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201. priming the oil pump (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Wed, 25 Aug 1999 19:30:36 -0400; We won't go into the "whys" of how my engine lost prime, a running engine, installed with 12,000 miles on it. Suffice to say, I did something unwise. At least the engine was not running at the time,; /html/mgb-v8/1999-08/msg00018.html (8,706 bytes)
202. Re: Chrome bumper conversion (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Thu, 26 Aug 1999 20:42:33 -0400; Why do you need to lower your crossmember? Many conversions have been done on CB cars with the original crossmember in place. Have you been reading a Speedpro book complete with inaccurate info, or; /html/mgb-v8/1999-08/msg00023.html (9,178 bytes)
203. Re: Torque converter (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Thu, 26 Aug 1999 21:22:42 -0400; I do have an extra flex plate. I'll have to see if its really made of a precious metal. Jim Stuart; /html/mgb-v8/1999-08/msg00025.html (7,830 bytes)
204. Re: Chrome bumper conversion (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Fri, 27 Aug 1999 19:08:08 -0400; Just my opinion, but don't move the engine forward as the book suggests. It will create more problems than it solves, if in fact it solves any. In fairness, there are a few helpful ideas in the book; /html/mgb-v8/1999-08/msg00028.html (10,783 bytes)
205. Re: Fwd: Holley Carb. (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Tue, 31 Aug 1999 18:49:31 -0400; Sorry, I am Holley challanged. I don't like the way most of them leak, they are too complicated for me & seem to require lots of "x-tras" such as metering blocks, which cost a lot of money. My Carter; /html/mgb-v8/1999-08/msg00032.html (8,553 bytes)
206. Re: MG V8 newsletter and convention web sites (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Thu, 01 Jul 1999 21:37:13 -0400; I use a GM alternator on my Rover engine, mounting it on the passenger side head (left hand drive). I made my bracket first from a piece of 1/8" steel, then later, duplicated it in aluminum. Start w; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00006.html (10,718 bytes)
207. Re: Make a Wish Come True (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Mon, 12 Jul 1999 20:47:09 -0400; I fear this is but another hoax, politely referred to as an urban legand. I see similiar e-mails about every 2 months, same wording, different name/location. If you have any first hand info, please; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00020.html (8,219 bytes)
208. overheating (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Sat, 17 Jul 1999 18:51:31 -0400; As the really hot weather has come, my BGT has started to run very hot. It has not yet overheated, but only because I have found a place to get off road & let it cool. Specifics: 4.2L with street cam; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00032.html (8,762 bytes)
209. overheating (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Sun, 18 Jul 1999 01:38:26 -0400; Thanks for all the suggestions. I am trying to find the timing "sweet spot" so to speak. Over retarded and over advanced timing will each make the engine run hot, but I am beginning to believe that t; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00036.html (7,846 bytes)
210. overheating (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 18:39:53 -0400; Again, thanks to all for your helpful suggestions. I stopped by my local radiator shop, owned by a LBC nut- his passion is TVR's- & had my coolant checked for combustion gasses. This is a quick test; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00040.html (8,547 bytes)
211. overheating (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:20:24 -0400; To those who asked, a triple, or triple flow radiator is one that has internal baffles to force the incoming water to circulate through the radiator 3 times before exiting to the engine. By spending; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00045.html (8,216 bytes)
212. Re: Mystery Transmission (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:33:50 -0400; T-50 Vega 5-speed, I think. Jim Stuart; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00049.html (10,429 bytes)
213. Re: overheating (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:46:38 -0400; Then the claim of the biggest temp drop from inlet to outlet of any radiator may be valid, but it is not necessarily the most efficient way to cool the engine, since the water flow out of the engine; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00050.html (10,977 bytes)
214. overheating, final episode (I hope) (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Sun, 25 Jul 1999 21:40:06 -0400; To the List Again I would like to thank many people who e-mailed me with suggestions, many of which helped. The support itself was worth a lot. Having taken a systematic approach to the problem, step; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00057.html (8,328 bytes)
215. Air Conditioning (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Fri, 30 Jul 1999 19:22:23 -0400; Several people have e-mailed me regarding air conditioning for a MGB. I have tried to respond to all, if I missed you, please let me know. I have finally gotten some pictures of the A/C installation; /html/mgb-v8/1999-07/msg00060.html (7,416 bytes)
216. Re: Timing Cover Seal (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Thu, 03 Jun 1999 22:09:46 -0400; Part #45932, $10.00 from D & D Fabrications. Call Dan, 810 798 2491, normal buisness hours, Almont, MI. Tell him I sent you. I have 2 engines with his seals in 215 front covers. Be sure to ask for hi; /html/mgb-v8/1999-06/msg00005.html (8,144 bytes)
217. Re: How low does your engine go (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 18:19:19 -0400; Rubber bumper B with 1971 front crossmember, 1-1/4" clearance on both a Rover & Buick pan. Federal Mogal "Low Rider" air cleaner w/ 2" K & N element, Carter 500, Buick 4bbl intake manifold. Engine i; /html/mgb-v8/1999-06/msg00016.html (7,868 bytes)
218. Re: ROVER/B-O-P 3500/215 DISTRIBUTOR (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 18:32:59 -0400; You should be able to buy a rebuilt 215 dizzy from any of the larger auto parts companies, special order, 2-5 days. Try NAPA, Auto Zone, Pep Boys, etc. D & D lists a rebuilt dizzy, including points,; /html/mgb-v8/1999-06/msg00017.html (10,213 bytes)
219. Re: MGB V8 rotors (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 18:37:47 -0400; When (if) you find the rotors, be sure & find the calipers, as your stock calipers won't work. The V8 rotors are thicker. On the other hand, V8 pads are easy to find, larger, & will work with the st; /html/mgb-v8/1999-06/msg00018.html (7,743 bytes)
220. MG Enthusiast Magizine (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 19:25:20 -0400; Does anyone have Vol 23 #1, Oct 1998(?) of this magizine? I would like to get a copy of the article about using a Ford IRS setup for a MGB. Thanks for any help Jim Stuart 2 V8's, no dollars or sense; /html/mgb-v8/1999-06/msg00019.html (6,777 bytes)

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