- 321. Re: Rubber Bumpers MGs and the complainers (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Wed, 31 Dec 1997 14:35:40 -0600
- Jay Mike, and others: -- Major snip snip The MGA happened under the stewardship of BMC (British Motor Corp.). BL didn't come on the scene until 1968. As a noviate member of the Bill Easton Club of Se
- /html/mgs/1997-12/msg02067.html (8,137 bytes)
- 322. Re: Rubber Bumpers MGs and the complainers (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Wed, 31 Dec 1997 17:23:56 -0600
- Yipes!! Eastman, Eastman. Sorry, Bill. I hope this doesn't set my novitiate status back. I am going to prostrate myself right now and say nine Hail Cecils. David --
- /html/mgs/1997-12/msg02076.html (8,459 bytes)
- 323. Re: Suppository Tools (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Sun, 2 Nov 1997 18:04:16 -0600
- enough" -- -- And, if you want to find a use for something tomorrow -- even though you've owned it for fifteen years -- get rid of it today. David F. Darby Missouri Ozarks
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00110.html (6,885 bytes)
- 324. Re: Reproduction Banjo Wheels (score: 1)
- Author: "David F.Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Tue, 04 Nov 97 09:34:29 PST
- Hello Joe: I don't know about "concours" quality, but I bought one of the wheels in question a few years ago for my '67 GT. It came in a box marked "Made in Taiwan." It seems to be a faithful reprodu
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00199.html (7,052 bytes)
- 325. Re: 1960 MGA Basketcase (score: 1)
- Author: "David F.Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Tue, 04 Nov 97 13:25:54 PST
- Hello Mike: This is a good question that could apply to other models as well. My guess is that it depends on just how disassembled it is and its general condition just prior to being disassembled. No
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00221.html (8,264 bytes)
- 326. Re: Current Automobile Mag (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 21:11:55 -0600
- The current issue of British Car Magazine has a picture and article on the 217 mph MGF. They clocked the time with a 1.4 litre powerplant! David F. Darby --
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00301.html (7,167 bytes)
- 327. Re: Speed times Compared (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 21:41:03 -0600
- I guess I had better chime in with my 2 cents worth here. Our mkII MGA carrys about 22lbs. of weight per horsepower while our good ol' '67 MGB-GT has to tote around 24lbs./hp. The MGA is decidedly q
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00305.html (9,499 bytes)
- 328. Re: Which of these MGA books should I buy ???? (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 00:02:24 -0600
- Hello Mike: You probably won't be happy until you buy all three. Get the Green book to see what to do. Get the Clausager book to see what a perfect job looks like when completed; and buy the Vitrikas
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00379.html (8,583 bytes)
- 329. Re: NEW: ER, Inc. product line (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Sun, 9 Nov 1997 09:52:47 -0600
- Ladies and Gentlemen: I can scarcely believe this thread. Lucas Lucasier Electron Accelerator is an old, well-established product. I have used it in all my vehicles and around the house. Not only did
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00529.html (10,174 bytes)
- 330. Re: MGA parts compatability questions (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 22:40:12 -0600
- -- Actually, the mkII will not have any tail light holes in the rear fenders (wings) as the tail lights are mounted inboard of the fenders. David F. Darby
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00857.html (7,793 bytes)
- 331. Re: Engine Paint (score: 1)
- Author: "David F. Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 14 Nov 97 10:18:35 PST
- Is it just me or does anyone else notice the Moss maroon engine paint is nowhere near the factory original color? David Darby --
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg00951.html (7,864 bytes)
- 332. Re: Favourite Tool (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Mon, 17 Nov 1997 21:09:57 -0600
- Don't really have a single favourite, but everyone should have a three-pound slide hammer and some pulling attachments. David F. Darby Hilda, Missouri USA --
- /html/mgs/1997-11/msg01175.html (6,707 bytes)
- 333. Re: Brake Fluid Replacement- MityVac woes (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Mon, 20 Oct 1997 22:47:04 -0500
- Well, I didn't want to chime in on this, but I have had the same problem with Mity-Vac and the MGA. Might try Bob Allen's suggestion. David F. Darby Hilda, Missouri --
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01460.html (7,763 bytes)
- 334. MGA Key (score: 1)
- Author: "David F.Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Tue, 21 Oct 97 12:29:25 PDT
- Does anyone happen to have a pile of old keys lying about? I need the round-headed key numbered FP 727 for an MGA 1600 coupe. I would gladly beg, borrow, or buy your surplus keys if the number match
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01481.html (6,640 bytes)
- 335. Re: B tyre pressures, today! (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 24 Oct 1997 20:42:36 -0500
- Hello Dave, For what it's worth, I'm running 28psi front (175/70) and 30psi rear (185/70) in the MGB-GT, and 28psi all the way around on the MGA roadster (165). If Barney's listening, I'll wager he w
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01729.html (7,161 bytes)
- 336. Re: Engine Oil (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 24 Oct 1997 20:56:10 -0500
- Hello Dennis: Congratulations on the MGB! It is not widely known, but when Moses came down from the mountain, there was a third stone tablet of commandments (since lost, unfortunately). I once saw a
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01734.html (8,349 bytes)
- 337. Re: Engine Oil (score: 1)
- Author: "Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 24 Oct 1997 22:37:58 -0500
- Hello Jamey: Thanks for the note. Castrol does have a loyal following especially in LBC and motorcycle circles. Some of the best recent documentation I've seen of objective testing was in an issue of
- /html/mgs/1997-10/msg01743.html (8,805 bytes)
- 338. re: rear window funk (score: 1)
- Author: "David F. Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 01 Aug 97 23:05:52 PDT
- Hello Robert: Try toothpaste. Crest seems to work fairly well and has about the right level of abrasives. You can apply it with a soft damp washcloth and rub lightly in a circular motion. If the toot
- /html/mgs/1997-08/msg00081.html (7,136 bytes)
- 339. MGB grease cap (score: 1)
- Author: "David F. Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Fri, 01 Aug 97 23:32:08 PDT
- Ladies and gentlemen: I am replacing the front brakes on my (wire-wheeled) '67 MGB-GT. Finished the left side with no problems, new rotor, oil seal, rebuilt caliper, new hose, and pads. Started the r
- /html/mgs/1997-08/msg00083.html (7,754 bytes)
- 340. Re: MGB Grease Cap (score: 1)
- Author: "David F. Darby" <darby@tri-lakes.net>
- Date: Sat, 02 Aug 97 09:40:04 PDT
- Ladies and Gentlemen: After a good night's sleep, the cap is off. And my cap is off to all of you who offered the helpful suggestions. Apparently this seemingly innocuous little piece has caused othe
- /html/mgs/1997-08/msg00101.html (7,194 bytes)
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