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21. RE: Backfire?? (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Tue, 29 May 2001 21:31:05 -0400; I think that the problem was a faulty jet in the carb. My theory is that the jet let enough gas by to idle and would work under load for a few minutes going above 2000 rpm but would then stay wide o; /html/spitfires/2001-05/msg00781.html (7,719 bytes)
22. Float Settings for a Weber DGAV? (longish) (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Fri, 9 Mar 2001 15:39:30 -0500; I have a 1980 Spit with a Weber DGAV 32/36 attached. I am having problems keeping the car running after adjusting the carb according to the Weber factory directions. It will idle fine but will cut o; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00244.html (7,695 bytes)
23. RE: { NASS } Brake Light Switch (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Wed, 21 Mar 2001 05:26:47 -0500; I had a switch that functioned intermittently and bought the Nova one yesterday from NAPA for about six dollars. It works great but you do need to shave off part of the threads, like it is on the OEM; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00542.html (9,485 bytes)
24. Re: 1500 venting (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sat, 31 Mar 2001 06:19:02 -0500; I hate to join the fray but would like to throw another scenario into the equation. I replaced the Weber DGV that came with my '80 with a ZS 150, and Federal intake and exhaust manifolds (off a '78),; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00823.html (8,759 bytes)
25. RE: gas pricing (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 20:44:55 -0500; I found it at that price in Dahlgren, VA, at the Wawa, last week. It makes the trip from Solomons Island to my parents place even more enjoyable. I can fill up and make back the bridge toll in the a; /html/spitfires/2001-01/msg00053.html (7,326 bytes)
26. CEI Wiring to the Coil (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2001 17:11:17 -0500; I just rebuilt the Lucas CEI module (black box that replaced the OPUS system)and am going to put it back on my 1980 Spitfire. The problem is I, like an idiot, forgot to note where the wires go to th; /html/spitfires/2001-01/msg00089.html (6,689 bytes)
27. Carb Swap (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 18:16:10 -0500; I was wondering about the feasibility of replacing the ZS 150 autochoke carb on my 80 spitfire with a 175 from a TR7 (I don't have the specific part nos. handy) and if it would provide any performan; /html/spitfires/2001-01/msg00197.html (6,928 bytes)
28. RE: rating the vendors (score: 1): Author: "S Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2001 22:57:40 -0500; I would agree with Nolan's assessment of Motorhead. Twice they bilked me out of money on a return and by canceling a backorder that I already paid for. I did find the catalog interesting. Slante, Sea; /html/spitfires/2001-01/msg00606.html (7,716 bytes)
29. Engine stalling around 2000 rpm. (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2000 23:18:33 -0500; I've been having a number of problems with my '80 Spit. Earlier, it was exhaust manifold leaks and the ignition coil and both seem to be fixed. Now the car starts but as it moves to fast idle it pet; /html/spitfires/2000-11/msg00122.html (7,345 bytes)
30. Update - Engine stalling around 2000 rpm . (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2000 18:46:51 -0500; I think I figured out the problem. The intake manifold is warped a bit on the flange where it meets the head. So after cleaning the carb, checking the float level, the bowl for sediment, etc, I pull; /html/spitfires/2000-11/msg00149.html (8,484 bytes)
31. Fitting a hard top w/soft still on (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Fri, 24 Nov 2000 07:32:05 -0500; First I would like to say thank you to everyone who provided me with help over the past six months of first time spitfire ownership. I'm in the midst of winterizing and am ready to attach the hard t; /html/spitfires/2000-11/msg00379.html (7,058 bytes)
32. RE: Funny fuse thing I think. (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sun, 15 Oct 2000 06:39:34 -0400; Only part of the column switch is on the same circuit as the interior lights and the cigar lighter. The high beam dip is also controlled by that circuit as is the horn. The rest of the switch is fus; /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00265.html (7,523 bytes)
33. Starting Problems (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sun, 15 Oct 2000 06:59:52 -0400; I've been having some problems with my 80 Spit. The was a leak at the exhaust header and it was running very rich. I retorqued the head (I just replaced the gasket last month) and reattached and rea; /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00266.html (7,599 bytes)
34. RE: Starting Problems (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sun, 15 Oct 2000 17:15:32 -0400; Some additional information. When I retorqued the head I also adjusted the valves to the proper .010 clearance plus there is gas in the tank and fuel is getting to the carb. The engine turns over bu; /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00277.html (7,035 bytes)
35. No Spark Questions/I'm frustrated!! (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Fri, 20 Oct 2000 18:06:47 -0400; I seem to have a number of degenerative problems with my 1980 Spitfire. Currently I am getting no spark from the coil. I purchased a new one (Lucas Sports Coil) and the old one was less than three m; /html/spitfires/2000-10/msg00486.html (8,599 bytes)
36. RE: Maryland Vehicle Inspection (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Fri, 22 Sep 2000 18:02:44 -0400; Well I don't need to worry about the dreaded Maryland inspection. Thanks to Ree Gurley's suggestion I registered my 1980 Spitfire as historic. It took a bit of convincing with the supervisor. She co; /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00826.html (8,522 bytes)
37. Blown Fuse (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sat, 23 Sep 2000 07:06:56 -0400; I have an electrical question. The third fuse, that controls the horn, buzzer, interior lights, etc, blew on my spit a few days ago. When I went to replace it the new fuse blew as I put it in the blo; /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00838.html (6,989 bytes)
38. RE: Maryland Vehicle Inspection (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Sat, 23 Sep 2000 07:06:57 -0400; I live in an emissions county but Maryland waives Inspection and Emissions on historic vehicles. Slanté, Sean Twigg '80 Spitfire inspection. Thanks historic. Are you in an emissions check county? D; /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00839.html (7,642 bytes)
39. Re. Blown Fuse (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Thu, 28 Sep 2000 17:53:38 -0400; I would like to thank everyone for their help with the fuse problem. After a bit of searching and about ten blown fuses I discovered the short was in the Cigar lighter. I swapped it out for a newer u; /html/spitfires/2000-09/msg00990.html (6,554 bytes)
40. Correct Coil? (score: 1): Author: "Sean & Shannon Twigg" <seanan@crosslink.net>; Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 16:56:47 -0400; I picked up a new coil for my 79 Spit w/the CDI amplifier and 45DM4 dizzy. I got a Lucas 15B6 (ballasted) coil, will it work with this system or do I need the 15C6 coil. I'm trying to get the engine; /html/spitfires/2000-08/msg00618.html (6,453 bytes)

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