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121. Re: Safety fast (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Tue, 18 Jan 2000 16:47:11 -0500
If you turned the car around, it was reminiscent of the graph of Triumph sales in the US. Serves 'em right, in a way. Regards, Charles '74 Midget '68 Sprite cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com Bloomfield, NJ It
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg00901.html (8,355 bytes)

122. Re: No start (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Wed, 19 Jan 2000 12:15:16 -0500
I've been clogging up the bandwidth on the Spridgets list with posts about by recent ignition problems. On my '74 Midget, I converted from a failed electronic ignition system to points and condensor
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg00958.html (7,678 bytes)

123. Re: '71B Still no start (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2000 18:40:49 -0500
Check to make sure that you are getting spark at the points while the key is in the on position, and not just when cranking the starter. Do this by flicking the points open and closed with the key i
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01188.html (6,815 bytes)

124. Re: LBCs in the snow (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2000 19:08:13 -0500
I actually am resisting the urge to get the Midget out into the snow, because all of the local roads have been heavily salted, and I wouldn't want the car to dissolve into a pool of rust while I'm dr
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01194.html (7,997 bytes)

125. Re: Storing engine & tranny (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2000 15:04:40 -0500
holes and turn the engine >over by hand a bit to lubricate and prevent rust on the walls of the cylinders. it be stored with or without >oil? Should I open it up and coat everything with lithium grea
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01253.html (7,822 bytes)

126. Re: Parachuting MGB/splat! (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2000 09:07:36 -0500
What are the best points at which to attach a parachute on an MGB? Does anyone have a .wav file of the sound of this MGB "deceleration trauma?" It must have had incredible aerodynamics at that point
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01509.html (7,014 bytes)

127. Re: double / single clutch (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2000 10:14:24 -0500
On that same topic, it has become almost second nature while at a complete stop, to depress the clutch and shift into 2nd gear, before shifting into first. What are the dynamics here... given that th
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01513.html (8,954 bytes)

128. Re: MGA movie sighting (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Sun, 30 Jan 2000 21:47:58 -0500
Regarding the Midget... could you draw us a picture? Or a diagram? Or just some instructions? And don't tell us to take the seats out. At least the Bugeye has all that space behind the seats, but the
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01607.html (7,957 bytes)

129. Re: MGA movie sighting (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 12:53:29 -0500
On the bonnet? That's definitely cheating. I mean inside, with the top up or down. Regards, Charles '74 Midget '68 Sprite cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com Bloomfield, NJ P. S. Does this imply that (Non GT) LBC
/html/mgs/2000-01/msg01638.html (9,369 bytes)

130. Re: Moss Motors (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Wed, 1 Dec 1999 10:56:21 -0500
Although I cannot speak for the skill of the Moss folks in terms of their mail order prowess, I have been very happy with the advice and helpfulness of their staff at the New Jersey warehouse/store.
/html/mgs/1999-12/msg00013.html (8,151 bytes)

131. Where's the archive? (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Thu, 2 Dec 1999 14:46:23 -0500
Dear List: Where is the list archive site? Thanks, Charles '74 Midget '68 Sprite cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com Bloomfield, NJ
/html/mgs/1999-12/msg00104.html (6,790 bytes)

132. Re: Problem starting (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Thu, 9 Dec 1999 14:35:25 -0500
It is my understanding that the gas pedal won't play a significnat role in starting a car equipped with SU carbs, since the venturi is essentially constant. When I first experimented with this on my
/html/mgs/1999-12/msg00457.html (7,624 bytes)

133. Re: Car covers (score: 1)
Author: cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com
Date: Tue, 14 Dec 1999 10:58:59 -0500
I agree with the sentiment that these covers aren't at all waterproof. In fact, the lower end models which are said to be water resistant and breathe, are practically worthless. The SpunBound (or Spu
/html/mgs/1999-12/msg00657.html (7,783 bytes)

134. Re: Superchargers (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 1999 08:52:24 -0500
Although the Judson supercharger seems to be the most memorable period accessory, I have heard third-hand from a couple of folks who have them that they leave the drive belts disconnected because th
/html/mgs/1999-12/msg01277.html (7,790 bytes)

135. MGA Twinkie question (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 10:13:59 -0500
Dear List: What is the advantage of the MGA Twin Cam model over any other sort of engineering that BMC ever developed? How does it work? How does it affect regular maintenance and tune-up issues? Wha
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00012.html (7,888 bytes)

136. Re: MGA Twinkie question (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 11:29:06 -0500
extremely be But how does it work? What is the engineering principle? my It was sitting on a lawn in front of an antique dealership somewhere in the Birkshires. Alas, I probably couldn't find it aga
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00019.html (9,362 bytes)

137. Re: Bonnet repair kit (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 09:46:37 -0500
Original message: Well I wasn't too worried about it since I thought I could get a lip repair kit. Then I find out that the die broke and ther is not enough financial demand to make a new die. Also t
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00068.html (7,061 bytes)

138. Re: Twinkie indeed (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 09:58:09 -0500
Dear List: Thanks for the input on the MGA Twin Cam. Though I am currently occupied with my Midget, an old postcard showing a red MGA 1600 Mark II has sat on my desk since I got interested in acquiri
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00069.html (7,838 bytes)

139. Re: Transmission/Differential filler (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Fri, 5 Nov 1999 08:13:50 -0500
Dear List: I had an excellent result from the Redline transmission fluid. Several decibels were elminated from my ribcase transmission following a fluid change with it. Only problem is that it has a
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00207.html (8,717 bytes)

140. Another high priced eBay "MG" item (score: 1)
Author: "Charles D. Sorkin" <cdsorkin@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 21:01:12 -0500
Dear List: I logged onto eBay moments ago and did a search for MG. Among the items that came up, on of them was as follows: 190864495 Uranium for sale per MG Starting bid: US $80,0000. Makes one wond
/html/mgs/1999-11/msg00395.html (7,145 bytes)

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