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1. Windshield fog, NOS Locators, & installation (long) (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 24 Jun 1999 10:30:54 EDT; The original windscreen on my 69 MGB rdstr. was not only fogged around the sides, but also pitted like it had been through a sandblaster, which is the usual case on most old cars. Mine came from Texa; /html/mgs/1999-06/msg01019.html (8,872 bytes)
2. Trunk (boot) stuck open (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Tue, 29 Jun 1999 16:46:45 EDT; Sorry I am late to this thread.... Several have suggested pushing on the boot lid or the plate bracket in an attempt to flex the latch and/or the stricker. This sounds like it could potentialy damage; /html/mgs/1999-06/msg01207.html (7,705 bytes)
3. Re: Trunk (boot) stuck (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Wed, 30 Jun 1999 12:48:06 EDT; Ed: How about "dnaw no a rorrim"? I hadnt thought about that one, but then you know which way I did it. :>). Allen B: I aso found that Locktite was a necessity on that same bolt, but lucky for me it; /html/mgs/1999-06/msg01224.html (6,885 bytes)
4. Dual Brake MC Install (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Sun, 4 Apr 1999 12:09:55 EDT; When I replaced the master cylinder (mc) on my 69 B last year I found that by removing the plastic reservoir that I was able to turn the body of the mc enough, and by also pushing the back end of the; /html/mgs/1999-04/msg00194.html (7,734 bytes)
5. Pinion seal leak (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Sun, 4 Apr 1999 12:17:08 EDT; The problem was described as a seal leak due to the groove worn into the pinion flange over time and mileage. One possible solution, if a better flange can't be found, is to fit a "Speedi sleeve" mad; /html/mgs/1999-04/msg00196.html (6,523 bytes)
6. Tales of Woe (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 8 Apr 1999 12:30:06 EDT; I saw in yesterdays digest two tales of woe concerning foreign objects rattling around in the top end or blocking the intake. Yikes! This has always been a phobia of mine, and I avoid installing anyt; /html/mgs/1999-04/msg00374.html (7,225 bytes)
7. Bonnet Strap (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 8 Apr 1999 17:05:16 EDT; I have a Brooklands reprint of MGB articles (bought back in '91, doesnt seem to be available anymore). A test by an Australian magazine mentioned that the bonnet flew open due to the wind and became; /html/mgs/1999-04/msg00390.html (6,919 bytes)
8. Oil Sender, 69 MGB (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Mon, 29 Mar 1999 19:02:16 EST; I dont have a part number for an alternate part. I suggest that you consider replacing the electric oil pressure gauge with a mechanical gauge and copper capillary line and fittings from a later ('72; /html/mgs/1999-03/msg01636.html (6,452 bytes)
9. Factory Radio (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Tue, 30 Mar 1999 18:30:14 EST; My 69 B came with a BMC AM push button radio (which I have). The original speaker was in the passenger side under-dash liner. I think. It was missing on my car. The original ( I believe) radio aerial; /html/mgs/1999-03/msg01732.html (6,805 bytes)
10. Oil Pressure Sender (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Wed, 16 Dec 1998 12:40:07 EST; Mike: Are you a stickler for originality? If not I recommend that you convert to a mechanical gauge. Also, if you are still using the vertical cannister oil filter I would also convert to a later spi; /html/mgs/1998-12/msg00922.html (6,933 bytes)
11. MG Racing History (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Sat, 7 Nov 1998 10:39:45 EST; I am surprised that someone would think that MG is somehow deficient in racing history. First, MG owners practically created sports car racing in North America (before the TR or the Big Healeys even; /html/mgs/1998-11/msg00308.html (6,845 bytes)
12. MGB vs. Pinto (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Fri, 23 Oct 1998 13:18:11 EDT; The real problem with fires due to rear end collisions in Pintos (or classic Mustangs) is that the gas tank is mounted in the trunk by dropping the tank through an opening in the body and bolting it; /html/mgs/1998-10/msg01085.html (7,162 bytes)
13. Jacking Point & stock jack (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Fri, 23 Oct 1998 13:18:17 EDT; IMHO the stock jack should be used only if no other jack is handy. My dealing with with contraption always make me worried that it will slip sideways in the socket and fall, or more likely, the top o; /html/mgs/1998-10/msg01086.html (7,326 bytes)
14. POR 15 (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 14:39:58 EST; POR 15 is a good product, but not suited to use on the topside of your MG. It does not sand well and its very slick when hard, so it does not give a good surface for addtional coats. I have used regu; /html/mgs/1998-10/msg01383.html (7,132 bytes)
15. Broken TD (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Sun, 13 Sep 1998 14:40:04 EDT; Mike: Have you checked the points for grounding? Examine the ones youre using now or the old ones and look for blue/black spots, especially on the arc of the spring, that are a sign of grounding.( Or; /html/mgs/1998-09/msg00641.html (6,916 bytes)
16. Re: Pinnacle of the Marque (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Mon, 1 Jun 1998 11:18:47 EDT; Dr. Doug: Three of the best - alright! A buddy of mine had a 69 'C back when we were seniors in High School (Class of '74). I had my first car then: a '70 Spitfire. I was really impressed with the sm; /html/mgs/1998-06/msg00020.html (6,620 bytes)
17. Metal dash conversion (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Mon, 1 Jun 1998 11:48:38 EDT; When I acquired my 69 B I also had a 67 B basket case (since sold) and seriously considered the conversion to the metal dash, using parts from the 67. In addition to the problem that Mr. Alexander no; /html/mgs/1998-06/msg00022.html (8,137 bytes)
18. Pinnacle of the Marque, or A vs.B ,a personal history (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Tue, 2 Jun 1998 08:50:58 EDT; Well, this is indeed a highly subjective topic, and an excellent case can be made for the TC (the best prewar design made in the post war years), the TF (the best traditional square rigger), the A (t; /html/mgs/1998-06/msg00107.html (7,848 bytes)
19. Re: Bonnet ( Hood) Prop (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 4 Jun 1998 14:39:06 EDT; Becky: Referenceing Moss catalog MG-08 pg. 48: My car has the hood stick (#20) with a bend on the end that goes into the bracket on the right inner fender with the hood (bonnet) in the raised positio; /html/mgs/1998-06/msg00271.html (8,804 bytes)
20. Vent Rubber replacement (score: 1): Author: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com; Date: Thu, 4 Jun 1998 14:39:10 EDT; Enrique aked about removing and replacing the vent window glass. I recently replaced one of the vent rubber seals on my 69 Rdstr. To remove the vent glass you need to undo the bottom pivot pin. With; /html/mgs/1998-06/msg00273.html (7,673 bytes)

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