- 121. Re: [6pack] Previous owner (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 14 May 2007 13:47:09 -0400
- That is an excellent idea. I just sent a note to the group. I'll let you and the list know if anything comes of it. Thanks! Michael --Original Message-- From: Btp44@aol.com To: SamuelsMA@aol.com Sen
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- 122. [6pack] plug fouling in traffic (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 01 Jun 2007 14:15:34 -0400
- I have a question about fouling my plugs in traffic.B First, the car is a '76.B It has 9.5 to 1 compression, porting, a header, K&N filters, a lightened flywheel, and rebuilt carbs by Kai Radicke (a
- /html/6pack/2007-06/msg00003.html (7,933 bytes)
- 123. [6pack] cable lube (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2007 16:41:55 -0400
- I use a cable lube device sold via mail order by Protect-All.? Try www.protectall.com, click on the motorcycle link, then on the cable luber link.? The kit worked very well on my hood release and my
- /html/6pack/2007-07/msg00168.html (7,191 bytes)
- 124. [6pack] thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: SamuelsMA@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 28 Jul 2007 08:50:21 EDT
- I have posted a few times in the past that I have problems with plug fouling with low-speed running (in traffic, or if I do some short trips). I tried hotter plugs with no change. Always, the plugs l
- /html/6pack/2007-07/msg00228.html (6,934 bytes)
- 125. [6pack] compression (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 10 Sep 2007 22:39:27 -0400
- While I have my '76 in for carb tuning, the mechanic did a compression test and got the following readings: Cyl 1: 197 Cyl 2: 182 Cyl 3: 196 Cyl 4: 161 Cyl 5: 165 Cyl 6: 190 Does this discrepancy be
- /html/6pack/2007-09/msg00101.html (6,216 bytes)
- 126. [6pack] compression (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:09:08 -0400
- Thanks to all those who replied to my query about the compression test on my '76.? I apologize for leaving out a description of the modifications on the motor.? They were done by the PO at a shop cal
- /html/6pack/2007-09/msg00111.html (6,993 bytes)
- 127. [6pack] rustproofing (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:44:41 -0400
- I have my '76 seemingly marooned permanently at the mechanic's awaiting carburetor adjustments and some engine diagnostics.? Basically, my car is in line behind a couple of others, but I hope to hear
- /html/6pack/2007-09/msg00192.html (7,608 bytes)
- 128. [6pack] Wishbone Classics (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 29 Sep 2007 23:25:48 -0400
- There's something strange about this whole story.? Usually, people behave in a consistent way over time.? I had Kai rebuild the carburetors on my 6 about 2 years ago.? Not only did he do a fine job a
- /html/6pack/2007-09/msg00249.html (6,632 bytes)
- 129. [6pack] Moto-Lita steering wheel (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 08:07:03 -0400
- One of my favorite parts of my car is the lovely Moto-Lita steering wheel.? It is the kind with the bright spokes with 3 holes each and a wood rim with brass rivets.? However, the metal part of the
- /html/6pack/2007-10/msg00049.html (7,160 bytes)
- 130. [6pack] Values for nice '6s (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:37:02 -0400
- Here is another one of those useless questions in which I specialize... When I read the list or check Ebay?for good examples for sale, I usually see sale prices around $8-12,000.? But when I look at
- /html/6pack/2007-10/msg00129.html (8,249 bytes)
- 131. [6pack] MSD CDI ignition box (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:31:49 -0400
- Has any of you had experience with these devices?? My car already has?a Pertronix ignition to replace the breaker points.? My mechanic feels that an MSD box is one element in improving the performanc
- /html/6pack/2007-10/msg00143.html (6,813 bytes)
- 132. [6pack] trailer attachment points (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 24 Oct 2007 11:45:37 -0400
- When I take my '76 to the shop, I usually load it onto my auto trailer and haul it with the truck.? Otherwise, I get all kinds of static from my wife about having to follow me to the shop and wait wh
- /html/6pack/2007-10/msg00168.html (7,210 bytes)
- 133. [6pack] Carburetor hose (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 16 Dec 2007 21:23:28 -0500
- I just got my '76 back from the shop after an extended stay.? In order to solve the plug fouling problem, the mechanic made a few changes.? First, he installed an MSD ignition box and?MSD plug wires.
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00153.html (8,159 bytes)
- 134. [6pack] TRF seat belts (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:47:07 -0500
- I installed TRF belts just a few months ago when they had their special.? The belts use all the original mounting points and come with good hardware.? I found that they mounted quite securely.? The
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00182.html (7,610 bytes)
- 135. [6pack] Fuel pump (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:14:18 -0500
- No sooner did I get my carburetor plumbing straightened out, when I noticed a gas smell under the hood.? I found a leak coming from the fuel pump.? After much examination with a light and a mirror,
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00214.html (6,969 bytes)
- 136. [6pack] TR6 article (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 20 Dec 2007 21:15:23 -0500
- If any of you can get a hold of Hemming's Sports and Exotic Car magazine's January issue, check out Mike Cook's column on page 39.? It is entitled, "Remembering the TR6."? It is an interesting remini
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00225.html (6,891 bytes)
- 137. Re: [6pack] TR6 article (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 21 Dec 2007 06:20:00 -0500
- That would be January, 2008 (the current issue).? Mike Cook mentions that particular car in a lengthy paragraph.? He remembers it fondly! Michael --Original Message-- From: Vsnively@aol.com To: Samu
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00231.html (8,652 bytes)
- 138. [6pack] TR6 adventures (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 26 Dec 2007 22:21:28 -0500
- While?we digest all the holiday food and recover from Christmas shopping/returning/gift card redeeming, I would love to hear your opinions on a non-technical topic:? Great TR6 adventures. Specifical
- /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00305.html (7,647 bytes)
- 139. [6pack] Heater control valve (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 01 Jan 2008 18:53:45 -0500
- We actually have some cold (OK, mid-40's, but cold for Miami) weather coming up in the next day or 2.? I checked the function of my heater control valve and the cable that moves it.? I noticed that
- /html/6pack/2008-01/msg00005.html (7,441 bytes)
- 140. [6pack] TR6 mufflers (score: 1)
- Author: samuelsma@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 04 Jan 2008 11:12:53 -0500
- At what RPM range does the restriction of the stock muffler become noticeable?? Also, do you have any personal experience actually hearing any of the 3 recommended mufflers?? I?would like to avoid t
- /html/6pack/2008-01/msg00036.html (7,950 bytes)
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