From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug  1 06:02:44 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 05:02:44 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
Message-ID: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>

I emailed them at picklex.com 

They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com

.bill in oregon

 

  _____  

From: corvallis at peoplepc.com [mailto:corvallis at peoplepc.com] 
Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:45 PM
To: 'spridgets at autox.team.net'
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
rinse

 

Thank you. I'll look thru their site again. .bill in oregon

 

  _____  

From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] 
Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:39 PM
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Cc: Spridget list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
rinse

 

This website sells it I talked to the salesmen today, takes credit, paypal
and others.  <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html 
It costs $60. a quart but I think it worth a try.
I just called about my ppg primer and being it is not an acid base I can use
Picklex so I'll order some this weekend or Monday.
Lin

On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 8:14 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:

No one sells it. ...bill in Oregon

===========================================

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug  1 06:48:50 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 05:48:50 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they start  processing your medical benefits
Message-ID: <9E956F474EFB47A594E33F96B41F9A35@spider>

http://home.peoplepc.com/psp/newsstory.asp?cat=TopStories
<http://home.peoplepc.com/psp/newsstory.asp?cat=TopStories&id=20090801/4a73c
bd0_3421_1334520090801-849565743>
&id=20090801/4a73cbd0_3421_1334520090801-849565743

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  1 08:24:11 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 07:24:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] removing the dash
Message-ID: <699456.49718.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I need to mount my new oil pressure/water temp gauge and can not get to the
nuts behind the dash to loosen the old one.  Is it best to partially remove
the dash?  If so, (I'm sure I can figure it out but it can't hurt to ask for
tips on the subject) how do I remove the dash?  My Spridget is a '71.
 
Thanks,
David Booker
'71 Midget
Long Island
 

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sat Aug  1 08:24:23 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 09:24:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they  start  processing your medical benefits
References: <9E956F474EFB47A594E33F96B41F9A35@spider>
Message-ID: <591B9A097FF3459B844900975BC3ACD7@Larry>

They won't be processing your benefits.  As with Medicare, private insurance 
companies do all of the processing of benefits.

LAD

----- Original Message ----- 
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To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 7:48 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers, wait until they start 
processing your medical benefits


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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 10:28:51 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 11:28:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] removing the dash
In-Reply-To: <699456.49718.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <699456.49718.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908010928u7499c65fx67776f6ad791922@mail.gmail.com>

try removing the steering column bolts, and drop the column down out of the
way.

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 9:24 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I need to mount my new oil pressure/water temp gauge and can not get to the
> nuts behind the dash to loosen the old one.  Is it best to partially remove
> the dash?  If so, (I'm sure I can figure it out but it can't hurt to ask
> for
> tips on the subject) how do I remove the dash?  My Spridget is a '71.
>
> Thanks,
> David Booker
> '71 Midget
> Long Island
>
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 12:26:18 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:26:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] removing the dash
In-Reply-To: <699456.49718.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <699456.49718.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A7488CA.30506@comcast.net>

David Booker wrote:
> I need to mount my new oil pressure/water temp gauge and can not get to the
> nuts behind the dash to loosen the old one.  
Remove the speedo and/or tach then you can reach in from those holes to 
get to the smaller gauges.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From twobees at sprynet.com  Sat Aug  1 12:33:57 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 14:33:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets]  If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they  they start  processing your medical benefits
Message-ID: <000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>

 <http://home.peoplepc.com/psp/newsstory.asp?cat=TopStories>
http://home.peoplepc.com/psp/newsstory.asp?cat=TopStories

Nice story.  Has nothing to say.  It's a blank page.

Here is a REAL story:


We have all heard the elected representatives of the insurance companies, I
mean Our Senators & Representatives blasting health care reform.  Ever
wonder how current "public option" plans compare to private medical
insurance?  In the past, I had Blue Cross/Blue Shield, United Healthcare &
some others.  I really got tired of fighting for my rights to get the
treatments & tests I needed while the CEOs made multi-millions.  The clerks
at the insurance companies must have really believed they knew more than my
doctors.  I also and too often had to fight the companies because they based
what they would pay in Fairfield County, Connecticut on healthcare costs in
some fictional area where everything cost 40% of what it did in Fairfield.
"Claim denied" was SOP.   After that, I certainly wondered how a
government-run plan would work--until I began participating in Medicare.
Now, I know.

Recent cries of waiting times longer than at the DMV had me thinking of the
New Jersey DMV offices.  Yes, looonngg waits there.  But, not at any of my
physicians here, except occasionally during "snow-bird" season at my
dermatologist (Too many years of Florida sun?).  And, there, I check in,
give the receptionist my cell phone number & take off to shop, see friends,
etc.  When my time approaches, she calls me.

Another recent hue and cry has been that a government-run plan will "execute
old people."  Can you believe that some people out there actually believe
that?  How psycho have Americans become?  Well folks, here's some good news.
Thanks to good Medicaid doctors, my 91-year-old mother-in-law is doing
pretty well despite having congestive heart disease for the past 5+ years.
And, no, they haven't given her cyanide among her various meds.

We have all seen the drug & insurance company sponsored commercials showing
a Canadian couple whining about their healthcare system.  (Notice they
aren't whining about the cost of American-made drugs in Canada).  Yet
Canadian life expectancy is quite a few years greater than ours.  Why is
that?  Worse healthcare? - bad drugs?  I can't remember any of the other
lies we have been besieged with.  I'm sure there are more.  Fact is their
system seems to work better than ours at preserving life.

Recently, the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems
reported the results of a survey.  I thought you might find it interesting.
See:
https://www.cahps.ahrq.gov/content/NCBD/Chartbook/HEALTHPLAN08/cahps08chart1
9.htm

So, perhaps the rightwingnuts are NOT correct in the lies they are
spreading.  And, Hawaii os NOT, and never was a colony of Kenya.

Norm

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 13:11:00 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 15:11:00 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
Message-ID: <205cef430908011211q59a67336hc071f80c13289465@mail.gmail.com>

Bill,Is the Picklex20 the same thing? I was on the site
http://picklex.com/home.html
Lin?

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 8:02 AM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:

> I emailed them at picklex.com
>
> They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com
>
> .bill in oregon
>
>
>
>  _____
>
> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com [mailto:corvallis at peoplepc.com]
> Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:45 PM
> To: 'spridgets at autox.team.net'
> Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
> rinse
>
>
>
> Thank you. I'll look thru their site again. .bill in oregon
>
>
>
>  _____
>
> From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com]
> Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:39 PM
> To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> Cc: Spridget list
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
> rinse
>
>
>
> This website sells it I talked to the salesmen today, takes credit, paypal
> and others.  <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html
> It costs $60. a quart but I think it worth a try.
> I just called about my ppg primer and being it is not an acid base I can
> use
> Picklex so I'll order some this weekend or Monday.
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 8:14 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
>
> No one sells it. ...bill in Oregon
>
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From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 13:17:43 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:17:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they  start processing your medical benefits
In-Reply-To: <9E956F474EFB47A594E33F96B41F9A35@spider>
References: <9E956F474EFB47A594E33F96B41F9A35@spider>
Message-ID: <4A7494D7.8070409@comcast.net>

<<<http://home.peoplepc.com/psp/newsstory.asp?cat=
TopStories&id=20090801/4a73c
bd0_3421_1334520090801-849565743>>>

Story was already pulled by 1:00pm CDT, Dave ?!?!

Me

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 13:29:24 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:29:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Ordering a Pizza in 2012]
In-Reply-To: <915322.2975.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <915322.2975.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A749794.8080903@comcast.net>

<<Global warming, my a$$.>>

HEY Rick, The "Inventor of the Internet" Al Gore and his
plainly stupid & racist buddy Obama say its so !!!!
Ergo, it must 'be'<G>!!

<<Hell has officially frozen over.>>

NAH (LOL), remember I was only passing it on from another
Spridgeteer !!!!!!

<<Ed is directing us to an ACLU site!>>

No that IS a stretch<VBG>!!!!
(but I do like it<G>)!!

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug  1 13:48:25 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:48:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
Message-ID: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I'm planning a sequence of things I'd like to do on The Beast...
i.e. changing the head (suspect bad intake valve guide on #3), 
install silicon rocker cover gasket (current cork one weeps oil),  
installing the silicon hoses (just because I like the color...) and, 
if possible, changing the timing chest cover (got one with the oil 
separator on..).
The last item makes me ask the big question :- can the crank pulley 
be removed without pulling the engine??

--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug  1 13:50:25 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 12:50:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908011211q59a67336hc071f80c13289465@mail.gmail.com>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
	<205cef430908011211q59a67336hc071f80c13289465@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <80A7F07905E04E0C8024A62F0E989D61@spider>

I will guess .yes. I emailed the company via the picklex.com site; asked if
they had a way of buying their product online.

 

"For ordering, please visit the web site www.picklex20.com and order through
the On-Line Store which has all the sizes, prices etc.. 

Please let me know if you have any problem ordering. Also please let me know
if you have any specific question.

Regards,

R. Sen

ICP, Inc.

256-650-0088"

 

  _____  

From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] 
Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 12:11 PM
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
no rinse

 

Bill,

Is the Picklex20 the same thing? I was on the site
<http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html 

Lin?

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 8:02 AM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:

I emailed them at picklex.com

They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com

.bill in oregon

From mark at nashvilletn.org  Sat Aug  1 13:52:05 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 14:52:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until  they  they start  processing your medical benefits
References: <000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <34B75ECEE7484798A11A2714E5546053@Dell9200>

I take it Norm that you are not one of those buying up all of the ammo?


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Norm 2Bs"

Here is a REAL story:

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  1 14:44:37 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 13:44:37 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <391505.99783.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sat, 8/1/09, Dave G. <kk7ss at verizon.net> wrote:
> install silicon
rocker cover gasket (current cork one weeps
> oil),  

I don't like the
silicone gaskets at all, they squirm and leak profusely when they do. The cork
ones last years.

> The last item makes me ask the big question :- can the
>
crank pulley 
> be removed without pulling the engine??

Yes. Loosen the
engine mounts and jack up the motor a few inches.

Ron

From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Sat Aug  1 15:00:52 2009
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 17:00:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <200908012101.n71L0v15017144@mail.usimperio.com>

Yes it can be done, just use a piece of plywood bigger than your 
floor jack pedestal up against your oil pan and raise the engine and 
trans in unison.

Dave

P.S.   You will have to take off the engine mounts and possibly the 
exhaust manifold/pipe connection for this operation to function correctly.


At 03:48 PM 8/1/2009, you wrote:
>I'm planning a sequence of things I'd like to do on The Beast...
>i.e. changing the head (suspect bad intake valve guide on #3),
>install silicon rocker cover gasket (current cork one weeps oil),
>installing the silicon hoses (just because I like the color...) and,
>if possible, changing the timing chest cover (got one with the oil
>separator on..).
>The last item makes me ask the big question :- can the crank pulley
>be removed without pulling the engine??
>
>--
>Dave G.   KK7SS
>'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
>
>If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still
>alive !!
>__________

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug  1 15:34:57 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:34:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <391505.99783.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<391505.99783.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A745291.20126.1B03C5C@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Ron,

Thanks for the input...
I'll use the new cork gasket..

I've postponed working on the Beast due to todays' outside temp being 
104*F --- and it's still heating up ;-((


On 1 Aug 2009 at 13:44, Ron Soave wrote:

>> 
>> --- On Sat, 8/1/09, Dave G. <kk7ss at verizon.net> wrote:
>> > install silicon rocker cover gasket   
>> 
>> I don't like the silicone gaskets at all, they squirm and leak
>> profusely when they do. The cork ones last years.
>> 
>> > can the crank pulley 
>> > be removed without pulling the engine??
>> 
>> Yes. Loosen the engine mounts and jack up the motor a few inches.



--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug  1 15:48:52 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:48:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <200908012101.n71L0v15017144@mail.usimperio.com>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<200908012101.n71L0v15017144@mail.usimperio.com>
Message-ID: <4A7455D4.23541.1BCFC51@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Dave,

Thanks..... I hadn't thought of doing either item...  :-| 


On 1 Aug 2009 at 17:00, Dave Yealy wrote:

>> Yes it can be done, just use a piece of plywood bigger than your floor
>> jack pedestal up against your oil pan and raise the engine and trans
>> in unison.
>> 
>> P.S.   You will have to take off the engine mounts and possibly the
>> exhaust manifold/pipe connection for this operation to function
>> correctly.


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug  1 16:16:15 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 18:16:15 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] oil drain plug...
Message-ID: <d17.4d962f84.37a618af@aol.com>

Which is why I drill and lockwire the engine drain plug on my car.   Diff 
and trans are taper threads and have never worked loose.
 
 
In a message dated 01/08/2009 00:39:15 GMT Daylight Time,  
silaspgumbody at yahoo.com writes:

The  problem
turned
out to be a loose overdrive drainplug 

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug  1 16:37:22 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 15:37:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <4A74C08F.3030109@comcast.net>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<4A745291.20126.1B03C5C@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<4A74C08F.3030109@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A746132.12564.1E963DA@kk7ss.verizon.net>

To all those who replied: both on- and off- list,

Thank you all very much. I continue to be amazed and astounded by the 
wealth of practical advice and information that is shared so openly 
and willingly by you all.

It helps to make the tasks in front of me seem less laborious and 'do-
able' ... Thanks    ;-D

--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From twobees at sprynet.com  Sat Aug  1 17:36:26 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 19:36:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until  they  they start  processing your medical benefits
In-Reply-To: <F102051A813E4204881582A7E568A77D@kitchen>
Message-ID: <000001ca1300$e3d16880$6401a8c0@normoffice>

Vern:

The far right began this.  I just posted the truth.

You want to label the truth "liberal"?  Then the statements from whackos way
off to the right MUST be lies, based on the rules of logic.  (Take
Philosophy courses in college?  Dr. West drummed logic rules into our
heads.)  In reality, the right and left have different perspectives.  It's
like people who love Sprigets & hate Mustangs.  Or, people who love Mustangs
and think people like us are nuts because we like these funky little cars.

Personally, I vote for the person who lies & cheats the least.  And, I don't
care what party he or she belongs to.  If you want to label me a "Liberal",
that's your decision.  But, I would urge you to have a more open mind,
particularly on this issue.  I'm sure you know people who either no longer
have medical insurance, or who are paying huge premiums for it.  Why is that
happening?  It's like this guy at Citibank who is scheduled for a $100
million bonus this year - after We the people bailed out Citi.  Give me a
break.  Will you make that kind of money this year - in addition to a real
high salary?  I won't.

Perhaps another reason to label me a liberal is that all of my cars are
European, like your Spridget.  Another, I despise the NRA.  But, then I must
also be a conservative because I am a gun owner.

Frankly, I don't care what you call me.  Just call me -- to buy an ad in my
magazine.

Norm


-----Original Message-----
From: Vern [mailto:vern at srvinet.com]
Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 3:47 PM
To: twobees at sprynet.com
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers, wait until they
they start processing your medical benefits


Why is it that you liberal guys feel it is ok for you to take
a shot at the conservative people on this forum and then
turn around and complain about political discussions.  Post this drivel
where it belongs.
Vern

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 17:48:47 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:48:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <4A74D45F.3040308@comcast.net>

I know others replied but stay away from those silicone gaskets.
Mine blew out 3 blocks from home.
Cork works but gets old after 5 years or so, then just replace it again 
for a couple bucks.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 17:52:42 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 16:52:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
In-Reply-To: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>

August issue of Grassroots Motorsports has an article titled "Rust
Recovery"; pg 101.
Decent article, they include POR 15. ("better")

Their pick for "best" was Skco's OSPHO.

Their pick for "ideal", of course was metal replacement.

Herb



On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 12:08 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> I just got a cool tip from my other car guys about Picklex
> http://picklex.com/home.html which sounds as good as POR-15 but better and
> no steps needed and no water applied. I called the company and this stuff
> can be sprayed or brushed then ether wipe off the powder or air off. Then
> prime or paint. The site shows photo examples time tested. The only thing
> you have to be careful of is that you can't use an acid based primer or
> that
> funky green primer that Frank uses (I for the type but it is not sandable).
> I'll give it a try on my non British vehicle and post results.
> Lin
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From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 18:53:54 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:53:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
In-Reply-To: <2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com>
	<2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>

<<Decent article, they include POR 15. ("better")>>

That's just plain NUTS, Herb<G>!!!

Perhaps they SHOULD (just like Lin & Bill should)
read the public Archives for this List and read
of Frank's adventure with POS por-15<VBG>!!  Was
pretty SCARY to me !!

Right, Frank<VBEG>?????

Me

PS:  Add in the case(s) of old Listers, RE-fresh
their memories<G>!!!

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 19:26:14 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 20:26:14 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they  they  start processing your medical benefits
In-Reply-To: <000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>
References: <AcoS1nlvkUiv1AjdSVCCXotnf/SXkg==>
	<000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908011826o1f2027b3q6f5e8b5470874147@mail.gmail.com>

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 1:33 PM, Norm 2Bs <twobees at sprynet.com> wrote:
>
>  Fact is their
> system seems to work better than ours at preserving life.


Sure. That explains why the Canadian doctors are besieged by hoards of
Americans crossing the border to get that *better* care.

If what you say is true, why do so many people from all over the world come
to the US for their healthcare?

I lived in England fo 6 years and my first wife was British. The British
system is a horror. I still have lots of friends over there and in Canada.
We've compared our experiences with healthcare systems. They envy us.

Your "truth" falls painfully short of the mark. It has nothing to do with
Liberal / Conservative or left or right wing.
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 19:29:27 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 20:29:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <4A74D45F.3040308@comcast.net>
References: <4A743999.12782.14EB512@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<4A74D45F.3040308@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908011829j4885663evaaef6073976a9416@mail.gmail.com>

What Frank said.  I adjust my valves more often than 5 years and replace the
gasket whenever I have the cover off.  Matter of course....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 6:48 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> I know others replied but stay away from those silicone gaskets.
> Mine blew out 3 blocks from home.
> Cork works but gets old after 5 years or so, then just replace it again for
> a couple bucks.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug  1 19:36:15 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 18:36:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
In-Reply-To: <4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>
References: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com><2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <A4D2BADC326F4B798DEFBB798175FE20@spider>

Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.
   George Santayana in The Life of Reason (1905-1906)

=====================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of 63ahbj7
Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 5:54 PM
To: Spridget list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
rinse

<<Decent article, they include POR 15. ("better")>>

That's just plain NUTS, Herb<G>!!!

Perhaps they SHOULD (just like Lin & Bill should)
read the public Archives for this List and read
of Frank's adventure with POS por-15<VBG>!!  Was
pretty SCARY to me !!

Right, Frank<VBEG>?????

Me

PS:  Add in the case(s) of old Listers, RE-fresh
their memories<G>!!!
_______________________________________________

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  1 20:02:39 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 19:02:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908011829j4885663evaaef6073976a9416@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <145523.75678.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sat, 8/1/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
> What Frank
said.  I adjust my
> valves more often than 5 years and replace the
> gasket
whenever I have the cover off.  Matter of
> course....

If you gently RTV the
gasket to the valve cover, it's good for many years. I check valve clearances
a lot.

Ron

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Sat Aug  1 20:21:38 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 21:21:38 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
In-Reply-To: <A4D2BADC326F4B798DEFBB798175FE20@spider>
References: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com><2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>
	<A4D2BADC326F4B798DEFBB798175FE20@spider>
Message-ID: <4A74F832.1080907@comcast.net>

<<Those who cannot remember the past are condemned
to repeat it.>>

That quote is absolutely PERFECT for this 'Subject'
(or thread - sorry Jay<VBEG>!!).

<<George Santayana in The Life of Reason (1905-1906)>>

Poor George; only lived ONE year.  SMART 'baby'!!

From mikey at b2systems.com  Sat Aug  1 20:23:02 2009
From: mikey at b2systems.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:23:02 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
Message-ID: <4A74F886.5050106@b2systems.com>

  I have used Picklex for 2 or 3 years now, love the stuff.  Sometimes 
works slow but always works.

    mike

corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote:
> I emailed them at picklex.com 
>
> They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com
>
> .bill in oregon
>
>  
>
>   _____  
>
> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com [mailto:corvallis at peoplepc.com] 
> Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:45 PM
> To: 'spridgets at autox.team.net'
> Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
> rinse
>
>  
>
> Thank you. I'll look thru their site again. .bill in oregon
>
>  
>
>   _____  
>
> From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] 
> Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 5:39 PM
> To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> Cc: Spridget list
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
> rinse
>
>  
>
> This website sells it I talked to the salesmen today, takes credit, paypal
> and others.  <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html 
> It costs $60. a quart but I think it worth a try.
> I just called about my ppg primer and being it is not an acid base I can use
> Picklex so I'll order some this weekend or Monday.
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 8:14 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
>
> No one sells it. ...bill in Oregon
>
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug  1 21:13:08 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 1 Aug 2009 22:13:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] quick question...
In-Reply-To: <145523.75678.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <43840a7e0908011829j4885663evaaef6073976a9416@mail.gmail.com>
	<145523.75678.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908012013s6afef751sab0ff04cb64b5181@mail.gmail.com>

Agreed, Ron.  But until cork becomes the new world currency I'll keep
putting the new ones I already have on.  I usually mess them up when taking
them off anyway!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 9:02 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:

> --- On Sat, 8/1/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
> > What Frank
> said.  I adjust my
> > valves more often than 5 years and replace the
> > gasket
> whenever I have the cover off.  Matter of
> > course....
>
> If you gently RTV the
> gasket to the valve cover, it's good for many years. I check valve
> clearances
> a lot.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sat Aug  1 23:09:20 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 00:09:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they   they  start processing your medical benefits
References: <AcoS1nlvkUiv1AjdSVCCXotnf/SXkg==><000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>
	<43840a7e0908011826o1f2027b3q6f5e8b5470874147@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <15E7C3850533489791888DE4D8ED2A0F@Larry>

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 1:33 PM, Norm 2Bs <twobees at sprynet.com> wrote:
>
>  Fact is their
> system seems to work better than ours at preserving life.


Sure. That explains why the Canadian doctors are besieged by hoards of
Americans crossing the border to get that *better* care.

If what you say is true, why do so many people from all over the world come
to the US for their healthcare?

I lived in England fo 6 years and my first wife was British. The British
system is a horror. I still have lots of friends over there and in Canada.
We've compared our experiences with healthcare systems. They envy us.

Your "truth" falls painfully short of the mark. It has nothing to do with
Liberal / Conservative or left or right wing.
--
Cheers!!
Jim
=====================

The US spends more per capita on healthcare than any other country in the 
world.  For that tremendous outlay our healthcare system is ranked 37th in 
the world by the World Health Organization.

Read it here: http://www.photius.com/rankings/healthranks.html

Actually, that's an improvement; we were 42nd last year.  How's that for 
bang for your buck?  Do you enjoy paying more for less?

The "horror" of a system in the UK is ranked 18th.

Who do you think is metering your care now?  A private insurance company who 
is trying to maximize their profit.  The less your care costs them the more 
profit they put in their pocket.  Certainly, they care more about you.

So far as this crap about having long waits if we go to a single payer 
system, BS, the only thing that will affect your waiting time is supply and 
demand.  Sure, if we burn down half of our hospitals and fire half of our 
doctors we will have longer waits.  Simply changing how it is paid for will 
change nothing in that regard.  So find a new boogeyman.

Our Medicare system has been working just fine for more than 40 years.  My 
company has worked with that system for nearly 25 years.  It has not changed 
a thing about availability of care for any seniors.  They have no longer 
waits than I do and receive the same care as I do.

By the way, many Americans are going to Europe for care because they have 
more advanced care than we do in some areas.

LAD

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 06:54:02 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 08:54:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <4A74F886.5050106@b2systems.com>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
	<4A74F886.5050106@b2systems.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908020554s1d205aa5p4ceb7c49c0a7875e@mail.gmail.com>

Mike,Any tips on using it? I suppose so long as it doesn't get wet or damp I
don't have to paint right away right?
Lin

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 10:23 PM, Mike Rambour <mikey at b2systems.com> wrote:

>  I have used Picklex for 2 or 3 years now, love the stuff.  Sometimes works
> slow but always works.
>
>   mike
>
> corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote:
>
>> I emailed them at picklex.com
>> They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com
>>
>> .bill in oregon
>>
>>
>>  _____
>> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com [mailto:corvallis at peoplepc.com] Sent:
>> Friday, July 31, 2009 5:45 PM
>> To: 'spridgets at autox.team.net'
>> Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
>> rinse
>>
>>
>> Thank you. I'll look thru their site again. .bill in oregon
>>
>>
>>  _____
>> From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] Sent: Friday, July
>> 31, 2009 5:39 PM
>> To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
>> Cc: Spridget list
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
>> rinse
>>
>>
>> This website sells it I talked to the salesmen today, takes credit, paypal
>> and others.  <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.htmlIt costs $60. a quart but I think it worth a try.
>> I just called about my ppg primer and being it is not an acid base I can
>> use
>> Picklex so I'll order some this weekend or Monday.
>> Lin
>>
>> On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 8:14 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
>>
>> No one sells it. ...bill in Oregon
>>
>> ===========================================
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>> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 06:59:32 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 08:59:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps no
 rinse
In-Reply-To: <4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>
References: <205cef430907311208t150befd2ve6dd2b7abf72bec9@mail.gmail.com>
	<2ad6c6b10908011652i6181397cw75a2736d7c6e220d@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A74E3A2.8030607@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <205cef430908020559o69d5da33h5fa7f3365fe9bedc@mail.gmail.com>

How can I find that archive of Frank's POR15 experience?Lin

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 8:53 PM, 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net> wrote:

> <<Decent article, they include POR 15. ("better")>>
>
> That's just plain NUTS, Herb<G>!!!
>
> Perhaps they SHOULD (just like Lin & Bill should)
> read the public Archives for this List and read
> of Frank's adventure with POS por-15<VBG>!!  Was
> pretty SCARY to me !!
>
> Right, Frank<VBEG>?????
>
> Me
>
> PS:  Add in the case(s) of old Listers, RE-fresh
> their memories<G>!!!
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> You are subscribed as grunthaner at gmail.com
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 07:06:55 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 09:06:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <80A7F07905E04E0C8024A62F0E989D61@spider>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
	<205cef430908011211q59a67336hc071f80c13289465@mail.gmail.com>
	<80A7F07905E04E0C8024A62F0E989D61@spider>
Message-ID: <205cef430908020606w515683ddtc139b1c2ee816952@mail.gmail.com>

Bill,
I think I'll try that 16oz spray for $35.00 and go from there if anyone has
tips on the best use for this let us know. Lin

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 3:50 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:

> I will guess .yes. I emailed the company via the picklex.com site; asked
> if
> they had a way of buying their product online.
>
>
>
> "For ordering, please visit the web site www.picklex20.com and order
> through
> the On-Line Store which has all the sizes, prices etc..
>
> Please let me know if you have any problem ordering. Also please let me
> know
> if you have any specific question.
>
> Regards,
>
> R. Sen
>
> ICP, Inc.
>
> 256-650-0088"
>
>
>
>  _____
>
> From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com]
> Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 12:11 PM
> To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
> no rinse
>
>
>
> Bill,
>
> Is the Picklex20 the same thing? I was on the site
> <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html
>
> Lin?
>
> On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 8:02 AM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
>
> I emailed them at picklex.com
>
> They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com
>
> .bill in oregon
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 08:11:27 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 09:11:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LIST CONTENT- Pool Cue Question
Message-ID: <e98d88090908020711w221565f3rad2b809620e003ae@mail.gmail.com>

If anyone knows about performance pool cues, please email me off list. I
wanted to ask a question.

Thank you,
Brad

-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 09:05:09 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 11:05:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating
In-Reply-To: <D36D227D46DB4B47BB8D96D9590E0B6A@blackbox2>
References: <1C0D1436AF754B21903DF43EECFCEC4E@Home>
	<BLU103-W22772730DFEAF787710C34C23A0@phx.gbl>
	<D36D227D46DB4B47BB8D96D9590E0B6A@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <205cef430908020805n7483d55aybb4efc5ff6d4c338@mail.gmail.com>

Dean,You said "Bugeyes did have original  undercoating is certain areas" are
those the areas Frank undercoats, which are just under the boot & under the
bonnet blinker area?
Lin
PS Where is this type of documentation listed?

On Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 11:18 PM, Dean Hedin <dlh2001 at comcast.net> wrote:

> Undercoating is one of those double edged swords.
>
> One one hand it was kind of a good thing that some previous owner
> undercoated
> the vehicle back in during the earlier life of the vehicle.   It may be one
> of the reasons that you have
> something decent to restore today because it prevented a lot of corrosion.
>
> On the other hand it's a bear to remove.
>
> It's kind of like fine art restoration in the respect that long ago there
> were preservation
> methods employed that would be frowned upon given the state of the art
> today.
>
> One should also be aware that Bugeyes did have original  undercoating is
> certain areas.
> Are you sure you want to remove it all?
>
>
> I've had good results removing old undercoat with one of these:
> http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=65700
>
> The vibrating scraper shaves off the undercoat really well.   You will have
> to pause time to time to clean the blade.  I would also sharpen the blade
> every so often.
>
> BTW, This tool has been very handy for a bunch of other restoration tasks.
>
> As a sander, I have used it to remove blemishes from the cockpit surround
> aluminum
> before I buffed them out.
>
> I also used it to sand in the tight spots under the bonnet before painting.
>
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From twobees at sprynet.com  Sun Aug  2 09:48:56 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 11:48:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they  start processing your medical benefits
Message-ID: <000b01ca1388$bea4c5b0$6401a8c0@normoffice>

Here's an interview with a guy who was "inside" the health insurance
business.  It's like asking someone who was an executive at British Leyland,
or one of its many names, why they built cars the way they did.

http://www.tampabay.com/news/perspective/article1023415.ece

A caveat - some extremists accuse the St. Pete Times of being left-wing.
They are owned by a foundation, not a for-profit corporation. They also run
the "PolitiFact.com" site.

Norm

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Aug  2 10:39:56 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 09:39:56 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they   start processing your medical benefits
In-Reply-To: <000b01ca1388$bea4c5b0$6401a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <C69B0F6C.20055%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

>  some extremists accuse the St. Pete Times of being left-wing.
> They are owned by a foundation, not a for-profit corporation
So they're as fair and unbiased as Public Radio?

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Sun Aug  2 11:19:40 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 13:19:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
Message-ID: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>

My turn signal return does not work, so I put in a tiny Radio Shack buzzer in parallel across the terminals of the flasher can.  This worked fine for a month or so, with the buzzer sounding when the flasher was open, and quiet when the flasher was closed (no potential).  Then the flasher stopped opening, and several new flasher cans lasted shorter intervals, one of them only one day.  I have determined that the current/voltage is enough to power the flasher alone or the buzzer alone, but not both.  With the buzzer attached, the flasher does not heat enough to open, and the buzzer does not get enough current to make noise.  

I really don't understand how a buzzer 1/2" in diameter with really fine wires can steal enough power to prevent the flasher from heating. I measure 13v at the can.  Any thoughts?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sun Aug  2 11:43:51 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 10:43:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
In-Reply-To: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
References: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
Message-ID: <AED839591BB8481CABF80C7D4B7ECB24@spider>

They make flashers (the little tin cylinder with two or three prongs on the
bottom) that play a tune while they are ON. Would this solve the problem?
...bill in oregon
===================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Michael Rowe
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 10:20 AM
To: SPRIDGETS
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker

My turn signal return does not work, so I put in a tiny Radio Shack buzzer
in parallel across the terminals of the flasher can.  This worked fine for a
month or so, with the buzzer sounding when the flasher was open, and quiet
when the flasher was closed (no potential).  Then the flasher stopped
opening, and several new flasher cans lasted shorter intervals, one of them
only one day.  I have determined that the current/voltage is enough to power
the flasher alone or the buzzer alone, but not both.  With the buzzer
attached, the flasher does not heat enough to open, and the buzzer does not
get enough current to make noise.  

I really don't understand how a buzzer 1/2" in diameter with really fine
wires can steal enough power to prevent the flasher from heating. I measure
13v at the can.  Any thoughts?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY
_______________________________________________

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Aug  2 12:06:23 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:06:23 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
In-Reply-To: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
Message-ID: <C69B23AF.2005B%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

What's the impedance of the buzzer? I would think that a piezoelectric
buzzer would be high enough to not draw any current. Have you tried another
model of buzzer?

From mark at nashvilletn.org  Sun Aug  2 12:37:56 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 13:37:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
References: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
Message-ID: <E390AF79AC8541E7B830BAE697604F27@Dell9200>

Michael,

Try a Stant/Tridon 550 flasher, put the buzzer from the lamp output terminal 
"P" to ground. Not sure what you mean by parallel, if you have it from the 
"B" terminal to the "L" it will try to source the voltage to the lamps when 
the flasher is open but the signals on. That would burn out the buzzer. 
BTW, the Lucas "B" terminal is the same as the "X" terminal on the Stant 550 
the "L" and "P" terminals are labeled the same on both.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Rowe" <mdrowe at optonline.net>
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 12:19 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker


My turn signal return does not work, so I put in a tiny Radio Shack buzzer 
in parallel across the terminals of the flasher can.  This worked fine for a 
month or so, with the buzzer sounding when the flasher was open, and quiet 
when the flasher was closed (no potential).  Then the flasher stopped 
opening, and several new flasher cans lasted shorter intervals, one of them 
only one day.  I have determined that the current/voltage is enough to power 
the flasher alone or the buzzer alone, but not both.  With the buzzer 
attached, the flasher does not heat enough to open, and the buzzer does not 
get enough current to make noise.

I really don't understand how a buzzer 1/2" in diameter with really fine 
wires can steal enough power to prevent the flasher from heating. I measure 
13v at the can.  Any thoughts?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY
_______________________________________________

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Aug  2 12:59:45 2009
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 11:59:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
Message-ID: <fbc9308f0908021159j73763164wecacb892afe740@mail.gmail.com>

 Hi Michael,

I don't understand it either, but it sounds like the obvious answer is to
use a relay.
A small relay wouldn't draw much power.

Rick (when in doubt, use a relay) Bastedo


***************************************************
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 13:19:40 -0400
From: Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker

My turn signal return does not work, so I put in a tiny Radio Shack buzzer
in parallel across the terminals of the flasher can.  This worked fine for a
month or so, with the buzzer sounding when the flasher was open, and quiet
when the flasher was closed (no potential).  Then the flasher stopped
opening, and several new flasher cans lasted shorter intervals, one of them
only one day.  I have determined that the current/voltage is enough to power
the flasher alone or the buzzer alone, but not both.  With the buzzer
attached, the flasher does not heat enough to open, and the buzzer does not
get enough current to make noise.

I really don't understand how a buzzer 1/2" in diameter with really fine
wires can steal enough power to prevent the flasher from heating. I measure
13v at the can.  Any thoughts?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sun Aug  2 13:01:50 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 12:01:50 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
In-Reply-To: <A2AD65547891403685F92BB5B2BAAD54@Home>
References: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
	<AED839591BB8481CABF80C7D4B7ECB24@spider>
	<A2AD65547891403685F92BB5B2BAAD54@Home>
Message-ID: <86462BDEA1DD4CEE9FC518F1A9B06EF1@spider>

Well, there may be more choices now than years ago when I bought several.
Mine were from JC Whitney, but FLAPS could also have a selection; ask.
They may also be called Thermal Flashers. Flashers come in 2 and 3-prong so
be sure what you need.

There is one with music, Don't Be Cruel I believe; 13ZX2597Y but the box is
labeled TF510. These are 2 pin (prongs), 12 volts and will draw thru to
power 32 candle power of flicking lights.

The other has a Loud clicker; 13ZX2596P, labeled TF577 on the box. Other
ratings as before.  ...bill in Oregon

==================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: Michael Rowe [mailto:mdrowe at optonline.net] 
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 11:35 AM
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Blinker

That sounds like a really easy solution.  Do I get to choose my tune?

Michael Rowe

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <corvallis at peoplepc.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 1:43 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Blinker


> They make flashers (the little tin cylinder with two or three prongs on 
> the
> bottom) that play a tune while they are ON. Would this solve the problem?
> ...bill in oregon
> =================================================== 

From stevenm at optonline.net  Sun Aug  2 14:37:55 2009
From: stevenm at optonline.net (Steven Michelsen)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:37:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
References: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
Message-ID: <74C7D5EF0C2645F6AA89460825E0E103@1705n3>

I have had a similar radio shack buzzer set up the same way for years with 
no problem.  I regulate the volume with tape covering the buzzer!  When I 
get home I will look at it for a model number.  It was a cheap thing - a few 
dollars.

Steve

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Rowe" <mdrowe at optonline.net>
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 1:19 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker


> My turn signal return does not work, so I put in a tiny Radio Shack buzzer 
> in parallel across the terminals of the flasher can.  This worked fine for 
> a month or so, with the buzzer sounding when the flasher was open, and 
> quiet when the flasher was closed (no potential).  Then the flasher 
> stopped opening, and several new flasher cans lasted shorter intervals, 
> one of them only one day.  I have determined that the current/voltage is 
> enough to power the flasher alone or the buzzer alone, but not both.  With 
> the buzzer attached, the flasher does not heat enough to open, and the 
> buzzer does not get enough current to make noise.
>
> I really don't understand how a buzzer 1/2" in diameter with really fine 
> wires can steal enough power to prevent the flasher from heating. I 
> measure 13v at the can.  Any thoughts?
>
> Michael Rowe
> '74 Midget
> '60 Sprite kit
> Long Island, NY 

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug  2 15:25:27 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:25:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Blinker
In-Reply-To: <74C7D5EF0C2645F6AA89460825E0E103@1705n3>
References: <A48BDEFC1B65465F8ACEA83467221E95@Home>
	<74C7D5EF0C2645F6AA89460825E0E103@1705n3>
Message-ID: <4A760447.5060800@comcast.net>

Steven Michelsen wrote:
> I have had a similar radio shack buzzer set up the same way for years 
> with no problem.  I regulate the volume with tape covering the 
> buzzer!  When I get home I will look at it for a model number.  It was 
> a cheap thing - a few dollars.
>

I have a buzzer on lots of Bugeyes, Mine, Tiff's, Holy Sprite, A40, and 
who knows what else, all are wired to the dash indicator lamp.
Never had a problem.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug  2 19:25:51 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:25:51 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
Message-ID: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>

I recently acquired a really good condition ribcase tranny from Jay F 
and he had no idea of it's condition.
So today after cleaning up my downed tree from Friday's mini tornado or 
what ever blew through Toms River and turned it into a war zone, I 
checked out the tranny.
Initially I discovered the layshaft was not there and the laygear was on 
the bottom of the case.
I had a good layshaft so I pulled the tranny apart found the laygear 
thrust washers in the case, also the shifter lock out balls in the case.
After 4 or 5 times R&Ring the guts, I finally had it right, or so I thought.
It shifts fine but the gears do not move. No neutral, or any gears, 
nothing spins but it all did until I put it all together.
Why is it I can take these things apart but they NEVER go back together 
and work?
I used 3 different manuals, Autopress, Bentley, and Haynes. It is 
assembled correctly.
Now I have 13 dead transmission many with good gears and synchros with 
in spec but not one of them works.
I would really like to get 1 or 2 in working order for future project 
cars and or spares for current drivers.
Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every time I 
ruin another gearbox ;)

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug  2 19:27:51 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 20:27:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908020805n7483d55aybb4efc5ff6d4c338@mail.gmail.com>
References: <1C0D1436AF754B21903DF43EECFCEC4E@Home><BLU103-W22772730DFEAF787710C34C23A0@phx.gbl><D36D227D46DB4B47BB8D96D9590E0B6A@blackbox2>
	<205cef430908020805n7483d55aybb4efc5ff6d4c338@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <0529FCF18A0B4DB99BCFBD7E6221E828@CatheyBPC>

Concours standards list all th places to be undrcoated.  I will look them up 
later tonight and send the info.  Right now I am off to paint on a job I am 
doing (office doors in a buisness) so I cant do it until around 3 am.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Linda Grunthaner" <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: "Dean Hedin" <dlh2001 at comcast.net>
Cc: "spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 10:05 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Undercoating


> Dean,You said "Bugeyes did have original  undercoating is certain areas" 
> are
> those the areas Frank undercoats, which are just under the boot & under 
> the
> bonnet blinker area?
> Lin
> PS Where is this type of documentation listed?
>
> On Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 11:18 PM, Dean Hedin <dlh2001 at comcast.net> wrote:
>
>> Undercoating is one of those double edged swords.
>>
>> One one hand it was kind of a good thing that some previous owner
>> undercoated
>> the vehicle back in during the earlier life of the vehicle.   It may be 
>> one
>> of the reasons that you have
>> something decent to restore today because it prevented a lot of 
>> corrosion.
>>
>> On the other hand it's a bear to remove.
>>
>> It's kind of like fine art restoration in the respect that long ago there
>> were preservation
>> methods employed that would be frowned upon given the state of the art
>> today.
>>
>> One should also be aware that Bugeyes did have original  undercoating is
>> certain areas.
>> Are you sure you want to remove it all?
>>
>>
>> I've had good results removing old undercoat with one of these:
>> http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=65700
>>
>> The vibrating scraper shaves off the undercoat really well.   You will 
>> have
>> to pause time to time to clean the blade.  I would also sharpen the blade
>> every so often.
>>
>> BTW, This tool has been very handy for a bunch of other restoration 
>> tasks.
>>
>> As a sander, I have used it to remove blemishes from the cockpit surround
>> aluminum
>> before I buffed them out.
>>
>> I also used it to sand in the tight spots under the bonnet before 
>> painting.
>>
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From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sun Aug  2 20:32:23 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 19:32:23 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
References: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A75E9C7.16187.2AE43D1@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Frank,

When you finally get a good "Poor mans' guide" to rebuilding 
trannies, please let me have a copy,,,
I have one on the garage floor that I need to check out and the one 
in the car pops out of 4th...

Just *looking* at the pictures in Haynes gives me the shakes!!

On 2 Aug 2009 at 21:25, Frank wrote:

>> Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every time I
>> ruin another gearbox ;


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Mon Aug  3 07:37:41 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:37:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <4A75E9C7.16187.2AE43D1@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
	<4A75E9C7.16187.2AE43D1@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <264C05C3B4864AC3B6C855A62BA00013@Home>

 >When you finally get a good "Poor mans' guide" to rebuilding  trannies,

Don't you mean "Trannies for Dumbies?"

Michael Rowe

From haynes386 at netzero.net  Mon Aug  3 10:07:01 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 16:07:01 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement
Message-ID: <20090803.100701.21494.1@webmail09.dca.untd.com>

the original(?) undercoating in the '58s rear fenders is cracked and peeling
off. If I were to NOT do anything, I'm afraid that water and debris will
accumulate in the cracks and start rust where there is none. How to proceed,
and with what (remembering that it will probably get stripped in 3-5 years for
paint)to maintain the boy's integrity (never hit, no rust in the boot)


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Aug  3 10:31:09 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 12:31:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: OMGC - Early Information About Another Event
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP9EB350707889B5B35ADFCB80F0@phx.gbl>

I'm behind in my reading.  Perhaps you've heard this already?

 

  _____  

 

Here is some real advanced notice about the VARAC Festival in 2010:

 

2010 VARAC Festival Celebrates Mosport's 50th Birthday


http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/varac_2010.pdf

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Aug  3 10:55:20 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 09:55:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement
Message-ID: <477087.44215.qm@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

3M makes products that exactly replicate the original factory undercoating on Spridgets.

The body shop that did my Pink Car used Body Schutz #08964, I believe, and it looks exactly like the goop applied at the factory and provides good sound deadening.

Here's one link to the product. Just scroll down the page and look for #08964. They make other suitable products, but this one is paintable.

http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Marine/Home/Products/Catalog/?PC_7_RJH9U5230GE3E02LECIE20S4K7_nid=6Z84PL497ZbeQH8HT14PGTgl

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
63 Sprite Mk II
61 Innocenti 950 Spider
73 Morris Mini Van


--- On Mon, 8/3/09, Mark Haynes <haynes386 at netzero.net> wrote:

From: Mark Haynes <haynes386 at netzero.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Monday, August 3, 2009, 12:07 PM

the original(?) undercoating in the '58s rear fenders is cracked and peeling
off. If I were to NOT do anything, I'm afraid that water and debris will
accumulate in the cracks and start rust where there is none. How to proceed,
and with what (remembering that it will probably get stripped in 3-5 years for
paint)to maintain the boy's integrity (never hit, no rust in the boot)

From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com  Mon Aug  3 12:39:04 2009
From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard Chateauvieux)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 11:39:04 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>

Hi Frank,

I have rebuilt at least a half dozen of these without any problem. I  
did one only a couple months ago. What is it you need to know?

Gerard

On Aug 3, 2009, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote:

>
> Message: 7
> Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:25:51 -0400
> From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Message-ID: <4A763C9F.7080102 at comcast.net>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed
>
> I recently acquired a really good condition ribcase tranny from Jay F
> and he had no idea of it's condition.
> So today after cleaning up my downed tree from Friday's mini  
> tornado or
> what ever blew through Toms River and turned it into a war zone, I
> checked out the tranny.
> Initially I discovered the layshaft was not there and the laygear  
> was on
> the bottom of the case.
> I had a good layshaft so I pulled the tranny apart found the laygear
> thrust washers in the case, also the shifter lock out balls in the  
> case.
> After 4 or 5 times R&Ring the guts, I finally had it right, or so I  
> thought.
> It shifts fine but the gears do not move. No neutral, or any gears,
> nothing spins but it all did until I put it all together.
> Why is it I can take these things apart but they NEVER go back  
> together
> and work?
> I used 3 different manuals, Autopress, Bentley, and Haynes. It is
> assembled correctly.
> Now I have 13 dead transmission many with good gears and synchros with
> in spec but not one of them works.
> I would really like to get 1 or 2 in working order for future project
> cars and or spares for current drivers.
> Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every time I
> ruin another gearbox ;)
>
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From rmorgan at brantford.ca  Mon Aug  3 13:04:12 2009
From: rmorgan at brantford.ca (rmorgan at brantford.ca)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 15:04:12 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Morgan, Rodney is out of the office.
Message-ID: <OFF30B41DB.922E58CC-ON85257607.0068C132-85257607.0068C132@brantford.ca>

I will be out of the office starting  08/03/2009 and will not return until
08/10/2009.

Have a great week.  I will respond to your message when I return

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Aug  3 14:14:31 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 16:14:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Morgan, Rodney is out of the office.
In-Reply-To: <OFF30B41DB.922E58CC-ON85257607.0068C132-85257607.0068C132@brantford.ca>
References: <OFF30B41DB.922E58CC-ON85257607.0068C132-85257607.0068C132@brantford.ca>
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Well ... we know someone who uses his work email for the list!  :)

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of rmorgan at brantford.ca
Sent: August 3, 2009 3:04 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Morgan, Rodney is out of the office.

I will be out of the office starting  08/03/2009 and will not return until
08/10/2009.

Have a great week.  I will respond to your message when I return
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Mon Aug  3 14:19:24 2009
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 13:19:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System
Message-ID: <37dc82d40908031319u3d54c12fu587b3c259986dc16@mail.gmail.com>

Catching up to my Spridgets emails and I saw a statement regarding the
Canadian medical system as related to longevity.  I had to chime in. . .


I have talked to Canadians who are aware that citizens of their country
cross the boarder to the US for medical help.  . this often occurs when they
are dealing with a serious medical issue.

It could be based, in part, on the perception that they will get better care
at one of our famous hospitals.

We may have also developed technologies that surpass the Canadian medical
system, and as such there is greater potential to save the lives of those
who have severe illnesses.

The statement that Canadians have a longer life expectancy may be due to
several factors that are outside of the medical realm.

Has their been a comparative study on nutrition and diet?  Which segment of
the Canadian populace was studied, and how many were used in the study?
What was the margin of error?

We could also point to Asian people who live in impoverished out land areas
who live to 100 plus years of age.

Studies on these people have linked diet as a major component of their
longevity.  . having nothing to do with the quality of medical care they
receive.  Studies have also linked the culture and the way older people in
their culture deal with loss in their lives.

A longevity study needs to be supported with data. .  and it may or may not
be tied to the quality of medical care that is received.

My take anyway. . .

Kirk
50 Year Old Sprite

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug  3 15:21:22 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:21:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
Message-ID: <4A7754D2.4050203@comcast.net>

Gerard Chateauvieux wrote:
> Hi Frank,
>
> I have rebuilt at least a half dozen of these without any problem. I  
> did one only a couple months ago. What is it you need to know?
>
>   
I need to know why I can take em apart but they never work when I put 
them together.
And I did it by the book.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Mon Aug  3 15:46:16 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 17:46:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
References: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <FD9B2492CDC04506981601F78DF529F4@MAINCOMPUTER>

I don't suppose 2 smoothcas units will help you much but I have them if they 
will.

J
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 9:25 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes


>I recently acquired a really good condition ribcase tranny from Jay F
> and he had no idea of it's condition.
> So today after cleaning up my downed tree from Friday's mini tornado or
> what ever blew through Toms River and turned it into a war zone, I
> checked out the tranny.
> Initially I discovered the layshaft was not there and the laygear was on
> the bottom of the case.
> I had a good layshaft so I pulled the tranny apart found the laygear
> thrust washers in the case, also the shifter lock out balls in the case.
> After 4 or 5 times R&Ring the guts, I finally had it right, or so I 
> thought.
> It shifts fine but the gears do not move. No neutral, or any gears,
> nothing spins but it all did until I put it all together.
> Why is it I can take these things apart but they NEVER go back together
> and work?
> I used 3 different manuals, Autopress, Bentley, and Haynes. It is
> assembled correctly.
> Now I have 13 dead transmission many with good gears and synchros with
> in spec but not one of them works.
> I would really like to get 1 or 2 in working order for future project
> cars and or spares for current drivers.
> Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every time I
> ruin another gearbox ;)
>
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From mdrowe at optonline.net  Mon Aug  3 16:27:33 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:27:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
Message-ID: <9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home>

I have three in unknown condition.  What do we need to know that is not in 
the books?

Michael Rowe

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gerard Chateauvieux" <pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 2:39 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes


> Hi Frank,
>
> I have rebuilt at least a half dozen of these without any problem. I
> did one only a couple months ago. What is it you need to know?
>
> Gerard
>
> On Aug 3, 2009, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote:
>
>>
>> Message: 7
>> Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:25:51 -0400
>> From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
>> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Message-ID: <4A763C9F.7080102 at comcast.net>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed
>>
>> I recently acquired a really good condition ribcase tranny from Jay F
>> and he had no idea of it's condition.
>> So today after cleaning up my downed tree from Friday's mini
>> tornado or
>> what ever blew through Toms River and turned it into a war zone, I
>> checked out the tranny.
>> Initially I discovered the layshaft was not there and the laygear
>> was on
>> the bottom of the case.
>> I had a good layshaft so I pulled the tranny apart found the laygear
>> thrust washers in the case, also the shifter lock out balls in the
>> case.
>> After 4 or 5 times R&Ring the guts, I finally had it right, or so I
>> thought.
>> It shifts fine but the gears do not move. No neutral, or any gears,
>> nothing spins but it all did until I put it all together.
>> Why is it I can take these things apart but they NEVER go back
>> together
>> and work?
>> I used 3 different manuals, Autopress, Bentley, and Haynes. It is
>> assembled correctly.
>> Now I have 13 dead transmission many with good gears and synchros with
>> in spec but not one of them works.
>> I would really like to get 1 or 2 in working order for future project
>> cars and or spares for current drivers.
>> Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every time I
>> ruin another gearbox ;)
>>
>> -- 
>> Frank Clarici
>> Toms River, NJ
>> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug  3 17:04:47 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 19:04:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <FD9B2492CDC04506981601F78DF529F4@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
	<FD9B2492CDC04506981601F78DF529F4@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <4A776D0F.3090000@comcast.net>

Jim F. wrote:
> I don't suppose 2 smoothcas units will help you much but I have them 
> if they will.
>
>
I already have 6 smooth of unknown condition, one smooth will all NOS 
gears that I assembled 20 years ago, it doesn't work either.
And now 7 rib cases some might work, most will not.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug  3 17:05:50 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 19:05:50 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
	<9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home>
Message-ID: <4A776D4E.9090006@comcast.net>

Michael Rowe wrote:
> I have three in unknown condition.  What do we need to know that is 
> not in the books?
>
>
The correct sequence of magic words and the proper way to wave the magic 
wand over the gears,


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Aug  3 17:18:58 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 19:18:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System
In-Reply-To: <37dc82d40908031319u3d54c12fu587b3c259986dc16@mail.gmail.com>
References: <37dc82d40908031319u3d54c12fu587b3c259986dc16@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP989FFD3A1CE50DAF876550B80F0@phx.gbl>

I'm no expert, but here's a couple of observations.  Our doctors go south
for higher incomes.  They could be the better ones ( but not necessarily ).
Your system is more expensive for the patients.  Our routine care is, for
the most part, already paid for by our taxes, so there's no financial reason
to put off routine care.  The rich people can go south where they can get
quicker care instead of waiting in line here with the rest of us.  And
there's no doubting that the US probably has more experts than in Canada.
You have a population that is 10 times greater than ours, so I would think
that all other things being equal, you should have ten times as many
experts.  Belinda Stronick (however you spell that) went to California? for
reconstructive breast surgery because they had a different procedure there
that wasn't available here, for whatever reason.  She can afford it.

So ... better care in some cases but most likely quicker care in all cases.
For some serious cases, time is of the essence.


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kirk Hargreaves
Sent: August 3, 2009 4:19 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System

Catching up to my Spridgets emails and I saw a statement regarding the
Canadian medical system as related to longevity.  I had to chime in. . .


I have talked to Canadians who are aware that citizens of their country
cross the boarder to the US for medical help.  . this often occurs when they
are dealing with a serious medical issue.

It could be based, in part, on the perception that they will get better care
at one of our famous hospitals.

We may have also developed technologies that surpass the Canadian medical
system, and as such there is greater potential to save the lives of those
who have severe illnesses.

The statement that Canadians have a longer life expectancy may be due to
several factors that are outside of the medical realm.

Has their been a comparative study on nutrition and diet?  Which segment of
the Canadian populace was studied, and how many were used in the study?
What was the margin of error?

We could also point to Asian people who live in impoverished out land areas
who live to 100 plus years of age.

Studies on these people have linked diet as a major component of their
longevity.  . having nothing to do with the quality of medical care they
receive.  Studies have also linked the culture and the way older people in
their culture deal with loss in their lives.

A longevity study needs to be supported with data. .  and it may or may not
be tied to the quality of medical care that is received.

My take anyway. . .

Kirk
50 Year Old Sprite
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug  3 18:33:27 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 17:33:27 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP989FFD3A1CE50DAF876550B80F0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <939859.9429.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 8/3/09, Robert Duquette <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> I'm
no expert, but here's a couple of
> observations.  Our doctors go south
> for
higher incomes.  They could be the better ones (

That's pretty funny - you
guys pay us engineers a lot better. A friend of mine, former college buddy,
called today to have me review his employment terms for any "gotchas" - he's
an Industrial Engineer, 15 years experience. He's leaving his $100K USA job in
Pennsylvania and going to Etobicoke for $170K Canadian + $800 per month
company car allowance (I told him I'd get either a BMW AWD coupe, a BMW AWD
coupe, or a BMW AWD coupe), plus $35% bonus.

Ron

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Mon Aug  3 18:53:19 2009
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 20:53:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
Message-ID: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>

Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic of some trike 
Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first time I have 
seen a trike with a convertible top - up.

Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the Irish 
("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo News). Not sure why one 
would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they said. Saw a 
recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal in the U.S. 
Maybe the "allure" is because this dish contains something illegal??

Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/

Tim Collins
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ 

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Aug  3 19:05:42 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 20:05:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <4A776D4E.9090006@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
	<9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home> <4A776D4E.9090006@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908031805y69d0d69eoa597e76b5524bc7a@mail.gmail.com>

Ah!  There's where you are going wrong!!  You need the proper incense, the
correct chant, and you must wear a grass skirt with a bone through your
nose......    ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim - who has two of them laying under his Shopsmith as well as the working
one that is in the car....


On Mon, Aug 3, 2009 at 6:05 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Michael Rowe wrote:
>
>> I have three in unknown condition.  What do we need to know that is not in
>> the books?
>>
>>
>>  The correct sequence of magic words and the proper way to wave the magic
> wand over the gears,
>
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Aug  3 19:17:46 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 20:17:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System
In-Reply-To: <939859.9429.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BLU0-SMTP989FFD3A1CE50DAF876550B80F0@phx.gbl>
	<939859.9429.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908031817r7d22d456r1755fdd035b7ceb6@mail.gmail.com>

On Mon, Aug 3, 2009 at 7:33 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> <snip>



> going to Etobicoke for $170K Canadian + $800 per month
> company car allowance (I told him I'd get either a BMW AWD coupe, a BMW AWD
> coupe, or a BMW AWD coupe), plus $35% bonus.  </snip>


Curious.  That may not be such a great deal when he sees the tax
bills......   ;-)
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Mon Aug  3 19:37:53 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 20:37:53 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>

Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented Haggis.

My Irish wife says it doesn't matter if they were English or Scottish as 
they were both equally bad.  Never had the stuff, but I do love an Irish 
breakfast.  Every American we have brought to Ireland couldn't handle blood 
sausage, whereas I love it.

Not sure if I want to try the Haggis.  Sounds awful.  Even "awfuller" than 
blood sausage.

LAD



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 7:53 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.


Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic of some trike
Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first time I have
seen a trike with a convertible top - up.

Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the Irish
("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo News). Not sure why one
would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they said. Saw a
recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal in the U.S.
Maybe the "allure" is because this dish contains something illegal??

Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/

Tim Collins
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Aug  3 19:57:49 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 20:57:49 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement
In-Reply-To: <477087.44215.qm@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <477087.44215.qm@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <651F1A6E5B4E4F3EB6DC12B7042DE83C@CatheyBPC>

Exactly what I used and it is paintable (which BTW was done at the factory). 
As for the areas that get undercoated they are :  the back part of the inner 
fenders (  behind the front tire, and the rear wheel wells.  Nothing else 
was undercoated.  At least that is what the standards say.  Will copy the 
exat wording if needed for anyone.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 11:55 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement


> 3M makes products that exactly replicate the original factory undercoating 
> on Spridgets.
>
> The body shop that did my Pink Car used Body Schutz #08964, I believe, and 
> it looks exactly like the goop applied at the factory and provides good 
> sound deadening.
>
> Here's one link to the product. Just scroll down the page and look for 
> #08964. They make other suitable products, but this one is paintable.
>
> http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Marine/Home/Products/Catalog/?PC_7_RJH9U5230GE3E02LECIE20S4K7_nid=6Z84PL497ZbeQH8HT14PGTgl
>
> Jay Fishbein
> Wallingford, CT
> 63 Sprite Mk II
> 61 Innocenti 950 Spider
> 73 Morris Mini Van
>
>
> --- On Mon, 8/3/09, Mark Haynes <haynes386 at netzero.net> wrote:
>
> From: Mark Haynes <haynes386 at netzero.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Undercoating replacement
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Monday, August 3, 2009, 12:07 PM
>
> the original(?) undercoating in the '58s rear fenders is cracked and 
> peeling
> off. If I were to NOT do anything, I'm afraid that water and debris will
> accumulate in the cracks and start rust where there is none. How to 
> proceed,
> and with what (remembering that it will probably get stripped in 3-5 years 
> for
> paint)to maintain the boy's integrity (never hit, no rust in the boot)
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From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com  Mon Aug  3 20:01:31 2009
From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard Chateauvieux)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 19:01:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908031805y69d0d69eoa597e76b5524bc7a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<92DA14F9-60F8-4277-8B89-DC8F484E83AF@gerardsgarage.com>
	<9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home> <4A776D4E.9090006@comcast.net>
	<43840a7e0908031805y69d0d69eoa597e76b5524bc7a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <49A5B0EC-551F-483B-9360-AA32B87DEBD0@gerardsgarage.com>

Well, I'm happy to provide guidance, but divulging magic words,
incantations and such are out of the question... You'll have to try
to catch it on the "Masked Magician" ... or perhaps that English
chap, Harry Potter could help? After all, he can make a 105E fly!


.... and you guys thought MoWoG was actually an acronym... tsk,tsk,tsk

~g


On Aug 3, 2009, at 6:05 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:

> Ah!  There's where you are going wrong!!  You need the proper
> incense, the correct chant, and you must wear a grass skirt with a
> bone through your nose......    ;-)
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim - who has two of them laying under his Shopsmith as well as the
> working one that is in the car....
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 3, 2009 at 6:05 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> Michael Rowe wrote:
> I have three in unknown condition.  What do we need to know that is
> not in the books?
>
>
> The correct sequence of magic words and the proper way to wave the
> magic wand over the gears,
>
>
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com  Mon Aug  3 20:03:09 2009
From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard Chateauvieux)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 19:03:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <9A074DAB1B1F40F194E3E1DD1AF5F340@Home>
References: <mailman.14.1249322403.898.spridgets@autox.team.net>
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Geez, my reply actually went through?

~g

On Aug 3, 2009, at 3:27 PM, Michael Rowe wrote:

> I have three in unknown condition.  What do we need to know that is  
> not in the books?
>
> Michael Rowe
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gerard Chateauvieux"  
> <pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 2:39 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
>
>
>> Hi Frank,
>>
>> I have rebuilt at least a half dozen of these without any problem. I
>> did one only a couple months ago. What is it you need to know?
>>
>> Gerard
>>
>> On Aug 3, 2009, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Message: 7
>>> Date: Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:25:51 -0400
>>> From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
>>> Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
>>> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>>> Message-ID: <4A763C9F.7080102 at comcast.net>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed
>>>
>>> I recently acquired a really good condition ribcase tranny from  
>>> Jay F
>>> and he had no idea of it's condition.
>>> So today after cleaning up my downed tree from Friday's mini
>>> tornado or
>>> what ever blew through Toms River and turned it into a war zone, I
>>> checked out the tranny.
>>> Initially I discovered the layshaft was not there and the laygear
>>> was on
>>> the bottom of the case.
>>> I had a good layshaft so I pulled the tranny apart found the laygear
>>> thrust washers in the case, also the shifter lock out balls in the
>>> case.
>>> After 4 or 5 times R&Ring the guts, I finally had it right, or so I
>>> thought.
>>> It shifts fine but the gears do not move. No neutral, or any gears,
>>> nothing spins but it all did until I put it all together.
>>> Why is it I can take these things apart but they NEVER go back
>>> together
>>> and work?
>>> I used 3 different manuals, Autopress, Bentley, and Haynes. It is
>>> assembled correctly.
>>> Now I have 13 dead transmission many with good gears and synchros  
>>> with
>>> in spec but not one of them works.
>>> I would really like to get 1 or 2 in working order for future  
>>> project
>>> cars and or spares for current drivers.
>>> Anybody know trannys other than Paul, I hate bugging him every  
>>> time I
>>> ruin another gearbox ;)
>>>
>>> -- 
>>> Frank Clarici
>>> Toms River, NJ
>>> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug  3 20:16:15 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:16:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase woes
In-Reply-To: <000b01ca1492$09d95820$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <4A763C9F.7080102@comcast.net>
	<000701ca13f9$ce0810e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8> <4A775414.6060606@comcast.net>
	<001001ca1484$36b12ca0$f675fea9@p0k7l8> <4A776CA5.6070703@comcast.net>
	<000b01ca1492$09d95820$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <4A7799EF.1020202@comcast.net>

Thanks to Paul and his diagnosis of my stuck rib case.
It was a stuck bulk ring, and I did unstick them all and oil them when 
it was apart.
But 3rd gear bulk ring was stuck, a wiggle with a screwdriver and it now 
works in
all gears.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Aug  3 20:35:19 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 22:35:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>
	<876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP62FED1A8DA9194CF1B8FC3B80C0@phx.gbl>

Irish breakfast?  Do you mean beer?  Or whisky?

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels
Sent: August 3, 2009 9:38 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net; Tim Collins
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.

Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented Haggis.

My Irish wife says it doesn't matter if they were English or Scottish as 
they were both equally bad.  Never had the stuff, but I do love an Irish 
breakfast.  Every American we have brought to Ireland couldn't handle blood 
sausage, whereas I love it.

Not sure if I want to try the Haggis.  Sounds awful.  Even "awfuller" than 
blood sausage.

LAD



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 7:53 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.


Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic of some trike
Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first time I have
seen a trike with a convertible top - up.

Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the Irish
("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo News). Not sure why one
would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they said. Saw a
recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal in the U.S.
Maybe the "allure" is because this dish contains something illegal??

Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/

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From silaspgumbody at yahoo.com  Mon Aug  3 23:15:11 2009
From: silaspgumbody at yahoo.com (Silas P. Gumbody)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 22:15:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
Message-ID: <746678.9206.qm@web112214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

No, there was just an article in our paper that we did indeed invent haggis long before we gave it to the Scots!  There was a recipe in a 1615 cookbook, The English Hus-wife.  You don't think we are so daft as to keep it from those who DESERVE it!

  --- http://tinyurl.com/l8c65p

So you thinka mixture of  liver, heart and lungs, and oatmeal, topped off with a sheep's head is "awful"?  Obviously, you are a discerning gourmet, and ha' no Scots' blood in ye!  (I am half Scot, but still hate it!)


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 6:38 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net; Tim Collins
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
 
Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented
Haggis.
 
My Irish wife says it doesn't matter if they were English
or Scottish as 
they were both equally bad.  Never had the stuff, but I do love an Irish 
breakfast.  Every
American we have brought to Ireland couldn't handle blood 
sausage, whereas I love it.
 
Not sure if I want to try the Haggis.  Sounds awful.  Even "awfuller" than 
blood sausage.
 
LAD
 
 
 
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 7:53 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
 
 
Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic
of some trike
Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first
time I have
seen a trike with a convertible top - up.
 
Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the
Irish
("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo
News). Not sure why one
would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they
said. Saw a
recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal
in the U.S.
Maybe the "allure" is because this dish
contains something illegal??
 
Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/
 
Tim Collins
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From grday at btinternet.com  Tue Aug  4 02:38:29 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 09:38:29 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>
	<876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
Message-ID: <F5AA0789C2C7440490BBF5738F527C4D@dell330>

Well Larry, you are missing out on one of the world's greatest foods.

A fresh Black pudding (the term blood is used to put palettes with no taste 
into a cringe) boiled at Bury market (small northern English town and the 
home of black pudding) with a dip of English mustard is one of the great 
treats in this world.  Note it is not fried or grilled but boiled in its 
skin.
Similarly, a good hot haggis with the flavour of the meats and barley 
tempered with sips of a single malt is a treat barely equalled by any other 
countries delicacies.
What surprises me is that there are some who believe that hog's jowls and 
grits are actual foodstuff.  That was one awful breakfast!  <smile>
All the best,

Guy R Day

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>; "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 2:37 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.


> Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented Haggis.
>
> My Irish wife says it doesn't matter if they were English or Scottish as
> they were both equally bad.  Never had the stuff, but I do love an Irish
> breakfast.  Every American we have brought to Ireland couldn't handle 
> blood
> sausage, whereas I love it.
>
> Not sure if I want to try the Haggis.  Sounds awful.  Even "awfuller" than
> blood sausage.
>
> LAD
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 7:53 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
>
>
> Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic of some trike
> Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first time I have
> seen a trike with a convertible top - up.
>
> Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the Irish
> ("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo News). Not sure why one
> would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they said. Saw a
> recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal in the U.S.
> Maybe the "allure" is because this dish contains something illegal??
>
> Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/
>
> Tim Collins

From haynes386 at netzero.net  Tue Aug  4 06:56:38 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 12:56:38 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Gas tank and pump thoughts.-Final
Message-ID: <20090804.065638.10900.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com>

Alright, so here's the upshot of barely getting back from Breckenridge (I've
been on Vacation w/wife & kids,so it took a while):
Original mechanical fuel pump diaphragm is leaking (thus a lack of suction
especially when climbing) gas down the side of the engine.
Facet fuel pump is dead (<100 miles!) so it's going back for a refund (thank
goodness it was from NAPA).
Fuel tank had some rust (not a lot) so it got cleaned with Metal Ready.
Put the spare fuel pump on and all is well. I did get a bit of small rust
particles out of the tank when I emptied it (ran it through a coffee filter of
all things-rough coffee the next morning, but worth it). Thanks to everyone
who chimed in, I think I'll get a rebuild kit from Colin since I like having
the primer lever.


Mark Haynes
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Tue Aug  4 07:12:51 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 08:12:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <F5AA0789C2C7440490BBF5738F527C4D@dell330>
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>
	<876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
	<F5AA0789C2C7440490BBF5738F527C4D@dell330>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908040612p5e2bfbcfr313189492e2a1b73@mail.gmail.com>

I'm with Guy on this!  During the years I lived in the UK I discovered a
plethora of gastronomic delights related to British/Welsh/Scots/Irish
culinary history. Black Pudding and Haggis are but two of the delights to be
savored. Also wonderful is a good Steak and Kidney pudding over a pint of
Best, Cornish Pasties over the same and Roast Beef and Yorkshire puddings.
Finally, not to be missed is Triffle with Devon Cream and hunting for the
sixpence in your slice of Christmas Pudding!!

Ah, the memories!
Cheers!!
Jim

On Tue, Aug 4, 2009 at 3:38 AM, GUY DAY <grday at btinternet.com> wrote:

> Well Larry, you are missing out on one of the world's greatest foods.
>
> A fresh Black pudding (the term blood is used to put palettes with no taste
> into a cringe) boiled at Bury market (small northern English town and the
> home of black pudding) with a dip of English mustard is one of the great
> treats in this world.  Note it is not fried or grilled but boiled in its
> skin.
> Similarly, a good hot haggis with the flavour of the meats and barley
> tempered with sips of a single malt is a treat barely equalled by any other
> countries delicacies.
> What surprises me is that there are some who believe that hog's jowls and
> grits are actual foodstuff.  That was one awful breakfast!  <smile>
> All the best,
>
> Guy R Day
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Larry Daniels" <
> ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>; "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 2:37 AM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
>
>
>  Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented Haggis.
>>
>> My Irish wife says it doesn't matter if they were English or Scottish as
>> they were both equally bad.  Never had the stuff, but I do love an Irish
>> breakfast.  Every American we have brought to Ireland couldn't handle
>> blood
>> sausage, whereas I love it.
>>
>> Not sure if I want to try the Haggis.  Sounds awful.  Even "awfuller" than
>> blood sausage.
>>
>> LAD
>>
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 7:53 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
>>
>>
>> Mr. Charles Winpenny in Cornwall England has a nice pic of some trike
>> Morgans on his web site today. I think this is the first time I have
>> seen a trike with a convertible top - up.
>>
>> Heard today too that the English invented Haggis; not the Irish
>> ("English haggis claim shocks Scots"-Yahoo News). Not sure why one
>> would want to lay claim to that, but that's what they said. Saw a
>> recipe that said to use sheep lung, but that is illegal in the U.S.
>> Maybe the "allure" is because this dish contains something illegal??
>>
>> Morgans here:    http://www.cornwallcam.co.uk/
>>
>> Tim Collins
>>
> _______________________________________________

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Tue Aug  4 07:39:28 2009
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:39:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>
	<876886FACC754AA9B85FAA7CDADA0E83@Larry>
Message-ID: <7ll0se$6q8lfc@email.mtu.edu>

At 09:37 PM 8/3/2009, Larry Daniels wrote:
>Actually, Tim, I believe that the Scottish invented Haggis.

Yup. I stand corrected. Thanks Larry.


Tim Collins
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ 

From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Aug  4 07:52:45 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 06:52:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Gas tank and pump thoughts.-Final
In-Reply-To: <20090804.065638.10900.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <C74C7AE4A8CD452AB882C8C295C6E705@TRACY>

Mark,

A couple of things about these aftermarket pumps I have found after years of
use.  They should be less than 2 or 3 feet from the tank (rear wheel well)
and lower than the outlet if possible.  They absolutely will not last if
placed in the engine bay.

Running rust through the pumps will cause early failures so be sure to put a
filter before the pump especially if you have a rusted tank.

To clean the tank I did the boil it on the BBQ for 6 hrs trick and it came
out clean as a whistle.

BTW Breckenridge is not too far from where I grew up (oh some say I never
did grow up).

Cheers!

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark Haynes
Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 5:57 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas tank and pump thoughts.-Final

Alright, so here's the upshot of barely getting back from Breckenridge (I've
been on Vacation w/wife & kids,so it took a while):
Original mechanical fuel pump diaphragm is leaking (thus a lack of suction
especially when climbing) gas down the side of the engine.
Facet fuel pump is dead (<100 miles!) so it's going back for a refund (thank
goodness it was from NAPA).
Fuel tank had some rust (not a lot) so it got cleaned with Metal Ready.
Put the spare fuel pump on and all is well. I did get a bit of small rust
particles out of the tank when I emptied it (ran it through a coffee filter
of
all things-rough coffee the next morning, but worth it). Thanks to everyone
who chimed in, I think I'll get a rebuild kit from Colin since I like having
the primer lever.


Mark Haynes
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Aug  4 08:04:53 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 07:04:53 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
Message-ID: <805006.33530.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Did someone just drop the needle on a Python record?

jjf

--- On Tue, 8/4/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
To:
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2009, 9:12 AM

I'm with Guy on this!  During the years I lived in the UK I discovered a
plethora of gastronomic delights

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Tue Aug  4 08:19:48 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:19:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908040612p5e2bfbcfr313189492e2a1b73@mail.gmail.com>
References: <7ll0se$6q5l7j@email.mtu.edu>,
	<F5AA0789C2C7440490BBF5738F527C4D@dell330>,
	<43840a7e0908040612p5e2bfbcfr313189492e2a1b73@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A784384.13836.133919@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Jellied Eels at Epsom on Derby Day,
Winkles and Cockles at Brighton,
Veal and Egg Pie with a Pint of Brown Ale,
Cornish Pasty with a pint of Scrumpy,
Pork Rinds with salt and vinegar,
These are a few of my favorite things....
(All of them Lo-Fat)
Darn you chaps... now look what you've go me started on...  <Grin>

Dave G.

On 4 Aug 2009 at 8:12, Jim Johnson wrote:

>> Also wonderful is a good Steak and Kidney pudding over a pint of
>> Best, Cornish Pasties over the same and Roast Beef and Yorkshire
>> puddings. Finally, not to be missed is Triffle with Devon Cream and
>> hunting for the sixpence in your slice of Christmas Pudding!!


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From soavero at yahoo.com  Tue Aug  4 09:07:33 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 08:07:33 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I sent this to a few of you off list, but this was an excellent start to my day. Since the Alfa oil pressure needle took up residence somewhat left of center 2 months ago, I have been driving my Bugeye every chance that my insurance policy allows. This morning, a guy in a white pickup in front of me on a country road pulls over and waves me by. We get to a light and he pulls up next to me and says "I had one in the sixties. I didn't want to spoil your fun by being in front of you."

How cool is that?

Ron  

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Tue Aug  4 10:20:38 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 11:20:38 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5EBB7DBA-FFE7-4352-A37C-2617A324ACF4@comcast.net>

Wow.. that's a cool one.

Lester


On Aug 4, 2009, at 10:07 AM, Ron Soave wrote:

> I sent this to a few of you off list, but this was an excellent  
> start to my day. Since the Alfa oil pressure needle took up  
> residence somewhat left of center 2 months ago, I have been driving  
> my Bugeye every chance that my insurance policy allows. This  
> morning, a guy in a white pickup in front of me on a country road  
> pulls over and waves me by. We get to a light and he pulls up next  
> to me and says "I had one in the sixties. I didn't want to spoil  
> your fun by being in front of you."
>
> How cool is that?
>
> Ron
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From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Tue Aug  4 10:24:35 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 12:24:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hinge post
Message-ID: <EDA025710587499B8FE64FC989A9F99E@MAINCOMPUTER>

Does anyone have experience with replacing the front hinge posts? I removed
the outer skin with no problem. Is it now simply a matter of finding all of
the spot welds in the hingepost and drilling thae out? Also there are several
square gussets between the front of the hingepost and the bulkhead. are these
pieces supplied when I purchase the new post or do they have to be
fabricated?

Thanks much,

Jim

From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Aug  4 10:38:10 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 9:38:10 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <4A784384.13836.133919@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <20090804123810.29JP9.2904059.root@mp20>

All this is making me hungry !!!!!!

If you ever watch Diners, Dives and Drive-ins you will know what I am talking about in terms of being teased by food porn.


---- "Dave G." <kk7ss at verizon.net> wrote: 
> Jellied Eels at Epsom on Derby Day,
> Winkles and Cockles at Brighton,
> Veal and Egg Pie with a Pint of Brown Ale,
> Cornish Pasty with a pint of Scrumpy,
> Pork Rinds with salt and vinegar,
> These are a few of my favorite things....
> (All of them Lo-Fat)
> Darn you chaps... now look what you've go me started on...  <Grin>
> 
> Dave G.
> 
> On 4 Aug 2009 at 8:12, Jim Johnson wrote:
> 
> >> Also wonderful is a good Steak and Kidney pudding over a pint of
> >> Best, Cornish Pasties over the same and Roast Beef and Yorkshire
> >> puddings. Finally, not to be missed is Triffle with Devon Cream and
> >> hunting for the sixpence in your slice of Christmas Pudding!!
> 
> 
> --
> Dave G.   KK7SS
> '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
> 
> If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
> alive !!
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Aug  4 11:08:02 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (David Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:08:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd:  79 Midget]
Message-ID: <4A786AF2.9050503@wi.net>

I posted this last week and now it's on eBay   Z220460803142   with a 
B.I.N. price of $3000.  At least you get to see pics.
Not related NFI, etc.   Sorry for the multiple list send.
Dave W.
59 :{)
59 MGA 1500 rdstr


-------- Original Message --------
Subject: 	[Spridgets] 79 Midget
Date: 	Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:05:36 -0500
From: 	David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net>
To: 	SPRIDGETS <spridgets at autox.team.net>



Just stopped to look at a 1979 Midget.  Maroon (Vermillion?) in color.  
Did not talk to owner.  Seats are good for originals.  Carpet worn.  
Dash NOT cracked!  Instruments all there and the Odo shows 63k or 65k, 
can't remember exactly.  Body straight, under body looks in great 
shape.  Exhaust hangs a bit low.  Paint is in good shape.  Don't know 
about the top as it was stowed.
Asking $5000 obo.  Phone 262.210.0741  Car is near Waterford WI on St. 
Hwy. 36 and just north of St. Hwy. 164.

Dave W.
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Aug  4 11:36:10 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (David Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:36:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd:  79 Midget]]
Message-ID: <4A78718A.2020906@wi.net>

I posted this last week and now it's on eBay   Z220460803142   with a 
B.I.N. price of $3000.  At least you get to see pics.
Not related NFI, etc.   Sorry for the multiple list send.
Dave W.
59 :{)
59 MGA 1500 rdstr


-------- Original Message --------
Subject: 	[Spridgets] 79 Midget
Date: 	Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:05:36 -0500
From: 	David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net>
To: 	SPRIDGETS <spridgets at autox.team.net>



Just stopped to look at a 1979 Midget.  Maroon (Vermillion?) in color.  
Did not talk to owner.  Seats are good for originals.  Carpet worn.  
Dash NOT cracked!  Instruments all there and the Odo shows 63k or 65k, 
can't remember exactly.  Body straight, under body looks in great 
shape.  Exhaust hangs a bit low.  Paint is in good shape.  Don't know 
about the top as it was stowed.
Asking $5000 obo.  Phone 262.210.0741  Car is near Waterford WI on St. 
Hwy. 36 and just north of St. Hwy. 164.

Dave W.

From abcoz at hky.com  Tue Aug  4 11:39:47 2009
From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 13:39:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hinge post
In-Reply-To: <EDA025710587499B8FE64FC989A9F99E@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <EDA025710587499B8FE64FC989A9F99E@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <22184BF9C1274C1BA9119D2639BCD0D5@OwnerPC>

Jim,
I've done several, with the last one being about five years ago.  Always had 
pretty good results, but, the next time I'm simply going to replace the 
entire post assembly from the original seam location (right around the 
opening for the windshield post, as I recall), in conjunction with a new 
outer sill (if the bottom of the post is bad, the sill isn't far behind). 
This way, I can pre-assemble the sill with the door post and (if needed) the 
rear fender, and have the original type seams.  Also, I can rust-proof the 
entire assembly before installation.
Bud Osbourne
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 12:24 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Hinge post


> Does anyone have experience with replacing the front hinge posts? I 
> removed
> the outer skin with no problem. Is it now simply a matter of finding all 
> of
> the spot welds in the hingepost and drilling thae out? Also there are 
> several
> square gussets between the front of the hingepost and the bulkhead. are 
> these
> pieces supplied when I purchase the new post or do they have to be
> fabricated?
>
> Thanks much,
>
> Jim
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From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Aug  4 14:04:11 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 13:04:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd:  79 Midget]]
In-Reply-To: <4A78718A.2020906@wi.net>
Message-ID: <20090804160411.6P176.2919196.root@mp17>

I have a 76 fresh restoration for sale.  Everything new or rebuilt.  Green
Title reads 1974 making it smog exempt in CA.  Asking 6K

Comes with chrome bumper conversion bits, spare motor (1500).  Photos and description here:

http://healey.org/content/view/477/249/

Tracy

---- David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote: 
> I posted this last week and now it's on eBay   Z220460803142   with a 
> B.I.N. price of $3000.  At least you get to see pics.
> Not related NFI, etc.   Sorry for the multiple list send.
> Dave W.
> 59 :{)
> 59 MGA 1500 rdstr
> 
> 
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: 	[Spridgets] 79 Midget
> Date: 	Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:05:36 -0500
> From: 	David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net>
> To: 	SPRIDGETS <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> 
> 
> 
> Just stopped to look at a 1979 Midget.  Maroon (Vermillion?) in color.  
> Did not talk to owner.  Seats are good for originals.  Carpet worn.  
> Dash NOT cracked!  Instruments all there and the Odo shows 63k or 65k, 
> can't remember exactly.  Body straight, under body looks in great 
> shape.  Exhaust hangs a bit low.  Paint is in good shape.  Don't know 
> about the top as it was stowed.
> Asking $5000 obo.  Phone 262.210.0741  Car is near Waterford WI on St. 
> Hwy. 36 and just north of St. Hwy. 164.
> 
> Dave W.
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug  4 14:56:01 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:56:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Midget, 4 sale, to be restored
Message-ID: <4A78A061.3010408@comcast.net>

I have a 71 Midget shell that needs everything.
I will have it complete for the meet in 2011.
Every nut and bolt will be new or refreshed.
If anybody is interested in it, let me know off list.
Your choice of colors at this point, in fact, your choice of years as 
long as it's a roll up window square arch car ;)
I will most likely weld up the reverse and side lamp holes because I 
(personally) don't like them.
So it's a 68 cause that's the title I have .
Engine choice too. 1098 or 1275
Around 6k for a show quality, safe good driver.
Concours slightly more ;)

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug  4 15:26:31 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 17:26:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Canadian System
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908031817r7d22d456r1755fdd035b7ceb6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BLU0-SMTP989FFD3A1CE50DAF876550B80F0@phx.gbl><939859.9429.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<43840a7e0908031817r7d22d456r1755fdd035b7ceb6@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP923DE6693A45A8E6DFEFEDB80C0@phx.gbl>

Well, maybe he can report back in 9 months?

-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Johnson

On Mon, Aug 3, 2009 at 7:33 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> <snip>



> going to Etobicoke for $170K Canadian + $800 per month
> company car allowance (I told him I'd get either a BMW AWD coupe, a BMW
AWD
> coupe, or a BMW AWD coupe), plus $35% bonus.  </snip>


Curious.  That may not be such a great deal when he sees the tax
bills......   ;-)
--
Cheers!!
Jim

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug  4 15:32:27 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 17:32:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers,
 wait until they   they  start processing your medical benefits
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908011826o1f2027b3q6f5e8b5470874147@mail.gmail.com>
References: <AcoS1nlvkUiv1AjdSVCCXotnf/SXkg==><000a01ca12d6$a20f1840$6401a8c0@normoffice>
	<43840a7e0908011826o1f2027b3q6f5e8b5470874147@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP57DED8A8C49F666D9AD13AB80C0@phx.gbl>

Reading some back emails here and caught this.

Canadians don't generally envy the US health care situation.  There are
subsets of people needing care that would rather that they could get the US
care, because they would get it sooner, but are unwilling to pay for it, and
then there are those for whom money is no object who will go wherever to get
it 'now'.

That's my 'opinion'.

RD

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: August 1, 2009 9:26 PM
Cc: Spridgets Digest
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] If you liked Cash For Clunkers, wait until they
they start processing your medical benefits

On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 1:33 PM, Norm 2Bs <twobees at sprynet.com> wrote:
>
>  Fact is their
> system seems to work better than ours at preserving life.


Sure. That explains why the Canadian doctors are besieged by hoards of
Americans crossing the border to get that *better* care.

If what you say is true, why do so many people from all over the world come
to the US for their healthcare?

I lived in England fo 6 years and my first wife was British. The British
system is a horror. I still have lots of friends over there and in Canada.
We've compared our experiences with healthcare systems. They envy us.

Your "truth" falls painfully short of the mark. It has nothing to do with
Liberal / Conservative or left or right wing.
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein
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From cooper6 at swbell.net  Tue Aug  4 15:36:21 2009
From: cooper6 at swbell.net (Martin)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 16:36:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting item on EBay - Austin Healey Infant Seat
Message-ID: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper>

All,

Saw this on EBAY an Austin Healey Infant Seat, # 220460823176

Thought it was an interesting item. 

 

I do not have any financial interest in this item or the seller

 

Martin Cooper

 

Infant Seat

From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug  4 17:18:22 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:18:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting item on EBay - Austin Healey Infant Seat
In-Reply-To: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper>
References: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper>
Message-ID: <4A78C1BE.5060700@comcast.net>

Martin wrote:
> All,
>
> Saw this on EBAY an Austin Healey Infant Seat, # 220460823176
>
>   
Must be Leo's.
I now have one for my grandson and it is installed in my son's 58 Sprite.
He needs to fabricate a seat belt for it and the child.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From biffjones at verizon.net  Tue Aug  4 20:00:00 2009
From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 22:00:00 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting item on EBay - Austin Healey Infant Seat
References: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper>
	<4A78C1BE.5060700@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <897B945E32BA46BCA7BB034950C2FD54@dell1>

The seat isn't Leo's as I have that seat.  This auction is for a 
"Reproduction" of  an original.  With repro's now in the market what effect 
will that have on the value?  Guy say's if enough interest he will make 
more.  Say's it was copied from an original but I can see some variances.

Biff Jones
'Frogarri' '59 Bugeye
'Ole Gray' '61 AH Sprite in the "Healey Book"
http://sprites2.homestead.com/


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From frogeye at cox.net  Tue Aug  4 21:04:29 2009
From: frogeye at cox.net (frogeye)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 23:04:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] great deal on a parts car in Memphis area
Message-ID: <772E1E6C597B4B3B82FE10872ECC9168@maind>

http://memphis.craigslist.org/pts/1304939973.html

This gentleman emailed me his ad and wants this 1974 Midget gone soon

He is looking for $150 and hates to see her crushed

has a motor and tranny and plenty of decent parts

Anyone interested?

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Tue Aug  4 21:07:47 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 03:07:47 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Midget, 4 sale, to be restored
In-Reply-To: <4A78A061.3010408@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1565332903.9461231249441667498.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

so is a complete moss parts car with all new dung forged metal from china, in
real authentic "old english white" with a no lead head and silicone oil and 2
billion PPM ZDDP and a petronix electronic distributor posible?B  :-)

ryan




----- Original Message -----
From: "Frank" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 4, 2009 4:56:01 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: [Spridgets] Midget, 4 sale, to be restored

I have a 71 Midget shell that needs everything.
I will have it complete for the meet in 2011.
Every nut and bolt will be new or refreshed.
If anybody is interested in it, let me know off list.
Your choice of colors at this point, in fact, your choice of years as
long as it's a roll up window square arch car ;)
I will most likely weld up the reverse and side lamp holes because I
(personally) don't like them.
So it's a 68 cause that's the title I have .
Engine choice too. 1098 or 1275
Around 6k for a show quality, safe good driver.
Concours slightly more ;)

--
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Tue Aug  4 21:08:27 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 23:08:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original bugeye ash layout
Message-ID: <E1A56B15B3974A0A8208E83847AA69E5@MAINCOMPUTER>

I removed what I thought was an "original" dashboard from my 60 BE yesterday
and when I stripped off the vinyl, I found 2 extra holes near the center. one
looks like it would accomodate a cig lighter and the other, possibly, a toggle
switch. Does anyone have an accurate depiction of the exact dashboard layout
of a 60 BE?  could the lighter hole be an option? Any help appreciated. I'm
not doing a concours restoration, I just need to fill the holes if somone
added them.

Jim

From millerls at ado13.com  Tue Aug  4 21:25:15 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 20:25:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake Pads
Message-ID: <5C3FDF91-5428-4B2C-9D01-2F67998BB7B2@ado13.com>

I'm using Hawk brake pads and they are great  except for the brake  
dust they create. I previously had green stuff pads and did not like  
them very much although the dust was minimal.

Any pads with Hawk stopping power and Green Stuff dust?

Larry

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Aug  4 22:36:41 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:36:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original bugeye ash layout
References: <E1A56B15B3974A0A8208E83847AA69E5@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <C55B23CC1EBF41E7B5FB54C3A3CBC2E0@blackbox2>

A cigarette lighter was an option and is shown on the wiring diagram.
However it's entirely possible that a previous owner added the holes.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 04, 2009 11:08 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Original bugeye ash layout


>I removed what I thought was an "original" dashboard from my 60 BE yesterday
> and when I stripped off the vinyl, I found 2 extra holes near the center. one
> looks like it would accomodate a cig lighter and the other, possibly, a toggle
> switch. Does anyone have an accurate depiction of the exact dashboard layout
> of a 60 BE?  could the lighter hole be an option? Any help appreciated. I'm
> not doing a concours restoration, I just need to fill the holes if somone
> added them.
> 
> Jim
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Wed Aug  5 07:50:09 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 08:50:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting item on EBay - Austin Healey Infant Seat
In-Reply-To: <897B945E32BA46BCA7BB034950C2FD54@dell1>
References: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper><4A78C1BE.5060700@comcast.net>
	<897B945E32BA46BCA7BB034950C2FD54@dell1>
Message-ID: <FADC12E070F6474FBE7B13DE80055EF5@CatheyBPC>

Interesting item indeed.......  Thanks, Martin, for posting the link from 
Ebay.  Biff is correct in that I no longer have "one"  of the known Bugeye 
baby seats.  Seeing as how the seller lives close to where I live, I made an 
appointment to go look at it and compare it to photos of the one I once 
owned and pictures in Horlers book...  Since I have owned one  and since 
passed it on to another owner I have always questioned the issue of 
"originality".  If something, be it a baby seat, or an interior panel, 
specific in its apperance and constructtion, or a badge such as the OLD 
cloisine enamel BMW motorcycle emblems, or other vintage automobile itemss 
has been dissasembled and major peices of  them replaced with more modern 
materials is it an "origianal"????  Or does it become a "reproduction" 
simply as the result of having  been rebuilt to make it more astheticaly 
presentable.    Could you repair a Stradavarius that was missing the neck by 
replacing the missing neck with one made of modern materials and redoing the 
finish to blend the seperate components, and if so would it still be a 
Stradavarius because the "body is still present", or would it at that point 
become a "reproduction" at that stage?  Is the "value" in the "name" of an 
item, or is the value in the patina and unrestored condition of an 
"original"    Ahhhh... the issues we ponder...

Leo 

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 08:36:55 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:36:55 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
Message-ID: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>

Every once in a while, I bump into this:



http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm



There are some names there that I haven't heard in awhile.

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 09:28:40 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 10:28:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>

How would I update my information on this page? Mr. Miller??

Brad

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 9:36 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Every once in a while, I bump into this:
>
>
>
> http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm
>
>
>
> There are some names there that I haven't heard in awhile.
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From nlaredbt7 at tbc.net  Wed Aug  5 10:24:13 2009
From: nlaredbt7 at tbc.net (Neil Anderson)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:24:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-Spridget - MGB
References: <772E1E6C597B4B3B82FE10872ECC9168@maind>
Message-ID: <6171DA708B4A43CABB17C3538064C84B@owner7ccec1fe9>

A friend of mine is looking for two decent 1972-74 MGB cylinder heads with a
casting number of 12H 2923.

He said the heads on cars that stayed in Europe may have a casting number of
12H 2708, or
12H 2709

Contact me off list and also at new email neilandcustom at gmail.com

Thanks for any help.

Neil Anderson 

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Wed Aug  5 10:47:47 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (David Woerpel)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:47:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4A79B7B3.7080705@wi.net>

Wow!  I haven't visited that part of Larry's web site for a while.  
Larry, maybe we should update that list.  Lots of great people on there!
Dave W.
Burlington WI


robertduquette at sympatico.ca wrote:
> Every once in a while, I bump into this:
>
>
>
> http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm
>
>
>
> There are some names there that I haven't heard in awhile.

From cooper6 at swbell.net  Wed Aug  5 10:51:54 2009
From: cooper6 at swbell.net (Martin)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:51:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
	<e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <185F113E197345C8B11EA3AE1FEEC629@cooper>

Brad,

Here is the original link
http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/

but it seems

PDLJMPR's Spridget Communications List


This list of e-mail addresses has been removed to prevent abuse.

Les Myer 4/19/2008


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 10:29
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] strange names

How would I update my information on this page? Mr. Miller??

Brad

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 9:36 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Every once in a while, I bump into this:
>
>
>
> http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm
>
>
>
> There are some names there that I haven't heard in awhile.
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 11:00:24 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 17:00:24 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
Message-ID: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>

Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 11:10:16 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 12:10:16 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <185F113E197345C8B11EA3AE1FEEC629@cooper>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
	<e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
	<185F113E197345C8B11EA3AE1FEEC629@cooper>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908051010k33aac7e0y5aaf25555ce2a55@mail.gmail.com>

IIRC, The ADO13 site belongs to Larry Miller.
I could be wrong...

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 11:51 AM, Martin <cooper6 at swbell.net> wrote:

> Brad,
>
> Here is the original link
> http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/
>
> but it seems
>
> PDLJMPR's Spridget Communications List
>
>
> This list of e-mail addresses has been removed to prevent abuse.
>
> Les Myer 4/19/2008
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal
> Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 10:29
> To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Cc: Spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] strange names
>
> How would I update my information on this page? Mr. Miller??
>
> Brad
>
> On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 9:36 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>
> > Every once in a while, I bump into this:
> >
> >
> >
> > http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm
> >
> >
> >
> > There are some names there that I haven't heard in awhile.
> > _______________________________________________
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 11:16:14 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:16:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Midget, 4 sale, to be restored
In-Reply-To: <1565332903.9461231249441667498.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1565332903.9461231249441667498.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A79BE5E.7030502@comcast.net>

ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote:
>
> so is a complete moss parts car with all new dung forged metal from 
> china, in real authentic "old english white" with a no lead head and 
> silicone oil and 2 billion PPM ZDDP and a petronix electronic 
> distributor posible?  :-)
>
All but the moss crap. I will NOT use that dung forged crap.
No chinese junk on my BRITISH cars ;)
Oh yeah, Olde, English Rustoleum  White  :) And the head will run on no 
lead, all of them do.
A petronix with a CONCRETE guaranty, The car hits the concrete and the 
guaranty expires.
The oil will have more oil than ZDDP  it'll be "organic"! Right out of 
the ground.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Aug  5 11:46:09 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 10:46:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <435509.50531.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

The danger is that you don't use the same diligence as you would buying a car "around the corner".

I've bought two cars on the internet without one single problem. 

At the very least, have it checked-out by someone. In my instances, two different subscribers to this list generously assisted me in the purchases.


If I were serious about a car outside of my geographic area, I would get on a plane if necessary. The cost of the ticket would be worth verifying the condition of the car.

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 1:00 PM

Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Wed Aug  5 11:51:20 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 10:51:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <521681.92312.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Never bought one there myself, although looked at quite a few while searching
for a Spridget.  I have friends who have had wonderful buying experiences and
others who swear they will never again buy a car long distance.  I would think
you want to if at all possible have a knowledgeable friend go look at it for
you.
 
 - David Booker
'71 Midget bought in person from a stranger in South Jersey
Long Island

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:


From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 12:00 PM


Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
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From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 11:59:44 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:59:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
Message-ID: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>

A lot of you folks know the original sender <G> !!

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: 	59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -
Date: 	Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:47:27 -0700 (PDT)
From: 	<uniquelittlecars




Interesting.

http://tinyurl.com/mkklz8

or

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682 

<http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682>


Vigil

From mark at nashvilletn.org  Wed Aug  5 12:00:36 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:00:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>

It's a simple procedure:  GO LOOK AT IT!  I bought one once and drove 700
miles pulling a trailer to pick it up....it was junk.  Drove another 700 miles
home empty.


Mark
Nashville
http://www.ArrestMeRed.com

----- Original Message -----

Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
_______________________________________________

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 12:07:17 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:07:17 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W96F88C1DA746612CDF25DB80D0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W96F88C1DA746612CDF25DB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W4856621443623EB6FFA2FBB80D0@phx.gbl>

The state of affairs in Ottawa ON  Canada ...

At first it was fines for: "for having removed emission equipment"

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?cat=17

Now it's progressed to "will check your vehicle to ensure that everything is
stock: motor, exhaust, breather, valve covers, etc."

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?p=581

Robert D.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 12:15:30 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:15:30 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W4587A8E8BD0AD60B08EAE8B80D0@phx.gbl>

It's a seven hour drive and it ends in 7 hours.  Oh ... not to mention that my
new passport is 'in the mail'.



Does anyone live in NE Massachusetts who's bored?



From: mark at nashvilletn.org
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] ebay
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:00:36 -0500




It's a simple procedure:  GO LOOK AT IT!  I bought one once and drove 700
miles pulling a trailer to pick it up....it was junk.  Drove another 700 miles
home empty.


Mark
Nashville
http://www.ArrestMeRed.com

----- Original Message -----
Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
_______________________________________________

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 12:20:20 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:20:20 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <07E03EB940AD4928AB46BA165C79D7B1@spider>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<07E03EB940AD4928AB46BA165C79D7B1@spider>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W49B2888BD0CE10DDDD861FB80D0@phx.gbl>

This particular ad doesn't have a working "independant inspection" link.



> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Subject: RE: [Spridgets] ebay
> Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:03:40 -0700
>
> I sold one on eBay for $1000; only bid. It went ok. They lived 100-miles
> away but essentially bought it sight unseen. I think things have gotten
> better as there are inspection services offered in many areas. ...bill in
> oregon
> ========================================================
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 10:00 AM
> To: Spridgets
> Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
>
> Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?

From peter at nosimport.com  Wed Aug  5 12:36:47 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:36:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <521681.92312.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<521681.92312.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <200908051137689.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

At 12:51 PM 8/5/2009, David Booker wrote:
>  - David Booker
>'71 Midget bought in person from a stranger in South Jersey
==========
Frank?

They don't get much stranger.........



anon 

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Aug  5 12:50:44 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:50:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <624615.8654.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Reddy Kilowatt?
http://www.mascotcartoon.com/quiz_05.shtml

jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net> wrote:

From: 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 1:59 PM

A lot of you folks know the original sender <G> !!

-------- Original Message --------
Subject:     59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -
Date:     Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:47:27 -0700 (PDT)
From:     <uniquelittlecars




Interesting.

http://tinyurl.com/mkklz8

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 13:00:13 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:00:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>
Message-ID: <BAE60B40-7C53-4199-8518-05E57795367B@comcast.net>

I have purchased several cars on eBay, look for the pictures that they  
don't take!  The places that rust, the interior that you can't see in  
any pic.  Also, the feedback of the seller.  Honest ones will have  
100% or close to it.  Ask for more pics, ask for pics of the areas  
that concern you.  Be prepared to walk away.

I have purchased old SAABs, one Bugeye, and my XKE.  Happy with all of  
'em.

Lester


On Aug 5, 2009, at 1:00 PM, Mark wrote:

> It's a simple procedure:  GO LOOK AT IT!  I bought one once and  
> drove 700
> miles pulling a trailer to pick it up....it was junk.  Drove another  
> 700 miles
> home empty.
>
>
> Mark
> Nashville
> http://www.ArrestMeRed.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
>
> Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 13:00:43 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:00:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>
References: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908051200p6f70b221h429d167c8f9a4d82@mail.gmail.com>

So how does it leak oil??

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 12:59 PM, 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net> wrote:

> A lot of you folks know the original sender <G> !!
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject:        59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -
> Date:   Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:47:27 -0700 (PDT)
> From:   <uniquelittlecars
>
>
>
>
> Interesting.
>
> http://tinyurl.com/mkklz8
>
> or
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682
> <
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682
> >
>
>
> Vigil
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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Wed Aug  5 13:04:27 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 19:04:27 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets]  Brake Pads
Message-ID: <20090805.130427.16139.0@webmail11.dca.untd.com>

Larry-I really loved using the Hawk Blue pads, but you 're right about the
brake dust. Do look out for driving in the rain without wiping the brake dust
off, it seems to set up once it dries and becomes an absolute PITA to remove-
so wipe the brake dust off of your wheels frequently. I was considering going
to the Green stuff, now I don't know-Red Stuff?


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 13:42:55 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:42:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <20090804123810.29JP9.2904059.root@mp20>
References: <4A784384.13836.133919@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<20090804123810.29JP9.2904059.root@mp20>
Message-ID: <402188520908051242p3be49c77gf4c5a34a049d1a86@mail.gmail.com>

"Offal" or "awful" seem rather interchangeable homonyms in the circumstances...
There IS a reason that they had a piper marching around the table
during these "feasts"...
David L

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug  5 14:11:05 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:11:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <BAE60B40-7C53-4199-8518-05E57795367B@comcast.net>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl>,
	<55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT>,
	<BAE60B40-7C53-4199-8518-05E57795367B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A79E759.22048.1506EC0@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I've bought on eBay without problems EXCEPT when I bought my '65 A-H 
MKIII...
Big Bucks, Big pile of Junk
Pictures turned out to be many years old!!  Many, many problems 
(check the archives for my story)...

I strongly support the list sentiments... either get it checked out 
by a lister or by an independent inspector or go yourself...

I didn't, bur if I had done so I would have saved myself beaucoup 
bucks and lots of stress, and would not have bought the car.....

BTW, two years later, it's still in the garage and I'm still working 
on it  !!


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug  5 14:24:19 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:24:19 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Trike Morgans. Another LBC car.
In-Reply-To: <402188520908051242p3be49c77gf4c5a34a049d1a86@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4A784384.13836.133919@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<20090804123810.29JP9.2904059.root@mp20>,
	<402188520908051242p3be49c77gf4c5a34a049d1a86@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A79EA73.7755.15C8C3E@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I've noticed that two of the supermarkets around here still sell 
"Headcheese" ---- which ain't cheese... Yuk!

On 5 Aug 2009 at 14:42, David Lieb wrote:

>> "Offal" or "awful" seem rather interchangeable homonyms in the
>> circumstances...


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug  5 14:24:56 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:24:56 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908051200p6f70b221h429d167c8f9a4d82@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>,
	<e98d88090908051200p6f70b221h429d167c8f9a4d82@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A79EA98.20831.15D1C1E@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Tranny ??

On 5 Aug 2009 at 14:00, Brad Fornal wrote:

>> So how does it leak oil??


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Wed Aug  5 14:30:47 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:30:47 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <200908051137689.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <32742.77302.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:

>  - David Booker
>'71 Midget bought in person from a stranger in South Jersey
==========
Frank?
They don't get much stranger.........
anon
 
Yep - That's the stranger...

From kramer.allen at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 14:30:51 2009
From: kramer.allen at comcast.net (kramer.allen at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 20:30:51 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Ron,

You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a highway
with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I mention
we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay right on
top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still right on
top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
suggestion for dealing with these people?

Allen


----- Original Message -----
From: "Ron Soave" < soavero @yahoo.com>
To: " Spridgets " < spridgets @ autox .team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 4, 2009 11:07:33 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: [ Spridgets ] Had to share

I sent this to a few of you off list, but this was an excellent start to my
day. Since the Alfa oil pressure needle took up residence somewhat left of
center 2 months ago, I have been driving my Bugeye every chance that my
insurance policy allows. This morning, a guy in a white pickup in front of me
on a country road pulls over and waves me by. We get to a light and he pulls
up next to me and says "I had one in the sixties. I didn't want to spoil your
fun by being in front of you."

How cool is that?

Ron B 
_______________________________________________

From richb at u.washington.edu  Wed Aug  5 14:32:04 2009
From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:32:04 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Attaining One's Goals
Message-ID: <6F39B3E0FE3B4E9C93E7EC2BD44398B5@psych.washington.edu>

Over the past two weekends we have realized two long term goals for our
Midget.

On Saturday the 25th we drove the Midget about 30 miles to the Western
Washington All British Field Meet held in Bellevue.  Our car is a '76 Midget
that HAD been off the road since 1987.  It was picked up as a parts car by
another list member, Phil Jones, for the hard top that was on it.  Phil felt
the car was too solid to part out and put out a Craigslist ad offering the car
for free to anyone that was willing to put it back on the road.  My wife had a
'76 Midget before we met and had always wanted another, so I contacted Phil
and was able to pick up the car.  That was almost three years ago.  Over that
time we have had a few other priorities with health and home and kids, so not
much had been done to it.  I was able to get it running  and acquirer a title
out of Oregon during that time but it still needed all new brakes and tires to
be road worthy.  As the priorities thinned out this past winter we set the
goal of driving it to the ABFM in July.  With a boat load of new parts, some
old parts gathered here and there, rebuilding parts I wasn't willing to buy,
NOSHIT's I and II, and lots of advice from the list, we put the car safely and
legally (mostly) back on the road in Mid June for the first time in 22.  As
someone put it last night it's still a little scruffy looking but we are
driving it.

Our Granddaughter always liked to sit in "Grampa's little car"  and pretend to
drive.  About a year ago Susan asked her where she would like to go when the
car was ready. Her reply was "shopping".  When asked shopping for what?
"Shoes".  She was only 3 at the time.  I could see then that I was in trouble.
So Saturday Susan and Mackenzie with me and my grandson Logan following in the
Sag Wagon headed out to the mall and Nordstom's for the long awaited shoe
shopping trip.  Mackenzie loved the trip.  Hands in the air, sunglasses on.  I
was afraid she would not like the wind on her, but she was fine.  Susan's
already talking about her driving it.  I guess I have 12 years to deal with
that.

So a big THANK YOU to this list for helping us attain just a couple of our
goals.

Rich Ball
'76 Midget
Everett, Wa

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Wed Aug  5 14:50:36 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:50:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W4856621443623EB6FFA2FBB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?cat=17

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?p=581

This is ridiculous.
 
So the Safety Nazis from California have been emigrating North, huh?  This all
boils down to the deluded thought that the government is better-equipped to
protect the poor, stupid public than the public is themselves.  By ensuring
that all the original erquipment is still installed and functioning, they are
also protecting the rest of the population by assuring that they are not
breathing any more noxious fumes than is necessary.  Next they'll want us all
to find and mount our bumpers...
 
How can you change the rules after vehicles have been exempt for years, if not
decades?  Sounds like a fight is brewing, or at least should be brewing.  You
need to find some way to get a public outcry going.  I say "you" but I should
probably be saying "we".  If it goes unrestricted anywhere, it is likely to
spread elsewhere and eventually everywhere.  Beurocrats all think alike
everywhere. 
 
 - David

 

From na7db at yahoo.com  Wed Aug  5 15:06:28 2009
From: na7db at yahoo.com (brown dan)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:06:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W49B2888BD0CE10DDDD861FB80D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <956440.46070.qm@web111113.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

I have purchased 3 MG's on ebay.  I spoke to each one of the sellers before I
purchased.  I am happy with all 3 vehicles.  I reached a comfort level by
speaking with them before buying.
 
Also beware there are some who are not so honest.  One guy out of CA has tried
to sell a MGB for $9,500 four or 5 times.  He keeps getting offers at $2,500
to $3.000.  I pointed out that there had been a engine fire and asked him
about it.  He claimed to know nothing about it.  During his last attemp to
sell he deleted the picture with the hood that shows there was a fire.
 
Dan
 
72 Miget
73 MGB
53 TD

--- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:


From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] ebay
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 11:20 AM


This particular ad doesn't have a working "independant inspection" link.



> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Subject: RE: [Spridgets] ebay
> Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:03:40 -0700
>
> I sold one on eBay for $1000; only bid. It went ok. They lived 100-miles
> away but essentially bought it sight unseen. I think things have gotten
> better as there are inspection services offered in many areas. ...bill in
> oregon
> ========================================================
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 10:00 AM
> To: Spridgets
> Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
>
> Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Wed Aug  5 15:10:27 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:10:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>
References: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <E8EBF55505A342DA8D9C6B89846DA8C6@CatheyBPC>

Have seen this car in person.  Nicely done and easily converted back.  VERY 
limited in distance though.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "63ahbj7" <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 12:59 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]


>A lot of you folks know the original sender <G> !!
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -
> Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:47:27 -0700 (PDT)
> From: <uniquelittlecars
>
>
>
>
> Interesting.
>
> http://tinyurl.com/mkklz8
>
> or
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682
> <http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682>
>
>
> Vigil
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From mikey at b2systems.com  Wed Aug  5 15:31:25 2009
From: mikey at b2systems.com (mike rambour)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:31:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <4A79E759.22048.1506EC0@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <BAY112-W37AFE7FA15A51B8FB848DBB80D0@phx.gbl> ,
	<55AFF78989EB4D2CBA94F892AAA097EC@CT> ,
	<BAE60B40-7C53-4199-8518-05E57795367B@comcast.net>
	<4A79E759.22048.1506EC0@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <1249507885.4492.51.camel@WebBrowser>

 A friend suggested this to me which has worked out well when I bought
out of state cars.  He would send the owner one of those throw away
cameras, preferably one with 36 exposures and tell the owner to take all
the pictures in the camera, even if they thought it was a waste use up
all 36, then send the camera back.
  
 Once he got the camera back, he would get it developed and was sure of
one thing, the pictures were recent and usually more detailed than other
pics that the owner would take for selling.

  Yeah, its not cheap, you have to buy the cam for $10 (???) send it to
the owner, he would always FedEX and have FedEX pick it up, so $30 round
trip and then develop it for another $10-15, but if he was serious about
the car that was a CHEAP way to see if it was worth pursuing.

	mike

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug  5 15:34:45 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 17:34:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment
In-Reply-To: <328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BAY112-W4856621443623EB6FFA2FBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP30AC5F584F1C02CCD8E5A7B80D0@phx.gbl>

I think that it has always been in the books that pollution control devices
were not allowed to be tampered with or removed.  It's just that now they
are enforcing it to the Nth degree.  I would guess that the mechanics who do
the safety checks will not be turning a blind eye anymore.

 

  _____  

From: David Booker [mailto:tncarnut1 at yahoo.com] 
Sent: August 5, 2009 4:51 PM
To: Spridgets; robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment

 


--- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca
<robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?cat=17

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?p=581

This is ridiculous.

 

So the Safety Nazis from California have been emigrating North, huh?  This
all boils down to the deluded thought that the government is better-equipped
to protect the poor, stupid public than the public is themselves.  By
ensuring that all the original erquipment is still installed and
functioning, they are also protecting the rest of the population by assuring
that they are not breathing any more noxious fumes than is necessary.  Next
they'll want us all to find and mount our bumpers...

 

How can you change the rules after vehicles have been exempt for years, if
not decades?  Sounds like a fight is brewing, or at least should be brewing.
You need to find some way to get a public outcry going.  I say "you" but I
should probably be saying "we".  If it goes unrestricted anywhere, it is
likely to spread elsewhere and eventually everywhere.  Beurocrats all think
alike everywhere.  

 

 - David

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Wed Aug  5 15:49:26 2009
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:49:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A79FE66.2070309@frontiernet.net>

Keep a small can of marble sized rocks handy.  Throw a handful as high 
in the air as possible and, once the guy has a few hit his windshield, 
he should back off.  be prepared to exit in case he wants revenge.

Kate


kramer.allen at comcast.net wrote:
> Ron,
>
> You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a highway
> with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I mention
> we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay right on
> top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still right on
> top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?
>
> Allen

From soavero at yahoo.com  Wed Aug  5 15:52:20 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:52:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <4A79E759.22048.1506EC0@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <957890.2703.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I bought my Alfa off ebay. The biggest thing was calling the seller. It was obvious I was talking to an expert who'd owned the car for 25 years and not a salesman or shyster. The car was also relatively close to me, but I bought it sight unseen. But definitely call and talk to the person. I've done that with every car I've really been interested in since, and it is amazing what you can discern in a short conversation.

Regards,
ron

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Wed Aug  5 15:54:40 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (David Woerpel)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:54:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!!
Message-ID: <4A79FFA0.2060107@wi.net>

Holy-moly!  Whilst looking at   
http://www.team.net/sol/britpart.html     for a source of Bugeye brake 
drums (still haven't found any new ones) I found that the above link 
sends me to a whole 'nother "parts" catalog.  What was the signature 
line of a lister....something about twin SU's.......  ;-)  

Dave W.
Burlington WI  (wait a minute, I think my cheese is melting!)

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 15:57:19 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:57:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment
In-Reply-To: <328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BAY112-W4856621443623EB6FFA2FBB80D0@phx.gbl>
	<328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908051457w73ed0a9exfaab1d9548d1e64d@mail.gmail.com>

I wish I could blame this type of thing on bureaucrats alone but in truth
most of the blame belongs on the average car owner for not getting engaged
with their government. Until the public takes the government and the carious
bureaucracies to task for their ignorance, they will keep doing stupid
things. If people don't get off their duff and contest what their government
does, they deserve what they get.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 3:50 PM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> --- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?cat=17
>
> http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/?p=581
>
> This is ridiculous.
>
> So the Safety Nazis from California have been emigrating North, huh?  This
> all
> boils down to the deluded thought that the government is better-equipped to
> protect the poor, stupid public than the public is themselves.  By ensuring
> that all the original erquipment is still installed and functioning, they
> are
> also protecting the rest of the population by assuring that they are not
> breathing any more noxious fumes than is necessary.  Next they'll want us
> all
> to find and mount our bumpers...
>
> How can you change the rules after vehicles have been exempt for years, if
> not
> decades?  Sounds like a fight is brewing, or at least should be brewing.
>  You
> need to find some way to get a public outcry going.  I say "you" but I
> should
> probably be saying "we".  If it goes unrestricted anywhere, it is likely to
> spread elsewhere and eventually everywhere.  Beurocrats all think alike
> everywhere.
>
>  - David
>
>
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--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 15:58:28 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:58:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] pollution control equipment
In-Reply-To: <328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <328462.86541.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A7A0084.10701@comcast.net>

<< Beurocrats all think alike everywhere. >>

TRUE, David B.<G> !!

In light of this subject I would suggest contacting your area's
SEMA rep.

I used to get the News Letter, but it seems to be NOT arriving (most likely
because of my Electronic He||<F>)!!

Me

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 16:08:29 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 17:08:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 3:30 PM, <kramer.allen at comcast.net> wrote:
>
>   I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?


Old motorcyclist's trick.  Carry a little bag of large ball bearings. Enough
to fill your hand. Motion the guy to back off.  If he doesn't toss all the
ball bearings over your shoulder.
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Aug  5 16:21:29 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:21:29 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <E8EBF55505A342DA8D9C6B89846DA8C6@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <20090805182129.RSZ4G.1247198.root@mp15>

I saw a well done 76 Midget converted to electric.  The builder (home) claimed about 80 miles range before lengthy recharge.

He sold me his freshly rebuilt 1500 from the car.

My gain his loss.  I have great range on the 76 car it went into.


---- ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: 
> Have seen this car in person.  Nicely done and easily converted back.  VERY 
> limited in distance though.
> 
> Leo
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "63ahbj7" <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>
> To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 12:59 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
> 
> 
> >A lot of you folks know the original sender <G> !!
> >
> > -------- Original Message --------
> > Subject: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -
> > Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:47:27 -0700 (PDT)
> > From: <uniquelittlecars
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Interesting.
> >
> > http://tinyurl.com/mkklz8
> >
> > or
> >
> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682
> > <http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330349995682>
> >
> >
> > Vigil
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From billmasq at hotmail.com  Wed Aug  5 16:25:57 2009
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:25:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Original bugeye ash layout
In-Reply-To: <E1A56B15B3974A0A8208E83847AA69E5@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <E1A56B15B3974A0A8208E83847AA69E5@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <BLU107-W199B4C35524E2DC1D18A3ACA0D0@phx.gbl>

Jim
Did I give you a CD of the "Sprite Book" at LOTO?
It has some really good illustrations of the Bugeye dashboard.
Bill

> From: jimndi at frontiernet.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 23:08:27 -0400
> Subject: [Spridgets] Original bugeye ash layout
>
> I removed what I thought was an "original" dashboard from my 60 BE
yesterday
> and when I stripped off the vinyl, I found 2 extra holes near the center.
one
> looks like it would accomodate a cig lighter and the other, possibly, a
toggle
> switch. Does anyone have an accurate depiction of the exact dashboard
layout
> of a 60 BE?  could the lighter hole be an option? Any help appreciated. I'm
> not doing a concours restoration, I just need to fill the holes if somone
> added them.
>
> Jim
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_________________________________________________________________
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From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Aug  5 16:28:29 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:28:29 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
In-Reply-To: <956440.46070.qm@web111113.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20090805182829.5QE12.1247508.root@mp15>

On the other hand tjhere are those (like our clever listers) who are on the up and up.

I have been trying to sell a Midget for a few months and one next step would be eBay.

Here it is

http://healey.org/content/view/477/249/


---- brown dan <na7db at yahoo.com> wrote: 
> I have purchased 3 MG's on ebay.  I spoke to each one of the sellers before I
> purchased.  I am happy with all 3 vehicles.  I reached a comfort level by
> speaking with them before buying.
>  
> Also beware there are some who are not so honest.  One guy out of CA has tried
> to sell a MGB for $9,500 four or 5 times.  He keeps getting offers at $2,500
> to $3.000.  I pointed out that there had been a engine fire and asked him
> about it.  He claimed to know nothing about it.  During his last attemp to
> sell he deleted the picture with the hood that shows there was a fire.
>  
> Dan
>  
> 72 Miget
> 73 MGB
> 53 TD
> 
> --- On Wed, 8/5/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
> 
> 
> From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] ebay
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 11:20 AM
> 
> 
> This particular ad doesn't have a working "independant inspection" link.
> 
> 
> 
> > From: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> > To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> > Subject: RE: [Spridgets] ebay
> > Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:03:40 -0700
> >
> > I sold one on eBay for $1000; only bid. It went ok. They lived 100-miles
> > away but essentially bought it sight unseen. I think things have gotten
> > better as there are inspection services offered in many areas. ...bill in
> > oregon
> > ========================================================
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> > robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> > Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 10:00 AM
> > To: Spridgets
> > Subject: [Spridgets] ebay
> >
> > Does anyone want to advise me of the dangers of buying a car on ebay?
> You are subscribed as na7db at yahoo.com
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Wed Aug  5 16:40:06 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 17:40:06 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <4A79EA98.20831.15D1C1E@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>,
	<e98d88090908051200p6f70b221h429d167c8f9a4d82@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A79EA98.20831.15D1C1E@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <EBAF7F66E7D24D98B599BE14BFC0C8FA@CatheyBPC>

No tranny.  Direct drive.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dave G." <kk7ss at verizon.net>
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 3:24 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]


> Tranny ??
> 
> On 5 Aug 2009 at 14:00, Brad Fornal wrote:
> 
>>> So how does it leak oil??
> 
> 
> --
> Dave G.   KK7SS
> '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
> 
> If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
> alive !!
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Wed Aug  5 16:42:20 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (David Woerpel)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:42:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!!
In-Reply-To: <4A79FFA0.2060107@wi.net>
References: <4A79FFA0.2060107@wi.net>
Message-ID: <4A7A0ACC.9040104@wi.net>

Oops, I was so shook up I forgot to tell you to scroll down to: VIP Parts.
Boy, that shower felt good!

David Woerpel wrote:
> Holy-moly!  Whilst looking at   
> http://www.team.net/sol/britpart.html     for a source of Bugeye brake 
> drums (still haven't found any new ones) I found that the above link 
> sends me to a whole 'nother "parts" catalog.  What was the signature 
> line of a lister....something about twin SU's.......  ;-) 
> Dave W.
> Burlington WI  (wait a minute, I think my cheese is melting!)

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug  5 16:44:02 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:44:02 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: 59 AH -BE - MK 1 - Electric -]
In-Reply-To: <EBAF7F66E7D24D98B599BE14BFC0C8FA@CatheyBPC>
References: <4A79C890.5030301@comcast.net>,
	<4A79EA98.20831.15D1C1E@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<EBAF7F66E7D24D98B599BE14BFC0C8FA@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <4A7A0B32.16341.1DC7660@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Oops..  Sorry... meant to say "Differential'

On 5 Aug 2009 at 17:40, ldsp wrote:
>> No tranny.  Direct drive.

--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From grday at btinternet.com  Wed Aug  5 16:53:15 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 23:53:15 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
References: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <98548D89E5024A47A05700C684C37CE2@dell330>

The safe way is to do just what you did, give it a couple of minutes and 
then re-join and continue.
One way a USA based lister suggested when this topic came up in the past was 
to have a pile of scrap nuts or change that could be thrown up in the air as 
you were driving along.  But, that could be a little dangerous.  I suppose 
gun practise is out as well!
Over here in the UK most will pass as dangerously as possible.
Guy R Day


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <kramer.allen at comcast.net>
To: "Ron Soave" <soavero at yahoo.com>
Cc: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:30 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share


> Ron,
>
> You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a highway
> with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I 
> mention
> we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay right 
> on
> top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still right 
> on
> top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?
>
> Allen
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Ron Soave" < soavero @yahoo.com>
> To: " Spridgets " < spridgets @ autox .team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 4, 2009 11:07:33 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
> Subject: [ Spridgets ] Had to share
>
> I sent this to a few of you off list, but this was an excellent start to 
> my
> day. Since the Alfa oil pressure needle took up residence somewhat left of
> center 2 months ago, I have been driving my Bugeye every chance that my
> insurance policy allows. This morning, a guy in a white pickup in front of 
> me
> on a country road pulls over and waves me by. We get to a light and he 
> pulls
> up next to me and says "I had one in the sixties. I didn't want to spoil 
> your
> fun by being in front of you."
>
> How cool is that?
>
> Ron B
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Wed Aug  5 16:54:41 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:54:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A7A0DB1.4040401@sbcglobal.net>

kramer.allen at comcast.net wrote:
> Ron,
>
> You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a highway
> with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I mention
> we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay right on
> top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still right on
> top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?
>
> Allen
>
>   
Flip open taillights with 50 caliber machine guns?

Nah, maybe a bit too strong.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 17:01:00 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:01:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908051601o6fa94aebl59cb36431307647a@mail.gmail.com>

> Old motorcyclist's trick.  Carry a little bag of large ball bearings.
Enough
> to fill your hand. Motion the guy to back off.  If he doesn't toss all the
> ball bearings over your shoulder.

I would not care for the legal ramifications of that action myself...

Unfortunately, it does not work well with a stock Bugeye, but I have
found that about the only thing I can do to deter a tailgater is to
rest my left foot on the brake just enough to activate the brake
lights, and JUST LEAVE IT THERE. After a few miles, they seem to
realize that they have no way of knowing what you are going to do and
it starts to make them nervous; especially if you have done some
acceleration and decelleration exercises. If I were to have enough
issues with this in my Bugeye, I  would be tempted to add a toggle
switch that simply turns the brake lights on (with a telltale light to
remind me).

Otherwise, few drivers will tolerate doing 10mph under the posted
limit for very long. Neither will I, for that matter ;-)
David L

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Wed Aug  5 17:05:42 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:05:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <92710C63665A41BEA208E509CBEAB43C@spider>

Walk away; pull off like you did. These are people you would not choose to
meet on a good day.  ...bill in oregon
================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
kramer.allen at comcast.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 1:31 PM
To: Ron Soave
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share

Ron,

You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a highway
with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I
mention
we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay right on
top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still right on
top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
suggestion for dealing with these people?

Allen

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Wed Aug  5 17:27:39 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:27:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A7A156B.9010208@sbcglobal.net>


From pythias at pacifier.com  Wed Aug  5 17:42:57 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:42:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Re:  Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1166007894.20090805163343@pacifier.com>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<1166007894.20090805163343@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <1522982603.20090805164257@pacifier.com>

This is a forwarded message

Hello kramer,

     Two thoughts.. .. the handful of ball bearings or pennies Is a
     good trick, but could be considered rather malicious.

     I have slowed down, and down, then punched it, opening up a gap. When/if
     the intransigent closes the gap, I do it again. If I have to do
     it a third time, I hit the head lights when I let off the gas,
     letting them SEE brake lights that aren't really brake lights,
     and I go slow clear down to 40 mph or less on the freeway. At
     that point they will have had enough of MY erratic driving and
     pull around.

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Microbiology Lab:  Staph Only!

===8<===========End of original message text===========

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 17:44:53 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:44:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908051644n72bddee4p1abb3d23a9897c29@mail.gmail.com>

"Tire Spikes" work well.

And you don't have to worry about the SOB chasing you down!

Easy to make....

As to the other cars with flats, collateral damage.

From pythias at pacifier.com  Wed Aug  5 17:48:35 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:48:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting item on EBay - Austin Healey Infant Seat
In-Reply-To: <FADC12E070F6474FBE7B13DE80055EF5@CatheyBPC>
References: <F8D7C28D7BBC4DE3A0FC3023387FA44F@cooper><4A78C1BE.5060700@comcast.net>
	<897B945E32BA46BCA7BB034950C2FD54@dell1>
	<FADC12E070F6474FBE7B13DE80055EF5@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <19910263586.20090805164835@pacifier.com>

Hello ldsp,

    In the case of some Ferraris, they say that all you have to have
    it the original VIN plate. The rest of the car having been
    completely replaced, it is still considered THE original car.

    I have wondered at what point something is considered
    "restored"?

    Is a new paint job a restoration? . how about a new interior? ..
    rebuilding the motor and tranny?  redoing the suspension? .. or
    does it have to be all of them? .. and what if they were done 5
    years apart?... or 10 years... ..

    But you know me leo. All I really care about it can i DRIVE it,
    and how far. 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  [We are all time travelers.  We travel one day into the future every 24 hours.]

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 17:51:53 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 16:51:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!!
In-Reply-To: <4A7A0ACC.9040104@wi.net>
References: <4A79FFA0.2060107@wi.net> <4A7A0ACC.9040104@wi.net>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908051651t3854a118o275e0f48d1ce78ed@mail.gmail.com>

I'm afraid to 'click' on any link on that site.  Bad virus stuff perhaps.
Have you Dave?

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Wed Aug  5 17:58:36 2009
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:58:36 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <4A7A0DB1.4040401@sbcglobal.net>
References: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<4A7A0DB1.4040401@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <4A7A1CAC.60409@frontiernet.net>

It sounded like a pretty big truck.  .50 is probably just about right.

Kate
>>
>>
>>   
> Flip open taillights with 50 caliber machine guns?
>
> Nah, maybe a bit too strong.
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From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Wed Aug  5 18:14:55 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:14:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!! - now seatbelt recall
In-Reply-To: <mailman.21163.1249512816.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.21163.1249512816.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A7A207F.2030909@sbcglobal.net>

The first item on the SOL site talks about the seat belt recall for late 
model BL cars. I remember writing them about this maybe 15 years ago and 
never heard anything. Is this still valid? Did anybody get this to work?

Just wondering, although my original belts still work fine.

http://www.team.net/sol/seatbelt.html

Lee

-------------------------------------------


Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:54:40 -0500
From: David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!!
To: SPRIDGETS <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A79FFA0.2060107 at wi.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed

Holy-moly!  Whilst looking at
http://www.team.net/sol/britpart.html     for a source of Bugeye brake
drums (still haven't found any new ones) I found that the above link
sends me to a whole 'nother "parts" catalog.  What was the signature
line of a lister....something about twin SU's.......   ;-)

Dave W.
Burlington WI  (wait a minute, I think my cheese is melting!)

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Wed Aug  5 18:29:45 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 19:29:45 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!!
In-Reply-To: <2ad6c6b10908051651t3854a118o275e0f48d1ce78ed@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4A79FFA0.2060107@wi.net> <4A7A0ACC.9040104@wi.net>
	<2ad6c6b10908051651t3854a118o275e0f48d1ce78ed@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <52006.173.109.190.238.1249518585.squirrel@wm.wi.net>

> I'm afraid to 'click' on any link on that site.  Bad virus stuff perhaps.
> Have you Dave?
>

I haven't had a problem....yet; but then it's the 1st time I've visited
those sights in a couple of years.  Good point.
Dave W.

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Wed Aug  5 18:41:05 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:41:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <4A7A1CAC.60409@frontiernet.net>
References: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<4A7A0DB1.4040401@sbcglobal.net> <4A7A1CAC.60409@frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4A7A26A1.5000500@comcast.net>

<<.50 is probably just about right. >>

I WAS gonna side with bearing (1st small ones = Warning;
2nd Big ones = action) but since Kate has 'offered up'
a decent weapon, I would much "prefer" RPG.

Totally effective <VBEG>!!

From millerls at ado13.com  Wed Aug  5 19:43:19 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:43:19 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
	<e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CB913B9E-7D5F-4B59-BEF1-70DCDA5159EB@ado13.com>

Hi Brad

You can go to http://ado13.com/listinfo.html and enter all of the info  
or you can email me with the changes. If you email me with the changes  
I need to know what the  email address you were using when you last  
entered your info.

Larry


On Aug 5, 2009, at 8:28 AM, Brad Fornal wrote:

> How would I update my information on this page? Mr. Miller??
>
> Brad
>
> On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 9:36 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>
>> Every once in a while, I bump into this:
>>
>>
>>
>> http://www.ado13.com/list/email/files/Sprite%20MKIII.htm

From millerls at ado13.com  Wed Aug  5 20:17:57 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 19:17:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] strange names
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908051010k33aac7e0y5aaf25555ce2a55@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W5665AF2D361AE6EF4D2769B80D0@phx.gbl>
	<e98d88090908050828k5b931f0fn47ea35ee4763cca@mail.gmail.com>
	<185F113E197345C8B11EA3AE1FEEC629@cooper>
	<e98d88090908051010k33aac7e0y5aaf25555ce2a55@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <06B4ED48-9835-4F9D-8A90-3435D2A5E345@ado13.com>

Brad is correct. I do own ado13.com.

The ado13.com list is still active and I get a few new entries each  
year.

Top of the list is at http://ado13.com/list/email/files/LIST.HTM

You can add your info at http://ado13.com/listinfo.html

Larry

From wmseverin at charter.net  Wed Aug  5 20:25:15 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 21:25:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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I've been known to toss a handful of change in the air when dogged by a tail
gater....

> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of kramer.allen at comcast.net
> Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 3:31 PM
> To: Ron Soave
> Cc: Spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share
> 
> Ron,
> 
> You had a better experience than I did the other night. I was on a
> highway
> with a roll back truck about 10 feet off the back of my bugeye . Did I
> mention
> we were doing 65 - 70 mph!!! I would speed up the driver would stay
> right on
> top of me. I would slow down to try and get him to pass......still
> right on
> top of me. I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?
> 
> Allen

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug  5 21:21:36 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:21:36 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <00a601ca163d$226b1660$67414320$@net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>,
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>,
	<00a601ca163d$226b1660$67414320$@net>
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You mean you actually *pay* them to tailgate you ???    ;^D

On 5 Aug 2009 at 21:25, Wm. Severin Thompson wrote:

>> I've been known to toss a handful of change in the air when dogged by
>> a tail gater....


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 23:34:59 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:34:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <4A7A156B.9010208@sbcglobal.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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That's a thought.  I don't own a motorcycle that wouldn't outrun "Gomer in
his big truck" but the Spridget is another story...   ;-)

A 911 call to report a reckless driver...?   Its worked for me before....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 6:27 PM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>wrote:

>  Jim Johnson wrote:
>
> On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 3:30 PM, <kramer.allen at comcast.net> <kramer.allen at comcast.net> wrote:
>
>
>    I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> suggestion for dealing with these people?
>
>
>  Old motorcyclist's trick.  Carry a little bag of large ball bearings. Enough
> to fill your hand. Motion the guy to back off.  If he doesn't toss all the
> ball bearings over your shoulder.
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>  Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
> not
> sure about the former.  - Albert Einstein
> ______________________________________________
>
>
>  I've heard of that technique for years -- at first while riding a
> motorcycle, too.  Actually, the first time I heard it, the story was to toss
> old used spark plugs.  Then I thought about the possible results of this
> action.  One is that the clown gets a clue and backs off.  Another is that
> Gomer in his big truck gets pissed off and runs your sorry ass over on your
> bike or Spridget.
>
> Good Idea?  Uh, maybe not.
>
> Just pull over to the side of the road and let the mutt pass you.

From millerls at ado13.com  Wed Aug  5 23:35:27 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2009 22:35:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <4A7A4C40.20315.2DA951C@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>,
	<1341056086.9713681249504251452.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>,
	<00a601ca163d$226b1660$67414320$@net>
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Depends on the road, 4 lane, wait for opening and move to left lane,  
slow down and move back to the right when he goes by. Two lane, I do  
the same but would never recommend this maneuver to anyone else.

From flyfisha2181 at yahoo.com  Thu Aug  6 04:38:53 2009
From: flyfisha2181 at yahoo.com (John Gosselin)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 03:38:53 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] CO dectecter
Message-ID: <278043.83289.qm@web44816.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

My 74 midget just keeps on plugging,  My wife and I enjoy riding around town
on these warm summer evenings.  As the engine gets tired she tends to smoke a
little more these days, especially when leaving intersections,  We did happen
to notice it's starting to smell.   Upon our return from our evening cruise
the other night my wife walked by the CO detector in the house and it went
off!!  Guess it's time for that engine swap!!
 
Goss in NH

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Aug  6 06:29:34 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 12:29:34 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908052234k2169ebaat453d0aac701fafe6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <39727.41929.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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	<43840a7e0908051508q2a3bff10h5e49d0de6f394eeb@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A7A156B.9010208@sbcglobal.net> 
	<43840a7e0908052234k2169ebaat453d0aac701fafe6@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W46C5006C5291B5DCEE66BBB80A0@phx.gbl>

I personally think he did about right in exiting.  ( What do you do if he
follows you off? )  Slowing down is the 'official way' to deal with tailgaters
according to my driver's ed class of (yikes!) 35 years ago.



The spark plugs and/or ball bearings might work for some people, but you could
be starting something that he'll finish.  What're you going to throw at him
when he pulls a pistol?  By his behaviour, I would guess that he's looking for
an opportunity for a confrontation, but I have driven with people who tailgate
and think nothing of it.  Another possibilty is that he has an accident and
you have to live with the results of your actions.



The 911 call sounds good too, though you might get a ticket for using the
phone while driving! :)



Hey while we're on the subject, I wouldn't drive a mobile home for the life of
me.  Almost every one I see being driven has a car following it about 4 feet
behind!!! ;)



RD

> Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:34:59 -0500
> From: bmwwxman at gmail.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share
>
> That's a thought. I don't own a motorcycle that wouldn't outrun "Gomer in
> his big truck" but the Spridget is another story... ;-)
>
> A 911 call to report a reckless driver...? Its worked for me before....
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 6:27 PM, Larry Daniels
<ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>wrote:
>
> > Jim Johnson wrote:
> >
> > On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 3:30 PM, <kramer.allen at comcast.net>
<kramer.allen at comcast.net> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I finally had enough and exited the highway. Anyone have any
> > suggestion for dealing with these people?
> >
> >
> > Old motorcyclist's trick. Carry a little bag of large ball bearings.
Enough
> > to fill your hand. Motion the guy to back off. If he doesn't toss all the
> > ball bearings over your shoulder.
> > --
> > Cheers!!
> > Jim
> > Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
> > not
> > sure about the former. - Albert Einstein
> > ______________________________________________
> >
> >
> > I've heard of that technique for years -- at first while riding a
> > motorcycle, too. Actually, the first time I heard it, the story was to
toss
> > old used spark plugs. Then I thought about the possible results of this
> > action. One is that the clown gets a clue and backs off. Another is that
> > Gomer in his big truck gets pissed off and runs your sorry ass over on
your
> > bike or Spridget.
> >
> > Good Idea? Uh, maybe not.
> >
> > Just pull over to the side of the road and let the mutt pass you.

> You are subscribed as robertduquette at sympatico.ca
>
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Thu Aug  6 09:09:25 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 08:09:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W46C5006C5291B5DCEE66BBB80A0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
> The spark plugs and/or ball bearings might work for some
> people, but you could
> be starting something that he'll finish. 

Yeah - Ball bearings and other foreign object debris should not be added to
the road by Spridget drivers, please. I hope you guys are joking.

Ron

From heard at datatrontech.net  Thu Aug  6 10:02:37 2009
From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 12:02:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BAY112-W46C5006C5291B5DCEE66BBB80A0@phx.gbl>
	<909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <07c401ca16af$5185c6d0$1801010a@xp>

Agreed.  I just keep slowing down.  Not slamming on the brakes or anything
like that.  Just slowing down gradually.  Sooner or later they get pissed
and pass me.  Usually they are telling me I'm number 1 as they pass but I
just wave and smile.

Heard

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ron Soave
Sent: Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:09 AM
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca
<robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
> The spark plugs and/or ball bearings might work for some people, but 
> you could be starting something that he'll finish.

Yeah - Ball bearings and other foreign object debris should not be added to
the road by Spridget drivers, please. I hope you guys are joking.

Ron
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From kk7ss at verizon.net  Thu Aug  6 10:40:35 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 09:40:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <07c401ca16af$5185c6d0$1801010a@xp>
References: <BAY112-W46C5006C5291B5DCEE66BBB80A0@phx.gbl>,
	<909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>,
	<07c401ca16af$5185c6d0$1801010a@xp>
Message-ID: <4A7B0783.13140.3A4E8D@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Trivia time....

We can thank the French at the Battle of Crecy for that little piece 
of symbolism  <GRIN>

On 6 Aug 2009 at 12:02, Heard wrote:
>> Usually they are telling me I'm number 1 as they pass but I
>> just wave and smile.

--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Thu Aug  6 10:56:25 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 11:56:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BC10CFBD-D9CA-46FA-9783-1F091B03FC02@comcast.net>

Of course you meant to say, ".. should not be added to the road ON  
PURPOSE by Spridget owners.." right?  ;-)

Lester




On Aug 6, 2009, at 10:09 AM, Ron Soave wrote:

> --- On Thu, 8/6/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca 
> >
> wrote:
>> The spark plugs and/or ball bearings might work for some
>> people, but you could
>> be starting something that he'll finish.
>
> Yeah - Ball bearings and other foreign object debris should not be  
> added to
> the road by Spridget drivers, please. I hope you guys are joking.
>
> Ron
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From racerbob70 at yahoo.com  Thu Aug  6 11:19:01 2009
From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com (Bob Van Kirk)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 10:19:01 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Re:  Had to share
Message-ID: <478963.83082.qm@web51603.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

  Seems one of the tricks down here in Hotlanta is to adjust your
windshield waher nozzles to shoot over your car  and you get extra points if
you have an SUV with a rear window washer. HEHE!
 
 

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
> The spark plugs and/or ball bearings might work for some
> people, but you could
> be starting something that he'll finish.

Yeah - Ball bearings and other foreign object debris should not be added to
the road by Spridget drivers, please. I hope you guys are joking.

Ron

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Aug  6 12:09:00 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 13:09:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Re: Had to share
In-Reply-To: <478963.83082.qm@web51603.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <478963.83082.qm@web51603.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908061109s1c273f1dse1b8306d7efedaf1@mail.gmail.com>

>  Seems one of the tricks down here in Hotlanta is to adjust your
> windshield waher nozzles to shoot over your car  and you get extra points
if
> you have an SUV with a rear window washer. HEHE!

Anybody sell a supercharger for Spridget squirts?
David L

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Thu Aug  6 12:24:51 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:24:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <BC10CFBD-D9CA-46FA-9783-1F091B03FC02@comcast.net>
References: <909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>,
	<BC10CFBD-D9CA-46FA-9783-1F091B03FC02@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A7B1FF3.18038.99C5B1@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Driving back from the big Healey meet in Colorado (several years ago.-
 the man himself was there ) I saw a great bumper sticker -- White 
letters on a Black background...  I wish I could find one...

"All parts falling off this car are of the FINEST British 
Craftsmanship"

On 6 Aug 2009 at 11:56, Lester wrote:

>> Of course you meant to say, ".. should not be added to the road ON 
>> PURPOSE by Spridget owners.." right?  ;-)

--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Thu Aug  6 12:32:52 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 11:32:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!! - now seatbelt recall
Message-ID: <6cfc01ca16c4$4ece6270$116a010a@mail2world.com>

I looked into this about 7-8 years ago, and got nowhere. Now with
whatever was left of BL owned by the Chinese, I doubt you'll get
anywhere either.
 
-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Lee Fox [lee.fox at sbcglobal.net]
Sent: 8/5/2009 8:16:55 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!! - now seatbelt recall 

The first item on the SOL site talks about the seat belt recall for late
model BL cars. I remember writing them about this maybe 15 years ago and
never heard anything. Is this still valid? Did anybody get this to work?
Just wondering, although my original belts still work fine. 

http://www.team.net/sol/seatbelt.html 

Lee 

------------------------------------------- 


Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:54:40 -0500 
From: David Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net> 
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!! 
To: SPRIDGETS <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Message-ID: <4A79FFA0.2060107 at wi.net> 
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed 

Holy-moly! Whilst looking at 
http://www.team.net/sol/britpart.html for a source of Bugeye brake 
drums (still haven't found any new ones) I found that the above link 
sends me to a whole 'nother "parts" catalog. What was the signature 
line of a lister....something about twin SU's....... ;-) 

Dave W. 
Burlington WI (wait a minute, I think my cheese is melting!) 
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Aug  6 13:21:28 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 14:21:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non-NOS Parts!! - now seatbelt recall
In-Reply-To: <6cfc01ca16c4$4ece6270$116a010a@mail2world.com>
References: <6cfc01ca16c4$4ece6270$116a010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908061221y41a2d0d1n1e26571c836ee313@mail.gmail.com>

> I looked into this about 7-8 years ago, and got nowhere. Now with
> whatever was left of BL owned by the Chinese, I doubt you'll get
> anywhere either.

They did actually exist at one point...
When I bought my MGB years ago (had not yet discovered Spridgets), a
neighbor saw it and brought me over the replacement belts he had
gotten for his and never installed. Still in boxes. I think they went
with the B when I sold it.
David L

From conan at intrex.net  Thu Aug  6 14:11:17 2009
From: conan at intrex.net (conan)
Date: Thu,  6 Aug 2009 16:11:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <200908061611.AA3095003422@intrex.net>

  Instead of ball-bearings, how 'bout paint balls?  The ones used in paint-ball guns generally use a water soluable paint so they can be easily washed off.  Available at WallyWorld.
  Ed in NC

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Thu Aug  6 14:33:54 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:33:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 49 States in 9 Days
Message-ID: <4A7B3E32.5050301@sbcglobal.net>

Sounds like fun.

http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/article/9_days_in_49_states/

From pythias at pacifier.com  Thu Aug  6 17:49:33 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 16:49:33 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Re:  Had to share
In-Reply-To: <278738732.20090806164852@pacifier.com>
References: <BAY112-W46C5006C5291B5DCEE66BBB80A0@phx.gbl>,
	<909042.92168.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>,
	<07c401ca16af$5185c6d0$1801010a@xp>
	<4A7B0783.13140.3A4E8D@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<278738732.20090806164852@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <1103772689.20090806164933@pacifier.com>

hello,

>We can thank the French at the Battle of Crecy for that little piece
>of symbolism  <GRIN>

If you are talking about the one finger salute, it's much older than
FRANCE itself. .. It is recorded that Demosthenes in ancient Athens
held up his middle finger at a rival and said something like..

"here, sit on THIS!" and the gesture has retained roughly the same
meaning ever since... if not BEFORE that even...


-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                            mailto:pythias at pacifier.com

 Old musicians never die, they just decompose.

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Thu Aug  6 18:01:29 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:01:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 3M seam sealer
Message-ID: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>

I got the following reply to a question about 3M seam sealers:

(Some of your seam sealers are called "bare metal."  Does that mean
all other sealers must be put on over primer?)

You are correct in your understanding. Most autobody seam sealers do not
contain anti-corrosion agents and should be applied over an anti-corrosive
coating or primer to protect metal beneath the seam sealer. An exception to
this is the 3M(TM) Automix(TM) Bare-Metal Seam Sealer - Beige, 08310 which
does correct an anti-corrosion agent specifically to allow the seam sealer
to be applied directly to bare metals.

Best Regards,

Jonathan

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Aug  6 18:53:52 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:53:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 3M seam sealer
In-Reply-To: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>
References: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>
Message-ID: <4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>

Michael, 1st THANKS for doing the research<G>!!

BUT and 2nd:

<<An exception to this is the 3M(TM) Automix(TM) Bare-Metal Seam Sealer 
- Beige, 08310 whichdoes correct an anti-corrosion agent specifically to 
allow the seam sealerto be applied directly to bare metals.>>

I think I (& most of us??) would rather that Jonathan say "...which does 
CONTAIN..." ?!?

I mean WHAT is he saying is "...correct an anti-..." ?!?

Ed

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Aug  6 19:24:56 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 20:24:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 3M seam sealer
In-Reply-To: <4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>
References: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>
	<4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <402188520908061824n77628cb3o3b9d3981bf2727d9@mail.gmail.com>

2009/8/6 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>:
> Michael, 1st THANKS for doing the research<G>!!
>
> BUT and 2nd:
>
> <<An exception to this is the 3M(TM) Automix(TM) Bare-Metal Seam Sealer -
> Beige, 08310 whichdoes correct an anti-corrosion agent specifically to allow
> the seam sealerto be applied directly to bare metals.>>
>
> I think I (& most of us??) would rather that Jonathan say "...which does
> CONTAIN..." ?!?
>
> I mean WHAT is he saying is "...correct an anti-..." ?!?

Ya see, Jonathan is trying to sound as if the info is coming from an
actual human bean rather than a help engine that merely regurgitates
information.
David L

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Thu Aug  6 19:25:08 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 18:25:08 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing
In-Reply-To: <1954AA08D8ADA149BAEC82BF09849E47016D59DE@EXDRESBENMX009.numonyx.local>
References: <AcoWwsabyVU3JlMnQBKq5q3XNizDIgAAM7HAAAIw8yA=>
	<1954AA08D8ADA149BAEC82BF09849E47016D59DE@EXDRESBENMX009.numonyx.local>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908061825h11cdecf5wb4826296970fb73c@mail.gmail.com>

 This is a mess





Check this out!




> READ FIRST
>
>
>
> Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup

> Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
> onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
>
> "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
>
> Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he

> saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
>
> "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
> Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
> car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where

> the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
> there like on the freeway.
>
>
>
> "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.

> Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's

> a coyote.'"
>
> "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
> terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
> where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
> because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
> grille a little bit.'"

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Aug  6 19:42:15 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 21:42:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 3M seam sealer
In-Reply-To: <4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>
References: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>
	<4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP423E54E263BB59689B1FEB80B0@phx.gbl>

I think that the word 'correct' should be 'contain'.



-----Original Message-----


Michael, 1st THANKS for doing the research<G>!!

BUT and 2nd:

<<An exception to this is the 3M(TM) Automix(TM) Bare-Metal Seam Sealer 
- Beige, 08310 whichdoes correct an anti-corrosion agent specifically to 
allow the seam sealerto be applied directly to bare metals.>>

I think I (& most of us??) would rather that Jonathan say "...which does 
CONTAIN..." ?!?

I mean WHAT is he saying is "...correct an anti-..." ?!?

Ed

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Thu Aug  6 20:29:05 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 19:29:05 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing
In-Reply-To: <2ad6c6b10908061825h11cdecf5wb4826296970fb73c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <201727.99952.qm@web36808.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK - we're hooked...  Unfortunately, attachments don't work on the list.  Help
us out with a link, please!
 
 - David Booker
Long Island

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:


From: WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing
To: "Spridgeteers" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Wedge List"
<tr8 at mercury.lcs.mit.edu>, "Ed's Spridgeteers" <9issa at justbrits.com>
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2009, 8:25 PM


This is a mess





Check this out!




> READ FIRST
>
>
>
> Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup

> Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
> onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
>
> "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
>
> Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he

> saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
>
> "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
> Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
> car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where

> the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
> there like on the freeway.
>
>
>
> "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.

> Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's

> a coyote.'"
>
> "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
> terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
> where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
> because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
> grille a little bit.'"

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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Aug  6 20:46:05 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2009 21:46:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 3M seam sealer
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP423E54E263BB59689B1FEB80B0@phx.gbl>
References: <9D4293407E66428BA50E5405F2B21472@Home>
	<4A7B7B20.6010809@comcast.net>
	<BLU0-SMTP423E54E263BB59689B1FEB80B0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908061946p31ef96c8xfce55c87bd39b8f@mail.gmail.com>

Beep! Whistle! Squeak.. Beep Beep.

R2D2

On Thu, Aug 6, 2009 at 8:42 PM, Robert Duquette <robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> wrote:

> I think that the word 'correct' should be 'contain'.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
>
>
> Michael, 1st THANKS for doing the research<G>!!
>
> BUT and 2nd:
>
> <<An exception to this is the 3M(TM) Automix(TM) Bare-Metal Seam Sealer
> - Beige, 08310 whichdoes correct an anti-corrosion agent specifically to
> allow the seam sealerto be applied directly to bare metals.>>
>
> I think I (& most of us??) would rather that Jonathan say "...which does
> CONTAIN..." ?!?
>
> I mean WHAT is he saying is "...correct an anti-..." ?!?
>
> Ed
> _______________________________________________
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From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Thu Aug  6 20:47:01 2009
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:47:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing
In-Reply-To: <2ad6c6b10908061825h11cdecf5wb4826296970fb73c@mail.gmail.co
  m>
References: <AcoWwsabyVU3JlMnQBKq5q3XNizDIgAAM7HAAAIw8yA=>
	<1954AA08D8ADA149BAEC82BF09849E47016D59DE@EXDRESBENMX009.numonyx.local>
	<2ad6c6b10908061825h11cdecf5wb4826296970fb73c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <200908070247.n772l7fO009555@mail.usimperio.com>

http://forums.forzamotorsport.net/forums/2825173/ShowThread.aspx


At 09:25 PM 8/6/2009, you wrote:
>  This is a mess
>
>
>
>
>
>Check this out!
>
>
>
>
> > READ FIRST
> >
> >
> >
> > Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup
>
> > Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
> > onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
> >
> > "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
> >
> > Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he
>
> > saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
> >
> > "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
> > Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
> > car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where
>
> > the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
> > there like on the freeway.
> >
> >
> >
> > "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.
>
> > Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's
>
> > a coyote.'"
> >
> > "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
> > terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
> > where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
> > because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
> > grille a little bit.'"
>
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>name of image2.jpg]
>
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>name of image1.jpg]

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Aug  6 20:56:17 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:56:17 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [9issa]  The perils of racing
In-Reply-To: <201727.99952.qm@web36808.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <201727.99952.qm@web36808.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A7B97D1.50501@comcast.net>

<<OK - we're hooked...  Unfortunately, attachments don't work on the 
list. >>

LMAO David, 'cause IF you were on MY "9issa" (Jokes) List you WOULD see 
them just fine<VBEG>!!!!  And I HAVE invited you a couple times<G>!

Ed

From twobees at sprynet.com  Fri Aug  7 07:17:27 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 09:17:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 948 Head Gasket Needed - Payen/Federal Mogul NLA
Message-ID: <000c01ca1761$696454d0$6401a8c0@normoffice>

Anyone out there have a recommendations as to a good head gasket for the 948
BMC race engine in my Turner?
 
I spoke to Federal Mogul & they tell me they no longer make the Payen CF070
gasket.  Nor do they have a replacement.
 
I just used the last one in my gasket supply on the new engine.  Need to
have spares.
 
Any help will be appreciated.
 
Norm Sippel

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Aug  7 08:24:57 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 07:24:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 948 Head Gasket Needed - Payen/Federal Mogul  NLA
In-Reply-To: <000c01ca1761$696454d0$6401a8c0@normoffice>
References: <000c01ca1761$696454d0$6401a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <D7AA13F8C2CE474DA1380A1E5A84A783@spider>

Try googling Payen CF070
I found this on eBay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230364259032

================================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Norm 2Bs
Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 6:17 AM
To: MGVR at yahoogroups.com; Spridgets Digest; Vintage Racing Digest
Subject: [Spridgets] 948 Head Gasket Needed - Payen/Federal Mogul NLA

Anyone out there have a recommendations as to a good head gasket for the 948
BMC race engine in my Turner?
 
I spoke to Federal Mogul & they tell me they no longer make the Payen CF070
gasket.  Nor do they have a replacement.
 
I just used the last one in my gasket supply on the new engine.  Need to
have spares.
 
Any help will be appreciated.
 
Norm Sippel
_______________________________________________

From pilotrob at msn.com  Fri Aug  7 08:32:25 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 14:32:25 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33,500
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV63B7577834BE1CDA3C480D40B0@phx.gbl>

Self-explanatory. :)

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: Chuck Endicott
Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 10:21 AM
To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com
Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33,500

Got this from Google Alerts. '60 Bugeye for sale in Albany, GA, $33,500,
includes a hard top too.

 <http://tinyurl.com/ml7zho> http://tinyurl.com/ml7zho

 

Chuck



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug  7 09:06:13 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 10:06:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-DAV63B7577834BE1CDA3C480D40B0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV63B7577834BE1CDA3C480D40B0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908070806v5f7d18dbrcfc2e4440ce21678@mail.gmail.com>

They have the gall to ask $33,500 for a Bugeye, then slap this verbiage in???
STOCK PHOTO! DETAILS WILL VARY!

If you are asking premium prices, you should have actual photos, no?
David L

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Fri Aug  7 10:01:35 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 09:01:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
In-Reply-To: <402188520908070806v5f7d18dbrcfc2e4440ce21678@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY116-DAV63B7577834BE1CDA3C480D40B0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908070806v5f7d18dbrcfc2e4440ce21678@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908070901x6e63859ft95bc33ff40ea9c3e@mail.gmail.com>

Yeah, but it does have a hardtop!
Hal

On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:06 AM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> They have the gall to ask $33,500 for a Bugeye.......

From pilotrob at msn.com  Fri Aug  7 10:13:02 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:13:02 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV131F67BC5977C6930ECE3D40B0@phx.gbl>

"But it's got a hardtop"!!

I  know....it's beautiful. :)

But overpriced by at least 25%. What was the highest sellling price on Barrett last time around?? Concours @ $26K???

CapBob

From pilotrob at msn.com  Fri Aug  7 10:19:38 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:19:38 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV43467AD36CCFB47F4C05BD40B0@phx.gbl>

Agreed. :)

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: David Lieb
Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 11:06 AM
To: Robert E. Shlafer, Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33,500

They have the gall to ask $33,500 for a Bugeye, then slap this verbiage in???
STOCK PHOTO! DETAILS WILL VARY!

If you are asking premium prices, you should have actual photos, no?
David L

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Fri Aug  7 10:20:25 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 09:20:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-DAV131F67BC5977C6930ECE3D40B0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV131F67BC5977C6930ECE3D40B0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908070920w512d646ci9148277fa87248c8@mail.gmail.com>

I agree it's beautiful, IF those pics are really the car.  But WTF is that
burlap sack over the transmission tunnel?
Hal

On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 9:13 AM, Robert E. Shlafer <pilotrob at msn.com> wrote:

>  "But it's got a hardtop"!!
>
> I  know....it's beautiful. :)
>
> But overpriced by at least 25%. What was the highest sellling price on
> Barrett last time around?? Concours @ $26K???
>
> CapBob

From pilotrob at msn.com  Fri Aug  7 10:21:52 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:21:52 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV7991D674C38E3EC0501CFD40B0@phx.gbl>

Ah, HAH!!! :)) 

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: Hal Faulkner
Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 12:20 PM
To: Robert E. Shlafer
Cc: David Lieb, Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33, 500

I agree it's beautiful, IF those pics are really the car.  But WTF is that
burlap sack over the transmission tunnel?
Hal

On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 9:13 AM, Robert E. Shlafer <pilotrob at msn.com> wrote:

>  "But it's got a hardtop"!!
>
> I  know....it's beautiful. :)
>
> But overpriced by at least 25%. What was the highest sellling price on
> Barrett last time around?? Concours @ $26K???
>
> CapBob

From cclabaw at juno.com  Fri Aug  7 10:53:25 2009
From: cclabaw at juno.com (cclabaw at juno.com)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 16:53:25 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] BE Wheel
Message-ID: <20090807.095325.27527.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com>

Listers -

I have one (1) BE wheel that will be free to the first to come by and pick it
up; it needs cleaning.

I'm in Sunland, just north of L.A.  Call me on my cell: 818-321-8380.

Clay L.
'67 Sprite

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From bighealey at charter.net  Fri Aug  7 11:16:20 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 10:16:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 948 Head Gasket Needed - Payen/Federal Mogul  NLA
In-Reply-To: <000c01ca1761$696454d0$6401a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <631B302789C6499485C38E52137DA886@TRACY>

http://www.spridget.com/catalog/06_GASKETS_SEALS.asp


Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Norm 2Bs
Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 6:17 AM
To: MGVR at yahoogroups.com; Spridgets Digest; Vintage Racing Digest
Subject: [Spridgets] 948 Head Gasket Needed - Payen/Federal Mogul NLA

Anyone out there have a recommendations as to a good head gasket for the 948
BMC race engine in my Turner?

I spoke to Federal Mogul & they tell me they no longer make the Payen CF070
gasket.  Nor do they have a replacement.

I just used the last one in my gasket supply on the new engine.  Need to
have spares.

Any help will be appreciated.

Norm Sippel
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From John.Deikis at va.gov  Fri Aug  7 11:21:16 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 13:21:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 49 states...
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA940292224F@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

This guy is going to have a ball!

But, just to clarify, motorcycle dealer and Iron Butt Association rider
Ron Ayres did 49 states in 7 days, but on 2 wheels, sitting in the wind
and weather, probably smiling. He wrote a book about it quite a few
years ago.

-JohnD



Message: 6

Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:33:54 -0500

From: Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>

Subject: [Spridgets] 49 States in 9 Days

To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>

Message-ID: <4A7B3E32.5050301 at sbcglobal.net>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed



Sounds like fun.



http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/article/9_days_in_49_states/

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Fri Aug  7 12:32:31 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 14:32:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale  $33,
 500
References: <BAY116-DAV63B7577834BE1CDA3C480D40B0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <1DEACDB5CEAD4B38B9B805984317F92B@MAINCOMPUTER>

I wouldn't go a penny over $33,450.00

J
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert E. Shlafer" <pilotrob at msn.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 10:32 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33,500


> Self-explanatory. :)
>
> CB
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Chuck Endicott
> Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 10:21 AM
> To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com
> Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33,500
>
> Got this from Google Alerts. '60 Bugeye for sale in Albany, GA, $33,500,
> includes a hard top too.
>
> <http://tinyurl.com/ml7zho> http://tinyurl.com/ml7zho
>
>
>
> Chuck
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
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From redmidget72 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug  7 14:22:56 2009
From: redmidget72 at yahoo.com (Red Midget)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 13:22:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
In-Reply-To: <2ad6c6b10908061825h11cdecf5wb4826296970fb73c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <607513.6274.qm@web51912.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Here is a link to the story mentioned in the post.  Animal lover brace
yourselves for the pictures.
 
http://forums.forzamotorsport.net/forums/2825173/ShowThread.aspx

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:





> READ FIRST
>
>
>
> Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup

> Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
> onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
>
> "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
>
> Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he

> saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
>
> "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
> Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
> car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where

> the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
> there like on the freeway.
>
>
>
> "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.

> Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's

> a coyote.'"
>
> "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
> terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
> where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
> because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
> grille a little bit.'"

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From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug  7 18:41:28 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 17:41:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
In-Reply-To: <607513.6274.qm@web51912.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <607513.6274.qm@web51912.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
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That's freakin' nasty!  I'm sending it to  PETA in hopes that they will ban this kind of racing nation wide.........unless, of course, they use bio-diesel or some other friendly fuel.....or hybrids.......




________________________________
From: Red Midget <redmidget72 at yahoo.com>
To: WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com>; Miget sprit group at Yahoo <midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>; spridgets list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 1:22:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!

Here is a link to the story mentioned in the post.  Animal lover brace
yourselves for the pictures.

http://forums.forzamotorsport.net/forums/2825173/ShowThread.aspx

--- On Thu, 8/6/09, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:





> READ FIRST
>
>
>
> Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup

> Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
> onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
>
> "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
>
> Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he

> saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
>
> "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
> Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
> car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where

> the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
> there like on the freeway.
>
>
>
> "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.

> Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's

> a coyote.'"
>
> "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
> terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
> where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
> because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
> grille a little bit.'"

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From eric.t.cartman at gmail.com  Fri Aug  7 19:17:03 2009
From: eric.t.cartman at gmail.com (Greg Gowins)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 20:17:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
In-Reply-To: <553507.29186.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <607513.6274.qm@web51912.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<553507.29186.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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That's the last time the coyote orders something from the Acme catalog.

Anon

On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 7:41 PM, Edward Perez<eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> That's freakin' nasty!  I'm sending it to  PETA in hopes that they will ban
this kind of racing nation wide.........unless, of course, they use bio-diesel
or some other friendly fuel.....or hybrids.......
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Red Midget <redmidget72 at yahoo.com>
> To: WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com>; Miget sprit group at Yahoo
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>; spridgets list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, August 7, 2009 1:22:56 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
>
> Here is a link to the story mentioned in the post.  Animal lover brace
> yourselves for the pictures.
>
> http://forums.forzamotorsport.net/forums/2825173/ShowThread.aspx
>
> --- On Thu, 8/6/09, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>> READ FIRST
>>
>>
>>
>> Joe Gibbs Racing driver Brad Coleman was testing a Gibbs NASCAR Sprint Cup
>
>> Series car at Toyota Arizona Proving Grounds earlier this week and came
>> onto the radio and told his crew something rather unusual.
>>
>> "Guys, I hit a coyote," Coleman said.
>>
>> Coleman was running close to 200 mph around the 10-mile test track when he
>
>> saw the animal wander under the outside guardrail.
>>
>> "I'm in the middle of the corner, and I'm doing like 190," Coleman said
>> Friday at Nashville Superspeedway before practicing his Nationwide Series
>> car. "I'm just cruising. You run the high line there, because that's where
>
>> the most banking is. It's the high-speed lane. There's just a guardrail
>> there like on the freeway.
>>
>>
>>
>> "I see this thing, it must've been 100 feet in front of me, just jump out.
>
>> Right when I saw it come out from under the guardrail, I was like, 'That's
>
>> a coyote.'"
>>
>> "It just started smoking like crazy," Coleman said. "And it smelled
>> terrible. I didn't see anything in the mirror, so I was like, 'I wonder
>> where it went?' I said, 'Guys, I hit a coyote. I'm going to come in
>> because I think it screwed up the radiator. I think it clogged up the
>> grille a little bit.'"
>
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Aug  7 19:58:06 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 18:58:06 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
Message-ID: <450305.99006.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Spent the afternoon with a top engine builder/tuner who swears by this break-in oil. Of course, the shop is a mile from my house and I never thought to look for oil there:

http://www.lefthanderchassis.com/199.html

Also, I witnessed dyno runs with varying oil temp, and 215F was optimal for horsepower. Interesting.

Ron

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Fri Aug  7 21:18:04 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2009 23:18:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale   $33,
 500
References: <BAY116-DAV131F67BC5977C6930ECE3D40B0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <A973447B594E49A4A2815D538F8983F7@blackbox2>

From: "Robert E. Shlafer" <pilotrob at msn.com>
> But overpriced by at least 25%. What was the highest sellling price on Barrett last time around?? Concours @ $26K???
> 
> CapBob

I don't think so.

It's the cost of the restoration that goes up over time (like everything else).

I also believe there are some out there who own some pretty nice Bugeyes and who would not
part from them for $33k.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sat Aug  8 06:34:49 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 07:34:49 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 49 States in 9 Days
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> Sounds like fun.
> http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/article/9_days_in_49_states/

Sounds like he needs an old ute to accompany him...
David L

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  8 06:59:24 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 05:59:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1963 BMC Competition Dept. Team Bus For Sale
Message-ID: <465810.31326.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

The ultimate accessory for your racing team:

http://bringatrailer.com/2009/08/08/1963-bmc-competition-department-team-bus/#more-

From grbyrns at ucdavis.edu  Sat Aug  8 08:57:24 2009
From: grbyrns at ucdavis.edu (Glen Byrns)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 07:57:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1963 BMC Competition Dept. Team Bus For Sale
Message-ID: <200908081457.n78EvOet008678@cucujus.ucdavis.edu>

Holy fill-in-the-blank!!!  I grabbed my wallet the second I say this.  I
wonder what he wants for it?  Comfy little "motor home for two" interior
and a tow hitch for the chosen LBC to suit the monthly road trip in
retirement.........the wife might bite.

Glen


> The ultimate accessory for your racing team:
> 
>
http://bringatrailer.com/2009/08/08/1963-bmc-competition-department-team-bus/#more-
> _______________________________________________

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sat Aug  8 09:32:59 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 10:32:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Round the world midget driver might need help in
 Texas
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On Thu, Jul 30, 2009 at 8:08 PM, Trevor Jessie<trevor.jessie at gmail.com> wrote:
> Someone in texas want to reach out to this Midget driver
>
> http://bridgetthemidget.co.uk/2009/07/31/lone-star-country/


Just curious ... has anyone on our list here met up with this guy yet?

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  8 09:46:51 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 08:46:51 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1963 BMC Competition Dept. Team Bus For Sale
In-Reply-To: <200908081457.n78EvOet008678@cucujus.ucdavis.edu>
Message-ID: <752435.9904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sat, 8/8/09, Glen Byrns <grbyrns at ucdavis.edu> wrote:
> the wife might bite.

That's why I married mine.

Ron

From lmacy at phillymgclub.com  Sat Aug  8 09:52:55 2009
From: lmacy at phillymgclub.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 11:52:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 49 States in 9 Days
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Why would he want a couple o' kids in jail in the south with a NJ  
lawyer to defend them??


On Aug 8, 2009, at 8:34 AM, David Lieb wrote:

>> Sounds like fun.
>> http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/article/9_days_in_49_states/
>
> Sounds like he needs an old ute to accompany him...
> David L
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Larry Macy
78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
lmacy at phillymgclub.com
Board Member at Large
Philadelphia MG Club

Ask a question and you're a fool for three minutes; do not ask a  
question and you're a fool for the rest of your life.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sat Aug  8 10:12:21 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:12:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 49 States in 9 Days
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From na7db at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  8 12:11:21 2009
From: na7db at yahoo.com (brown dan)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 11:11:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Round the world midget driver might need help in
 Texas
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908080832g313177e7o2995fb289a867f98@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <186240.8706.qm@web111111.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Yes.  And Roy is a great guy.  Too bad the MG folks in Texas were too busy. 
He has some great stories to tell.  I emailed him since he was headed to
Albuquerque and then to Flagstaff, AZ.  Had my sister meet up with him in
Albuquerque.  I told him to visit Page/Lake Powell after he stoped by the
Grand Canyon.  He came up here and spent 3 days touring and doing interviews.
 
He is in Las Vegas now and heading to Kalifornia soon.  Then up the left coast
to San Francisco and then on to British Columbia.  If any of you have the
opportunity to visit with him you can spend hours listening to his fascinating
stories.  If your on the route email him and ask him to stop by.
 
And Bridget the Midget still looks great after so many miles.

Dan
 
72 Midget
73 MGB
53 TD
--- On Sat, 8/8/09, Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:


From: Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Round the world midget driver might need help in
Texas
To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2009, 8:32 AM


On Thu, Jul 30, 2009 at 8:08 PM, Trevor Jessie<trevor.jessie at gmail.com>
wrote:
> Someone in texas want to reach out to this Midget driver
>
> http://bridgetthemidget.co.uk/2009/07/31/lone-star-country/


Just curious ... has anyone on our list here met up with this guy yet?
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug  8 12:21:21 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 11:21:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1963 BMC Competition Dept. Team Bus For Sale
Message-ID: <991915.63970.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sat, 8/8/09, Glen Byrns <grbyrns at ucdavis.edu> wrote:
> the wife might bite.

That's why I married mine.

Ron

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Sat Aug  8 14:16:27 2009
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales)
Date: Sat, 08 Aug 2009 13:16:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Round the world midget driver might need help in
 Texas
In-Reply-To: <186240.8706.qm@web111111.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <186240.8706.qm@web111111.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A7DDD1B.2010400@frontiernet.net>

Let him know that if he wants to go to Kaliforia via Elko, the road from 
Vegas to here was made with Spridgets in mind, and I will get Madge out 
of the garage and take him sightseeing.  I might be able to comp a hotel 
room for him.

Kate

brown dan wrote:
> Yes.  And Roy is a great guy.  Too bad the MG folks in Texas were too busy. 
> He has some great stories to tell.  I emailed him since he was headed to
> Albuquerque and then to Flagstaff, AZ.  Had my sister meet up with him in
> Albuquerque.  I told him to visit Page/Lake Powell after he stoped by the
> Grand Canyon.  He came up here and spent 3 days touring and doing interviews.
>  
> He is in Las Vegas now and heading to Kalifornia soon.  Then up the left coast
> to San Francisco and then on to British Columbia.  If any of you have the
> opportunity to visit with him you can spend hours listening to his fascinating
> stories.  If your on the route email him and ask him to stop by.
>  
> And Bridget the Midget still looks great after so many miles.
>
> Dan
>  
> 72 Midget
> 73 MGB
> 53 TD
> --- On Sat, 8/8/09, Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Round the world midget driver might need help in
> Texas
> To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Saturday, August 8, 2009, 8:32 AM
>
>
> On Thu, Jul 30, 2009 at 8:08 PM, Trevor Jessie<trevor.jessie at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>   
>> Someone in texas want to reach out to this Midget driver
>>
>> http://bridgetthemidget.co.uk/2009/07/31/lone-star-country/
>>     
>
>
> Just curious ... has anyone on our list here met up with this guy yet?
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From Chris.Rae at microsoft.com  Mon Aug  3 18:01:58 2009
From: Chris.Rae at microsoft.com (Chris Rae)
Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 00:01:58 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Front suspension causing car to have mind of its
	own (and hello)
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I'm wondering whether I win some sort of prize for "longest delay in replying
to a mail". Well, it turns out that I actually got back onto this last
weekend. Which, I am eager to point out, is not actually a year later...

I have decided that the suspension bushes need replaced before I can decide
whether the magic boxes are in fine working order. To that end, I bought some
polyurethane bushes. They come with instructions that say something like
"remove old bushes. Fit new ones". From peering at the car, it sort of looks
to me as if you need some sort of special tool to remove the old bushes. Is
this true? Can I just have a whack at them with a hammer, or will something
bad happen?

Any advice appreciated. I have, in the interim period, sorted out several
other things with the car so it's running a bit better than it was when I last
posted here...

Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces+chris.rae=microsoft.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces+chris.rae=microsoft.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Chris Rae
Sent: 26 August 2008 10:03
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Front suspension causing car to have mind of its own
(and hello)

Hello again. This has to be the friendliest mailing list I've ever posted to.
I've so far had three offers of physical help, a phone call to talk about my
problems, fourteen (yes, fourteen) emails with advice and one offer of
marriage. Okay, I made the last one up.

Right now the car is stranded at a friend's house (due to rain and darkness,
both of which require a functioning electrical system). I'm away this weekend
for my brother's bachelor party (we're doing the Czech Wrecks 2008 rally) but
I'll be back onto car things the following week. It does seem like my easiest
next port of call is to try tightening up the U-bolts on the rear axle. That
sounds simple enough that even I could do it.

Many thanks again - it's very reassuring to know as I whack something with a
spanner that there's a Midget Army out there ready to save the day...

Chris

--
http://english2american.com

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces+chris.rae=microsoft.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces+chris.rae=microsoft.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Chris Rae
Sent: 25 August 2008 11:12
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Front suspension causing car to have mind of its own
(and
hello)

First off, hello - have been lurking here for a few weeks reading about holy
sprites, but I've now bolstered up courage to ask something.

I have recently become the proud owner of a '65 Sprite. I have no idea what
I'm doing. I've never lifted a finger to repair my own car before, and so far
this has been a genuinely interesting exercise in doing things not quite the
right way. I've managed to fix up a few obvious things that are wrong and am
in the process of stopping it from overheating (bah), but now I have a
question that I don't even know where to start with.

The car has a habit of rather violently leaping in some random direction
(well, actually, come to think of it it's always to the right) whilst zooming
down the freeway. Well, I say zooming, but it's probably about 50mph. It's a
reasonably unsettling manoeuvre - I am 100% sure that it's not a steering
problem and is some sort of issue with the way in which the wheels are
connected to the body, or with the suspension. The nearest thing I can equate
it to is that it feels much like a giant hand has come down and given the nose
of my car a shove to the right.

Any ideas? I've done the moron diagnosis of waggling the tires and peering to
see if anything has fallen off, but there's nothing obvious. Also they appear
to have forgotten to put shocks on the car in the factory, because I can't see
where they are?! Are they in the strange magic box that's at the top of one of
the arms?

Any help much appreciated,

Chris (Seattle, WA right now, but formerly Edinburgh, UK) You are subscribed
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Sun Aug  9 09:20:57 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 10:20:57 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1963 BMC Competition Dept. Team Bus For Sale
In-Reply-To: <752435.9904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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That's too easy.. no other comment..

;-)

Lester


On Aug 8, 2009, at 10:46 AM, Ron Soave wrote:

> --- On Sat, 8/8/09, Glen Byrns <grbyrns at ucdavis.edu> wrote:
>> the wife might bite.
>
> That's why I married mine.
>
> Ron
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Sun Aug  9 09:30:26 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 10:30:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye For Sale $33, 500
In-Reply-To: <A973447B594E49A4A2815D538F8983F7@blackbox2>
References: <BAY116-DAV131F67BC5977C6930ECE3D40B0@phx.gbl>
	<A973447B594E49A4A2815D538F8983F7@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <E8A39C74-02C3-455F-BE08-7E3C3A2C91F9@comcast.net>

... just for you guys, a one time deal, $ 32,950 delivered to your  
door in the continental USA.. comes with a factory hardtop, almost  
race engine, and another go-fast engine plus.. oh well..

Lester


On Aug 7, 2009, at 10:18 PM, Dean Hedin wrote:

> From: "Robert E. Shlafer" <pilotrob at msn.com>
>> But overpriced by at least 25%. What was the highest sellling price  
>> on Barrett last time around?? Concours @ $26K???
>> CapBob
>
> I don't think so.
>
> It's the cost of the restoration that goes up over time (like  
> everything else).
>
> I also believe there are some out there who own some pretty nice  
> Bugeyes and who would not
> part from them for $33k.
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Sun Aug  9 10:01:20 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 11:01:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
In-Reply-To: <d6f30eca0908071817v2c48426ei298582f1e0e22397@mail.gmail.com>
References: <607513.6274.qm@web51912.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<553507.29186.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<d6f30eca0908071817v2c48426ei298582f1e0e22397@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <F7D2C843-3CEE-470B-AD56-CDD2BE31195D@comcast.net>

ROFLMAO!!!  PETA's gonna get you!  ;-)

Lester


On Aug 7, 2009, at 8:17 PM, Greg Gowins wrote:

> That's the last time the coyote orders something from the Acme  
> catalog.
>
> Anon
>
> On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 7:41 PM, Edward Perez<eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>> That's freakin' nasty!  I'm sending it to  PETA in hopes that they  
>> will ban
> this kind of racing nation wide.........unless, of course, they use  
> bio-diesel
> or some other friendly fuel.....or hybrids.......

From proefrock at comcast.net  Sun Aug  9 11:27:19 2009
From: proefrock at comcast.net (Jim Proefrock)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 12:27:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Tachometer [not] Needed
In-Reply-To: <07AA8E48-A46F-496B-B214-3E04C2273CC3@comcast.net>
References: <07AA8E48-A46F-496B-B214-3E04C2273CC3@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <F16B688E-66B0-4B06-BC71-3E7CEE565F58@comcast.net>

A humble thank you goes out to the Spridgets list, and specifically,  
list member Monty Love, who sent me a (correct and functional)  
tachometer for free, on the condition that I "just pass on the good  
will to the next guy/gal that needs it." Consider it done.

Salut! Spridgeteers!

Jim Proefrock
'72 MG Midget

From conen at bellsouth.net  Sun Aug  9 12:12:57 2009
From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 11:12:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] The perils of racing PICTURES!
Message-ID: <962340.27369.qm@web180214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

"PETA" - People Eating Tasty Animals.
 Ed in NC ;-)

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sun Aug  9 13:27:03 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 15:27:03 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <bb9.4c6a488b.37b07d07@aol.com>

Tune the engine for more horsepower?
 
Weslake-Monza 1330 - my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph
 
In a message dated 09/08/2009 13:27:02 GMT Daylight Time,  
corvallis at peoplepc.com writes:

Anyone  have any
suggestion for dealing with these  people?

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sun Aug  9 13:37:13 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 15:37:13 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hose
Message-ID: <c1f.666d8ee2.37b07f69@aol.com>

Hi List, 
 
I'm having another small run of silicone hoses made.  E-mail me for an  
order form (which has the prices on it) for either a crossflow rad or a 
vertical  flow rad.  Mostly black or blue but the manufacturer has enough for maybe 
a  single set of green, and a single set of purple.  Also he now has orange 
in  stock.
 
E-mail me on _Daniel1312 at aol.com_ (mailto:Daniel1312 at aol.com) 

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug  9 14:49:40 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 15:49:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <bb9.4c6a488b.37b07d07@aol.com>
References: <bb9.4c6a488b.37b07d07@aol.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908091349m268cfd6dh6191f0e63f285d80@mail.gmail.com>

> ... my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph

Wouldn't you tend to run out of road by then?
Let me see... 90 x 24 = 2160 miles.
John O Groats to Lands End = 837 miles (under 15 hours of driving by
Google Maps' estimate).
David L

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sun Aug  9 15:18:57 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 17:18:57 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>

Not if I was on the M25.
 
In a message dated 09/08/2009 21:49:53 GMT Daylight Time,  
72spridget at gmail.com writes:

> ...  my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph

Wouldn't you tend to run out of  road by then?
Let me see... 90 x 24 = 2160 miles.
John O Groats to Lands  End = 837 miles (under 15 hours of driving by
Google Maps'  estimate).
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug  9 15:24:27 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 16:24:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>

>>> ... my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph

>> Wouldn't you tend to run out of road by then?
>> Let me see... 90 x 24 = 2160 miles.
>> John O Groats to Lands End = 837 miles (under 15 hours of driving by
>> Google Maps' estimate).

> Not if I was on the M25.

But then you wouldn't be likely to be doing 90mph, would you?
Besides, surely at least one speed camera would have picked you up
before the day was out.
David L

From trevor.jessie at gmail.com  Sun Aug  9 17:19:46 2009
From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 19:19:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
	<402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>

Just to further digress...

I was driving a nice twisty road at a brisk pace when suddenly a
Cadillac sedan got in my way.  I followed this gent at a polite
distance for several miles (awaiting a passing opportunity).  So after
chugging along at a mind numbing pace I had a passing opportunity.
And... you guessed it... I hit 80 mph and he didn't let me round.
Next opportunity to pass I honked my horn and flashed my lights to be
sure he knew I wanted around.  I only made it to 65 before I ran out
of room, but still he did not let me round.  I finally came to my
senses and realized he was just being a bastard, so I pulled off at a
scenic overlook and enjoyed the views for a few minutes, and then
continued on my drive.

The world is full of people that enjoy trying to assert their will on others.


Peace, Love, and Spridgets,
Trevor


On Sun, Aug 9, 2009 at 5:24 PM, David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>> ... my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph
>
>>> Wouldn't you tend to run out of road by then?
>>> Let me see... 90 x 24 = 2160 miles.
>>> John O Groats to Lands End = 837 miles (under 15 hours of driving by
>>> Google Maps' estimate).
>
>> Not if I was on the M25.
>
> But then you wouldn't be likely to be doing 90mph, would you?
> Besides, surely at least one speed camera would have picked you up
> before the day was out.
> David L
> _______________________________________________

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Sun Aug  9 17:24:45 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 16:24:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
	<402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
	<8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <858912.24927.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I assume you were driving in Southern California when this happened....  ;^)  I'm from there and have never seen more un-forgiving drivers in my life.  Now that most of the Cali drivers are here in the NW, I'm having to adjust and use my middle finger more than my right foot.




________________________________
From: Trevor Jessie <trevor.jessie at gmail.com>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 9, 2009 4:19:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share

Just to further digress...

I was driving a nice twisty road at a brisk pace when suddenly a
Cadillac sedan got in my way.  I followed this gent at a polite
distance for several miles (awaiting a passing opportunity).  So after
chugging along at a mind numbing pace I had a passing opportunity.
And... you guessed it... I hit 80 mph and he didn't let me round.
Next opportunity to pass I honked my horn and flashed my lights to be
sure he knew I wanted around.  I only made it to 65 before I ran out
of room, but still he did not let me round.  I finally came to my
senses and realized he was just being a bastard, so I pulled off at a
scenic overlook and enjoyed the views for a few minutes, and then
continued on my drive.

The world is full of people that enjoy trying to assert their will on others.


Peace, Love, and Spridgets,
Trevor


On Sun, Aug 9, 2009 at 5:24 PM, David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>> ... my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph
>
>>> Wouldn't you tend to run out of road by then?
>>> Let me see... 90 x 24 = 2160 miles.
>>> John O Groats to Lands End = 837 miles (under 15 hours of driving by
>>> Google Maps' estimate).
>
>> Not if I was on the M25.
>
> But then you wouldn't be likely to be doing 90mph, would you?
> Besides, surely at least one speed camera would have picked you up
> before the day was out.
> David L
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From Jpaschke at bak.rr.com  Sun Aug  9 17:53:55 2009
From: Jpaschke at bak.rr.com (Jon Paschke)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 16:53:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com><402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
	<8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7265D68FB581411B9BBA123670721DB3@Music>

I live here and have learned this:

        The rules of the road in Ca
1. If there is someone in front of you, pass them at any cost.
2. If there is someone behind you, don't let them pass you at any cost.





> Just to further digress...
>
> I was driving a nice twisty road at a brisk pace when suddenly a
> Cadillac sedan got in my way.  I followed this gent at a polite
> distance for several miles (awaiting a passing opportunity).  So after
> chugging along at a mind numbing pace I had a passing opportunity.
> And... you guessed it... I hit 80 mph and he didn't let me round.
> Next opportunity to pass I honked my horn and flashed my lights to be
> sure he knew I wanted around.  I only made it to 65 before I ran out
> of room, but still he did not let me round.  I finally came to my
> senses and realized he was just being a bastard, so I pulled off at a
> scenic overlook and enjoyed the views for a few minutes, and then
> continued on my drive.
>
> The world is full of people that enjoy trying to assert their will on 
> others.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug  9 18:17:42 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 19:17:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <7265D68FB581411B9BBA123670721DB3@Music>
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
	<402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
	<8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>
	<7265D68FB581411B9BBA123670721DB3@Music>
Message-ID: <402188520908091717l43a2fc88pd32d487302f7a493@mail.gmail.com>

>       The rules of the road in Ca
> 1. If there is someone in front of you, pass them at any cost.
> 2. If there is someone behind you, don't let them pass you at any cost.

Ya know, Burl Ives did a children's record in 1958 (quasi Bugeye
content?) entitled "Captain Burl Ives' Ark". One of the song on it is
about Horace the horse on the Merri-go-round. He was very depressed
about always being the very last horse until one day he looked back
and realized that he was the first horse and all the others were
following him... I guess there are a lot of drivers out there who have
not yet figured out that they will never be first.
David L

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Sun Aug  9 20:20:00 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 19:20:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Holy Moly this is unbelievable
In-Reply-To: <cb8.522eadac.37b07909@aol.com>
References: <cb8.522eadac.37b07909@aol.com>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908091919s2cf31500idb66800582e659e0@mail.gmail.com>

I hope this makes it through...though I doubt it will on all sites.

One heck of a pilot!

Herb


 *WOW is all I can say! ( and sorry I am sending it back to whomever sent it
to me, I can't remember, but I watched it three times)*

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type application/octet-stream which had a name of Pilotomago.wmv]

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Aug  9 20:26:52 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 19:26:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <402188520908091717l43a2fc88pd32d487302f7a493@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <389350.36136.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

...and, lest we forget, to wrap up this thread as I started it, last week the guy in front of me realized that and waved me by, then told me he did so to preserve my fun. We lost that pretty quickly...

--- On Sun, 8/9/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:
> following him... I guess there are a lot of drivers out
> there who have
> not yet figured out that they will never be first.
> David L

From mark at nashvilletn.org  Sun Aug  9 20:29:54 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 21:29:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Holy Moly this is unbelievable  FAKE?
References: <cb8.522eadac.37b07909@aol.com>
	<2ad6c6b10908091919s2cf31500idb66800582e659e0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <10CA1E345D6F4D439BEDD4D8763CFB94@Dell9200>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J72y_qFV2oc




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "WFO Herb" <froggi60 at gmail.com>
To: "Wedge List" <tr8 at mercury.lcs.mit.edu>; "Ed's Spridgeteers" 
<9issa at justbrits.com>; "Spridgeteers" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 09, 2009 9:20 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Holy Moly this is unbelievable


I hope this makes it through...though I doubt it will on all sites.

One heck of a pilot!

Herb


 *WOW is all I can say! ( and sorry I am sending it back to whomever sent it
to me, I can't remember, but I watched it three times)*

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Sun Aug  9 22:22:16 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net)
Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 23:22:16 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <402188520908091717l43a2fc88pd32d487302f7a493@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c93.4db60f30.37b09741@aol.com>
	<402188520908091424q1c7510c9k20088d49442ea871@mail.gmail.com>
	<8c1781040908091619k6291c5ffsda4f5f6ccc2244bf@mail.gmail.com>
	<7265D68FB581411B9BBA123670721DB3@Music>
	<402188520908091717l43a2fc88pd32d487302f7a493@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <50592.173.109.34.28.1249878136.squirrel@wm.wi.net>

>>       The rules of the road in Ca
>> 1. If there is someone in front of you, pass them at any cost.
>> 2. If there is someone behind you, don't let them pass you at any cost.
>
> Ya know, Burl Ives did a children's record in 1958 (quasi Bugeye
> content?) entitled "Captain Burl Ives' Ark". One of the song on it is
> about Horace the horse on the Merri-go-round. He was very depressed
> about always being the very last horse until one day he looked back
> and realized that he was the first horse and all the others were
> following him... I guess there are a lot of drivers out there who have
> not yet figured out that they will never be first.
> David L

So let me get this straight:
So the last will be first, and the first will be last.  Seems i read that
in a Good book somewhere.  ;-)

OK, enuf.

Dave W.

From mark at nashvilletn.org  Mon Aug 10 08:20:50 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:20:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
Message-ID: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>

Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  eBay item number 
360178216820   It is about a third the price of the usual folks.  Probably 
cheap for a good reason.

Mark
Nashville
http://www.arrestmered.com

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Aug 10 08:30:40 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:30:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
Message-ID: <57856.73986.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I would go with the repro gear and save the $20.00. If it doesn't work out,
all you have to do is R&R the engine and tranny again.

What I would like to know is: what's the significance of their name, if they
are, and have been, in the business of selling repro parts?

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
63 Sprite
61 Innocenti Spider
73 Morris Mini Van

--- On Mon, 8/10/09, Mark <mark at nashvilletn.org> wrote:

From: Mark <mark at nashvilletn.org>
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, August 10, 2009, 10:20 AM

Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  eBay item number
360178216820   It is about a third the price of the usual folks.  Probably
cheap for a good reason.

From bighealey at charter.net  Mon Aug 10 09:12:15 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 8:12:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
Message-ID: <20090810111215.SS6GK.3247338.root@mp13>

I have purchased several items for NOS locators on eBay.

No issues

---- Mark <mark at nashvilletn.org> wrote: 
> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  eBay item number 
> 360178216820   It is about a third the price of the usual folks.  Probably 
> cheap for a good reason.
> 
> Mark
> Nashville
> http://www.arrestmered.com
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From bighealey at charter.net  Mon Aug 10 09:12:55 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 8:12:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
Message-ID: <20090810111255.B0AW8.3247380.root@mp13>

I have purchased several items for NOS locators on eBay.

No issues

---- Mark <mark at nashvilletn.org> wrote: 
> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  eBay item number 
> 360178216820   It is about a third the price of the usual folks.  Probably 
> cheap for a good reason.
> 
> Mark
> Nashville
> http://www.arrestmered.com
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 09:38:16 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:38:16 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <20090810111255.B0AW8.3247380.root@mp13>
References: <20090810111255.B0AW8.3247380.root@mp13>
Message-ID: <402188520908100838k220020d2p30a0330c6f9368f4@mail.gmail.com>

I believe that those are the people from whom I purchased new door
locks for my Bugeye. They work great! No problems dealing with them
and they were able to handle a mistake in my ordering without a
problem. No qualms with dealing with them again.
YMMV
David L

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Mon Aug 10 10:32:31 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:32:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
References: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
Message-ID: <EADAE03104C3489F8A68D6A56E771F4D@MAINCOMPUTER>

I bought one for my 1275, No problems yet.

Jim
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark" <mark at nashvilletn.org>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 10:20 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear


> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  eBay item number
> 360178216820   It is about a third the price of the usual folks.  Probably
> cheap for a good reason.
>
> Mark
> Nashville
> http://www.arrestmered.com
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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Mon Aug 10 10:51:36 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:51:36 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] New gas tank- anyone have one?
Message-ID: <20090810.105136.10564.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com>

The original tank in the '58 was a holy mess, it is running the one from the
MKII. Does anyone have a tank from these guys or know anything about them?
Ebay item# 390077739370
They say it has a 7 gal capacity, the original (MKII) only holds 6 gals, it'd
be nice to have another 35 mi range, but also what about the "lock ring" for
the sender- they're held in with six screws, not a lock ring.


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 10 11:49:59 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:49:59 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <cb8.524482a7.37b1b7c7@aol.com>

Well, I'd have your licence number on the plate on my car!!!!
 
 
In a message dated 10/08/2009 14:09:24 GMT Daylight Time,  
72spridget at gmail.com writes:

>>> ... my Sprite can cruise all day at 90mph

>>  Wouldn't you tend to run out of road by then?
>> Let me see... 90 x  24 = 2160 miles.
>> John O Groats to Lands End = 837 miles (under 15  hours of driving by
>> Google Maps' estimate).

> Not if I  was on the M25.

But then you wouldn't be likely to be doing 90mph,  would you?
Besides, surely at least one speed camera would have picked you  up
before the day was out.
David L

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Aug 10 11:59:36 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:59:36 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] New gas tank- anyone have one?
In-Reply-To: <20090810.105136.10564.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <C6A5AE18.201C1%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I think it's the same one Victoria British sells for the same price.
If so, it's very good quality, made in Canada.
BZ

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 12:06:00 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:06:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] New gas tank- anyone have one?
In-Reply-To: <20090810.105136.10564.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com>
References: <20090810.105136.10564.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908101106w14c72544kef9880a14fb612c3@mail.gmail.com>

> The original tank in the '58 was a holy mess, it is running the one from the
> MKII. Does anyone have a tank from these guys or know anything about them?
> Ebay item# 390077739370
> They say it has a 7 gal capacity, the original (MKII) only holds 6 gals, it'd
> be nice to have another 35 mi range, but also what about the "lock ring" for
> the sender- they're held in with six screws, not a lock ring.

Mark,
Please remember that the original held six IMPERIAL gallons, which is
7.206 US gallons.
The later cars were 7 Imperial gallons, which is 8.407 US gallons.
David L

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 10 12:06:32 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:06:32 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Holy Moly this is unbelievable  FAKE?
Message-ID: <d38.537a7ef5.37b1bba8@aol.com>

That was a fake but this isn't!
 
 
_http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rh2YSzBdWFg&NR=1_ 
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rh2YSzBdWFg&NR=1) 
 
In a message dated 10/08/2009 14:43:54 GMT Daylight Time,  
mark at nashvilletn.org writes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J72y_qFV2oc

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 12:11:08 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:11:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <cb8.524482a7.37b1b7c7@aol.com>
References: <cb8.524482a7.37b1b7c7@aol.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908101111m1d590b35nb259fe9cd0786616@mail.gmail.com>

> Well, I'd have your licence number on the plate on my car!!!!

A US plate would look a bit strange there...
Better have a Richard Nixon mask on as well.
David L

From bighealey at charter.net  Mon Aug 10 12:14:18 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:14:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fun read -  non sprite
Message-ID: <20090810141418.GNF62.3260862.root@mp13>

If you are unfamilair with the 24 Hours of Lemons or are but have not read the 
official rules check this link.  
 
If you are easily offended then hit delete.  Perhaps the Healey Concours guys 
should re-write their entry rules to read more like these. 
 
(Just kidding Curt A)  grin 
 
http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/rules/ 
 
Wheeeee     Tracy 

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 10 12:14:23 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:14:23 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <cae.4bc1575b.37b1bd7f@aol.com>

USAF forces.
 
Seriously there is an unofficial record for a lap of the M25.  There  are 
also problems with car numbers being cloned that subsequently get parking  
tickets etc.
 
Of course the real reason my car doesn't cruise at 90mph all day is because 
 I have to stop for petrol every now and again - probably at that speed 
maybe  220+ miles.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330 
 
In a message dated 10/08/2009 19:11:24 GMT Daylight Time,  
72spridget at gmail.com writes:

A US  plate would look a bit strange there...
Better have a Richard Nixon mask on  as well.
David L

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 10 12:15:58 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:15:58 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] DVD was Re:  Had to share
Message-ID: <c01.66fddcbd.37b1bdde@aol.com>

Anybody seen 'Duel' on DVD lately?
 
Enquiring minds want to know
 
In a message dated 10/08/2009 14:46:16 GMT Daylight Time,  
72spridget at gmail.com writes:

Unfortunately, it does not work well with a stock Bugeye, but I  have
found that about the only thing I can do to deter a tailgater is  to
rest my left foot on the brake just enough to activate the  brake
lights, and JUST LEAVE IT THERE. After a few miles, they seem  to
realize that they have no way of knowing what you are going to do  and
it starts to make them nervous; especially if you have done  some
acceleration and decelleration exercises. If I were to have  enough
issues with this in my Bugeye, I  would be tempted to add a  toggle
switch that simply turns the brake lights on (with a telltale light  to
remind me).

Otherwise, few drivers will tolerate doing 10mph  under the posted
limit for very long. Neither will I, for that matter  ;-)
David L

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 10 12:20:38 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:20:38 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
Message-ID: <bcc.51f696e3.37b1bef6@aol.com>

What's that in centrigrade and was the engine an A-series?
 
In a message dated 09/08/2009 22:22:57 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com 
 writes:

Also, I  witnessed dyno runs with varying oil temp, and 215F was optimal 
for  horsepower. Interesting.

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Mon Aug 10 13:00:04 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:00:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] New gas tank- anyone have one?
References: <20090810.105136.10564.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <DDD2630045CC4FB19BCFA7ACD9494C39@MAINCOMPUTER>

Mark
I bought this tank about 4 months ago. It's a very nice piece but it sits on 
the shelf. I'm not at that point where I can install it yet. Trying to get 
radient heat installed in the garage now so I can finish the Bugeye this 
winter. I also  used the sender from my original Bugeye Tank and It fit 
perfectly. No lockring.

Jim F
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark Haynes" <haynes386 at netzero.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 12:51 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] New gas tank- anyone have one?


> The original tank in the '58 was a holy mess, it is running the one from 
> the
> MKII. Does anyone have a tank from these guys or know anything about them?
> Ebay item# 390077739370
> They say it has a 7 gal capacity, the original (MKII) only holds 6 gals, 
> it'd
> be nice to have another 35 mi range, but also what about the "lock ring" 
> for
> the sender- they're held in with six screws, not a lock ring.
>
>
> Mark Haynes
> HAN6L12779
> HAN5L8016
>
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From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Mon Aug 10 15:06:18 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:06:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] DVD was Re:  Had to share
In-Reply-To: <c01.66fddcbd.37b1bdde@aol.com>
References: <c01.66fddcbd.37b1bdde@aol.com>
Message-ID: <FFB047ADC322436EB6248D72440E8B2D@BASEMENTDELL>

Or "Falling Down"?

No thanks.  Must be the influence of the kid seats in the back of the sexy
wagon grocery getter.  Between seeing others duke it out in rush hour and
driving a yellow coach to get my CDL hours in, I have no problem hitting the
shoulder if safe.

Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 1:16 PM
To: 72spridget at gmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] DVD was Re: Had to share

Anybody seen 'Duel' on DVD lately?
 
Enquiring minds want to know

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 15:21:37 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:21:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] DVD was Re: Had to share
In-Reply-To: <c01.66fddcbd.37b1bdde@aol.com>
References: <c01.66fddcbd.37b1bdde@aol.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908101421l4f460248s4bdf9857479e10f0@mail.gmail.com>

We have a VHS copy signed by our friend, Dennis Weaver.   ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim

On Mon, Aug 10, 2009 at 1:15 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

> Anybody seen 'Duel' on DVD lately?
>
> Enquiring minds want to know
>
> In a message dated 10/08/2009 14:46:16 GMT Daylight Time,
> 72spridget at gmail.com writes:
>
> Unfortunately, it does not work well with a stock Bugeye, but I  have
> found that about the only thing I can do to deter a tailgater is  to
> rest my left foot on the brake just enough to activate the  brake
> lights, and JUST LEAVE IT THERE. After a few miles, they seem  to
> realize that they have no way of knowing what you are going to do  and
> it starts to make them nervous; especially if you have done  some
> acceleration and decelleration exercises. If I were to have  enough
> issues with this in my Bugeye, I  would be tempted to add a  toggle
> switch that simply turns the brake lights on (with a telltale light  to
> remind me).
>
> Otherwise, few drivers will tolerate doing 10mph  under the posted
> limit for very long. Neither will I, for that matter  ;-)
> David L
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Aug 10 16:43:27 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:43:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
Message-ID: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>

Can anyone tell me (Leo wants to know) if a 1967 MG Midget fit into an "Open
6' x 12' U-Haul Utility Trailer


Leo's BETTER 1/2

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Mon Aug 10 18:04:00 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 19:04:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
In-Reply-To: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
References: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <BDAF6B8B2E454B6183D550C4381EA6BC@HomePC>

Yes.

--------------------------------------------------
From: "ldsp" <60bugeye at cebridge.net>
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 5:43 PM
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer

> Can anyone tell me (Leo wants to know) if a 1967 MG Midget fit into an 
> "Open
> 6' x 12' U-Haul Utility Trailer
>
>
> Leo's BETTER 1/2
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From frogeye at cox.net  Mon Aug 10 18:17:15 2009
From: frogeye at cox.net (frogeye)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:17:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] NOS locator info
Message-ID: <F2B38642098B4D74B0A90205A960E3B9@maind>

They are located in RI and actually are part of another retail outfit that
many MGB/MGA owners know as Scarborough Faire.
They are pretty much mail order only and I have just installed one of their
1275 ring gears myself
They seem to be a good quality parts resource
Alan

If anyone has been to Carlisle Weekend they know the Scarbourough Faire name
and Cecelia the owner as well

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug 10 18:34:20 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:34:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
References: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
Message-ID: <4A80BC8C.6030602@comcast.net>

Mark wrote:
> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  
Her NOS location shop is in Taiwan, she owns the factory over there.
She used to trade as Scarborough Fair back in the 80s.
I bought from her twice, once as Scarborough and once again from NOS 
Locators, then I realized who it was.
Never again for me, might as well by moss crap.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug 10 18:57:12 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:57:12 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
In-Reply-To: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
References: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <4A80C1E8.6060707@comcast.net>

ldsp wrote:
> Can anyone tell me (Leo wants to know) if a 1967 MG Midget fit into an "Open
> 6' x 12' U-Haul Utility Trailer
>
>
>
>   
Yes but don't tell them it's a Midget, they will tell you it doesn't fit 
but it does. It's real close and the tires may rub the inner rails but 
it fits and works,


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 10 19:32:02 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:32:02 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
In-Reply-To: <bcc.51f696e3.37b1bef6@aol.com>
Message-ID: <726244.44505.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

420C. 1310CC A-Series. I will rescind my "otptimal" and replace it with "no significant in excess of". Below 210F, it cost a HP or 2. 

--- On Mon, 8/10/09, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

> What's that in centrigrade and was the engine an
> A-series?

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 10 19:34:54 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:34:54 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
Message-ID: <824000.78561.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

What the ? was I thinking???? That's 100C, roughly!

--- On Mon, 8/10/09, Ron
Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com>
>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
> To:
spridgets at autox.team.net, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
> Date: Monday, August 10,
2009, 8:32 PM
> 420C. 1310CC A-Series. I will rescind
> my "otptimal" and
replace it with "no significant in excess
> of". Below 210F, it cost a HP or
2. 
> 
> --- On Mon, 8/10/09, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
>
<WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > What's that in centrigrade and was
the engine an
> > A-series?
> 
> 
> 
>       

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 20:14:21 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:14:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NOS locator info
In-Reply-To: <F2B38642098B4D74B0A90205A960E3B9@maind>
References: <F2B38642098B4D74B0A90205A960E3B9@maind>
Message-ID: <402188520908101914k6f5bc795h2a46ec91d37e2600@mail.gmail.com>

> If anyone has been to Carlisle Weekend they know the Scarbourough Faire name
> and Cecelia the owner as well

Nope. I went there in 2003 and have no memory of either.
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 20:20:24 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:20:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
In-Reply-To: <824000.78561.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <824000.78561.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908101920h8bc59fdp856a5df2b9c929d5@mail.gmail.com>

> What the ? was I thinking???? That's 100C, roughly!

101.666667 if you want to be a little closer. Don't you hate it when
you realize that the answer you gave fails ALL of the sanity checks?

BTW, Google does excellent conversions. In this case, simply search on
215 degrees F in Celsius and up pops the answer. It will also do US
gallon to Imperial gallon conversions and many many more. Likewise
does many equations.
http://www.google.com/intl/en/help/features.html#calculator
David L

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Mon Aug 10 20:35:54 2009
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 19:35:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
References: <8196777B59304B48821D1CC204AC6545@Dell9200>
Message-ID: <2ad6c6b10908101935i4fad8d71o9b1157c5d6c7efe9@mail.gmail.com>

They sell a new BE MC for $209.
200372253906

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 10 20:37:17 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 19:37:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
In-Reply-To: <402188520908101920h8bc59fdp856a5df2b9c929d5@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <11572.91611.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Bing.com does the math for a lot of complex stuff as well. Aside from the conversion, almost everyone knows water boils at 100C, 212F.

--- On Mon, 8/10/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
> To: "Ron Soave" <soavero at yahoo.com>
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
> Date: Monday, August 10, 2009, 9:20 PM
> > What the ? was I thinking????
> That's 100C, roughly!
> 
> 101.666667 if you want to be a little closer. Don't you
> hate it when
> you realize that the answer you gave fails ALL of the
> sanity checks?
> 
> BTW, Google does excellent conversions. In this case,
> simply search on
> 215 degrees F in Celsius and up pops the answer. It will
> also do US
> gallon to Imperial gallon conversions and many many more.
> Likewise
> does many equations.
> http://www.google.com/intl/en/help/features.html#calculator
> David L

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Mon Aug 10 21:13:03 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:13:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] getting close
Message-ID: <F50348CFCF7642428244A49DDE1352DF@blackbox2>

http://tinyurl.com/klkb5g

Motor runs and 5 speed shifts.

Still need to replace the driver's side quarter eliptic and  put new bushings in the upper control arm.
Clutch pedal is hard but the brake pedal is soft.  There must be a leak somewhere, but no fluid is being lost.
The bonnet is also ready, but I don't want to put it on until all the mechanicals are in order.

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Mon Aug 10 21:22:57 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:22:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
In-Reply-To: <11572.91611.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <402188520908101920h8bc59fdp856a5df2b9c929d5@mail.gmail.com>,
	<11572.91611.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A80E411.21253.291D5F1@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Only at Standard Sea-Level Pressure... (~14 psi)

It's impossible to make a decent cup of tea on top of Mt Everest....  
<G>

On 10 Aug 2009 at 19:37, Ron Soave wrote:

>> almost everyone knows water boils at 100C, 212F


--
Dave G.   KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Aug 10 22:05:07 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:05:07 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] High Quality Tag Sale
Message-ID: <688850.1282.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

This is another shameless self-promotion. I am selling some repro British signs for anyone interested. 

Christmas is right around the corner and you might want to gift one of these to your spouse or insignificant other.

Maybe, you want to use part of your unemployment check or let the children go hungry, I don't know. Regardless, here are the links. If I have the stamina I may even list some honest to God, NOS items made in a country that starts with the letter "E".

Item 120457984021
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120457984021

Item 120457981504
http://cgi.ebay.com/British-Reproduction-Lucas-Electric-sign_W0QQitemZ120457981504QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c0bdaee40&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14

Item 120457983100
http://cgi.ebay.com/British-Reproduction-BMC-British-Motor-Corporation-sign_W0QQitemZ120457983100QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c0bdaf47c&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
63 Austin Healey Pink Sprite
61 Innocenti 950 Spider
73 Morris Mini Van

From wmseverin at charter.net  Tue Aug 11 05:04:13 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:04:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
In-Reply-To: <4A80C1E8.6060707@comcast.net>
References: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
	<4A80C1E8.6060707@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002401ca1a73$76453a10$62cfae30$@net>

I have 2 Sprite sized open trailers for sale. One is $250 (it's in IL), the
other is $400  (it's in WI).

> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
> Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 7:57 PM
> To: ldsp
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
> 
> ldsp wrote:
> > Can anyone tell me (Leo wants to know) if a 1967 MG Midget fit into
> an "Open
> > 6' x 12' U-Haul Utility Trailer
> >
> >
> >
> >
> Yes but don't tell them it's a Midget, they will tell you it doesn't
> fit
> but it does. It's real close and the tires may rub the inner rails but
> it fits and works,
> 
> 
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Tue Aug 11 06:12:34 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:12:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Ever See a 1948 Tucker?
Message-ID: <995221E995D34617AF66E83360FC7B55@HomePC>

http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm

They mention that there was never a convertible model made, but there is a guy
in Madison, WI who has what he claims to be a prototype of a convertible
Tucker.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug 11 06:21:44 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:21:44 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
In-Reply-To: <4A80E411.21253.291D5F1@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <402188520908101920h8bc59fdp856a5df2b9c929d5@mail.gmail.com>,
	<11572.91611.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 
	<4A80E411.21253.291D5F1@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W258A3758D25434346136B4B8070@phx.gbl>

So ... what 'did' you do for tea?  :)

> From: kk7ss at verizon.net
>
> Only at Standard Sea-Level Pressure... (~14 psi)
>
> It's impossible to make a decent cup of tea on top of Mt Everest....
> <G>
>
> On 10 Aug 2009 at 19:37, Ron Soave wrote:
>
> >> almost everyone knows water boils at 100C, 212F
>
>
> --
> Dave G. KK7SS
> '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
>
> If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still
> alive !!

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Tue Aug 11 06:40:30 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:40:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
In-Reply-To: <002401ca1a73$76453a10$62cfae30$@net>
References: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
	<4A80C1E8.6060707@comcast.net>  <002401ca1a73$76453a10$62cfae30$@net>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W22DAC978D271774E505FC8C2070@phx.gbl>

Got pics of em WST??


Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> From: wmseverin at charter.net
> To: spritenut at comcast.net; 60bugeye at cebridge.net
> Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:04:13 -0500
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
>
> I have 2 Sprite sized open trailers for sale. One is $250 (it's in IL), the
> other is $400  (it's in WI).
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-
> > bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
> > Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 7:57 PM
> > To: ldsp
> > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
> >
> > ldsp wrote:
> > > Can anyone tell me (Leo wants to know) if a 1967 MG Midget fit into
> > an "Open
> > > 6' x 12' U-Haul Utility Trailer
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > Yes but don't tell them it's a Midget, they will tell you it doesn't
> > fit
> > but it does. It's real close and the tires may rub the inner rails but
> > it fits and works,
> >
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> > My own Fleet of Sprites
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From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Aug 11 06:59:41 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 05:59:41 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <4A80BC8C.6030602@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <52FFE84E582D45E58BB67C39EB7D3875@TRACY>

The items I bought were Old stock. Not repo.

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 5:34 PM
To: Mark
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear

Mark wrote:
> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators?  
Her NOS location shop is in Taiwan, she owns the factory over there.
She used to trade as Scarborough Fair back in the 80s.
I bought from her twice, once as Scarborough and once again from NOS 
Locators, then I realized who it was.
Never again for me, might as well by moss crap.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites
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From wmseverin at charter.net  Tue Aug 11 07:09:29 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:09:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W22DAC978D271774E505FC8C2070@phx.gbl>
References: <8090A4211F2B4AA9A504F5605C639B07@CatheyBPC>
	<4A80C1E8.6060707@comcast.net>  <002401ca1a73$76453a10$62cfae30$@net>
	<BLU103-W22DAC978D271774E505FC8C2070@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <005001ca1a84$f60490a0$e20db1e0$@net>

My damn camera has gone missing. Maybe I can do a camera pic. 

The cheaper of the two is at Neal Anderson's in IL.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of brian S
> Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 7:41 AM
> To: spridgets list
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
> 
> Got pics of em WST??
> 
> 
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
> 
> 
> 
> > From: wmseverin at charter.net
> > To: spritenut at comcast.net; 60bugeye at cebridge.net
> > Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:04:13 -0500
> > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Question about u-haul utility trailer
> >
> > I have 2 Sprite sized open trailers for sale. One is $250 (it's in
> IL), the
> > other is $400  (it's in WI).

From grday at btinternet.com  Tue Aug 11 07:40:04 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:40:04 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47
References: <402188520908101920h8bc59fdp856a5df2b9c929d5@mail.gmail.com>,
	<11572.91611.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A80E411.21253.291D5F1@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<BAY112-W258A3758D25434346136B4B8070@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <538B2DB091A34EAB8FDA05D9521E3DE3@dell330>

Used a pressure cooker.


:-)



----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 1:21 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Temps and Break in oil, pt. 47


> So ... what 'did' you do for tea?  :)
> 
>> From: kk7ss at verizon.net
>>
>> Only at Standard Sea-Level Pressure... (~14 psi)
>>
>> It's impossible to make a decent cup of tea on top of Mt Everest....
>> <G>
>>
>> On 10 Aug 2009 at 19:37, Ron Soave wrote:
>>
>> >> almost everyone knows water boils at 100C, 212F
>>
>>
>> --
>> Dave G. KK7SS
>> '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
>>
>> If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still
>> alive !!
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Aug 11 07:41:12 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:41:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] This Diamond Ring Gear
In-Reply-To: <52FFE84E582D45E58BB67C39EB7D3875@TRACY>
Message-ID: <82775.69511.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

With all the NOS stuff that has gone through ebay over recent years, I am
surprised people even settle for a lot of this repro junk.

In my experience, there is more NOS stuff around now than ever.

(And there's going to be even more, if I can get my a** in gear to list stuff
on ebay.)

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
61 Innocenti 950 Spider
63 Pink Sprite
73 Morris Mini Van

--- On Tue, 8/11/09, Tracy Drummond <bighealey at charter.net> wrote:

From: Tracy Drummond <bighealey at charter.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear
To: "'Frank'" <spritenut at comcast.net>, "'Mark'" <mark at nashvilletn.org>
Cc: "'Spridgets'" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 8:59 AM

The items I bought were Old stock. Not repo.

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 5:34 PM
To: Mark
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] eBay Ring Gear

Mark wrote:
> Has anyone purchased one of these from NOS locators? 
Her NOS location shop is in Taiwan, she owns the factory over there.
She used to trade as Scarborough Fair back in the 80s.
I bought from her twice, once as Scarborough and once again from NOS
Locators, then I realized who it was.
Never again for me, might as well by moss crap.

From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Tue Aug 11 12:43:26 2009
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:43:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Once More - Tank
Message-ID: <37dc82d40908111143r22aa6645pbbec8258ce6bc50e@mail.gmail.com>

After reading Billys comment. .  mine was also made in Canada (bought via
eBay).  So it might be the same item. .  I just do not remember the lock
ring part. . might have been a lock ring.  Again, I installed it about 3
(maybe 4) years ago.  But I do recall that it was made in Canada. .  and it
looks like a quality build.

Kirk

From soavero at yahoo.com  Tue Aug 11 13:01:49 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:01:49 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Street Bugeye's new oil
Message-ID: <88085.10304.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

http://www.synmaxperformancelubricants.com/SynMaxclassic10W40.html

Ron

From peter at nosimport.com  Tue Aug 11 13:09:11 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:09:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Once More - Tank
In-Reply-To: <37dc82d40908111143r22aa6645pbbec8258ce6bc50e@mail.gmail.co
  m>
References: <37dc82d40908111143r22aa6645pbbec8258ce6bc50e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <200908111209970.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

They are ALL made by Spectrum Premium from Canadia. You may be able 
to buy them locally, as they have lots of dealers in the US.

         Peter C
==
At 01:43 PM 8/11/2009, Kirk Hargreaves wrote:
>After reading Billys comment. .  mine was also made in Canada (bought via
>eBay).  So it might be the same item. .  I just do not remember the lock
>ring part. . might have been a lock ring.  Again, I installed it about 3
>(maybe 4) years ago.  But I do recall that it was made in Canada. .  and it
>looks like a quality build.
>
>Kirk

From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Tue Aug 11 13:13:42 2009
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:13:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye hardtop parts
Message-ID: <200908111914.n7BJDmaI024329@mail.usimperio.com>

Anyone know of a location in Canada that carries Bugeye hardtop 
parts.  Looking for the front hold down clamps. I've heard somewhere 
that there is a place that makes repos of these and for the life of 
me I cannot remember where it is. Old age setting in.

Dave

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Tue Aug 11 13:22:10 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:22:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] In case you actually need an excuse ...
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908111222y2741329cg3c83f8ada34ebbc5@mail.gmail.com>

... to take your Spridget out for a drive this evening.

Meteor Shower Tonight to Yield 80 Meteors an Hour?
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2009/08/090811-perseid-meteor-shower-tonight.html

or

http://tinyurl.com/nqlduc

From richb at u.washington.edu  Tue Aug 11 15:37:56 2009
From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:37:56 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
Message-ID: <1BA5C212D8E041CBBF1984226C1E0314@psych.washington.edu>

I've got a couple 1500 tuning questions but first some background so you know
what I'm working with.

The car is a '76 Midget running the stock 1500 and Zenith Stromberg carburetor
with the exception that the previous owner had striped off all the smog
control equipment.  The PO had also installed a Lumanition electronic ignition
system that mounts in the stock distributor.  I would assume this was to
replace a failed Lucas OPUS system that the car came with.  I have completely
rebuilt the carb and the water choke. Resurfaced the choke to carb mounting
face to remove some cupping, and replaced the O-ring that seals the needle
holder to the bottom of the dash pot.  It has new plugs, but I have not
replaced the cap, rotor, or wires yet.  They looked unused.  It runs
surprisingly well for a car that has sat as long as it did, but there are two
tuning issues I would like to address.

Timing
When I set the timing to the factory spec of 2 ATDC the engine ran extremely
hot.  Bill M suggested that this might be due to the smog equipment having
been removed.  I now have it set to the non-emissions UK market spec of 10
BTDC and it runs better  and much cooler.  So here's the question.  Is this
where I should leave it or does someone have experience with another setting
they would like to share?

Carburetor
The car seems to hesitate at higher RPM's which would lead me to believe that
it's running lean.  I thought I was pretty carful when I set the float level,
but I may have set it off.  If I have it set right and am running still
running lean how much should I raise the float level from the normal setting
to correct for this.  This carb is a PITA to fit and remove, so I'd rather not
go with trial and error if I can help it.

Any suggestion?

Rich Ball
'76 Midget
Everett, WA

From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Aug 11 16:04:22 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:04:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
In-Reply-To: <1BA5C212D8E041CBBF1984226C1E0314@psych.washington.edu>
Message-ID: <20090811180422.8X7TJ.1555671.root@mp15>

Richard,

I found that with the smog kit removed I had to advance the timing significantly although I do not recall the degrees.

Also  beware of excess crankcase pressure in these little 1500s.  I had the dipstick leaking horrably at higher RPMs.  I vented through the fuel pump blanking plate to a tee to the valve cover where it met the air cleaner.

I used a Weber 32/36 and maniforld with great success from Pierce Manifolds.

Hope that helps.

Tracy

---- Richard Ball <richb at u.washington.edu> wrote: 
> I've got a couple 1500 tuning questions but first some background so you know
> what I'm working with.
> 
> The car is a '76 Midget running the stock 1500 and Zenith Stromberg carburetor
> with the exception that the previous owner had striped off all the smog
> control equipment.  The PO had also installed a Lumanition electronic ignition
> system that mounts in the stock distributor.  I would assume this was to
> replace a failed Lucas OPUS system that the car came with.  I have completely
> rebuilt the carb and the water choke. Resurfaced the choke to carb mounting
> face to remove some cupping, and replaced the O-ring that seals the needle
> holder to the bottom of the dash pot.  It has new plugs, but I have not
> replaced the cap, rotor, or wires yet.  They looked unused.  It runs
> surprisingly well for a car that has sat as long as it did, but there are two
> tuning issues I would like to address.
> 
> Timing
> When I set the timing to the factory spec of 2 ATDC the engine ran extremely
> hot.  Bill M suggested that this might be due to the smog equipment having
> been removed.  I now have it set to the non-emissions UK market spec of 10
> BTDC and it runs better  and much cooler.  So here's the question.  Is this
> where I should leave it or does someone have experience with another setting
> they would like to share?
> 
> Carburetor
> The car seems to hesitate at higher RPM's which would lead me to believe that
> it's running lean.  I thought I was pretty carful when I set the float level,
> but I may have set it off.  If I have it set right and am running still
> running lean how much should I raise the float level from the normal setting
> to correct for this.  This carb is a PITA to fit and remove, so I'd rather not
> go with trial and error if I can help it.
> 
> Any suggestion?
> 
> Rich Ball
> '76 Midget
> Everett, WA
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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Tue Aug 11 16:16:11 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:16:11 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Once More - Tank
Message-ID: <20090811.161611.14297.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com>

To all who replied-Tanks! er- Thanks! apparently they are all made by the same
people, and the only problems anyone has seen is shipping damage to the inlet,
and possibly no baffles (problem or not? you decide).
Thanks again everyone.


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug 11 19:05:14 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:05:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye hardtop parts
In-Reply-To: <200908111914.n7BJDmaI024329@mail.usimperio.com>
References: <200908111914.n7BJDmaI024329@mail.usimperio.com>
Message-ID: <4A82154A.9090303@comcast.net>

Dave Yealy wrote:
> Anyone know of a location in Canada that carries Bugeye hardtop 
> parts.  Looking for the front hold down clamps. I've heard somewhere 
> that there is a place that makes repos of these and for the life of me 
> I cannot remember where it is. Old age setting in.
>
I bought mine years ago from AH Spares.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug 11 19:09:37 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:09:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] varac - Mosport
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP19BA4C9901DDF2D9443F39B8040@phx.gbl>

http://www.omgc.info/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/varac_2010.pdf

From herby at herbytoys.com  Tue Aug 11 19:34:55 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:34:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] LCB header question
Message-ID: <0F7A0F755BC04DF58E79D4F0BA0A2C71@HERBYZ>

http://www.herbytoys.com/test.htm

 

I have this LCB header but wonder what the application is? I haven't seen it
anywhere before. Anyone have an idea? When purchased it was listed just as
an 'A' series header.

 

The end primary tubes are 1-3/8. The center primary and the secondary tubes
are 1-1/2. The secondary tube length is about 20 inches. Collector outlet OD
is 1-3/4. I was planning on installing this on my 63 as I was planning on a
pumped up 1275. But since I'm selling the 63 now maybe I'd put it on the 62
Sprite. It is a 1275 with a 40mm DCOE Weber but is stock internally. It
currently has a 3-1 style header.

 

Based on Vizard this seems to be too much for my engine. What say the list? 

 

Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com

www.herbytoys.com

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Tue Aug 11 20:10:31 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:10:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn
Message-ID: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>

  I was able to obtain a Steering column surround from Atlanta Auto Imports ,
without the slip ring.  i assume that this is the copper ring that the horn
needs. Does anyone source this item for a BE?

  Thanks
  Jim

From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug 11 20:41:46 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:41:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn
In-Reply-To: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <4A822BEA.3050100@comcast.net>

Jim F. wrote:
>   I was able to obtain a Steering column surround from Atlanta Auto Imports ,
> without the slip ring.  i assume that this is the copper ring that the horn
> needs. Does anyone source this item for a BE?
>
>   
It is brass and you could probably make one if you have a small piece of 
brass or copper will work just as well.
You can see the outline on the plinth, and 3 spots for the bend over 
tabs. A wire with a bullet connector was soldered to it.
I do not have one handy and am trying to remember mine when I took the 
brass ring off a cracked plinth and put it on a good plinth.
You can get copper or brass at any craft, hobby, or quality hardware 
store in small squares.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Tue Aug 11 21:24:51 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:24:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn
In-Reply-To: <4A822BEA.3050100@comcast.net>
References: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A822BEA.3050100@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908112024n1c1b5b23o76931f0ca6ffe634@mail.gmail.com>

The slip ring is also available from AH Spares, 8.75 pounds.
Hal

On Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 7:41 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Jim F. wrote:
>
>>  I was able to obtain a Steering column surround from Atlanta Auto Imports
>> ,
>> without the slip ring.  i assume that this is the copper ring that the
>> horn
>> needs. Does anyone source this item for a BE?
>>
>>
>>
> It is brass and you could probably make one if you have a small piece of
> brass or copper will work just as well.
> You can see the outline on the plinth, and 3 spots for the bend over tabs.
> A wire with a bullet connector was soldered to it.
> I do not have one handy and am trying to remember mine when I took the
> brass ring off a cracked plinth and put it on a good plinth.
> You can get copper or brass at any craft, hobby, or quality hardware store
> in small squares.
>
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
>
> _______________________________________________
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From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Aug 11 21:37:46 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:37:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn
References: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A822BEA.3050100@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <F70EA334F65E43D49E7AAB63A045CFCD@blackbox2>

Your are in luck, I just painted my steering wheel/plinth and the nut is still loose.
Here is a pic:
http://tinyurl.com/l6kaaq
BTW, excuse the dust.  I was sanding nearby today.

Frank is correct. You could make this out of brass or copper.  Compass out the inner and outer diameters on a sheet.
Draw in the tabs.  Cut with tin snips.  Use a sharp chisle to cut out the inner ring and tabs 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:41 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn


> Jim F. wrote:
>>   I was able to obtain a Steering column surround from Atlanta Auto Imports ,
>> without the slip ring.  i assume that this is the copper ring that the horn
>> needs. Does anyone source this item for a BE?
>>
>>   
> It is brass and you could probably make one if you have a small piece of 
> brass or copper will work just as well.
> You can see the outline on the plinth, and 3 spots for the bend over 
> tabs. A wire with a bullet connector was soldered to it.
> I do not have one handy and am trying to remember mine when I took the 
> brass ring off a cracked plinth and put it on a good plinth.
> You can get copper or brass at any craft, hobby, or quality hardware 
> store in small squares.

From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com  Tue Aug 11 22:00:23 2009
From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:00:23 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] LCB header question
In-Reply-To: <0F7A0F755BC04DF58E79D4F0BA0A2C71@HERBYZ>
References: <0F7A0F755BC04DF58E79D4F0BA0A2C71@HERBYZ>
Message-ID: <b777e2be0908112100k1d5ad79dgee2e8efb0069104e@mail.gmail.com>

On Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 7:34 PM, Herby <herby at herbytoys.com> wrote:
I have this LCB header but wonder what the application is? I haven't seen it
anywhere before. Anyone have an idea? When purchased it was listed just as
an 'A' series header.

Based on Vizard this seems to be too much for my engine. What say the list?

It won't work! Send it to me for my Metropolitan! I'll pay reasonable
shipping too...

-- 
Kent
1960 Bugeye
1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...

From davriker at nwi.net  Tue Aug 11 22:05:12 2009
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:05:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] LCB header question
References: <0F7A0F755BC04DF58E79D4F0BA0A2C71@HERBYZ>
Message-ID: <E03F1A4821F64D7F982CAFEEBABCF67A@MAIN>

With the stock engine, but a 40 Weber and that header, you will loose some 
low end torque, but gain some hp in the higher rpm ranges.  Since you 
already have a  3 into one header, you probably wouldn't notice the 
difference if you switched to the lcb.  To optimize it, you'd have to re-jet 
the weber to match.  Keep it for that future engine build.
David R.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Herby" <herby at herbytoys.com>
To: <Spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] LCB header question


> http://www.herbytoys.com/test.htm
>
>
>
> I have this LCB header but wonder what the application is? I haven't seen 
> it
> anywhere before. Anyone have an idea? When purchased it was listed just as
> an 'A' series header.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 05:53:59 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:53:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Titan Intake Manifolds
Message-ID: <402188520908120453k4f64f61exa09355298bda326b@mail.gmail.com>

The proper Titan intake manifolds to install a single 1.75" SU carb
onto a Spridget is NLA right now. Bernie Higginson in the UK (on the
MGCars.org forum) is talking with Titan about doing a run of them if
he can generate enough interest. Here is his post:

>>> I'm considering having made from the original patterns (by Titan - dl), a
batch of Titan inlet manifolds for use with a S.U. HIF44 carb on Midgets and
Sprites. As you will know, these are the utimate for this job on a road car
and they give you the bonnet clearance which is not available if you use Mini
or Metro manifolds. I'm just testing the water at the moment to see if there
is ehough interest to make it a viable proposition. Obviously, the more people
want one, the cheaper it will be. So, if you fancy more power, smoother
driving and no more trying to keep your twins in tune drop me an email and
we'll take it from there. (bhigginson06 at aol.com) Cheers. Bernie.

If you would like to be on his list of interested parties, drop him a line.
David L

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 12 05:59:54 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:59:54 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Horn
In-Reply-To: <4333f8140908112024n1c1b5b23o76931f0ca6ffe634@mail.gmail.com>
References: <3C4910317E914BCB888FA5DA0D92020E@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A822BEA.3050100@comcast.net> 
	<4333f8140908112024n1c1b5b23o76931f0ca6ffe634@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2929C1860DDACC4028F8A1B8040@phx.gbl>

That's one heavy piece of brass ... !  ;)

> Date: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:24:51 -0700
>
> The slip ring is also available from AH Spares, 8.75 pounds.
> Hal
>
> On Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 7:41 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> > Jim F. wrote:
> >
> >> I was able to obtain a Steering column surround from Atlanta Auto
Imports
> >> ,
> >> without the slip ring. i assume that this is the copper ring that the
> >> horn
> >> needs. Does anyone source this item for a BE?
> >>
> >>
> >>
> > It is brass and you could probably make one if you have a small piece of
> > brass or copper will work just as well.
> > You can see the outline on the plinth, and 3 spots for the bend over
tabs.
> > A wire with a bullet connector was soldered to it.
> > I do not have one handy and am trying to remember mine when I took the
> > brass ring off a cracked plinth and put it on a good plinth.
> > You can get copper or brass at any craft, hobby, or quality hardware
store
> > in small squares.
> >
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> > My own Fleet of Sprites

From alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com  Wed Aug 12 07:38:40 2009
From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com (Alan East-Jones)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:38:40 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
References: <mailman.11.1249581604.3861.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>

Chucking LHT' s (little hard things) at tailgaters is a ploy I've not 
sed  - yet  !
We don't have em in the  UK  but you could always keep a skunk on your 
passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .
  That would probably work , When we had a hire car in canada they said if 
we hit a skunk they would write the hire car off as uneonomic to clean.

Aside
I met Margot Healey on June 21st this year when the UK Healey club held a 
concourse event in Warwick town Market square.  I had just ridden the VMCC 
Banbury run and was on my 1927 Sunbeam returning home when for some reason I 
de-toured into the 'Square'.
Totally unplanned but worth it , I didn't speak to Margot but she took a 
photo of me on the bike !
 I spoke to the chairman of the organising commitee who had a very nice big 
Healey . There was also at least  Frogeye  in attendance , the rest I guess 
had gone home.
 The people left  were sitting at a table in the late afternoon sun where 
else but outside a pub.  'The Tilted Wig '
Rgds Alabn 

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 08:00:20 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:00:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
 no rinse
In-Reply-To: <004401ca138f$aa391840$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <005140CE91414CC098A6F1FC0F6F552E@spider>
	<205cef430908011211q59a67336hc071f80c13289465@mail.gmail.com>
	<80A7F07905E04E0C8024A62F0E989D61@spider>
	<205cef430908020606w515683ddtc139b1c2ee816952@mail.gmail.com>
	<004401ca138f$aa391840$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <205cef430908120700t53baf128s1ecc40038a5ccfbb@mail.gmail.com>

I just ordered a 16oz bottle of this Picklex20 stuff. I'll report back next
week.
Lin

On Sun, Aug 2, 2009 at 12:38 PM, Paul Asgeirsson <PAsgeirsson at att.net>wrote:

> Hi Linda,
>
> I've used these phosphoric acid products like picklex in the past.  They
> all
> work just about the same, but are useless if you don't remove any "Scales"
> of rust that might be on the surface.
>
> So pay strict attention to getting the surface down below that before you
> use any of these surface prep products.
>
> Using these items is an absolute easy thing, prepping the surface to get
> them so the product will work right is sheer drudge work!
>
> Just don't expect these things to do the work for you, it's still up to you
> to get down through the last layer of rust to the steel.
>
> Later, Paul A
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Linda Grunthaner" <grunthaner at gmail.com>
> To: <corvallis at peoplepc.com>
> Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, August 02, 2009 6:06 AM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep steps
> no rinse
>
>
> > Bill,
> > I think I'll try that 16oz spray for $35.00 and go from there if anyone
> has
> > tips on the best use for this let us know. Lin
> >
> > On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 3:50 PM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
> >
> > > I will guess .yes. I emailed the company via the picklex.com site;
> asked
> > > if
> > > they had a way of buying their product online.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > "For ordering, please visit the web site www.picklex20.com and order
> > > through
> > > the On-Line Store which has all the sizes, prices etc..
> > >
> > > Please let me know if you have any problem ordering. Also please let me
> > > know
> > > if you have any specific question.
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > >
> > > R. Sen
> > >
> > > ICP, Inc.
> > >
> > > 256-650-0088"
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >  _____
> > >
> > > From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com]
> > > Sent: Saturday, August 01, 2009 12:11 PM
> > > To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> > > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Picklex for rust before priming no prep
> steps
> > > no rinse
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Bill,
> > >
> > > Is the Picklex20 the same thing? I was on the site
> > > <http://picklex.com/home.html> http://picklex.com/home.html
> > >
> > > Lin?
> > >
> > > On Sat, Aug 1, 2009 at 8:02 AM, <corvallis at peoplepc.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > I emailed them at picklex.com
> > >
> > > They say they have an online store at www.picklex20.com
> > >
> > > .bill in oregon
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 12 08:29:46 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:29:46 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
References: <mailman.11.1249581604.3861.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2244AF4E44650E4770D929B8040@phx.gbl>

Really?



I've never had the pleasure, but a friend hit one once with his car.  His car
reeked for a few days, but it got better.







> From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com
>
> Chucking LHT' s (little hard things) at tailgaters is a ploy I've not
> sed - yet !
> We don't have em in the UK but you could always keep a skunk on your
> passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .
> That would probably work , When we had a hire car in canada they said if
> we hit a skunk they would write the hire car off as uneonomic to clean.
>
> Aside
> I met Margot Healey on June 21st this year when the UK Healey club held a
> concourse event in Warwick town Market square. I had just ridden the VMCC
> Banbury run and was on my 1927 Sunbeam returning home when for some reason I
> de-toured into the 'Square'.
> Totally unplanned but worth it , I didn't speak to Margot but she took a
> photo of me on the bike !
> I spoke to the chairman of the organising commitee who had a very nice big
> Healey . There was also at least Frogeye in attendance , the rest I guess
> had gone home.
> The people left were sitting at a table in the late afternoon sun where
> else but outside a pub. 'The Tilted Wig '
> Rgds Alabn

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 08:29:59 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:29:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972 Video
Message-ID: <205cef430908120729x626145ffk8ec8b412cb4afe7@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I haven't had much time this summer to give to my little pink Sprite because
of summer work and still the agony of trying to sell my dads co-op. The
board has sat on the buyer for 4 months now and their mortgage lender is
days from end of contract. I have spent 15K out of pocket (could have been a
new Sprite) and an additional 20K out of his life insurance to keep this
co-op from forecloseure. These board members are really giving my fathers
estate and of course me the shaft and now we may not break even. I have
heard horror stories about this particular board in the past regarding
people trying to sell or buy but being this is a public list I'll refrain
for now in hopes I sell. Sorry for rambling I'll know by the 19th if we lost
the buyer.

Now for the good stuff I did a little work on Pinky (I haven't even take off
the hard top yet or pulled the cycle out yet) I used my auto polisher and
some red course compound on the faded bubblegum looking finish then I used
Nu Finish and it is shiny like glass. As I recall in the 70's I used NuVinyl
and it lasted for 2 years on my black vinyl roof of my 75 Grand Prix. I
think I used NuFinish (may have been called another name but defiantly not
an orange bottle) on my faded blue 65 Tempest and it removed the oxidation
and made it shinny like glass then too.

Check out the video on their website from 1972 it is what got me to buy it
then and I recall they had commercial in the 70's where they were in a junk
yard and took a hood from a junk yard car and used their product which
removed the oxidation and gave it a glass gloss finish does anyone remember
that or was it a different product? Also if it was a different product what
was it? And the ad says it does not use wax so what's in it?

http://nufinish.com/company.html

http://nufinish.com/products_polish.html
Lin
PS I'll post picts when I get back from working in NYC.

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Wed Aug 12 09:03:27 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:03:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
In-Reply-To: <mailman.22810.1250078055.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.22810.1250078055.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A82D9BF.1080706@sbcglobal.net>

Rich,

Use 10^BTDC for timing. If the vacuum hose connection on the distributor 
diaphragm faces the distributor body, just cap it off. Not needed.

The miss at speed does sound like a lean condition. I dumped my ZS carb 
years ago, so my memory is fuzzy, but I don't think you want to change 
the float level. Try adjusting the needle through the top of the 
dashpot. Also make sure that all gaskets everywhere are in good 
condition. Is the air injection properly plugged? This setup is 
sensitive to vacuum leaks.

Lee

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Wed Aug 12 09:38:53 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:38:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
Message-ID: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>

----- Original Message -----
From: Jim F.
To: Jim Fournier
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:25 AM
Subject: Emailing: floorPicture.jpg



The message is ready to be sent with the following file or link attachments:
floorPicture.jpg

I received an Ashley Hinton Floor panel last evening and I have a question;
There is a flange or bracket on my original pan and an extra hole that is not
on my original. Additionally, the captive nuts for the accelerator are not
installed. I think I can handle the captive nuts ok but what of the bracket
and the oblong hole? The hole is all the way forward and I can feel the front
bulkhead through it. Is this needed?

Thanks.

Jim F


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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 11:45:00 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:45:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W2244AF4E44650E4770D929B8040@phx.gbl>
References: <mailman.11.1249581604.3861.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
	<BAY112-W2244AF4E44650E4770D929B8040@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908121045o22b1c23dj88df2a2321eaf9cc@mail.gmail.com>

Going home on Monday, my wife was passing someone, and a skunk was ambling
across the road. She nailed it's head at around 75 mph, but the car didn't
stink when we stopped. I am assuming that perhaps the slow person we were
passing, got their car sprayed by the spinning corpse of the skunk, as they
passed it.
Back roads in Texas offer up a large variety of road kill.

On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 9:29 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Really?
>
>
>
> I've never had the pleasure, but a friend hit one once with his car.  His
> car
> reeked for a few days, but it got better.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com
> >
> > Chucking LHT' s (little hard things) at tailgaters is a ploy I've not
> > sed - yet !
> > We don't have em in the UK but you could always keep a skunk on your
> > passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .
> > That would probably work , When we had a hire car in canada they said if
> > we hit a skunk they would write the hire car off as uneonomic to clean.
> >
> > Aside
> > I met Margot Healey on June 21st this year when the UK Healey club held a
> > concourse event in Warwick town Market square. I had just ridden the VMCC
> > Banbury run and was on my 1927 Sunbeam returning home when for some
> reason I
> > de-toured into the 'Square'.
> > Totally unplanned but worth it , I didn't speak to Margot but she took a
> > photo of me on the bike !
> > I spoke to the chairman of the organising commitee who had a very nice
> big
> > Healey . There was also at least Frogeye in attendance , the rest I guess
> > had gone home.
> > The people left were sitting at a table in the late afternoon sun where
> > else but outside a pub. 'The Tilted Wig '
> > Rgds Alabn
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Wed Aug 12 12:32:03 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:32:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
References: <mailman.11.1249581604.3861.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908121132x53acfc5cs7c31ad11e4470d74@mail.gmail.com>

Alan,

There sure were plenty of tailgaters in the UK back in the late 60s!  A mate
of mine from Wokingham who owned a Norton is the one who taught me the
technique. Used it to good effect once on the A40 near Beaconsfield...
Bloke in a 105E Anglia had a most surprised look on his face....  ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim

On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 8:38 AM, Alan East-Jones <
alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com> wrote:

> Chucking LHT' s (little hard things) at tailgaters is a ploy I've not sed
>  - yet  !
> We don't have em in the  UK  but you could always keep a skunk on your
> passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .
>  That would probably work , When we had a hire car in canada they said if
> we hit a skunk they would write the hire car off as uneonomic to clean.
>
> Aside
> I met Margot Healey on June 21st this year when the UK Healey club held a
> concourse event in Warwick town Market square.  I had just ridden the VMCC
> Banbury run and was on my 1927 Sunbeam returning home when for some reason
I
> de-toured into the 'Square'.
> Totally unplanned but worth it , I didn't speak to Margot but she took a
> photo of me on the bike !
> I spoke to the chairman of the organising commitee who had a very nice big
> Healey . There was also at least  Frogeye  in attendance , the rest I guess
> had gone home.
> The people left  were sitting at a table in the late afternoon sun where
> else but outside a pub.  'The Tilted Wig '
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From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Aug 12 12:44:25 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:44:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908121045o22b1c23dj88df2a2321eaf9cc@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E702438E4A4643C49FB31A66EC5F997E@TRACY>

"Back roads in Texas offer up a large variety of road kill"

This now explains the enormous popularity of BBQ in Texas.

Yeeeee Haaaaaa  Ha

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 10:45 AM
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share

Going home on Monday, my wife was passing someone, and a skunk was ambling
across the road. She nailed it's head at around 75 mph, but the car didn't
stink when we stopped. I am assuming that perhaps the slow person we were
passing, got their car sprayed by the spinning corpse of the skunk, as they
passed it.
Back roads in Texas offer up a large variety of road kill.

On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 9:29 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Really?
>
>
>
> I've never had the pleasure, but a friend hit one once with his car.  His
> car
> reeked for a few days, but it got better.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com
> >
> > Chucking LHT' s (little hard things) at tailgaters is a ploy I've not
> > sed - yet !
> > We don't have em in the UK but you could always keep a skunk on your
> > passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .
> > That would probably work , When we had a hire car in canada they said if
> > we hit a skunk they would write the hire car off as uneonomic to clean.
> >
> > Aside
> > I met Margot Healey on June 21st this year when the UK Healey club held
a
> > concourse event in Warwick town Market square. I had just ridden the
VMCC
> > Banbury run and was on my 1927 Sunbeam returning home when for some
> reason I
> > de-toured into the 'Square'.
> > Totally unplanned but worth it , I didn't speak to Margot but she took a
> > photo of me on the bike !
> > I spoke to the chairman of the organising commitee who had a very nice
> big
> > Healey . There was also at least Frogeye in attendance , the rest I
guess
> > had gone home.
> > The people left were sitting at a table in the late afternoon sun where
> > else but outside a pub. 'The Tilted Wig '
> > Rgds Alabn
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From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Wed Aug 12 13:23:34 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:23:34 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Titan Intake Manifolds
In-Reply-To: <402188520908120453k4f64f61exa09355298bda326b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <402188520908120453k4f64f61exa09355298bda326b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <d49b03130908121223r7c53404bn2716aae24bca6fa8@mail.gmail.com>

David,
     Have you checked to see if APT has any left in stock?  That's where I
got mine.
Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 4:53 AM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> The proper Titan intake manifolds to install a single 1.75" SU carb
> onto a Spridget is NLA right now. Bernie Higginson in the UK (on the
> MGCars.org forum) is talking with Titan about doing a run of them if
> he can generate enough interest. Here is his post:
>
> >>> I'm considering having made from the original patterns (by Titan - dl),
> a
> batch of Titan inlet manifolds for use with a S.U. HIF44 carb on Midgets
> and
> Sprites. As you will know, these are the utimate for this job on a road car
> and they give you the bonnet clearance which is not available if you use
> Mini
> or Metro manifolds. I'm just testing the water at the moment to see if
> there
> is ehough interest to make it a viable proposition. Obviously, the more
> people
> want one, the cheaper it will be. So, if you fancy more power, smoother
> driving and no more trying to keep your twins in tune drop me an email and
> we'll take it from there. (bhigginson06 at aol.com) Cheers. Bernie.
>
> If you would like to be on his list of interested parties, drop him a line.
> David L
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From CAWS52803 at aol.com  Wed Aug 12 13:33:57 2009
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:33:57 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] British Healey mags for sale
Message-ID: <d25.55f407bb.37b47325@aol.com>

I have a collection of Rev Counter magazines available as I don't have any 
more room.  They are all in excellent condition and range from 30 - 48 pages 
each.  This is the official magazine of the British Austin-Healey Club.
 
This would include the following 
Vol 3  #3     1984
Vol 5 # 2-6  1986
Vol 6 # 1-6  1987
 
Vol 7 # 1-6  1988
 
Vol 8 # 1-6  1989
 
Vol 9 # 1-6  1990
 
Vol 10 # 1-6  1991
 
Vol 11 # 1-11  1992
A total of 46 magazines.
Also 6 issues of Hundred and Thousand from 1986.  An Australian AH 
publication.  Best offer plus shipping.
Please contact me at caws52803 at AOL dot com.
Thanks,
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug 12 13:44:53 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:44:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <E702438E4A4643C49FB31A66EC5F997E@TRACY>
References: <e98d88090908121045o22b1c23dj88df2a2321eaf9cc@mail.gmail.com>,
	<E702438E4A4643C49FB31A66EC5F997E@TRACY>
Message-ID: <4A831BB5.2221.10D49A2@kk7ss.verizon.net>

The way I heard it when I was in Abilene...

How many Aggies does it take to eat an Armadillo??
Two!  One of them has to watch for traffic...

On 12 Aug 2009 at 11:44, Tracy Drummond wrote:
>> "Back roads in Texas offer up a large variety of road kill"

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From spritenut at comcast.net  Wed Aug 12 14:24:44 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:24:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Oil pan/sump
Message-ID: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>

Wanted to buy, steal, trade, or cobble up.
1 Spridget 1275 oil pan (aka sump)
preferably  one that has no holes in it.
I checked Ebay, nothing right now,
I just stopped at the machine shop and he showed me the day ight thru 
the pan after it came out of the tank, Not good.
So if anybody has one, please let me know how much and if you want to 
part with it.
Dents are OK, holes are not ;)
948s and 1098s have a different pan, it has to be from a 1275.

Thanks

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Aug 12 14:30:11 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:30:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <4A831BB5.2221.10D49A2@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <067B070345EF4A3B8783B882D67D211B@TRACY>

How funny

As you know out here in California we are a strict diet of soy, nuts, twigs
and granola.

Protests and grass roots efforts are underway to "save the furry little
animals" from ending up as road-kill.

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave G.
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:45 PM
To: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Had to share

The way I heard it when I was in Abilene...

How many Aggies does it take to eat an Armadillo??
Two!  One of them has to watch for traffic...

On 12 Aug 2009 at 11:44, Tracy Drummond wrote:
>> "Back roads in Texas offer up a large variety of road kill"

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!
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From conen at bellsouth.net  Wed Aug 12 14:30:20 2009
From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:30:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
Message-ID: <795107.27562.qm@web180214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

per Alan...
>>We don't have em in the  UK  but you could always keep a skunk on your
passenger seat and toss it out the back if a tailgater stays too close .

  You can get bottled "skunk scent" in hunting supply stores. ;-)
 Ed in NC

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Aug 12 15:02:07 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:02:07 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Re: [9issa] FW: So you say you like small
 cars...cuz they save on gas...reduce your carbon footprint...well thats not
 all that can get REDUCED!!!!!!]
In-Reply-To: <4A832636.3030204@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <733629.30159.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Cute, but let's be serious. I doubt anyone in any type of vehicle would have survived that type of event.

PS I assume you are going to stop riding in your Spridgets.

Jay Fishbein
Sprites, Innocenti's, Mini's and willing risk my life in a Smart Car as well.

--- On Wed, 8/12/09, 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net> wrote:

From: 63ahbj7 <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>
Subject: [Fwd: Re: [9issa] FW: So you say you like small cars...cuz they save on gas...reduce your carbon footprint...well thats not all that can get REDUCED!!!!!!]
To: "0 - 63ahbj7 - comcast" <63ahbj7 at comcast.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2009, 4:29 PM

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Wed Aug 12 15:48:52 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:48:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Oil pan/sump
In-Reply-To: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>
References: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A8338C4.7050508@comcast.net>

<<I just stopped at the machine shop and he showed me the 
day ight thru the pan after it came out of the tank,>>

Ain't that the PERFECT use for POR-15, Frank ????

David L.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Aug 12 16:04:36 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:04:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Price Question
Message-ID: <998815.5881.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

In preparing to sell parts I no longer have a need to keep, I looked-up the price of a Quinton-Hazel 948 Clutch Kit. Moss shows this in their catalog with a price of roughly $280.00. My eyes almost popped-out when I saw the price as I haven't bought one in awhile. 

My question is this: Has anyone paid this amount for a clutch kit recently or is this price not accurate?

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

From spritenut at comcast.net  Wed Aug 12 16:26:02 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 18:26:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Oil pan/sump
In-Reply-To: <4A8338C4.7050508@comcast.net>
References: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>
  <4A8338C4.7050508@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A83417A.60701@comcast.net>

63ahbj7 wrote:
> <<I just stopped at the machine shop and he showed me the day ight 
> thru the pan after it came out of the tank,>>
>
> Ain't that the PERFECT use for POR-15, Frank ????
>

I gooped up my boat oil pan once, that didn't work too good. (Marine Tex)
I am not going to goop up this perfed pan nor try to weld up the holes.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Aug 12 17:28:52 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:28:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Price Question
In-Reply-To: <998815.5881.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4E6AF450E4634B3489F9ADABCA9BEFDF@TRACY>

Jay,

If it is a complete kit that sounds right.  Pressure plate, throw-out
bearing, pilot bush and clutch friction disk.

Also replace the flexible line while your under there (grin).

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay Fishbein
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 3:05 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Price Question

In preparing to sell parts I no longer have a need to keep, I looked-up the
price of a Quinton-Hazel 948 Clutch Kit. Moss shows this in their catalog
with a price of roughly $280.00. My eyes almost popped-out when I saw the
price as I haven't bought one in awhile. 

My question is this: Has anyone paid this amount for a clutch kit recently
or is this price not accurate?

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
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From herby at herbytoys.com  Wed Aug 12 17:58:58 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:58:58 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] LCB header question
In-Reply-To: <E03F1A4821F64D7F982CAFEEBABCF67A@MAIN>
Message-ID: <9BFE6FD2187D464490680B5DCBCA22ED@HERBYZ>

Thanks David. I think that's what I will do.

Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com
www.herbytoys.com
 
-----Original Message-----
From: David Riker [mailto:davriker at nwi.net] 
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:05 PM
To: herby at herbytoys.com; Spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] LCB header question

With the stock engine, but a 40 Weber and that header, you will loose some 
low end torque, but gain some hp in the higher rpm ranges.  Since you 
already have a  3 into one header, you probably wouldn't notice the 
difference if you switched to the lcb.  To optimize it, you'd have to re-jet

the weber to match.  Keep it for that future engine build.
David R.

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Wed Aug 12 20:54:04 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:54:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 69 = 79 top and rack
In-Reply-To: <d25.55f407bb.37b47325@aol.com>
References: <d25.55f407bb.37b47325@aol.com>
Message-ID: <ACC3E7FFDD8243458F558DDC5926785F@CatheyBPC>

Ended up with a top including the frame and a trunk lid rack in a recent 
aquisition.  Before i flea bay them thought I would offer them up here. 
Rack is very nice (all screws, mounting pads) , one minor ding that isnt 
really noticible.  A very small amount of polish and it would look like new 
(75.00 or open to offers).  Top has no rips and with minor scrubbing would 
also be nice.  The rear window is supple but will have to be cleaned using 
NOVUS to make it clear.  (75.00 including frame).
  Top  and rack should fit cars 1969 - 1979 I think.  Has the holes along 
the back edge for the chrome trim strip which attaches it to the body. 
Frame and header rail look like new.


Leo 

From james.f.juhas at snet.net  Wed Aug 12 21:02:20 2009
From: james.f.juhas at snet.net (Jim Juhas)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:02:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Oil pan/sump
In-Reply-To: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>
References: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A83823C.2080604@snet.net>

Frank:  I sold my last Sprite last year (Wife's car, and insisted to 
sell so I would work on her TR6) but I believe I have a couple of pans 
around.  How can I tell what it's from?

Frank wrote:
> Wanted to buy, steal, trade, or cobble up.
> 1 Spridget 1275 oil pan (aka sump)
> preferably  one that has no holes in it.
> I checked Ebay, nothing right now,
> I just stopped at the machine shop and he showed me the day ight thru 
> the pan after it came out of the tank, Not good.
> So if anybody has one, please let me know how much and if you want to 
> part with it.
> Dents are OK, holes are not ;)
> 948s and 1098s have a different pan, it has to be from a 1275.
>
> Thanks

From bkitterer at mac.com  Wed Aug 12 22:26:49 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:26:49 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cars for sale
Message-ID: <7C42FD63-46A0-4639-A1A1-D7FEDF191627@mac.com>

Hi Folks,

I am in the process of moving out of my house and into the motor  
home.  So have had to come to terms with letting some of my cars go.

Up for sale is the 2000 Miata Special Edition, Blue Book is $10,000.

And the 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes -  
asking $3,000.

For details contact me off list.

Thanks

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Aug 13 07:41:45 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:41:45 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for a 1098
In-Reply-To: <FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AEDB82@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com>
References: <12415601.191801250002259529.JavaMail.servlet@perfora>
	<FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AED72C@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com>
	<BAY112-W267ED4C49BB24F0A21637EB8070@phx.gbl>
	<FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AED760@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com>
	<BAY112-W4109B9B874D8015C99891CB8070@phx.gbl>
	<FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AED77B@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com>
	<BAY112-W248C9D5B963311153A8E69B8050@phx.gbl>
	<FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AEDB73@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com>
	<BAY112-W6DC0AB93D1A27CBF73D85B8050@phx.gbl> 
	<FAF310897720ED4EBEBF80BB2A4CC27051AEDB82@kansrvpex1.kinaxis.com> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W22CC64324AB1368276F983B8050@phx.gbl>

Hi!

There's a guy near Ottawa that was running a 1098 with a Toyota 5 speed in his
Bugeye and had a mishap.  To make a long story short, he is ideally looking
for a good running 1098.  He doesn't need manifolds or carbs or starter or
generator, etc; and he plans to use his existing flywheel.

Please reply directly to Tony, who is cc'ed on this email.

NFI
RD



From: TRalph at kinaxis.com

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Thu Aug 13 07:51:47 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 09:51:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1962-65 Austin Healey Cars & Parts Collection
Message-ID: <C20E35A2188F41B0B8ACAA110F652AA8@Home>

Big cash in Central NJ

http://cnj.craigslist.org/pts/1317977445.html

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 13 09:55:51 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:55:51 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1962-65 Austin Healey Cars & Parts Collection
In-Reply-To: <C20E35A2188F41B0B8ACAA110F652AA8@Home>
Message-ID: <840375.39632.qm@web51411.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Wonder what a set of Sprite running boards looks like?

--- On Thu, 8/13/09, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:


From: Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] 1962-65 Austin Healey Cars & Parts Collection
To: "Spridget Chat Group" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2009, 9:51 AM


Big cash in Central NJ

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From mark at nashvilletn.org  Thu Aug 13 10:37:00 2009
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:37:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1962-65 Austin Healey Cars & Parts Collection
References: <840375.39632.qm@web51411.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <B93BF8BBB75040F5913A340E21C87B09@CT>

Arkley ??


----- Original Message ----- 
From: HealeyRick 

Wonder what a set of Sprite running boards looks like?

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Aug 13 12:06:28 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:06:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972 Video
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908120729x626145ffk8ec8b412cb4afe7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908120729x626145ffk8ec8b412cb4afe7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A845624.9040909@comcast.net>

<<I recall they had commercial in the 70's where they were 
in a junk yard>>

You remember CORRECTLY, Lin !!!  And it is CURRENTLY running 
and the guy hasn't aged a day !!!!!!	LMAO!!

So, it really DOES work!!  Good to know.  Tnx.

Ed

PS:  We ALL will keep out fingers crossed that you (and NOT 
the fubared 'Board") WIN !!  er, and SOON !!!

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Aug 13 12:18:01 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:18:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Had to share
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W2244AF4E44650E4770D929B8040@phx.gbl>
References: <mailman.11.1249581604.3861.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<24CF66EEDBA54899A9C6D55D8B21407D@desktop>
	<BAY112-W2244AF4E44650E4770D929B8040@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4A8458D9.4050307@comcast.net>

<<I didn't speak to Margot but she took a photo of me on the 
bike !>>

Alan, I didn't see that the first time around.  The 
following applies to (1st - Sprites; 2nd - Midgets):

You missed meeting one of the FINEST and most ENJOYABLE "Car 
Ladies" EVER !!!  I have met & chatted with her (and 
Geoffrey) many, many times, including sitting with them by 
ourselves over cocktails !!!!  (ALL the Healey Family 
ENJOYED 'cock-tailing'<VBG>!!!).  They could be serious 
and/or VERY humorous !!!

At one Conclave, Geoff was the Official Starter for a TSD 
'fun' event.  Margot felt Geoff wasn't doing the job 
"properly" so should snatched the flag from Geoff and told 
him to "bugger off to the kurb and STAY there!!"  Had the 
whole bunch of us in stitches !!!!  Geoff had 'started' 
maybe 6 cars and Margot stayed and finished 'starting' the 
remaining 100 or so cars !!!!  Amazing<G>!!

Bottom line??  If you EVER get the chance, DO stop and chat !!!

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Thu Aug 13 12:40:37 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:40:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <mailman.13.1250186404.1020.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.13.1250186404.1020.spridgets@autox.team.net>
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For Billy and the other guitar-heads, the Legend has passed.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/14/arts/music/14paul.html?hp

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Aug 13 12:54:27 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:54:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972 Video
In-Reply-To: <4A845624.9040909@comcast.net>
References: <205cef430908120729x626145ffk8ec8b412cb4afe7@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A845624.9040909@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <FA91B3E691B74B78B8D76B36A2458332@spider>

Me too. Hope that good can outlast boards. ...bill in oregon
=======================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of 63ahbj7
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:06 AM
To: Spridget list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972 Video

<<I recall they had commercial in the 70's where they were 
in a junk yard>>

You remember CORRECTLY, Lin !!!  And it is CURRENTLY running 
and the guy hasn't aged a day !!!!!!	LMAO!!

So, it really DOES work!!  Good to know.  Tnx.

Ed

PS:  We ALL will keep out fingers crossed that you (and NOT 
the fubared 'Board") WIN !!  er, and SOON !!!
_______________________________________________

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Aug 13 13:21:07 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:21:07 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
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	<4A845E25.6010808@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908131221u4fadd11cw4234a3e56fa3650e@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks, Lee.  He will be missed.

Jim

On Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Lee Fox <lee.fox at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> For Billy and the other guitar-heads, the Legend has passed.
>
> http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/14/arts/music/14paul.html?hp

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Aug 13 13:47:25 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:47:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW:  Les Paul dies at 94
Message-ID: <91708C44B193454DB8176326B839D1AD@spider>

Les Paul, Mary Ford. The whole music scene from the late 40's thru the early
60's.  I've outlived my times. ...bill in oregon

=================================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Lee Fox
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:41 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94

For Billy and the other guitar-heads, the Legend has passed.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/14/arts/music/14paul.html?hp
_______________________________________________

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Thu Aug 13 14:06:43 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:06:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908131221u4fadd11cw4234a3e56fa3650e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>

figures...I'm just outside of Waukesha and hear it first on here.

Chris
---- Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote: 
> Thanks, Lee.  He will be missed.
> 
> Jim
> 
> On Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Lee Fox <lee.fox at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> 
> > For Billy and the other guitar-heads, the Legend has passed.

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Thu Aug 13 15:06:12 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:06:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] What a cluster___
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908131406q54d970cdsa6cb3e1816ef13e9@mail.gmail.com>

First the obligatory Spridget content ...
Took the family to Saint Louis to do the Anheuser-Busch Brewery tour
and catch a Cardinals baseball game yesterday.  Saw a decent looking
orange rubber bumper Midget on the US61 outer road on the way in to
STL out around the Moscow Mills area.  Only MG I spotted all day.  :-(

I'm not in STL a lot these days, but have been there often enough that
I rarely carry a map anymore - what a mistake that was.  When going
downtown we usually come in from the Northwest on I70 and then catch
I64 Westbound back out to Northbound US61. After the game we did a bit
of walking / sightseeing downtown and then headed out Market Street
(so the kids could see Union Station) to catch I64.

Shortly after getting on I64 we were met with signs saying "Interstate
Closed - All Traffic Must Exit".  I'm thinking OK, that's wierd, lane
cosures happen all the time down there but I didn't know they
completely closed major corridors.  Whatever; we'll just follow the
detour and be on our way.  Wrong!  Not a single detour sign anywhere!
That was quite helpful at 1 o'clock in the morning.  Not!
Criss-crossing back an forth around the area, and backtracking a
couple of times we found ourselves in questionable neighborhoods, we
finally found a road name I recognized and ended up adding a solid 45
minutes to our trip.

My only guess is that they figure the locals know their way around it,
and the detours for interstate travellers was given a couple of miles
before where we got on the highway where other interstate routes could
have been chosen.

I'm still shaking my head in disbelief that they closed an
_interstate_ route and had no marked detours at the actual closure
point, just concrete barriers and ripped up pavement.

Oh well, at least I got to see a nice Midget on the road, and the boys
got to witness a Pujols homerun hit at a winning Cardinals game (our
first game attendance).

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Thu Aug 13 15:09:19 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:09:19 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW:  Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <91708C44B193454DB8176326B839D1AD@spider>
References: <91708C44B193454DB8176326B839D1AD@spider>
Message-ID: <4A8480FF.20810.173E21B@kk7ss.verizon.net>

You and me and a few others....  ;-((

I can recall buying "How High the Moon" on vinyl and trying to 
convince my Mom that it was just one man and one woman playing,...  
Sigh...

Anyone remember "Flamingo" featuring Earl Bostic (on Verve)??

On 13 Aug 2009 at 12:47, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote:

>> Les Paul, Mary Ford. The whole music scene from the late 40's thru the
>> early 60's.  I've outlived my times. ...bill in oregon


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From spritenut at comcast.net  Thu Aug 13 15:49:17 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:49:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Oil pan/sump
In-Reply-To: <4A83823C.2080604@snet.net>
References: <4A83250C.6010800@comcast.net> <4A83823C.2080604@snet.net>
Message-ID: <4A848A5D.3080500@comcast.net>

Jim Juhas wrote:
> Frank:  I sold my last Sprite last year (Wife's car, and insisted to 
> sell so I would work on her TR6) but I believe I have a couple of pans 
> around.  How can I tell what it's from?
>
I think the end curves are smaller on the 948s and early 1098s, I do 
know they are not interchangeable.
A lister has already come thru and it's in the mail,
Thanks anyway.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Aug 13 16:03:37 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:03:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>
References: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>
Message-ID: <4A848DB9.8030404@comcast.net>

<<figures...I'm just outside of Waukesha and hear it first 
on here.>>

Well, I'm not Chris<G> but I did have a V/M about 25 mts. 
after Les passed from the son of a good friend of mine 
(non-LBCer).  The family is personal friends with him & 
family.  My pal's son even had some lessons from Les!!
Said son received as a present an UNDER 50 numbered 
instrument in NEW condition.  Strangely enough Trevor does 
NOT use it at gigs<G>!!!

I did get to meet Les on a couple of occasions when he was 
down here visiting my friend.  Very nice gent that one would 
NEVER guess that you were chatting with an actual legend !!!

He and his talent will be missed !!

Ed

From bkitterer at mac.com  Thu Aug 13 16:08:47 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:08:47 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] More Cars for sale
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Forgot to include that I am near San Diego.  Both cars are SOCA cars.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 12, 2009, at 9:26 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote:

> Hi Folks,
>
> I am in the process of moving out of my house and into the motor  
> home.  So have had to come to terms with letting some of my cars go.
>
> Up for sale is the 2000 Miata Special Edition, Blue Book is $10,000.
>
> And the 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes -  
> asking $3,000.
>
> For details contact me off list.
>
> Thanks
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
> 2000 Miata Special Edition
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Thu Aug 13 18:55:16 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:55:16 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <4A845E25.6010808@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> For Billy and the other guitar-heads
Our manager and I tried to get tickets to see him when we were in NY a
couple of months ago. They were being scalped at around $100. Now I wish
we'd gone for it.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Thu Aug 13 20:09:29 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:09:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
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Scalpers are probably still selling tickets.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT


On Aug 13, 2009, at 8:55 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Thu Aug 13 20:39:19 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:39:19 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>
References: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>
Message-ID: <52560.173.109.126.10.1250217559.squirrel@wm.wi.net>

I grew up in Waukesha and we're very proud of our native son!  Quite a
remarkable man.  He made a difference (British understatement that).

Dave W.


> figures...I'm just outside of Waukesha and hear it first on here.
>
> Chris

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Thu Aug 13 20:24:42 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:24:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
Message-ID: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>

I picked this book up earlier this year at the Carlisle Import Show.
It is an expensive book but it has some good photos and is a great restoration guide.

However today I found an error in the book on page 40 regarding the Bugeye bonnet struts.
The author states "The bonnet was held in the open positions by two nickel-plated struts.."

I am quite certain the struts were not nickel plated, but instead they were zinc (or maybe cadmium) plated.

I just wanted to mention this in case somebody out there was contemplating 
the expense of getting their struts nickel plated.  

I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have discovered in this book.

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Thu Aug 13 21:20:58 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:20:58 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <4A84D81A.4040707@sbcglobal.net>

I know what you mean. Never saw him perform. My cousin was Barney Kessel 
and I got to see him, Charlie Byrd, Herb Ellis and a bunch of other 
guitar greats growing up, but never Rhubarb Red.

Billy Zoom wrote:
>> For Billy and the other guitar-heads
> Our manager and I tried to get tickets to see him when we were in NY a
> couple of months ago. They were being scalped at around $100. Now I wish
> we'd gone for it.

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 00:30:11 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:30:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <52560.173.109.126.10.1250217559.squirrel@wm.wi.net>
References: <20090813200643.MADY6.603613.root@hrndva-web04-z01>
	<52560.173.109.126.10.1250217559.squirrel@wm.wi.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908132330i7a5616a1y7cfa6899fda670aa@mail.gmail.com>

A friend is a professional fund raiser who tried to get Waukesha to start a
Les Paul museum year ago. Local government was too dense to see the value of
it. Ah, well....
I suppose every town has the same myopia.  Last week I was in Okemha, OK,
the birthplace and childhood home of Woody Guthrie. Amazingly, they let his
childhood home fall apart to where there is nothing but a foundation left.
The local museum has about 30 feet of display that could have been done by a
kindergarten class and the city seems to not realize what a tourism treasure
they have. Myopia....   Dumb!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 9:39 PM, <dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:

> I grew up in Waukesha and we're very proud of our native son!  Quite a
> remarkable man.  He made a difference (British understatement that).
>
> Dave W.
>
>
> > figures...I'm just outside of Waukesha and hear it first on here.
> >
> > Chris
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Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 14 00:29:59 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:29:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6AA0404.20259%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <BCF3D02363754B11A7FEAEBB07B41AA2@HomePC>

Fellow BE owner Michael Allsup from Three Dog Night sat in with him once and 
said the old guy was giving him fits -- trying to make him look bad.

I also heard on the Bob and Tom show that Jimmy Buffet sat in with him once 
and Paul gave him a hard time.  I guess they gave Buffett a heavy guitar to 
play and when Jimmy asked for a strap, Paul said not to bother as he 
wouldn't be playing that long, anyhow.  As I recall Paul called him 
something to the effect of "somebody named Jimmy from Florida" as though he 
was a nobody.  He either had a big sense of humor or he could be a bit of an 
ass.  Don't know which.


LAD

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Billy Zoom" <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 7:55 PM
To: "Lee Fox" <lee.fox at sbcglobal.net>; <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94

>> For Billy and the other guitar-heads
> Our manager and I tried to get tickets to see him when we were in NY a
> couple of months ago. They were being scalped at around $100. Now I wish
> we'd gone for it.
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 14 05:23:24 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:23:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908132330i7a5616a1y7cfa6899fda670aa@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <763914.96463.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Try this one,if you like Woody Guthrie:
http://www.amazon.com/Woody-Guthrie-Life-Joe-Klein/dp/0394501527/ref=ed_oe_h
--- On Fri, 8/14/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Jim
Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
>
To: 
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 1:30 AM
>
A friend is a professional fund
> raiser who tried to get Waukesha to start a
> Les Paul museum year ago. Local government was too dense to
> see the value
of
> it. Ah, well....
> I suppose every town has the same myopia.  Last week I
> was in Okemha, OK,
> the birthplace and childhood home of Woody Guthrie.
>
Amazingly, they let his
> childhood home fall apart to where there is nothing
but a
> foundation left.
> The local museum has about 30 feet of display that
could
> have been done by a
> kindergarten class and the city seems to not
realize what a
> tourism treasure
> they have. Myopia....   Dumb!
> 
>
Cheers!!
> Jim
> 
> On Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 9:39 PM, <dwoerpel at wi.net>
>
wrote:
> 
> > I grew up in Waukesha and we're very proud of our
> native son! 
Quite a
> > remarkable man.  He made a difference (British
> understatement
that).
> >
> > Dave W.
> >
> >
> > > figures...I'm just outside of Waukesha
and hear
> it first on here.
> > >
> > > Chris
> >
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> 
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim
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> stupidity, and
I am
> not
> sure about the former. - Albert Einstein
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From conen at bellsouth.net  Fri Aug 14 05:44:45 2009
From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:44:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972
Message-ID: <557137.9184.qm@web180214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

If it's the commercial I'm thinking of, the car in the junkyard was a Volvo P1800 or P1800s, some of which were made in the UK. :-)

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 14 06:09:28 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:09:28 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W650A39D9D6A8E52E05C01B8020@phx.gbl>

Yours didn't come nickel plated?  ;)



Well, when buying a Bugeye, you can pull out the book and say " well, you car
doesn't have the nickel plated bonnet props and it's just not worth what
you're asking!! :)


> From: dlh2001 at comcast.net
>
> I picked this book up earlier this year at the Carlisle Import Show.
> It is an expensive book but it has some good photos and is a great
restoration guide.
>
> However today I found an error in the book on page 40 regarding the Bugeye
bonnet struts.
> The author states "The bonnet was held in the open positions by two
nickel-plated struts.."
>
> I am quite certain the struts were not nickel plated, but instead they were
zinc (or maybe cadmium) plated.
>
> I just wanted to mention this in case somebody out there was contemplating
> the expense of getting their struts nickel plated.
>
> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have discovered in
this book.

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Fri Aug 14 07:16:01 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:16:01 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <BCF3D02363754B11A7FEAEBB07B41AA2@HomePC>
Message-ID: <1420495540.13010191250255761049.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

well "jimmy from florida" has always said he is a mediocre at best guitar
player with a great personality and a VERY loyal following.




----- Original Message -----
From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 2:29:59 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94

Fellow BE owner Michael Allsup from Three Dog Night sat in with him once and
said the old guy was giving him fits -- trying to make him look bad.

I also heard on the Bob and Tom show that Jimmy Buffet sat in with him once
and Paul gave him a hard time. B I guess they gave Buffett a heavy guitar to
play and when Jimmy asked for a strap, Paul said not to bother as he
wouldn't be playing that long, anyhow. B As I recall Paul called him
something to the effect of "somebody named Jimmy from Florida" as though he
was a nobody. B He either had a big sense of humor or he could be a bit of an
ass. B Don't know which.


LAD

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Billy Zoom" <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 7:55 PM
To: "Lee Fox" <lee.fox at sbcglobal.net>; <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94

>> For Billy and the other guitar-heads
> Our manager and I tried to get tickets to see him when we were in NY a
> couple of months ago. They were being scalped at around $100. Now I wish
> we'd gone for it.
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 14 07:56:22 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:56:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <1420495540.13010191250255761049.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <654378.48235.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I saw Jimmy Buffet years ago. The crowd loved him, the band danced around with a shark, and sang songs about tequila and so-on.

Personally speaking, I didn't get it.

I guess it was more about the party, than the music.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

--- On Fri, 8/14/09, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:

From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
To: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 9:16 AM

well "jimmy from florida" has always said he is a mediocre at best guitar
player with a great personality and a VERY loyal following.




----- Original Message -----
From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 2:29:59 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94

Fellow BE owner Michael Allsup from Three Dog Night sat in with him once and
said the old guy was giving him fits -- trying to make him look bad.

I also heard on the Bob and Tom show that Jimmy Buffet sat in with him once
and Paul gave him a hard time. B I guess they gave Buffett a heavy guitar to
play and when Jimmy asked for a strap, Paul said not to bother as he
wouldn't be playing that long, anyhow. B As I recall Paul called him
something to the effect of "somebody named Jimmy from Florida" as though he
was a nobody. B He either had a big sense of humor or he could be a bit of an
ass. B Don't know which.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 14 09:16:02 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:16:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] U.S. Spec MGB GT V8
Message-ID: <00BA1E4990C94786860282E4EA65166B@HomePC>

Yesterday I had the opportunity to stop at University Motors.  As John Twist
was showing me around, he pointed out a U.S. spec MGB GT V8.  Honest!  A 1973
model with LHD, etc.

He related that BL sent 8 of them over to the U.S. distributor to see if they
wanted to sell them.  The distributor was also handling Jags and TRs - both
considered to be upmarket from MG - and thought the MGB V8 would upset the
pecking order and hurt Jag sales.  They declined and sent 7 of the 8 back to
Jolly Old.  This one remained here.  It is owned by a guy in Ohio.

By the way, John has lots and lots of used parts he needs to clear out, if you
need anything.  Mostly MGB and Spridget stuff.

Larry

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Fri Aug 14 09:45:53 2009
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:45:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guess your age, Guess your Weight
Message-ID: <7lku3e$6kvqpk@email.mtu.edu>

Maybe it's because it is County Fair season that I began thinking 
about the weight of my Sprite (remember the carnival guy who guesses 
your weight?). Anyhow, I went and had my Sprite weighted today on a 
State of Michigan certified scale. My 1966 weighed in at 1580 pounds 
with a half a tank of gas, spare tire-wire wheel, the convertible 
top, a few pounds of tools (2 or 3 Lbs) and a blanket in the trunk. I 
was out of the car during the weighing. I believe this agrees with 
the weight printed on the title. I think Spridget books list the 
"dry" weight somewhere around 1420 or so. In Michigan this age and 
weight combination puts the car in the lowest license plate fee category.

Tim Collins
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ 

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 09:48:09 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:48:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <654378.48235.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <1420495540.13010191250255761049.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<654378.48235.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908140848t55ea9c49q4325179725a7d633@mail.gmail.com>

Jay is right. There is a big difference between a guitarist and a showman. A
distinction seldom if ever made by the great unwashed masses and the media.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 8:56 AM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> I saw Jimmy Buffet years ago. The crowd loved him, the band danced around
> with a shark, and sang songs about tequila and so-on.
>
> Personally speaking, I didn't get it.
>
> I guess it was more about the party, than the music.
>
> Jay Fishbein
> Wallingford, CT
>
> --- On Fri, 8/14/09, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
> To: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 9:16 AM
>
> well "jimmy from florida" has always said he is a mediocre at best guitar
> player with a great personality and a VERY loyal following.
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 2:29:59 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
>
> Fellow BE owner Michael Allsup from Three Dog Night sat in with him once
> and
> said the old guy was giving him fits -- trying to make him look bad.
>
> I also heard on the Bob and Tom show that Jimmy Buffet sat in with him once
> and Paul gave him a hard time. B I guess they gave Buffett a heavy guitar
> to
> play and when Jimmy asked for a strap, Paul said not to bother as he
> wouldn't be playing that long, anyhow. B As I recall Paul called him
> something to the effect of "somebody named Jimmy from Florida" as though he
> was a nobody. B He either had a big sense of humor or he could be a bit of
> an
> ass. B Don't know which.
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not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Aug 14 11:30:48 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:30:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908140848t55ea9c49q4325179725a7d633@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C6AAED58.2027F%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> difference between a guitarist and a showman.
I've done both. Guitarist doesn't pay well.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 14 12:34:51 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:34:51 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>

Dean Hedin wrote:
>
> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have 
> discovered in this book.

There are a few errors.
One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes 
are on top.
I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the 
owner when he blasted me with
quotes from Horler's book.
Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the 
bottom of the filter canisters.
All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time 
to time.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 14 13:21:36 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:21:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <968291.17367.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

My problem with Horler's book is that people ignore other sources and treat it as the "bible". It is a very good book in many respects, but if one is interested in originality, it should be used in conjunction with other materials including previous books on Sprites and Midgets, factory publications, parts manuals as well as period pictures and original cars.

PS And Frank, you left out the pic in Horler's book of the car with the mis-matched set of front fenders.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

--- On Fri, 8/14/09, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
To: "Dean Hedin" <dlh2001 at comcast.net>
Cc: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 2:34 PM

Dean Hedin wrote:
> 
> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have discovered in this book.

There are a few errors.
One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes are on top.
I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the owner when he blasted me with
quotes from Horler's book.
Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the bottom of the filter canisters.
All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time to time.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Aug 14 13:37:35 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:37:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2>
	<4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <7812FC81A807475DBD4C447707181905@spider>

You're right, of course, unless the engine is generating water and it needs
to escape as vapour (English spelling I believe.)  ...bill in oregon
==========================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 11:35 AM
To: Dean Hedin
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler

Dean Hedin wrote:
>
> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have 
> discovered in this book.

There are a few errors.
One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes 
are on top.
I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the 
owner when he blasted me with
quotes from Horler's book.
Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the 
bottom of the filter canisters.
All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time 
to time.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites
_______________________________________________

From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 14 14:05:50 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:05:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <C6AAED58.2027F%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <974024.1639.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

> I've done both. Guitarist doesn't pay well.

A horrible guitar player but good lyricist from the Midwest once penned in a song "I traded my ambition for a warmer place to sleep."

Ron

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 14:15:18 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:15:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Les Paul dies at 94
In-Reply-To: <C6AAED58.2027F%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <43840a7e0908140848t55ea9c49q4325179725a7d633@mail.gmail.com>
	<C6AAED58.2027F%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908141315q5ba1217en1661496ae43b2cb0@mail.gmail.com>

No question about that, Billy.  ;-)  That's why I never gave up my day job!

What I was trying to say (not very well done I admit) is that one shouldn't
mistaken a great showman as also being a great guitarist. There are a few
who do both well. As I have learned in chatting with you, you are definitely
one of those. Segovia is an example of a pure guitarist. I saw him perform
twice before his death and left with my jaw on my chest both times. All he
did was sit in a chair by himself and procede to burn the stage down
musically. Django and Barney Kessel are others of that ilk.

As you might guess I'm not much on rock music. Pyrotechnics, light shows,
distorted sound..etc  are showmanship. Unfortunately neophites accept them
as musical talent lionising guitar players in such bands - many of whom
wouldn't amount to much without the show.

Okay, down off my soap box....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 12:30 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>wrote:

> > difference between a guitarist and a showman.
> I've done both. Guitarist doesn't pay well.

From grday at btinternet.com  Fri Aug 14 15:03:52 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:03:52 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2><4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>
	<7812FC81A807475DBD4C447707181905@spider>
Message-ID: <51EAEF536218426AA6C823B257EAA51B@dell330>

So they are not the air filter vent holes that allow the lighter hot air to 
escape whilst the heavier cooler air is allowed into the carbs?    :-)

Guy R Day



----- Original Message ----- 
From: <corvallis at peoplepc.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 8:37 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler


> You're right, of course, unless the engine is generating water and it 
> needs
> to escape as vapour (English spelling I believe.)  ...bill in oregon
> ==========================================
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 11:35 AM
> To: Dean Hedin
> Cc: Spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>
> Dean Hedin wrote:
>>
>> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have
>> discovered in this book.
>
> There are a few errors.
> One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes
> are on top.
> I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the
> owner when he blasted me with
> quotes from Horler's book.
> Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the
> bottom of the filter canisters.
> All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
> There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time
> to time.
>
>
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 14 15:35:07 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:35:07 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Spring Shapng
Message-ID: <13F52EE8097B447CAE27B1E31B41A8FB@HomePC>

I know the subject of replacement leaf springs not being of the right curve
has come up more than once.  Here is an article on the subject from Old Cars
Weekly.

http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/resto_Series_Number_6_restoring_leaf_springs

P.S. The author, John Gunnel, has an MG TF.  You don't suppose they were
working on Gunner's car, do you?

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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 14 15:39:30 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:39:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <51EAEF536218426AA6C823B257EAA51B@dell330>
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2><4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net><7812FC81A807475DBD4C447707181905@spider>
	<51EAEF536218426AA6C823B257EAA51B@dell330>
Message-ID: <1421BE776FBD47479A109B8EB7F8CEC9@HomePC>

NO, they are for the Aussie market where the car hangs upside down and needs 
to drain out of the top.

LAD

--------------------------------------------------
From: "GUY DAY" <grday at btinternet.com>
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:03 PM
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler

> So they are not the air filter vent holes that allow the lighter hot air 
> to
> escape whilst the heavier cooler air is allowed into the carbs?    :-)
>
> Guy R Day
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: <corvallis at peoplepc.com>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 8:37 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>
>
>> You're right, of course, unless the engine is generating water and it
>> needs
>> to escape as vapour (English spelling I believe.)  ...bill in oregon
>> ==========================================
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
>> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 11:35 AM
>> To: Dean Hedin
>> Cc: Spridgets
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>>
>> Dean Hedin wrote:
>>>
>>> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have
>>> discovered in this book.
>>
>> There are a few errors.
>> One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes
>> are on top.
>> I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the
>> owner when he blasted me with
>> quotes from Horler's book.
>> Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the
>> bottom of the filter canisters.
>> All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
>> There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time
>> to time.
>>
>>
>> -- 
>> Frank Clarici
>> Toms River, NJ
>> My own Fleet of Sprites
>> _______________________________________________
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From grday at btinternet.com  Fri Aug 14 15:51:16 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:51:16 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
References: <0EEF80C75A0D4BD4990071DEEA38E77E@blackbox2><4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net><7812FC81A807475DBD4C447707181905@spider>
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The breadth and depth of knowledge in this group never fails to amaze me ...

Guy R Day



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
To: "GUY DAY" <grday at btinternet.com>; <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 10:39 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler


> NO, they are for the Aussie market where the car hangs upside down and 
> needs to drain out of the top.
>
> LAD
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "GUY DAY" <grday at btinternet.com>
> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:03 PM
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>
>> So they are not the air filter vent holes that allow the lighter hot air 
>> to
>> escape whilst the heavier cooler air is allowed into the carbs?    :-)
>>
>> Guy R Day
>>
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: <corvallis at peoplepc.com>
>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 8:37 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>>
>>
>>> You're right, of course, unless the engine is generating water and it
>>> needs
>>> to escape as vapour (English spelling I believe.)  ...bill in oregon
>>> ==========================================
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>>> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
>>> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 11:35 AM
>>> To: Dean Hedin
>>> Cc: Spridgets
>>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
>>>
>>> Dean Hedin wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have
>>>> discovered in this book.
>>>
>>> There are a few errors.
>>> One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes
>>> are on top.
>>> I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the
>>> owner when he blasted me with
>>> quotes from Horler's book.
>>> Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the
>>> bottom of the filter canisters.
>>> All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
>>> There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time
>>> to time.
>>>
>>>
>>> -- 
>>> Frank Clarici
>>> Toms River, NJ
>>> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Fri Aug 14 16:56:59 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:56:59 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
Message-ID: <1869673725-1250290627-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1909564585-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Some of you may recall my introductory tale of buying back the Midget of my youth, some 15 years later.  Well, today has been a sobering day.   I have very slowly been stripping my '76.  I have not had much time to work because my WRX has been taking most of my time, requiring a new transmission, radiator, and shocks this calendar year alone.  For some reason working on a daily driver is less satisfying than working on the MG.  But today I set into the paint, HF angle-grinder in hand.  It was not long before prepping the metal became looking for metal. Some panels have a half inch of filler over seemingly sound steel, while some areas were all bondo. Eventually, I started grinding through filler simply looking for boundaries for patch panels.  I was pleased to find that my patch panel was still very clean some fifteen years on.  The most offensive item was the left rear quarter where some dpo had cut out the lower two inch portion of steel from door to mid wheel arch and replaced it with bondo over great stuff foam insulation!  Yes, my car has more plastic than Joan Rivers.  
I am dumbfounded, who could possibly think this is ok? I will admit, I have been looking for cost cutting solutions to the wheel arches, but still involving steel.  You know flat steel bondo'd to shape or with racing style arch flares.  I just don't know.  Anyone have a good cheap arch solution? 
Lastly, what are the ideal grinding wheels for paint and bondo? I have been using a wheel from HF that looks like a grill scrubbing pad.  It seems to work well and faster than the hard grinding wheels.  The problem is that I think it will take about ten, and at six bones a pop, they will add up.  If there is a better wheel I'd like to try before stocking up.
Cheers,
Drew
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From billmasq at hotmail.com  Fri Aug 14 18:12:14 2009
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:12:14 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
In-Reply-To: <1869673725-1250290627-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1909564585-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1869673725-1250290627-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1909564585-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <BLU107-W4FD991DD09F957F581863CA030@phx.gbl>

Drew
I use the HF twisted wire wheels (about 6" diameter)on my HF grinder to remove
paint,Bondo and rust. They work fast and last a long time.
Bill

> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> From: andrewpayne at intrex.net
> Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:56:59 +0000
> Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
>
> Some of you may recall my introductory tale of buying back the Midget of my
youth, some 15 years later.  Well, today has been a sobering day.   I have
very slowly been stripping my '76.  I have not had much time to work because
my WRX has been taking most of my time, requiring a new transmission,
radiator, and shocks this calendar year alone.  For some reason working on a
daily driver is less satisfying than working on the MG.  But today I set into
the paint, HF angle-grinder in hand.  It was not long before prepping the
metal became looking for metal. Some panels have a half inch of filler over
seemingly sound steel, while some areas were all bondo. Eventually, I started
grinding through filler simply looking for boundaries for patch panels.  I was
pleased to find that my patch panel was still very clean some fifteen years
on.  The most offensive item was the left rear quarter where some dpo had cut
out the lower two inch portion of steel from door to mid wheel arch and repl
>  aced it with bondo over great stuff foam insulation!  Yes, my car has more
plastic than Joan Rivers.
> I am dumbfounded, who could possibly think this is ok? I will admit, I have
been looking for cost cutting solutions to the wheel arches, but still
involving steel.  You know flat steel bondo'd to shape or with racing style
arch flares.  I just don't know.  Anyone have a good cheap arch solution?
> Lastly, what are the ideal grinding wheels for paint and bondo? I have been
using a wheel from HF that looks like a grill scrubbing pad.  It seems to work
well and faster than the hard grinding wheels.  The problem is that I think it
will take about ten, and at six bones a pop, they will add up.  If there is a
better wheel I'd like to try before stocking up.
> Cheers,
> Drew
> Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 18:25:32 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 19:25:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <968291.17367.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <4A85AE4B.5030700@comcast.net>
	<968291.17367.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
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You mean the one on page 86??

On Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 2:21 PM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

>
> PS And Frank, you left out the pic in Horler's book of the car with the
> mis-matched set of front fenders.
>
> Jay Fishbein
> Wallingford, CT
>
> --- On Fri, 8/14/09, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
> To: "Dean Hedin" <dlh2001 at comcast.net>
> Cc: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 2:34 PM
>
> Dean Hedin wrote:
> >
> > I am also curious as to any other errors that others may have discovered
> in this book.
>
> There are a few errors.
> One of the pictures has the air filters on upside down, the drain holes are
> on top.
> I saw a Midget at a show with these holes up and pointed it out to the
> owner when he blasted me with
> quotes from Horler's book.
> Of course I could be wrong in thinking the DRAIN holes belong on the bottom
> of the filter canisters.
> All the filters I have took off had the drain holes on the bottom.
> There are a few other minor mistakes in the book that pop up from time to
> time.
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 14 18:47:02 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:47:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] "Original Sprite & Midget" by Terry Horler
In-Reply-To: <968291.17367.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <968291.17367.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A860586.1000006@comcast.net>

Jay Fishbein wrote:
>
> PS And Frank, you left out the pic in Horler's book of the car with the mis-matched set of front fenders.
>
>   
But Jay, I have had 2 cars with mis matched fenders so it must be so.
1969 Sprites seem to be the ones with all the high/low parking lamps.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 14 18:52:10 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:52:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
In-Reply-To: <1869673725-1250290627-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1909564585-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1869673725-1250290627-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1909564585-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <4A8606BA.9050205@comcast.net>

andrewpayne at intrex.net wrote:
> .  If there is a better wheel I'd like to try before stocking up.
>
>   

I use a 36 grit flap type sanding disc but not from HF.
DeWalt makes them, about $8 each but 2 will strip a Midget in a few hours.
Maybe even one, I also use them to round off or sand metal patches to fit.
Great for sanding down rust to bare metal too.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Fri Aug 14 19:27:07 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 01:27:07 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
Message-ID: <1232976154-1250299634-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-466660374-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Thanks Frank, I'll make a trip to Lowes tomorrow. Given my setup in the basement, I prefer it to blow torches.  Dewalt, are you suggesting that sometimes quality is better?
Drew 
------Original Message------
From: Frank
To: Andrew G. Payne
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
Sent: Aug 14, 2009 8:52 PM

andrewpayne at intrex.net wrote:
> .  If there is a better wheel I'd like to try before stocking up.
>
>   

I use a 36 grit flap type sanding disc but not from HF.
DeWalt makes them, about $8 each but 2 will strip a Midget in a few hours.
Maybe even one, I also use them to round off or sand metal patches to fit.
Great for sanding down rust to bare metal too.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites



Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 14 20:18:01 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:18:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
In-Reply-To: <1232976154-1250299634-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-466660374-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1232976154-1250299634-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-466660374-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <4A861AD9.8010003@justbrits.com>

Drew, Frank WILL have a "further comment" ( LOL )......

<<Dewalt, are you suggesting that sometimes quality is better?>>

For what I hear from tradesmen; yep.  BUT, I think <G> Frank is
restricting his words to the 'material remover' item <VBG> !!!!

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 14 20:29:38 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:29:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] You can't go home again
In-Reply-To: <1232976154-1250299634-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-466660374-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1232976154-1250299634-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-466660374-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <4A861D92.1000001@comcast.net>

andrewpayne at intrex.net wrote:
>   Dewalt, are you suggesting that sometimes quality is better?
>   

Not me ;)  just stay away from any chinese tools, abrasives, and cutting 
devices.

Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sat Aug 15 17:31:32 2009
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:31:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
Message-ID: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>

Hey all,

Well we worked outside today on the cars.  It was sunny, humid, and  
hot. Larry, Phil, Charlie, and Brian came to our house in Pottstown  
and we worked the day away. Kristi's 74 seems to no longer have an  
electric problem, the carbs were worked on but there still seems to be  
a problem. When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions?  
Lambert's car seems to be in working order though we are not sure what  
was wrong with the clutch all of a sudden it started working. Brian's  
car got the electric replaced, then tightened the tappet covers up.   
Phil had some problems getting over here with his bugeye but he got  
here and got back home.  A big thanks to everyone for all the help.

Lambert and Kristi

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Sat Aug 15 18:09:36 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:09:36 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
Message-ID: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>

does anyone know the interchangeablity of steering wheels . Are the 58 59 60
Bugeys unique? will a later sprite or midget wheel fit the spline? My original
BE wheel is in pretty sad shape.

Thanks

Jim F.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug 15 20:37:56 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:37:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <4A877104.4030301@comcast.net>

Jim F. wrote:
> does anyone know the interchangeablity of steering wheels . Are the 58 59 60
> Bugeys unique? will a later sprite or midget wheel fit the spline? My original
> BE wheel is in pretty sad shape.
>   
There are at least 4 steering wheel splines over the years.
Bugeyes and side curtain cars used one spline, 65-67 had another spline, 
68-69 (maybe 70) had another spline, 71-74 changed again and I do not 
know what happened with the rubber bumper splines, they may be the same 
as 71-74.
The columns changed 3 times too.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug 15 20:41:04 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:41:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
In-Reply-To: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
References: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A8771C0.4040204@comcast.net>

Kristi & Lambert wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions? 
Check for a loose wire under the steering column cowl, or see if it 
sputters or stalls just sitting still but running and steering left.
This will tell you if a wire (ignition wire from the key switch) is loose.
Or check the float level, not enough gas in the bowl but I doubt that is 
the case unless she is going around a long left curve.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Aug 15 21:09:59 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:09:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
In-Reply-To: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <C6ACC697.202B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

>  When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions?
Don't run it in NASCAR.

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Aug 15 21:14:51 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:14:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> the interchangeablity of steering wheels
As I understand it, there were different diameters and different numbers of
splines. Some fit, some don't, and frequently the ones that aren't supposed
to do, and vice versa. I have the late-sixties banjo style without horn
button on a Bugeye column, and it fits. I was told by everyone that it
wouldn't fit. Well, actually Frank said it would if I beat it with a big
hammer.

From sales at justbrits.com  Sat Aug 15 21:31:27 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:31:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <4A877D8F.9070602@justbrits.com>

<<Well, actually Frank said it would if I beat it with a big
hammer.>>

And we ALL know he's only got ONE, right Billy ????

LAD

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Sat Aug 15 23:04:21 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 01:04:21 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
References: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <916F4489DCE64E7785DEF0250A42D12A@blackbox2>

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
> My original BE wheel is in pretty sad shape.

Let us see a picture of your wheel and we'll decide if it's in bad shape.

I just restored mine following the tips on this page -> http://www.thebugshop.org/bsfqstrg.htm

I had a few cracks (where the spokes meet the wheel) that I filled with JB weld epoxy.

I diverged from the recommendations regarding paint from the above site.  
I primered with the dark gray Rustoleum automotive primer and then topcoated
with Rustoleum's epoxy appliance paint (rattle cans). I did two top coats and baked them dry @ 250F for 20-30 minutes.

I am happy with the results.  It looks like the original Bakelite and does not have that gooey modern plastic 
look that I have seen on other restored wheels. 

From trevor.jessie at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 06:49:52 2009
From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:49:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
In-Reply-To: <C6ACC697.202B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
	<C6ACC697.202B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <8c1781040908160549n1ade2db7r6743d0d13ef2447f@mail.gmail.com>

My pappy always said "Two wrongs don't make a right, but three lefts
make a right".


On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 11:09 PM, Billy Zoom<billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>>  When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions?
> Don't run it in NASCAR.
> _______________________________________________

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Sun Aug 16 07:02:22 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:02:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <5C1CF6FA31A7445B8CF689E39DC70D97@Home>

> Well, actually Frank said it would if I beat it with a big hammer.

Frank makes anything fit with a big hammer.  Where do you think the acronym 
OSHIT comes from?

Michael Rowe 

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sun Aug 16 07:54:33 2009
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:54:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] NO work too hot
Message-ID: <B98DB4E7-EE3C-4285-A234-0F1A7813EAD5@comcast.net>

Hey all,

Just in case you were wondering we are not going to work on the cars  
today.

Lambert and Kristi

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sun Aug 16 08:12:04 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:12:04 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
Message-ID: <1214d01ca1e7b$880dd8e0$116a010a@mail2world.com>

The late 1500's (78 & 79) with the 4-spoke "safety" wheel are different
from the earlier ones. I'm not sure what the difference is, but I did
have to order a different adapter for my Moto Lita steering wheel.
(though my car is titled as a '77, I have the column from a '79). I
think the 4 spoke wheel is common with the MGB of the same vintage.

I think the '75-'77 1500's share the column with the RWA cars.

-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: Frank [spritenut at comcast.net]
>Sent: 8/15/2009 10:39:56 PM
>To: jimndi at frontiernet.net
>Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
>
>Jim F. wrote:
>> does anyone know the interchangeablity of steering wheels . Are the
58 59 60
>> Bugeys unique? will a later sprite or midget wheel fit the spline? My
original
>> BE wheel is in pretty sad shape.
>> 
>There are at least 4 steering wheel splines over the years.
>Bugeyes and side curtain cars used one spline, 65-67 had another
spline, 
>68-69 (maybe 70) had another spline, 71-74 changed again and I do not 
>know what happened with the rubber bumper splines, they may be the same
>as 71-74.
>The columns changed 3 times too.
>
>-- 
>Frank Clarici
>Toms River, NJ
>My own Fleet of Sprites
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 16 08:32:44 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:32:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox
Message-ID: <921551.10793.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

All,
Just a preliminary check - 

Would you pay $135 for a NEW reduction gearbox for a mechanical tach? Not the "last a week at best" donkey dung garbage being sold, but Made in USA with real gears and splines and a machined housing instead of the casting? I may be able to get some made at around that price through an aerospace gear manufacturer if I can get significant quantities (several hundred). 

You can reply off list - with "tach drive" in the subject line.

Thanks,
Ron

From pythias at pacifier.com  Sun Aug 16 08:38:25 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:38:25 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <916F4489DCE64E7785DEF0250A42D12A@blackbox2>
References: <B16CCF5EE07B4AF688BA271F58F185F2@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<916F4489DCE64E7785DEF0250A42D12A@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <1362887990.20090816073825@pacifier.com>

Hello Dean,

     There is also this stuff. I've heard it works wonders on steering
     wheels, but have no experience with it myself.

     http://www.pensburymanor.com/Pensbury_Garage.html

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
      * "I was absolutely vitrified," said Tom with a glazed look.

From nases at verizon.net  Sun Aug 16 09:25:14 2009
From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 11:25:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] hi torque starter
Message-ID: <BD426312-3495-43F4-9E1E-8C2CB64F705C@verizon.net>

I believe I have a hi torque starter gone bad.  Yesterday at the OSHIT  
I could not restart the car.  We checked and there is voltage at the  
connections to the starter but it will not turn.

Any way to fix this at home or should I take it to a starter  
rebuilder?  It has had very limited use for the last few years.

Many thanks to Larry Macy, Charlie Braum and Lambert for several  
pushes in the hot PA weather yesterday.

Got the 5 speed installed again a few weeks ago with the help of Frank  
and Kevin.  They also did a fine job of tuning it for me.  So it goes  
fast again but no joy on starting.

Phil Nase (Parking on hills.)
Quakertown, PA
http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/

From davriker at nwi.net  Sun Aug 16 09:25:02 2009
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:25:02 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
References: <1214d01ca1e7b$880dd8e0$116a010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <A5F9CFED89C04B7684B5646F0D4CB6F8@MAIN>

The splines on the 71-79 are all the same, the reason for the different 
adapter for the 78/78 wheel is that the turn signal cancel cam clips on the 
shaft of the71-77, but is part of the steering wheel itself in 78/79. 
Without the unique adapter, the turn signals won't cancel on a 78/79 car.
David Riker


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
To: <spritenut at comcast.net>
Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 7:12 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel


> The late 1500's (78 & 79) with the 4-spoke "safety" wheel are different
> from the earlier ones. I'm not sure what the difference is, but I did
> have to order a different adapter for my Moto Lita steering wheel.
> (though my car is titled as a '77, I have the column from a '79). I
> think the 4 spoke wheel is common with the MGB of the same vintage.
>
> I think the '75-'77 1500's share the column with the RWA cars.
>
> -=Chris
>
> Chris King
> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/
>
> <-----Original Message----->
>>From: Frank [spritenut at comcast.net]
>>Sent: 8/15/2009 10:39:56 PM
>>To: jimndi at frontiernet.net
>>Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
>>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
>>
>>Jim F. wrote:
>>> does anyone know the interchangeablity of steering wheels . Are the
> 58 59 60
>>> Bugeys unique? will a later sprite or midget wheel fit the spline? My
> original
>>> BE wheel is in pretty sad shape.
>>>
>>There are at least 4 steering wheel splines over the years.
>>Bugeyes and side curtain cars used one spline, 65-67 had another
> spline,
>>68-69 (maybe 70) had another spline, 71-74 changed again and I do not
>>know what happened with the rubber bumper splines, they may be the same
>>as 71-74.
>>The columns changed 3 times too.
>>
>>-- 
>>Frank Clarici
>>Toms River, NJ
>>My own Fleet of Sprites
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sun Aug 16 09:54:26 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:54:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
Message-ID: <137b801ca1e89$d5342e40$116a010a@mail2world.com>

Oh, yes, that's right. Been a few years since I had it apart. :)
-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: David Riker [davriker at nwi.net]
>Sent: 8/16/2009 11:27:02 AM
>To: cbking at alum.rpi.edu;spritenut at comcast.net
>Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
>
>The splines on the 71-79 are all the same, the reason for the different
>adapter for the 78/78 wheel is that the turn signal cancel cam clips on
the 
>shaft of the71-77, but is part of the steering wheel itself in 78/79. 
>Without the unique adapter, the turn signals won't cancel on a 78/79
car.
>David Riker
>
>
>----- Original Message ----- 
>From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
>To: <spritenut at comcast.net>
>Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 7:12 AM
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
>
>
>> The late 1500's (78 & 79) with the 4-spoke "safety" wheel are
different
>> from the earlier ones. I'm not sure what the difference is, but I did
>> have to order a different adapter for my Moto Lita steering wheel.
>> (though my car is titled as a '77, I have the column from a '79). I
>> think the 4 spoke wheel is common with the MGB of the same vintage.
>>
>> I think the '75-'77 1500's share the column with the RWA cars.
>>
>> -=Chris
>>
>> Chris King
>> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug 16 09:57:35 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:57:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel conversion parts
Message-ID: <4E1A3022080040899D41E1B7968E5808@CatheyBPC>

Any intrest in a comple wire wheel conversion package?  Front a=arms with
spindles, rotors, hubs, and rear banjo assembley along with all 4 wire wheels?
The wheels are in good shape and the splines are in nice shape. .  E-mail me
off list if interested.

Thanks
Leo

From sales at justbrits.com  Sun Aug 16 11:24:13 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:24:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <5C1CF6FA31A7445B8CF689E39DC70D97@Home>
References: <C6ACC7BB.202B5%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<5C1CF6FA31A7445B8CF689E39DC70D97@Home>
Message-ID: <4A8840BD.7080700@justbrits.com>

<<Where do you think the acronym OSHIT comes from? >>

Trust me Michael, the *word* was being used FIRST;
the acronym came SECOND !!!!!!

From pilotrob at webtv.net  Sun Aug 16 11:36:24 2009
From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:36:24 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] hi torque starter
Message-ID: <BAY118-DAV596E76D4349A37E4DB03FC8000@phx.gbl>

When contacts on he hi-torque starters wear out prematurely (IF this is he case) it MAY be due to a battery which may check out fine under "static" conditions but be weak under a "dynamic" load test (bad cell, etc.).

Cap'n. Bob      '60 :{)


-----Original Message-----
From: Phil Nase
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 11:25 AM
To: spridgets Spridgets at autox.team. Net
Subject: [Spridgets] hi torque starter

I believe I have a hi torque starter gone bad.  Yesterday at the OSHIT  
I could not restart the car.  We checked and there is voltage at the  
connections to the starter but it will not turn.

Any way to fix this at home or should I take it to a starter  
rebuilder?  It has had very limited use for the last few years.

Many thanks to Larry Macy, Charlie Braum and Lambert for several  
pushes in the hot PA weather yesterday.

Got the 5 speed installed again a few weeks ago with the help of Frank  
and Kevin.  They also did a fine job of tuning it for me.  So it goes  
fast again but no joy on starting.

Phil Nase (Parking on hills.)
Quakertown, PA
http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/
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From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Sun Aug 16 11:53:40 2009
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:53:40 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Spridgets] THE FREE 2009 BRISBANE MARINA BRITISH MEET
Message-ID: <14452337.1250445220472.JavaMail.root@elwamui-mouette.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

        THE 2009 BRISBANE MARINA BRITISH MEET

Come join your British car friends in the San Francisco Bay
Area for a smashing weekend at the Brisbane Marina for
our 32nd Annual British Car Meet and Tour.

     www.allcarcentral.com/thebritishcarnetwork.html

                              ABSOLUTELY FREE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th   b"  TOUR TO THE SEA

Leave anytime between 8:30 and 10:30AM .  This tour takes
you on some of the most beautiful roads in the area over to
Cameronbs Pub in Half Moon Bay.  There are two optional
routes.   One direct,  yet still quite scenic,  and the other,  a
longer  more  challenging drive.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th   b"   BRUNCH & CAR SHOW

Starts at 8:30AM and goes on into the afternoon.  This will
be a  no fee,  no frills,  no awards gathering of British car
enthusiasts.  The Yacht Club will offer an optional brunch
and the Brisbane Lions will have a BBQ lunch available all
afternoon.

HOTEL PACKAGE:   At the Radisson Hotel  in the Marina
for  $89.00 per night on Friday or Saturday.  You must book
your room by August 28th. For reservations contact:
Carole Burton at Santa Cruz Travel
Phone:  831-632-2323
Email: <carole at santacruztravel.com>

DIRECTIONS:  The Brisbane Marina is located on Sierra Point,
just east of the Bayshore Freeway (101) in Brisbane,   between
San Francisco and the SF Airport.  Take the Brisbane/Sierra
Point Exit and follow the signs to the Marina.

INFORMATION:
310-392-6605
britishcarnetwork at gmail.com

www.allcarcentral.com/thebritishcarnetwork.html

From pilotrob at msn.com  Sun Aug 16 12:18:59 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:18:59 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  tach drive reduction gearbox
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV9378D60A8C9388A69469CD4000@phx.gbl>

Caught this on the Autox Spridget List for those of you running the mech. tach. who'd like a quality part as an alternative to the "globalized" crap that passes for quality these days.

Last email addy I had for Ron Soavo was:

soavero at yahoo.com

CapBob


-----Original Message-----
From: Robert E. Shlafer
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:41 PM
To: PilotRob at msn.com
Subject: Fw: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox



Cap'n. Bob      '60 :{)


-----Original Message-----
From: Ron Soave
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 10:32 AM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox

All,
Just a preliminary check - 

Would you pay $135 for a NEW reduction gearbox for a mechanical tach? Not the "last a week at best" donkey dung garbage being sold, but Made in USA with real gears and splines and a machined housing instead of the casting? I may be able to get some made at around that price through an aerospace gear manufacturer if I can get significant quantities (several hundred). 

You can reply off list - with "tach drive" in the subject line.

Thanks,
Ron
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From pilotrob at msn.com  Sun Aug 16 12:22:29 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:22:29 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Fw: tach drive reduction
 gearbox
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV35A38F23E335DB2668B43D4000@phx.gbl>

Oops....

that is Ron Soave..(sorry, Ron!:).

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: Robert E. Shlafer
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:18 PM
To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net
Cc: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com
Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Fw: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox

Caught this on the Autox Spridget List for those of you running the mech. tach. who'd like a quality part as an alternative to the "globalized" crap that passes for quality these days.

Last email addy I had for Ron Soavo was:

soavero at yahoo.com

CapBob


-----Original Message-----
From: Robert E. Shlafer
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:41 PM
To: PilotRob at msn.com
Subject: Fw: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox



Cap'n. Bob      '60 :{)


-----Original Message-----
From: Ron Soave
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 10:32 AM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] tach drive reduction gearbox

All,
Just a preliminary check - 

Would you pay $135 for a NEW reduction gearbox for a mechanical tach? Not the "last a week at best" donkey dung garbage being sold, but Made in USA with real gears and splines and a machined housing instead of the casting? I may be able to get some made at around that price through an aerospace gear manufacturer if I can get significant quantities (several hundred). 

You can reply off list - with "tach drive" in the subject line.

Thanks,
Ron
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From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Sun Aug 16 12:28:38 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:28:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
Message-ID: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>

----- Original Message -----
From: jebell46 at aol.com
To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
Subject: 1948 Tucker





  Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
  up close?


CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm






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From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sun Aug 16 14:05:47 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:05:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
In-Reply-To: <8c1781040908160549n1ade2db7r6743d0d13ef2447f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
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Message-ID: <BLU103-W272C1D3215D574553AE7E5C2000@phx.gbl>

and 3 rights make a left too, :-)
Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:49:52 -0400
> From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
>
> My pappy always said "Two wrongs don't make a right, but three lefts
> make a right".
>
>
> On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 11:09 PM, Billy Zoom<billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
wrote:
> >>  When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions?
> > Don't run it in NASCAR.
> > _______________________________________________
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 15:01:02 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:01:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
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Wow really cool I never knew the engine was in the rear.
Thanks for sharing.
Lin

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> ----- Original Message -----
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> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>
>
>
>
>
>  Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>  up close?
>
>
> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
>
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug 16 15:18:13 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:18:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>

Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours show 
(keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.  It is / was 
for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US dollars.  Have lots of 
pics if interested.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker


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> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>
>
>
>
>
>  Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>  up close?
>
>
> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 15:32:42 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:32:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] NuFinish on my Sprite looks like glass...1972
In-Reply-To: <557137.9184.qm@web180214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <557137.9184.qm@web180214.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
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I wish I had a link to that commercial it was so cool and it really worked.
I love the P1800, I almost bought the wagon but Pinky won me over ; )
Lin

On Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 7:44 AM, Edmund Conen <conen at bellsouth.net> wrote:

> If it's the commercial I'm thinking of, the car in the junkyard was a Volvo
> P1800 or P1800s, some of which were made in the UK. :-)
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 16 15:40:15 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:40:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
Message-ID: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>

Now that a kind lister has sent me an oil pan for my 1275, I can see 
what the differences are.
The one I received is NOT for a 1275 but it fits a 1098 perfectly.
The rear main cap is larger on a 1275 so the early pans do not fit no 
matter how big a hammer you use ;)
But now that I have a perffed 1275 and a 1098 pan to compare, I can 
easily see how to distinguish the difference.
The 1098 (may also be true for a 948) pan has a ridge along the top 
where the gasket goes, a definite raised ridge around the pan.
The 1275 pan has no ridge but it does have a waffle pattern stamped 
along the gasket surface.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 15:36:55 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:36:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>

Leo,

If I remember right, didn't the Tucker use a flat engine layout like a water
cooled VW?

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:18 PM, ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:

> Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours show
> (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.  It is / was
> for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US dollars.  Have lots of
> pics if interested.
>
> Leo
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>
>
>  ----- Original Message -----
>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>  Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>>  up close?
>>
>>
>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 15:43:44 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:43:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908161443y2881e7d0udfc2f371d44e897f@mail.gmail.com>

Pics please, Frank?  That doesn't sound like my pan on the 1275. Could I
have the wrong one thereby explaining my oil leak?
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:40 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Now that a kind lister has sent me an oil pan for my 1275, I can see what
> the differences are.
> The one I received is NOT for a 1275 but it fits a 1098 perfectly.
> The rear main cap is larger on a 1275 so the early pans do not fit no
> matter how big a hammer you use ;)
> But now that I have a perffed 1275 and a 1098 pan to compare, I can easily
> see how to distinguish the difference.
> The 1098 (may also be true for a 948) pan has a ridge along the top where
> the gasket goes, a definite raised ridge around the pan.
> The 1275 pan has no ridge but it does have a waffle pattern stamped along
> the gasket surface.

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug 16 15:45:25 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:45:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER><264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
	<43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <43D034BAC60643CDBE799AD1C2E8E1CC@CatheyBPC>

You are corrrect.  It was very interesting to see the car.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 4:36 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker


> Leo,
>
> If I remember right, didn't the Tucker use a flat engine layout like a 
> water
> cooled VW?
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:18 PM, ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:
>
>> Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours show
>> (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.  It is / 
>> was
>> for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US dollars.  Have lots of
>> pics if interested.
>>
>> Leo
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>>
>>
>>  ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>  Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>>>  up close?
>>>
>>>
>>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
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From bkitterer at mac.com  Sun Aug 16 15:45:28 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:45:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <F9C8CA70-A3CF-46CB-AFDD-3376C4E75F10@mac.com>

The last paragraph in the link discusses the convertible - - not a  
production or even a prototype but an altered 4 door done at a later  
time according to that writer.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 16, 2009, at 2:18 PM, ldsp wrote:

> Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours  
> show (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.   
> It is / was for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US  
> dollars.  Have lots of pics if interested.
>
> Leo
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>
>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>> up close?
>>
>>
>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> ---
>>
>>
>>
>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
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>>
>>
>>
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From bkitterer at mac.com  Sun Aug 16 15:47:45 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:47:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
	<43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <61EF8A8D-6AAF-4F51-979D-2751E5D6C1D2@mac.com>

Yes, it was  a WWII military surplus engine - - from a helicopter I  
think.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 16, 2009, at 2:36 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:

> Leo,
>
> If I remember right, didn't the Tucker use a flat engine layout like  
> a water
> cooled VW?
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:18 PM, ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:
>
>> Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours  
>> show
>> (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.  It  
>> is / was
>> for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US dollars.  Have  
>> lots of
>> pics if interested.
>>
>> Leo
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>>> up close?
>>>
>>>
>>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 15:53:43 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:53:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
In-Reply-To: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>

Jim & List,
What is an Ashley Hinton Floor panel I thought the only place to get body
panels was Moss or Victoria British. Are there others? I could use some body
parts and not sure who would have the best any thoughts? I need a rear lower
section for my 62 right now and not sure who I should get it from.
Thanks Lin

On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 11:38 AM, Jim F. <jimndi at frontiernet.net> wrote:

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Jim F.
> To: Jim Fournier
> Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:25 AM
> Subject: Emailing: floorPicture.jpg
>
>
>
> The message is ready to be sent with the following file or link
> attachments:
> floorPicture.jpg
>
> I received an Ashley Hinton Floor panel last evening and I have a question;
> There is a flange or bracket on my original pan and an extra hole that is
> not
> on my original. Additionally, the captive nuts for the accelerator are not
> installed. I think I can handle the captive nuts ok but what of the bracket
> and the oblong hole? The hole is all the way forward and I can feel the
> front
> bulkhead through it. Is this needed?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Jim F
>
>
>
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 16:06:13 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:06:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <61EF8A8D-6AAF-4F51-979D-2751E5D6C1D2@mac.com>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
	<43840a7e0908161436s4693c8a8re17913b06166f0f@mail.gmail.com>
	<61EF8A8D-6AAF-4F51-979D-2751E5D6C1D2@mac.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908161506y75a791b5sa2d960ff340f2b55@mail.gmail.com>

Duh!  I just looked at the link Leo provided...   Old age is the pits....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:47 PM, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at mac.com> wrote:

> Yes, it was  a WWII military surplus engine - - from a helicopter I think.
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
> 2000 Miata Special Edition
>
> On Aug 16, 2009, at 2:36 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
>
>  Leo,
>>
>> If I remember right, didn't the Tucker use a flat engine layout like a
>> water
>> cooled VW?
>>
>> Cheers!!
>> Jim
>>
>> On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 4:18 PM, ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:
>>
>>  Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours show
>>> (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.  It is /
>>> was
>>> for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US dollars.  Have lots of
>>> pics if interested.
>>>
>>> Leo
>>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
>>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
>>> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>>
>>>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>>>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>>>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>>>> up close?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
>>>>
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--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From pythias at pacifier.com  Sun Aug 16 16:08:44 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:08:44 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1163326077.20090816150844@pacifier.com>

Hello Linda,

     go here..

     http://www.bmh-ltd.com/midgetparts.htm

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  He who laughs last thinks slowest! 

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 16:10:18 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:10:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>

HI Frank & Jim,
Frank are you building another Spridget maybe the green Bugeye? BTW happy
grand-father-hood I can't find your original post.

I'm finally home long enough to clean mouse pee out of the camp kit for my
camper of which my shop has not done a thing on in 2 months (still in
primer) I scrubbed the wood with bleach & water to kill the mouse
bacteria/virus or what ever mouse pee brings and then wipe with vinegar to
neutralize the smell as per a message I got from VW camper folks. I was
surprised it did neutralize the smell. Not that our Spridgets would ever
have that problem.  If I get the garage cleaned out I may just bring the
camper home in primer.

I'm also polishing Pinky with compound and NuFinish : ) Very shinny.
Lin
PS Any OSHIT days coming up?



On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 5:40 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Now that a kind lister has sent me an oil pan for my 1275, I can see what
> the differences are.
> The one I received is NOT for a 1275 but it fits a 1098 perfectly.
> The rear main cap is larger on a 1275 so the early pans do not fit no
> matter how big a hammer you use ;)
> But now that I have a perffed 1275 and a 1098 pan to compare, I can easily
> see how to distinguish the difference.
> The 1098 (may also be true for a 948) pan has a ridge along the top where
> the gasket goes, a definite raised ridge around the pan.
> The 1275 pan has no ridge but it does have a waffle pattern stamped along
> the gasket surface.
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 16 16:17:53 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:17:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A888591.9040606@comcast.net>

Linda Grunthaner wrote:
> Jim & List,
> What is an Ashley Hinton Floor panel I thought the only place to get body
> panels was Moss or Victoria British. Are there others? 
Ashley Hilton is a UK company that makes replacement panels, they 
probably sell to Moss and Vic Brit
There is also a company called Heritage Panels, Same deal with the big 
suppliers over here.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 16:15:11 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:15:11 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
In-Reply-To: <1163326077.20090816150844@pacifier.com>
References: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
	<1163326077.20090816150844@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161515s74c17ba8t71fba2e8c27e82bf@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks Bill,
I'm emailing as we speak for the total on the parts now.
Lin

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 6:08 PM, Bill L <pythias at pacifier.com> wrote:

> Hello Linda,
>
>     go here..
>
>     http://www.bmh-ltd.com/midgetparts.htm
>
> --
> Best regards,
>  Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
>
>  '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
>
>  He who laughs last thinks slowest!

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 16 16:23:42 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:23:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
	<205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net>

Linda Grunthaner wrote:
> HI Frank & Jim,
> Frank are you building another Spridget maybe the green Bugeye?

This engine is replacing the engine in Tiff's Lady Bug, it seized up 
when she first drove it, we never did figure out why and then it worked 
fine.
But now it smokes pretty bad. So this engine will replace hers so she 
can still drive it while I tear her engine down to see what went wrong.
Then, there is that $50 Midget next to your Bugeye out at the 
coop....................
Since nobody expressed an interest in it from the list, I decided to put 
it together with junk I already have, sort of a PIECES type car.
But my last PIECES was assembled and painted for $500 and I did nothing 
but drive it for 12 years and sold it for 5k :)
Maybe this Midget will be as lucky.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From sales at justbrits.com  Sun Aug 16 16:48:51 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:48:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] ridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
	<205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A888CD3.10704@justbrits.com>

<<...drive it for 12 years...>>

Including a trip to visit me and PPP and 'Hopper (and back to Toms 
River, huh Frank?!?!

<G>

For those of you who haven't *seen* "PIECES":

http://www.justbrits.com/cars/visits.html

in front of my *local* (as Brits call pubs/taverns - NATCH - <G>)!!

Frank, have you ever seen her since you sold her???

Me

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug 16 16:51:50 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:51:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <F9C8CA70-A3CF-46CB-AFDD-3376C4E75F10@mac.com>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER><264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
	<F9C8CA70-A3CF-46CB-AFDD-3376C4E75F10@mac.com>
Message-ID: <B11DF9FE181B4D89AE70AC3F81D26551@CatheyBPC>

 Read about the only FACTORY prototype Tucker Convertible:)

http://tuckerconvertible.com/

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Kitterer Bob" <bkitterer at mac.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 4:45 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker


> The last paragraph in the link discusses the convertible - - not a 
> production or even a prototype but an altered 4 door done at a later  time 
> according to that writer.
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
> 2000 Miata Special Edition
>
> On Aug 16, 2009, at 2:18 PM, ldsp wrote:
>
>> Sure have seen a tucker convertible.  it was at the local concours  show 
>> (keels and Wheels).  Is in the assembley / fabrication stages.   It is / 
>> was for sale in its current condition for 5 Million US  dollars.  Have 
>> lots of pics if interested.
>>
>> Leo
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
>> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 1:28 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
>>
>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: jebell46 at aol.com
>>> To: jebell.ridgley at gmail.com
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:20 PM
>>> Subject: 1948 Tucker
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Amazing find...Ever see a "1948 TUCKER"
>>> up close?
>>>
>>>
>>> CLICK HERE: http://www.laubly.com/1948tucker.htm
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> ---
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> ---
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> No virus found in this incoming message.
>>> Checked by AVG - www.avg.com
>>> Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.58/2306 - Release Date: 
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From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Sun Aug 16 18:24:44 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 19:24:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
In-Reply-To: <mailman.23914.1250444200.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.23914.1250444200.20693.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A88A34C.2020904@sbcglobal.net>

David's right. The difference is in the turn signal switch. I made an 
adapter out of a couple of notched pieces of PVC pipe in about five 
minutes. Works great.

--------------

Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:25:02 -0700
From: "David Riker" <davriker at nwi.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BE steering wheel
To: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>, <spritenut at comcast.net>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Message-ID: <A5F9CFED89C04B7684B5646F0D4CB6F8 at MAIN>
Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
	reply-type=original

The splines on the 71-79 are all the same, the reason for the different
adapter for the 78/78 wheel is that the turn signal cancel cam clips on the
shaft of the71-77, but is part of the steering wheel itself in 78/79.
Without the unique adapter, the turn signals won't cancel on a 78/79 car.
David Riker

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 16 18:38:05 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:38:05 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908161443y2881e7d0udfc2f371d44e897f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <514301.75920.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sun, 8/16/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
> Pics please,
Frank?  That
> doesn't sound like my pan on the 1275. Could I
> have the wrong
one thereby explaining my oil leak?

Ain't no hammer big enough. 

Ron

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sun Aug 16 18:58:18 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:58:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: 1948 Tucker
In-Reply-To: <B11DF9FE181B4D89AE70AC3F81D26551@CatheyBPC>
References: <CCF37F2A400E4AE0866C6C6068440950@MAINCOMPUTER><264AF495BCEE4EA1BADD35AA08DCB26E@CatheyBPC>
	<F9C8CA70-A3CF-46CB-AFDD-3376C4E75F10@mac.com>
	<B11DF9FE181B4D89AE70AC3F81D26551@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <F2CB2E9D-BDC6-49EC-ABD2-2E32BFACFA06@snet.net>

A light Google search reveals thatcthe Tucker Club doesn't seem to  
endorse the claims that this car had it origins at the Tucker factory.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT


On Aug 16, 2009, at 6:51 PM, "ldsp" <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:

> Read about the only FACTORY prototype Tucker Convertible:)
>
> http://tuckerconvertible.com/

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 19:15:32 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:15:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Floor pan
In-Reply-To: <4A888591.9040606@comcast.net>
References: <E1ED5F0B54C241D39CF0832DAD73DF08@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<205cef430908161453s50e8d2dbmf7ac11b1f75d3f09@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A888591.9040606@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161815i575bd113w31d0b9eec67af28@mail.gmail.com>

Frank,
I just got a message today regarding this site are the thickness and design
all the same?
http://www.bmh-ltd.com/midgetparts.htm#
Lin

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 6:17 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
>> Jim & List,
>> What is an Ashley Hinton Floor panel I thought the only place to get body
>> panels was Moss or Victoria British. Are there others?
>>
> Ashley Hilton is a UK company that makes replacement panels, they probably
> sell to Moss and Vic Brit
> There is also a company called Heritage Panels, Same deal with the big
> suppliers over here.
>
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Sun Aug 16 19:17:24 2009
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:17:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Woodward Dream Cruise - Bugeye
Message-ID: <7lku3e$6l8h9o@email.mtu.edu>

Autoblog.com has 3 nice pics of a BRG Bugeye on the Woodward Dream 
Cruise. The driver is wearing an "old school" helmet and string back 
gloves and has a pony tail - and a BIG smile. The bugeye almost comes 
up to the top of the wheel wells of the Ford Torino next to it.

I'll bet this is one of our listers If so, what's it like to drive 
Woodward during the cruise?

Look for the blog segment on autoblog.com titled; "You're not from 
around here, are you?" You'll find alot of good pics of strange cars, 
bikes, trucks, rods, muscle cars, etc on the site.

Tim Collins
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ 

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 19:28:54 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:28:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] ridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <4A888CD3.10704@justbrits.com>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
	<205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net> <4A888CD3.10704@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161828m581fe03bud82051007a88588f@mail.gmail.com>

Nice pictures Ed,
Hey that Bugeye doesn't look beige : )
Lin

On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 6:48 PM, Sales at " Just Brits " <
sales at justbrits.com> wrote:

> <<...drive it for 12 years...>>
>
> Including a trip to visit me and PPP and 'Hopper (and back to Toms River,
> huh Frank?!?!
>
> <G>
>
> For those of you who haven't *seen* "PIECES":
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/cars/visits.html
>
> in front of my *local* (as Brits call pubs/taverns - NATCH - <G>)!!
>
> Frank, have you ever seen her since you sold her???
>
> Me
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Aug 16 19:46:20 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:46:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] oil pan (sump) ID
In-Reply-To: <4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net>
References: <4A887CBF.2070801@comcast.net>
	<205cef430908161510q58e0e3bfmf1409e9a73aa0e32@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8886EE.4070201@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <205cef430908161846pf4b58f4u8bfd0841f73a3a16@mail.gmail.com>

Wow Frank she seized up sorry to hear that. What do you think went wrong?
What year is that Midget? I'll have to get down there and check out your new
toy.
Lin


On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 6:23 PM, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
>> HI Frank & Jim,
>> Frank are you building another Spridget maybe the green Bugeye?
>>
>
> This engine is replacing the engine in Tiff's Lady Bug, it seized up when
> she first drove it, we never did figure out why and then it worked fine.
> But now it smokes pretty bad. So this engine will replace hers so she can
> still drive it while I tear her engine down to see what went wrong.
> Then, there is that $50 Midget next to your Bugeye out at the
> coop....................
> Since nobody expressed an interest in it from the list, I decided to put it
> together with junk I already have, sort of a PIECES type car.
> But my last PIECES was assembled and painted for $500 and I did nothing but
> drive it for 12 years and sold it for 5k :)
> Maybe this Midget will be as lucky.
>
>
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 16 19:54:18 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:54:18 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Tesla
Message-ID: <831192.9647.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Was at a local minor league ballgame the other night and there was a Tesla parked in tha back of the lot. Never seen one outside of a show setting before - I want one. I certainly hope the geniuses on "Top Gear" didn't hurt the company in any way - it's a great looking spin on the Elise.
Ron

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Aug 16 22:56:26 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:56:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] interesting tag attached to Vin Plate on Bugeye
Message-ID: <AF770EEE9A1F48998F1BF8A2FB214318@CatheyBPC>

On my new bugeye project I found an unusal tag undsr one screw that holds on
the vin platem  it read BMC-6 and is about an inch long and is made of a
medium weight plastic type material.  Hnder it was a patch of original paint
the same shape of it so obviously it has been there a long tome.  Has anybody
else ever seen one of these on their car?

Leo

From dwramsey at att.net  Sun Aug 16 23:53:45 2009
From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey)
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 22:53:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] interesting tag attached to Vin Plate on Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <AF770EEE9A1F48998F1BF8A2FB214318@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <20090817055403.90ADD188017@autox.team.net>

Leo, my original 61 has the same tag it reads BMC61, there is another 61
down the street and it also has the same tag. By the vin number my car was
made around the 4th of July in 1960. I assume these tags were on bug-I's
meant to be sold in 61 in the states.
		Crash


On my new bugeye project I found an unusal tag undsr one screw that holds on
the vin platem  it read BMC-6 and is about an inch long and is made of a
medium weight plastic type material.  Hnder it was a patch of original paint
the same shape of it so obviously it has been there a long tome.  Has
anybody
else ever seen one of these on their car?

Leo

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 06:47:55 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 07:47:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] HOT OSHIT
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W272C1D3215D574553AE7E5C2000@phx.gbl>
References: <B738CE35-62D9-46C1-9D25-FACA694024D9@comcast.net>
	<C6ACC697.202B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<8c1781040908160549n1ade2db7r6743d0d13ef2447f@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU103-W272C1D3215D574553AE7E5C2000@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908170547t765875a5v4843be2778840f74@mail.gmail.com>

> >>  When she turns left the car dies on her? any suggestions?

>> > Don't run it in NASCAR.

Good advice as always, Billy ;-)

On a more serious note, I would suggest looking carefully at the
double bullet sleeve on the brown wire feeding the ignition switch
under the dash just left of the steering column. I bet the metal
sleeve has split. If not that one, then one of the other bullet
sleeves in that circuit.
David L

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Mon Aug 17 09:58:06 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:58:06 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <2134505141.357941250523084732.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1816076487.374381250524686679.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

I already have accepted the fact that my speedometer does not work once the
car warms up (4000rpm cold =68+, 4000rpm warmed up =40mph)B  but this morning
driving to work temp in mid 80's my tach went from 4000 to ping at 7000 with
no change in engine or drive so I know its not the clutch.B  Then it did the
wiggle between 3500 and 4500 then settled back down.B 

I know the speedometer is connected to the trans and the little plastic gear
goes but what about the tach ?

Ryan

74 midget

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Aug 17 10:55:00 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:55:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] interesting tag attached to Vin Plate on Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <002a01ca1f4e$6adf2700$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <AF770EEE9A1F48998F1BF8A2FB214318@CatheyBPC>
	<002a01ca1f4e$6adf2700$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <E7127599D4C248E18FF090239C0EA15D@CatheyBPC>

Interesting indeed.  BTW  I really need to turn on my spell checker or add a 
magnifier to my screen as the typing REALLY sucks:).   At least no one 
besides me commented on that.  What a polite group of people....

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paul Asgeirsson" <PAsgeirsson at att.net>
To: "ldsp" <60bugeye at cebridge.net>; "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 10:21 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] interesting tag attached to Vin Plate on Bugeye


> Hi Leo,
>
> A tag similar to what you describe was pretty common with Morris Minors. 
> It
> would be like, "BMC 67"  It was merely an indicator of the year sold, to
> simply update a slow selling product.
>
> Later, Paul A
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "ldsp" <60bugeye at cebridge.net>
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 9:56 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] interesting tag attached to Vin Plate on Bugeye
>
>
>> On my new bugeye project I found an unusal tag undsr one screw that holds
> on
>> the vin platem  it read BMC-6 and is about an inch long and is made of a
>> medium weight plastic type material.  Hnder it was a patch of original
> paint
>> the same shape of it so obviously it has been there a long tome.  Has
> anybody
>> else ever seen one of these on their car?
>>
>> Leo
>> _______________________________________________
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 12:48:53 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:48:53 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
Message-ID: <402188520908171148q66beb8d0m7ac288fc2d6149@mail.gmail.com>

Any of you guys jonesing for an Arkeley? I just got a line on one that
seems to be coming available in the Chicago area. No details yet, but
if someone is interested, I could find out more...
David L

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug 17 13:02:12 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:02:12 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <1816076487.374381250524686679.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1816076487.374381250524686679.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A89A934.6090903@comcast.net>

ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote:
>
> I know the speedometer is connected to the trans and the little plastic gear
> goes but what about the tach ?
>
>
>   
The speedo drive inside the tranny is probably loose causing the 
speedometer to read weird.
The tach probably has a dirty ground, I have seen this a few times.
Since they only ground via the thumb screw that holds it in, a new 
(extra) ground from the body of the tach to a screw in the body does 
wonders.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Mon Aug 17 12:57:44 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:57:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Woodward Dream Cruise
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922274@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

What's it like?  The world's longest parking lot!

Lots of senior citizens in loud cars with automatic transmissions.





Message: 11

Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:17:24 -0400

From: Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu>

Subject: [Spridgets] Woodward Dream Cruise - Bugeye

To: spridgets at autox.team.net

Message-ID: <7lku3e$6l8h9o at email.mtu.edu>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed



Autoblog.com has 3 nice pics of a BRG Bugeye on the Woodward Dream

Cruise. The driver is wearing an "old school" helmet and string back

gloves and has a pony tail - and a BIG smile. The bugeye almost comes

up to the top of the wheel wells of the Ford Torino next to it.



I'll bet this is one of our listers If so, what's it like to drive

Woodward during the cruise?



Look for the blog segment on autoblog.com titled; "You're not from

around here, are you?" You'll find alot of good pics of strange cars,

bikes, trucks, rods, muscle cars, etc on the site.



Tim Collins

http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/

From proefrock at comcast.net  Mon Aug 17 13:43:09 2009
From: proefrock at comcast.net (Jim Proefrock)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:43:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <4A89A934.6090903@comcast.net>
References: <1816076487.374381250524686679.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<4A89A934.6090903@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <B297C358-67C0-433E-A0D6-B8B716B2ED46@comcast.net>

On Aug 17, 2009, at 2:02 PM, Frank wrote:

> The tach probably has a dirty ground, I have seen this a few times.
> Since they only ground via the thumb screw that holds it in, a new  
> (extra) ground from the body of the tach to a screw in the body  
> does wonders.

And, if proper grounding *doesn't* work, it'll continue to read  
erratically, work for a while, quit for a while, then work again, for  
an indefinite period of time, then eventually fail completely. At  
least that's what mine did ('72 Midget). I got a used tach from the  
parts stash of one of our list members (thanks again, Monty!) that  
works perfectly. They also show up from time to time on eBay. Just  
make sure you match the numbers on the face to get the correct  
replacement, should you need one.

Jim

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 17 13:46:48 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:46:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <402188520908171148q66beb8d0m7ac288fc2d6149@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <818792.62394.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

> Any of you guys jonesing for an
> Arkeley? 

Dave Brown's? In the oxymoron category, that was the nicest Arkley I've ever seen.

Ron

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Mon Aug 17 14:22:55 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:22:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Woodward Dream Cruise
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922274@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922274@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <4A89BC1F.1295.15EEAB2@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Careful there, fella...
I am a *very* senior citizen and I drive both ...   ;-))

On 17 Aug 2009 at 14:57, Deikis, John G wrote:

>> Lots of senior citizens in loud cars with automatic transmissions.


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From bkitterer at me.com  Mon Aug 17 15:41:35 2009
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:41:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
In-Reply-To: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>

Folks,

Am going brain dead an could use some help.  Have finished installing  
new rubber in the bugeye hydraulic system, believe that all the air is  
out of the lines but have no break pedal pressure.  Anyone know of an  
easy way to check the master cylinder independently of the rest of the  
system?  Or other suggestions?

Thanks

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - for sale
2000 Miata Special Edition - for sale

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Mon Aug 17 15:45:37 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:45:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <B297C358-67C0-433E-A0D6-B8B716B2ED46@comcast.net>
References: <1816076487.374381250524686679.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<4A89A934.6090903@comcast.net>
	<B297C358-67C0-433E-A0D6-B8B716B2ED46@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <6903D0C204154DA6AFE6ACB0B3C5D47F@Home>

<Just make sure you match the numbers on the face to get the correct
> replacement, should you need one.

My car is bits and pieces, so there is no indication whether the installed 
tach is the proper one.  Also, it is steady, with no signs of unhappiness. 
How can I tell if its reading is correct?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 16:04:36 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:04:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <818792.62394.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <402188520908171148q66beb8d0m7ac288fc2d6149@mail.gmail.com>
	<818792.62394.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908171504j1ba7627q7fc78d849a8d5b57@mail.gmail.com>

> Dave Brown's? In the oxymoron category, that was the nicest Arkley I've ever seen.

No. Some guy with a surname of Dome from Elgin was building it.
Currently in primer. They have brought the price down to $4500 ...
More than I think it would be worth after de-Arkleying it. Also say
they have a drivetrain from a 61 3000 as well as a wrecked big Healey,
etc.
David L

From bkitterer at mac.com  Mon Aug 17 16:00:58 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:00:58 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <6903D0C204154DA6AFE6ACB0B3C5D47F@Home>
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You might consider getting a tach/dwell meter from  a local parts  
store to do comparisons.  I located one at CarQuest.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 17, 2009, at 2:45 PM, Michael Rowe wrote:

> <Just make sure you match the numbers on the face to get the correct
>> replacement, should you need one.
>
> My car is bits and pieces, so there is no indication whether the  
> installed tach is the proper one.  Also, it is steady, with no signs  
> of unhappiness. How can I tell if its reading is correct?
>
> Michael Rowe
> '74 Midget
> '60 Sprite kit
> Long Island, NY
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Aug 17 16:19:04 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:19:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
In-Reply-To: <0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
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	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
Message-ID: <4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>

I made some fittings with tubes on them to bleed my master cylinder before i 
hooked up the brake lines to be bled.  i also beld the brake lines using a 
mityvac.

Leo
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Kitterer Bob" <bkitterer at me.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 4:41 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes


> Folks,
>
> Am going brain dead an could use some help.  Have finished installing  new 
> rubber in the bugeye hydraulic system, believe that all the air is  out of 
> the lines but have no break pedal pressure.  Anyone know of an  easy way 
> to check the master cylinder independently of the rest of the  system?  Or 
> other suggestions?
>
> Thanks
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - for sale
> 2000 Miata Special Edition - for sale
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From bkitterer at mac.com  Mon Aug 17 16:24:52 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:24:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
In-Reply-To: <4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
	<4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <1926B43D-5715-41AD-96F7-84A58EF2A6DE@mac.com>

Thanks Leo,

Did not have the fittings to bleed the MC separately but did use the  
mityvac to do the bleeding along with speedbleeder valves.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 17, 2009, at 3:19 PM, ldsp wrote:

> I made some fittings with tubes on them to bleed my master cylinder  
> before i hooked up the brake lines to be bled.  i also beld the  
> brake lines using a mityvac.
>
> Leo
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kitterer Bob" <bkitterer at me.com>
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 4:41 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
>
>
>> Folks,
>>
>> Am going brain dead an could use some help.  Have finished  
>> installing  new rubber in the bugeye hydraulic system, believe that  
>> all the air is  out of the lines but have no break pedal pressure.   
>> Anyone know of an  easy way to check the master cylinder  
>> independently of the rest of the  system?  Or other suggestions?
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>> Bob Kitterer
>>
>> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
>> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - for sale
>> 2000 Miata Special Edition - for sale
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From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 17 16:34:11 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:34:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <402188520908171148q66beb8d0m7ac288fc2d6149@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <270354.27050.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I don't want to offend anybody because if we all liked the same stuff the
world would be a pretty dull place - but I personally have never been able to
warm up to the Arkley's looks.  Not saying they may not have their merits, but
they just never appealed to me.  Similar to how I feel about the Jensen-Healey
and the Daimler Dart.  I'm sure they are all cool cars for some, just never
could quite learn to love them myself. 
 - David 

--- On Mon, 8/17/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:


From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, August 17, 2009, 1:48 PM


Any of you guys jonesing for an Arkeley? I just got a line on one that
seems to be coming available in the Chicago area. No details yet, but
if someone is interested, I could find out more...
David L
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Aug 17 16:37:36 2009
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (ldsp)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:37:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] people who need to be taken out of the gene pool
Message-ID: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>

Some peoples sheer stupidity really amazes me.  Today while gathering parts
for a job I am doing i wandered a bit too close to the clearance rack and lo
and behold there sat a 60 gal upright compressor which had a price of either
100.00 or 200. dollars depending on how you looked at it.  Was being sold as
is and you could see it had been run for a short while (still looked brand new
though).  Went to the cash register and the cashier said she would read the
tag as 100.00 so I bought it.  While checking it out (before I bought it) I
noticed that the four spot welds which held on the motor base plate to the
motor were broken,  So decided no big deal, take the motor a[part, re-weld
baseplate to the housing and then re-assemble,  Sounds logical right.  Nice
compressor for 100.00 and a little labour????  Ahh..  take everything apart
and then remove the belt cover and was presented with the work of a person who
truly needs to be taken out of the gene pool so he CANT reproduce and pass on
his sheer stupidity.


Sems like sometime in its short life the pulley loosened and the key flew out
or went somewhere.  So the DPO put in a new key... Not just any key BUT a nail
and then proceded to try to tack weld the pulley to the shaft!!!!!!  Yea,
thats right, four small daubs like a mig welder might make in the hands of a
mud dauber.  FRIGGIN DA's ought to commit suicide when something breaks.  Just
eliminate themselves instead of even attemting to fix ANYTHING!!!

 Out comes the die grinder, grind the little bumps off, loosen the set screw,
put on the gear puller and pull the pulley.  Now its off to see if the motor
runs and if so on with the original plan.

SPRIDGET CONTENT..... It will go in the back section of my new building so I
can have air to work, work, work on the new bugeye project.

Hopefully when he tried to weld it a certain issue did not happen.  Any body
want to guess what the issue might be when welding on the shaft of an electric
motor?? And no it isnt melting the insulation on the windings:)

Leo

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Aug 17 16:52:36 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:52:36 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] people who need to be taken out of the gene  pool
In-Reply-To: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>
References: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <1FAE8C21DCEB43078EC2A4B2651B62DA@spider>

I will guess EMP? .bill in oregon

========================================

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of ldsp
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 3:38 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] people who need to be taken out of the gene pool

 

Some peoples sheer stupidity really amazes me.  Today while gathering parts

for a job I am doing i wandered a bit too close to the clearance rack and lo

and behold there sat a 60 gal upright compressor which had a price of either

100.00 or 200. dollars depending on how you looked at it.  Was being sold as

is and you could see it had been run for a short while (still looked brand
new

though).  Went to the cash register and the cashier said she would read the

tag as 100.00 so I bought it.  While checking it out (before I bought it) I

noticed that the four spot welds which held on the motor base plate to the

motor were broken,  So decided no big deal, take the motor a[part, re-weld

baseplate to the housing and then re-assemble,  Sounds logical right.  Nice

compressor for 100.00 and a little labour????  Ahh..  take everything apart

and then remove the belt cover and was presented with the work of a person
who

truly needs to be taken out of the gene pool so he CANT reproduce and pass
on

his sheer stupidity.

 

 

Sems like sometime in its short life the pulley loosened and the key flew
out

or went somewhere.  So the DPO put in a new key... Not just any key BUT a
nail

and then proceded to try to tack weld the pulley to the shaft!!!!!!  Yea,

thats right, four small daubs like a mig welder might make in the hands of a

mud dauber.  FRIGGIN DA's ought to commit suicide when something breaks.
Just

eliminate themselves instead of even attemting to fix ANYTHING!!!

 

 Out comes the die grinder, grind the little bumps off, loosen the set
screw,

put on the gear puller and pull the pulley.  Now its off to see if the motor

runs and if so on with the original plan.

 

SPRIDGET CONTENT..... It will go in the back section of my new building so I

can have air to work, work, work on the new bugeye project.

 

Hopefully when he tried to weld it a certain issue did not happen.  Any body

want to guess what the issue might be when welding on the shaft of an
electric

motor?? And no it isn't melting the insulation on the windings:)

 

Leo

_______________________________________________

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 16:54:26 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:54:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
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References: <402188520908171148q66beb8d0m7ac288fc2d6149@mail.gmail.com>
	<270354.27050.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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I kinda feel that way about the 1500. Like trying to warm up to your
girlfriends "plumper" twin sister.....

On Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 5:34 PM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I don't want to offend anybody because if we all liked the same stuff the
> world would be a pretty dull place - but I personally have never been able
> to
> warm up to the Arkley's looks.  Not saying they may not have their merits,
> but
> they just never appealed to me.  Similar to how I feel about the
> Jensen-Healey
> and the Daimler Dart.  I'm sure they are all cool cars for some, just never
> could quite learn to love them myself.
>  - David
>
> --- On Mon, 8/17/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Monday, August 17, 2009, 1:48 PM
>
>
> Any of you guys jonesing for an Arkeley? I just got a line on one that
> seems to be coming available in the Chicago area. No details yet, but
> if someone is interested, I could find out more...
> David L
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 16:56:10 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:56:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] people who need to be taken out of the gene  pool
In-Reply-To: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>
References: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908171556k687b4821n1165fdd9da65224e@mail.gmail.com>

Screw up the magnetic field in the windings??

On Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 5:37 PM, ldsp <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:

>
> Hopefully when he tried to weld it a certain issue did not happen.  Any
> body
> want to guess what the issue might be when welding on the shaft of an
> electric
> motor?? And no it isnt melting the insulation on the windings:)
>
> Leo
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 17 17:06:58 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:06:58 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <270354.27050.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <845925.4413.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 8/17/09, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> I don't want
to offend anybody
> because if we all liked the same stuff the
> world would
be a pretty dull place - but I personally have
> never been able to
> warm up
to the Arkley's looks.  

I don't think it's possible for anyone to argue that
the Arkley looks good. Dave Brown liked his because he raced it and legally it
could be 1100 pounds or so. He constantly won "Corner Worker's" award because
they took pity on the thing (no need for pity - the car was stinking fast and
Dave's probably the best Spridget driver I've seen for the few seconds I've
been able to even stay near him). He got rid of it because he was hitting an
aerodynamic brick wall at 118 MPH or so.

Ron

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Aug 17 17:56:07 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:56:07 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
In-Reply-To: <0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
Message-ID: <C6AF3C27.20313%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Did you bench bleed it before you put it in?

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Aug 17 18:03:50 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:03:50 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <845925.4413.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C6AF3DF6.20314%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I think an Arkely would be cool if you could fit Spridget body panels on it.
Has anyone ever tried that?

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Mon Aug 17 18:07:17 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:07:17 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
Message-ID: <18f3e01ca1f97$d8d79410$056a010a@mail2world.com>

I've found that using the mityvac together with the speed bleeders
doesn't work very well. One or the other works, but not both together.
The valve in the speed bleeder tends to flutter under vacuum.
 
-=Chris


Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Kitterer Bob [bkitterer at mac.com]
Sent: 8/17/2009 6:26:52 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Brakes 

Thanks Leo, 

Did not have the fittings to bleed the MC separately but did use the 
mityvac to do the bleeding along with speedbleeder valves. 

Bob Kitterer 

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) 
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes 
2000 Miata Special Edition 

On Aug 17, 2009, at 3:19 PM, ldsp wrote: 

> I made some fittings with tubes on them to bleed my master cylinder 
> before i hooked up the brake lines to be bled. i also beld the 
> brake lines using a mityvac. 
> 
> Leo 
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kitterer Bob" <bkitterer at me.com> 
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 4:41 PM 
> Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes 
> 
> 
>> Folks, 
>> 
>> Am going brain dead an could use some help. Have finished 
>> installing new rubber in the bugeye hydraulic system, believe that 
>> all the air is out of the lines but have no break pedal pressure. 
>> Anyone know of an easy way to check the master cylinder 
>> independently of the rest of the system? Or other suggestions? 
>> 
>> Thanks 
>> 
>> Bob Kitterer 
>> 
>> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) 
>> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - for sale
>> 2000 Miata Special Edition - for sale 
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From richb at u.washington.edu  Mon Aug 17 18:33:49 2009
From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:33:49 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
References: <1BA5C212D8E041CBBF1984226C1E0314@psych.washington.edu>
	<7EF83F55ECE64B98A6DF8165DB4732CC@MAIN>
Message-ID: <2789F9E1DDC94D419DA9E87956B9825A@m275laptop>

Thanks to everyone that replied.

The consensus seems to be 10 BTDC for the timing.  I'm somewhat intrigued
with Brent's idea of 22 BTDC and marching it back down if it pings.  When I
had it set to 2 ATDC I was driving it to the local All British Field Meet.
I reset the timing by ear in the parking lot for the drive home and when I
went to reset it with the light it was at 22 BTDC, so there might be
something to that.  For now it will stay at 10 BTDC.  Thankfully I don't 
have to have it inspected or pass emission tests

To answer some of the questions that came up for my lean running condition.
The EGR valve has been removed.  The only smog equipment left is the
charcoal canister and that has had the filters and charcoal replaced,  The 
restrictor is in place between the valve cover vent and the connection on 
the carb.  A Webber isn't in the cards right now so I will try to adjust the 
ZS.  I had forgotten that I can adjust or change the needle.

I'm away right now, but I see what I can do next week and post the results.
Thanks for the input.

Rich Ball
'76 Midget (plump twin sister)
Everett, WA

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Mon Aug 17 18:52:35 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:52:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
Message-ID: <1855201ca1f9e$2d1ab7e0$0168010a@mail2world.com>

The other thing you can do (if you have an adjustable timing light) is
set the max advance at 32 deg.
 
-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Richard Ball [richb at u.washington.edu]
Sent: 8/17/2009 8:35:49 PM
To: davriker at nwi.net;spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions 

Thanks to everyone that replied. 

The consensus seems to be 10 BTDC for the timing. I'm somewhat intrigued
with Brent's idea of 22 BTDC and marching it back down if it pings. When
I 
had it set to 2 ATDC I was driving it to the local All British Field
Meet. 
I reset the timing by ear in the parking lot for the drive home and when
I 
went to reset it with the light it was at 22 BTDC, so there might be 
something to that. For now it will stay at 10 BTDC. Thankfully I don't 
have to have it inspected or pass emission tests 

To answer some of the questions that came up for my lean running
condition. 
The EGR valve has been removed. The only smog equipment left is the 
charcoal canister and that has had the filters and charcoal replaced,
The 
restrictor is in place between the valve cover vent and the connection
on 
the carb. A Webber isn't in the cards right now so I will try to adjust
the 
ZS. I had forgotten that I can adjust or change the needle. 

I'm away right now, but I see what I can do next week and post the
results. 
Thanks for the input. 

Rich Ball 
'76 Midget (plump twin sister) 
Everett, WA 
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From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Mon Aug 17 19:27:45 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 01:27:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues
In-Reply-To: <B297C358-67C0-433E-A0D6-B8B716B2ED46@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1987555502.625991250558865974.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Maybe I was premature with my comment about the car running fine. Driving home it sputtered a few times 4 at highway speed but the tach was still kind of bouncing back and forth especially when i shifted from 2nd to 3rd or 3rd to 4th it would slam over to 7k and then back to around 2800 no i wasn't riding the clutch. It didn't do it every time but a lot of the time. 

could this still be a ground issue? the distributor is in tight and a the right position so any other ideas? could my oil leak into the cylinder be causing this? 
Thanks 
ryan 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Proefrock" <proefrock at comcast.net> 
To: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 3:43:09 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues 

On Aug 17, 2009, at 2:02 PM, Frank wrote: 

> The tach probably has a dirty ground, I have seen this a few times. 
> Since they only ground via the thumb screw that holds it in, a new 
> (extra) ground from the body of the tach to a screw in the body 
> does wonders. 

And, if proper grounding *doesn't* work, it'll continue to read 
erratically, work for a while, quit for a while, then work again, for 
an indefinite period of time, then eventually fail completely. At 
least that's what mine did ('72 Midget). I got a used tach from the 
parts stash of one of our list members (thanks again, Monty!) that 
works perfectly. They also show up from time to time on eBay. Just 
make sure you match the numbers on the face to get the correct 
replacement, should you need one. 

Jim 
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From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Mon Aug 17 21:04:09 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:04:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
Message-ID: <105D102350BB48E78680C249A44D2FF2@blackbox2>

From: "Kitterer Bob" <bkitterer at me.com>
> Am going brain dead an could use some help.  Have finished installing  
> new rubber in the bugeye hydraulic system, believe that all the air is  
> out of the lines but have no break pedal pressure.  Anyone know of an  
> easy way to check the master cylinder independently of the rest of the  
> system?  Or other suggestions?

I ran into this symptom.  It turned out that a while ago I had loosened the rear brake adjusters all the way
so the car was easy to roll around.

You need to tighten them up so the shoes are against the drums before you bleed the brakes.
You can adjust for free rotation AFTER you are finished bleeding.

This was a real head scratcher for me to track down.

I found this by procces of elimination by first disconnecting the the rear brake line from the brass cross
junction and blocking it off with a bolt.   My brake pedal instantly became firm, so I knew my master and the 
front brakes were OK,  and so it was something to do with the rear brakes.
After putting the rear on jack stands, pulling both drums, and some long stares, it finally dawned on me.

From millerls at ado13.com  Mon Aug 17 21:07:15 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:07:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Morris Brakes
Message-ID: <B8A7094C-B58C-4E31-8170-4E9ED81B1BAE@ado13.com>

Anybody know if the Morris can be converted to disc brakes using the  
Spridget disc's?
\
Paul, Glen????

Larry 

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Mon Aug 17 21:23:52 2009
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:23:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Morris Brakes
In-Reply-To: <B8A7094C-B58C-4E31-8170-4E9ED81B1BAE@ado13.com>
References: <B8A7094C-B58C-4E31-8170-4E9ED81B1BAE@ado13.com>
Message-ID: <4A8A1EC8.1080206@frontiernet.net>

If you are talking about the Minor, absolutely.  Next to the 1275and 
ribcase, it's the best thing you can do for the little guy.

Kate

Larry & Sandi Miller wrote:
> Anybody know if the Morris can be converted to disc brakes using the 
> Spridget disc's?
> \
> Paul, Glen????
>
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From frog.aye at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 21:54:30 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:54:30 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye available in Sacramento CA, $2000.
Message-ID: <4333f8140908172054g5232315fl14319463377fdaf3@mail.gmail.com>

Looks like it might be a good candidate for restoration.  NFI, etc
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1320504839.html

Hal

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Mon Aug 17 21:57:10 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:57:10 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
Message-ID: <4333f8140908172057o632d2fdchba15c3dbd40b4466@mail.gmail.com>

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1316873961.html

Again, NFI, etc.
Hal

From millerls at ado13.com  Mon Aug 17 22:35:40 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:35:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Morris Brakes
In-Reply-To: <001201ca1fb7$89767b00$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <B8A7094C-B58C-4E31-8170-4E9ED81B1BAE@ado13.com>
	<001201ca1fb7$89767b00$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <D98B6852-E041-4FC8-BBAD-E37D4D38D8EE@ado13.com>

Thanks for the quick replys. I will pass them on.

Larry

On Aug 17, 2009, at 8:54 PM, Paul Asgeirsson wrote:

> Hi Larry,
>
> Yes, can be converted quite easily.
>
> From the Spridget you need the hubs and calipers.  I have a disc brake
> adapter kit that bolts to the Morris front spindle to hold the  
> calipers.
> Hubs and rotors are a straight swap to the Morris.  Morris brake  
> hoses screw
> right into the calipers.
>
> Later, Paul A
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Larry & Sandi Miller" <millerls at ado13.com>
> To: "Spridget" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 8:07 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Morris Brakes
>
>
>> Anybody know if the Morris can be converted to disc brakes using the
>> Spridget disc's?
>> \
>> Paul, Glen????
>>
>> Larry
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From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 18 02:20:36 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:20:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
In-Reply-To: <4333f8140908172057o632d2fdchba15c3dbd40b4466@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4333f8140908172057o632d2fdchba15c3dbd40b4466@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8A6454.2070108@justbrits.com>

<<http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1316873961.html 

Again, NFI, etc. >>

Sent to the J - J/H List, Hal.

Tnx !!

Ed

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 18 08:57:41 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:57:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Arkeley
In-Reply-To: <C6AF3DF6.20314%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <845925.4413.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<C6AF3DF6.20314%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908180757m19db2686ucedad6372b59378d@mail.gmail.com>

> I think an Arkely would be cool if you could fit Spridget body panels on it.
> Has anyone ever tried that?

I think you are onto something there, Billy... I can almost imagine a
Spridget drivetrain and "undergarments" with Spridget body panels.
Sure wish BMC had thought of it ;-)
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 18 08:59:39 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:59:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] people who need to be taken out of the gene  pool
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908171556k687b4821n1165fdd9da65224e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <18B3147E45804DC08BB22F261916B465@CatheyBPC>
	<e98d88090908171556k687b4821n1165fdd9da65224e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908180759gb54396ajda4e8b7d5a49d85b@mail.gmail.com>

>> Hopefully when he tried to weld it a certain issue did not happen.  Any
body want to guess what the issue might be when welding on the shaft of an
electric motor?? And no it isnt melting the insulation on the windings:)
>>

I would guess that it might weld the bushings to the shaft.
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 18 09:01:09 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:01:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1500 Tuning Questions
In-Reply-To: <1855201ca1f9e$2d1ab7e0$0168010a@mail2world.com>
References: <Acofni0YNod9whH8Shu1JTQK0YHcew==>
	<1855201ca1f9e$2d1ab7e0$0168010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908180801y36d53cf7r7fddce0d87a11e2c@mail.gmail.com>

> The other thing you can do (if you have an adjustable timing light) is
> set the max advance at 32 deg.

Max *mechanical* advance, that is. Please have the vacuum line disconnected.
David L

From haynes386 at netzero.net  Tue Aug 18 09:52:55 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:52:55 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
Message-ID: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>

What says the list about the original finish on the BE cockpit trim (aside
from the dash trim being covered, not bare aluminum)? Milled finish, polished
or somewhere in between?


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Aug 18 10:14:48 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 11:14:48 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <4A8AD378.4020100@wi.net>

Mark,

After much research it was determined that the the cockpit surround trim 
is anodized.  I had mine stripped and prepped and sent to an anodizer 
and they came back beautiful.  The "We Tight" might polish them and use 
a clear lacquer .  Downside there is it may yellow or peel.  I'm sure 
you will get other solutions.

Dave W.
AN5L/17606

Mark Haynes wrote:
> What says the list about the original finish on the BE cockpit trim (aside
> from the dash trim being covered, not bare aluminum)? Milled finish, polished
> or somewhere in between?
>
>
> Mark Haynes
> HAN6L12779
> HAN5L8016

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Tue Aug 18 10:34:55 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:34:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <C6B0263F.2034D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Anodized.

From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Tue Aug 18 15:00:22 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:00:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <C6B0263F.2034D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
	<C6B0263F.2034D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <d49b03130908181400n4b481711qc880a17767dcb78a@mail.gmail.com>

Anodized.  Try Ano-Brite in Los Angeles.  They do a proper Brite Dip
anodizing na have experience in British car trim anodizing.  But, be warned
it has become quite expensive these days and you might just want to polish
it.  They charged $125 back in 1999 for the cockpit trim and the windshiel
fram which was also brite dip anodized and just quoted me $500 for the four
pieces of cockpit trim for my BN2.
Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

On Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 9:34 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:

> Anodized.
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From daredelvis at gmail.com  Tue Aug 18 16:03:59 2009
From: daredelvis at gmail.com (brian james)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:03:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <d49b03130908181400n4b481711qc880a17767dcb78a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
	<C6B0263F.2034D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<d49b03130908181400n4b481711qc880a17767dcb78a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <531383560908181503t93bd77ft4d499e503a1d74f2@mail.gmail.com>

For anyone looking for anodizing in the Houston area, there is Del's
plating (thanks Leo!) http://www.delsplating.com/ . They did my
cockpit surround and my window posts (5 pieces total) for their
minimum charge of  $100.  Del's does not polish, I paid about $25 a
piece at another place. 3 out of 5 parts turned out excellent, and the
two that did have some flaws they fixed while I waited.

Brian
On Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 4:00 PM, rrengineer
@dslextreme.com<rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote:
> Anodized.  Try Ano-Brite in Los Angeles.  They do a proper Brite Dip
> anodizing na have experience in British car trim anodizing.  But, be warned
> it has become quite expensive these days and you might just want to polish
> it.  They charged $125 back in 1999 for the cockpit trim and the windshiel
> fram which was also brite dip anodized and just quoted me $500 for the four
> pieces of cockpit trim for my BN2.
> Mike MacLean
> 60 Sprite
> 56 BN2
>
> On Tue, Aug 18, 2009 at 9:34 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
wrote:
>
>> Anodized.
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From bkitterer at mac.com  Tue Aug 18 18:17:27 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:17:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes
In-Reply-To: <0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
Message-ID: <EFDD648E-E555-431D-9D33-BC48503AED07@mac.com>

Thanks to everyone who has offered help with this problem. I have a  
couple of approaches which hopefully will be tried tomorrow.  Sill let  
you  know what happens.
Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

From nases at verizon.net  Tue Aug 18 18:21:55 2009
From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:21:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye steering column
Message-ID: <7EA4B9B6-2FEF-46EB-B953-146E6D052A3F@verizon.net>

I'm replacing repro felts in the column.  The repro's were too thick  
and steering was too tight.  I see on the originals I'm putting in  
they are the same size but one has a hole dead center.  Is this the  
upper or lower?  Should the hole be oriented a certain way?

The workshop manual I have shows a 3rd felt which is narrower and a  
clip, that look like they go in or near the underdash column bracket.   
I don't have it and wonder if I need it or if it even is part of the  
Bugeye setup.

The outer column has one end rolled and one straight.  Does the  
straight end point to the steering wheel?

Does the outer column extend past the toe box into the engine bay or  
stop short of the hole?
Should the inner column be painted?

Thanks.

Phil Nase
Quakertown, PA
http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/

From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug 18 19:09:41 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:09:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye steering column
In-Reply-To: <7EA4B9B6-2FEF-46EB-B953-146E6D052A3F@verizon.net>
References: <7EA4B9B6-2FEF-46EB-B953-146E6D052A3F@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <4A8B50D5.4030900@comcast.net>

Phil Nase wrote:
> I'm replacing repro felts in the column.  The repro's were too thick 
> and steering was too tight.  I see on the originals I'm putting in 
> they are the same size but one has a hole dead center.  Is this the 
> upper or lower?  Should the hole be oriented a certain way?
>
> The workshop manual I have shows a 3rd felt which is narrower and a 
> clip, that look like they go in or near the underdash column bracket.  
> I don't have it and wonder if I need it or if it even is part of the 
> Bugeye setup.
>
> The outer column has one end rolled and one straight.  Does the 
> straight end point to the steering wheel?
>
> Does the outer column extend past the toe box into the engine bay or 
> stop short of the hole?
> Should the inner column be painted?
>

Phil

I just took apart an unmolested Bugeye column to check all of this out.
The felt with the hole goes on the bottom, the hole on mine was 
orientated at 9:00 looking down the column from the top.
I don't know what it's for or why, but that's the way this one is.

The 3rd felt is not felt but the rubber under the clamp where it bolts 
up. I have used rubber from an inner tube before, or even hockey stick tape.

The rolled over edge was the bottom. Straight edge to steering wheel.

The column protrudes 18" out of the bottom, measured from the end of the 
pinion clamp to the start of the outer sleeve.
It measures 3" from the sleeve to the end of the splined end (steering 
wheel end)

If you do not paint them, they rust, the one I have is rusty where it 
sticks out from the sleeve.

It does protrude past the toe kick a little, since it's not in a car, 
and I have a chrome pipe in my Speedwell, I measured it this way....
The clamp under the dash should be 9-1/8 inch from the top (S/wheel end) 
of the sleeve to the center of the bolt holes.

You should be able to get it from all these numbers.



-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Tue Aug 18 19:09:29 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:09:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <531383560908181503t93bd77ft4d499e503a1d74f2@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
	<C6B0263F.2034D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<d49b03130908181400n4b481711qc880a17767dcb78a@mail.gmail.com>
	<531383560908181503t93bd77ft4d499e503a1d74f2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8D5B2598B97F4138A6727B5ACA98B115@Home>

Google "diy anodizing" for some really interesting results.  Those of us who 
use electrolytic rust removal may want to experiment with some small bits to 
test this out.

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite
Long Island, NY 

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Aug 18 19:43:41 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:43:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <D0ED8C35A21A466B980F875B61512C64@blackbox2>

DIY anodizing is also an option.  It's actually easier than electro plating.
It's just accelerated oxidation of the aluminum.

The only problem is that you need to fabricate an oddball container out of PVC pipe or something
to hold the surround (especially troublesome for the rear surround)

Caswell plating sells a kit, but the electrolyte utilized is just diluted battery acid.
Parts get dunked in a sodium hydroxide solution (drano) prior to anodizing.  Search google for DIY anodize

The toughest part is sanding/filing out all the dings and scratches and then polishing, which needs to get done whether you 
decide to anodize or not, so you might as well get started with that.

As I mentioned previously, I found the harbour freight multi tool; with the sanding pad attachment to be ideal
for sanding out the dings/scratched on the surround.  I then buffed with the red rouge to bring it to a bright polish.

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Aug 18 21:28:33 2009
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:28:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
	<D0ED8C35A21A466B980F875B61512C64@blackbox2>
	<005a01ca2072$656d4160$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <356DAAF4CF454304ABF53197B0E8B54B@blackbox2>

I can't afford the German "Fein" version.

It's hit or miss with Harbor Freight.
For example, Don't buy Harbor freight wet dry/sand paper.  

I think the grit is held to the paper with dried Indian saliva.

If my Chinese multi tool failed in a few months, fine, I can understand it.  But it has'nt.
But how in the heck do you screw up sand paper?




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paul Asgeirsson" <PAsgeirsson at att.net>

> Frank C. give you approval to buy at Harbor Freight!??!

From a_d_webster at yahoo.com.au  Wed Aug 19 03:28:36 2009
From: a_d_webster at yahoo.com.au (Andy Webster)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:28:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Westfield XI
Message-ID: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Greetings,
was reading an article in a local magazine about the Westfield XI...it stated
that is very unlikely that one could be road registered here in Australia.
Was just wondering if that was the case in the USA..

example:
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/54633/westfield_xi.html

cheers

Andy
Gold Coast QLD


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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 05:14:52 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 06:14:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908190414v406d8ba1w2acbffa7f170531d@mail.gmail.com>

> was reading an article in a local magazine about the Westfield XI...it stated
> that is very unlikely that one could be road registered here in Australia.
> Was just wondering if that was the case in the USA..

That will depend on the state. Different states have different
regulations on "kit cars", which is essentially what a westfield XI
is. The Locost guys probably know all the details., but do some
searches on kit cars as well.
David L

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 19 06:17:18 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:17:18 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>

Not likely in Canada either.
http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/tp/tp2436/rs200804/menu.htm


----------------------------------------
> Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:28:36 -0700
>
> Greetings,
> was reading an article in a local magazine about the Westfield XI...it
stated
> that is very unlikely that one could be road registered here in Australia.
> Was just wondering if that was the case in the USA..
>
> example:
> http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/54633/westfield_xi.html
>
> cheers
>
> Andy

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 06:35:34 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:35:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>

> Not likely in Canada either.
> http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/tp/tp2436/rs200804/menu.htm

Not sure I agree with your conclusion, Robert. The way I read that
page, as long as you do NOT buy certain parts of the Westfield kit, it
is considered to be car parts and not a car, allowing you to source
your own drivetrain (Spridget, of course), fuel system, brake system
and suspension system. That last might be an issue for the Westy, as
part of the value is the Lotus-inspired suspension. Perhaps your best
approach would be to buy the suspension system first as it would in no
way resemble a "kit car" and should not be a problem to bring in, then
you would have no difficulty with the stipulation of no later
shipments. I think it could be done, but you would have to really want
it.
David L

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Wed Aug 19 07:04:46 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:04:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Original Cockpit trim condition
In-Reply-To: <D0ED8C35A21A466B980F875B61512C64@blackbox2>
References: <20090818.095255.12347.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com>
	<D0ED8C35A21A466B980F875B61512C64@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <F96D8CA89EEA4879A0F21C900C081926@Home>

> The only problem is that you need to fabricate an oddball container out of 
> PVC pipe or something
> to hold the surround (especially troublesome for the rear surround)

Use scrap wood with plastic tarp draped over, being careful about punctures.

Michael Rowe 

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Wed Aug 19 07:39:18 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:39:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com><BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>

As for the Westfield, I think it would be a very easy import into the US,
but perhaps not California. 

I have done some looking into these questions recently, but not so recently
that it would not be wise to study further.  Basically, a kit needs to be
parts and not a new, disassembled car.  They were very adamant that kit and
drivetrain arrive on separate ships to avoid problems (impound, fines,
etc.).  Cars can be imported past a certain age.  Also most of the EPA
guidelines apply only so long as the car is still the same car.  What I mean
is that there are regs against putting a non factory engine in a car.  But
if you chop the top go wide body and change the hood, you car drop your w16
engine in your Subaru Justy's trunk, because no one will confuse the car for
a Justy.  Oh and to do this, you will get a new VIN number and be called a
"custom".  The intent here is to protect future consumers.  

Call your local inspector for DMV, usually associated with the vehicle theft
division.  Tell him what you have in mind and ask how to do it smoothly and
legally.  When I called, the three tips were use only fully documented
parts, the more you change the easier case you have to get a custom title,
call again before you start because the law will have changed twice by then.
If the major parts do not have a clean title or ownership chain, you will
have a problem, and possibly no car.

http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/ShowDisplay/howtosd072003.html
http://www.epa.gov/oms/imports/kitcar.htm

Drew in NC

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 07:53:01 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:53:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <402188520908190653o3973496an358006a4143b54b1@mail.gmail.com>

> Call your local inspector for DMV, usually associated with the vehicle
theft
> division.  Tell him what you have in mind and ask how to do it smoothly and
> legally.  When I called, the three tips were use only fully documented
> parts, the more you change the easier case you have to get a custom title,
> call again before you start because the law will have changed twice by
then.
> If the major parts do not have a clean title or ownership chain, you will
> have a problem, and possibly no car.

And emphasize that you are working at creating a cleaner, more
efficient vehicle with a low carbon footprint ;-)
David L

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Wed Aug 19 08:46:08 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:46:08 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
Message-ID: <939225499-1250693158-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1079433744-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Actually I was very upfront that this was a one off toy. He asked why, I told them it sounds fun.  He said it sounded "bitchin".  His inspection ends in a title that weighs 30 pounds like in the johnny cash song one piece at a time.  The just the standard safety inspection.  For those of you in Merry Olde, our safety inspection is not like an MOT, unless you know a lot of dirt on the inspector.
Drew
------Original Message------
From: David Lieb
To: Andrew G. Payne
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets]Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
Sent: Aug 19, 2009 9:53 AM

> Call your local inspector for DMV, usually associated with the vehicle theft
> division.  Tell him what you have in mind and ask how to do it smoothly and
> legally.  When I called, the three tips were use only fully documented
> parts, the more you change the easier case you have to get a custom title,
> call again before you start because the law will have changed twice by then.
> If the major parts do not have a clean title or ownership chain, you will
> have a problem, and possibly no car.

And emphasize that you are working at creating a cleaner, more
efficient vehicle with a low carbon footprint ;-)
David L


Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From breton48 at live.com  Wed Aug 19 09:38:51 2009
From: breton48 at live.com (JLC)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:38:51 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com><BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>

Drew wrote: 
As for the Westfield, I think it would be a very easy import into the US,
but perhaps not California. [huge snip]

-------------------------------------------

Maybe not... five or six years ago, I went on a "blat" with a group of
Caterham/Birkin Sevens in the Los Angeles mountains. There was a gentleman
there, an automotive writer, who ran with us in his Westfield Eleven. He had
a 948 sprite engine in it, and on those twisty mountain roads, he had little
trouble keeping up with the Sevens. He said he bought that car some twenty
years earlier, and it was registered in CA, but I don't know what the title
said. I am pretty sure a posting on the USA7 forum would give you an answer,
as the same people who were on that "blat" are still active in the Seven
world.

http://www.usa7s.org/vb/

JLC

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 10:46:32 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:46:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
	<COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908190946n26bb24aapc26f2234d3331887@mail.gmail.com>

For those of you not well versed in Peter Egan literature, he arranged
for Road & Track magazine to acquire one of the first Westfield XI
kits, complete with Spridget drivetrain, so that he and the R&T crew
could scramble to assemble it in 3 weeks or so and then he and Barbara
drove it from LA to Elkhart Lake to see the June Sprints. Back then it
was not an issue to build one in California...
David L

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Wed Aug 19 11:09:32 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:09:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com><BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
	<COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <84A649A385844853B9B7E5E6F417E280@AndrewHP>

I never presume that the automotive and EPA laws of the land also apply to
the LaLa Land of Cali-forn-I-A;)  I'm not alone either, I saw a sevenesque
ad once stating "legal in the United States of America, and California".  
Drew

-----Original Message-----
From: JLC [mailto:breton48 at live.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, August 19, 2009 11:39 AM
To: 'Andrew Payne'; 'David Lieb'; 'Spridgets'
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI


Drew wrote: 
As for the Westfield, I think it would be a very easy import into the US,
but perhaps not California. [huge snip]

-------------------------------------------

Maybe not... five or six years ago, I went on a "blat" with a group of
Caterham/Birkin Sevens in the Los Angeles mountains. There was a gentleman
there, an automotive writer, who ran with us in his Westfield Eleven. He had
a 948 sprite engine in it, and on those twisty mountain roads, he had little
trouble keeping up with the Sevens. He said he bought that car some twenty
years earlier, and it was registered in CA, but I don't know what the title
said. I am pretty sure a posting on the USA7 forum would give you an answer,
as the same people who were on that "blat" are still active in the Seven
world.

http://www.usa7s.org/vb/

JLC

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 11:20:11 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:20:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Off list help needed
Message-ID: <e98d88090908191020n25aa4008h42bc8a04375e035e@mail.gmail.com>

Is there anyone near or in Niles IL, willing to help me out a little bit?
Please email me off list, if you are willing.

Thank you,
Brad

-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 11:25:15 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:25:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Off list help needed
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908191020n25aa4008h42bc8a04375e035e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <e98d88090908191020n25aa4008h42bc8a04375e035e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908191025uce2f085n6c79fe785d879252@mail.gmail.com>

I am sitting at my desk in Niles, IL as I type, Brad. What do you need?
David L


2009/8/19 Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>:
> Is there anyone near or in Niles IL, willing to help me out a little bit?
> Please email me off list, if you are willing.
>
> Thank you,
> Brad
>
> --
> DON JULIO 1942
>
> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad
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From sales at justbrits.com  Wed Aug 19 12:10:03 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:10:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
	<4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>
Message-ID: <4A8C3FFB.4010803@justbrits.com>

<< i also beld the brake lines using a mityvac.>>

As 'Hopper WILL tell ANYBODY<G>,  eeZbleed is the ONLY thing
to use on brakes !!!

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 12:19:04 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:19:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <4A8C3FFB.4010803@justbrits.com>
References: <8c1781040907301808l78fb2101k4cd5476169048c84@mail.gmail.com>
	<0DED50A8-C7EB-407C-B056-9B888951FCF1@me.com>
	<4134F841CEE14DB1ABEBB62FA9FFEFAB@CatheyBPC>
	<4A8C3FFB.4010803@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908191119o101975b0xcbb1d844190298c@mail.gmail.com>

> << i also beld the brake lines using a mityvac.>>
>
> As 'Hopper WILL tell ANYBODY<G>,  eeZbleed is the ONLY thing
> to use on brakes !!!

And clutches!!!
David L

From bkitterer at me.com  Wed Aug 19 12:20:52 2009
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:20:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
In-Reply-To: <4333f8140908172057o632d2fdchba15c3dbd40b4466@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4333f8140908172057o632d2fdchba15c3dbd40b4466@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5276DDCA-C58A-4C7F-A04C-24A23AC4344F@me.com>

There  is a '76 Jensen GT and a 73 Jensen Healey available in San  
Diego, asking $12K for both.

Contact information on request - I have no vested interest.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 17, 2009, at 8:57 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote:

> http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1316873961.html
>
> Again, NFI, etc.
> Hal
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 19 12:34:52 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:34:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
In-Reply-To: <5276DDCA-C58A-4C7F-A04C-24A23AC4344F@me.com>
Message-ID: <866374.63775.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I've always had a perverse interest in the Jensen GT, despite Donal Healey
reportedly saying, "Thank God they took my name off it!'

--- On Wed, 8/19/09, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

From: Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 2:20 PM

There  is a '76 Jensen GT and a 73 Jensen Healey available in San 
Diego, asking $12K for both.

Contact information on request - I have no vested interest.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 17, 2009, at 8:57 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote:

> http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1316873961.html
>
> Again, NFI, etc.
> Hal
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From bkitterer at mac.com  Wed Aug 19 12:39:10 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:39:10 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
In-Reply-To: <866374.63775.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <866374.63775.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <F6AAD5D6-1F23-4A4B-B55F-C6DBDB99D927@mac.com>

Anyone interested can see the ad by going to www.sdhealey.org and  
selecting any of the recent newsletter, ads are on the next to last  
page.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 19, 2009, at 11:34 AM, HealeyRick wrote:

> I've always had a perverse interest in the Jensen GT, despite Donal  
> Healey reportedly saying, "Thank God they took my name off it!'
>
> -

From millerls at ado13.com  Wed Aug 19 13:19:05 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:19:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars,
 imports and the Westfield XI (in  California)
In-Reply-To: <402188520908190653o3973496an358006a4143b54b1@mail.gmail.com>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
	<402188520908190653o3973496an358006a4143b54b1@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <37F61430-FE94-4388-927E-618221BFD1E1@ado13.com>

The great state  of California issues 500 vin numbers each year to kit  
car builders. We  got one 3 years ago when we first built the Byers  
Volvo Special. You just keep applying each year until you get one.

Larry

On Aug 19, 2009, at 6:53 AM, David Lieb wrote:

>> Call your local inspector for DMV, usually associated with the  
>> vehicle
> theft
>> division.  Tell him what you have in mind and ask how to do it  
>> smoothly and
>> legally.  When I called, the three tips were use only fully  
>> documented
>> parts, the more you change the easier case you have to get a custom  
>> title,
>> call again before you start because the law will have changed twice  
>> by
> then.
>> If the major parts do not have a clean title or ownership chain,  
>> you will
>> have a problem, and possibly no car.
>
> And emphasize that you are working at creating a cleaner, more
> efficient vehicle with a low carbon footprint ;-)
> David L
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From breton48 at live.com  Wed Aug 19 13:40:14 2009
From: breton48 at live.com (JLC)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:40:14 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Kit cars, imports and the Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <402188520908190946n26bb24aapc26f2234d3331887@mail.gmail.com>
References: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W27BAB735D09D176AB49B62B8FE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190535h718d48c8tec11c76a4fa6c511@mail.gmail.com>
	<B6025485373048DAB86CE5FB23DE9E69@AndrewHP>
	<COL107-DS229729D315FBB981505D17AFFE0@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908190946n26bb24aapc26f2234d3331887@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <COL107-DS11C8AE68E90F3BD5624901AFFE0@phx.gbl>

David L wrote:
For those of you not well versed in Peter Egan literature, he arranged
for Road & Track magazine to acquire one of the first Westfield XI
kits, complete with Spridget drivetrain, so that he and the R&T crew
could scramble to assemble it in 3 weeks or so and then he and Barbara
drove it from LA to Elkhart Lake to see the June Sprints. Back then it
was not an issue to build one in California...
-----------------------------

Still not a problem with the SB100 bill. A few years ago, a California
politician got annoyed as he had problems with the DMV when he tried to
register his Cobra replica, so he had this SB100  bill passed. Only problem
is that a very limited number of these are available each year, and they are
gone very quickly! Many so-called "1962 (or 1963, or 1967 etc) Lotus seven
Replica" have been registered that way, and do not required emission
testing.

If the vehicle is a pre-1976  model, Kit car or not, it is emission exempt
in CA, and no other testing is required. 

JLC 

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 19 15:37:04 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:37:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Westfield XI
In-Reply-To: <832698.62947.qm@web50612.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <711308.82125.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

It has been a few years, but I've seen Westy XI's tagged and on the road in
Alabama and Tennessee and Florida.  Rules vary from state to state on kit
cars, some allowing wide ranging registrations, some basically forbidding
them.  If nothing else, register it as the rustbucket Midget or Sprite you
acquire with the drivetrain.  Just make sure you remove and properly mount the
VIN plates. You think anybody at your local DMV really knows or cares what a
MG Midget looks like?
 - David

From soavero at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 19 16:10:12 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:10:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <4A8C3FFB.4010803@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <718174.28904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Wed, 8/19/09, Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com> wrote:
> As 'Hopper WILL tell ANYBODY<G>,  eeZbleed is
> the ONLY thing
> to use on brakes !!!

Yup. I would, however, recommend considering one with a hand pump rather than
the spare tire. Same price, if not less, and more easily portable.

Ron

From spritenut at comcast.net  Wed Aug 19 17:03:58 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:03:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <718174.28904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <718174.28904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A8C84DE.2020201@comcast.net>

Ron Soave wrote:
> --- On Wed, 8/19/09, Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com> wrote:
>   
>> As 'Hopper WILL tell ANYBODY<G>,  eeZbleed is
>> the ONLY thing
>> to use on brakes !!!
>>     
>
> Yup. I would, however, recommend considering one with a hand pump rather than
> the spare tire. Same price, if not less, and more easily portable.
>
>
>   
Then again the Mac Tools one man brake bleeder that you hook to a 
compressor and flip a lever works REAL nice.
It's great having a future son in law in the auto mechanics business. He 
gave me this for Christmas.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From sales at justbrits.com  Wed Aug 19 18:33:11 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:33:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <718174.28904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <718174.28904.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A8C99C7.1020309@justbrits.com>

<<Yup. I would, however, recommend considering one with a 
hand pump rather than the spare tire.>>

For "static" situations, I would have to disagree<VBEG>!!!

<< Same price, if not less, and more easily portable.>>

BUT and especially in YOUR (racers) situation I CAN see
your point, Ron.

What if you 'created/added' a "T" (spare AND hand pump) 
and/or (as Frank mentions) a "TRI" (spare AND hand pump
AND one for compressor) set-up up-stream from the 'switch' 
(on/off)??

After all, outside of BFH there is NO "perfect" tool<G>!!

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 19 19:18:22 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 01:18:22 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] FW:  Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
In-Reply-To: <F6AAD5D6-1F23-4A4B-B55F-C6DBDB99D927@mac.com>
References: <866374.63775.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<F6AAD5D6-1F23-4A4B-B55F-C6DBDB99D927@mac.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W24739B89CFAB893BDB0B46B8FD0@phx.gbl>

there's a Jenson Interceptor in the Canadian AutoTrader.  45K  Around Toronto,
I'm guessing.

> From: bkitterer at mac.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:39:10 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty good
>
> Anyone interested can see the ad by going to www.sdhealey.org and
> selecting any of the recent newsletter, ads are on the next to last
> page.
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
> 2000 Miata Special Edition
>
> On Aug 19, 2009, at 11:34 AM, HealeyRick wrote:
>
> > I've always had a perverse interest in the Jensen GT, despite Donal
> > Healey reportedly saying, "Thank God they took my name off it!'
> >
> > -

From kgrowler at gmail.com  Wed Aug 19 21:04:00 2009
From: kgrowler at gmail.com (Kim Tonry)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:04:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Innocenti Article
Message-ID: <b3edb28c0908192004u58509cdco280b6cc73fbebe4e@mail.gmail.com>

Just want to make sure Jay has seen the Innocenti article in the August
issue of Thoroughbred & Classic cars. I picked up a copy on the local news
stand over the weekend. First time I've ever seen photographs of the coupe
version, a '66 White LHD. Very nice looking!
Kim Tonry
Downers Grove, IL U.S.A.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Aug 19 21:15:08 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:15:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Innocenti Article
In-Reply-To: <b3edb28c0908192004u58509cdco280b6cc73fbebe4e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <833828.94202.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Thank you Kim. Yes I was aware of it as well as a sister article on the same set of cars that was in Auto Italia.

The coupe is interesting. Actually the "regular" Spider is an interesting "Sprite. It is almost 6" wider and quite "modern" for it's time. You know you're driving a Sprite, but one with a bit more room and creature comforts.

Mine has a fresh 1275 in it with a genuine Gold Seal ribcase box I got from fellow lister Jim Rogers some years ago. Thankfully the rains have subsided, so I am able to enjoy the car.

Thanks again for the heads-up.

PS Ed at Just Brits also has the earlier T&CC article on the Innocenti posted on his website.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
61 Innocenti Spider
63 Pink Sprite
73 Morris Mini Van
--- On Wed, 8/19/09, Kim Tonry <kgrowler at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Kim Tonry <kgrowler at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Innocenti Article
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 11:04 PM

Just want to make sure Jay has seen the Innocenti article in the August
issue of Thoroughbred & Classic cars. I picked up a copy on the local news
stand over the weekend. First time I've ever seen photographs of the coupe
version, a '66 White LHD. Very nice looking!

From soavero at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 19 21:19:55 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:19:55 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Brake "Tools"
In-Reply-To: <4A8C99C7.1020309@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <404619.53547.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Wed, 8/19/09, Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com> wrote:
> BUT and especially in YOUR (racers) situation I CAN see
> your point, Ron.
> 
> What if you 'created/added' a "T" (spare AND hand pump)
> and/or (as Frank mentions) a "TRI" (spare AND hand pump
> AND one for compressor) set-up up-stream from the 'switch'
> (on/off)??

Doable!

Ron

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Thu Aug 20 11:09:44 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:09:44 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] anyone near Greentown PA that can go look at something
	for me?
Message-ID: <1909965228.1784611250788184883.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Kevin? phil?B  I found a car I would like to get looked at before I drive the
2 + hours to find out that the paints the only thing holding it together.

Let me know.

Thanks,

Ryan

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Thu Aug 20 13:45:42 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:45:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <48720d20908201228s46f24817j1664a2a7144d46ff@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20908201228s46f24817j1664a2a7144d46ff@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8DA7E6.4030901@wi.net>

You're right.  My SPRITE and MGA discs don't work on my 2 computers with 
Vista.  They DO work on the old computer with XP.
As Gilbert Gottfried would say, "Son of a Bitch!".
Sigh. Progress.

Dave W.



Jack Feldman wrote:
> I picked up a copy of the MGC Manuals disk at the MGC gathering. I can't get
> it to work. I can get through the ;menus, but when I try to open one of the
> manual files I get the hour glass for about7 seconds, then nothing. I
> downloaded the latest version of Adobe Acrobat. Foxit just gave an error
> message when trying to open the files.
>
> A call to Moss reveled they no longer sell them. It may be because they
> aren't well made, or that *they don't work with Vista.
> *
> If you do get a copy, be sure you can return it.
>
> Jack
>
>   
 don't work

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Thu Aug 20 13:49:25 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:49:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] [Healeys] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
Message-ID: <4A8DA8C5.3020203@wi.net>

Wow!  Instant follow-up.  Apparently and existing problem.
Dave W.

Jody Kerr wrote:
> > Jack,
> >
> > Are you running Windows Vista? There's a known issue where the
> > software won't work on the Vista platform. You have to use Windows XP
> > or earlier to make them work.
> >
> > Jody

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 14:15:13 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:15:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <4A8DA7E6.4030901@wi.net>
References: <48720d20908201228s46f24817j1664a2a7144d46ff@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8DA7E6.4030901@wi.net>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908201315r45bcf58w2c00b4c8fc59e182@mail.gmail.com>

Another case of inferior code and superior marketing.  Try Linux....    ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim...

P.S. Dave - are you coming to RA next month?

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 2:45 PM, Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:

> You're right.  My SPRITE and MGA discs don't work on my 2 computers with
> Vista.  They DO work on the old computer with XP.
> As Gilbert Gottfried would say, "Son of a Bitch!".
> Sigh. Progress.
>
> Dave W.
>
>
>
> Jack Feldman wrote:
>
>> I picked up a copy of the MGC Manuals disk at the MGC gathering. I can't
>> get
>> it to work. I can get through the ;menus, but when I try to open one of
>> the
>> manual files I get the hour glass for about7 seconds, then nothing. I
>> downloaded the latest version of Adobe Acrobat. Foxit just gave an error
>> message when trying to open the files.
>>
>> A call to Moss reveled they no longer sell them. It may be because they
>> aren't well made, or that *they don't work with Vista.
>> *
>> If you do get a copy, be sure you can return it.
>>
>> Jack
>>
>>
>>
> don't work
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Cheers!!
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sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 14:20:33 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:20:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908201315r45bcf58w2c00b4c8fc59e182@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20908201228s46f24817j1664a2a7144d46ff@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8DA7E6.4030901@wi.net>
	<43840a7e0908201315r45bcf58w2c00b4c8fc59e182@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908201320k547885b4m28275375410c8f3f@mail.gmail.com>

> Another case of inferior code and superior marketing.  Try Linux....    ;-)

Jim,
It is more likely another case of trying to protect the product and
succeeding to the point that it is no longer functional. The Heritage
CDs use PDF files, but they use a protection scheme that insists on
having the original CD in the drive. This is nice in that it allows
you to copy the files to a hard drive and enjoy better performance,
but, since it does not work with Vista, the life-cycle of the product
has been severely reduced. I suppose I could get some cheap ones
now...
David L

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Thu Aug 20 15:59:02 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:59:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

This has got to be the Rodney Dangerfield of LBCs. I bought one for a
song in the 70's after they bellied-up. It had its "teething problems"
but, once sorted, it was a fast comfortable British car. Ok, it had a
funny snout, and it was a bit bland in side view from the A-pillar
forward, on the other hand it had British charm in that it was built
from a mish-mash of parts bins-Chrysler-UK this, Lotus that, a touch of
Stromberg, a dash of SU... and a real pretty rear quarter-- much nicer
than the similarly styled TR6. You really can't compare it with an SP250
or some of the other peculiar styling exercises to come from "the Olde
Sod." I'd easily pay 1500, maybe 2 bills, for a nice one today. Okay,
maybe a tad more...

...just my 'pinion, 'course...

-JohnD



Message: 4

Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:34:52 -0700 (PDT)

From: HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com>

Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Or a Jensen Healey for $2800. Looks pretty

      good

To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>, Kitterer Bob

      <bkitterer at me.com>

Message-ID: <866374.63775.qm at web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"



I've always had a perverse interest in the Jensen GT, despite Donal
Healey reportedly saying, "Thank God they took my name off it!'

From soavero at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 20 16:01:59 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:01:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <229175.15739.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Thu, 8/20/09, Deikis, John G <John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:
> but, once sorted, it was a fast comfortable British car.
> Ok, it had a
> funny snout, and it was a bit bland in side view from the
> A-pillar
> forward, on the other hand it had British charm in that it

John, 

Did you have it long enough for it to catch fire?

Ron

From daredelvis at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 16:08:08 2009
From: daredelvis at gmail.com (brian james)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:08:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <531383560908201508p2912932cr49c2c4667f12bd9a@mail.gmail.com>

I am still kicking around the idea of adding getting a Jensen-Healey.
I sold my XJ-S last year, and I am having withdrawals for a second
(running) LBC to keep my 20+ year Bugeye project company. It is down
to one of these, or a mini. After the dealing with the fuel injected
V-12 I figure I can keep up on the Lotus preventative maintenance. Of
course, having a second A-series to tinker with would be fun too.

On a side note, are my messages getting to the list? I have not seen
the last few I have sent.
Thanks,
Brian

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Deikis, John G<John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:
> This has got to be the Rodney Dangerfield of LBCs. I bought one for a
> song in the 70's after they bellied-up. It had its "teething problems"
> but, once sorted, it was a fast comfortable British car. Ok, it had a
> funny snout, and it was a bit bland in side view from the A-pillar
> forward, on the other hand it had British charm in that it was built
> from a mish-mash of parts bins-Chrysler-UK this, Lotus that, a touch of
> Stromberg, a dash of SU... and a real pretty rear quarter-- much nicer
> than the similarly styled TR6. You really can't compare it with an SP250
> or some of the other peculiar styling exercises to come from "the Olde
> Sod." I'd easily pay 1500, maybe 2 bills, for a nice one today. Okay,
> maybe a tad more...
>
> ...just my 'pinion, 'course...
>
> -JohnD

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Thu Aug 20 16:12:14 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:12:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

I need a small amount of adhesive that will be impervious to gasoline.
Like Sta-Bond. But I don't need a $25 tin of it. Anybody know of
something commonly available that I can buy off the street?

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Thu Aug 20 17:04:16 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:04:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <67863A3046B145EA8E9BCB3EC885F9FC@MAINCOMPUTER>

What about JB Weld?



J
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Deikis, John G" <John.Deikis at va.gov>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 6:12 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond


>I need a small amount of adhesive that will be impervious to gasoline.
> Like Sta-Bond. But I don't need a $25 tin of it. Anybody know of
> something commonly available that I can buy off the street?
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From d.swanson at earthlink.net  Thu Aug 20 17:29:35 2009
From: d.swanson at earthlink.net (Dean Swanson)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:29:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
Message-ID: <3000E187B4DA4CB383BC2C09F797B82D@HomeComputer>

Wow, you guys really have modern computers out in your garages...do you have
networks out there too?

 

>> A call to Moss reveled they no longer sell them. It may be because 

>> they aren't well made, or that *they don't work with Vista.

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 17:43:48 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:43:48 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908201643k6b2249c2j4e9b6d2ba59246d3@mail.gmail.com>

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Deikis, John G<John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:
> Stromberg, a dash of SU... and a real pretty rear quarter-- much nicer
> than the similarly styled TR6. You really can't compare it with an SP250

It's been quite a number of years since I've seen a Jensen Healey -
but I don't recall ever looking at one hard enough to see a
resemblance to the (very nicely styled IMHO) TR6.

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Thu Aug 20 17:53:23 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:53:23 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908201643k6b2249c2j4e9b6d2ba59246d3@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<8de85a9c0908201643k6b2249c2j4e9b6d2ba59246d3@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922289@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

Look at the rear of both cars.
The TR6 is one of the nicest designs the Brits ever bought, but it
suffered from having to be fit to an old narrow chassis giving it a
"styled shoe box" appearance. Imagine the TR with a little more width or
a little less height.
 Could be the eye of the beholder.


-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Foster [mailto:tr3.4.me at gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 7:44 PM
To: Deikis, John G
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Deikis, John G<John.Deikis at va.gov>
wrote:
> Stromberg, a dash of SU... and a real pretty rear quarter-- much nicer

> than the similarly styled TR6. You really can't compare it with an
> SP250

It's been quite a number of years since I've seen a Jensen Healey - but
I don't recall ever looking at one hard enough to see a resemblance to
the (very nicely styled IMHO) TR6.

From eric.t.cartman at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 18:16:36 2009
From: eric.t.cartman at gmail.com (Greg Gowins)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:16:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <3000E187B4DA4CB383BC2C09F797B82D@HomeComputer>
References: <3000E187B4DA4CB383BC2C09F797B82D@HomeComputer>
Message-ID: <d6f30eca0908201716t3d876ff9m2f8d56f7b1725826@mail.gmail.com>

Well, I do have a 22U rack full of servers and switches in a room off
of my garage. <grin>

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 6:29 PM, Dean Swanson<d.swanson at earthlink.net> wrote:
> Wow, you guys really have modern computers out in your garages...do you have
> networks out there too?

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Thu Aug 20 18:38:07 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:38:07 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
In-Reply-To: <1987555502.625991250558865974.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <2147240888.1964561250815087678.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

So i connected a new ground wire from the tach retentioner? to the dashboard securing bracket between the frame that I sanded free of paint and the dash support on the screw. No change. the tach still bounces occasionally and the car sputters and then catches and is reflected in the tach. not always but not something I would take on a ride outside the neighborhood. he more concerning thing is the appearance on the tach that the car is racing to 5000rpms on occasion. 
Since I am a newby at the wonders of lucas wiring any tip that i could try next? 

Could it be the new points i put in 2 months ago are already going bad? 

ryan 



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "ryan kubanoff" <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> 
To: "Jim Proefrock" <proefrock at comcast.net> 
Cc: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 9:27:45 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues 

Maybe I was premature with my comment about the car running fine. Driving home it sputtered a few times 4 at highway speed but the tach was still kind of bouncing back and forth especially when i shifted from 2nd to 3rd or 3rd to 4th it would slam over to 7k and then back to around 2800 no i wasn't riding the clutch. It didn't do it every time but a lot of the time. 

could this still be a ground issue? the distributor is in tight and a the right position so any other ideas? could my oil leak into the cylinder be causing this? 
Thanks 
ryan 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Proefrock" <proefrock at comcast.net> 
To: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 3:43:09 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues 

On Aug 17, 2009, at 2:02 PM, Frank wrote: 

> The tach probably has a dirty ground, I have seen this a few times. 
> Since they only ground via the thumb screw that holds it in, a new 
> (extra) ground from the body of the tach to a screw in the body 
> does wonders. 

And, if proper grounding *doesn't* work, it'll continue to read 
erratically, work for a while, quit for a while, then work again, for 
an indefinite period of time, then eventually fail completely. At 
least that's what mine did ('72 Midget). I got a used tach from the 
parts stash of one of our list members (thanks again, Monty!) that 
works perfectly. They also show up from time to time on eBay. Just 
make sure you match the numbers on the face to get the correct 
replacement, should you need one. 

Jim 
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From daredelvis at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 18:42:17 2009
From: daredelvis at gmail.com (brian james)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:42:17 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <000d01ca2166$1f424ce0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<531383560908201508p2912932cr49c2c4667f12bd9a@mail.gmail.com>
	<000d01ca2166$1f424ce0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <531383560908201742u20990d2exed7722f14252c6ed@mail.gmail.com>

Is the Jensen as bad as the Jag V-12 in that respect? You should have
seen the injector lines when I bought that car.  I was lucky to make
it through the 2 mile test drive. I must say, other then fiddly little
electrical problems and decaying vacuum lines, that was a very
reliable car. The only time the Jag did not start I was able to fix it
by shifting from drive into park, and that only took me ten minutes to
figure out.

Brian

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 2:16 AM, Paul Asgeirsson<PAsgeirsson at att.net> wrote:
> I'm getting them!  Even if they're coming from a guy who believes in self
> emolation!  LOL!
>
> Later, Paul A
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "brian james" <daredelvis at gmail.com>
> To: "Deikis, John G" <John.Deikis at va.gov>
> Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 3:08 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
>
>
>> I am still kicking around the idea of adding getting a Jensen-Healey.
>> I sold my XJ-S last year, and I am having withdrawals for a second
>> (running) LBC to keep my 20+ year Bugeye project company. It is down
>> to one of these, or a mini. After the dealing with the fuel injected
>> V-12 I figure I can keep up on the Lotus preventative maintenance. Of
>> course, having a second A-series to tinker with would be fun too.
>>
>> On a side note, are my messages getting to the list? I have not seen
>> the last few I have sent.
>> Thanks,
>> Brian
>>
>> On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Deikis, John G<John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:
>> > This has got to be the Rodney Dangerfield of LBCs. I bought one for a
>> > song in the 70's after they bellied-up. It had its "teething problems"
>> > but, once sorted, it was a fast comfortable British car. Ok, it had a
>> > funny snout, and it was a bit bland in side view from the A-pillar
>> > forward, on the other hand it had British charm in that it was built
>> > from a mish-mash of parts bins-Chrysler-UK this, Lotus that, a touch of
>> > Stromberg, a dash of SU... and a real pretty rear quarter-- much nicer
>> > than the similarly styled TR6. You really can't compare it with an SP250
>> > or some of the other peculiar styling exercises to come from "the Olde
>> > Sod." I'd easily pay 1500, maybe 2 bills, for a nice one today. Okay,
>> > maybe a tad more...
>> >
>> > ...just my 'pinion, 'course...
>> >
>> > -JohnD
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Thu Aug 20 19:20:09 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:20:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <4A8DF649.3000402@comcast.net>

Deikis, John G wrote:
> I need a small amount of adhesive that will be impervious to gasoline.
> Like Sta-Bond. But I don't need a $25 tin of it. Anybody know of
> something commonly available that I can buy off the street?
> _______________________________________________
>
>   
I have used Phenoseal caulk to seal gas tank leaks, it's a water based 
adhesive caulk available at hardware and major home improvement stores.
Comes in a few colors too.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Thu Aug 20 19:47:46 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <3000E187B4DA4CB383BC2C09F797B82D@HomeComputer>
References: <3000E187B4DA4CB383BC2C09F797B82D@HomeComputer>
Message-ID: <7957F1A5B0D34226AE41E0DAFD6FE25D@BASEMENTDELL>

Not to brag or whatever, but beyond the Sprite, I constantly refer to a PC
in the garage wired to the rest of the house.  It's a big timesaver with
cleaning up and running back and forth.  I'm always on there loading BMW,
Saturn, or some other diagrams while I work on stuff.

I chose the wired route due to existing infrastructure and materials at
hand.   

Also, there are ways to run XP on Vista, and in Windows 7 there is an XP
emulator.  Ping me off list if you need a few leads.

Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dean Swanson
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 6:30 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [Mgs] Beware Heritage Trust Manuals on CD

Wow, you guys really have modern computers out in your garages...do you have
networks out there too?

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 20:04:14 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:04:14 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922289@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<8de85a9c0908201643k6b2249c2j4e9b6d2ba59246d3@mail.gmail.com>
	<E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922289@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908201904h1af3d282v2a5a19f8b90745d8@mail.gmail.com>

On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 6:53 PM, Deikis, John G<John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:
> Look at the rear of both cars.
> The TR6 is one of the nicest designs the Brits ever bought, but it
> suffered from having to be fit to an old narrow chassis giving it a
> "styled shoe box" appearance. Imagine the TR with a little more width or
> a little less height.
>  Could be the eye of the beholder.

I just Googled and found a few rear shots of the Jensen Healey.  I see
what you mean now!

I personally still favor the TR6 but as you said "eye of the beholder" ...

I drive a Pontiac Aztek too though if that says anything!
http://images.cars.com/stock/470x314/233632.jpg

Hey, don't laugh.  At least it's it's not an El Camino.  (Big Evil Grin)

From bogodwin at bellsouth.net  Thu Aug 20 20:17:53 2009
From: bogodwin at bellsouth.net (bogodwin)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 22:17:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922285@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <003501ca2205$97ee7b10$c7cb7130$@net>

Try JB Weld.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Deikis, John G
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 6:12 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Sta-Bond

I need a small amount of adhesive that will be impervious to gasoline.
Like Sta-Bond. But I don't need a $25 tin of it. Anybody know of
something commonly available that I can buy off the street?
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From sales at justbrits.com  Thu Aug 20 20:28:15 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:28:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jensen Healey
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908201904h1af3d282v2a5a19f8b90745d8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922284@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<8de85a9c0908201643k6b2249c2j4e9b6d2ba59246d3@mail.gmail.com>
	<E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9402922289@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<8de85a9c0908201904h1af3d282v2a5a19f8b90745d8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8E063F.3000806@justbrits.com>

<<  At least it's it's not an El Camino.  >>

At LEAST my 1970 Elky MADE it to LoTLs UNLIKE
some other rides (even a BUTT-UGLY Aztek) which are
located a couple HUNDRED miles CLOSER !!!

<Bigger Eviler GRIN>

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Aug 21 07:25:18 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:25:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
In-Reply-To: <2147240888.1964561250815087678.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westc
	hester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1987555502.625991250558865974.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<2147240888.1964561250815087678.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <200908210625870.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

The tach problem can be indicative (since it's an indicatOR) of a low 
tension ignition problem. Check that the oft-frayed wire from the low 
tension lead on the distributor to the points is solid, that the 
condenser and LT lead are properly connected to the points spring, 
yet completely isolated from the points post or plate. Also check 
that the wire from the coil to the LT lead connector on the 
distributor is not loose or frayed.  All of these are common 
ailments, and easily rectified.
         Peter C
==
At 07:38 PM 8/20/2009, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote:
>So i connected a new ground wire from the tach retentioner? to the 
>dashboard securing bracket between the frame that I sanded free of 
>paint and the dash support on the screw. No change. the tach still 
>bounces occasionally and the car sputters and then catches and is 
>reflected in the tach. not always but not something I would take on 
>a ride outside the neighborhood. he more concerning thing is the 
>appearance on the tach that the car is racing to 5000rpms on occasion.
>Since I am a newby at the wonders of lucas wiring any tip that i 
>could try next?
>
>Could it be the new points i put in 2 months ago are already going bad?
>
>ryan

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Fri Aug 21 07:57:49 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:57:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Dashpot oil consumption
In-Reply-To: <200908210625870.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <1987555502.625991250558865974.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<2147240888.1964561250815087678.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<200908210625870.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <8F078C355CC444A5979C88EA788F2E56@Home>

My 1275 dashpots eat oil like maple syrup.  Is this normal, or does it 
indicate a problem?

When the oil gets low I have a noticeable decrease in accelleration and some 
missing. so it is clear that this engine likes to run richer.  Since I think 
the jets are set about right based on the color of the plugs, it makes me 
wonder why people put light oil in the dashpots, which will reduce the 
duration of the richening on accelleration.

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY 

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Fri Aug 21 09:03:55 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:03:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
Message-ID: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>

My hand brake cable  is stretched out to the limit if its adjustment, but otherwise appears to be fine.  Frank has said the new Chinese ones stretch out instantly, as well.  What is the solution?  Does it make sense to try to  rig some kind of spacer?

A thought:  My car is made of misc. parts.  Is there a difference in the length of the rods for later models?  The VB catalogue lists A, B, and C parts, but there is no indication of the differences.

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 21 09:32:39 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:32:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Dashpot oil consumption
In-Reply-To: <8F078C355CC444A5979C88EA788F2E56@Home>
References: <1987555502.625991250558865974.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<2147240888.1964561250815087678.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<200908210625870.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<8F078C355CC444A5979C88EA788F2E56@Home>
Message-ID: <4A8EBE17.7020508@comcast.net>

Michael Rowe wrote:
> My 1275 dashpots eat oil like maple syrup.  Is this normal, or does it 
> indicate a problem?
>
> When the oil gets low I have a noticeable decrease in accelleration 
> and some missing. so it is clear that this engine likes to run 
> richer.  Since I think the jets are set about right based on the color 
> of the plugs, it makes me wonder why people put light oil in the 
> dashpots, which will reduce the duration of the richening on 
> accelleration.
>
Do not fill them all the way up to the top.
Just to the top of the piston stem inside. If you fill them all the way 
up, raise the piston by hand, this will exspell any excess oil as it 
will squirt out the vent hole in the black dashpot cap.
20 wt is good in the summer.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 21 09:35:09 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:35:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
Message-ID: <4A8EBEAD.5000205@comcast.net>

Michael Rowe wrote:
> My hand brake cable  is stretched out to the limit if its adjustment, but otherwise appears to be fine.  Frank has said the new Chinese ones stretch out instantly, as well.  What is the solution?  Does it make sense to try to  rig some kind of spacer?
>
> A thought:  My car is made of misc. parts.  Is there a difference in the length of the rods for later models?  The VB catalogue lists A, B, and C parts, but there is no indication of the differences.
>
>   
1/4 leafs used one rod, 1/2 leafs used another, and 1500s used a cable 
across the rear axle.
All the E brake cables are the same. I find NOS cables on Ebay all the time.
But I do have one that was in the Holy Sprite for damn near a whole week ;)


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Fri Aug 21 09:37:18 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:37:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
Message-ID: <336b001ca2275$442b5910$116a010a@mail2world.com>

The 1500's only had the cable across the back for '78-'79. '77 and
earlier used rods like the 1275.


Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Frank [spritenut at comcast.net]
Sent: 8/21/2009 11:36:09 AM
To: mdrowe at optonline.net
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable 

Michael Rowe wrote: 
> My hand brake cable is stretched out to the limit if its adjustment,
but otherwise appears to be fine. Frank has said the new Chinese ones
stretch out instantly, as well. What is the solution? Does it make sense
to try to rig some kind of spacer? 
> 
> A thought: My car is made of misc. parts. Is there a difference in the
length of the rods for later models? The VB catalogue lists A, B, and C
parts, but there is no indication of the differences. 
> 
> 
1/4 leafs used one rod, 1/2 leafs used another, and 1500s used a cable 
across the rear axle. 
All the E brake cables are the same. I find NOS cables on Ebay all the
time. 
But I do have one that was in the Holy Sprite for damn near a whole week
;) 


-- 
Frank Clarici 
Toms River, NJ 
My own Fleet of Sprites 
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 21 10:28:10 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:28:10 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
Message-ID: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>

I was browsing the internet to get an idea of what I could sell my Colt King
Cobra ~6" .357 revolver for and was somewhat pleasantly surprised to find that
it seems to be somewhat of a collectors' item.



Does anyone have any idea of the best way to sell it?



Thanks!

RD

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 21 10:45:17 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:45:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <674038.89406.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Quietly to a close friend? 
 


--- On Fri, 8/21/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:


From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, August 21, 2009, 11:28 AM


I was browsing the internet to get an idea of what I could sell my Colt King
Cobra ~6" .357 revolver for and was somewhat pleasantly surprised to find
that
it seems to be somewhat of a collectors' item.



Does anyone have any idea of the best way to sell it?



Thanks!

RD
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From kk7ss at verizon.net  Fri Aug 21 10:50:42 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:50:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <674038.89406.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>,
	<674038.89406.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A8ED062.32591.994368@kk7ss.verizon.net>

But definitely *NOT* to her husband...,.  ;-))


On 21 Aug 2009 at 9:45, David Booker wrote:

>> Quietly to a close friend? 

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From jdinnis at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 10:54:27 2009
From: jdinnis at gmail.com (John Innis)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:54:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <abb8688a0908210954j7eaebce0g4bb8ba943ffc86ef@mail.gmail.com>

If you have a good local gun shop, that would be my first choice.  You
may not gut full market value for it, but it does keep the transaction
on the up-and-up.  Personally I have never been able to part with a
gun, so the idea of selling one seems odd to me.

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:28 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> I was browsing the internet to get an idea of what I could sell my Colt
King
> Cobra ~6" .357 revolver for and was somewhat pleasantly surprised to find
that
> it seems to be somewhat of a collectors' item.
>
>
>
> Does anyone have any idea of the best way to sell it?
>
>
>
> Thanks!
>
> RD
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 11:00:56 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:00:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908211000h2c1b1332m373e7f316aece433@mail.gmail.com>

Robert,

You'd better check Canadian firearms transfer laws. You may find it very
difficult to privately sell or buy a firearm. A firearms dealer is probably
your best bet. In the end, what you get for the gun will be what the buyer
will pay regardless of what the "market" indicates. Take it to a collector
or gun show where people deal in firearms regularly. They will know how to
work with the restricitve laws and probably give you your best deal legally.


I sold an identical gun years ago. Wish I hadn't. No way would I go through
the BS of buying yours and trying to bring it legally out of Canada and into
the US.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:28 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> I was browsing the internet to get an idea of what I could sell my Colt
> King
> Cobra ~6" .357 revolver for and was somewhat pleasantly surprised to find
> that
> it seems to be somewhat of a collectors' item.
>
>
>
> Does anyone have any idea of the best way to sell it?
>
>
>
> Thanks!
>
> RD
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From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 21 11:10:32 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:10:32 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?
Message-ID: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK, I've been trying to figure out what kind of cam I have....some have asked me what it is when timing/tuning this and I'm not sure.  The machinist said it was a "street/perf" cam, but I cannot confirm this because I can't interpret what the numbers below mean.  Can someone please translate this for me?



----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com" <JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com>
To: eap2140 at yahoo.com
Sent: Wednesday, August 19, 2009 8:26:57 AM
Subject: Re: MG 1275 cam grind specs

From bkitterer at mac.com  Fri Aug 21 11:32:32 2009
From: bkitterer at mac.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:32:32 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>

Robert contact me off line.

Sorry to bomb the list.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 21 11:40:39 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:40:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?
In-Reply-To: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <799948.61497.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Looks like one of those Mini Mania blanks.

No data came thru -

--- On Fri, 8/21/09, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> OK, I've been trying to figure out
> what kind of cam I have....some have asked me what it is
> when timing/tuning this and I'm not sure.  The
> machinist said it was a "street/perf" cam, but I cannot
> confirm this because I can't interpret what the numbers
> below mean.  Can someone please translate this for me?
>
>
>
> ----- Forwarded Message ----
> From: "JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com"
> <JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com>
> To: eap2140 at yahoo.com
> Sent: Wednesday, August 19, 2009 8:26:57 AM
> Subject: Re: MG 1275 cam grind specs
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Aug 21 12:19:34 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:19:34 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
Message-ID: <53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>

There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a picture
of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem
<http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310123437431>
&item=310123437431

 

==================================================

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Michael Rowe
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 8:04 AM
To: spridgets List
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable

 

My hand brake cable  is stretched out to the limit if its adjustment, but
otherwise appears to be fine.  Frank has said the new Chinese ones stretch
out instantly, as well.  What is the solution?  Does it make sense to try to
rig some kind of spacer?

 

A thought:  My car is made of misc. parts.  Is there a difference in the
length of the rods for later models?  The VB catalogue lists A, B, and C
parts, but there is no indication of the differences.

 

Michael Rowe

'74 Midget

'60 Sprite kit

Long Island, NY

_______________________________________________

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Aug 21 12:22:12 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:22:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <abb8688a0908210954j7eaebce0g4bb8ba943ffc86ef@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W45B064C39FABD67C7AB310B8FC0@phx.gbl>
	<abb8688a0908210954j7eaebce0g4bb8ba943ffc86ef@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <10BB53D2ED254480B693AFE6BB816C2F@spider>

What he said. Also, if you ask local friends there will invariably be
someone who collects, repairs and deals in guns locally. ...bill in oregon
================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of John Innis
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 9:54 AM
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms

If you have a good local gun shop, that would be my first choice.  You
may not gut full market value for it, but it does keep the transaction
on the up-and-up.  Personally I have never been able to part with a
gun, so the idea of selling one seems odd to me.

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:28 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> I was browsing the internet to get an idea of what I could sell my Colt
King
> Cobra ~6" .357 revolver for and was somewhat pleasantly surprised to find
that
> it seems to be somewhat of a collectors' item.
>
>
>
> Does anyone have any idea of the best way to sell it?
>
>
>
> Thanks!
>
> RD
> _______________________________________________

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 12:33:47 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:33:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
Message-ID: <402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>

> There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a picture
> of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon

Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
pins? Anything else to make them from?
David L

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 21 12:48:40 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:48:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8EEC08.6040504@comcast.net>

David Lieb wrote:
>
> Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
> from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
> pins? Anything else to make them from?
> David L
>   
If you can hear those, your muffler is too quiet.
So turn up the radio!

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 21 12:55:15 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:55:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?
In-Reply-To: <4333f8140908211138k550af227rb3d0a62f1e58a748@mail.gmail.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 
	<4333f8140908211114q5a14a354w1917d751a0d38a60@mail.gmail.com> 
	<415888.22119.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 
	<4333f8140908211127q59ba1180i99db5a6e87e43c2b@mail.gmail.com> 
	<449024.25590.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4333f8140908211138k550af227rb3d0a62f1e58a748@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <489796.20095.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK, try this URL and use the magnifying glass at the top to enlarge it.  Not the best quality, but it's the best I can do right now....

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/3842709353/




________________________________
From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
To: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 11:38:03 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?

Ed,
I wasn't able to view anything.  If you can't cut and paste, you will have to post the picture to a web page and forward the link to the list.
Hal


On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:29 AM, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:

How is this?  There should be an attachment.
>
>
>
>
________________________________
From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
>To: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>
>Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 11:27:47 AM
>
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?
>
>
>>Ed,
>No attachments on the list.  Can you cut and paste?
>Hal
>
>
>On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 11:24 AM, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>AAAARRRGGH!  the pic did not forward.... I'll resend!
>>
>>
>>
>>
________________________________
 >>From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
>>To: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>
>>Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 11:14:31 AM
>>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MG 1275 cam grind specs - what do I have?
>>
>>
>>>>no data, means nothing to me!
>>Hal
>>
>>
>>On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 10:10 AM, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>>
>>>>>OK, I've been trying to figure out what kind of cam I have....some have asked me what it is when timing/tuning this and I'm not sure.  The machinist said it was a "street/perf" cam, but I cannot confirm this because I can't interpret what the numbers below mean.  Can someone please translate this for me?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>>>>----- Forwarded Message ----
>>>>>>From: "JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com" <JONNEYBLAZE69 at aol.com>
>>>>>>
>>>
>>>To: eap2140 at yahoo.com
>>>>>>Sent: Wednesday, August 19, 2009 8:26:57 AM
>>>>>>Subject: Re: MG 1275 cam grind specs
>>>>>>_______________________________________________
>>>>>>Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>
>>>>>>You are subscribed as frog.aye at gmail.com
>>>
>>>http://www.team.net/archive
>>>
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 13:19:51 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:19:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <4A8EEC08.6040504@comcast.net>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8EEC08.6040504@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <402188520908211219o2cf46446r479d0ad5cfe98cfe@mail.gmail.com>

> If you can hear those, your muffler is too quiet.
> So turn up the radio!

Stop dodging the question!
The timbre is such that it sneaks through the cracks (unless I am at
an -X- concert...)
David L

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 13:38:09 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:38:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <402188520908211219o2cf46446r479d0ad5cfe98cfe@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8EEC08.6040504@comcast.net>
	<402188520908211219o2cf46446r479d0ad5cfe98cfe@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908211238r2e6bf23cy3071123299901167@mail.gmail.com>

Develop selective hearing. My wife says men are good at it!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 2:19 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> > If you can hear those, your muffler is too quiet.
> > So turn up the radio!
>
> Stop dodging the question!
> The timbre is such that it sneaks through the cracks (unless I am at
> an -X- concert...)
> David L
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Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From conen at bellsouth.net  Fri Aug 21 14:48:56 2009
From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:48:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
Message-ID: <738245.13254.qm@web180205.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

gunbroker.com  and  gunsamerica.com  are online auction houses, similar to e-bay, that specialize in firearms.  I have not had any experience with them myself, but I know people like to look at them at least to see how much things are selling for. :-)
  Ed in NC

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 15:52:22 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:52:22 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <738245.13254.qm@web180205.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <738245.13254.qm@web180205.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908211452m61968faav37d08e0e84d72da7@mail.gmail.com>

Gotta buy through a FFL whatever you do....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 3:48 PM, Edmund Conen <conen at bellsouth.net> wrote:

> gunbroker.com  and  gunsamerica.com  are online auction houses, similar to
> e-bay, that specialize in firearms.  I have not had any experience with
them
> myself, but I know people like to look at them at least to see how much
> things are selling for. :-)
>  Ed in NC
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Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 21 15:56:27 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:56:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Haynes manuals
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP45771D0C2FFF782FA3D2CAB8FC0@phx.gbl>

-----Original Message-----

All of us probably have a Haynes manual lying around.  Here is an 
interesting interview with the founder of Haynes Manuals.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/8210144.stm

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Fri Aug 21 16:04:02 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:04:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
Message-ID: <4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>

Yes, me too Robert...please.

Dave W.



Kitterer Bob wrote:
> Robert contact me off line.
>
> Sorry to bomb the list.
>
> Bob Kitterer

From jdinnis at gmail.com  Fri Aug 21 16:07:30 2009
From: jdinnis at gmail.com (John Innis)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:07:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - firearms
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908211452m61968faav37d08e0e84d72da7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <738245.13254.qm@web180205.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<43840a7e0908211452m61968faav37d08e0e84d72da7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <abb8688a0908211507p8825f05k4ada5e6a2263f297@mail.gmail.com>

Depends on where you live.  Not sure about up North, but most of the
States allow sales between individuals within the same state.  From
State to state is a different matter, and an FFL is required unless
there is an inheritance or the like.  Some states do put additional
restrictions, so checking with a FFL or your local police is always a
good idea.

On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 4:52 PM, Jim Johnson<bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
> Gotta buy through a FFL whatever you do....
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 3:48 PM, Edmund Conen <conen at bellsouth.net> wrote:
>
>> gunbroker.com  and  gunsamerica.com  are online auction houses, similar to
>> e-bay, that specialize in firearms.  I have not had any experience with
> them
>> myself, but I know people like to look at them at least to see how much
>> things are selling for. :-)
>>  Ed in NC
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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>
>
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>  Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
> not
> sure about the former.  - Albert Einstein
> _______________________________________________
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=================================

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Fri Aug 21 16:10:38 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:10:38 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net>

Dave,

Yes I have.  Piece of cake, or leather.  Fairly thin pieces as you need 
2/side.  Rubber or nylon washers might work as well but leather was used 
to help retain a SMALL amount of oil (I use silicone spray.). 

Dave W.



David Lieb wrote:
>> There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a picture
>> of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon
>>     
>
> Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
> from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
> pins? Anything else to make them from?
> David L

From billmasq at hotmail.com  Fri Aug 21 18:23:59 2009
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:23:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com> 
	<4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net>
Message-ID: <BLU107-W26289FA03804608B23059ECAFB0@phx.gbl>

To quiet down those bars I slit two pieces of 1/4" OD Tygon tubing about 14"
long each, wrapped one around each bar and zip-tied them in-place. Knocked the
noise down some and made Tygon versions of the leather spacers. Pretty well
cut the noise out.
BillM

> Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:10:38 -0500
> From: dwoerpel at wi.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
>
> Dave,
>
> Yes I have.  Piece of cake, or leather.  Fairly thin pieces as you need
> 2/side.  Rubber or nylon washers might work as well but leather was used
> to help retain a SMALL amount of oil (I use silicone spray.).
>
> Dave W.
>
>
>
> David Lieb wrote:
> >> There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a
picture
> >> of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon
> >>
> >
> > Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
> > from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
> > pins? Anything else to make them from?
> > David L
> _______________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________
Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you.
http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_BackTo
School_Cashback_BTSCashback_1x1

From duncan at pondhop.com  Fri Aug 21 20:06:59 2009
From: duncan at pondhop.com (Duncan Sinclair)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:06:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net>
Message-ID: <023f01ca22cd$3c09b670$b41d2350$@com>

I tried to use the hardware store nylon washers when I assembled mine but
they were just a bit too thick to get two in there. I ended up using some
small pieces of felt. Will see how they last when this thing eventually gets
on the road.

Duncan


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 5:11 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable

Dave,

Yes I have.  Piece of cake, or leather.  Fairly thin pieces as you need 
2/side.  Rubber or nylon washers might work as well but leather was used 
to help retain a SMALL amount of oil (I use silicone spray.). 

Dave W.



David Lieb wrote:
>> There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a
picture
>> of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon
>>     
>
> Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
> from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
> pins? Anything else to make them from?
> David L
You are subscribed as duncan at pondhop.com

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From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Fri Aug 21 21:18:46 2009
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:18:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <023f01ca22cd$3c09b670$b41d2350$@com>
References: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
	<53F9437DFC804A468C9276A1584492F3@spider>
	<402188520908211133o40ad4983pae7b8a894f2ddd76@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A8F1B5E.9020309@wi.net> <023f01ca22cd$3c09b670$b41d2350$@com>
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Small rubber O-rings, been on mine for 8 years and still working great.

Dave


At 10:06 PM 8/21/2009, you wrote:
>I tried to use the hardware store nylon washers when I assembled mine but
>they were just a bit too thick to get two in there. I ended up using some
>small pieces of felt. Will see how they last when this thing eventually gets
>on the road.
>
>Duncan
>
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel
>Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 5:11 PM
>To: Spridgets
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
>
>Dave,
>
>Yes I have.  Piece of cake, or leather.  Fairly thin pieces as you need
>2/side.  Rubber or nylon washers might work as well but leather was used
>to help retain a SMALL amount of oil (I use silicone spray.).
>
>Dave W.
>
>
>
>David Lieb wrote:
> >> There are universal brake cable adjusters, if you have room. Take a
>picture
> >> of this into your FLAPS.  Bill in Oregon
> >>
> >
> > Speaking of handbrakes, I am getting tired of the jingle behind me
> > from the e-brake rods. Anyone made replacement leather washers for the
> > pins? Anything else to make them from?
> > David L

From lmacy at phillymgclub.com  Sat Aug 22 06:13:44 2009
From: lmacy at phillymgclub.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:13:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
Message-ID: <42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>

Me Three,

Can I assume we all have the same issue??

He accidentally dumped his address book to a certain "Social  
Networking" site?? I got several requests on different addy's I have  
used over the years.

DO NOT reply to that email. The site is pretty snarky. And they will  
suck up your address book, given half a chance. It happened to someone  
in our office a couple years ago.

Larry

On Aug 21, 2009, at 6:04 PM, Woerpel wrote:

> Yes, me too Robert...please.
>
> Dave W.
>
>
>
> Kitterer Bob wrote:
>> Robert contact me off line.
>>
>> Sorry to bomb the list.
>>
>> Bob Kitterer
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Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
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One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a  
parked car.

From millerls at ado13.com  Sat Aug 22 08:13:39 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:13:39 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
	<42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
Message-ID: <CA624157-AC2B-4289-93F5-B6A6666A9AC4@ado13.com>

Here also....

On Aug 22, 2009, at 5:13 AM, Larry Macy wrote:

> Me Three,

Larry Miller

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sat Aug 22 09:26:51 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:26:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
Message-ID: <1b0701ca233c$f8e27100$056a010a@mail2world.com>

So that's where that notice is coming from...


Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: Larry & Sandi Miller [millerls at ado13.com]
>Sent: 8/22/2009 10:15:39 AM
>To: lmacy at phillymgclub.com
>Cc: Spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
>
>Here also....
>
>On Aug 22, 2009, at 5:13 AM, Larry Macy wrote:
>
>> Me Three,
>
>Larry Miller

>.

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Sat Aug 22 18:36:36 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:36:36 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
In-Reply-To: <200908210625870.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Turned out that it was the points! Although i spaced them properly when I had the distributor out they manged to close enough to cause the to create this fiasco. And it was only when Frank came to rescue me on the side of the road that i found out the cause. Thanks again frank and to the others on the list for diagnosing suggestions. 
Ryan 



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Peter Caldwell" <peter@ nosimport .com> 
To: " ryan kubanoff " < ryan . kubanoff @comcast.net>, " Spridgets List" < spridgets @ autox .team.net> 
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 9:25:18 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern 
Subject: Re: [ Spridgets ] Gauge issues now with rough running! 

The tach problem can be indicative (since it's an indicatOR ) of a low 
tension ignition problem. Check that the oft-frayed wire from the low 
tension lead on the distributor to the points is solid, that the 
condenser and LT lead are properly connected to the points spring, 
yet completely isolated from the points post or plate. Also check 
that the wire from the coil to the LT lead connector on the 
distributor is not loose or frayed. All of these are common 
ailments, and easily rectified. 
Peter C 
== 
At 07:38 PM 8/20/2009, ryan . kubanoff @comcast.net wrote: 
>So i connected a new ground wire from the tach retentioner ? to the 
>dashboard securing bracket between the frame that I sanded free of 
>paint and the dash support on the screw. No change. the tach still 
>bounces occasionally and the car sputters and then catches and is 
>reflected in the tach . not always but not something I would take on 
>a ride outside the neighborhood. he more concerning thing is the 
>appearance on the tach that the car is racing to 5000rpms on occasion. 
>Since I am a newby at the wonders of lucas wiring any tip that i 
>could try next? 
> 
>Could it be the new points i put in 2 months ago are already going bad? 
> 
> ryan 

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Sat Aug 22 19:05:42 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 21:05:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
References: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>

Is Dr. Frank Making Road Servece/ House Calls now???

J
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net>
Cc: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 22, 2009 8:36 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!


> Turned out that it was the points! Although i spaced them properly when I 
> had the distributor out they manged to close enough to cause the to create 
> this fiasco. And it was only when Frank came to rescue me on the side of 
> the road that i found out the cause. Thanks again frank and to the others 
> on the list for diagnosing suggestions.
> Ryan
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Peter Caldwell" <peter@ nosimport .com>
> To: " ryan kubanoff " < ryan . kubanoff @comcast.net>, " Spridgets List" < 
> spridgets @ autox .team.net>
> Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 9:25:18 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
> Subject: Re: [ Spridgets ] Gauge issues now with rough running!
>
> The tach problem can be indicative (since it's an indicatOR ) of a low
> tension ignition problem. Check that the oft-frayed wire from the low
> tension lead on the distributor to the points is solid, that the
> condenser and LT lead are properly connected to the points spring,
> yet completely isolated from the points post or plate. Also check
> that the wire from the coil to the LT lead connector on the
> distributor is not loose or frayed. All of these are common
> ailments, and easily rectified.
> Peter C
> ==
> At 07:38 PM 8/20/2009, ryan . kubanoff @comcast.net wrote:
>>So i connected a new ground wire from the tach retentioner ? to the
>>dashboard securing bracket between the frame that I sanded free of
>>paint and the dash support on the screw. No change. the tach still
>>bounces occasionally and the car sputters and then catches and is
>>reflected in the tach . not always but not something I would take on
>>a ride outside the neighborhood. he more concerning thing is the
>>appearance on the tach that the car is racing to 5000rpms on occasion.
>>Since I am a newby at the wonders of lucas wiring any tip that i
>>could try next?
>>
>>Could it be the new points i put in 2 months ago are already going bad?
>>
>> ryan
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug 22 19:46:19 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 21:46:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
In-Reply-To: <4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <4A909F6B.7000404@comcast.net>

Jim F. wrote:
> Is Dr. Frank Making Road Servece/ House Calls now???
>
>
Waddaya mean "now"?
I wish I had a nickel for every Spridget I went out to rescue, I could 
be retired ;)


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug 22 20:01:20 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:01:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
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References: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A909F6B.7000404@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <57265C038FC34CF08F929F612933BFB0@spider>

You should get a beer from each of us. You are The Man!! ...bill in oregon
============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
Sent: Saturday, August 22, 2009 6:46 PM
To: Jim F.
Cc: Spridgets List
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!

Jim F. wrote:
> Is Dr. Frank Making Road Servece/ House Calls now???
>
>
Waddaya mean "now"?
I wish I had a nickel for every Spridget I went out to rescue, I could 
be retired ;)
-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites
_______________________________________________

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug 22 22:02:26 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 23:02:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] A small favor for the dogs....
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908222102o66800a58o9aca04076962bb6f@mail.gmail.com>

If this little guy wins in the next 5 hours, $500 goes to Westie Rescue to
save LWDs (Little White Dogs) in the southern California area and find them
new homes with people who will take care of them.  If you have a few
minutes, go to this link and vote for Stanley...

Many thanks....

http://www.cutestdogcompetition.com/vote.cfm?h=2DB2CFB790DA9F28704839B0C8361D
25

--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From mark at bradakis.com  Sat Aug 22 23:03:28 2009
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis)
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 23:03:28 -0600 (MDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] List interruption
Message-ID: <20090823050328.AFB072E09F@bradakis.com>

First off, let me say thanks to those who have recently contributed to
the continued running of Team.Net - I do appreciate it.

I think I have all the AOL folks back on the list as before.
If you're an AOL subscriber and you didn't get this email, let me know ;-)

Monday, August 24, the local power company will be doing some work in
my neighborhood.  Power may be off here at the house for several
hours.  I'll be shutting down the servers that morning, and they could
be off until later that afternoon.  So if you send off a message and
don't see it for a while, or you can't get to the archives or forums,
be patient, things will get back to normal.

mjb.

From grday at btinternet.com  Sun Aug 23 02:07:47 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (GUY DAY)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 09:07:47 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
References: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A909F6B.7000404@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <6F2A2CAEAAFE4E578851343D6F0ADC21@dell330>

Frank,
Mine spluttered to a stop on the hard shoulder of the M62 at Windy Hill in 
Lancashire, UK.  I'm in desperate need of help.  Can you turn out and 
assist?
It could be electrics but the fuel was low when I set off and the brakes, 
well perhaps I could explain when you get here and, oh yes, every time I put 
my foot on the clutch pedal the gear lever goes from side to side.   I'll 
gladly give you the nickel.  <Big smile>    Is there any chance you could 
bring a spare drivers side engine mount and a 11/16th front sway bar.  LOL 
...

Regards & best wishes to all

Guy R Day


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Jim F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
Cc: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 2:46 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!


> Jim F. wrote:
>> Is Dr. Frank Making Road Servece/ House Calls now???
>>
>>
> Waddaya mean "now"?
> I wish I had a nickel for every Spridget I went out to rescue, I could be 
> retired ;)
>
>
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 23 06:55:06 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 08:55:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Gauge issues now with rough running!
In-Reply-To: <6F2A2CAEAAFE4E578851343D6F0ADC21@dell330>
References: <279726486.2615931250987796112.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><4455C0B6523A4461B0F5977E67702345@MAINCOMPUTER>
	<4A909F6B.7000404@comcast.net>
	<6F2A2CAEAAFE4E578851343D6F0ADC21@dell330>
Message-ID: <4A913C2A.5040404@comcast.net>

GUY DAY wrote:
> Frank,
> Mine spluttered to a stop on the hard shoulder of the M62 at Windy 
> Hill in Lancashire, UK.  I'm in desperate need of help.  Can you turn 
> out and assist?
> It could be electrics but the fuel was low when I set off and the 
> brakes, well perhaps I could explain when you get here and, oh yes, 
> every time I put my foot on the clutch pedal the gear lever goes from 
> side to side.   I'll gladly give you the nickel.  <Big smile>    Is 
> there any chance you could bring a spare drivers side engine mount and 
> a 11/16th front sway bar.  LOL ...
>
> Guy
I'll be there as soon as I can, but I want a beer from a pub in Great 
Wishford,
I do know where to stay when I am there :)


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Sun Aug 23 11:25:18 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:25:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Colortune on sale
Message-ID: <d49b03130908231025ofa60c0ek1173357449e7a2f7@mail.gmail.com>

The Bhive is selling Colortune at almost half the Moss price this week.

http://www.thebhive.com/111WEMS150802.htm

Scroll down to see it.

Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

From stargazer1 at cox.net  Sun Aug 23 16:35:08 2009
From: stargazer1 at cox.net (David Ambrose)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 15:35:08 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Weekend progress
Message-ID: <4A91C41C.7070609@cox.net>

Just got finished with some work on my son's Midget. Some routine, some 
not so routine.

Oil change was routine. The PCV valve installation was not. All went 
well until we discovered the distributor had come loose. Retimed the 
engine, then started syncing the carbs. All of a sudden, we had oil 
going everywhere. Seems that we didn't have the requisite vented filler 
cap. The PCV valve happily sucked up a bunch of engine oil and dumped it 
into the intake manifold. What a mess. Replaced the filler cap with the 
correct one. and restarted. We're now getting oil leaking on the left 
side of the engine. We called it quits for the night.

We were originally thinking that we had a leak at the side plate covers. 
It was a nice theory except that this engine doesn't have them. Are all 
1275s like that? This morning, we pulled the carburetters, and the 
manifolds. We cleaned up all the oil.

Found the leak -- at the valve cover gasket, replaced the gasket with 
in-house spare. The seals around the valve cover nuts are toast. One is 
completely unusable. I jerry rig a temporary from a couple of rubber 
washers. Car started right up. No more leaking oil.

After a bit of tweaking, it's running like a little champ. He is SO 
happy. We had a nice ride down to the gas station. He's gonna be stylin' 
all the way to school now. :-)

I scare myself sometimes. We had almost all the requisite parts in our 
spares.

It feels like we need to top up the shock absorbers. Any suggestions as 
to which oil to use? I usually put 30 wt motorcycle fork oil in my MGB 
shocks.

Cheers,
Dave Ambrose

From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Sun Aug 23 18:10:09 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 17:10:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Weekend progress
In-Reply-To: <4A91C41C.7070609@cox.net>
References: <4A91C41C.7070609@cox.net>
Message-ID: <d49b03130908231710t34803d98hf3208902fa613152@mail.gmail.com>

Send them out to Peter at Worldwide.  They will never leak again and they
will work like new.  Quite reasonable cost too.  BNo financial interest,
just a very satisfied customer.
Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

On Sun, Aug 23, 2009 at 3:35 PM, David Ambrose <stargazer1 at cox.net> wrote:

> Just got finished with some work on my son's Midget. Some routine, some not
> so routine.
>
> Oil change was routine. The PCV valve installation was not. All went well
> until we discovered the distributor had come loose. Retimed the engine, then
> started syncing the carbs. All of a sudden, we had oil going everywhere.
> Seems that we didn't have the requisite vented filler cap. The PCV valve
> happily sucked up a bunch of engine oil and dumped it into the intake
> manifold. What a mess. Replaced the filler cap with the correct one. and
> restarted. We're now getting oil leaking on the left side of the engine. We
> called it quits for the night.
>
> We were originally thinking that we had a leak at the side plate covers. It
> was a nice theory except that this engine doesn't have them. Are all 1275s
> like that? This morning, we pulled the carburetters, and the manifolds. We
> cleaned up all the oil.
>
> Found the leak -- at the valve cover gasket, replaced the gasket with
> in-house spare. The seals around the valve cover nuts are toast. One is
> completely unusable. I jerry rig a temporary from a couple of rubber
> washers. Car started right up. No more leaking oil.
>
> After a bit of tweaking, it's running like a little champ. He is SO happy.
> We had a nice ride down to the gas station. He's gonna be stylin' all the
> way to school now. :-)
>
> I scare myself sometimes. We had almost all the requisite parts in our
> spares.
>
> It feels like we need to top up the shock absorbers. Any suggestions as to
> which oil to use? I usually put 30 wt motorcycle fork oil in my MGB shocks.
>
> Cheers,
> Dave Ambrose
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From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Sun Aug 23 18:18:16 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:18:16 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
Message-ID: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Well I've been sanding and heat gun stripping the paint and bondo from my 76. Things are moving well, and soon I hope to pull the engine and start on patch panels.  
Can someone give me a tip or two on priming?  How should I prep the metal, and what kind of primer should I use?  At this point, I just want to protect the steel. Most of the areas will be bare metal, but not perfectly stripped.  I would prefer rattle cans and have no idea what kind of paint I will be using.  I'm leaning towards rustoleum, but I do have a friend with a body shop just 7 hours away...
Drew
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From mgmaven at bellsouth.net  Sun Aug 23 18:34:43 2009
From: mgmaven at bellsouth.net (Bob Spruck)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:34:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hand brake cable
In-Reply-To: <2B1827B52B5F457BBF7FB5A6420D84AA@Home>
Message-ID: <4.1.20090823202953.00c72888@mail.bellsouth.net>

Hey Mike:

Below is a set of dimensions I took off two of my parts cars, one wire wheel
and one steel wheel. I don't remember what years they are, but I would think
the rods are the same over the years for each type of rear end. This is part of
a greater doc that lists some helpful info that you can only get when you have
a car already apart or have one you don't care if you tear apart, i.e. parts
cars.

Hope it helps.

Bob


REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY 
TYPEDIMENSIONMEASUREMENT POINTS 
STEEL WHEEL DIFF ASSY 
Over all width*41 3/4 (41.75")From inside of brake backing plate flange to
inside of opposite flange 
Left Hand Brake rod14 3/4" (14.75")From center to center of clevis pin holes 
Right Hand Brake Rod26 1/4" (26.25")From center to center of clevis pin holes 
WIRE WHEEL DIFF ASSY 
Over all width*40 3/4 (40.75")From inside of brake backing plate flange to
inside of opposite flange 
Left Hand Brake rod14  (14.00")From center to center of clevis pin holes 
Right Hand Brake Rod26  (26.00")From center to center of clevis pin holes 
*Wire wheel assembly is 1" narrower than steel wheel assy 
*Wire wheel and steel wheel rear hubs are same except for stud length 




At 11:03 AM 8/21/2009 , Michael Rowe wrote:
>My hand brake cable  is stretched out to the limit if its adjustment, but 
>otherwise appears to be fine.  Frank has said the new Chinese ones stretch 
>out instantly, as well.  What is the solution?  Does it make sense to try to 
> rig some kind of spacer?
>
>A thought:  My car is made of misc. parts.  Is there a difference in the 
>length of the rods for later models?  The VB catalogue lists A, B, and C 
>parts, but there is no indication of the differences.
>
>Michael Rowe
>'74 Midget
>'60 Sprite kit
>Long Island, NY
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Sun Aug 23 19:01:57 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:01:57 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
Message-ID: <e98d88090908231801x7f1c2ft96bc6084ac7c63bb@mail.gmail.com>

Somewhat of a list content thing here. I completed a revamp project on my
mailbox. I built one that resembles a single seater race car from the
20's-30's. I have it installed, but am now considering seeing if I can
locate some small LED lamps to install as headlights.
My wife says that it would be too much, but I am of the opinion that it
would enhance the look.
So, those interested, would you be willing to give the project photo a look,
and voice an opinion of your own?
If you want to help, please email me off list

Thanks,
Brad

-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 23 20:06:18 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:06:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <4A91F59A.8030107@comcast.net>

Rattle can primer (sandable only) will work but it does not cover very well.
High build 2 part primer fills, and covers very well. It also drys to 
sand in about 30 minutes.
If you have never used a spray gun, primer is the best learning paint to 
spray.
Runs and sags will sand out very easily, you can learn how to spray and 
then spray the final color.
What ever you decide, do NOT use rattle can primer that does not say 
"SANDABLE" .

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Sun Aug 23 20:09:09 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 21:09:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <5994D6097E824E6DA9B6F33EDB54203A@BASEMENTDELL>

Hi-

Well...from experience, is it stored inside?  I swear primer attracts rust
like a sponge.

I had no problems with the Rustoleum AUTO paint, it has a better working
surface from what I can tell.  

I'm doing the Rustoleum economy paint and can see the difference actually
between the two primers.

Chris
 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
andrewpayne at intrex.net
Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 7:18 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?

Well I've been sanding and heat gun stripping the paint and bondo from my
76. Things are moving well, and soon I hope to pull the engine and start on
patch panels.  
Can someone give me a tip or two on priming?  How should I prep the metal,
and what kind of primer should I use?  At this point, I just want to protect
the steel. Most of the areas will be bare metal, but not perfectly stripped.
I would prefer rattle cans and have no idea what kind of paint I will be
using.  I'm leaning towards rustoleum, but I do have a friend with a body
shop just 7 hours away...
Drew
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Sun Aug 23 20:32:59 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:32:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <5994D6097E824E6DA9B6F33EDB54203A@BASEMENTDELL>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
	<5994D6097E824E6DA9B6F33EDB54203A@BASEMENTDELL>
Message-ID: <852DE1178C524FE8BC255401EA3634E9@AndrewHP>

You are saying you use the Rustoleum auto primer? And as to the paint, any
reason to use the economy rather than professional? Also, roller or spray?

Drew
Oh, yes it's stored inside, but a little damp. 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Manuel
Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 10:09 PM
To: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?

Hi-

Well...from experience, is it stored inside?  I swear primer attracts rust
like a sponge.

I had no problems with the Rustoleum AUTO paint, it has a better working
surface from what I can tell.  

I'm doing the Rustoleum economy paint and can see the difference actually
between the two primers.

Chris
 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
andrewpayne at intrex.net
Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 7:18 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?

Well I've been sanding and heat gun stripping the paint and bondo from my
76. Things are moving well, and soon I hope to pull the engine and start on
patch panels.  
Can someone give me a tip or two on priming?  How should I prep the metal,
and what kind of primer should I use?  At this point, I just want to protect
the steel. Most of the areas will be bare metal, but not perfectly stripped.
I would prefer rattle cans and have no idea what kind of paint I will be
using.  I'm leaning towards rustoleum, but I do have a friend with a body
shop just 7 hours away...
Drew
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Mon Aug 24 07:46:47 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:46:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
	<42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
Message-ID: <4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>

Thanks Larry.  Suspected as much.
Dave W.

Larry Macy wrote:
> Me Three,
>
> Can I assume we all have the same issue??
>
> He accidentally dumped his address book to a certain "Social  
> Networking" site?? I got several requests on different addy's I have  
> used over the years.
>
> DO NOT reply to that email. The site is pretty snarky. And they will  
> suck up your address book, given half a chance. It happened to someone  
> in our office a couple years ago.
>
> Larry

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Mon Aug 24 07:47:12 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:47:12 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <852DE1178C524FE8BC255401EA3634E9@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <20090824134712.T8T39.518363.root@hrndva-web06-z01>

I felt that the auto product was better since it was thicker and was sandable.  The standard primer was really thin, and with the one can I had I ended up putting more coats on the same area, so there were no real savings there.

I'm using both the sprayer and the foam brushes for the parts I can't reach.  I hope I'm doing it right...looks a heck of a lot better than it did before.


Chris

---- Andrew Payne <andrewpayne at intrex.net> wrote: 
> You are saying you use the Rustoleum auto primer? And as to the paint, any
> reason to use the economy rather than professional? Also, roller or spray?
> 
> Drew
> Oh, yes it's stored inside, but a little damp. 

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Mon Aug 24 08:27:35 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:27:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
	<42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
	<4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908240727x772677b3u82003c1e78b1585e@mail.gmail.com>

"a certain 'Social  Networking' site"?  Call a spade a spade.  Why let
them hide anonymously?  They deserve to have their name drug through
the mud.


On Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 8:46 AM, Woerpel<dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:
> Thanks Larry.  Suspected as much.
> Dave W.
>
> Larry Macy wrote:
>>
>> Me Three,
>>
>> Can I assume we all have the same issue??
>>
>> He accidentally dumped his address book to a certain "Social  Networking"
>> site?? I got several requests on different addy's I have  used over the
>> years.
>>
>> DO NOT reply to that email. The site is pretty snarky. And they will  suck
>> up your address book, given half a chance. It happened to someone  in our
>> office a couple years ago.
>>
>> Larry
>
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From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Mon Aug 24 08:29:20 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:29:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>

So I have been convinced/shamed into buying an actual paint gun.  I will be
using primers, and paint (likely Rustoleum).  I have an HF 8 gallon
compressor good for about 4 cfm at 90psi.  I am taking a trip by HF
tomorrow, (2 hours away) and will probably buy my gun there.  You see, I'm
cheap AND broke.  Is anyone using an HF gun with good results? Can the list
recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?

Cheers, 
Drew

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Mon Aug 24 08:43:39 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:43:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>

Oh Drew..  Frank is gonna be all over you like stink, he's going to  
tell you the best thing that you can do is buy the HF stuff then throw  
it away as you leave the store just to save yourself a lot of  
hassle..  try to find a real paint supply place or buy a used one off  
eBay..

Lester


On Aug 24, 2009, at 9:29 AM, Andrew Payne wrote:

> So I have been convinced/shamed into buying an actual paint gun.  I  
> will be
> using primers, and paint (likely Rustoleum).  I have an HF 8 gallon
> compressor good for about 4 cfm at 90psi.  I am taking a trip by HF
> tomorrow, (2 hours away) and will probably buy my gun there.  You  
> see, I'm
> cheap AND broke.  Is anyone using an HF gun with good results? Can  
> the list
> recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?
>
> Cheers,
> Drew
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From kk7ss at verizon.net  Mon Aug 24 08:49:17 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:49:17 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>,
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>,
	<1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A92A86D.12177.475AFC@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Is this the "one and only" spray job you're going to do??
If so, why not rent one ??
Just a thought...
 

>>  Can  the list
>> recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From gjbranch at comcast.net  Mon Aug 24 08:59:04 2009
From: gjbranch at comcast.net (Geoff Branch)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:59:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>
	<1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A92AAB8.8010804@comcast.net>

/r4ZMn8: Permission denied

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Mon Aug 24 09:01:47 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:01:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <4A92A86D.12177.475AFC@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>,
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>,
	<1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
	<4A92A86D.12177.475AFC@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <19B025FB998F48CB8087284A2DB1F1A4@AndrewHP>

Well, I've found that I can usually buy from HF for the cost of a weekend's
rental on most tools.  Plus, I'd rent to put on protective primer, then rent
several days to prime and paint.  Oh, and the area I live in is considered a
temperate rain forest, so weather could be an issue.  Plus there are several
sprayers for $40 or less, any savings seem a wash when you consider the
reduced stress of not having to get the tool back.

Drew

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave G.
Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 10:49 AM
To: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?

Is this the "one and only" spray job you're going to do??
If so, why not rent one ??
Just a thought...
 

>>  Can  the list
>> recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!
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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Mon Aug 24 10:26:10 2009
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:26:10 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] H1 to HS2 conversion- resulting in High Idle
Message-ID: <20090824.102610.16445.1@webmail20.dca.untd.com>

Since the rear H1 on the BE was leaking at the cork gasket around the jet, I
decided to rework and install the HS2s from the 9CG MKII engine. I found that
my suspicions were correct that someone has done significant work on the head
(tapered the intake ports, enlarged them to 1"+, etc.). Anyway when all was
said and done and the engine was started, I couldn't get the idle down below
2K. I backed off the choke high idle screw (that got it below 3K) separated
the linkages, checked the balance, tried to set the mixture but it seemed too
lean no matter what. Now I did throw a wrinkle in, I put my pair of 3 1/2"
Les Leston ram tubes on - IT runs great!, but its so hard to get the tranny in
gear at that idle speed. I didn't have time to spray any carb cleaner at the
intake gasket on the head. Any help would be appreciated-and no, I didn't
change the intake gasket. There are pics at this URL:

http://s734.photobucket.com/albums/ww349/bugeye8016/Carburetor%20Setup/

Mark Haynes
HAN6L12779
HAN5L8016

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From theshoe5 at comcast.net  Mon Aug 24 14:41:32 2009
From: theshoe5 at comcast.net (Alan)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:41:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Free Spridget parts
Message-ID: <09E6C547E1E1445988795BA978A665B2@home>

Looking trough my stuff for an oil pan for Frank has given me the little push
I needed to cleanout the shed. So today I pulled everything out to see what
was in there. Sorry Frank still no pan, but I did find plenty of parts some
listers may need.  They are free for the taking. I do not want to ship
anything. I have a rear axle housing and 4 wire wheel axles. A dash for a MKII
with broken gauges and radio. A couple of rear shocks, an engine block and
head (1098 ?) Smooth case trans and more. Take a look at the photos here. And
no that's  not a 1098 lawn mower!
http://home.comcast.net/~theshoe5/site/?/page/Spridget_parts/
I'm located in NJ 08562.
Alan

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Aug 24 15:50:07 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:50:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <19B025FB998F48CB8087284A2DB1F1A4@AndrewHP>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>,
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>,
	<1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
	<4A92A86D.12177.475AFC@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<19B025FB998F48CB8087284A2DB1F1A4@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <4A930B0F.9060502@comcast.net>

I have a HF $20 gun, I use it strictly for primer.
The Crapsman $100 gun does a pretty good job on finish paint.
But the $600 Sata does a real nice job ;)

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From wmgilroy at gmail.com  Mon Aug 24 16:21:22 2009
From: wmgilroy at gmail.com (Bill Gilroy)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:21:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <441250190908241521y15b662c9pd9f5ce07c081ee18@mail.gmail.com>

Check out http://www.astrotools.com/, maybe *HVLP Gravity Feed Spray Gun
with Spray Gun Stand/1.7 Nozzle *
They make a pretty good product at not much more than HF.  Select a nozzle
size on what you are going to shoot.
Search the web for astro, or check out
http://autobodystore.net/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=LES
E


-g




On Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 7:29 AM, Andrew Payne <andrewpayne at intrex.net>wrote:

> So I have been convinced/shamed into buying an actual paint gun.  I will be
> using primers, and paint (likely Rustoleum).  I have an HF 8 gallon
> compressor good for about 4 cfm at 90psi.  I am taking a trip by HF
> tomorrow, (2 hours away) and will probably buy my gun there.  You see, I'm
> cheap AND broke.  Is anyone using an HF gun with good results? Can the list
> recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?
>
> Cheers,
> Drew
> _______________________________________________
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Mon Aug 24 16:04:07 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:04:07 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
In-Reply-To: <d2a.545add40.37c445fb@aol.com>
References: <d2a.545add40.37c445fb@aol.com>
Message-ID: <e98d88090908241504k499c693encf13f73ccc3b94b1@mail.gmail.com>

Due to the voice of "racing reason", I'll leave my mailbox (letterbox) the
way it is. Thank you to all who responded, and especially to all that sent
the kind comments.


Brad

On Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 2:37 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

>  Hi Brad,
>
> With no mudguards it's a vintage racer so has no lights.  If you put lights
> on it then it's a vintage road car and so needs mudguards.
>
> Regards
>
> Daniel

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 24 18:55:39 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:55:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Free Spridget parts
In-Reply-To: <09E6C547E1E1445988795BA978A665B2@home>
Message-ID: <776335.57224.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 8/24/09, Alan <theshoe5 at comcast.net> wrote:
> Looking trough my stuff for an oil
> pan for Frank 

I sent a correct pan to Frank (along with some other stuff!).

Ron

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 24 18:57:43 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:57:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908241504k499c693encf13f73ccc3b94b1@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <985500.86506.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Brad,
Those are UK rules. You can put the lights on in the USA, but you'll
have to tape over them.

Ron

--- On Mon, 8/24/09, Brad Fornal
<tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
> To: "Spridget list"
<spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Monday, August 24, 2009, 5:04 PM
> Due
to the voice of "racing reason",
> I'll leave my mailbox (letterbox) the
> way
it is. Thank you to all who responded, and especially
> to all that sent
> the
kind comments.
> 
> 
> Brad
> 
> On Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 2:37 PM,
<WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com>
> wrote:
> 
> >  Hi Brad,
> >
> > With no mudguards
it's a vintage racer so has no
> lights.  If you put lights
> > on it then
it's a vintage road car and so needs
> mudguards.
> >
> > Regards
> >
> >
Daniel
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From sales at justbrits.com  Mon Aug 24 19:13:04 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:13:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
In-Reply-To: <985500.86506.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <985500.86506.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A933AA0.7070006@justbrits.com>

<<You can put the lights on in the USA, but you'll have to tape over them.>>

" X "ed tho, Right 'Hopper ?!?!?

From bkitterer at me.com  Mon Aug 24 11:20:05 2009
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:20:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
	<42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
	<4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>
Message-ID: <B9BF7B5E-4CF7-4FB8-AF46-1747E33B41F7@me.com>

Thanks all, that was what I was concerned about also.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 24, 2009, at 6:46 AM, Woerpel wrote:

> Thanks Larry.  Suspected as much.
> Dave W.
>
> Larry Macy wrote:
>> Me Three,
>>
>> Can I assume we all have the same issue??
>>
>> He accidentally dumped his address book to a certain "Social   
>> Networking" site?? I got several requests on different addy's I  
>> have  used over the years.
>>
>> DO NOT reply to that email. The site is pretty snarky. And they  
>> will  suck up your address book, given half a chance. It happened  
>> to someone  in our office a couple years ago.
>>
>> Larry
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From billmasq at hotmail.com  Mon Aug 24 21:07:48 2009
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:07:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <19B025FB998F48CB8087284A2DB1F1A4@AndrewHP>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>,
	<B6E04A987ECA431DA3F859FC5A259F6D@AndrewHP>,
	<1A602D2A-6073-4E58-B0B4-2D58D7B23C4D@comcast.net>
	<4A92A86D.12177.475AFC@kk7ss.verizon.net> 
	<19B025FB998F48CB8087284A2DB1F1A4@AndrewHP>
Message-ID: <BLU107-W11A52F52F4D181970C6F1BCAF80@phx.gbl>

OK- I'll chime in:
I am making a "salt-runner" Midget that I won't be afraid to drive in the
constant wet of the Seattle area. I have a nice Sprite and an MGA, neither of
which have any runst on them and won't so I am making the Midget.
I am using rattle can Rustoleum primer and top coat (bright orange) and have
to say that it is really nice to not have to worry about drying the compressed
air for the paint gun etc. Wet air will give runs and fisheye something fierce
and it sounds like you already live in a wet climate so think about it.
I found that if I lightly sand the primer with about 400 or 600 grit paper
then the topcoat over it is really shiny and if the body underneath was even
close to straight would look pretty good.
I bought the Rustoleum at Lowes and enough to do the entire car (primer &
paint) came out to around $70.00.
It won't be a show car but it is one shiny color and really waterproof!
Bill

> From: andrewpayne at intrex.net
> To: kk7ss at verizon.net; spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:01:47 -0400
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
>
> Well, I've found that I can usually buy from HF for the cost of a weekend's
> rental on most tools.  Plus, I'd rent to put on protective primer, then
rent
> several days to prime and paint.  Oh, and the area I live in is considered
a
> temperate rain forest, so weather could be an issue.  Plus there are
several
> sprayers for $40 or less, any savings seem a wash when you consider the
> reduced stress of not having to get the tool back.
>
> Drew
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave G.
> Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 10:49 AM
> To: 'Spridgets'
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] What Paint gun? WAS What kind of primer?
>
> Is this the "one and only" spray job you're going to do??
> If so, why not rent one ??
> Just a thought...
>
>
> >>  Can  the list
> >> recommend a sprayer or at least a description of what I should use?
>
>
> --
> Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
> '65 MK III A-H Sprite
> '76 MKIV 1500 Midget
>
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From wmgilroy at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 00:35:46 2009
From: wmgilroy at gmail.com (Bill Gilroy)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:35:46 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] What kind of primer?
In-Reply-To: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
References: <1323485865-1251073078-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1664240096-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <441250190908242335l37e8bf28r2f4b69b8207a839e@mail.gmail.com>

My advice is pick a paint brand and line and get some primer (either epoxy
or high build) that is compatible with the top coat.  If you get a good
primer you can shoot it and leave it (inside of course).

-g

On Sun, Aug 23, 2009 at 5:18 PM, <andrewpayne at intrex.net> wrote:

> Well I've been sanding and heat gun stripping the paint and bondo from my
> 76. Things are moving well, and soon I hope to pull the engine and start on
> patch panels.
> Can someone give me a tip or two on priming?  How should I prep the metal,
> and what kind of primer should I use?  At this point, I just want to
protect
> the steel. Most of the areas will be bare metal, but not perfectly
stripped.
>  I would prefer rattle cans and have no idea what kind of paint I will be
> using.  I'm leaning towards rustoleum, but I do have a friend with a body
> shop just 7 hours away...
> Drew
> Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug 25 07:02:38 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:02:38 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheels
Message-ID: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>

Self tightening ...

http://www.vtr.org/maintain/wire-wheels-tightening.shtml



I hope that I haven't overtightened mine ...



RD

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 08:16:32 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:16:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheels
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>

> Self tightening ...

Of course, if you swapped the spindles during the restoration, they
become self-loosening.
David L

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug 25 08:23:23 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:23:23 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheels
In-Reply-To: <402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W4576498CCA1F220FBCDF71B8F80@phx.gbl>

Yes.  Or if you bought a car where the PO had done that for you ...



> Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:16:32 -0500
>
> > Self tightening ...
>
> Of course, if you swapped the spindles during the restoration, they
> become self-loosening.
> David L

From lmacy at phillymgclub.com  Tue Aug 25 10:18:59 2009
From: lmacy at phillymgclub.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:18:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Calling R. Houston
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908240727x772677b3u82003c1e78b1585e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <763574.58971.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<786F38A0-A677-4B8A-8436-8C8CF251F09E@mac.com>
	<4A8F19D2.3000908@wi.net>
	<42D9D662-321C-4E25-A555-BF53E3BD6A50@phillymgclub.com>
	<4A9299C7.7030501@wi.net>
	<8de85a9c0908240727x772677b3u82003c1e78b1585e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2F846913-0E68-40E0-B4D0-F9FC1BC732BE@phillymgclub.com>

OK. Mylife.com. Formerly Reunion.com

They suck

Larry Macy, Ph.D
78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

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people you'd rather not talk to." G. Carlin

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On Aug 24, 2009, at 10:27, Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:

> "a certain 'Social  Networking' site"?  Call a spade a spade.  Why let
> them hide anonymously?  They deserve to have their name drug through
> the mud.
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 24, 2009 at 8:46 AM, Woerpel<dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:
>> Thanks Larry.  Suspected as much.
>> Dave W.
>>
>> Larry Macy wrote:
>>>
>>> Me Three,
>>>
>>> Can I assume we all have the same issue??
>>>
>>> He accidentally dumped his address book to a certain "Social   
>>> Networking"
>>> site?? I got several requests on different addy's I have  used  
>>> over the
>>> years.
>>>
>>> DO NOT reply to that email. The site is pretty snarky. And they  
>>> will  suck
>>> up your address book, given half a chance. It happened to someone   
>>> in our
>>> office a couple years ago.
>>>
>>> Larry
>>
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Tue Aug 25 10:26:15 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:26:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>

http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 10:31:28 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:31:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
Message-ID: <402188520908250931q5691d19dua61bf16eded71a22@mail.gmail.com>

Now why in the world could they not put some of that actual useful
info into the magazine article????
The cover of the last issue proclaims that they will tell you how to
build a 100+ HP Midget engine, but the actual article doesn't even
tell you what cam they used other than "a custom grind supplied by
APT".
Thanks for the reminder, I have been meaning to cancel that subscription...
David L

From mikey at b2systems.com  Tue Aug 25 10:44:42 2009
From: mikey at b2systems.com (mike rambour)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:44:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
Message-ID: <1251218682.3779.64.camel@WebBrowser>

 And I thought I was totally crazy when I spent almost $3k on my junk
yard motor.  Of course that $2,700 including buying the motor, parts and
machining, labor was mine.  But I was pretty sure no one had ever spent
that much on a Spridget motor before...I was a long ways off after
seeing their total.

	mike

On Tue, 2009-08-25 at 11:26 -0500, Larry Daniels wrote:
> http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/
> _______________________________________________

From kramer.allen at comcast.net  Tue Aug 25 10:51:05 2009
From: kramer.allen at comcast.net (kramer.allen at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:51:05 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
Message-ID: <980230174.3976151251219065702.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

It looks like it is time to replace the seat cushions in my bugeye. What are my options other than the Moss replacements? Any comments regarding the Moss replacements? 

Thanks, 

Allen 

1960 Bugeye 

From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 25 11:24:08 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:24:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheels
In-Reply-To: <402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A941E38.20601@justbrits.com>

<<  Of course, if you swapped the spindles during the restoration,  >>

Spindles would NOT matter (other than much diff. brake
set-up <G>).

"Hub Extensions" WOULD matter as it reverses the
threads <G> !!

Me

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 12:16:31 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:16:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheels
In-Reply-To: <4A941E38.20601@justbrits.com>
References: <BAY112-W19225EE428AE8D62F64119B8F80@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908250716y408f5f3fjc10223b11d685fe9@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A941E38.20601@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908251116u6e1421b6me3a371ccf2062b5e@mail.gmail.com>

> Spindles would NOT matter (other than much diff. brake
> set-up <G>).
>
> "Hub Extensions" WOULD matter as it reverses the
> threads <G> !!

Funny how everybody else understood me just fine...
David L

From paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk  Tue Aug 25 12:57:41 2009
From: paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk (Paul Baker)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:57:41 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <1251218682.3779.64.camel@WebBrowser>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
	<1251218682.3779.64.camel@WebBrowser>
Message-ID: <663393.59752.qm@web23506.mail.ird.yahoo.com>

Are parts and labour prices that high in the US that it costs $11.5k to
produce a fast road engine?  A full race engine can be bought outright in the
UK for about half that number.

Paul




________________________________
From: mike rambour <mikey at b2systems.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent:
Tuesday, 25 August, 2009 17:44:42
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports
Midget Project

And I thought I was totally crazy when I spent almost $3k on
my junk
yard motor.  Of course that $2,700 including buying the motor, parts
and
machining, labor was mine.  But I was pretty sure no one had ever spent
that much on a Spridget motor before...I was a long ways off after
seeing
their total.

    mike

On Tue, 2009-08-25 at 11:26 -0500, Larry Daniels
wrote:
> http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/
>
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Aug 25 13:26:01 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:26:01 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <663393.59752.qm@web23506.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <727589.43242.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Hardly.

I did a double-take on the $11,500 figure in your email and went into the
article to see for myself.

That figure ($11,500) is ludicrous and merely reflects the use of some very
expensive parts,  (Prepped race-head $1,654/Roller Rockers $698/Carbs $800)
and unnecessary services such as "dyno time". There's a lot of "jewelry" on
this unit.

One can build their own engine for a fraction of that amount, or have one
professionally built by a reputable shop with A-Series experience for probably
a third of the amount ($11,500.) the article outlines, for not much less hp.

If anyone on planet earth really spends that amount of money ($11,500) on an
engine for a Spridget, they haven't spent their dollars very wisely. And
that's putting it mildly.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
61 Innocenti Spider
63 Pink Sprite
73 Morris Mini Van

--- On Tue, 8/25/09, Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:

From: Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 2:57 PM

Are parts and labour prices that high in the US that it costs $11.5k to
produce a fast road engine?  A full race engine can be bought outright in the
UK for about half that number.

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Tue Aug 25 13:43:40 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:43:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <143f501ca25bc$58d872e0$056a010a@mail2world.com>

According to the article on the magazine, they spent quite a bit of time
swapping things on and off the motor and running it on the dyno to see
what the effects were. So there's certainly extras in there just for
that. 
 
It's way above my budget, but depending on what you're after, "dyno
time" is not necessarily a waste...
 
-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Jay Fishbein [jfishbein at snet.net]
Sent: 8/25/2009 3:27:01 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project 

Hardly. 

I did a double-take on the $11,500 figure in your email and went into
the 
article to see for myself. 

That figure ($11,500) is ludicrous and merely reflects the use of some
very 
expensive parts, (Prepped race-head $1,654/Roller Rockers $698/Carbs
$800) 
and unnecessary services such as "dyno time". There's a lot of "jewelry"
on 
this unit. 

One can build their own engine for a fraction of that amount, or have
one 
professionally built by a reputable shop with A-Series experience for
probably 
a third of the amount ($11,500.) the article outlines, for not much less
hp. 

If anyone on planet earth really spends that amount of money ($11,500)
on an 
engine for a Spridget, they haven't spent their dollars very wisely. And
that's putting it mildly. 

Jay Fishbein 
Wallingford, CT 
61 Innocenti Spider 
63 Pink Sprite 
73 Morris Mini Van 

--- On Tue, 8/25/09, Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk> wrote: 

From: Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk> 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project 
To: spridgets at autox.team.net 
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 2:57 PM 

Are parts and labour prices that high in the US that it costs $11.5k to 
produce a fast road engine? A full race engine can be bought outright in
the 
UK for about half that number. 
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Tue Aug 25 14:30:53 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:30:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
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Looks like they shopped for the most expensive parts available.
Like $50 to R&R a ring gear, I did this last night.
30 seconds to get it off, and 3 seconds to put it on after 30 minutes in 
the oven.
And they paid 7 times what I paid for a ring gear.
I had the flywheel lightened for $40, they paid 3.5 times that.
And a $13 manifold gasket, they are two bucks.
$98 for a spin on oil filter kit? That is the most I have ever seen it 
go for.
I can put a decent A series engine together with all machine work and 
new parts for about a thousand bucks give or take.
So is their engine TEN TIMES better than mine? I doubt it.
Maybe this is why I canceled my subscription a few years ago.
No useful information.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From james.f.juhas at snet.net  Tue Aug 25 14:33:56 2009
From: james.f.juhas at snet.net (James F Juhas)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:33:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <402188520908250931q5691d19dua61bf16eded71a22@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
	<402188520908250931q5691d19dua61bf16eded71a22@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A944AB4.2090107@snet.net>

SPVP-3-BK is, according to APT's web site:

Performance Cam new steel blank - Scatter Pattern - Slot Dr.

SPVP3 - ultimate non race cam, best with 1.5 ratio rockers, also ideal 
for solo type events. Nominal duration 286 degrees.

 From my past experience with APT, you can call and find out exactly 
what you might want to know about that cam.

Of course, Classic Motorsports could have done that for you....

David Lieb wrote:
> Now why in the world could they not put some of that actual useful
> info into the magazine article????
> The cover of the last issue proclaims that they will tell you how to
> build a 100+ HP Midget engine, but the actual article doesn't even
> tell you what cam they used other than "a custom grind supplied by
> APT".
>
> _______________________________________________

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type text/x-vcard which had a name of james_f_juhas.vcf]

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 14:44:18 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:44:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <4A944AB4.2090107@snet.net>
References: <F6AEE3C311524D9094973279B88FCA98@HomePC>
	<402188520908250931q5691d19dua61bf16eded71a22@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A944AB4.2090107@snet.net>
Message-ID: <402188520908251344r3eb11465t23c07dfbcf88da17@mail.gmail.com>

On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 3:33 PM, James F Juhas<james.f.juhas at snet.net> wrote:
> SPVP-3-BK is, according to APT's web site:
>
> Performance Cam new steel blank - Scatter Pattern - Slot Dr.
>
> SPVP3 - ultimate non race cam, best with 1.5 ratio rockers, also ideal for
> solo type events. Nominal duration 286 degrees.
>
> From my past experience with APT, you can call and find out exactly what you
> might want to know about that cam.
>
> Of course, Classic Motorsports could have done that for you....

My point is that the print article did NOT identify the cam as an SPVP3
David L

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:14:14 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:14:14 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] To light, or not to light
Message-ID: <d0d.5d4085c1.37c5ae26@aol.com>

You can have lights taped over on a racer in the UK BUT such a car would  
also have mudguards....
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 01:58:03 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com 
 writes:

Brad,
Those are UK rules. You can put the lights on in the USA, but  you'll
have to tape over them.

Ron

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:18:47 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:18:47 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <ce9.5dd11038.37c5af37@aol.com>

You go to APT and give them some money - nuff said?
 
Of course the one thing that engine doesn't have is some silicone  hose.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 17:32:01 GMT Daylight Time,  
72spridget at gmail.com writes:

The  cover of the last issue proclaims that they will tell you how to
build a  100+ HP Midget engine

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:21:42 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:21:42 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <c49.41e8d69a.37c5afe6@aol.com>

My fast road engine cost a lot more than the equivalent of US$5.5K in the  
UK.  There are engine and then there are ENGINES.  You have to look at  the 
detail of the spec and not the price included carbs etc.  Also when did  you 
see a Spridget racer with stainless stud studs from ARP, etc, etc.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 19:58:19 GMT Daylight Time,  
paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk writes:

Are  parts and labour prices that high in the US that it costs $11.5k to
produce  a fast road engine?  A full race engine can be bought outright in  
the
UK for about half that number.

Paul

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:23:38 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:23:38 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <d39.549c028b.37c5b05a@aol.com>

I don't agree though I'd have spent the money on a well sorted Weber not to 
 mention some silicone hose.  You can easily see 10bhp on dyno time so  
that's also money well spent.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 20:26:16 GMT Daylight Time,  
jfishbein at snet.net writes:

That  figure ($11,500) is ludicrous and merely reflects the use of some  
very
expensive parts,  (Prepped race-head $1,654/Roller Rockers  $698/Carbs $800)
and unnecessary services such as "dyno time". There's a  lot of "jewelry" on
this unit.

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:33:45 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:33:45 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] 5 - Re:  Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <c63.4d2ffbb4.37c5b2b9@aol.com>

There is a diminishing return on spending money on an engine.  The  phrase 
I've heard is chasing a little horsepower with a lot of money.  I  guess how 
light is a light flywheel - I've had a lightened iron flywheel lighter  
than an average steel one.  The manifold gasket is probably a large bore  
gasket from the UK and they are not cheap and the cheap one doesn't cut  it.
 
Spin on filter heads vary.  I have seen the difference from the OE  factory 
part and the cheap pattern part (dung fired alloy I guess??) and so you  
get what you pay for.  The billet heads are even more expensive and I  didn't 
bother with one for my engine.
 
APT did the work on my crank and rods and my very reputable UK engine  
builder was very impressed with the quality of their work, in fact I think it's  
one of the rare occasions or only occasion I've heard him be so  
complimentary about someone elses work.  That crank and rod work was NOT  CHEAP.
 
So, first time the engine was fired up, cam was bedded in and engine  ready 
for a light blip on the throttle do I think the money I spend on the crank  
and rods alone was worth it?  Yes I do and when I drove the car I really  
noticed the difference in the rev response and bear in mind the old engine 
was  no slouch.
 
Gotta find a way to get you on my car insurace when you are next in the UK  
Frank (here the driver is insured for their car not the way you seem to 
insure  the car for drivers in the USA).
 
Regards
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
 
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 21:32:13 GMT Daylight Time,  
spritenut at comcast.net writes:

I had  the flywheel lightened for $40, they paid 3.5 times that.
And a $13  manifold gasket, they are two bucks.
$98 for a spin on oil filter kit? That  is the most I have ever seen it 
go for.
I can put a decent A series  engine together with all machine work and 
new parts for about a thousand  bucks give or take.
So is their engine TEN TIMES better than mine? 

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Aug 25 15:37:14 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:37:14 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Cams Re:  Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <d29.4c502abf.37c5b38a@aol.com>

I think this is the cam I have in my new engine.  It is heaps better  than 
Kent's 286 (probably also there 286 scatter - can't be certain as until I  
strip the engine I don't know for sure that a previously DISREPUTABLE builder 
 used the scatter on the engine refresh).
 
The big difference isn't the peak power (never a big deal when you consider 
 how much more peak power you need to go from say 115mph to 117mph) but 
what the  engine makes between 4,000 and 4,500.
 
Regards
 

Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 25/08/2009 21:34:20 GMT Daylight Time,  
james.f.juhas at snet.net writes:

SPVP-3-BK is, according to APT's web site:

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 16:18:33 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:18:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <d39.549c028b.37c5b05a@aol.com>
References: <d39.549c028b.37c5b05a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908251518w53c7274bp9693ff598e4db5fd@mail.gmail.com>

a "well sorted Weber" only adds 2bhp???   ;-)

On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 4:23 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:
> I don't agree though I'd have spent the money on a well sorted Weber not to
>  mention some silicone hose.  You can easily see 10bhp on dyno time so
> that's also money well spent.

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Tue Aug 25 16:32:13 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:32:13 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
Message-ID: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>

Hagerty has sent me a non-renewal notice because I drive the car too much (besides, they just paid $3175 for my parking lot crunch).  My insurance agent says my regular company won't sell collision on such an old car.  What companies will sell collision on a 1974 daily driver?

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

From john.leier at leier.org  Tue Aug 25 16:38:59 2009
From: john.leier at leier.org (John Leier)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:38:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
Message-ID: <79742C44285548D288684DFBBDCF839B@Latitude830>

State Farm puts collission on my 74 for me when I request it.  I don't drive 
it much, but I don't have any limitation in the policy about mileage.

John

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Rowe" <mdrowe at optonline.net>
To: "Spridget Chat Group" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 5:32 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance


> Hagerty has sent me a non-renewal notice because I drive the car too much 
> (besides, they just paid $3175 for my parking lot crunch).  My insurance 
> agent says my regular company won't sell collision on such an old car. 
> What companies will sell collision on a 1974 daily driver?
>
> Michael Rowe
> '74 Midget
> '60 Sprite kit
> Long Island, NY

From pythias at pacifier.com  Tue Aug 25 17:02:15 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:02:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
Message-ID: <667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>

Hello Michael,

     I'm curious about how they know you drive too much, and how much
     IS too much? Did you have another claim before this one where
     they could determine your mileage as a function of time?

     If you were using it as a daily driver, or to and from work, I
     know that's considered a no-no.

     Who is your "regular" company that won't sell you collision? 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Wear a smile: it increases your face value. 

From bkitterer at me.com  Tue Aug 25 17:08:27 2009
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:08:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
Message-ID: <5F98C2B4-DA98-4495-A6DA-2D141B4F6552@me.com>

ANPAC (American National Property and Casualty Companies) has insured  
mine for some years, no restrictions.  I would assume that Hagerty is  
less expensive.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 25, 2009, at 3:32 PM, Michael Rowe wrote:

> Hagerty has sent me a non-renewal notice because I drive the car too  
> much (besides, they just paid $3175 for my parking lot crunch).  My  
> insurance agent says my regular company won't sell collision on such  
> an old car.  What companies will sell collision on a 1974 daily  
> driver?
>
> Michael Rowe
> '74 Midget
> '60 Sprite kit
> Long Island, NY
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From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 25 17:12:02 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:12:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
	<667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <4A946FC2.2050004@justbrits.com>

<<   I'm curious about how they know you drive too much,  >>

I'm with you, Bill !!!

How DO they 'know', Michael  ??

Ed

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Aug 25 17:36:33 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:36:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
	<667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP9145680475B30B9942336FB8F80@phx.gbl>

I don't know about NY, but here in ON Canada, you report your mileage when
you register the car and every time you renew your plates.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bill L
Sent: August 25, 2009 7:02 PM
To: Michael Rowe
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Insurance

Hello Michael,

     I'm curious about how they know you drive too much, and how much
     IS too much? Did you have another claim before this one where
     they could determine your mileage as a function of time?

     If you were using it as a daily driver, or to and from work, I
     know that's considered a no-no.

     Who is your "regular" company that won't sell you collision? 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Wear a smile: it increases your face value. 
You are subscribed as robertduquette at sympatico.ca

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From mdrowe at optonline.net  Tue Aug 25 17:37:18 2009
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:37:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <4A946FC2.2050004@justbrits.com>
References: <3335FC3A6E884AAFB247F766FCF9353C@Home>
	<667960971.20090825160215@pacifier.com>
	<4A946FC2.2050004@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <DE9FE050987C4F19A352334744CAD566@Home>

> <<   I'm curious about how they know you drive too much,  >>

When I got this insurance, the car was barely drivable and it was winter, so 
I did not drive much and did not know how many miles I might put on it. 
When I got crunched in the parking lot, I reported "getting the mail."  That 
was apparently enough for them to ask again about usage.  I reported what 
seemed to me to be small usage "around town."  They don't want us driving 
around town, buy only to shows, meets, etc.  I think there is a cutoff 
somewhere around 2500 miles.  I am currently buying one tank of gas a week, 
which is about 130-150 miles, quite a bit more than 2500 miles.

That's OK with me.  The insurance is cheap enough on a $6000 car anyway. 
But I do need collision because of the visibility problem.

Michael Rowe
'74 Midget
'60 Sprite kit
Long Island, NY

Michael Rowe 

From twobees at sprynet.com  Tue Aug 25 17:41:07 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:41:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <000001ca25dd$852efe10$6601a8c0@normoffice>

Did any of you notice a relationship between the parts in this over-priced
engine and the ads in Classic?  Tim is known for bartering ad space for
parts & service.  But, a lot of parts are a waste for anything but a
full-bore racecar.
 
The reality is that for a street car, of equal performance all one would
need is a cross flow head, a cam, bigger carbs & a good pair of manifolds.
By way of comparison, the Fab-Tek built race engine in my
daily-driver/occasional racer MGB cost me $7,500.  It included JE pistons &
Carillo rods & would run at 7,000 rpms all day long when racing.
 
BTW, current cost for a Longman h.p. head is around $1,400.  My Turner has
one I bought a couple of years ago for half that.  
 
Norm
'59 Turner, 948-powered.

From twobees at sprynet.com  Tue Aug 25 17:41:07 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:41:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets]  Insurance
Message-ID: <000501ca25dd$85a3dff0$6601a8c0@normoffice>

Michael:
 
Geico insured by daily driver 1966 MGB for 10 years.  No limitations on
anything.
 
Norm Sippel

From bvsprite at yahoo.com  Tue Aug 25 17:57:57 2009
From: bvsprite at yahoo.com (bv)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:57:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
In-Reply-To: <980230174.3976151251219065702.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <421382.10345.qm@web53804.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Allen,

I bought a set of seat cushions for my bugeye from Moss several years ago.
They were made from cut grey foam, and glued into the right shape. The cut
foam was a little firmer than the old sponge rubber.
I later bought  a set from AH spares in England. They were much closer to the
original and made from molded foam rubber. They were also a little more cushy,
more like the originals.

I replaced the 'cut' foam ones from moss with the ones from AH spares, mostly
because it lowered my driving position by over 1-inch, and I wanted to sit as
low as possible in the car.

Regards,
Bryan Vandiver
59 - sprite

--- On Tue, 8/25/09, kramer.allen at comcast.net <kramer.allen at comcast.net>
wrote:

From: kramer.allen at comcast.net <kramer.allen at comcast.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
To: "spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 9:51 AM

It looks like it is time to replace the seat cushions in my bugeye. What are
my options other than the Moss replacements? Any comments regarding the Moss
replacements?

Thanks,

Allen

1960 Bugeye
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From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 25 18:38:23 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:38:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
In-Reply-To: <421382.10345.qm@web53804.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <421382.10345.qm@web53804.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A9483FF.70702@justbrits.com>

<<  I bought a set of seat cushions for my bugeye from Moss several 
years ago.>>

WAY different now, Bryan etal.

Yes, F.I.<G>!!

BUT there ARE way better (even then AHS's - for whom I AM also
a Dist. for !!

Ed

From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 25 18:40:05 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:40:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Insurance
In-Reply-To: <000501ca25dd$85a3dff0$6601a8c0@normoffice>
References: <000501ca25dd$85a3dff0$6601a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <4A948465.5010108@justbrits.com>

<<  Geico insured by daily driver 1966 MGB for 10 years.  >>

"Agreed Value" or "Stated Value", Norm ?!?!?

Me

From herby at herbytoys.com  Tue Aug 25 18:41:03 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:41:03 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
In-Reply-To: <421382.10345.qm@web53804.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <DF4B90AC74C94BC9B7671AB8C4BCB080@HERBYZ>

I second Bryan's assessment. I bought the AH Spares foams when I did my
seats since I bought the upholstery kit from them too. Everything fit very
well. Never even tried the Moss ones.

Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com
www.herbytoys.com
 

Allen,

I bought a set of seat cushions for my bugeye from Moss several years ago.
They were made from cut grey foam, and glued into the right shape. The cut
foam was a little firmer than the old sponge rubber.
I later bought  a set from AH spares in England. They were much closer to
the
original and made from molded foam rubber. They were also a little more
cushy,
more like the originals.

I replaced the 'cut' foam ones from moss with the ones from AH spares,
mostly
because it lowered my driving position by over 1-inch, and I wanted to sit
as
low as possible in the car.

Regards,
Bryan Vandiver
59 - sprite

From soavero at yahoo.com  Tue Aug 25 18:55:05 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:55:05 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <663393.59752.qm@web23506.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <471056.28921.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Tue, 8/25/09, Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:
> Are parts and labour prices that high
> in the US that it costs $11.5k to
> produce a fast road engine?  A full race engine can be
> bought outright in the
> UK for about half that number.

You can build an honest 112 horsepower for under $5K, and it will run at 7500 RPM for 3 years, 3 races and 1 lap. $11.5K will buy you a Huffaker or Bauchman motor built at their $100 per hour shop rate. I talked to a guy last week selling a Prather built race engine for $8,000, dyno time only. He has receipts for $10,700 without carbs, intake or exhaust. It dyno'd at 134bhp on an allegedly accurate dyno. $11.5K for a street motor is ridiculous.

Ron

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Tue Aug 25 20:06:37 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:06:37 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <4A9449FD.7020203@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <744761.37274.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I canceled right after they made you the centerfold!

--- On Tue, 8/25/09, Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
To: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
Cc: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 4:30 PM


Maybe this is why I canceled my subscription a few years ago.
No useful information.

-- Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites
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From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Aug 25 21:25:31 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:25:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <744761.37274.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <744761.37274.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A94AB2B.2090309@justbrits.com>

<<  I canceled right after they made you the centerfold!  >>

I DID like the previous one Rick but ONLY because is
was "Pieces".  But I TOO did JUST what you did !!!

OMG, WHAT was that ?!?!?!?!?

PPP

From davriker at nwi.net  Tue Aug 25 21:53:24 2009
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 20:53:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] My Weekend part one... no lbc.
Message-ID: <3C3353EAF41B4BEEA75EDA6B6ECA845F@MAIN>

Part One of Two:

With so many musicians on the list, I thought I would share my non-lbc
weekend adventure with you all.  I'm in a 3 piece bar band "BOOM", (stands
for Burnt Out Old Men).  We play a few 60's, more 70's, a little 80's, some
90's and some current rock, with an occasional country tune thrown in.
Stuff like ZZtop, Led Zep, Collective Soul, Skynyrd etc.  Anyway, we were
scheduled to play our first big show, opening the Hero's of Woodstock 40th
anniversary concert at the Blues Ranch in Winthrop, WA. , and then playing
in the beer garden after the show on Friday and Saturday.  Everything I've
done to this point has been really small clubs, small stages, etc, so this
bill was really big for me.  The headliners were Big Brother and the Holding
Co performing Janice Joplin songs, Ten Years After, Canned Heat, Joe
Macdonald, and Jefferson Starship with guest appearance by Tom Constantine.

So Friday, just as we are setting up our beer garden stage, we get word that
there is a Forest Fire burning on the other side of the mountain, and that
the main electrical power lines are in the center of the fire.  All power to
the entire Methow valley will be going off line within the hour.  The
promoters frantically are scrambling to find any local generators they can
come up with, and wondering what to do with 3000 people camping in a field
expecting a show.  The nearest large generator is about 2 hours away, but
with a couple of small generators they can get our small stage up and
running.  So... the promoter comes to us and tells us WE are all he's got
until the large generator gets there, even though we aren't scheduled,
PLEASE start playing!  So after blowing the fuses about three times, we
wound up playing without the stage lights to a full house crowd!  To make up
for it, the promoters gave us the Saturday opening slot on the main stage.

Did I mention I've never played a big stage?  WOW!  I mean, the stage crew
was phenominal.  Friendly, helpful, pro gear, both a backstage sound board
and a front stage sound board.  They made us sound perfect right from the
first note!

David Riker
Part two to follow 

From davriker at nwi.net  Tue Aug 25 22:10:53 2009
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:10:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] My weekend part two...no lbc.
Message-ID: <1BF398D00BB84B52B856E6D39F5CA834@MAIN>

Part two:

So along with being on the bill, we got all access performers passes, so I
was "back stage" with some of the best musicians I've ever known.  Country
Joe is very cool, laid back and friendly.  The spread of food was great,
alcohol was free.  But the REAL highlight of the show was the Jefferson
Starship.  I've saw them live in about 1981.  I'm not a name guy, so I can't
tell you everything, but Marty Balin is back in the line up after a long
absence, and Paul Kantner is still in too, although he is a chain smoking
walking commercial for why you shouldn't smoke.  Poor guy barely makes it
through a song, he has to sit down most of the time, although he stood up to
do some guitar solo's and some of the harmonies.  They have a 30ish woman
doing Grace Slicks parts, a very good vocalist.  The bass player is so good,
I felt like quitting and selling my gear.  So, I'm on the steps along with a
couple of people holding VIP passes, a couple of the promoters team, and a
security person when it comes time to do their encore.  THEY INVITE US OUT
TO DANCE AND SING WITH THEM ON THE ENCORE... I WAS ON STAGE SINGING
HARMONIES WITH JEFFERSON STARSHIP!  At the end of the song, we all joined
arm in arm for the bow.  WOW. Did I say, WOW!



AND... one of the professional photographers shooting the festival... got
pictures of me on stage with them too.  http://tinyurl.com/mekvh3  I'm in 
the red "America" T-shirt.


Pictures of our show:
http://tinyurl.com/nwjbf7


David Riker
74 Midget 

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 08:37:34 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:37:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My weekend part two...no lbc.
In-Reply-To: <1BF398D00BB84B52B856E6D39F5CA834@MAIN>
References: <1BF398D00BB84B52B856E6D39F5CA834@MAIN>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908260737l1031140bgd5a6f1e09bed3c3e@mail.gmail.com>

On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 11:10 PM, David Riker<davriker at nwi.net> wrote:
> security person when it comes time to do their encore.  THEY INVITE US OUT
> TO DANCE AND SING WITH THEM ON THE ENCORE... I WAS ON STAGE SINGING
> HARMONIES WITH JEFFERSON STARSHIP!  At the end of the song, we all joined
> arm in arm for the bow.  WOW. Did I say, WOW!


Wow Indeed!  Congrats!  Sounds like an awesome time


> AND... one of the professional photographers shooting the festival... got
> pictures of me on stage with them too.  http://tinyurl.com/mekvh3  I'm in
> the red "America" T-shirt.

_BE_ _CAREFUL_ of that link - near the end of that series of pictures
one of those bogus "virus scans" came up on my PC and the only way out
of it was to reboot.

From sb.zelazoski at verizon.net  Wed Aug 26 09:14:30 2009
From: sb.zelazoski at verizon.net (Brandon Zelazoski)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:14:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <65118752428E4B499885CAB5E33C013F@D73GCN51>

I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by bugeye
while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for a
complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice on
cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped
tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice on
selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".
There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car for
you.
http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5

Thanks
Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897

From CAWS52803 at aol.com  Wed Aug 26 12:13:55 2009
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:13:55 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com>

Brandon .... Don't do it!
I bought my first Bugeye while my children were small and then before I 
knew it, they were of driving age and now only a short time later they are all 
grown up and my grandkids are eyeing it.
 
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Wed Aug 26 12:43:25 2009
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:43:25 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com>
Message-ID: <1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

I have a 74 with 2 kids 5 and 2.B  We have worked out an arrangement where I
take one going someplace and the other I take home.B  My wife and I are
actually looking for a second midget or bugeye (that we can easily afford) so
that each parent takes a child to save on the whining and complaining and mom
and dad each get to drive.



Ryan
----- Original Message -----
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com
To: "sb zelazoski" <sb.zelazoski at verizon.net>, spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 2:13:55 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

Brandon .... Don't do it!
I bought my first Bugeye while my children were small and then before I
knew it, they were of driving age and now only a short time later they are all
grown up and my grandkids are eyeing it.
B 
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 13:04:36 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:04:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com>
	<1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>

Another vote for "If you let it go now, the chance will NOT be back".
The money you get from selling it will have disappeared without a
trace in a couple of months. You will never forgive yourself. Don't do
it.
David L

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Wed Aug 26 13:13:15 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:13:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C6BAD75B.18347%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Don't make such a major decision without knowing all of your options.
How much can you get for the kids?
BZ...still searching ebay every month for the last two vehicles I got rid
of.

From pchast at francomm.com  Wed Aug 26 13:17:19 2009
From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:17:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <C6BAD75B.18347%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6BAD75B.18347%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <op.uzaai5r7sjevdj@pete200>

He Heh

I've got to agree.... I was sorry I sold my midget when the kids were that  
age. they loved it and it was 10 years more before I got another.........

Pete
2 on blocks.


On Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:13:15 -0400, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>  
wrote:

>
> Don't make such a major decision without knowing all of your options.
> How much can you get for the kids?
> BZ...still searching ebay every month for the last two vehicles I got rid
> of.
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 26 13:34:22 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:34:22 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com>
	<1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W122E6FE5CB5DA1F6029D43B8F70@phx.gbl>

Funny, that's what a friend told me when I told him I was getting married ...

> Don't do it.
> David L

From sb.zelazoski at verizon.net  Wed Aug 26 13:36:35 2009
From: sb.zelazoski at verizon.net (Brandon Zelazoski)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:36:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
References: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com>
	<1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D9248648BBF14A4CBEA9093F6761B204@D73GCN51>

So you're saying that in 15 years or so I may want it back, give the owner 
$250,000 and free pizza to every spridget owner just to get it back?  Its 
been known to happen, see:  http://tinyurl.com/mxlywv

Brandon

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Wed Aug 26 14:22:59 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:22:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>

Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

 

 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 8:15 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

 

I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by
bugeye

while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for a

complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice on

cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped

tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice on

selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".

There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car
for

you.

http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5

 

Thanks

Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897
You are subscribed as b-evans at earthlink.net

 

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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 14:27:47 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:27:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
Message-ID: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>

> What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
> into 5 equal pieces?

That was Solomon, not Job.

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Wed Aug 26 14:51:26 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:51:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>,
	<402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A95A04E.14432.18E9CC3@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I thought that was a 'Job' Lot  <ouch!>

On 26 Aug 2009 at 15:27, David Lieb wrote:

>> > What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be
>> > cut up into 5 equal pieces?
>> 
>> That was Solomon, not Job.


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Wed Aug 26 15:22:05 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:22:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
	<402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <B65C9C13-9CFD-4AE7-803B-72276879F105@comcast.net>

Right.. Job did the iPhone..

Lester


On Aug 26, 2009, at 3:27 PM, David Lieb wrote:

>> What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be  
>> cut up
>> into 5 equal pieces?
>
> That was Solomon, not Job.
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Wed Aug 26 15:26:08 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:26:08 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <D9248648BBF14A4CBEA9093F6761B204@D73GCN51>
References: <d50.55dee5ea.37c6d563@aol.com><1764376101.251831251312205987.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><402188520908261204h27cade61o92621448b3ae6cd4@mail.gmail.com>
	<D9248648BBF14A4CBEA9093F6761B204@D73GCN51>
Message-ID: <7B1F375D2A0B4084A7DF59F818CA7D34@spider>

I have learned with cars that you can't go back. 
So I hold on even tighter now ...except for the Spridget I've got to unload.
...bill in oregon
==========================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 12:37 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

So you're saying that in 15 years or so I may want it back, give the owner 
$250,000 and free pizza to every spridget owner just to get it back?  Its 
been known to happen, see:  http://tinyurl.com/mxlywv

Brandon
_______________________________________________

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Wed Aug 26 15:30:47 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:30:47 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
Message-ID: <94514212C12F4051838875F40D0D6C8A@spider>

Invest in four more Sprites....
=====================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert Evans
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 1:23 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net; 'Brandon Zelazoski'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

From abcoz at hky.com  Wed Aug 26 15:32:41 2009
From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:32:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <65118752428E4B499885CAB5E33C013F@D73GCN51>
References: <65118752428E4B499885CAB5E33C013F@D73GCN51>
Message-ID: <B27B098BEE024C21A2FB80BF381A098A@OwnerPC>

Unless you are really desperate for cash (which, as another lister said, 
will be gone in a month or two), don't sell that car.
My youngest son, now 24, literally grew up in our Midget, which we've had 
for 27 years.  The memories of our times together in that Midget are 
priceless (like the many soakings we've gotten, because I was always 
reluctant to put the top up for anything less than a full monsoon).  When 
I'm too old & stiff to get behind the wheel, any more, I know my son will be 
delighted to take over ownership and will cherish that car & the memories it 
evokes long after I'm gone.
Hopefully, that day is a long way off, and I can still take delight in the 
annual thrashing I give my son, in The Roadster Factory Summer Party 
autocross each summer ;)
Brandon, I urge you not to give up something that could be such a wonderful 
experience to share with your family.  Don't do it!
Bud Osbourne
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Brandon Zelazoski" <sb.zelazoski at verizon.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 11:14 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye


> I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by 
> bugeye
> while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for 
> a
> complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice 
> on
> cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped
> tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice 
> on
> selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".
> There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car 
> for
> you.
> http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5
>
> Thanks
> Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897

From spritenut at comcast.net  Wed Aug 26 15:42:48 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:42:48 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <B27B098BEE024C21A2FB80BF381A098A@OwnerPC>
References: <65118752428E4B499885CAB5E33C013F@D73GCN51>
	<B27B098BEE024C21A2FB80BF381A098A@OwnerPC>
Message-ID: <4A95AC58.7010400@comcast.net>

When my second child came along, I bought my wife a Sprite so we could 
each take a kid in a Sprite.
Now those kids are grown up, my son has his own kid. But they each have 
their own Sprite and there is that "child seat" for the Bugeye. ;)
As soon as my grandson fits in it, he'll be riding in a Sprite too.
We put him in the seat the other night, he's still too small, only 6 
weeks old. But when he grows a little more......

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Wed Aug 26 16:24:27 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:24:27 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <1221583796-1251325469-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-191222466-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Have you considered being buried in it, or just leave it to me.  Either way they'll all be equally happy.
Drew
------Original Message------
From: Robert Evans
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Spridgets
To: 'Brandon Zelazoski'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Sent: Aug 26, 2009 4:22 PM

Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

 

 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 8:15 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

 

I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by
bugeye

while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for a

complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice on

cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped

tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice on

selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".

There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car
for

you.

http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5

 

Thanks

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From andrewpayne at intrex.net  Wed Aug 26 16:27:52 2009
From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (andrewpayne at intrex.net)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:27:52 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <217444429-1251325670-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1555954320-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Oh no.  I've learned that the old cars DO come back.  Like a bad penny!
Drew
------Original Message------
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Sent: Aug 26, 2009 5:26 PM

I have learned with cars that you can't go back. 
So I hold on even tighter now ...except for the Spridget I've got to unload.
...bill in oregon
==========================================================
-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 12:37 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

So you're saying that in 15 years or so I may want it back, give the owner 
$250,000 and free pizza to every spridget owner just to get it back?  Its 
been known to happen, see:  http://tinyurl.com/mxlywv

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Aug 26 16:57:09 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:57:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP983CC86306A385AF2A367AB8F70@phx.gbl>

Start buying!  You know where there's one for sale!!!

-----Original Message-----
From: Robert Evans

Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

 

 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 8:15 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

 

I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by
bugeye

while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for a

complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice on

cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped

tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice on

selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".

There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car
for

you.

http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5

 

Thanks

Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Wed Aug 26 17:24:52 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:24:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] CM Midget Project
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA94029222A0@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

C'mon!  We're talkin' chump change. I TIP my engine builder that kind of
money.



Yours, for bright and shiney teeth,

Dr. J

"The World's Fastest Cheese-powered Sprite"



>Message: 10

Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:55:05 -0700 (PDT)

From: Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com>

Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project

To: spridgets at autox.team.net, Paul Baker <paulbaker53 at yahoo.co.uk>

Message-ID: <471056.28921.qm at web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii





You can build an honest 112 horsepower for under $5K, and it will run at
7500 RPM for 3 years, 3 races and 1 lap. $11.5K will buy you a Huffaker
or Bauchman motor built at their $100 per hour shop rate. I talked to a
guy last week selling a Prather built race engine for $8,000, dyno time
only. He has receipts for $10,700 without carbs, intake or exhaust. It
dyno'd at 134bhp on an allegedly accurate dyno. $11.5K for a street
motor is ridiculous.



Ron

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Wed Aug 26 17:30:12 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:30:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <706220.52917.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Those Biblical references can be confusing.  He was probably thinking he
needed the patience of Job to own a bugeye!

--- On Wed, 8/26/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
To: "Robert Evans" <b-evans at earthlink.net>, "Spridgets"
<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 4:27 PM

> What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
> into 5 equal pieces?

That was Solomon, not Job.
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From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Wed Aug 26 17:32:22 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:32:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
Message-ID: <D90562E192984409AE0EC7C5F6CB660B@MAINCOMPUTER>

Why don't you request burial in the sprite?

Everybody will come to see that funeral.

Jim F.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Evans" <b-evans at earthlink.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>; "'Brandon Zelazoski'" 
<sb.zelazoski at verizon.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:22 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye


> Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
> the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
> handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, 
> I
> have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them! 
> What
> am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
> not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
> their lives?
>
>
>
> What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
> into 5 equal pieces?
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brandon Zelazoski
> Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 8:15 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
>
>
>
> I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by
> bugeye
>
> while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for 
> a
>
> complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice 
> on
>
> cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped
>
> tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice 
> on
>
> selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".
>
> There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car
> for
>
> you.
>
> http://tinyurl.com/lodtf5
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
> Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897
> You are subscribed as b-evans at earthlink.net
>
>
>
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From dwramsey at att.net  Wed Aug 26 17:43:35 2009
From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:43:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
Message-ID: <20090826234348.0E83F187682@autox.team.net>

As president of the National Auto Museum we would be glad to accept your car
as a tax deductible donation. You could then buy your grandsons each new
cars that are separate but equal.
		Crash
		  


Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Wed Aug 26 17:49:24 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:49:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <706220.52917.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
	<706220.52917.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CD77CF59C49548E3997F92B278372FD1@spider>

Then there was Methuselah who needed his 969 years to get his Spridget on
the road. ...bill in oregon
====================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:30 PM
To: Robert Evans; Spridgets; David Lieb
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

Those Biblical references can be confusing.  He was probably thinking he
needed the patience of Job to own a bugeye!

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Wed Aug 26 17:50:50 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:50:50 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <D90562E192984409AE0EC7C5F6CB660B@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
	<D90562E192984409AE0EC7C5F6CB660B@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <C5DDD44B7F26457C9078A84A04A03E86@spider>

Already been done, but she used a Corvair shell; took two adjacent plots to
hold it. ...bill in oregon
=================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim F.
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:32 PM
To: Robert Evans; spridgets at autox.team.net; 'Brandon Zelazoski'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

Why don't you request burial in the sprite?

Everybody will come to see that funeral.

Jim F.

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Wed Aug 26 17:59:28 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:59:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <200908261943.1mGs9v3Hy3Nl3491@mx-nebolish.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <000901ca268b$01cb70e0$056252a0$@net>
	<200908261943.1mGs9v3Hy3Nl3491@mx-nebolish.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <003701ca26a9$3feaee50$bfc0caf0$@net>

Through good times and bad, through times of poverty and times of plenty, I
have refused to part with my Bugeye since I drove it sparkling new off the
lot.  You don't really think I would give it away for a lousy tax deduction
that doesn't mean spit.



-----Original Message-----
From: David Ramsey [mailto:dwramsey at att.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:44 PM
To: 'Robert Evans'
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

As president of the National Auto Museum we would be glad to accept your car
as a tax deductible donation. You could then buy your grandsons each new
cars that are separate but equal.
		Crash
		  


Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Wed Aug 26 18:04:38 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:04:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <CD77CF59C49548E3997F92B278372FD1@spider>
References: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
	<706220.52917.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<CD77CF59C49548E3997F92B278372FD1@spider>
Message-ID: <003801ca26a9$fa91d430$efb57c90$@net>

" bill in Oregon wrote:  "Then there was Methuselah who needed his 969 years
to get his Spridget on the road."


Oh, I didn't need that time.  I had 23 friends who did it in three days,
July 26-28, 2006.

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 18:22:30 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:22:30 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <003801ca26a9$fa91d430$efb57c90$@net>
References: <402188520908261327s118e8a9ckd79b4864a544df73@mail.gmail.com>
	<706220.52917.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<CD77CF59C49548E3997F92B278372FD1@spider>
	<003801ca26a9$fa91d430$efb57c90$@net>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908261722w5f75259ao113044dd0d648772@mail.gmail.com>

Bob,
Why the past tense? We still love you. And would do it again in a heartbeat.
Hal

On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 5:04 PM, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:

> " bill in Oregon wrote:  "Then there was Methuselah who needed his 969
> years
> to get his Spridget on the road."
>
>
> Oh, I didn't need that time.  I had 23 friends who did it in three days,
> July 26-28, 2006.
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From dwramsey at att.net  Wed Aug 26 18:51:20 2009
From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:51:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <003701ca26a9$3feaee50$bfc0caf0$@net>
Message-ID: <20090827005126.44E0D187682@autox.team.net>

Sorry you feel that way it would look good next to our all original iris
blue 61 bug-I since we had to sell our yellow one to pay for our sailing
program for teen girls at risk.
		Crash 

Through good times and bad, through times of poverty and times of plenty, I
have refused to part with my Bugeye since I drove it sparkling new off the
lot.  You don't really think I would give it away for a lousy tax deduction
that doesn't mean spit.

From twobees at sprynet.com  Wed Aug 26 20:24:32 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:24:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject)
Message-ID: <001401ca26bd$83998030$6401a8c0@normoffice>

"<< Geico insured by daily driver 1966 MGB for 10 years. >> 

"Agreed Value" or "Stated Value", Norm ?!?!?"

 

Too many years ago.  I really don't remember.  It was just their standard
policy, not a "collector" policy as the B was my daily driver.

Norm

From bz at topshelfcabinet.com  Sun Aug 23 15:03:13 2009
From: bz at topshelfcabinet.com (Brandon Zelazoski)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2009 16:03:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
Message-ID: <B48E8287F3374E9A9698F1855B2854B0@D73GCN51>

I've come to the realization that I won't be getting much use out of by bugeye
while my small children are growing up.  So I decided to stop my plans for a
complete restoration this winter and sell it.  You guys have great advice on
cars (and guns, cats, guitars etc...) and your knowledge has helped
tremendously in the past seven years.  If you have any comments or advice on
selling, let me know.  Hopefully, one of you has a home for "Moneypenny".
There are a lot of listers in WI who might be willing to inspect this car for
you. http://wausau.craigslist.org/cto/1338335598.html

Thanks
Brandon Zelazoski 715-216-0897
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From b-evans at earthlink.net  Wed Aug 26 21:55:38 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:55:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <4A95AC58.7010400@comcast.net>
References: <65118752428E4B499885CAB5E33C013F@D73GCN51>
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Message-ID: <005701ca26ca$3d6fd930$b84f8b90$@net>

Fortunately, Frank, our children came at a time before all the seatbelt and
car seat laws ruined their childhood!  How they did love to sit on the hump
of the boot when going for rides.  Or two being belted in the passenger
seat!  They are still among their fondest memories of childhood!  (Of
course, they also rode their bikes without a helmet, played on the school
jungle gym and monkey bars, and a myriad of other things that would today
pack me off to prison for the rest of my natural life!  But they remember
their GREAT childhood!)



-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 2:43 PM
To: Brandon Zelazoski
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

When my second child came along, I bought my wife a Sprite so we could 
each take a kid in a Sprite.
Now those kids are grown up, my son has his own kid. But they each have 
their own Sprite and there is that "child seat" for the Bugeye. ;)
As soon as my grandson fits in it, he'll be riding in a Sprite too.
We put him in the seat the other night, he's still too small, only 6 
weeks old. But when he grows a little more......

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites
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From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 21:59:27 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:59:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <1221583796-1251325469-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-191222466-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
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On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 5:24 PM, <andrewpayne at intrex.net> wrote:
> Have you considered being buried in it, or just leave it to me.

Or, if you - or anyone else for that matter - would like to donate
your Spridget to a Foster kid just let me know and I'll gladly assist!

(note the capitalization in that statement and that this particular
donation would most likely not be tax deductable)

:-)

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Wed Aug 26 22:21:48 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:21:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908262059j184d391co73f8c703f623eaac@mail.gmail.com>
References: <1221583796-1251325469-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-191222466-@bxe1008.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
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Message-ID: <006f01ca26cd$f0b6bf60$d2243e20$@net>

Jeff Foster wrote:  "Or, if you - or anyone else for that matter - would
like to donate your Spridget to a Foster kid just let me know and I'll
gladly assist!"

There ain't NO WAY you can be considered a "Foster kid"!

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Wed Aug 26 22:56:41 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:56:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
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Either way I REFUSE to grow up!

On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 11:21 PM, Robert Evans<b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:
> Jeff Foster wrote:  "Or, if you - or anyone else for that matter - would
> like to donate your Spridget to a Foster kid just let me know and I'll
> gladly assist!"
>
> There ain't NO WAY you can be considered a "Foster kid"!
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From peter at nosimport.com  Thu Aug 27 07:40:15 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:40:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Beautiful 65 Sprite for sale  in CA
Message-ID: <200908270640506.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?42,1210504


Nice car, great year


Peter C

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Thu Aug 27 08:02:08 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:02:08 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Steel Square Body Tilt front on Ebay
Message-ID: <BLU103-W21F88BDFC25BF54CEF11D8C2F60@phx.gbl>

A tilt front end for a square body ( sorry jay), in ohio.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150368134239&vi
ewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT

http://tinyurl.com/lqor45

nfi...
'
'
Brian S.
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Thu Aug 27 08:09:38 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:09:38 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Beautiful 65 Sprite for sale  in CA
In-Reply-To: <200908270640506.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <200908270640506.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <E8D5F3D7BF864E61A063E19E2CB1D4C2@HomePC>

And a good price.  Too bad I have no room.

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Peter Caldwell" <peter at nosimport.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 8:40 AM
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Beautiful 65 Sprite for sale  in CA

> http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?42,1210504
> 
> 
> Nice car, great year
> 
> 
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From bogodwin at bellsouth.net  Thu Aug 27 09:23:23 2009
From: bogodwin at bellsouth.net (bogodwin)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:23:23 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye
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I did the same thing.  I bought my BE new in 1959.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert Evans
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 7:59 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

Through good times and bad, through times of poverty and times of plenty, I
have refused to part with my Bugeye since I drove it sparkling new off the
lot.  You don't really think I would give it away for a lousy tax deduction
that doesn't mean spit.



-----Original Message-----
From: David Ramsey [mailto:dwramsey at att.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:44 PM
To: 'Robert Evans'
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] selling my bugeye

As president of the National Auto Museum we would be glad to accept your car
as a tax deductible donation. You could then buy your grandsons each new
cars that are separate but equal.
		Crash
		  


Folks may be surprised, but I would agree with you.  You should get rid of
the Sprite now, while you can.  If you have only one son and one grandson,
handing it down to the next generations will be no problem.  But, you see, I
have 5 grandsons, and ALL of them want me to leave my Sprite to them!  What
am I to do?  If I choose one grandson, I will disappoint 4 others who will
not come to my funeral, and have bitter memories toward me for the rest of
their lives?

 

What am I to do?  Play the part of Job and specify that it is to be cut up
into 5 equal pieces?
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Thu Aug 27 09:51:40 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:51:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] AutoWeek Article
Message-ID: <F6EF4A746B3745788887E99BEBC23C63@HomePC>

This is a reprint of a 1993 article about the fall of the British motor
industry.


http://www.autoweek.com/article/20090827/CARNEWS/908279996

From sb.zelazoski at verizon.net  Thu Aug 27 10:14:50 2009
From: sb.zelazoski at verizon.net (Brandon Zelazoski)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:14:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] bomb
Message-ID: <45E22C4E32AE4DFC8D333F1E01B6A930@D73GCN51>

FYI, I'm not trying to bomb the list with ads for my car.  I tried to post my
first message a few days ago and it finally showed up.

Brandon

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 27 10:42:15 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:42:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400
Message-ID: <738632.3468.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1338843724.html

Someone should grab this!

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 11:05:37 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:05:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] How do I test my Napa elect fuel pump?
Message-ID: <205cef430908271005l163e8fb7n4cc76e2c5943bb4a@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I just hopped into my Sprite and it appears the 1 yr old Napa fuel pump is
not working. I pulled it out and wanted to know how do I know it is DOA vs a
short? I have a digital OHM's meter. Could I hook it directly to my battery?
Yes I know I would have to use extreem caution as there are gas fumes.
Lin

PS My computer is extremely slow so I'm not on much anymore.

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 27 11:14:04 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:14:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400
In-Reply-To: <738632.3468.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <444937.28272.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Must be meant for someone on this list, it needs "mew gas"

--- On Thu, 8/27/09, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:


From: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400
To: Spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2009, 12:42 PM


http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1338843724.html

Someone should grab this!
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Aug 27 11:18:14 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:18:14 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] How do I test my Napa elect fuel pump?
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908271005l163e8fb7n4cc76e2c5943bb4a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271005l163e8fb7n4cc76e2c5943bb4a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <F76B81BD834043148C0A594BDE34CE6F@spider>

An ohm meter should show some resistence. The electronics in there could be
fried; putting your battery across it will be run/no run best test. They
should not crap out at a year.  China Syndrome?  ...bill in oregon
===============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Grunthaner
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:06 AM
To: Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] How do I test my Napa elect fuel pump?

List,
I just hopped into my Sprite and it appears the 1 yr old Napa fuel pump is
not working. I pulled it out and wanted to know how do I know it is DOA vs a
short? I have a digital OHM's meter. Could I hook it directly to my battery?
Yes I know I would have to use extreem caution as there are gas fumes.
Lin

PS My computer is extremely slow so I'm not on much anymore.
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Aug 27 11:18:55 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:18:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400
In-Reply-To: <444937.28272.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <738632.3468.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<444937.28272.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5E2C21295A654046A5656E9D8B499784@spider>

Mew, mew.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:14 AM
To: Spridgets at autox.team.net; Edward Perez
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400

Must be meant for someone on this list, it needs "mew gas"

--- On Thu, 8/27/09, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:


From: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Helluva deal on a '77 MGB $400
To: Spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2009, 12:42 PM


http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1338843724.html

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From oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com  Thu Aug 27 12:06:43 2009
From: oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com (James Lempe)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:06:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] A frame (Wishbone) rebuild
Message-ID: <688375.89613.qm@web45713.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Hi Gang,
 
I'm replacing the drum brakes on my BE with disc brakes.  The threads in the
"A" frame (wishbone)  where the Fulcrum pin holds the king pin are badly
worn.  I can put in the old fulcrum pin but it's loose.  A new fulcrum pin
will not tread in.
 
Question:  Does anyone on the list know of someone who rebuilds or can
rethread these parts?
 
Jim, Homer Alaska
AN5L26749
HAN8L52348
HAN8L63995

A penny saved is a government oversite!

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 15:48:34 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:48:34 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] A frame (Wishbone) rebuild
In-Reply-To: <688375.89613.qm@web45713.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <688375.89613.qm@web45713.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908271448i7044332cga5da1b7f710f26de@mail.gmail.com>

Jim,
If a new fulcrum pin does not thread in you may have the wrong pin.  How
many wishbones do you need?  I have one rebuilt one I obtained from Mr. ED
several years ago and didn't install.  I got two, then could only find one
in my garage, I gave up (figured it was in that cardboard box I dropped in
the recycling) and ordered another.  Several years later a teenager, whose
eyes were faster than his car, grew tired of waiting in the left turn lane
and  made a radical left turn in front of me causing me to apply the brakes
way harder than normal.  Fortunately, I was in my beater and the resulting
contact left a lasting impression on his right rear but no noticeable damage
to my car.  When I got home there was the wayward A-frame in the passenger
footwell of my car.  Go figure.
If you want it, make me an offer.  I will throw in a fulcrum pin that goes
in just about like the new ones I installed on FROG AYE (and a new pin I got
from one of the usual suspects--not a list member-- that doesn't fit!)
Hal

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 11:06 AM, James Lempe <oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com>wrote:

> Hi Gang,
>
> I'm replacing the drum brakes on my BE with disc brakes.  The threads in
> the
> "A" frame (wishbone)  where the Fulcrum pin holds the king pin are badly
> worn.  I can put in the old fulcrum pin but it's loose.  A new fulcrum pin
> will not tread in.
>
> Question:  Does anyone on the list know of someone who rebuilds or can
> rethread these parts?
>
> Jim, Homer Alaska
> AN5L26749
> HAN8L52348
> HAN8L63995
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 18:45:16 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:45:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] wrong hub
Message-ID: <205cef430908271745i720e4b67q6006ebd1b7241797@mail.gmail.com>

I just got through modifying a wheel puller plate to remove my steering
wheel puller and now that the steering wheel is off ugh the hub is wrong.
Who has hubs to fit wooden wheels? Do I send them a template of my wheel?
Lin

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 18:48:08 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:48:08 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
Message-ID: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>

I got my new made in the  good old USA (other was from China (enough said)
and now I see one headlight is dim and the other bright. I thought lights
were ether on or off when bad. Any ideas? When I get back home I'll clean
with sandpaper the terminals anything else I can try?
Lin

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 18:49:30 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:49:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>

woops I must proof read that was a USA fuel pump. Sorry for the confusion.
The store also had a made in Mexico pump but I have finally learned.
Lin

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 8:48 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> I got my new made in the  good old USA (other was from China (enough said)
> and now I see one headlight is dim and the other bright. I thought lights
> were ether on or off when bad. Any ideas? When I get back home I'll clean
> with sandpaper the terminals anything else I can try?
> Lin

From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Thu Aug 27 19:16:20 2009
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:16:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.co
  m>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <200908280117.n7S1GmoA009859@mail.usimperio.com>

Ground is bad on the dim one

Dave


At 08:48 PM 8/27/2009, you wrote:
>I got my new made in the  good old USA (other was from China (enough said)
>and now I see one headlight is dim and the other bright. I thought lights
>were ether on or off when bad. Any ideas? When I get back home I'll clean
>with sandpaper the terminals anything else I can try?
>Lin
>________________

From PAsgeirsson at att.net  Thu Aug 27 19:11:43 2009
From: PAsgeirsson at att.net (Paul Asgeirsson)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:11:43 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>

Hi Lin,

Uummm, you installed a fuel pump and now the headlights are dim?

Maybe a big short circuit?  Could be a poor ground at the headlight wiring.

Carry a fire extinguisher?  Run for the hills? Check out the headlight
grounds.

Paul A

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Linda Grunthaner" <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 5:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low light


> woops I must proof read that was a USA fuel pump. Sorry for the confusion.
> The store also had a made in Mexico pump but I have finally learned.
> Lin
>
> On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 8:48 PM, Linda Grunthaner
<grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:
>
> > I got my new made in the  good old USA (other was from China (enough
said)
> > and now I see one headlight is dim and the other bright. I thought
lights
> > were ether on or off when bad. Any ideas? When I get back home I'll
clean
> > with sandpaper the terminals anything else I can try?
> > Lin
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 19:32:35 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:32:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
	<001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
Message-ID: <402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>

> Carry a fire extinguisher?  Run for the hills? Check out the headlight
> grounds.

If it is a bad ground, you should be able to see both filaments in the
dim headlight glowing. Otherwise it is probably a bad connection in
one of the bullet sleeves.
David L

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 21:03:18 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:03:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
	<001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
	<402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>

OK in the AM I'll clean the bullet connectors and use dielectric grease but
I am surprised they would give any light at all as I thought with bulbs in
general they are ether on or off.
Lin

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 9:32 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> > Carry a fire extinguisher?  Run for the hills? Check out the headlight
> > grounds.
>
> If it is a bad ground, you should be able to see both filaments in the
> dim headlight glowing. Otherwise it is probably a bad connection in
> one of the bullet sleeves.
> David L
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 21:19:45 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:19:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Beautiful 65 Sprite for sale in CA
In-Reply-To: <E8D5F3D7BF864E61A063E19E2CB1D4C2@HomePC>
References: <200908270640506.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<E8D5F3D7BF864E61A063E19E2CB1D4C2@HomePC>
Message-ID: <205cef430908272019k6c090e1fyef6ebc875982ba21@mail.gmail.com>

She is a stunning car and yes a great price. Wish I had the room I really
like black.
Lin

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 10:09 AM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>wrote:

> And a good price.  Too bad I have no room.
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Peter Caldwell" <peter at nosimport.com>
> Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 8:40 AM
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Beautiful 65 Sprite for sale  in CA
>
>  http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?42,1210504
>>
>>
>> Nice car, great year
>>
>>
>> Peter C
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From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 21:51:02 2009
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:51:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
	<001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
	<402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CDBE36E3-C96B-4350-BFD9-8576FD4C4E84@gmail.com>

On Aug 27, 2009, at 11:03 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>  I thought with bulbs in
> general they are ether on or off.


Linda,

Bulbs are voltage dependent.  That's why a dimmer switch works ;)

Kevin

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Aug 27 21:56:36 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:56:36 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <CDBE36E3-C96B-4350-BFD9-8576FD4C4E84@gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
	<001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
	<402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>
	<CDBE36E3-C96B-4350-BFD9-8576FD4C4E84@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908272056s1416f35ch8d7b5e2b561523e6@mail.gmail.com>

Now that makes sense.
Lin

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 11:51 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>wrote:

>
> On Aug 27, 2009, at 11:03 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
>>  I thought with bulbs in
>> general they are ether on or off.
>>
>
>
> Linda,
>
> Bulbs are voltage dependent.  That's why a dimmer switch works ;)
>
> Kevin

From duncan at pondhop.com  Thu Aug 27 22:05:09 2009
From: duncan at pondhop.com (Duncan Sinclair)
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:05:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908271748r31750dderf911a7491844196b@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908271749j1fbc5b10x4f9ef3089e62e76c@mail.gmail.com>
	<001201ca277c$824ea2e0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>
	<402188520908271832m68b3983ax4abbca665cd124ac@mail.gmail.com>
	<205cef430908272003t14998df9n7f718bad7738a1ce@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <009b01ca2794$bc2f9b00$348ed100$@com>

A dirty connection will cause increased resistance in the circuit. This will
reduce current flow and the voltage across the bulb making it dimmer than it
should be.

Thanks
Duncan


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Grunthaner
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:03 PM
To: Spridget list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low light

OK in the AM I'll clean the bullet connectors and use dielectric grease but
I am surprised they would give any light at all as I thought with bulbs in
general they are ether on or off.
Lin

On Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 9:32 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> > Carry a fire extinguisher?  Run for the hills? Check out the headlight
> > grounds.
>
> If it is a bad ground, you should be able to see both filaments in the
> dim headlight glowing. Otherwise it is probably a bad connection in
> one of the bullet sleeves.
> David L
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From cfchrist at earthlink.net  Fri Aug 28 04:52:37 2009
From: cfchrist at earthlink.net (charles christ)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:52:37 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
Message-ID: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in new england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and kevin for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit into my hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins home.  and no it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke saab block from a vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only remaining part of the car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday was the "christmas present" part of the experience for me!  
thank you all!  
chuck.
youse guys are da bestest! 

From pilotrob at msn.com  Fri Aug 28 04:59:57 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:59:57 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>

Not to bomb the list with off-list, but

..many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???

CapBob


-----Original Message-----
From: DARIEN402 at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 8:29 AM
To: pilotrob at msn.com
Subject: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR



 
  
____________________________________
 From: sjpalmer66 at optonline.net
Sent: 8/27/2009 3:10:32 A.M. Eastern  Daylight Time
Subj: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR


FYI, the B-17, B-24, and P-51 will be in White Plains this  weekend.

8/27 - 9/1   _White Plains, NY_ 
(http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&ll=41.067575,-73.704872&spn=0.047045,0.074844&z=14&iwloc=0004529f150
02a0904a67&msid=106287946817352730249.0004529f1166a804939b3)  (B-17, B-24 & 
 P-51)   Airport:  Westchester County Airport    Location: Million  Air 
(formerly West Air) 
_http://cfdn.org/cf_schedule-wof.htm_ (http://cfdn.org/cf_schedule-wof.htm) 

-- 

-  Steve

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have a  custom: when men burn a woman alive, we tie a rope around their necks 
and we  hang them. Build your funeral pyre; beside it, my carpenters will 
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From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 05:35:29 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:35:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
Message-ID: <4A97C101.1090200@justbrits.com>

I stumbled across this UK Dealer around a month ago and
got their 'Announcement' eMail this AM, so.....

For FULL List of their NEW & interesting cars
(I couple I would REALLY like to own <G>) :

**New Cars from The Kent Collection* - www.kentcarcollection.com 
<http://www.kentcarcollection.com/>*

*or for just a BJ-8:*

*http://www.kentcarcollection.com/info.php?id=113


*

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 06:31:25 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:31:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Awesome V10 BMW build]
Message-ID: <4A97CE1D.8090402@justbrits.com>

This just in from a Frogeye Shop Owner in Oz !!!!   *UN-REAL !!!!!*
Whilst NON-LBC it is just UN-believable !!!!   Enjoy !!
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: 	Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Awesome V10 BMW build
Date: 	Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:55:18 +1000
From: 	Colin Dodds <colin  AT  spriteparts.com.au>
Reply-To: 	bugeye  AT  yahoogroups.com

	


<quote>
 

G'day all

Amazing fabrication at work. Check out the welding on the exhaust 
system. It's no robot that did that, and it's unbelievable.

I really admire people who can do this sort of shit!

Colin

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=4515333&page=1 
<http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=4515333&page=1>

</quote>

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 28 06:57:57 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:57:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <424830.87603.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

And thank YOU Chuck for giving me the opportunity to see what was the smallest
damned engine I've EVER seen!

PS I still think it could have been shipped in a Flats Rate Priority Box.

Jay

--- On Fri, 8/28/09, charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net> wrote:

From: charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, August 28, 2009, 6:52 AM

well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in new
england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and kevin
for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit into my
hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins home.  and no
it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke saab block from a
vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only remaining part of the
car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday was the
"christmas present" part of the experience for me! 
thank you all! 
chuck.
youse guys are da bestest!

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 07:12:55 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:12:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <205cef430908280612n13c959e8wf076fd142e5a9526@mail.gmail.com>

Charles & List,
Wow sounds like an interesting story please tell us more and can you provide
a link with pics of this small engine & the car it came from?
Lin

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 6:52 AM, charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net>wrote:

> well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in
> new england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and
> kevin for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit
> into my hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins
> home.  and no it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke saab
> block from a vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only remaining
> part of the car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday
> was the "christmas present" part of the experience for me!
> thank you all!
> chuck.
> youse guys are da bestest!
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From breton48 at live.com  Fri Aug 28 07:38:25 2009
From: breton48 at live.com (JLC)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:38:25 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <COL107-DS8A2987A76B748711C8B35AFF50@phx.gbl>

..many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???

CapBob

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Probably... here in Colorado Springs, we have an informal LBC enthusiasts
group of 30 or so people. Two own a Stampe (one is a 1947, don't know the
date of manufacture of the other), and at least one other member has a pilot
license and is interested in old planes.

JLC

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 07:40:28 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:40:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908280612n13c959e8wf076fd142e5a9526@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<205cef430908280612n13c959e8wf076fd142e5a9526@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908280640q32308ae9n3ec84ab6588ea4c1@mail.gmail.com>

Yeah, Chuck...   Use a Zoom lens so we can actually see it....    ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 6:12 AM, Linda Grunthaner
<grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> Charles & List,
> Wow sounds like an interesting story please tell us more and can you
> provide
> a link with pics of this small engine & the car it came from?
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 6:52 AM, charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net
> >wrote:
>
> > well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in
> > new england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and
> > kevin for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit
> > into my hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins
> > home.  and no it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke
> saab
> > block from a vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only
> remaining
> > part of the car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday
> > was the "christmas present" part of the experience for me!
> > thank you all!
> > chuck.
> > youse guys are da bestest!
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
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Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 07:46:44 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:46:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <674724.63389.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Those old funky 2 stroke Saabs are VERY cool. It's been years since I've seen
one.  There was a guy in Nashville that had a bunch of them.  Used to show up
at SCCA autocrosses (this was at least 25 years ago) and have a blast with his
little blue smoke trail following behind. If I remember right,
these engines only have 7 moving parts: 3 pistons, 3 rods, 1 crank.
 
What are you putting the engine in?  92?, 93?, early Sonnet? or something
really rare like a GT750?  Please provide a link to some photos or something. 
We (or at least I) need more details!
 
David Booker
Lover of all quirky little cars
Long Island

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 07:51:26 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:51:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>

Yup.  Former pilot, Confederate Air Force member and Collins Foundation
member here....
I have hours in B25 Mitchell, Martin A26 Invader, AT6-J Texan and Mitzubishi
A6M Zero. Passenger in B17, B24, P51, Northrup P61, and HE-111 (w/RR
engines).

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 3:59 AM, Robert E. Shlafer <pilotrob at msn.com> wrote:

> Not to bomb the list with off-list, but
>
> ..many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???
>
>
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 28 08:13:44 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:13:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <971699.10066.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I saw the B-52's at the Oxford Ale House in New Haven back in 1978.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
61 Innocenti Spider
63 Pink Sprite
73 Morris Mini Van

--- On Fri, 8/28/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
To: "Robert E. Shlafer" <pilotrob at msn.com>
Cc: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net, bugeye at yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, August 28, 2009, 9:51 AM

 Passenger in B17, B24, P51, Northrup P61, and HE-111 (w/RR
engines).

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 08:18:09 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:18:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <971699.10066.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>
	<971699.10066.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908280718o64a03e3dna0bebb273e94da54@mail.gmail.com>

;-)

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 7:13 AM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> I saw the B-52's at the Oxford Ale House in New Haven back in 1978.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 28 08:28:15 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:28:15 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <971699.10066.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>
	<971699.10066.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W26FD0D7D6CCC174E50D4F5B8F50@phx.gbl>

I saw them too, in Mosport at Heatwave in '80.  It was a heatwave too.  That's
one concert that I wish that I had more memories of.



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heatwave_(festival)



RD

> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:13:44 -0700
> From: jfishbein at snet.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
>
> I saw the B-52's at the Oxford Ale House in New Haven back in 1978.
>
> Jay Fishbein
> Wallingford, CT
> 61 Innocenti Spider
> 63 Pink Sprite
> 73 Morris Mini Van
>
> --- On Fri, 8/28/09, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
> Passenger in B17, B24, P51, Northrup P61, and HE-111 (w/RR
> engines).

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 08:39:18 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:39:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <4A97C101.1090200@justbrits.com>
References: <4A97C101.1090200@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 6:35 AM, Sales at " Just Brits " <
sales at justbrits.com> wrote:

> I stumbled across this UK Dealer around a month ago and
> got their 'Announcement' eMail this AM, so.....
>


Call it an "announcement" (sic) if you wish ... I'd never heard of them
before, yet I got their email too.  I call it SPAM.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 28 08:49:15 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:49:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Me too. Where did they get addresses?

The only SPAM I like is the kind in the can.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

--- On Fri, 8/28/09, Jeff Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:
 I'd never heard of them
before, yet I got their email too.  I call it SPAM.

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Fri Aug 28 09:19:19 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:19:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
In-Reply-To: <980230174.3976151251219065702.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <980230174.3976151251219065702.JavaMail.root@sz0098a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W2891E7C21C088514E02DFBC2F50@phx.gbl>

Find a way to get them to Frank's guy, Walt in NJ.
Does real nice work at very reasonable prices!

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:51:05 +0000
> From: kramer.allen at comcast.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] Seat Cushions
>
> It looks like it is time to replace the seat cushions in my bugeye. What are
my options other than the Moss replacements? Any comments regarding the Moss
replacements?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Allen
>
> 1960 Bugeye
> _______________________________________________
>

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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 09:21:58 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:21:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <674724.63389.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<674724.63389.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <205cef430908280821x65c6f1fem96c59bf89173a27@mail.gmail.com>

David, I like your signature "Lover of all quirky little cars"

Charles can you send us a link of similar cars of the year & model  of your
Saab so I can get a visual?
Lin

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:46 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Those old funky 2 stroke Saabs are VERY cool. It's been years since I've
> seen
> one.  There was a guy in Nashville that had a bunch of them.  Used to show
> up
> at SCCA autocrosses (this was at least 25 years ago) and have a blast with
> his
> little blue smoke trail following behind. If I remember right,
> these engines only have 7 moving parts: 3 pistons, 3 rods, 1 crank.
>
> What are you putting the engine in?  92?, 93?, early Sonnet? or something
> really rare like a GT750?  Please provide a link to some photos or
> something.
> We (or at least I) need more details!
>
> David Booker
> Lover of all quirky little cars
> Long Island
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 28 09:30:29 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:30:29 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908280821x65c6f1fem96c59bf89173a27@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<674724.63389.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 
	<205cef430908280821x65c6f1fem96c59bf89173a27@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W422D8CA55C32A46BC3D849B8F50@phx.gbl>

google: "Charles Christ SAAB"



http://www.vintagesaab.com/vsrg/newsarchives/article02282003.html

http://www.vintagesaab.com/vsrg/templatelinks/vsrgdrivers.html#charleschrist

http://www.vintagesaab.com/vsrg/templatelinks/vsrgsaabs.html#CChrist196093F



Note that his father had one also and that 'may' be a clue ... but, I don't
know.



RD

> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:21:58 -0400
> From: grunthaner at gmail.com
> To: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] list thank you!
>
> David, I like your signature "Lover of all quirky little cars"
>
> Charles can you send us a link of similar cars of the year & model of your
> Saab so I can get a visual?
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:46 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > Those old funky 2 stroke Saabs are VERY cool. It's been years since I've
> > seen
> > one. There was a guy in Nashville that had a bunch of them. Used to show
> > up
> > at SCCA autocrosses (this was at least 25 years ago) and have a blast
with
> > his
> > little blue smoke trail following behind. If I remember right,
> > these engines only have 7 moving parts: 3 pistons, 3 rods, 1 crank.
> >
> > What are you putting the engine in? 92?, 93?, early Sonnet? or something
> > really rare like a GT750? Please provide a link to some photos or
> > something.
> > We (or at least I) need more details!
> >
> > David Booker
> > Lover of all quirky little cars
> > Long Island
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 10:07:32 2009
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:07:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone try this tip on vinyl?
Message-ID: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I was looking for info on using vaseline instead of dielectric grease on
connectors, yes I know I should just get the right stuff and not be cheap.
And I found this post on a cycle forums on using vaseline on vinyl.

"I've used vaseline to restore vinyl parts like motorcycle seats and car
dashes for years.  Take your seat and cover with vaseline and let it sit in
the sun till well liquefied.  It wipes off to an as new finish and the
petroleum components supposedly replace some of the natural oils that have
oxidized out.  Wipe it off for an natural looking as new finish with none of
the silicone slipperies and feel the flexibility in the material.  I also
use on the rubber bushings that sidecover studs plug into....."

found here:
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=19293.0

Lin

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 10:14:41 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:14:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>
	<64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:49 AM, Jay Fishbein<jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> Me too. Where did they get addresses?

Me four.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 28 10:18:20 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:18:20 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>
	<64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> 
	<402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2397F36082B5ED37EFB552B8F50@phx.gbl>

I also.  I'm thinking that ED sold them the addresses!  ;)

> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:14:41 -0500
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:49 AM, Jay Fishbein<jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> > Me too. Where did they get addresses?
>
> Me four.

From bkitterer at me.com  Fri Aug 28 10:21:41 2009
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:21:41 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>
	<64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8A8657B0-3E25-4995-A6BD-CAEA8225E38E@me.com>

Me five or six

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition

On Aug 28, 2009, at 9:14 AM, David Lieb wrote:

> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:49 AM, Jay Fishbein<jfishbein at snet.net>  
> wrote:
>> Me too. Where did they get addresses?
>
> Me four.
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From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 10:23:21 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:23:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W2397F36082B5ED37EFB552B8F50@phx.gbl>
References: <8de85a9c0908280739t5574059coeb610347616048f2@mail.gmail.com>
	<64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> 
	<402188520908280914g12b65eebvfd466586013a32b0@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W2397F36082B5ED37EFB552B8F50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <436592.96641.qm@web33706.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I'm thinking they came from the White House.....  I hear they have an uncanny ability to spam.




________________________________
From: "robertduquette at sympatico.ca" <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 9:18:20 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Interesting......

I also.  I'm thinking that ED sold them the addresses!  ;)

> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:14:41 -0500
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:49 AM, Jay Fishbein<jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> > Me too. Where did they get addresses?
>
> Me four.
You are subscribed as eap2140 at yahoo.com

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From stevenm at optonline.net  Fri Aug 28 10:39:44 2009
From: stevenm at optonline.net (Steven Michelsen)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:39:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
References: <424830.87603.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <67E2233C2A18460980CBB18A1A2A4D8D@1705n3>

Jay,

Small?  Come to NJ and see a Subaru 360's engine...
www.mysubaru360.com

http://home.arcor.de/goep8/360/360photo_dateien/035.jpg
http://home.arcor.de/goep8/360/Subaru360/58.jpg

Steve
78 Midget, etc.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 8:57 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] list thank you!


> And thank YOU Chuck for giving me the opportunity to see what was the 
> smallest
> damned engine I've EVER seen!
>
> PS I still think it could have been shipped in a Flats Rate Priority Box.
>
> Jay
>
> --- On Fri, 8/28/09, charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net> wrote:
>
> From: charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, August 28, 2009, 6:52 AM
>
> well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in 
> new
> england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and 
> kevin
> for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit into 
> my
> hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins home.  and 
> no
> it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke saab block from a
> vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only remaining part of the
> car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday was the
> "christmas present" part of the experience for me!
> thank you all!
> chuck.
> youse guys are da bestest!
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Fri Aug 28 10:43:48 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:43:48 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY116-DAV10A4DE00FFD8CA730C1AA0D4F50@phx.gbl>
	<43840a7e0908280651t60896640u2e0f78372716e9c9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A980944.20206@wi.net>

Me too.  14 years with 4 other guys restoring the EAA's B-25 here in 
Burlington WI.  It was the General's plane in "Catch 22", the Berlin 
Express and painted differently on the other side to be used as a 
squadron bomber.  Originally Barbara Hutton's gift to her boyfriend.  
Fun time.  Also worked on XP51 (prototype with Maytag Allison), P-51D, 
B-17G "Aluminum Overcast", Spanish BF109, Ford Trimotor, AT6, P-64, Waco 
10 with OX-5, DeHavilland Rapide, Grumman Duck, and other assorted 
planes.  Got the bug from my dad who worked at North American in 
Inglewood during WW2.

Wish I could be at Westchester aerodrome.  Really would like to get to 
Rhinebeck too.

Dave W.


Jim Johnson wrote:
> Yup.  Former pilot, Confederate Air Force member and Collins Foundation
> member here....
> I have hours in B25 Mitchell, Martin A26 Invader, AT6-J Texan and Mitzubishi
> A6M Zero. Passenger in B17, B24, P51, Northrup P61, and HE-111 (w/RR
> engines).
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 3:59 AM, Robert E. Shlafer <pilotrob at msn.com> wrote:
>
>   
>> Not to bomb the list with off-list, but
>>
>> ..many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 10:46:34 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:46:34 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone try this tip on vinyl?
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908280946o4bc289c5x30f145f143b95e90@mail.gmail.com>

And don't wear light colored slacks the first time you sit on the
seats.....    ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:07 AM, Linda Grunthaner
<grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> List,
> I was looking for info on using vaseline instead of dielectric grease on
> connectors, yes I know I should just get the right stuff and not be cheap.
> And I found this post on a cycle forums on using vaseline on vinyl.
>
> "I've used vaseline to restore vinyl parts like motorcycle seats and car
> dashes for years.  Take your seat and cover with vaseline and let it sit in
> the sun till well liquefied.  It wipes off to an as new finish and the
> petroleum components supposedly replace some of the natural oils that have
> oxidized out.  Wipe it off for an natural looking as new finish with none
> of
> the silicone slipperies and feel the flexibility in the material.  I also
> use on the rubber bushings that sidecover studs plug into....."
>
> found here:
> http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=19293.0
>
> Lin
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 10:50:15 2009
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:50:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone try this tip on vinyl?
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4333f8140908280950l7f4ca944nad29808ab1437ab8@mail.gmail.com>

Hey, great idea.  All the "natural oils" are missing from FROG AYE's top and
tonneau, guess I'll have to nip over to the chemist and pick up some
petroleum jelly....
Hal


On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:07 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> List,
> I was looking for info on using vaseline instead of dielectric grease on
> connectors, yes I know I should just get the right stuff and not be cheap.
> And I found this post on a cycle forums on using vaseline on vinyl.
>
> "I've used vaseline to restore vinyl parts like motorcycle seats and car
> dashes for years.  Take your seat and cover with vaseline and let it sit in
> the sun till well liquefied.  It wipes off to an as new finish and the
> petroleum components supposedly replace some of the natural oils that have
> oxidized out.  Wipe it off for an natural looking as new finish with none
> of
> the silicone slipperies and feel the flexibility in the material.  I also
> use on the rubber bushings that sidecover studs plug into....."
>
> found here:
> http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=19293.0
>
> Lin
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 28 10:53:07 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:53:07 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone try this tip on vinyl?
In-Reply-To: <4333f8140908280950l7f4ca944nad29808ab1437ab8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <205cef430908280907y1a366717g4fea7ef4799d85ab@mail.gmail.com>
	<4333f8140908280950l7f4ca944nad29808ab1437ab8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W31DD180CA6D8CDA09FE482B8F50@phx.gbl>

They're going to look at you funny.  Don't start the explanation by saying
it's for your Frog.  ;)



> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:50:15 -0700
>
> Hey, great idea. All the "natural oils" are missing from FROG AYE's top and
> tonneau, guess I'll have to nip over to the chemist and pick up some
> petroleum jelly....
> Hal
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:07 AM, Linda Grunthaner
<grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:
>
> > List,
> > I was looking for info on using vaseline instead of dielectric grease on
> > connectors, yes I know I should just get the right stuff and not be
cheap.
> > And I found this post on a cycle forums on using vaseline on vinyl.
> >
> > "I've used vaseline to restore vinyl parts like motorcycle seats and car
> > dashes for years. Take your seat and cover with vaseline and let it sit
in
> > the sun till well liquefied. It wipes off to an as new finish and the
> > petroleum components supposedly replace some of the natural oils that
have
> > oxidized out. Wipe it off for an natural looking as new finish with none
> > of
> > the silicone slipperies and feel the flexibility in the material. I also
> > use on the rubber bushings that sidecover studs plug into....."
> >
> > found here:
> > http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=19293.0
> >
> > Lin

From racerbob70 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 11:01:18 2009
From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com (Bob Van Kirk)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:01:18 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <67E2233C2A18460980CBB18A1A2A4D8D@1705n3>
Message-ID: <231875.71215.qm@web51607.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Where's the handle for the pull rope to get it started????  LOL

--- On Fri, 8/28/09, Steven Michelsen <stevenm at optonline.net> wrote:


From: Steven Michelsen <stevenm at optonline.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] list thank you!
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Friday, August 28, 2009, 12:39 PM


Jay,

Small?  Come to NJ and see a Subaru 360's engine...
www.mysubaru360.com

http://home.arcor.de/goep8/360/360photo_dateien/035.jpg
http://home.arcor.de/goep8/360/Subaru360/58.jpg

Steve
78 Midget, etc.

----- Original Message ----- From: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 8:57 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] list thank you!


> And thank YOU Chuck for giving me the opportunity to see what was the
smallest
> damned engine I've EVER seen!
>
> PS I still think it could have been shipped in a Flats Rate Priority Box.
>
> Jay
>
> --- On Fri, 8/28/09, charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net> wrote:
>
> From: charles christ <cfchrist at earthlink.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, August 28, 2009, 6:52 AM
>
> well after well over two years , an engine block that formerly resided in
new
> england has come home to orwigsburg pa.  thank you to jay , frank and kevin
> for the efforts to retrieve , transport and safely get this odd bit into my
> hands!   i just picked up the  engine block yesterday at kevins home.  and
no
> it was not a spridget piece but a 3 cylinder two stroke saab block from a
> vintage race car long ago sold and this was the only remaining part of the
> car's sale.   lots of homework to track it down and yesterday was the
> "christmas present" part of the experience for me!
> thank you all!
> chuck.
> youse guys are da bestest!
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> You are subscribed as stevenm at optonline.net
>
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You are subscribed as racerbob70 at yahoo.com

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From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Fri Aug 28 11:02:19 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:02:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you!
In-Reply-To: <205cef430908280821x65c6f1fem96c59bf89173a27@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20028574.1251456757178.JavaMail.root@mswamui-andean.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<674724.63389.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 
	<205cef430908280821x65c6f1fem96c59bf89173a27@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W6CEC3C07D47407172145AC2F50@phx.gbl>

ED has pictures of chuck on his web site under
"Special people"

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:21:58 -0400
> From: grunthaner at gmail.com
> To: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] list thank you!
>
> David, I like your signature "Lover of all quirky little cars"
>
> Charles can you send us a link of similar cars of the year & model  of your
> Saab so I can get a visual?
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 9:46 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > Those old funky 2 stroke Saabs are VERY cool. It's been years since I've
> > seen
> > one.  There was a guy in Nashville that had a bunch of them.  Used to
show
> > up
> > at SCCA autocrosses (this was at least 25 years ago) and have a blast
with
> > his
> > little blue smoke trail following behind. If I remember right,
> > these engines only have 7 moving parts: 3 pistons, 3 rods, 1 crank.
> >
> > What are you putting the engine in?  92?, 93?, early Sonnet? or something
> > really rare like a GT750?  Please provide a link to some photos or
> > something.
> > We (or at least I) need more details!
> >
> > David Booker
> > Lover of all quirky little cars
> > Long Island
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
> >
> > You are subscribed as grunthaner at gmail.com
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From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 11:10:06 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:10:06 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] wrong hub
Message-ID: <c31.610b125a.37c9696e@aol.com>

Do you have a photo - there is more than one manufacturer of wood rim  
wheels - some still in production and some no longer made.
 
Regards
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 01:45:36 GMT Daylight Time,  
grunthaner at gmail.com writes:

Who has  hubs to fit wooden wheels? Do I send them a template of my  wheel?
Lin

From twobees at sprynet.com  Fri Aug 28 11:55:59 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:55:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets]  Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>

Bob:

You're not "bombing" the list with stuff like this.  As you know from our
conversations, I'm an radial nut as well.

Where we live down here in FLala land, we're under the landing pattern for
both Clearwater-St.Pete & Tampa airports.  Whenever the Coast Guard C130
flies over, I can't help but stop what I'm doing and listen.  Only other
regular "different" sound is from the Piaggios that fly over.  And, THEN
there is the annual visit of the B-17 & B-24.  That sound gets me outside to
watch.

I was at Bridgeport's Sikorsky Airport one year when they were there.  I
parked across the street & sat on the edge of the car's sunroof.  We were
right under the flight path for take-off.  What an experience!  I still get
chills thinking about it.  The sound is even better than a Ferrari V12 or a
honkin' American V8.  And, far better than my squeaky little 948, even at
speed with open pipe.

Cheers.

Norm Sippel
'59 Turner

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Fri Aug 28 14:10:40 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:10:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection  (Lift)
Message-ID: <4A9839C0.9090903@wi.net>

OK, got a rise out of you. ;-)

Dave Lieb offered his MaxJax lift, temporarily, to Flounder a while back 
and I switched computers in the meantime and haven't heard anything 
further.  As I'm ordering one of the lifts for my new garage, I should 
like to help with the installation, if it hasn't been installed yet.  
Best time for me is the first week in Oct.  We can talk about it at 
Elkhart too.  Just wondering...

Dave W.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 14:26:05 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:26:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
In-Reply-To: <4A9839C0.9090903@wi.net>
References: <4A9839C0.9090903@wi.net>
Message-ID: <402188520908281326r3d9afcc6m3aac354abe4b8806@mail.gmail.com>

> Dave Lieb offered his MaxJax lift, temporarily, to Flounder a while back
and
> I switched computers in the meantime and haven't heard anything further.
 As
> I'm ordering one of the lifts for my new garage, I should like to help with
> the installation, if it hasn't been installed yet.  Best time for me is the
> first week in Oct.  We can talk about it at Elkhart too.  Just wondering...

I got very little response from the selected COWSHIT members I
presented it to...

I was hoping to get it done in September... First weekend of October
is not good for me. Already have two things conflicting for that
Saturday. The weeknd before or the weekend after would be fine with
me.
David L

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Fri Aug 28 14:28:20 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:28:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>
References: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <4A983DE4.28161.15F800E@kk7ss.verizon.net>

As an ex-RAF type from way back (ground-crew not air-crew), I have 
had the pleasure(?) of working and flying on the following:-
DC2, DC3, Hudson, Balliol, Chipmunk, Mosquito, LA-1, Shackleton MK1 & 
2, Vulcan, Valiant, Victor, Canberra P3 & PR4, PT-19, Globemaster, 
Neptune, Sunderland, and a few others..

The best memory of commercial flying was a QUANTAS Super 
Constellation , best private ride was in the wicker seat of a 
DeHavilland Rapide, followed by my soloing in a Tiger Moth

But the sight and sound of the B17 that flew around the Tri-Cities 
for the Hydroplane races last month was the most recent... it threw 
my mind back to my early youth when the 8th Air Force was busy 
bombing Germany from the AF base next to our back yard...

Dammit... now see what you've done  <Grin>

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Aug 28 14:32:28 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:32:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <4A983DE4.28161.15F800E@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>
	<4A983DE4.28161.15F800E@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <ED4CB3D7E36845EBB472DA5C8BB78D5B@spider>

What! No Spitfire in your stable?  ...bill in oregon
=============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave G.
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 1:28 PM
To: Spridgets Digest
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR

As an ex-RAF type from way back (ground-crew not air-crew), I have 
had the pleasure(?) of working and flying on the following:-
DC2, DC3, Hudson, Balliol, Chipmunk, Mosquito, LA-1, Shackleton MK1 & 
2, Vulcan, Valiant, Victor, Canberra P3 & PR4, PT-19, Globemaster, 
Neptune, Sunderland, and a few others..

The best memory of commercial flying was a QUANTAS Super 
Constellation , best private ride was in the wicker seat of a 
DeHavilland Rapide, followed by my soloing in a Tiger Moth

But the sight and sound of the B17 that flew around the Tri-Cities 
for the Hydroplane races last month was the most recent... it threw 
my mind back to my early youth when the 8th Air Force was busy 
bombing Germany from the AF base next to our back yard...

Dammit... now see what you've done  <Grin>

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!
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From kk7ss at verizon.net  Fri Aug 28 14:52:48 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:52:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <ED4CB3D7E36845EBB472DA5C8BB78D5B@spider>
References: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>,
	<4A983DE4.28161.15F800E@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<ED4CB3D7E36845EBB472DA5C8BB78D5B@spider>
Message-ID: <4A9843A0.11249.175E70B@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I've sat in them many timnes while I worked on that D*mn AM VHF set 
or fixed that stupid transmit button, and I've watched them fly-by 
many, many times... but none of the selfish bastards ever asked me if 
I wanted a ride ---  <GRIN>

On 28 Aug 2009 at 13:32, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote:

>> What! No Spitfire in your stable?  ...bill in oregon


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From wsthompson at thicko.com  Fri Aug 28 15:01:18 2009
From: wsthompson at thicko.com (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:01:18 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
Message-ID: <10701925.199497.1251493278446.JavaMail.txtblapp@ip-10-250-131-129.ec2.internal>

Other than the 12th of sept., anytime is good for-me.

My 20 piece big band is playing at ELVF car show at the Osthoff.

Sent on the go from my Peek
-------------------------------------
David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> Dave Lieb offered his MaxJax lift, temporarily, to Flounder a while back
and
> I switched computers in the meantime and haven't heard anything further.
 As
> I'm ordering one of the lifts for my new garage, I should like to help with
> the installation, if it hasn't been installed yet.  Best time for me is the
> first week in Oct.  We can talk about it at Elkhart too.  Just wondering...

I got very little response from the selected COWSHIT members I
presented it to...

I was hoping to get it done in September... First weekend of October
is not good for me. Already have two things conflicting for that
Saturday. The weeknd before or the weekend after would be fine with
me.
David L
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From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:06:44 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:06:44 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
Message-ID: <bfe.675f1eb8.37c9a0e4@aol.com>

I suppose they are the same wattage?
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 04:07:16 GMT Daylight Time,  
grunthaner at gmail.com writes:

OK in  the AM I'll clean the bullet connectors and use dielectric grease but
I am  surprised they would give any light at all as I thought with bulbs  in
general they are ether on or off.
Lin

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:09:35 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:09:35 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <d62.401c2159.37c9a18f@aol.com>

One backseat trip in a F4J ex US Royal Marine Corp.
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 15:22:10 GMT Daylight Time,  
bmwwxman at gmail.com writes:

;-)

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:14:36 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:14:36 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
Message-ID: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>

Many years ago at RAF Brize Norton a vintage (WW2 era I guess) US piston  
engine flew on.  Engine note sounded like a vee-8 dragster at idle.  I  
mentioned this to a guy in the office this week who is a bit of an aviation buff  
and he said it must be a radial because there were no US twin or 4 engined 
WW2  era aircraft with a vee8 engine.  Who's wrong - him or my ears?
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
Lots of aerial engine stuff on youtube.
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 18:56:21 GMT Daylight Time,  
twobees at sprynet.com writes:

Bob:

You're not "bombing" the list with stuff like  this.

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:17:11 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:17:11 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <c3a.59b197ca.37c9a357@aol.com>

Couple of years back while hunting for stuff in a car breakers yard I was  
suddenly disturbed by a huge engine noise.  Worker at the yard looks up -  
"airshows started then" - Baginton airfield.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 21:53:06 GMT Daylight Time, kk7ss at verizon.net 
 writes:

watched  them fly-by 
many, many times.

From PAsgeirsson at att.net  Fri Aug 28 15:31:32 2009
From: PAsgeirsson at att.net (Paul Asgeirsson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:31:32 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
References: <bfe.675f1eb8.37c9a0e4@aol.com>
Message-ID: <003501ca2826$ea36ab00$f675fea9@p0k7l8>

Wattage would make little difference in the brightness, as they should be
wired parallel, not in series.

Now, if one was a 24 volt bulb versus the normal 12, that would be a
difference!

I would still look first at the ground connection.


Paul A

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com>
To: <grunthaner at gmail.com>; <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:06 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low light


> I suppose they are the same wattage?
>
> In a message dated 28/08/2009 04:07:16 GMT Daylight Time,
> grunthaner at gmail.com writes:
>
> OK in  the AM I'll clean the bullet connectors and use dielectric grease
but
> I am  surprised they would give any light at all as I thought with bulbs
in
> general they are ether on or off.
> Lin
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From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:37:23 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:37:23 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>

I know this thread has died BUT I wanted to have another look at this #11K
motor.

Well, it's not really an 11K motor at all.  It's an 8k motor  including a
cylinder head + dyno time, carbs, clutch and flywheel, etc,  etc.  So for
anyone comparing a race build motor you have to consider like  for like.  Do
the race build motor prices quoted even include a new  cylinder head and
rockers let alone include carbs, dyno time, clutch and  flywheel, starter
motor,
etc?

The one thing that doesn't make a lot of sense is a clutch disc with a
solid hub - does this mean it has no damper springs?  No need for that kind
of
clutch on a road car.

Also I'd have thought a decent thermal barrier coating on the inlet
manifold would have been money really well spent but it's omitted.

Still US$ 8K including a new head and roller rocker gear - thats not an
unreal price.

Weslake-Monza 1330

In a message dated 25/08/2009 17:26:30 GMT Daylight Time,
ladaniels at sbcglobal.net writes:

http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Aug 28 15:39:18 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:39:18 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
Message-ID: <cef.5f8dd57e.37c9a886@aol.com>

If you have 100 watts Halogen in on side of your Spridget and 80 watts the  
other side the 80 watts looks dimmer.
 
 
So if you have a 65/55 Tungsten one side and a 55/45 Tungsten the other  
side surely the 55/45 lamp unit will look dimmer?
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 22:30:07 GMT Daylight Time,  
PAsgeirsson at att.net writes:

Wattage  would make little difference in the brightness, as they should be
wired  parallel, not in series.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 28 15:39:29 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:39:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hardware question
Message-ID: <98BB438BC5784F0CB24D04203F33364A@HomePC>

Hey guys I'm putting a new Class 1 coupler on a utility trailer.  I have a
couple of 3/8 Grade 5 bolts to mount it.  Good enough or should I go get some
Grade 8?

Thanks,

LAD

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Fri Aug 28 15:51:10 2009
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim  F.)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:51:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
Message-ID: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>

Is there a better looking option than the stock midget air cleaners for my
1275? Reasonably priced??

Jim F.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 28 15:54:52 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:54:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>

Jay Fishbein wrote:
> Me too. Where did they get addresses?
>   
I got it too.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 16:03:50 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:03:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <167667.14741.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I've got a pair on ebay right now. K&N, brand new.  I bought them from APT, but they will not clear my engine bay.  I have a modified 78 with a 1275.  They cost me $140.  I have a buy it now for $120.  APT is selling these for $75 each now.  They gave me a break on the price because their on-line catalog is not up to date.  I just need to recoup some of my investment.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170376309948&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT




________________________________
From: Jim F. <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:51:10 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

Is there a better looking option than the stock midget air cleaners for my
1275? Reasonably priced??

Jim F.
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From richb at u.washington.edu  Fri Aug 28 16:08:53 2009
From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:08:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <78C4466BA1534081B09A0E6ECBA4A2B0@psych.washington.edu>

I think Ed is dragging us into his electronic hell.  I got it also.

Rich
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
Cc: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:54 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Interesting......


> Jay Fishbein wrote:
>> Me too. Where did they get addresses?
>>   
> I got it too.
> 
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
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From pythias at pacifier.com  Fri Aug 28 16:10:53 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:10:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <1904845108.20090828151053@pacifier.com>

Hello Jim,

     That depends upon YOUR definition of "reasonable".

     K&N (from www.aptfast for one) are NOT cheap (Ask Snoqualmie ED)
     but they're well worth it. Put in a couple of stub stacks and
     you're getting into some $$$$, BUT..

     It's just about the cheapest performance upgrade you can make.
     I'm not aware of anything else that will give you the kind of
     bang for a buck that this simple change makes. Not just a feel
     good enhancement but change you measure and WILL notice..

     NFI. 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Listen to sermon, THEN eat missionary! 

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 28 16:13:51 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:13:51 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Hardware question
In-Reply-To: <98BB438BC5784F0CB24D04203F33364A@HomePC>
References: <98BB438BC5784F0CB24D04203F33364A@HomePC>
Message-ID: <4A98569F.60504@comcast.net>

Larry Daniels wrote:
> Hey guys I'm putting a new Class 1 coupler on a utility trailer.  I have a
> couple of 3/8 Grade 5 bolts to mount it.  Good enough or should I go get some
> Grade 8?
>
>   
Grade 5, Grade 8 is too brittle for road vibration.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From pythias at pacifier.com  Fri Aug 28 16:13:23 2009
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:13:23 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>

Hello Frank,

     A couple of questions..

     Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?

     and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.

     If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use that
     particular product from MICROSLOP

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Whoever goes to psychiatrist should have his head examined 

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 28 16:16:15 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:16:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Car in England
In-Reply-To: <1690179789.13051.1251428192393.JavaMail.root@vms226.mailsrvcs.net>
References: <1690179789.13051.1251428192393.JavaMail.root@vms226.mailsrvcs.net>
Message-ID: <4A98572F.5050200@comcast.net>

Anybody near Bristol, England?
Reply to Christopher, not me.
Thanks
Frank


cmeccia at verizon.net wrote:
> Frank,
>  
> I may need the assistance of one of your contacts in England if all 
> goes well.  I am looking to acquire a car which is located in the 
> Bristol area.
>  
> Christopher

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Aug 28 16:18:11 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:18:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
References: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD@MAINCOMPUTER>
Message-ID: <200908281518328.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Crosland #864 or any brand that fits Triumph Spitfires with HS2 in 
the mid-60s. About 12 bucks each.
         Peter C
==
At 04:51 PM 8/28/2009, Jim  F. wrote:
>Is there a better looking option than the stock midget air cleaners for my
>1275? Reasonably priced??
>
>Jim F.

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Fri Aug 28 16:28:05 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:28:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>,
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>,
	<158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <4A9859F5.8852.1CD21CB@kk7ss.verizon.net>

I use Mailwasher as a front-end to Pegasus...

I recieved it in Mailwasher, via the Spridgets list, and deleted it 
off the ISP Mail robot before it got to Pegasus... 

On 28 Aug 2009 at 15:13, Bill L wrote:

>>     and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From hammack at GotSlack.org  Fri Aug 28 16:31:35 2009
From: hammack at GotSlack.org (Jim Hammack)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:31:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <4A9859F5.8852.1CD21CB@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>,
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>,
	<158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
	<4A9859F5.8852.1CD21CB@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <4A985AC7.20502@GotSlack.org>


From PAsgeirsson at att.net  Fri Aug 28 16:55:22 2009
From: PAsgeirsson at att.net (Paul Asgeirsson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:55:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
References: <cef.5f8dd57e.37c9a886@aol.com>
Message-ID: <005d01ca2832$a01cd380$f675fea9@p0k7l8>

Brightness would likely be the same, but there would be a lot less reach
down the road with the lower wattage light.  There is no substitute for
power, headlights included!

Some of a headlights brightness is based on the gas inside,  allowing a
higher burn temperature, not necessarily the wattage.

Try using a Xenon headlight on one side of the car, a conventional cheapy on
the other side.  They're simply different bulbs.  Won't show the same
brightness, despite one might have a higher wattage use.

Later. Paul A

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com>
To: <PAsgeirsson at att.net>; <grunthaner at gmail.com>;
<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:39 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low light


> If you have 100 watts Halogen in on side of your Spridget and 80 watts the
> other side the 80 watts looks dimmer.
>
>
> So if you have a 65/55 Tungsten one side and a 55/45 Tungsten the other
> side surely the 55/45 lamp unit will look dimmer?
>
> Weslake-Monza 1330
>
> In a message dated 28/08/2009 22:30:07 GMT Daylight Time,
> PAsgeirsson at att.net writes:
>
> Wattage  would make little difference in the brightness, as they should be
> wired  parallel, not in series.
> _______________________________________________
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From PAsgeirsson at att.net  Fri Aug 28 16:57:59 2009
From: PAsgeirsson at att.net (Paul Asgeirsson)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:57:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
References: <cef.5f8dd57e.37c9a886@aol.com>
Message-ID: <006701ca2832$fed30ac0$f675fea9@p0k7l8>

They likely will have the same temperature brightness, certainly the lower
wattage will not reach as far ahead down the road, but just as bright at the
source.

Paul A
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
  To: PAsgeirsson at att.net ; grunthaner at gmail.com ; spridgets at autox.team.net
  Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:39 PM
  Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low light


  If you have 100 watts Halogen in on side of your Spridget and 80 watts the
other side the 80 watts looks dimmer.


  So if you have a 65/55 Tungsten one side and a 55/45 Tungsten the other side
surely the 55/45 lamp unit will look dimmer?

  Weslake-Monza 1330

  In a message dated 28/08/2009 22:30:07 GMT Daylight Time,
PAsgeirsson at att.net writes:
    Wattage would make little difference in the brightness, as they should be
    wired parallel, not in series.

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Fri Aug 28 17:21:41 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:21:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <mailman.1022.1251497590.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.1022.1251497590.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A986685.6090205@sbcglobal.net>

I don't know about better looking, but for a reasonable price take a 
look at Victoria British #3-177 @ $9.95 each. They fit Mk 1 and Mk 3 
Spitfires with HS2s and bolt straight on. Looks like a K&N, but way 
cheaper and work just fine for me. You can even paint them to match the 
car or those fancy silicone hoses.

Lee


Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:51:10 -0400
From: "Jim  F." <jimndi at frontiernet.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <3EE1F7B7032849FDABCCA4A7CA618BBD at MAINCOMPUTER>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Is there a better looking option than the stock midget air cleaners for my
1275? Reasonably priced??

Jim F.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Aug 28 17:28:58 2009
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:28:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <78C4466BA1534081B09A0E6ECBA4A2B0@psych.washington.edu>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>
	<78C4466BA1534081B09A0E6ECBA4A2B0@psych.washington.edu>
Message-ID: <874878B2-3D27-4718-B8ED-17C8824F0528@snet.net>

I received the email before Ed posted to the list.

jf



On Aug 28, 2009, at 6:08 PM, "Richard Ball" <richb at u.washington.edu>  
wrote:

> I think Ed is dragging us into his electronic hell.  I got it also.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 28 17:46:51 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:46:51 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <4A986C6B.7000305@comcast.net>

Bill L wrote:
> Hello Frank,
>
>      A couple of questions..
>
>      Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?
>
>      and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.
>
>      If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use that
>      particular product from MICROSLOP
>
>   
I never use outlook, I am on Thunderbird

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From richb at u.washington.edu  Fri Aug 28 17:58:48 2009
From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:58:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
Message-ID: <6DE5D8C3F64844ED90265CC2D142F10D@psych.washington.edu>

I have a key (the little one) that fits and works in the doors and the glove
box on our Midget, but does not work in the trunk.  It fits, but does not turn
it.  So two questions.  Is there a key code on the trunk lock that I can use
to have one made?  Alternatively, can I take the lock apart and rekey it to
match the key I have?  I thought I would ask here before I remove it from the
car.

Rich Ball
'76 Midget
Everett, WA

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Fri Aug 28 18:25:27 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:25:27 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <4A986C6B.7000305@comcast.net>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
	<4A986C6B.7000305@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <54780.173.109.106.183.1251505527.squirrel@wm.wi.net>

Me too.  But I didn't get it.

Dave W.


> I never use outlook, I am on Thunderbird
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites
> _______________________________________________

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Aug 28 18:18:20 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:18:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
In-Reply-To: <6DE5D8C3F64844ED90265CC2D142F10D@psych.washington.edu>
References: <6DE5D8C3F64844ED90265CC2D142F10D@psych.washington.edu>
Message-ID: <4A9873CC.7050309@comcast.net>

Richard Ball wrote:
>  So two questions.  Is there a key code on the trunk lock that I can use
> to have one made?  Alternatively, can I take the lock apart and rekey it to
> match the key I have?  I thought I would ask here before I remove it from the
> car.
>   
Yes there is a code on the trunk lock but you need to remove it from the 
car, I do not know exactly where it is, I think on the square stem.
It will start with FS and then 3 numbers.
Or if you want, remove the guts of the lock, insert your key and file 
the tumblers that stick up until the key turns in the lock.
I do this all the time, one key, ignition, doors, and trunk. Beats 3 keys.
Later Midgets with the big keys for the ignition won't work but you can 
still have the doors and trunk matched.
Or a locksmith can do this too.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 18:29:57 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:29:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <785711.65166.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Fri, 8/28/09, Norm 2Bs <twobees at sprynet.com> wrote:
> regular "different" sound is from the Piaggios that fly

V-cool! We do quite a few P-180 parts. I passed on a trip to their Genoa factory in 2 weeks to race at Elkhart Lake. Piaggio and Elkhart are two of my favorite places.

Ron

From millerls at ado13.com  Fri Aug 28 18:42:08 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:42:08 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hardware question
In-Reply-To: <98BB438BC5784F0CB24D04203F33364A@HomePC>
References: <98BB438BC5784F0CB24D04203F33364A@HomePC>
Message-ID: <7D42065C-7AD9-448B-A321-A84A0DF1C2DF@ado13.com>

5 will bend where 8 will break.


On Aug 28, 2009, at 2:39 PM, Larry Daniels wrote:

> Hey guys I'm putting a new Class 1 coupler on a utility trailer.  I  
> have a
> couple of 3/8 Grade 5 bolts to mount it.  Good enough or should I go  
> get some
> Grade 8?
>
> Thanks,
>
> LAD

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 18:45:40 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:45:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <4A986C6B.7000305@comcast.net>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
	<4A986C6B.7000305@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A987A34.3080206@justbrits.com>

<<  I never use outlook, I am on Thunderbird   >>

Ditto !!!

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Aug 28 18:50:29 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:50:29 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <167667.14741.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C6BDC965.20656%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

>  I bought them from APT, but they will not clear my engine bay.
Are you saying your engine bay isn't the same size as all of ours?

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Aug 28 18:55:13 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:55:13 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <4A986685.6090205@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I have a pair of Stellings and Hellings that I'm not going to use. They're
about as pretty as they get.

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 19:26:08 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:26:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <C6BDC965.20656%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6BDC965.20656%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <274291.46252.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I have a 78 Midget with a 1275 transplant.  The carb is on the opposite side of the 1500.  It's a tight fit with the 2.5" air filters.




________________________________
From: Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
To: Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com>; Jim  F. <jimndi at frontiernet.net>; spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 5:50:29 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

>  I bought them from APT, but they will not clear my engine bay.
Are you saying your engine bay isn't the same size as all of ours?

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 19:27:14 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:27:14 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

This is what I'm looking for..

fox-performance.com part# 56-9055




________________________________
From: Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
To: Lee Fox <lee.fox at sbcglobal.net>; spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 5:55:13 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

I have a pair of Stellings and Hellings that I'm not going to use. They're
about as pretty as they get.
You are subscribed as eap2140 at yahoo.com

http://www.team.net/archive

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spridgets

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Aug 28 19:39:10 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:39:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <874878B2-3D27-4718-B8ED-17C8824F0528@snet.net>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net><78C4466BA1534081B09A0E6ECBA4A2B0@psych.washington.edu>
	<874878B2-3D27-4718-B8ED-17C8824F0528@snet.net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP6210C536563D7EBE545A8EB8F40@phx.gbl>

Ah!  So it's your fault!! ;)

-----Original Message-----
From: Jay Fishbein


I received the email before Ed posted to the list.

jf



On Aug 28, 2009, at 6:08 PM, "Richard Ball" <richb at u.washington.edu>  
wrote:

> I think Ed is dragging us into his electronic hell.  I got it also.

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 20:11:37 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:11:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>

<<  This is what I'm looking for..
fox-performance.com part# 56-9055 >>

Results in:

Your search for "56-9055" returned the following results..

????????????????

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Fri Aug 28 20:16:20 2009
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:16:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com><479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>

Google it Ed, just got a screen full  <G>

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Sales at " Just Brits
"
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 9:12 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

<<  This is what I'm looking for..
fox-performance.com part# 56-9055 >>

Results in:

Your search for "56-9055" returned the following results..

????????????????
You are subscribed as cmanuel at wi.rr.com

http://www.team.net/archive

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spridgets

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 20:18:55 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:18:55 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com><479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
	<BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
Message-ID: <422926.81801.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

It's not that hard to find....

http://www.jegs.com/i/K%26amp%3BN/599/56-9055/10002/-1




________________________________
From: Chris Manuel <cmanuel at wi.rr.com>
To: sales at justbrits.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 7:16:20 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

Google it Ed, just got a screen full  <G>

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Sales at " Just Brits
"
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 9:12 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

<<  This is what I'm looking for..
fox-performance.com part# 56-9055 >>

Results in:

Your search for "56-9055" returned the following results..

????????????????
You are subscribed as cmanuel at wi.rr.com

http://www.team.net/archive

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spridgets
You are subscribed as eap2140 at yahoo.com

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From herby at herbytoys.com  Fri Aug 28 20:39:53 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:39:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <001201ca2808$ce48d710$6501a8c0@normoffice>
Message-ID: <79C5747FC9C341DA82302C47CBE2247A@HERBYZ>

I agree wholeheartedly! I too am a radial nut. We're on the approach to 2
airports (HWD & OAK) and we see all types flying over. From Piper Cubs to
the mundane commercials but the radials get me running outside to see. My
wife thinks I'm nuts. 

We see a Piaggio go over every evening. You can here it coming from a long
way off. 

The best though is every Memorial Day we are treated to a military flyover.
We have a military cemetery nearby. 2 F-16's at 500 ft off the deck make
glorious sound :) It's especially cool for me since the company I work for
makes hot section parts for F-16's.

Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com
www.herbytoys.com


You're not "bombing" the list with stuff like this.  As you know from our
conversations, I'm an radial nut as well.


Cheers.

Norm Sippel
'59 Turner

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 20:42:03 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:42:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com><479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
	<BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
Message-ID: <4A98957B.2040102@justbrits.com>

<<  Google it Ed, just got a screen full  <G>>>

Says a LOT about Fox Perm "Search" function, huh Chris !!!

LOL

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Fri Aug 28 20:44:42 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 22:44:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
References: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>

Seems damn expensive to me, but I'm sure that all the parts were
"retail price".
For that kind of money I would have gotten the new
7 port head from Pierce/Dr. Marty Ferrillo.
More power and cheaper.
Introductory priced at at $750 assembled!!!!!
You'd have to get a pair of Webers for it tho.
I just got some information on it.
I'd show pics, but they aren't allowed on the list.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:37:23 -0400
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
>
> I know this thread has died BUT I wanted to have another look at this #11K
> motor.
>
> Well, it's not really an 11K motor at all.  It's an 8k motor  including a
> cylinder head + dyno time, carbs, clutch and flywheel, etc,  etc.  So for
> anyone comparing a race build motor you have to consider like  for like.
Do
> the race build motor prices quoted even include a new  cylinder head and
> rockers let alone include carbs, dyno time, clutch and  flywheel, starter
> motor,
> etc?
>
> The one thing that doesn't make a lot of sense is a clutch disc with a
> solid hub - does this mean it has no damper springs?  No need for that kind
> of
> clutch on a road car.
>
> Also I'd have thought a decent thermal barrier coating on the inlet
> manifold would have been money really well spent but it's omitted.
>
> Still US$ 8K including a new head and roller rocker gear - thats not an
> unreal price.
>
> Weslake-Monza 1330
>
> In a message dated 25/08/2009 17:26:30 GMT Daylight Time,
> ladaniels at sbcglobal.net writes:
>
> http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/
> _______________________________________________
>

_________________________________________________________________
Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you.
http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_BackTo
School_Cashback_BTSCashback_1x1

From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Aug 28 20:47:34 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:47:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <422926.81801.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com><479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
	<BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
	<422926.81801.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A9896C6.5070702@justbrits.com>

<<  It's not that hard to find....  >>

$139 is "reasonable" Edward ???<G> 
Guess it sorta is instead of $156 <VBG> !

I don't think that one will fit you car either.

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Fri Aug 28 22:05:11 2009
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:05:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners
In-Reply-To: <4A98957B.2040102@justbrits.com>
References: <C6BDCA81.20657%billyzoom@billyzoom.com><479941.81803.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4A988E59.9080502@justbrits.com>
	<BF049EA5C2564BF088D8381AAF603E95@BASEMENTDELL>
	<4A98957B.2040102@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <469028.13886.qm@web33705.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I tried to order this originally from them and they could not take my information on-line or on the phone.  That's why I went to Jeg's.




________________________________
From: "Sales at " Just Brits "" <sales at justbrits.com>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 7:42:03 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hs2 Air cleaners

<<  Google it Ed, just got a screen full  <G>>>

Says a LOT about Fox Perm "Search" function, huh Chris !!!

LOL
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Aug 28 22:41:20 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:41:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP6210C536563D7EBE545A8EB8F40@phx.gbl>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>
	<78C4466BA1534081B09A0E6ECBA4A2B0@psych.washington.edu>
	<874878B2-3D27-4718-B8ED-17C8824F0528@snet.net>
	<BLU0-SMTP6210C536563D7EBE545A8EB8F40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908282141v6fbad1f5q40b25ffcdfc162cf@mail.gmail.com>

I got it via Gmail.

From pilotrob at msn.com  Sat Aug 29 07:02:47 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:02:47 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV1FF9709A21F725D3D00B5D4F40@phx.gbl>

Whoa, whoa....

......a Belgian Stampe??! Man, that goes back a ways. I think they made trainer types as far back as the 1920's. 

Outstanding, Jacques!! :)

Far as the program goes in White Plains, we're rained out today. Maybe tomorrow but I'm not holdin' my breath. :)

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: JLC
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 9:38 AM
To: 'Robert E. Shlafer', midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR


.many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???

CapBob

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Probably... here in Colorado Springs, we have an informal LBC enthusiasts
group of 30 or so people. Two own a Stampe (one is a 1947, don't know the
date of manufacture of the other), and at least one other member has a pilot
license and is interested in old planes.

JLC

From pilotrob at msn.com  Sat Aug 29 07:07:36 2009
From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:07:36 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <BAY116-DAV56829019F378DD3C786FAD4F40@phx.gbl>

That's all????!

LOL....write you off-list. :)

CB


-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Johnson
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 9:51 AM
To: Robert E. Shlafer
Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com,
spridgets at autoxteam.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR

Yup.  Former pilot, Confederate Air Force member and Collins Foundation
member here....
I have hours in B25 Mitchell, Martin A26 Invader, AT6-J Texan and Mitzubishi
A6M Zero. Passenger in B17, B24, P51, Northrup P61, and HE-111 (w/RR
engines).

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 3:59 AM, Robert E. Shlafer <pilotrob at msn.com> wrote:

> Not to bomb the list with off-list, but
>
> ..many British vintage car types are into vintage aviation as well???
>
>
--
Cheers!!
Jim
o?=Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former.o?= - Albert Einstein

From trevor.jessie at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 07:39:42 2009
From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 09:39:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
References: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
	<BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <3EE9FD80-6CFB-47AE-94BD-EBEDD1A1C07F@gmail.com>

Forget the webers. If you have a 7port head then port injection is the  
way to go.

Trevor Jessie
(Typed on a tiny keyboard with fat fingers!)



On Aug 28, 2009, at 10:44 PM, brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Seems damn expensive to me, but I'm sure that all the parts were
> "retail price".
> For that kind of money I would have gotten the new
> 7 port head from Pierce/Dr. Marty Ferrillo.
> More power and cheaper.
> Introductory priced at at $750 assembled!!!!!
> You'd have to get a pair of Webers for it tho.
> I just got some information on it.
> I'd show pics, but they aren't allowed on the list.
>
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
>
>
>
>> From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
>> Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:37:23 -0400
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
>>
>> I know this thread has died BUT I wanted to have another look at  
>> this #11K
>> motor.
>>
>> Well, it's not really an 11K motor at all.  It's an 8k motor   
>> including a
>> cylinder head + dyno time, carbs, clutch and flywheel, etc,  etc.   
>> So for
>> anyone comparing a race build motor you have to consider like  for  
>> like.
> Do
>> the race build motor prices quoted even include a new  cylinder  
>> head and
>> rockers let alone include carbs, dyno time, clutch and  flywheel,  
>> starter
>> motor,
>> etc?
>>
>> The one thing that doesn't make a lot of sense is a clutch disc  
>> with a
>> solid hub - does this mean it has no damper springs?  No need for  
>> that kind
>> of
>> clutch on a road car.
>>
>> Also I'd have thought a decent thermal barrier coating on the inlet
>> manifold would have been money really well spent but it's omitted.
>>
>> Still US$ 8K including a new head and roller rocker gear - thats  
>> not an
>> unreal price.
>>
>> Weslake-Monza 1330
>>
>> In a message dated 25/08/2009 17:26:30 GMT Daylight Time,
>> ladaniels at sbcglobal.net writes:
>>
>> http://classicmotorsports.net/project-cars/1971-mg-midget/
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>
> _________________________________________________________________
> Get back to school stuff for them and cashback for you.
> http://www.bing.com/cashback?form=MSHYCB&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MSHYCB_BackTo
> School_Cashback_BTSCashback_1x1
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From gjbranch at comcast.net  Sat Aug 29 08:16:35 2009
From: gjbranch at comcast.net (Geoff Branch)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:16:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>
References: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>

There were plenty of V engined twins....Mosquito, P-38 come to mind.  
True they weren't V-8s but they sure don't sound like radials

WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote:
> Many years ago at RAF Brize Norton a vintage (WW2 era I guess) US piston  
> engine flew on.  Engine note sounded like a vee-8 dragster at idle.  I  
> mentioned this to a guy in the office this week who is a bit of an aviation buff  
> and he said it must be a radial because there were no US twin or 4 engined 
> WW2  era aircraft with a vee8 engine.  Who's wrong - him or my ears?

From breton48 at live.com  Sat Aug 29 08:25:04 2009
From: breton48 at live.com (JLC)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:25:04 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-DAV1FF9709A21F725D3D00B5D4F40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV1FF9709A21F725D3D00B5D4F40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <COL107-DS2E7036687F4C16CC438D1AFF40@phx.gbl>

CB wrote:
......a Belgian Stampe??! Man, that goes back a ways. I think they made
trainer types as far back as the 1920's. 

--------------------------------------------------------------------------

Actually, the Belgian production of the Stampe biplane stopped in 1939, with
the German invasion. After the war, France restarted the production of the
Stampe SV4, most of which were fitted with the Renault PO-4 engine, across
the Belgian border. From 1945 to 1949, the SNCAN (Societe nationale de
Construction Aoeronautique du Nord) manufactured about 700 SV4 planes. 

 In 1947, the Algerian (North Africa) Atelier Industriel de L'air built 150
planes. Algeria was then a French colony. I think this is one of these
planes the local LBC group member has, and it is rumored these were better
made than the previous post-war planes (better alloys and wood).  I think
the last Stampe made was made in 1950 or 1951.

I remember the Stampe as a plane commonly used in Aerobatics in France in
the 1960s, despite the fact it could not fly upside down for more than a few
seconds if my memory serves me right (fuel starvation problem?) In the
1970s, other aerobatics planes, purpose built, came to the forefront and the
aging Stampe was retired. I was very surprised to see two of them here in
Colorado Springs! 

Have a great weekend!

JLC

Stampe photo here:
http://www.military-aircraft.org.uk/trainers/stampe-sv4.htm

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Sat Aug 29 08:29:20 2009
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 09:29:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
In-Reply-To: <COL107-DS2E7036687F4C16CC438D1AFF40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY116-DAV1FF9709A21F725D3D00B5D4F40@phx.gbl>
	<COL107-DS2E7036687F4C16CC438D1AFF40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4A993B40.2020602@wi.net>

Belgian licensed Gypsy Moth?
Dave W.

JLC wrote:
> CB wrote:
> ......a Belgian Stampe??! Man, that goes back a ways. I think they made
> trainer types as far back as the 1920's. 
>
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Actually, the Belgian production of the Stampe biplane stopped in 1939, with
> the German invasion. After the war, France restarted the production of the
> Stampe SV4, most of which were fitted with the Renault PO-4 engine, across
> the Belgian border. From 1945 to 1949, the SNCAN (Societe nationale de
> Construction Aoeronautique du Nord) manufactured about 700 SV4 planes. 
>
>  In 1947, the Algerian (North Africa) Atelier Industriel de L'air built 150
> planes. Algeria was then a French colony. I think this is one of these
> planes the local LBC group member has, and it is rumored these were better
> made than the previous post-war planes (better alloys and wood).  I think
> the last Stampe made was made in 1950 or 1951.
>
> I remember the Stampe as a plane commonly used in Aerobatics in France in
> the 1960s, despite the fact it could not fly upside down for more than a few
> seconds if my memory serves me right (fuel starvation problem?) In the
> 1970s, other aerobatics planes, purpose built, came to the forefront and the
> aging Stampe was retired. I was very surprised to see two of them here in
> Colorado Springs! 
>
> Have a great weekend!
>
> JLC
>
> Stampe photo here:
> http://www.military-aircraft.org.uk/trainers/stampe-sv4.htm

From breton48 at live.com  Sat Aug 29 08:49:59 2009
From: breton48 at live.com (JLC)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:49:59 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] : Stampe biplane
In-Reply-To: <4A993B40.2020602@wi.net>
References: <BAY116-DAV1FF9709A21F725D3D00B5D4F40@phx.gbl>
	<COL107-DS2E7036687F4C16CC438D1AFF40@phx.gbl>
	<4A993B40.2020602@wi.net>
Message-ID: <COL107-DS13A067FEE39B9A0273D57BAFF40@phx.gbl>

Dave W. wrote:
Belgian licensed Gypsy Moth?
------------------------------------------------

I don't think so... but both planes do look similar, even though their
dimensions are different.

Designed by two Belgians, the Stampe is lighter, has a more powerful engine,
a higher climb of rate and service ceiling, and better range. The Moth was
slightly faster than the Stampe (by less than 10 mph). Both were very good
planes for that era.

JLC

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug 29 09:14:55 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:14:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
References: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>,
  <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A9945EF.13196.6AE0DE@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Not twins, but RAF Shackletons had FOUR V-12 RR Merlin engines, each 
driving two 3-bladed counter-rotating props....
Gorgeous sound at idle or full chat ....   ;-))


On 29 Aug 2009 at 10:16, Geoff Branch wrote:

>> There were plenty of V engined twins....Mosquito, P-38 come to mind. 
>> True they weren't V-8s but they sure don't sound like radials


--
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'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

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alive !!

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Aug 29 09:20:38 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:20:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
References: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>
  <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <651AC01845DE42D2AB6A539EA294DDF6@spider>

I'm wondering if an idling Allison or Roll-Royce engine would sound like a
V-8?  ...bill in oregon
=============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Geoff Branch
Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 7:17 AM
To: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
Cc: twobees at sprynet.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC

There were plenty of V engined twins....Mosquito, P-38 come to mind.  
True they weren't V-8s but they sure don't sound like radials
==============================================
WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote:
> Many years ago at RAF Brize Norton a vintage (WW2 era I guess) US piston  
> engine flew on.  Engine note sounded like a vee-8 dragster at idle.  I  
> mentioned this to a guy in the office this week who is a bit of an
aviation buff  
> and he said it must be a radial because there were no US twin or 4 engined

> WW2  era aircraft with a vee8 engine.  Who's wrong - him or my ears?
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From millerls at ado13.com  Sat Aug 29 09:33:11 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:33:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
References: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
	<BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <9941C339-1267-4634-BABB-19B0B0BCB87C@ado13.com>

Pictures of the Pierce crossflow head.

http://www.ado13.com/cfh/cfh.htm

On Aug 28, 2009, at 7:44 PM, brian S wrote:

> Seems damn expensive to me, but I'm sure that all the parts were
> "retail price".
> For that kind of money I would have gotten the new
> 7 port head from Pierce/Dr. Marty Ferrillo.
> More power and cheaper.
> Introductory priced at at $750 assembled!!!!!
> You'd have to get a pair of Webers for it tho.
> I just got some information on it.
> I'd show pics, but they aren't allowed on the list.
>
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Aug 29 09:34:54 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:34:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <651AC01845DE42D2AB6A539EA294DDF6@spider>
Message-ID: <C6BE98AE.20688%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I've only heard a RR Merlin engine in Jay Leno's '34 Rolls boattail
roadster. It didn't sound like a V8, but it was a great sound.

From gjbranch at comcast.net  Sat Aug 29 10:05:31 2009
From: gjbranch at comcast.net (Geoff Branch)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:05:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <651AC01845DE42D2AB6A539EA294DDF6@spider>
References: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com> <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
	<651AC01845DE42D2AB6A539EA294DDF6@spider>
Message-ID: <4A9951CB.8040308@comcast.net>

It sure does!  Only BETTER.

corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote:
> I'm wondering if an idling Allison or Roll-Royce engine would sound like a
> V-8?  ...bill in oregon

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug 29 10:15:00 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:15:00 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] low light
Message-ID: <bb8.5b02723d.37caae04@aol.com>

Less lux, less brightness, looked dimmer to me!
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 23:56:44 GMT Daylight Time,  
PAsgeirsson at att.net writes:

They likely will have the same temperature brightness, certainly the  lower 
wattage will not reach as far ahead down the road, but just as bright at  
the source.
 
Paul A

----- Original Message ----- 
From:  _WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com_ (mailto:WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)  
To: _PAsgeirsson at att.net_ (mailto:PAsgeirsson at att.net)  ; 
_grunthaner at gmail.com_ (mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com)  ; _spridgets at autox.team.net_ 
(mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net)  
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:39  PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] low  light



If you have 100 watts Halogen in on side of your Spridget and 80 watts  the 
other side the 80 watts looks dimmer.
 
 
So if you have a 65/55 Tungsten one side and a 55/45 Tungsten the other  
side surely the 55/45 lamp unit will look dimmer?
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 28/08/2009 22:30:07 GMT Daylight Time, 
_PAsgeirsson at att.net_ (mailto:PAsgeirsson at att.net)  writes:

Wattage would make little difference in the brightness, as they  should be
wired parallel, not in series.

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug 29 10:19:23 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:19:23 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
Message-ID: <d54.599124c8.37caaf0b@aol.com>

There is no guarantee the Pierce 7 port head will make more power than a  
really good iron 5 port.  When there is I'll be interested in seeing  it.  
Also the weight of the 2nd Weber, manifolding, and air filter is a  weight 
increase that doesn't help.  
 
Pierce's aluminium 5 port isn't a particularly good design and they know  
nothing about it  - they just stumped up the investment for the design,  
patterns and production.  On that basis I'm not about to get excited about  
their 7 port.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 29/08/2009 03:44:46 GMT Daylight Time,  
bugeye15 at hotmail.com writes:


For that kind of money I would have gotten the new
7 port head  from Pierce/Dr. Marty Ferrillo.
More power and cheaper. 
Introductory  priced at at $750 assembled!!!!!
You'd have to get a pair of Webers for it  tho.
I just got some information on it.
I'd show pics, but they aren't  allowed on the list.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally  resto'ed!

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug 29 10:22:14 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:22:14 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
Message-ID: <c17.63631682.37caafb6@aol.com>

I know a v12 when I hear one, even before youtube.  This was a twin  engine 
aircraft or a 4 engine aircraft - a small to medium size bomber.
 
In a message dated 29/08/2009 16:22:23 GMT Daylight Time,  
corvallis at peoplepc.com writes:

I'm  wondering if an idling Allison or Roll-Royce engine would sound like  a
V-8?  ...bill in  oregon
=============================================
-----Original  Message-----
From:  spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net]  On Behalf Of Geoff Branch
Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 7:17 AM
To:  WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
Cc: twobees at sprynet.com;  spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine  question - No LBC

There were plenty of V engined twins....Mosquito,  P-38 come to mind.  
True they weren't V-8s but they sure don't sound  like  radials
==============================================
WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  wrote:
> Many years ago at RAF Brize Norton a vintage (WW2 era I guess)  US piston 
 
> engine flew on.  Engine note sounded like a  vee-8 dragster at idle.  I  
> mentioned this to a guy in the  office this week who is a bit of an
aviation buff  
> and he  said it must be a radial because there were no US twin or 4  
engined

> WW2  era aircraft with a vee8 engine.  Who's  wrong - him or my ears?

From conen at bellsouth.net  Sat Aug 29 10:41:50 2009
From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 09:41:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR
Message-ID: <501497.45354.qm@web180211.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

  It was fun to watch my instructor's face after my first flying lesson.  I handed him my brand new log book and he opened it to find it already had B-17 time listed in it.  :-) :-) :-)

  I went up in the EAA's B-17G "Aluminum Overcast" before the FAA went totally nuts.  All us tourists got to spend about 10 minutes each at the controls. :-) :-) :-)
  Ed in NC

From lmacy at phillymgclub.com  Sat Aug 29 10:49:33 2009
From: lmacy at phillymgclub.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:49:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Any one wanna buy a non running car??
Message-ID: <1C9907E2-D09E-4861-AADA-E21F85C8DE42@phillymgclub.com>

Not really, but I am very PO'd today. Been a couple weeks since I  
drove the Midget, but I had an appointment for an inspection this AM.  
I went out last evening to be sure of all the lights. It was raining.  
I don't have a garage, yet. All the lights worked, but it wouldn't  
start. No biggie I thought, ran great the last time I drove it. Well,  
this AM I went to start it and no go. nothing, nada, zip, zilch. Turns  
over just fine. I checked the fuel filter, one of those glass ones I  
stuck in between the mechanical pump and the Weber carb. Dry. Tried  
again, and again, added fuel to the tank, still dry. Changed the pump,  
still dry.

For some reason , no fuel is getting to the carbs. My guess, given how  
hard the hose was between the tranny crossover and the pump, is I am  
just sucking air. It sucks, It ran a couple weeks ago.

Well I guess I have to go get a bunch of fuel line and try again. Wish  
I had a garage, Oh and did I mention, It was raining, all night and  
all AM.

Larry
-- 

Larry Macy
78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
lmacy at phillymgclub.com
Board Member at Large
Philadelphia MG Club

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a  
parked car.

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 11:15:28 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:15:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <c17.63631682.37caafb6@aol.com>
References: <c17.63631682.37caafb6@aol.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908291015q6d8c3102nb2f6960666928cb1@mail.gmail.com>

Daniel,

Quite a few V8 applications were used in aircraft. Most of the early ones
were air cooled such as the Liberty or the Lewis & Kelly in Australia. That
said, at least according to my books and the internet, your co-worker is
right as far as I can see. I find no record of ANY use of a factory made
aircraft from ANY country with V8 engines. However, it is not unusual for
restoration aircraft to use engines which weren't available originally to
the plan in order to get one flying. There are quite a few outfits today who
make aviation quality V8s to replace many of the old engines which can no
longer be found. Perhaps that is what you heard at Brize Norton.

See:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/V8_engine

And:
http://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/bomber-aircraft-of-the-world.asp

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 11:22 AM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

> I know a v12 when I hear one, even before youtube.  This was a twin  engine
> aircraft or a 4 engine aircraft - a small to medium size bomber.
>
> In a message dated 29/08/2009 16:22:23 GMT Daylight Time,
> corvallis at peoplepc.com writes:
>
> I'm  wondering if an idling Allison or Roll-Royce engine would sound like
>  a
> V-8?  ...bill in  oregon
> =============================================
> -----Original  Message-----
> From:  spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net]  On Behalf Of Geoff Branch
> Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 7:17 AM
> To:  WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
> Cc: twobees at sprynet.com;  spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine  question - No LBC
>
> There were plenty of V engined twins....Mosquito,  P-38 come to mind.
> True they weren't V-8s but they sure don't sound  like  radials
> ==============================================
> WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  wrote:
> > Many years ago at RAF Brize Norton a vintage (WW2 era I guess)  US piston
>
> > engine flew on.  Engine note sounded like a  vee-8 dragster at idle.  I
> > mentioned this to a guy in the  office this week who is a bit of an
> aviation buff
> > and he  said it must be a radial because there were no US twin or 4
> engined
>
> > WW2  era aircraft with a vee8 engine.  Who's  wrong - him or my ears?
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Aug 29 11:42:58 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:42:58 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <9941C339-1267-4634-BABB-19B0B0BCB87C@ado13.com>
Message-ID: <C6BEB6B2.20696%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I like the shorting bar holding the battery.

From millerls at ado13.com  Sat Aug 29 12:14:52 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:14:52 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <C6BEB6B2.20696%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C6BEB6B2.20696%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <83DF0683-A810-4539-8063-6390E1471D9B@ado13.com>

Specialty of the house.

On Aug 29, 2009, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom wrote:

> I like the shorting bar holding the battery.

From herby at herbytoys.com  Sat Aug 29 12:41:26 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:41:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <C6BE98AE.20688%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <2C7D2D521E3B450CAE8A3200A00EAB2B@HERBYZ>

Billy, you need trip to Reno next month or at the very least take ride out
to Chino. A Mustang with a RR Merlin at takeoff (or flyby) is a wondrous
sound.

Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com
www.herbytoys.com
 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom
Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 8:35 AM
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC

I've only heard a RR Merlin engine in Jay Leno's '34 Rolls boattail
roadster. It didn't sound like a V8, but it was a great sound.

From lmacy at phillymgclub.com  Sat Aug 29 14:11:10 2009
From: lmacy at phillymgclub.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:11:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Any one wanna buy a non running car??
In-Reply-To: <1C9907E2-D09E-4861-AADA-E21F85C8DE42@phillymgclub.com>
References: <1C9907E2-D09E-4861-AADA-E21F85C8DE42@phillymgclub.com>
Message-ID: <9A0DCBB8-EBA6-40D6-AE79-EED85E405C4B@phillymgclub.com>

BTW,

1500 with mechanical fuel pump mounted on the block. I think I may  
have an air leak. Hoses not changed for . . . . . ? ? ?
Glass filter usually has a "bit" of gas in it. Not full, but not dry  
like it is now.
Larry

On Aug 29, 2009, at 12:49 PM, Larry Macy wrote:

> Not really, but I am very PO'd today. Been a couple weeks since I
> drove the Midget, but I had an appointment for an inspection this AM.
> I went out last evening to be sure of all the lights. It was raining.
> I don't have a garage, yet. All the lights worked, but it wouldn't
> start. No biggie I thought, ran great the last time I drove it. Well,
> this AM I went to start it and no go. nothing, nada, zip, zilch. Turns
> over just fine. I checked the fuel filter, one of those glass ones I
> stuck in between the mechanical pump and the Weber carb. Dry. Tried
> again, and again, added fuel to the tank, still dry. Changed the pump,
> still dry.
>
> For some reason , no fuel is getting to the carbs. My guess, given how
> hard the hose was between the tranny crossover and the pump, is I am
> just sucking air. It sucks, It ran a couple weeks ago.
>
> Well I guess I have to go get a bunch of fuel line and try again. Wish
> I had a garage, Oh and did I mention, It was raining, all night and
> all AM.
>
> Larry
> -- 
>
> Larry Macy
> 78 Midget
>
> Keep your top down and your chin up.
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> lmacy at phillymgclub.com
> Board Member at Large
> Philadelphia MG Club
>
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a
> parked car.
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78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
lmacy at phillymgclub.com
Board Member at Large
Philadelphia MG Club

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a  
parked car.

From herby at herbytoys.com  Sat Aug 29 14:14:00 2009
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:14:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <4A9945EF.13196.6AE0DE@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <3DEBB0D910244A4C9248F9CE348CBD12@HERBYZ>

Check out this Avro Shackelton runup.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHk5uQR2Amg


Herby
63 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy - For Sale)
62 MKII Sprite (the "resto-mod" driver)
00 Dakota R/T (the new toy)
herby at herbytoys.com
www.herbytoys.com
 

Not twins, but RAF Shackletons had FOUR V-12 RR Merlin engines, each 
driving two 3-bladed counter-rotating props....
Gorgeous sound at idle or full chat ....   ;-))

From twobees at sprynet.com  Sat Aug 29 14:51:56 2009
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:51:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Was: Re: Classic Motorsports Midget Project,
 now Pierce X-flow  Head
Message-ID: <000001ca28ea$8c5724a0$6401a8c0@normoffice>

"There is no guarantee the Pierce 7 port head will make more power than a

really good iron 5 port. When there is I'll be interested in seeing it.

Also the weight of the 2nd Weber, manifolding, and air filter is a weight

increase that doesn't help."



While I can't speak directly of the Spridget head, allow me to relate my
experience with one of their early X-flow MGB heads.

When I bought my '66 MGB, it had a rebuilt engine with mild cam.  I had
Sasco Motorsports modify a head for me - ported, polished, shaved & o'size
valves.  Running 1-1/2" SUs it made a good difference from about 3,000rpms
on up.  No idea of h.p. increase.  But, it WAS apparent.  And, I used that
set up when I first started racing the B.

Bought the early Pierce x-flow (un-modified) & installed it with 1-3/4" SUs.
>From 3,000 rpms up it felt at least as good as the Sasco head.  BUT, from
idle to 3,000 the h.p. increase was dramatic.  I would estimate the h.p.
changes to be from stock actual of c. 90, to 95 with the mild cam, to 105 to
110 with Sasco head, to 120 with X-flow.  Ultimately, I installed a
purpose-built near race engine by Fab-Tek rated at 145 h.p.  I would have to
dig out my Race Logs to see the e.t. difference.  But, my times did come
down substantially with each change

No need for twin Webers, I ran a single 45DCOE.  I always wanted to
re-install the x-flow on the Fab-Tek lower end (Carillos, JEs) and install
the twin 45s I had.  Never got to do that before selling it.  One of the
guys at Pierce told me they had a relatively stock MGB with their head, pair
of 45s & a good cam putting out 195 h.p.  From the looks of the head, it is
possible.

As for cost of a "really good iron 5 port" Longman high performance heads
run c. $1400 to $2400.

So, for $750, the Spridget x-flow sounds like a good value.

Norm

948 powered Turner

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug 29 15:41:00 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:41:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] It's a pilot bushing miracle
Message-ID: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.

Ron

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Aug 29 15:49:48 2009
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:49:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] It's a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C6BEF08C.206A3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I still have a couple of globs of grease on my fluorescent lights. The
machinist got the bushing out.

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 15:51:08 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:51:08 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] It's a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908291451o7bfcb14o560806ffaa354bf3@mail.gmail.com>

Clutch Pilot?
Jim

On Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 2:41 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:

> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst
> times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in
> maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing
> removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as
previous
> attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a
> pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>
> Ron
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From cfchrist at earthlink.net  Sat Aug 29 15:55:56 2009
From: cfchrist at earthlink.net (charles christ)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:55:56 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [Spridgets] list thank you! saab stuff
Message-ID: <15598407.1251582956978.JavaMail.root@mswamui-backed.atl.sa.earthlink.net>


From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Sat Aug 29 16:06:05 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:06:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
In-Reply-To: <mailman.1077.1251509237.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.1077.1251509237.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4A99A64D.2090502@sbcglobal.net>

Hi Frank,

How do you take the trunk/boot lock apart?

I've removed mine from the car, but can't figure out how to remove the 
lock cylinder from the handle.
BTW, the number is on the square shaft. (Mine is 949 with no FS. My door 
locks are FS 948.)
I want to try the file the tumblers trick.

Thanks.

Lee

----------------

Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:18:20 -0400
From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lock Question
To: Richard Ball <richb at u.washington.edu>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Message-ID: <4A9873CC.7050309 at comcast.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed

Richard Ball wrote:
 > >  So two questions.  Is there a key code on the trunk lock that I 
can use to have one made?  Alternatively, can I take the lock apart and 
rekey it to > > match the key I have?  I thought I would ask here before 
I remove it from the car.
 > >
Yes there is a code on the trunk lock but you need to remove it from the
car, I do not know exactly where it is, I think on the square stem.
It will start with FS and then 3 numbers.
Or if you want, remove the guts of the lock, insert your key and file
the tumblers that stick up until the key turns in the lock.
I do this all the time, one key, ignition, doors, and trunk. Beats 3 keys.
Later Midgets with the big keys for the ignition won't work but you can
still have the doors and trunk matched.
Or a locksmith can do this too.

-- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 16:31:12 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 15:31:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] It's a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <C6BEF08C.206A3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<C6BEF08C.206A3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908291531j1419b58fn1b9e405f3784726a@mail.gmail.com>

Must be just dumb luck on my part...  I've done this twice and it came out
easily and cleanly both times...  I used a wooden dowel sanded to the
correct dimension and tapped it in with a rubber hammer...   Ya'll make me
feel good!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 2:49 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:

> I still have a couple of globs of grease on my fluorescent lights. The
> machinist got the bushing out.
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sat Aug 29 16:52:23 2009
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 15:52:23 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
Message-ID: <1bf6401ca28fb$5f4f1100$0168010a@mail2world.com>

It's been a few years, but I think there's a 1/16" spring pin that holds
the whole thing together. Drive this out, and you should be able to
disassemble the whole thing.
 
-=Chris

Chris King
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ 

 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: Lee Fox [lee.fox at sbcglobal.net]
Sent: 8/29/2009 6:07:05 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net;spritenut at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lock Question 

Hi Frank, 

How do you take the trunk/boot lock apart? 

I've removed mine from the car, but can't figure out how to remove the 
lock cylinder from the handle. 
BTW, the number is on the square shaft. (Mine is 949 with no FS. My door
locks are FS 948.) 
I want to try the file the tumblers trick. 

Thanks. 

Lee 

---------------- 

Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:18:20 -0400 
From: Frank <spritenut at comcast.net> 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lock Question 
To: Richard Ball <richb at u.washington.edu> 
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net 
Message-ID: <4A9873CC.7050309 at comcast.net> 
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed 

Richard Ball wrote: 
> > So two questions. Is there a key code on the trunk lock that I 
can use to have one made? Alternatively, can I take the lock apart and 
rekey it to > > match the key I have? I thought I would ask here before 
I remove it from the car. 
> > 
Yes there is a code on the trunk lock but you need to remove it from the
car, I do not know exactly where it is, I think on the square stem. 
It will start with FS and then 3 numbers. 
Or if you want, remove the guts of the lock, insert your key and file 
the tumblers that stick up until the key turns in the lock. 
I do this all the time, one key, ignition, doors, and trunk. Beats 3
keys. 
Later Midgets with the big keys for the ignition won't work but you can 
still have the doors and trunk matched. 
Or a locksmith can do this too. 

-- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites 
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug 29 17:09:34 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:09:34 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] It's a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <471064.82189.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A99B52E.1000801@comcast.net>

Ron Soave wrote:
> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>
>   
With grease and a suitable drift, aka a 1/4" drive 7/16 socket with an 
extension stuck in it, it works for me all the time, I just popped one 
out last week.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Aug 29 17:11:11 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:11:11 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
In-Reply-To: <4A99A64D.2090502@sbcglobal.net>
References: <mailman.1077.1251509237.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<4A99A64D.2090502@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <4A99B58F.7060906@comcast.net>

Lee Fox wrote:
> Hi Frank,
>
> How do you take the trunk/boot lock apart?
>
>
There is a very small roll pin that can be drifted out with a finish 
nail, that removes the tumblers.



-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug 29 17:11:14 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:11:14 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Was: Re: Classic Motorsports Midget Project,
 now Pierce X-flo...
Message-ID: <c37.5ae14dcc.37cb0f92@aol.com>

Well I can speak with experience of the alloy Pierce 5 port head - it makes 
 no more power than my previous less than full race iron head, possibly  
less.  My dyno go expected my engine spec to make more.
 
I haven't seen flow figures for the Pierce 5 port head but I've heard even  
with the larger valves they are very average.
 
SO, WHY I AM EVEN RUNNING A PIERCE HEAD? 
 
Simple really, it is significantly lighter than the iron head and that's  
more important to me than more peak horsepower.  I don't need more peak  
horsepower to make my Spirte go quicker I need improved aerodynamics on  it.
 
As for the MGB cross flow head well it's not a Pierce design is it?   He 
simply copied the HRG Derrington crossflow head (no patent issues) and  
marketed it as his.
 
So, I'm still not excited about a Pierce 7 port A-series head, especially  
since it's not likely to be lighter solution than the Pierce 5 port head I  
already head.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 29/08/2009 21:52:37 GMT Daylight Time,  
twobees at sprynet.com writes:

"There  is no guarantee the Pierce 7 port head will make more power than  a

really good iron 5 port. When there is I'll be interested in seeing  it.

Also the weight of the 2nd Weber, manifolding, and air filter is a  weight

increase that doesn't help."



While I can't speak  directly of the Spridget head, allow me to relate my
experience with one of  their early X-flow MGB heads.

When I bought my '66 MGB, it had a  rebuilt engine with mild cam.  I had
Sasco Motorsports modify a head  for me - ported, polished, shaved & o'size
valves.  Running 1-1/2"  SUs it made a good difference from about 3,000rpms
on up.  No idea of  h.p. increase.  But, it WAS apparent.  And, I used that
set up  when I first started racing the B.

Bought the early Pierce x-flow  (un-modified) & installed it with 1-3/4" 
SUs.
>From 3,000 rpms up it  felt at least as good as the Sasco head.  BUT, from
idle to 3,000 the  h.p. increase was dramatic.  I would estimate the h.p.
changes to be  from stock actual of c. 90, to 95 with the mild cam, to 105 
to
110 with  Sasco head, to 120 with X-flow.  Ultimately, I installed  a
purpose-built near race engine by Fab-Tek rated at 145 h.p.  I would  have 
to
dig out my Race Logs to see the e.t. difference.  But, my  times did come
down substantially with each change

No need for twin  Webers, I ran a single 45DCOE.  I always wanted to
re-install the  x-flow on the Fab-Tek lower end (Carillos, JEs) and install
the twin 45s I  had.  Never got to do that before selling it.  One of the
guys at  Pierce told me they had a relatively stock MGB with their head, 
pair
of 45s  & a good cam putting out 195 h.p.  From the looks of the head, it  
is
possible.

As for cost of a "really good iron 5 port" Longman high  performance heads
run c. $1400 to $2400.

So, for $750, the Spridget  x-flow sounds like a good value.

Norm

948 powered  Turner

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Sat Aug 29 17:17:13 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:17:13 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
Message-ID: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>

So was the plane I saw a Liberty?  I do remember know that it had 8  
exhaust pipes
 
In a message dated 29/08/2009 18:15:48 GMT Daylight Time,  
bmwwxman at gmail.com writes:

Quite a  few V8 applications were used in aircraft. Most of the early ones 
were air  cooled such as the Liberty or the Lewis & Kelly in Australia. That 
said,  at least according to my books and the internet, your co-worker is 
right as  far as I can see. I find no record of ANY use of a factory made 
aircraft from  ANY country with V8 engines.

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Sat Aug 29 17:32:43 2009
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Lock Question
In-Reply-To: <4A99B58F.7060906@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.1077.1251509237.3240.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<4A99A64D.2090502@sbcglobal.net> <4A99B58F.7060906@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4A99BA9B.5070503@sbcglobal.net>

Really? Where exactly is this pin located??
I know about the pin in the door locks, but the trunk lock looks different.

Looking at it from the end opposite of where the key goes I see the 
square shaft and on the shaft exactly one inch down is a "cup" and below 
that is a spring and then the housing and then the handle.

It looks like the cup/spring is staked onto the square shaft. The shaft 
is actually what is staked. The four corners of the shaft are distorted 
and hold the cup and spring in place.

If I file the corners of the shaft smooth it looks like the whole thing 
will come apart, but I didn't want to try this and make a bigger mess.

Thanks in advance.

Lee

Frank wrote:
> Lee Fox wrote:
>> Hi Frank,
>>
>> How do you take the trunk/boot lock apart?
>>
>>
> There is a very small roll pin that can be drifted out with a finish 
> nail, that removes the tumblers.

From derf247 at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 17:51:18 2009
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:51:18 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>
Message-ID: <5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>

The P-51 has the Merlin, right?
There are some signature sounds that just have no equal.
The P-51 Mustang is one.
The M2 .50 machine gun is another.
They both sound like power.

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug 29 17:58:06 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:58:06 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Counter-rotating props... No LBC!!
Message-ID: <4A99C08E.19269.80FC6A@kk7ss.verizon.net>

The standard ground crew when starting the engines on a Shackleton 
consisted of three men.
One man to signal the pilot as to which engine to start. Starboard 
inboard (aka  #3) was always first as it had the main generator

Another person was to man the fire extiguisher trolley.

The third man had his back to the craft andvfaced the other two. His 
job was to make sure the other two did not get hypnotised by the 
light patterns produced by the props and walk into them!!
He had a pick handle to help enforce his job..

This actually happened once on my base... the starter walked into the 
props during run-up!!

I was one of the NCO's I/C dispersal ground crew on 240 SQDN...

--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug 29 17:59:55 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:59:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>,
	<5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A99C0FB.32114.82A536@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Is that also known as the BAR??

On 29 Aug 2009 at 17:51, derf wrote:

>> The M2 .50 machine gun is another.


--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From derf247 at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 18:06:02 2009
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:06:02 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <4A99C0FB.32114.82A536@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>
	<5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
	<4A99C0FB.32114.82A536@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <5f00d9910908291706u6cdc14ffj1056478d6ec0bd1b@mail.gmail.com>

No, the BAR or Browning Automatic Rifle is a .30/06 mag fed light machine gun.


> Is that also known as the BAR??

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sat Aug 29 18:12:05 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:12:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <5f00d9910908291706u6cdc14ffj1056478d6ec0bd1b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>,
	<4A99C0FB.32114.82A536@kk7ss.verizon.net>,
	<5f00d9910908291706u6cdc14ffj1056478d6ec0bd1b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A99C3D5.14483.8DC997@kk7ss.verizon.net>

Thanks... I always wondered  ;-\

On 29 Aug 2009 at 18:06, derf wrote:
>> No, the BAR or Browning Automatic Rifle is a .30/06 mag fed light
>> machine gun.
--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug 29 18:42:45 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:42:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] It&#39;s a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <4A99B52E.1000801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <93742.94319.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

If you raced, you&#39;d have choice of broken input shafts to use. Best fit possible. Drilling it out is still way easier, but this was satisfying.

Frank wrote: 
> Ron Soave wrote:
>> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>> 
>>   
> With grease and a suitable drift, aka a 1/4" drive 7/16 socket with an extension stuck in it, it works for me all the time, I just popped one out last week.
> -- Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug 29 18:43:39 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:43:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] It&#39;s a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <4A99B52E.1000801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <85363.7827.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

If you raced, you&#39;d have choice of broken input shafts to use. Best fit possible. Drilling it out is still way easier, but this was satisfying.

Frank wrote: 
> Ron Soave wrote:
>> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>> 
>>   
> With grease and a suitable drift, aka a 1/4" drive 7/16 socket with an extension stuck in it, it works for me all the time, I just popped one out last week.
> -- Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug 29 18:45:58 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:45:58 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] It&#39;s a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <4A99B52E.1000801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <443769.96223.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

If you raced, you&#39;d have choice of broken input shafts to use. Best fit possible. Drilling it out is still way easier, but this was satisfying.

Frank wrote: 
> Ron Soave wrote:
>> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>> 
>>   
> With grease and a suitable drift, aka a 1/4" drive 7/16 socket with an extension stuck in it, it works for me all the time, I just popped one out last week.
> -- Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Aug 29 19:20:10 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:20:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] It&#39;s a pilot bushing miracle
In-Reply-To: <4A99B52E.1000801@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <733212.62839.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

If you raced, you&#39;d have choice of broken input shafts to use. Best fit possible. Drilling it out is still way easier, but this was satisfying.

Frank wrote: 
> Ron Soave wrote:
>> After talking to Peter and thinking "why not?" (some of the best and worst times of my life have started with that phrase), for the very first time in maybe 15 tries, the "grease and input shaft" trick worked for pilot bushing removal. The grease did not go on my person or all over the shop as previous attempts over the years. The bushung cracked into 35 pieces or so and was a pain to clean up, but I'll call it a success.
>> 
>>   
> With grease and a suitable drift, aka a 1/4" drive 7/16 socket with an extension stuck in it, it works for me all the time, I just popped one out last week.
> -- Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sat Aug 29 19:38:00 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:38:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <9941C339-1267-4634-BABB-19B0B0BCB87C@ado13.com>
References: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
	<BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
	<9941C339-1267-4634-BABB-19B0B0BCB87C@ado13.com>
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908291838r237c66e6ud8cf0f537ae8867d@mail.gmail.com>

On Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 10:33 AM, Larry & Sandi
Miller<millerls at ado13.com> wrote:
> Pictures of the Pierce crossflow head.
>
> http://www.ado13.com/cfh/cfh.htm
>


With the carbs on the other side of the engine like that it looks like
it'd be a real bear to access the dizzy or spark plugs.

From millerls at ado13.com  Sun Aug 30 08:38:09 2009
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:38:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Classic Motorsports Midget Project
In-Reply-To: <8de85a9c0908291838r237c66e6ud8cf0f537ae8867d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c01.68c02fb0.37c9a813@aol.com>
	<BLU103-W28481CDD02137A44E6025DC2F40@phx.gbl>
	<9941C339-1267-4634-BABB-19B0B0BCB87C@ado13.com>
	<8de85a9c0908291838r237c66e6ud8cf0f537ae8867d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5510D4FD-4B60-4704-A9D0-0AC937ECBEB7@ado13.com>

You are correct, it is a real bitch. Best way is to remove the carbs  
first.

On Aug 29, 2009, at 6:38 PM, Jeff Foster wrote:

> On Sat, Aug 29, 2009 at 10:33 AM, Larry & Sandi
> Miller<millerls at ado13.com> wrote:
>> Pictures of the Pierce crossflow head.
>>
>> http://www.ado13.com/cfh/cfh.htm
>>
>
>
> With the carbs on the other side of the engine like that it looks like
> it'd be a real bear to access the dizzy or spark plugs.

From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 30 09:04:22 2009
From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 08:04:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
Message-ID: <133309.33546.qm@web34205.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Bugsy is running a little low on Brake and Clutch Fluid so I stopped at the
two close auto parts places this AM and cannot locate Castrol LMA. I do know
where I can find locally but not open today. Anyway Castrol WebSite says LMA
is fully compatible with Dot 3 or Dot 4. So which is it, Dot 3 or Dot 4. I
bought some Prestone Synthetic Dot 4. Before I top off fluids, I'm assuming I
can add to existing Casatrol LMA.
 
Just need to confirm not start the DOT 3, 4, 5 debate all over again. TIA.

From kk7ss at verizon.net  Sun Aug 30 10:34:13 2009
From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:34:13 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Self Analysis -- no LBC
Message-ID: <4A9AAA05.2950.2C531F@kk7ss.verizon.net>

 If you can start the day without caffeine,
>
 If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains,

 If you can resist complaining and boring people
 with your troubles,

 If you can eat the same food everyday and be grateful for it,

 If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to
 give you any time,

 If you can take criticism and blame without resentment,

 If you can conquer tension without medical help,

 If you can relax without liquor,

 If you can sleep without the aid of drugs,


 ...Then You Are  ProbablyThe Family Dog!



--
Dave G.   KK7SS  Richland, WA
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
'65 MK III A-H Sprite
'76 MKIV 1500 Midget

If I wake up in the morning, and I hurt, it means that I'm still 
alive !!

From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 30 10:49:57 2009
From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:49:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thanks Brad, I went ahead and topped off with Prestone Synthetic - DOT 4.
Thanks folks for the replys.

--- On Sun, 8/30/09, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:


From: Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
To: "James Gruber" <thistle_3619 at yahoo.com>
Date: Sunday, August 30, 2009, 11:46 AM


You can mix Dot 4 with Dot 3, but I would NOT put Dot 3 in Bugsy.

Brad


On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 10:04 AM, James Gruber <thistle_3619 at yahoo.com>
wrote:

Bugsy is running a little low on Brake and Clutch Fluid so I stopped at the
two close auto parts places this AM and cannot locate Castrol LMA. I do know
where I can find locally but not open today. Anyway Castrol WebSite says LMA
is fully compatible with Dot 3 or Dot 4. So which is it, Dot 3 or Dot 4. I
bought some Prestone Synthetic Dot 4. Before I top off fluids, I'm assuming I
can add to existing Casatrol LMA.

Just need to confirm not start the DOT 3, 4, 5 debate all over again. TIA.
You are subscribed as tequila.brad at gmail.com

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From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 30 10:55:52 2009
From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:55:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Dizzy Question - 25 D and Micro adjuster - Vacumn
	Advance
Message-ID: <145771.97055.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Registered: 4
Posts: 1433
Loc: Dayton, OH


I've been having some timing issues and finally resorted to doing some static
timing this AM. The micro adjustment wheel on my 25 D Dizzy was turned all of
the way in one direction. I adjusted several turns 5-10 back the other way and
then reset static timing. I'm now noticing the vacumn advance cannister seems
really loosely fitting in the dizzy. Meaning I can phyically pull on the
cannister and get the vacumn advance to move. Doesn't the Vacumn advance
housing sit firmly in place, possibly bolted in place or is it just a friction
fit.

If this thing is all loosey goosey this could explain why I can't get Bugsy to
run correctly. Starts fine and then give it a little gas and it misses. Keep
above 2,500 RPM and it pulls fairly strong. No power below 2,500 or so.

How does the vacumn advance fit into the dizzy. Bolted or friction fit.




Registered: 4
Posts: 1433
Loc: Dayton, OH


I've been having some timing issues and finally resorted to doing some static
timing this AM. The micro adjustment wheel on my 25 D Dizzy was turned all of
the way in one direction. I adjusted several turns 5-10 back the other way and
then reset static timing. I'm now noticing the vacumn advance cannister seems
really loosely fitting in the dizzy. Meaning I can phyically pull on the
cannister and get the vacumn advance to move. Doesn't the Vacumn advance
housing sit firmly in place, possibly bolted in place or is it just a friction
fit.

If this thing is all loosey goosey this could explain why I can't get Bugsy to
run correctly. Starts fine and then give it a little gas and it misses. Keep
above 2,500 RPM and it pulls fairly strong. No power below 2,500 or so.

How does the vacumn advance fit into the dizzy. Bolted or friction fit.
I've been having issues with I suspect timing and I finally set timing
statically at 7 degrees this morning. Before I reset I readjusted the Micro
Adjuster Wheel from all of the way to the stops on one side back 5-10 turns. I
then Reset Timing using VOM.
 
No I noticed that the vacumn advance does not seem to fit real tight into the
Dizzy, The whole housing can be pulled on and I can see the advance work like
it should but isn't the Vacumn Advance bolted or screwed in place somehow, The
whole thing moving around could be the reason I get erratic timing light
readings and I've got no power and a back miss and backfire. My questions is
what holds the Vacumn Advance in place to the Dizzy?   

From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Sun Aug 30 11:10:47 2009
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:10:47 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Spridgets] THE WOODSTOCK (NY)  BRITISH CAR MEET - SATURDAY,
	SEPT. 26
Message-ID: <11303247.1251652247865.JavaMail.root@elwamui-lapwing.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Second Annual
WOODSTOCK BRITISH CAR MEET
(British motorcycles & pre-1980 European cars invited too)

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26
10 am to 4 pm
(Rain Date: Sunday, September 27)

Woodstock Playhouse
Intersection of Route 212 and Route 375, Woodstock, NY

Join more than 100 British car owners for a smashing display of classic, quirky, and lovable British classics, right in the heart of Woodstock New York and the Catskill Mountains.

Don't have a show car? Don't worry! Projects-in-progress, daily drivers, and vintage racers are just as welcome as Concours d'Elegance show cars. If it's British, bring it!

Cars will enter the field starting at 10 am, and the fun goes on all day. Around 2 pm, we'll present awards, including People's Choice and the Longest Distance Traveled.

Spectators are welcome, and FREE parking is available. The heart of the picturesque historic hamlet of Woodstock is just minutes' walk from the Playhouse, offering shops,
restaurants, live music, and much more.

The registration fee for British cars is $15 per car at the gate; there is no pre-registration.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Woodstock Playhouse ( a non-profit org. )

Food and Refreshments will be available

DIRECTIONS

>From NYS Thruway / I-87: Take Exit 19 (Kingston) and head west on Route 28 for 5.8 miles (Speed Trap - stay under 50 mph) then turn right onto Route 375 North, which will end 2.9 miles later at Route 212 and the Playhouse.

>From Saugerties (Exit 20) Take Route 212 West into the hamlet of Woodstock. The intersection of Route 375 will be on your left; the Playhouse entrance is on your right.

>From points west: Take Route 28 East to Route 375 North. Travel 2.9 miles, and the road will end at Route 212 and the Playhouse.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: e-mail Woodstock.British at gmail.com

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sun Aug 30 11:17:46 2009
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:17:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] LBC but not Spridgets
Message-ID: <8de85a9c0908301017ka2cb9ck23b5ba1da1a3f310@mail.gmail.com>

Was out for a drive yesterday in my 73 Midget and as I pulled into
Arby's I got flagged down by an older gentlemen.

He has a 1965 Triumph Herald convertible he's wanting to sell.  Said
he's had it for two years now and whenever the weather is nice enough
to drive the Herald he'd rather ride one of his motorcycles.

Said it's a solid rust free car and while not a show car it's a nice
20 footer and a nice driver.  Red with "perfect" black interior and
top; he has replaced the carpet recently.  New tires, battery, water
pump, starter, radiator hoses, and front brake pads and turned rotors.
 He did confide that the previous owner had trouble with a leaking
rear wheel cylinder and blocked off the line to the rear brakes - he
hasn't fixed this saying the front discs do a good job for the around
town driving he uses it for.

He's asking $3,500.  The gentleman's name is Lyle VanHouten, he's in
Clarence, Missouri (where he ran a service station for many years),
and phone number is 660-699-2256.

I have no idea what Herald prices are like but would go take a look
myself if not for current uneconomic conditions.

All normal disclosures apply ... NFI, not responsible if it rolls over
your cat, eats your homework, stains your driveway, yada, yada ...

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug 30 11:26:26 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:26:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Dizzy Question - 25 D and Micro adjuster - Vacumn
 Advance
In-Reply-To: <145771.97055.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <145771.97055.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908301026t68de916ao943c33dcc1dfb050@mail.gmail.com>

> No I noticed that the vacumn advance does not seem to fit real tight into the
> Dizzy, The whole housing can be pulled on and I can see the advance work like
> it should but isn't the Vacumn Advance bolted or screwed in place somehow, The
> whole thing moving around could be the reason I get erratic timing light
> readings and I've got no power and a back miss and backfire. My questions is
> what holds the Vacumn Advance in place to the Dizzy?

James,
It is held in place by that micro-adjust nut. if it is sloppy, check
the points screws to make sure the plate moves freely. I believe there
should be a coil spring under that micro-adjust nut, although I cannot
see it in the Haynes or Bentley diagrams.
David L

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Aug 30 11:30:00 2009
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:30:00 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Dizzy Question - 25 D and Micro adjuster - Vacumn
 Advance
In-Reply-To: <145771.97055.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <145771.97055.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A9AB718.8050702@comcast.net>

James Gruber wrote:
>  I'm now noticing the vacumn advance cannister seems
> really loosely fitting in the dizzy. 
Make sure the spring from the vac advance is hooked to the points plate 
in the dizzy.
It keeps the plate from moving where ever it wants.
The thumb screw on the back is the only thing that holds the vac advance 
in place, that and the spring that advances the plate.
It is a loose fit but if it's too loose, check that spring, it's just a 
loop over a peg type of fit.
If the end of the spring broke off, you will have to steady that advance 
plate somehow.
I have drilled and screwed the plates together.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
My own Fleet of Sprites

From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 30 11:38:51 2009
From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:38:51 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Dizzy Question - 25 D and Micro adjuster - Vacumn
 Advance
In-Reply-To: <402188520908301026t68de916ao943c33dcc1dfb050@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <444371.90002.qm@web34206.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

David,
 
There isa spring that the Micro Adjuster Nut has to keep tension on things. If
I loosned too much the spring could have jumped off. Time to pull the dizzy
and see what I find. Thnkas 

--- On Sun, 8/30/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:


From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Dizzy Question - 25 D and Micro adjuster - Vacumn
Advance
To: "James Gruber" <thistle_3619 at yahoo.com>, "Spridgets"
<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, August 30, 2009, 1:26 PM


> No I noticed that the vacumn advance does not seem to fit real tight into
the
> Dizzy, The whole housing can be pulled on and I can see the advance work
like
> it should but isn't the Vacumn Advance bolted or screwed in place somehow,
The
> whole thing moving around could be the reason I get erratic timing light
> readings and I've got no power and a back miss and backfire. My questions
is
> what holds the Vacumn Advance in place to the Dizzy?

James,
It is held in place by that micro-adjust nut. if it is sloppy, check
the points screws to make sure the plate moves freely. I believe there
should be a coil spring under that micro-adjust nut, although I cannot
see it in the Haynes or Bentley diagrams.
David L

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sun Aug 30 15:43:09 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:43:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
	<831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl>

Umm,

can you mix synthetic brake fluid with conventional????


Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:49:57 -0700
> From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com
> To: tequila.brad at gmail.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
>
> Thanks Brad, I went ahead and topped off with Prestone Synthetic - DOT 4.
> Thanks folks for the replys.
>
> --- On Sun, 8/30/09, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
> To: "James Gruber" <thistle_3619 at yahoo.com>
> Date: Sunday, August 30, 2009, 11:46 AM
>
>
> You can mix Dot 4 with Dot 3, but I would NOT put Dot 3 in Bugsy.
>
> Brad
>
>
> On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 10:04 AM, James Gruber <thistle_3619 at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
>
> Bugsy is running a little low on Brake and Clutch Fluid so I stopped at the
> two close auto parts places this AM and cannot locate Castrol LMA. I do
know
> where I can find locally but not open today. Anyway Castrol WebSite says
LMA
> is fully compatible with Dot 3 or Dot 4. So which is it, Dot 3 or Dot 4. I
> bought some Prestone Synthetic Dot 4. Before I top off fluids, I'm assuming
I
> can add to existing Casatrol LMA.
>
> Just need to confirm not start the DOT 3, 4, 5 debate all over again. TIA.
> You are subscribed as tequila.brad at gmail.com
>
  > --
> DON JULIO 1942
>
> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad


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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug 30 16:22:41 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:22:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
	<831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>

On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 4:43 PM, brian S<bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

Do not confuse "synthetic" with "silicone". Not the same thing. I do
not want to make a categorical statement here, but some synthetic DOT4
can be mixed with some non-synthetic brake fluids.
David L

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sun Aug 30 16:35:25 2009
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:35:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com><831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com><BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <B5A67D14BCB441A3AB874EA1E4CB8FB9@HomePC>

According to Pegasus, Castrol LMA can be mixed with other brake fluids.

LAD

--------------------------------------------------
From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 5:22 PM
To: "brian S" <bugeye15 at hotmail.com>
Cc: "spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?

> On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 4:43 PM, brian S<bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Do not confuse "synthetic" with "silicone". Not the same thing. I do
> not want to make a categorical statement here, but some synthetic DOT4
> can be mixed with some non-synthetic brake fluids.
> David L
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From sales at justbrits.com  Sun Aug 30 16:48:45 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:48:45 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] VERY interesting article
Message-ID: <4A9B01CD.7030304@justbrits.com>

Hope you folks 'enjoy' !!!!

http://www.carlectro.com/node/33


Anon

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Aug 30 16:53:52 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:53:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <B5A67D14BCB441A3AB874EA1E4CB8FB9@HomePC>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
	<831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl>
	<402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
	<B5A67D14BCB441A3AB874EA1E4CB8FB9@HomePC>
Message-ID: <402188520908301553m5bf4b3f8xe26557b7e442775d@mail.gmail.com>

On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 5:35 PM, Larry Daniels<ladaniels at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> According to Pegasus, Castrol LMA can be mixed with other brake fluids.

And the current formulation of Castrol LMA IS synthetic.
David L

From grday at btinternet.com  Sun Aug 30 17:11:09 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:11:09 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com><831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com><BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl><402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
	<B5A67D14BCB441A3AB874EA1E4CB8FB9@HomePC>
Message-ID: <C21A0BA598AE447EAB96057356B2D6BF@dell330>

Wouldn't it have been easier using the same fluid instead of trying a mix 
and match deal?  It would certainly give me a greater peace of mind!!

All the best to all

Guy R Day



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Larry Daniels" <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
To: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com>; "brian S" <bugeye15 at hotmail.com>
Cc: "spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 11:35 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?


> According to Pegasus, Castrol LMA can be mixed with other brake fluids.
>
> LAD
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com>
> Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 5:22 PM
> To: "brian S" <bugeye15 at hotmail.com>
> Cc: "spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
>
>> On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 4:43 PM, brian S<bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> Do not confuse "synthetic" with "silicone". Not the same thing. I do
>> not want to make a categorical statement here, but some synthetic DOT4
>> can be mixed with some non-synthetic brake fluids.
>> David L
>> _______________________________________________
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From charlieoc at comcast.net  Sun Aug 30 19:19:45 2009
From: charlieoc at comcast.net (Charlie O'Connors)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:19:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject)
Message-ID: <016a01ca29d9$24222520$6c666f60$@net>

Before I upholster my '59 Bugeye I am thinking of installing a street type
roll bar.  Any suggestions on a source and installation would be greatly
appreciated.

 

Charlie O'Connors

Havana, FL

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sun Aug 30 19:35:45 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:35:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
	<831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl> 
	<402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W23A255DA67F0D31E64E3C3C2F20@phx.gbl>

Ahhh, I did get them confused, thanks for clearing that up.


Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:22:41 -0500
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
> From: 72spridget at gmail.com
> To: bugeye15 at hotmail.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
>
> On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 4:43 PM, brian S<bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> Do not confuse "synthetic" with "silicone". Not the same thing. I do
> not want to make a categorical statement here, but some synthetic DOT4
> can be mixed with some non-synthetic brake fluids.
> David L

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From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sun Aug 30 19:41:45 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:41:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>
	<5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W1521800F90CC5E159A4274C2F20@phx.gbl>

Early P-51's were Allison V12 (under)powered.
After they switched to the Merlin's, the Plane really came into it's own.
You are very right, very distinct  and wonderful sounds are the Merlin and Ma
Deuce.
Amazing that after all these years Military forces around the world still use
the M2 .50 cal.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:51:18 -0600
> From: derf247 at gmail.com
> To: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
>
> The P-51 has the Merlin, right?
> There are some signature sounds that just have no equal.
> The P-51 Mustang is one.
> The M2 .50 machine gun is another.
> They both sound like power.
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From sales at justbrits.com  Sun Aug 30 20:25:29 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:25:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W23A255DA67F0D31E64E3C3C2F20@phx.gbl>
References: <e98d88090908300846g49e8e2a0qf24706413dafea56@mail.gmail.com>
	<831628.94704.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<BLU103-W25AB79A08C9CBCE5C3EA9FC2F30@phx.gbl> 
	<402188520908301522mbde0d7eg2d2bc42005abf142@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU103-W23A255DA67F0D31E64E3C3C2F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4A9B3499.8040205@justbrits.com>

<<   Ahhh, I did get them confused, thanks for clearing that up.  >>

Some where on the Castrol site it tells WHEN the
"re-formulation occurred, Brian.

GT/LMA has been syn.  (NOT to be confused with
"sili-crud") for several years !!

Ed

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Aug 30 22:00:12 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:00:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Doug Bruce  -
Message-ID: <469106.12539.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Doug,
If you're out there, please email me off list.

TIA,
Ron

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sun Aug 30 23:26:12 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:26:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W1521800F90CC5E159A4274C2F20@phx.gbl>
References: <c50.561fb96e.37cb10f9@aol.com>
	<5f00d9910908291651h312f9b2fladddd76fa3240317@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU103-W1521800F90CC5E159A4274C2F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <43840a7e0908302226h4444a14p77900dddffcf40fc@mail.gmail.com>

On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 8:41 PM, brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Amazing that after all these years Military forces around the world still
> use
> the M2 .50 cal.
>

You see what one does to bad guys and you understand immediately.
--
Cheers!!
Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 31 05:05:14 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:05:14 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Castrol LMA - Dot 3 or Dot 4?
Message-ID: <d26.3b8cde8d.37cd086a@aol.com>

Yes as long as it's not silicone.
 
In a message dated 30/08/2009 22:45:21 GMT Daylight Time,  
bugeye15 at hotmail.com writes:

can you  mix synthetic brake fluid with  conventional????

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 31 05:06:21 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:06:21 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject)
Message-ID: <c52.58693029.37cd08ad@aol.com>

Alan Fisher in RI has some - he's on the list sometimes.
 
In a message dated 31/08/2009 02:27:59 GMT Daylight Time,  
charlieoc at comcast.net writes:

Before I  upholster my '59 Bugeye I am thinking of installing a street type
roll  bar.  Any suggestions on a source and installation would be  greatly
appreciated.



Charlie O'Connors

Havana,  FL

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 31 05:09:51 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:09:51 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Was: Re: Classic Motorsports Midget Project,
 now Pierce X-flo...
Message-ID: <c60.4dafc939.37cd097f@aol.com>

Ift it's based on an iron 7 port head then the design and origin was  
scandanavian not Mini Spares.  Still that doesn't help.  The iron 5  port design 
was well established but the re-work by Pierce's contactors didn't  improve 
the flow.
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 31/08/2009 02:55:31 GMT Daylight Time,  
bugeye15 at hotmail.com writes:


Interesting that you say that the MGB X-flow head isn't a Pierce  design.
It appears that "new" A series head isn't a pierce design  either.
The email I have says that it is similar to the MiniSport design  head.
it appears to me that it is the same as the Minisport but Aluminum  instead 
of cast iron,
and funded by Pierce and Dr. Ferrillo
This is what  Minisport has to say about their X-flow head.

Product Description:
Image Illustration Only  

Cast in iron to the highest standards, this is truly a cylinder  head to 
enhance any performance engine from fast road up to full race  specification. 
It has many fantastic features that make it one of the most  attractive 
additions to any Mini, not least of all that it fits under the  original bonnet 
without modification.

Its advantages over other heads  of this breed make it the winning choice 
for the original A-series tuner.  Using 7 ports (4 inlets, 3 exhausts) 
optimizes power achievement along with  compatibility with all the currently 
available 5 port performance parts.  

Twin inlet manifolds are cast one piece with the head, and in standard  
form these accept two twin barrel side draught 40mm carburetors, or  
alternatively they can be opened out to suit larger 45mm  carburetors.
Retaining the 3 exhaust ports allows any widely  available _ A _ or _ A+ _ 
series type exhaust manifolds and systems to be  used. 

Likewise any A-series cam (standard or competition) and any  valve train 
components fit straight on. 

Thanks to 1.2mm of extra space  between valve centerlines, this head also 
accepts big valves. Or if standard  to slightly oversize valves are used, the 
risk of cracking between inlet and  exhaust are greatly reduced. 

The 7 port cross flow head has shown  great success in real competition, as 
it was fitted to all the top Danish team  works cars. 

Under tests carried out on a standard (with the exception  of 1.5mm 
rockers) MG Metro, the head increased the maximum power to 100 HP.  This huge 
increase is due to the use of 4 inlet ports and the cross flow  construction. 

We also have a 7 port head fitted to a hill climb 1380  Mini, with a full 
race engine and Weber Alpha injection system, which is  producing 150bhp +, 
with only a 10:1 compression ratio. So, as you can see the  potential is 
massive!!!
..........



As you know, I am  far from an expert on these things, just passing along 
some info.
If I had  the funds, I would like to try it.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally  resto'ed!

From mikey at b2systems.com  Mon Aug 31 09:56:51 2009
From: mikey at b2systems.com (mike rambour)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:56:51 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> 
	<158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <1251734211.16852.1.camel@WebBrowser>

 I don't use Windows and got the message, no LOOKOUT here.

	mike

On Fri, 2009-08-28 at 15:13 -0700, Bill L wrote:
> Hello Frank,
> 
>      A couple of questions..
> 
>      Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?
> 
>      and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.
> 
>      If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use that
>      particular product from MICROSLOP

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Mon Aug 31 10:06:55 2009
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:06:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <1251734211.16852.1.camel@WebBrowser>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net>  
	<158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com> 
	<1251734211.16852.1.camel@WebBrowser>
Message-ID: <BLU103-W5B04A6FEBCAEEC45CEB0EC2F20@phx.gbl>

I got it on the 28th,
I don't use any email program other than webmail via Firefox,
 no clue how they got my address.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> From: mikey at b2systems.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:56:51 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Interesting......
>
>  I don't use Windows and got the message, no LOOKOUT here.
>
> 	mike
>
> On Fri, 2009-08-28 at 15:13 -0700, Bill L wrote:
> > Hello Frank,
> >
> >      A couple of questions..
> >
> >      Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?
> >
> >      and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.
> >
> >      If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use that
> >      particular product from MICROSLOP
> _______________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Aug 31 10:23:15 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:23:15 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Humour? - how to make real money
In-Reply-To: <COL116-W51D925897D7819FE2F1464B8F20@phx.gbl>
References: <9F46653E07DF4A61850CC4D708DAB741@6034>
	<COL116-W51D925897D7819FE2F1464B8F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W34FC122AA34B517DEA0080B8F20@phx.gbl>

> From the Bristol Evening Post:
>
> "Outside Bristol Zoo is the car park, with spaces for 150 cars and 8
> coaches. It has been manned 6 days a week for 23 years by the same charming
> and very polite car park attendant with the ticket machine. The charges are
> #1 per car and #5 per coach.
>
> On Monday 1 June, he did not turn up for work. Bristol Zoo management
> phoned Bristol City Council to ask them to send a replacement parking
> attendant.
>
> The Council said, 'That car park is your responsibility.' The Zoo said,
> 'The attendant was employed by the City Council... wasn't he?' The Council
> said, 'What attendant?'
>
> Gone missing from his home is a man who has been taking daily the car park
> fees amounting to about #400 per day for the last 23 years...!
>
> Total sum just short #2.9 million."

From peter at nosimport.com  Mon Aug 31 10:25:17 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:25:17 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <BLU103-W5B04A6FEBCAEEC45CEB0EC2F20@phx.gbl>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
	<1251734211.16852.1.camel@WebBrowser>
	<BLU103-W5B04A6FEBCAEEC45CEB0EC2F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <200908310925523.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

If I don't know what y'all are talking about, does that mean I didn't get IT?
         Peter C
=
At 11:06 AM 8/31/2009, brian S wrote:
>I got it on the 28th,
>I don't use any email program other than webmail via Firefox,
>  no clue how they got my address.
>
>Brian S.
>Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
>
>
>
> > From: mikey at b2systems.com
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:56:51 -0700
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Interesting......
> >
> >  I don't use Windows and got the message, no LOOKOUT here.
> >
> >       mike
> >
> > On Fri, 2009-08-28 at 15:13 -0700, Bill L wrote:
> > > Hello Frank,
> > >
> > >      A couple of questions..
> > >
> > >      Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?
> > >
> > >      and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.
> > >
> > >      If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use that
> > >      particular product from MICROSLOP
> > _______________________________________________

From george.brokaw at cox.net  Mon Aug 31 11:10:13 2009
From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:10:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Humour? - how to make real money
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W34FC122AA34B517DEA0080B8F20@phx.gbl>
References: <9F46653E07DF4A61850CC4D708DAB741@6034>
	<COL116-W51D925897D7819FE2F1464B8F20@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W34FC122AA34B517DEA0080B8F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <02b201ca2a5d$e7861650$b69242f0$@brokaw@cox.net>

I remember seeing this, for the first time, several years ago...

And then reading this:

http://www.snopes.com/crime/clever/carpark.asp


-----Original Message-----
> From the Bristol Evening Post:
>
> "Outside Bristol Zoo is the car park, with spaces for 150 cars and 8
> coaches. It has been manned 6 days a week for 23 years by the same
charming
> and very polite car park attendant with the ticket machine. The charges
are
> #1 per car and #5 per coach.
>
> On Monday 1 June, he did not turn up for work. Bristol Zoo management
> phoned Bristol City Council to ask them to send a replacement parking
> attendant.
>
> The Council said, 'That car park is your responsibility.' The Zoo said,
> 'The attendant was employed by the City Council... wasn't he?' The Council
> said, 'What attendant?'
>
> Gone missing from his home is a man who has been taking daily the car park
> fees amounting to about #400 per day for the last 23 years...!
>
> Total sum just short #2.9 million."
_______________________________________________

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Aug 31 11:36:05 2009
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:36:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Urban myth of the Bristol Zoo parking attendant
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W353DFDB5D7953433F7A79DB8F20@phx.gbl>
References: <9F46653E07DF4A61850CC4D708DAB741@6034><COL116-W51D925897D7819FE2F1464B8F20@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W34FC122AA34B517DEA0080B8F20@phx.gbl>
	<F9F2486D9A494156BD94B23B192CF615@spider>
	<BAY112-W353DFDB5D7953433F7A79DB8F20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <150DBAA2574D43AC91B7FB060937A9F0@spider>

The clue was it had nothing to do with cats or guns or heads with 27
openings. .bill in oregon

  _____  

From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca [mailto:robertduquette at sympatico.ca] 
Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 10:31 AM
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Subject: RE: Urban myth of the Bristol Zoo parking attendant

 

Yeah, I know.  :)
 
I didn't initially bother to look it up, as I just figured as much, so I
just marked it as "Humour".  But then, I figured on this list, I had best
look it up.
 
Thanks though!
 
> From: corvallis at peoplepc.com
> 
> Urban myth of the Bristol Zoo parking attendant Monday, June 15, 2009
> It's a Myth.
> google " Bristol Evening Post" parking zoo
> 
> ==================================================
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca
> Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 9:23 AM
> To: Spridgets
> Subject: [Spridgets] Humour? - how to make real money
> 
> > From the Bristol Evening Post:
> >
> > "Urban myth of the Bristol Zoo parking attendant
> Monday, June 15, 2009, 07:00is the car park, with spaces for 150 cars and
8
> > coaches. It has been manned 6 days a week for 23 years by the same
> charming
> > and very polite car park attendant with the ticket machine. The charges
> are
> > #1 per car and #5 per coach.
> >
> > On Monday 1 June, he did not turn up for work. Bristol Zoo management
> > phoned Bristol City Council to ask them to send a replacement parking
> > attendant.
> >
> > The Council said, 'That car park is your responsibility.' The Zoo said,
> > 'The attendant was employed by the City Council... wasn't he?' The
Council
> > said, 'What attendant?'
> >
> > Gone missing from his home is a man who has been taking daily the car
park
> > fees amounting to about #400 per day for the last 23 years...!
> >
> > Total sum just short #2.9 million."
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From sales at justbrits.com  Mon Aug 31 11:41:28 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:41:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Humour? - how to make real money
In-Reply-To: <02b201ca2a5d$e7861650$b69242f0$@brokaw@cox.net>
References: <9F46653E07DF4A61850CC4D708DAB741@6034>
	<COL116-W51D925897D7819FE2F1464B8F20@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W34FC122AA34B517DEA0080B8F20@phx.gbl>
	<02b201ca2a5d$e7861650$b69242f0$@brokaw@cox.net>
Message-ID: <4A9C0B48.80501@justbrits.com>

<<   And then reading this:

http://www.snopes.com/crime/clever/carpark.asp_       _>>

Yep Paul, somebody post it on my "Joke List" (9issa)
and somebody IMMEDIATELY 'snoped' it also.

<G>

Ed
ALL Listers ARE always invited to the List <VBG>!!
(even Brad but he is too 'thin-skinned' to take a
bit of commentary <G> )

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Mon Aug 31 13:05:10 2009
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:05:10 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Was: Re: Classic Motorsports Midget Project,
 now Pierce X-flo...
Message-ID: <d1c.4b6534c8.37cd78e6@aol.com>

One of the UK magazines did a feature on the iron 7 port a couple of years  
back.  In fact it may have been DV that did the feature.  However,  there 
is no guarantee that the Pierce 7 port will flow the same, worse or  better.
 
In a message dated 31/08/2009 17:09:56 GMT Daylight Time,  
bugeye15 at hotmail.com writes:

Thanks  for the Info Daniel,
very interesting.....
Wish someone would do a  before and after dyno comparison.
Maybe they won't, because of what you  said, not that 
big of an improvement over a good 5 port head.

Brian  S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Mon Aug 31 13:08:26 2009
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:08:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting......
In-Reply-To: <200908310925523.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <64783.71199.qm@web83915.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4A98522C.9010707@comcast.net> <158452284.20090828151323@pacifier.com>
	<1251734211.16852.1.camel@WebBrowser>
	<BLU103-W5B04A6FEBCAEEC45CEB0EC2F20@phx.gbl>
	<200908310925523.SM01560@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <FD03036F-9F0F-4FDD-B661-91D6BECA80C5@comcast.net>

I'm in the same boat!  I have no clue what you are talking about..   
but I guess that's a good thing..

Lester


On Aug 31, 2009, at 11:25 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote:

> If I don't know what y'all are talking about, does that mean I  
> didn't get IT?
>        Peter C
> =
> At 11:06 AM 8/31/2009, brian S wrote:
>> I got it on the 28th,
>> I don't use any email program other than webmail via Firefox,
>> no clue how they got my address.
>>
>> Brian S.
>> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
>>
>>
>>
>> > From: mikey at b2systems.com
>> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> > Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:56:51 -0700
>> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Interesting......
>> >
>> >  I don't use Windows and got the message, no LOOKOUT here.
>> >
>> >       mike
>> >
>> > On Fri, 2009-08-28 at 15:13 -0700, Bill L wrote:
>> > > Hello Frank,
>> > >
>> > >      A couple of questions..
>> > >
>> > >      Did everybody who SENT it use OUTLOOK?
>> > >
>> > >      and did everybody who GOT it use OUTLOOK too?.
>> > >
>> > >      If either is true, a good demonstration of why NOT to use  
>> that
>> > >      particular product from MICROSLOP
>> > _______________________________________________
> _______________________________________________
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From John.Deikis at va.gov  Mon Aug 31 15:44:06 2009
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:44:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Doug Bruce
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA94029222AB@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

Ron:

I think I have his card with his email address at home.

I'll try to remember to send you the contact info.

JohnD

---------------



Message: 11

Date: Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:00:12 -0700 (PDT)

From: Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com>

Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Doug Bruce  -

To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>, team-thicko at autox.team.net

Message-ID: <469106.12539.qm at web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii



Doug,

If you're out there, please email me off list.



TIA,

Ron

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Mon Aug 31 15:59:30 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:59:30 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <4A9945EF.13196.6AE0DE@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <d61.55604552.37c9a2bc@aol.com>, <4A993843.9070502@comcast.net>
	<4A9945EF.13196.6AE0DE@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <00d901ca2a86$51881ee0$f4985ca0$@net>

Jim Johnson wrote:  "Watched many a B52 and B47 take-off."

In October 1959, our Navy football team flew into Eglin Air Force Base for a
game.  While standing outside our R4D (DC-3), a couple of the players
wandered over to get a closer look at some B-47's parked close by.  Holy
snit, armed to the teeth security forces were all over them like flies on
feces!  Ever see three sailors in their dress blues spread-eagled on the
concrete?  Not a pretty sight.

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Mon Aug 31 18:34:54 2009
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:34:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] So...
Message-ID: <e98d88090908311734q1b146374x832057205668c11e@mail.gmail.com>

I'm here in Mexico, and just saw my first Peugot 206 coupe. Anyone else ever
seen one? Are they available in a convertible version, and are they worth a
damn?

-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 31 19:24:22 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:24:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <00d901ca2a86$51881ee0$f4985ca0$@net>
Message-ID: <624473.99828.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 8/31/09, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:
> wandered
over to get a closer look at some B-47's parked
> close by.  Holy
> snit,
armed to the teeth security forces were all over them
> like flies on
>
feces!  Ever see three sailors in their dress blues
> spread-eagled on the
>
concrete?  Not a pretty sight.

Beats the crap out of a Robins AFB crack
security team back in late 2001 when security was supposedly at its post 9/11
height. One of my guys was briefing a C-130 crew out on the tarmac. He
de-planed so they could taxi out. He stepped off to the side of an active taxi
way. The plane left, he was left standing 1/2 mile from any structure for
nearly 2 hours, no cell, no nothing. We got a lot of mileage out of it,
though.

Ron

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 31 19:28:42 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:28:42 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] So...
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908311734q1b146374x832057205668c11e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <634120.90314.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 8/31/09, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:
> first Peugot 206 coupe. Anyone else ever
> seen one? 

Yes - you can't swing a dead Fiat without hitting one in Brazil.

Ron

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 31 19:40:38 2009
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:40:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] So...
In-Reply-To: <e98d88090908311734q1b146374x832057205668c11e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <147894.34746.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Peugeot makes some very cool little hot (and not so hot) hatches.  Never
rented one, but have seen a bunch.  One of my wife's friends has a 206 coupe
that has one of those origami folding hardtops that folds down to a
convertible.  Hers isn't very quick, but a neat car nonetheless.. 
 
 - David

--- On Mon, 8/31/09, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:


From: Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] So...
To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, August 31, 2009, 7:34 PM


I'm here in Mexico, and just saw my first Peugot 206 coupe. Anyone else ever
seen one? Are they available in a convertible version, and are they worth a
damn?

--
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad
You are subscribed as tncarnut1 at yahoo.com

http://www.team.net/archive

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spridgets

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 31 19:44:59 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:44:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] So...
In-Reply-To: <634120.90314.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <e98d88090908311734q1b146374x832057205668c11e@mail.gmail.com>
	<634120.90314.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <402188520908311844n46e1f221i4f1d064f4c3e42f3@mail.gmail.com>

>> first Peugot 206 coupe. Anyone else ever
>> seen one?

> Yes - you can't swing a dead Fiat without hitting one in Brazil.

And I imagine that all of the Fiat 171s that were there when I left
are fully qualified as "dead Fiats" by now.
David L

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Mon Aug 31 19:50:21 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:50:21 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <624473.99828.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <00d901ca2a86$51881ee0$f4985ca0$@net>
	<624473.99828.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <011901ca2aa6$91375220$b3a5f660$@net>

Ron Soave wrote:  "... he was left standing 1/2 mile from any structure for
nearly 2 hours, no cell, no nothing."

Well, no Muslim terrorists attacked THAT piece of concrete, did they?
Remember, they also serve who only stand and wait!  (Which we were also told
about standing sentry duty around the barracks at boot camp at the San Diego
NRTC.)




-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ron Soave
Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 6:24 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC

--- On Mon, 8/31/09, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:
> wandered
over to get a closer look at some B-47's parked
> close by.  Holy
> snit,
armed to the teeth security forces were all over them
> like flies on
>
feces!  Ever see three sailors in their dress blues
> spread-eagled on the
>
concrete?  Not a pretty sight.

Beats the crap out of a Robins AFB crack
security team back in late 2001 when security was supposedly at its post
9/11
height. One of my guys was briefing a C-130 crew out on the tarmac. He
de-planed so they could taxi out. He stepped off to the side of an active
taxi
way. The plane left, he was left standing 1/2 mile from any structure for
nearly 2 hours, no cell, no nothing. We got a lot of mileage out of it,
though.

Ron
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Aug 31 20:07:18 2009
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:07:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
In-Reply-To: <00ec01ca2aa7$bf741000$3e5c3000$@net>
References: <10701925.199497.1251493278446.JavaMail.txtblapp@ip-10-250-131-129.ec2.internal>
	<402188520908311855r127a89fs1b57b2378ab4e71e@mail.gmail.com>
	<00ec01ca2aa7$bf741000$3e5c3000$@net>
Message-ID: <402188520908311907n2e5a2a89y35e14fd6ea7c7e4e@mail.gmail.com>

OK folks,
I suck at trying to get something like this together.

What we are looking at right now is the weekend of October 10th in
Princeton, Wisconsin. No telling what else will come up, but the
primary goal is to install a MaxJax lift. A rotary hammer drill with a
5/8" concrete bit and a 7/8" concrete bit for the drop-in anchors will
be needed. No, I do not have one ;-) Anyone planning to come who has
access to such a device?
David L

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Aug 31 23:00:28 2009
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:00:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
In-Reply-To: <402188520908311907n2e5a2a89y35e14fd6ea7c7e4e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <526681.31317.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

At the rate I'm going with all these "drop in" mods. I may be ready for Road
America by then. 

Daves, Peter, Larry, Chris....HELP. Nothing fits. 

--- On
Mon, 8/31/09, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: David Lieb
<72spridget at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
> To:
"Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Monday, August 31, 2009, 9:07
PM
> OK folks,
> I suck at trying to get something like this together.
> 
>
What we are looking at right now is the weekend of October
> 10th in
>
Princeton, Wisconsin. No telling what else will come up,
> but the
> primary
goal is to install a MaxJax lift. A rotary hammer
> drill with a
> 5/8"
concrete bit and a 7/8" concrete bit for the drop-in
> anchors will
> be
needed. No, I do not have one ;-) Anyone planning to
> come who has
> access
to such a device?
> David L
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Aug 31 23:15:14 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:15:14 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <624473.99828.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <00d901ca2a86$51881ee0$f4985ca0$@net>
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Don't know anything about your "guys" but if he was under the age of 80 and
had both legs I would think he could have *walked* (is that a forbidden word
these days?) back to Base Ops in 2 hours!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 6:24 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:

> --- On Mon, 8/31/09, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:
> > wandered
> over to get a closer look at some B-47's parked
> > close by.  Holy
> > snit,
> armed to the teeth security forces were all over them
> > like flies on
> >
> feces!  Ever see three sailors in their dress blues
> > spread-eagled on the
> >
> concrete?  Not a pretty sight.
>
> Beats the crap out of a Robins AFB crack
> security team back in late 2001 when security was supposedly at its post
> 9/11
> height. One of my guys was briefing a C-130 crew out on the tarmac. He
> de-planed so they could taxi out. He stepped off to the side of an active
> taxi
> way. The plane left, he was left standing 1/2 mile from any structure for
> nearly 2 hours, no cell, no nothing. We got a lot of mileage out of it,
> though.
>
> Ron
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Jim
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not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Aug 31 23:27:02 2009
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:27:02 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] An SOS Erection (Lift)
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Hammer drill and bits...  Check with RSC rentals...   Maybe Frank could come
and...   Ah...   Nevermind....  That would hurt too bad....

Cheers!!
Jim

On Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 7:07 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> OK folks,
> I suck at trying to get something like this together.
>
> What we are looking at right now is the weekend of October 10th in
> Princeton, Wisconsin. No telling what else will come up, but the
> primary goal is to install a MaxJax lift. A rotary hammer drill with a
> 5/8" concrete bit and a 7/8" concrete bit for the drop-in anchors will
> be needed. No, I do not have one ;-) Anyone planning to come who has
> access to such a device?
> David L
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Jim
Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I am
not
sure about the former. - Albert Einstein

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Mon Aug 31 23:59:04 2009
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:59:04 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Aviation piston engine question - No LBC
In-Reply-To: <43840a7e0908312215m5c3b7f41qe3300672b429f4d1@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <005b01ca2ac9$5019ed70$f04dc850$@net>

Jim Johnson wrote:  "Don't know anything about your "guys" but if he was
under the age of 80 and had both legs I would think he could have *walked*
(is that a forbidden word these days?) back to Base Ops in 2 hours!"

You don't understand.  He was in the AIR FORCE!