- 1. RE: DeLorean and Bricklin Mods and Springs (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Oct 97 03:28:51 UT
- I must have missed a post or two. Are the replacement spring numbers no longer available? I haven't done research on springs, but I do know that a number of AMC parts over the years were sourced from
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00007.html (8,857 bytes)
- 2. RE: re front springs (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Oct 97 03:44:23 UT
- I've never heard that. My reference sheet lists the '74 -'75 with automatic as suspicion that it' really a rebadged Ford part. GM -- And perhaps more importantly, what did you change them out with ?
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00008.html (7,207 bytes)
- 3. RE: Upper Radiator hoses (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Oct 97 03:51:13 UT
- They made '76 models? If so, what's changes were made? TIA, GM -- I heard a lot of talk about upper hoses this week....Just stumbled across 2 New Molded (NOT FLEX) Upper radiator hoses. I'll be check
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00009.html (6,656 bytes)
- 4. RE: re front springs (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Oct 97 05:19:21 UT
- Putting them back is another story. AMC sold a special spring compressor for the job. I tried to find one without much success. (I must admit that I didn't call MAC or SNAPON.) What I finally did, wa
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00010.html (7,464 bytes)
- 5. FW: Bricklin display request (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 3 Oct 97 15:06:07 UT
- I used to show mine at kit car shows until it got so ratty. It was always a big hit. GM -- George, I've already entered my Bricklin (74) at AMC shows in the past and did see a 75 Bricklin @ a FORD on
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00019.html (7,193 bytes)
- 6. RE: Bricklin display request (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 3 Oct 97 15:24:44 UT
- And Ferrari 308 owners will want to display their 'pride and joys' at Fiero Club meets. ;-) GM -- Dare we include the Mercedes 300 Gullwing? George Schiro
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00020.html (6,975 bytes)
- 7. RE: Bricklin in the movies ... (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Sun, 5 Oct 97 02:47:50 UT
- Hi All, FYI, Blockbuster has a master reference at 1-800-800-6767. They can tell you what's on video and what store in your area (assuming of course you have Blockbuster), if any, rents it. "Demon Se
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00023.html (7,436 bytes)
- 8. RE: Bricklin 1758 coolant boiling (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 10 Oct 97 07:22:24 UT
- When you say boils, do you mean coolant flows from the radiator to the catch tank? This is normal expansion and will siphon back into the radiator as it cools down. Assuming it's still there, the rub
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00028.html (7,940 bytes)
- 9. RE: Bricklin 1758 coolant boiling (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 10 Oct 97 17:49:11 UT
- Depends on your physical size. I can bench press the door open and get out, but there's no way I can fit between the seats to get out the back. GM -- Power windows would not be a good idea. If your b
- /html/bricklin/1997-10/msg00033.html (7,668 bytes)
- 10. RE: What does your Bricklin get called (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 2 Sep 97 14:30:01 UT
- Could it be because the uneven body surface and poor fit and finish looks like so many British kit cars? GM -- My question is why does everyone assume it's a British marque?! Ron Auger (snail-mail) O
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00003.html (7,524 bytes)
- 11. RE: Fit and finish (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 4 Sep 97 02:16:02 UT
- Why is it not a fair comparison? Your comments are the very reasons that make it a fair analogy. I do disagree that acrylic will outshine a properly done custom paint job. Plus, sooner or later, you
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00011.html (7,629 bytes)
- 12. RE: Radiator cap (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Sun, 7 Sep 97 02:37:08 UT
- Any 15# cap for older American V8's with a/c will work, but to be more specific, Stant SP-18 or R-18, AC RC-36 or equal. I have no idea why identical looking caps would have different pt #'s. Used to
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00018.html (7,389 bytes)
- 13. RE: 75 Fan Clutch (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 12 Sep 97 18:44:51 UT
- Ford used to be notorious for changing pt. #s at the drop of a hat and after 11 yrs? drop the superseding reference. Try visually matching the part. Something else to consider: my '90 Chevy 5.7 L C15
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00023.html (7,357 bytes)
- 14. RE: I got One !!!!!! (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 19 Sep 97 02:39:28 UT
- Congratulations! If you extensively customize, resale value will be zilch, unless of course you find someone who shares your view of what a Bricklin should be like. There's no room under the hood for
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00027.html (8,442 bytes)
- 15. RE: I got One !!!!!! (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 19 Sep 97 16:32:57 UT
- I'm curious. The only non white cars I saw was back when they were new and already suffered mismatching panels from poor quality control and fading from sitting for months on end unprotected in deale
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00029.html (7,230 bytes)
- 16. RE: upper rad. hose (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 29 Sep 97 02:44:34 UT
- It's been awhile, but I vaguely remember having the same problem. If the offsets are close, just shorten the hose. I don't know about the top, but I tried a flex hose on the bottom and had problems w
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00036.html (7,081 bytes)
- 17. RE: From: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com> (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 30 Sep 97 04:16:17 UT
- Welcome aboard! The Bricklin wasn't designed to compete with high $$$ exotics, but mid priced Grand Tourers, specifically the Corvette. A 1975 Car and Driver comparison test lists: Bricklin Vette 0-6
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00038.html (7,369 bytes)
- 18. RE: From: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com> (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 30 Sep 97 19:32:31 UT
- Thanks to all who replied to me. Another car I am considerind is a Deloean. They are much more expensive, and seem to require more work to hot rod. .............. That's an understatement! .........
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00046.html (6,822 bytes)
- 19. RE: From: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com> (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 30 Sep 97 19:43:33 UT
- Isn't it listed on the web site? GM Can anyone recommend what type or brand of glue which should be used to hold the door skin to the frame. Thanks for your help. Joe Friedman jbfpc@voicenet.com
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00047.html (6,440 bytes)
- 20. RE: From: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com> (score: 1)
- Author: "GREGORY MONFORT" <WINGRACER@classic.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 30 Sep 97 18:58:13 UT
- Interesting, and I thought the '75 was faster than the '74 in acceleration. We had a number of Vettes at work including two 75's, but my '75 couldn't outrun any of them until I swapped the manifold a
- /html/bricklin/1997-09/msg00049.html (6,800 bytes)
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