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161. Re: spridget clutches (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sat, 4 Jul 1998 23:46:01 -0400; proportional out about to the Alex, we are in complete agreement on this point. I commented earlier that the clutch was designed to compensate for wear in the clutch disc and bearing, and you have j; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00228.html (11,080 bytes)
162. Re: Third Brake Lights (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sun, 5 Jul 1998 00:53:05 -0400; Whatever happened to the idea that you leave enough room between yourself and the cars in front that the brake lights of the car in front of you give you plenty of warning that it is going to stop? O; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00231.html (9,865 bytes)
163. Overhauling Brake Calipers (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Mon, 6 Jul 1998 20:49:06 -0400; Hi, Philip! Yes, I have a tip for you when overhauling your Midget brake calipers. You will need to remove the pistons to replace the seals and dust boots and to make sure the pistons and bores are; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00262.html (8,396 bytes)
164. Re: Is it worth my sixty something bucks? (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Fri, 10 Jul 1998 20:55:10 -0400; My '73 Midget came with a jack (original, I assume) that has a handle that you place over the ratchet at the top. The handle ratchets back and forth in a horizontal plane -- brilliant idea. It lets y; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00383.html (9,066 bytes)
165. Re: Pressure Failure Switch (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sat, 11 Jul 1998 10:32:56 -0400; I don't believe the switches themselves are sealed against leakage. I had a fluid leak from the switch after reinstalling it following a restoration of my '73 Midget, so I replaced it with a new swit; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00394.html (8,997 bytes)
166. Re: Pressure Failure Switch (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sun, 12 Jul 1998 08:03:28 -0400; Guess I should have checked the Moss catalog before saying they didn't have a rebuild kit. I went through this a little over a year ago, and was amazed to discover they DIDN'T have a rebuild kit, but; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00409.html (9,113 bytes)
167. Re: Brake Grabbing (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sun, 12 Jul 1998 08:48:55 -0400; The later Midgets DO have two pistons, one for each pad. Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "It is better to remain silent, and be thought a fool than to speak, and remov; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00412.html (9,260 bytes)
168. Re: More Brakes - Blue Sticky Substance? (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Sun, 12 Jul 1998 11:57:57 -0400; The blue sticky stuff is a substitute for the missing anti-squeal shims. It's purpose is the same, and you can leave it there. As far as checking the master cylinder for proper operation and no bindi; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00420.html (10,353 bytes)
169. Re: Pressure Failure Switch (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Mon, 13 Jul 1998 22:19:19 -0400; You can get a bolt with a standard thread to replace the warning switch. This is what I did when the new switch I installed didn't stop the leak, and I didn't want to tear into the assembly again. T; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00457.html (11,119 bytes)
170. Re: Seeking comments on Motorhead (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Fri, 17 Jul 1998 11:04:17 -0400; I have had some dealings with Motorhead, and they have all been positive experiences. I have visited their facility a few times over the years (since 1987) and found the employees to be Spridget enth; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00558.html (8,986 bytes)
171. Re: motorhead catalog (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Mon, 20 Jul 1998 22:58:35 -0400; Try this: http://www.erols.com/mtrhd/directions.html Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "Truth is precious. Use it sparingly" -- Mark Twain -- How; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00663.html (7,876 bytes)
172. Re: Nory's wheel chock (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 17:20:55 -0400; Ed, I think you've won before the contest even got started. Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "It is better to remain silent, and be thought a fool than to speak, and r; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00692.html (7,476 bytes)
173. Re: Door check strap (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 16:08:26 -0400; Yeah, Chuck, I have replaced these straps on my Midget more than once. They don't seem to last all that long. The usual suppliers have them, and they aren't too expensive. You are correct about the m; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00773.html (8,560 bytes)
174. Re: gear ratios (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Tue, 28 Jul 1998 19:19:55 -0400; 3.9:1 for a '73 Midget. Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "It is better to remain silent, and be thought a fool than to speak, and remove all doubt" -- Mark Twain --; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00876.html (7,287 bytes)
175. Re: Motorhead Tuning Tape (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 16:10:29 -0400; I have the tape and would be glad to forward it on to you. I have been considering offering it up for circulation among the list members - no charge. Anyone see any problems with this? This tape was; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00906.html (8,824 bytes)
176. Re: Motorhead Tuning Tape (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 23:17:24 -0400; Any other takers? Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "Truth is precious. Use it sparingly" -- Mark Twain --; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00921.html (8,933 bytes)
177. Motorhead Tuning Tape (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 21:40:51 -0400; Monty Love got to me first with a request for the tape, so I will be sending it on to him. Others who expressed an interest are: Peter Samaroo Kevin Valentine Ron Soave Chuck Ciaffone Swift Justice D; /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00940.html (8,092 bytes)
178. Re: Front Wire hub grease cap? (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Tue, 2 Jun 1998 17:56:11 -0400; You can make your own tool to remove the cap. Get a coupling nut with threads to match the cap stud threads (don't know what the thread size is, but I'm sure someone else will) and turn it on to the; /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00041.html (8,229 bytes)
179. Re: Starter - Progress Report/Thanks (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Thu, 4 Jun 1998 15:42:23 -0400; Philip - If your alternator wasn't charging the battery, you should have seen a red warning light; but if you want to have your alternator checked, try one of the chain parts stores. The local Autozo; /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00084.html (10,149 bytes)
180. Re: Wheel Bearings (score: 1): Author: "Steve Byers" <byers@cconnect.net>; Date: Thu, 4 Jun 1998 22:40:33 -0400; The bearing faces marked "thrust" should both face toward the spacer between the bearings, i.e., they face toward each other. Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA '73 Midget GAN5UD126009G "OO NINE" "It is be; /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00090.html (8,441 bytes)

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