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141. Re: running in tips (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Gigante" <mikeg@vicnet.net.au>
Date: Fri, 3 Sep 1999 19:55:24 +1000
You have a new cam right? So, 1/2 hours at 2-3000 rpm in neutral (i.e. no load) to bed in the cam/lifters. Then drive it keeping it under 3500 or so with a mixture of load /no load. Do this for a few
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00178.html (7,967 bytes)

142. Re: Jaguar conversion (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 03 Sep 1999 09:30:18 -0700
Sounds AWSOME! But, it is a little more than I had in mind for a daily driver. The Texas connection has been mentioned before though. Thanks, Mike
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00190.html (9,932 bytes)

143. Re: Jaguar conversion (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 03 Sep 1999 12:23:41 -0700
If I owned a 67 XKE, I wouldn't convert it either! What I'm talking about is the run of the mill XJS that needs an engine. A proper rebuild on a Jag engine should only be done on the cars that deser
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00201.html (9,252 bytes)

144. Coming out of lurk mode- parts quality (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Ellsworth" <mikeells@shianet.org>
Date: Mon, 6 Sep 1999 10:18:20 -0400
I'm a long time reader,but a seldom writer to the list. I have a 71 Midget currently undergoing restoration on blocks in my garage. I have had a pretty busy summer (who out there hasn't), and didn't
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00317.html (7,890 bytes)

145. Re: what do I have? (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Gigante" <mikeg@vicnet.net.au>
Date: Tue, 7 Sep 1999 18:52:59 +1000
Correct - the single acting brake is off drum wheel cars. If you intend staying with drum front brakes, then use it. If you intend to use later model disc brakes, change to the later wheel cylinder *
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00348.html (9,425 bytes)

146. Re: Alternator lite... (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 10 Sep 1999 08:10:41 -0700
Did someone mention in an earlier discussion on these lights that one was red and the other(high beam) was clear on the Bugeye? I forget, and I haven't put my instruments in my car yet and would like
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00539.html (6,630 bytes)

147. 74 Midget for sale (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 10 Sep 1999 17:29:21 -0700
I have a 74 midget for sale. It's been a two owner car and maintained well over it's lifetime. The car runs good and is good cosmetic shape, I've only noticed a few rust bubbles at the bottom of the
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00617.html (7,006 bytes)

148. Re: Camping?? (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Ellsworth" <mikeells@shianet.org>
Date: Sat, 11 Sep 1999 13:33:03 -0400
that's in the passenger seat of a Fiat 850 Spyder (smaller than a Midget) with the top down, wearing a scarf and sunglasses. He was actually stopped by the police and told it was illegal to transpor
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00664.html (8,904 bytes)

149. Re: Support Vehicle (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Ellsworth" <mikeells@shianet.org>
Date: Sat, 11 Sep 1999 20:08:56 -0400
Thanks for sharing this. It really had my 12 year old son going. He was ready to put our order in tonight. Mike Ellsworth 71 Midget in pieces --
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00677.html (7,964 bytes)

150. Re: Midget packing, camping, Ford Excursion, and NJ inspection (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Tue, 14 Sep 1999 10:49:59 -0700
Before you smog it again, change all the fluids! Interestingly enough, old antifreeze will emit some pollution. Mike MacLean(with a failed 1987 Honda smog check)60-Sprite
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg00793.html (10,720 bytes)

151. Re: Cars and Culture (No Real LBC Content) (score: 1)
Author: "Mike Gigante" <mikeg@vicnet.net.au>
Date: Sun, 19 Sep 1999 16:43:30 +1000
It is not just Americans. My brother lives in Japan - he married a Japanese girl. He tells us that he, as a 'gaigan', is regarded as inferior by the Japanese. He and his wife have to put up with cont
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01124.html (11,686 bytes)

152. Re: MSRP (no LBC content) (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Sun, 19 Sep 1999 11:27:05 -0700
I'm looking to buy an F-150 XLT today! I'll buy one from you at 3% over. Mike MacLean-60 Sprite
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01135.html (9,477 bytes)

153. Re: MSRP (no LBC content) (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Tue, 21 Sep 1999 09:34:16 -0700
Your exactly right Herb. I just bought a 2000 F150 Ford for $1200 over dealer invoice. I know because of the internet, and the dealer was honest enough to show me the same figures. This was about $30
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01290.html (11,216 bytes)

154. Re: Got my dream car. (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 09:04:37 -0700
Congratulations. Being in the middle of a Bugeye restoration myself, I know what your in for, the good and the bad. It will all be worth it in the end. You're lucky that you found this list, it is t
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01360.html (9,962 bytes)

155. Re: Car show judging, now OE tools (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 09:22:46 -0700
The 1971 Honda 600 Z-Coupe I bought new weighed 1312 pounds. Mike MacLean-60 Sprite
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01362.html (10,893 bytes)

156. Re: Got my dream car. (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 09:37:28 -0700
I just bought a new Ford F-150. Does this mean I'm going to back over my own Mike MacLean-60 Sprite
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01363.html (10,642 bytes)

157. Re: Got my dream car. (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 23:02:57 -0700
The Bugeye resides in the garage next to my wife's E-320 Benz and the brand new truck stays outside. Got to have your priorities straight! Mike
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01414.html (11,956 bytes)

158. Re: Got my dream car. (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 23:04:29 -0700
Oh, and by the way it is Teal Blue so I may be safe.
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01415.html (11,688 bytes)

159. Re: First Drive(sort of) (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Tue, 28 Sep 1999 14:48:54 -0700
Congratulations! Went to the web site and the car is really coming along. Good job. Now all you need to do is click that odometer over to 00000 a couple of times. Mike MacLean-60 Sprite
/html/spridgets/1999-09/msg01748.html (8,088 bytes)

160. West Coast Healey Meet (score: 1)
Author: Mike Maclean <macleans@earthlink.net>
Date: Thu, 05 Aug 1999 23:52:38 -0700
Is anyone on the list from other than the San Diego area going to the West Coast Healey Meet in San Diego next week? Unfortunately, I did not finish my Bugeye restoration in time for this event. I ha
/html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00204.html (7,959 bytes)


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