Auto Zone also carries the "regular" Bosch spark plugs, which is what I
have used in my MGA for about 10 years. Other than that, I HATE going
into Auto Zone. The people are surly and parts are expensive and rarely
in stock.
David Littlefield
Houston, TX
On Wed, 28 May 1997 15:51:45 -0400 (EDT) MLishego@aol.com writes:
>A big thank you to all of the folks who responded to me about which
>plugs to
>use. A few suggested Champion, one suggested NGK. My Father
>suggested
>Bosch Platinums, since he had a few .55 cents off coupons lying around
>for
>them. I have also decided not to mount a rear anti-sway bar, as was
>the
>unanimous advice from everybody.
>The plugs went in, and the car fired up in a smoky cloud. No
>backfires or
>misses, but she does idle a bit rough. That should disappear with my
>old
>SU's...
>The real reason for this message is the surprise that i was in for at
>Auto
>Zone.
>No, I am not an employee, but I had a conversation with the manager
>about
>some of the parts he has for MGB's. Most things are in stock or can
>be
>ordered in a day. The best thing is, most of these parts are cheaper
>than
>mail-order! Brake master cylinder for my '74 is about $170 from VB.
>Auto
>Zone has them (rebuilt) for $40! With a lifetime waranty, I don't
>care if
>it's rebuilt. I'm really surprised, I guess it goes to show that
>there are
>parts to be had locally at a fraction of the price...
>~Mike "Still learning"
>
>
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