- 1. Front suspension replacement (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 4 Feb 1999 13:43:43 EST
- I'm getting ready to replace the entire front suspension on my 77 B and need some advice. Should I, from a cost effectiveness standpoint and for ease of replacement, purchase rebuilt kingpins/trunnio
- /html/mgs/1999-02/msg00194.html (6,903 bytes)
- 2. Electrical question (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 3 Oct 1998 17:14:16 EDT
- Last week I inquired to the list about the Delco alternator conversion, believing that my Lucas had expired.Thanks for the responses, especially to Larry Hoy for his detailed instructions. Today, I w
- /html/mgs/1998-10/msg00097.html (7,219 bytes)
- 3. Alternator conversion (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 21:43:26 EDT
- Maggie, the 77B, survived the recent hurricane Georges after I moved her to a friend's "high" (10 feet above sea level) driveway. (My carport is 4 feet above sea level, on the water). Having to jump
- /html/mgs/1998-09/msg01475.html (6,818 bytes)
- 4. Re: Better lights or just slow down ? (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 24 Aug 1998 12:17:49 EDT
- Dave- I too had the typical dim lights on my 77B. I downloaded instructions from the list(awhile back-I forget from whom) on installing halogens and a relay. Long story short, I ordered the 60/55 wat
- /html/mgs/1998-08/msg01258.html (7,870 bytes)
- 5. Lighting system upgrade (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 25 Aug 1998 14:29:20 EDT
- To all those who inquired about installing a headlight relay in a B: I downloaded the information at www.team.net/sol/, the "Scions of Lucas". It was under "tech info", titled (appropriately enough)
- /html/mgs/1998-08/msg01374.html (7,404 bytes)
- 6. Glue removal (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 28 Jul 1998 10:27:04 EDT
- Does anyone have a safe method of removing decal glue from painted surfaces? I've tried a few methods, and have had acetone and paint thinner recommended, but I don't have the stones to try in on my
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01496.html (7,312 bytes)
- 7. Fwd: Voltmeter solution (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625 <JWidell625@aol.com>
- Date: Sat, 7 Mar 1998 20:56:17 EST
- This is a multi-part message in MIME format. --part0_889322178_boundary Content-ID: <0_889322178@inet_out.mail.aol.com.1> Content-type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII --part0_889322178_boundary Content
- /html/mgs/1998-03/msg00504.html (8,101 bytes)
- 8. Suspension rebuild (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 8 Feb 1998 21:11:24 EST
- I'm considering a suspension rebuild on my 77B as soon as S. Florida MG season is over(June, when it gets too hot. Feb. is the perfect weather!. Perhaps someone in the know can answer some questions
- /html/mgs/1998-02/msg00459.html (6,944 bytes)
- 9. Re: Updated British parts 4 sale list (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 1 Oct 1997 23:03:39 -0400 (EDT)
- I'm relatively new on this list, so don't understand the problem with Mark Marousky, or anyone, posting a list of stuff to sell. It's just E-mail, and may be of help to someone(like myself, who's too
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg00075.html (8,313 bytes)
- 10. Re: Crack of Doom (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 26 Oct 1997 21:21:54 -0500 (EST)
- I've got the same problem with my 77 B. Has anyone done a "door skin" repair, and if so, how is it done, and were you satisfied?
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01865.html (6,583 bytes)
- 11. There should be a law (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 23 Aug 1997 19:48:14 -0400 (EDT)
- Just a quick note on a sad situation. I live in the FL Keys, and while driving north spotted a forlorn looking MGB LE at a small garage. I stopped, more out of curiosity, than anything,and inquired t
- /html/mgs/1997-08/msg01457.html (6,890 bytes)
- 12. Gauge repair (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 7 Jul 1997 00:07:30 -0400 (EDT)
- I need a recommendation on how/where to get a gauge repaired. I rescued a full set of gauges out of a junkyard Midget(a 75, I think) and am thinking of putting the dual oil pressure/water temp gauge
- /html/mgs/1997-07/msg00368.html (6,604 bytes)
- 13. Re: midget runs, then dies mgs@autox.team.net (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 23 Jul 1997 22:09:14 -0400 (EDT)
- I had the same problem with a 77B. It was indeed the electronic ignition, which I replaced with a Pertronix. It must have been quite amusing for passersby, as when the car would die, I'd pull off the
- /html/mgs/1997-07/msg01393.html (7,567 bytes)
- 14. Volt gauge (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 2 Jun 1997 17:14:54 -0400 (EDT)
- I've been reading the thread on installing a voltgauge. I have a 77 B that I would like to keep somewhat British, but would like to install a voltgauge after having had some horrendous Lucas electric
- /html/mgs/1997-06/msg00069.html (6,465 bytes)
- 15. Door skins (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 7 Jun 1997 22:44:20 -0400 (EDT)
- My 77 B has developed the dreaded "door crack" on the passenger side. I've tried to repair it several times, to no avail.I'd like tp rectify the problem permanently. Has anyone had experience with "d
- /html/mgs/1997-06/msg00348.html (6,423 bytes)
- 16. Allison(Crane) electronic ignitions (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 14 Jun 1997 18:48:06 -0400 (EDT)
- Anyone know a little about electronic ignitions? My 77B with an Allison xr-700 elctronic ignition went belly up today (at least 99 percent sure) . It's not the coil, and the starting problem (no spar
- /html/mgs/1997-06/msg00643.html (7,569 bytes)
- 17. Distributor question (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 29 Jun 1997 21:45:25 -0400 (EDT)
- I recently added a Pertronix ignition to my 77 B, replacing the failed Allison(crane). I purchased the Pertronix from Shadetree Motors(Skip Kelsey) in CA ,who gave me excellent tech advice and overal
- /html/mgs/1997-06/msg01601.html (7,115 bytes)
- 18. Intermittent starting (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 11 May 1997 22:42:42 -0400 (EDT)
- Need a little advice. I have a 77 B which has a minor electrical anomaly It will turn over fine on most occasions, then intermittently will just activate the starter relay. I've checked the grounds,
- /html/mgs/1997-05/msg00569.html (6,826 bytes)
- 19. Alternators (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 14 May 1997 21:26:55 -0400 (EDT)
- I missed the GM alternator conversion wiring discussion. Can someone fill me in, as I may replace the anemic 40 amp Prince of Darkness model in my 77B. Thanks to all. Safety Fast, Joel Widell
- /html/mgs/1997-05/msg00758.html (6,437 bytes)
- 20. Silicon lubricant (score: 1)
- Author: JWidell625@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 19 May 1997 14:11:58 -0400 (EDT)
- I've starting using Wesley's "Black Magic" silicon spray and gel for everything vinyl on My 77 B. The tires are glossy, as are the rubber bumpers. I use it in the engine compartment, too, as it provi
- /html/mgs/1997-05/msg01042.html (6,238 bytes)
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