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41. RE: TD Wiper disassembly (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2006 17:17:48 -0500
No the handle does NOT unscrew. Once the recessed screw is removed from the handle, the handle simply pulls out. Sometimes it's a bit stiff, but it will pull off. Then the cover should lift off. Sen
/html/mg-t/2006-07/msg00017.html (8,108 bytes)

42. RE: Sorting out the Varitone (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 3 Aug 2006 18:48:24 -0500
I guess if I were you, I would call the folks at British Wiring and ask them why THEY specified the range of chassis numbers they did and what the significant differences are. After all, THEY are su
/html/mg-t/2006-08/msg00002.html (8,394 bytes)

43. RE: TD Front Brakes (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2006 19:43:40 -0500
I agree with Brian. Either the hoses are blocking the release of pressure or the master cylinder is not allowing fluid to flow back in. This would account for both the stuck brakes and the brake lig
/html/mg-t/2006-09/msg00002.html (9,818 bytes)

44. Rob Weatherall (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2006 20:50:07 -0600
Anyone have an email address for Rob Weatherall? Cheers, Lew Palmer /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordomo@autox.team.net or try /// http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo /// Archives at
/html/mg-t/2006-10/msg00025.html (6,493 bytes)

45. RE: windtone horn (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2006 09:46:03 -0600
It sounds like the points in the horn are starting out closed and not opening enough. Those are exactly the symptoms when the points aren't opening enough. Start with the points in an open position
/html/mg-t/2006-12/msg00006.html (7,939 bytes)

46. RE: TD Fuel Pump (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 8 May 2007 18:34:14 -0500
Perhaps, but first check that there isn't a vacuum leak on the intake side of the pump. This is far more common. I rebuild SU pumps for people and have yet to find a pump that has suffered from ethan
/html/mg-t/2007-05/msg00011.html (8,733 bytes)

47. Re: [Mg-t] TD transmission question continued. (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 18:22:16 -0500
Mike, I believe you are correct. I just had my TD's (TD3042) gearbox out this past spring and do not recall that the shaft extended any significant distance into the rear housing. It's back in the ca
/html/mg-t/2007-10/msg00012.html (8,173 bytes)

48. Re: [Mg-t] MG TD MKII (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 21:51:45 -0500
I don't exactly know what you mean by "loose in the groove fitment", but the lip seal does not offer a tight fit in the groove left when you remove the rope seal. You do have to fill the groove with
/html/mg-t/2007-10/msg00036.html (8,530 bytes)

49. Re: [Mg-t] Shipping an MG across the pond. (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2008 18:27:19 -0500
I haven't done it for 20 years, but check with the airlines and their respective freight divisions. When I shipped my J2 from Denmark to the US (Minneapolis) I found that with the cost to containeriz
/html/mg-t/2008-04/msg00022.html (8,629 bytes)

50. Re: [Mg-t] Inspection lamp (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 18:38:06 -0500
Twisted dual wire, cotton covered. Try this place: Cheers, Lew Palmer --Original Message-- From: mg-t-bounces+lpalmer=roundaboutmanor.com@autox.team.net [mailto:mg-t-bounces+lpalmer=roundaboutmanor.c
/html/mg-t/2008-06/msg00023.html (7,910 bytes)

51. Re: [Mg-t] Turn Signals (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:43:04 -0500
Pop the cover on the turn signal relay and check the contacts. They often become dirty or slightly bent. Cheers, Lew Palmer --Original Message-- From: mg-t-bounces+lpalmer=roundaboutmanor.com@autox.t
/html/mg-t/2008-06/msg00040.html (7,262 bytes)

52. Re: [Mg-t] Visiting Beaulieu Autojumble (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2008 19:49:03 -0500
A similar query was recently posted on the MGCC Triple-M Register forum. It was answered by a number of UK members so has a lot of tips usually reserver for the locals. You may read the whole thread
/html/mg-t/2008-08/msg00046.html (7,777 bytes)

53. Re: [Mg-t] Brake pipe flare angles on TC/TA (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2008 18:09:17 -0600
BSP fittings have a 30 degree seat angle. If you find a flaring tool for 30 degrees, let me know. Cheers, Lew Palmer Listers, does anyone know what the proper angle of the flares are? I believe ther
/html/mg-t/2008-12/msg00002.html (7,791 bytes)

54. Re: [Mg-t] Bishop Cam bearings (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:11:36 -0600
Moss Motors USA lists the parts for TCs which are the identical part for the earlier Bishop Cam boxes (PA, PB). Whether they have them in stock is another matter. Cheers, Lew Palmer Anyone have a USA
/html/mg-t/2009-01/msg00020.html (8,130 bytes)

55. Re: [Mg-t] Source of Rocker Arm Ass'y (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:14:03 -0600
I second the recommendation of Lawrie on Rocker Arm Specialists. Excellend work, quick service, and very reasonable prices. Total rebuild of my TD rocker assembly was around $100 and took a week. Tha
/html/mg-t/2009-01/msg00021.html (11,094 bytes)

56. Re: [Mg-t] Source of Rocker Arm Ass'y (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:32:10 -0600
Of course, don't overlook the possibility that the damper rod could be bent. However, any tests of piston to dashpot should be done off the car and without the damper rod fitted. Cheers, Lew Palmer -
/html/mg-t/2009-01/msg00025.html (11,012 bytes)

57. Re: [Mg-t] MGTF starter issue (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:43:25 -0500
If the starter spins but does not engage, the problem is likely in the Bendix. Clean around it thoroughly and lubricate it lightly with a light oil - not much, just enough so as the driving gear is f
/html/mg-t/2009-04/msg00013.html (9,267 bytes)

58. Re: [Mg-t] paint (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Sat, 16 May 2009 08:37:58 -0500
I have recently been repainting some TD wheels and have tried without success to find any supplied of the correct silver-gray paint. You mention Ford Argent, but that is not showing up in any manufa
/html/mg-t/2009-05/msg00036.html (9,628 bytes)

59. Re: [Mg-t] seat belts (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 20:39:59 -0500
Check the "Complete TD Restoration Manual" by Horst Schach. He has a whole chapter dedicated to installing seat belts. Cheers, Lew Palmer hi, all. what are the options for installing seat belts? ther
/html/mg-t/2009-05/msg00067.html (7,486 bytes)

60. Re: [Mg-t] spark plug wires (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:53:14 -0500
It occurs to me that the length of the wires is, to some extent, dependent on the orientation of the distributor. I have found that with the flat side facing forward, not only does the tach reduction
/html/mg-t/2009-09/msg00020.html (7,848 bytes)


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