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161. Re: Tiger overheating problems (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005 18:32:18 -0700
The main promogulated advantage of the stainless steel fan blades is it's ability to "flex". This is also the reason it makes a lousy air pump. The blades flatten out at higher rpm, and pull no air
/html/tigers/2005-06/msg00316.html (9,757 bytes)

162. Re: mechanical secondaries (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Sat, 07 May 2005 10:54:17 -0700
Vacuum secondaries do not open the air flow to the secondaries until the motor load, as measured by the air flow, requires them. This prevents the motor from suffering the "sog-and-bog" of too much
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00068.html (9,823 bytes)

163. Re: mechanical secondaries (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Sun, 08 May 2005 12:50:51 -0700
Tiger List, Previous comments on vacuum secondaries, vs mechanical linkages, apply equally to all manufacturer's versions of the design type, and do not single out any specific supplier. Steve -- ___
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00077.html (7,046 bytes)

164. Re: heat at speed (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 09 May 2005 09:52:17 -0700
Your cooling fan, whether stock, electric, or both, only are effective at low speeds - say below 30 mph. At higher speeds the total flow coming through the radiator from road speed far exceeds the m
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00085.html (9,127 bytes)

165. Re: heat at speed (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 09 May 2005 13:26:56 -0700
A solid state replacement regulator for both systems, in one package, is available from Ed Esslinger (Edstiger@charter.net), as well as a solid state intermittent windshield wiper control. Yes, I kno
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00090.html (8,688 bytes)

166. Re: Chrysler (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Tue, 10 May 2005 10:36:28 -0700
While I own a 300C, I am only a Chrysler enthusiast for the product they purchased from Rootes, and destroyed. However, not to be an apologist, it is my understanding that the "preferred brand parki
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00138.html (7,493 bytes)

167. Re: heat at speed (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Tue, 10 May 2005 10:58:57 -0700
As Arthur Dent, previous resident of the ex-planet earth, England, and his friend Ford Prefect would comment: "Don't panic". All you say is correct with the stock system, and Rootes recommends 160 F
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00139.html (10,795 bytes)

168. Re: Yugo Question (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 11 May 2005 09:41:06 -0700
You know how to double the value of a Yugo, don't you? Fill the gas tank. Add oil and triple it. ;-) Steve -- ___ Steve Laifman Editor - TigersUnited.com
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00166.html (7,006 bytes)

169. Re: Fan Question (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 11 May 2005 09:48:40 -0700
I sincerely doubt that air flow around the engine block is any significant contributor to cooling. However, getting the hot air that was transferred from the engine to the air through the radiator f
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00167.html (8,615 bytes)

170. Re: water pump Mkll (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 11 May 2005 10:05:07 -0700
Robin, and Wes. Taking no admiration from the work that Tim has done, you can find the design details of the horn blockers, and lower valance air duct design (plus other cooling tips) on "Cool It, Bu
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00168.html (7,529 bytes)

171. Re: Stubbie oil filter (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Sun, 15 May 2005 15:59:12 -0700
Professional write ups have warned about differences inside oil filter cans. My personal recommendation, unless you have headers, is to buy the MotorCraft SVO right angle filter adapter M-6990-A50.
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00199.html (9,727 bytes)

172. Re: Oil filter myths and legends (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Sun, 15 May 2005 16:35:26 -0700
Thanks for relating your experiences. I would like to take a minor issue with your conclusions. While there is a spring loaded bypass for clogged filters, it is set at a release pressure above the p
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00200.html (9,076 bytes)

173. Re: stubbie filters/remote syestem (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 16 May 2005 11:18:54 -0700
1) New hoses can be attached to original fittings by any competent air conditioning repair shop. They use the same type crimp connections and the A/C hoses are rated at much higher pressures, and oi
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00208.html (9,793 bytes)

174. Re: stubbie filters/remote syestem (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Thu, 19 May 2005 14:06:50 -0700
Curtis and Tigers, As an additional point of information, the CAT headers are well known to provide greater oil filter adapter clearance, by design, than others. The JC Whitney is also known for this
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00254.html (9,382 bytes)

175. Re: vacuum hose for servo (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Thu, 19 May 2005 14:12:26 -0700
That "yellow stripe" hose is the original design, so it hasn't been made since 1967 (assuming the Mk II had them). My Mk I has, and it is in great shape. A wonder in itself. If you can find a can of
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00255.html (7,300 bytes)

176. What's a Tiger worth? (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Sat, 21 May 2005 10:54:41 -0700
IMHO, having been asked recently: There are only three things to consider about a proposed Tiger acquisition: 1) Condition 2) Condition 3) Condition of course, authenticity is presumed to be made cer
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00278.html (8,737 bytes)

177. Relying on Calculators. (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 23 May 2005 09:04:11 -0700
If you use your calculator to determine critical Tiger clearances, adjustments, horsepower, or anything else, you may be using a liar's tool. Try this on your pocket calculator and see how you can be
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00297.html (7,087 bytes)

178. Re: NEW EDELBROCK 1405 600CFM CARB POPING/BACKFIRING (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 23 May 2005 09:12:13 -0700
Frank ( or Amberly, as the case may be), It sounds very much like you are leaning out your mixture ratio on throttle opening. I have no idea whose carb you are using, but the throttle opening is mech
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00298.html (8,306 bytes)

179. Re: NEW EDELBROCK 1405 600CFM CARB POPING/BACKFIRING (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 23 May 2005 09:29:24 -0700
What I wanted to say was "I have no knowledge of the 1405 Carb you are using". Also did not mean to exclude vacuum secondaries, but the failure mechanisms would be more complex to have it snap open.
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00299.html (8,917 bytes)

180. Re: Hardtop Colors (score: 1)
Author: Steve Laifman <SLaifman@socal.rr.com>
Date: Mon, 23 May 2005 14:49:30 -0700
Your message is of great interest to me, and I would appreciate further details on who had LAT 31 wheels on their car, other than Doane Spencer, so as to validate them for inclusion in the TigersUni
/html/tigers/2005-05/msg00303.html (9,449 bytes)


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