I requested responses on replacing the steering rack boots on my '72
Midget. Thanks for those who shared experiences. Last weekend I
removed the radiator and was able to easily remove the old boots and
slip the new ones on. If any of the list need to tackle this task,
removing the radiator is necessary. My radiator had quite a few fins
bent over and I needed to straighten them up anyway. Looked like the
PO has let the fan come loose and it hit the radiator.
Also, from all the discussion by the List of using DOT 3 brake fluid
vs DOT 4, I drained all the DOT 3 out of my brake and clutch systems
and flushed with alcohol. Will use DOT 4 fluid this time.
I'm going to sand blast my wire wheels this weekend and prime them.
Does anyone have any suggestions on a color for the finish coat on the
wire wheels? I would assume that silver is too bright. It would be
more like a light gray color. Any help? Any precautions during sand
blasting? Not sure yet if I have tube type tires or tubeless.
Don
'72 Midget
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