- 1. Re: Sources for Phosphoric Acid? (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Sat, 2 Sep 1995 14:20:18 -0500 (EST)
- Ospho is still available. It costs approx $6 per quart around here. Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-09/msg00027.html (8,439 bytes)
- 2. Re: still missing now above 3200 (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Sat, 2 Sep 1995 14:26:47 -0500 (EST)
- The Stromberg carburetor has a rubber diaphram which can (and often does) develop a rift. Without an intact diaphram the piston will not rise sufficiently to allow acceleration. Charles E. Edwards, C
- /html/mgs/1995-09/msg00029.html (7,756 bytes)
- 3. Re: Alternator woes (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Mon, 4 Sep 1995 09:41:10 -0500 (EST)
- I used a Bosch alternator from a 1980 Ford Fiesta (which had air conditioning). The non-a/c Fiestas had a Motorcraft alternator with external regulation. The Bosch variety has internal regulation and
- /html/mgs/1995-09/msg00051.html (8,726 bytes)
- 4. Re: Need Part# Clarified (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Fri, 8 Sep 1995 14:23:01 -0500 (EST)
- According to the Seven catalog, standard intake manifold part numbers were 12H0709(62-71) and 12H3911(72-on).The 1.75" manifold part number is AJJ3321. Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedw
- /html/mgs/1995-09/msg00140.html (7,393 bytes)
- 5. Re: Shock oil (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 8 Aug 1995 16:07:39 -0500 (EST)
- Consider a motorcycle shop for 50wt motorcycle fork oil. Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00136.html (7,130 bytes)
- 6. Re: Fram oil filters sure do suck (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Sun, 13 Aug 1995 14:45:02 -0500 (EST)
- NAPA filters are made by Wix. Motorcraft and Purolator filters work Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00227.html (7,921 bytes)
- 7. Re: over heating (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Sat, 19 Aug 1995 21:01:55 -0500 (EST)
- The original fans push, rather than pull - not so good. My experience: put in a cooler thermostat and the largest puller fan that will fit. I obtained a fan from Pep Boys for my '77 B and the car run
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00407.html (7,296 bytes)
- 8. Re: Painting rubber bumpers (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Mon, 21 Aug 1995 11:33:19 -0500 (EST)
- Yes, I've converted a '77 MGB roadster to chrome bumpers. A little imagination in designing the bumper supports is required. Additionally, at the rear one must fabricate the part of the fender that -
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00432.html (9,209 bytes)
- 9. Re: weber problems (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 1995 11:45:40 -0500 (EST)
- The Weber DGV is sensitive to excessive fuel pump pressure. Your carburetor float bowl may be overfilled and, when you stop the engine, fuel spills into the intake manifold. This causes a very rich m
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00476.html (8,388 bytes)
- 10. Re: Lucas Strikes again! (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 1995 11:54:47 -0500 (EST)
- Probably a loose fuse. Remove them all, make sure the contact surfaces are clean, carefully squeeze the clamps in the box together for a tighter fit, and re-install the fuses. Charles E. Edwards, CPA
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00478.html (7,517 bytes)
- 11. Looking for a tow bar (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 1995 11:52:18 -0500 (EST)
- Does anyone know where I can purchase a tow bar? I'm looking for one that can be used to tow various cars. It's first job will be to tow a B-GT to our new home in Winston-Salem, NC. New or used would
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00482.html (6,449 bytes)
- 12. Re: Thanks (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 1995 17:22:18 -0500 (EST)
- We'll all be virtually there. Have plenty of virtual beer. Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00489.html (6,849 bytes)
- 13. Re: Dual carb mod in CA? (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 1995 17:25:08 -0500 (EST)
- Alternatively, you could fit one SU HIF-6. I did this on the way to twin SU HS-4s and the single HIF-6 (as used on '72 Volvo 144s) was a vast improvement. The needle and the spring must be changed fr
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00490.html (7,250 bytes)
- 14. Re: weber carb question (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Wed, 23 Aug 1995 13:35:05 -0500 (EST)
- In the morning, when the engine is "cold", remove the air cleaner and energize the choke by turning the ignition to "on" (not start) and press the accelerator once. The choke valve should close. Star
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00547.html (7,026 bytes)
- 15. Re: Beware of local ripoff artists! (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Wed, 23 Aug 1995 13:43:15 -0500 (EST)
- Local parts stores operate at gross margins of 20% to 40%. Retail customers pay the higher mark-up. A local store provides local jobs and has access to many parts when needed in an emergency. Add up
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00556.html (10,568 bytes)
- 16. Re: Marina engines (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Mon, 28 Aug 1995 12:29:07 -0500 (EST)
- I think the Morris Marina used the "B" series engine in 1800cc form, just as fitted to later MGBs, with the exception of a single SU HIF-6 carburetor and a camshaft-driven fuel pump (rather than elec
- /html/mgs/1995-08/msg00669.html (8,069 bytes)
- 17. Re: electrical problems (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Thu, 8 Jun 1995 12:19:34 -0500 (EST)
- Have you polarized the generator? Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-06/msg00129.html (7,796 bytes)
- 18. Triad Brit Car Meet (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Fri, 9 Jun 1995 16:11:39 -0500 (EST)
- Can anyone provide directions/info to the Austin-Healey Club's Brit car meet in the Triad area this weekend? Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-06/msg00186.html (6,198 bytes)
- 19. Re: TP for MGB (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 13 Jun 1995 17:05:51 -0500 (EST)
- I use 35psi front and 30 psi rear. No squeals, good grip. But don't exceed the rated presssure as indicated on the tire sidewall. Charles E. Edwards, CPA Virginia Beach, VA cedwards@pinn.net
- /html/mgs/1995-06/msg00249.html (7,508 bytes)
- 20. Re: Midget Brakes (score: 1)
- Author: cedwards@pinn.net
- Date: Tue, 27 Jun 1995 14:27:15 -0500 (EST)
- I tried to bleed the brakes in a '59 Mercedes, but no fluid or air would pass through the r.f. wheel cylinder. Only wwhen I removed the flexible hydraulic hose did the problem become apparent: the ho
- /html/mgs/1995-06/msg00488.html (7,494 bytes)
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