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21. Re: V8'S IN CALIFORNIA. (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 1998 15:50:32 -0700
Ok folks, here's what the smog "nazis" have to say themselves. There are also links from the smogcheck pages to the letter of the law, which is typical lawyer speak. http://www.smogcheck.ca.gov/00000
/html/mgb-v8/1998-08/msg00067.html (7,665 bytes)

22. Re: Swirl Pot (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Thu, 09 Jul 1998 09:58:26 -0700
How many of us need a swirl pot solution right now? I've got two fuel injected 'B V-8 projects that need them. Maybe we could all get together and do a "bulk" order. Anyone else interested? Keep us i
/html/mgb-v8/1998-07/msg00007.html (7,788 bytes)

23. Re: Swirl pot/driveshaft (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Thu, 09 Jul 1998 17:42:11 -0700
Only one thing I question, and that is the *need* for an in-tank pump. The Rover SD1 injection was used on the EFI TR-8's, and those cars have an external pump. I think the big problem is that an eve
/html/mgb-v8/1998-07/msg00011.html (7,448 bytes)

24. the latest (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 21 Jun 98 00:26:45 PDT
Hey all! The list has been quiet...so I went out and bought another MGB V-8 project! A 1967 GT, that had been poorly converted (by the DPPO--the guy who had it before the guy I got it from) to a Chev
/html/mgb-v8/1998-06/msg00007.html (7,396 bytes)

25. Rover's out west (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 21 Jun 98 21:24:30 PDT
There are a lot of MGB V-8 and TR-7 V-8 folks out here on the west coast. Anybody interested in a "thunder cars" meet? -Keith Wheeler Team Sanctuary http://www.teamsanctuary.com/
/html/mgb-v8/1998-06/msg00010.html (7,160 bytes)

26. main bearing caps (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 3 May 98 09:29:59 PDT
I spent yesterday pulling the crank from my 3.9. The block is about ready for a trip to the machinist! Anyways, I noticed that *none* of my main bearing caps are the same. What gives? One has a threa
/html/mgb-v8/1998-05/msg00003.html (6,884 bytes)

27. Rover 3.5 for sale (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Mon, 11 May 98 19:30:20 PDT
Hey guys, I got an e-mail from a bloke with a 3.5 litre for sale. -Keith Wheeler Team Sanctuary http://www.teamsanctuary.com/
/html/mgb-v8/1998-05/msg00007.html (7,183 bytes)

28. Re: Thinking about going 8 (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 5 Apr 98 19:45:26 PDT
I'm probably about halfway through a conversion. Most of the work, particularly on the later cars, is getting parts together. What I've spent so far: Rover 3.9 EFI V-8 with 63k miles $900 flywheel (h
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00004.html (9,352 bytes)

29. Re: relays (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Mon, 6 Apr 98 23:40:06 PDT
Radio Shack has the plastic body four lug (so you can hot- or groundswitch) for $5.99 (#275-226), 12V, 30A, SPST, quality and mfg unknown. Digikey (1-800--344-4539, known for excellent stocking and
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00009.html (8,168 bytes)

30. best Rover manual? (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 12 Apr 98 22:05:30 PDT
I've been cleaning my cylinder heads, and I'm to the point of disassembling my rocker shafts. Instead of ask all the Rover V-8 folks I know questions like this everytime they pop up (like how do you
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00013.html (7,298 bytes)

31. Rover 3.5l block (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Mon, 13 Apr 98 21:57:55 PDT
Hey guys, I got this from a Range Rover guy. Expect a couple of bounces later on from an account of mine that's not subscribed to the 'B V-8 list. I hope all is going well in "safety faster" land. I
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00018.html (7,405 bytes)

32. 4.2 Rover parts (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Wed, 15 Apr 1998 09:21:00 -0700
Hey guys, Talked to a Range Rover owner, Vince, ("VINCENT CIANCI" <cianci@infonline.net>) who has some bits from a 4.2 for sale for a reasonable price. He's got an auto flywheel, timing cover, pair o
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00019.html (6,953 bytes)

33. Tach mods (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Apr 98 23:19:53 PDT
Anyone have the low down on exactly what needs to be done to a 4 cylinder Smiths electronic tach to read correctly for 8 cylinder installations? If it's something rather simple, such as moving a wire
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00023.html (7,482 bytes)

34. Re: Tach mods (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Thu, 23 Apr 1998 16:43:13 -0700
Jim and all, Ouch! $100? If it's nothing more than changing a resistor, I can do that in less time than it takes for the soldering iron to warm up! Aren't *new* 8 cylinder Smiths tachs less than $150
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00026.html (7,468 bytes)

35. Re: Rover 3.9 Numbers (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Mon, 27 Apr 1998 17:34:39 -0700
Your engine sounds just like mine. Mine is one of those low compression Range Rover 3.9 litres from a '91 model. This probably has the "hotwire" injection, with a nifty looking intake with 8 little
/html/mgb-v8/1998-04/msg00032.html (9,083 bytes)

36. my weekend (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 1 Feb 98 10:21:52 PST
Yesterday I dropped the sump and pulled the con rods/pistons from my 3.9. The crank is absolutely beautiful! The big-end bearings showed some wear on the upper insert, increasing moving away from the
/html/mgb-v8/1998-02/msg00000.html (7,004 bytes)

37. Re: V8 Conversion Update (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Sun, 1 Feb 98 19:10:47 PST
My 'B is black. Even though matching engine bay and body is the correct show car/restoration/whatever thing to do, I hate working on an engine in a black engine bay! I painted my bay an aluminum silv
/html/mgb-v8/1998-02/msg00003.html (8,255 bytes)

38. Re: 2nd annual MG V8 meet (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Wed, 11 Feb 1998 10:12:51 -0800
I'd love to go to the meet, however I'm getting married in Park City, Utah the 18th of July. Oh well. You guys have fun! -Keith Wheeler Team Sanctuary http://www.teamsanctuary.com/
/html/mgb-v8/1998-02/msg00014.html (7,146 bytes)

39. Re: Best source of Parts ? ---faq? (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Thu, 12 Feb 1998 18:13:24 -0800
There sure are plenty of "how and where" MGB V-8 questions out there, and there are some slick solutions to some expensive probs. Does anyone have a web site for a 'B V-8 faq? If not, I'd be willing
/html/mgb-v8/1998-02/msg00026.html (7,530 bytes)

40. Re: Best source of Parts ? ---faq? (score: 1)
Author: Keith Wheeler <keithw@sand.net>
Date: Fri, 13 Feb 1998 11:26:11 -0800
I agree. I've subscribed to Kurt's newsletter. However, I'm not presently budgeting for all the back issues. My 'B V-8 is a budget conversion, and those $5 here and there add up. It's a tough call.
/html/mgb-v8/1998-02/msg00028.html (9,073 bytes)


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