From mark at bradakis.com Thu Apr 1 01:21:23 2010 From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 02:21:23 -0600 (MDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fools and Funding Message-ID: <20100401082123.2FD892E0AC@bradakis.com> No, this is not a political rant about the scoundrels on Capitol Hill. I'll rant about that elsewhere, probably the prattle forum on the Team.Net forums. For the moment, though, consider this my annual State of Team.Net speech. It is getting sent out on All Fool's Day. More on that in a bit. Back in April of 1991 the domain team.net was registered. We are 19 years old this month. Of course there were a few years before then that email was just sent to various places as the lists were in their infancy. The patriarch of the family was SOL, the Scions of Lucas, thanks to Dale Cook and Jim Muller. Now there are over 60 Team.Net email lists, and about 14,000 subscribers scattered about the planet. And 19 years old describes my age when I moved to Salt Lake City, a young lad looking for adventure in the mountains through climbing and skiing. And many an adventure was to be had. The biggest was no doubt the Weird Winter Wall trip of 1977. I really need to write that up, get a bunch of the slides digitized to share with others. The short version is that I am amazingly lucky to still be alive. It was April 1st, 1977 when the four of us, hungry and exhausted, demoralized and chilled to the bone sat on a mountainside in the Wind Rivers and watched the sun come up. Sunrises are always beautiful, but to this day those first faintly glowing streaks of red, orange and gold have never looked so welcome as on that morning. We knew we'd make it, we'd see more sunrises. It seems appropriate that we returned to civilization on April Fool's day. A winter ascent of the North Face of Mt. Hooker seems a fool's errand in hindsight. But I survived. And Team.Net has survived. There have certainly been many times over the years when I've felt the fool for putting in the effort to keep it going. Just hitting the off switch and walking away would have been so easy. But far more prominent are the occasions where a well crafted message, an unsolicited thank you or donation, a T shirt or some trinket unexpectedly showing up at my doorstep makes me realize what a treasure Team.Net has been over the years. There are untold old classics out there still on the road, thanks to you folks. Sure, you may have never turned a wrench on them, or pushed them in or out of the garage, but the technical support provided, along with the email equivalent of a friendly smile and a heartfelt pat on the back has kept folks going. They've taken that fool's errand of a hopeless restoration and brought it back from near death to see another sunrise. If you see fit, please make use of the information provided at http://www.team.net/donate.html mjb. "But look, the morn in russet mantle clad walks o'er the dew of yon high eastward hill" Hamlet, Wm. Shakespeare From peter at nosimport.com Thu Apr 1 08:00:44 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:00:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms Message-ID: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> In northern Illinois. They might let Sprites in.... who knows. Peter C --- >Conclave 2010 has added a "post" Conclave Driver Education Day at >Blackhawk Farms Raceway. > >Details can be found on the Conclave 2010 website >http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com >_______________________________________________ From frog.aye at gmail.com Thu Apr 1 09:03:56 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 09:03:56 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: Peter, If you look at the sign up sheet for Education Day they even have a picture of a Frogeye on the Logo! Maybe they're getting more accepting???? Hal From 72spridget at gmail.com Thu Apr 1 10:16:39 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 12:16:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: References: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: > If you look at the sign up sheet for Education Day they even have a picture > of a Frogeye on the Logo! > Maybe they're getting more accepting???? Hey, lots of the guys in the host club have Spridgets, some to the exclusion of Heavey-Healeys. David L From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Apr 1 10:22:50 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 10:22:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <781828.18294.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I happen to know a driving instructor there.... --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Peter Caldwell wrote: > From: Peter Caldwell > Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 10:00 AM > In northern Illinois. > > They might let Sprites in.... who knows. > > Peter C > --- > > > >Conclave 2010 has added a "post" Conclave Driver > Education Day at > >Blackhawk Farms Raceway. > > > >Details can be found on the Conclave 2010 website > >http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com > >_______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From bkitterer at me.com Thu Apr 1 13:02:04 2010 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:02:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <43179689-B2DC-490A-9F93-1F7213400AE0@me.com> They always have as long as I have been to Conclave's. Even have a photo of Amy (now lost somewhere) spinning out in her Sprite at the raceway in St. Louis. Bob Kitterer 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage 2000 Miata Special Edition - in storage On Apr 1, 2010, at 8:00 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > In northern Illinois. > > They might let Sprites in.... who knows. > > Peter C > --- > > >> Conclave 2010 has added a "post" Conclave Driver Education Day at Blackhawk Farms Raceway. >> >> Details can be found on the Conclave 2010 website >> http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com >> _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From neilandcustom at gmail.com Thu Apr 1 15:52:35 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 17:52:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <001701cad1e7$bc7ba1f0$3572e5d0$@com> References: <20100401070078.SM06964@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <781828.18294.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <002601cad1e5$25431630$6fc94290$@com> <001701cad1e7$bc7ba1f0$3572e5d0$@com> Message-ID: <003301cad1ee$0c2eb650$248c22f0$@com> Ron, You could BE a driving instructor there. Just give up the day job, or at least take a sabbatical during race season. I think there is a mistaken impression that Sprites or Sridgets are not as welcome in the Healey and possibly MG clubs as their bigger brothers (or sisters, whatever). As David said, our local Healey club has more than adequate representation of Sprites and Spridgets. President-2 Bugeyes, Membership Director, his son-2 Bugeyes, one Sqaure body, Driving Events chairman-v.fast Modified Bugeye, Newsletter Editor-Bugeye, Recording Sec'y-Bugeye Founding AHCA member-Bugeye owner from 50's, Founding AHCA member-former Bugeye owner, Myself-2 Bugeye project cars, one active There are over 30 Spridgets in our local club from a total of about 110 members. Lately, at our gymkhanas, we have almost equal representation of all sizes of Healeys and a fair number of Spridgets from the British Car Union. There never has been a bias of one Healey model over another in our club. The Australians don't let the Big Healey and the Sprite Clubs mix and most of us here have never understood that policy. Maybe it is because they view the world upside down. I extend the invitation, to all that read this list (and that includes all Spridgets), to join us in Galena, Illinois in July of this year for our national meet, Conclave 2010, hosted by the Midwest Region of the AHCA. Go to http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com/ for full information about the fun event we are planning. The track day at Blackhawk Farms follows our week-long event on Friday the 16th. We even think enough of the different car models that you can get a Spridget on the logo for any regalia you may purchase. That is why you see a white Bugeye on the track day logo, the Driving Events chairman has one. If you don't get "Healey Marque", I will forward you more information that was in the magazine. Many from our club plan to be at the Spridget event next year in Elkhart Lake. We would enjoy having you join us this year. All the best, Neil Anderson Conclave 2010, organizing committee -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ron Soave Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 12:23 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms I happen to know a driving instructor there.... --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Peter Caldwell wrote: > From: Peter Caldwell > Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 10:00 AM > In northern Illinois. > > They might let Sprites in.... who knows. > > Peter C > --- > > > >Conclave 2010 has added a "post" Conclave Driver > Education Day at > >Blackhawk Farms Raceway. > > > >Details can be found on the Conclave 2010 website > >http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com > >_______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/neilandcustom at gmail.com From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Apr 1 16:18:48 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 16:18:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <003301cad1ee$0c2eb650$248c22f0$@com> Message-ID: <680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Neil Anderson wrote: > You could BE a driving instructor there. Just give up That was the joke - starting this year, I am going to be an instructor for the monthly track days. Day job mostly still intact, since it's non-paying ("Will Teach For Track Time"). Ron From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 1 17:43:57 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:43:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <984AFC9396DD474AAD957A9A74CA9AF3@HomePC> Ron, what's the story on the track days? I recall in SCCA that there were rent-a-racer cars available. Do you guys have any cars available? I wouldn't mind putting some hot laps in, but don't want to buy a car for a lousy couple days a year. Since my racing license expired 15+ years ago, what would I need to do to put in some laps? A school weekend or would they accept my record of finishes from years ago to show that I'm not a complete idiot out there? Promise I won't hold everybody up! Could be fun. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 6:18 PM To: ; "'Peter Caldwell'" ; "Neil Anderson" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Neil Anderson wrote: > You could BE a driving instructor there. Just give up That was the joke - starting this year, I am going to be an instructor for the monthly track days. Day job mostly still intact, since it's non-paying ("Will Teach For Track Time"). Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From jjj at acsnet.com Thu Apr 1 19:01:43 2010 From: jjj at acsnet.com (jjj at acsnet.com) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 21:01:43 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] [ Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey day at BlackHawk Message-ID: <3439.66.172.236.75.1270173703.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Would they be as informal as LoTO? I might make it for a couple of days with my wife and bugeye. Its only across the state of Ia. for me. How about others of this group? Only bigger Healey I've ever been interested in is a 100/4 though. Kurt Appley From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Apr 1 19:03:59 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:03:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <984AFC9396DD474AAD957A9A74CA9AF3@HomePC> Message-ID: <41722.17973.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Run what you brung, no loaners. Race cars and street cars are on different days of the month. For street car days, you need a driver's license and if it is a convertible, a roll bar (must be able to lock in the "UP" position if it is retractable). No race cars on track car days, which will limit my volunteering significantly. There are a lot of guys with track day cars out there, surprisingly. My first vict..., er, student will be Bruce Murphy and his WRX-STi. His race license expired 10 years or so ago, but he was turning SCCA respectable lap times during touring. Ron --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > From: Larry Daniels > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms > To: "Ron Soave" , spridgets at autox.team.net, "'Peter Caldwell'" , "Neil Anderson" > Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 7:43 PM > Ron, what's the story on the track > days? I recall in SCCA that there were > rent-a-racer cars available. Do you guys have any > cars available? > > I wouldn't mind putting some hot laps in, but don't want to > buy a car for a > lousy couple days a year. > > Since my racing license expired 15+ years ago, what would I > need to do to > put in some laps? A school weekend or would they > accept my record of > finishes from years ago to show that I'm not a complete > idiot out there? > Promise I won't hold everybody up! > > Could be fun. > > LAD > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Ron Soave" > Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 6:18 PM > To: ; > "'Peter Caldwell'" ; > > "Neil Anderson" > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at > Blackhawk Farms > > --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Neil Anderson > wrote: > > You could > BE a driving instructor there. Just give up > > That was the joke - starting > this year, I am going to be an instructor for the monthly > track days. Day > job > mostly still intact, since it's non-paying ("Will Teach For > Track Time"). > > Ron > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Thu Apr 1 20:32:43 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 22:32:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) In-Reply-To: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> Message-ID: <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> The past day or so here in Wisconsin have been fantastic! So why not start up insurance, pull it out of storage and drive it? Holy sh#$ it runs great, as is, better than when I parked it in October. I decide to run it to work, give some rides at lunch hour, 50 or so miles in 24 hours, things are good! Driving home I notice a smell, and it's not the usual oil one. Pop the hood in the driveway and I now have a melted blob of wires from the alternator and related trailing back. I had no other warning, no lights, radio worked fine, gauges were OK. Battery (about year old and tended to over the winter), was slightly discharged according to my meter. Sooo.... Do I splice new wires or invest in a new loom? Get a new/ different alternator again? Or go safe and go back to a generator and regulator? I don't get it. I thought I squashed the charging problems about 250 miles ago. Any thoughts better than my wife's welcome.. Chris 66 MKIII 1098 From neilandcustom at gmail.com Thu Apr 1 20:34:29 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 22:34:29 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <003301cad1ee$0c2eb650$248c22f0$@com> <680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <001201cad215$68c2e630$3a48b290$@com> Well, that's cool! Now, I really wish I had my Sprite done. My new goal is to have it finished for the Elkhart Lake meet next year. With my business and Conclave planning, I don't get too much time to work on the car. If you are still instructing next year, maybe then. I did one driver's school at Blackhawk years ago with the VSCDA, but that is as far as it went. Neil -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave [mailto:soavero at yahoo.com] Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 6:19 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; 'Peter Caldwell'; Neil Anderson Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Neil Anderson wrote: > You could BE a driving instructor there. Just give up That was the joke - starting this year, I am going to be an instructor for the monthly track days. Day job mostly still intact, since it's non-paying ("Will Teach For Track Time"). Ron From pythias at pacifier.com Thu Apr 1 21:11:28 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 21:11:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) In-Reply-To: <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <19385890.20100401211128@pacifier.com> Hello Chris, splice the wires. If you take out the loom NOW, you'll miss the driving season. Wait till next winter, if you decide to do it at all... my 2 cents -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" Astronauts get missile-toe. From kgb at frontiernet.net Thu Apr 1 21:12:05 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:12:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) In-Reply-To: <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <4BB56E95.90202@frontiernet.net> A good husband always listens to his wife. Accept it. The car doesn't like you. Any attempt to fix it will be futile. I'll be up with a trailer on Monday. Kate > > Any thoughts better than my wife's welcome.. > > Chris > > 66 MKIII 1098 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From dlh2001 at comcast.net Thu Apr 1 22:32:43 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 01:32:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <8404659873574B649A6BE9BBF355F3F4@blackbox2> The "easiest" and most reliable arrangement is the alternator. Especially if it's a modern "one wire" internally regulated type. There is nothing "safer" about a generator. It is more complex and troublesome. The only reason to go back to the generator is if you want originality and you plan to trailer the car to events. You need to find out what happened. What shorted? What might have been hooked up wrong? If you only cooked the wires from the alternator up to the battery, then you may be able to slavage the harness an splice in new wires. But you will need to rip off the outer covering and inspect the adjacent wires to judge the extent of damage. Otherwise I would bite the bullet, get a new harnes and get good instructions on how to correctly adapt in a modern alternator. (email me off list for all the info I used to install an early 90's Honda alternator) It also would be wise to send that alternator to the shop to get it tested. You may have blown it's diodes or regulator. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Manuel" > Driving home I notice a smell, and it's not the usual oil one. Pop the hood > in the driveway and I now have a melted blob of wires from the alternator > and related trailing back. > > I had no other warning, no lights, radio worked fine, gauges were OK. > Battery (about year old and tended to over the winter), was slightly > discharged according to my meter. > > Sooo.... > Do I splice new wires or invest in a new loom? > Get a new/ different alternator again? Or go safe and go back to a generator > and regulator? > > I don't get it. I thought I squashed the charging problems about 250 miles > ago. > > Any thoughts better than my wife's welcome.. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 04:49:05 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 06:49:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms In-Reply-To: <001201cad215$68c2e630$3a48b290$@com> References: <003301cad1ee$0c2eb650$248c22f0$@com><680981.41415.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <001201cad215$68c2e630$3a48b290$@com> Message-ID: <19C7ABA2D9C2416CB8879DA496386330@HomePC> Neil, I know a guy who rents vintage Formula Fords. If you want to rent one for track days, let me know. I'm thinking of it. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Neil Anderson" Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 10:34 PM To: "'Ron Soave'" ; ; "'Peter Caldwell'" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms Well, that's cool! Now, I really wish I had my Sprite done. My new goal is to have it finished for the Elkhart Lake meet next year. With my business and Conclave planning, I don't get too much time to work on the car. If you are still instructing next year, maybe then. I did one driver's school at Blackhawk years ago with the VSCDA, but that is as far as it went. Neil -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave [mailto:soavero at yahoo.com] Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 6:19 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; 'Peter Caldwell'; Neil Anderson Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Healey Day at Blackhawk Farms --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Neil Anderson wrote: > You could BE a driving instructor there. Just give up That was the joke - starting this year, I am going to be an instructor for the monthly track days. Day job mostly still intact, since it's non-paying ("Will Teach For Track Time"). Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From davriker at nwi.net Fri Apr 2 07:13:07 2010 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 07:13:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <3D8F41B0050744979F4FF8FC6114DB26@MAIN> I'm with Dean on this one. I'd just add that replacing a wiring harness in a spridget isn't tough, and, you could order one made for a 1973 that already includes provisions for an alternator instead of a generator. Dave R. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Manuel" To: "'Spridgets'" Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 8:32 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) > > Driving home I notice a smell, and it's not the usual oil one. Pop the > hood > in the driveway and I now have a melted blob of wires from the alternator > and related trailing back. > > I had no other warning, no lights, radio worked fine, gauges were OK. > Battery (about year old and tended to over the winter), was slightly > discharged according to my meter. > > Sooo.... > Do I splice new wires or invest in a new loom? > Get a new/ different alternator again? Or go safe and go back to a > generator > and regulator? > > I don't get it. I thought I squashed the charging problems about 250 > miles > ago. > > Any thoughts better than my wife's welcome.. [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com Fri Apr 2 07:46:43 2010 From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 07:46:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Tonneau Easy Fix Message-ID: <933689.44379.qm@web34206.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Rick, I had the same issue with getting tonneau to stretch to the sides but I imagine you could do the same for the Tenax fastener. My solution was a 1" strip of nylon webbing about 2" long that I added a male and female snap on either end and opposite sides to simply "extend" the length of the tonneau. NO the tonneau isn't any longer but I no longer am struggling to get it to snap, simply moved my connection points. You could do the same with a Male and Female Tenax fastener attached to a piece of Nylon Webbing.. From rdgard at cox.net Fri Apr 2 09:46:03 2010 From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 09:46:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Need new engine built. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <66440C0388E14FE5BF12779B7066F847@internetpc> Does anyone on the list know of any good engine builder in the San Diego area. A friend of my son wants his 1275 built and "hotted up" some. Not radical but good solid street machine. So if you or someone you know would be interested in building a motor, call Jim Berry at 808-265-2870 or contact me on or off list. Thanks, Bob in San Diego. Robert D. Gardner Gardner Productions LLC Film and Video Production since 1978 619-460-1000 www.gardnerproductions.com From peter at nosimport.com Fri Apr 2 11:09:27 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:09:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget Message-ID: <201004021009436.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? Or do I have to crawl? Peter C From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 12:03:47 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:03:47 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC Message-ID: <1236842758.4108.1270235027945.JavaMail.root@vms170057> From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 2 12:37:40 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 15:37:40 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget Message-ID: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, peter at nosimport.com writes: Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? Or do I have to crawl? Peter C From peter at nosimport.com Fri Apr 2 12:46:02 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:46:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> References: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> Message-ID: <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. Peter == At 02:37 PM 4/2/2010, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: >Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? > >In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, >peter at nosimport.com writes: >Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? > >Or do I have to crawl? > > >Peter C From lists at dinospider.com Fri Apr 2 13:39:05 2010 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:39:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC In-Reply-To: <1236842758.4108.1270235027945.JavaMail.root@vms170057> References: <1236842758.4108.1270235027945.JavaMail.root@vms170057> Message-ID: <4BB655E9.4000101@dinospider.com> I am confused, you are not rich because you send out blank messages ? In that case, I should be filthy rich since I have NEVER been accused of being at a loss for words :) mike On 04/02/2010 12:03 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lists at dinospider.com From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Fri Apr 2 14:03:05 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 14:03:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: What model is this? I thought it was on the left side. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 12:46 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I > couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. > Peter > == > > At 02:37 PM 4/2/2010, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > >> Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? >> >> In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, >> peter at nosimport.com writes: >> Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? >> >> Or do I have to crawl? >> >> >> Peter C >> > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer at dslextreme.com From peter at nosimport.com Fri Apr 2 14:09:11 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:09:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: References: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <201004021309461.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Spitfidget 1500 with a Stanpart tranny. Kevin V says to crawl. Peter - At 04:03 PM 4/2/2010, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: >What model is this? I thought it was on the left side. >Mike MacLean >60 Sprite >56 BN2 > >On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 12:46 PM, Peter Caldwell ><peter at nosimport.com> wrote: >I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I >couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. > Peter >== > >At 02:37 PM 4/2/2010, >WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: >Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? > >In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, >peter at nosimport.com writes: >Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? > >Or do I have to crawl? From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 14:19:02 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 16:19:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <82BAFBA6E6BE4CBB94538E5C9101BDC3@HomePC> http://www.mgexperience.net/article/mgoc-basic-2.html Access from underneath. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Peter Caldwell" Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 2:46 PM To: Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. Peter == At 02:37 PM 4/2/2010, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: >Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? > >In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, >peter at nosimport.com writes: >Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? > >Or do I have to crawl? > > >Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From peter at nosimport.com Fri Apr 2 14:24:01 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:24:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: <82BAFBA6E6BE4CBB94538E5C9101BDC3@HomePC> References: <3a37a.5abce372.38e7a184@aol.com> <20100402114686.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <82BAFBA6E6BE4CBB94538E5C9101BDC3@HomePC> Message-ID: <201004021323861.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Mini has a dipstick..... only 1 for everything. Mini 1 Spitfidget 0 Peter = At 04:19 PM 4/2/2010, Larry Daniels wrote: >http://www.mgexperience.net/article/mgoc-basic-2.html > >Access from underneath. > >LAD > >-------------------------------------------------- >From: "Peter Caldwell" >Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 2:46 PM >To: >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget > >I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I >couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. > Peter >== >At 02:37 PM 4/2/2010, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > >Should be a rubber bung, oval shaped? > > > >In a message dated 02/04/2010 20:26:20 GMT Daylight Time, > >peter at nosimport.com writes: > >Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? > > > >Or do I have to crawl? > > > > > >Peter C >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > > > >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 9.0.800 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2785 - Release Date: >04/02/10 01:32:00 From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 2 14:59:16 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:59:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) In-Reply-To: <3D8F41B0050744979F4FF8FC6114DB26@MAIN> References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net> <000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com> <3D8F41B0050744979F4FF8FC6114DB26@MAIN> Message-ID: <4BB668B4.4080606@comcast.net> David Riker wrote: > I'm with Dean on this one. I'd just add that replacing a wiring harness in > a spridget isn't tough, I have saved several smoked harnesses, I open them up, fix the melted wire and the 1 or 2 it may have taken out when it smoked. Most smoked harnesses are from the red parking lamp wire or the brown always hot from the battery. They short out somewhere along the line, the parking lamp wire seems to alway smoke where it runs behind the interior panel along the right side of the car or where it runs over the wheel hump. The brown wire seems like it smokes from the headlamp switch more times than not. So if your brown alternator wire let it's smoke out, check the headlamp switch or your connections where you went from generator to alternator. the brown and brown/blue wires. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 15:35:47 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:35:47 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC Message-ID: <918946282.10151.1270247747776.JavaMail.root@vms170055> From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 15:37:23 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:37:23 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC Message-ID: <1912221013.10182.1270247843467.JavaMail.root@vms170055> From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 16:07:02 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:07:02 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 3rd try... about not being rich... Message-ID: <1980437445.10766.1270249622178.JavaMail.root@vms170055> /9wXNSM: Permission denied From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 2 16:19:45 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 16:19:45 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Mallory dual point FT Message-ID: <573971.55877.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I just came across a Mallory dual point dizzy that I forgot I had. It is almost brand new condition. If anyone is interested, will trade for 23D in good condition. Ron From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 16:21:38 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 18:21:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC In-Reply-To: <918946282.10151.1270247747776.JavaMail.root@vms170055> References: <918946282.10151.1270247747776.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: I wasn't sure about what you said the first time, but now I agree. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Dave KK7SS" Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 5:35 PM Cc: Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 16:29:57 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:29:57 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC Message-ID: <1541312342.11240.1270250997757.JavaMail.root@vms170055> /tRGysD: Permission denied From healeyrick at yahoo.com Fri Apr 2 16:53:00 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 16:53:00 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC In-Reply-To: <1912221013.10182.1270247843467.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: <737552.38966.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Maybe because you've become an expert at annoying the crap out of people? Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Fri, 4/2/10, Dave KK7SS wrote: From: Dave KK7SS Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Friday, April 2, 2010, 6:37 PM Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From lbc at littlebitcountry.com Fri Apr 2 17:18:28 2010 From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 20:18:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? - no LBC but BBC In-Reply-To: <1912221013.10182.1270247843467.JavaMail.root@vms170055> References: <1912221013.10182.1270247843467.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: <201004030019.o330J3Fa001967@mail.usimperio.com> Couldn't have said it better myself........ From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 17:26:44 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:26:44 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] test message - please ignore Message-ID: <1052548475.12484.1270254404390.JavaMail.root@vms170055> From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 2 17:36:06 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 20:36:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net><000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com><3D8F41B0050744979F4FF8FC6114DB26@MAIN> <4BB668B4.4080606@comcast.net> Message-ID: <1CD2F7F3F0A54F239B09BE28A8E01C75@blackbox2> One thing I did on after my recent restoration was to install an inline fuse on the hot lead to the battery (the brown wire on a Bugeye) I think I put a 30 amp fuse in there. I figure if I do a stupid short somewhere it might just save the harness. It hasn't blown yet...hope it never does. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 2 17:36:06 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 20:36:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Just can't figure these out (rant) References: <4B9EE926.9060501@comcast.net><000c01cad215$280c6e90$78254bb0$@rr.com><3D8F41B0050744979F4FF8FC6114DB26@MAIN> <4BB668B4.4080606@comcast.net> Message-ID: <1CD2F7F3F0A54F239B09BE28A8E01C75@blackbox2> One thing I did on after my recent restoration was to install an inline fuse on the hot lead to the battery (the brown wire on a Bugeye) I think I put a 30 amp fuse in there. I figure if I do a stupid short somewhere it might just save the harness. It hasn't blown yet...hope it never does. From kk7ss at verizon.net Fri Apr 2 17:46:20 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:46:20 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Why ain't I rich?? Message-ID: <951817669.13003.1270255581027.JavaMail.root@vms170055> From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Apr 2 17:49:42 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 17:49:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 3rd try... about not being rich... In-Reply-To: <2113183769.12421.1270254319173.JavaMail.root@vms170055> References: <2113183769.12421.1270254319173.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: <31A709CF1F274EAA89D5817D585AB9AE@spider> Here is a better link. Maybe others can expand. .bill in oregon http://tinyurl.com/yb7gkpn _____ From: Dave KK7SS [mailto:kk7ss at verizon.net] Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 5:25 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com Subject: Re: RE: [Spridgets] 3rd try... about not being rich... Bill, Thank you for the relay... The original message was about two "abandoned" cars found in Pasco in the Port of Benton owned storage facility. Owner "not traceable" A 76 V12 E-type coupe and a 1974 Aston Martin. Auctioned off, mail in bids, for a total of ~$55,000. Let me know if you get this... tnx Dave G. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 18:13:43 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 20:13:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] test message - please ignore In-Reply-To: <1052548475.12484.1270254404390.JavaMail.root@vms170055> References: <1052548475.12484.1270254404390.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: Can't ignore it, Dave. This one was every bit as good as the first one!! Let us know when you have anything good to say!! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Dave KK7SS" Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 7:26 PM To: Subject: [Spridgets] test message - please ignore Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 18:56:13 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 20:56:13 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Please try to read.. Thank you. In-Reply-To: <1956326708.13755.1270257919810.JavaMail.root@vms170055> References: <1956326708.13755.1270257919810.JavaMail.root@vms170055> Message-ID: <9CD726163C9642BB9FDFB4AE53C835B2@HomePC> Hey, Dave, I'm just being a smart aleck. Don't know a thing about your mail problem. But I'll bet there are a ton of guys on list that know more than me about it. I'm guessing they can straighten you out. I'm passing this on to them in hope somebody can help. Good luck, Larry P.S. In the mean time, that sounds like some nice stuff to bid on. Been there and got stuffed when I was the high bidder on an early Corvette and on an early Porsche 911. Evidently, high bidder means nothing in some auctions. I no longer bid in them. Don't waste my time if you can't play the game. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Dave KK7SS" Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 8:25 PM To: Subject: Please try to read.. Thank you. Larry, First.. abject apologies for something that I overlooked. Verizon has taken over their email service from Yahoo. And I've just figured out the problem... I hope! There is no longer an option to permanently set "Plain Text" for outgoing mail. Verizons' default is "Rich Text i.e. formatted text. I have to set it independently in each individual email. Is this any better?? Two things.. Please let me know if this message *IS* in Plain Text. and, The original message was about the city of Pasco (local to me) finding two cars in their old, no longer used, storage rental units. Their story is they couldn't locate the owner and therefore declared them abandoned. They went in a sealed bid auction for $55,000 A 1976 V-12 E-type coupe, and a 1974 Aston Martin. Proceeds went to the City.. Dave G On Apr 2, 2010, Larry Daniels wrote: Can't ignore it, Dave. This one was every bit as good as the first one!! From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 2 19:49:10 2010 From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox) Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 21:49:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets I was stumped 1500 Midget In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB6ACA6.6010509@sbcglobal.net> Peter, Just did this yesterday. You have to get underneath. There is a square-headed plug on the right side. Fill with 90w gear lube until it runs out of the hole. Replace plug. Sorry, but you have to get dirty. Lee ---------------- Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget To: spridgets at autox.team.net From: Peter Caldwell Message-ID: <201004021009436.SM01572 at TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? Or do I have to crawl? Peter C From cbking at alum.rpi.edu Sat Apr 3 04:42:17 2010 From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 04:42:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget Message-ID: <013801cad322$b6885fe0$0168010a@mail2world.com> No rubber plug on my 1500. Need to crawl to get to the fill plug. That said, I've been able to snake a funnel with a hose attached from the engine compartment down to the fill hole, which made filling much easier. -=Chris Chris King http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ <-----Original Message-----> >From: Peter Caldwell [peter at nosimport.com] >Sent: 4/2/2010 1:09:27 PM >To: spridgets at autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget > >Is there access to the transmission check/fill plug from inside the car? > >Or do I have to crawl? > > >Peter C >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cbking at alum.rpi.edu > >. From neilandcustom at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 06:50:38 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 08:50:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Message-ID: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> Someone better snap this up. -----Original Message----- From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:43 AM To: Healey forum Subject: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite The French have a lot to answer for on this one, http://cgi.ebay.fr/vends-SPRITE-MK4-AUSTIN-HEALEY_W0QQitemZ300413813255QQcmd ZViewItemQQptZFR_JG_Auto_Pi%C3%A8ces_Automobiles_Test?hash=item45f20f0207 Cheers Pieter _______________________________________________ Healeys at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/neilandcustom at gmail.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Apr 3 07:26:27 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 10:26:27 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] I was stumped 1500 Midget Message-ID: <4d618.6fe69909.38e8aa13@aol.com> re-read the title - 1500 Midget or heritage shell doesn't have this hole? In a message dated 02/04/2010 21:50:07 GMT Daylight Time, peter at nosimport.com writes: I agree, but without ripping the guy's full carpet and insulation, I couldn't find one... on the righthand side of the tunnel. Peter From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Apr 3 07:30:41 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 10:30:41 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Message-ID: <4d923.4d11f6b2.38e8ab11@aol.com> It's been converted with an Arkley kit, a kit even sold in the USA and featured in a tuning book... Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 03/04/2010 15:28:10 GMT Daylight Time, neilandcustom at gmail.com writes: Someone better snap this up. -----Original Message----- From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:43 AM To: Healey forum Subject: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite The French have a lot to answer for on this one, http://cgi.ebay.fr/vends-SPRITE-MK4-AUSTIN-HEALEY_W0QQitemZ300413813255QQcmd ZViewItemQQptZFR_JG_Auto_Pi%C3%A8ces_Automobiles_Test?hash=item45f20f0207 Cheers Pieter From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Apr 3 07:52:08 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 09:52:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite In-Reply-To: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> References: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> Message-ID: <934094001656457D920D665B2DA51964@HomePC> Why? I think they're a bit ugly. Neil, one of them shows up at Blackhawk quite a bit, if you want to see one in person. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Neil Anderson" Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 8:50 AM To: Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Someone better snap this up. -----Original Message----- From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:43 AM To: Healey forum Subject: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite The French have a lot to answer for on this one, http://cgi.ebay.fr/vends-SPRITE-MK4-AUSTIN-HEALEY_W0QQitemZ300413813255QQcmd ZViewItemQQptZFR_JG_Auto_Pi%C3%A8ces_Automobiles_Test?hash=item45f20f0207 Cheers Pieter _______________________________________________ Healeys at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/neilandcustom at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 07:56:44 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 09:56:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite In-Reply-To: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> References: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> Message-ID: It looks like the French surrendered again!! Surrendered GOOD TASTE!! LOL On Sat, Apr 3, 2010 at 8:50 AM, Neil Anderson wrote: > Someone better snap this up. > > -----Original Message----- > From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto: > healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] > On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda > Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:43 AM > To: Healey forum > Subject: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite > > The French have a lot to answer for on this one, > > > http://cgi.ebay.fr/vends-SPRITE-MK4-AUSTIN-HEALEY_W0QQitemZ300413813255QQcmd > ZViewItemQQptZFR_JG_Auto_Pi%C3%A8ces_Automobiles_Test?hash=item45f20f0207 > > Cheers > Pieter > _______________________________________________ > Healeys at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/neilandcustom at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 3 09:47:37 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:47:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite In-Reply-To: <4d923.4d11f6b2.38e8ab11@aol.com> References: <4d923.4d11f6b2.38e8ab11@aol.com> Message-ID: <4BB77129.9040700@justbrits.com> << ...and featured in a tuning book... >> You mean the one by Daniel Stapleton, Westlake ????? From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 10:04:40 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 10:04:40 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] The ghost of Clarici future Message-ID: <783554.19244.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Lynette is on a Spring cleaning rampage, and I went to the local recycle place this AM with an F150 bed of cardboard. In front of me was a very dignified looking older gentleman in a heavily patina'd Model A absolutely filled with recyclables. I told him and thought it was incredibly cool to see the A doing hardcore duty. The guy commented that "it's all I drive. They haven't made a car worth a sh!t in 70 years, and I'm not gonna buy a new car filled with Chinese sh!t parts." Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 10:08:53 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 10:08:53 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Message-ID: <358639.76253.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/3/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > I think they're a bit ugly. Neil, one of them shows > up at Blackhawk quite a > bit, if you want to see one in person. Actually, Dave (Brown) sold it. He and the car were ridiculously fast (his comment was that it hit an aerodynamic wall at 120 mph; we should all have such problems), but he said he couldn't take winning another "Corner Worker's Choice" awards, which means they feel sorry for you for having such an ugly car. Ron From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 10:38:13 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 11:38:13 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite In-Reply-To: References: <000001cad334$a9479000$fbd6b000$@com> Message-ID: http://www.smilespedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/knife.jpg From conen at bellsouth.net Sat Apr 3 11:44:34 2010 From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 11:44:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] The ghost of Clarici future Message-ID: <185176.6663.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> "Now that's funny. I don't care who y'are!" From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Apr 3 12:50:42 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 15:50:42 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Message-ID: <386c0.7f597da9.38e8f612@aol.com> I'd have expected the aero brick wall was more like 95mph. Where the Arkley does well is in autocross type events because it weighs lighter than a typical spridget even one with a fibreglass front. Weslake-Monza 1330 - still saving up for 1/2 day in the MIRA wind tunnell In a message dated 03/04/2010 18:59:54 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com writes: Actually, Dave (Brown) sold it. He and the car were ridiculously fast (his comment was that it hit an aerodynamic wall at 120 mph; we should all have such problems), but he said he couldn't take winning another "Corner Worker's Choice" awards, which means they feel sorry for you for having such an ugly car. Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 13:22:08 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 13:22:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] A poor, poor sprite Message-ID: <343434.54371.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/3/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > I'd have expected the aero brick wall was more like 95mph. Nope - Dave's average speeds at Road America are close to that. He had the track record in the 2:30's for a while, ad it's a 4 mile track. He was in the 2:40s with the Arkley in "vintage" trim on DOT tires. Ron From froggi60 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 15:45:19 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 15:45:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Time waster...no LBC...but good. Message-ID: Just spent the last half-hour on this. Don't know how many they have, but it's, well, it is! This comes up with one hell of a driver. Click "Next" to continue with other 'stuff'. http://www.wimp.com/subarufun/ Herb -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From froggi60 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 16:05:26 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 16:05:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Burn out In-Reply-To: <4BB7A761.000017.05420@FATRAT> References: <4BB7A761.000017.05420@FATRAT> Message-ID: Future BE engine!!! -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type video/x-ms-wmv which had a name of awesome_holden_burning_burnout.wmv] From jimndi at frontiernet.net Sat Apr 3 16:36:45 2010 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim Fournier) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 19:36:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle Message-ID: Has anyone removed the wire wheel hub from the axle? is it simply pressed on? [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 16:58:10 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 16:58:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Time waster...no LBC...but good. In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <54666.91837.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> This is why used race cars aren't worth very much. --- On Sat, 4/3/10, WFO Herb wrote: > Just spent the last half-hour on > this. Don't know how many they have, but > it's, well, it is! > > This comes up with one hell of a driver. > > Click "Next" to continue with other 'stuff'. > > http://www.wimp.com/subarufun/ From kk7ss at verizon.net Sat Apr 3 17:03:04 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Sat, 03 Apr 2010 17:03:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Time waster...no LBC...but good. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB7D738.18915.2116F50@kk7ss.verizon.net> It it my imagination? Or did he hit the wall at 2:20 into the first clip? From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 17:15:53 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 18:15:53 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: It is pressed on, but by no means simply. From spritenut at comcast.net Sat Apr 3 17:49:30 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Sat, 03 Apr 2010 20:49:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never Message-ID: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> Touched my Speedwell Sprite. It is now my worst nightmare. After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but now I wish I never took it apart. The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not tonight. The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it smokes like a chimney. The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same radiator that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into it while it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from them failed as I opened the package. No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner of that chink supply company if I ever meet him. I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice splash. It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ SICK OF SPRITES From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 17:56:47 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 17:56:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Time waster...no LBC...but good. Message-ID: <612130.45476.qm@web46408.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> He wiped out at least two cameras and/or cameramen. Did they repair the rear fender between the 5th or 7th take? Skip J. Eight days until my BE's 50th. From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 3 18:05:39 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 03 Apr 2010 20:05:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Time waster...no LBC...but good. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB7E5E3.7080707@justbrits.com> << This comes up with one hell of a driver. >> 'Hopper does that ALL the time, Herb !!!! A LOT prettier to watch tho 'cause he drive a Frogeye [ pic on my site -:) ] !!! From jimndi at frontiernet.net Sat Apr 3 18:18:52 2010 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim Fournier) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 21:18:52 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle References: Message-ID: <2AC3A2F9259E401AA6AA248CDF910AE4@MAINCOMPUTER> It looks like it's pressed on . I have a friend with a bearing press with a fifty ton capacity . Perhaps with that and a rosebud it will seperate? Going to give it a try anyhow. ----- Original Message ----- From: "derf" To: "Jim Fournier" Cc: Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 8:15 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle > It is pressed on, but by no means simply. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.800 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2787 - Release Date: 04/03/10 02:32:00 [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sat Apr 3 19:32:00 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 21:32:00 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> References: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> Message-ID: <001301cad39f$0170a220$0451e660$@rr.com> I'll be right behind you. Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:50 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never Touched my Speedwell Sprite. It is now my worst nightmare. After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but now I wish I never took it apart. The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not tonight. The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it smokes like a chimney. The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same radiator that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into it while it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from them failed as I opened the package. No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner of that chink supply company if I ever meet him. I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice splash. It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ SICK OF SPRITES Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From Miniac7 at aol.com Sat Apr 3 19:54:26 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:54:26 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] List Subscibe Information Please Message-ID: <2296.335fd820.38e95962@aol.com> I have a friend who just purchased a Midget and would like to subscribe to the Spridgetlist and to the Midget Yahoo list. Can someone please send me the subscription instructions for each? I can never remember the process. Thanks, Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sat Apr 3 20:08:05 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 20:08:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> References: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> Message-ID: Frank, Sorry for your car troubles, but if the great Frank Clarici is having these kinds of car problems, then there is hope for the rest of us inept back yard mechanics. Your email has lifted my spirits today knowing that I'm not the only one that can have my handiwork turn to crap, even if it some of it is due to the Chinky crap that most parts places sell. If we know you Frank, nothing mechanical is going to get the better of you and you will have lots of satisfaction and fun making this shit work. Oh, and your tag line: "SICK OF SPRITES"...Bullsh*t! Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Sat, Apr 3, 2010 at 5:49 PM, Frank wrote: > Touched my Speedwell Sprite. > It is now my worst nightmare. > After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but > now I wish I never took it apart. > The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not > tonight. > The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it > smokes like a chimney. > The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same radiator > that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into it while > it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer > bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. > New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been > installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? > But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from them > failed as I opened the package. > No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner of > that chink supply company if I ever meet him. > I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing the > work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. > IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice splash. > It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > SICK OF SPRITES From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Sat Apr 3 20:28:06 2010 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 03:28:06 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> Message-ID: <1709552177.6512171270351686284.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Walk away from the car. Have a nice Easter with the family and go back to it later this week with a clearer head. Let us know if we can come to your help. You have had enough OSHITS to help us let us come to help you. Ryan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Saturday, April 3, 2010 8:49:30 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never Touched my Speedwell Sprite. It is now my worst nightmare. After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but now I wish I never took it apart. The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not tonight. The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it smokes like a chimney. The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same radiator that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into it while it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from them failed as I opened the package. No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner of that chink supply company if I ever meet him. I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice splash. It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ SICK OF SPRITES _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net From dwoerpel at wi.net Sat Apr 3 20:34:18 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:34:18 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Time waster...no LBC...but good.] Message-ID: <58446.173.146.58.180.1270352058.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Looks like what we did at LoTO. Got some ideas for the Midget 50th Funkhana too! Dave W. WFO HERB wrote: Just spent the last half-hour on this. Don't know how many they have, but it's, well, it is! This comes up with one hell of a driver. Click "Next" to continue with other 'stuff'. http://www.wimp.com/subarufun/ From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 20:38:33 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 21:38:33 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle In-Reply-To: <2AC3A2F9259E401AA6AA248CDF910AE4@MAINCOMPUTER> References: <2AC3A2F9259E401AA6AA248CDF910AE4@MAINCOMPUTER> Message-ID: Be careful with that press. 50 tons is a lot of force. Be extra careful if the press is from Harbor Freight. HF presses are entirely usable, but divide the rating by 2 and be more careful. I use one frequently. I have used Snap-On and other name brand presses and they are WAY better in quality. Wear safety glasses and try and keep a large part of the metal side of the press between you and the thing being pressed. Good luck. Good used axles might be easier, cheaper, and safer, unless things have changed lately. From dwoerpel at wi.net Sat Apr 3 20:48:08 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:48:08 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: <001301cad39f$0170a220$0451e660$@rr.com> References: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> <001301cad39f$0170a220$0451e660$@rr.com> Message-ID: <58864.173.146.58.180.1270352888.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Boys, boys, Frank...Chris, We've all felt this way. Hang in there. Can you tell I haven't started getting mine ready yet. Not enough rain to wash away the salt on the roads so I don't get it ready until after Easter. Just walk away for a week...better for the blood pressure and the car(s). If you think Sprites are a headache go work on Frankie's VW's! To whom it may apply: Happy Easter and Good Passover. Etc., etc. Dave W. > I'll be right behind you. > > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank > Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:50 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never > > Touched my Speedwell Sprite. > It is now my worst nightmare. > After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but > now I wish I never took it apart. > The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not > tonight. > The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it > smokes like a chimney. > The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same > radiator that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into > it while > it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer > bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. > New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been > installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? > But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from > them failed as I opened the package. > No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner > of that chink supply company if I ever meet him. > I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing > the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. > IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice > splash. It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > SICK OF SPRITES From davriker at nwi.net Sat Apr 3 21:16:27 2010 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 21:16:27 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] The hobby looses two who loved British Cars. Message-ID: Tony passed away at home in his sleep on Monday, March 15, 2010 after a year long battle with Brain Cancer. He was very determined to not ever give up. Tony was born on March 31, 1953 in Salinas, CA and raised in Gonzales, CA. In 1975 he opened his business, Economy Foreign Car Parts in Chico, California. He had an amazing knowledge and love for British Sports Cars. In the 1980's, for about 12 years, Tony put on The Dam Thing sports car rally which took many cars on great adventures to Lake Tahoe and Reno. After that he was active with The Chico British Car Club, and was the driving force behind the Annual Chico British Car and Bike Show for over 25 years. Tony was a member of HMSA (Historic Motor Sports Association) since 1993. Vintage and Historic automobile racing was a passion. He enjoyed racing his 1954 Devin Panhard along side his father, Alva until his father's death in 2003. He raced at Thunderhill, Laguna Seca, Reno, Portland and Sears Point. Tony's last race was in August 2008 at Laguna Seca in Monterey. He could tell you race stories for hours. Tony was a giving and dear friend of mine, and will be missed very much. Keith A. Morris of Chico, California, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2010. He graduated from Chico High School in 1953 where he loved football and played all through high school. After high school he joined the Air Force, spending most of his service time at Castle Air Base in California. Following his discharge he opened The Pit Stop where his specialty was foreign car repair. However, his shop was much more than a business. Friends could stop by for support and just about any kind of advise. His concern for the welfare of others was a special gift that he shared in addition to his car expertise. Keith's death was the result of a tragic accident at his shop. While under a car that was up on the lift, his assistant mechanic was holding the vehicle at a steady 30 miles per hour. Keith was listening for a noise in the driveline when the hood of his sweatshirt was pulled into the spinning driveshaft. The accident paralyzed Keith from the neck down. While in the hospital, he decided to decline further treatment and passed away. The British car community in Northern California will never be the same with the loss of these two very generous, very knowledgeable, and very inspirational men, both of whom influenced and helped me along with my envolvement in this crazy little hobby of ours. David Riker [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From millerls at ado13.com Sat Apr 3 22:06:18 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:06:18 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Another Chinese Part That Will Not Work as Delivered. Message-ID: <68F08ABB-7C27-4BF5-8653-1FBE2307DC89@ado13.com> Got a float jet from Joe Curto and the hole does not go all the way through. Saves on gas though. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sat Apr 3 22:14:14 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:14:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Gear Shift Question Message-ID: I have a habit of skipping third gear when driving casually around town. . going from 2nd to 4th (rib case box). Is this hard on the gear box or does it matter? Kirk 59 1275 From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Sat Apr 3 22:19:33 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:19:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] List Subscibe Information Please In-Reply-To: <2296.335fd820.38e95962@aol.com> References: <2296.335fd820.38e95962@aol.com> Message-ID: <44798.3918.qm@web36808.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Howard, I'm not on the Yahoo list so can't help you there. For the autox Spridget list, just do like I do when a friend wants to join: forward an email from the list and tell him/her to follow the links at the bottom of the email. Unless it's your dad (assuming he's like mine and a bit lacking in computer/email skills) or something like that where you feel the need to hold their hand through the process, they can generally bluff their way through. I did, you did, chances are they can handle it too. - David Booker Long Island (but currently finishing up a GORGEOUS week in Nashville) From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sat Apr 3 22:35:36 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 01:35:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle References: <2AC3A2F9259E401AA6AA248CDF910AE4@MAINCOMPUTER> Message-ID: <7B0ABCF4D9EB47CC94BF615697CBD61F@blackbox2> derf is right... A quick search of ebay wire wheel axles reveals a going price of about $60-$70 USD New hub from Moss...$150 But you need to be careful when buying used wire wheel axles. Best to inspect the splines before buying. ----- Original Message ----- From: "derf" > Good used axles might be easier, cheaper, and safer, unless things > have changed lately. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 4 07:06:59 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 09:06:59 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] wire wheel axle Message-ID: <2878c.132d3600.38e9e8f3@aol.com> Simply if you have access to a bearing press. In a message dated 04/04/2010 01:14:44 GMT Daylight Time, jimndi at frontiernet.net writes: Has anyone removed the wire wheel hub from the axle? is it simply pressed on? From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 4 07:10:19 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 09:10:19 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never Message-ID: <2892c.21466bd0.38e9e9bb@aol.com> Frank's just Shi**ing us it's probably perfect but he doesn't want us to feel bad so he's pretending to have a few issues. When was April fools day? I mean Frank buy chinese horns?? In a message dated 04/04/2010 05:00:48 GMT Daylight Time, rrengineer at dslextreme.com writes: Frank, Sorry for your car troubles, but if the great Frank Clarici is having these kinds of car problems, then there is hope for the rest of us inept back yard mechanics. From peter at nosimport.com Sun Apr 4 08:24:08 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 09:24:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gear Shift Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201004040724127.SM01572@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> It's best to go through the gears in order. Also important when slowing down or stopping. Not talking about downshifting to stop (which is silly and expensive), but at a stop, shifting back to first in order. Keeps the balls and springs happy. Peter C == At 12:14 AM 4/4/2010, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: >I have a habit of skipping third gear when driving casually around town. . >going from 2nd to 4th (rib case box). > >Is this hard on the gear box or does it matter? > > > >Kirk >59 1275 >_______________________________________________ From kentmclean at comcast.net Sun Apr 4 08:57:14 2010 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:57:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB8A8CA.3040900@comcast.net> Frank Clarici wrote: > I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light > facing the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. Put a hose clamp or two on it, placed to keep the light pointed where you want it. -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From g.h.higgins at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 08:57:25 2010 From: g.h.higgins at gmail.com (Greg Higgins) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 10:57:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never References: <2892c.21466bd0.38e9e9bb@aol.com> Message-ID: Frank, I think everyone on the list has hit the wall at one time or another when it comes to working on their L.B.C. The last time I hit the wall, I should have left the car for a few days, I ended up beating a generator to death with a 10 pound hammer, then turned the front bumper support bracket into a steel pretzel.I felt better at the time, but it cost me money to replace the parts. Good advice from the other guys, walk away for a few days, come back with a clear head, and a fresh start. Happy Easter. Greg Higgins 63 sprite From mdrowe at optonline.net Sun Apr 4 09:01:36 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 11:01:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never In-Reply-To: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> References: <4BB7E21A.5000806@comcast.net> Message-ID: <65C22BDF1AC74AC19A9669B897C66DA0@Home> I read this note to my wife so I could say, "See, I'm not the only one." Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sun Apr 4 09:09:46 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 15:09:46 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] It was rodent damage In-Reply-To: <58864.173.146.58.180.1270352888.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <20100404150947.JEXZ7.542833.root@hrndva-web23-z02> I guess the recession has hit the critters too. My lawn tractor took a worse hit (parked in the same storage) thanks for all the off list emails...looks like its back to the drawing board. I Frankenwired it (Stein, not C)to see what was funtional. The alternator is dead so I'll look to either a rebuild or boneyard pick. I'm not sure yet. The DPO had already rewired it at one time so its not like I'm splicing an original harness. So anyway, decided to readjust the carbs, idles, etc. and got it a to real good place. Of couse the last adjustment I made on the choke linkage snapped. I'll be shelving the car for a few weeks while I shop around for a Poltergeist. Have a Happy Easter (or Sunday) Everyone! Chris ---- dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > Boys, boys, Frank...Chris, > > We've all felt this way. Hang in there. Can you tell I haven't started > getting mine ready yet. Not enough rain to wash away the salt on the > roads so I don't get it ready until after Easter. > > Just walk away for a week...better for the blood pressure and the car(s). > If you think Sprites are a headache go work on Frankie's VW's! > > To whom it may apply: Happy Easter and Good Passover. Etc., etc. > > Dave W. > > > > I'll be right behind you. > > > > Chris > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank > > Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 7:50 PM > > To: Spridgets > > Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never > > > > Touched my Speedwell Sprite. > > It is now my worst nightmare. > > After 3 complete paint jobs since February the paint is finally nice but > > now I wish I never took it apart. > > The wiring is a nightmare, works yesterday, not today, works today, not > > tonight. > > The engine rebuild was wrong. Now it leaks oil like Exxon Valdez and it > > smokes like a chimney. > > The radiator fought me for 3.5 hours today, it is the exact same > > radiator that came out of the exact car and unless someone smashed into > > it while > > it was disassembled, I can't figure out what went wrong. Even the washer > > bottle bracket doesn't fit where it came off. > > New chink made air horns have lost their trumpets, now they have been > > installed for 5 hours, what did I expect for $15 from Horrible crap? > > But I did buy them before Christmas and all my other chinese crap from > > them failed as I opened the package. > > No I will not bring them back this time because I'm gonna kill the owner > > of that chink supply company if I ever meet him. > > I also found out tube shaped LED cordless light NEVER stay light facing > > the work, it rolls on it's belly no matter what. > > IF I do get it to make it to the boat ramp, it's gonna make a nice > > splash. It is time to put it, and me out of our misery. > > > > -- > > Frank Clarici > > Toms River, NJ > > SICK OF SPRITES From pilotrob at webtv.net Sun Apr 4 13:14:16 2010 From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 19:14:16 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Gear Shift Question Message-ID: Not at all. Did'nt do this with my VP3 equipped Vizardized 1340 '74 Spridget considering the cam came in at 3k however, skipped 3rd and 4th depending on operating conditions in my 5 speed, 3.7 diff equipped Rivergate 1293 with orgininal late Cooper "S" cam advanced 4 degrees per Vizard as this was a "stop light to stop light" tune, unlike the PO's Vizarized Spridget with excellent low-mid/mid-range torque and most especially so when equipped with 1.5 rockers for improved cylinder filling over the cam's torque curve. Just don't "load" or "lug" the motor and if you find yourself having to do so, you're doing it wrong. Ether go to a higher rpm in the previous gear or don't "skip". Did I mention not to "lug" the motor?? :):) Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) -----Original Message----- From: Kirk Hargreaves Sent: Sunday, April 4, 2010 1:14 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Gear Shift Question I have a habit of skipping third gear when driving casually around town. . going from 2nd to 4th (rib case box). Is this hard on the gear box or does it matter? Kirk 59 1275 Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pilotrob at webtv.net From pilotrob at webtv.net Sun Apr 4 13:22:08 2010 From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 19:22:08 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never Message-ID: Prozac. Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 14:35:17 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 13:35:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] :{) Brithdays Message-ID: <797025.46907.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> HAPPY: 11 April 1960 From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 14:45:41 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 13:45:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Gear Shift Question Message-ID: <683994.30933.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Depends on RPM at shift point and road gradient (down, level or up). And all the stuff Cap'n Bob said. Skip J. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 4 15:19:57 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 17:19:57 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget electrical stuff Message-ID: <8dd26.21ed638.38ea5c7d@aol.com> Hi list, I've also been doing some electrical stuff on my Sprite. I had the low oil pressure warning light done a few days ago. The tee for the (25 psi) sensor is now on the back of the gauge (Stack guage is NPTF thread so I used an AN fitting) with a shorter wiring run (all inside the car). However, I had to strip back the insulation off the loom from the engine bay to remove the old low oil pressure sensor wiring. For some reason I also had an old but new earth that was also ready for removing. They are both now removed back to inside the car. I also moved the flasher can inside the car as I couldn't think of a could reason for it to be mounted inside the engine bay. Is inside the engine bay for a flasher can correct on a 69? Also crimped and soldered 2 new connectors for the headlamp relay and they had rubbish connectors from some years ago that needed replacing. Found a bunch of other electrical tidying up jobs I'll need to follow through at some point. Still have to remove the old low oil pressure and mystery new earth wire at the same time. Just realised the old earth wire would have been for the old water temp gauge (Stack has 2 wires). So, a bit less of a bird's nest of wiring though I have some connectors and odd bits and pieces I still need to finish off the job. My toes were getting numb in the garage so decided to call it a day. I aspire to mil (military) connectors and super neat all heatshrink race car loom - at least for the front of the car but the crimping tool is serious money + the connectors so some years away unless I get rich. Have a great Easter and don't help the kids eat the eggs too much. Weslake-Monza 1330 From jimndi at frontiernet.net Sun Apr 4 15:20:02 2010 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim Fournier) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 17:20:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish I never References: Message-ID: <02CF67C410F149AEBF40C72D9362D056@MAINCOMPUTER> Nothing a few silver bulets couldn't fix. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" To: "Frank" ; "Spridgets" Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 3:22 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I wish I never > Prozac. > > Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jimndi at frontiernet.net > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.800 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2789 - Release Date: 04/04/10 02:32:00 [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From ridleymj at bis.on.ca Sun Apr 4 16:25:39 2010 From: ridleymj at bis.on.ca (Martyn Ridley) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 18:25:39 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - Message-ID: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from correct? Cheers, Martyn 59 (joyless) Frog From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 16:50:32 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 15:50:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book Message-ID: *http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze * Really? and only paperback? Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 17:14:23 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:14:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay Message-ID: http://tinyurl.com/yjsdjpu* * Anyone know anything about this head, who manufactures, etc.* *Seller familiar? Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Apr 4 17:28:20 2010 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:28:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - In-Reply-To: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <631CCC5B39CD44488643CBCBAB7F9F43@RickPC> Frank? :-) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Martyn Ridley" To: Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 6:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - > OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy > out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from > correct? > > Cheers, > Martyn > 59 (joyless) Frog From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 17:28:35 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:28:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book Again Message-ID: http://tinyurl.com/ydnhf8q Holy crap! They are getting more expensive the more I look. Maybe this one is hard cover? From bkitterer at me.com Sun Apr 4 17:29:33 2010 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 16:29:33 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <22C1A1F4-1451-4DBA-97D3-CE662B7F94D0@me.com> I better be more careful with my book collection ! ! ! ! Bob Kitterer 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage 2000 Miata Special Edition - in storage On Apr 4, 2010, at 3:50 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 17:33:36 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:33:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 Message-ID: http://tinyurl.com/ycn9zx8 Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where the hell does everything go under the bonnet? Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 From daredelvis at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 17:42:04 2010 From: daredelvis at gmail.com (brian james) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:42:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - In-Reply-To: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: Yes. On Apr 4, 2010 6:25 PM, "Martyn Ridley" wrote: OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from correct? Cheers, Martyn 59 (joyless) Frog Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/daredelvis at gmail.com From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 18:26:34 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:26:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0760314497/ref=tmm_pap_used_olp_sr?ie=UTF8&condition=used It could be worse On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 5:50 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com < rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote: > *http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze > > * > Really? and only paperback? > > Mike MacLean > 60 Sprite > 56 BN2 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From soavero at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 18:36:07 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 17:36:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <7298.41941.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sun, 4/4/10, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where > the hell does > everything go under the bonnet? Mike, They're showing the generic kit. The Sprite kit consists of the AN fitting on the left. Ron From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 19:04:59 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:04:59 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: No, but a similar kit for around $1500 will give you around 250HP in a Miata. You would need some computer bandaids, though. Miata motors, however, are capable of performing well with moderate boost from the factory. OTOH, that kit on an A-series motor would be garbage unless you spend $2K or so building the motor up for it. Even then you will struggle to get more than 100 or so HP per liter. > > Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where the hell does > everything go under the bonnet? > Mike MacLean From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 19:07:57 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:07:57 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Must be some new manufacture. Looks nice, though. You could adapt some IRTB injection from a 4 cylinder motorcycle pretty easily. The price doesn't seem too bad, either. From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 19:10:42 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:10:42 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book Again In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Ha, check out this used one: http://tinyurl.com/ycknbfl From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Apr 4 19:26:07 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:26:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 References: Message-ID: <15308565B51741B4B7E6346F3245E22B@blackbox2> I saw that the other night too. According to the ad... "485 horsepower at 25+ PSI with supporting modifications and a built motor" What!?? There must be a special hi-po crankshaft/connecting rod/piston combination for the A series that I am unaware of that can take this kind of abuse. Whatever it is it must cost many times more than this turbo kit. And we aren't even talking about getting it to the pavement yet. No thanks..I'd rather throw in an blown aluminum V-8 before I jump into cutting edge F1 engine design. But it does bring up and interesting question. What is the max power someone has managed to squeeze out of the A-series? ----- Original Message ----- From: "rrengineer @dslextreme.com" To: "Spridget" Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 7:33 PM Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 > http://tinyurl.com/ycn9zx8 > > Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where the hell does > everything go under the bonnet? From spritenut at comcast.net Sun Apr 4 19:28:38 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 21:28:38 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - In-Reply-To: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <4BB93CC6.3080504@comcast.net> Martyn Ridley wrote: > OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy > out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from > correct? > Not really, it will almost fit at 180 out but it will not slip fully home in the clamp. It will fully slip home in the correct position. As a rule, I look at the rotor before I pull a dizzy and remember it's position. So if it is not fully seated down in the clamp, it can be 180 out. I always manage to put the drive gear in the block 180 out thus making the dizzy fully clamped but 180 out. You will know this right away with the loud BANG when trying to start it. Did you hook up the low tension lead to the dizzy? I have forgotten that wire more than I care to tell. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 19:32:15 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:32:15 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: <7298.41941.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <7298.41941.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: That kit isn't custom made for Sprites? "This kit may allow you to keep your air conditioning and power steering for a great street setup. " From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 19:38:50 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:38:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Wow! How do I contact Amazon about selling mine? Did you read what the feedback was from that seller? Everyone thought they were great. With idiots like that for customers I could clean up! Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 5:26 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > > http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0760314497/ref=tmm_pap_used_olp_sr?ie=UTF8&condition=used > It could be worse > > On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 5:50 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com < > rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote: > >> *http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze >> >> >> * >> Really? and only paperback? >> >> Mike MacLean >> 60 Sprite >> 56 BN2 >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: >> http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage : >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 19:43:52 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:43:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: References: <7298.41941.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I was just posting this tongue in cheek, this guy probably has this ad for all kinds of cars on Ebay. He probably doesn't know what a Sprite is. Mike MacLean On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 6:32 PM, derf wrote: > That kit isn't custom made for Sprites? > "This kit may allow you to keep your air conditioning and power > steering for a great street setup. " From froggi60 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 19:46:01 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:46:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Darn...I only have five of them! On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 3:50 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com < rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote: > *http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Apr 4 19:50:46 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:50:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <2B20FE8571F4480DB2BAE0709A3C54BA@blackbox2> As Frank mentioned, it usually backfires pretty nasty if it's 180 out. Check the plug wire order and try again. Have the distributor clamp slightly loose such that you can rotate the distributor to different positions while you or your assistant makes attempts to start the engine. If you have real crazy flooding then it's a dangerous situation and you need to check the float valves and float vents on the carbs. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Martyn Ridley" To: Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 6:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - > OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy > out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from correct? > > Cheers, > Martyn > 59 (joyless) Frog > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 19:56:30 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:56:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff Message-ID: Just had the major service done on my 2004 Accord right after i made the last payment on it. I want it to stay running well for a while so i can feel what it's like to NOT make payments on something for my regular everyday car for a while. I asked the dealer while I was there waht was included in the service and was told brake fluid, coolant, transmission oil (I have a 5 speed) filters, engine oil would all be changed with some things like the radiator being flushed out, etc. What I did not hear was anything about changing spark plugs. I asked why and was told it was not included. Well, the car has gone 118,000 miles, so it's probably about time for it's first spark plug change, I asked how much for this service. I was told $170.00! I asked what the Hell costs that much for a spark plug change. I was told the plugs were Iridium and cost $23.95 each. That's $95.80 for the plugs plus $7.66 tax and that makes it over 66 bucks for labor. Needless to say I said no thanks. My Sprite has taught me a few things about maintenance and changing plugs was one of the first things any of us learn to do. I went out and bought the plugs on line for $36 for 4 plugs plus shipping and I will change them myself for a total savings of $130! Looks like I am going to start getting my hands dirty under the hood of my Accord more often. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 19:57:30 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 18:57:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: One word for you Herb, retirement. Mike MacLean On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 6:46 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > Darn...I only have five of them! > > > On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 3:50 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com < > rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote: > >> *http://tinyurl.com/yb4g7ze From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 20:04:42 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:04:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: <7298.41941.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <151524.65563.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Actually, I think they are showing the 948 kit, the 1275 will get you 1,000 hp. Some helpful hints from the listing: There are no installation instructions included. The install is simple and most customers install it themselves in a weekend. If you cannot figure it out or feel uncomfortable with the installation, please have a professional assist. (The only professional I'd be seeking assistance from after trying to install that in a weekend would be a shrink) Most of these parts are direct bolt-ons. Some are not. (I'm guessing most are not The piping needs to be fitted up. Because of the bends and couplers included, it should be simple.(Sure. Easy peasy) The T3 turbo flange needs to be welded to an adapter pipe or directly to the stock manifold.( Not a problem if you've already adapted an LS7 manifold to your bugeye) To run this on a street car, the turbocharger down pipe will need to be connected to your existing exhaust. Expect to fabricate an adapter pipe or have an exhaust shop connect them. (Hey Midas, do you have a 3" to 1/1/4" reduction coupler?) Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sun, 4/4/10, Ron Soave wrote: From: Ron Soave Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 To: "Spridget" , "rrengineer @dslextreme.com" Date: Sunday, April 4, 2010, 8:36 PM --- On Sun, 4/4/10, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where > the hell does > everything go under the bonnet? Mike, They're showing the generic kit. The Sprite kit consists of the AN fitting on the left. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 20:12:24 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:12:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 Message-ID: <628755.23991.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> If this unit is as bad as the grammer in the description it will be lucky to make 40HP!! Skip J. From spritenut at comcast.net Sun Apr 4 20:22:01 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 22:22:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Abandoned cars Message-ID: <4BB94949.8090106@comcast.net> http://acidcow.com/cars/8646-abandoned-supercars-104-pics.html From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 4 20:28:01 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 21:28:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB94AB1.20902@justbrits.com> At LEAST "Shipping" is CHEAP, Brad !!!! I wouldn't pay $998.98 for YOUR "bio" !!!! LOL From mark at nashvilletn.org Sun Apr 4 20:42:49 2010 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:42:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <000028EA7C684137AF2FEF26B469735A@Dell9200> Yes, and everybody does it at least once, Frank does it every time. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Martyn Ridley" To: Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 5:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - OK guys, I have Spark and wet (gas) plugs but no joy. Had the dizzy out to check the points. Is it possible to re-insert 180 deg. from correct? Cheers, Martyn 59 (joyless) Frog Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mark at nashvilletn.org --- avast! Antivirus: Inbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 100404-0, 04/04/2010 Tested on: 4/4/2010 6:26:22 PM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2010 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Apr 4 20:45:22 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:45:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <286860CA6CF849FFB33343796B2E5269@spider> When they first went to these extreme plug change intervals, the plugs were gluing themselves into the head. Has this changed? ...bill in oregon =========================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of rrengineer @dslextreme.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 6:57 PM To: Spridget Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff Just had the major service done on my 2004 Accord right after i made the last payment on it. I want it to stay running well for a while so i can feel what it's like to NOT make payments on something for my regular everyday car for a while. I asked the dealer while I was there waht was included in the service and was told brake fluid, coolant, transmission oil (I have a 5 speed) filters, engine oil would all be changed with some things like the radiator being flushed out, etc. What I did not hear was anything about changing spark plugs. I asked why and was told it was not included. Well, the car has gone 118,000 miles, so it's probably about time for it's first spark plug change, I asked how much for this service. I was told $170.00! I asked what the Hell costs that much for a spark plug change. I was told the plugs were Iridium and cost $23.95 each. That's $95.80 for the plugs plus $7.66 tax and that makes it over 66 bucks for labor. Needless to say I said no thanks. My Sprite has taught me a few things about maintenance and changing plugs was one of the first things any of us learn to do. I went out and bought the plugs on line for $36 for 4 plugs plus shipping and I will change them myself for a total savings of $130! Looks like I am going to start getting my hands dirty under the hood of my Accord more often. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 _______________________________________________ From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 4 20:52:15 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 21:52:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Horler's Book In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BB9505F.1080600@justbrits.com> << Darn...I only have five of them! >> At the rate they are going Herb, you have another Annuity !!! !!! From mark at nashvilletn.org Sun Apr 4 20:52:35 2010 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:52:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Distributor - References: <201004042225.o34MPavL002687@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <580754AF4A7A4276AB7D06E8A8E72CDA@Dell9200> Martyn Another thing to check is the insulator washer on the points where they bolt on to the plate. If the insulator is in wrong it will ground the points giving no spark at all. Cheers, Martyn 59 (joyless) Frog _______________________________________________ From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Apr 4 21:24:03 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:24:03 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Abandoned cars In-Reply-To: <4BB94949.8090106@comcast.net> References: <4BB94949.8090106@comcast.net> Message-ID: I'll take the GLs, the Pantera, and the Daytona Cobra with the Halibrands. From stargazer1 at cox.net Sun Apr 4 22:06:52 2010 From: stargazer1 at cox.net (David Ambrose) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 21:06:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <286860CA6CF849FFB33343796B2E5269@spider> References: <286860CA6CF849FFB33343796B2E5269@spider> Message-ID: <4BB961DC.5080601@cox.net> On 4/4/2010 7:45 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > When they first went to these extreme plug change intervals, the plugs were > gluing themselves into the head. Has this changed? ...bill in oregon > If you ask my 2001 Nissan Xterra, no they haven't. I was able to change 5 out of 6 plugs. I could not budge the 6th. It took them a bunch of Liquid wrench and an overnight stay to get it changed. Anti-seize is recommended. Cheers, Dave Ambrose From millerls at ado13.com Sun Apr 4 22:48:03 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:48:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: That's Pierce Manifolds head. That picture is of my engine. Larry Miller On Apr 4, 2010, at 4:14 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > http://tinyurl.com/yjsdjpu* > * > Anyone know anything about this head, who manufactures, etc.* *Seller > familiar? > Mike MacLean From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 4 22:50:48 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:50:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Abandoned cars In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <585072.13717.qm@web51407.mail.re2.yahoo.com> That's the "Missing Daytona Cobra", formerly owned by Phil Spector, who's not going to need any transportation that doesn't have bars on the windows. Here's the story: http://thegarageblog.com/garage/the-story-of-the-once-missing-cobra-daytona-c oupe/ It's presently at the Simeone Museum in Philly Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sun, 4/4/10, derf wrote: From: derf Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Abandoned cars To: "Frank" Cc: "Spridgets" , "Ted Robinson" Date: Sunday, April 4, 2010, 11:24 PM I'll take the GLs, the Pantera, and the Daytona Cobra with the Halibrands. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Apr 4 23:16:15 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 04 Apr 2010 22:16:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Hondas will run forever...provided you never let the dealer touch it. From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Sun Apr 4 23:49:58 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 22:49:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: The plugs for the 2004 Honda Accord are NGK Laser Iridium (I don't know why they are called Laser Iridium) and cost $9.99 each at Pep Boys. I found them on line at 36 bucks for all four needed for my Accord engine. I just changed the plugs (also Iridium, but a cheaper NGK version) on the 2004 Civic (also needs the 100K service) I drive at the other end (Barstow) of my railroad run. The Accord goes back and forth from San Bernardino to Los Angeles and the Civic runs from between San Bernardino and Barstow. I go home on both ends of the run. Some guys stay in the Super 8 motel provided by the railroad in Barstow at that end of the run. I prefer to stay home on both ends.(I live right in the middle) Besides, the railroad pays me about 40 bucks instead of the motel stay which easily pays for the Civic. Anyway, I digress. The plug change for the Civic was easy. Just had to figure out where they were hiding them. I had to remove a rectangular plastic cover, then four acorn nuts that hold down the combination coil/plug wire end that goes down a deep hole to the spark plug. You have to unplug a connector from the coil to pull this arrangement out and put a spark plug socket on an extension and socket wrench to swap out plugs. They came out rather easily considering they looked to be the OEM Denso plugs probably from the factory. The fine wire iridium center electrode was somewhat eroded and there was a brown coating starting to creep up the ceramic insulator where it meets the metal hex part of the plug. In other words, they looked like they may have been in there the whole 118,000 miles. Even though they did come out with no problems, I put a little anti-seize on the threads before installing them. Put it all back together and it started right up. I know I could probably do the 100,000 mile service myself, I just don't have the time. I can actually save money by paying the labor cost at the dealer for all the other things they did to my Accord. If I take a day off from the railroad to do it myself, it would cost $40-50 bucks for the fluids, at least $20 more in filters. I would lose a days work ($300-$400) I would have to make a trip to the recycling place to dump the old chemicals (gas money). All told it would cost me at least $400 to do it myself, maybe more. The Honda dealer I go to gives credit for past service you have done at their dealership. The Accord was supposed to cost $299 for the 100K service. Due to credits, it was only $215. I was told the Civic would be similar. I paid $34 with tax for the Civic's plugs and the service will be about $225 for a total of $259. Quite a savings off $400+ if I did it myself. Besides, my back doesn't hurt when they do it. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:16 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > Hondas will run forever...provided you never let the dealer touch it. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 04:05:55 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 05:05:55 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Are you getting residuals for every time the photo is viewed? LOL On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 11:48 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > That's Pierce Manifolds head. That picture is of my engine. > > Larry Miller > > On Apr 4, 2010, at 4:14 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > > > http://tinyurl.com/yjsdjpu* > > * > > Anyone know anything about this head, who manufactures, etc.* *Seller > > familiar? > > Mike MacLean > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 5 04:17:21 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 06:17:21 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 Message-ID: With a proper turbo setup from British Leyland's MG Metro you can get anything from 120 - about 260bhp depending on how long you wanted the engine to last. 150bhp is probably pretty reliable but not on a standard gearbox. Err there are books with this stuff in ..... In a message dated 05/04/2010 01:26:04 GMT Daylight Time, rrengineer at dslextreme.com writes: http://tinyurl.com/ycn9zx8 Can I get 450 HP from my 1275 with this setup? Where the hell does everything go under the bonnet? Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 05:29:05 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 06:29:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 12:16 AM, Billy Zoom wrote: > Hondas will run forever...provided you never let the dealer touch it. I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. David L From millerls at ado13.com Mon Apr 5 07:51:24 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 06:51:24 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <58E42F7E-3D01-4C5C-AC24-7A34E7112EAD@ado13.com> No such luck. Larry On Apr 5, 2010, at 3:05 AM, Brad Fornal wrote: > Are you getting residuals for every time the photo is viewed? From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Apr 5 07:52:01 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:52:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: <151524.65563.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <151524.65563.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: > Actually, I think they are showing the 948 kit, the 1275 will get you > 1,000 > hp. I guess that means we are also going to have to spring for Iridium axle shafts, too. Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY From millerls at ado13.com Mon Apr 5 08:08:28 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 07:08:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <58E34AFF-309A-4182-BF2E-9F67F5B65394@ado13.com> The word is that Huffaker is getting 140 HP out of this setup. Larry From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Apr 5 08:41:41 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:41:41 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <427D40E8E7D34B1DA988BF1C976C25B2@Home> > I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. Every time we have taken our Subaru to the dealer, some plastic bit has fallen off and dragged on the road on the way home. Not a significant problem, of course, but it surely makes me wonder what else they failed to attach properly. Michael Rowe From derf247 at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 08:50:14 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 08:50:14 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: <58E34AFF-309A-4182-BF2E-9F67F5B65394@ado13.com> References: <58E34AFF-309A-4182-BF2E-9F67F5B65394@ado13.com> Message-ID: Add that head to the turbo kit from the other thread and you can really blow some gaskets. From jfishbein at snet.net Mon Apr 5 09:32:56 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 08:32:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <427D40E8E7D34B1DA988BF1C976C25B2@Home> Message-ID: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Rather than use the "broad brush". I will say it this way: Regardless of the category of business, it is rare to find quality service whether it be at a car dealer, an auto repair shop, real estate sales, cellular provider, the grocery store, vendors that interact with you at work, and so-on. In most businesses I wouldn't be surprised id service is probably considered an unwanted expense and otherwise probably not taught to existing employees and new hires. jay --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. Every time we have taken our Subaru to the dealer, From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 10:01:44 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:01:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging Message-ID: A friend I had not previously met came over yesterday with his 74 Midget. He was having trouble with 2nd gear and I offered to loan him a spare ribcase while he rebuilt his. We yanked the engine and transmission out, bolted up my spare, and reassembled. His carbon throwout was almost worn out, so I used a spare bearing unit I had on the shelf. Got it all back together and we aren't getting the clutch to disengage to the point of allowing the input shaft to stop completely. I can force it into second and thence into first, but it will creep like mad. We did not disconnect the slave from the hydraulics, but I went ahead and flushed and bled the hydraulics with the Eezi-Bleed. No difference. We have motion on the slave, seemingly from the moment the pedal starts downward until it stops. I did not measure the throw, but it seemed to be about 3/8". The fork winds up near the end of the slot for it. We did not mess with the pressure plate. My primary suspects are the clutch fork and the throwout bearing, both of which will require yanking it all out again ;-( Anything else I can try before that? David L From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Mon Apr 5 10:54:52 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 09:54:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 400HP for $1000 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <643607.29992.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I'm relieved that the fine print says it works with the automatic tranny as well as those Spridgets that are running the optional air conditioning. - David Booker Manual tranny'd non-A/C equipped '71 Midget... Long Island From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 5 11:20:05 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 13:20:05 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging Message-ID: <37adf.1812495c.38eb75c5@aol.com> Late carbon which is based on the wrong 'core' and which everyones sells as correct. Longer push rod ought not to help but often does. In a message dated 05/04/2010 17:45:28 GMT Daylight Time, 72spridget at gmail.com writes: His carbon throwout was almost worn out, [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of imm017_17.jpg] From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 11:31:47 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:31:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] mark III SPRITE FOR SALE In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Frank could have the restored in less than two weeks!! On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 12:26 PM, BOB ROSS wrote: > I currently have my 66-67 Sprite parts car listed on the Wash DC > craigslist.. > Anyone interested can give me a hollar at antiqbob at shentel.net > > Mark III with frozen 1098 body mostly there... no papers.. Basically a > fairly complete Sprite (good one-with the roll up windows..project car. > Bob > https://post.craigslist.org/manage/1676432423/jwgfh > ---------- > > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 9.0.800 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2792 - Release Date: 04/05/10 > 02:32:00 > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: > http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midgetsprite/ > > <*> Your email settings: > Individual Email | Traditional > > <*> To change settings online go to: > http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midgetsprite/join > (Yahoo! ID required) > > <*> To change settings via email: > midgetsprite-digest at yahoogroups.com > midgetsprite-fullfeatured at yahoogroups.com > > <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: > midgetsprite-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com > > <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: > http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Mon Apr 5 11:56:03 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 10:56:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <826197.90254.qm@web38902.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I really do not agree with you completely. I think it where people shop - They do not research to find the right shop. There are people out there that give great service - some are on this list. I have bought & had parts rebuilt buy a few of them - great price - excellent work. I have always been happy with the service by Bill @ Min Comp racing services. True - He is not cheap - Bill charges standard shop rates for the area. I do not remember what it is now - every one charges 80 -100 $ an Hour shop rates. The best thing is i know it was done right - He has even done a few things extra. Like replace the spring on clutch return that had broken - re-tune the carbs. & other things. He did it just because it needed to be done. - I asked what owed - nothing - This is probably because i have spent money on my car at his shop for several years. Sure i could get the plugs on a tune up a few bucks cheaper then he sells them. I figure it is worth it - That way he will hopefully be there the next time i need repairs. The problem with most people is where they shop - a dearer never gives you a deal. They do not pay well so there good guys have a tendency to move to better paying jobs. A guy that has his own shop wants to keep customers coming back for more repairs. Then you still have to ask if they like to or have ever worked on that type car. Do not get me wrong there are a lot of bad small shops too. The good ones are hard to find. And then there is the very true saying.- you get what you pay for & parts are not cheap. Vigil --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Jay wrote: From: Jay Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff To: "Spridgets" Date: Monday, April 5, 2010, 8:32 AM Rather than use the "broad brush". I will say it this way: Regardless of the category of business, it is rare to find quality service whether it be at a car dealer, an auto repair shop, real estate sales, cellular provider, the grocery store, vendors that interact with you at work, and so-on. In most businesses I wouldn't be surprised id service is probably considered an unwanted expense and otherwise probably not taught to existing employees and new hires. jay --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. Every time we have taken our Subaru to the dealer, Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 5 12:05:49 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:05:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I let two different Honda dealers change the oil on my CRX when it was new. They both deliberately mis-adjusted other things on the car and then tried to tell me I needed them repaired. That was about 19 years ago. I haven't had a single problem with the car since I quit taking it to the dealers. BZ From froggi60 at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 13:32:14 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:32:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Abandoned cars In-Reply-To: <4BB94949.8090106@comcast.net> References: <4BB94949.8090106@comcast.net> Message-ID: Thanks, FRANK, I was having a great day. Herb From kgb at frontiernet.net Mon Apr 5 15:22:24 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:22:24 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BBA5490.6030804@frontiernet.net> When one is fortunate enough to find a business whose owner has a good work ethic and believes in customer service, stick with them and let all your friends know about them. Go to them for the minor services such as oil changes, rather than using Walmart, if you don't do them yourself. You might pay a few dollars more, but you just might be helping the guy to still be in business next year when you really need him. I took my Chrysler to a highly recommended shop to have the head gasket replaced. Since I had planned on doing it myself, I had all the necessary parts ready to go. A broken back changed my plans. Since the timing belt must be removed in order to replace the head gasket, I expected that to be included in the cost, or at least not more than one hour's additional labor. He wound up adding $275 additional to replace the timing belt. I was not pleased. I began searching for a new shop. The one I selected was one that I needed to use for the first time in an emergency, My Cherokee lost its mind (brain) when I went to start it on my way home from work. I called the shop and he arranged for a tow, already suspecting the reason my car wouldn't start. The nearest brain was three days away, so he pulled one out of his own car, installed it in mine, and said I could use it until mine came in. When I went back, I paid the cost of the part plus $30 for about 30 seconds labor. Since then, I have learned that his shop rate is $20 less than everybody else in town. Also, if a job takes less than an hour, he doesn't charge for a full hour. The fact that his parents owned the business before him might have something to do with his practice of customer service, but whatever the reason, I plan to steer as much business his way as he is able to handle. Kate Jay wrote: > Rather than use the "broad brush". I will say it this way: > Regardless of the category of business, it is rare to find quality service whether it be at a car dealer, an auto repair shop, real estate sales, cellular provider, the grocery store, vendors that interact with you at work, and so-on. > > In most businesses I wouldn't be surprised id service is probably considered an unwanted expense and otherwise probably not taught to existing employees and new hires. > > jay > > --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > >> I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. >> > > Every time we have taken our Subaru to the dealer, > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Apr 5 16:07:46 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:07:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: <4BBA5490.6030804@frontiernet.net> References: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4BBA5490.6030804@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Geez, Kate, you paid him $30 for 30 seconds labor and that was $20 dollars LESS than everybody else? At $3600 per hour for him, those other guys must be a tad high. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Kathryn Bales" Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 4:22 PM Cc: "Spridgets" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff When one is fortunate enough to find a business whose owner has a good work ethic and believes in customer service, stick with them and let all your friends know about them. Go to them for the minor services such as oil changes, rather than using Walmart, if you don't do them yourself. You might pay a few dollars more, but you just might be helping the guy to still be in business next year when you really need him. I took my Chrysler to a highly recommended shop to have the head gasket replaced. Since I had planned on doing it myself, I had all the necessary parts ready to go. A broken back changed my plans. Since the timing belt must be removed in order to replace the head gasket, I expected that to be included in the cost, or at least not more than one hour's additional labor. He wound up adding $275 additional to replace the timing belt. I was not pleased. I began searching for a new shop. The one I selected was one that I needed to use for the first time in an emergency, My Cherokee lost its mind (brain) when I went to start it on my way home from work. I called the shop and he arranged for a tow, already suspecting the reason my car wouldn't start. The nearest brain was three days away, so he pulled one out of his own car, installed it in mine, and said I could use it until mine came in. When I went back, I paid the cost of the part plus $30 for about 30 seconds labor. Since then, I have learned that his shop rate is $20 less than everybody else in town. Also, if a job takes less than an hour, he doesn't charge for a full hour. The fact that his parents owned the business before him might have something to do with his practice of customer service, but whatever the reason, I plan to steer as much business his way as he is able to handle. Kate Jay wrote: > Rather than use the "broad brush". I will say it this way: > Regardless of the category of business, it is rare to find quality service > whether it be at a car dealer, an auto repair shop, real estate sales, > cellular provider, the grocery store, vendors that interact with you at > work, and so-on. > > In most businesses I wouldn't be surprised id service is probably > considered an unwanted expense and otherwise probably not taught to > existing employees and new hires. > > jay > > --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > >> I have to agree with you, but it ain't just Hondas. >> > > Every time we have taken our Subaru to the dealer, > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From billmasq at hotmail.com Mon Apr 5 16:47:10 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 15:47:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- Message-ID: I know that a 948 flywheel has 4 bolt holes and that a 1275 has 4 boltholes and two dowel holes (to the crank) but what is the pattern for a 1098? Thanks BillM _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 From cbking at alum.rpi.edu Mon Apr 5 17:13:02 2010 From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 16:13:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff Message-ID: <654001cad515$8a5e8440$056a010a@mail2world.com> That's similar to how I stumbled into my current mechanic. A few years ago the local Ford dealer (who up to this point had been fairly reasonable) quoted me $800 to fix the pinion bearing on the rear that his shop had ruined by over tightening the pinion yoke after replacing a leaky seal. The mechanic I took it to is very local (about a 1/2 mile from my house), and does good work. There was even one point where he had dropped my truck off at my house before a snowstorm, even though I had not paid the bill yet. He does good work, and the fact that I can drop the truck off, walk home, and drive my spare car to work is a big plus. -=Chris Chris King http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ <-----Original Message-----> >From: Kathryn Bales [kgb at frontiernet.net] >Sent: 4/5/2010 5:22:24 PM >To: >Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff > > >I began searching for a new shop. The one I selected was one that I >needed to use for the first time in an emergency, My Cherokee lost its >mind (brain) when I went to start it on my way home from work. I called >the shop and he arranged for a tow, already suspecting the reason my car >wouldn't start. The nearest brain was three days away, so he pulled one >out of his own car, installed it in mine, and said I could use it until >mine came in. When I went back, I paid the cost of the part plus $30 for >about 30 seconds labor. Since then, I have learned that his shop rate is >$20 less than everybody else in town. Also, if a job takes less than an >hour, he doesn't charge for a full hour. > >The fact that his parents owned the business before him might have >something to do with his practice of customer service, but whatever the >reason, I plan to steer as much business his way as he is able to handle. > >Kate From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 18:22:23 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 19:22:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout Message-ID: Does anyone offer a cable operated exhaust cut out for our cars? I was in Ft. Worth this weekend, and heard all the Harley's heading do to park on Exchange in cowtown. It would be fun to have a cut out to open up, and roar with the bikes, if such a part is available. Brad -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From pythias at pacifier.com Mon Apr 5 18:31:59 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:31:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1691488230.20100405173159@pacifier.com> Hello Bill, go ahead an yank my engine and tranny back out to have a look see? -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" Theres a fine line between cuddling and holding someone down so they cant get away. From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 18:53:45 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 19:53:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: With my first new SAAB, I refused to do even simple things as it was under warranty. I had to drive to a dealer in Houston (Nothing in LA) and there was NEVER a time when they did not BREAK something else. I paid for the 30k mile service and watched what they did.. supposed to drain and flush the coolant/brake fluid/clutch fluid. Various filters adjustments etc. They completed none of that, instead it seemed to be more cost effective to simply spray a bunch of WD-40 in the engine bay. Yes, I watched. Lester On Apr 5, 2010, at 1:05 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > I let two different Honda dealers change the oil on my CRX when it was new. > They both deliberately mis-adjusted other things on the car and then tried > to tell me I needed them repaired. That was about 19 years ago. I haven't > had a single problem with the car since I quit taking it to the dealers. > BZ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 5 19:02:47 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:02:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Does JC Whitney still have them? From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 19:02:45 2010 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 01:02:45 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! Message-ID: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> just to let you know. Ryan From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Apr 5 19:05:34 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 18:05:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: You would be happier engineering something to your specific vehicle. Flapper type (carb butterfly type) cutouts leak around the edges, which can cause a problem if they are forward of the driver's area. They are also illegal in a lot of areas, if a policeman bothers to follow up on the noise; just stopping the noise won't save you from a ticket. A lot of cities are stepping up ticketing to increase revenues these days. ...bill in oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 5:22 PM To: Spridget list; Yahoo Spridget list Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout Does anyone offer a cable operated exhaust cut out for our cars? I was in Ft. Worth this weekend, and heard all the Harley's heading do to park on Exchange in cowtown. It would be fun to have a cut out to open up, and roar with the bikes, if such a part is available. Brad From pilotrob at msn.com Mon Apr 5 19:15:35 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 01:15:35 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout Message-ID: if not, maybe Jegs or Summit. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Billy Zoom Sent: Monday, April 5, 2010 9:02 PM To: Brad Fornal, Spridget list, Yahoo Spridget list Subject: [midgetsprite] Re: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout Does JC Whitney still have them? From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 5 19:26:25 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 18:26:25 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: <58E34AFF-309A-4182-BF2E-9F67F5B65394@ado13.com> Message-ID: <62355.219.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > The word is that Huffaker is getting > 140 HP out of this setup. He supposedly gets that out of a regular head, but they cost $2000. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 20:05:51 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:05:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- References: Message-ID: I think the 948 and 1275 clutch is held on by 6 bolts. And yes, you can adapt a 1275 diaphram clutch to fit a 948 flywheel by carefully locating and drilling the flywheel an inserting the two pins. I have such a flywheel. The clutch changed on the 1098 but I think the flywheel holes might be the same as the 948. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill Masquelier" To: "spridget list" Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 6:47 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- >I know that a 948 flywheel has 4 bolt holes and that a 1275 has 4 boltholes > and two dowel holes (to the crank) but what is the pattern for a 1098? > > Thanks > BillM > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your > inbox. > http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL > :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Mon Apr 5 20:08:50 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 21:08:50 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <001901cad52e$19d2fcb0$4d78f610$@rr.com> Hah! Not just a tune up.... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 8:03 PM To: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! just to let you know. Ryan From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 20:20:20 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 21:20:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <75B0D5C8-9872-493B-BA52-425287F26399@comcast.net> Are you kidding me?? $ 6000 to rebuild the engine?? Lester On Apr 5, 2010, at 8:02 PM, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote: > just to let you know. > Ryan > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 5 20:23:09 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:23:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: > just to let you know. They keep running that trailer, I keep taping the show.... Anybody seen it yet??? From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 20:26:00 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:26:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] BMC at Bonneville 1959 video Message-ID: This may have been posted. Lin http://www.britishpathe.com/record.php?id=83903 many others http://www.britishpathe.com/results.php?search=austin+healey From spritenut at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 20:31:28 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 22:31:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BBA9D00.2060305@comcast.net> Bill Masquelier wrote: > I know that a 948 flywheel has 4 bolt holes and that a 1275 has 4 boltholes > and two dowel holes (to the crank) but what is the pattern for a 1098? > > 948s & 1098s have 4 bolt holes. 1275s have 6 bolts and 2 dowels. The 1098 had a 7.25" pressure plate but I do know that there a 2 different 1098 flywheels. I found this out on the Holy Sprite and yes both 1098s were of the smaller crank type. But 2 way different flywheels, the bolt pattern was different. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Apr 5 20:42:17 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 19:42:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <14DD33D1CDA94D3BB02DEFA76B2BAB9E@spider> http://tinyurl.com/yc8oegc http://tinyurl.com/ydywlwj ========================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 6:16 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; Brad Fornal; Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout if not, maybe Jegs or Summit. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Billy Zoom Sent: Monday, April 5, 2010 9:02 PM To: Brad Fornal, Spridget list, Yahoo Spridget list Subject: [midgetsprite] Re: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout Does JC Whitney still have them? _______________________________________________ From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Apr 5 21:07:32 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:07:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: References: <1802286009.7129431270515765801.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: I watched it tonight on my Tivo... It's a decent looking 64 from what I could see but there were some questionable things about it (radio antenna is wrong and something looked funny about the tranny and drive shaft tunnel). Most notably the $6,000 price tag to overhaul the engine! Outrageous!! Didn't that year have the 1098? Aren't there plenty of parts around to rebuild a 1098 for WAY less than $6,000? They said it had a bad crank - OK - so what kind of crank was he wanting to replace it with - a billet crank of solid gold?! Geez! -- Cheers!! Jim In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm, and three or more is a congress." John Adams US diplomat & politician (1735 - 1826) On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > > just to let you know. > They keep running that trailer, I keep taping the show.... > Anybody seen it yet??? > ______________________ From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 5 21:12:21 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:12:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] BMC at Bonneville 1959 video In-Reply-To: Message-ID: It's worth watching just for the music. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 5 21:14:02 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:14:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > They said it had a bad crank It might be a 10CG From dlh2001 at comcast.net Mon Apr 5 21:55:25 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 23:55:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- References: <4BBA9D00.2060305@comcast.net> Message-ID: <35926169A50C4E0DAB5E202799FC0AAD@blackbox2> I'm sorry I thought you were talking about the clutch mounting to the flywheel. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank" To: "Bill Masquelier" Cc: "spridget list" Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 10:31 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- > Bill Masquelier wrote: >> I know that a 948 flywheel has 4 bolt holes and that a 1275 has 4 boltholes >> and two dowel holes (to the crank) but what is the pattern for a 1098? >> >> > 948s & 1098s have 4 bolt holes. > 1275s have 6 bolts and 2 dowels. > The 1098 had a 7.25" pressure plate but I do know that there a 2 > different 1098 flywheels. > I found this out on the Holy Sprite and yes both 1098s were of the > smaller crank type. But 2 way different flywheels, the bolt pattern was > different. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > My own Fleet of Sprites > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 5 23:34:06 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:34:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... Message-ID: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> ...did 1990 get to be 20 years ago? I was reminiscing about a car I used to have and said, "yeah, it doesn't seem 10 years since I had that thing." My math was quickly corrected. In a massive "life's a blur" freakout, Ron From dwoerpel at wi.net Mon Apr 5 23:59:23 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:59:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BBACDBB.1050903@wi.net> Ron, The same way my daughter is now 23 and my son is 32!! Time flies when you're having a good time. Don't blink! Hey, does your DVD player play HQ recorded DVD's? Dave W. Ron Soave wrote: > ...did 1990 get to be 20 years ago? I was reminiscing about a car I used to have and said, "yeah, it doesn't seem 10 years since I had that thing." My math was quickly corrected. > > In a massive "life's a blur" freakout, > Ron From tequila.brad at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 00:11:01 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 01:11:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: In the middle of a bunch of roaring Harley's, I doubt he would effectively be able to point a finger at me... On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:05 PM, wrote: > You would be happier engineering something to your specific vehicle. > Flapper type (carb butterfly type) cutouts leak around the edges, which can > cause a problem if they are forward of the driver's area. > > They are also illegal in a lot of areas, if a policeman bothers to follow > up > on the noise; just stopping the noise won't save you from a ticket. > A lot of cities are stepping up ticketing to increase revenues these days. > ...bill in oregon > ================================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal > Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 5:22 PM > To: Spridget list; Yahoo Spridget list > Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout > > Does anyone offer a cable operated exhaust cut out for our cars? I was in > Ft. Worth this weekend, and heard all the Harley's heading do to park on > Exchange in cowtown. It would be fun to have a cut out to open up, and roar > with the bikes, if such a part is available. > > Brad > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 00:20:45 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 01:20:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout In-Reply-To: <14DD33D1CDA94D3BB02DEFA76B2BAB9E@spider> References: <14DD33D1CDA94D3BB02DEFA76B2BAB9E@spider> Message-ID: My thanks to all of you sending links and suggestions. I have yet to see anything that will be a direct bolt/weld in for a stock Spridget exhaust system though. Brad On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 9:42 PM, wrote: > http://tinyurl.com/yc8oegc > > http://tinyurl.com/ydywlwj > > ========================================= > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer > Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 6:16 PM > To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; Brad Fornal; Spridget list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout > > if not, maybe Jegs or Summit. :) > > CB > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Billy Zoom > Sent: Monday, April 5, 2010 9:02 PM > To: Brad Fornal, Spridget list, Yahoo Spridget list > Subject: [midgetsprite] Re: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout > > Does JC Whitney still have them? > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From dwramsey at att.net Tue Apr 6 01:21:46 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:21:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100406082124.C280E187666@autox.team.net> You need to realize she is talking about Elko, NV. It is 300 miles, east or west, on I-80 to anything like another dealer. Crash Geez, Kate, you paid him $30 for 30 seconds labor and that was $20 dollars LESS than everybody else? At $3600 per hour for him, those other guys must be a tad high. LAD Since then, I have learned that his shop rate is $20 less than everybody else in town. Also, if a job takes less than an hour, he doesn't charge for a full hour. Kate From dwramsey at att.net Tue Apr 6 01:24:57 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:24:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Need some ID help- In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100406082435.A6FB9187672@autox.team.net> 4 same as a 948, 12V 1275's have a six bolt flywheel. I know that a 948 flywheel has 4 bolt holes and that a 1275 has 4 boltholes and two dowel holes (to the crank) but what is the pattern for a 1098? Thanks BillM From dwramsey at att.net Tue Apr 6 01:35:43 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:35:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100406083520.DD55B187666@autox.team.net> I don't remember that year having roll up windows. Crash From spritenut at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 05:51:07 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 07:51:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> Ron Soave wrote: > ...did 1990 get to be 20 years ago? I was reminiscing about a car I used to have and said, "yeah, it doesn't seem 10 years since I had that thing." My math was quickly corrected. > > In a massive "life's a blur" freakout, > > Ron Time flies when you are getting old. My son is as old as you were when I met you. A couple weeks ago at a car club dinner with old friends, one guy asked if my daughter was driving yet? I told him she has been driving for 10 years, I drove HER bugeye to this dinner. And when he told the waiter that we would like to order dinner now, the waiter looked a little cross and said "Sir, you already ordered, you are getting the fish" We all looked a Gerry and thought he was joking, he wasn't he really forgot that he ordered dinner 5 minutes prior. That scared all of us. We are OLD. I am a grandfather! Tomorrow we will be in our 90s. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From abcoz at hky.com Tue Apr 6 07:18:40 2010 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 09:18:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <20100406083520.DD55B187666@autox.team.net> References: <20100406083520.DD55B187666@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <5C2E5FC7D32940E99D726472F2BC7B5B@OwnerPC> '64 was a transition year. Early cars had 1/4 elliptic rear springs, side curtains and the 10CG engine. Later '64 cars had the semi-elliptic rear springs, roll-up windows and 10CC engine. That car on Pawn Stars had several non-original features, including that monstrous center console, the "strange" radio antenna, the missing hood emblem, the funky, tan inserts in the door pockets and who knows what else. I was amazed that the guy paid $5K for it, let alone without hearing it run and driving it first. DUH!!! Bud Osbourne (temporarily out of "lurk" mode) ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Ramsey" To: "'Jim Johnson'" Cc: Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 3:35 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! >I don't remember that year having roll up windows. > Crash From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Apr 6 07:37:42 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 06:37:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <5C2E5FC7D32940E99D726472F2BC7B5B@OwnerPC> References: <20100406083520.DD55B187666@autox.team.net> <5C2E5FC7D32940E99D726472F2BC7B5B@OwnerPC> Message-ID: <247F23638BF04D1EA9145DE54961C8AF@spider> Great theater though; like the grand piano falling from a great height. ...bill in oregon ================================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bud Osbourne Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 6:19 AM To: David Ramsey; 'Jim Johnson' Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! '64 was a transition year. Early cars had 1/4 elliptic rear springs, side curtains and the 10CG engine. Later '64 cars had the semi-elliptic rear springs, roll-up windows and 10CC engine. That car on Pawn Stars had several non-original features, including that monstrous center console, the "strange" radio antenna, the missing hood emblem, the funky, tan inserts in the door pockets and who knows what else. I was amazed that the guy paid $5K for it, let alone without hearing it run and driving it first. DUH!!! Bud Osbourne (temporarily out of "lurk" mode) From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Tue Apr 6 07:42:06 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:42:06 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <5C2E5FC7D32940E99D726472F2BC7B5B@OwnerPC> Message-ID: <20100406134206.A8S2F.116190.root@hrndva-web13-z01> I also noticed it had a white dryer vent hose for the heater. Has anyone seen this car around? ---- Bud Osbourne wrote: > '64 was a transition year. Early cars had 1/4 elliptic rear springs, side > curtains and the 10CG engine. Later '64 cars had the semi-elliptic rear > springs, roll-up windows and 10CC engine. > That car on Pawn Stars had several non-original features, including that > monstrous center console, the "strange" radio antenna, the missing hood > emblem, the funky, tan inserts in the door pockets and who knows what else. > I was amazed that the guy paid $5K for it, let alone without hearing it run > and driving it first. DUH!!! > > Bud Osbourne (temporarily out of "lurk" mode) > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "David Ramsey" > To: "'Jim Johnson'" > Cc: > Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 3:35 AM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! > > > >I don't remember that year having roll up windows. > > Crash From rbastedo at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 09:22:19 2010 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 08:22:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey Message-ID: They did and didn't. Early 64 cars are MK2 while later 64 cars are MK3. I have an early 64 MK2. Rick ($6K to overhaul a 1098???) Bastedo ******************* Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:35:43 -0700 From: "David Ramsey" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! To: "'Jim Johnson'" I don't remember that year having roll up windows. Crash From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 09:41:32 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 10:41:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> Message-ID: A young woman in a bar told me the other day that I was a dirty old man. I said, yes, and I'm going to be a dirty old man until I am a dead old man. Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 6:51 AM, Frank wrote: > Ron Soave wrote: > >> ...did 1990 get to be 20 years ago? I was reminiscing about a car I used >> to have and said, "yeah, it doesn't seem 10 years since I had that thing." >> My math was quickly corrected. >> >> In a massive "life's a blur" freakout, >> >> >> > Ron > > Time flies when you are getting old. > My son is as old as you were when I met you. > A couple weeks ago at a car club dinner with old friends, one guy asked if > my daughter was driving yet? > I told him she has been driving for 10 years, I drove HER bugeye to this > dinner. And when he told the waiter that we would like to order dinner now, > the waiter looked a little cross and said "Sir, you already ordered, you are > getting the fish" > We all looked a Gerry and thought he was joking, he wasn't he really forgot > that he ordered dinner 5 minutes prior. > That scared all of us. > We are OLD. I am a grandfather! > Tomorrow we will be in our 90s. From kgb at frontiernet.net Tue Apr 6 09:51:25 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 08:51:25 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Honda Dealer Service Ripoff In-Reply-To: References: <180473.91708.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4BBA5490.6030804@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <4BBB587D.9030504@frontiernet.net> He has a 30 minute minimum. Other shops here range from one hour minimum to book rate, no exceptions. I am beginning to realize how well I was treated by my shop in Oregon. Kate Larry Daniels wrote: > Geez, Kate, you paid him $30 for 30 seconds labor and that was $20 dollars > LESS than everybody else? At $3600 per hour for him, those other guys must > be a tad high. > > LAD From stargazer1 at cox.net Tue Apr 6 10:41:43 2010 From: stargazer1 at cox.net (David Ambrose) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 09:41:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BBB6447.3030704@cox.net> On 4/6/2010 4:51 AM, Frank wrote: > We are OLD. I am a grandfather! > Tomorrow we will be in our 90s. Frank, I fear you have your age confused with the temperature. :-) Remember, it's far better to be over the hill than under the hill. Cheers, Dave Ambrose From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 6 11:10:51 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:10:51 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Exhaust Cutout Message-ID: <2273d.51d64c54.38ecc51b@aol.com> It's a bypass pipe/junction. Used by Rolls Royce in WW2 or was it WW1. Ilegal in Uk motorsports. Google bypass pipe and you should find one. Doesn' feature in any Spridget tuning book I'm aware of.... Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 06/04/2010 01:59:19 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: Does anyone offer a cable operated exhaust cut out for our cars? I was in Ft. Worth this weekend, and heard all the Harley's heading do to park on Exchange in cowtown. It would be fun to have a cut out to open up, and roar with the bikes, if such a part is available. Brad From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 6 11:14:59 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:14:59 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... Message-ID: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> I showed my kids an LP the other day (on it's way to the charity shop_. They thought it was very interesting. Then the 13yr old told the 7yr old I was a 100yr old and the 7yr old came to tell me this. I'm only 46. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 06/04/2010 07:23:41 GMT Daylight Time, dwoerpel at wi.net writes: Ron, The same way my daughter is now 23 and my son is 32!! Time flies when you're having a good time. Don't blink! Hey, does your DVD player play HQ recorded DVD's? Dave W. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 6 11:16:24 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:16:24 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Exhaust Cutout Message-ID: <22dbd.2b926bd.38ecc668@aol.com> You just need a couple of step-up/step down pipe sections fabricated by maybe slitting some pipe, cutting a wedge and re-welding. In a message dated 06/04/2010 07:38:46 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: My thanks to all of you sending links and suggestions. I have yet to see anything that will be a direct bolt/weld in for a stock Spridget exhaust system though. Brad From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 12:06:07 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:06:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Age... When my son (now 35) was small, he was rummaging around in my desk. "Dad, what's this funny ruler".... You guessed it, a slide rule. Engineers of today...go figure! They don't have a clue what WE went through in calculating problems. Herb From conen at bellsouth.net Tue Apr 6 12:19:49 2010 From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:19:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! Message-ID: <489771.15837.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> per Crash... >>'64 was a transition year. Early cars had 1/4 elliptic rear springs, side >>curtains and the 10CG engine. Later '64 cars had the semi-elliptic rear >>springs, roll-up windows and 10CC engine. The one I want would have side curtains AND semi-elliptic rear springs. Yes, they do exist! I personally saw one many years ago. Ed in NC From 72spridget at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 12:45:45 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:45:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <489771.15837.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <489771.15837.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4626389218690669907@unknownmsgid> And I would want rollup windows, stowable top, quarter elliptics, and RWA; these do NOT exist ;-) David L From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 12:57:51 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:57:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> References: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> Message-ID: ... and the thirteen year old wil sadly never see another sunrise right? ;-) When my now 22 year old son was 4 his kindergarten class filled out a little form about "Daddy". In it he lists my age as 81. Later he insists he meant to say 18 which he thought was old... sigh.. Lester On Apr 6, 2010, at 12:14 PM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > I showed my kids an LP the other day (on it's way to the charity > shop_. > They thought it was very interesting. Then the 13yr old told the > 7yr old I > was a 100yr old and the 7yr old came to tell me this. I'm only 46. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 06/04/2010 07:23:41 GMT Daylight Time, dwoerpel at wi.net > writes: > > Ron, > > The same way my daughter is now 23 and my son is 32!! Time flies > when > you're having a good time. > > Don't blink! > > Hey, does your DVD player play HQ recorded DVD's? > > Dave W. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 12:58:53 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 13:58:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net> Message-ID: HERE HERE!! Lester On Apr 6, 2010, at 10:41 AM, Jim Johnson wrote: > A young woman in a bar told me the other day that I was a dirty old > man. I > said, yes, and I'm going to be a dirty old man until I am a dead old > man. > > Cheers!! > Jim From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 15:17:31 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 14:17:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Stuff Listed Message-ID: I have a couple items on eBay real cheapo priced for a quick 3 day sale. Keep them in case needed down the road or pop them on eBay with a 7 or 10 day auction and make a little money. . whatever! I am pricing way low to clean out my space. Inner hose assembly for the gas tank and the cap and grommet in good condition. . still supple. *Item # 200458669654 * 12 bucks plus 3 for shipping. . I also have a odd red shift knob that is in new condition and fits my 59 shifter stick. . not sure of fitment for latter years (have a return on the auction just in case). . Would look pretty cool with a red interior car. . $6.50 includes shifting. *Item # 200458677616* From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Apr 6 15:53:19 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:53:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet Message-ID: <8C5B12E2A6F34A2D8BC9A9A049F9320D@Home> I finally got around to trying to fit my Spridgetech fiberglass BE bonnet. It is distressing that the hinge bolt holes are 1/16" off from my hinges. They are 2 3/4"x2 3/4" OC whereas the hinges are 2.3/4"x2 11/16", visibly different because they are not square. This is an easy fix, and most will hinge these fiberglass bonnets from the front, anyway. Nevertheless, it is distressing that Spridetech made such a simple measurement error, which should have been caught and corrected early on. There is also a bad secondary bond that broke loose in transit. Secondary bonds must be made within hours on very fresh resin or with epoxy or special adhesives on well scuffed surfaces. This is another simple error that a conscientious builder should not be making. I am disappointed in Spridetech. Michael Rowe From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 6 16:20:42 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 15:20:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet In-Reply-To: <8C5B12E2A6F34A2D8BC9A9A049F9320D@Home> Message-ID: <530459.38096.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Rod stands behind his work, has a great reputation, and is extremely conscientious. I've used his glass man Dave Craddock for military prototypes. I would call him for an explanation before simply blasting him. --- On Tue, 4/6/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > From: Michael Rowe > Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet > To: "Spridget" > Date: Tuesday, April 6, 2010, 4:53 PM > I finally got around to trying to fit > my Spridgetech fiberglass BE bonnet. It is distressing > that the hinge bolt holes are 1/16" off from my > hinges. They are 2 3/4"x2 3/4" OC whereas the hinges > are 2.3/4"x2 11/16", visibly different because they are not > square. This is an easy fix, and most will hinge these > fiberglass bonnets from the front, anyway. > Nevertheless, it is distressing that Spridetech made such a > simple measurement error, which should have been caught and > corrected early on. > > There is also a bad secondary bond that broke loose in > transit. Secondary bonds must be made within hours on > very fresh resin or with epoxy or special adhesives on well > scuffed surfaces. This is another simple error that a > conscientious builder should not be making. > > I am disappointed in Spridetech. > > Michael Rowe > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From domanicoj at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 16:44:11 2010 From: domanicoj at comcast.net (domanicoj at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 22:44:11 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] torque wrench settings? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1883374678.6163721270593851412.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Looking at torque wrench settings for conrods and main bearing cap bolts..... conrod specs mention colour dyed or phosphated. How do I tell the difference? early 1975 midget 1500 engine everything inside the block looks like it is painted gloss black. All help is appreciated! Jim Domanico Chalfont, PA From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Apr 6 16:48:46 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 17:48:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet In-Reply-To: <530459.38096.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <530459.38096.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I'm with Ron on this one. No offense to you, Michael, but I think it's always a good idea to see what can be worked out with the supplier before nailing him to the wall for all to see. I, too, have worked with Rod at Spridgetech. The guy has bent over backwards to take care of me. Even offered me a deal that I would have been embarrassed to ask for because it was so good. Give Rod a call, Michael, and see what he can do for you. He's one of the good guys. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 5:20 PM To: "Spridget" ; "Michael Rowe" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet Rod stands behind his work, has a great reputation, and is extremely conscientious. I've used his glass man Dave Craddock for military prototypes. I would call him for an explanation before simply blasting him. --- On Tue, 4/6/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > From: Michael Rowe > Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet > To: "Spridget" > Date: Tuesday, April 6, 2010, 4:53 PM > I finally got around to trying to fit > my Spridgetech fiberglass BE bonnet. It is distressing > that the hinge bolt holes are 1/16" off from my > hinges. They are 2 3/4"x2 3/4" OC whereas the hinges > are 2.3/4"x2 11/16", visibly different because they are not > square. This is an easy fix, and most will hinge these > fiberglass bonnets from the front, anyway. > Nevertheless, it is distressing that Spridetech made such a > simple measurement error, which should have been caught and > corrected early on. > > There is also a bad secondary bond that broke loose in > transit. Secondary bonds must be made within hours on > very fresh resin or with epoxy or special adhesives on well > scuffed surfaces. This is another simple error that a > conscientious builder should not be making. > > I am disappointed in Spridetech. > > Michael Rowe > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Apr 6 16:49:58 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:49:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgetech Bonnet In-Reply-To: <530459.38096.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <530459.38096.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: >I would call him for an explanation before simply blasting him. I don't doubt that he is a good guy and a good friend. I met him when I bought the bonnet at Carlisle. But when I called him last year after finding the failed secondary bond, he suggested a way to repair it that would not have worked. So I gave up. Just this week I discovered the mismatched bolt holes, which are more of a mystery. Perhaps there are different bonnet hinges in BE's or the captured nuts are meant to move a lot more than I think. It doesn't really matter, as I will use a front hinge. But I was planning to bolt the bonnet to the firewall to get the proper fit. I assume that two bolts per side will suffice. Michael Rowe From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Apr 6 17:14:43 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 18:14:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Stuff Listed In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <63845B8CA6344EE1B55E062D85E16BCF@HomePC> I just bought the gas tank hose etc. Just a suggestion here, but you can avoid ebay fees by posting to the list first and going to ebay if there are no takers. Thanks, Kirk. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Kirk Hargreaves" Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 4:17 PM To: Subject: [Spridgets] eBay Stuff Listed I have a couple items on eBay real cheapo priced for a quick 3 day sale. Keep them in case needed down the road or pop them on eBay with a 7 or 10 day auction and make a little money. . whatever! I am pricing way low to clean out my space. Inner hose assembly for the gas tank and the cap and grommet in good condition. . still supple. *Item # 200458669654 * 12 bucks plus 3 for shipping. . I also have a odd red shift knob that is in new condition and fits my 59 shifter stick. . not sure of fitment for latter years (have a return on the auction just in case). . Would look pretty cool with a red interior car. . $6.50 includes shifting. *Item # 200458677616* Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From nases at verizon.net Tue Apr 6 17:25:02 2010 From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:25:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed References: <7B2F1F67-6724-44D6-AB42-AE8795F56C12@verizon.net> Message-ID: > Alright who got the red shifter knob? > > Phil Nase > Quakertown, PA > http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ > > > > On Apr 6, 2010, at 5:17 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > >> I have a couple items on eBay real cheapo priced for a quick 3 day sale. >> Keep them in case needed down the road or pop them on eBay with a 7 or 10 >> day auction and make a little money. . whatever! I am pricing way low to >> clean out my space. >> >> Inner hose assembly for the gas tank and the cap and grommet in good >> condition. . still supple. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458669654 >> * >> 12 bucks plus 3 for shipping. . >> >> I also have a odd red shift knob that is in new condition and fits my 59 >> shifter stick. . not sure of fitment for latter years (have a return on the >> auction just in case). . >> >> Would look pretty cool with a red interior car. . $6.50 includes shifting. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458677616* From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 17:24:44 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:24:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] AA Batteries Message-ID: Save a buck.... -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type video/x-ms-wmv which had a name of Batteries.wmv] From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Tue Apr 6 17:32:44 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:32:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> What color were the clips originally? I bead blasted and painted the box. Short story long! I bot a heater unit on E-Bay for $55 including shipping (luck or clean living). The heat core holds pressure and the fan runs great. But I'm not going to need heat as much as freah air. So I'm mounting the heatbox w/o the core, extending some 3" alum. tubing w/ a right angle to replace the motor. To that I contect a 3" to 4" adapter to attach to the 4" hose inlet. If I'm lucky I hope to get some fresh air that is 10 or so drgrees less the the air under the bonnet. Skip J. From mark at nashvilletn.org Tue Apr 6 17:47:54 2010 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 18:47:54 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed References: <7B2F1F67-6724-44D6-AB42-AE8795F56C12@verizon.net> Message-ID: <9A45671AE3534B2080D8C66C338B1740@Dell9200> Hey folks, I have a great RED shift ball for sale only 99.95 !! Mark Nashville ----- Original Message ----- From: "Phil Nase" To: "net Spridgets at autox." Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 6:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed > Alright who got the red shifter knob? > > Phil Nase > Quakertown, PA > http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ > > > > On Apr 6, 2010, at 5:17 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > >> I have a couple items on eBay real cheapo priced for a quick 3 day sale. >> Keep them in case needed down the road or pop them on eBay with a 7 or 10 >> day auction and make a little money. . whatever! I am pricing way low to >> clean out my space. >> >> Inner hose assembly for the gas tank and the cap and grommet in good >> condition. . still supple. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458669654 >> * >> 12 bucks plus 3 for shipping. . >> >> I also have a odd red shift knob that is in new condition and fits my 59 >> shifter stick. . not sure of fitment for latter years (have a return on the >> auction just in case). . >> >> Would look pretty cool with a red interior car. . $6.50 includes shifting. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458677616* _______________________________________________ From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 6 18:33:37 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:33:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: ___ugeye/___rogeye Club..... help! Not LBC.] Message-ID: <4BBBD2E1.607@justbrits.com> Folks, below is a request from a pal of mine "Down Under" that is only on [poor chap -:) ] yahoogroups Lists. I AM totally jealous of the bike he is considering however he needs a "LBC Hand". Location is very close to Stockton, CA. Please write Colin direct but be so kind as to CC me. TIA !! Ed ************************************************************ -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... help! Not LBC............................. Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 08:32:31 +1000 From: Colin Dodds Reply-To: bugeye at yahoogroups.___ To: G'day guys I'm thinking of buying a bike and shipping it Down Under. A 1947 Indian Chief, since you asked. I need someone to look at the bike on my behalf, and tell me: a) it exists; b) it runs; and c) it is as described. The bike I'm currently looking at is in Manteca CA, and if I buy it I need to get it to Wilmington CA. Is there anyone near Manteca and willing to help? If so, I would really appreciate it. Please contact me Colin at SpriteParts.com.au . thanks, and avagoodday www.SpriteParts.com.au __,_._,___ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Apr 6 18:42:38 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 19:42:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed In-Reply-To: <9A45671AE3534B2080D8C66C338B1740@Dell9200> References: <7B2F1F67-6724-44D6-AB42-AE8795F56C12@verizon.net> <9A45671AE3534B2080D8C66C338B1740@Dell9200> Message-ID: <66F0C88BB2374AD0BCFE5E8D6CCE7260@HomePC> Oh, yeah? I'll trade you a filler hose plus cap and grommet for your lousy shift knob and 50 bucks. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Mark" Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 6:47 PM To: "Phil Nase" ; "net Spridgets at autox." Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed Hey folks, I have a great RED shift ball for sale only 99.95 !! Mark Nashville ----- Original Message ----- From: "Phil Nase" To: "net Spridgets at autox." Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 6:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: eBay Stuff Listed > Alright who got the red shifter knob? > > Phil Nase > Quakertown, PA > http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ > > > > On Apr 6, 2010, at 5:17 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > >> I have a couple items on eBay real cheapo priced for a quick 3 day sale. >> Keep them in case needed down the road or pop them on eBay with a 7 or 10 >> day auction and make a little money. . whatever! I am pricing way low to >> clean out my space. >> >> Inner hose assembly for the gas tank and the cap and grommet in good >> condition. . still supple. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458669654 >> * >> 12 bucks plus 3 for shipping. . >> >> I also have a odd red shift knob that is in new condition and fits my 59 >> shifter stick. . not sure of fitment for latter years (have a return on the >> auction just in case). . >> >> Would look pretty cool with a red interior car. . $6.50 includes shifting. >> >> *Item # >> >> 200458677616* _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 19:44:21 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 21:44:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <3D92E24914BD44A1BB83B71F366ADE5C@blackbox2> I believe the clips were zinc plated. But many just paint them silver. If your fan motor and core are good then you should consider hooking them up. Demisting the windscreen is a use you might encounter on a rainy day. But the real value is in demonstrating to others what the original heater was like. It is suprizingly effective. Some have said that the heater can help with engine cooling a little. Not so sure about that. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Skip Jackson" > What color were the clips originally? I bead blasted and painted the box. > Short story long! I bot a heater unit on E-Bay for $55 including shipping > (luck or clean living). The heat core holds pressure and the fan runs great. > But I'm not going to need heat as much as freah air. So I'm mounting the > heatbox w/o the core, extending some 3" alum. tubing w/ a right angle to > replace the motor. To that I contect a 3" to 4" adapter to attach to the 4" > hose inlet. If I'm lucky I hope to get some fresh air that is 10 or so drgrees > less the the air under the bonnet. Skip J. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Apr 6 20:24:23 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:24:23 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 5:32 PM, Skip Jackson wrote: What color were the clips originally? Every one I have ever seen was painted black. Most of them have some rust orange color too! I have never seen one that was zinc plated... I have owned over 70 spridgets over the last 40 years so I am not making this up. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 21:36:25 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 23:36:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <78332071591D42B88E3E956F29731A13@blackbox2> ----- Original Message ----- From: "CosmicMag1380" > On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 5:32 PM, Skip Jackson wrote: > What color were the clips originally? > > Every one I have ever seen was painted black. Maybe for later cars But I know that in the original Bugeye brochure, where there is a pictue of the bonnet open you can clearly see that the clips are bright in color and are not black (bw photo) I can email the image to you if you want. Every good concours Bugeye I have seen has them silver. From biffjones at verizon.net Tue Apr 6 21:42:27 2010 From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones) Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 23:42:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1EE1A50BD04C451C96D7214F17BF5005@dell1> Kent, (Skip) I have a low mileage (1744) '62 Sprite which is basically unrestored and the heater clips are cadmium plated. Look in Holer's OS&M and the engine compartment shots also show 'shinny finish' on the heater clips. The heater boxes were painted as separate pieces, then assembled and then the unpainted clips installed. Black clips are the product of DPO's. Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 5:32 PM, Skip Jackson > wrote: > What color were the clips originally? > On Tue, Apr 6, at 10:24 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > Every one I have ever seen was painted black. Most of them have some > rust orange color too! I have never seen one that was zinc plated... From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Apr 6 22:34:18 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 00:34:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1EE1A50BD04C451C96D7214F17BF5005@dell1> Message-ID: Maybe it was cadmium, maybe it was zinc, but because they are in the same column of the periodic table you can't tell them apart visually. It is not wise to plate in cadmium today because it is very toxic. Ditto for the bonnet struts which Horler book incorrectly states as "Nickle Plated" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Biff Jones" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:42 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > Kent, (Skip) > > I have a low mileage (1744) '62 Sprite which is basically unrestored and the > heater clips are cadmium plated. Look in Holer's OS&M and the engine > compartment shots also show 'shinny finish' on the heater clips. The heater > boxes were painted as separate pieces, then assembled and then the unpainted > clips installed. Black clips are the product of DPO's. > > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > > >> On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 5:32 PM, Skip Jackson >> wrote: >> What color were the clips originally? > >> On Tue, Apr 6, at 10:24 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > >> Every one I have ever seen was painted black. Most of them have some >> rust orange color too! I have never seen one that was zinc plated... > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Apr 6 22:44:21 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 21:44:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Gold, or chrome?? From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 06:15:54 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 12:15:54 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? Message-ID: http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-trade-W0QQAdIdZ196704587 Just curious. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Wed Apr 7 06:54:22 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 07:54:22 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: A chrome bumper RWA '75? -------------------------------------------------- From: Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 7:15 AM To: "Spridgets" Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-trade-W0QQAdIdZ196704587 Just curious. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From derf247 at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 06:55:13 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 06:55:13 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Probably 4X100s. The PCD difference is only 1.6mm. It is possible to bolt them on. From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 06:57:54 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 12:57:54 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Hey now! :) That wasn't the question!! I know that "wheels" is used as a term for vehicle, but I was asking specifically about the 'wheels'!! :) Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) > From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > > A chrome bumper RWA '75? > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: > > http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-trade-W0QQAdIdZ196704587 > > Just curious. > > Robert Duquette > Ottawa ON Canada > 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) > 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) > 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Apr 7 07:08:38 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 09:08:38 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <39E970F6-4E92-4916-AA28-ED487A4F1A33@snet.net> This may be a crazy idea, but have you asked the seller? Jay On Apr 7, 2010, at 8:15 AM, wrote: > http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-trade-W0QQAdIdZ196704587 From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 07:10:12 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:10:12 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: <4626389218690669907@unknownmsgid> References: <489771.15837.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>, <4626389218690669907@unknownmsgid> Message-ID: I would be willing to bet that somewhere out there, there is one ... :) Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada > From: 72spridget at gmail.com > > And I would want rollup windows, stowable top, quarter elliptics, and > RWA; these do NOT exist ;-) > David L From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 07:18:12 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:18:12 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> References: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> Message-ID: I found myself explaining the basics of how an LP plays, when I started describing to my kids how I got taken in by a Monty Python LP with 3 sides. I had bought the LP played each of the 2 sides and then went to play one side over again for a friend to hear and heard 'something completely different'. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada > From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > > I showed my kids an LP the other day (on it's way to the charity shop_. > They thought it was very interesting. Then the 13yr old told the 7yr old I > was a 100yr old and the 7yr old came to tell me this. I'm only 46. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 06/04/2010 07:23:41 GMT Daylight Time, dwoerpel at wi.net > writes: > > Ron, > > The same way my daughter is now 23 and my son is 32!! Time flies when > you're having a good time. > > Don't blink! > > Hey, does your DVD player play HQ recorded DVD's? > > Dave W. From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 07:33:00 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:33:00 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: References: <968613.32512.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>, <4BBB202B.9030108@comcast.net>, Message-ID: She couldn't have been that young. Apparently the new term is COD. ( Creepy Old Dude ) Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana. I used to like that play on words, but now it makes me think of the relatively short flight path of an arrow. > Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 10:41:32 -0500 > > A young woman in a bar told me the other day that I was a dirty old man. I > said, yes, and I'm going to be a dirty old man until I am a dead old man. > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 6:51 AM, Frank wrote: > > > Ron Soave wrote: > > > >> ...did 1990 get to be 20 years ago? I was reminiscing about a car I used > >> to have and said, "yeah, it doesn't seem 10 years since I had that thing." > >> My math was quickly corrected. > >> > >> In a massive "life's a blur" freakout, > >> > >> > >> > > Ron > > > > Time flies when you are getting old. > > My son is as old as you were when I met you. > > A couple weeks ago at a car club dinner with old friends, one guy asked if > > my daughter was driving yet? > > I told him she has been driving for 10 years, I drove HER bugeye to this > > dinner. And when he told the waiter that we would like to order dinner now, > > the waiter looked a little cross and said "Sir, you already ordered, you are > > getting the fish" > > We all looked a Gerry and thought he was joking, he wasn't he really forgot > > that he ordered dinner 5 minutes prior. > > That scared all of us. > > We are OLD. I am a grandfather! > > Tomorrow we will be in our 90s. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/robertduquette at sympatico.ca From bmwwxman at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 08:24:55 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 09:24:55 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] pawn stars with 64 austin healey on at 10 tonight! In-Reply-To: References: <489771.15837.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> <4626389218690669907@unknownmsgid> Message-ID: David... Pick up one with stowable top, quarter elliptics and RWA. I've got a set of doors with roll ups that would fit it. Cheers!! Jim On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 8:10 AM, wrote: > I would be willing to bet that somewhere out there, there is one ... :) > > Robert Duquette > Ottawa ON Canada > > > > From: 72spridget at gmail.com > > > > And I would want rollup windows, stowable top, quarter elliptics, and > > RWA; these do NOT exist ;-) > > David L > -- Cheers!! Jim In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm, and three or more is a congress." John Adams US diplomat & politician (1735 - 1826) From bmwwxman at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 08:27:27 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 09:27:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: References: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> Message-ID: Groan. On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 8:18 AM, wrote: > 'something completely different'. From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 08:56:34 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 07:56:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 5:54 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: > A chrome bumper RWA '75? > C'mon now, Larry, we've been through this model year thing several times. Those who don't remember the past..... Hal From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Wed Apr 7 09:01:56 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 10:01:56 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <6AC1395DEBDA4C8BA3D1F3ECA16829A0@HomePC> I know, Hal. That was for RD's benefit. ;-) From: Hal Faulkner Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 9:56 AM To: Larry Daniels Cc: robertduquette at sympatico.ca ; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 5:54 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: A chrome bumper RWA '75? C'mon now, Larry, we've been through this model year thing several times. Those who don't remember the past..... Hal From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Apr 7 09:25:13 2010 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:25:13 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] PowerMax Oil rings Message-ID: <20100407.092513.10839.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> I'm about to start assembling my +.020 948 with Powermax pistons. The pistons are original, never run with original rings. The oil rings are like nothing I've ever seen, there are two hard (cast) rings which seem to interleave if in the wrong orientation, and only fit well in the groove in the other orientation. No scrapers and springs as per the usual. Does anyone have a trick to keeping the orientations right as you get the ring compressor down and around the rings? It looks like quite a challenge- maybe hold the rod in a vise while setting up and clamping? Mark Haynes HAN6L12779 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Free Penny Stock Alerts 100% - 2,500% Big Time Movers. Make Money Now. Join for Free! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4bbca429d54e8142f0est06duc From 72spridget at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 09:29:52 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 10:29:52 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: References: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com> Message-ID: >> 'something completely different'. ISTR that it was the "Matching Tie and Handkerchief" album, right? I never could find that third side... David L From fastvee at yahoo.com Wed Apr 7 09:37:48 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 08:37:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <928210.90752.qm@web34407.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Hi Robert, They are one style of Compomotive wheel. Check them out here; http://www.usacomp.com/cxr.htm John Fogelsville, PA --- On Wed, 4/7/10, robertduquette at sympatico.ca wrote: From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? To: "Spridgets" Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 8:15 AM http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-trade-W0QQAdIdZ196704587 Just curious. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/fastvee at yahoo.com From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 7 12:38:23 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 18:38:23 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] How the f... In-Reply-To: References: <22c23.6581f860.38ecc613@aol.com>, , , Message-ID: Well ... I had to check ..., but yes, that would be the one. Sounds like it was only certain pressings that had 3 sides. from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Monty_Python_Matching_Tie_and_Handkerchief Double Grooves The album's original LP edition (on Charisma Records in the U.K., catalog no. CAS 1080, released 1973, and on Arista Records in the U.S., catalog no. AL 4039, released 1975) is particularly notable in that it was mastered with two concentric grooves on side two, so that different material would be played depending on where the stylus was put down on the record's surface. For this reason it is sometimes referred to as a "three-sided" record. The cutting was carried out by George "Porky" Peckham. To further confuse the listener, both sides of the LP are labelled "FREE RECORD Given away with the Monty Python Matching Tie and Handkerchief - Side 2" - only the matrix numbers identify which are the first and second sides. The album did not have a track listing, so that this feature would come as a complete surprise to the listener, who might on a second listening hear material he had never heard before, creating genuine confusion. > Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 10:29:52 -0500 > From: 72spridget at gmail.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] How the f... > > >> 'something completely different'. > > ISTR that it was the "Matching Tie and Handkerchief" album, right? I > never could find that third side... > David L > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/robertduquette at sympatico.ca From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Apr 7 13:15:21 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:15:21 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com> It has to because it is drawing heat from the engine and that heat is being removed from the engine bay and being pushed into the driver/passenger compartment. In a message dated 07/04/2010 03:16:54 GMT Daylight Time, dlh2001 at comcast.net writes: Some have said that the heater can help with engine cooling a little. Not so sure about that. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Apr 7 13:18:46 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:18:46 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] What are these wheels? Message-ID: <22200.2e1136e8.38ee3496@aol.com> I have a round arch 69 with the Chrome bumpers removed. In a message dated 07/04/2010 16:25:20 GMT Daylight Time, frog.aye at gmail.com writes: A chrome bumper RWA '75? From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Apr 7 13:20:24 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 12:20:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... Message-ID: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Anyone have a good used/new choke cable for a 70-74 Midget (I have a 78 with a 1275)? I bought an aftermarket one and the freakin' handle broke off, forcing me to use pliers. Also, the stranded cable does not seem to work real well when pushing it in. I would like the original solid choke "cable" if anyone knows where I can find one. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 7 14:03:11 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:03:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... In-Reply-To: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8F842738427649FB9A524D5E28778B87@spider> I have bought solid 'choke-type' cables at NAPA. ...bill in oregon ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Edward Perez Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 12:20 PM To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... Anyone have a good used/new choke cable for a 70-74 Midget (I have a 78 with a 1275)? I bought an aftermarket one and the freakin' handle broke off, forcing me to use pliers. Also, the stranded cable does not seem to work real well when pushing it in. I would like the original solid choke "cable" if anyone knows where I can find one. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ _______________________________________________ From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Apr 7 15:02:03 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:02:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... In-Reply-To: <8F842738427649FB9A524D5E28778B87@spider> References: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8F842738427649FB9A524D5E28778B87@spider> Message-ID: <455868.51455.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Was it complete with the T handle and twist-lock? Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wed, April 7, 2010 1:03:11 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... I have bought solid 'choke-type' cables at NAPA. ...bill in oregon ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Edward Perez Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 12:20 PM To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... Anyone have a good used/new choke cable for a 70-74 Midget (I have a 78 with a 1275)? I bought an aftermarket one and the freakin' handle broke off, forcing me to use pliers. Also, the stranded cable does not seem to work real well when pushing it in. I would like the original solid choke "cable" if anyone knows where I can find one. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From domanicoj at comcast.net Wed Apr 7 15:44:59 2010 From: domanicoj at comcast.net (domanicoj at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 21:44:59 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] phosphated bolt? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1249320460.6623041270676699360.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Can anyone help me with identifying phosphated or colour dyed bolts on the connecting rod bearing cap? The difference between the two torque settings is 4 ftlbs.B But, I don't want to break a bolt. 1975 1500 Jim Domanico Chalfont, PA From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 7 15:49:08 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:49:08 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... In-Reply-To: <455868.51455.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8F842738427649FB9A524D5E28778B87@spider> <455868.51455.qm@web33702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <836A993D8D454CCFACAC3AB7BDC6F709@spider> I don't think so, but you could call them and ask. .bill _____ From: Edward Perez [mailto:eap2140 at yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 2:02 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... Was it complete with the T handle and twist-lock? Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ _____ From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wed, April 7, 2010 1:03:11 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... I have bought solid 'choke-type' cables at NAPA. ...bill in oregon ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Edward Perez Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 12:20 PM To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... Anyone have a good used/new choke cable for a 70-74 Midget (I have a 78 with a 1275)? I bought an aftermarket one and the freakin' handle broke off, forcing me to use pliers. Also, the stranded cable does not seem to work real well when pushing it in. I would like the original solid choke "cable" if anyone knows where I can find one. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From shop at justbrits.com Wed Apr 7 15:50:50 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:50:50 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com> References: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com> Message-ID: <4BBCFE3A.5020207@justbrits.com> << It has to because it is drawing heat from the engine and that heat is being removed from the engine bay and being pushed into the driver/passenger compartment. >> Isn't that covered in one of those Spridget "go-fast" books authored by some chap in the UK, 1330 ??? Ed PS: The clips are neither painted not chromed. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 17:16:28 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 18:16:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Choke cable needed.... In-Reply-To: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <2090.13539.qm@web33701.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I would also like to know if anyone has a factory choke cable for a 65 Spridget, that they would be willing to sell. Thank you, Brad On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 2:20 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > Anyone have a good used/new choke cable for a 70-74 Midget (I have a 78 > with a 1275)? I bought an aftermarket one and the freakin' handle broke > off, forcing me to use pliers. Also, the stranded cable does not seem to > work real well when pushing it in. I would like the original solid choke > "cable" if anyone knows where I can find one. > > Edward Perez > Snohomish, WA > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Apr 7 17:47:32 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 16:47:32 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <4BBCFE3A.5020207@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <784784.4526.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Heat transfer predates that book, actually. --- On Wed, 4/7/10, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > From: Shop at " Just Brits " > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > To: "4 - Spridgets" > Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 4:50 PM > << It has to because it is > drawing heat from the engine and that > heat is being removed from the engine bay and being pushed > into > the driver/passenger compartment. >> > > Isn't that covered in one of those Spridget "go-fast" > books authored by some chap in the UK, 1330 ??? > > Ed > > PS: The clips are neither painted not chromed. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 7 20:10:49 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 22:10:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com> Message-ID: <395EC8C628E24BA380EAE7CB72CAE098@blackbox2> ----- Original Message ----- >From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips >It has to because it is drawing heat from the engine and that heat is being removed from the engine bay >and being pushed into the driver/passenger compartment. Yea, Yea.. If your overheating in a Spridget and you think by turning on the heater your going to "save the day" then all I can say is "Good luck with that." I guess my point is that I think Skip should put his heater back in and not bypass it, for a lot of other reasons but not for "extra engine cooling capacity". To put it another way...it would be a real tradgedy if Skip goes to the trouble to put his heater back in and then (god forbid) one day this summer has an unrelated overheating problem and (as a result of our discussion) incorrectly relies on the heater to "save the day". But even I must admit that I leave the water valve open to the heater all the time. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 7 20:28:20 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 22:28:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - A real game changer Message-ID: <27F903D935114BB2BB05B26368BCC30B@blackbox2> http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/low/uk_news/8604625.stm Proof that the world really is going to hell in a handbasket... From 72spridget at gmail.com Wed Apr 7 21:05:32 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 22:05:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <395EC8C628E24BA380EAE7CB72CAE098@blackbox2> References: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com> <395EC8C628E24BA380EAE7CB72CAE098@blackbox2> Message-ID: > Yea, Yea.. > If your overheating in a Spridget and you think by turning on the heater > your going to "save the day" then > all I can say is "Good luck with that." OTOH, if your Spridget is running hot and you do NOT crank up the heater, you deserve all the bad juju that will be coming your way. It can make a significant difference. Not just in Spridgets, either. David L From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Wed Apr 7 21:22:31 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:22:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <3D92E24914BD44A1BB83B71F366ADE5C@blackbox2> References: <617653.19761.qm@web46410.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <3D92E24914BD44A1BB83B71F366ADE5C@blackbox2> Message-ID: <657690.13232.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com> "Some have said that the heater can help with engine cooling a little. Not so sure about that." The heater core is basically a small radiator or intercooler. The effect is probably slight, (especially if the fan is off and not pulling air thru it, but it has to help cool to some degree even if only slightly. If you have your intake hose running to the grill as originally fitted, the effect is of course greater due to the fact that ambient air from the front of the car is cooler than that of the engine compartment. I guess if your cooling system is marginal, it can't hurt (except for your right foot if you're wearing sandals) to turn on the heat and fan in an efort to get it home so you can fix the problem. Just watch your gauges. I once had the heater core die in my '67 Mustang while away at college. It dumped a bunch of coolant in the passenger floor just before I was headed home at the end of the school term. I "borrowed" a foot of garden hose from outside the dorm I lived in (it was already missing the end, so nobody noticed and I didn't ruin it any more than it already was ruined) Used it to bypass the heater core by running a loop from where the heater hoses went into and out of the engine/waterpump. Made it the 90-something miles back to my parent's house. When I arrived, I opened the hood and squeezed the hose which promptly fell in half and would have scalded me if I was not using a rag to test it. This really doesn't do anything to illustrate my point about the heater core helping cool, but I was rather proud of myself for getting it home to where my tools were located. That and I tend to ramble a bit in my writings... David Booker Long Island From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 7 22:59:12 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 00:59:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <21e24.4ab6812.38ee33c9@aol.com><395EC8C628E24BA380EAE7CB72CAE098@blackbox2> Message-ID: OK, For God sakes Skip, put your dang heater core back in before your engine overheats! Alright? The general consensus seems to indicate that a cornucopia of coolant can get through that restrictive valve and tiny 1/2" pipe. I stand corrected...It is vital, and it just might save your butt some hot summer day. Forget the welcome warmth on an unseasonable cool morning that a heater could provide or the pleasant convenience of a windshield clearing on a misty, rainy day. These are all but insignificant side effects of a auxiliary heat exchanger that has been desperately grafted onto a cooling system that was marginally deficient from the outset. Your playing with fire Skip, and you have been warned... ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips >> Yea, Yea.. >> If your overheating in a Spridget and you think by turning on the heater >> your going to "save the day" then >> all I can say is "Good luck with that." > > OTOH, if your Spridget is running hot and you do NOT crank up the > heater, you deserve all the bad juju that will be coming your way. It > can make a significant difference. Not just in Spridgets, either. > David L From dwoerpel at wi.net Wed Apr 7 23:28:40 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:28:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Indian...wish I could help Message-ID: <4BBD6988.4080101@wi.net> G'Day Colin! Wish I could find a '47 Indian for myself! Going for a bit of the old Burt Munro are we?? ;-) I wish you luck and hope the one in California works out! Regards, Dave Woerpel 59 :{) From fastvee at yahoo.com Thu Apr 8 08:34:18 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 07:34:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] phosphated bolt? In-Reply-To: <1249320460.6623041270676699360.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <68645.10943.qm@web34403.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Hi Jim, I don't know if you received any replies to your question. I think many are scratching their head over this question because normally alloy rod bolts aren't color dyed or phosphate coated. However coatings or different thread lubes would change the torque required to get the same bolt stretch. I haven't worked on a 1500, but my opinion is to use the higher torque. An additional 4 ft lbs. is not much and will not break a rod bolt. I hope this helps. John Fogelsville, PA --- On Wed, 4/7/10, domanicoj at comcast.net wrote: From: domanicoj at comcast.net Subject: [Spridgets] phosphated bolt? To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 5:44 PM Can anyone help me with identifying phosphated or colour dyed bolts on the connecting rod bearing cap? The difference between the two torque settings is 4 ftlbs.B But, I don't want to break a bolt. 1975 1500 Jim Domanico Chalfont, PA Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/fastvee at yahoo.com From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Thu Apr 8 08:38:05 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 07:38:05 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Thanks for all the advise!!! I ran it hard for an hour in 85 drgree weather and the temp stayed at 185 with a anit-freeze in. I'm going to drain and flush the rad. How about running pure water w/ Water Wetter in the summer? Would a better fan help? Skip J. From conen at bellsouth.net Thu Apr 8 10:12:34 2010 From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 09:12:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <349770.74498.qm@web180201.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> per David Booker... >>I once had the heater core die in my '67 Mustang while away at college. It dumped a bunch of coolant in the passenger floor just before I was headed home at the end of the school term. Boy, does that sound familiar! My '67 Mustang blew a heater hose in the middle of an autocross run. Instantly covered the windshield with steam! Had to stick my head out the window to see enough to drive off the course. Then had to keep the excited course workers from using their fire extinguishers inside the car to put out the "fire". :-) :-) :-) Plenty of tools around an autocross and I was able to reroute the good heater hose to bypass the heater core until I could buy more. Ed in NC From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 10:53:29 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 11:53:29 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Indian...wish I could help In-Reply-To: <4BBD6988.4080101@wi.net> References: <4BBD6988.4080101@wi.net> Message-ID: There's a lot of 47 year old Indians in New Mexico and Arizona. Have you looked on all the reservations? ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Thu, Apr 8, 2010 at 12:28 AM, Woerpel wrote: > G'Day Colin! > > > Wish I could find a '47 Indian for myself! Going for a bit of the old Burt > Munro are we?? ;-) I wish you luck and hope the one in California works > out! > > Regards, > > Dave Woerpel > 59 :{) From tequila.brad at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 11:17:10 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 12:17:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Skip, the Sultan of Spridgets (aka Frank Clarici) NEVER uses Water Wetter. He says 3 drops of dishwashing liquid will achieve the same result, for a significantly reduced cost. Brad On Thu, Apr 8, 2010 at 9:38 AM, Skip Jackson wrote: > Thanks for all the advise!!! I ran it hard for an hour in 85 drgree > weather > and the temp stayed at 185 with a anit-freeze in. I'm going to drain and > flush the rad. How about running pure water w/ Water Wetter in the summer? > Would a better fan help? Skip J. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 11:18:45 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 12:18:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: Midget for sale in Minneapolis Message-ID: http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/1682003993.html -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Thu Apr 8 11:46:25 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 17:46:25 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] OT - NO LBC - amusing article Message-ID: Amusing to me, anyway ... Profiling cars http://www.openmindinstitute.com/article.php?Noarticle=36 From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Apr 8 11:51:28 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:51:28 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <735c.4775831f.38ef71a0@aol.com> Well it might be, I'll need to check. In a message dated 07/04/2010 23:18:52 GMT Daylight Time, shop at justbrits.com writes: Isn't that covered in one of those Spridget "go-fast" books authored by some chap in the UK, 1330 ??? From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Apr 8 11:58:13 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:58:13 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <7b1b.55997fa1.38ef7335@aol.com> If your overheating in a Spridget turning on the heater will make you hotter. But if your Spridget's engine is overheating then turning the heater on may not save the day but then again it might. In my Ford Mk3 Cortina ownership I could see 5 degrees difference in whatever the temp gauge was calibrated in (C or F) sitting in traffic on a hot day and putting the heater on max. Of course the Ford heater blower motor was more powerful than that of a Spridget. No-one is saying a heater is a solution to an engine overheating problem. Rather that you seemed uncertain whether or not it would make a difference. I'm pretty clear that it must make a difference. Whether or not that difference is big enough to prevent engine overheating (boiling over, loss of coolant, vicious cycle etc) depends on how much of difference is required. My own Sprite has other modifications to ensure it doesn't overheat and doesn't have a heater at all. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 08/04/2010 03:10:56 GMT Daylight Time, dlh2001 at comcast.net writes: Yea, Yea.. If your overheating in a Spridget and you think by turning on the heater your going to "save the day" then all I can say is "Good luck with that." I guess my point is that I think Skip should put his heater back in and not bypass it, for a lot of other reasons but not for "extra engine cooling capacity". To put it another way...it would be a real tradgedy if Skip goes to the trouble to put his heater back in and then (god forbid) one day this summer has an unrelated overheating problem and (as a result of our discussion) incorrectly relies on the heater to "save the day". But even I must admit that I leave the water valve open to the heater all the time. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Apr 8 12:01:22 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:01:22 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Indian...wish I could help Message-ID: <7e76.713a7f7.38ef73f2@aol.com> Burt Munro was of course from New Zealand which is long way from Australia but a very long way from everywhere else. In a message dated 08/04/2010 07:16:27 GMT Daylight Time, dwoerpel at wi.net writes: G'Day Colin! Wish I could find a '47 Indian for myself! Going for a bit of the old Burt Munro are we?? ;-) I wish you luck and hope the one in California works out! Regards, Dave Woerpel From dwoerpel at wi.net Thu Apr 8 12:34:33 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:34:33 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Indian...wish I could help In-Reply-To: <7e76.713a7f7.38ef73f2@aol.com> References: <7e76.713a7f7.38ef73f2@aol.com> Message-ID: <4BBE21B9.5000805@wi.net> I knew that, but Colin's a lot closer than you or I are. I expect he'll let us know when he's coming to Bonneville. ;-) Now that would be worth a plane ticket from Olde Blighty, eh? As for Arizona and New Mexico, Jim is correct, I did see a lot of Native Americans my age (vintage 1947) a couple of weeks ago. Good people. WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > Burt Munro was of course from New Zealand which is long way from > Australia but a very long way from everywhere else. > > In a message dated 08/04/2010 07:16:27 GMT Daylight Time, > dwoerpel at wi.net writes: > > G'Day Colin! > > > Wish I could find a '47 Indian for myself! Going for a bit of the > old > Burt Munro are we?? ;-) I wish you luck and hope the one in > California works out! > > Regards, > > Dave Woerpel From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 8 12:52:09 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:52:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: References: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <911BF73349684E6D96DB2DA506D58440@HomePC> Agreed that dish liquid would supply the surfactant, but no corrosion protection. Doesn't the new (the liquid as opposed to the old crystals that you had to dissolve) Water Wetter have corrosion protection in it? Maybe add just a little anti-freeze to the water/dish liquid mixture to take care of that? LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Brad Fornal" Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 12:17 PM To: "Skip Jackson" Cc: "spridget" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Skip, the Sultan of Spridgets (aka Frank Clarici) NEVER uses Water Wetter. He says 3 drops of dishwashing liquid will achieve the same result, for a significantly reduced cost. Brad On Thu, Apr 8, 2010 at 9:38 AM, Skip Jackson wrote: > Thanks for all the advise!!! I ran it hard for an hour in 85 drgree > weather > and the temp stayed at 185 with a anit-freeze in. I'm going to drain and > flush the rad. How about running pure water w/ Water Wetter in the > summer? > Would a better fan help? Skip J. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Apr 8 13:13:03 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 15:13:03 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <89b4.7a39b18e.38ef84bf@aol.com> Yep, water wetter isn't much more than soap. Soap is an old timer trick used before water wetter was invented. In a message dated 08/04/2010 18:56:25 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: Skip, the Sultan of Spridgets (aka Frank Clarici) NEVER uses Water Wetter. He says 3 drops of dishwashing liquid will achieve the same result, for a significantly reduced cost. Brad From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Thu Apr 8 13:29:42 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:29:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: Midget for sale in Minneapolis In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5A6E4057-77FD-46CE-A04A-17CFA961FD93@comcast.net> Whew! When you said NO LBC CONTENT I thought that I would find a vertically challenged person fro sale... ;-) Lester On Apr 8, 2010, at 12:18 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/1682003993.html > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From davriker at nwi.net Thu Apr 8 13:50:06 2010 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 12:50:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <7b1b.55997fa1.38ef7335@aol.com> Message-ID: <17053375393A4E3BA4BEE7011B1B3E33@MAIN> It should be noted the factory didn't seem to think it was that big a deal to have a heater, since it was an OPTION the first few years.... People tend to freak out about the temperature they run their spridget at, and every so often this comes up. Keep in mind that the optimum temperature is actually somewhere above 212 degrees, or 100 c. The cooling system is pressurized, and anti-freeze/coolant is added to raise the boiling point sufficiently to make opperation at temperatures between 200 and 220 possible. What you need to avoid is temperatures above about 230 degrees, as this will prompt the radiator cap to release pressure. Loss of coolant is a much bigger concern than the slightly elevated opperating temperatures. David R. ----- Original Message ----- From: To: ; ; Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 10:58 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Thu Apr 8 14:03:17 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:03:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 Message-ID: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> "Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing." Who assumes responsibility for his education?? Skip J. From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 8 14:26:13 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:26:13 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. Message-ID: Whoa, whoa.....it's got the very rare and desireable optional golf course package! :) CB From shop at justbrits.com Thu Apr 8 15:01:34 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:01:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BBE442E.6000209@justbrits.com> << Who assumes responsibility for his education?? >> Give him/her a break Skip, he/she IS from West By-God !! -:) Ed From eap2140 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 8 15:27:37 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:27:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <621860.29747.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> He was dumb enuf to put his fone numbor out on ebay.... good greef! Not a good spellar ether. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Skip Jackson To: spridget Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 1:03:17 PM Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 "Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing." Who assumes responsibility for his education?? Skip J. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From eap2140 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 8 15:29:43 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:29:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <904575.19350.qm@web33706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I think the same guy is selling this one too.... http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/1678760766.html I do like the way it looks... nice RWA. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Skip Jackson To: spridget Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 1:03:17 PM Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 "Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing." Who assumes responsibility for his education?? Skip J. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 8 15:41:15 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:41:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <17053375393A4E3BA4BEE7011B1B3E33@MAIN> Message-ID: Thank you. You'll probably get flamed for saying that, but it needs to be said. I have a friend who brags that with his custom radiator, his engine never runs over 140 degrees. Of course he blames poor parts quality when his engines keep wearing out after 25K miles. BZ > People tend to freak out about the temperature they run their spridget at, > and every so often this comes up. Keep in mind that the optimum temperature > is actually somewhere above 212 degrees, or 100 c. The cooling system is > pressurized, and anti-freeze/coolant is added to raise the boiling point > sufficiently to make opperation at temperatures between 200 and 220 > possible. What you need to avoid is temperatures above about 230 degrees, > as this will prompt the radiator cap to release pressure. Loss of coolant > is a much bigger concern than the slightly elevated opperating temperatures. > > David R. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 16:45:42 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 16:45:42 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <911BF73349684E6D96DB2DA506D58440@HomePC> References: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <911BF73349684E6D96DB2DA506D58440@HomePC> Message-ID: but no corrosion protection. Maybe add just a little anti-freeze to the water/dish liquid mixture to take care of that? You can actually buy a corrosion protectorant and lubrication additive (only) at the big box stores to replenish them in the long life antifeezes... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... From lotuspilot at verizon.net Thu Apr 8 17:34:26 2010 From: lotuspilot at verizon.net (Michael Carpenter) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:34:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4BBE442E.6000209@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <001701cad774$076a36e0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> West By God Virginia that is! I hope to obtain some pictures. It looks like it is in my backyard. Yes, I received schooling thru the 6th grade. Even went through the 6th grade a couple times fer good measure. Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: "Shop at " Just Brits "" To: "spridget" Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 5:01 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 > << Who assumes responsibility for his education?? >> > > Give him/her a break Skip, he/she IS from > West By-God !! -:) > > Ed > _______________________________________________ From 72spridget at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 18:37:15 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:37:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: <001701cad774$076a36e0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4BBE442E.6000209@justbrits.com> <001701cad774$076a36e0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> Message-ID: > West By God Virginia that is! Oh, I figured he meant Westconsin... Isn't West Virginia the place with all the drive-through liquor barns with the exits pointed at Pittsburgh? David L From pelliott at innercite.com Thu Apr 8 18:50:35 2010 From: pelliott at innercite.com (Patrick Elliott) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 17:50:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> There's one of these for sale south of Bandon Oregon, on Highway 101. Last time I looked at it, they wanted $11,950. It's been for sale off and on for over 7 years now..... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 1:26 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. Whoa, whoa.....it's got the very rare and desireable optional golf course package! :) CB _______________________________________________ From lotuspilot at verizon.net Thu Apr 8 19:29:04 2010 From: lotuspilot at verizon.net (Michael Carpenter) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:29:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4BBE442E.6000209@justbrits.com> <001701cad774$076a36e0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> Message-ID: <000f01cad784$0afc1cf0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> I guess that the moonshine does flow pretty freely here. Just not sure of the Pittsburgh part ;^)). Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com> To: "Spridgets" Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 8:37 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 >> West By God Virginia that is! > > Oh, I figured he meant Westconsin... > Isn't West Virginia the place with all the drive-through liquor barns > with the exits pointed at Pittsburgh? > David L From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 8 19:36:02 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 18:36:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Indian...wish I could help In-Reply-To: <4BBD6988.4080101@wi.net> References: <4BBD6988.4080101@wi.net> Message-ID: "Burt Munro"...interesting old fellow in a GREAT FLICK. Herb On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 10:28 PM, Woerpel wrote: > G'Day Colin! > > > Wish I could find a '47 Indian for myself! Going for a bit of the old Burt > Munro are we?? ;-) I wish you luck and hope the one in California works > out! > > Regards, > > Dave Woerpel > 59 :{) From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 8 19:39:49 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:39:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: References: <876269.52606.qm@web46411.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><4BBE442E.6000209@justbrits.com><001701cad774$076a36e0$2f01a8c0@D1PWFG61> Message-ID: No, David, Wisconsin is where all the "Ill Noise" from down south comes to. We abide it only until these cretins want to come up here permanently. Enough! Go back to hell where you come from!! Be gone!! Leave your money!! Get out!! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 7:37 PM To: "Spridgets" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 > West By God Virginia that is! Oh, I figured he meant Westconsin... Isn't West Virginia the place with all the drive-through liquor barns with the exits pointed at Pittsburgh? David L Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From dlh2001 at comcast.net Thu Apr 8 20:05:50 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 22:05:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: <466947.34141.qm@web46415.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: It sounds like you are in good shape with the temps you mention. 185F is right where you want to be. You probably have a 180F thermostat and it is regulating close to that value, which is good. Don't resort to different fans or anything unless you run into an issue. I am running water wetter with about 25% anti-freeze. Red Line only claims a few degrees improvement for the water wetter but I believe it the science behind surfactants and I'll take those few degrees over turning on the heater any day of the week! The biggest improvement in my case came from taking the radiator to a professional shop and having them clean 40+ years of scaling out of it. I can't believe how much better it became after doing this. I'm sure they used some sort of proprietary acid solution, but it needs to be mild so as not to eat the copper or brass. If you ever have to do this look for radiator shops that works on boats. If you remove the radiator and take it to them the cost is minimal. The place I went to was J&J Radiator in Delran NJ. BTW, Skip what kind of Spridget do you have? After looking through the books it appears that the later cars with slanted heater box did have the clips painted black. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Skip Jackson" Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > Thanks for all the advise!!! I ran it hard for an hour in 85 drgree weather > and the temp stayed at 185 with a anit-freeze in. I'm going to drain and > flush the rad. How about running pure water w/ Water Wetter in the summer? > Would a better fan help? Skip J. From shop at justbrits.com Thu Apr 8 20:07:08 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:07:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. In-Reply-To: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> References: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> Message-ID: <4BBE8BCC.7060909@justbrits.com> /zVnfIc: Permission denied From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 8 20:14:48 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:14:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Redneck Parts suppliers Message-ID: <4BBE8D98.2030001@comcast.net> Those SOBs from rivergate ripoff nation have EFFED me once again. Those stupid redneck MFers sold me a new clutch disc for my Datsun 5 speed. So since I rebuilt the engine and installed the *new* clutch, nothing worked. No clutch, I pulled the engine and messed with all the measurements, tripled checked the release bearing, adjusted the slave, the pedal would not go down at all, no clutch but it works when the engine is out moving the release bearing as it should. Engine back, again, no clutch.. Engine out AGAIN, 2nd time in less than 24 hours because all I could think of was I put the disc in backwards. And I know how it goes and I know I did it right but, what else could it be? It turns out to be a clutch disc about 3/4" prouder than the one that came out. In other words, a totally wrong disc, not even close other than the splines and diameter. I put the original disc back and it all works now. One of these days I'm gonna meet that redneck mechanic and I'm gonna kick him in the nuts so hard they are gonna come out his nostrils He burned me on the BABE rally car and now he burned me again. It's payback time. Paul please get back to the shop WE NEED YOU! -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 8 20:15:47 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:15:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. In-Reply-To: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> References: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> Message-ID: <233B8DC7E96842EBA4B4B3A20E954314@spider> The salt air (on the Oregon coast) has got to be chewing it up. ...bill ====================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Patrick Elliott Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 5:51 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; 'Spridget list' Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. There's one of these for sale south of Bandon Oregon, on Highway 101. Last time I looked at it, they wanted $11,950. It's been for sale off and on for over 7 years now..... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 1:26 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. Whoa, whoa.....it's got the very rare and desirable optional golf course package! :) CB _ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 8 20:19:54 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:19:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. In-Reply-To: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> References: <01ba01cad77e$abd4c6a0$037e53e0$@com> Message-ID: <85B604528A694AAA9ED6041652A41E77@spider> http://www.kingmidgetcarclub.org/ ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Patrick Elliott Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 5:51 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; 'Spridget list' Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. There's one of these for sale south of Bandon Oregon, on Highway 101. Last time I looked at it, they wanted $11,950. It's been for sale off and on for over 7 years now..... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 1:26 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. Whoa, whoa.....it's got the very rare and desireable optional golf course package! :) CB _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From herby at herbytoys.com Thu Apr 8 20:38:25 2010 From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:38:25 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I've seen the downfall and... (Not really LBC) Message-ID: . it came in the form of a Jaguar XK8 DONK !!!! Convertible no less!!! I witnessed the horror blasting down the fastlane on the freeway this afternoon. Earlier I saw an Audi A8 Donk and thought that was bad. The horror, the horror. Didn't have my phone today so no pictures (thank god) For those who don't know donk. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hi-Riser_(automobile) 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 dlh2001 at comcast.net Thu Apr 8 21:04:13 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 23:04:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: Message-ID: I really think that the running temp should be pretty close (within 5-10F) to what thermostat temp you have installed. If you are running at 212F and you have a good 180F thermostat then it means that your cooling system is marginal and can't keep up. This is assuming your temp guage is reading correctly. I used to think along those same lines you guys indicate. A long time ago I put a 160F thermostat in in a vain attempt to bring that "over 200F" temp down. It didn't make much of a difference. After I had the radiator cleaned out last year guess what? It now goes up to 165F and it holds steady! Imagine that. Epiphany. Now I have to go back in there and put a 180F thermostat back in. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Billy Zoom" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > Thank you. You'll probably get flamed for saying that, but it needs to be > said. I have a friend who brags that with his custom radiator, his engine > never runs over 140 degrees. Of course he blames poor parts quality when his > engines keep wearing out after 25K miles. > BZ >> People tend to freak out about the temperature they run their spridget at, >> and every so often this comes up. Keep in mind that the optimum temperature >> is actually somewhere above 212 degrees, or 100 c. The cooling system is >> pressurized, and anti-freeze/coolant is added to raise the boiling point >> sufficiently to make opperation at temperatures between 200 and 220 >> possible. What you need to avoid is temperatures above about 230 degrees, >> as this will prompt the radiator cap to release pressure. Loss of coolant >> is a much bigger concern than the slightly elevated opperating temperatures. From shop at justbrits.com Thu Apr 8 21:18:57 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:18:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: King Midget for sale in Minneapolis. Message-ID: <4BBE9CA1.20804@justbrits.com> << they wanted $11,950. It's been for sale off and on for over 7 years now..... >> And the price is exactly why the 7 yrs., Pat !! -:)-:) Ed From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 8 23:10:40 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:10:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: The purpose of the thermostat is to make the engine warm up faster because almost all engine wear occurs while the engine is below normal operating temperature. It's not supposed to hold the engine at it's rated temperature like your furnace thermostat. A 160 degree thermostat won't make the engine run any cooler than a 180 degree thermostat because they're both just going to stay open once car's reached operating temperature, which should be hotter than 180 degrees. It's bad to run your engine too cool. > A long time ago I put a 160F thermostat in in a vain attempt to bring that > "over 200F" temp down. It didn't make much of a difference. From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Fri Apr 9 06:19:26 2010 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 12:19:26 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] now its a selling point? Message-ID: <1564885308.8675901270815566496.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> still overpriced. http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/1682895259.html Ryan From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 9 08:37:21 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 09:37:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave explain this to you. Message-ID: <953C590B282B4A408DA7EC48772BCFAA@HomePC> FW: Transmissions simplified! New transmission design!! http://home.comcast.net/~steveham21/turbo.mpg [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of image.gif] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of image.gif] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of image.gif] From froggi60 at gmail.com Fri Apr 9 09:12:13 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 08:12:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I've seen the downfall and... (Not really LBC) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: What do you (guys-gals) think about the V8 in the Jag? Worth using a an engine swap? $800.00 From 72spridget at gmail.com Fri Apr 9 09:21:08 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 10:21:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 12:10 AM, Billy Zoom wrote: > The purpose of the thermostat is to make the engine warm up faster because > almost all engine wear occurs while the engine is below normal operating > temperature. It's not supposed to hold the engine at it's rated temperature > like your furnace thermostat. Are you SERIOUS??? The thermostat's job most certainly IS to keep the engine within a specific temperature range. It is the means whereby the cooling system can compensate for the differences between driving in 100F and driving in -30F. Otherwise you would be constantly leaning into heat soak or running your engine cold. Have you ever had a car with a functional temperature gauge? You can watch the thermostat opening and closing. If your cooling system does not have the necessary capacity and ability to transfer heat out, then no, a 160 thermostat will make no difference. If, OTOH, you have a good radiator and capacity, it WILL make your engine run cold. Not that it would be a good thing. Yes, if your Spridget is overheating with a 180 in there, the 160 will not fix anything, but that is because it isn't the problem. David L From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 09:39:07 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 08:39:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave explain this to you. Message-ID: <564504.21576.qm@web46413.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Beautiful!! I'm sure the 'govamet' will buy it!! Skip J. From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Fri Apr 9 09:54:34 2010 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 11:54:34 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I've seen the downfall and... (Not really LBC) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8EC23F7A-725C-4232-BFB5-79E0B30D74DD@hoppetool.com> I'm a jag guy.. Please nothing breaks a jag guys heart like finding out someone pulled tge inline 6 out and bastardized a chevy 350 in it... It's very sad. The 6 puts out more power then most can handle... Ours has 306 whp and 320 tq on a mustang dyno and ran 12.81 at the 1/4 mi with just letting the clutch out, no burnout or anything! Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Apr 9, 2010, at 11:12 AM, WFO Herb wrote: > What do you (guys-gals) think about the V8 in the Jag? > > Worth using a an engine swap? > > $800.00 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Fri Apr 9 10:06:46 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 09:06:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I've seen the downfall and... (Not really LBC) In-Reply-To: <8EC23F7A-725C-4232-BFB5-79E0B30D74DD@hoppetool.com> References: <8EC23F7A-725C-4232-BFB5-79E0B30D74DD@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: Matt, Quick car! I know a couple guys that converted to Chevy engines and tranny. As one of them says...."best of both worlds". And I agree. American reliability, English style. What I have in mind is to put the V8 Jag engine in a TR7. I know nothing about the engine; hp/torque, size, weight.... I know, it's a TR and a wedge at that, right. Wouldn't want to put that engine in one of my Bugeyes. Thanks, Herb On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 8:54 AM, Matt Hagopian wrote: > I'm a jag guy.. Please nothing breaks a jag guys heart like finding out > someone pulled tge inline 6 out and bastardized a chevy 350 in it... It's > very sad. The 6 puts out more power then most can handle... Ours has 306 whp > and 320 tq on a mustang dyno and ran 12.81 at the 1/4 mi with just letting > the clutch out, no burnout or anything! > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian From frogeye at cox.net Fri Apr 9 10:06:49 2010 From: frogeye at cox.net (frogeye) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 12:06:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle plans and an offer Message-ID: <268357DA1BA84F85AB7D61369BA9DC04@maind> List, I am not sure who plans on making it to the annual Carlisle Crusade this year in May but I will be there at C-42 for the weekend . I expect to be joined by a fellow lister from Houston who owns several bugeyes including a very nice Iris Blue car . I am not one for dropping names but he can step forward if he desires and maybe even offer to sign autographs between 12-1 each day. If anyone cares to spend an overnite or share lodging for any reason we will be squeezing 3 people into a room and would be glad to book a second room with anyone who has a need for it so we all can enjoy a bed and avoid an air mattress or cot in that single room We expect to arrive Wed afternoon and leave Sunday . Just thought I'd test the list to see if anyone plans to attend and encourage them to stop by and socialize or even if to just get out of the rain. Alan From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 9 11:03:29 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 13:03:29 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: <7e8b1.62d8e9b7.38f0b7e1@aol.com> There are two optimium temperatures: one is optimum for economy, the other is optimum for power. The cooler of the two is the optimum for power. A higher pressure rad cap raises the boiling point and provides a higher temperature to be reached before coolant is lost. The copper/brass vertical flow radiators cannot be successfully operated at as high a pressure as the crossflow. I'm not certain what the upper range of the aluminium alloy vertical flow rads are. Yep, once the engine starts to lose coolant it's only ever going to get hotter, faster. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 08/04/2010 21:50:36 GMT Daylight Time, davriker at nwi.net writes: It should be noted the factory didn't seem to think it was that big a deal to have a heater, since it was an OPTION the first few years.... People tend to freak out about the temperature they run their spridget at, and every so often this comes up. Keep in mind that the optimum temperature is actually somewhere above 212 degrees, or 100 c. The cooling system is pressurized, and anti-freeze/coolant is added to raise the boiling point sufficiently to make opperation at temperatures between 200 and 220 possible. What you need to avoid is temperatures above about 230 degrees, as this will prompt the radiator cap to release pressure. Loss of coolant is a much bigger concern than the slightly elevated opperating temperatures. From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com Fri Apr 9 11:07:24 2010 From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard Chateauvieux) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 10:07:24 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Redneck Parts suppliers In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1C7E0FBB-520B-44E7-A26B-10D535653DB7@gerardsgarage.com> Hi Frank, If you want to convert to a stock Datsun clutch you can ship me your 1275 flywheel. I can do the modification for you to fit the stock 7" Datsun clutch. I have looked at the Rivergate instructions and that's an awful lot of fussing to make the clutch work if you ask me. Joey (Paul's son) has been forwarding inquiries to me and I am in the process of working things out, but I have been able to to the flywheel/ clutch mod for over a year now. Contact me off list if you want to make arrangements. Gerard On Apr 9, 2010, at 8:20 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Message: 9 > Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:14:48 -0400 > From: Frank > Subject: [Spridgets] Redneck Parts suppliers > To: Spridgets > Message-ID: <4BBE8D98.2030001 at comcast.net> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed > > Those SOBs from rivergate ripoff nation have EFFED me once again. > Those stupid redneck MFers sold me a new clutch disc for my Datsun 5 > speed. > So since I rebuilt the engine and installed the *new* clutch, nothing > worked. > No clutch, I pulled the engine and messed with all the measurements, > tripled checked the release bearing, adjusted the slave, the pedal > would > not go down at all, no clutch but > it works when the engine is out moving the release bearing as it > should. > Engine back, again, no clutch.. > Engine out AGAIN, 2nd time in less than 24 hours because all I could > think of was I put the disc in backwards. And I know how it goes and I > know I did it right but, what else could it be? > It turns out to be a clutch disc about 3/4" prouder than the one that > came out. > In other words, a totally wrong disc, not even close other than the > splines and diameter. > I put the original disc back and it all works now. > One of these days I'm gonna meet that redneck mechanic and I'm gonna > kick him in the nuts so hard they are gonna come out his nostrils > He burned me on the BABE rally car and now he burned me again. It's > payback time. > > Paul please get back to the shop WE NEED YOU! > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > My own Fleet of Sprites From montpaul at msn.com Fri Apr 9 11:24:43 2010 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 10:24:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1956 King Midget Series II (NoLBC) Message-ID: Just get the plans 1956 King Midget Series II After WWII pilots Claud Dry and Dale Orcutts first car was a crude, midget-racer-styled car built on a wood frame. The Series I was sold in kit form through small ads in Popular Mechanics and other hobbyist magazines of the time for prices ranging from $50 to $300.. In 1951, a much more practical car was offered. Called the Series II, it resembled the Jeep with its square-cornered fenders. Intended for shopping or the golf course, the car gained a considerable following and was produced for five years. It is still popular in Shriners parades. The dimensions of the car were chosen to be that of a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood, in order that four could sit side by side on a railway car: the intent being that a car could be shipped efficiently directly by the customer, who took the key tied to the battery cable, put in some gas and drove away. Parts were scrounged from various Ohio parts suppliers, such as the small car firm of Crosley in Cincinnati, who supplied the steering wheel and muffler. The convertible top bows did not fold down, but could be completely removed as a unit and left at home. Drive was by chain to one wheel, and the mechanical brakes only operated on the rear wheels. Accessories included a wiper, metal doors incorporating side windows, or wooden doors used with canvas side-window inserts. These same doors carried on without change into the early Series III King Midget, introduced in 1957. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 9 11:30:11 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 10:30:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: <7e8b1.62d8e9b7.38f0b7e1@aol.com> Message-ID: I think they raised the boiling temperature because steam didn't transfer heat well. From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 12:51:51 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 11:51:51 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <525943.38834.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Correct. There's no phase change (latent heat) available after steam, either. --- On Fri, 4/9/10, Billy Zoom wrote: > From: Billy Zoom > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > To: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com, davriker at nwi.net, spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Friday, April 9, 2010, 12:30 PM > I think they raised the boiling > temperature because steam didn't transfer > heat well. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 9 12:55:40 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:55:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] now its a selling point? In-Reply-To: <1564885308.8675901270815566496.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1564885308.8675901270815566496.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BBF782C.3080700@justbrits.com> Ryan, I just LOVE this line: << If you are reading this you know what it looks like >> Guess 'new' possible buyers are NOT expected ?!? LOL ! Ed From Chris.Rae at microsoft.com Fri Apr 9 14:31:00 2010 From: Chris.Rae at microsoft.com (Chris Rae) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 20:31:00 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation Message-ID: Hi folks - those of you with exceptional memories will recall me posting to this list a couple of years ago while I was attempting to get my 1098 '65 Sprite running better. Well... Erm... Suffice to say that I've spent two years of occasional weekends doing this, and as yet have entirely failed. I have, however learned that the following things are adjusted to look nothing like they look in the Haynes manual: timing, mixture, probably points. My wife has set me an ultimatum - I have to get the car running for this summer or it's vacating the garage. This means I have only one option. I have to pay somebody else to fix it. To that end, I am looking for a suggestion as to where I could get this done in/near Seattle. The car has never been running right since I bought it so it could be something major or something minor, I'm really not very sure. It sort of drives but appears to have around 5hp and overheats reasonably regularly, so nearby would be great. It's just mechanicals, so anyone with A-series engine experience would do! Any help appreciated, Chris From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 9 15:46:15 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:46:15 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle plans and an offer In-Reply-To: <268357DA1BA84F85AB7D61369BA9DC04@maind> References: <268357DA1BA84F85AB7D61369BA9DC04@maind> Message-ID: <4BBFA027.3050409@comcast.net> frogeye wrote: > List, > > I am not sure who plans on making it to the annual Carlisle Crusade this year > in May but I will be there at C-42 for the weekend . > I expect to be joined by a fellow lister from Houston who owns several bugeyes > including a very nice Iris Blue car . > Alan I will be there in the rain as usual. Frankie and I are already booked at the Urine 8 across from the Middletown Dinner. We will get there Friday and leave Saturday night. So can I stay dry under your tarp? ;) -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 9 16:50:32 2010 From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox) Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:50:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BBFAF38.5070202@sbcglobal.net> What valve cover is on this beast? I've just picked up a 1275 that has this same exact valve cover. Never seen one like that before. Nice heavy aluminum. Also, where can I get a new cap to fit it. Lee From Chris.Rae at microsoft.com Fri Apr 9 17:09:20 2010 From: Chris.Rae at microsoft.com (Chris Rae) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 23:09:20 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello again! Just wanted to say thanks to Paul, Ed and Bill for mailing me off the list to help me help myself! I just got off the phone with Bill and he's jolly nicely volunteered to come and give me a hand looking at the thing. I now have to negotiate a deal with the wife whereby the giant bathroom vanity she's symbolically had unloaded in front of the car gets moved, and I might get the thing running! Will report back here - just wanted to say thanks to everyone for reaching out. If Bill is some sort of serial killer, now is the time to tell me... Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Rae Sent: 09 April 2010 13:31 To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation Hi folks - those of you with exceptional memories will recall me posting to this list a couple of years ago while I was attempting to get my 1098 '65 Sprite running better. Well... Erm... Suffice to say that I've spent two years of occasional weekends doing this, and as yet have entirely failed. I have, however learned that the following things are adjusted to look nothing like they look in the Haynes manual: timing, mixture, probably points. My wife has set me an ultimatum - I have to get the car running for this summer or it's vacating the garage. This means I have only one option. I have to pay somebody else to fix it. To that end, I am looking for a suggestion as to where I could get this done in/near Seattle. The car has never been running right since I bought it so it could be something major or something minor, I'm really not very sure. It sort of drives but appears to have around 5hp and overheats reasonably regularly, so nearby would be great. It's just mechanicals, so anyone with A-series engine experience would do! Any help appreciated, Chris Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/chris.rae at microsoft.com From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 17:11:12 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:11:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave explain this to you. In-Reply-To: <953C590B282B4A408DA7EC48772BCFAA@HomePC> Message-ID: <100302.12159.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> It fails to mention how the friticativeness increases and last longer. Soave --- On Fri, 4/9/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > From: Larry Daniels > Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave explain this to you. > To: "Spridgets List" > Date: Friday, April 9, 2010, 9:37 AM > FW: Transmissions simplified! > > > > New transmission design!! > > http://home.comcast.net/~steveham21/turbo.mpg > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which > had a name of image.gif] > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which > had a name of image.gif] > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which > had a name of image.gif] > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 17:19:36 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:19:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <343633.80882.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> You've got the control loop right, but the thermostat itself isn't as smart as that sounds. It closes below a minimum temperature. That's it. Spring and the density of the wax (along with the thermal constant of the engine and radiator) provide the stability. Ron --- On Fri, 4/9/10, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote: heat soak or > running your engine cold. Have you ever had a car with a > functional > temperature gauge? You can watch the thermostat opening and > closing. > If your cooling system does not have the necessary capacity > and > ability to transfer heat out, then no, a 160 thermostat > will make no > difference. If, OTOH, you have a good radiator and From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 9 17:29:38 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 19:29:38 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips Message-ID: I thought there was something called super heated steam which is practically invisible to the naked eye? In a message dated 09/04/2010 20:16:48 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com writes: Correct. There's no phase change (latent heat) available after steam, either. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 9 17:33:05 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 19:33:05 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 Message-ID: With a centre filler cap it's either of Mini origin or an adaption of some US engine. What type of fitting is the cap? You could always 'monza' it. Weslake-Monza 1330 but once I was just plain Weslake 1330 In a message dated 10/04/2010 00:09:34 GMT Daylight Time, lee.fox at sbcglobal.net writes: What valve cover is on this beast? I've just picked up a 1275 that has this same exact valve cover. Never seen one like that before. Nice heavy aluminum. Also, where can I get a new cap to fit it. Lee From pythias at pacifier.com Fri Apr 9 17:38:45 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:38:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> Hello Chris, If it's Bill M. you're talking about, he's not a serial killer, he's a serial FIXER. I don't think there's anyone in the Seattle area, who's on the list, who hasn't had the benefit of his expertise, except perhaps Bob Walker, who is a force unto himself. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" * "That young insect is female," said Tom gallantly. From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 17:41:41 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:41:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <125216.90058.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> All steam is invisible. What you see in air is water condensing as some of the steam is cooled. Superheated steam is steam above the boiling point, which is what you'd get if you added heat to it like in an overheated engine. Ron --- On Fri, 4/9/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips To: soavero at yahoo.com, davriker at nwi.net, spridgets at autox.team.net, billyzoom at billyzoom.com Date: Friday, April 9, 2010, 6:29 PM I thought there was something called super heated steam which is practically invisible to the naked eye? In a message dated 09/04/2010 20:16:48 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com writes: Correct. There's no phase change (latent heat) available after steam, either. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Fri Apr 9 18:01:37 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 18:01:37 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 5:09 PM, Chris Rae wrote: If Bill is some sort of serial killer, now is the time to tell me... It depends on which Bill you are referring to! One is and one isn't. If he shows up with an axe, don't open the door. Get a cat to chock him with!!! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... From montpaul at msn.com Fri Apr 9 18:05:14 2010 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 17:05:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> References: , , <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> Message-ID: I was at Bob's shop early in the week. I agree with you. Very knowlegeable and helpful. He is getting his Bugeye ready to go racing within the next couple of weeks at SIR. A Good Guy > Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:38:45 -0700 > From: pythias at pacifier.com > To: Chris.Rae at microsoft.com > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation > > Hello Chris, > > If it's Bill M. you're talking about, he's not a serial killer, > he's a serial FIXER. I don't think there's anyone in the Seattle > area, who's on the list, who hasn't had the benefit of his > expertise, except perhaps Bob Walker, who is a force unto > himself. > > -- > Best regards, > Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com > > '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" > > * "That young insect is female," said Tom gallantly. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/montpaul at msn.com From eap2140 at yahoo.com Fri Apr 9 18:18:21 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 17:18:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> References: <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <352024.51898.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> If you can lure him around to the boot, push him in next to your tool box and your troubles will go away. Just let him out when you need him......He doesn't eat much either. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Bill L To: Chris Rae Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Fri, April 9, 2010 4:38:45 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation Hello Chris, If it's Bill M. you're talking about, he's not a serial killer, he's a serial FIXER. I don't think there's anyone in the Seattle area, who's on the list, who hasn't had the benefit of his expertise, except perhaps Bob Walker, who is a force unto himself. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" * "That young insect is female," said Tom gallantly. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 9 18:27:09 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:27:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > I thought there was something called super heated steam which is practically > invisible to the naked eye? It is, if you get your eye close enough to it. From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 9 18:44:52 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 19:44:52 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BBFCA04.1010201@justbrits.com> Kent !!! << Get a cat to chock him with!!! >> Dat would HAVE to be a SERIOUS sized puddy-tat !!!!!!! Tweetie !!! From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 9 18:46:13 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 20:46:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips References: Message-ID: Billy Z, What David said below is exactly what I was trying to explain in my previous message. It's not unreasonable for the temp to rise up above 200F if you are not getting good flow of air through the radiator (like idling in traffic on a hot day). But once you get moving the temp should come down close to what your thermostat temp is. Just look back at Skips email, on an 85F day and running hard he is seeing 185F. That is ideal. And like you said there is some head room in that it won't boil until it gets to around 230F but my engine starts to ping & run-on when I get up over 210F, so you don't want to go there. FWIW, with regard to thermostats, the manual states 160F for warm climates 180F normal 190F for cold climates Vizard states best power produced at 160F (70c) So I am not alarmed with the 160F I have in there now, but I do want to go back and change it to a 180F at some point. ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Lieb" <72spridget at gmail.com> > On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 12:10 AM, Billy Zoom wrote: >> The purpose of the thermostat is to make the engine warm up faster because >> almost all engine wear occurs while the engine is below normal operating >> temperature. It's not supposed to hold the engine at it's rated temperature >> like your furnace thermostat. > > Are you SERIOUS??? > The thermostat's job most certainly IS to keep the engine within a > specific temperature range. It is the means whereby the cooling system > can compensate for the differences between driving in 100F and driving > in -30F. Otherwise you would be constantly leaning into heat soak or > running your engine cold. Have you ever had a car with a functional > temperature gauge? You can watch the thermostat opening and closing. > If your cooling system does not have the necessary capacity and > ability to transfer heat out, then no, a 160 thermostat will make no > difference. If, OTOH, you have a good radiator and capacity, it WILL > make your engine run cold. Not that it would be a good thing. Yes, if > your Spridget is overheating with a 180 in there, the 160 will not fix > anything, but that is because it isn't the problem. > David L From montpaul at msn.com Fri Apr 9 19:21:28 2010 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 18:21:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Is this steam thing evolving into a lot of hot air? > Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 17:27:09 -0700 > From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com > To: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com; soavero at yahoo.com; davriker at nwi.net; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Heater Box Clips > > > I thought there was something called super heated steam which is practically > > invisible to the naked eye? > > It is, if you get your eye close enough to it. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/montpaul at msn.com From herby at herbytoys.com Fri Apr 9 20:05:30 2010 From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby) Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 19:05:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] E-bay #160421875557 In-Reply-To: <4BBFAF38.5070202@sbcglobal.net> Message-ID: <632C679B01174CD39CF86CEA0F7EA8CD@HERBYZ> Lee, I have one of those and I was able to fit a chrome twist on cap (Mr.Gasket?) I picked up at my FLAPS. 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 What valve cover is on this beast? I've just picked up a 1275 that has this same exact valve cover. Never seen one like that before. Nice heavy aluminum. Also, where can I get a new cap to fit it. Lee From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 00:28:27 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 01:28:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave explain this to you. In-Reply-To: <100302.12159.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <953C590B282B4A408DA7EC48772BCFAA@HomePC> <100302.12159.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Penicillin cures that.... Jim On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 6:11 PM, Ron Soave wrote: > It fails to mention how the friticativeness increases and last longer. > > Soave > --- On Fri, 4/9/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > > > From: > Larry Daniels > > Subject: [Spridgets] Have Soave > explain this to you. > > To: "Spridgets List" > > Date: > Friday, April 9, 2010, 9:37 AM > > FW: Transmissions simplified! > > > > > > > > New > transmission design!! > > > > http://home.comcast.net/~steveham21/turbo.mpg > > > > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which > > had a name of > image.gif] > > > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which > > > had a name of image.gif] > > > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type > image/gif which > > had a name of image.gif] > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: > http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: > http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm, and three or more is a congress." John Adams US diplomat & politician (1735 - 1826) From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 01:20:02 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 01:20:02 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation In-Reply-To: <352024.51898.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1535655538.20100409163845@pacifier.com> <352024.51898.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 6:18 PM, Edward Perez wrote: If you can lure him around to the boot, push him in next to your tool box and your troubles will go away. Just let him out when you need him......He doesn't eat much either. Is that kinda like having a trunk monkey? -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... From fastvee at yahoo.com Sat Apr 10 10:14:40 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:14:40 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle plans and an offer In-Reply-To: <268357DA1BA84F85AB7D61369BA9DC04@maind> Message-ID: <983770.11590.qm@web34408.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I'll be there on Friday and Saturday, commuting both days. I pre-registered for the first time and hopefully won't be waiting in line. I look forward to meeting Alan. John Fogelsville, PA --- On Fri, 4/9/10, frogeye wrote: From: frogeye Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle plans and an offer To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Friday, April 9, 2010, 12:06 PM List, I am not sure who plans on making it to the annual Carlisle Crusade this year in May but I will be there at C-42 for the weekend . I expect to be joined by a fellow lister from Houston who owns several bugeyes including a very nice Iris Blue car . I am not one for dropping names but he can step forward if he desires and maybe even offer to sign autographs between 12-1 each day. If anyone cares to spend an overnite or share lodging for any reason we will be squeezing 3 people into a room and would be glad to book a second room with anyone who has a need for it so we all can enjoy a bed and avoid an air mattress or cot in that single room We expect to arrive Wed afternoon and leave Sunday . Just thought I'd test the list to see if anyone plans to attend and encourage them to stop by and socialize or even if to just get out of the rain. Alan Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/fastvee at yahoo.com From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 10:38:30 2010 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:38:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop... Is it time for a NOSHIT?? Message-ID: Hi Chris, I don't know if you have heard of the OSHIT they do occasionally out east? We have a NW version called the NOSHIT. (NorthWest Organization of Spridget Handymen In Transit) It's where a group of whoever is available gets together and works on each others cars fixing up whatever needs done. BillM (an LBC pioneer) is a force to be reckoned with, a creator of new tools to accomplish heretofore impossible tasks, a deep well of British car knowledge who can apply all he knows to any problem troubling one of these little cars. Not only does he excel with the Spridget, his skills also extend to the bigger versions - the MGA, MGB and others along with the smaller Mini, Minor and More. If I were planning a round the world trip in a British car the one thing I'd like to bring along for the ride would be BillM. So - in short, Bill isn't an axe murderer - unless he's attacking some problem that's keeping your car from running. Then stand back, he's a wild man! Rick (obvious recipient of some of BillM's assistance) Bastedo _______________________________________ Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 20:31:00 +0000 From: Chris Rae Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation To: "spridgets at autox.team.net" Message-ID: < BFC3A1B1D7267249A79D2CD7655DEE2E279D0350 at DF-M14-03.exchange.corp.microsoft.com > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hi folks - those of you with exceptional memories will recall me posting to this list a couple of years ago while I was attempting to get my 1098 '65 Sprite running better. Well... Erm... Chris From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 16:05:39 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 15:05:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 Message-ID: Matt, I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the inline 6's are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? If they are maintained and taken care of they will last as long as a small block? Possibly the greater issues with the E Type might have to do with the Lucas components? Another question. . I have also heard that the straight 6 (more likely the 4.3, not sure) is just about as fast as the Jag V-12? - that the differences in acceleration are minimal. . and depending on the driver, the straight 6 might even be faster? Kirk From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 10 16:14:11 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 15:14:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Density of the Wax? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <974251.72311.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Third paragraph down explains it. CC'ing list as well. http://www.innerauto.com/Auto_Part/Thermostat/ --- On Sat, 4/10/10, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: Thanks, I had no idea. I always thought it was only the spring in the thermostat that compressed and released under heat. On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 3:02 PM, Ron Soave wrote: Yes. There is a fluid in the temperature bulb. The temperature raises, wax melts, valve moves to open. Temperature drops, wax solidifies. They used to be called "wax valves", still are in "the biz". --- On Sat, 4/10/10, someone anonymous wrote: Ron, There is a wax component in a thermostat? Did I read that right? From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 10 16:48:30 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 17:48:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear seal...... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC1003E.7080707@justbrits.com> Small favour, folks. ANYBODY have a copy of Paul A.'s Instruction Sheet ?? I'll be DAM*ED if I can find even one of the half-dozen I've used -:(-:( !?!?!?!? And YES I know, just as SOON as one of you sends it to me, I WILL 'find' it -:)-:)-:) !!!!! TIA !!! Ed From eap2140 at yahoo.com Sat Apr 10 18:10:10 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 17:10:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I kinda like this.... Message-ID: <903819.58525.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I would clean up the rear a little as far as covering up the mounting holes and fix up underneath the tail lights, but otherwise, this looks pretty cool. I just might dump my rubber bumpers. I didn't want to go through all the work of converting it to chrome (rather buy an original), and this is a nice compromise..... http://tinyurl.com/kinda-like-it ebay URL: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MG-Midget-COLLECTOR-1976-MG-MIDGET-CONVERTIBLE-W-HARDTOP-CLASSIC-RARE-LOOK_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem3efe8c6a09QQitemZ270558587401QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks#v4-41 Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From spritenut at comcast.net Sat Apr 10 19:41:54 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 21:41:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC128E2.8050600@comcast.net> Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > Matt, > > > I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the inline 6's > are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? > > If they are maintained and taken care of they will last as long as a small > block? > > I think they would last LONGER than a small block chevy engine. I had an XJ6 with 180,000 miles on it when I sold it. All I did to it was replace the cam cover gaskets when I bought it with 125,000 miles on it. Sure the car had some Lucas issues but they were all just minor bad grounds or dirty fuses that a wad of steel wool fixed. The engine was the 2nd best part of that car right behind it's styling. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 10 19:50:42 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:50:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear seal...... In-Reply-To: <08CB36D30C5D483DAC7BD4F7BBC9CA55@HomePC> References: <4BC1003E.7080707@justbrits.com> <08CB36D30C5D483DAC7BD4F7BBC9CA55@HomePC> Message-ID: <4BC12AF2.3000706@justbrits.com> LAD [MANY THANKS] has come to my rescue, folks !! Thanks to all !! Ed From froggi60 at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 20:36:15 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:36:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I kinda like this.... In-Reply-To: <903819.58525.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <903819.58525.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: What engine is that? Herb On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 5:10 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > I would clean up the rear a little as far as covering up the mounting holes > and fix up underneath the tail lights, but otherwise, this looks pretty > cool. I just might dump my rubber bumpers. I didn't want to go through all > the work of converting it to chrome (rather buy an original), and this is a > nice compromise..... > > http://tinyurl.com/kinda-like-it > > ebay URL: From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sat Apr 10 20:45:39 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 22:45:39 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 References: Message-ID: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> The inline six is the only engine arrangement that is perfectly balanced. They don't need harmonic balancers to cancel out rocking motion like V arrangements and large inline 4 cylinder engines. This smoothness is often attributed to their longevity. It's a shame they don't put them in cars anymore. Unless BMW is still making them. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kirk Hargreaves" > I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the inline 6's > are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? From duncan at pondhop.com Sat Apr 10 21:20:57 2010 From: duncan at pondhop.com (Duncan Sinclair) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 22:20:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> References: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> Message-ID: <028401cad926$051a8850$0f4f98f0$@pondhop.com> ' Unless BMW is still making them' Yes they are, my year old 328 has a straight six in it. Thanks Duncan -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dean Hedin Sent: Saturday, April 10, 2010 9:46 PM To: Kirk Hargreaves; mhagopian at hoppetool.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 The inline six is the only engine arrangement that is perfectly balanced. They don't need harmonic balancers to cancel out rocking motion like V arrangements and large inline 4 cylinder engines. This smoothness is often attributed to their longevity. It's a shame they don't put them in cars anymore. Unless BMW is still making them. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kirk Hargreaves" > I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the inline > 6's are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/duncan at pondhop.com From wmgilroy at gmail.com Sat Apr 10 21:52:28 2010 From: wmgilroy at gmail.com (Bill Gilroy) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:52:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I kinda like this.... In-Reply-To: <903819.58525.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <903819.58525.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: It is a 1500 engine. The front wings are interesting; they have the turn signal lights filled. I would have filled the reverse lights also. The back end might well served with some type of a nerf bar bumper. -g On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 5:10 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > I would clean up the rear a little as far as covering up the mounting holes > and fix up underneath the tail lights, but otherwise, this looks pretty > cool. I just might dump my rubber bumpers. I didn't want to go through all > the work of converting it to chrome (rather buy an original), and this is a > nice compromise..... > > http://tinyurl.com/kinda-like-it > > ebay URL: > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MG-Midget-COLLECTOR-1976-MG-MIDGET-CONVERTIBLE-W-HARDTOP-CLASSIC-RARE-LOOK_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem3efe8c6a09QQitemZ270558587401QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks#v4-41 > > Edward Perez > Snohomish, WA > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/wmgilroy at gmail.com From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 10 22:15:33 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 21:15:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> Message-ID: <633806.34993.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/10/10, Dean Hedin wrote: > It's a shame they don't put them in cars anymore. > Unless BMW is still making them. They most certainly are. Ron From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sat Apr 10 22:28:46 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 21:28:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Very reliable, but a very expensive rebuild. Arguably one of the most beautiful automobile engines ever built. V-12's are smogged and heavy and complex. The 4.2 was where they started smogging and detuning. I think the early 4.2 was still pure. Later ones started losing carbs and gaining air pumps. The V-12's have more plumbing than engine, and the cars got bigger and heavier. The 3.8 is also very fast, but the 4.2 had full synchro instead of the Moss box. > have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the inline 6's > are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? > > If they are maintained and taken care of they will last as long as a small > block? > > Possibly the greater issues with the E Type might have to do with the Lucas > components? > > Another question. . I have also heard that the straight 6 (more likely the > 4.3, not sure) is just about as fast as the Jag V-12? - that the differences > in acceleration are minimal. . and depending on the driver, the straight 6 > might even be faster? From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sat Apr 10 22:44:39 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 21:44:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Density of the Wax? In-Reply-To: <974251.72311.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: It doesn't say what happens if your aluminum radiator never lets the engine get over 180 degrees. > stays closed during engine warm-up, preventing coolant from leaving the engine > and circulating through the radiator until the correct running temperature is > achieved. Once the temperature of the coolant rises to between 180 and 195 F > (82-91 C), the car thermostat starts to open, allowing fluid to go through the > radiator to be cooled. And by the time the coolant reaches 200 to 218 F > (93-103 C), the auto thermostat is open all the way. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 11 06:32:52 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 08:32:52 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 Message-ID: <24f9d.6ed44256.38f31b74@aol.com> There are several big Jap straight 6s - from the Datsun 240/260Z to whatever Datsun call themselves these days - Nissan? Isn't the Skyline a straight 6? In a message dated 11/04/2010 06:08:29 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: straight 6 From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Apr 11 07:06:45 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 06:06:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 In-Reply-To: <24f9d.6ed44256.38f31b74@aol.com> References: <24f9d.6ed44256.38f31b74@aol.com> Message-ID: Originally a direct copy of the Chevy straight-6 (from 1929 thru the early 1960's) 216 .. 235 ... bill in oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 5:33 AM To: billyzoom at billyzoom.com; khargreaves2 at gmail.com; mhagopian at hoppetool.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 There are several big Jap straight 6s - from the Datsun 240/260Z to whatever Datsun call themselves these days - Nissan? Isn't the Skyline a straight 6? In a message dated 11/04/2010 06:08:29 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: straight 6 _______________________________________________ From hgmiller3 at qwest.net Sun Apr 11 07:39:24 2010 From: hgmiller3 at qwest.net (Herbert Miller) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 08:39:24 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 In-Reply-To: References: <24f9d.6ed44256.38f31b74@aol.com> Message-ID: <03d901cad97c$671daa90$3558ffb0$@net> Did Nissan ever make a push rod straight 6 ? Herb Miller -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of corvallis at peoplepc.com Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 8:07 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 Originally a direct copy of the Chevy straight-6 (from 1929 thru the early 1960's) 216 .. 235 ... bill in oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 5:33 AM To: billyzoom at billyzoom.com; khargreaves2 at gmail.com; mhagopian at hoppetool.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 There are several big Jap straight 6s - from the Datsun 240/260Z to whatever Datsun call themselves these days - Nissan? Isn't the Skyline a straight 6? In a message dated 11/04/2010 06:08:29 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: straight 6 _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/hgmiller3 at qwest.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Apr 11 08:53:52 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 07:53:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 In-Reply-To: References: <24f9d.6ed44256.38f31b74@aol.com> Message-ID: <70C9D68C242F492C901567F064163A48@spider> My error. It was a Toyota Land Cruiser (Jeep style) that I saw the straight-6 (Chevy copy) motor in. ...bill ============================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of corvallis at peoplepc.com Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:07 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 Originally a direct copy of the Chevy straight-6 (from 1929 thru the early 1960's) 216 .. 235 ... bill in oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 5:33 AM To: billyzoom at billyzoom.com; khargreaves2 at gmail.com; mhagopian at hoppetool.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Jap straight 6 There are several big Jap straight 6s - from the Datsun 240/260Z to whatever Datsun call themselves these days - Nissan? Isn't the Skyline a straight 6? From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Sun Apr 11 08:56:40 2010 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 10:56:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <4BC128E2.8050600@comcast.net> References: <4BC128E2.8050600@comcast.net> Message-ID: <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> Jag inline 6's are very reliable especially if you have a reputable builder build your motor weather it's stock or high performance. My grandfather is known in the jag community to be one of the only builders to make a jaguar engine not spil any oil. Jags are notorious for oil leaks and burning oil. His past customer put his engine in his xke roadster and drove 4000 miles around the country never having an oil leak and not burning one quart of oil! There are 3 motors available for the xke. Series 1 had a 3.8L shared with the mark 2, the series 1.5 and 2 had the 4.2L which shares the same head as the 3.8, and the series 3 v-12. The series 1 is my personal favorite, the v-12 is a beast if built correctly, I'm located in MA and we have a friend that has a 600whp v-12 and the car is called the beast, it is completely uncontrollable with 335/30/18 tires on the rear!! It's never been on the strip but at 100mph on a straightaway it will spin if u floor it! I know because it happened right in front of me at the track As for which is faster. The weight of the v12 is significant, it effects both handling and accel as you know, my only comment on it is that i have never seen a v12 on the track other than "the beast" and he won't race it, only track days. However I see many xke 4.2L at the track including myself and grandfather racing. We have a friend that has a 4.2L and runs with hsr and the only cars that beat him were a lotus 23b and a chevron with a chevy 350 motor in it, and he actually passed him and the chevron wrecked him because he was mad at Sebring a month ago. He beat Porsche 356, 911, 914-6, corvettes! He is an excellent driver and his car is setup perfectly. He finished 2nd in the feature race, ifinished I believe 21st and it was my first time driving that particular car :). There were 40 cars on the track. Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Apr 10, 2010, at 9:41 PM, Frank wrote: > Kirk Hargreaves wrote: >> Matt, >> >> >> I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the >> inline 6's >> are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? >> >> If they are maintained and taken care of they will last as long as >> a small >> block? >> >> > I think they would last LONGER than a small block chevy engine. > I had an XJ6 with 180,000 miles on it when I sold it. > All I did to it was replace the cam cover gaskets when I bought it > with 125,000 miles on it. > Sure the car had some Lucas issues but they were all just minor bad > grounds or dirty fuses that a wad of steel wool fixed. > The engine was the 2nd best part of that car right behind it's > styling. > > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > My own Fleet of Sprites From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Sun Apr 11 08:59:18 2010 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 10:59:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> References: <849822E9C17E491EA53862EB24FB6B0C@blackbox2> Message-ID: <866363DA-3964-4902-B0E3-874C99CD51E8@hoppetool.com> I also forgot to mention this.. They stopped putting rise engines in jags in 1970. Since then, British tanks have been run by the same jaguar xke 4.2 L motor for 35 years!! How about!! Btw they just switched to a diesel motors Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Apr 10, 2010, at 10:45 PM, "Dean Hedin" wrote: > The inline six is the only engine arrangement that is perfectly > balanced. > They don't need harmonic balancers to cancel out rocking motion > like V arrangements and large inline 4 cylinder engines. This > smoothness is often attributed to their longevity. > > It's a shame they don't put them in cars anymore. Unless BMW is > still making them. > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kirk Hargreaves" > >> I have been told by Jag mechanics, and have also read, that the >> inline 6's >> are very strong engines - as reliable as a small block V8? From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Sun Apr 11 09:27:11 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 10:27:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> References: <4BC128E2.8050600@comcast.net> <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: <30355C3E-14BF-48AE-A405-E180D247E180@comcast.net> Just an oversight I'm sure but.. Series 1 cars included the 3.8 (early cars) *and* the 4.2 (Later cars). Lester Series 1 4.2 FHC On Apr 11, 2010, at 9:56 AM, Matt Hagopian wrote: snip > There are 3 motors available for the xke. Series 1 had a 3.8L shared with the mark 2, the series 1.5 and 2 had the 4.2L which shares the same head as the 3.8, and the series 3 v-12. snip > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian From jimndi at frontiernet.net Sun Apr 11 09:52:05 2010 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim Fournier) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 11:52:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Dates? Message-ID: Anyone have the dates for Cariisle? Going to try and make it this year. Thanks J [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From 72spridget at gmail.com Sun Apr 11 09:54:18 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 10:54:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> References: <4BC128E2.8050600@comcast.net> <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: Sounds like someone has been brainwashed. Inline six engines are nice, but they have inherent issues, too. That is a mighty long and heavy crankshaft with a lot of main bearings; hardly ideal design. It is a tad heavier than the cast-iron SBC, too. As the old saying went, "Six in a row won't go". Anyone care to compare the MGC GT to the MGB GT V8? OK. yes they are great engines for tanks and trucks. If you want anecdotal evidence, perhaps someone out there remembers Rich Dagiel? Sadly, he died a few months ago, but in his day he did drive for the Jaguar team long enough to get his hands on a Lister Jag (BHL-112) in 1963. After racing it for a while with the original Jag-6, he got rather frustrated with its ability to lunch the valves and installed a smallblock Chevy using the Jag motor mounts. Lets just say that Jaguar was not amused by the new speed he found with it. David L From soavero at yahoo.com Sun Apr 11 10:05:39 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 09:05:39 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 In-Reply-To: <78EC0958-C4D2-41F7-8E3A-D0AC4DC37CAA@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: <619389.77882.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sun, 4/11/10, Matt Hagopian wrote: > my only comment on it is that i have never seen a v12 on the > track I saw Tullius's V-12 somewhere once - it may have been a copy. It seriously honked. Ron From biffjones at verizon.net Sun Apr 11 11:00:50 2010 From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:00:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Dates? References: Message-ID: <4AD7ED7282EA4F53852E1618B54D51CA@dell1> Jim, The dates for the Import & Kit National Show are May 21-23, 2010. I am planning to attend. Biff Jones 'Frogarri' '59 Bugeye 'Ole Gray' '61 AH Sprite in the "Healey Book" http://sprites2.homestead.com/ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sun Apr 11 12:02:06 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:02:06 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC; Fun With Power Equipment Message-ID: FW: YouTube - Liebherr Did you ever wonder what good Mechanical Engineers do for fun? Check out this German engineering feat. http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=RobaJKGMMiE From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 11 12:25:29 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 14:25:29 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Inline 6 Message-ID: <23851.edcc5bf.38f36e19@aol.com> Light tanks like the Scorpian and light armour. The heavy tanks used RR engines to my knowledge. In a message dated 11/04/2010 16:45:48 GMT Daylight Time, mhagopian at hoppetool.com writes: British tanks have been run by the same jaguar xke 4.2 L motor for 35 years!! From 72spridget at gmail.com Sun Apr 11 12:55:33 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:55:33 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC; Fun With Power Equipment In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: > Did you ever wonder what good Mechanical Engineers do for fun? > Check out this German engineering feat. > http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=RobaJKGMMiE REPEAT! From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sun Apr 11 13:45:55 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:45:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag Straight 6 at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma (Sears Point) Message-ID: I was at the Vintage Wine Cup Classic about 3 years ago. . only 30 - 40 minutes from where I live. A prepped straight 6 E Type against a field of V8 Cobra's. . fiber glass tube frame type Factory 5 type Cobras running small blocks. The E Type took the field. As it came into the finish it was ahead of the Cobra's by a good half lap. I loved the sound of that straight 6 as it came down the back straight. . what a site and what a sound! I was in the paddock when the E Type driver pulled in. Beautiful Jag drop top with one cool looking engine, 3 Webers and whatever else that went into the it. The comment from the driver, "They couldn't catch the Cat in the corners." Also to note, Infineon is not known for long straights. Had it been a different track with longer straight sections the outcome might have been different. Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sun Apr 11 13:56:53 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:56:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay Message-ID: Re: http://tinyurl.com/kinda-like-it Nice look - however it still looks raised up by about two inches? Is this the Triumph 1500 engine? When did they begin to put Triumph engines in the Midgets? Thanks, Kirk From pythias at pacifier.com Sun Apr 11 16:56:50 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 15:56:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 5 speed Speedo Cable Message-ID: <1513391389.20100411155650@pacifier.com> Hello Spridgets, I've had to install the speedo cable onto an angle drive of a Datsun 5 speed a couple of times now and I think I have the process. This assumes the engine is already in the car, and you're simply swopping cables. After fiddling for far too long, I put a TY-WRAP around the cable about 2" behind the gland nut. This did two things. It kept the gland nut from slipping back down out of reach, and it gave the ability to use TWO HANDS, one to align the pin and the other to hold up the cable at a good angle. Once the pin was started in the center, it was easy to spin the pin with the other end having been disconnected from the speedo itself, and to have the tang fit into the slot. Starting and turning the gland nut is still a PITA, but the hard part was DONE. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" From my brain, an organ with a mind of it's own. From stevenm at optonline.net Sun Apr 11 18:21:59 2010 From: stevenm at optonline.net (Steven Michelsen) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:21:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay References: Message-ID: <750FB4336EDA41759CA754642378DFCA@1705n3> RB midgets all got them, 75-79. Of course this one is sans-RB. Steve ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kirk Hargreaves" To: Cc: Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 3:56 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay > Re: > > http://tinyurl.com/kinda-like-it > > Nice look - however it still looks raised up by about two inches? > > Is this the Triumph 1500 engine? When did they begin to put Triumph engines > in the Midgets? > > Thanks, > > Kirk From froggi60 at gmail.com Sun Apr 11 20:45:15 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:45:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] BD Message-ID: Happy Birthday, Mark. -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From jjj at acsnet.com Sun Apr 11 20:53:24 2010 From: jjj at acsnet.com (jjj at acsnet.com) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 21:53:24 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! Message-ID: <3390.66.172.236.78.1271040804.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> I think I agree with David. The Jag 6 is a gorgeous engine and tough--I believe the cylinders are sleeved as are the crank seal joural's. As to the inherant balance, I'm not so sure. If my memory serves me correctly, and it does'nt always anymore, the privateer that won the C prod championship against the Datsun factory team the last year the 6 cyl E type could run, made the engine live by fitting a 454 chev harmonic balancer. The jag factory had given up on keeping the cranks in them. I believe the only engines that don't require balancing are flat engine's Kurt. From soavero at yahoo.com Sun Apr 11 21:41:07 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:41:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3390.66.172.236.78.1271040804.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: <992.14699.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> This is a good thread: http://www.zhome.com/ZCMnL/tech/harmonics.htm --- On Sun, 4/11/10, jjj at acsnet.com wrote: > From: jjj at acsnet.com > Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010, 9:53 PM > I think I agree with David. The Jag 6 > is a gorgeous engine and tough--I > believe the cylinders are sleeved as are the crank seal > joural's. > As to the inherant balance, I'm not so sure. If my > memory serves me > correctly, and it does'nt always anymore, the privateer > that won the C > prod championship against the Datsun factory team the last > year the 6 > cyl E type could run, made the engine live by fitting a 454 > chev > harmonic balancer. The jag factory had given up on keeping > the cranks in > them. > I believe the only engines that don't require balancing > are flat engine's > > Kurt. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From eap2140 at yahoo.com Sun Apr 11 22:04:41 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 21:04:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 5 speed Speedo Cable In-Reply-To: <1513391389.20100411155650@pacifier.com> References: <1513391389.20100411155650@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <216226.80581.qm@web33705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I found that to be a total PITA also. When I put in the 5 speed, I'm going to install the speedo and the slave as the engine/tranny is being lowered into the car. Or else, I'll call you to come up and show me! Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Bill L To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sun, April 11, 2010 3:56:50 PM Subject: [Spridgets] 5 speed Speedo Cable Hello Spridgets, I've had to install the speedo cable onto an angle drive of a Datsun 5 speed a couple of times now and I think I have the process. This assumes the engine is already in the car, and you're simply swopping cables. After fiddling for far too long, I put a TY-WRAP around the cable about 2" behind the gland nut. This did two things. It kept the gland nut from slipping back down out of reach, and it gave the ability to use TWO HANDS, one to align the pin and the other to hold up the cable at a good angle. Once the pin was started in the center, it was easy to spin the pin with the other end having been disconnected from the speedo itself, and to have the tang fit into the slot. Starting and turning the gland nut is still a PITA, but the hard part was DONE. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" From my brain, an organ with a mind of it's own. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Apr 11 22:30:21 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:30:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] ebay turbo kit... Message-ID: Seems like the price of that 485HP turbo kit is coming down... ebay item #260551670340 http://tinyurl.com/y99utzf $299 Who wants to be the Guinea pig? From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 00:22:56 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:22:56 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay In-Reply-To: <750FB4336EDA41759CA754642378DFCA@1705n3> References: <750FB4336EDA41759CA754642378DFCA@1705n3> Message-ID: On Sun, Apr 11, 2010 at 6:21 PM, Steven Michelsen wrote: RB midgets all got them, 75-79. Of course this one is sans-RB. Is this the Triumph 1500 engine? When did they begin to put Triumph engines in the Midgets? Kirk Actually, there were a few late 1974 cars that had the RBs and 1275... Not very many though! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Apr 12 07:10:28 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:10:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <992.14699.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <992.14699.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: > http://www.zhome.com/ZCMnL/tech/harmonics.htm So how long will the rubber in our ancient A-series harmonic balancers stay flexible enough to do its job? Should a rebuilt engine have a new one as a matter of course, like new gaskets? Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Apr 12 07:20:30 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:20:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] ebay turbo kit... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0C9A7C1735CD4FD29A4F3C4457F157B9@Home> > Seems like the price of that 485HP turbo kit is coming down... > ebay item #260551670340 > http://tinyurl.com/y99utzf If you search their site, you will find five listings for what appears to be this same T3T4 kit priced from $1600 to $300. There has to be something suspicious about that. Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite Long Island, NY From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Apr 12 08:03:50 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 07:03:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] harmonic balancer question In-Reply-To: References: <992.14699.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: The advice on an antique Chevy truck site is to wait for the rubber to go, then remove it and send it to "The Damper Dude" (Google him) and he'll set you right, affordably too." ...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: Monday, April 12, 2010 6:10 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jag engine! > http://www.zhome.com/ZCMnL/tech/harmonics.htm So how long will the rubber in our ancient A-series harmonic balancers stay flexible enough to do its job? Should a rebuilt engine have a new one as a matter of course, like new gaskets? Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY _______________________________________________ From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 12 09:00:01 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 08:00:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > So how long will the rubber in our ancient A-series harmonic balancers stay > flexible enough to do its job? Should a rebuilt engine have a new one The new ones don't have rubber in them. I have a new one from Austin Healey Spares. What's the consensus on that? It's solid metal. From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Mon Apr 12 10:05:57 2010 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:05:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3390.66.172.236.78.1271040804.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> References: <3390.66.172.236.78.1271040804.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: <1F4711AC-EA6E-4B90-82F4-BA24503F639D@hoppetool.com> I don't believe they are sleeved, they are extremely heavy castings.. There is a LOT of room as they use the same block for a 4.2 L as a 3.8.. Our 4.2 is bored .040 over with no sleeves and running 12:1 pistons. The engines are beautiful especially with tripple webers on there!! Oh I forgot to add before.. The 4.2L is perfectly balanced with a 50/50 weight distribution. Inline 6's are supposed to be the second most balanced motor to the boxer 4, however jags come with a heavy duty harmonic balancer Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Apr 11, 2010, at 10:53 PM, jjj at acsnet.com wrote: > I think I agree with David. The Jag 6 is a gorgeous engine and > tough--I > believe the cylinders are sleeved as are the crank seal joural's. > As to the inherant balance, I'm not so sure. If my memory serves me > correctly, and it does'nt always anymore, the privateer that won the C > prod championship against the Datsun factory team the last year the 6 > cyl E type could run, made the engine live by fitting a 454 chev > harmonic balancer. The jag factory had given up on keeping the > cranks in > them. > I believe the only engines that don't require balancing are flat > engine's > > Kurt. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com From jmj3351 at comcast.net Mon Apr 12 10:22:51 2010 From: jmj3351 at comcast.net (jmj3351 at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:22:51 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <846337572.6868131271089371595.JavaMail.root@sz0087a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> The spitfidget started in late 74 and continued until they quit in about 80. It gets a bad rap, but they are pretty good cars for dependability. A bunch of torque is manufactured by that little engine. If you can get a 76 with the high compression that makes some RPMs, you can easily squeeze 100hp out of it with minor tuning. The 1500 is a stroker version of the 1300 and the 1300 was an excellent engine. ----- Original Message ----- From: "CosmicMag1380" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 2:22:56 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay On Sun, Apr 11, 2010 at 6:21 PM, Steven Michelsen wrote: RB midgets all got them, 75-79. B Of course this one is sans-RB. Is this the Triumph 1500 engine? B When did they begin to put Triumph engines in the Midgets? Kirk Actually, there were a few late 1974 cars that had the RBs and 1275... Not very many though! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jmj3351 at comcast.net From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 12 10:49:21 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:49:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <665501.23211.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Mon, 4/12/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > Should a rebuilt engine have a new one as a matter of > course, like new gaskets? I replaced one last engine build, and will be doing the same on the motor on my workbench. The Moss one through the usual suspects has the rubber ring and has held up fine for me over the past 5 years. Ron From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 11:06:35 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:06:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget on eBay In-Reply-To: <846337572.6868131271089371595.JavaMail.root@sz0087a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <846337572.6868131271089371595.JavaMail.root@sz0087a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: > If you can get a 76 with the > high compression that makes some RPMs, you can easily squeeze 100hp out of it > with minor tuning. The 1500 is a stroker version of the 1300 and the 1300 was > an excellent engine. But don't forget that even the Spitfire people prefer the 1300cc version of the engine over the 1500. Like the A-series, that family of engines started around 800cc and was progressively bored and stroked over the years to eventually wind up as a 1500. Like the 400cid small block chevy and the 1480cc A-Series, a lot gets sacrificed for the sake of a little more displacement and the results are not necessarily as good, especially from a reliability perspective. That said, the low-end torque of the 1500 is a nice thing. David L From jjj at acsnet.com Mon Apr 12 11:49:02 2010 From: jjj at acsnet.com (jjj at acsnet.com) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:49:02 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! Message-ID: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Thanks to Ron Soave I think I finally have my head around engine balance and concede. 6 and V12 engine's are inherantly balanced. The rotating mass at the front of the crank that I have heard called a "harmonic balancer" should only be called a vibration dampner. So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is balanced what has been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted to the same figure? Kurt. From shop at justbrits.com Mon Apr 12 12:02:12 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:02:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] harmonic balancer question In-Reply-To: References: <992.14699.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BC36024.3050804@justbrits.com> << The advice on an antique Chevy truck site is to wait for the rubber to go, then remove it and send it to "The Damper Dude" (Google him) and he'll set you right, affordably too." >> Sorry Bill, I don't agree with that "premise" -:) !!! If I am in doubt about one WHILE I am building a new motor, it gets done THEN - NOT after it self- destructs whilst my self, my wife or a customer is out motoring around most likely AT SPEED. NOT kewl !! Ed PS: Our racing Member WST uses "Damper Doctor" .........IIRC. From mark at bradakis.com Mon Apr 12 12:38:38 2010 From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:38:38 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] BD Message-ID: <4BC368AE.4000007@bradakis.com> thanks, April 11th was indeed my birthday. And back in 1991 Team.Net became an officially registered domain, so Team.Net turned 19 years old yesterday as well. So also happy birthday to us! mjb. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Apr 12 12:41:54 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:41:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> References: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: I would also cc the heads. Some will also spin balance the crank, allowing for the (recripcating) weight of the rods and pistons. ...bill in oregon =================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of jjj at acsnet.com Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 10:49 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! Thanks to Ron Soave I think I finally have my head around engine balance and concede. 6 and V12 engine's are inherantly balanced. The rotating mass at the front of the crank that I have heard called a "harmonic balancer" should only be called a vibration dampner. So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is balanced what has been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted to the same figure? Kurt. _______________________________________________ From froggi60 at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 12:48:08 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:48:08 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> References: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: Always "end-balance" the rods. Do the pins as well. Heck, go crazy, 'button' the pistons! Remove sharp edges...everywhere. You are doing the crank, right. Pulleys? Flywheel, P-plate? Then there's that darn drive shaft.... Herb PS I've found little value in balancing the muffler bearings. On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 10:49 AM, wrote: > Thanks to Ron Soave I think I finally have my head around engine balance > and concede. 6 and V12 engine's are inherantly balanced. The rotating mass > at the front of the crank that I have heard called a "harmonic balancer" > should only be called a vibration dampner. > So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is balanced what has > been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted to the same figure? > > > Kurt. From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Mon Apr 12 12:54:22 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:54:22 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> References: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: Lightening and lightening bug my good man.. an inherently balanced engine means that by it's design it is less susceptible to vibrations about an axis while a performance balanced engine has to do with dynamically balancing all of the rotating engine bits to minimize their effect on vibration by matching static weights of components and matching those to the offsetting rotating components. it allows, theoretically, a higher max speed with less chance of a particular component failing. Lester On Apr 12, 2010, at 12:49 PM, jjj at acsnet.com wrote: > Thanks to Ron Soave I think I finally have my head around engine > balance > and concede. 6 and V12 engine's are inherantly balanced. The > rotating mass > at the front of the crank that I have heard called a "harmonic > balancer" > should only be called a vibration dampner. > So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is balanced what has > been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted to the same > figure? > > > Kurt. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Apr 12 14:40:28 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:40:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: The crank, flywheel, pressure plate, and damper have to be balanced as a unit by drilling or grinding a little here and there. Everything needs to be indexed so it will always go together the same way. Then the rods have to weight the same, but in the right places because part of their weight is rotational and part is reciprocal. Then anything else that moves needs to weigh the same. Some people are more OCD about this than others. A good machinist "should" know what to take off where. The same thing would be done to a 6cyl. or V12 if you're doing a serious rebuild. You don't get to skip it because the design is inherently balanced. Soave will chime in if I got any of that wrong. BZ From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 12 14:44:16 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:44:16 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! Message-ID: <8e71b.1aa536f.38f4e020@aol.com> It will mean what they mean it to say. The usual things are Crank, flywheel and crank damper - dynamically balanced. Rods can be balanced for weight (each end in a set weighs the same), not sure about pistons - they're more likely to be corrected so a set all weighs the same. In a message dated 12/04/2010 19:29:50 GMT Daylight Time, jjj at acsnet.com writes: So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is balanced what has been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted to the same figure? From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 15:08:39 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:08:39 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Old Guy, Motorcycles and Airplanes Message-ID: I was sitting in the waiting room at my doctor's office today and spoke to an older fellow there waiting too. He saw my motorcycle garb and asked me about riding. He told me that he had ridden on the back of motorcycles but never felt inclined to try driving one. He stated that he did not have the "self-confidence" to try it. We continued talking and I found out that he was a fighter pilot in WWII... He flew P-51 Mustangs! He said that he flew 43 combat missions all told. This guy didn't have the self-confidence to drive a motorcycle??? I would never have guessed if he didn't say so!!! Once more time: Thanks to all of you veterans and active duty personnel. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From shop at justbrits.com Mon Apr 12 15:27:19 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:27:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: References: <3246.66.172.236.85.1271094542.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: <4BC39037.9030509@justbrits.com> << PS I've found little value in balancing the muffler bearings. >> BUT Herb, one SHOULD do the NEW Omni Bearings [automotive type ONLY]; mandatory as the "new" ones are very poorly done from factory. Of course that IS relying on your shop or supplier to locate them. Me From biffjones at verizon.net Mon Apr 12 16:31:48 2010 From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:31:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Import & Kit Car Show Message-ID: <7E10C73661A2407395AF44A17FEA2285@dell1> All just a reminder if you are planning to go to the show in May 21-23, the prices will go up $10 next week (19th) for the show field, vendor spaces, and camping. Daily entrance fees are the same. You can file online and if you do before the 19th Carlisle will send your stickers to your home, no standing in line the day of the show to get your vehicle stickers (something new this year). From Miniac7 at aol.com Mon Apr 12 17:19:01 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:19:01 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Import & Kit Car Show Message-ID: <20001.8b0afe6.38f50465@aol.com> Any listers planning to camp out? A group camping event could push me over the fence on the side of attending for the first time since the Jubilee year. I've been thinking of going to Carlisle on Firday and Saturday then going over to New Jersey Motorsports Park for the final day of vintage races on Sunday. Howard Collins From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 18:30:26 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:30:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Congratulations your photo has been selected... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: If you don't mind helping out my friend.... Thank you, Brad My granddaughter in her Easter outfit. Please vote for Brigid!!!!!! [image: i'm] EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD Join me ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:44:45 -0400 From: newsletters at emails.parents.com To: srlemley at hotmail.com Subject: Congratulations your photo has been selected... [image: Parents] Vote Today! Congratulations! 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All Rights Reserved |Privacy Policy| By using this site you agree to our Terms of Service. facebook Twitter -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From frog.aye at gmail.com Mon Apr 12 18:51:50 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:51:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <665501.23211.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <665501.23211.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 9:49 AM, Ron Soave wrote: > --- On Mon, 4/12/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > > Should a rebuilt engine have a new one as a matter of > > course, like new gaskets? > > I replaced one last engine build, and will be doing the same on the motor > on my workbench. The Moss one through the usual suspects has the rubber ring > and has held up fine for me over the past 5 years. > > One can also have the damper rebuilt. See the Damper Doctor http://www.damperdoctor.com/ Much less expensive than a new one, assuming that the old pulley is in decent shape. NFI, etc. I have not actually used them as my new damper is Cooper S style from MiniSpares. (it doesn't say "Maniflow" on it, however!) Hal From abcoz at hky.com Mon Apr 12 19:35:47 2010 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:35:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Import & Kit Car Show In-Reply-To: <7E10C73661A2407395AF44A17FEA2285@dell1> References: <7E10C73661A2407395AF44A17FEA2285@dell1> Message-ID: Thanks for the reminder, Biff. That's good information (the online registration) to have. Bud Osbourne ----- Original Message ----- From: "Biff Jones" To: ; "Spridgets" ; Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 6:31 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Carlisle Import & Kit Car Show > All just a reminder if you are planning to go to the show in May 21-23, > the > prices will go up $10 next week (19th) for the show field, vendor spaces, > and > camping. Daily entrance fees are the same. You can file online and if you > do > before the 19th Carlisle will send your stickers to your home, no standing > in > line the day of the show to get your vehicle stickers (something new this > year). From kk7ss at verizon.net Mon Apr 12 20:13:58 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:13:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Congratulations your photo has been selected... In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: <4BC3D366.7021.2A34E9A@kk7ss.verizon.net> Done.. She'd gotta be prettier than Gramps ;-)) Dave G. From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 12 20:53:57 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:53:57 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Safety Dance (Spridget lineage and Little People content) Message-ID: <551111.3181.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Some Spridget lineage here - stick with it. I met Bruce Murphy, a friend of Billy Zoom's, a few years ago, and we became fast friends. Bruce once had a RWA Midget, was an avid racer in his native Canada with some great stories, and swears his gonna lend me his WRX STi on the track next month. He was a founding member of "The Basement Miata Club" a long time ago with a guy named Keith Tanner (now "Flyin' Miata" Keith). Anyway. Bruce is also my dentist and in the past played keyboards for Men Without Hats, the 1980s more-than one hit wonders. Bruce sent a link to a new interpretation of "The Safety Dance", their biggest hit. Check it out -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p023YD3DDPg It got cold tonight, pardon the mid Winter regression... Ron From pelliott at innercite.com Mon Apr 12 20:57:28 2010 From: pelliott at innercite.com (Patrick Elliott) Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:57:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Jag engine! In-Reply-To: References: <665501.23211.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <019001cadab5$0f25ed40$2d71c7c0$@com> Jag tie in--- I had a 95' XJ12 that the damper, balancer, thingy broke. It sheared the rubber between the two parts. With the addition of a little oil, it was a great bearing. It only drove the Alternator, which caused some consternation. The alternator would work with the engine at idle and no load. Rev it up and it wouldn't. You couldn't see it very well installed to see that it was not speeding up with the rest of the motor. After talking the damn thing out three times, having it rebuilt(+$220) because we could think of anything else to do, I was under the car (on a lift)triple checking all the wiring while I had an accomplice increase the rpm and I noticed that it didn't appear to be turning the same speed as everything else. In fact with all the lights on it was very slowly rotating.. I could grab the belt and stop it. Jag want almost $900 for a new one, salvage was half the price on new. Found a guy in Eugene who re-poured it for $76. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Hal Faulkner Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 5:52 PM To: Ron Soave Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Jag engine! On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 9:49 AM, Ron Soave wrote: > --- On Mon, 4/12/10, Michael Rowe wrote: > > Should a rebuilt engine have a new one as a matter of > > course, like new gaskets? > > I replaced one last engine build, and will be doing the same on the motor > on my workbench. The Moss one through the usual suspects has the rubber ring > and has held up fine for me over the past 5 years. > > One can also have the damper rebuilt. See the Damper Doctor http://www.damperdoctor.com/ Much less expensive than a new one, assuming that the old pulley is in decent shape. NFI, etc. I have not actually used them as my new damper is Cooper S style from MiniSpares. (it doesn't say "Maniflow" on it, however!) Hal Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pelliott at innercite.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.801 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2804 - Release Date: 04/11/10 23:32:00 From dlh2001 at comcast.net Mon Apr 12 22:18:28 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:18:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. Message-ID: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> I had to mail order some stuff to get this job done. Three different things I needed from three different outfits. All of the orders got scewed up in one way or another. I mean, how can the plumbing outfit that sells 2 inch PVC tape know that I'm trying to put wires on my car? Some of these screwups have a weird "backwards in time" element to them. That's how I know it's a higher power. I'm dealing with pre-destined obstructions here. The idea was nixed long before I even thought about it. ..and I am not even at the point of "find good place to mount tires to wheels" yet. Countless more things that can still go wrong. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 00:39:26 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:39:26 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: ..and I am not even at the point of "find good place to mount tires to wheels" yet. Dean, Mount them yourself. You can do it with a couple of large screwdrivers if you are careful. If you can't be careful, get some bicycle tire spoons. I mount them myself and then take them to be balanced. The 13 inch tires are plenty flexible in order to get them on the rims. You don't need no stinkin' machine to do it! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From grday at btinternet.com Tue Apr 13 05:04:49 2010 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:04:49 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: <170B66C6F4A04EC7A3E7646B8A6B616F@user8634b3d69b> It's OK to fit them yourself but some of the things I've found.... (Rule 1 - let somebody else do it !!!! LOL) Large screwdrivers tend to have square corners, these cut into the bead - as do many 'builders' crow bars. (Grind the corners off!) Lubricate both bead and rim (washing-up liquid or soft soap) when fitting. If you can't get the bead over the rim fairly easily you are doing it wrong (normally the opposing side isn't down in the wheel well or you have one of the run-flat systems fitted.) If the tyre has a coloured dot on the sidewall (typically yellow) it should be aligned with the valve for better balance issues. If you can't get the beads seated sufficiently to inflate the tyre put a broad ratchet strap round the middle of the tyre and tighten it up a little. This forces the beads into their seats. DO NOT inflate the tyre more than needed to seat the beads with the ratchet strap on. Over inflate the tyre by 20psi or so to seat the bead onto the rim then lower the pressure to the correct running pressure. Tyres 'wear in' directionally, if using pre-used ones try to keep them to the same side. Some folk have issues over tyre rotation and wear because of this. Check for cracks and splits BEFORE fitting. You can do your own (fairly decent) balancing job by using a jacked up free turning the front hub and marking where the wheel comes to rest, down is heaviest. Try to avoid tyres with coloured lines round the tread or, if you have them, use them as a mirror matching pair on one axle. (Give me a shout if you need more info on this.) Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "CosmicMag1380" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 7:39 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. > On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > ..and I am not even at the point of "find good place to mount tires > to wheels" yet. > > Dean, > > Mount them yourself. You can do it with a couple of large screwdrivers > if you are careful. If you can't be careful, get some bicycle tire > spoons. I mount them myself and then take them to be balanced. The 13 > inch tires are plenty flexible in order to get them on the rims. You > don't need no stinkin' machine to do it! > > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... > 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From derf247 at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 09:02:34 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:02:34 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 12:39 AM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > ..and I am not even at the point of "find good place to mount tires > to wheels" yet. > I've mounted them myself. I have some motorcycle spoons, though. It isn't hard. I stuffed 175/70s on there and liked the results. Here in town there is "a guy" who can do wires properly. If I had a Jag or something with expensive wires, I'd take them to him. The guy is actually the owner of a pretty big outfit. He doesn't do any other labor. When someone brings in wires he puts on a jumpsuit over his business attire and goes to work. If you don't have "a guy" in your town and don't want to do them yourself, then find a good motorcycle shop. Cycle Gear is a chain. They do many motorcycle tires so they are used to spokes and thin rims. They also do low profile crotch rocket tires on alloy wheels which are a royal pain because they don't stretch easily. So, they can probably get it done for a minimal cost and they are used to working spoked wheels. From jjj at acsnet.com Tue Apr 13 10:21:23 2010 From: jjj at acsnet.com (jjj at acsnet.com) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:21:23 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Re; ect; Jag engine! Message-ID: <3056.66.172.236.86.1271175683.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Thanks for all the excellent comeback on this. I understand balancing everything that is immovable but I have never understood balancing the crank itself. I'm sure there is plenty of info on this so pls don't waste to much time on it but can someone give a concise answer on balancing the crank. I assume that counterweights are fitted to the rod journal's but I have never understood how that weight is determined. You are dealing with a mass[rod and piston] that is constantly changing its distance from the center of rotation and hence its crank counterwieght requirement. I assume the goal is just something that limits the stress'es. Is the fitted counterwieght a certain percentage of the rod and piston weight or what? Kurt. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 13 10:47:44 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:47:44 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! Message-ID: <1a770.7cea3209.38f5fa30@aol.com> Bob, Yes - because I never said my list was definitive. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 13/04/2010 03:12:17 GMT Daylight Time, spriteracer98 at yahoo.com writes: No.........have got to weigh everything. Pistons with rings, pins, and pin retainers. Rods overall weight as well as big end, small end. The weights of big end togeather with bearings are then clamped on to crank throws as bob weights. Then the crank is spun for static and dynimic [sp] balance. weight is removed or added to crank counter weights as required. Balance should be whithin 1/10 gram weight. At least that is how my machinest does it. Ever see a two cylinder ultralight airplane? Chanses are my machinest made and balanced the engine. Bob Walker --- On Mon, 4/12/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Re;Re;[Spridgets ] Jag engine! > To: jjj at acsnet.com, spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Monday, April 12, 2010, 1:44 PM > It will mean what they mean it to > say. The usual things are Crank, > flywheel and crank damper - dynamically balanced. > Rods can be balanced for > weight (each end in a set weighs the same), not sure about > pistons - they're > more likely to be corrected so a set all weighs the same. > > In a message dated 12/04/2010 19:29:50 GMT Daylight Time, > jjj at acsnet.com > > writes: > > So, now, my question is when someone says a 4 cyl is > balanced what has > been done to it? Just the rods and pistons weighted > to the same figure? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/spriteracer98 at yahoo.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 13 10:49:38 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:49:38 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Safety Dance (Spridget lineage and Little People content) Message-ID: <1a9c8.46a9fe92.38f5faa2@aol.com> I'm old enought to remember this being a hit even in the UK though I was still at school. I thought they were an Australian group. It was a great song. In a message dated 13/04/2010 04:31:23 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com writes: The Safety Dance From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 13 10:51:08 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:51:08 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. Message-ID: <1ab89.527f5aea.38f5fafc@aol.com> I'd try asking for forgiveness... Weslake-Monza 1330 on 5.5" wires In a message dated 13/04/2010 05:58:27 GMT Daylight Time, dlh2001 at comcast.net writes: I had to mail order some stuff to get this job done. Three different things I needed from three different outfits. All of the orders got scewed up in one way or another. I mean, how can the plumbing outfit that sells 2 inch PVC tape know that I'm trying to put wires on my car? Some of these screwups have a weird "backwards in time" element to them. That's how I know it's a higher power. I'm dealing with pre-destined obstructions here. The idea was nixed long before I even thought about it. ..and I am not even at the point of "find good place to mount tires to wheels" yet. Countless more things that can still go wrong. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Apr 13 11:21:04 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:21:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Re; ect; Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3056.66.172.236.86.1271175683.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: It's just like a ceiling fan. > I assume that counterweights are fitted to the rod journal's but I have > never understood how that weight is determined. You are dealing with a > mass[rod and piston] that is constantly changing its distance from the > center of rotation and hence its crank counterwieght requirement. I > assume the goal is just something that limits the stress'es. Is the > fitted counterwieght a certain percentage of the rod and piston weight or > what? From 72spridget at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 12:42:42 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:42:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: <1ab89.527f5aea.38f5fafc@aol.com> References: <1ab89.527f5aea.38f5fafc@aol.com> Message-ID: No offense, Weslake, but I think that god is right. From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Tue Apr 13 13:33:35 2010 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:33:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re; ect; Jag engine! In-Reply-To: <3056.66.172.236.86.1271175683.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> References: <3056.66.172.236.86.1271175683.squirrel@www.acsnet.com> Message-ID: <24F1333C-81F8-4F4C-9856-0F092069045E@comcast.net> There is a machine that will allow the entire rotating assembly, from front to rear, to be spun and then balanced. Lester On Apr 13, 2010, at 11:21 AM, jjj at acsnet.com wrote: > Thanks for all the excellent comeback on this. I understand balancing > everything that is immovable but I have never understood balancing the > crank itself. I'm sure there is plenty of info on this so pls don't > waste > to much time on it but can someone give a concise answer on > balancing the > crank. > I assume that counterweights are fitted to the rod journal's but I > have > never understood how that weight is determined. You are dealing with a > mass[rod and piston] that is constantly changing its distance from the > center of rotation and hence its crank counterwieght requirement. I > assume the goal is just something that limits the stress'es. Is the > fitted counterwieght a certain percentage of the rod and piston > weight or > what? > > Kurt. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 15:26:40 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:26:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spritely Message-ID: Spent a little time in the 'library' thumbing thru "Spritely Years". I will never tire of John's book...excellent read. If you don't have it, get it. If you can't get it, borrow it. Mahalo John. Herb -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 15:27:47 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:27:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Pawn Star Question Message-ID: I finally caught the Pawn Star episode with the Sprite on my Tivo. The mechanic said that the Sprite had spun it's bearings. How would he be able to know that without taking the engine apart, or maybe he pulled the pan? What noises would you typically hear when the bearings spin? I wish one of you guys could have talked to the Pawn Shop owner dude regarding the quote of $6,000 to rebuild that engine. I know it would be a lot less. . but about how much to have it rebuilt, like for example by someone on our list. . ? Last engine (and only engine) I have ever rebuilt was a small block 327 Chevy for a 1967 Camaro. Kirk From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Tue Apr 13 16:36:48 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 18:36:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Larry, When I first recieved info on this head last year, the pictures provided were of your car with the head installed. Was your car the first one that the head was installed on? Wonder why Pierce doesn't have any other pictures to use for the promotion. They should have asked your permission to use it in advertising, even if they may have given you a deal on it. Have you had a chance to drive it more lately? Or perchance a before and after dyno session? Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > From: millerls at ado13.com > Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:48:03 -0700 > To: dslextreme.com rrengineer at dslextreme.com > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay > > That's Pierce Manifolds head. That picture is of my engine. > > Larry Miller > > On Apr 4, 2010, at 4:14 PM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > > > http://tinyurl.com/yjsdjpu* > > * > > Anyone know anything about this head, who manufactures, etc.* *Seller > > familiar? > > Mike MacLean > _______________________________________________ > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 From nases at verizon.net Tue Apr 13 17:15:42 2010 From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:15:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC Ferrari Commercial link Message-ID: <5BCA2C07-D8A5-4DE7-91FC-C4BF7CC98AFC@verizon.net> This was on commercial tv for awhile but still fun to watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_kwxzU4wL4&feature=related Phil Nase Quakertown, PA http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Tue Apr 13 17:34:47 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:34:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Spritely In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Herb, I just got a copy signed by both John S. and Tom Coulthard. Tom reprinted 500 copies from the original negatives for the Sprite's 50th. He still has a few copies left if anyone is interested. Beautiful re-print. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 2:26 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > > > Spent a little time in the 'library' thumbing thru "Spritely Years". > > I will never tire of John's book...excellent read. > > If you don't have it, get it. If you can't get it, borrow it. > > Mahalo John. > > Herb > > -- > Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you > forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which > includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not > wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the > history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being > propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. > > No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous > electrons were horribly inconvenienced. > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > __._,_.___ > Reply to sender | Reply to group| Reply > via web post| Start > a New Topic > Messages in this topic( > 1) > Recent Activity: > > - New Members > 2 > > Visit Your Group > If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite > Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com > If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the > group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and > change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. > [image: Yahoo! Groups] > Switch to: Text-Only, > Daily Digest > Unsubscribe  Terms > of Use > . > > __,_._,___ From millerls at ado13.com Tue Apr 13 17:52:09 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:52:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Yes it is my car in the pictures and it is the 1st head of the series. Pierce is not even advertising the head and is selling them at a pretty good clip. I decided that I was not up to bugging the guy about using the pictures without permission. Ed gave him a blast which I think he ignored. Larry On Apr 13, 2010, at 3:36 PM, brian S wrote: > Larry, > > When I first recieved info on this head last year, the pictures provided were of your car with the head installed. > Was your car the first one that the head was installed on? > Wonder why Pierce doesn't have any other pictures to use for the promotion. > They should have asked your permission to use it in advertising, even if they may have given you a deal on it. > > Have you had a chance to drive it more lately? Or perchance a before and after dyno session? > > Brian S. > Bugeyeracer finally restored! From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Apr 13 17:52:22 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:52:22 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: I might mount them myself. I have a set of good tire irons. I worked at a motorcycle shop during summers in high school. I mounted plenty of tires back then. I even thought of dismounting the nice set of low mileage Dunlop SP4's I have on the disc wheels presently. But then I thought if I put new rubber on the wires then, if I had any issues, I could quickly switch back to the disc wheels in a pinch. And, although the SP4's are in perfect condition, they are over 10 years old. My experience is that old tires tend to seperate some rubber from the bead because they tend to stick to the rim when you dismount them. BTW, does everyone know the "DIY method" to break the bead on an already mounted tire? You remove the valve to let out all the air and then you set the tire/wheel flat on the pavement. You then drive over just the tire portion with another vehicle's tire (being careful not to hit the rim) Along with the tire irons, that is how I dismounted all the junk tires from the wire wheels when I first got them. But of course, this was all long after the concept was nixed by the supreme being. ----- Original Message ----- From: "CosmicMag1380" > Mount them yourself. You can do it with a couple of large screwdrivers > if you are careful. If you can't be careful, get some bicycle tire > spoons. I mount them myself and then take them to be balanced. The 13 > inch tires are plenty flexible in order to get them on the rims. You > don't need no stinkin' machine to do it! From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 13 18:25:32 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:25:32 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Pawn Star Question In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <881443.83044.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Tue, 4/13/10, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > I know it would be a lot less. . but about how much > to have it rebuilt, > like for example by someone on our list. . ? It costs modification to a Conrad Johnson preamp (coincidental). I have an 18 month head start and the preamp modifier might still beat me. Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 13 18:27:37 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:27:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Safety Dance (Spridget lineage and Little People content) In-Reply-To: <1a9c8.46a9fe92.38f5faa2@aol.com> Message-ID: <559735.20986.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I think the Aussies were "Men At Work". Colin was lead singer of one, Ivan of the other. Very similar... --- On Tue, 4/13/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Safety Dance (Spridget lineage and Little People content) To: soavero at yahoo.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 13, 2010, 11:49 AM I'm old enought to remember this being a hit even in the UK though I was still at school. I thought they were an Australian group. It was a great song. In a message dated 13/04/2010 04:31:23 GMT Daylight Time, soavero at yahoo.com writes: The Safety Dance From 72spridget at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 18:49:30 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:49:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: <-177109173113433590@unknownmsgid> > Ed gave him a blast which I think he ignored. Probably already had his ED filter up. David L From spritenut at comcast.net Tue Apr 13 19:47:13 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:47:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pawn Star Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC51EA1.2060309@comcast.net> Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > > What noises would you typically hear when the bearings spin? > Spun main bearings sounds like a siren. Spun rod bearings sound like rod knocks, or a sewing machine. > > I know it would be a lot less. . but about how much to have it rebuilt, > like for example by someone on our list. . ? > > I can rebuild an engine for about $1000 not going crazy. I can do it for a lot less if I was a pawn shop and was going to resell the car. Turn the crank $200 replace bearings $100 new rings $100 Gaskets $60 That would be bare bones. I would, and always do, replace the oil pump, water pump, thrust washers, so there is another $125 or so. Boring and new pistons adds a few hundred bucks, cam, lifters, head job, etc adds another few hundred bucks. But $6000 is a nice new race preped engine, right Ron? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 13 20:10:45 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:10:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: <4BC52425.70507@justbrits.com> << I even thought of dismounting the nice set of low mileage Dunlop SP4's I have on the disc wheels presently. >> Might as well Dean, 'cause you NEED new tyres for the steel rims. Six [6] to eight [8] years are ABSOLUTE MAX for tyres and it starts from Date of Manuf., NOT date of purchase !!! Ed From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Tue Apr 13 21:55:17 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:55:17 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: <-177109173113433590@unknownmsgid> References: , <-177109173113433590@unknownmsgid> Message-ID: <002001cadb86$4c34cdb0$e49e6910$@rr.com> Probably due to the mention of "chaps" and "Ed" in the same message. Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 7:50 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay > Ed gave him a blast which I think he ignored. Probably already had his ED filter up. David L Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Apr 13 22:57:36 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:57:36 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: References: <824F8DD85DE94DF286B525106697D705@blackbox2> Message-ID: On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 5:52 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: BTW, does everyone know the "DIY method" to break the bead on an already mounted tire? I use a couple of large C clamps and a piece of steel plate on both sides of the tire. Work the C clamps equally till the bead pops off. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Apr 14 06:44:31 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 05:44:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Pawn Star Question Message-ID: <28224.46831.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Tue, 4/13/10, Frank wrote: > But $6000 is a nice new race preped engine, right Ron? I've done them both ways. On the high end: 700 J&E forges pistons 400 billet cam 1400 head 500 rockers (used) 400 exhaust 800 carb/intake emods 400 for crank lightened by 3 to 4 pounds 300 for ancillaries (water, oil pumps) 170 for bearings not made of gum wrappers 100 for distributor rebuild/recurve 300 for balancing at Darrell Waltrip's machine shop 1000 machine work, including o-ring the block 200 misc 300 dyno So, yeah, $6000+ is easy (without assembly labor), but not likely! Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Apr 14 06:48:07 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 05:48:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Pics (was Re: Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: <002001cadb86$4c34cdb0$e49e6910$@rr.com> Message-ID: <623630.62033.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Speaking of pics of our stuff, watch your "Car Guys" weekly email - they are using a picture of my White Trash in its garage ("The Dumpster") in an upcoming mailing featuring customers' garages. Ron --- On Tue, 4/13/10, Chris Manuel wrote: > From: Chris Manuel > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay > To: "'David Lieb'" <72spridget at gmail.com>, "'Spridgets'" > Date: Tuesday, April 13, 2010, 10:55 PM > Probably due to the mention of > "chaps" and "Ed" in the same message. > > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] > On Behalf Of David Lieb > Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 7:50 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay > > > Ed gave him a blast which I think he ignored. > > > Probably already had his ED filter up. > David L > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Wed Apr 14 06:57:45 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:57:45 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossflow Head on Fleabay In-Reply-To: <002001cadb86$4c34cdb0$e49e6910$@rr.com> References: , , , , , <-177109173113433590@unknownmsgid>, <002001cadb86$4c34cdb0$e49e6910$@rr.com> Message-ID: Did not need that image ... :) RD > From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com > > Probably due to the mention of "chaps" and "Ed" in the same message. > > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: David Lieb > > > Ed gave him a blast which I think he ignored. > > > Probably already had his ED filter up. > David L From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Apr 14 11:02:06 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:02:06 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. Message-ID: <19aa0.7f2f10b1.38f74f0e@aol.com> Is your god my God? Having wire wheels on my Sprite is a big compromise even at 5.5" BUT I like the look of them so much I wouldn't want anything else. In a message dated 13/04/2010 21:12:35 GMT Daylight Time, 72spridget at gmail.com writes: No offense, Weslake, but I think that god is right. From kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Apr 14 13:36:39 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:36:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] OT - Computer Crisis Message-ID: <4BC61947.40304@frontiernet.net> All my e-mail has vanished into the hinterlands. Can any of you tell me how to find it again? All I have is the new stuff that came in this morning. Thanks as usual, Kate From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Wed Apr 14 15:19:00 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:19:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Ford Roush P51B Engine NO LBC In-Reply-To: References: <2bde9.46bac99a.38daa01c@aol.com>, <779AAC94A28C4B4A9550074D1357376B@Dell9200>, <412F4FC67824441099AE58FA3EAA30A7@blackbox2>, , Message-ID: Hey Mark, Did you pick up you're Mustang yet? Did they fix the oil leak? Unless the Goodyears' are F1 Supercar's, I'd do smoky burnouts on em til you can get some decent sized rubber on it. Can't imagine that tires that small can come close to holding any kind of traction with 510 hp under the hood. 255's will fit fine and with the right offset, 285 rears look great. Then again, the 235's would keep the stealth look to it. :-) I'll send you some pictures of mine. Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > From: mark at nashvilletn.org > To: bugeye15 at hotmail.com > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Ford Roush P51B Engine NO LBC > Date: Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:23:29 -0500 > > Thanks Brian, > > There is some confusion on the suspension. Roush lists it with their > Track-Pack but the dealer says it doesn't have it. I can't imagine someone > taking it off but who knows. Brakes are stock, wheels are stock 18's. They > tell me 255-45R/18's fit the wheel wells but has 235 Goodyear's on it now. > I actually went to pick it up last Thursday and I found an oil leak between > the blower and the intake that they are fixing. I don't know where the oil > is coming from in that area. The only place I can think of is the sealed > blower gear case which is an issue within the blower. I should know > something by today or tomorrow. Otherwise the car is near perfect with only > 3200 miles. My friend and racer noted that 3200 miles is nothing unless > they are track miles :) Thanks for your input and the links. > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 From mdrowe at optonline.net Wed Apr 14 15:31:33 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:31:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator size Message-ID: There has been discussion of radiator height for a BE bonnet on a SB, which I can't find in the archives. What alternatives have people used to fit under a BE Bonnet? If this gets to be too much of a hassle, I will give up and return the car to standard. (In which case, I need a driver's side fender. Anyone have one to sell?) Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite Long Island, NY From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 14 15:34:29 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:34:29 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: OT - Computer Crisis Message-ID: -----Original Message----- From: Kathryn Bales [mailto:kgb at frontiernet.net] Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 2:09 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] OT - Computer Crisis No, I have been using Thunderbird -------------------------------------------------------------- corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > Are you using microsoft's Outlook? > If there is a column to the left, look in the Deleted Items folder. ...bill > in oregon > > ============================================================ > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kathryn Bales > Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 12:37 PM > To: Spridgets; Assn > Subject: [Spridgets] OT - Computer Crisis > > All my e-mail has vanished into the hinterlands. Can any of you tell me > how to find it again? All I have is the new stuff that came in this morning. > > Thanks as usual, > > Kate > _______________________________________________ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Wed Apr 14 16:38:53 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:38:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator size In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Michael, it is never too much of a hassle to make your car the way you want it. If nothing else, you can have one custom made for a few hundred bucks. Is that enough to keep you from your dream? 15 years ago I had two custom made aluminum radiators made to fit in the side pods of my race car for $200. Add inflation, subtract one extra radiator and it can't be that much. Go for it. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Michael Rowe" Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 4:31 PM To: "Spridget Chat Group" Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator size There has been discussion of radiator height for a BE bonnet on a SB, which I can't find in the archives. What alternatives have people used to fit under a BE Bonnet? If this gets to be too much of a hassle, I will give up and return the car to standard. (In which case, I need a driver's side fender. Anyone have one to sell?) Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite Long Island, NY Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From Miniac7 at aol.com Wed Apr 14 17:01:44 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:01:44 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget Front Hubs Needed Message-ID: <32d7f.3220fb2a.38f7a358@aol.com> A friend of mine who is not signed up on any of the lists is currently restoring a 1965 AH Sprite suspension and brakes. The front hubs had noticeable play when checking top and bottom. He's was hoping it was merely a bearing problem but found the inner wheel bearings loose in the hubs. He can mike .005 on one side and .002 on the other. These are Sprite disc type bolt on hubs. He would like to buy a used pair in good condition and is willing to pay a fair price and shipping costs to his location in Newport News, VA. 23607. Thanks in advance for any effort in helping solve this problem. The weather is right for top down driving. Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA From kentmclean at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 17:26:40 2010 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:26:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC64F30.40906@comcast.net> Dean Hedin wrote: >I might mount them myself. > > I have a set of good tire irons. I worked at a motorcycle shop during summers > in high school. I mounted plenty of tires back then. Someone pointed me to this YouTube video showing how to use a plastic trash bag to slip the tire over the rim without tire irons. It should make it real simple *with* tire irons. -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Wed Apr 14 17:29:03 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:29:03 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Finally, painted and buffed In-Reply-To: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> References: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> Message-ID: looks great Frank, Color looks similar to mine in the pictures, but probably not in person. Have you decided on the stripes yet? I'm sure you have all the bugs worked out by now.... Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Date: Fri, 26 Mar 2010 23:26:10 -0400 > From: spritenut at comcast.net > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Finally, painted and buffed > > 3rd time's a charm as the first 2 paint jobs were not to my liking, and > I painted the car! > This time I had a pro detailer do the buffing, the kid knows his stuff > and it shows. > Now I have a little bit of assembly work to do and my Sprite will be > back on the road. > > http://s445.photobucket.com/albums/qq179/spritenut/ > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > My own Fleet of Sprites _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Wed Apr 14 17:41:51 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:41:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Great Historic Healey Photos In-Reply-To: <464855.60289.qm@web51403.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <464855.60289.qm@web51403.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: WOW, great site Rick, thanks for posting it. Anyone know any more info on the Healey Sports racer? Did it ever compete/win anything? I love trailer the Sebring Sprite is on in picture #30, reminds me of the Holy Sprite trailer, lol. Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 08:36:59 -0700 > From: healeyrick at yahoo.com > To: healeys at autox.team.net; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Great Historic Healey Photos > > Something for everyone here, big and little Healeys alike: > > http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=45153476969 > > Rick > > > > Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo > _______________________________________________ > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 18:19:57 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:19:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. References: <4BC64F30.40906@comcast.net> Message-ID: Thanks for posting that Kent. I also found this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmRd-MWxVGg > > > > -- > Kent McLean > '56 100 BN2 From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 18:26:39 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:26:39 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Spring Brits on the Delaware... Message-ID: <4CB5C41253A2437CABC6868669DC1558@blackbox2> It will be on the 17th, Saturday. They are not anticipating rain. (I called them tonight) "Hosted by: TVR Club of North America. Summary: A British car show, but all foreign marques welcome. Breakfast and lunch available on site at Johnny Mac's American Grill. Music. Awards plus dash plaques. A popular vote show, with classes for MG, Triumph, Austin Healey, Jaguar, Lotus, TVR, Other British, and Other Foreign. RAIN or SHINE: No. Rain date: Sunday, Apr. 18, 2010. Advance Registration: $10 by April 1. Day of Show: $15. Spectator Admission: No charge. Vendor information: Vendors welcome. Registration Form: http://www.keystonemg.com/images/041710BritsDelaware.pdf. Club/Event Website: http://www.tvrccna.org/midatlantic/index.html. Venue information: http://johnnymacsamericangrill.com/. Directions: Located at the intersection of Route 611 and Route 32, about 12 miles south of Easton in upper Bucks County. Email: aghbop at aol.com. Phone: 610 346-9026. Saturday, April 17, 2010, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Johnny Mac's American Grill, Route 32 and 611, Kintnersville, Pa. " From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 18:29:24 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:29:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. References: <4BC64F30.40906@comcast.net> Message-ID: Another interesting method... http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=299597 From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Wed Apr 14 18:47:31 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:47:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly In-Reply-To: References: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> Message-ID: <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> Driving to work this morning I had some rather sudden backfiring/spitting carbs, followed by a fantastic cloud of burning oil. Fortunately right in front of the office, that was the only positive thing I think. The whole engine was covered in oil, and it was coming out of the breather on the valve cover. Emailed and called for some roadside advice (Thanks Ron and Peter) and had it towed back home to deal with later and see if a lifter fell off or something. Popped the cover, everything seems tight and in place. Leveled the oil and started it up. Perfect. Oil pressure shows up on the dash gauge. About 2 minutes later an oil mist spews out the breather hole. Temporarily plug the breather and go around the block. Power seems good, brought it over 3000 rpms fine. Oil is now seeping through the cap (that I can understand) This is new to me. Pardon my acronyms but WTF? Did something dislodge somewhere and plug a port? I'm at a loss on this one. Chris 66MKIII with a 1098 From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Wed Apr 14 19:36:16 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:36:16 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly In-Reply-To: <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> References: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> Message-ID: On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 6:47 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: The whole engine was covered in oil, and it was coming out of the breather on the valve cover. This is new to me. Pardon my acronyms but WTF? Did something dislodge somewhere and plug a port? I'm at a loss on this one. I would suspect a broken ring letting the compression seep into the crankcase (blowby). Do a compression test to rule it out. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 14 19:43:11 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:43:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly In-Reply-To: <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> References: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> Message-ID: Broken piston ring? I dropped a nut thru the carb once and put a hole in a piston and it did this. Maybe do a compression check? ..bill in oregon ========================================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Manuel Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 5:48 PM To: 'spridgets list' Subject: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly Driving to work this morning I had some rather sudden backfiring/spitting carbs, followed by a fantastic cloud of burning oil. Fortunately right in front of the office, that was the only positive thing I think. The whole engine was covered in oil, and it was coming out of the breather on the valve cover. Emailed and called for some roadside advice (Thanks Ron and Peter) and had it towed back home to deal with later and see if a lifter fell off or something. Popped the cover, everything seems tight and in place. Leveled the oil and started it up. Perfect. Oil pressure shows up on the dash gauge. About 2 minutes later an oil mist spews out the breather hole. Temporarily plug the breather and go around the block. Power seems good, brought it over 3000 rpms fine. Oil is now seeping through the cap (that I can understand) This is new to me. Pardon my acronyms but WTF? Did something dislodge somewhere and plug a port? I'm at a loss on this one. Chris 66MKIII with a 1098 _______________________________________________ From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Wed Apr 14 19:57:58 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:57:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly In-Reply-To: References: <4BAD7AD2.5090904@comcast.net> <001201cadc35$3b89e270$b29da750$@rr.com> Message-ID: <002201cadc3f$12f8b520$38ea1f60$@rr.com> Lucky me. No compression in #3. It was there Sunday. That was a quick summer. -----Original Message----- From: CosmicMag1380 [mailto:cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 8:36 PM To: Chris Manuel Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] A whole heck of a lot of oil suddenly On Wed, Apr 14, 2010 at 6:47 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: The whole engine was covered in oil, and it was coming out of the breather on the valve cover. This is new to me. Pardon my acronyms but WTF? Did something dislodge somewhere and plug a port? I'm at a loss on this one. I would suspect a broken ring letting the compression seep into the crankcase (blowby). Do a compression test to rule it out. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Wed Apr 14 20:34:46 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:34:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. In-Reply-To: Message-ID: I love the trash bag solution. In my youth, I once had a...how shall I put it, this is embarrassing...I had this Renault Caravelle, and of course, French wheels don't have holes in the center, except for the little threaded one where the hubcap bolts on. That means you can't put them on a tire mounting machine, unless you're in France. I had to hand mount tube type Perelli Cinturatos with a long screw driver and a crowbar. I managed to pinch holes in three out of four inner tubes. Eventually, a friend who had motor cycles took pity and helped me remount the three with the patched tubes. It was a horrible experience, especially since a Caravelle with Cinturatos, a weber carb, Koni shocks, and an Abarth exhaust was still only faster than very old VW's and other Renaults. I also have vivid memories of risking my life wandering around in the middle of the road during rush hour, trying to find whatever bits had just fallen off of the Renault. It was especially amusing when there was lots of snow and slush for little parts to get lost in. I'll never forgive the French for either that Renault or Vietnam. BZ From banjojohn at cox.net Wed Apr 14 20:41:23 2010 From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:41:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue Message-ID: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Hi all you wealth of knowledge: My Bugeye with a 1275 has been giving me a challenge lately. Last year it would die suddenly after driving for a while, and usually after sitting at idle for a while and then pushing it hard. I would sit for 5 minutes and then it would start and run normally again. It seems like it started after I dropped the fuel tank to reseal the sender unit. I had been having gas leak around the sender if I filled the tank full. I thought I had a non vented gas cap, so I bought a new one. Still happening even if I leave the cap off or loose. I have an aftermarket Mr. Gasket electronic fuel pump mounted just above the fuel tank in the axle tunnel. I thought it might be acting up, so I put in another one I had and got the same result. I have a glass fuel filter in the engine bay, and I can see that when I first start and until it gets hot the filter is full of gas. When it starts acting up, I can see that the filter is empty. I thought about vapor lock from heat in the engine bay, so I insulated the fuel line from where it comes up from under the car to nearly the carburetors, leaving the filter uncovered so I can see. It is still happening. Does anyone have any idea what is going on, and what I can do to stop it? I used to have the fuel pump in the engine bay instead of near the tank. I thought having the fuel line pressurized from the tank forward would decrease the likelihood of vapor lock. I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the pump was in the engine bay. Thanks for any help. John O'Brien '61 bugeye '65 BJ8 From spritenut at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 20:47:32 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:47:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator size In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC67E44.90609@comcast.net> Michael Rowe wrote: > There has been discussion of radiator height for a BE bonnet on a SB, which I can't find in the archives. What alternatives have people used to fit under a BE Bonnet? I am using a Geo Metro radiator. It fits, works well, has an electric fan, and it was $15 at the junk yard. Also, Suzuki Swift, and a weird little chevy which looks like the swift and metro use the same radiator. It's a 3 cyl car BUT you need the rad from the automatic tranny model as the stick shifts used a slightly taller rad. I don't know why this is but it is. I simply crimped off the trans cooler pipes. Stock downflow bottom hose still works but you need a cross flow top hose and it needs to be cut short by about an inch. I made 2 "L" brackets to hold the metro rad to the Bugeye rad supports, I just used the top holes, the bottom of the rad sits nice down between the front frame rails. I also cut off 1 leg of the electric fan support to clear the steering rack. Nothing has moved and I have had that radiator for about 9 years now. Pepboys has a universal electric fan switch with a probe that fits in the fins of the rad, it also is adjustable. Mine is set to come on at 170*, I run a 160 stat and with the small speedwell grille opening, this works fine. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 14 22:10:03 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:10:03 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Renaults... References: Message-ID: That is funny. My older brother and I once drove a Renault R17 Gordini across the country. It was a most amusing trip. The car was a piece of crap. But it was a fun trip. A few notable memories.. Walking off the turnpike into Amish farmland to get gas (broken gas guage). The little gears broke in the accordion sun roof, struggled with the roof the whole trip. Leaky rear bleed screws discovered in Chicago Loose wires on the ignition coil discovered in the middle of the Arizona desert. K-jetronic lost it in the Rockies...power just dropped off, trucks were passing us, but we made it. And then on the downside of the Rockies I ended up racing two chicks in a hot pickup up to around 120 mph. The whole time my brother is sound asleep in the passanger seat. And you don't see many surviving R17's R5's or Fuegos on the road. They all rusted away...Thankfully. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Billy Zoom" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] God must not want me to convert to wire wheels. >I love the trash bag solution. In my youth, I once had a...how shall I put > it, this is embarrassing...I had this Renault Caravelle, and of course, > French wheels don't have holes in the center, except for the little threaded > one where the hubcap bolts on. That means you can't put them on a tire > mounting machine, unless you're in France. I had to hand mount tube type > Perelli Cinturatos with a long screw driver and a crowbar. I managed to > pinch holes in three out of four inner tubes. Eventually, a friend who had > motor cycles took pity and helped me remount the three with the patched > tubes. It was a horrible experience, especially since a Caravelle with > Cinturatos, a weber carb, Koni shocks, and an Abarth exhaust was still only > faster than very old VW's and other Renaults. I also have vivid memories of > risking my life wandering around in the middle of the road during rush hour, > trying to find whatever bits had just fallen off of the Renault. It was > especially amusing when there was lots of snow and slush for little parts to > get lost in. I'll never forgive the French for either that Renault or > Vietnam. > BZ From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Wed Apr 14 22:25:36 2010 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:25:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: <4E8AE769-A3E0-4EAA-BF66-DC92620672F3@gmail.com> John, I had this problem with a1960 Triumph Herald back when I was in high school (a long time ago ;).... Turned out to be a pin-hole in the fuel line between the tank and the fuel pump. Kevin V. On Apr 14, 2010, at 10:41 PM, John O'Brien wrote: > Hi all you wealth of knowledge: > > My Bugeye with a 1275 has been giving me a challenge lately. Last > year it > would die suddenly after driving for a while, and usually after > sitting at > idle for a while and then pushing it hard. I would sit for 5 > minutes and > then it would start and run normally again. It seems like it > started after > I dropped the fuel tank to reseal the sender unit. I had been > having gas > leak around the sender if I filled the tank full. I thought I had > a non > vented gas cap, so I bought a new one. Still happening even if I > leave the > cap off or loose. I have an aftermarket Mr. Gasket electronic fuel > pump > mounted just above the fuel tank in the axle tunnel. I thought it > might be > acting up, so I put in another one I had and got the same result. > I have a > glass fuel filter in the engine bay, and I can see that when I > first start > and until it gets hot the filter is full of gas. When it starts > acting up, > I can see that the filter is empty. I thought about vapor lock > from heat in > the engine bay, so I insulated the fuel line from where it comes up > from > under the car to nearly the carburetors, leaving the filter > uncovered so I > can see. It is still happening. Does anyone have any idea what is > going > on, and what I can do to stop it? I used to have the fuel pump in the > engine bay instead of near the tank. I thought having the fuel line > pressurized from the tank forward would decrease the likelihood of > vapor > lock. I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the > pump was in > the engine bay. > > Thanks for any help. > > John O'Brien > > '61 bugeye > > '65 BJ8 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ > kevinv1275 at gmail.com From kk7ss at verizon.net Wed Apr 14 23:01:29 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:01:29 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: <4BC69DA9.23790.126FA3B@kk7ss.verizon.net> I fought a similar battle once with an emptying filter. After several weeks of futzing around, I accidentally put a plastic NAPA filter in the wrong way round -- don't ask me why that did the trick -- I don't know!! Now to fix the smoke screen due to leaking valve guides! -- Dave G. KK7SS DN06ig '65 Sprite - work in progress '76 Midget - nearly ready On 14 Apr 2010 at 21:41, John O'Brien wrote: > I have a > glass fuel filter in the engine bay, and I can see that when I first start > and until it gets hot the filter is full of gas. When it starts acting up, > I can see that the filter is empty. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 15 05:26:26 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 06:26:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question Message-ID: What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? My brother asked me about them for his airplane. He says he is happy with the mileage -- about 30 mpg at a slow cruise speed of 140 mph. The motor starts before the second prop blade passes, so starting is very good as well. He has a flat six motor with a second, redundant ignition system. So, 12 plugs at $7.40 ea. and he changes them every 100 hours. It gets costly. Are iridium plugs worth the extra cash? Thx. LAD From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 15 06:33:09 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 05:33:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: <1C5213A5A7524A52B4106AEF077F1EBC@spider> If I don't see fuel, I go after the gas line. This is the only thing you haven't moneyed with. I have an old truck, and I just piped around it with copper tubing from NAPA. ...bill in oregon ======================================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of John O'Brien Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 7:41 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue Hi all you wealth of knowledge: My Bugeye with a 1275 has been giving me a challenge lately. Last year it would die suddenly after driving for a while, and usually after sitting at idle for a while and then pushing it hard. I would sit for 5 minutes and then it would start and run normally again. It seems like it started after I dropped the fuel tank to reseal the sender unit. I had been having gas leak around the sender if I filled the tank full. I thought I had a non vented gas cap, so I bought a new one. Still happening even if I leave the cap off or loose. I have an aftermarket Mr. Gasket electronic fuel pump mounted just above the fuel tank in the axle tunnel. I thought it might be acting up, so I put in another one I had and got the same result. I have a glass fuel filter in the engine bay, and I can see that when I first start and until it gets hot the filter is full of gas. When it starts acting up, I can see that the filter is empty. I thought about vapor lock from heat in the engine bay, so I insulated the fuel line from where it comes up from under the car to nearly the carburetors, leaving the filter uncovered so I can see. It is still happening. Does anyone have any idea what is going on, and what I can do to stop it? I used to have the fuel pump in the engine bay instead of near the tank. I thought having the fuel line pressurized from the tank forward would decrease the likelihood of vapor lock. I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the pump was in the engine bay. Thanks for any help. John O'Brien '61 bugeye '65 BJ8 _______________________________________________ From jdinnis at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 06:57:49 2010 From: jdinnis at gmail.com (John Innis) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:57:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] '67 Sprite for sale Message-ID: NFI and all that, just saw this on the local craigslist today. He is asking $3500 and claims it has no rust. I don't know anything about the car, but I'd be willing to go look at it if any listers want more info. http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1692755480.html John Innis Cedar Rapids, IA -- ================================= = Never offend people with style when you = = can offend with substance --- Sam Brown = ================================= From 72spridget at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 07:30:15 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:30:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <1C5213A5A7524A52B4106AEF077F1EBC@spider> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> <1C5213A5A7524A52B4106AEF077F1EBC@spider> Message-ID: It really sounds like the fuel delivery is not able to keep up with demand. Bill is probably right, but you did not mention what carburetion you are using... how are the float bowls vented? David L From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 08:50:22 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:50:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> LAD: "What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? " I don't have any statistically significant data on the question, but can tell you what happened when I put a set of NGK iridium plugs into a Miata I owned a few years ago. Iridium plugs were brand new on the market at the time and NGK wanted to get some out on the street. The result? My gas mileage instantly went up by about 6 mpg and the car felt more peppy. There are of course questions to be asked about my experience. Would my mileage have increased by as much if I replaced the old plugs with a non-iridium plug? Were the plugs I replaced performing under the level they should have been, which gave me an artificially low mileage to begin with? Was the "more peppy" feel just in my head? (with the little voices) Who knows. All I can say is that I'm one of those guys who calculates his mileage with every tank of gas because this is a good early indicator when something is going wrong. I was very pleased with the increased mileage, especially because one of my friends worked for NGK at the time and he sent me free iridium plugs for every vehicle I owned at the time, including the motorcycles. - David Booker Long Island From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 10:46:01 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:46:01 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 5:26 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? My brother asked me about them for his airplane. He has a flat six motor with a second, redundant ignition system. So, 12 plugs at $7.40 ea. and he changes them every 100 hours. It gets costly. Are iridium plugs worth the extra cash? A couple of thoughts come to mind... My GM cars came with iridium plugs and the service interval is "inspect at 100K, replace as necessary". I have never "had" to replace them but I did at 50K just because I wanted to. That being said, iridium plugs are reliable. A good thing for an airplane. Because your brother's life depends on the engine running well. the price of the plugs should not be a factor! If I am correct, a redundant ignition system on an airplane engine only fires one or the other system (6 at a time not all 12 plugs firing) when the engine is running. If so, suggest to him to replace the primary set with the iridium plugs and keep the standard plugs in reserve as he always has... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Thu Apr 15 11:18:27 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:18:27 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Both my Honda cars are required by the factory to have iridium plugs. That being said, the Accord requires the more costly Laser Iridium NGK plugs and the Civic requires only plain Iridium NGK plugs. There are iridium plugs and there are iridium plugs. The ones for the Accord are 10 bucks apiece from Pep Boys (dealer wanted 19 bucks for very same plug). The run of the mill iridium plugs for the Civic were 8 bucks at Pep boys. Since iridium is all they ever had, I can't say I saw any difference when I changed them. The thing is, I changed them both at over 100,000 mile mark. The Honda factory manual states they need to be changed at 100,000 mile intervals. They last longer is their best attribute I am told. I have heard you get a better spark from regular copper core NGKs. You just have to change them more often. As much as we are under the bonnet on our cars, that should not be a problem. Regular NGKs are cheap One more thing. Iridium plugs are NOT recommended for my Harley Davidson that has a carb. They are only to be used with fuel injection. I don't know if that translates to cars. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite (with regular NGKs) 56 BN2 On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 7:50 AM, David Booker wrote: > LAD: "What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? " > > I don't have > any statistically significant data on the question, but can tell you what > happened when I put a set of NGK iridium plugs into a Miata I owned a few > years ago. Iridium plugs were brand new on the market at the time and NGK > wanted to get some out on the street. The result? My gas mileage instantly > went up by about 6 mpg and the car felt more peppy. > > There are of course > questions to be asked about my experience. Would my mileage have increased > by > as much if I replaced the old plugs with a non-iridium plug? Were the > plugs I > replaced performing under the level they should have been, which gave me an > artificially low mileage to begin with? Was the "more peppy" feel just in > my > head? (with the little voices) Who knows. > > All I can say is that I'm one of > those guys who calculates his mileage with every tank of gas because this > is a > good early indicator when something is going wrong. I was very pleased with > the increased mileage, especially because one of my friends worked for NGK > at > the time and he sent me free iridium plugs for every vehicle I owned at the > time, including the motorcycles. > > - David Booker > Long Island From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 15 11:22:31 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:22:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Some of the plugs will 'glue' themselves in if you leave them the full 100,000-miles. Air planes used to use dual sparkplug systems to take off, when the most power was needed. Do they still do this today? ...bill in oregon ====================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of CosmicMag1380 Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:46 AM To: Larry Daniels Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 5:26 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? My brother asked me about them for his airplane. He has a flat six motor with a second, redundant ignition system. So, 12 plugs at $7.40 ea. and he changes them every 100 hours. It gets costly. Are iridium plugs worth the extra cash? A couple of thoughts come to mind... My GM cars came with iridium plugs and the service interval is "inspect at 100K, replace as necessary". I have never "had" to replace them but I did at 50K just because I wanted to. That being said, iridium plugs are reliable. A good thing for an airplane. Because your brother's life depends on the engine running well. the price of the plugs should not be a factor! If I am correct, a redundant ignition system on an airplane engine only fires one or the other system (6 at a time not all 12 plugs firing) when the engine is running. If so, suggest to him to replace the primary set with the iridium plugs and keep the standard plugs in reserve as he always has... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 15 11:45:27 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:45:27 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. line. $200.00 + shipping $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan PilotRob at msn.com CB From rrengineer at dslextreme.com Thu Apr 15 11:47:57 2010 From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:47:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] '67 Sprite for sale In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Makes me wish I lived closer to Iowa. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 5:57 AM, John Innis wrote: > NFI and all that, just saw this on the local craigslist today. He is > asking $3500 and claims it has no rust. I don't know anything about > the car, but I'd be willing to go look at it if any listers want more > info. > > http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1692755480.html > > John Innis > Cedar Rapids, IA > > -- > ================================= > = Never offend people with style when you = > = can offend with substance --- Sam Brown = > ================================= > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer at dslextreme.com From heard at datatrontech.net Thu Apr 15 11:52:05 2010 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:52:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <005901cadcc4$5c85e520$1591af60$@net> So David, what about the other vehicles? Similar results? -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Booker Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 10:50 AM To: Larry Daniels; Spridgets List Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question LAD: "What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? " I don't have any statistically significant data on the question, but can tell you what happened when I put a set of NGK iridium plugs into a Miata I owned a few years ago. Iridium plugs were brand new on the market at the time and NGK wanted to get some out on the street. The result? My gas mileage instantly went up by about 6 mpg and the car felt more peppy. There are of course questions to be asked about my experience. Would my mileage have increased by as much if I replaced the old plugs with a non-iridium plug? Were the plugs I replaced performing under the level they should have been, which gave me an artificially low mileage to begin with? Was the "more peppy" feel just in my head? (with the little voices) Who knows. All I can say is that I'm one of those guys who calculates his mileage with every tank of gas because this is a good early indicator when something is going wrong. I was very pleased with the increased mileage, especially because one of my friends worked for NGK at the time and he sent me free iridium plugs for every vehicle I owned at the time, including the motorcycles. - David Booker Long Island Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/heard at datatrontech.net From frog.aye at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 12:38:51 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:38:51 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: CB Why do you continue to spam the list with your commercial messages? Hal On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > PilotRob at msn.com > > CB > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 13:03:35 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:03:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <135999.35155.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Thu, 4/15/10, rrengineer @dslextreme.com wrote: > carb. They are only to be > used with fuel injection. I don't know if that > translates to cars. It does not. I use them on one of my 1275s. I don't know if they are any better, but they have not failed and the motor runs beautifully. Ron From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 13:15:01 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:15:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator Message-ID: I had a Suzuki Swift on the side of the house not running. I gave the car to Larry Miller who drove up with a flat bed. Couldn't find the key so we had a great time hacking away at the steering mechanism in order to get it on the flat bed. The one part I took was the radiator. I have no idea why. . cause it is not any beefier than the Brit radiator. . but after I got it into my 59 BE. . the thing really cools the engine. Before it was climbing up into the 225 + realm. My stock radiator looked good, would appear to flow water fine, but probably needed some attention. The Swift radiator went in at an angle, slight angle with brackets. I also trimmed the edges of the electric fan which I use with a thermostat I picked up at a local auto parts store that sits under the hood. (The fan blade tips were just touching the steering rack). I run a thermostat which keeps the temps at 170. Seems to make more sense for me than buying an expensive custom aluminum radiator. Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 13:24:35 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:24:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuego Message-ID: You mentioned the infamous Fuego! Haven't heard of that car for a long time. When my dad passed away he left me 2k in the bank and a Renault Fuego that he was still making payments on. . Of course I walked away from it. One of the junkiest cars I have ever known. The bank that had the loan tried to trick me into thinking the payments were my responsibility! Yeah right. . Growing up in the late 1960's my step mother had 2 Renaults starting off with the Daphine. Then to the square bodied model. Those two particular cars ran with no mechanical problems. One of my best surfing buddies parents also had a Daphine. With 4 guys inside and four long boards on surf racks. . we would get out and push it up hills (auto tranny model). So my father carried on the "tradition" with a couple of Renaults. . one that would blow alternators all the time and the Fuego. . which probably did 0 - 60 in 30 seconds, at best. Kirk From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 14:46:57 2010 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:46:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator size In-Reply-To: <4BC67E44.90609@comcast.net> References: <4BC67E44.90609@comcast.net> Message-ID: <00C7D145-EEA5-4FBF-94D7-E2A9798CF8BE@gmail.com> On Apr 14, 2010, at 10:47 PM, Frank wrote: > > I am using a Geo Metro radiator. It fits, works well, has an > electric fan, and it was $15 at the junk yard. > Also, Suzuki Swift, and a weird little chevy which looks like the > swift and metro use the same radiator. > It's a 3 cyl car BUT you need the rad from the automatic tranny > model as the stick shifts used a slightly taller rad. > I don't know why this is but it is. > I simply crimped off the trans cooler pipes. > Stock downflow bottom hose still works but you need a cross flow > top hose and it needs to be cut short by about an inch. > I made 2 "L" brackets to hold the metro rad to the Bugeye rad > supports, I just used the top holes, the bottom of the rad sits > nice down between the front frame rails. > I also cut off 1 leg of the electric fan support to clear the > steering rack. > Nothing has moved and I have had that radiator for about 9 years now. > Pepboys has a universal electric fan switch with a probe that fits > in the fins of the rad, it also is adjustable. > Mine is set to come on at 170*, I run a 160 stat and with the small > speedwell grille opening, this works fine. I run the same radiator in my 71 Midget. I started out with the electric fan (same as Frank) but when the fan decided to stop working I removed it and re-installed the original yellow plastic fan. I was surprised to find that it cools exceptionally well in this configuration (even tho it has no shroud). I've driven it up some very long -and steep Pennsylvania mountains in 100* heat without overheating. It stays at 180* even when idling in hot weather. Kevin V. From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 15:00:43 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:00:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... FW: Great Historic Healey Photos In-Reply-To: <839838.86973.qm@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <839838.86973.qm@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Great collection of pix. Thanks! Herb On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 6:47 AM, brian s wrote: > > > Some cool old Healey racing photos... > Anyone know anything about the Healey Sports racer?? > I really like the trailer carrying the Sebring Sprite in pic #30. > > Brian S. > resto'ed Bugeyeracr > > > Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 08:36:59 -0700 > > From: healeyrick at yahoo.com > > To: healeys at autox.team.net ; > spridgets at autox.team.net > > Subject: [Spridgets] Great Historic Healey Photos > > > > Something for everyone here, big and little Healeys alike: > > > > http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=45153476969 > > > > Rick > > > > > > > > Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo > > _______________ From Miniac7 at aol.com Thu Apr 15 15:56:46 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:56:46 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... FW: Great Historic Healey Photos Message-ID: <72f03.7bc47dea.38f8e59e@aol.com> It appears one must be a member of Facebook to view the pictures, is that true? Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. In a message dated 4/15/2010 5:34:46 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, froggi60 at gmail.com writes: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=45153476969 From shop at justbrits.com Thu Apr 15 16:19:38 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:19:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: <4BC790FA.6040007@justbrits.com> << I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the pump was in the engine bay. >> And there folks IS a clue !!!! John, there ARE pumps that are "pushers" and there are "pullers". Sounds like you have a "puller" which would give you the symptoms you are describing. The are NOT "inter-changeable". Ed From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 16:29:31 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:29:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: <005901cadcc4$5c85e520$1591af60$@net> References: <732897.22189.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <005901cadcc4$5c85e520$1591af60$@net> Message-ID: <80091.74920.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Heard Saxon: "So David, what about the other vehicles? Similar results?" Let's see - Here is everything else that I swapped the iridium plugs into that summer: The 2.2L Subaru Legacy wagon was mostly driven by my wife, so I was only able to do the mpg once in a while (she couldn't be bothered). Add to that the fact that i didn't drive it much so really, so I don't remember a difference there. I didn't have much of a reference for comparison though. So...don't know here. The faithful & reliable 2.4L Nissan pickup was also definitely not a performance vehicle so no differences would necessarily have been apparent. The real issue here is that it was not used in a consistent manner. So any differences in mpg figures were probably due to differences in where it was driven and what it was hauling at the time. So...No way to tell. I didn't ride my wife's Honda 250 Rebel unless I had just done some work on it and needed to do a test ride. But maybe it would now do 53mph instead of the previous 52 (ha-ha). They are really good starter bikes and generally reliable just little and slow. BTW, an average-sized guy in black leathers and helmet on a teeny Red Honda tends to generate giggles rather than more desirable responses from the more attractive of the nearby vehicle occupants - more reason not to ride it. I never figure the mileage on the Sportster because I don't really care. I know that at somewhere around 100 to 110 miles on the trip odometer there will be a stumble, which prompts me to reach under the left side of the tank and flip the lever to reserve. At this point I start looking for more gas. I have I believe a 3.2 gallon tank, but don't know if that includes whatever is in the reserve portion of the tank. I did feel that the plugs woke the bike up a bit, though. Again, was it wishful thinking? I don't know. But it did seem to have a bit more urgency under acceleration. So really, the Miata was the only place I got noticable documented differences. By the way, somebody said that these plugs are not recommended for carbed Harleys. I never had any trouble with mine - What is the reasoning behind that? Should I change them out? I've pulled them to inspect on occassion and never found any evidence of fouling. Thanks, David Booker Long Island From pelliott at innercite.com Thu Apr 15 16:38:59 2010 From: pelliott at innercite.com (Patrick Elliott) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:38:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <014201cadcec$724668d0$56d33a70$@com> Bill.. "Airplanes used to use dual sparkplug systems to take off, when the most power was needed. Do they still do this today? ...bill in Oregon" Yes, both systems on all the time... Kent-- "If I am correct," You are Not. " a redundant ignition system on an airplane engine only fires one or the other system (6 at a time not all 12 plugs firing)" on a six cylinder engine, each system fires six plugs, but all 12 are firing all the time. Both systems are on all the time. "when the engine is running." Both systems, all the time. "suggest to him to replace the primary set with the iridium plugs and keep the standard plugs in reserve as he always has..." Some people run 'fine wires' on just the bottom set because they are less prone to oil and lead fouling. If he's replacing them every hundred hours, ask him to send me his old ones, I'll make sure they're properly 'disposed' of. (I currently have about 400 hours on my set) -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pelliott at innercite.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.801 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2810 - Release Date: 04/14/10 23:31:00 From jessmd1 at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 16:49:27 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:49:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Message-ID: I have a 1959 bugeye sprite that has been painted and has a 1275cc engine and a rebuilt 4 speed tranny.I am thinking about pulling the motor and tranny and converting to a datsun 5 speed tranny.I would like to drive the car daily for short distances(5 miles).Which is better,morrisservice or rivergate? The other options are do nothing,or use an aftermarket rear seal to stop oil leaks.Any suggestions?In addition,the car is an original RHD.Would this hurt the resale of the car and should I convert it to a LHD? From oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 16:56:21 2010 From: oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com (James Lempe) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:56:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <808806.35538.qm@web45706.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Helllo All, Piston driven Aircraft engines are designed with a dual ignition system (Twin Magnitios, and two spark plugs per cylinder). The ignition switch has positions that allow each of the magnitios and spark plug banks to be checked out individually, (commonly known as left and right). Before takeoff the engine is run up to about 1500RPM and the ignition switch is turned to the left and right positions and the RPM drop is noted, normally it should not be more that 50 to 100 RPM, (if the engine should quite on one of the mag checks the pilot would never take off). HOWEVER, the aircraft is always run with the switch in the BOTH position, using both mags and both plugs in each cylinder. I don't know why Iridium plugs would be changed every 100 hours, I don't do that with normal plugs if they are in good shape. Jim Lempe, FAA Certified Flight Instructor and A&P licensed mechanic. A penny saved is a government oversite! ________________________________ From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Thu, April 15, 2010 9:22:31 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question Some of the plugs will 'glue' themselves in if you leave them the full 100,000-miles. Air planes used to use dual sparkplug systems to take off, when the most power was needed. Do they still do this today? ...bill in oregon ====================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of CosmicMag1380 Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:46 AM To: Larry Daniels Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 5:26 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: What do y'all think of Iridium spark plugs? My brother asked me about them for his airplane. He has a flat six motor with a second, redundant ignition system. So, 12 plugs at $7.40 ea. and he changes them every 100 hours. It gets costly. Are iridium plugs worth the extra cash? A couple of thoughts come to mind... My GM cars came with iridium plugs and the service interval is "inspect at 100K, replace as necessary". I have never "had" to replace them but I did at 50K just because I wanted to. That being said, iridium plugs are reliable. A good thing for an airplane. Because your brother's life depends on the engine running well. the price of the plugs should not be a factor! If I am correct, a redundant ignition system on an airplane engine only fires one or the other system (6 at a time not all 12 plugs firing) when the engine is running. If so, suggest to him to replace the primary set with the iridium plugs and keep the standard plugs in reserve as he always has... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 15 17:25:22 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:25:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <4BC790FA.6040007@justbrits.com> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> <4BC790FA.6040007@justbrits.com> Message-ID: No comment. ...bill in oregon ================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Shop at " Just Brits " Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 3:20 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue << I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the pump was in the engine bay. >> And there folks IS a clue !!!! John, there ARE pumps that are "pushers" and there are "pullers". Sounds like you have a "puller" which would give you the symptoms you are describing. The are NOT "inter-changeable". Ed _______________________________________________ From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 17:50:04 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:50:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC7A62C.2000701@comcast.net> Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 15 18:01:46 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:01:46 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: LOL.... :):) I'm not in the biz, Hal!! :) Retired commercial pilot with parts never used found as I do Spring cleaning... :):) CB -----Original Message----- From: Hal Faulkner Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 2:38 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! CB Why do you continue to spam the list with your commercial messages? Hal On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > PilotRob at msn.com > > CB > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 15 18:16:34 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:16:34 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: Err.....no!!!! :) Guys...."CB specials as low, low prices" is a joke....it's a takeoff on the old "Crazy Eddie" commercials for God's sake!! :):) CB -----Original Message----- From: Lew Best (hughesnet account) Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:12 PM To: PilotRob at msn.com Subject: RE: [midgetsprite] Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Off list: Guess I been missing the posts; do you by chance have a pair of tail light lenses for a 72 midget? Thanks! Lew near Waco, TX website HTTP://lewslittlefarm.com -----Original Message----- From: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com [mailto:midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Robert E. Shlafer Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:02 PM To: Hal Faulkner Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com; midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [midgetsprite] Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! LOL.... :):) I'm not in the biz, Hal!! :) Retired commercial pilot with parts never used found as I do Spring cleaning... :):) CB -----Original Message----- From: Hal Faulkner Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 2:38 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! CB Why do you continue to spam the list with your commercial messages? Hal On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > PilotRob at msn.com > > CB > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midgetsprite/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midgetsprite/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: midgetsprite-digest at yahoogroups.com midgetsprite-fullfeatured at yahoogroups.com <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: midgetsprite-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.801 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2812 - Release Date: 04/15/10 01:31:00 From jessmd1 at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 18:21:25 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:21:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] identifying motors Message-ID: How does one know the difference between a 1275cc and a 948cc motor? Can this be done by visual inspection? From eap2140 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 18:25:45 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:25:45 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] BE in Kalispell hidden on CL Message-ID: <844444.62196.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Not sure if anyone wants to look further into this.. 1959-60 AUSTIN HEALEY BUGEYE SPRITE. PROJECT $1900.00 No pics, but you never know..... it's hidden in a 1973 TR6 ad http://skagit.craigslist.org/cto/1656188162.html Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 15 18:38:11 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:38:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thankfully, my "junk e-mail filter" has begun to cut BS (Boob Shlafer) out. And thank you, Hal, for assisting in this matter. There really is only so much of him we can take, isn't there? LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:01 PM To: "Hal Faulkner" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! LOL.... :):) I'm not in the biz, Hal!! :) Retired commercial pilot with parts never used found as I do Spring cleaning... :):) CB -----Original Message----- From: Hal Faulkner Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 2:38 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! CB Why do you continue to spam the list with your commercial messages? Hal On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > PilotRob at msn.com > > CB > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! 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Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 18:53:04 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:53:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: <4BC7B4F0.3010801@comcast.net> Clogged pick up tube in the tank, back blow it with air for now, it should work for a while, but it it comes back, clean out the tank. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 15 19:12:12 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:12:12 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] identifying motors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: If the plate on the top of the block is missing, 948's and 1098's have tappet covers. 1275's don't have any tappet covers because their bores are too fat. If the plate is still there, it's above the generator or alternator on the top edge of the block. The number will start with either a 9, 10, or 12. BZ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 15 19:23:04 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:23:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Engine ID plate In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: What, exactly, is "talking concurs", Richard Cranium? -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:09 PM To: Subject: Re: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Engine ID plate Well....try harder, Richard Cranium. :) CB Probably not, Ed....but "close enough for government work" unless we're talking concurs. From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 15 19:23:28 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:23:28 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Thu Apr 15 19:31:08 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:31:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5F2A17470DE54C52B3DD7F8F211AB3A7@HomePC> Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:23 PM To: "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: bugeye-digest at yahoogroups.com bugeye-fullfeatured at yahoogroups.com <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ From dwramsey at att.net Thu Apr 15 19:42:03 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:42:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> Not sure you can get a Morrisservice kit right now. To use Paul A's oil seal kit you will need to pull the crank shaft i.e. rebuild the engine. The Rivergate kit with the oil seal, or any other aftermarket kit, will only work if your crank shaft is in good condition. Worn bearings will need to be replaced so if you're going to rebuild it anyway Paul's kit works fine for the oil seal. I would suggest that you use the Datsun clutch with either kit, it is that much better. Should you go with Rivergate and ask for no clutch they will only give you their cost for the clutch off the bill. So really you still pay them their markup on the clutch you don't get. All things considered I would go with Paul's kit. As to your last question the Vin number tells if it is right or left so why change it. Besides going for a drive with a large dog in the passenger seat can be real fun in a RHD car. It doesn't hurt the value of the car anyway, but changing it could. Crash I have a 1959 bugeye sprite that has been painted and has a 1275cc engine and a rebuilt 4 speed tranny.I am thinking about pulling the motor and tranny and converting to a datsun 5 speed tranny.I would like to drive the car daily for short distances(5 miles).Which is better,morrisservice or rivergate? The other options are do nothing,or use an aftermarket rear seal to stop oil leaks.Any suggestions?In addition,the car is an original RHD.Would this hurt the resale of the car and should I convert it to a LHD? From jessmd1 at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 19:49:42 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:49:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gerard C Message-ID: <7847C50B-204C-4D5E-8329-626D4E1F9A54@comcast.net> Does anyone know how I can contact Gerard C ? From dwramsey at att.net Thu Apr 15 19:52:32 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:52:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] identifying motors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100416015126.A3161187650@autox.team.net> Easy in a bug-I just look behind the left front tire you can see the engine block if it doesn't have 950 cast in the block it isn't. A flashlight helps. Crash How does one know the difference between a 1275cc and a 948cc motor? Can this be done by visual inspection? From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 20:11:48 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:11:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] identifying motors In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC7C764.2010703@comcast.net> 1275s have a tag under the front carb on the block, it says 1275 1098s also have a tag, it says 1100 948s are embossed on the block but under the rear carb, it says 950 -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Apr 15 20:14:22 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 02:14:22 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: The only "point" is on top of your head, Brokeback Mountain boy. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:31 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, Frank Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:23 PM To: "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 20:21:15 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:21:15 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC7C99B.2030506@comcast.net> Jess Power wrote: > I have a 1959 bugeye sprite that has been painted and has a 1275cc > engine and a rebuilt 4 speed tranny.I am thinking about pulling the > motor and tranny and converting to a datsun 5 speed tranny.I would > like to drive the car daily for short distances(5 miles).Which is > better,morrisservice or rivergate? The other options are do nothing,or > use an aftermarket rear seal to stop oil leaks.Any suggestions?In > addition,the car is an original RHD.Would this hurt the resale of the > car and should I convert it to a LHD? Morris Service is much better than Rivergate but Paul recently had a stroke and Morris Service is out of commission for the time being. As for RHD vs LHD, there is somebody out there for either one. I sold a RHD Sprite a few years ago for what a LHD Sprite would sell for. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Thu Apr 15 20:22:49 2010 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo S) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:22:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <01d601cadd0b$b5f8a330$21e9e990$@net> You should definetly convert it to LHD!!! You will need the steering rack and dash panel along with some other bits. I will send you all the LHD parts and you send me the RHD parts;)\\ Leo -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 5:49 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye I have a 1959 bugeye sprite that has been painted and has a 1275cc engine and a rebuilt 4 speed tranny.I am thinking about pulling the motor and tranny and converting to a datsun 5 speed tranny.I would like to drive the car daily for short distances(5 miles).Which is better,morrisservice or rivergate? The other options are do nothing,or use an aftermarket rear seal to stop oil leaks.Any suggestions?In addition,the car is an original RHD.Would this hurt the resale of the car and should I convert it to a LHD? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/60bugeye at cebridge.net From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 20:53:44 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:53:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Gerard C In-Reply-To: <7847C50B-204C-4D5E-8329-626D4E1F9A54@comcast.net> References: <7847C50B-204C-4D5E-8329-626D4E1F9A54@comcast.net> Message-ID: Yeah, most of us do! Do you Gerard? On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 6:49 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Does anyone know how I can contact Gerard C ? > _______________________________________________ > > > -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From banjojohn at cox.net Thu Apr 15 20:58:05 2010 From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:58:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <4BC7B4F0.3010801@comcast.net> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> <4BC7B4F0.3010801@comcast.net> Message-ID: <541B1032CCAA4F9CA0C4675DD6425E10@authorizf47d14> I pumped fuel back through the pickup tube and then air, when I was changing the pump. Everything seemed to flow easily. The problem acted the same afterwards as before. Thanks for the idea. Obviously I had the same one, which seemed like a real possibility. John -----Original Message----- From: Frank [mailto:spritenut at comcast.net] Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:53 PM To: John O'Brien Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue Clogged pick up tube in the tank, back blow it with air for now, it should work for a while, but it it comes back, clean out the tank. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From banjojohn at cox.net Thu Apr 15 21:01:54 2010 From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:01:54 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14><1C5213A5A7524A52B4106AEF077F1EBC@spider> Message-ID: I'm running twin SU HS2 carbs. Nothing exotic. The problem really seems to be heat related. Car will run fine for 10 minutes or more of spirited driving before it starts running dry. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:30 AM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue It really sounds like the fuel delivery is not able to keep up with demand. Bill is probably right, but you did not mention what carburetion you are using... how are the float bowls vented? David L Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/banjojohn at cox.net From banjojohn at cox.net Thu Apr 15 21:06:34 2010 From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:06:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <4E8AE769-A3E0-4EAA-BF66-DC92620672F3@gmail.com> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14> <4E8AE769-A3E0-4EAA-BF66-DC92620672F3@gmail.com> Message-ID: <69CB924F73BE44C9888AB1B85E93E0F2@authorizf47d14> I thought about that, but I would expect a little fuel leakage when the tank is full. The rubber fuel line from the pick-up metal line to the fuel pump is only about 5 inches long. I checked the clamps for tightness. I suppose even that short line could have a pin hole. I might put a new piece in just in case. Thanks John -----Original Message----- From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 11:26 PM To: John O'Brien Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue John, I had this problem with a1960 Triumph Herald back when I was in high school (a long time ago ;).... Turned out to be a pin-hole in the fuel line between the tank and the fuel pump. Kevin V. On Apr 14, 2010, at 10:41 PM, John O'Brien wrote: > Hi all you wealth of knowledge: > > My Bugeye with a 1275 has been giving me a challenge lately. Last > year it > would die suddenly after driving for a while, and usually after > sitting at > idle for a while and then pushing it hard. I would sit for 5 > minutes and > then it would start and run normally again. It seems like it > started after > I dropped the fuel tank to reseal the sender unit. I had been > having gas > leak around the sender if I filled the tank full. I thought I had > a non > vented gas cap, so I bought a new one. Still happening even if I > leave the > cap off or loose. I have an aftermarket Mr. Gasket electronic fuel > pump > mounted just above the fuel tank in the axle tunnel. I thought it > might be > acting up, so I put in another one I had and got the same result. > I have a > glass fuel filter in the engine bay, and I can see that when I > first start > and until it gets hot the filter is full of gas. When it starts > acting up, > I can see that the filter is empty. I thought about vapor lock > from heat in > the engine bay, so I insulated the fuel line from where it comes up > from > under the car to nearly the carburetors, leaving the filter > uncovered so I > can see. It is still happening. Does anyone have any idea what is > going > on, and what I can do to stop it? I used to have the fuel pump in the > engine bay instead of near the tank. I thought having the fuel line > pressurized from the tank forward would decrease the likelihood of > vapor > lock. I don't remember having trouble with vapor lock when the > pump was in > the engine bay. > > Thanks for any help. > > John O'Brien > > '61 bugeye > > '65 BJ8 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ > kevinv1275 at gmail.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Thu Apr 15 21:27:49 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:27:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> Why is the Morris clutch "that much better"? I have the 1275 clutch with the Rivergate setup and I see nothing wrong with it. Pedal feels pretty good actually. Jess - Carefully consider the consequences of turning your Bugeye into a daily driver. It's a 51 year old car, and while the 5 speed makes the car more drivable, I think you will find that most do so because they wish to drive the cars to shows and club events...and not to work. ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Ramsey" To: "'Jess Power'" Cc: Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:42 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > would suggest that you use the Datsun clutch with > either kit, it is that much better. From eap2140 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 15 21:31:11 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:31:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <956300.65814.qm@web33704.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I don't think you'll be able to get anything from Morisservice with Paul out of commission. BillM might have something for you..... Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: David Ramsey To: Jess Power Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Thu, April 15, 2010 6:42:03 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Not sure you can get a Morrisservice kit right now. To use Paul A's oil seal kit you will need to pull the crank shaft i.e. rebuild the engine. The Rivergate kit with the oil seal, or any other aftermarket kit, will only work if your crank shaft is in good condition. Worn bearings will need to be replaced so if you're going to rebuild it anyway Paul's kit works fine for the oil seal. I would suggest that you use the Datsun clutch with either kit, it is that much better. Should you go with Rivergate and ask for no clutch they will only give you their cost for the clutch off the bill. So really you still pay them their markup on the clutch you don't get. All things considered I would go with Paul's kit. As to your last question the Vin number tells if it is right or left so why change it. Besides going for a drive with a large dog in the passenger seat can be real fun in a RHD car. It doesn't hurt the value of the car anyway, but changing it could. Crash I have a 1959 bugeye sprite that has been painted and has a 1275cc engine and a rebuilt 4 speed tranny.I am thinking about pulling the motor and tranny and converting to a datsun 5 speed tranny.I would like to drive the car daily for short distances(5 miles).Which is better,morrisservice or rivergate? The other options are do nothing,or use an aftermarket rear seal to stop oil leaks.Any suggestions?In addition,the car is an original RHD.Would this hurt the resale of the car and should I convert it to a LHD? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From montpaul at msn.com Thu Apr 15 21:59:58 2010 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:59:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <541B1032CCAA4F9CA0C4675DD6425E10@authorizf47d14> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14>, <4BC7B4F0.3010801@comcast.net>, <541B1032CCAA4F9CA0C4675DD6425E10@authorizf47d14> Message-ID: The screen on the end of the tube in the tank is likely plugged. Run a stiff wire into the tank outlet and knock the screen out. Then install an inline filter. Worked for me. Paul > From: banjojohn at cox.net > To: spritenut at comcast.net > Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:58:05 -0500 > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue > > I pumped fuel back through the pickup tube and then air, when I was changing > the pump. Everything seemed to flow easily. The problem acted the same > afterwards as before. > Thanks for the idea. Obviously I had the same one, which seemed like a real > possibility. > John > > -----Original Message----- > From: Frank [mailto:spritenut at comcast.net] > Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:53 PM > To: John O'Brien > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel delivery issue > > Clogged pick up tube in the tank, back blow it with air for now, it > should work for a while, but it it comes back, clean out the tank. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > My own Fleet of Sprites > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/montpaul at msn.com From conen at bellsouth.net Thu Apr 15 22:40:14 2010 From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:40:14 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: <632198.69604.qm@web180216.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Y'know, Cap'n Bob (and Phred!) is actually a pretty nice guy. Just ignore him, or at least don't provoke him, if he's bothering you. Howdy, Cap'n! (and Phred!) Ed in NC From pythias at pacifier.com Thu Apr 15 22:43:48 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:43:48 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> <480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> Message-ID: <10010409224.20100415214348@pacifier.com> Hello Dean, It's not that the "Morris" clutch is that much better. The difference is that it is a standard DATSUN clutch, so that even with Paul unable to continue to run the business, the part is still available, and will continue to be so for as long as Nissan makes the part, whereas the with the Rivergate clutch, the question is "where else can you get the part if Rivergate goes out of business?" -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" Genius is ten percent inspiration and fifty percent capital gains. From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Apr 15 23:25:36 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:25:36 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gerard C In-Reply-To: References: <7847C50B-204C-4D5E-8329-626D4E1F9A54@comcast.net> Message-ID: > > Does anyone know how I can contact Gerard C ? > > Here you go... -- Cheers!! Jim In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm, and three or more is a congress." John Adams US diplomat & politician (1735 - 1826) From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 15 23:35:46 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 22:35:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <10010409224.20100415214348@pacifier.com> Message-ID: > available, and will continue to be so for as long as Nissan > makes the part, You think Nissan still makes that part?? The Japanese ship us cars, not parts. Those get rebuilt, and rebuilt, and rebuilt. From grday at btinternet.com Fri Apr 16 00:12:51 2010 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 07:12:51 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net> <480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> Message-ID: <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> It is appreciated that there is only a request to, 'Carefully consider the consequences'. The consequences may be a guy who will enjoy using his motor on a daily basis and show the world that a 51 year old motor can hack it! Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dean Hedin"To: "David Ramsey" "'Jess Power'" Cc: Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 4:27 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > Why is the Morris clutch "that much better"? > > I have the 1275 clutch with the Rivergate setup and I see nothing wrong > with it. Pedal feels pretty good actually. > > Jess - Carefully consider the consequences of turning your Bugeye into a > daily driver. It's a 51 year old car, and while the 5 speed makes the car > more drivable, I think you will find that most do so because > they wish to drive the cars to shows and club events...and not to work. > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "David Ramsey" To: "'Jess Power'" Cc: > Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:42 PM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye >> would suggest that you use the Datsun clutch with >> either kit, it is that much better. > _______________________________________________ From fastvee at yahoo.com Fri Apr 16 05:37:32 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 04:37:32 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> Message-ID: <913099.49209.qm@web34405.mail.mud.yahoo.com> The Datsun clutch is a larger diameter with a higher torque capacity. It is an economical upgrade, and could prevent having to one day search for someone to custom build you a clutch disc if the Rivergate parts are unavailable. John Fogelsville, PA --- On Thu, 4/15/10, Dean Hedin wrote: Why is the Morris clutch "that much better"? I have the 1275 clutch with the Rivergate setup and I see nothing wrong with it. Pedal feels pretty good actually. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 05:44:45 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:44:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: but small car nonetheless Message-ID: I am working again, and one of my current projects is a 1995 Club Car gas golf cart. The gas pedal would stick (jammed pillow blocks now replaced) but when I drive it, the engine runs fine for the first little bit, but then it goes into a fit of "surging". The pedal had to be depressed over 3/4 of the way to engage the starter, so I figured I was bumping up against the governor. I lengthened to accelerator rod, so it starts at the slightest push. It STILL surges!! I looked online but couldn't find a service manual. Anyone have any ideas on where to find one? Or better yet, have any experience working on a Club Car OHV engine? Thanks, Brad -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 16 05:53:25 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:53:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <6EFFC6BEF100480EBD263BE7410221B2@HomePC> BS, you seem to be consumed with this "gay" thing. Not sure why you felt the need to bring it up, but I hope the spontaneous confession makes you feel better. It certainly goes a long way to explain the string of failed marriages and relationships you've been talking about, doesn't it? In the future, however, let's keep it to car related topics, OK? -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:14 PM To: ; "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! The only "point" is on top of your head, Brokeback Mountain boy. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:31 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, Frank Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:23 PM To: "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From pilotrob at msn.com Fri Apr 16 06:13:30 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:13:30 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: Hmmm.... ....methinks Larry doth protest too much? :) Obligatory Sprite content: the fan is sold. CB -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 7:53 AM To: Robert E. Shlafer, bugeye at yahoogroups.com, Frank Cc: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net, bugeye at yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! BS, you seem to be consumed with this "gay" thing. Not sure why you felt the need to bring it up, but I hope the spontaneous confession makes you feel better. It certainly goes a long way to explain the string of failed marriages and relationships you've been talking about, doesn't it? In the future, however, let's keep it to car related topics, OK? -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:14 PM To: ; "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! The only "point" is on top of your head, Brokeback Mountain boy. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 9:31 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, Frank Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:23 PM To: "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Apr 16 06:38:57 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 05:38:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: but small car nonetheless In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Go to Google and type in 1995 Club Car manual. As you finish the word car, the manual option line will pop up; just click on that. There seem to be several sources for this; there is one free source that appears to allow you to download a .pdf file. And you can Pay; http://tinyurl.com/y7sa46n ...bill in oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 4:45 AM To: Yahoo Spridget list; Spridget list Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: but small car nonetheless I am working again, and one of my current projects is a 1995 Club Car gas golf cart. The gas pedal would stick (jammed pillow blocks now replaced) but when I drive it, the engine runs fine for the first little bit, but then it goes into a fit of "surging". The pedal had to be depressed over 3/4 of the way to engage the starter, so I figured I was bumping up against the governor. I lengthened to accelerator rod, so it starts at the slightest push. It STILL surges!! I looked online but couldn't find a service manual. Anyone have any ideas on where to find one? Or better yet, have any experience working on a Club Car OHV engine? Thanks, Brad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 08:10:55 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:10:55 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: but small car nonetheless In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: My thanks to all of you that offered up advice. I pulled the carb, and it has a seriously worn throttle shaft. Gof parts store wants $250, one brand new, in the box, free shipping, off eBay..... $89.99 Thank you all!! Brad On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 7:38 AM, wrote: > Go to Google and type in 1995 Club Car manual. > As you finish the word car, the manual option line will pop up; just click > on that. There seem to be several sources for this; there is one free > source > that appears to allow you to download a .pdf file. > And you can Pay; http://tinyurl.com/y7sa46n > ...bill in oregon > > ================================================== > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Brad Fornal > Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 4:45 AM > To: Yahoo Spridget list; Spridget list > Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC CONTENT: but small car nonetheless > > I am working again, and one of my current projects is a 1995 Club Car gas > golf cart. The gas pedal would stick (jammed pillow blocks now replaced) > but > when I drive it, the engine runs fine for the first little bit, but then it > goes into a fit of "surging". The pedal had to be depressed over 3/4 of the > way to engage the starter, so I figured I was bumping up against the > governor. I lengthened to accelerator rod, so it starts at the slightest > push. It STILL surges!! > I looked online but couldn't find a service manual. Anyone have any ideas > on > where to find one? Or better yet, have any experience working on a Club Car > OHV engine? > > Thanks, > Brad > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Fri Apr 16 09:16:14 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:16:14 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question Message-ID: <138724.26495.qm@web46406.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I've never understood why both of the mags are driven by the same shaft, at least on all the airplanes that I have flown or given lessons in. If that shaft fails the second mag goes with the first. The engine usually arrives at the chash scene first so I guess it is OK!! Skip J. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 09:22:32 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:22:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] You guys are Killing me on the Capt's "Specials." Message-ID: I haven't laughed this hard for weeks. Hey Bob, how do you want me to pay you for your specials? Money order or direct bank transfer? I want to get the money to you as fast as I can so that I can nab these deals. . . Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 09:33:52 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:33:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel Delivery Message-ID: I am still using a pull type under hood Tacet that has worked perfect for several years (black plastic housing type from an auto parts store that cost $39.00 at the time). My fuel tank is only 3 years old. I am also running an OER which is the equivalent of a DCOE 45 . seems that I am getting all the delivery that I need as the car rips down the road with no issues. The OER also has an accel pump adjustment as well as a float bowl height adjustment. . very cool carb (I like it I like it). Kirk PS If I were to take the car on a long trip I would carry another pump with me just in case. Most of my driving is around town with a few short freeway blasts once in a while to get to a neighboring city. From redscirocco at hotmail.com Fri Apr 16 10:41:12 2010 From: redscirocco at hotmail.com (Mike Eldred) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:41:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: There's nothing wrong with pressing your 50+ year-old car into service as a daily driver - provided it's generally up to the task. I drive my 1954 MG TF 1250 to work most days (not on rainy, snowy, or icy days), and my commute is about as long as yours. My commute is along quiet country roads, my car cruises comfortably at 55-60 MPH, and I don't have a 5-speed conversion. Personally, I don't think that's something you need for a five mile twice-daily drive, unless most of it is on multi-lane urban or suburban highway where you need sustained speeds of 65 MPH or greater to avoid being run down by mad SUV drivers. Otherwise, your 1275 with and 4-speed should be perfectly adequate for daily use. As for RHD, I would think it safe to assume that a British sports car with RHD would appeal to some potential buyers as a little more "authentic." Personally, I'm planning to retire in a RHD country, so I'd be inclined to think of a RHD car as something I could take with me. As you *may* have noticed, the problem with a RHD car in a LHD country is the reduced visibility when overtaking, driving on righthand bends, and in righthand turns. If you find these situations bothersome or unsafe, it might be worth converting to LHD. If you're happy enough driving it as-is, I wouldn't bother with the time and expense of converting it. I'd keep the "cool factor" of RHD. Plus, it's fun to watch people's faces when they get in on the wrong side. Or the first time they're going down the road sitting in the "driver's side." Enjoy it! -Mike Eldred Wilmington, VT '54 MG TF '73 Midget _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 16 10:56:43 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:56:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Iridium Plug Question In-Reply-To: <138724.26495.qm@web46406.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <138724.26495.qm@web46406.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BC896CB.3020303@justbrits.com> << If that shaft fails the second mag goes with the first. >> When our Air Medic Program was started in MI a number of years ago Skip, that was one of my "early" questions -:) !!! << The engine usually arrives at the chash scene first so I guess it is OK!! >> Er in rotor-craft, HOPEFULLY that is NOT so !! LOL Oh, did I mention the Program was built around the use of a helicopter ??? Ed From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 16 10:59:14 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:59:14 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Gerard C Message-ID: Aren't contact details listed for him in that Spridget power tuning book (2008 edition)? In a message dated 16/04/2010 03:35:16 GMT Daylight Time, jessmd1 at comcast.net writes: Does anyone know how I can contact Gerard C ? From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 16 11:01:40 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:01:40 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... Message-ID: Apart from selling spares on the expensive side has the Cap'd done anything else I've missed to piss off the list big time? Enquiring minds need to know, the list was generally more friendly than this even to anyone who was a PITA. In a message dated 16/04/2010 04:01:14 GMT Daylight Time, pilotrob at msn.com writes: Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Fri Apr 16 11:52:58 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:52:58 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: <5F2A17470DE54C52B3DD7F8F211AB3A7@HomePC> References: , <5F2A17470DE54C52B3DD7F8F211AB3A7@HomePC> Message-ID: Children! Go kneel in the corner ... :) From pilotrob at msn.com Fri Apr 16 12:02:15 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:02:15 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Message-ID: -----Original Message----- From: Robert E.Shlafer Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 12:04 AM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I should be so lucky! :) CB -----Original Message----- From: George Maffett Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 11:43 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Larry, Next time you get an e-mail from CB just report it as SPAM. That way all his e-mails go directly into your SPAM folder where you can delete them along with all the other crap. I did this severalB months ago and it's made reading the groups postings a much more pleasant experience. GM ________________________________ From: Larry Daniels To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com; Frank Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com; midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Thu, April 15, 2010 6:31:08 PM Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! B Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. ------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- -- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:23 PM To: "Frank" Cc: ; ; Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! I thought you didn't like the Chinese/ Indian crap??? :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Frank Sent: Thursday, April 15, 2010 7:50 PM To: Robert E. Shlafer Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups. com, midgetsprite@ yahoogroups. com, spridgets at autox. team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Original Smiths vacuum gauge - all the right markings/colors - with vac. > line. > > $200.00 + shipping > > $65.00 + shipping - 6 bladed Series A plastic fan > > MiniMania has the plastic fans on sale from time to time for $9.99 What are you doing, retiring on Spridget parts? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites ------------ --------- --------- ------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe@ yahoogroups. com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups. yahoo.com/ group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] From 72spridget at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 12:03:52 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:03:52 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: > Apart from selling spares on the expensive side has the Cap'd done anything > else I've missed to piss off the list big time? Enquiring minds need to > know, the list was generally more friendly than this even to anyone who was > a PITA. I thought that this was covered in the last chapter of some tuner book? Sounds like a personal vendetta to me. Maybe these are all Fiats in disguise. David L From pilotrob at msn.com Fri Apr 16 12:05:47 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:05:47 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... Message-ID: Not responsible for your thoughts or feelings, Daniel, or those of anyone else I've not attacked......which would be no one, btw. All I've done is defended myself from those who've attacked me who ascribed bad motive to human error!! So bugger off, mate. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 1:01 PM To: pilotrob at msn.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... Apart from selling spares on the expensive side has the Cap'd done anything else I've missed to piss off the list big time? Enquiring minds need to know, the list was generally more friendly than this even to anyone who was a PITA. In a message dated 16/04/2010 04:01:14 GMT Daylight Time, pilotrob at msn.com writes: Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. From pythias at pacifier.com Fri Apr 16 15:45:41 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:45:41 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? Message-ID: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> Hello Spridgets, I bought tickets two months ago to visit my daughter while she spends a semester in BUDAPEST. The Icelandic Volcano seems to have disrupted most flights to Europe, and mine may be delayed/cancelled as I was to fly thru Heathrow. .. Cross your fingers for me, as I'm scheduled to go out Sunday Evening from Seattle.. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com File not found. Should I fake it? (Y/N) From lists at dinospider.com Fri Apr 16 16:43:01 2010 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:43:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? In-Reply-To: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> References: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <4BC8E7F5.1040601@dinospider.com> Good luck! I am off to LAX to drop off my uncle tomorrow for a flight to France, how much you wanna bet I am stuck with him for a few more days ? From what I can gather, flights will be flying tomorrow (at least the airlines hope so) but they have a huge backlog of travelers to get in the planes. My uncle was told that most likely tomorrows flights will be flying people that had been scheduled to fly Thursday, Sunday's flights will be Friday and some Saturday people, Monday's flights will be Saturday and Sunday people. The very friendly airline lady on the phone today said that they don't expect normal traffic until late Tuesday and the airports will be jammed until then. Then she said, "That is only if we start flying Saturday and many pilots are questioning Saturday flights" mike On 04/16/2010 02:45 PM, Bill L wrote: > Hello Spridgets, > > I bought tickets two months ago to visit my daughter while she > spends a semester in BUDAPEST. The Icelandic Volcano seems to have > disrupted most flights to Europe, and mine may be delayed/cancelled > as I was to fly thru Heathrow. .. > > Cross your fingers for me, as I'm scheduled to go out Sunday Evening > from Seattle.. From george.brokaw at cox.net Fri Apr 16 16:51:30 2010 From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:51:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? In-Reply-To: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> References: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <01b301caddb7$5ae2ff20$10a8fd60$@brokaw@cox.net> Well I just ordered from the UK (last night) and got a shipment notice that it will be delivered on the 19th (Monday). I am NOT holding my breath... Good luck on your trip. I would be afraid that you would make it to the east coast where you would be stranded. :( IAW NBC nightly news, it doesn't look good. Paul -----Original Message----- Hello Spridgets, I bought tickets two months ago to visit my daughter while she spends a semester in BUDAPEST. The Icelandic Volcano seems to have disrupted most flights to Europe, and mine may be delayed/cancelled as I was to fly thru Heathrow. .. Cross your fingers for me, as I'm scheduled to go out Sunday Evening from Seattle.. -- Best regards, Bill L. File not found. Should I fake it? (Y/N) _______________________________________________ From kgb at frontiernet.net Fri Apr 16 18:09:42 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:09:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC8FC46.3040705@frontiernet.net> Apart from sharing my admittedly radical political views, our dear Captain has always been one of the first to offer very helpful Spridget advice. He also is owned by a cat, so he can't be all bad. I believe that he also drinks beer. That alone should qualify him for list membership in good standing. Kate WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > Apart from selling spares on the expensive side has the Cap'd done anything > else I've missed to piss off the list big time? Enquiring minds need to > know, the list was generally more friendly than this even to anyone who was > a PITA. > > In a message dated 16/04/2010 04:01:14 GMT Daylight Time, pilotrob at msn.com > writes: > > > Nice try, Boob. Frank points out that you want to sell a $10 part for $60 > > and you try to blame it on Frank. You are such a piece of crap. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From lbc at littlebitcountry.com Fri Apr 16 18:39:36 2010 From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 20:39:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? In-Reply-To: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> References: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <201004170040.o3H0dwLE028825@mail.usimperio.com> Here are 2 sites you can track your flight status http://www.flightstats.com/go/Home/home.do http://airtravelcenter.com/flight-tracker.htm Good luck Dave From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 16 19:13:35 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:13:35 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BC90B3F.5040800@comcast.net> Brad Fornal wrote: > Not to cast aspersions towards Frank (he IS a Spridget mechanical GOD) > but isn't the fan that MiniMania sells for a Mini? And if so, aren't > the blades the wrong direction for a Spridget? Mini fans are backwards but Spridget Mania, a division of Mini Mania, sells the plastic yellow 6 blade SPRITE fans for $9.99, I bought 2 last year when they were on sale. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 16 19:57:16 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:57:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... In-Reply-To: <4BC8FC46.3040705@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: All this time I thought he was popular. Who knew? From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 16 20:08:15 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 22:08:15 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> We drive the beaters to work, through the bumper to bumper traffic, pass the jerk on the cell phone...dodging the lady doing her makeup at the light.. ...avoiding the teeny bopper in her brand new Mustang...staying out of way of the idiot who was out drinking last night and is now late for work. ..because that is what the beater is for. We "save" the Bugeye for the good times, on the long, peaceful, country roads. We have carefully considered these things. . ----- Original Message ----- From: "Guy R Day" > It is appreciated that there is only a request to, 'Carefully consider the > consequences'. > > The consequences may be a guy who will enjoy using his motor on a daily > basis and show the world that a 51 year old motor can hack it! Smile!> From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 16 20:40:58 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:40:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: <849034.62784.qm@web80807.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <849034.62784.qm@web80807.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BC91FBA.7020301@justbrits.com> << *consourse show car* >> WHY do folks restore cars just to show them off in a Shopping Mall, Matt ??? I just don't understand it ?!? Ed From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 16 20:43:04 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 22:43:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty References: Message-ID: <235EA12B4D4044C8BBECBE6408449BB6@blackbox2> Certainly, if one commutes in the middle of nowhere, on the nice country roads, a few miles distance, then by all means. We should all be so blessed. But outside of this, one should carefully consider making a Bugeye one's daily driver. I think that is sound advise. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Eldred" > There's nothing wrong with pressing your 50+ year-old car into service as a > daily driver - provided it's generally up to the task. > > I drive my 1954 MG TF 1250 to work most days (not on rainy, snowy, or icy > days), and my commute is about as long as yours. My commute is along quiet > country roads, my car cruises comfortably at 55-60 MPH, From pilotrob at msn.com Fri Apr 16 20:55:08 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 02:55:08 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Concours Message-ID: I can understand it 'cause it's different strokes for different folks, often at different times. But for me, like flying, the major fun has always been in the "driving" it, with working on it myself following closely in second place. But If I can't drive it more or less as a daily driver for most of the year for whatever reason(s), no point in having it IMHO. CB -----Original Message----- From: Shop at " Just Brits " Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 10:40 PM To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, 4 - Spridgets Subject: Re: [midgetsprite] Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! << *consourse show car* >> WHY do folks restore cars just to show them off in a Shopping Mall, Matt ??? I just don't understand it ?!? Ed From jessmd1 at comcast.net Fri Apr 16 22:25:43 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:25:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye Message-ID: Is there a toyota motor and tranny that will fit in a 1959 bugeye? From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Fri Apr 16 23:04:26 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:04:26 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty In-Reply-To: <235EA12B4D4044C8BBECBE6408449BB6@blackbox2> References: <235EA12B4D4044C8BBECBE6408449BB6@blackbox2> Message-ID: On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 8:43 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: But outside of this, one should carefully consider making a Bugeye one's daily driver. I think that is sound advise. ------------------------------------------- For those of us who have been English car fans since we were kids, I respectfully disagree! My first Bugeye was towed home on the end of a 100 foot rope by one of my buddies who borrowed his dad's truck for the job. I paid the kingly sum of $100 for that car in 1969. I got it running and it WAS my daily driver, weekend driver and ONLY driver. I was able to keep it running on a shoestring budget and fixed it up as I could. I sold it for a small profit and bought another... Same scenario over and over until I found a nice one for a reasonable price. I drove a 65 Sprite from Cincinnati to California and back via Mexico after graduating HS in 1971. I had a really nice 67 Sprite that was probably the best car I ever owned even if it wasn't the most expensive or newest. I truly loved those cars and did well with them for daily drivers! Someday I will have my 60 completely up to snuff and well sorted. It will be a daily driver but I probably won't drive it in bad weather or when it is too hot for an old guy like me! The really great part about having my Bugeye today is that I can actually afford to do what I want with it and fix it up!!! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From richb at u.washington.edu Fri Apr 16 23:32:27 2010 From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 22:32:27 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye References: Message-ID: <298AFDD1FC334D43802F3F3FEBEE4760@m275laptop> Not with out major modifications (cutting the cross member out). Here is a link to swapping in the T series block. The 4AGE is also done. http://www.team.net/www/mg/tech/midget/engswapa.html Rich Ball '76 Midget Everett WA ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jess Power" To: Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 9:25 PM Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye > Is there a toyota motor and tranny that will fit in a 1959 bugeye? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/richb at u.washington.edu From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 16 23:55:40 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 01:55:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye References: Message-ID: <29B8E51CC4AB4667A5B09A08B2E0394C@blackbox2> With a welder and a tape measure - anything is possible... OTOH, Keeping a RHD Bugeye as original as is possible is quite difficult. The beauty of the 210 5 speed is that no cutting of the tunnel is required. All the other known options require cutting sheetmetal. Can you post a url to some photos of you car? We need to make sure it's not one of the lost factory specials before you go put a rice rocket motor in it. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jess Power" Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye > Is there a toyota motor and tranny that will fit in a 1959 bugeye? From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 00:12:22 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:12:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <990807.29450.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Jess Power: "Is there a toyota motor and tranny that will fit in a 1959 bugeye?" Jess, I've seen my favorite Toyota engine of all time - the 4AGE - in a couple of Spridgets. That would be a great swap but they are beginning to get a bit hard to find. They came in the first gen Mister2 and I believe in the Corolla GTS (the RWD one). Maybe others, but I can't think of them. Don't know how much if any cutting was required to do the install. Of course, with a welder and a cutting wheel, just about anything can be persuaded to fit. David Booker Long Island From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Apr 17 02:57:20 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 03:57:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW price... In-Reply-To: References: <4BC8FC46.3040705@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: NOBODY on this list is popular! We are all merely tolerated, some just a wee bit more than others. On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 8:57 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > All this time I thought he was popular. Who knew? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Apr 17 03:00:17 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 04:00:17 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: CapBob specials @ Low, LOW prices!! In-Reply-To: <4BC91FBA.7020301@justbrits.com> References: <849034.62784.qm@web80807.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BC91FBA.7020301@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Those days that we are out, and Martha wants to stop at Wally World "for just a second" (yeah right) I STAY with the car. I keep an eye on it, as I have known owners of other brands of "new" cars, that come out to find their cars keyed, even though they parked way out in the lot. Some "Wal Creatures" (see www.peopleofwalmart.com) can't abide someone that owns something nicer than what they own. On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 9:40 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << *consourse show car* >> > > WHY do folks restore cars just to show them off > in a Shopping Mall, Matt ??? > > I just don't understand it ?!? > > Ed > > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From grday at btinternet.com Sat Apr 17 03:16:39 2010 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 10:16:39 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> Message-ID: <6A4622CEF6F149118AFDBB3CC7EABD97@user8634b3d69b> Hi Dean, Each to their own. Mine was a daily drive and I enjoyed it as such. It is now in the process of having a new body and may not be a daily drive afterwards but it is being rebuilt as such. Whilst the motor is in someone's possession, it is theirs to do with as they want, and they may not want a heritage item to be only used on sunny weekends. After my hood flew up and bent back over the screen I kept a sponge in the car to clear away the pool on the drivers side floor when I got to work and laughed with every one else when I was on my knees at the side emptying it before the drain holes were drilled through the floor! When I had a 6 hour drive twice a week to get to work I opted to use it because of the fun, and freedom. It never let me down, my feet got hot and my hair blew away but the car was used. When I retired, my present to myself was the new body shell and the planned retirement was a lazy half and half working on the house and in the garage. The reality is a little different I'm working longer hours now than I ever did working for someone else! All the best Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dean Hedin" To: "Guy R Day" ; Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 3:08 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > We drive the beaters to work, through the bumper to bumper traffic, > pass the jerk on the cell phone...dodging the lady doing her makeup at the > light.. > ...avoiding the teeny bopper in her brand new Mustang...staying out of > way of the idiot who was out drinking last night and is now late for work. > > ..because that is what the beater is for. > > We "save" the Bugeye for the good times, on the long, peaceful, country > roads. > > We have carefully considered these things. . > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Guy R Day" > >> It is appreciated that there is only a request to, 'Carefully consider >> the consequences'. >> >> The consequences may be a guy who will enjoy using his motor on a daily >> basis and show the world that a 51 year old motor can hack it! > Smile!> From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 06:35:34 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 05:35:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <168362.61105.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/17/10, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > For those of us who have been English car fans since we > were kids, I > respectfully disagree! My first Bugeye was towed home on Yeah-man. There is something immensely satisfying about using up a car. My first car was an MGB that saw 3 Albany winters and all the tricks necessary to survive them at college (and to successfully date my now-wife). At my son's high school, there is a 1275 Midget that one of the kids drives everyday, even throughout this winter (white with Wisconsin plates, garish gold Rostyles if anyone knows the car). Some will blanch at this, but it looks incredible covered in winter crap. I think I have never completely bonded with my street Bugeye because I don't use it daily. I have tried, but it ends up being sporadic. My 1978 Alfa currently has clear packing tape covering 2 cracks in the rear window plastic from the cold, and winter floor mats that I need to take out. It is under-appreciated by the masses and the sportscar market and some would argue by me for using it as my "beater", but I disagree. Ron From mark at nashvilletn.org Sat Apr 17 07:21:06 2010 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:21:06 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? References: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <0C4A7FB93C9B496BBFA4078756B19D92@Dell9200> Out Daughter-in-law is 100 miles north of Nairobi and due to return on Wednesday. They have already told her to expect delays. She arrived there last Tuesday and her luggage hasn't made it yet. What an adventure, half way around the world, in a third world country, no clothes and not sure when she can come home. There are advantages to being 35, she seems to be taking it in stride. Mark Nashville From grunthaner at gmail.com Sat Apr 17 07:38:45 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:38:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets Message-ID: Hi List I've been really busy at school with my robotics club right now we are tig welding a stainless steel frame for our underwater robot at our sister school (we are votech) and the instruction from a pro welder who teaches at our night school. Unfortunatly with NJ budget cuts the instructor and the night welding program along with many other programs will end this year so we are in morning. All out adult ed programs have ended and we have had them for over 40 years so I am very very upset about this but on a lighter note: I came across this interesting product on eBay which sparked a question for discussion. The ad is for a fabricated drip pan for Spridgets and it says "the most likely cause is oil leaking past the rear main bearing, since there's not oil seal there." I didn't realize our our LBC's didn't have a seal there, can someone explain how our LBC's can operate that way? And is it really true? eBay # 180478707120 Thanks, Linda http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-Sprite-MG-Midget-oil-drip-tray-Catch-22_W0QQitemZ180478707120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2a055e85b0 From kk7ss at verizon.net Sat Apr 17 08:05:48 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:05:48 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty In-Reply-To: References: , <235EA12B4D4044C8BBECBE6408449BB6@blackbox2>, Message-ID: <4BC9C03C.10863.142B73@kk7ss.verizon.net> Bough my '67 Sprite as a "fixer upper", had to flat bed it home.. It was my Solo II car and my daily driver for over 5 years. Drove it coast to coast (MD to WA) twice. If it hadn't been for the divorce..... -- Dave G. KK7SS DN06ig '65 Sprite - work in progress '76 Midget - nearly ready From kk7ss at verizon.net Sat Apr 17 08:16:02 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:16:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC--Flights to Europe? In-Reply-To: <0C4A7FB93C9B496BBFA4078756B19D92@Dell9200> References: <32638121.20100416144541@pacifier.com>, <0C4A7FB93C9B496BBFA4078756B19D92@Dell9200> Message-ID: <4BC9C2A2.9887.1D8AD1@kk7ss.verizon.net> From kgb at frontiernet.net Sat Apr 17 11:56:39 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 10:56:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go Message-ID: <4BC9F657.8000405@frontiernet.net> My Friday morning coffee buddy & I recently had to find a new restaurant for our weekly gab fest. I immediately saw a sign on the door that reads "Seeing Eye Dogs Only". Big red flag. When we paid, I politely explained the laws to the manager, and he insists that the Nevada Department of Health told him that Seeing Eye dogs are the ONLY animals allowed in the restaurant. I know that Nevada has wonderful laws to aid people who use service dogs, but I have misplaced the web site since the great computer crash of 2009. I intend to go back for dinner, accompanied by Bonnie, with the State laws in my purse, and very politely see what happens. Bonnie has been so happy to go back to work after her long layoff, that she does what I need her to before I even ask her to, just like she did as a puppy. I think she was becoming spoiled because she was always going with me, while all the other dogs stayed home except for trips to the lake. Kate & Bonnie Elko, NV From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 13:25:46 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 12:25:46 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <4BC9F657.8000405@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <949855.30031.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Here you go, Kate: http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusnvguidedoglaws.htm#s075 Woof! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Kathryn Bales wrote: From: Kathryn Bales Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go To: assistance-dogs at yahoogroups.com, "Spridgets" Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010, 1:56 PM My Friday morning coffee buddy & I recently had to find a new restaurant for our weekly gab fest. I immediately saw a sign on the door that reads "Seeing Eye Dogs Only". Big red flag. When we paid, I politely explained the laws to the manager, and he insists that the Nevada Department of Health told him that Seeing Eye dogs are the ONLY animals allowed in the restaurant. I know that Nevada has wonderful laws to aid people who use service dogs, but I have misplaced the web site since the great computer crash of 2009. I intend to go back for dinner, accompanied by Bonnie, with the State laws in my purse, and very politely see what happens. Bonnie has been so happy to go back to work after her long layoff, that she does what I need her to before I even ask her to, just like she did as a puppy. I think she was becoming spoiled because she was always going with me, while all the other dogs stayed home except for trips to the lake. Kate & Bonnie Elko, NV Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Apr 17 13:32:38 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:32:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: They have what is called a scroll seal. There is a spiral, cut into the rear of the crank, that, whilst the engine is running, "allegedly" twists the oil back into the pan. BUT, with many folks incorrectly "de-smogging" their vehicles, the crankcase builds up more pressure than the poor old scroll can handle. Sure, remove the smog pump, but don't just plug up the hose, put a filter on it, and let it breath. If air was moving through it for the emissions, it STILL needs to move through it, to keep crankcase pressures from building. That said, any seller will not tell you to get your block correctly vented, they will tell you to buy their product, because you NEED IT! NOW!! Before the EPA is knocking on your door, threatening you with the Exxon Valdez sized oil clean up fine, for a puddle under your car. Our little town was trying to pass an ordinance, to write you a ticket, if you didn't park your car on concrete. If you were on grass, and IF your car leaked anything, it "might" get into the groundwater. Just another way for the POLITICIAN to get their filthy little money grubbing hands into someones wallet. Brad On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 8:38 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Hi List I've been really busy at school with my robotics club right now we > are tig welding a stainless steel frame for our underwater robot at our > sister school (we are votech) and the instruction from a pro welder who > teaches at our night school. Unfortunatly with NJ budget cuts the > instructor > and the night welding program along with many other programs will end this > year so we are in morning. All out adult ed programs have ended and we have > had them for over 40 years so I am very very upset about this but on a > lighter note: > > I came across this interesting product on eBay which sparked a question for > discussion. > > The ad is for a fabricated drip pan for Spridgets and it says "the most > likely cause is oil leaking past the rear main bearing, since there's not > oil seal there." > > I didn't realize our our LBC's didn't have a seal there, can someone > explain how our LBC's can operate that way? And is it really true? > > eBay # 180478707120 > > Thanks, > Linda > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-Sprite-MG-Midget-oil-drip-tray-Catch-22_W0QQitemZ180478707120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2a055e85b0 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From kgb at frontiernet.net Sat Apr 17 13:53:23 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 12:53:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <949855.30031.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <949855.30031.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCA11B3.1050505@frontiernet.net> I'm sorry, guys. This was supposed to go to my service dog group and I evidently clicked on the wrong "S". I do appreciate the help though. I can print out the state law for our local cops, who are generally good guys, but no nothing of federal law, since they don't enforce it. Even when I screw up, I can always count on my Spridgeteers! Kate HealeyRick wrote: > Here you go, Kate: > http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusnvguidedoglaws.htm#s075 > Woof! > > Rick > > Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo > > --- On *Sat, 4/17/10, Kathryn Bales //* wrote: > > > From: Kathryn Bales > Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go > To: assistance-dogs at yahoogroups.com, "Spridgets" > > Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010, 1:56 PM > > My Friday morning coffee buddy & I recently had to find a new > restaurant for our weekly gab fest. I immediately saw a sign on > the door that reads "Seeing Eye Dogs Only". Big red flag. > > When we paid, I politely explained the laws to the manager, and he > insists that the Nevada Department of Health told him that Seeing > Eye dogs are the ONLY animals allowed in the restaurant. > > I know that Nevada has wonderful laws to aid people who use > service dogs, but I have misplaced the web site since the great > computer crash of 2009. > > I intend to go back for dinner, accompanied by Bonnie, with the > State laws in my purse, and very politely see what happens. Bonnie > has been so happy to go back to work after her long layoff, that > she does what I need her to before I even ask her to, just like > she did as a puppy. I think she was becoming spoiled because she > was always going with me, while all the other dogs stayed home > except for trips to the lake. > > Kate & Bonnie > Elko, NV > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Sat Apr 17 14:02:51 2010 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo S) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 15:02:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <4BC9F657.8000405@frontiernet.net> References: <4BC9F657.8000405@frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <000001cade68$f6df6100$e49e2300$@net> Actually kate, The federal term as these are federal laws, not state laws, is " Service Anaimals" Now which includes dogs, miniature ponies, pigs, and even some reptiles. The reason the term has changed is because such a wide variety of animals have been used and 'okayed" by doctors for such uses. An interesting note is that a there is no federal accrediting )or licensing of "service animals". The laws can pritind out from any site which deals with ADA Law. http://www.ada.gov/svcabrpt.pdf now the question is only how far do you want to push the issue to gain equal access. leo -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kathryn Bales Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 12:57 PM To: assistance-dogs at yahoogroups.com; Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go <<<>>>>>> Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/60bugeye at cebridge.net From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 17 14:33:11 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 15:33:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <949855.30031.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <949855.30031.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCA1B07.5050306@justbrits.com> << Woof! >> Rick & Kate, I believe you mean: Woof ! Woof ! Arf !! Arf !!! Grrr!!!!!!! [and IF required by situation] Snap !! [and "maybe"] CHOMP !!!!!!!!!!!!! From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sat Apr 17 14:46:09 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:46:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> <6A4622CEF6F149118AFDBB3CC7EABD97@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: ----- Original Message ----- From: "Guy R Day" > Hi Dean, > > Each to their own. Mine was a daily drive and I enjoyed it as > such. It is now in the process of having a new body and may not be a daily > drive afterwards but it is being rebuilt as such. That is right. I only asked that he carefully consider before making it a daily driver. Nothing wrong with that. It is sound advise.. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sat Apr 17 14:56:56 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:56:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty References: <168362.61105.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ron Soave" > I think I have never completely bonded with my street Bugeye because I don't use it daily. I have tried, but it ends up being > sporadic. Well come on Ron, there must be some reason why you don't drive it every day... ...let me guess...you have carefully considered driving it daily..but... From spritenut at comcast.net Sat Apr 17 15:04:28 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:04:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> Message-ID: <4BCA225C.1000602@comcast.net> Dean Hedin wrote: > We drive the beaters to work, through the bumper to bumper traffic, > > ..because that is what the beater is for. > > We "save" the Bugeye for the good times, on the long, peaceful, > country roads. > And a modern "beater" costs twice as much as a decent Bugeye. You can fix your Bugeye, you can NOT fix a modern car. So why use a 30-40 thousand dollar car as a beater when a 10,000 Bugeye is so much more fun? -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ My own Fleet of Sprites From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Apr 17 15:04:00 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:04:00 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <000001cade68$f6df6100$e49e2300$@net> References: <4BC9F657.8000405@frontiernet.net> <000001cade68$f6df6100$e49e2300$@net> Message-ID: Rats are used to sense tightness in a "customer's" neck; they ride about on your shoulders. It will then nuzzle your ear to remind you to take your mood med. ...bill in oregon ===================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leo S Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:03 PM To: 'Kathryn Bales'; assistance-dogs at yahoogroups.com; 'Spridgets' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go Actually kate, The federal term as these are federal laws, not state laws, is " Service Anaimals" Now which includes dogs, miniature ponies, pigs, and even some reptiles. The reason the term has changed is because such a wide variety of animals have been used and 'okayed" by doctors for such uses. An interesting note is that a there is no federal accrediting )or licensing of "service animals". The laws can pritind out from any site which deals with ADA Law. http://www.ada.gov/svcabrpt.pdf now the question is only how far do you want to push the issue to gain equal access. leo From racerbob70 at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 15:25:39 2010 From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com (Bob Van Kirk) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:25:39 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Amarillo, Texas help Message-ID: <534047.39481.qm@web51602.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Anyone on the list close to Amarillo who would be willing to help securing a Opel hood and arrange shipping? Please answer off lsit.... Thank you, Bob From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sat Apr 17 15:57:24 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:57:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2> <1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b> <2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2> <4BCA225C.1000602@comcast.net> Message-ID: <0A00EDB6FB6640DDBD5BE6F344ECB037@blackbox2> It depends on the situation, Maybe a $10k Bugeye. And yes, for those of us who work on our own cars, yes it can be quite affordable. But I just got back from the Kintnersville show today and was talking to a guy who spent that much just on paint and body work on his Bugeye. Needless to say he does not drive it to work everyday. I don't know why this topic has struck such nerve. It's a plain fact that most running Bugeyes are not daily drivers, despite the diehards who feel that it should not be that way. Clearly some "careful consideration" has brought this about. In any case, The turnout to the Kintnersville event was sparse maybe 20 vehicles. It's a shame. I am told that last year they had over 65 cars. But it was still worthwhile to go. Met some interesting people and there were some interesting cars as well. Some stayed for the "cruise night" they do at the location later in the evening. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank" > And a modern "beater" costs twice as much as a decent Bugeye. > You can fix your Bugeye, you can NOT fix a modern car. > So why use a 30-40 thousand dollar car as a beater when a 10,000 Bugeye > is so much more fun? From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 16:19:21 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 15:19:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Daily driver duty In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <254475.67362.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Dean Hedin wrote: > ...let me guess...you have carefully considered driving it > daily..but... Nope - keep guessing. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Apr 17 17:07:47 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:07:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <0A00EDB6FB6640DDBD5BE6F344ECB037@blackbox2> References: <20100416014058.BB3AD187650@autox.team.net><480BF88D0FB34146BF377817C810D02A@blackbox2><1111C58C9E4B4604A6ADEC795C832732@user8634b3d69b><2B5C9E195F2A44BB96F7286D6A4F8E5A@blackbox2><4BCA225C.1000602@comcast.net> <0A00EDB6FB6640DDBD5BE6F344ECB037@blackbox2> Message-ID: <3B141466193D4BF49034F60EE77B6EB4@HomePC> You know what is funny is that I have a two and a half car garage. Two of my Brit cars reside in there regularly. My wife's and my regular drivers line up in the driveway even though both of them are worth more than both of the cars in the garage. Must be an emotional thing rather than a pragmatic thing... even though she accuses me of being the ultimate pragmatist. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Dean Hedin" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 4:57 PM To: "Spridgets" ; "Frank" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye It depends on the situation, Maybe a $10k Bugeye. And yes, for those of us who work on our own cars, yes it can be quite affordable. But I just got back from the Kintnersville show today and was talking to a guy who spent that much just on paint and body work on his Bugeye. Needless to say he does not drive it to work everyday. I don't know why this topic has struck such nerve. It's a plain fact that most running Bugeyes are not daily drivers, despite the diehards who feel that it should not be that way. Clearly some "careful consideration" has brought this about. In any case, The turnout to the Kintnersville event was sparse maybe 20 vehicles. It's a shame. I am told that last year they had over 65 cars. But it was still worthwhile to go. Met some interesting people and there were some interesting cars as well. Some stayed for the "cruise night" they do at the location later in the evening. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank" > And a modern "beater" costs twice as much as a decent Bugeye. > You can fix your Bugeye, you can NOT fix a modern car. > So why use a 30-40 thousand dollar car as a beater when a 10,000 Bugeye > is so much more fun? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 17:23:06 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:23:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <0A00EDB6FB6640DDBD5BE6F344ECB037@blackbox2> Message-ID: <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Dean Hedin wrote: > It depends on the situation, Maybe a > $10k Bugeye. I'm not a rich man, but it isn't cost that makes the decision for me. Heck, I drove a Lotus Turbo Esprit every day for 3 years right up until it exploded - the radiator cost more than my race Sprite did. I'll be honest and open myself up for ridicule - I think roll-up windows are the greatest innovation on LBCs since, well, since anything. I admire the simplicity of being able to race an old LBC without having to do anything to the weather system except unfasten it, but in a beater it is akin to using chopsticks instead of a fork. That's why I never stuck with it for long as a daily driver. I'm OK without A/C, radio, heat, etc., but I personally need windows for everyday use. There, I said it. Ron From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 17:36:42 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:36:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <317766.68780.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com> It was imagining I had rats crawling all over my body that made me need mood meds in the first place! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 4/17/10, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: From: corvallis at peoplepc.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010, 5:04 PM Rats are used to sense tightness in a "customer's" neck; they ride about on your shoulders. It will then nuzzle your ear to remind you to take your mood med. ...bill in oregon ===================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leo S Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:03 PM To: 'Kathryn Bales'; assistance-dogs at yahoogroups.com; 'Spridgets' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go Actually kate, The federal term as these are federal laws, not state laws, is " Service Anaimals" Now which includes dogs, miniature ponies, pigs, and even some reptiles. The reason the term has changed is because such a wide variety of animals have been used and 'okayed" by doctors for such uses. An interesting note is that a there is no federal accrediting )or licensing of "service animals". The laws can pritind out from any site which deals with ADA Law. http://www.ada.gov/svcabrpt.pdf now the question is only how far do you want to push the issue to gain equal access. leo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Apr 17 18:43:49 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:43:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Just today I went on a road trip with the local Brit car club. I took my 67 Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely hates. No power steering, no power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater or radio. Everything she hates about it, I love about it. The complete starkness of it is what I love. Went to visit John Gunnell, the automotive author, today after the trip. He is about 45 minutes from me. I took all the back roads home. Got completely lost. Loved every mile home that took an hour and a half. That is what owning these cars is all about. Explore, drive slow and enjoy it, get lost and enjoy that, too. I purposely didn't bring a map. It's a blast! Saw things that are less than an hour from home that I have never seen before. It was a blast! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 6:23 PM To: "Spridgets" ; "Frank" ; "Dean Hedin" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Dean Hedin wrote: > It depends on the situation, Maybe a > $10k Bugeye. I'm not a rich man, but it isn't cost that makes the decision for me. Heck, I drove a Lotus Turbo Esprit every day for 3 years right up until it exploded - the radiator cost more than my race Sprite did. I'll be honest and open myself up for ridicule - I think roll-up windows are the greatest innovation on LBCs since, well, since anything. I admire the simplicity of being able to race an old LBC without having to do anything to the weather system except unfasten it, but in a beater it is akin to using chopsticks instead of a fork. That's why I never stuck with it for long as a daily driver. I'm OK without A/C, radio, heat, etc., but I personally need windows for everyday use. There, I said it. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 17 18:47:09 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:47:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <317766.68780.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <317766.68780.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCA568D.8010704@justbrits.com> << It was imagining I had rats crawling all over my body that made me need mood meds in the first place! >> And the the "Nasty Boy" and then the "operation" and THEN "the 'better' med], right Rick !!! -:) Anon From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 19:16:11 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:16:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > the local Brit car club. I took my 67 > Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely > hates. No power steering, no > power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater > or radio. I love your ute, too. It's got great windows. Ron From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Apr 17 19:27:34 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 20:27:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Yeah, you and I think alike. I'll bet Lynette would hate it as much as Carrie does. That's what makes it cool!!! Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do they? Damn women are built different, aren't they? Yeah, and thank God they are!! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:16 PM To: "Spridgets" ; "Larry Daniels" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > the local Brit car club. I took my 67 > Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely > hates. No power steering, no > power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater > or radio. I love your ute, too. It's got great windows. Ron From kk7ss at verizon.net Sat Apr 17 19:48:37 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 18:48:37 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: References: <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>, Message-ID: <4BCA64F5.23124.2979F77@kk7ss.verizon.net> The same thing happens to me if I take a drink after taking my meds ! And I don't even have to leave the house ;^) -- Dave G. KK7SS DN06ig '65 Sprite - work in progress '76 Midget - nearly ready On 17 Apr 2010 at 19:43, Larry Daniels wrote: > Saw things that are less than an hour from home that I have never > seen before. From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 17 20:14:10 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:14:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: References: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCA6AF2.7010806@justbrits.com> << Damn women are built different, aren't they? Yeah, and thank God they are!! >> SAY AMEN brother, say AMEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Me PS: 50% / 50% chance Cindy WOULD like the Ute, .........Larry !!! LOL From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sat Apr 17 20:25:25 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:25:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: References: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <003001cade9e$67c78b10$3756a130$@rr.com> To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:28 PM To: Ron Soave; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Yeah, you and I think alike. I'll bet Lynette would hate it as much as Carrie does. That's what makes it cool!!! Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do they? Damn women are built different, aren't they? Yeah, and thank God they are!! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:16 PM To: "Spridgets" ; "Larry Daniels" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > the local Brit car club. I took my 67 > Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely > hates. No power steering, no > power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater > or radio. I love your ute, too. It's got great windows. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 20:34:01 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:34:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <660627.53178.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > I'll bet Lynette would hate it as much as > Carrie does. That's what makes it cool!!! > > Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do > they? Depends - she likes but is as pragmatic as one can be about LBCs. She loves my green Midget, and has always been a fan of my MGBs. I decided to marry her when the back window of my MGB let go in a torrential rain storm on our first trip to see my parents when were on the New England Thruway. She laughed all the way from New Rochelle to Long Island. Then there was the breakdown in front of Co-Op city in the Bronx for 7 hours next trip...then there were 2 car fires she's been through in 2 different Lotuses... She encouraged me to buy the 2nd race Sprite, but it was right after I upped my life insurance, so we're not clear on the motive there. Ron From racerbob70 at yahoo.com Sat Apr 17 22:03:53 2010 From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com (Bob Van Kirk) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:03:53 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye now RHD In-Reply-To: <003001cade9e$67c78b10$3756a130$@rr.com> Message-ID: <851618.64899.qm@web51604.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Many years ago I had a RHD Mini that was used for carpooling. The fellow in the passenger seat loved to get a newspaper and put it in front of himself as he was reading it while we motored down the interstate. Another time we got a old steering wheel and he would pretend he was driving and when we got the attention of a passing car he would hand it to the guy in the back and he would start driving. It's a wonder we didn't cause an accident. RHD can be fun... Bob --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Chris Manuel wrote: From: Chris Manuel Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye To: "'Larry Daniels'" , "'Ron Soave'" , "'Spridgets'" Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010, 10:25 PM To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic Chris From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sat Apr 17 22:34:34 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:34:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's Off to War We Go In-Reply-To: <317766.68780.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: > I had rats crawling Rats have a life span of about 1000 days. They're smarter than a lot of people, but they don't live long enough to realize their full potential. If they could live even five years, I think they could learn algebra. BZ From pfeilmat at me.com Sun Apr 18 00:57:13 2010 From: pfeilmat at me.com (Matthew Pfeil) Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 23:57:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Cross Posting Hell and introduction Message-ID: <5DA7942A-CE03-47B7-B1F5-219C76562F23@me.com> HI. Snippets of what I have been posting to the yahoo groups list were getting cross posted to this list. I decided to join this list to that those (who know who they are) who are asking questions of me on this list and are wondering why I am not answering will now be able to reach me. Obligatory Spridget content: I owned 2 rubber bumper Spridgets for close to 14 years total. I did all my own mechanical work and both ran quite well. Both were 1500cc engined and were very much in need of TLC when I received them. I have been a member of the Yahoo list from its inception and the list that moved over to the Yahoo Groups list. So, if anything that I have said was cross posted onto this list and you were wondering about it, well, now i will see the questions. Matthew Pfeil EX Spridget owner. My sanity thanks me. From kgb at frontiernet.net Sun Apr 18 01:28:21 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:28:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <4BCA6AF2.7010806@justbrits.com> References: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BCA6AF2.7010806@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4BCAB495.6060409@frontiernet.net> Then there are those of us who were wired by Lucas. My Midget was my daily driver for over 10 years, and my only car for much of that time. After 35 years, I still get a thrill when I take her out for a spin. Kate Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << Damn women are built different, aren't they? > Yeah, and thank God they are!! >> > > SAY AMEN brother, say AMEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! > > Me > > PS: 50% / 50% chance Cindy WOULD like the Ute, > .........Larry !!! LOL > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sun Apr 18 05:33:28 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 06:33:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <003001cade9e$67c78b10$3756a130$@rr.com> References: <260655.76827.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <003001cade9e$67c78b10$3756a130$@rr.com> Message-ID: Chris, it's a little weird the first time you ride in the passenger seat of a RHD car. Ask Peter C if you ever get used to it. He's been in mine longer than anybody. I'm wondering if the better half's dislike for the Ute has something to do with that? LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Chris Manuel" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 9:25 PM To: "'Larry Daniels'" ; "'Ron Soave'" ; "'Spridgets'" Subject: RE: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:28 PM To: Ron Soave; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Yeah, you and I think alike. I'll bet Lynette would hate it as much as Carrie does. That's what makes it cool!!! Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do they? Damn women are built different, aren't they? Yeah, and thank God they are!! LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:16 PM To: "Spridgets" ; "Larry Daniels" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > the local Brit car club. I took my 67 > Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely > hates. No power steering, no > power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater > or radio. I love your ute, too. It's got great windows. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 18 06:18:12 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 05:18:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD - Pt.I Message-ID: <223238.86774.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Don't remember if I've told this one here before: I have a good friend we'll call Bob, because that's not his real name. Bob's an ordinary guy who has one extraordinary talent. He's actually been able to make money by diligently tracking down rare sports cars, particularly Austin Healeys, and selling them at a profit. As a result, he's had some pretty interesting cars in his garage over the years. One of the most spectacular was a Ford GT40 that he imported from England. We're not talking about the foo foo Ford GT here, but a real honest-to-God GT40 race car that was built as a continuation car by Safir Engineering and featured a 351 Cleveland topped by a bunch of Webers about 10 inches behind your head. White, with blue over-the-roof stripes. Bob decides he's going to drive it to the Lime Rock vintage races. Now this might not be a problem, but did you forget I said "racecar"? Car would run only on race gas and registering the car for the street was impossible because it violated every reg the EPA, DOT and the DMV could think of and some that they didn't even have a chance to come up with yet. Not to be deterred, Bob slapped a dealer's plate on it, but since the car was fiberglass without anyplace to put a magnet on it and no license plate holder, the only place to put the plate was in the rear window. You can imagine how small the window is on a 40" tall car, so basically from the rear it looked like no plate at all on the car. (to be cont ....) Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 18 06:22:03 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 05:22:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD - PtII Message-ID: <362154.67698.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com> We took the "shortcut" to Lime Rock, a winding back road through some of the prettiest scenery in the Berkshires. If some movie producer wanted to cast the part of "Sports Car Road" this one would get the lead. Unfortunately, on race weekends it is the gathering place for every local yokel for miles around who are trying to enrich the coffers of their picturesque southwestern Massachusetts and northeastern Connecticut villages at the expense of those rich sporty car fellas. As Bob was showing me what a GT40 could do on this particular stretch of God's-own sports car playground, which happened to be about four times the legal limit and half the speed that Dan Gurney could have driven it, a helpful soul gave us the universal sign that a speed trap awaited over the top of the next hill. With heroic braking and downshifting, Bob managed to get us under the speed limit before we crested the rise and we motored sedately past the radar officer. I knew this wasn't going to go well. Just imagine you're some small town cop seeing a white race car with blue over-the-roof stripes pass by. By the soul of Buford T. Justice, I intuit we're going to be having a conversation on the side of the road in the very near future. So I stare into the fender mirror and ... wait for it ... there they are ... we're lit up. The nice officer approaches the driver's window, I slide open the tiny window (no real race car would have roll down windows) and direct him over to the passenger's side to talk to Bob. Wait a minute, Rick. You said Bob was driving, but now you're sitting on the driver's side? What gives? You forgot I said this was a British race car with the steering wheel on the right-hand side where God and the Queen intended it. As soon as the officer gets to Bob's side he notices the four six-packs of beer I have lined up next to me on top of the fuel tank in the side sill. Are any of those open, he asks me. Since it was 9:00 am, luckily none were. (Note to self, when your buddies ask you to bring beer to the track on Sunday because all the liquor stores are closed, bring a car that has a trunk). (more coming) Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 18 06:24:04 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 05:24:04 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD Part III Message-ID: <911218.17123.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Then Bob and the officer had a nice little chat. Bob was asked for his license and registration. Registration? Are you kidding me? Then there was a lengthy discussion of who we were and why the f... we were driving a car designed for over 200 mph at LeMans on the street. I didn't get all of Bob's explanation, but what I heard of it, it was total B.S. And then, the officer asks for my driver's license. WTF? What did I do? As far as I know, there is no statute in MA or CT entitled "Felony Riding in a Racecar on a Public Way" I was perfectly fine with Bob being led off in cuffs. He[[, it was his car and he was having the joy of driving it where it had no business being. But now this was serious. No way am I going to some one-cell, one-cot hooseqow without a fight. "Excuse me officer," says I, "you're more than welcome to see my license, but can you tell me why?" "BECAUSE YOU'RE DRIVING THE CAR!" he said in a tone that made it perfectly clear that I must have been the stupidist bastid in the stupidist car that ever put one tire into his jurisdiction. "Actually, I'm not," I calmly said while I pointed out to this bastion of the law, highly trained in powers of observation, the steering wheel in front of old Bob, whom he had just been conversing with for about twenty minutes. Whoosh! It was as if the Michelin Man had just stepped on a pack of carpet tacks. I don't know if it was embarrassment, exasperation or just a cat being tired of playing with a mouse, but the officer handed Bob back his license, saying, "Maybe you shouldn't be driving this car on the street" and let us go without even a warning. Maybe we shouldn't have, but it was one he[[ of a good time and one great story. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From a_d_webster at yahoo.com.au Sun Apr 18 06:34:35 2010 From: a_d_webster at yahoo.com.au (Andy Webster) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 05:34:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] grease nipples Message-ID: <105094.18359.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Greetings, can anyone tell me what size of grease nipples I should be purchasing? My car has some angled and some straight depending on where they are. In particular I need to replace the one which deals with the lower fulcrum pin, but i figured I would buy one side of the cars worth and stash them. for later use. cheers, Andy mkIIa 1275 5-speed From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sun Apr 18 07:23:32 2010 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:23:32 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100418132333.8JBOD.185405.root@hrndva-web11-z01> Absolutely! that short ride in the Ute at Elkhart Lake was great. I should clarify I'd like to see her reaction in the "opposite" passenger seat while on the road. :) ---- Larry Daniels wrote: > Chris, it's a little weird the first time you ride in the passenger seat of > a RHD car. Ask Peter C if you ever get used to it. He's been in mine > longer than anybody. > > I'm wondering if the better half's dislike for the Ute has something to do > with that? > > LAD > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Chris Manuel" > Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 9:25 PM > To: "'Larry Daniels'" ; "'Ron Soave'" > ; "'Spridgets'" > Subject: RE: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > > To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and > catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic > > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels > Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:28 PM > To: Ron Soave; Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > > Yeah, you and I think alike. I'll bet Lynette would hate it as much as > Carrie does. That's what makes it cool!!! > > Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do they? Damn women are > built different, aren't they? Yeah, and thank God they are!! > > LAD > > -------------------------------------------------- > From: "Ron Soave" > Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 8:16 PM > To: "Spridgets" ; "Larry Daniels" > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > > --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > > the local Brit car club. I took my 67 > > Austin A60 pickup that my wife absolutely > > hates. No power steering, no > > power brakes, no air conditioning, hell, not even a heater > > or radio. > > I love your ute, too. It's got great windows. > > Ron > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From mdrowe at optonline.net Sun Apr 18 07:27:28 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:27:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <660627.53178.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <660627.53178.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <556558F86E1A481790B187A9511EF8C0@Home> >> Hell, neither of them understands racing, either, do >> they? I took my wife in a Spridget to an Autocross on our second date. After running second and third for months, I won for the first time ever and never raced again. I still have that trophy in the back of a closet. And I still have that wife, too. The car became a family joke shortly after that race, when it got stuck in reverse and we had to drive it home backward up two miles of switchbacks in the hills above Honolulu. Michael Rowe From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 18 08:45:28 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 10:45:28 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] grease nipples Message-ID: <34398.2d20495c.38fc7508@aol.com> I can't tell you what all the correct ones are. What I can say is that I gave up buying the 90 degree type and used the 45 degree type instead. Whether or not this works for you or anyone else probably depends on what grease gun you have. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 18/04/2010 13:50:54 GMT Daylight Time, a_d_webster at yahoo.com.au writes: Greetings, can anyone tell me what size of grease nipples I should be purchasing? My car has some angled and some straight depending on where they are. In particular I need to replace the one which deals with the lower fulcrum pin, but i figured I would buy one side of the cars worth and stash them. for later use. cheers, Andy mkIIa 1275 5-speed From domanicoj at comcast.net Sun Apr 18 09:03:41 2010 From: domanicoj at comcast.net (domanicoj at comcast.net) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 15:03:41 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] bearing cap bolt washers? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1604387861.10898231271603021101.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> I need help with bearing cap bolt washers.B When I disassembled my lower engine (1500), there were no washers on the bearing cap bolts (main bearings and conrod bearings).B Now I am ready to reassemble and I took a second look at my manuals.B One manual has lock washers with the bolts and one manual has no lock washers.B What should I do? Jim Domanico Chalfont, PA From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Apr 18 10:48:53 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:48:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > passenger seat of > a RHD car. It's about as relaxing as riding on the back of a motorcycle. As much as I love driving and riding, I don't care for either of those. It's a much worse experience over there, where the driver will continually swerve left into oncoming traffic. BZ From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Apr 18 12:11:11 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:11:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... FW: Great Historic Healey Photos In-Reply-To: <72f03.7bc47dea.38f8e59e@aol.com> References: <72f03.7bc47dea.38f8e59e@aol.com> Message-ID: Not that I have noticed Howard. I'm not a member. When I click on the link, it brings up the home page, then you can click on the "wall" tab or on the lower left of the page is the photo's area and you can click "see all". Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > From: Miniac7 at aol.com > Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:56:46 -0400 > To: froggi60 at gmail.com; bugeye at yahoogroups.com > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... FW: Great Historic Healey Photos > > It appears one must be a member of Facebook to view the pictures, is that > true? > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > > > > > > > In a message dated 4/15/2010 5:34:46 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > froggi60 at gmail.com writes: > > http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=45153476969 > _______________________________________________ > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com Sun Apr 18 12:38:10 2010 From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 11:38:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: LOL, Great story Rick! I have two RHD cars (Mini and Morris Minor) and plan to build my second Bugeye RHD. I find I don't have any trouble switching from LHD to RHD and in fact will quickly get used to going to the right side to get behind the wheel. So much so that after driving a RH one, I will go to the right hand door even on my daily driver... :-) Gerard On Apr 18, 2010, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) Bob back his license, saying, "Maybe you shouldn't be driving this car on the street" and let us go without even a warning. Maybe we shouldn't have, but it was one he[[ of a good time and one great story. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sun Apr 18 12:49:49 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 11:49:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Service Dogs Message-ID: I have a friend - when she flys she carries a note from her Doc that says she is afraid of flying and needs to have her dog with her to help calm her nerves. According to my friend, she says that she takes her dog, a standard poodle, on flights with her with no hassles from the airlines. Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sun Apr 18 13:07:05 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:07:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Daily Driver Message-ID: My BE 1275 - main mode of transportation. When it rains the top comes up. When the T bearing went out I had it back on the road in a couple of days. It is like an addiction of some sort. Kirk From doug at pyramid.net Sun Apr 18 14:09:03 2010 From: doug at pyramid.net (DOUG) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:09:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille Message-ID: Can anyone tell me where I can purchase grille pins for a 1960 Sprite? Does anyone have any advise on how to install the pins? They appear to be a special type of rivit. Thanks to anyone that can help. Doug From jfishbein at snet.net Sun Apr 18 14:40:24 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:40:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <53938.83976.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> The pins on a Bugeye grill are welded or soldered (I don't really know which) and are roughly 5/8" long and approximately 3/32" in diameter. You could probably use rod of that rough size. (The exact size wouldn't be crucial.) But the new pins would have to be welded or soldered and then the grill replated. If you would rather just replace the entire grill. I have some good originals I want to sell. Based on what someone paid Captain Bob for a plastic fan, I figure these grills are now worth somewhere in the area of plus/minus $1,200. jay --- On Sun, 4/18/10, DOUG wrote: Can anyone tell me where I can purchase grille pins for a 1960 Sprite? Does anyone have any advise on how to install the pins? They appear to be a special type of rivit. Thanks to anyone that can help. Doug From colin at spriteparts.com.au Sun Apr 18 15:06:50 2010 From: colin at spriteparts.com.au (Colin Dodds) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 07:06:50 +1000 Subject: [Spridgets] [spridgets-aus] grease nipples References: <105094.18359.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <280701cadf3b$11000940$0200000a@Workstation1> G'day Andy They're all <" UNF thread. The one for the king pin top bush is 450, the lower one is 900, the fulcrum pin one is straight. If you can't find any locally, I have them in stock. avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au ----- Original Message ----- From: Andy Webster To: spridgets ; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 10:34 PM Subject: [spridgets-aus] grease nipples Greetings, can anyone tell me what size of grease nipples I should be purchasing? My car has some angled and some straight depending on where they are. In particular I need to replace the one which deals with the lower fulcrum pin, but i figured I would buy one side of the cars worth and stash them. for later use. cheers, Andy mkIIa 1275 5-speed [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __._,_.___ Reply to sender | Reply to group | Reply via web post | Start a New Topic Messages in this topic (1) Recent Activity: Visit Your Group MARKETPLACE Stay on top of your group activity without leaving the page you're on - Get the Yahoo! Toolbar now. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Welcome to Mom Connection! Share stories, news and more with moms like you. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Hobbies & Activities Zone: Find others who share your passions! Explore new interests. Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest . Unsubscribe . Terms of Use. __,_._,___ From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Apr 18 15:13:32 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:13:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille References: Message-ID: <2596E9054C504662BEF2B45B4F7DF0BD@blackbox2> Doug, The pins on the grill are supposed to be part of the grill. If your grill does not have the pins then they have broken off. The grill would then have been held to the bonnet via these pins with speednuts that push over the pins on the inside of the bonnet. You can get the speednuts at a good hardware store. Others have used tight fitting rubber tubing that would fit over the pins. If all of the pins on your grill are broken off then you are going to have to find a different method of attaching the grill to the bonnet. You could, for example, used fine stainless steel wire fed through the grid of the grill and then feed it through the bonnet and then twist it tight. This is all I can think of maybe others can chime in. ----- Original Message ----- From: "DOUG" To: Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 4:09 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille > Can anyone tell me where I can purchase grille pins for a 1960 Sprite? > Does anyone have any advise on how to install the pins? > They appear to be a special type of rivit. Thanks to anyone that can help. > Doug From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sun Apr 18 17:17:51 2010 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 18:17:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: When I lived in England back in the 1960s I found little difficulty at all getting used to RHD. With one exception. Reversing out of a parking slot into a driving lane can be really hairy. Not only is everything backward, but looking over your shoulder out the back window makes it all backward again!! While living there I often changed to LHD vehicles (US Air Force) and before I returned to the US I bought a LHD Fiat 850 Coupe. I found that you have to trust your passenger to tell you when you can pull out to pass! In the UK it was easier. UK drivers would just pull out to pass without looking very far down the road. At that point, the driver who was most insistent with flashing their head lamps eventually got the right of way and the passing lane down the center of the road... ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Sun, Apr 18, 2010 at 1:38 PM, Gerard wrote: > LOL, Great story Rick! > > I have two RHD cars (Mini and Morris Minor) and plan to build my second > Bugeye RHD. I find I don't have any trouble switching from LHD to RHD and in > fact will quickly get used to going to the right side to get behind the > wheel. So much so that after driving a RH one, I will go to the right hand > door even on my daily driver... :-) > > Gerard > > > On Apr 18, 2010, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > > Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) >> > > Bob back his > license, saying, "Maybe you shouldn't be > driving this car on the street" and > let us go without even a warning. > Maybe we shouldn't have, but it was one > he[[ of a good time and one > great story. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim In my many years I have come to a conclusion that one useless man is a shame, two is a law firm, and three or more is a congress." John Adams US diplomat & politician (1735 - 1826) From 72spridget at gmail.com Sun Apr 18 17:10:27 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 18:10:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Well, Seth came back today. We pulled the drivertrain out again, compared the roller throwout to a new carbon unit from Peter (same offset), compared the fork to the one I. The original trans (no detectable difference), then put it back together with the carbon throwout and the other fork. Clutch now works fine, but I'll be blessed if I can say why. NOT going to pull it out again and experiment! David L From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Apr 18 17:54:02 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:54:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: We have a winner! ...bill in oregon ========================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 4:10 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging Well, Seth came back today. We pulled the drivertrain out again, compared the roller throwout to a new carbon unit from Peter (same offset), compared the fork to the one I. The original trans (no detectable difference), then put it back together with the carbon throwout and the other fork. Clutch now works fine, but I'll be blessed if I can say why. NOT going to pull it out again and experiment! David L _______________________________________________ From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 18 18:00:13 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 19:00:13 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch Not Disengaging In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BCB9D0D.2030505@justbrits.com> << ...and the other fork. >> Almost HAS to be that, David ?!? Or the roller just not "functioning" correctly ?!? Me From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 18 18:25:21 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 19:25:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] grease nipples In-Reply-To: <105094.18359.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <105094.18359.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCBA2F1.1070100@justbrits.com> Andy & Daniel, I have in-stock 45 deg, 90deg & straight [in a couple lengths] - couple dozen each. Just let me know [direct or PM] what is needed !! Ed From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 18 18:34:58 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 19:34:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille In-Reply-To: <53938.83976.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <53938.83976.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCBA532.7090202@justbrits.com> << I figure these grills are now worth somewhere in the area of plus/minus $1,200. >> Closer to $2000.00, Jay !!! "Sorry" purchasers !! Ed From shop at justbrits.com Sun Apr 18 18:38:20 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 19:38:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Service Dogs In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BCBA5FC.1070103@justbrits.com> << I have a friend - when she flys she carries a note from her Doc that says she is afraid of flying and needs to have her dog with her to help calm her nerves. According to my friend, she says that she takes her dog, a standard poodle, on flights with her with no hassles from the airlines. >> Guess Wife & I have to get a couple noteS Kirk, so our TWO puppies can go with US !!!! TNX !!! Ed PS: Oughta be a real "treat" on Southwest !!! LOL From frog.aye at gmail.com Sun Apr 18 21:05:57 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:05:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] bearing cap bolt washers? In-Reply-To: <1604387861.10898231271603021101.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1604387861.10898231271603021101.JavaMail.root@sz0028a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: On Sun, Apr 18, 2010 at 8:03 AM, wrote: > I need help with bearing cap bolt washers.B When I disassembled my lower > engine (1500), there were no washers on the bearing cap bolts (main > bearings > and conrod bearings).B Now I am ready to reassemble and I took a second > look > at my manuals.B One manual has lock washers with the bolts and one manual > has > no lock washers.B What should I do? > Replace 'em with ARP fasteners? Hal From grday at btinternet.com Mon Apr 19 01:34:32 2010 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:34:32 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) References: Message-ID: Jim, I hate to say this Jim, did you never try reversing into the parking slot so you can drive forwards out of it? When I was taught to drive and at work if you left a car face in to the wall or kerb it was defective and shouldn't be used until repaired. Not only did you know which car was off the road but when you need to leave in a hurry the car is facing the right way. The central overtaking lane was called the 'suicide lane' by everyone but our Department of Transport. However, even they saw the light and this lane has been removed in just about all places. I never saw the flashing headlight thing you mention except when you were already established and overtaking in the suicide lane and someone in a Fiat 850 (my mate called his 'the Mouse') pulled out without looking for the oncoming car already there. LOL All the best, Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim Johnson" Cc: "Spridgets" Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 12:17 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fun with RHD Part III (HealeyRick) > When I lived in England back in the 1960s I found little difficulty at all > getting used to RHD. With one exception. Reversing out of a parking slot > into a driving lane can be really hairy. Not only is everything backward, > but looking over your shoulder out the back window makes it all backward > again!! > > While living there I often changed to LHD vehicles (US Air Force) and > before > I returned to the US I bought a LHD Fiat 850 Coupe. I found that you have > to > trust your passenger to tell you when you can pull out to pass! In the UK > it was easier. UK drivers would just pull out to pass without looking very > far down the road. At that point, the driver who was most insistent with > flashing their head lamps eventually got the right of way and the passing > lane down the center of the road... ;-) > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Sun, Apr 18, 2010 at 1:38 PM, Gerard > >> LOL, Great story Rick! >> >> I have two RHD cars (Mini and Morris Minor) and plan to build my second >> Bugeye RHD. I find I don't have any trouble switching from LHD to RHD and > in >> fact will quickly get used to going to the right side to get behind the >> wheel. So much so that after driving a RH one, I will go to the right >> hand >> door even on my daily driver... :-) >> >> Gerard From wsthompson at thicko.com Mon Apr 19 06:02:12 2010 From: wsthompson at thicko.com (Wm. Severin Thompson) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 07:02:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] XR4ti automatic for sale in wi NFI Message-ID: <002601cadfb8$26f9ebd0$74edc370$@com> There's a super nice, original paint Merkur XR4ti for sale in Ripon, WI. Leather, new tires, automatic, A/C, 2.3 4 cylinder w/turbo, new exhaust. It's always been stored in winter. While some may not care for the automatic, some folks that are getting a little older, have knee or hip issues, drive in the city a lot, or have their Sprite for their manual shift needs might appreciate this car. These cars were rare back in the day, and expensive. You never see them in low mileage unmolested condition. I took pictures, and have contact info for those seriously interested. WST From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Mon Apr 19 06:08:56 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 05:08:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] midget fans Message-ID: <494615.27350.qm@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Would that red fan still be effective if 1" was cut from each blade to fit a BE? Skip J. From healeymnster at gmail.com Mon Apr 19 07:07:28 2010 From: healeymnster at gmail.com (Ed Townley) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 07:07:28 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille Message-ID: Doug--an easy fix for grilles that need rechroming is to use one of those spot stud welders for dent pulling (see eastwood catalog), and leave the stud in place as a new pin. will discolor the chrome on the front side, but as I said--works great if the grille is going to the chrome shop anyway. Ed Townley Southern NM, USA 59 AN5 60 RHD AN5 ----- Original Message ----- From: "DOUG" To: Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 4:09 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye Grille > Can anyone tell me where I can purchase grille pins for a 1960 Sprite? > Does anyone have any advise on how to install the pins? > They appear to be a special type of rivit. Thanks to anyone that can help. > Doug From cbking at alum.rpi.edu Mon Apr 19 09:03:40 2010 From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:03:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Message-ID: <1ff501cadfd1$7eb4d6a0$0168010a@mail2world.com> It's even weird when you sit in that seat in a RHD car in a RHD country. :) Chris King http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ <-----Original Message-----> From: Larry Daniels [ladaniels at sbcglobal.net] Sent: 4/18/2010 7:33:28 AM To: cmanuel at wi.rr.com;soavero at yahoo.com;spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye Chris, it's a little weird the first time you ride in the passenger seat of a RHD car. Ask Peter C if you ever get used to it. He's been in mine longer than anybody. I'm wondering if the better half's dislike for the Ute has something to do with that? LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Chris Manuel" Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 9:25 PM To: "'Larry Daniels'" ; "'Ron Soave'" ; "'Spridgets'" Subject: RE: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic Chris From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Mon Apr 19 11:45:46 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:45:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Monoprice.com HACKED! Message-ID: I know many on this list have ordered stuff from Monoprice.com, me included. They were hacked sometime in the last 2 months, they stole account information, and credit/debit card info. Possibly Paypal info also. A woman I work with told me about this earlier today. She had ordered with them and used a debit card. Hackers wiped out her bank account. Savings and checking. She is devastated.... Here's a link to the companies statement. http://www.monoprice.com/home/view_notice.asp Keep an eye on your accounts and statements folks! Brian S. resto'ed Bugeyeracr _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 From shop at justbrits.com Mon Apr 19 12:23:01 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:23:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] midget fans In-Reply-To: <494615.27350.qm@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <494615.27350.qm@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCC9F85.7060508@justbrits.com> << Would that red fan still be effective if 1" was cut from each blade to fit a BE? >> Good question, Skip BUT the REAL question one should ask themselves is: " How am I gonna BALANCE [each blade] this thing AFTER I cut the ends off ?? " Ed From derf247 at gmail.com Mon Apr 19 13:05:32 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:05:32 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] midget fans In-Reply-To: <494615.27350.qm@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <494615.27350.qm@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: You could probably get away with cutting it. Yeah, yeah, yeah, balance and all that but the A-Series engine is about 1/2 step above a tractor engine in the grand scheme of things. From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Mon Apr 19 13:32:25 2010 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:32:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Monoprice.com HACKED! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This is why you should always use a virtual credit card for online shopping. The one I use even allows setting an expiration date and a dollar limit for each virtual account! If your preferred card doesn't offer that service you should let them know you want it. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Mon Apr 19 13:50:36 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:50:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fan Effective if Trimmed Back? Message-ID: When I installed a Geo Metro radiator (that actually came from a Suzuki Swift) the fan blades were hitting the steering rack by about the same amount. I trimmed the blades back and all has been fine. .temps staying at 170 (max at 175) in over 100 degree days sitting at stop lights. I do not think that the loss in the fan blade length created any penalties. My take on it anyway! Kirk 59 1275 From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 19 14:52:40 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:52:40 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] midget fans Message-ID: <92f31.7e0800a3.38fe1c98@aol.com> I thought balancing the fan was to prevent it from self destructing? In a message dated 19/04/2010 20:36:29 GMT Daylight Time, derf247 at gmail.com writes: Yeah, yeah, yeah, balance and all that but the A-Series engine is about 1/2 step above a tractor engine in the grand scheme of things. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 19 14:54:11 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:54:11 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Monoprice.com HACKED! Message-ID: <93110.4006627c.38fe1cf3@aol.com> I have a credit card with a big limit I use for just about everything except the internet. Then I have another credit card with another company that has a #350 limit though I've had it as low as #150 in the past that is used for internet and only internet purchases. In a message dated 19/04/2010 20:49:44 GMT Daylight Time, tr3.4.me at gmail.com writes: This is why you should always use a virtual credit card for online shopping. The one I use even allows setting an expiration date and a dollar limit for each virtual account! If your preferred card doesn't offer that service you should let them know you want it. From pilotrob at msn.com Mon Apr 19 15:32:52 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:32:52 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Message-ID: Correct Brian.... ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in accordance with my conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) on Saturday, I was advised that were they to place their 6 bladed Spridget plastic fan on sale it would probably go for 20% off, or $40, considering MM sells theirs for the same price as Moss at $50. They know nothing about a $9 Spridget fan. But I am sick of having to defend myself against childish accusations by others based on anything but past performance and fact in reality. I have sold parts now and then to other listers and have no past record of pricing unfairly or otherwise ripping people off. Thus those posts by Mssrs. Frank supported by the emotionally over-the-top and out to lunch Daniels are "un-earned" accordingly. Both "Richard Craniums" can go have an autoerotic experience, either singly or together far as I'm concerned. A clarifying post appeared on the yahoo Bugeye & Midgetsprite lists as to the reason for the error in the pricing the fan and speaks for itself. CB -----Original Message----- From: Brian MacDonald Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:33 PM To: PilotRob at msn.com Subject: RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Bob, Not aware of any Sprite fans on sale . Brian -----Original Message----- From: PilotRob at msn.com [mailto:PilotRob at msn.com] Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:36 PM To: info at minimania.com Subject: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan The following is the contents of a form submitted on 17-Apr-10 at 01:36 PM: NAME: Bob Shlafer FROM: PilotRob at msn.com EMAILTO: info SUBJECT: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan NOTE: Hi... question: did you fellows just have a sale on subject fan for $9 bucks or so??? Got a buddy who said he picked a couple up from you for this price within the last couple of months??? VERIFY: MZZMS KEY: 606CB583BD Z: ----------------------------------------------------- HTTP_REFERER: http://www.spridgetmania.com/Company.cfm REMOTE_ADDR: 64.252.114.233 HTTP_USER_AGENT: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.1; mediacenter; STB; 560x384; MSNTV 5.6; THMDR) SERVER_NAME: www.spridgetmania.com HTTP_COOKIE: __utma=205550673.1334127797.1271535841.1271535841.1271536486.2; __utmb=205550673.9.10.1271536486; __utmz=205550673.1271536486.2.2.utmcsr=minimania.com|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd =referral|utmcct=/; __utmc=205550673; CFID=48694000; CFTOKEN=715f2f4407a1b39f-0D691F1F-BC09-0535-2D3B304D06ADFC33 From Chris.Rae at microsoft.com Mon Apr 19 16:01:18 2010 From: Chris.Rae at microsoft.com (Chris Rae) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:01:18 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop... Is it time for a NOSHIT?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi chaps - Bill turned up yesterday. Within about ten minutes he used his masterful skill and expertise to determine that fuel was only going into one of my carburettors. This, he told me, may well have accounted for a considerable part of my car's poor performance. The fact that the vacuum advance was attached to somewhere entirely different and that the fuel line was routed over the exhaust were also things he regarded as significant. Anyway, after a few hours of Bill doing stuff and me standing trying to take notes and hold things for him, the car appears to have significantly more power than my lawnmower. He told me we should drive it around a bit and then he'd be willing to help poke it a bit more - I am only too happy to drive it around, so the wife and I took it out for a late lunch. Below is my entrant for "worst car picture ever". [cid:image003.jpg at 01CADFD1.2A6F5A20] It's possible that Bill is trying to change his telephone number now, so I've taken the precaution of hiring a private detective to maintain details on his whereabouts. I am determined to turn up to some Sprite-related things - I may well come along to the "first Tuesday of the month" thing next month, although it remains to be seen which car I'd be with. :) Chris From: Rick Bastedo [mailto:rbastedo at gmail.com] Sent: 10 April 2010 09:39 To: Chris Rae Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Looking for Seattle Sprite shop... Is it time for a NOSHIT?? Hi Chris, I don't know if you have heard of the OSHIT they do occasionally out east? We have a NW version called the NOSHIT. (NorthWest Organization of Spridget Handymen In Transit) It's where a group of whoever is available gets together and works on each others cars fixing up whatever needs done. BillM (an LBC pioneer) is a force to be reckoned with, a creator of new tools to accomplish heretofore impossible tasks, a deep well of British car knowledge who can apply all he knows to any problem troubling one of these little cars. Not only does he excel with the Spridget, his skills also extend to the bigger versions - the MGA, MGB and others along with the smaller Mini, Minor and More. If I were planning a round the world trip in a British car the one thing I'd like to bring along for the ride would be BillM. So - in short, Bill isn't an axe murderer - unless he's attacking some problem that's keeping your car from running. Then stand back, he's a wild man! Rick (obvious recipient of some of BillM's assistance) Bastedo _______________________________________ Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 20:31:00 +0000 From: Chris Rae > Subject: [Spridgets] Looking for Seattle Sprite shop recommendation To: "spridgets at autox.team.net" > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hi folks - those of you with exceptional memories will recall me posting to this list a couple of years ago while I was attempting to get my 1098 '65 Sprite running better. Well... Erm... Chris [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of image003.jpg] From kristi74midget at comcast.net Mon Apr 19 16:15:13 2010 From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:15:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Help with Nephew Message-ID: <4BBD3D98-DF03-47D3-9C58-9651632F42EB@comcast.net> Hello Everyone, I have a nephew who attends University of Pitt. This summer he has a coop at Valspar paint. The problem is he needs to find housing from may 2nd to august 26th. I was wondering if anyone who lives in that area may know of someone he could contact in regards to finding a place to live for his coop. Thanks From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Apr 19 16:15:14 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:15:14 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <721E9D9E697B4ED89150FD43F6CF2215@HomePC> Ewww, Frank, are we getting together for a beer again this summer? I want to let you know that is as far as it is going. ;-) Sorry to disappoint Mr. BS. It seems like he is strangely fixated on homosexuality. Gee, I wonder why? Not sure how you even get there from here. Hey, BS, let it go. I'd just hate to see you have a heart attack over this. Sheesh!! -------------------------------------------------- From: "Robert E. Shlafer" Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:32 PM To: Cc: ; ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Correct Brian.... ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in accordance with my conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) on Saturday, I was advised that were they to place their 6 bladed Spridget plastic fan on sale it would probably go for 20% off, or $40, considering MM sells theirs for the same price as Moss at $50. They know nothing about a $9 Spridget fan. But I am sick of having to defend myself against childish accusations by others based on anything but past performance and fact in reality. I have sold parts now and then to other listers and have no past record of pricing unfairly or otherwise ripping people off. Thus those posts by Mssrs. Frank supported by the emotionally over-the-top and out to lunch Daniels are "un-earned" accordingly. Both "Richard Craniums" can go have an autoerotic experience, either singly or together far as I'm concerned. A clarifying post appeared on the yahoo Bugeye & Midgetsprite lists as to the reason for the error in the pricing the fan and speaks for itself. CB -----Original Message----- From: Brian MacDonald Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:33 PM To: PilotRob at msn.com Subject: RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Bob, Not aware of any Sprite fans on sale . Brian -----Original Message----- From: PilotRob at msn.com [mailto:PilotRob at msn.com] Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:36 PM To: info at minimania.com Subject: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan The following is the contents of a form submitted on 17-Apr-10 at 01:36 PM: NAME: Bob Shlafer FROM: PilotRob at msn.com EMAILTO: info SUBJECT: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan NOTE: Hi... question: did you fellows just have a sale on subject fan for $9 bucks or so??? Got a buddy who said he picked a couple up from you for this price within the last couple of months??? VERIFY: MZZMS KEY: 606CB583BD Z: ----------------------------------------------------- HTTP_REFERER: http://www.spridgetmania.com/Company.cfm REMOTE_ADDR: 64.252.114.233 HTTP_USER_AGENT: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.1; mediacenter; STB; 560x384; MSNTV 5.6; THMDR) SERVER_NAME: www.spridgetmania.com HTTP_COOKIE: __utma=205550673.1334127797.1271535841.1271535841.1271536486.2; __utmb=205550673.9.10.1271536486; __utmz=205550673.1271536486.2.2.utmcsr=minimania.com|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd =referral|utmcct=/; __utmc=205550673; CFID=48694000; CFTOKEN=715f2f4407a1b39f-0D691F1F-BC09-0535-2D3B304D06ADFC33 Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From spritenut at comcast.net Mon Apr 19 16:20:47 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:20:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BCCD73F.9000404@comcast.net> On 4/19/2010 5:32 PM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > Correct Brian.... > > ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in accordance with my > conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) on Saturday, I was > advised that were they to place their 6 bladed Spridget plastic fan on sale it > would probably go for 20% off, or $40, considering MM sells theirs for the > same price as Moss at $50. > > They know nothing about a $9 Spridget fan. > > I know what I bought, I also bought 2 ,TWO 1275 exhaust pipes from manifold to muffler for $15 each. Brand new. It was some sort of internet sale and I jumped on it. ANYBODY who would pay $50 for a mo$$ product and a plastic fan at that, deserves all the crap moss sells. I am, and am PROUD to be moss free since 1989. BTW, MM sells the Maniflow header for a Sprite, $400, I paid $135. But not from them, I bought it from their counterpart across the pond. From pilotrob at webtv.net Mon Apr 19 16:29:42 2010 From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:29:42 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] midget fans Message-ID: Water pump bearing. Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) -----Original Message----- From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:52 PM To: derf247 at gmail.com, jackson.skip at yahoo.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] midget fans I thought balancing the fan was to prevent it from self destructing? In a message dated 19/04/2010 20:36:29 GMT Daylight Time, derf247 at gmail.com writes: Yeah, yeah, yeah, balance and all that but the A-Series engine is about 1/2 step above a tractor engine in the grand scheme of things. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pilotrob at webtv.net From pilotrob at msn.com Mon Apr 19 17:41:10 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 23:41:10 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Message-ID: LO... :):) -----Original Message----- From: nconklin at sbcglobal.net Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 7:17 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan You guys are too much....the last fan I saw for 9$.... folded up and was made of bamboo and paper. I must admit that the device holding the fan could have made anyones engine purr...but thats for another forum....Nick C. --- On Mon, 4/19/10, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: From: Robert E. Shlafer Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan To: brianm at minimania.com Cc: bugeye at yahoogroups.com, midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Monday, April 19, 2010, 2:32 PM B Correct Brian.... ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in accordance with my conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) on Saturday, I was advised that were they to place their 6 bladed Spridget plastic fan on sale it would probably go for 20% off, or $40, considering MM sells theirs for the same price as Moss at $50. They know nothing about a $9 Spridget fan. But I am sick of having to defend myself against childish accusations by others based on anything but past performance and fact in reality. I have sold parts now and then to other listers and have no past record of pricing unfairly or otherwise ripping people off. Thus those posts by Mssrs. Frank supported by the emotionally over-the-top and out to lunch Daniels are "un-earned" accordingly. Both "Richard Craniums" can go have an autoerotic experience, either singly or together far as I'm concerned. A clarifying post appeared on the yahoo Bugeye & Midgetsprite lists as to the reason for the error in the pricing the fan and speaks for itself. CB -----Original Message----- From: Brian MacDonald Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:33 PM To: PilotRob at msn. com Subject: RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Bob, Not aware of any Sprite fans on sale . Brian -----Original Message----- From: PilotRob at msn. com [mailto:PilotRob at msn. com] Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:36 PM To: info at minimania. com Subject: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan The following is the contents of a form submitted on 17-Apr-10 at 01:36 PM: NAME: Bob Shlafer FROM: PilotRob at msn. com EMAILTO: info SUBJECT: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan NOTE: Hi... question: did you fellows just have a sale on subject fan for $9 bucks or so??? Got a buddy who said he picked a couple up from you for this price within the last couple of months??? VERIFY: MZZMS KEY: 606CB583BD Z: ------------ --------- --------- --------- --------- ----- HTTP_REFERER: http://www.spridget mania.com/ Company.cfm REMOTE_ADDR: 64.252.114.233 HTTP_USER_AGENT: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.1; mediacenter; STB; 560x384; MSNTV 5.6; THMDR) SERVER_NAME: www.spridgetmania. com HTTP_COOKIE: __utma=205550673. 1334127797. 1271535841. 1271535841. 1271536486. 2; __utmb=205550673. 9.10.1271536486; __utmz=205550673. 1271536486. 2.2.utmcsr= minimania. com|utmccn= (referral) |utmcmd=referral |utmcct=/ ; __utmc=205550673; CFID=48694000; CFTOKEN=715f2f4407a 1b39f-0D691F1F- BC09-0535- 2D3B304D06ADFC33 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] From dlh2001 at comcast.net Mon Apr 19 18:16:00 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:16:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] UK hardtops Message-ID: Has anyone been able to get modern repro hardtop from AH spares or Frogey Spares shipped from the UK to the US? Cost? From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Mon Apr 19 18:24:24 2010 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:24:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Well, MM may not have it cheap, BUT it's only #17.45 at AHSpares. Not even a sale price. BTW, that's $26.76 US dollars. I'm just sayin...... Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > From: pilotrob at msn.com > To: brianm at minimania.com > Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:32:52 +0000 > CC: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; spridgets at autox.team.net; bugeye at yahoogroups.com > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan > > Correct Brian.... > > ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in accordance with my > conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) on Saturday, I was > advised that were they to place their 6 bladed Spridget plastic fan on sale it > would probably go for 20% off, or $40, considering MM sells theirs for the > same price as Moss at $50. > > They know nothing about a $9 Spridget fan. > > But I am sick of having to defend myself against childish accusations by > others based on anything but past performance and fact in reality. I have sold > parts now and then to other listers and have no past record of pricing > unfairly or otherwise ripping people off. > > Thus those posts by Mssrs. Frank supported by the emotionally over-the-top and > out to lunch Daniels are "un-earned" accordingly. > > Both "Richard Craniums" can go have an > autoerotic experience, either singly or together far as I'm concerned. > > A clarifying post appeared on the yahoo Bugeye & Midgetsprite lists as to the > reason for the error in the pricing the fan and speaks for itself. > > CB > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Brian MacDonald > Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 4:33 PM > To: PilotRob at msn.com > Subject: RE: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan > > Bob, > > Not aware of any Sprite fans on sale . > > Brian > > -----Original Message----- > From: PilotRob at msn.com [mailto:PilotRob at msn.com] > Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 1:36 PM > To: info at minimania.com > Subject: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan > > > The following is the contents of a form submitted on 17-Apr-10 at 01:36 PM: > > NAME: Bob Shlafer > FROM: PilotRob at msn.com > EMAILTO: info > SUBJECT: MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan > NOTE: Hi... > > question: did you fellows just have a sale on subject fan for $9 bucks or > so??? Got a buddy who said he picked a couple up from you for this price > within the last couple of months??? > VERIFY: MZZMS > KEY: 606CB583BD > Z: ----------------------------------------------------- > HTTP_REFERER: http://www.spridgetmania.com/Company.cfm > REMOTE_ADDR: 64.252.114.233 > HTTP_USER_AGENT: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 6.0; Windows NT 5.1; > mediacenter; STB; 560x384; MSNTV 5.6; THMDR) > SERVER_NAME: www.spridgetmania.com > HTTP_COOKIE: __utma=205550673.1334127797.1271535841.1271535841.1271536486.2; > __utmb=205550673.9.10.1271536486; > __utmz=205550673.1271536486.2.2.utmcsr=minimania.com|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd > =referral|utmcct=/; __utmc=205550673; CFID=48694000; > CFTOKEN=715f2f4407a1b39f-0D691F1F-BC09-0535-2D3B304D06ADFC33 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bugeye15 at hotmail.com > _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 19 18:35:26 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:35:26 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: <4BCCD73F.9000404@comcast.net> Message-ID: <570338.50268.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Mon, 4/19/10, Frank Clarici wrote: > > ......because such does not exist nor has it ever in > accordance with my > > conversation with Mssrs. Racine (owners of MiniMania) > on Saturday, WOW - I'm saddened that someone took time out of the limited time we get on the planet to spend time calling Mini Mania to check on this. This is getting tough to watch. Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Apr 19 18:36:56 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:36:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Message-ID: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Sloppy cut/paste; I was NOT referring to Frank or Larry... --- On Mon, 4/19/10, Ron Soave wrote: > WOW - I'm saddened that someone took time out of the > limited time we get on the planet to spend time calling Mini > Mania to check on this. This is getting tough to watch. > > Ron > > > From kristi74midget at comcast.net Mon Apr 19 19:05:36 2010 From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:05:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] [___pridgets] Help with Nephew In-Reply-To: <4BCCF07B.8080905@justbrits.com> References: <4BBD3D98-DF03-47D3-9C58-9651632F42EB@comcast.net> <4BCCF07B.8080905@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <66B7BBFB-1EE0-4C16-8FE4-90B774FF717E@comcast.net> Ed, I believe it is in rochester, pa which is around Pittsburg. I know he was looking into subletting an apartment near the school but that does not seem to be working to well. Kristi On Apr 19, 2010, at 8:08 PM, Shop at Just Brits wrote: > Kristi, is the Valspar Plat here in Chi ?? Deleware?? > > IMVHO, you should tell the List the APPROX area > of WHERE hw needs to be -:) !! > > Ed From dlh2001 at comcast.net Mon Apr 19 19:20:50 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:20:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Not a bad deal... Message-ID: <852A1D670A4C4E039894CFE2221BC647@blackbox2> http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/1660772571.html Low mileage, a 5 speed, twin side draft webers, and a set of minilites. What more could you ask for? No personal interest, just passing it along...my sprite is enough. From banjojohn at cox.net Mon Apr 19 21:17:53 2010 From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien) Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:17:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [___Spridgets] fuel delivery issue In-Reply-To: <4BCB9C58.5030900@justbrits.com> References: <32C91FED444A4D9A836B15DCF7D53036@authorizf47d14><1C5213A5A7524A52B4106AEF077F1EBC@spider> <4BC879C6.7060909@justbrits.com> <4BCB9C58.5030900@justbrits.com> Message-ID: _____ From: Shop at " Just Brits " [mailto:shop at justbrits.com] Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 6:57 PM To: John O'Brien Subject: Re: [___Spridgets] fuel delivery issue << Heat shield and spacer are in place. >> OK, good John. << I have headers installed, but they are wrapped with header insulation wrap. >> NOT good !!! Headers WILL disintegrate before you UN-seeing eyes -:) !!! It is due to the "heat cycles" of the pipes and WATER forming = RUST !! "Jet-Hot" or similar strongly recommended!! I've heard that and will probably fix this one day. << Timing has been checked and is spot on. >> How do you know ?? I set it with a timing light. To spec. (don't remember what the spec is now, but I set it to manual spec. at specified idle speed and it holds steady. << I have the Pertronix electronic ignition, so it holds very consistent. >> "Holding" is one thing; being "correct" is another. I don't have one of their Instruction Sheets but IIRC timing changes by something like 15 - 30 degrees !! << One thing I changed this spring was to remove the water pump mounted fan. I have a custom built aluminum radiator, with a front mounted electric fan. Engine temp holds right in the middle of normal with this set-up, (gauge needle straight down) so I don't think the engine is running too hot. >> You can get [for around $10 - $15] a Heat Temp 'gun' that is accurate enough for what you need; my suggestion is that not only do you get one but check all around the block. << Could be that the water pump mounted fan was moving enough air around the carbs to keep them cooler. >> "Could" be. << Maybe the float bowls are getting too hot during extended idle. >> Well my 1st question would be WHY "extended idle" times ?? maybe because heat is coming off the headers with little air movement to move it away when sitting still. Heat rising to the carbs. << I covered the fuel line and pressure gauge with insulation wrap. >> FTTB, I supposed good for 'testing'. << Maybe I could wrap the float bowls to see what happens. >> Can't hurt for sure !! Can you see water flowing with radiator cap off ?? Not really, because the custom radiator has an offset filler neck, but I am confident coolant is flowing. Was block "boiled out" when it was rebuilt ?? I bought the engine freshly rebuilt maybe 7-8 years ago. I can't say for sure but don't think the engine is getting too hot. Do you have a thermostat ?? MANDATORY or at least a "blanking disc". Yes. I'm running a 160 degree thermostat. Aluminum radiator has a front mounted electric fan. Engine temp gauge shows it comes up to temperature and then holds at mid-point of normal range (needle on gauge pointing straight down) What pressure Radiator Cap ?? 7 lbs. What engine block ?? 1275 What carb[s] ?? SU HS2 twins What fuel pump ?? aftermarket Mr. Gasket brand electronic fuel pump. Guess dats enough to start -:)-:)-:) !!! Me From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 08:27:49 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:27:49 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Does anyone want to buy my Midget for $35,000 cdn? It has a new uninstalled red tonneau and probably still has some UK air in the tires. I would consider a similar offer on the Sprite. It's rust free. ( which means that the rust is not included in the purchase price, but will be included at no charge. ) Prices are firm. As is, where is. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) From thcollin at mtu.edu Tue Apr 20 09:37:08 2010 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:37:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera Message-ID: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> I noticed this headline in the UK Telegraph today. Could some of the Brits on this list go and check this out by making a run "at speed" around the country? Report back to the list. Best drive only on a cloudy day! "New speed cameras trap motorists from space" "A new type of speed cameras which can use satellites to measure average speed over long distances are being tested in Britain. " Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 10:08:40 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:08:40 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera In-Reply-To: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> References: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Talk about a waste of taxpayers' money. Just how many "motorists from space" do they think there are in the UK? ;) RD > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:37:08 -0400 > > I noticed this headline in the UK Telegraph today. Could some of the > Brits on this list go and check this out by making a run "at speed" > around the country? Report back to the list. Best drive only on a cloudy day! > > "New speed cameras trap motorists from space" > "A new type of speed cameras which can use satellites to measure > average speed over long distances are being tested in Britain. " > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/ From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Tue Apr 20 10:35:03 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:35:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Message-ID: <940952.9385.qm@web46409.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Are any of thoes fancy plastic cooling fans are in your vehicles? Skip J. From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 10:43:18 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:43:18 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye now RHD In-Reply-To: <851618.64899.qm@web51604.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <003001cade9e$67c78b10$3756a130$@rr.com>, <851618.64899.qm@web51604.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: My daughter used to pretend that she was driving and the looks she got from other motorists were priceless. I told her to lift her hands up over her head to catch the breeze when someone was following too close. :) Now, it would mess her hair ... Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) > Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:03:53 -0700 > From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye now RHD > > > Many years ago I had a RHD Mini that was used for carpooling. The fellow > in the passenger seat loved to get a newspaper and put it in front of himself > as he was reading it while we motored down the interstate. Another time we > got a old steering wheel and he would pretend he was driving and when we got > the attention of a passing car he would hand it to the guy in the back and he > would start driving. It's a wonder we didn't cause an accident. RHD can be > fun... > Bob > > --- On Sat, 4/17/10, Chris Manuel wrote: > > > From: Chris Manuel > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye > To: "'Larry Daniels'" , "'Ron Soave'" > , "'Spridgets'" > Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010, 10:25 PM > > > To add to that, I'd love to put my wife passenger seat of a RHD car and > catch that reaction while driving through normal traffic > > Chris From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Tue Apr 20 10:44:57 2010 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:44:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera In-Reply-To: References: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Probably an effort to reduce all the crop circles over there. On Tue, Apr 20, 2010 at 11:08 AM, wrote: > Talk about a waste of taxpayers' money. Just how many "motorists from space" > do they think there are in the UK? ;) > > RD > > >> Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:37:08 -0400 >> >> I noticed this headline in the UK Telegraph today. Could some of the >> Brits on this list go and check this out by making a run "at speed" >> around the country? Report back to the list. Best drive only on a cloudy > day! >> >> "New speed cameras trap motorists from space" >> "A new type of speed cameras which can use satellites to measure >> average speed over long distances are being tested in Britain. " >> >> Tim Collins From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Apr 20 10:58:40 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:58:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: RD, can you wait until the USD/CAD exchange rate becomes a little more favorable? If the $35,000 price on the Midget is firm, I would want that tonneau installed. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 9:27 AM To: "Spridgets" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan Does anyone want to buy my Midget for $35,000 cdn? It has a new uninstalled red tonneau and probably still has some UK air in the tires. I would consider a similar offer on the Sprite. It's rust free. ( which means that the rust is not included in the purchase price, but will be included at no charge. ) Prices are firm. As is, where is. Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 11:07:10 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:07:10 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: <940952.9385.qm@web46409.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <940952.9385.qm@web46409.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Yes, actually. This engine is in the Midget: http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/replacement_engine/replacement_engine .htm so, while not original, it does have a plastic fan in it at the moment. You can offer more, if you wish. Be aware though that some people lose their tempers over want of them. If you wish to be less controversial, I can replace it with the metal fan, which sports somewhat fresh paint. Robert > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:35:03 -0700 > From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com > > Are any of thoes fancy plastic cooling fans are in your vehicles? Skip J. From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 11:13:54 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:13:54 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> , Message-ID: I can't promise to hold it at that price and especially since it is spring when every young man's fancy turns to cars. It is 'cars', isn't it? I really would have to take the first offer and let it go. As the car may expand slightly in warmer climates, I think you should take the tonneau as is and install it there to ensure a good fit. Snaps can be included if I can find them. http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/RedTonneau.jpg RD > From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > > RD, can you wait until the USD/CAD exchange rate becomes a little more > favorable? > > If the $35,000 price on the Midget is firm, I would want that tonneau > installed. > > LAD > -------------------------------------------------- > From: > > Does anyone want to buy my Midget for $35,000 cdn? It has a new uninstalled > red tonneau and probably still has some UK air in the tires. I would > consider > a similar offer on the Sprite. It's rust free. ( which means that the rust > is not included in the purchase price, but will be included at no charge. ) > Prices are firm. As is, where is. > > > Robert Duquette > Ottawa ON Canada > 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) > 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) > 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 20 11:38:39 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:38:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera In-Reply-To: References: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <4BCDE69F.4020201@justbrits.com> << Just how many "motorists from space" do they think there are in the UK? >> Almost as many as we have here in US, RD !!! LOL From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 20 11:42:34 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:42:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera In-Reply-To: References: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <4BCDE78A.60102@justbrits.com> << reduce all the crop circles over there. >> Never been to D.C., huh Jeff ?!? LOL I think GB copied D.C. !!!!! From neilandcustom at gmail.com Tue Apr 20 11:46:05 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:46:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye tool kit Message-ID: <000301cae0b1$5b83adb0$128b0910$@com> A friend from the Midwest Healey club (who is not on this list) wants to enter his early 1958 Bugeye in Concours judging at our Conclave 2010 event in July. The one thing that he is missing is the tool kit, which is worth quite a few points in the category of "Boot, Tools, and Loose Equipment" (100 potential points). When he bought the car about ten years or so ago, the previous owner kept the complete tool kit, which was thought to not be needed in the future by my friend. If anyone has a complete tool kit for sale (individual tools for sale) or a tool kit he can borrow just for the judging, please let me know off list. If anyone has a tool kit and can send us photos of the tools and the tool bag, that would aid us in our search for the proper tools. We have the complete list from the Concours standards, but not photos of the tools and tool roll bag. The car is a very early nice car that was one of the first Sprites judged (about 20 years ago) when the Concours standards were first being established. He wants to have it judged again at our event. If you have a tool kit to loan, you need not worry if it will be returned, this Sprite owner is our local club president, a member of the Healey club for 20 years and a committee member organizing our Conclave. He is a very respected member of our club. If you can help, that would be much appreciated. Thank you. Neil Anderson Midwest Region, AHCA From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 12:11:52 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:11:52 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Speed Trap Camera In-Reply-To: <4BCDE69F.4020201@justbrits.com> References: <87d24a$87ui1v@email.mtu.edu> , <4BCDE69F.4020201@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Almost? I would have thought that Roswell put you over the top. Shows what I know. RD > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:38:39 -0500 > From: shop at justbrits.com > > << Just how many "motorists from space" do they think there > are in the UK? >> > > Almost as many as we have here in US, RD !!! LOL From haynes386 at netzero.net Tue Apr 20 12:12:43 2010 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:12:43 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Brake check valve Message-ID: <20100420.121243.13037.0@webmail02.dca.untd.com> Hi List, I know that this has been covered ad infinitum here, but I can't find it in the archives. I'm rebuilding the 7/8" bore master (Thanks for the parts, Peter C.) on the '58 with discs. Since I'm running the discs, I should remove the check valve in the master, right? and the check valve is on the very end of the spring away from the pushrod, correct? Mark Haynes HAN6L12779 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Now Hiring: Make $63/hr Part-Time $63/hr part-time jobs open. Requirements: Just a computer http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4bcdef08350abffb51st01duc From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 20 12:19:39 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:19:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: References: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> , Message-ID: <4BCDF03B.7050407@justbrits.com> << I think you should take the tonneau as is and install it there to ensure a good fit. >> Smart idea, RD. But I GOTTA say that the tonneau CLASHES [colour wise] with the car; BADLY !!!! UGH !! << Snaps can be included if I can find them. >> Having seen many pics of your garage, that will ONLY occur on a VERY "cold day in He||" !!!! LOL From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Tue Apr 20 12:32:09 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:32:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey Message-ID: What is the story on these cars in terms of reliability? This seems like a very attractive price. Had I the money that is forthcoming I would be very tempted to have it shipped out to me in California. (If bucks come in soon I might jump for it as the price seems to be so low)? The side pic of the engine looks odd, like there is a motor mount not attached to anything? So how much of a potential head ache were these cars to keep going? Re: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/1660772571.html Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Tue Apr 20 12:33:45 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:33:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] One More Question Re. the BRG Jensen Healey Message-ID: Do the on line suppliers have parts for this car, or also, Ed, do carry anything? When I read the catagories from the online suppliers I do not recall a listing of parts for the Jensen Healey? Kirk From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 12:43:29 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:43:29 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] MiniMania.com: Spridget 6 blade plastic fan In-Reply-To: <4BCDF03B.7050407@justbrits.com> References: <336152.54809.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>, , , , , <4BCDF03B.7050407@justbrits.com> Message-ID: I think they're in the house. Why? Are you interested too? ;) RD > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:19:39 -0500 > From: shop at justbrits.com > << Snaps can be included if I can find them. >> > > Having seen many pics of your garage, that will ONLY > occur on a VERY "cold day in He||" !!!! LOL From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 13:32:33 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:32:33 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] 1959 bugeye In-Reply-To: <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <0A00EDB6FB6640DDBD5BE6F344ECB037@blackbox2>, <297442.41726.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Here comes the MAC / Windows thread again .... ;) Robert D > Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:23:06 -0700 > From: soavero at yahoo.com ... >I personally need windows for everyday use. There, I said it. > > Ron > _______________________________________________ From pfeilmat at me.com Tue Apr 20 13:56:46 2010 From: pfeilmat at me.com (Matthew Pfeil) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:56:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Is there a... Message-ID: <57AD730D-E0F0-447A-9E14-6B75DB8ADABE@me.com> group for the MGA on autox.net. My father in law has a friend who inherited his parents and wants to restore it as it has been sitting for 30 years. Once again, I am inquiring for another person, i do not have the car. Matthew Pfeil From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 20 15:17:44 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:17:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Is there a... In-Reply-To: <57AD730D-E0F0-447A-9E14-6B75DB8ADABE@me.com> References: <57AD730D-E0F0-447A-9E14-6B75DB8ADABE@me.com> Message-ID: <4BCE19F8.2050706@justbrits.com> Matt, just go to Archives shown at bottom of EVERY List Post. MGs is the one he wants. That IS the List Barney Gaylord [ mgaguru ] is on. Numerous other "A"ers. Me PS: Amazingly enough folks, ALL of you with similar .........questions CAN answer them yourselves -:) !! From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Tue Apr 20 15:49:49 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:49:49 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Is there a... In-Reply-To: <4BCE19F8.2050706@justbrits.com> References: <57AD730D-E0F0-447A-9E14-6B75DB8ADABE@me.com>, <4BCE19F8.2050706@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Then what would you do? ;) > Me > > PS: Amazingly enough folks, ALL of you with similar > .........questions CAN answer them yourselves -:) !! From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Tue Apr 20 16:47:07 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:47:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC: Really cool volcano/lightning pics site Message-ID: <216534.38268.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> There's absolutely no LBC content here, but this MSN site has some amazing shots of lightning (from static electricity discharge?) in the plumes of debris coming out of the Icelandic volcano. Neat stuff. Yeah, OK - I'm somewhat of a science nerd. As a kid, I spent some of the money I made from selling things from the back pages of Boy's Life on two subscriptions: Popular Science and HotRod Magazine. I suspect I may not have been alone there with this group... http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36645958?GT1=43001 David Booker Long Island From healeyrick at yahoo.com Tue Apr 20 17:28:37 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:28:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <385040.30151.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Hey, it's a 30 yr old British car for $3,500. What could possibly go wrong? Here's an article by Rick Feibush you might find interesting: http://tinyurl.com/y6kcm5t I think Delta Motorsports http://www.deltamotorsports.com/ has always been the go to for parts. These cars were always real rot boxes in the northeast. I'd really want someone local to look it over before I committed to a long distance purchase. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Tue, 4/20/10, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: From: Kirk Hargreaves Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey To: dlh2001 at comcast.net Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2010, 2:32 PM What is the story on these cars in terms of reliability? This seems like a very attractive price. Had I the money that is forthcoming I would be very tempted to have it shipped out to me in California. (If bucks come in soon I might jump for it as the price seems to be so low)? The side pic of the engine looks odd, like there is a motor mount not attached to anything? So how much of a potential head ache were these cars to keep going? Re: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/1660772571.html Kirk Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Apr 20 18:32:34 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:32:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Is there a... In-Reply-To: <57AD730D-E0F0-447A-9E14-6B75DB8ADABE@me.com> Message-ID: > friend who inherited his parents That's how most of us get them. From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 20 18:48:13 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:48:13 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey In-Reply-To: <385040.30151.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <385040.30151.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCE4B4D.4040206@justbrits.com> << I'd really want someone local to look it over before I committed to a long distance purchase. >> MANDATORY, Rick -:) !!!! Remember that I bought "Amber" [current daily driver Camino] same way BUT contacted an AHCA & AHCUSA Member that lived very close and he went over her for me WITH the knowledge that I would be flying out to CA and driving her home !! POC and we had a blast coming back to ILL !!!! Right Brad & RBH [currently OFF-list] ??? Ed PS: Pics of her IN CA on my site !! From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Tue Apr 20 19:34:40 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:34:40 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] HAN6L12168 Message-ID: <666715.27614.qm@web46404.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Looks like a real beautiful '62 for $7,800, near Sacramento CA. Get it before the Governator sees it!! E-bay 110522450013. Skip J. From spritenut at comcast.net Tue Apr 20 20:05:00 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:05:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HAN6L12168 In-Reply-To: <666715.27614.qm@web46404.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <666715.27614.qm@web46404.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCE5D4C.5060005@comcast.net> On 4/20/2010 9:34 PM, Skip Jackson wrote: > Looks like a real beautiful '62 for $7,800, near Sacramento CA. Get it before > the Governator sees it!! > E-bay 110522450013. Skip J. Funny you should say that. I had a picture from an old Car & Driver magazine that had a guy holding a Midget on his back, the ad said "Hey Arnold, put that car down" And it was referring to the *now* gov of CA ;) Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From jfishbein at snet.net Tue Apr 20 20:25:30 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:25:30 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] HAN6L12168 In-Reply-To: <666715.27614.qm@web46404.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <958108.68013.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Does it have a plastic fan? jay --- On Tue, 4/20/10, Skip Jackson wrote: Looks like a real beautiful '62 for $7,800, near Sacramento CA. Get it before the Governator sees it!! E-bay 110522450013. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Apr 20 20:49:46 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:49:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey References: <385040.30151.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <129E11FCD6DC4A7B9D58A1B5445F9DB0@blackbox2> It's up by where my sister lives. I can go check it out if anyone far away is interested. But I could only do this on a weekend. I suspect it will be gone by that time. ----- Original Message ----- From: HealeyRick To: dlh2001 at comcast.net ; Kirk Hargreaves Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 7:28 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey Hey, it's a 30 yr old British car for $3,500. What could possibly go wrong? Here's an article by Rick Feibush you might find interesting: http://tinyurl.com/y6kcm5t I think Delta Motorsports http://www.deltamotorsports.com/ has always been the go to for parts. These cars were always real rot boxes in the northeast. I'd really want someone local to look it over before I committed to a long distance purchase. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Tue, 4/20/10, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: From: Kirk Hargreaves Subject: [Spridgets] BRG Jensen Healey To: dlh2001 at comcast.net Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2010, 2:32 PM What is the story on these cars in terms of reliability? This seems like a very attractive price. Had I the money that is forthcoming I would be very tempted to have it shipped out to me in California. (If bucks come in soon I might jump for it as the price seems to be so low)? The side pic of the engine looks odd, like there is a motor mount not attached to anything? So how much of a potential head ache were these cars to keep going? Re: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/1660772571.html Kirk _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Wed Apr 21 06:11:57 2010 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:11:57 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] HAN6L12168 In-Reply-To: <4BCE5D4C.5060005@comcast.net> Message-ID: <3355553.13613711271851917585.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Can you find that pick?B that would be neat to see. Ryan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Clarici" To: "Skip Jackson" Cc: "spridget" Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 10:05:00 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Spridgets] HAN6L12168 On 4/20/2010 9:34 PM, Skip Jackson wrote: > Looks like a real beautiful '62 for $7,800, near Sacramento CA. Get it before > the Governator sees it!! > E-bay 110522450013. B Skip J. Funny you should say that. I had a picture from an old Car & Driver magazine that had a guy holding a Midget on his back, the ad said "Hey Arnold, put that car down" And it was referring to the *now* gov of CA ;) Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net From mdrowe at optonline.net Wed Apr 21 08:46:43 2010 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:46:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Trailers Message-ID: For anyone contemplating an Spridget trailer, for a $5 switching fee, these guys will put a 4x4" hub on their stub torsion-bar axle (or other axle designs) that will accept Spridget wheels. Not only can you use all those spare wheels and old tires you have lying around the shop, but also, you can use wheels off the car you are towing in an emergency. Not sure if better tires are required for long distances at twice the intended weight. eBay - "3500# Torsion Axle Stub RV Trailer Camper (1750# ea)" Paul at NeedaTrailer.com Michael Rowe '74 Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY From dwoerpel at wi.net Wed Apr 21 11:04:54 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:04:54 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC: Really cool volcano/lightning pics site In-Reply-To: <216534.38268.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <216534.38268.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BCF3036.8070209@wi.net> Very cool shot David. Indeed static discharge. Sounds like we spent a parallel childhood; probably why I became a biologist. Thanks for sharing. Dave W. 59 :{) 59 MGA 1500 05 MCS New garage anyone have an MG L2?? David Booker wrote: > There's absolutely no LBC content here, but this MSN site has some amazing > shots of lightning (from static electricity discharge?) in the plumes of > debris coming out of the Icelandic volcano. Neat stuff. > > Yeah, OK - I'm > somewhat of a science nerd. As a kid, I spent some of the money I made from > selling things from the back pages of Boy's Life on two subscriptions: Popular > Science and HotRod Magazine. I suspect I may not have been alone there with > this group... > > > > http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36645958?GT1=43001 > > David Booker > Long Island From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Apr 21 13:37:18 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:37:18 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? Message-ID: O.K. the steering rack is out of FROG AYE to make it easier to replace brake pipes. I'm contemplating rebuilding it: no real reason, just 'cuz it's out. Any reasons not to? What are the arguments for rebuilding? Any danger spots? Hal From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 21 14:02:24 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:02:24 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <073CE829CCA5472EB4A6C1E4423C2FB8@spider> If it ain't broke, don't fix it. ...bill in oregon ==================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Hal Faulkner Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 12:37 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? O.K. the steering rack is out of FROG AYE to make it easier to replace brake pipes. I'm contemplating rebuilding it: no real reason, just 'cuz it's out. Any reasons not to? What are the arguments for rebuilding? Any danger spots? Hal _______________________________________________ From richb at u.washington.edu Wed Apr 21 14:12:53 2010 From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:12:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? References: Message-ID: <389B98A16ADC494196961981F5668141@psych.washington.edu> Here is a link to a John Twist article on rebuilding racks. Originally from the multi year Classic Motorsports Midget project. http://www.eclecticmotorworks.com/midrack.html Rich Ball '76 Midget Everett, WA ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hal Faulkner" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 12:37 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? > O.K. the steering rack is out of FROG AYE to make it easier to replace > brake > pipes. I'm contemplating rebuilding it: no real reason, just 'cuz it's > out. Any reasons not to? What are the arguments for rebuilding? Any > danger spots? > Hal > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/richb at u.washington.edu From spritenut at comcast.net Wed Apr 21 14:16:25 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:16:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BCF5D19.7060307@comcast.net> On 4/21/2010 3:37 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > O.K. the steering rack is out of FROG AYE to make it easier to replace brake > pipes. I'm contemplating rebuilding it: no real reason, just 'cuz it's > out. Any reasons not to? What are the arguments for rebuilding? Any > danger spots? Note each rack clamp orientation, they seem to have been milled and each clamp and it's cap are just a bit different. Also the little cap piece at the bottom of the pinion seems to be orientated too, mark it before you take it off, do not loose any shims. 50/50 chance but you can bet you will get it wrong the first time. I also do ;) And the shims under the big nut on top, do not loose any. The inner tie rod ends come off by bending out the dimpled tabs and unscrewing them with a pipe wrench or channel lock pliers. Again, mark left and right. Count the turns when removing the outer tie rod ends, they should be 15 full turns each give or take 1/2 a turn to line them up. This will keep your alignment close when you put them back. If you have 10 and 20 turns, something was wrong but your alignment was good just your steering was not equal from full lock to full lock. You can see the wear if you have any, I have found rust on the rack once, and wear on one but for the most part, they are bulletproof. Just watch and mark what you take apart and which side and direction it faced. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From 72spridget at gmail.com Wed Apr 21 14:22:47 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:22:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? In-Reply-To: <073CE829CCA5472EB4A6C1E4423C2FB8@spider> References: <073CE829CCA5472EB4A6C1E4423C2FB8@spider> Message-ID: > If it ain't broke, don't fix it. ...bill in oregon Bill, You got it backwards again. The real version is: "If it ain't broke, fix it til it is!" David L From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Apr 21 16:06:50 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:06:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? In-Reply-To: References: <073CE829CCA5472EB4A6C1E4423C2FB8@spider> Message-ID: <1D8F91DCC6494E5F9640BA025A3BD491@spider> Agreed My Wall Of Shame is loaded with stuff that I've fixed to the point of complete uselessness. ....and, no good deed will go unpunished. ...bill in Oregon ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 1:23 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? > If it ain't broke, don't fix it. ...bill in oregon Bill, You got it backwards again. The real version is: "If it ain't broke, fix it til it is!" David L _______________________________________________ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Wed Apr 21 17:10:30 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:10:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Grand Prix Message-ID: The movie, Grand Prix, will be on Turner Classic Movies at 9:00 Central time tonight. From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 21 18:06:36 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:06:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? References: Message-ID: <3EE89800385E41A68073D81F50BB1EAF@blackbox2> All I did on mine was remove the old boots, paint everything, slathered the internals with "Super Lube" grease and then re-assembled with new boots. As other pointed out keep track of the shims and count the threads on the ends. Also I noticed that there is a little felt washer where the steering colum connects to the splines on the rack. I did not see it in the manual but I made a replacement anyway. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hal Faulkner" Subject: [Spridgets] Steering rack, rebuild? > O.K. the steering rack is out of FROG AYE to make it easier to replace brake > pipes. I'm contemplating rebuilding it: no real reason, just 'cuz it's > out. Any reasons not to? What are the arguments for rebuilding? Any > danger spots? > Hal From billmasq at hotmail.com Wed Apr 21 18:50:11 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:50:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] cars In-Reply-To: References: , , , , Message-ID: Guys One of our own, Vern Olsen of eastern Oregon, has passed away. His family needs to take care of a few remaining issues like his four (5?) toy cars. A big Healy (100-6) in parts, a Metro, an MGB,a Midget and a bugeye (condition unknown at present). As a group we need to help them clear out the collection for a reasonable price. Contact Tami directly for more info and remember that he was one of us and treat this as you will want for us to treat your situation when it is your familie's time to deal with the same situation. Thanks BillM Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:47:15 -0600 Subject: Re: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com sorry, I got distracted. I have taken photos of the austin healy that is in peices. Click on this link to see the pictures of the Austin Healy 100-6 in progress http://www.nwcraftfair.com/blog/dads-car I also have some of it's documentation attached. We have the title but I just don't know where to look for a buyer for a car that is in such a condition. In addition we have the 1959 Austin Healy Sprite Bugeye. The 1978 MGB and a 1979 MG Midget. I have attached a picture of the MGB but I need to take one of the Midget and the bugeye. On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 8:14 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: Tami Any photos of the cars? Bill Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:09:44 -0600 Subject: Re: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com Thank you, I will, we found a package that you sent. It had a conversion kit to put an engine in something. We think it was the Austin Healy that is unfinished. The AH Sprite is complete. I will look up the registration information and get back to you. Thank you for your kindness On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 4:52 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: Hi Tami I am VERY sorry to hear about your dad- he was a great guy and seemed far too young and healthy to go so soon. We will miss him. I think that he had one "Bugeye" Sprite (Austin Healy) and a later model MG Midget (1973 or so). I don't remember what else he had but if you could shoot a picture of what you are asking about I will be far better able to help you. Bill Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:30:59 -0600 Subject: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com My name is Tami Anderson. I am Vern Olson's daughter. I am writing to let you know that Dad passed away just over a week ago. Mom says you were a good car buddy of Dad's. We are now facing how to deal with Dad's cars. We were hoping you might help with some counseling on their value, a good market for them and what ever else we need to know. Our biggest concern right now is the Austin Healy (the big one?). It is still in it's infancy as far as refurbishment. Dad has it a little skattered. I was hoping you might start a dialogue with me and offer your expertise on the cars. Thank you Tami Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. Learn more. The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. Get busy. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type application/pdf] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg] From spritenut at comcast.net Wed Apr 21 20:34:18 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 22:34:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Finally! Message-ID: <4BCFB5AA.2080602@comcast.net> I finally finished the refreshing of my Sprite, it took me 4 months for a repaint, rebuild the engine, and put new rugs in it. Last year I did 3 Sprites in 5 months if you count the Holy Sprite which I did have some help with. And my daughter's Bugeye which was made from 2 Sprites, literally cut in half and nothing to start with. But I did finally finish mine, and it fought me all the way. But now I have a fantastic sound system that I can hear at speed easily thanks to the guys at the local stereo shop who put a similar system in my daughter's Bugeye. No more seams along the back which now makes it match the speedwell nose. Deluxe loop carpet installed by the guys at the local trim shop and it even has edging where I wanted it. And except for the low oil pressure, it's perfect in my eye. The oil pressure was the reason for the rebuild, it was 40 psi, now it's 20, so when it blows up, I'll do it again but I must find a none asian oil pump first, I bet the taiwan made oil pump is the reason for my low pressure. I did try to put a new clutch in it too but Rivergate Redneck mechanics sent me the wrong disc so it still has the old clutch in it but it works for now, I'll change it when the engine blows up. I just hope I can get the summer out of it before it blows. I mean 20 psi cruising is not good. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Apr 21 20:52:09 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:52:09 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Vern Olsen - Re: cars In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <488319.38579.qm@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I am saddened to hear that Vern has passed away. I was fortunate to meet Vern at the Buster Cluster and enjoyed Vern's company and stories of his history piloting fighter jets and experimental stunt aircraft. He was kind enough to send me two dvds of his stunt flying. I knew Vern to be an all around nice guy who was an accomplished pilot who served his country in Vietnam. Despite all of his accomplishments he was very humble. If I were located in the Northwest, I wouldn't hesitate to assist his family. My sympathy and condolences go out to his family. jay fishbein wallingford, ct --- On Wed, 4/21/10, Bill Masquelier wrote: From: Bill Masquelier Subject: [Spridgets] cars To: "spridget list" Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2010, 8:50 PM Guys One of our own, Vern Olsen of eastern Oregon, has passed away. His family needs to take care of a few remaining issues like his four (5?) toy cars. A big Healy (100-6) in parts, a Metro, an MGB,a Midget and a bugeye (condition unknown at present). As a group we need to help them clear out the collection for a reasonable price. Contact Tami directly for more info and remember that he was one of us and treat this as you will want for us to treat your situation when it is your familie's time to deal with the same situation. Thanks BillM Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:47:15 -0600 Subject: Re: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com sorry, I got distracted. I have taken photos of the austin healy that is in peices. Click on this link to see the pictures of the Austin Healy 100-6 in progress http://www.nwcraftfair.com/blog/dads-car I also have some of it's documentation attached. We have the title but I just don't know where to look for a buyer for a car that is in such a condition. In addition we have the 1959 Austin Healy Sprite Bugeye. The 1978 MGB and a 1979 MG Midget. I have attached a picture of the MGB but I need to take one of the Midget and the bugeye. On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 8:14 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: Tami Any photos of the cars? Bill Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:09:44 -0600 Subject: Re: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com Thank you, I will, we found a package that you sent. It had a conversion kit to put an engine in something. We think it was the Austin Healy that is unfinished. The AH Sprite is complete. I will look up the registration information and get back to you. Thank you for your kindness On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 4:52 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: Hi Tami I am VERY sorry to hear about your dad- he was a great guy and seemed far too young and healthy to go so soon. We will miss him. I think that he had one "Bugeye" Sprite (Austin Healy) and a later model MG Midget (1973 or so). I don't remember what else he had but if you could shoot a picture of what you are asking about I will be far better able to help you. Bill Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:30:59 -0600 Subject: counsel From: tami2293 at gmail.com To: billmasq at hotmail.com My name is Tami Anderson. I am Vern Olson's daughter. I am writing to let you know that Dad passed away just over a week ago. Mom says you were a good car buddy of Dad's. We are now facing how to deal with Dad's cars. We were hoping you might help with some counseling on their value, a good market for them and what ever else we need to know. Our biggest concern right now is the Austin Healy (the big one?). It is still in it's infancy as far as refurbishment. Dad has it a little skattered. I was hoping you might start a dialogue with me and offer your expertise on the cars. Thank you Tami From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Apr 21 21:20:03 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:20:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Finally! In-Reply-To: <4BCFB5AA.2080602@comcast.net> Message-ID: <848712.90609.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Wed, 4/21/10, Frank Clarici wrote: > I must find a none asian oil pump first, I bet the taiwan > made oil pump is the reason for my low pressure. I thought the Taiwan pump was allegedly good. This one is better: http://www.titan.uk.net/products/11/bmc-a-series Ron From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Apr 21 21:22:07 2010 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:22:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] MC setup Message-ID: Today I began reinstalling the MC. It has been out of the car since I sent it to Sierra last October, re-sleeved to 3/4". The hole in the clutch pedal was seriously elongated and the bushings were shot in both pedals. The pivot bolt was also thoroughly rusty and corroded. So all that got repaired or replaced. The pedal box is cleaned and repainted. Clevis pins replaced and short push rods. Now I realize (or is it remember?) there are at least two adjustments on the assembly: The length of the push rod (it screws in and out of the yoke) and the rest point of the pedal (1/4 x 28 bolt with jamb nuts.) Anybody out there got any hints for me on this? Hal From wmgilroy at gmail.com Wed Apr 21 21:47:11 2010 From: wmgilroy at gmail.com (Bill Gilroy) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:47:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC: Really cool volcano/lightning pics site In-Reply-To: <4BCF3036.8070209@wi.net> References: <216534.38268.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BCF3036.8070209@wi.net> Message-ID: I saw those photos else where. The last 2/3 pictures were exposed over ~30 seconds. In any case really cool. -g On Wed, Apr 21, 2010 at 10:04 AM, Woerpel wrote: > Very cool shot David. Indeed static discharge. Sounds like we spent a > parallel childhood; probably why I became a biologist. > Thanks for sharing. > Dave W. > 59 :{) > 59 MGA 1500 > 05 MCS > New garage > anyone have an MG L2?? > > > > David Booker wrote: > >> There's absolutely no LBC content here, but this MSN site has some amazing >> shots of lightning (from static electricity discharge?) in the plumes of >> debris coming out of the Icelandic volcano. Neat stuff. Yeah, OK - I'm >> somewhat of a science nerd. As a kid, I spent some of the money I made >> from >> selling things from the back pages of Boy's Life on two subscriptions: >> Popular >> Science and HotRod Magazine. I suspect I may not have been alone there >> with >> this group... >> >> >> >> http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36645958?GT1=43001 >> >> David Booker >> Long Island >> > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/wmgilroy at gmail.com From pythias at pacifier.com Wed Apr 21 22:51:06 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:51:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Re: MC setup In-Reply-To: <1171679287.20100421215017@pacifier.com> References: <1171679287.20100421215017@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <817979609.20100421215106@pacifier.com> Hello Hal, For the brake, the "book" says.... in the event the adjustment having been disturbed, reset the effective length of the rod connecting the piston to the pedal until the pedal pad can be derpessed approximatedly 5/32" before the piston begins to move. The clearance can be flet if the pedal is depressed by hand. It is very important that the pus rod should have a min8imum free movement of 1/32" before the piston starts to move.. it says exactly the same thing about the clutch actuator. on mine I have about three threads showing out the front of the "rest point" bolt, beyond the stop nut (also outside the pedal box) and roughly an inch of threads between showing on the push rods before the clevis pin. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" Hi. I'll be your tagline for this evening. = -- Best regards, Bill mailto:pythias at pacifier.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Apr 21 22:54:45 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:54:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MC setup References: Message-ID: <47D3BB837F664086A65F97C96CCD3C73@blackbox2> Did you resleeve in brass or stainless? Just curious.. Adjustment looks more complicated than it really is. Adjust the pushrod length and the 1/4 -28 stop nut such that you get the maximum stroke AND so that there is a minimum 1/32" free play movement of the pushrod before the piston moves when the pedal is depressed. You must have a small amount of freeplay in the pedal before the piston moves so that the piston can safely return to it's home position when the pedal is released. BTW, The original master had a piece of felt is the bottom of the pedal box where the pedals go. This was to help keep brake fluid off the pedals should the master begin to leak, or if you spill brake fluid while filling the master. It's bogus. Here is what I did. I got a small piece of 1/4 inch thick rubber and I cut it the width of the pedal box and about 1/2 inch high. I then bonded it with silicone to the bottom of the pedal box between the master and the area where the pedals enter. It forms a little dam that will totally prevent any fluid from getting onto the pedals. Make sure you get some good grease on those rebushed pedals pivots before you re-assemble. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hal Faulkner" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 11:22 PM Subject: [Spridgets] MC setup > Today I began reinstalling the MC. It has been out of the car since I sent > it to Sierra last October, re-sleeved to 3/4". The hole in the clutch pedal > was seriously elongated and the bushings were shot in both pedals. The > pivot bolt was also thoroughly rusty and corroded. So all that got repaired > or replaced. The pedal box is cleaned and repainted. Clevis pins replaced > and short push rods. Now I realize (or is it remember?) there are at least > two adjustments on the assembly: The length of the push rod (it screws in > and out of the yoke) and the rest point of the pedal (1/4 x 28 bolt with > jamb nuts.) > Anybody out there got any hints for me on this? > Hal > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Thu Apr 22 06:36:00 2010 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:36:00 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] cheap 73 RWA for sale on craigs list LA Message-ID: <1231815893.14134141271939760351.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/1698446723.html nfi although if i lived out there i would have some Ryan From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Thu Apr 22 06:36:45 2010 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:36:45 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Finally! In-Reply-To: <4BCFB5AA.2080602@comcast.net> Message-ID: <992921439.12546241271939805890.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Hmm Frank.B 3 Sprites in 5 months down to 1 Sprite in 4 months.B As we get older and more senile we do slow down don't we?B LOL --David C. Two silk worms had a race. They ended up in a tie.. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Clarici" To: "spridget" Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 10:34:18 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [Spridgets] Finally! I finally finished the refreshing of my Sprite, it took me 4 months for a repaint, rebuild the engine, and put new rugs in it. Last year I did 3 Sprites in 5 months if you count the Holy Sprite which I did have some help with. And my daughter's Bugeye which was made from 2 Sprites, literally cut in half and nothing to start with. But I did finally finish mine, and it fought me all the way. But now I have a fantastic sound system that I can hear at speed easily thanks to the guys at the local stereo shop who put a similar system in my daughter's Bugeye. No more seams along the back which now makes it match the speedwell nose. Deluxe loop carpet installed by the guys at the local trim shop and it even has edging where I wanted it. And except for the low oil pressure, it's perfect in my eye. The oil pressure was the reason for the rebuild, it was 40 psi, now it's 20, so when it blows up, I'll do it again but I must find a none asian oil pump first, I bet the taiwan made oil pump is the reason for my low pressure. I did try to put a new clutch in it too but Rivergate Redneck mechanics sent me the wrong disc so it still has the old clutch in it but it works for now, I'll change it when the engine blows up. I just hope I can get the summer out of it before it blows. I mean 20 psi cruising is not good. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Thu Apr 22 06:50:28 2010 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:50:28 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Grand Prix In-Reply-To: <1440661749.12551721271940387676.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <765214086.12554171271940628028.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> When that movie came out back in the 60's, aB buddy and I traveledB 140 miles one way, from Maysville, KY to Louisville, KY just to see Grand Prix in Cinerama.B Oh well, young, single, lots of time on our hands--how better to spend a weekday night than driving 280 miles and enjoying a good movie when we didn't have dates?B B 8^) --David C. Two silk worms had a race. They ended up in a tie.. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Larry Daniels" To: "Spridgets List" Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 7:10:30 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [Spridgets] Grand Prix The movie, Grand Prix, will be on Turner Classic Movies at 9:00 Central time tonight. Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From jfishbein at snet.net Thu Apr 22 11:09:24 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:09:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch Message-ID: <160245.36773.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Last year, a friend lost a beautiful purebred Havanese dog to a strange illness that was never exactly diagnosed. She always suspected the cause was the garden mulch that she had spread in her yard. Recently, she discovered this information on the brand of mulch that she used. This is a UK link, but the product is also sold in the U.S. through the big box retailers. Scroll to the bottom and you will find a discussion how this is toxic to dogs. In my opinion, such a product should not be marketed. http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/garden-chemicals/sunshine-of-africa-cocoa-shell-garden-mulch/1276843/ jay From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 22 11:30:07 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:30:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: <160245.36773.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Even our mulch is imported??? From shop at justbrits.com Thu Apr 22 12:09:25 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:09:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> << Even our mulch is imported??? >> Geesh, next we'll find out manure is imported !!! Like there is NOT enough of THAT in D.C. or on Wall Street ?!?!? UN-real. From kk7ss at verizon.net Thu Apr 22 12:45:06 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:45:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> References: , <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4BD09932.19845.FCC565@kk7ss.verizon.net> Tennessee makes a lot of Foreign Exchange selling Cow Pats to Asia for fertilizer... So we sell the useful crap, and they sell us useless crap! -- Dave G. KK7SS DN06ig '65 Sprite - work in progress '76 Midget - nearly ready On 22 Apr 2010 at 13:09, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > Geesh, next we'll find out manure is imported !!! From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 22 13:20:01 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:20:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: <4BD09932.19845.FCC565@kk7ss.verizon.net> Message-ID: > Cow Pats to Asia for fertilizer... That's what they claim it's for. I think they're selling it back to us. From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 22 19:42:02 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:42:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> References: <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4BD0FAEA.8070607@comcast.net> On 4/22/2010 2:09 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << Even our mulch is imported??? >> > > Geesh, next we'll find out manure is imported !!! Duh, I have been calling all that shit from china manure all along. All the hardware is imported, and it's shit, all the plumbing and electric shit is imported, lots of car parts, and even GM gets there shit from china. It's all shit aka manure. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Apr 22 20:12:30 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:12:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch In-Reply-To: <4BD0FAEA.8070607@comcast.net> References: <4BD090D5.6000208@justbrits.com> <4BD0FAEA.8070607@comcast.net> Message-ID: <864055C0F7DC413F99C42607E1FB8977@spider> "Not meant for internal use." ===================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 6:42 PM To: Shop at " Just Brits " Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch On 4/22/2010 2:09 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << Even our mulch is imported??? >> > > Geesh, next we'll find out manure is imported !!! Duh, I have been calling all that shit from china manure all along. All the hardware is imported, and it's shit, all the plumbing and electric shit is imported, lots of car parts, and even GM gets there shit from china. It's all shit aka manure. _______________________________________________ From ridleymj at bis.on.ca Thu Apr 22 21:26:42 2010 From: ridleymj at bis.on.ca (Martyn Ridley) Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 23:26:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor Message-ID: <201004230327.o3N3QcmN013473@brantnet.kwic.com> I was told and shown the other day a 'new' Lucas 25D Distributor, which I was told was made in India from Lucas patterns. Anybody had an experience with these? There appears to be no markings on the vacuum advance, any idea what it is set for? Cheers, Martyn 59 Frogeye (More that a litre's a waste!) From pilotrob at webtv.net Fri Apr 23 04:47:57 2010 From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 10:47:57 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor Message-ID: By whom and what was the part number (NAPA cat. #, etc.) or Ser. # on the side of the dist casing?? Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) -----Original Message----- From: Martyn Ridley Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 11:26 PM To: Spridget Chat Group Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor I was told and shown the other day a 'new' Lucas 25D Distributor, which I was told was made in India from Lucas patterns. Anybody had an experience with these? There appears to be no markings on the vacuum advance, any idea what it is set for? Cheers, Martyn 59 Frogeye (More that a litre's a waste!) Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pilotrob at webtv.net From jfishbein at snet.net Fri Apr 23 10:43:37 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:43:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR Message-ID: <740948.80634.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Good story and better blog. Read the comments: http://www.autoweek.com/article/20100423/GRAND_AM/100429919 jay From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 23 11:21:02 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:21:02 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - Dogs - Warning Regarding Garden Mulch Message-ID: <4b0c.43d64c4b.390330fe@aol.com> I thought Frank said it was to fire their forges? In a message dated 22/04/2010 20:20:10 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: Cow Pats to Asia for fertilizer... From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 23 11:22:06 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:22:06 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR In-Reply-To: <740948.80634.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <740948.80634.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <13BE1852C743493A9D754AFAEED1C880@HomePC> Yes, lots of "legal experts" who have no idea what "laws" and "Rules of Evidence" are. They should stick with commenting on subjects that they are versed on. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Jay" Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 11:43 AM To: Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR Good story and better blog. Read the comments: http://www.autoweek.com/article/20100423/GRAND_AM/100429919 jay Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 11:54:35 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:54:35 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: So all 1275 engines are designed like that? If so why doesn't mine leak there (other leaks don't count)....LOL Lin On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 3:32 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > They have what is called a scroll seal. There is a spiral, cut into the > rear of the crank, that, whilst the engine is running, "allegedly" twists > the oil back into the pan. BUT, with many folks incorrectly "de-smogging" > their vehicles, the crankcase builds up more pressure than the poor old > scroll can handle. Sure, remove the smog pump, but don't just plug up the > hose, put a filter on it, and let it breath. If air was moving through it > for the emissions, it STILL needs to move through it, to keep crankcase > pressures from building. > That said, any seller will not tell you to get your block correctly vented, > they will tell you to buy their product, because you NEED IT! > NOW!! > Before the EPA is knocking on your door, threatening you with the Exxon > Valdez sized oil clean up fine, for a puddle under your car. > Our little town was trying to pass an ordinance, to write you a ticket, if > you didn't park your car on concrete. If you were on grass, and IF your car > leaked anything, it "might" get into the groundwater. > Just another way for the POLITICIAN to get their filthy little money > grubbing hands into someones wallet. > Brad > > On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 8:38 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > >> Hi List I've been really busy at school with my robotics club right now >> we >> are tig welding a stainless steel frame for our underwater robot at our >> sister school (we are votech) and the instruction from a pro welder who >> teaches at our night school. Unfortunatly with NJ budget cuts the >> instructor >> and the night welding program along with many other programs will end this >> year so we are in morning. All out adult ed programs have ended and we >> have >> had them for over 40 years so I am very very upset about this but on a >> lighter note: >> >> I came across this interesting product on eBay which sparked a question >> for >> discussion. >> >> The ad is for a fabricated drip pan for Spridgets and it says "the most >> likely cause is oil leaking past the rear main bearing, since there's not >> oil seal there." >> >> I didn't realize our our LBC's didn't have a seal there, can someone >> explain how our LBC's can operate that way? And is it really true? >> >> eBay # 180478707120 >> >> Thanks, >> Linda >> >> >> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-Sprite-MG-Midget-oil-drip-tray-Catch-22_W0QQitemZ180478707120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2a055e85b0 >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage : >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 11:56:02 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:56:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: As far as I know, but if yours doesn't leak, it's because your engine isn't worn out. On Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 12:54 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > So all 1275 engines are designed like that? If so why doesn't mine leak > there (other leaks don't count)....LOL > Lin > > On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 3:32 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > >> They have what is called a scroll seal. There is a spiral, cut into the >> rear of the crank, that, whilst the engine is running, "allegedly" twists >> the oil back into the pan. BUT, with many folks incorrectly "de-smogging" >> their vehicles, the crankcase builds up more pressure than the poor old >> scroll can handle. Sure, remove the smog pump, but don't just plug up the >> hose, put a filter on it, and let it breath. If air was moving through it >> for the emissions, it STILL needs to move through it, to keep crankcase >> pressures from building. >> That said, any seller will not tell you to get your block correctly >> vented, they will tell you to buy their product, because you NEED IT! >> NOW!! >> Before the EPA is knocking on your door, threatening you with the Exxon >> Valdez sized oil clean up fine, for a puddle under your car. >> Our little town was trying to pass an ordinance, to write you a ticket, if >> you didn't park your car on concrete. If you were on grass, and IF your car >> leaked anything, it "might" get into the groundwater. >> Just another way for the POLITICIAN to get their filthy little money >> grubbing hands into someones wallet. >> Brad >> >> On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 8:38 AM, Linda Grunthaner > > wrote: >> >>> Hi List I've been really busy at school with my robotics club right now >>> we >>> are tig welding a stainless steel frame for our underwater robot at our >>> sister school (we are votech) and the instruction from a pro welder who >>> teaches at our night school. Unfortunatly with NJ budget cuts the >>> instructor >>> and the night welding program along with many other programs will end >>> this >>> year so we are in morning. All out adult ed programs have ended and we >>> have >>> had them for over 40 years so I am very very upset about this but on a >>> lighter note: >>> >>> I came across this interesting product on eBay which sparked a question >>> for >>> discussion. >>> >>> The ad is for a fabricated drip pan for Spridgets and it says "the most >>> likely cause is oil leaking past the rear main bearing, since there's not >>> oil seal there." >>> >>> I didn't realize our our LBC's didn't have a seal there, can someone >>> explain how our LBC's can operate that way? And is it really true? >>> >>> eBay # 180478707120 >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Linda >>> >>> >>> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-Sprite-MG-Midget-oil-drip-tray-Catch-22_W0QQitemZ180478707120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2a055e85b0 >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >>> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage : >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> DON JULIO 1942 >> >> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad >> > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 12:00:47 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:00:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Floorpan drains In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Great pictures on that auction, does anyone know who sells the most accurate floor pans and are they all tack or spot welded in? Lin On Mon, Mar 15, 2010 at 2:47 PM, wrote: > Hey Michael! > > > > This ebay Bug-eye that's the current topic has a picture of the splash > guards > for the drain hole! > > > > The Bug-eye is item number 270540852062. > > > > The last picture of the underside shows it quite clearly. > > > > Robert Duquette > Ottawa ON Canada > 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) > 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) > 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) > > > > Does anyone have experience putting drain holes in the floor pans? How > many, > how big, where? Must they have protection from road splash, or is it better > just to let the water slosh in and out? > > > > Today, I finished the last of the metal work on my BE tub - replacing an > inner fender - and I will soon start stripping and painting. I must bring > it > home to the big 240v compressor and work in the yard, which is subject to > salt > spray in storms - not the best environment - so I expect to work in > sections, > stripping, priming, and painting all but the finished top-sides, which I > can > do in a cleaner place with my small 120v compressor. All advice is > gratefully > accepted. > > > > Michael Rowe > > '74 Midget > > '60 Sprint kit > > Long Island, NY > > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 12:06:38 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:06:38 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Finally! In-Reply-To: <4BCFB5AA.2080602@comcast.net> References: <4BCFB5AA.2080602@comcast.net> Message-ID: Frank aren't oil pumps available in the UK? Lin On Wed, Apr 21, 2010 at 10:34 PM, Frank Clarici wrote: > I finally finished the refreshing of my Sprite, it took me 4 months for a > repaint, rebuild the engine, and put new rugs in it. > Last year I did 3 Sprites in 5 months if you count the Holy Sprite which I > did have some help with. And my daughter's Bugeye which was made from 2 > Sprites, literally cut in half and nothing to start with. > But I did finally finish mine, and it fought me all the way. > But now I have a fantastic sound system that I can hear at speed easily > thanks to the guys at the local stereo shop who put a similar system in my > daughter's Bugeye. No more seams along the back which now makes it match the > speedwell nose. Deluxe loop carpet installed by the guys at the local trim > shop and it even has edging where I wanted it. > And except for the low oil pressure, it's perfect in my eye. > The oil pressure was the reason for the rebuild, it was 40 psi, now it's > 20, so when it blows up, I'll do it again but I must find a none asian oil > pump first, I bet the taiwan made oil pump is the reason for my low > pressure. > I did try to put a new clutch in it too but Rivergate Redneck mechanics > sent me the wrong disc so it still has the old clutch in it but it works for > now, I'll change it when the engine blows up. I just hope I can get the > summer out of it before it blows. I mean 20 psi cruising is not good. > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > Lots of Sprites > > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 23 12:55:00 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:55:00 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > So all 1275 engines are designed like that? If so why doesn't mine leak > there (other leaks don't count)....LOL Your crankcase must suck. Actually, scrolls "can" work. Old Fords had them and they didn't leak too badly. Especially after they learned about counter-balancing the crank so they didn't need the 80 pound flywheels. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 23 12:57:37 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:57:37 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Floorpan drains In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > floor pans and are they all tack or spot welded in? They have to be seam welded where they meet the center section. It's not difficult though. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Apr 23 14:28:06 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:28:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0BDAE9F6A3854AC7BBFD8A9721AB388D@spider> And what is the slang term for the Ford crankshaft seal material? ...bill in corvallis ...oregon ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 11:55 AM To: Linda Grunthaner; Brad Fornal Cc: Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] interesting eBay product sparks a technical oil leak question on our Spridgets > So all 1275 engines are designed like that? If so why doesn't mine leak > there (other leaks don't count)....LOL Your crankcase must suck. Actually, scrolls "can" work. Old Fords had them and they didn't leak too badly. Especially after they learned about counter-balancing the crank so they didn't need the 80 pound flywheels. _______________________________________________ From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 23 15:47:54 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:47:54 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR In-Reply-To: <740948.80634.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <943604.37997.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I cannot believe they don't even mention what his half brother was driving. --- On Fri, 4/23/10, Jay wrote: > From: Jay > Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Friday, April 23, 2010, 11:43 AM > Good story and better blog. Read the > comments: > > > http://www.autoweek.com/article/20100423/GRAND_AM/100429919 > > jay > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Fri Apr 23 16:37:21 2010 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo S) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:37:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR In-Reply-To: <943604.37997.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <740948.80634.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <943604.37997.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <003f01cae335$8a9b8420$9fd28c60$@net> Do they ever mention what Tyra Banks sister is wearing??? The point of focus is the "star' leo -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ron Soave Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 4:48 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; Jay Subject: Re: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR I cannot believe they don't even mention what his half brother was driving. --- On Fri, 4/23/10, Jay wrote: > From: Jay > Subject: [Spridgets] French Fries - NO LBC - CRASHCAR > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Friday, April 23, 2010, 11:43 AM Good story and better blog. Read the > comments: > > > http://www.autoweek.com/article/20100423/GRAND_AM/100429919 > > jay > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/60bugeye at cebridge.net From ridleymj at bis.on.ca Fri Apr 23 18:08:06 2010 From: ridleymj at bis.on.ca (Martyn Ridley) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:08:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com> Identical to Lucas part, but as made in India, no casting numbers etc. Cheers, Martyn At 06:47 AM 23/04/2010, Robert E.Shlafer wrote: >By whom and what was the part number (NAPA cat. #, etc.) or Ser. # >on the side of the dist casing?? > > >Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Martyn Ridley >Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 11:26 PM >To: Spridget Chat Group >Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor > >I was told and shown the other day a 'new' Lucas 25D Distributor, >which I was told was made in India from Lucas patterns. Anybody had >an experience with these? There appears to be no markings on the >vacuum advance, any idea what it is set for? > >Cheers, >Martyn >59 Frogeye (More that a litre's a waste!) >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pilotrob at webtv.net > > > > > >__________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus >signature database 5054 (20100423) __________ > >The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. > >http://www.eset.com From pythias at pacifier.com Fri Apr 23 18:39:18 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:39:18 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? Message-ID: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Hello , I've been using a WIX 51348 for a few years. One interchange is a Pennzoil PZ-21, but when I try to do a cross reference, those are not among the ones listed for our cars, SooOOoooo.... What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" "I'm halfway up a mountain," Tom alleged. From pythias at pacifier.com Fri Apr 23 18:42:36 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:42:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor In-Reply-To: <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <1546689998.20100423174236@pacifier.com> Hello Martyn, They probably are NOT identical. They may look the same, but I'd bet that the metal is not of the quality of the original, nor would I personally trust the dimensions to be precise. If I were looking for another dizzy, my first look would be flea markets, followed by EBAY, but since originality is NOT a criterion for ME, a Pertronx or 123 dizzy would be my replacement of choice. my 2" -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" A mouse is an elephant built by the Japanese. From billmasq at hotmail.com Fri Apr 23 19:01:57 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:01:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? In-Reply-To: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: The PZ-21 is the one that I normally use BillM > Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:39:18 -0700 > From: pythias at pacifier.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? > > Hello , > > I've been using a WIX 51348 for a few years. One interchange > is a Pennzoil PZ-21, but when I try to do a cross reference, > those are not among the ones listed for our cars, SooOOoooo.... > > > What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? > > -- > Best regards, > Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com > > '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" > > "I'm halfway up a mountain," Tom alleged. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 19:29:14 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:29:14 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? In-Reply-To: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: I was at a swap meet and bought 3 K&N HP-1002 for cheap. The box cross references to: Fram PH3614 / DG3614 / PH7575 / PH966B Purolator L10028 / L1024 HTH. Brad On Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 7:39 PM, Bill L wrote: > Hello , > > I've been using a WIX 51348 for a few years. One interchange > is a Pennzoil PZ-21, but when I try to do a cross reference, > those are not among the ones listed for our cars, SooOOoooo.... > > > What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? > > -- > Best regards, > Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com > > '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" > > "I'm halfway up a mountain," Tom alleged. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 19:36:50 2010 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 21:36:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? In-Reply-To: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: On Apr 23, 2010, at 8:39 PM, Bill L wrote: > > What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? I use; NAPA GOLD 1348 Napa Gold 1374 Walmart Supertech 3614 (It''s made in the USA and has good reviews) These will also fit; Pennzoil PZ21 Fram PH2825 Fram PH3614 Fram PH3816 Purolator L10241 WIX 51374 Pennske 3614 Delco PF53 Bosch 76161 Napa 1348 Napa 1374 Kevin V. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 23 19:50:03 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:50:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? In-Reply-To: References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: Kev, what's the diff between the NAPA 1348 and 1374? BTW, I use the Supertech filter from Wally World on my wife's MGB. It seems counterintuitive to associate Wally World with quality, but I, also, read that this is a real quality filter private labeled for the redneck warehouse and priced like their usual crap. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Kevin Valentine" Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 8:36 PM To: "Bill L" Cc: Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? On Apr 23, 2010, at 8:39 PM, Bill L wrote: > > What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? I use; NAPA GOLD 1348 Napa Gold 1374 Walmart Supertech 3614 (It''s made in the USA and has good reviews) These will also fit; Pennzoil PZ21 Fram PH2825 Fram PH3614 Fram PH3816 Purolator L10241 WIX 51374 Pennske 3614 Delco PF53 Bosch 76161 Napa 1348 Napa 1374 Kevin V. From richb at u.washington.edu Fri Apr 23 19:56:56 2010 From: richb at u.washington.edu (Richard Ball) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:56:56 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: Bill The WIX 51348 and the NAPA Gold 1348 are the same filter, both produced by WIX. I use the NAPA 1374 on my 1500. Rich Ball '76 Midget Everett, WA ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill L" To: Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 5:39 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter: Survey Says? > Hello , > > I've been using a WIX 51348 for a few years. One interchange > is a Pennzoil PZ-21, but when I try to do a cross reference, > those are not among the ones listed for our cars, SooOOoooo.... > > > What SPIN ON filters are "listers" using? > > -- > Best regards, > Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com > > '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" > > "I'm halfway up a mountain," Tom alleged. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/richb at u.washington.edu From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Fri Apr 23 21:21:22 2010 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:21:22 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter info In-Reply-To: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: http://www.napafilters.com/filterlookup/ This NAPA look-up will give you all kinds of info on oil filters. Kevin V. From peter at nosimport.com Sat Apr 24 07:44:49 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 08:44:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter info In-Reply-To: References: <586595933.20100423173918@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <20100424064413.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> I use Crosland 573 or Unipart GFE443 NOT available at your normal FLAPS Peter C = At 10:21 PM 4/23/2010, Kevin Valentine wrote: >http://www.napafilters.com/filterlookup/ > >This NAPA look-up will give you all kinds of info on oil filters. > >Kevin V. From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Sat Apr 24 10:35:33 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 09:35:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Spin On Oil Filter info Message-ID: <155093.10379.qm@web46409.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> My BE had a WIX 51034 when I bot it last Oct. I'm going to a Mobil 1 #205 when I switch to Mobil 1 oil. Skip J. From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sat Apr 24 11:08:05 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:08:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Can you shoot us some pics of your recent Sprite? Message-ID: Can you shoot us some pics of your recent Sprite? From charlieoc at comcast.net Sat Apr 24 14:47:22 2010 From: charlieoc at comcast.net (Charlie O'Connors) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:47:22 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Crankshaft pulley Message-ID: <008701cae3ef$577c1900$06744b00$@net> Anyone have a used crankshaft pulley for a 1275? Charlie From spritenut at comcast.net Sat Apr 24 15:51:04 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:51:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor In-Reply-To: <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: <4BD367C8.7010101@comcast.net> On 4/23/2010 8:08 PM, Martyn Ridley wrote: > Identical to Lucas part, but as made in India, no casting numbers etc. So RUN. don't walk AWAY from ANYTHING marked Lucas India. If it's like all the other Lucas India parts, it's dead in the box or will fail in 24 hours, less if you use it. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From pythias at pacifier.com Sat Apr 24 16:21:34 2010 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 15:21:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] WANTED: Hood Catch Release for BOX SPRITE Message-ID: <1858681169.20100424152134@pacifier.com> Hello Spridgets, Off all things... the hood release latch lever broke off... luckily (or wisely?) I hold my grill on with Ty-Wraps and it was a simple thing to cut them off, pull the grill and move the lever to open the hood. I can jamb the slot so as to be able to drive the car, but CRAP.. anybody got one laying around before I pay $20 on ebay? -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are after it as when you are in it. From billmasq at hotmail.com Sat Apr 24 16:45:43 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 15:45:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor In-Reply-To: <4BD367C8.7010101@comcast.net> References: , <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com>, <4BD367C8.7010101@comcast.net> Message-ID: I am ASSUMING that the distributor that BillW has on his bugeye is one of the "India" ones- it had a small problem when he came over a couple of weeks ago- one of the flyweights below the breakerplate was a little bit too big and every time that it went around the flyweight hit the housing thereby playing with the timing something horrible! A very little bit of grinding on the flyweight and everything if perfect! BillM > Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:51:04 -0400 > From: spritenut at comcast.net > To: ridleymj at bis.on.ca > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net; pilotrob at webtv.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor > > On 4/23/2010 8:08 PM, Martyn Ridley wrote: > > Identical to Lucas part, but as made in India, no casting numbers etc. > > So RUN. don't walk AWAY from ANYTHING marked Lucas India. > If it's like all the other Lucas India parts, it's dead in the box or > will fail in 24 hours, less if you use it. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > Lots of Sprites > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 From pilotrob at msn.com Sat Apr 24 16:50:55 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 22:50:55 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong Message-ID: Peter C. CB -----Original Message----- From: Bill Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 2:16 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong Are any of the oils available at the local part stores ok to put in Armstrong dampers for average driving? I have never driven or ridden in a Sprite and would like a ride as smooth as possible although I don't think they were known for there smooth ride. I am at the assembly stage of my one year project and thought that was doing pretty good for a guy that works 40 to 50 hours a week but I saw a video of some little girl in England did it in 10 months on a car I wouldn't touch. I have been watching this group since I started the project and have had most of my questions answered with out asking them and the few I asked answered. Thanks for all the help. The off topic makes the group. That's how you get to know the people in the group. From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 24 17:54:16 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:54:16 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BD384A8.2060608@justbrits.com> Should I put a "Poll" up on my site for: Are any of the oils available at the local part stores ok to put in Armstrong dampers for average driving? Even tho I told Bill in a PM and then Cap'n Bob SAID "Peter C." ?!?!? Or will another couple dozen folks tell Bill the same thing [send to PPP] ?!?!?! -:) -:) -:) !!! Ed From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Apr 24 18:27:15 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:27:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: <4BD384A8.2060608@justbrits.com> References: <4BD384A8.2060608@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <9ADB661E50CA428690232FA73B581BCD@spider> Is this a trick question? Hydraulic jack oil. ...bill in corvallis, or ===================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Shop at " Just Brits " Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 4:54 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong Should I put a "Poll" up on my site for: Are any of the oils available at the local part stores ok to put in Armstrong dampers for average driving? Even tho I told Bill in a PM and then Cap'n Bob SAID "Peter C." ?!?!? Or will another couple dozen folks tell Bill the same thing [send to PPP] ?!?!?! -:) -:) -:) !!! Ed _______________________________________________ From lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Sat Apr 24 18:38:08 2010 From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net (lindalnhvt at nhvt.net) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:38:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? Message-ID: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> List, Sorry for the off topic but... Can anyone tell me what "A code" or "K code" refers to regarding mid 60's Mustangs? Or tell me a source to use to find out? (finally getting a garage for my Sprites) Dick B. in NH From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 24 19:21:48 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:21:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] WTB Winner's Circle pan Message-ID: <614127.10318.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> If anyone has a Winner's Circle oil pan for a 1275 that they might want to sell or trade, please contact me off list. Thanks, Ron From soavero at yahoo.com Sat Apr 24 19:24:57 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:24:57 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: <4BD384A8.2060608@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <384213.9130.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/24/10, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > Even tho I told Bill in a PM and then Cap'n Bob SAID > "Peter C." ?!?!? Or will another couple dozen folks > tell Bill the same thing [send to PPP] ?!?!?! > > -:) -:) -:) !!! Can anyone translate the last paragraph? Maybe we can start our own poll as to what it might mean? Ednonymous From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Apr 24 19:43:54 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:43:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Message-ID: Google google. ...bill in corvallis "I know the first obvious thing is the 4 barrel intake, but is there casting numbers on the heads or the block to identify it as a A code? Answer: Enthusiast | Posts: 736 | Joined: 12/07 Posted: 08/29/08 The engine casting codes were the same because the block was the same. The "A" code engine had 10:1 compression and a longer duration cam but retained hydraulic lifters. The compression ratio was altered by the use of dished pistons in the "C" code versus flat top in the "A" code. They used the same heads. The proper numbers for a 4V manifold depending on year are C4OZ-9424-H or C3OZ-9424-C. Back then a lot of "2V" manifolds were replaced with 4 barrel manifolds and you cant tell the differences until you take them apart and look at the pistons and cam. Even then a casual examination wont tell you what you have, but the horsepower difference was about 25 horsepower. " ============================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 5:38 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? List, Sorry for the off topic but... Can anyone tell me what "A code" or "K code" refers to regarding mid 60's Mustangs? Or tell me a source to use to find out? (finally getting a garage for my Sprites) Dick B. in NH _______________________________________________ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Apr 24 19:45:36 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:45:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Message-ID: <3343F9A92B5F4307A29FAE53CEBA8204@spider> K code ...bill in Corvallis http://mustangs.about.com/od/faq/f/faq-kcode.htm ============================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 5:38 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? List, Sorry for the off topic but... Can anyone tell me what "A code" or "K code" refers to regarding mid 60's Mustangs? Or tell me a source to use to find out? (finally getting a garage for my Sprites) Dick B. in NH _______________________________________________ From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 24 20:14:43 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:14:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lucas 25D Distributor In-Reply-To: References: , <201004240008.o3O082mN034953@brantnet.kwic.com>, <4BD367C8.7010101@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BD3A593.2060307@justbrits.com> BillM, etal !!!! << I am ASSUMING that the distributor that BillW has on his bugeye is one of the "India" ones->> When I read the original post ref the 'new' 25D, I wrote my Senior Moss contact asking if he knew of it and/or what knowledge of the product he had. His reply: Yes. [Ed. Note: as to if he had heard of it] But no experience of quality, or what the advance characteristics are. I'd suggest contacting Jeff Schlemmer of Performance Distributors, as he probably has much more experience with this one. Moss won't be carrying it until I get full test reports on it. So BEFORE anybody "blames" Moss REMEMBER above. Ed From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Apr 24 20:16:24 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:16:24 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Message-ID: Ah, the popular K-code Mustang question. Well, the simple answer is the K-Code was a 1965-1967 Mustang that came from the factory with a special 289 High Performance cubic-inch engine beneath its hood. Buyers of the GT Equipment Package could add the K-code to their new ride for an extra $276 back in 1965. The cost to add this engine to new Mustangs without the GT package was $328. The K represented the engine code on the VIN number of these Mustangs. The K-Code engine was first introduced by Ford in 1963, and was featured in cars such as the Fairlane and the Comet. http://www.vintage-mustang.com/topics/decode/decode.html A code is probably 289 4V carb. From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 24 20:17:41 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:17:41 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: <384213.9130.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <384213.9130.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD3A645.8080508@justbrits.com> << Can anyone translate the last paragraph? >> Sure 'Hopper, send ALL of YOUR shox to A**le and let everybody wipe yer butt at all venues/tracks !! POC From dwoerpel at wi.net Sat Apr 24 20:27:08 2010 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:27:08 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Message-ID: <53346.173.111.111.209.1272162428.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Check this site: http://www.vintage-mustang.com/topics/decode/decode.html Scroll down to ENGINE CODES. "A" code refers to 289 cid with a 4 barrel carb. "K" code is the 289 HiPo (high performance) 1965-1967. Dave W. 59 :{) Previously had a 65 Mustang "C" Code > List, > Sorry for the off topic but... > Can anyone tell me what "A code" or "K code" refers to regarding mid 60's > Mustangs? Or tell me a source to use to find out? > > (finally getting a garage for my Sprites) > Dick B. in NH From shop at justbrits.com Sat Apr 24 20:40:28 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:40:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Message-ID: <4BD3AB9C.3040708@justbrits.com> Yer RIGHT, Bill !!! << Google google. ...bill in corvallis>> BUT the first hit on Google for "Mustang K Code" is VERY interesting reading !!!!! And I actually did not know it except for the Shelby connection [later years -:)]!! Ed From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Apr 24 21:04:01 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:04:01 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Mustang code? In-Reply-To: <53346.173.111.111.209.1272162428.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <0d87ccc23a9193df2ae1ba62098de5b5.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> <53346.173.111.111.209.1272162428.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: Yeah, what I said. On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 8:27 PM, wrote: > Check this site: http://www.vintage-mustang.com/topics/decode/decode.html From peter at nosimport.com Sat Apr 24 21:40:49 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 22:40:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201004242040598.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Somebody help me here.... (I might have had a few cocktails) BUT, the original post was a question by Bill and it was sent by Bill to the Bugeyes Yahoo list. Somehow Cap'n Bob replied (as below) but sent it to the Spridgets Autox list. Now, while I greatly appreciate seeing my name on the Autox list (and I assume it is some sort of recommendation (though I suppose it could actually be a call to arms, as it were, for me to respond to Bill)), how is Bill on the Yahoo list supposed to benefit from either my wisdom, or the Cap'n's recommendation? Sorry, I get very parenthetical when I drink. Peter C (BTW, I did respond to Bill on the Bugeye Yahoo list) == At 05:50 PM 4/24/2010, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: >Peter C. > >CB > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Bill >Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 2:16 PM >To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com >Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong > >Are any of the oils available at the local part stores ok to put in Armstrong >dampers for average driving? I have never driven or ridden in a Sprite and >would like a ride as smooth as possible although I don't think they were known >for there smooth ride. > >I am at the assembly stage of my one year project and thought that was doing >pretty good for a guy that works 40 to 50 hours a week but I saw a video of >some little girl in England did it in 10 months on a car I wouldn't touch. > >I have been watching this group since I started the project and have had most >of my questions answered with out asking them and the few I asked answered. >Thanks for all the help. The off topic makes the group. That's how you get to >know the people in the group. From soavero at yahoo.com Sun Apr 25 08:07:31 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 07:07:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: <201004242040598.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <742925.62166.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sat, 4/24/10, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Sorry, I get very parenthetical when I drink. > Peter C That's the least of it. Ron From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Sun Apr 25 12:04:12 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:04:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Message-ID: <404166.56510.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Yo British Xpert's, As you can tell i decided to try the Weber 40 on the 1275cc motor to see how i like it. I went to a Weber boot camp yesterday. - 8 hours - you remove, clean all parts. Replace the gaskets, washers and other parts you may have been missing or lost. You can even bead blast your manifold - I did a few other parts i happen to have in the car. I will say it was a great crash course - Your mentally and physically drained the last hour. I feel like the guy who could put together a gun blind folded. Only with me it would be the Weber Carburetor. ( Well - Kind DA any way. ) So mine is all clean and Pretty now. I just need the gasket so i can give it a try. I am looking for a Gasket that goes between the intake manifold and Weber 40 Carburetor. The place i was at only had the Weber parts. All manifolds are not the same The one that i am replacing has the following.: The first side has - Warneford - Then the Borg Warner logo under it. The other side has - REG. DESIGN 70882 N0 70885 I have looked on line and do not seem to be able to find it. I searched by name and numbers - no luck. I did find a 866 number for a place that sells Weber Carburetors i will try Monday. I did not see the gasket for the Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold listed in there catalog. So i figured i would give the on line Xperts a go..... Some one usually comes up with a source for most requests. TIA Vigil Your So Cal Pal From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Apr 25 12:44:10 2010 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:44:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: <404166.56510.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <404166.56510.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <41392121AEF54405BFC570EFA37406BC@RickPC> Simplest solution is to buy some gasket material and cut your own. Piece 'o cake. Rick ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "spridgets" Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. > > > Yo British Xpert's, > > As you can tell i decided to try the Weber 40 on the 1275cc motor ..... From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 25 14:55:27 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 16:55:27 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Message-ID: <5a2e5.8308b5a.3906063f@aol.com> It doesn't use a gasket it uses a soft mounting of which you have a choice of types. Give APT a call or visit their website _www.aptfast.com_ (http://www.aptfast.com) Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 25/04/2010 19:32:25 GMT Daylight Time, uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com writes: I am looking for a Gasket that goes between the intake manifold and Weber 40 Carburetor. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Sun Apr 25 14:59:53 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:59:53 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Armstrong In-Reply-To: <742925.62166.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <201004242040598.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <742925.62166.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: On Sat, 4/24/10, Peter Caldwell wrote: Sorry, I get very parenthetical when I drink. Peter C On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 8:07 AM, Ron Soave wrote: That's the least of it. Ron Yeah, thank goodness that he hasn't started up with the dangling participles and past pluperfects yet! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Sun Apr 25 15:04:10 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:04:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: <41392121AEF54405BFC570EFA37406BC@RickPC> Message-ID: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> It has two big rubber seals on the gasket. I do not think it can be made - at least by me. Thanks for the suggestion, Vigil --- On Sun, 4/25/10, Rick Fisk wrote: From: Rick Fisk Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. To: "spridgets" Date: Sunday, April 25, 2010, 11:44 AM Simplest solution is to buy some gasket material and cut your own. Piece 'o cake. Rick ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "spridgets" Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. > > > Yo British Xpert's, > > As you can tell i decided to try the Weber 40 on the 1275cc motor ..... Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Apr 25 15:10:00 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:10:00 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications Message-ID: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Has anyone modified a pedal box (late type) or pedal box position so as to move the pedal position foward relative to the driver? Moving the pedals foward to the driver would allow the seat to go further back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. So, anybody done this and how, preferably with photos (to me not the list). Thanks Weslake-Monza 1330 From spritenut at comcast.net Sun Apr 25 15:18:08 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:18:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Can you shoot us some pics of your recent Sprite? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BD4B190.4000203@comcast.net> On 4/24/2010 1:08 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > Can you shoot us some pics of your recent Sprite? http://s445.photobucket.com/albums/qq179/spritenut/ -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From spritenut at comcast.net Sun Apr 25 15:22:57 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:22:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD4B2B1.7060309@comcast.net> On 4/25/2010 5:04 PM, uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com wrote: > > It has two big rubber seals on the gasket. > > I do not think it can be made - at least by me. Basic O rings from any hardware store. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Apr 25 15:27:00 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:27:00 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Message-ID: > would allow the seat to go further > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. You don't normally have it all the way back? From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Apr 25 15:27:33 2010 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:27:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Well that's different then - you want a soft mount, not a gasket. :-) Pierce manifolds has them for $20. http://www.piercemanifolds.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=soft+mount&Search.x=24&Search.y=4 Rick ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "spridgets" Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 5:04 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. > > It has two big rubber seals on the gasket. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Apr 25 15:59:17 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:59:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: <4BD4B2B1.7060309@comcast.net> References: <394989.10600.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <4BD4B2B1.7060309@comcast.net> Message-ID: Get the O-rings that are resistant to gasoline; there are other types. ...bill in corvallis, or ============================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:23 PM To: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Cc: spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. On 4/25/2010 5:04 PM, uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com wrote: > > It has two big rubber seals on the gasket. > > I do not think it can be made - at least by me. Basic O rings from any hardware store. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites _______________________________________________ From bkitterer at me.com Sun Apr 25 16:19:26 2010 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 15:19:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> References: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Message-ID: <52F4C6AC-641F-4229-BCE1-DDD1136A3FD3@me.com> My bugeye is fitted with the later (67) pedal box. In looking at the only photos that I have with me the forward edge of the pedal box flange is against the wheel well spot welded seam. As I recall that was as far forward as I could get the pedal box - - which is mounted on an adapter plate. Do not remember the details of the inside of the pedal box so no comment on any possibilities there. Bob Kitterer 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage 2000 Miata Special Edition - in storage On Apr 25, 2010, at 2:10 PM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > Has anyone modified a pedal box (late type) or pedal box position so as to > move the pedal position foward relative to the driver? > > Moving the pedals foward to the driver would allow the seat to go further > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. > > So, anybody done this and how, preferably with photos (to me not the list). > > Thanks > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Apr 25 17:19:41 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 16:19:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Baby Steps Message-ID: <291913.21675.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com> For those of you following along on the Nasty Boy build, I'm back at it. (Traditionalists avert your eyes!) Did some pedal box mods today. Check out the link following my sig. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Sun Apr 25 19:06:43 2010 From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net (lindalnhvt at nhvt.net) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 21:06:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Mustang codes Message-ID: <9f7ec1d5d43c1cd08e8677f20d333b51.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net> Thank you to those who replied with the Mustang code information. Dick B. in NH From davriker at nwi.net Sun Apr 25 19:51:02 2010 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:51:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. References: <404166.56510.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I see many list members recommending the soft mount kit, but without supporting information. At high RPM's the engine harmonics vibrate the DCOE style Weber in such a way that the fuel in the float bowl floods the carburetor. This occurs most often in racing applications. The soft mount includes a special gasket with rubber o-rings, and special spring steel washers, and nyloc nuts. This is all fine and dandy for race applications, where you check the spring washers after each race, as they like to break, and check the o-rings for proper sealing (vibration+heat+gasoline is not an o-ring's friend). YMMV, but in my personal experience, the soft mount kit lasted about one month, or 1000 miles. I switched to a standard gasket made out of standard gasket material over 20 years ago and have never ever had a problem on my street motor with the carburetor flooding, and have not had to deal with the constant headache of vacuum leaks caused by broken spring washers and failed o-rings. http://tinyurl.com/2b3bx8t sells the correct kit if you want to go that way. David Riker ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "spridgets" Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 11:04 AM Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. > > I am looking for a Gasket that goes between the intake manifold and Weber > 40 > Carburetor. > The place i was at only had the Weber parts. All manifolds are not the > same > > The one that i am replacing has the following.: > > The first side has - Warneford - Then the Borg Warner logo under it. > > The other side has - REG. DESIGN > 70882 > N0 70885 > > I have looked on line and do not seem to be able to find it. > I searched by name and numbers - no luck. > > I did find a 866 number for a place that sells Weber Carburetors i will > try > Monday. > I did not see the gasket for the Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold listed in > there catalog. > > So i figured i would give the on line Xperts a go..... > Some one usually comes up with a source for most requests. > > TIA > > Vigil > Your So Cal Pal > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/davriker at nwi.net > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.814 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2833 - Release Date: 04/24/10 11:31:00 [demime found a multipart/alternative section which it tried to parse but could not find any section which it could render. Please send plain text.] From soavero at yahoo.com Sun Apr 25 20:32:24 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 19:32:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <867944.33048.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Sun, 4/25/10, David Riker wrote: > The soft mount....is all fine and dandy for race applications, where you > check the spring I didn't want to say anything, but I ran a Weber DCOE from 2003 to 2008 on my vintage race car. I ditched the soft mount almost immediately for a field made gasket because of repeated failures and had no problems thereafter. It's on one of my street cars where it needs to be used more. Ron From spritenut at comcast.net Sun Apr 25 20:38:31 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:38:31 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. In-Reply-To: References: <404166.56510.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD4FCA7.40508@comcast.net> On 4/25/2010 9:51 PM, David Riker wrote: > > I switched to a standard gasket made out of standard gasket material over 20 > years ago and have never ever had a problem on my street motor with the > carburetor flooding, I also had the soft mount set up, no difference and i too went back to just gaskets with no troubles. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Mon Apr 26 09:16:45 2010 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:16:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> References: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Message-ID: Isn't there some performance tuning book out there that details the use of thick soled shoes for people with short legs and long arms. ;) ...all in fun. On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 5:10 PM, wrote: > Has anyone modified a pedal box (late type) or pedal box position so as to > move the pedal position foward relative to the driver? > > Moving the pedals foward to the driver would allow the seat to go further > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. > > So, anybody done this and how, preferably with photos (to me not the > list). > > Thanks > > Weslake-Monza 1330 From peter at nosimport.com Mon Apr 26 09:40:14 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:40:14 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: References: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Message-ID: <201004260840136.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> ... or put a dished steering wheel on backwards? ED -- At 10:16 AM 4/26/2010, Trevor Jessie wrote: >Isn't there some performance tuning book out there that details the use of >thick soled shoes for people with short legs and long arms. ;) > >...all in fun. > >On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 5:10 PM, wrote: > > > Has anyone modified a pedal box (late type) or pedal box position so as to > > move the pedal position foward relative to the driver? > > > > Moving the pedals foward to the driver would allow the seat to go further > > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. > > > > So, anybody done this and how, preferably with photos (to me not the > > list). > > > > Thanks > > > > Weslake-Monza 1330 >_______________________________________________ From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Apr 26 09:47:43 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:47:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <201004260840136.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> <201004260840136.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: >> Isn't there some performance tuning book out there that details the use of >> thick soled shoes for people with short legs and long arms. ;) > ... or put a dished steering wheel on backwards? Well you could always bolt some blocks to the pedals, but it wouldn't exactly "add lightness". David L From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 26 10:43:43 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:43:43 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications Message-ID: <1af93.94d1422.39071cbf@aol.com> It's a racing seat and while it can go an inch further back my foot reach will then be an inch too short. In a message dated 25/04/2010 22:27:03 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: > would allow the seat to go further > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. You don't normally have it all the way back? From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 26 10:47:27 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:47:27 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Message-ID: <1b4ab.2d45b561.39071d9f@aol.com> Chinese soft mount kit? I don't know how long mine last but I figure at least 7-10 years. I use the rubbers and cups rather than the thackrey washers. In a message dated 26/04/2010 02:55:50 GMT Daylight Time, davriker at nwi.net writes: YMMV, but in my personal experience, the soft mount kit lasted about one month, or 1000 miles. From neilandcustom at gmail.com Mon Apr 26 11:31:44 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:31:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <1af93.94d1422.39071cbf@aol.com> References: <1af93.94d1422.39071cbf@aol.com> Message-ID: <002301cae566$5cfba120$16f2e360$@com> I guess we'll have to put you on "the rack" to make your legs longer. Instead of trying to move the pedal box, cutting sheet metal, filling new holes, extending hydraulic lines etc, I would take out the pedals and modify the arms. You can make pedal extensions that go directly on the pedal pads or figure out how to add a piece of bar stock to extend the lower portion of the arm where the pad attaches. This would be a cut and weld process, but much quicker than trying to move the whole box. You'll have to figure out something similar for the accelerator pedal. Not necessarily easy, but doable. Neil Anderson -----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, April 26, 2010 11:44 AM To: billyzoom at billyzoom.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications It's a racing seat and while it can go an inch further back my foot reach will then be an inch too short. In a message dated 25/04/2010 22:27:03 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: > would allow the seat to go further > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. You don't normally have it all the way back? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/neilandcustom at gmail.com From pilotrob at webtv.net Mon Apr 26 13:19:22 2010 From: pilotrob at webtv.net (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:19:22 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Message-ID: Same on my 45DCOE, Vigil.....10+years. Of course, those were years without "gasohol" and/or ethanol additives. Whether this might make a difference in breakup of the rubber seal or not...."I am not knowing". Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) -----Original Message----- From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 12:47 PM To: davriker at nwi.net, uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Chinese soft mount kit? I don't know how long mine last but I figure at least 7-10 years. I use the rubbers and cups rather than the thackrey washers. In a message dated 26/04/2010 02:55:50 GMT Daylight Time, davriker at nwi.net writes: YMMV, but in my personal experience, the soft mount kit lasted about one month, or 1000 miles. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pilotrob at webtv.net From lbc at littlebitcountry.com Mon Apr 26 13:52:43 2010 From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:52:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie Message-ID: <201004261952.o3QJqqcu006505@mail.usimperio.com> http://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/1710274968.html From jfishbein at snet.net Mon Apr 26 14:10:00 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:10:00 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie In-Reply-To: <201004261952.o3QJqqcu006505@mail.usimperio.com> Message-ID: <373109.86475.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> To quote an old guitar friend of mine "Now if a six.....turned out to be nine...." I could see where a 4 was mistaken for a 9, but I am posting a response regarding a phrase that has been used in car ads for the last few years: "Garaged since I've owned it." That could mean "Garaged since I dug it out of the ground?" "Garaged since I decided i was time to replace all the rotted metal?" "Garaged since I decided leaving it outside without a top year round was a bad thing?" I'm just asking. jay --- On Mon, 4/26/10, Dave Yealy wrote: From: Dave Yealy Subject: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Monday, April 26, 2010, 3:52 PM http://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/1710274968.html From ridleymj at bis.on.ca Mon Apr 26 14:30:57 2010 From: ridleymj at bis.on.ca (Martyn Ridley) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:30:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie In-Reply-To: <201004261952.o3QJqqcu006505@mail.usimperio.com> References: <201004261952.o3QJqqcu006505@mail.usimperio.com> Message-ID: <201004262030.o3QKUnmN092601@brantnet.kwic.com> More likely a five (5) could be a six (6), a Square masquerading as a Frog - just don't kiss it. Cheers, Martyn 59 Frogeye 'More than a litre's a waste' At 03:52 PM 26/04/2010, Dave Yealy wrote: >http://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/1710274968.html >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ridleymj at bis.on.ca > > > >__________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus >signature database 5063 (20100426) __________ > >The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. > >http://www.eset.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Apr 26 14:37:13 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:37:13 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications Message-ID: <2d031.4bada212.39075379@aol.com> Well I have thought about modifying the clutch and brake pedal and I do have 1 if not 2 or modified accelerator pedals of different lengths (currently I'm using the shortest one). The whole pedal box doesn't need to move, only the pivot point and that's what I'm most inclined to do. There are a couple of ways to do this and I'm not bothered about how much work this will take so long as the final result is exactly what I want. Ideally I'd like a Marcos pedal box which was always fully adjustable forward and back. To give you and idea of how much time and work I'm prepared to go to I've attached a picture of my current 4 clock dash and my old 2 clock dash - a lot of work but looks perfect. However, I wanted to know if anyone had already done this before and how they did it. From what I can tell no-one has ever bothered before and no-one even seems to have experimented with non-standard accelerator pedal lengths before either. regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 26/04/2010 18:31:41 GMT Daylight Time, neilandcustom at gmail.com writes: I guess we'll have to put you on "the rack" to make your legs longer. Instead of trying to move the pedal box, cutting sheet metal, filling new holes, extending hydraulic lines etc, I would take out the pedals and modify the arms. You can make pedal extensions that go directly on the pedal pads or figure out how to add a piece of bar stock to extend the lower portion of the arm where the pad attaches. This would be a cut and weld process, but much quicker than trying to move the whole box. You'll have to figure out something similar for the accelerator pedal. [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Dash 9.jpg] From grday at btinternet.com Mon Apr 26 14:41:21 2010 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:41:21 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications References: <3bf58.11fa0137.390609a8@aol.com> Message-ID: No, it advocates placing blocks on the pedals. :-) ----- Original Message ----- To: "Spridgets" Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 4:16 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications > Isn't there some performance tuning book out there that details the use of > thick soled shoes for people with short legs and long arms. ;) > > ...all in fun. > >>----- Origin of Original Message ----- >>To: "Spridgets" >> Has anyone modified a pedal box (late type) or pedal box position so as to >> move the pedal position foward relative to the driver? >> >> Moving the pedals foward to the driver would allow the seat to go further >> back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. >> >> So, anybody done this and how, preferably with photos (to me not the >> list). >> >> Thanks From colin at spriteparts.com.au Mon Apr 26 14:57:50 2010 From: colin at spriteparts.com.au (Colin Dodds) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:57:50 +1000 Subject: [Spridgets] Weber 40 Carburetor to manifold gasket. Message-ID: <028301cae583$236af8d0$0200000a@Workstation1> G'day all I don't know why some of you guys are having problems with soft mount kits. I've used them on road and race engines for 30 years and never a failure. One of my race cars has had the same two sets on it (8-port cross-flow) for 8 years with no drama. There are a couple of different vairieties of soft mount kit, and perhaps that's part of the problem. One kit has two seperate nylon supports, one for each throat, with loose O-rings fitted to grooves in the nylon. Those kits are to be avoided. Yes, the O-rings break and the carby sucks air. Much better are one piece fibrous plates with O-rings moulded in place. The O-rings are better supported, better protected, and will last "forever". As said above, in 30 years of using them, I've never had one failure. avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Mon Apr 26 15:10:31 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:10:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: David, I run a 45 on a stock compression 1275. I kind of wish I had gone with a 40 as I hear that the 45 is more for a racing application and that it only has a benefit at higher RPM's? In other words for a stock engine like mine. . I would have been wiser to go with a 40 (better match for my 1275)? I actually am running an Japanese OER which is the equivalent of the DCOE 45. . takes the same jets and emulsion tubes as the Weber but has an accel adjustment and an adjustable float bowl height to remove any supposed flat spots that might be found in a Weber when hard cornering. Not sure if if is even necessary compared to the Weber. . but I mention it anyway. I will say that I love the performance I am getting from my carb. . but I wonder if the 40 would have been a better match? I may sell the carb on eBay and bump down to a 40. . not sure. . Thanks, Kirk 59 1275 From stargazer1 at cox.net Mon Apr 26 15:17:54 2010 From: stargazer1 at cox.net (David Ambrose) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:17:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Help w/ Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild Message-ID: <4BD60302.2070209@cox.net> I'm rebuilding the master cylinder from our 1970 Midget. I've removed the return spring with no problem, and removed the snap ring that's supposed to retain the internal component. My problem is that I cannot get the nylon retainer, or its associated seal to move. Even pulling doesn't help. I suspect the nylon has cold-flowed and locked itself into the cylinder. Does anyone have any tricks for removing these things? Are they included in the rebuild kit? If they are, I can just drill the existing one out. Thanks, Dave Ambrose From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Mon Apr 26 15:27:01 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:27:01 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie In-Reply-To: <201004262030.o3QKUnmN092601@brantnet.kwic.com> References: <201004261952.o3QJqqcu006505@mail.usimperio.com>, <201004262030.o3QKUnmN092601@brantnet.kwic.com> Message-ID: Or maybe it's not a bugeye at all and it's really a 100. ;) Robert Duquette Ottawa ON Canada 1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project ) 1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple ) 1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen ) > Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:30:57 -0400 > To: Spridgets at autox.team.net > From: ridleymj at bis.on.ca > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Now here is an oldie > > More likely a five (5) could be a six (6), a Square masquerading as > a Frog - just don't kiss it. > > Cheers, > Martyn > 59 Frogeye > 'More than a litre's a waste' > At 03:52 PM 26/04/2010, Dave Yealy wrote: > >http://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/1710274968.html > >_______________________________________________ > > > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > >Suggested annual donation $12.75 > >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > >Unsubscribe/Manage: > >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ridleymj at bis.on.ca > > > > > > > >__________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus > >signature database 5063 (20100426) __________ > > > >The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. > > > >http://www.eset.com > _______________________________________________ From spritenut at comcast.net Mon Apr 26 16:22:16 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:22:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Help w/ Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild In-Reply-To: <4BD60302.2070209@cox.net> References: <4BD60302.2070209@cox.net> Message-ID: <4BD61218.8060904@comcast.net> On 4/26/2010 5:17 PM, David Ambrose wrote: > Does anyone have any tricks for removing these things? Are they included > in the rebuild kit? If they are, I can just drill the existing one out. I have put a screw into the nylon and used it to pull it out. When that doesn't work, melt the sucker out of there with a propane torch. It is included with the kit. And there is another snap ring way down inside the bore behind the nylon bushing. Fancy needle nose pliers, choice words, a lick and a pray are all needed to get that ring out. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From billmasq at hotmail.com Mon Apr 26 16:35:50 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:35:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <1af93.94d1422.39071cbf@aol.com> References: <1af93.94d1422.39071cbf@aol.com> Message-ID: It would be really easy to weld up the holes that the peddles swing from (in the peddle box) and redrill then 1/4" closer to the driver, that would move the peddles almost 2" closer to the driver. BillM > From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:43:43 -0400 > To: billyzoom at billyzoom.com; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications > > It's a racing seat and while it can go an inch further back my foot reach > will then be an inch too short. > > In a message dated 25/04/2010 22:27:03 GMT Daylight Time, > billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: > > > would allow the seat to go further > > back and thereby allow a straighter arm position. > You don't normally have it all the way back? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 From stargazer1 at cox.net Mon Apr 26 17:43:10 2010 From: stargazer1 at cox.net (David Ambrose) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:43:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Help w/ Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild In-Reply-To: <4BD61218.8060904@comcast.net> References: <4BD60302.2070209@cox.net> <4BD61218.8060904@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BD6250E.4020509@cox.net> On 4/26/2010 3:22 PM, Frank Clarici wrote: > On 4/26/2010 5:17 PM, David Ambrose wrote: > >> Does anyone have any tricks for removing these things? Are they included >> in the rebuild kit? If they are, I can just drill the existing one out. > > I have put a screw into the nylon and used it to pull it out. > When that doesn't work, melt the sucker out of there with a propane > torch. > It is included with the kit. Cool. I put a sheet metal screw in it and levered it out. > And there is another snap ring way down inside the bore behind the > nylon bushing. Fancy needle nose pliers, choice words, a lick and a > pray are all needed to get that ring out. Snap ring pliers did that trick in a couple of minutes. Looks like I'm set. Thanks, Frank. Best Regards, Dave Ambrose From jessmd1 at comcast.net Mon Apr 26 17:56:29 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:56:29 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] engine rebuild Message-ID: <553ACE2B-4E3E-49D5-BED6-F70F5EC573F1@comcast.net> I am considering having the 1275cc engine in a '59 bugeye rebuilt.What would be a fair price to rebuild it if I remove it from the car and bring it to the shop.Does anyone know of a good person or shop in Alabama for rebuilding these engines?I live in Huntsville,Alabama. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Apr 26 18:27:57 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:27:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I also have a DCOE 40, that will eventually end up on the 1275. I have heard that even a 40 is even a bit more than a stock 1275 can handle. As you experiment, I would like to know if you end up choking it down to a 38. Thanks, Brad On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 4:10 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > David, > > I run a 45 on a stock compression 1275. I kind of wish I had gone with a > 40 > as I hear that the 45 is more for a racing application and that it only has > a benefit at higher RPM's? In other words for a stock engine like mine. . > I would have been wiser to go with a 40 (better match for my 1275)? > > > I actually am running an Japanese OER which is the equivalent of the DCOE > 45. . takes the same jets and emulsion tubes as the Weber but has an accel > adjustment and an adjustable float bowl height to remove any supposed flat > spots that might be found in a Weber when hard cornering. Not sure if if > is > even necessary compared to the Weber. . but I mention it anyway. > > I will say that I love the performance I am getting from my carb. . but I > wonder if the 40 would have been a better match? > > I may sell the carb on eBay and bump down to a 40. . not sure. . > > Thanks, > > Kirk > 59 1275 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From pilotrob at msn.com Tue Apr 27 05:28:27 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:28:27 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: confirmation Letter from KIA. Message-ID: CB makes a gift to some lucky lister!! What a guy, eh!? :):) CB -----Original Message----- From: info at update.org Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 6:05 AM To: info at lottery.org Subject: confirmation Letter from KIA. Attention: Lucky Winner, confirmation Approval #: KIASOULXX72/2010. We are happy to announce that you are one of our Lucky Ten (10) Star Prize Winner in this year edition of the KIA MOTORS END OF YEAR 2010 LOTTERY PROMOTION, This makes you a proud owner a KIA's brand new 2010 Soul Car and a cash sum of 550,000.00 Great British Pounds Sterling. ************************************************* Contact: Mrs. Nicole Johnson Email: kiaclaimsofficedept at yahoo.com.hk Call Tel No.: +447035957831 ************************************************* Provide Her with your Full Name:( )Tel:( )Sex:( )Age( ) Marital Status:( )Occupation:( )Country:( )City:( ) Alternative E-mail:( ) and Approval # (KIASOULXX72/2010). **Note: Forward All replies, Concerning your claims should be sent to kiaclaimsofficedept at yahoo.com.hk From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Tue Apr 27 06:49:24 2010 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:49:24 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Help w/ Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild In-Reply-To: <4BD6250E.4020509@cox.net> Message-ID: <1078995935.14502941272372564942.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> I haven't done a master for several years, but when I did, I took a cheap pair of needle nose pliers and ground them down on my grinder to extra slim, with a little groove in the end so they would fit inside the cylinder and squeeze that deep snap ring.B B Now I have a dedicated tool for that job, should it ever arise again. --David C. Two silk worms had a race. They ended up in a tie.. ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Ambrose" Cc: "Spridgets List" Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 7:43:10 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Help w/ Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild On 4/26/2010 3:22 PM, Frank Clarici wrote: > On 4/26/2010 5:17 PM, David Ambrose wrote: > >> Does anyone have any tricks for removing these things? Are they included >> in the rebuild kit? If they are, I can just drill the existing one out. > > I have put a screw into the nylon and used it to pull it out. > When that doesn't work, melt the sucker out of there with a propane > torch. > It is included with the kit. Cool. I put a sheet metal screw in it and levered it out. > And there is another snap ring way down inside the bore behind the > nylon bushing. Fancy needle nose pliers, choice words, a lick and a > pray are all needed to get that ring out. Snap ring pliers did that trick in a couple of minutes. Looks like I'm set. Thanks, Frank. Best Regards, Dave Ambrose Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From fastvee at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 07:02:59 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:02:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Hi Brad, You wouldn't want anything bigger than 36mm chokes on your 1275 unless you were going to race. Maybe even 34mm chokes. John Fogelsville, PA --- On Mon, 4/26/10, Brad Fornal wrote: I also have a DCOE 40, that will eventually end up on the 1275. I have heard that even a 40 is even a bit more than a stock 1275 can handle. As you experiment, I would like to know if you end up choking it down to a 38. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 07:57:53 2010 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:57:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I am assuming that they don't make a 34mm or 36mm DCOE? On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 8:02 AM, fastvee wrote: > Hi Brad, > You wouldn't want anything bigger than 36mm chokes on your 1275 unless you > were going to race. Maybe even 34mm chokes. > John > Fogelsville, PA > > > --- On *Mon, 4/26/10, Brad Fornal * wrote: > > I also have a DCOE 40, that will eventually end up on the 1275. I have > heard > that even a 40 is even a bit more than a stock 1275 can handle. As you > experiment, I would like to know if you end up choking it down to a 38. > > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From derf247 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 08:04:09 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:04:09 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: References: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: 40 an 45 are the ID of the carb body holes. You can put various sized "chokes" or venturis in them. I was never pleased with DCOE performance on the street. It seems when they do run good the mileage is absolutely terrible. I consider them a race only option. I really prefer single SU HIF on a streetable 1275. From hgmiller3 at qwest.net Tue Apr 27 09:13:49 2010 From: hgmiller3 at qwest.net (Herbert Miller) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:13:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: References: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <03ec01cae61c$3ec681f0$bc5385d0$@net> To add further Derf DCOE's were commonly made in sizes: 38 40 42 45 48. I think they also made a 50mm. As you state, various chocks are available for each size. Des Hammill states: Choke sizes "readily available" are as follows: 40mm carb 28 30 32 34 mm chokes 45mm carb 34 36 38 40 mm chokes 48mm carb 36 38 40 42 43 mm chokes More difficult to obtain are chokes for 42mm carbs and chokes in 1mm increments. For example: 42mm carb 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 mm chokes. Hammill further recommends a 36mm choke for a single DCOE on a 1275 motor. You can archive this with a 42mm or a 45mm carb. However you would be at the high end with a 42mm carb, and in the middle of the range for a 45mm carb. It is generally considered best to use the middle of the range for a particular carb. 36mm (=1.42 inch) on a mild 1275 seems a little big to me considering Hammill recommends a 36mm for a MGB with 1800cc's. I agree with Derf, as to the advantages of the SU 44 HIF. I am currently running one on my mild 1275 Bugeye. Very user friendly. One screw for idle, one screw for mixture. No balancing. However I do have a 42 DCOE that I want to fool with. Think I would start with 34mm chokes (= 1.34 inch)to save low end and see if I run out of top end. As to street use of a DCOE, I used a 45 on my MGB for several years and really liked it. More power. You are probably right about mileage, I never checked. Herb Miller -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of derf Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 9:04 AM To: Brad Fornal Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? 40 an 45 are the ID of the carb body holes. You can put various sized "chokes" or venturis in them. I was never pleased with DCOE performance on the street. It seems when they do run good the mileage is absolutely terrible. I consider them a race only option. I really prefer single SU HIF on a streetable 1275. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/hgmiller3 at qwest.net From jfishbein at snet.net Tue Apr 27 09:52:10 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:52:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: confirmation Letter from KIA. In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <635277.18949.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> It is unnecessary to forward Spam/Junk email through the Spridget List. Or is this to let us know that msn.com doesn't employ effective Junk Email filters? jay --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: From: Robert E. Shlafer From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 27 10:56:54 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:56:54 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: <2e7f.47d64b6b.39087156@aol.com> John, That's not correct. In my extensive dyno experience my road going 1275 has 40 chokes in a 45 and this is the perfect size. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 14:09:13 GMT Daylight Time, fastvee at yahoo.com writes: Hi Brad, You wouldn't want anything bigger than 36mm chokes on your 1275 unless you were going to race. Maybe even 34mm chokes. John Fogelsville, PA From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 27 11:01:35 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:01:35 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE alternative sizes Re: DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: <33eb.4ebb4dff.3908726f@aol.com> 42mm DCOE is rare and usually found in pairs on TRs. I think there is supposed to be 38 DCOE. Weslake Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 15:49:10 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: I am assuming that they don't make a 34mm or 36mm DCOE? From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 27 11:03:41 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:03:41 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: <366b.2cfbe037.390872ed@aol.com> Brad, I think you heard wrong! Most people simply never bother to set up a DCOE to run properly and it gets a reputation for being a race only carb. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 01:28:26 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: I have heard that even a 40 is even a bit more than a stock 1275 can handle. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 27 11:09:43 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:09:43 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications Message-ID: <3d6d.329a55a.39087457@aol.com> On the late box it looks like the triangular piece would have to be cut off and then welded in a position nearer to the driver than it sat before. How does this 1/4 inch of movement of the pivot move the pedals 2"? I want to get this throught through before I start cutting and welding my spare pedal box. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 26/04/2010 23:35:52 GMT Daylight Time, billmasq at hotmail.com writes: It would be really easy to weld up the holes that the peddles swing from (in the peddle box) and redrill then 1/4" closer to the driver, that would move the peddles almost 2" closer to the driver. BillM From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 11:35:59 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:35:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <884829.20438.qm@web38905.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Group, Here is my story and i am sticking to it. I am not claiming to be an expert mind you. I did take a 8 hours crash course on the Weber. The Weber can be set to any variable you want. Meaning you can set them up for mileage if that is what you want. Most people do it for performance. This is where the mileage goes down. You can change the configuration to as high as 52mm depending on your skills. One of the people in the course was building two of them to run on the street. He had a hopped up VW with custom motor putting out way to much HP. The other factor is most people tend to drive the car harder after installing a Weber. Stop light racing and curvy road racing - looking for the acceleration & a rush. The instructor was a child hood friend so i got a Free 8 hours class. How do pass on that? I had a Weber 40 DCOE & manifold i got from a friend on the board a few years ago. So i figured why not give it a try - i still have the SU's to go back to if i do not like it. The great thing is my friend offered to help me set it up if i run into any problems. I talked to Bill at Min Comp - He told me he did not think Webers were good for the street. He has very few customers that are happy after installing them on there cars. He also considered them a race only option. Him being n expert agrees with you Derf. I will let you all know how things work out - it may be summer before i swap. I just got some Stainless Steel for my car - Now i am in the process of policing it. I thought i would never find the parts - Some one had them is a pile in the snow. So i will post on that subject on a different email - I have all my window frames to do - When i do the swap i am hoping to paint the car. Then my quest will be finding some real paint - not the water colors sold in California. Thank You all for the responses on the part i needed. It was great help. I have one one the way. Vigil So Cal 1960 Morris Minor Tourer 1275 - rib cage - 3:90 rear --- On Tue, 4/27/10, derf wrote: From: derf Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? To: "Brad Fornal" Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 7:04 AM 40 an 45 are the ID of the carb body holes. You can put various sized "chokes" or venturis in them. I was never pleased with DCOE performance on the street. It seems when they do run good the mileage is absolutely terrible. I consider them a race only option. I really prefer single SU HIF on a streetable 1275. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 11:56:52 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:56:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Stainless Steel policing Message-ID: <779752.34850.qm@web38904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Group, I found some Stainless Steel window frames for my 1960 Morris Tourer They are rusty and dull.I need to remove the rust and police. Any one know of a good process - i have a motor - not sure what wheel to buy. Or the other policing goodies or tricks. Any one ever gone through this before? They were found in a pile with 2 inches of snow over them - still not that bad i am told. I will not know until next week when my friend drops them off. I figured i would never hear of another set - till i bought these of course...lol I am thinking it is better to ask before i went at them with any cleaners or abrasives. TIA, Vigil So Cal From fastvee at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 12:12:42 2010 From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:12:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <2e7f.47d64b6b.39087156@aol.com> Message-ID: <438705.83473.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I know that different size choke tubes can be made to work in the same carb body with different jetting combinations, but many 1275 race engines use smaller venturis than that, so I am surprised. Our definition of road going must be vastly different, and your choice would not be the best choice for my street driving. I drive fast, but for me road going means 2000-5000 rpm, with much more time under 4500 than above it, and where mixture quality and smooth transition from idling to the main circuit trumps the last bit of airflow any day. I would be interested to see your dyno sheets. John Fogelsville, PA --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? To: fastvee at yahoo.com, tequila.brad at gmail.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 12:56 PM John, That's not correct. In my extensive dyno experience my road going 1275 has 40 chokes in a 45 and this is the perfect size. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 14:09:13 GMT Daylight Time, fastvee at yahoo.com writes: Hi Brad, You wouldn't want anything bigger than 36mm chokes on your 1275 unless you were going to race. Maybe even 34mm chokes. John Fogelsville, PA From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Tue Apr 27 13:08:38 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:08:38 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> In a message dated 27/04/2010 20:03:38 GMT Daylight Time, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com writes: Hi John, Jetting data from dyno testing on its way to you 'For Your Eyes Only' (I'm ex military!). I'm not certain if some UK A-series racers use a 48 DCO (48 DCOE is obsolete) with 42mm chokes. If you can find a 48 DCOE it can be choked down to 40mm. One very respected UK racer had done some machining work so he could get 42mm chokes into a DCOE 45. What I don't see much of is the use of Full Radius rams which make a big difference on how the DOCE pulls from low rpm. I also don't see many CV exhaust systems on road cars. I drive slower than I used to. The current engine is particularly strong from 5000 to 5500 rpm which on 3.9 diff and a five speed is 100 - to about 112mph. If I'm driving at 4000rpm which is about 80mph in 5th and need to change to the outside lane to over take I EXPECT to accelerate to 4,500 rpm and 90mph pretty much straightaway and without changing down to 4th. The engine will pull smoothly from about 2000 rpm in 4th (on a 3.9 diff) even if the throttle is floored and I think I showed Frank this when he was in the UK though it may have been slightly higher rpm (2300?) as that engine was near the end of its life (though managed to haul the car to 105mph+ the week before I pulled it to fit the new engine). With a controlled vortex manifold from Janspeed and Full Radius rams on any Spridget with a DCOE, and especially a street car you'd soon be on the phone ordering some bigger rams as the engine would pull like a train but feel asthmatic going through 6000rpm. In early days of ownership my Sprite had a 4.5 diff and a 4 speed so 110mph was 7,500rpm and seen on a regular basis on weekends. I was much younger then. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 19:43:34 GMT Daylight Time, fastvee at yahoo.com writes: I know that different size choke tubes can be made to work in the same carb body with different jetting combinations, but many 1275 race engines use smaller venturis than that, so I am surprised. Our definition of road going must be vastly different, and your choice would not be the best choice for my street driving. I drive fast, but for me road going means 2000-5000 rpm, with much more time under 4500 than above it, and where mixture quality and smooth transition from idling to the main circuit trumps the last bit of airflow any day. I would be interested to see your dyno sheets. John Fogelsville, PA From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 13:17:29 2010 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:17:29 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Polishing Stainless In-Reply-To: <779752.34850.qm@web38904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <779752.34850.qm@web38904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <794886.28405.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Vigil, I've never polished those pieces (my car is later and does not have them), but have polished the occassional stainless motorcycle bits at a friend's garage. He uses one of the white cloth wheels mounted on his grinder. On that white wheel, you put jewelers rouge - there are probably other polishing compounds too - but this is what I've used on his wheel. If you can you dis-assemble so you're dealing with the metal pieces alone, you are probably better off. I'm sure others from the list will chime in and say what they've done on these specific pieces to help you out. BTW - I have a friend with a body shop who has a really cool polishing kit he got from Eastwood. It has a whole series of wheels of varying softness that allow him to make stainless look like high-quality chrome. He chucks them into an air tool and achieves amazing results. I think it was a pretty pricey kit, though. A bit much for my occassional needs. David Booker '71 Midget Long Island From kgb at frontiernet.net Tue Apr 27 13:30:31 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:30:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Stainless Steel policing In-Reply-To: <779752.34850.qm@web38904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <779752.34850.qm@web38904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD73B57.3050301@frontiernet.net> I have had good luck with Brasso on mildly rusted bumpers. Kate uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com wrote: > > > Group, > > I found some Stainless Steel window frames for my 1960 Morris Tourer > They are rusty and dull.I need to remove the rust and police. > Any one know of a good process - i have a motor - not sure what wheel to buy. > Or the other policing goodies or tricks. Any one ever gone through this > before? > They were found in a pile with 2 inches of snow over them - still not that bad > i am told. > I will not know until next week when my friend drops them off. > I figured i would never hear of another set - till i bought these of > course...lol > I am thinking it is better to ask before i went at them with any cleaners or > abrasives. > > TIA, > > Vigil > So Cal > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 13:54:54 2010 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:54:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: A 45 on a stock compression 1275 might be akin to an 850 double pumper on a stock Chevy small block? With that said, I am happy with my performance. . yet I do think it is over carbed. . my guess on it anyway. Kirk On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 5:27 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > I also have a DCOE 40, that will eventually end up on the 1275. I have > heard that even a 40 is even a bit more than a stock 1275 can handle. As you > experiment, I would like to know if you end up choking it down to a 38. > > Thanks, > Brad > > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 4:10 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > >> David, >> >> I run a 45 on a stock compression 1275. I kind of wish I had gone with a >> 40 >> as I hear that the 45 is more for a racing application and that it only >> has >> a benefit at higher RPM's? In other words for a stock engine like mine. . >> I would have been wiser to go with a 40 (better match for my 1275)? >> >> >> I actually am running an Japanese OER which is the equivalent of the DCOE >> 45. . takes the same jets and emulsion tubes as the Weber but has an >> accel >> adjustment and an adjustable float bowl height to remove any supposed flat >> spots that might be found in a Weber when hard cornering. Not sure if if >> is >> even necessary compared to the Weber. . but I mention it anyway. >> >> I will say that I love the performance I am getting from my carb. . but I >> wonder if the 40 would have been a better match? >> >> I may sell the carb on eBay and bump down to a 40. . not sure. . >> >> Thanks, >> >> Kirk >> 59 1275 >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage : >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From colin at spriteparts.com.au Tue Apr 27 14:24:02 2010 From: colin at spriteparts.com.au (Colin Dodds) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:24:02 +1000 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45 Message-ID: <046601cae647$94e3e430$0200000a@Workstation1> G'day all I thought I might join in on the discussion. I have two books that list various makes and models of cars, and what size DCOE carby (and internals) to use on them. One book is by Warneford, I forget who wrote the other and since it's 5.58am I'm not bothering to go to the workshop to take a look. In the Sprite/Midget section, both books list 40DCOE for standard 948cc engine, and 45DCOE for everything else. "Everything else" means: mildly modified or highly modified 948cc; standard,mildly or highly modified 1098cc; ditto 1275cc. Internals such as chokes, secondary venturies, jets, emulsion tubes etc are different of course for different capacity engines with different modifications. Both books were written following extensive dyno-testing of the engines concerned, with the aim of optimal performance. Our own testing of both road and race engines confirms the results. Each engine is different, and we don't always use exactly what the books recommend, but they're always close. We usually end up with 34mm chokes on standard 1275cc road motors, 36mm if power output is 100 to 120 bhp, and 38 over 120 bhp. A 40 DCOE simply doesn't flow enough air over 4,000 rpm to give the power that a 1275cc engine is capable of producing. You need to burn petrol and air to produce power. There's a mathematical formula that will tell you how much power you can potentially produce by burning a certain volume of fuel and air mixed at the correct ratio. I'm not going to dig it up cos it's too complicated, but what it does demonstrate is that a 40 DCOE at 5000 will not flow enough air to produce the power that the engine is rated at. Don't forget that 1200cc Alfa Romeo engines use two 40 DCOEs. OK, so I know we're not all after max power, but also economy and drivability. I couldn't agree more with Brad: Most people do it for performance. This is where the mileage goes down. The other factor is most people tend to drive the car harder after installing a Weber. Stop light racing and curvy road racing - looking for the acceleration & a rush. and Weslake-Monza: Most people simply never bother to set up a DCOE to run properly and it gets a reputation for being a race only carb. I've swapped twin SUs for a Weber on a lot of customers' cars. Did they want better economy than the SUs? No, that's not what they asked for. They wanted better performance and less tuning hassles. Not one has told me they're unhappy with their decision. Some I don't hear from at all, but most phone me to tell me how pleased they are with the decision. My own Sprite, when I bought it, had an HIF44 SU fitted, and I loved it. I don't drive the car fast, but I do a fair amount of touring in it so fuel economy is important to me. I could have fitted a Weber, but didn't as it would have been counter-productive. But if was acceleration and speed I was after, the car would have a 45DCOE on it. avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au From pilotrob at msn.com Tue Apr 27 15:01:58 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:01:58 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: 52mm chokes on a 45DCOE for a even a well tuned street 1275-1380?? Whoa, whoa!! :) CB From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 15:34:44 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:34:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <438705.83473.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <662337.414.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> John, Who do you think you are, Daniel Stapleton? Eastpond1330 --- On Tue, 4/27/10, fastvee wrote: > From: fastvee > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? > To: tequila.brad at gmail.com, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 1:12 PM > I know that different size choke > tubes can be made to work in the same carb > body with different jetting combinations, but many 1275 > race engines use > smaller venturis than that, so I am > surprised. Our definition of road going > must be vastly different, and your choice would not be the > best choice for my > street driving. I drive fast, but for me road going means > 2000-5000 rpm, with > much more time under 4500 than above it, and where mixture > quality and smooth > transition from idling to the main circuit trumps the last > bit of airflow any > day. I would be interested to see your dyno sheets. > John > Fogelsville, PA > > --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > > wrote: > > From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? > To: fastvee at yahoo.com, > tequila.brad at gmail.com > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 12:56 PM > > > > > > > John, > > That's not correct. In my extensive dyno experience > my road > going > 1275 has 40 chokes in a 45 and this is the perfect size. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 27/04/2010 14:09:13 GMT Daylight Time, > fastvee at yahoo.com > > writes: > Hi > Brad, > You wouldn't want anything bigger than 36mm chokes on your > 1275 > unless you > were going to race. Maybe even 34mm chokes. > John > Fogelsville, PA > > > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 15:37:08 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:37:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> Message-ID: <678109.22031.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > What I don't see much of is the use of Full Radius rams > which make a big > difference on how the DOCE pulls from low rpm. I also I have a set that were in a book once. They really do make a huge difference. In fact, my Weber has been acting "peaky" since I re-installed it, and this thread made me remember i need to re-install the FR ram stacks. Ron From billmasq at hotmail.com Tue Apr 27 16:19:32 2010 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:19:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications In-Reply-To: <3d6d.329a55a.39087457@aol.com> References: <3d6d.329a55a.39087457@aol.com> Message-ID: The length ratio on the peddles is about 8 to 1 about the pivot shaft-it you move the pivot 1/4" then the peddles would move 8 times as much (2"") From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:09:43 -0400 Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Pedal box modifications To: billmasq at hotmail.com; billyzoom at billyzoom.com; spridgets at autox.team.net On the late box it looks like the triangular piece would have to be cut off and then welded in a position nearer to the driver than it sat before. How does this 1/4 inch of movement of the pivot move the pedals 2"? I want to get this throught through before I start cutting and welding my spare pedal box. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 26/04/2010 23:35:52 GMT Daylight Time, billmasq at hotmail.com writes: It would be really easy to weld up the holes that the peddles swing from (in the peddle box) and redrill then 1/4" closer to the driver, that would move the peddles almost 2" closer to the driver. BillM _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 16:42:58 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:42:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track Message-ID: Let's all pitch in and buy a track!!! http://blog.roadandtrack.com/tags/reno-fernley-raceway/ -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 18:21:37 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:21:37 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 4:42 PM, WFO Herb wrote: Let's all pitch in and buy a track!!! Put me down for $100. That will get me in if I ever get out there, won't it? -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Apr 27 18:57:21 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:57:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Polishing Stainless In-Reply-To: <794886.28405.qm@web36804.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Start with a sisal wheel, then a spiral sewn wheel, then a buffing wheel. Use white compound, or start with grey if it's really scratched. Finish with rouge. Use a fast motor if you have one. Get some Kevlar gloves so that you'll only burn your arms. Take your jacket off before the wheel does. If you only have a 1725 rpm grinder motor, expect two stainless strips to require at least one six-pack. It's slow work. BZ From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Apr 27 18:59:03 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:59:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> Message-ID: > What I don't see much of is the use of Full Radius rams Maybe because they're hard to find? From kgb at frontiernet.net Tue Apr 27 19:02:39 2010 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (Kathryn Bales) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:02:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BD7892F.3050206@frontiernet.net> Great idea! Crash & I can manage it. Kate WFO Herb wrote: > Let's all pitch in and buy a track!!! > > http://blog.roadandtrack.com/tags/reno-fernley-raceway/ From millerls at ado13.com Tue Apr 27 19:10:23 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:10:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially late in the season. I have seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The wind blows pretty much all the time, not just in the later part of the year. One time there were Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the 4 legged kind. Not much in the town either. I think maybe only one respectable motel and restaurant. The best part is that the track is close to Reno. From dwramsey at att.net Tue Apr 27 19:27:48 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:27:48 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20100428012703.4C6131878AB@autox.team.net> I'd be willing to check it out if anybody is interested. Personally I hope it closes because then we locals can use it for free. Crash -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of WFO Herb Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 3:43 PM To: Spridgeteers Subject: [Spridgets] Track Let's all pitch in and buy a track!!! http://blog.roadandtrack.com/tags/reno-fernley-raceway/ From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 19:30:10 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:30:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Here's a thought....Imagine this. A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are "cross-driver", right?!? Thoughts??? Just my thoughts, Herb On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:10 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially late in the season. I have > seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The wind blows pretty much all > the time, not just in the later part of the year. One time there were > Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the 4 legged kind. Not much in > the town either. I think maybe only one respectable motel and restaurant. > The best part is that the track is close to Reno. > > > > -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Apr 27 19:31:27 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:31:27 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <4bd78f25.8553f10a.318e.ffffd97bSMTPIN_ADDED@mx.google.com> References: <4bd78f25.8553f10a.318e.ffffd97bSMTPIN_ADDED@mx.google.com> Message-ID: Always an opportunist in the crowd! Great thinking, Crash. Herb On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:27 PM, David Ramsey wrote: > I'd be willing to check it out if anybody is interested. Personally I hope > it closes because then we locals can use it for free. > Crash > > To: Spridgeteers > Subject: [Spridgets] Track > > Let's all pitch in and buy a track!!! > > http://blog.roadandtrack.com/tags/reno-fernley-raceway/ > > > -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From jfishbein at snet.net Tue Apr 27 19:34:49 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:34:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <883831.12205.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> That was done in North Carolina. jay --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WFO Herb wrote: Here's a thought....Imagine this. A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are "cross-driver", right?!? Thoughts??? Just my thoughts, Herb On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:10 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially late in the season. I have > seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The wind blows pretty much all > the time, not just in the later part of the year. One time there were > Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the 4 legged kind. Not much in > the town either. I think maybe only one respectable motel and restaurant. > The best part is that the track is close to Reno. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Apr 27 19:37:15 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:37:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <6C11DC0485DD4521BBE070EA87F8DB66@spider> Sound like land speculation to me. ...bill in Corvallis, or ======================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of WFO Herb Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 6:30 PM To: Larry & Sandi Miller Cc: Spridgeteers Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track Here's a thought....Imagine this. A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are "cross-driver", right?!? Thoughts??? Just my thoughts, Herb From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 20:06:34 2010 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:06:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Track Message-ID: <300815.3006.qm@web46413.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I'm creating derivatives for this real estate project. You can buy or short them. Goldman Skips From spritenut at comcast.net Tue Apr 27 20:13:37 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:13:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In-Reply-To: <03ec01cae61c$3ec681f0$bc5385d0$@net> References: <528573.81958.qm@web34401.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <03ec01cae61c$3ec681f0$bc5385d0$@net> Message-ID: <4BD799D1.3080100@comcast.net> I ran a 45 DCOE for years, it was the most noticeable seat of the pants improvement (at the time) that I ever made. Fast, yes, but 25 mpg on a good day on the interstate was it's best gas mileage. On the trip to Missouri 2 years ago and gas at $4 a gallon, I put the SUs back on. That and the optional cruise control brought my gas mileage up to 42 on the interstate. Even now just cruising locally, I am getting 35 mpg and I can still go fast with well tuned SUs. I just finished the old Sprite and I did put on a set of race preped SUs that I acquired in a box of parts, It seems snappier now but I have not done any gas mileage check since I barely have 100 miles on it since the refresh. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From spritenut at comcast.net Tue Apr 27 20:49:21 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:49:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <883831.12205.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <883831.12205.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD7A231.9020602@comcast.net> On 4/27/2010 9:34 PM, Jay wrote: > That was done in North Carolina. How did that place work out? I read about it back in the day but havn't heard how it turned out in the end. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From jfishbein at snet.net Tue Apr 27 20:51:55 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:51:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget Value Guide Message-ID: <593054.21784.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Does anyone know where I can get a copy of the Spridget Value Guide that this seller, and others on ebay are using: http://tinyurl.com/25kpxue Just curious. jay From shop at justbrits.com Tue Apr 27 21:26:46 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:26:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <300815.3006.qm@web46413.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <300815.3006.qm@web46413.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BD7AAF6.7070402@justbrits.com> Yo Goldman !!!! THANK you for writing !!! << I'm creating derivatives for this real estate project. You can buy or short them. Goldman Skips >> I've got ONE penny I can invest. Can you make me a billionaire [trillionaire preferred] by June 1, 2010 ?!? November 1st, 2010 at the worst [planning a fantastic birthday present for myself - er, with my bride]. Appreciate your kind assistance in this matter and look forward to both of our successes !!!! Sir Satan PS: Please keep me [us] advised of any other fantastic .........prospects you may come across !!! From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Apr 27 22:06:19 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:06:19 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <774891.72652.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> My best friend from high school became a lawyer, helped put away Bernie Madoff, bought a Ferrari 430 last year, and joined this place, which is supposed to be amazing: www.sportscaradvisors.com/lifestyle-events/monticello-motor-club-mmc-opening- day --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WFO Herb wrote: > From: WFO Herb > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track > To: "Larry & Sandi Miller" > Cc: "Spridgeteers" > Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 8:30 PM > Here's a thought....Imagine this. > > A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 > acres > (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track > and build > houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal > community work shop > for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, > etc, etc. > > Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up > with. May even > find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car > guy. > > We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of > us are > "cross-driver", right?!? > > Thoughts??? > > Just my thoughts, > > Herb > > On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:10 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller > wrote: > > > Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially late > in the season. I have > > seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The wind > blows pretty much all > > the time, not just in the later part of the year. One > time there were > > Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the 4 > legged kind. Not much in > > the town either. I think maybe only one respectable > motel and restaurant. > > The best part is that the track is close to Reno. > > > > > > > > > > > -- > Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this > email: If you > forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING > HISTORY, which > includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and > others who may not > wish to have their email addresses sent all over the > world! Erasing the > history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and > viruses from being > propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. > > No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though > numerous > electrons were horribly inconvenienced. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From pilotrob at msn.com Tue Apr 27 22:24:25 2010 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:24:25 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: Of course, always best to dyno however, I ran "45"'s on stock, mildly tuned and my Vizardized 1340 pulling 90HP (dyno) at the rear wheels. Your calibrations are definitley in the ball park for your state of tune and the plugs should tell the tale. If it looks a bit weak at the top with your foot really in it over time (if you "normally" drive it this way) a 50 pump jet might be in the cards. Sounds about right though. :) CB -----Original Message----- From: Carl Prufer Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 7:55 PM To: bugeye at yahoogroups.com Cc: Brad Fornal, derf, spridgets at autox.team.net, Midget/Sprite Subject: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Would any of you who are running a 45DCOE care to share how they set up? .... and what kind of results you've had? My 1275 with a "fast road cam" has 36 mm chokes, 150 main jets, 175 air corr's, and 45 pump jets. Not even sure how I arrived at this configuration, but it idles fine, doesn't stumble at start off, and pulls pretty well. Carl '59 BE Medford, OR On Apr 27, 2010, at 9:01 PM, Robert E. Shlafer wrote: > 52mm chokes on a 45DCOE for a even a well tuned street 1275-1380?? > Whoa, whoa!! :) > > CB > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: bugeye-digest at yahoogroups.com bugeye-fullfeatured at yahoogroups.com <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ From edwd at ti.com Wed Apr 28 09:08:06 2010 From: edwd at ti.com (Fisher, Ed) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:08:06 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] stainless polishing Message-ID: I too use buffer wheels with various rouges for polishing; cuts work time significantly and will buff to a luster with minimal practice. However, when polishing aluminum and I would imagine that stainless would behave similarly, which cannot be detached and taken to a wheel I have found a product that was nothing short of amazing. I was skeptical at first when a friend told me of his experience, it sounded too good to be true, but it was a trusted friend so what the heck I ordered some. It is "Miracle Metal Polish" (google it) and it comes in a pretty nondescript bottle. The casings on my 1984 Kawasaki had dulled and I had tried darned near everything, including dremel polishing tools with rouge. The Miracle Metal Polish worked amazingly, and not only that seems to have left some sort of barrier film on the metal which has slowed the oxidation, or at least that is how it seems. It takes a little elbow grease, but I don't see anyone on this list that is afraid of that...BTW, no financial interest whatsoever. Ed Fisher Dallas, Tx From redmidget72 at yahoo.com Wed Apr 28 09:37:44 2010 From: redmidget72 at yahoo.com (Red Midget) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:37:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] stainless polishing In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <507983.61653.qm@web51902.mail.re2.yahoo.com> OK guys and gals try this to clean your aluminum, chrome, and stainless. It will clean it really well but won't protect the metal. To protect it just use some good ole turtle wax paste. Take about 5-6 tablespoonfulls of baking soda, mix it in about 16-20 ounces of water, shake it up, and BINGO! - instant metal polish. Just wipe it on, let it dry, and wipe it off. For more stubborn dirt and stains use 000 steel wool. And as they always say "Test in an inconspicious spot first" --- On Wed, 4/28/10, Fisher, Ed wrote: From: Fisher, Ed Subject: [Spridgets] stainless polishing To: "spridgets at autox.team.net" Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 10:08 AM I too use buffer wheels with various rouges for polishing; cuts work time significantly and will buff to a luster with minimal practice. However, when polishing aluminum and I would imagine that stainless would behave similarly, which cannot be detached and taken to a wheel I have found a product that was nothing short of amazing. I was skeptical at first when a friend told me of his experience, it sounded too good to be true, but it was a trusted friend so what the heck I ordered some. It is "Miracle Metal Polish" (google it) and it comes in a pretty nondescript bottle. The casings on my 1984 Kawasaki had dulled and I had tried darned near everything, including dremel polishing tools with rouge. The Miracle Metal Polish worked amazingly, and not only that seems to have left some sort of barrier film on the metal which has slowed the oxidation, or at least that is how it seems. It takes a little elbow grease, but I don't see anyone on this list that is afraid of that...BTW, no financial interest whatsoever. Ed Fisher Dallas, Tx Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/redmidget72 at yahoo.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Apr 28 10:30:31 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:30:31 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? Message-ID: <2c5a0.2567e5e.3909bca7@aol.com> Well the Sprite book they are featured in lists one if not 2 suppliers one of which was in the USA but at the current exchange rates does it matter for you guys? TWM induction in the USA and ITG in the UK and pipercross if you want 2nd best. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 28/04/2010 01:59:06 GMT Daylight Time, billyzoom at billyzoom.com writes: Maybe because they're hard to find? From dwgwater at hotmail.com Wed Apr 28 12:51:15 2010 From: dwgwater at hotmail.com (David Groundwater) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:51:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <883831.12205.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: , <883831.12205.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: http://www.drivefastbesafe.com/ Initiation Fee $35,000 Annual Dues $4,000 Maybe next year....... Dave > Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:34:49 -0700 > From: jfishbein at snet.net > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track > > That was done in North Carolina. > > jay > > --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WFO Herb wrote: > Here's a thought....Imagine this. > > A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres > (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build > houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop > for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. > > Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even > find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. > > We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are > "cross-driver", right?!? > > Thoughts??? > > Just my thoughts, > > Herb > > On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:10 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller > wrote: > > > Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially late in the season. I have > > seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The wind blows pretty much all > > the time, not just in the later part of the year. One time there were > > Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the 4 legged kind. Not much in > > the town either. I think maybe only one respectable motel and restaurant. > > The best part is that the track is close to Reno. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dwgwater at hotmail.com > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 From peter at nosimport.com Wed Apr 28 13:23:58 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:23:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201004281223390.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> At 08:30 PM 4/27/2010, WFO Herb wrote: >Here's a thought....Imagine this. Or this.... A group of racers, and their loyal "mechanic" buddies, sometimes spill oil, brake fluid, spray copious amounts of brake cleaner, and maybe some body fluids in the haste to make the next race...... ... and the new buyers have to clean it up. Just sayin' Peter C - >A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres >(?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build >houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop >for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. > >Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even >find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. > >We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are >"cross-driver", right?!? > >Thoughts??? > >Just my thoughts, > >Herb From spritenut at comcast.net Wed Apr 28 16:09:01 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:09:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pieces Message-ID: <4BD8B1FD.70202@comcast.net> I just received an email from the girl who bought PIECES 4 years ago. She will have it at Britfest with a forsale sign on it. So if anybody is interested in a round wheel arch Midget with a Bugeye front end and right hand drive, let me know. I know what she paid, maybe she is selling it for less, maybe more but if anybody wants a second chance at a great Sprite, let me know. Or see it in person Saturday at Britfest. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From froggi60 at gmail.com Wed Apr 28 17:03:52 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:03:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <201004281223390.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201004281223390.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: All too likely. Prior to buying, would require a Level 2 DEA assessment to ensure the property to be 'clean'. On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 12:23 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > At 08:30 PM 4/27/2010, WFO Herb wrote: > >> Here's a thought....Imagine this. >> > > Or this.... A group of racers, and their loyal "mechanic" buddies, > sometimes spill oil, brake fluid, spray copious amounts of brake cleaner, > and maybe some body fluids in the haste to make the next race...... > > ... and the new buyers have to clean it up. > > Just sayin' > > Peter C > > - > > > A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this 512 acres >> (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the track and build >> houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal community work shop >> for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, etc, etc, etc. >> >> Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we come up with. May even >> find private money willing to be involved; a fellow car guy. >> >> We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of us are >> "cross-driver", right?!? >> >> Thoughts??? >> >> Just my thoughts, >> >> Herb >> > > -- Here is an Important Message for anyone who receives this email: If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE DELETE THE FORWARDING HISTORY, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated! IT ALSO PROTECTS YOU. No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From jessmd1 at comcast.net Wed Apr 28 19:05:00 2010 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:05:00 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in Huntsville,Alabama. From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Apr 28 19:19:22 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:19:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <384045.83650.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I had the record there for fastest British car there for over a year. Then they held the 2nd race. Boring track, though. We'll be racing there in July either way. --- On Wed, 4/28/10, David Groundwater wrote: > From: David Groundwater > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 1:51 PM > http://www.drivefastbesafe.com/ > > > Initiation Fee $35,000 > Annual Dues $4,000 > > > > Maybe next year....... > > > > > > Dave > > > > > > Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:34:49 -0700 > > From: jfishbein at snet.net > > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track > > > > That was done in North Carolina. > > > > jay > > > > --- On Tue, 4/27/10, WFO Herb > wrote: > > Here's a thought....Imagine this. > > > > A group of 'car guys' (and gals of course) buy this > 512 acres > > (?), subdivide various areas or portions around the > track and build > > houses....all with fantastic garages. Erect the ideal > community work shop > > for the residents, couple of pools, clubs, air strip, > etc, etc, etc. > > > > Let's put this "dream" world on paper, see what we > come up with. May even > > find private money willing to be involved; a fellow > car guy. > > > > We could share the idea with other car lists. Most of > us are > > "cross-driver", right?!? > > > > Thoughts??? > > > > Just my thoughts, > > > > Herb > > > > On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:10 PM, Larry & Sandi > Miller > > wrote: > > > > > Fernley is a pretty miserable place, especially > late in the season. I > have > > > seen rain, snow and high winds on race day. The > wind blows pretty much > all > > > the time, not just in the later part of the year. > One time there were > > > Mustangs on the track during a vintage race, the > 4 legged kind. Not much > in > > > the town either. I think maybe only one > respectable motel and restaurant. > > > The best part is that the track is close to > Reno. > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dwgwater at hotmail.com > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple > calendars with > Hotmail. > http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 > 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Wed Apr 28 20:15:15 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:15:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> Message-ID: I know a good drummer. Will that help? > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > Huntsville,Alabama. From dwramsey at att.net Wed Apr 28 20:28:03 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:28:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <201004281223390.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <20100429022714.5467018767A@autox.team.net> This is not Kalifornia. When Larry said they were racing with Mustangs it was not true, the track is private property so they were feral horses, you see in Nevada they only become Mustangs protected by federal law when they are on BLM property, 90% of the state, and otherwise they are fair game. Why would we care about a little oil spill when half the state glows in the dark already. Crash >Here's a thought....Imagine this. Or this.... A group of racers, and their loyal "mechanic" buddies, sometimes spill oil, brake fluid, spray copious amounts of brake cleaner, and maybe some body fluids in the haste to make the next race...... ... and the new buyers have to clean it up. Just sayin' Peter C - From shop at justbrits.com Wed Apr 28 20:57:57 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:57:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <20100429022714.5467018767A@autox.team.net> References: <20100429022714.5467018767A@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <4BD8F5B5.4050603@justbrits.com> << This is not Kalifornia. >> Thank GOD, Crash !!!! ONE of 'em is MORE than enough !!!! Moi From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Wed Apr 28 21:47:30 2010 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 21:47:30 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: References: <201004281223390.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 5:03 PM, WFO Herb wrote: All too likely. Prior to buying, would require a Level 2 DEA assessment to ensure the property to be 'clean'. Why, is one of the Mexican cartels using the property to cook meth? Maybe the EPA??? Enquiring minds... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 00:06:35 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:06:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <384045.83650.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <384045.83650.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: A "records'" a record my friend! More than most (of us) can boast. Herb On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 6:19 PM, Ron Soave wrote: > I had the record there for fastest British car there for over a year. Then > they held the 2nd race. > > Boring track, though. We'll be racing there in July > either way. > > --- From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 00:17:22 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:17:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> References: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> Message-ID: I know everything there is to know about all the missiles at Redstone Arsenal, those the US Army used that is. Don't guess that helps you however. Herb No trees were harmed in the creation of this email, though numerous electrons were horribly inconvenienced. From cbking at alum.rpi.edu Thu Apr 29 07:07:32 2010 From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 06:07:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track Message-ID: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> That white stuff on the ground last winter wasn't snow... Chris King http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/ <-----Original Message-----> From: CosmicMag1380 [cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com] Sent: 4/28/2010 11:47:30 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Track On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 5:03 PM, WFO Herb wrote: All too likely. Prior to buying, would require a Level 2 DEA assessment to ensure the property to be 'clean'. Why, is one of the Mexican cartels using the property to cook meth? Maybe the EPA??? Enquiring minds... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard... 1969 Midget - just a shell of its former self _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cbking at alum.rpi.edu . From robertduquette at sympatico.ca Thu Apr 29 07:11:26 2010 From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:11:26 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: References: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net>, Message-ID: Can't hurt!( Groucho ) RDI had a mechanic reply to me that way once and I burst out laughing. > I know a good drummer. Will that help? > > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > > Huntsville,Alabama. > _______________________________________________ From jfishbein at snet.net Thu Apr 29 07:57:06 2010 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 06:57:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> If there is no one in your immediate area with experience building A-series engines, you could consider one of the national suppliers that offers rebuilding services such as Seven Enterprises or Mini Mania. They are expensive but if their claims are true, you get a basically new engine done with the expertise of someone familiar with engines. example: http://www.7ent.com/page.cfm?pageid=87 You would obviously need to contact them regarding building an inline unit, but would be surprised if they would not do such a job. The only way around the cost would be to do the project yourself or have someone with experience assist and direct you. I have no financial interest in the above suggestion and no personal experience with their engine building services. The only person I could personally recommend would be Peter Genovese from West park, NY (845) 384-6073, also outside of your area. You could call him to discuss a rebuild and find out if Pete would crate the motor and ship it to you. Whatever direction you go, good luck..... jay fishbein wallingford, ct 63 Pink Sprite 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder 65 Innocenti S Spyder --- Someone wrote: > > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > > Huntsville,Alabama. From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 08:13:27 2010 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:13:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> References: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> Message-ID: <3100CB10-B468-48C6-875C-F3C5AA16BF4D@gmail.com> On Apr 28, 2010, at 9:05 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > Huntsville,Alabama. Jess, Is there a vocational/technical school near you? If so, stop in and ask if they have night courses in engine rebuilding. Or, (if they teach engine rebuilding as a daily course) will they make your rebuild a class project. You could also check with your local garages and (privately owned) part stores to see where they take their machine shop work. Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa From eap2140 at yahoo.com Thu Apr 29 08:14:05 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 07:14:05 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> References: <0E359829-2621-4B5B-8C23-043513B56FC9@comcast.net> Message-ID: <460297.81600.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Maybe you are close enough to Hap Waldrop's shop. He is one of the best.... http://www.acmespeedshop.com/ Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wed, April 28, 2010 6:05:00 PM Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in Huntsville,Alabama. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Apr 29 08:20:31 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 07:20:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <460297.81600.qm@web33708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <449386.17375.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> He must have gotten a lot better. --- On Thu, 4/29/10, Edward Perez wrote: > Maybe you are close enough to Hap > Waldrop's shop. He is one of the best.... > > http://www.acmespeedshop.com/ > > Edward Perez From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Apr 29 11:14:58 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:14:58 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <5618b.41d9f53e.390b1892@aol.com> If it was my engine I'd be interested in finding a reputable rebuilding of 1275 engines irrespective of where they are geographically. The difference between a bad and good or bad and average is likely to be more than an expensive or long tripto collect it. Next you need to know if there is something particularly bad with you engine such that it needs expert machining rather than just a 'regular' rebuild. Finally, does your budget extend to any very nice to haves like a full dynamic balance or some lightening work on the crank and rods. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 29/04/2010 15:13:51 GMT Daylight Time, kevinv1275 at gmail.com writes: Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > Huntsville,Alabama. From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Thu Apr 29 12:04:45 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:04:45 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <683694.73701.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Bill At Min Comp used to build The Mini Mania motors. Bill is in Costa Mesa California (949) 650-3058 - He does great motor work - Price depends on what you want done. Vigil So Cal --- On Thu, 4/29/10, Jay wrote: From: Jay Subject: Re: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines To: "Spridgets" Date: Thursday, April 29, 2010, 6:57 AM If there is no one in your immediate area with experience building A-series engines, you could consider one of the national suppliers that offers rebuilding services such as Seven Enterprises or Mini Mania. They are expensive but if their claims are true, you get a basically new engine done with the expertise of someone familiar with engines. example: http://www.7ent.com/page.cfm?pageid=87 You would obviously need to contact them regarding building an inline unit, but would be surprised if they would not do such a job. The only way around the cost would be to do the project yourself or have someone with experience assist and direct you. I have no financial interest in the above suggestion and no personal experience with their engine building services. The only person I could personally recommend would be Peter Genovese from West park, NY (845) 384-6073, also outside of your area. You could call him to discuss a rebuild and find out if Pete would crate the motor and ship it to you. Whatever direction you go, good luck..... jay fishbein wallingford, ct 63 Pink Sprite 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder 65 Innocenti S Spyder --- Someone wrote: > > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > > Huntsville,Alabama. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 13:05:52 2010 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 12:05:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Track In-Reply-To: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> References: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> Message-ID: Perfect!!! We could offset some of the expenses.... On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 6:07 AM, Chris King wrote: > That white stuff on the ground last winter wasn't snow... From conen at bellsouth.net Thu Apr 29 14:42:24 2010 From: conen at bellsouth.net (Edmund Conen) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:42:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <210840.2219.qm@web180212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Dennis Shaw (Raleigh, NC) has experience building 1275 race engines. Dunno about street 1275s. But, he's expensive. Dennis was chief engine man and 2nd driver for Team Highball in IMSA racing for years. Ed in NC From kristi74midget at comcast.net Thu Apr 29 15:03:16 2010 From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:03:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs Message-ID: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> Hello everyone, Can someone tell me, when you buy a jet for an su carb does the line from the float bowl come with it. Kristi's car is leaking gas from this line and i need to get it fixed asap. From 72spridget at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 15:24:55 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:24:55 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs In-Reply-To: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> References: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> Message-ID: <1932365250553507265@unknownmsgid> Yes, it does. David L On Apr 29, 2010, at 16:03, Kristi & Lambert wrote: > Hello everyone, > > Can someone tell me, when you buy a jet for an su carb does the line > from the > float bowl come with it. Kristi's car is leaking gas from this line > and i need > to get it fixed asap. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/72spridget at gmail.com From kk7ss at verizon.net Thu Apr 29 15:33:23 2010 From: kk7ss at verizon.net (Dave G.) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:33:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs In-Reply-To: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> References: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BD9FB23.13023.19D52AA@kk7ss.verizon.net> Yes... Usually ;-) >> Can someone tell me, when you buy a jet for an su carb >> does the line from the float bowl come with it -- Dave G. KK7SS DN06ig '65 Sprite - work in progress '76 Midget - nearly ready From peter at nosimport.com Thu Apr 29 15:41:21 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:41:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs In-Reply-To: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> References: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> Message-ID: <201004291441292.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Yes. The original SU jets had/have a nylon tube wrapped with a steel coil spring. The tubes seem to dislike newer fuels, as do similar tubes in many small 2-stroke leafblowers, weedwhackers, etc. They also leak at the bowl connection either because of perishing o-rings, or the tube will split. A company, Royze in CA, makes a jet with a tapered plastic ferrule for the connection into the bowl, and a slip-on rubber fuel hose for that connection and at the jet end. Not original, but to me, a better solution. I know a guy that carries them. Peter C. ==== At 04:03 PM 4/29/2010, Kristi & Lambert wrote: > Hello everyone, > >Can someone tell me, when you buy a jet for an su carb does the line from the >float bowl come with it. Kristi's car is leaking gas from this line and i need >to get it fixed asap. From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 16:35:21 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:35:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down Message-ID: List, I see SpriteSpot is still down, how sad : ( Lin From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 16:37:57 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:37:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pieces In-Reply-To: <4BD8B1FD.70202@comcast.net> References: <4BD8B1FD.70202@comcast.net> Message-ID: List, Frank, I remember Pieces : ) Good to know of this local show, thanks Frank Are you bring your new paint job to the show? Will she have a stripe then? Lin On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 6:09 PM, Frank Clarici wrote: > I just received an email from the girl who bought PIECES 4 years ago. > She will have it at Britfest with a forsale sign on it. > So if anybody is interested in a round wheel arch Midget with a Bugeye > front end and right hand drive, let me know. > I know what she paid, maybe she is selling it for less, maybe more > but if anybody wants a second chance at a great Sprite, let me know. > Or see it in person Saturday at Britfest. > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > Lots of Sprites > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From millerls at ado13.com Thu Apr 29 16:39:59 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:39:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Need a Crank Shaft In-Reply-To: References: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> Message-ID: <6322746A-FABB-4106-841A-ACBDB20B44E4@ado13.com> I have a friend in need of a 2" main 1098 crank. Hit me offline at millerls at ado13.com if you have one you would like to dispose of. Larry Miller From millerls at ado13.com Thu Apr 29 16:42:26 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:42:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs In-Reply-To: <201004291441292.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> <201004291441292.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <9C886304-802D-423C-8E9C-D6B60928EC04@ado13.com> Is his name Peter? On Apr 29, 2010, at 2:41 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Yes. > > I know a guy that carries them. > > Peter C. From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 16:43:05 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:43:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Wow and this is a spring special? $4,835.00 http://www.7ent.com/detail.cfm?pageid=274 I had no idea it was that expensive. I'd try and do it myself. Lin On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 9:57 AM, Jay wrote: > If there is no one in your immediate area with experience building A-series > engines, you could consider one of the national suppliers that offers > rebuilding services such as Seven Enterprises or Mini Mania. They are > expensive but if their claims are true, you get a basically new engine done > with the expertise of someone familiar with engines. > > example: > http://www.7ent.com/page.cfm?pageid=87 > > You would obviously need to contact them regarding building an inline unit, > but would be surprised if they would not do such a job. > > The only way around the cost would be to do the project yourself or have > someone with experience assist and direct you. > > I have no financial interest in the above suggestion and no personal > experience with their engine building services. > > The only person I could personally recommend would be Peter Genovese from > West park, NY (845) 384-6073, also outside of your area. You could call him > to discuss a rebuild and find out if Pete would crate the motor and ship it > to you. > > Whatever direction you go, good luck..... > > jay fishbein > wallingford, ct > 63 Pink Sprite > 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder > 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder > 65 Innocenti S Spyder > > --- Someone wrote: > > > > > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > > > Huntsville,Alabama. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From Miniac7 at aol.com Thu Apr 29 17:02:19 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:02:19 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <1726d.6e74fa90.390b69fb@aol.com> I know you said Alabama, but if you'd be willing to ship it to Virginia, I've got two reliable sources for you to consider. Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. From montpaul at msn.com Thu Apr 29 17:23:38 2010 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:23:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Yes-sad. One of my favorite sites. > Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:35:21 -0400 > From: grunthaner at gmail.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down > > List, > I see SpriteSpot is still down, how sad : ( > Lin > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/montpaul at msn.com From Miniac7 at aol.com Thu Apr 29 18:04:25 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:04:25 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down Message-ID: <17.196b89f8.390b7889@aol.com> For how long, anyone know? Howard From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 29 18:30:19 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:30:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pieces In-Reply-To: References: <4BD8B1FD.70202@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BDA249B.7020400@comcast.net> On 4/29/2010 6:37 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Are you bring your new paint job to the show? Will she have a stripe then? Yes, I'm bringing the new paint job to the show, no stripes as everyone seems to think it looks real nice without them. Father Jack just stopped by and told me NOT to put the stripes back on, he said it looks like a jet. Linda, if you want to go to the show, I can pick you up Saturday morning 8:30 ish. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From spritenut at comcast.net Thu Apr 29 18:33:13 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:33:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] jets for su carbs In-Reply-To: <201004291441292.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <095C126F-5976-4984-B883-2432BCC93DDF@comcast.net> <201004291441292.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <4BDA2549.3000502@comcast.net> On 4/29/2010 5:41 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > A company, Royze in CA, makes a jet with a tapered plastic ferrule for > the connection into the bowl, and a slip-on rubber fuel hose for that > connection and at the jet end. Not original, but to me, a better solution. > > I know a guy that carries them. These new carb kits are WAY better than the original set up. Like Peter said, not original, better, much much better than new ;) -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From neilandcustom at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 18:56:07 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:56:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: <17.196b89f8.390b7889@aol.com> References: <17.196b89f8.390b7889@aol.com> Message-ID: <001701cae7ff$ef1a37b0$cd4ea710$@com> They are moving to a new server and having issues getting everything to work properly. They hope to be back up on the 30th. Stay tuned. Neil Anderson -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Miniac7 at aol.com Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 7:04 PM To: montpaul at msn.com; grunthaner at gmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down For how long, anyone know? Howard Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/neilandcustom at gmail.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Thu Apr 29 19:05:36 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:05:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: Message-ID: What is or was the Sprite Spot? From Miniac7 at aol.com Thu Apr 29 19:18:56 2010 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:18:56 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down Message-ID: <91ed.427859d1.390b8a00@aol.com> SpriteSpot.com - an online information source (including an online forum system) for the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget enthusiast. Simply put, whether you have a '58 Bugeye or a 1974 MG Midget, when you think of Spridgets, this is "The Spot"! Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. From wsthompson at thicko.com Thu Apr 29 20:15:03 2010 From: wsthompson at thicko.com (Wm. Severin Thompson) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:15:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Need a Crank Shaft In-Reply-To: <6322746A-FABB-4106-841A-ACBDB20B44E4@ado13.com> References: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> <6322746A-FABB-4106-841A-ACBDB20B44E4@ado13.com> Message-ID: <003601cae80a$f384bcc0$da8e3640$@com> The Pawn Star guy? ;) From: bugeye at yahoogroups.com [mailto:bugeye at yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry & Sandi Miller Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 5:40 PM To: Spridget; Bugeye Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Need a Crank Shaft I have a friend in need of a 2" main 1098 crank. Hit me offline at millerls at ado13.com if you have one you would like to dispose of. Larry Miller __._,_.___ From millerls at ado13.com Thu Apr 29 21:16:53 2010 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:16:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Need a Crank Shaft In-Reply-To: <003601cae80a$f384bcc0$da8e3640$@com> References: <34af01cae79c$ee03a090$0168010a@mail2world.com> <6322746A-FABB-4106-841A-ACBDB20B44E4@ado13.com> <003601cae80a$f384bcc0$da8e3640$@com> Message-ID: <0BA05A02-DBB1-4068-BE1A-0BE977E254CB@ado13.com> Welcome back. On Apr 29, 2010, at 7:15 PM, Wm. Severin Thompson wrote: > The Pawn Star guy? From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Thu Apr 29 21:26:38 2010 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo S) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 22:26:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] thrust washers Message-ID: <00e901cae814$f26cffa0$d746fee0$@net> Are the crankshaft thrust washers for a 948 the same as a 1098? Thanks Leo From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Apr 29 22:01:02 2010 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:01:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: References: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: That's more than just a rebuild. "Sold outright, no core charge." On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 5:43 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Wow and this is a spring special? $4,835.00 > http://www.7ent.com/detail.cfm?pageid=274 > I had no idea it was that expensive. I'd try and do it myself. > Lin From colin at spriteparts.com.au Thu Apr 29 22:44:36 2010 From: colin at spriteparts.com.au (Colin Dodds) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:44:36 +1000 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <0b0b01cae81f$fd43a720$0200000a@Workstation1> That's not an engine you're looking at Lin, it's a Mini "power unit" - includes rebuild gearbox plus clutch. At $4835.00 it's cheap. A rebuilt 1275cc Sprite/Midget engine should cost you $2500 and upwards, depending on how much power you want out of it. Under $2000 and it's probably being rebuilt "on the cheap". avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au From uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com Thu Apr 29 22:54:50 2010 From: uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com (uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com) Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:54:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <116649.73222.qm@web38901.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Linda, Your going to pay more then that for a good motor with out transmission. Depending on the work to be done - around 5-7K for a hot motor most places. You can have a motor done cheaper - Then ask your self what parts they used. They have to save money some where to make a profit even on a cheap motor. Depending on what kind of motor & you can get one - a short or long block is best value. If you have any skill with tools at all - A torque wrench,Socket set, basic hand tools, factory repair & spare parts manual. Then your armed and dangerous as they say. My friends 15 year old son put together a 1275cc short block. He only asked questions Those were where mostly torque setting & why the head studs did not match up. ( they gave him back the wrong head ) - That was an easy fix. When done - the motor ran real sweet - it had the prefect cam for street . Kind of a fun story - A few of us went to the kids house one day a month to help on the restoration of the car.. He was trying to surprise his dad who was doing time in the sand box war. The funny thing is - he had no idea his dad had bought the bugeye to restore for him. I guess some times things just work out to have a neat ending. Now there a two bugeye family & just painted Ashley Fastback for mom, Vigil --- On Thu, 4/29/10, Linda Grunthaner wrote: From: Linda Grunthaner Subject: Re: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines To: "Jay" Cc: "Spridgets" Date: Thursday, April 29, 2010, 3:43 PM Wow and this is a spring special? $4,835.00 http://www.7ent.com/detail.cfm?pageid=274 I had no idea it was that expensive. I'd try and do it myself. Lin On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 9:57 AM, Jay wrote: > If there is no one in your immediate area with experience building A-series > engines, you could consider one of the national suppliers that offers > rebuilding services such as Seven Enterprises or Mini Mania. They are > expensive but if their claims are true, you get a basically new engine done > with the expertise of someone familiar with engines. > > example: > http://www.7ent.com/page.cfm?pageid=87 > > You would obviously need to contact them regarding building an inline unit, > but would be surprised if they would not do such a job. > > The only way around the cost would be to do the project yourself or have > someone with experience assist and direct you. > > I have no financial interest in the above suggestion and no personal > experience with their engine building services. > > The only person I could personally recommend would be Peter Genovese from > West park, NY (845) 384-6073, also outside of your area. You could call him > to discuss a rebuild and find out if Pete would crate the motor and ship it > to you. > > Whatever direction you go, good luck..... > > jay fishbein > wallingford, ct > 63 Pink Sprite > 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder > 61 Innocenti 950 Spyder > 65 Innocenti S Spyder > > --- Someone wrote: > > > > > Anyone know of a reputable rebuilder of 1275cc engines? I live in > > > Huntsville,Alabama. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/uniquelittlecars at yahoo.com From dwramsey at att.net Fri Apr 30 01:40:20 2010 From: dwramsey at att.net (David Ramsey) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:40:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] thrust washers In-Reply-To: <00e901cae814$f26cffa0$d746fee0$@net> Message-ID: <20100430073935.751AD18763F@autox.team.net> Leo, The 1.75" ones are, the 2.0" are not. Crash Are the crankshaft thrust washers for a 948 the same as a 1098? Thanks Leo From george.brokaw at cox.net Fri Apr 30 04:31:18 2010 From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 05:31:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: References: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <007d01cae850$4526d140$cf7473c0$@brokaw@cox.net> AND (if I am reading it correctly) it has an internal transmission (it IS for a Mini.) -----Original Message----- That's more than just a rebuild. "Sold outright, no core charge." On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 5:43 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Wow and this is a spring special? $4,835.00 > http://www.7ent.com/detail.cfm?pageid=274 > I had no idea it was that expensive. I'd try and do it myself. > Lin _______________________________________________ From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 09:46:21 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:46:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pieces In-Reply-To: <4BDA249B.7020400@comcast.net> References: <4BD8B1FD.70202@comcast.net> <4BDA249B.7020400@comcast.net> Message-ID: Awesome yes pick me up : ) Although if I find parts to buy will there be any friends to help with delivery? Ether way, I'll see you at 8:30ish ; ) Yippi! Lin On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 8:30 PM, Frank Clarici wrote: > On 4/29/2010 6:37 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > > Are you bring your new paint job to the show? Will she have a stripe then? >> > > Yes, I'm bringing the new paint job to the show, no stripes as everyone > seems to think it looks real nice without them. Father Jack just stopped by > and told me NOT to put the stripes back on, he said it looks like a jet. > Linda, if you want to go to the show, I can pick you up Saturday morning > 8:30 ish. > > > > -- > Frank Clarici > Toms River, NJ > Lots of Sprites From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 09:55:46 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:55:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: It is a great site, it has discussions, and tons of other things, upload photos is my favorite part because it allows me to quickly look up an image for reference as well as see other Spridigeteers progress on their Spridgets : ) This list serve is my very first favorite because all of you are so awesome, second favorite is SpriteSpot. www.spritespot.com Looking forward to it coming back online. Lin On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 9:05 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > What is or was the Sprite Spot? From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 09:58:30 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:58:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] "Puddle-Jumper" http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/ Message-ID: Speaking of other Spridget Sites, does anyone know how to contact "Puddle-Jumper" http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/? I sent a message months ago to look into getting it resurrected but got no reply. I have loads of kids who need volunteer hours for NHS National Honor Society and they could do all the work : ) Lin From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 30 09:59:05 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:59:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Why have I never heard of it before? From peter at nosimport.com Fri Apr 30 10:01:35 2010 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:01:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area Message-ID: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> An acquaintance, who may become a friend once he sells this thing, is wanting to unload this fine... piece. 1983 928S ran poorly when parked. Stored inside.... not well. He says $3000. Let me know of any interested parties... (better yet.... let me know of any interesting parties) Had to ask Peter C. From 72spridget at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:23:28 2010 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:23:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: > Why have I never heard of it before? It's a conspiracy. David L From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:25:00 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:25:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Not Spridget nosey like me ; ) You are going to love it. Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 11:59 AM, Billy Zoom wrote: > Why have I never heard of it before? From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:39:56 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:39:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: Peter tell your friend to ceck into listing on the free site thesamba.com. It is the site I am on for my 67 VW Microbus : ) If your friend needs help uploading the photos ect. give him my address and I'll help him along. The site covers every single VW ever built and Porsche. The organization of the site is amazing and they have 2 moderators per type, Beetle, bus, water cooled etc. The "free" documentation folders alone are a value to all. The Porsche link is here. http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/cat.php?id=61 but doesn't include that model so i sent the Porsche moderator a message as to where he should post it to sell. I'll get back to you when I hear from him. Lin PS It is a little annoying at first to upload photos to the gallery and post but I can help with that if needed. On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 12:01 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > An acquaintance, who may become a friend once he sells this thing, is > wanting to unload this fine... piece. > > 1983 928S ran poorly when parked. Stored inside.... not well. > > He says $3000. > > Let me know of any interested parties... (better yet.... let me know of any > interesting parties) > > Had to ask > > Peter C. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From gmari2 at verizon.net Fri Apr 30 10:43:17 2010 From: gmari2 at verizon.net (gmari2 at verizon.net) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:43:17 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] "Puddle-Jumper" http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/ Message-ID: <1576500529.547068.1272645797963.JavaMail.root@vms227.mailsrvcs.net> From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:49:53 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:49:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <0b0b01cae81f$fd43a720$0200000a@Workstation1> References: <0b0b01cae81f$fd43a720$0200000a@Workstation1> Message-ID: Thanks Colin, I would like to spend about 2K on a nicely setup 1275 eventually for one of my cars but that won't be for another year at least. Till then my kids are enjoying learning about the parts on my disassembled 948 displayed in my class : ) Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 12:44 AM, Colin Dodds wrote: > That's not an engine you're looking at Lin, it's a Mini "power unit" - > includes rebuild gearbox plus clutch. > > At $4835.00 it's cheap. > > A rebuilt 1275cc Sprite/Midget engine should cost you $2500 and upwards, > depending on how much power you want out of it. Under $2000 and it's > probably > being rebuilt "on the cheap". > > avagoodday > Colin > www.SpriteParts.com.au > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:50:32 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:50:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines In-Reply-To: <8019765196491780971@unknownmsgid> References: <524422.98496.qm@web83907.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <8019765196491780971@unknownmsgid> Message-ID: Is that a transmission? Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 6:31 AM, Paul Herder wrote: > AND (if I am reading it correctly) it has an internal transmission (it IS > for a Mini.) > > > > -----Original Message----- > That's more than just a rebuild. > "Sold outright, no core charge." > > > On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 5:43 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > > Wow and this is a spring special? $4,835.00 > > http://www.7ent.com/detail.cfm?pageid=274 > > I had no idea it was that expensive. I'd try and do it myself. > > Lin > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Apr 30 10:53:50 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:53:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Maybe we're newbies. newbie Bill in Corvallis ======================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 8:59 AM To: Linda Grunthaner Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down Why have I never heard of it before? _______________________________________________ From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 10:54:39 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:54:39 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] "Puddle-Jumper" http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/ In-Reply-To: <1576500529.547068.1272645797963.JavaMail.root@vms227.mailsrvcs.net> References: <1576500529.547068.1272645797963.JavaMail.root@vms227.mailsrvcs.net> Message-ID: Yes George, I send Les a message months ago at PDLJMPRWebMagazine at GMail.com but it came back do you have an updated email of Les Meyers? Frank is the one who told me about the site : ) Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 12:43 PM, wrote: > Hi Linda, > PDLJMPR was originated by Les Meyers..... heck it must be over 10 years > ago. OK Frank you can fill in the details. > > George Marinos > > > > On Apr 30, 2010, *Linda Grunthaner* wrote: > > Speaking of other Spridget Sites, does anyone know how to contact > "Puddle-Jumper" http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/? > I sent a message months ago to look into getting it resurrected but got no > reply. I have loads of kids who need volunteer hours for NHS National Honor > Society and they could do all the work : ) > Lin > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/gmari2 at verizon.net From abcoz at hky.com Fri Apr 30 11:29:26 2010 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:29:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <24D7F16D8A53480983EE11C9781641C6@OwnerPC> Peter, This is one of the finest GT cars ever built. But, they are frightfully expensive to fix, if the routine maintenance (also not cheap) hasn't been done and done correctly. Tell us more about the car. Is it a 5 speed (most 928s, in this country, seem to be automatics)? What sort of shape is it in, overall? I had actually contemplated buying one (but it would have to have been very well maintained and in pristine condition) to use as a long distance tourer for my wife and I, when I retire (well, SOMEDAY I'm gonna retire), but, after discussing it with my wife, I decided to stick with 356s. Wife: "You'll NEVER be happy working on a modern car and the 356 is such a nice car to travel in, anyway." Thanks. Bud Osbourne ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" To: Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 12:01 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area > An acquaintance, who may become a friend once he sells this thing, is > wanting to unload this fine... piece. > > 1983 928S ran poorly when parked. Stored inside.... not well. > > He says $3000. > > Let me know of any interested parties... (better yet.... let me know of > any interesting parties) > > Had to ask > > Peter C. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 30 11:50:35 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:50:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > Maybe we're newbies. newbie Bill in Corvallis I've been on this message board since it started. From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 12:31:08 2010 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:31:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Billy you need to get out more ; ) Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 1:50 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > > Maybe we're newbies. newbie Bill in Corvallis > I've been on this message board since it started. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From neilandcustom at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 12:34:17 2010 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:34:17 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <000801cae893$bfcc6340$3f6529c0$@com> I think you were on tour when we discussed SpriteSpot. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 12:51 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down > Maybe we're newbies. newbie Bill in Corvallis I've been on this message board since it started. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/neilandcustom at gmail.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 30 13:13:44 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:13:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: Message-ID: I know, but I really prefer drinking alone. > Billy you need to get out more ; ) > Lin From oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com Fri Apr 30 13:52:24 2010 From: oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com (James Lempe) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:52:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade In-Reply-To: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> References: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> Message-ID: <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Hello all, I just upgraded my front brakes to disc. Now I'm thinking about upgrading the rear brakes. I have a donor car (67) with all the parts available. Now much should I replace. From the shoes to the entire rear end??? Thanks, Jim Lempe, Homer AK AN5L26749 A penny saved is a government oversite! ________________________________ From: "WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Tue, April 27, 2010 11:08:38 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] DCOE 40 or DCOE 45? In a message dated 27/04/2010 20:03:38 GMT Daylight Time, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com writes: Hi John, Jetting data from dyno testing on its way to you 'For Your Eyes Only' (I'm ex military!). I'm not certain if some UK A-series racers use a 48 DCO (48 DCOE is obsolete) with 42mm chokes. If you can find a 48 DCOE it can be choked down to 40mm. One very respected UK racer had done some machining work so he could get 42mm chokes into a DCOE 45. What I don't see much of is the use of Full Radius rams which make a big difference on how the DOCE pulls from low rpm. I also don't see many CV exhaust systems on road cars. I drive slower than I used to. The current engine is particularly strong from 5000 to 5500 rpm which on 3.9 diff and a five speed is 100 - to about 112mph. If I'm driving at 4000rpm which is about 80mph in 5th and need to change to the outside lane to over take I EXPECT to accelerate to 4,500 rpm and 90mph pretty much straightaway and without changing down to 4th. The engine will pull smoothly from about 2000 rpm in 4th (on a 3.9 diff) even if the throttle is floored and I think I showed Frank this when he was in the UK though it may have been slightly higher rpm (2300?) as that engine was near the end of its life (though managed to haul the car to 105mph+ the week before I pulled it to fit the new engine). With a controlled vortex manifold from Janspeed and Full Radius rams on any Spridget with a DCOE, and especially a street car you'd soon be on the phone ordering some bigger rams as the engine would pull like a train but feel asthmatic going through 6000rpm. In early days of ownership my Sprite had a 4.5 diff and a 4 speed so 110mph was 7,500rpm and seen on a regular basis on weekends. I was much younger then. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 27/04/2010 19:43:34 GMT Daylight Time, fastvee at yahoo.com writes: I know that different size choke tubes can be made to work in the same carb body with different jetting combinations, but many 1275 race engines use smaller venturis than that, so I am surprised. Our definition of road going must be vastly different, and your choice would not be the best choice for my street driving. I drive fast, but for me road going means 2000-5000 rpm, with much more time under 4500 than above it, and where mixture quality and smooth transition from idling to the main circuit trumps the last bit of airflow any day. I would be interested to see your dyno sheets. John Fogelsville, PA _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldtimealaskan at yahoo.com From lists at dinospider.com Fri Apr 30 14:12:04 2010 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:12:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BDB3994.9070400@dinospider.com> I have a few friends like that, I prefer they drink alone also :) mike On 04/30/2010 12:13 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > I know, but I really prefer drinking alone. > >> Billy you need to get out more ; ) >> Lin From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Fri Apr 30 14:25:16 2010 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:25:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade In-Reply-To: <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I don't think you need to. From colin at spriteparts.com.au Fri Apr 30 14:39:03 2010 From: colin at spriteparts.com.au (Colin Dodds) Date: Sat, 1 May 2010 06:39:03 +1000 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: rebuilding 1275cc engines Message-ID: <0c7d01cae8a5$2c575810$0200000a@Workstation1> G'day Lin I just don't want you to have false expectations. These engines are over 30 years old, and if you're going to rebuild them properly there's quite a bit of work that needs to be done, and that costs money. You can get a "budget" rebuild for $2000 but it will not be a "nicely set up engine". Things that are often not done, but which contribute to a good rebuild, include: a) chemically cleaning the block and head to remove all rust and scale from the water jackets, and sludge from the oil galleries; b) deck both block and head to ensure they are both perfectly flat (they often aren't); c) statically balance con-rods and pistons; d) dynamically balance crankshaft, flywheel and clutch. Doing these things adds approx $350 - $400 to the cost, but you get an engine that runs smoothly and doesn't over-heat in traffic. But the cost, plus the labour to assemble, doesn't leave much out of the $2000 for must do items like new pistons, re-boring, grinding carnakshaft etc. And it leaves no money at all to re-profile the camshaft, modify the cylinder head. Get some ball-park figures in advance from reputable engine builders, then save up for the best rebuild you can afford. You don't want to be dissatisfied with the result, or (worse) have to do it over again. avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au ----- Original Message ----- From: Linda Grunthaner To: Colin Dodds Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Saturday, May 01, 2010 2:49 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] rebuilding 1275cc engines Thanks Colin, I would like to spend about 2K on a nicely setup 1275 eventually for one of my cars but that won't be for another year at least. Till then my kids are enjoying learning about the parts on my disassembled 948 displayed in my class : ) Lin On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 12:44 AM, Colin Dodds wrote: That's not an engine you're looking at Lin, it's a Mini "power unit" - includes rebuild gearbox plus clutch. At $4835.00 it's cheap. A rebuilt 1275cc Sprite/Midget engine should cost you $2500 and upwards, depending on how much power you want out of it. Under $2000 and it's probably being rebuilt "on the cheap". avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 30 14:42:04 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:42:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <24D7F16D8A53480983EE11C9781641C6@OwnerPC> References: <201004300901240.SM04324@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <24D7F16D8A53480983EE11C9781641C6@OwnerPC> Message-ID: I drove one to Elkhart Lake and back many, many moons ago. Didn't seem to be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs are anything like my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Bud Osbourne" Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 12:29 PM To: ; "Peter Caldwell" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area Peter, This is one of the finest GT cars ever built. But, they are frightfully expensive to fix, if the routine maintenance (also not cheap) hasn't been done and done correctly. Tell us more about the car. Is it a 5 speed (most 928s, in this country, seem to be automatics)? What sort of shape is it in, overall? I had actually contemplated buying one (but it would have to have been very well maintained and in pristine condition) to use as a long distance tourer for my wife and I, when I retire (well, SOMEDAY I'm gonna retire), but, after discussing it with my wife, I decided to stick with 356s. Wife: "You'll NEVER be happy working on a modern car and the 356 is such a nice car to travel in, anyway." Thanks. Bud Osbourne ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" To: Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 12:01 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area > An acquaintance, who may become a friend once he sells this thing, is > wanting to unload this fine... piece. > > 1983 928S ran poorly when parked. Stored inside.... not well. > > He says $3000. > > Let me know of any interested parties... (better yet.... let me know of > any interesting parties) > > Had to ask > > Peter C. Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From rbastedo at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 14:46:44 2010 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:46:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget Calendar, month of May Message-ID: I'm very grateful that the picture of my Sprite with my dog Tuppy has such a great place in the center of the May page. Our Boxer Tuppy died this past Monday, I've turned my calendar to May early as it helps me to see her there. She had surgery last May to remove a cancerous growth and her spleen. We knew her time was short, and so we tried to make every day count over the past 11 months. She wasn't feeling well Monday after her nap, she went outside with our other Boxer Thatcher. They escaped the yard for one last adventure, we found her and brought her home within about 10 minutes of their escape. She was pale and just wanted to lay and rest, she passed away a couple hours later in peace with her family around her. She would have been 8 years old this June. Our family has been grieving her loss this week, she was a great friend and we miss her. Rick Bastedo From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Apr 30 15:00:36 2010 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:00:36 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade In-Reply-To: References: <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I don't think there is an economical upgrade available. It seems like all the Spridget racers use the drums, no? On Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 2:25 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > I don't think you need to. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 30 15:43:46 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:43:46 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area Message-ID: <56b4b.5feb17cc.390ca912@aol.com> Well I drag raced one down a military runway while driving a Carrera 2. He jumped the start and took a roller but I pulled past him at about 135 and kept on going. In a message dated 30/04/2010 22:21:53 GMT Daylight Time, ladaniels at sbcglobal.net writes: I drove one to Elkhart Lake and back many, many moons ago. Didn't seem to be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs are anything like my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Apr 30 15:45:25 2010 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:45:25 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade Message-ID: <56caf.284ba36b.390ca975@aol.com> Hmmm. Someone not reading all the right books or even Spridgetly history books. Bigger drums though really only for the handbrake for handbrake turns and greater resistance to fade. NOT me. In a message dated 30/04/2010 22:43:20 GMT Daylight Time, derf247 at gmail.com writes: I don't think there is an economical upgrade available. It seems like all the Spridget racers use the drums, no? From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 30 15:55:05 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:55:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BDB51B9.3080504@justbrits.com> << I've been on this message board since it started. >> Billy, Bill [in Corvallis], etal: A search of The Archives for "SpriteSpot" turned up 39 'references', the 1st of which IS: 1. *RE: 3 new pics at *Spritespot* * (score: 34) *Author*: /"Wm. Severin Thompson" / *Date*: /Thu, 23 Mar 2006 06:46:53 -0600/ Car's looking great. MKII's in OEW with red interior is a good look. Got a few more pics of the progress this week on my carpet, in case anyone is interested. On this link to page 8, it's the last 2 /mharc/archives/html/spridgets/2006-03/msg00928.html (7,162 bytes) So I guess you chaps have just been ASLEEP for a tad OVER 4 YEARS & a month+ -:) -:) -:) !!!! Ed PS: And this quote from our own Peter C. is a bit "interesting"?? .........." Walked with a limp for an hour. " From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 30 16:28:14 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:28:14 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <56b4b.5feb17cc.390ca912@aol.com> References: <56b4b.5feb17cc.390ca912@aol.com> Message-ID: Well, high speeds like that scare me, but perhaps we'll be able to have a contest of our own someday. If you would be willing to spot me a few seconds because of your advanced experience, maybe we can even put a friendly wager on it? It would be fun, wouldn't it? LAD From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 4:43 PM To: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net ; abcoz at hky.com ; Spridgets at autox.team.net ; peter at nosimport.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area Well I drag raced one down a military runway while driving a Carrera 2. He jumped the start and took a roller but I pulled past him at about 135 and kept on going. In a message dated 30/04/2010 22:21:53 GMT Daylight Time, ladaniels at sbcglobal.net writes: I drove one to Elkhart Lake and back many, many moons ago. Didn't seem to be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs are anything like my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 30 16:53:22 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:53:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: <4BDB3994.9070400@dinospider.com> Message-ID: <49497.29314.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Billy doesn't drink. I read it on the internet while he and I were sharing a bottle of vodka in Chicago. > I have a few friends like that, I > prefer they drink alone also :) > > mike > > On 04/30/2010 12:13 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: > > I know, but I really prefer drinking alone. > > > >> Billy you need to get out more ; ) > >> Lin From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Apr 30 16:57:06 2010 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:57:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> --- On Fri, 4/30/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs > are anything like > my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. LAD, My friend Douglas had one. After he sold it, he did just that, but he was able to buy the lake. My buddy just bought an 87 930 turbo. He wants me to teach him at Blackhawk. YIKES. Ron From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Apr 30 17:29:59 2010 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:29:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Can't remember his name. Is that the musical dentist friend of BZ's? Bruce... something? I thought he was an experienced racer? Why would he need instruction? Or is this somebody else? I rode with an ex-friend in a 930. He had the money to buy it, but not the skill to drive it. A 911/930 can, and will, bite a fool in the butt. This fool sold his demolished 930 for peanuts. It's all quite comical. LAD -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ron Soave" Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 5:57 PM To: Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area --- On Fri, 4/30/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs > are anything like > my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. LAD, My friend Douglas had one. After he sold it, he did just that, but he was able to buy the lake. My buddy just bought an 87 930 turbo. He wants me to teach him at Blackhawk. YIKES. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Apr 30 17:37:20 2010 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:37:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <58C710F9BF37414782D47ACF8177E0C3@spider> Is that the one that Bill Gates brought into the country? ...bill in corvallis ==================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ron Soave Sent: Friday, April 30, 2010 3:57 PM To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area --- On Fri, 4/30/10, Larry Daniels wrote: > be too bad of a car, but if the repair/maintenance costs > are anything like > my 911 was, I'd rather buy a house on the lake. LAD, My friend Douglas had one. After he sold it, he did just that, but he was able to buy the lake. My buddy just bought an 87 930 turbo. He wants me to teach him at Blackhawk. YIKES. Ron _______________________________________________ From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 30 17:42:19 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:42:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BDB6ADB.9020701@justbrits.com> << My buddy just bought an 87 930 turbo. He wants me to teach him at Blackhawk. YIKES. >> Whilst I WOULD trust YOU implicitly Ron, would you PLEASE tell us when this "lesson" will be transpiring so we can buy Life Insurance on you ?!? I could use some spare money -:) !!!! Ooops, need to re-word that; I could use SOME money !! From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 30 17:45:28 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:45:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: References: <56b4b.5feb17cc.390ca912@aol.com> Message-ID: <4BDB6B98.10601@justbrits.com> << If you would be willing to spot me a few seconds because of your advanced experience, maybe we can even put a friendly wager on it? It would be fun, wouldn't it? >> Be serious FUN to watch !!!! R.A., I'm thinking ?!? PARTY at Turn # 5 !!!! Ed From eap2140 at yahoo.com Fri Apr 30 18:01:54 2010 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:01:54 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget Calendar, month of May In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <353367.54451.qm@web33706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Rick, I'm so sorry to hear that....she sounds so young. What a great way to remember her. Edward Perez Snohomish, WA 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Rick Bastedo To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Fri, April 30, 2010 1:46:44 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Spridget Calendar, month of May I'm very grateful that the picture of my Sprite with my dog Tuppy has such a great place in the center of the May page. Our Boxer Tuppy died this past Monday, I've turned my calendar to May early as it helps me to see her there. She had surgery last May to remove a cancerous growth and her spleen. We knew her time was short, and so we tried to make every day count over the past 11 months. She wasn't feeling well Monday after her nap, she went outside with our other Boxer Thatcher. They escaped the yard for one last adventure, we found her and brought her home within about 10 minutes of their escape. She was pale and just wanted to lay and rest, she passed away a couple hours later in peace with her family around her. She would have been 8 years old this June. Our family has been grieving her loss this week, she was a great friend and we miss her. Rick Bastedo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Fri Apr 30 18:22:14 2010 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:22:14 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Porsche 928 for sale Madison WI area In-Reply-To: <313988.84937.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <928149.24323.qm@web51403.mail.re2.yahoo.com> EZ! Depress right foot, look in rear view mirror to see where you're going to crash! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Fri, 4/30/10, Ron Soave wrote: My buddy just bought an 87 930 turbo. He wants me to teach him at Blackhawk. YIKES. Ron Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From shop at justbrits.com Fri Apr 30 20:46:35 2010 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:46:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's "contest" ?!? Message-ID: <4BDB960B.30007@justbrits.com> Should there be a "Name this flick" contest ?!?!? http://www.justbrits.com/Temps/frank043010.wmv Or should it just be named: 1] Frank's Reward ? 2] Franks "Parts is Parts" ? 3] Frank's Revenge ? 4] Frank's "chick" ? 5] For Frank's Eyes Only ? 6] Frank's "Parts" ? OR...................................................?? NOTE: MUST be watched to the end !! From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 30 20:54:05 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:54:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteSpot still down In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4BDB97CD.2030602@comcast.net> On 4/30/2010 11:59 AM, Billy Zoom wrote: > Why have I never heard of it before? Billy, You are not in the loop. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 30 20:59:54 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:59:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Britfest In-Reply-To: References: <74133076.15960441272332564055.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> <3B235F87-397B-4C14-9491-62B2D6D41398@mac.com> <47368416-0F07-48EA-B20D-C883ADE2062C@gmail.com> <1461C355-2DDF-4044-ABF7-0BF0937CD366@mac.com> <425BDEBA-EBBE-461A-A80E-6704E0577922@comcast.net> Message-ID: <4BDB992A.5040502@comcast.net> On 4/30/2010 8:22 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > > > You guys going?? > > I'm going and Father Jack will show his holyness (not his holy Sprite) Around noon as he has *business* up there in his old stomping grounds. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 30 21:01:26 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:01:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's "contest" ?!? In-Reply-To: <4BDB960B.30007@justbrits.com> References: <4BDB960B.30007@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4BDB9986.6090105@comcast.net> On 4/30/2010 10:46 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > Should there be a "Name this flick" contest ?!?!? > > http://www.justbrits.com/Temps/frank043010.wmv > > Or should it just be named: > > 1] Frank's Reward ? > 2] Franks "Parts is Parts" ? > 3] Frank's Revenge ? > 4] Frank's "chick" ? > 5] For Frank's Eyes Only ? > 6] Frank's "Parts" ? How about *MADE IN CHINA* From spritenut at comcast.net Fri Apr 30 21:05:26 2010 From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:05:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade In-Reply-To: <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4BDB9A76.2030007@comcast.net> On 4/30/2010 3:52 PM, James Lempe wrote: > Hello all, > > I just upgraded my front brakes to disc. Now I'm thinking about > upgrading the rear brakes. I have a donor car (67) with all the parts > available. Now much should I replace. From the shoes to the entire rear > end??? > Swap out the back plates, get new wheel cylinders for sure and shoes if you need them. The back plates are different and you will need to patch up the E-brake rods. Some 1/4 x 20 threading of the 67 brake rods and a couple of union nuts will fix this. Cut off the eyes of the rods near the E brake cable pivot, but leave enough room to tap some threads on them. I can't remember exactly what I did but i have done it to many Bugeyes and the rods are simple if you just look and think about it for a couple minutes. -- Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ Lots of Sprites From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Apr 30 22:47:00 2010 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 1 May 2010 00:47:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade In-Reply-To: <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <6e0be.44ffca98.39089036@aol.com> <572234.46531.qm@web45712.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <33F57A9E4B5C46CE8374B586DD46E1C0@blackbox2> Jim, I just did this to my Bugeye a little while ago. You need the wheel cylinders, back plates and the two emergency brake rods from the doner axle. The brake lines also route differently. You might want to use the doner brake lines but they may not be in good shape. Best to get the flare tool out and bend new lines using the doner's as a template. There are two brass straps that hold the lines to the axle toward the outboard, don't loose them. This is a good time to change axle seals/bearing/o-rings etc...if required, since you have to remove the hubs. I had to buy a big socket to get the hub nut off. After assembly you may find the drums rub against the backing plates due to slight dimensional differences in the axles housings over the years. If this happens don't panic, Take the drums to someplace that can turn them and have them remove about .030-.040 from the back edge of the drum. Couple other things to watch out for. The later dual acting cylinders are held to the backing plate by a circlip. Make sure it is secured and won't pop loose Also don't forget to put some felt or o-rings where the emergency brake rod pins go through. Otherwise they will rattle. When you bleed the system turn the brake adjusters all the way loose first. After bleeding adjust the hand brake with the adjusters. Sounds like alot of work but it was not too bad. I did it all on a Saturday afternoon. The later dual acting cylinders are less prone to leak and I think that makes this swap worthwhile. Feel free to email me if you have any questions. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Rear brake upgrade Hello all, I just upgraded my front brakes to disc. Now I'm thinking about upgrading the rear brakes. I have a donor car (67) with all the parts available. Now much should I replace. From the shoes to the entire rear end??? Thanks, Jim Lempe, Homer AK AN5L26749 A penny saved is a government oversite!