- 1. 1500 Key Replacement (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 10 Oct 2000 18:25:32 -0400
- I don't know if this is common knowledge or not but I was able to copy my '78 1500 ignition key at Home Depot. The key that matches it is a Cole MZ5 for Mazdas. Hope this info helps someone. Dave '7
- /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00125.html (7,144 bytes)
- 2. Door Panels (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2000 20:12:11 -0400
- Does anyone have the layout for the door panels? My vinyl is perfect but the door panels are bad. I was hoping I could easily fabricate door panels and save a couple bucks. Thanks! Dave '78 Spit in
- /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00315.html (6,733 bytes)
- 3. Re: Door Panels (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2000 20:35:54 -0400
- Thanks for the response. The old ones are pretty bad. I could trace most of it and guess the rest but I was hoping I could find a pattern that would tell me where each hole was exactly. Dave the but
- /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00318.html (7,670 bytes)
- 4. Tuning/Emissions Question (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Sun, 3 Sep 2000 22:11:00 -0400
- I have finally got my new trans in and can almost drive my car. I have a tuning problem. I can't seem to get my car tuned right. I read the tuning instructions in the books and they say to check tim
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00104.html (7,581 bytes)
- 5. Re: Tuning/Emissions Question (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2000 09:53:51 -0400
- Thanks for the suggestions! I have 3 carbs and have the same result with each. I have also tripple checked the plug wiring. I just can't seem to get the car tuned right. I think it has something to d
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00113.html (9,259 bytes)
- 6. Differential Question (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2000 19:57:19 -0400
- How do you know what ratio your diff is? Is there any way to tell by the number? Or do I have to crack it to find out? I have put a diff out of a junker and my car seems to be much slower at a highe
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00121.html (6,760 bytes)
- 7. Good Seat Idea (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 18 Sep 2000 20:11:58 -0400
- I installed Miata seats in my spit today. They look great! It was real easy. I didn't have to make any special brackets. I just drilled new holes and bolted them in. They even have speakers in the h
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00679.html (6,948 bytes)
- 8. More Seat Detail (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 19 Sep 2000 18:08:40 -0400
- Since I received a large response to the seat installation I will provide more detail. I am going to take some pictures, etc. and will get back to everyone when I have some more time, like this week
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00717.html (6,425 bytes)
- 9. Radiator (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Tue, 19 Sep 2000 21:35:56 -0400
- I am looking for a good radiator for my 78 spit. Does anyone have a good one with no leaks that they are willing to part with? Dave '78 Spit in Baltimore
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00722.html (6,269 bytes)
- 10. Speed Cable on OD trans (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Wed, 20 Sep 2000 22:33:21 -0400
- I recently installed an OD trans in my '78 Spit. I purchase the speedo cable listed for my car with OD. How do I attach the end to the trans. It looks like I need a right angle connector or somethin
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00763.html (6,750 bytes)
- 11. RE Miata Seats (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Thu, 28 Sep 2000 20:23:12 -0400
- Steve and List, I am slowly working on getting pictures and details together. I am hoping to be able to post the info to the triumphspitfire.com website when I am finished. I will let you know. Sorry
- /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00996.html (6,388 bytes)
- 12. Bellhousing Question (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Sat, 19 Aug 2000 11:07:45 -0400
- I am swapping my non o/d trans for an o/d trans. I can't seem to get my old bellhousing to mount to the o/d trans. The problem appears to be where the shaft comes from the front of the trans in thro
- /html/spitfires/2000-08/msg00740.html (6,825 bytes)
- 13. Re: Bellhousing Question (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Sat, 19 Aug 2000 13:22:21 -0400
- I think I may have my answer after some more research with the Spitbits catalog. The number on my original trans is FT31778. The o/d is FT35488 crossed out with FT44033 right below it. Looking in th
- /html/spitfires/2000-08/msg00742.html (8,539 bytes)
- 14. Overdrive/Trans Reassembly (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Sun, 20 Aug 2000 17:07:21 -0400
- I am putting back together my od trans. I am trying to mount the od unit to the trans. The first time I did it, it popped right. I then had to take it off to change something on the trans that I stu
- /html/spitfires/2000-08/msg00769.html (7,025 bytes)
- 15. MK 3 Parts (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2000 08:50:53 -0400
- I have some MK 3 parts available or at least I am pretty sure they are for an MK3. I have the following: Brand new Walker Exhaust header, pipe with bulge and muffler Intake manifold w/ carbs Speedome
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00041.html (6,567 bytes)
- 16. Any Lister in Owings Mills, MD? (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2000 08:51:41 -0400
- I saw a nice looking blue 1500 this morning in Owings Mills, MD. Does the car belong to anyone on the list?
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00042.html (6,345 bytes)
- 17. More Ignition Problems (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 3 Jul 2000 23:11:35 -0400
- I am having problems with my ignition. The problem is real intermittant. I don't seem to be getting any spark when the engine is turning over. But, if I turn the key to the On position the coil spark
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00077.html (6,686 bytes)
- 18. Piranha/Newtronics Ignitions (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 7 Jul 2000 17:40:39 -0400
- If anyone has a Piranha/Newtronics electronic ignition I have something that may be of help to you. I found the original documentation that came with it. I have scanned it in and can email it to any
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00267.html (6,856 bytes)
- 19. O/D transmission install (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Sat, 8 Jul 2000 22:56:08 -0400
- My non o/d transmission is a little funny and I am thinking of putting in an O/D replacement if I can find one reasonably priced. Is it as simple as pulling the old non o/d unit out and popping in t
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00288.html (7,538 bytes)
- 20. O/D Search (score: 1)
- Author: "david_schenck" <david_schenck@email.msn.com>
- Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2000 21:44:33 -0400
- Thanks to everyone who contributed to my last O/D swap question. Now for obtaining an actual O/D transmission. How much does a used one go for in anywhere from fair to great shape. I have an seller o
- /html/spitfires/2000-07/msg00373.html (6,839 bytes)
This search system is powered by
Namazu