- 41. Re: Cranky nuts (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Mon, 05 Oct 1998 21:49:46 -0400
- I have read that if you heat the nut and allow to cool 3 times then use whatever you have avalable(you may be able to rent an electric impact gun) the nut will break loose. It worked for me when I o
- /html/spitfires/1998-10/msg00101.html (7,841 bytes)
- 42. Re: Hood pin doughnuts (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Tue, 08 Sep 1998 22:39:49 -0400
- I've never seen or heard of rubber doughnuts for the hood pins to seat in. The hood pins are rubber and they seat in adjustable metal plates that are fixed to the firewall.Are you sure what you are
- /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00162.html (7,010 bytes)
- 43. Re: Brake anti-squeal pads work? (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Tue, 08 Sep 1998 22:55:02 -0400
- I assume you are talking about after market anti squeal pads? There are supposed to be anti squeal shims on a Spitfire,they get coated with a special grease and fit between the piston and Brakepad.T
- /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00164.html (7,064 bytes)
- 44. Re: how to fix leaking top? (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 21:10:31 -0400
- A few years ago,I replaced the rubber seal out of desperation,It looked like new yet leaked badly.A new seal from TRF fixed me up,its been about 5 or 6 years and all is well. Sad to say,TRF now sell
- /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00246.html (7,692 bytes)
- 45. Leon spotted (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 20 Sep 1998 21:59:49 -0400
- I just returned from British car day,at Bronte creek park in Oakville,Ontario,Canada. It was a Great time. Seemed to be a large turnout. While there,I met Leon Guyot,and he shared stories of where h
- /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00439.html (6,779 bytes)
- 46. Re: Dan's TR6 (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Wed, 30 Sep 1998 21:49:03 -0400
- An EXCELLENT idea and I intend to send a check shortly,If I'm gonna write a check it will have to be at least $10.00. Anybody see me? raise? I feel strongly that all good comes back to you and this
- /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00593.html (6,551 bytes)
- 47. Re: Leaning Rear Wheel (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Mon, 10 Aug 1998 23:01:25 -0400
- I'm glad you feel that way,I was thinking that it was not a "fatal flaw" as a matter of fact,if the spring is indeed new and not defective,I would look to the service manual(a Must)under replacing t
- /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00194.html (7,928 bytes)
- 48. Re: Cool Aesthetic Tip (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 16 Aug 1998 09:38:15 -0400
- Joe,Ryan,anyone else, Just the tip I was looking for!! Now can someone tell me the best way to remove this badge without bending it?
- /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00310.html (7,650 bytes)
- 49. Re: Failing overdrive (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 16 Aug 1998 09:45:34 -0400
- Have to agree with Trevor,I have read this in a few places,Have never used clutch to engage or disengage.I've read, and it"feels" as if the harder you are pushing,(high rpm's)the more positive the e
- /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00311.html (7,444 bytes)
- 50. Re: KONI Shock Installation - Bulging Top Bushing (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 16 Aug 1998 09:56:47 -0400
- I would think this is because you have all of the spring pressure aganst the top bushing and none of the weight of the car to counteract it. If it was even now,what would happen when you installed i
- /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00312.html (7,354 bytes)
- 51. Re: clutch slave cylinder (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 05 Jul 1998 07:48:09 -0400
- I have run into this myself,and found out that one of the kits does come with a new cap,I can't remember if it's TRF or Vic Brit. I woll check and let you know,if nobody else can confirm. Bob Harris
- /html/spitfires/1998-07/msg00069.html (7,962 bytes)
- 52. Re: clutch slave cylinder (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Tue, 07 Jul 1998 22:13:41 -0400
- I finally found my spare slave cyl. kit,a lucas SP2348 from TRF their P/N GISP2349. It does not include the metal cap. I believe it was a kit from VIC BRIT for a later Spit (after 1977) that came wi
- /html/spitfires/1998-07/msg00117.html (7,753 bytes)
- 53. Re: Parts Sources (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Mon, 01 Jun 1998 19:24:42 -0400
- I just found out that you can get Panasports through The Tire Rack (800-981-3783)ask for Dan, he told me $165 ea. in silver,gold or grey He also told me that you can fit 14" wheels on a Spitfire. I
- /html/spitfires/1998-06/msg00011.html (7,005 bytes)
- 54. Re: rear brake shoes and adjustments (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Fri, 05 Jun 1998 17:43:22 -0400
- I have read that to adjust rear brakes properly,you pull up the emergency brake 3or4 "clicks",then tighten adjuster 'till wheel will not turn. Then when you release your emergency brake,the wheels s
- /html/spitfires/1998-06/msg00062.html (7,329 bytes)
- 55. Re: hard top (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 14 Jun 1998 13:02:44 -0400
- I believe the factory only made 2 types of hardtops,One for the early,round tail spitfires,the other for the MK4-1500.Hope you get it for the price you want. Bob Harris
- /html/spitfires/1998-06/msg00160.html (6,381 bytes)
- 56. Re: Spitfire Oil "Drain-Down" (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Wed, 17 Jun 1998 16:37:51 -0400
- What oil filter are you using? I once used a Fram PH8A (used on many fords) and every time I started the car it was like I had just changed the oil,It took a lot of time to refill the filter. I swit
- /html/spitfires/1998-06/msg00219.html (7,168 bytes)
- 57. wheel size (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Thu, 21 May 1998 10:05:00 -0400
- Has anyone heard of using 14" wheels on a Spit?? I was told by a wheel dist. that they have sold 14" wheels for a Spitfire,but would feel better hearing from someone that has used them. Thanks, Bob
- /html/spitfires/1998-05/msg00304.html (6,965 bytes)
- 58. Holland (score: 1)
- Author: Robert Harris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sat, 25 Apr 1998 23:10:49 -0400 (EDT)
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- /html/spitfires/1998-04/msg00311.html (6,185 bytes)
- 59. Single rail transmissions (score: 1)
- Author: bharris <harris88@rochester.infi.net>
- Date: Sun, 26 Apr 1998 17:00:35 -0400
- I have removed the bellhousing from 2 single rail transmissions and neither had the springs that put tension on the layshaft thrust washer. I was wondering if anyone else has run into this,or am I j
- /html/spitfires/1998-04/msg00317.html (6,491 bytes)
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