- 201. Re: [Tigers] Re-veneering the dash (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2012 19:17:38 +0000 (UTC)
- Well, there is "right" and there is "Prestige". There is no way any Tiger came with a dash with that perfect mirror finish! I think it should be burled but not that burled... it was a cheaper cut so
- /html/tigers/2012-06/msg00022.html (13,535 bytes)
- 202. Re: [Tigers] Re-veneering the dash (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2012 21:22:08 +0000 (UTC)
- N ot on a MKI anyway... It is faux painted walnut... It matches the original wood dash pretty well.. Gary MessageAllan The small piece under the steering column is covered with small pebble grain vin
- /html/tigers/2012-06/msg00026.html (12,271 bytes)
- 203. Re: [Tigers] Re-veneering the dash (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2012 22:02:17 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Allan, BTW, Alan is my middle name! Hopefully you can see the attached photo. This is my home-restored in 1979 dash. It still looks like it did in 1979. It is Tiger B9470622. This is the original
- /html/tigers/2012-06/msg00029.html (13,709 bytes)
- 204. Re: [Tigers] From the CAT archive thread (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:18:05 +0000 (UTC)
- Theo knows. EPS (ElectricPowerSteering) is getting more common. The Alpine/Tiger job Theo showed me is kind of complex. If you have a more hot-rod Tiger it can probably be done easier/cheaper. The co
- /html/tigers/2012-11/msg00117.html (9,328 bytes)
- 205. Re: [Tigers] convertable top canvas straps (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:50:41 +0000 (UTC)
- Actually early cars had three straps. And they had "loops" sewed to the top to hold them (Like belt loops on pants). Gary The early cars have 2 straps going fro the frame to the header rail. This was
- /html/tigers/2012-12/msg00072.html (12,184 bytes)
- 206. Re: [Tigers] TIGER CONVERTIBLE TOP STRAPS (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 27 Dec 2012 06:20:53 +0000 (UTC)
- Thank you John! That is exactly the way I remember it.. unfortunately, I removed and later discarded my original top (from B9470622) years ago. By the time I bought my car in 1971, I would have to de
- /html/tigers/2012-12/msg00077.html (11,443 bytes)
- 207. Re: [Tigers] Mecum Tigers (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:30:21 +0000 (UTC)
- The list is up.. I looked last night, only 2 are sold. The black one with wire wheels went for $65K and the blue one with blue softop went for $54K IIRC. Wow, I didn't realize until last week but tha
- /html/tigers/2013-01/msg00079.html (10,086 bytes)
- 208. Re: [Tigers] Thoughts on 7" front wheels (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2013 22:13:11 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Mike, Details?? Like you, I need new wheels/tires. I decided a long time ago that 16's just don't look proper on a Tiger, 15 sounds like the way to go. When you figure out the optimum setup, maybe
- /html/tigers/2013-02/msg00050.html (13,625 bytes)
- 209. Re: [Tigers] Fender Badges (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 7 Feb 2013 18:27:07 +0000 (UTC)
- My black was flaking off when I bought the car in 1971. I've re-painted them a couple times since and they need it again. I have seen a few cars with them painted a contrasting color, looked pretty g
- /html/tigers/2013-02/msg00059.html (9,522 bytes)
- 210. Re: [Tigers] Clutch - DANG IT!!!!! (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:41:42 +0000 (UTC)
- My DOT5 was yellow. Thanks for the comments. On the plus side, that old post of my dad's that I found where he said he used DOT 5, he said that he had not done it to the brakes yet. I thought DOT 5 w
- /html/tigers/2013-04/msg00114.html (11,411 bytes)
- 211. Re: [Tigers] Optima Batteries (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:31:26 +0000 (UTC)
- Optimas may work ok in an old car like a Tiger, but.. I put one in my 1999 Corvette that always has a small drain from the computers and stuff. I went on vacation for 2 weeks and when I got back not
- /html/tigers/2013-04/msg00145.html (12,453 bytes)
- 212. Re: [Tigers] For those who have nothing to do... (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Sat, 18 May 2013 14:44:59 +0000 (UTC)
- Not to mention the Tiger MKII... good site! For those who like 'bring a trailer.com" I found this site called oldparkedcars.com . Who would have thought..., a car at the curb and a person with camera
- /html/tigers/2013-05/msg00068.html (9,229 bytes)
- 213. Re: [Tigers] Cubby Box Renewal? (score: 1)
- Author: Gary <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 23 May 2013 12:19:56 -0700
- In 1979, I went to the fabric store and bought a small piece of black felt. I cut it and glued it in the cubby box. It still looks good. I still cringe when I look at a repro box with the silver stap
- /html/tigers/2013-05/msg00110.html (11,204 bytes)
- 214. Re: [Tigers] Electrical problem - ignition/ballast resistor? (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 31 May 2013 15:02:15 +0000 (UTC)
- Jay, I would just try cleaning the battery terminals. Gary Jay- I'm of the opinion and from the same problem years ago that you need a new selinoid. You should have battery voltage on the always hot
- /html/tigers/2013-05/msg00157.html (14,735 bytes)
- 215. Re: [Tigers] Electrical problem - ignition/ballast resistor? (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 3 Jun 2013 22:16:04 +0000 (UTC)
- Jay, Are you sure? I've had blown diaphrams but don't think they ever leaked. But, I've had plenty of Holley leaks from the fuel bowls and just last week from the adjustable float adjuster. Fuel will
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00014.html (10,915 bytes)
- 216. Re: [Tigers] To rebuild, or not rebuild, the Holley (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:06:52 +0000 (UTC)
- Jay, I would have to agree with your dad on this one. I have Holley leaks every year or two. Tightening the fuel bowl screws about a quarter turn is usually all it needs. Rebuilding can be a nightmar
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00088.html (10,780 bytes)
- 217. Re: [Tigers] Holley Rebuild - float bowls (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:27:11 +0000 (UTC)
- Oh Jay... I feel your pain!! It brings it all back.. yup, your Holley must be from the same vintage as my 4bbl. Now my much older 2bbl never had those stuck forever gaskets. Be sure to use the plain
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00110.html (10,876 bytes)
- 218. Re: [Tigers] Holley Rebuild - float bowls (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:05:26 +0000 (UTC)
- Also, The "rebuild" level is probably a low level just to get you going. The instructions are to always set the level wet after installation. Float level has a minor(?) influence on mixture. Your dad
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00114.html (11,459 bytes)
- 219. Re: [Tigers] Ox sensor (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:01:01 +0000 (UTC)
- Jay, The ox sensor is probably a useful tool. Unlike your dad, I never got around to installing one but do want to. You should find the directions for the one you have. Here is for the Edlebrock: htt
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00117.html (12,698 bytes)
- 220. Re: [Tigers] Carb install - at least it's not leaking (score: 1)
- Author: Gary Winblad <garywinblad@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:51:33 +0000 (UTC)
- Jay, The choke is only used when the motor is cold. Once the motor is warm, the choke plate SHOULD be open all the way. In California, you don't even need the choke, I haven't had my choke plates clo
- /html/tigers/2013-06/msg00139.html (11,317 bytes)
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