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1. Re: Softening the Suede?? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 21:02:36 -0500
Ok, surprise, the suede is not suede, but just "suedette", a cheap, plastic substitute, stylish only in the 70's. Acutally, considering the B's tendency to leak, it is a better choice. It is restorab
/html/bricklin/2002-03/msg00087.html (7,577 bytes)

2. Re: 75 Header (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2002 13:11:17 -0500
Hi Jason, The Ford tube headers may fit, but with some modification. Specifically, is they are similar to the ones I used (slightly later model), the driver's side will have to be slightly reconfigur
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00003.html (7,479 bytes)

3. Just a shout out to all on the list (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Tue, 12 Feb 2002 07:56:25 -0500
Its been particularly quiet on this list lately. Have we all reached a lull in our quests simultaneously? Since no Bricklin is finished it can't be that. It's been a while since we had a good run on
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00012.html (6,983 bytes)

4. Re: Questions (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2002 12:07:23 -0500
As I heard the story, emissions laws went into effect in 1975, and the 360 required a catalytic converter in order to meet these laws. There was some fear at the time about the effects the high temp
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00028.html (8,632 bytes)

5. Re: AC parts-condensers-compressors-clutches, etc. (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Fri, 15 Feb 2002 13:25:29 -0500
Actually, there is an outfit in Florida that says it can readily make up any condenser IF they have an old one to go by. They can also repair/rebuild filter driers. Don't expect a big bargain here, b
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00051.html (8,328 bytes)

6. BTW- PLEASE, pretty please?? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Fri, 15 Feb 2002 13:30:23 -0500
I often wonder why some responses to issues on the list are done directly to the questioner which denies the rest of us the info. While the issue may not be a burning one for many of us at the time,
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00052.html (6,977 bytes)

7. Re: Shocks Gabriel/KYB/Koni (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sat, 16 Feb 2002 01:57:53 -0500
The numbers should be on the website for these. Do not venture beyond these or you risk severe damage to the B, especially the rear mounts: GABRIEL: Very close to stock, which, BTW, are still availab
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00062.html (6,987 bytes)

8. Re: Pirate tapes??? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2002 14:34:40 -0500
"No good deed goes unpunished" /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordomo@autox.team.net or try /// http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive/bricklin
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00100.html (6,751 bytes)

9. Re: Leaky Hinges or Oh No, Bricklins leak!?!?!?!?!? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Fri, 22 Feb 2002 09:36:03 -0500
As Tanner will be quick to tell you there are "x" amount of inches of weatherstrip at each door and yada yada. The B doors leak, period, and people have done everything including siliconing the entir
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00115.html (9,633 bytes)

10. Re: Any old 74 carbs around? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sat, 23 Feb 2002 19:15:28 -0500
My suggestion is to go with an Edelbrock replacement if possible, and not too large (like 4v500cfm tops), with elec choke, vac. sec, yada yada. Popping one of these puppies in is easier than rebuildi
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00123.html (8,639 bytes)

11. Re: Any old 74 carbs around? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2002 13:23:54 -0500
"500cfm is too small!" George Curley #220, 670 -- Well I guess the stock '74 360 setup is a better breather than I thought! I'd be very interested in what numbers were used to support a 600cfm. While
/html/bricklin/2002-02/msg00128.html (8,087 bytes)

12. Bricklin fires (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 12:35:34 -0500
According to Tanner, one of the more popular causes of fires in Bricklins is the addition of those small in line fuel pressure gauges leaking, and incorrectly installed carbs. BTW, if you're driving
/html/bricklin/2002-01/msg00048.html (6,636 bytes)

13. Just catching up (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 16:19:42 -0500
Fires and breakdowns: As for keeping some essential tools in your car, BMWs, Mercedes, and a list of others consider it a good enough idea to include some essentials in NEW cars, let alone ones with
/html/bricklin/2002-01/msg00050.html (8,669 bytes)

14. Insurance options, Carpet (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 01:07:40 -0500
For now, Progressive is insuring the B on an unlimited mileage ACV policy through AAA. Since I have two appraisals, the car is immaculate, and resale in this area is reasonable, the ACV is not high $
/html/bricklin/2002-01/msg00057.html (7,365 bytes)

15. Re: Anyone work on wiper motor? (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 17:51:33 -0500
Kim, this is one of the easier jobs. 1) First, disconnect the power plug and ground wires (if any) leading to the motor which are very close by. 2) You'll then need to remove all the small fasteners
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00007.html (8,374 bytes)

16. Re: silicone (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sun, 9 Dec 2001 19:00:54 -0500
Oh yea, I remember when silicone brake fluid 1st came out it was all the rage, until problems with seals AND fluid stability began to surface. Now most avoid it like the plague! One more note, if you
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00019.html (7,239 bytes)

17. carbs, mods, and crazy drivers (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 09:18:08 -0500
There's been a lot of good talk about carbs and other common mods. I have a pretty standard 351w with Edelbrock Performer series heads, cam, intake, timing chain, stock ratio roller rockers, with an
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00043.html (8,816 bytes)

18. just one cent (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 14:37:46 -0500
"The quality of air for instance is not an individual right, it is a community concern simply because it is shared by everyone. Visual quality is the same and since it is a community concern then the
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00059.html (8,124 bytes)

19. here's your change and daily driver insurance (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 02:41:08 -0500
"Stephane, if you ever lived in Britain you would find the philosopy of "the community comes first" works to the advantage of everyone and is built into E.U. regulations." In Britaine, your anti-miss
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00063.html (8,402 bytes)

20. Re: here's your change and daily driver insurance (score: 1)
Author: "alphachi" <alphachi@writeme.com>
Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2001 09:26:32 -0500
The car has been appraised and inspected, and is insured for 15k. stephan #2821 /// /// bricklin@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool ///
/html/bricklin/2001-12/msg00065.html (6,935 bytes)


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