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1. Re: 78 distributor (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 1 Oct 1999 21:03:17 -0700
Yes, mechanical is used on ALL spitfires. The lucas CEI and Lumenition use advance only. Prior to 75 - Advance only 75-78 Depends on application. Federal use both adv & Ret Cal uses Retard usually,
/html/spitfires/1999-10/msg00023.html (6,532 bytes)

2. Re: New (Monza) Exhaust System (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Wed, 13 Oct 1999 00:23:29 -0700
There are several things that come into play during deceleration with an exhaust header, especially monza systems. Firstly, since the entire system optimizes for free flow, the exhaust will flow fre
/html/spitfires/1999-10/msg00375.html (8,962 bytes)

3. Spring sag on Spitfire (long) (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 17 Sep 1999 12:06:59 -0700
Hello All, I've been driving and maintaining spitfires since 1978. Currently on my 8th one, and I love them :) I've had all the variations of the rear suspension fixed, swing, rotoflex etc. and in ev
/html/spitfires/1999-09/msg00616.html (10,625 bytes)

4. Re: 1967 Triumph 2000? (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Sat, 25 Sep 1999 07:59:20 -0700
Well... let me inform you about the Triumph 2000 sedans... They were manufactured from 1964 through 1975, although in North America they were imported only for 1966 and 1967. The car is referred to a
/html/spitfires/1999-09/msg00875.html (8,138 bytes)

5. Re: EGR Valve (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 1999 21:16:33 -0700
Terry Thompson Wrote... This one is dicey!! With all the talk about overheating spitfires, perhaps we should discuss exactly what the EGR valve does before throwing it away! As Emissions got stricter
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00310.html (11,684 bytes)

6. Re: cooling system (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 1999 20:37:10 -0700
No comment on acid cleaning the cooling system other than to say "I use Kleenflo Radiator Flush" only! I've replaced too many copper seals with anything else - PS Some engine adatives will also disso
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00311.html (8,122 bytes)

7. Re: Convertible Tops (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 1999 20:24:21 -0700
Regarding Amco, Robbins and other tops. I have had numerous spitfires since 1974 - The BL (JRT?) dealers used AMCO replacements - and I found out why a couple of years ago. My '63 had an Amco (So did
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00312.html (9,015 bytes)

8. Re: really into it now (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 1999 22:20:21 -0700
a Installing a top is time consuming but not difficult. The steel parts are satin black, the aluminum parts are unpainted There is a hooked tool to install these. I can provide correct dimensions. m
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00313.html (9,715 bytes)

9. Re: Front end shake (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:12:05 -0700
Koni No they don't - Mine is smooth as silk up to 80 No mention about whether the alignment has been checked. (Toe in) Also, are the rubbers which hold the rack to the frame tight and firm? If they
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00370.html (7,692 bytes)

10. Re: No Spark Spit (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:26:37 -0700
ok. ground, correct Correct gap for spit is .014-.016 (I use a dwell meter) Try turning on the ignition, and manually open and close the points. You should see a spark across them. If you dont, the
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00371.html (7,563 bytes)

11. Re: wiper problems (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:41:59 -0700
Its the switch - Its very expensive - Its a common problem - find a good used motor. The 'microswitch' was designed by lucas, and has a nylon pin to detect run/park. The nylon wears down so that the
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00372.html (7,981 bytes)

12. Re: Grose Jet question (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 23:05:04 -0700
I The grose jet replaces the float needle valve and needs to be adjusted to 18mm float height with the carb inverted. If you can't bend the tag enough you will have to put a shim washer under the gro
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00452.html (8,349 bytes)

13. Re: Carbs and emissions (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Thu, 12 Aug 1999 16:07:18 -0700
Weber DGV or DGAV will work - Provided you don't alter the ignition and timing. MGB (!Ugh) SU-HIF's used on later models _may_ work but I wouldn't guarantee it. SU-HS2's give good idle numbers, but r
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00600.html (8,621 bytes)

14. Re: GT6 Differential gears (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 00:14:03 -0700
The GT6 and Spitfire Casings are the same, as are the crown & pinion holders. Any spit should work fine. There are two casings, with the only difference being how the pinion is adjusted. Or, get your
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00614.html (8,125 bytes)

15. Re: Autochoke on ZS 150C (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 00:23:13 -0700
Moss Sux Because according to BL and Emissions testers, these are non-replacable, non-adjustable devices. they want you to spend the 80 bucks on a new one, TRF and VB sell the diaphragms. Ya shouldn
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00615.html (8,108 bytes)

16. Re: [spitfire-enthusiast] How to Attach Convertible Top (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 00:28:14 -0700
Congratulations John, Another owner of an early spitfire. Thats the good news. The bad news is... You have a 'jigsaw puzzle' soft top. The top and hood bows were not attached to the car. The bows wer
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00616.html (8,891 bytes)

17. Re: [Herald] carb fitment questions (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Sun, 15 Aug 1999 20:40:21 -0700
The factory shop manual for the Herald, Spitfire and Early Vitesse is the manual for you. It is listed under part number 511243 The herald 948's use solex downdraft carbs. The 948TC used the optiona
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00786.html (10,670 bytes)

18. Re: Electric fan replacement? (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Tue, 17 Aug 1999 00:17:13 -0700
you Nick, I've always had luck with just replacing the fan pully and fan with the earlier style without the clutch. The plastic fan just bolts to the front of the water pump pulley, and all of your
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg00846.html (7,579 bytes)

19. Re: Brake Grease? (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Thu, 26 Aug 1999 21:56:03 -0700
wheel name use Actually it is "Rubber Grease" and is compatible with Dot 3/4 brake fluid. Use it sparingly though, as it has the same problems as other grease if it gets on the pads/drums Wayne Burt
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg01445.html (8,040 bytes)

20. Re: Spitfire Tonneau interchangeability (score: 1)
Author: "Wayne Burton" <Wayne_burton@bc.sympatico.ca>
Date: Thu, 26 Aug 1999 22:16:13 -0700
Since the hood of the Spitfire 4 and Mk II were completely removable, they used NO boot cover at all. The tonneau from a Mk III will fit if the snaps are put on it in the right place. The snap locat
/html/spitfires/1999-08/msg01446.html (8,390 bytes)

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