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1. LH type OD 3/4 lockout switch problem (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 14 Aug 2001 12:21:30 -0700; The OD now switches out on deceleration, and if I hold the gearshift over to the right it kicks back in. Obviously, the inaccessible 3/4 lockout switch is not working or adjusted properly. Any quick; /html/mgs/2001-08/msg00317.html (7,004 bytes)
2. Re: Bushings/Water Proofing (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Mon, 09 Jul 2001 12:47:16 -0700; Any good machine shop can ream the king pin bushings, but be sure you tell them they are different sizes. Sometimes they get in a hurry and don't check. It should be cheaper to do at a shop that has; /html/mgs/2001-07/msg00309.html (7,443 bytes)
3. Re: dashboard conversions (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2001 11:05:06 -0700; The proper way to make this conversion is to cut off the dash mounting flange and weld on one from an early car or fabricate a new one (not too difficult, but somewhat time consuming). It's best to c; /html/mgs/2001-07/msg00466.html (7,763 bytes)
4. Re: The Vinyl Word (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2001 12:30:48 -0700; It's available on CD from the usual on-line sources. I may have to get that one just for the cover, but the little CD insert won't be nearly as nice! I think I'll start checking the used record store; /html/mgs/2001-07/msg00468.html (7,429 bytes)
5. Re: Best oil for rebuilt 63 MGB engine (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2001 11:05:50 -0700; Any oil EXCEPT synthetic is fine for break in. The rings need to hone themselves into the cylinders, and synthetics are too slippery for this to happen. You can end up with an oil burner with low com; /html/mgs/2001-07/msg00597.html (8,116 bytes)
6. Re: Fender Bead (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 05 Jun 2001 11:16:27 -0700; Hmm, I see the potential here for you to become a DPO if you ever sell this car! JB Weld may work fine, but keep it bare metal and fill the entire area between the bead and the fender with JB. Altern; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00165.html (8,028 bytes)
7. Re: Defroster in BGT (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 06 Jun 2001 09:27:23 -0700; Yeah, anyone HAVE one that works? I've been told that the early types with the fine wire sandwiched between the glass are failure prone, mine included. The later type with the conventional elements g; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00215.html (7,625 bytes)
8. Re: Defroster in BGT--and reminiscences (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 06 Jun 2001 10:39:37 -0700; Thanks, I've seen those kits in the past. It's been a long time since I've ordered anything from J.C. Whip-me, I guess I'm due. I ordered my first replacement top from them in 1970, and I couldn't ge; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00222.html (8,505 bytes)
9. Re: Replacement Seat Belt Help (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Mon, 11 Jun 2001 09:13:44 -0700; I've had a set of these on my '65 since 1986, and I just installed a set in my daughter's GT. Occasionally the belt will balk when pulling it out, but this is usually due to the vehicle being parked; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00359.html (8,185 bytes)
10. Re: Overdrive swap (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Mon, 11 Jun 2001 12:23:43 -0700; The OD solenoid only draws high current for an instant to actuate, the holding current is very small. No need for a slow blow fuse. -- Stuart MacMillan Seattle '84 Vanagon Westfalia w/2.1 '65 MGB (Da; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00367.html (8,411 bytes)
11. Re: Tops (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Mon, 11 Jun 2001 13:26:29 -0700; The yellowing is an irreversible UV degradation of the vinyl. When you can't see through them anymore it is a safety issue, so bite the bullet and buy a new top. They are not difficult to install, an; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00371.html (8,312 bytes)
12. Tach pegs when cranking (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2001 10:03:38 -0700; The tach on the '70 GT pegs when I crank the engine, and works fine when it starts. I've also noticed it pegs when I switch on the windshield wipers with the ignition on and engine not running. My '6; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00419.html (7,096 bytes)
13. Re: Tach pegs when cranking (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2001 14:44:35 -0700; I've got a Pertronix ignition, so it has nothing to do with points or condensers. I'm going to examine the circuit diagram tonight for clues. It looks like it is getting a full 12v from somewhere unt; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00422.html (8,565 bytes)
14. Re: Heater Control (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 08:35:20 -0700; These knobs and controls are a big PITA! I've replaced the ones in the '70 from my parts collection, and they still don't fit right due to the new dash being too thick under the knob. I'm clamping th; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00538.html (9,138 bytes)
15. Re: Heater Control (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 09:45:22 -0700; You will see when you compare the two, I was surprised too. They are set differently for different cable travel. I think the foam will work, all it has to do is hold that pin up, the pin does all the; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00542.html (7,510 bytes)
16. Re: ebay money maker (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 10:39:47 -0700; Looks the same to me. I have it. It's pretty basic, but worth the $7.95 if you need basic info. Caveat emptor, especially on eBay. -- Stuart MacMillan Seattle '84 Vanagon Westfalia w/2.1 '65 MGB (Dai; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00550.html (7,495 bytes)
17. Re: Thermo Blanking Sleeve (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 18:19:22 -0700; I'll sell you mine for half price, new and unused. I put in a new radiator. If you can't keep it below 230 in stop and go traffic you might want to bite the same bullet. Stuart /// /// mgs@autox.team; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00566.html (6,755 bytes)
18. Re: MGB Advert sightings (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 18:42:05 -0700; There is a business reason for all these LBCs now in ads. They have become "generic" sports car images now that they have been out of production for over 20 years. If you want to communicate the imag; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00567.html (7,189 bytes)
19. Re: Heater Control (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2001 08:58:12 -0700; You need a small allen wrench that will fit in the tiny hole you will find if you look closely around the knob. Insert the long end into the hole and push on the spring loaded locking pin to release; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00582.html (8,134 bytes)
20. Re: Ignition Harness. (score: 1): Author: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>; Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2001 15:06:51 -0700; I may have one in my collection from the '73 parts car, I'll check tonight for you. I've actually salvaged a melted harness like this in an old Saab I once had, and you might try too if it isn't comp; /html/mgs/2001-06/msg00604.html (7,814 bytes)

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