- 21. Re: Re-installing engine & tranny as a unit? (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Sun, 08 Jun 2003 20:33:11 -0700
- I just did this one this spring... Had to replace the transmission only, (no O/D on the unit. The clutch and transmission had just been done when we bought it last year. It was a used transmission...
- /html/spitfires/2003-06/msg00119.html (8,912 bytes)
- 22. Re: Exhaust manifold - welds vs epoxy? and headers??? (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2003 08:42:13 -0700
- What about headers. I have a small leak in in the collector area of my Pacer headers. My local welder friend says he can do it, any guidance in this one is appreciated. cheers Marv & Sue.... Sunshine
- /html/spitfires/2003-06/msg00279.html (7,523 bytes)
- 23. Re: Forwarded: Tail lamp sockets (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Wed, 18 Jun 2003 07:39:41 -0700
- Try the new LED Light emitting diode replacements. Somewhat brighter, a lot less power required, but polarity sensitive. cheers Marv & Sue /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http:/
- /html/spitfires/2003-06/msg00295.html (7,804 bytes)
- 24. Re: To insulate on not...that is the question! (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Tue, 06 May 2003 21:02:48 -0700
- I just finished a garage and carports ( for the daily drivers ) with a studio above, a cpl of years back. For the collector cars, it is a relatively well sealed garage, insulated and 2 small baseboar
- /html/spitfires/2003-05/msg00066.html (7,640 bytes)
- 25. Re: stuck oil pan drain plug (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Mon, 12 May 2003 07:59:02 -0700
- on Because they are a square head I use an old trusty adjustable crescent wrench I call my "English fitall" It is a 12 inch adjustable with quite thick blades or gripping area. I also suggest you mig
- /html/spitfires/2003-05/msg00119.html (7,386 bytes)
- 26. Re: Exhaust Systems (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 09:29:35 -0700
- For what its worth. I just finished a new exhaust on our 78 Spit 1500. It had on it when we bought it.... a set of headers, the 4-1 type that has the 4 pipes straight down to the collector. No idea w
- /html/spitfires/2003-05/msg00190.html (7,728 bytes)
- 27. Re: Exhaust Systems (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Sun, 18 May 2003 22:00:09 -0700
- Sweet Talker was the brand name on the box. They are about 8 inches long and not much more than a "wide place in the highway" Similar to just a resonator or a "blue bottle". cheers Marv & Sue /// spi
- /html/spitfires/2003-05/msg00227.html (7,191 bytes)
- 28. Re: Joe (C) (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Sat, 24 May 2003 19:24:58 -0700
- And then..... there is a very popular saying here in Canada..... Joe Who? /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.ne
- /html/spitfires/2003-05/msg00305.html (7,211 bytes)
- 29. Re: new here (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2003 06:40:23 -0800
- As spring is arriving here now and once the rest of the tree pruning is done, I will have to get out to the carport and at the last projects on the Spit. Windscreen, Hood (top), New dash. and find a
- /html/spitfires/2003-04/msg00007.html (7,645 bytes)
- 30. Re: Trans Parts Needed (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Mon, 14 Apr 2003 23:59:51 -0700
- little $. I do not have the part you are looking for ... however I just had to replace the trans (non O/D) in our 78 ... the 1st/reverse gear was stripped. so the old tranny is in the garage... takin
- /html/spitfires/2003-04/msg00207.html (7,305 bytes)
- 31. Spare tyre (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2003 19:19:38 -0700
- We are in need of a spare wheel and tyre.... well at least the wheel!! Anyone have one or know of a good source? I been watching on ebay but only see the occationals sold as a set of 4. Cheers Marv 7
- /html/spitfires/2003-04/msg00353.html (6,631 bytes)
- 32. Re: Spare tyre (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2003 21:15:28 -0700
- Yep your almost right. I am not in the UK, but on the West Coast of Canada. It is a long distance so depending on what you are asking for one, It might be worth it. It is a long ways. I have solid wh
- /html/spitfires/2003-04/msg00355.html (7,117 bytes)
- 33. Re: Hi Neighbor! (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2003 19:22:18 -0700
- Gary... good to meet you. The Spit is my wifes new toy. We regularly attend the Brits meet Fathers day at Beacon Hill Park for the last 6 years in our Morgan. The Spit is a new acquasition. A 78, bri
- /html/spitfires/2003-04/msg00366.html (7,324 bytes)
- 34. Re: 1976 Spitfire Stromberg CD Carburetor (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2006 08:25:21 -0800
- Jerry... Strombergs are a pretty strait forward carburator once one (this side of the pond) accepts the principal that not everything has to be made like a HOLLY. Strombergs work on the same principa
- /html/spitfires/2006-01/msg00079.html (8,070 bytes)
- 35. Re: Starting troubles (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2006 18:25:45 -0700
- Takes 3 thing to make a fire.. Oxygen... Fuel and ignition. (Spark).. If you have tried - ether (starter fluid in the spray can) and not a cough then you got no spark.. Clean out the dizzy cap, check
- /html/spitfires/2006-04/msg00087.html (7,158 bytes)
- 36. Re: Starving for Fuel? (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 10:21:00 -0700
- Change out the fuel filter. Had exactly the same problem with mine. Is there a thermal isolation plate between the carb and the exhaust system. cheers Marv == This list supported in part by The Vinta
- /html/spitfires/2006-05/msg00086.html (7,662 bytes)
- 37. Re: Petrol (score: 1)
- Author: Marv Coulthard <coulthard@saltspring.com>
- Date: Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:18:34 -0700
- Last week here on Saltspring Island in BC it was 1.32 a Litre approx 4 L to the US gallon. cheers Marv == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr.org
- /html/spitfires/2006-09/msg00070.html (6,659 bytes)
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