> Any problems with using the flat-top pistons (used in '75 ?) in an
> engine originally fitted with the low-compression dished pistons?
I haven't had any problems. I'm running them in my '79 0.020" over.
> My concern is with valve clearance and/or other valve train
> considerations…….
The valves clear.
> Anyone out there swapped for the hi-compression
> pistons? What pistons did the Spitfire 1500's use?
I'm thinking they were probably identical to the ones the Midgets used
but I don't know.
> I've got the water temp gage with the electric sender
How is that different than the stock sender that comes with the 1500?
> Did the 78 Midgets come with a full size Rostyle spare, or a "donut"
> spare?
Both of mine (both MkIV Midgets - 77 and 79) came with a rostyle spare.
> are the threads on the existing oil pressure warning light switch
> something normal
Don't mess with the threads on the oil pressure mount. You'd be putting
yourself through too much of a hassle. Simply get an early 1500, one
made 1975-1977, most of these had oil pressure gauges on them and
instead of having an oil sender had a little pipe fitting that screws
right on so you can hook a little hose up to it and run it through the
firewall into an oil pressure gauge. I'm in the process of doing this
myself.
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