- 21. Making absolutely sure I know where TDC is at (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 7 May 2000 22:42:56 EDT
- Many thanks for all the ideas to double check. This is going to sound like a newbie question, what is the correct method for finding TDC on #1? Assume I know nothing (which in this case, isn't a huge
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00027.html (7,315 bytes)
- 22. ITS ALIVE (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 8 May 2000 13:26:54 EDT
- Well, taking all the advice from last nights response, (and the fact that I called in to work, after all, one must have their priorities), I started over with the timing. Found TDC, not that complica
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00030.html (7,356 bytes)
- 23. Buick 300 Water Pump Pulley? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 8 May 2000 19:34:07 EDT
- I went to the local auto parts place today (I finally discovered one that didn't give me the look, when I say 61-63), and they had a Buick 300 water pump rebuild for 17 bucks, so I thought that was q
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00031.html (7,466 bytes)
- 24. Re: Buick 300 Water Pump Pulley? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 10 May 2000 10:52:01 EDT
- I wanted to update my last question, just so there is a copy in the list archive for future reference. (I'm sure I"m not the last person who'll have this question). Jim was (as always) correct in tha
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00040.html (8,132 bytes)
- 25. Bleeding an HTOB (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 15 May 2000 20:55:31 EDT
- I was hoping this was going to prove easier than the stock MGB setup. After a couple of hours of cursing, spitting brake fluid etc., I'm still no closer than I was this afternoon. I can pull the max
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00046.html (7,440 bytes)
- 26. Re: Water pump questions (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 17 May 2000 20:39:16 EDT
- My first non-question, contribution to the list. This should mean I'm turning the corner on my project. The Buick 300 water pump is shorter than the Buick 215 probably by about an inch or so, maybe
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00053.html (8,712 bytes)
- 27. First drive impressions and a question (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 27 May 2000 21:46:44 EDT
- Well, today was my first official drive, about 35 or 40 miles. Can ran very well under power, awesome acceleration, good highway speeds etc. Sounds wonderful at a stop light with the burbling dual 2"
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00057.html (8,555 bytes)
- 28. Re: First drive impressions and a question (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 27 May 2000 23:35:22 EDT
- I'll try resetting the timing tomorrow. The charging / starting system is all new except for the battery which is a group 26, that is probably 3 years old now. Rebuilt stock GM starter, new Pectroni
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00060.html (8,353 bytes)
- 29. Re: v8 Conversion Questions (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 27 May 2000 23:43:18 EDT
- Most of the info you need can be found on the net, follow the link section of my website to the BBS archive or the archive of this list. A list of everything, that I had to purchase to do my 77 B, c
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-05/msg00061.html (8,442 bytes)
- 30. Fuel Pump Locations / Piping ?? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 5 Apr 2000 08:45:03 EDT
- I'm getting close to finishing my 77 / 73 conversion, and am trying to resolve the few minor issues remaining. Hopefully, it will be fully running in about two weeks. But I still have two questions.
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-04/msg00007.html (8,004 bytes)
- 31. Yet another question, and a bargain some of you might want (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 9 Apr 2000 17:43:41 EDT
- To start with the bargain, I was perusing the latest copy of the Classic Motorbooks catalog this afternoon, and noticed one MG book on clearance. Book is titled "MG Sports Cars" which is "A fascinati
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-04/msg00015.html (7,887 bytes)
- 32. Clutch Pressure Plate to Flywheel (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 6 Mar 2000 11:03:09 EST
- I'm getting closer and closer to putting the engine in the car for the final time. The body is completely stripped and I should be finished filling minor dents dings this week. I hope to shoot primer
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-03/msg00004.html (7,937 bytes)
- 33. Re: Clutch Pressure Plate to Flywheel (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2000 07:32:52 EST
- << .003 max runout, the issue is balance. That 14 pound pressure plate at 5,000 rpm has a lot of potential force if mounted eccentrically. Being a former UMO student you can do the math...... >> That
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-03/msg00007.html (7,839 bytes)
- 34. Pilot Bushing Number (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2000 21:15:20 EST
- The pilot bushing I used was 14651. From memory, I think it has a .59 ID and 1.09 OD. I found the part number at one store, but they didn't have one. The next store immediately found the part when I
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-03/msg00011.html (7,443 bytes)
- 35. Alternator Locations (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2000 20:15:55 EST
- There has been definite progress on the V8. For a quick update. The engine, tranny, clutch assembly is all in for the last time I hope. It cost me 80 dollars to get the flywheel surfaced and drilled
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-03/msg00027.html (8,163 bytes)
- 36. V6 Metric Oil Filter Adapter Wanted (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2000 20:57:59 EST
- After pondering my options for filter relocation, I think I really need to acquire this V6 adapter and then remeasure my clearances to see what I can use. If anyone has one for sale, I would greatly
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-03/msg00028.html (6,779 bytes)
- 37. Poly Suspension Pads? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2000 08:41:28 EST
- My plan was to use the wiring from a 73 B. I'll probably just get a new harness, as mine has seen too many DPO's as well as a having a few burnt wires. I would like to build something that would be
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-02/msg00000.html (7,288 bytes)
- 38. Re: Poly Suspension Pads? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2000 18:23:10 EST
- I managed to answer my own question while flipping thru Moss's latest sales flyer. There on the inside is a whole variety of Polyurethane pieces. Included is Moss 264-906, on sale for $24.55. Seems q
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-02/msg00012.html (6,962 bytes)
- 39. Tilton HTOB?? (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 4 Feb 2000 22:55:45 EST
- I've got a chance to purchase a Tilton Hydraulic Throw Out Bearing really cheap. Its new but was designed for a MGB trans. It is Tilton Model 61-501and has a .580" throw. After looking at the cut she
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-02/msg00024.html (6,958 bytes)
- 40. Progress and Misc. Ramblings (Long) (score: 1)
- Author: Wake074@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2000 20:24:39 EST
- I'm finally starting to make some more progress on my 73 B Conversion. Some of you have been following the progress, or lack of it in some cases, so I'd thought I'd write a little update. Plus the li
- /html/mgb-v8/2000-01/msg00007.html (9,648 bytes)
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