From ah3000me at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 05:03:37 2011
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:03:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [Healeys] WHERE was...................
In-Reply-To: <4D9544F8.2060701@justbrits.com>
References: <4D9544F8.2060701@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <AANLkTi=aOrTqgnKmAX0yE5eqnvPe5FsKEY2g=dTcdX4H@mail.gmail.com>

When it **was** WHITE stuff up to our a .......................s?????
Still is, here in New Hampshire.  Six fresh inches on the ground, on top of
the foot or so left from the last snow, and it's supposed to snow all day.

I may not mow the lawn this year!  :-)   I may not get the Healey out this
year. :-(

- tom

On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 11:22 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " <shop at justbrits.com
> wrote:

> ......this link when it was WHITE stuff up to
>
> our.............................s??
>
> *ht*tp://tinyurl.com/4uta8qh
>
> or*
> *
>
> http://reviews.cnet.com/2300-10863_7-10004657.html?s=0&o=10004657&tag=mncol;page
>
> cNet 'reported' these "cars" are the "funniest ever" and page IS titled
> "LOL" <G> !!!  A couple, maybe ?!?      ENJOY !!!
>
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From heard at datatrontech.net  Fri Apr  1 05:13:41 2011
From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:13:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <4D953FA7.7090500@tx.rr.com>
References: <1691040788.1377529.1301624079363.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
	<4D953FA7.7090500@tx.rr.com>
Message-ID: <006301cbf066$3dafc150$b90f43f0$@net>

'I never understood the desire of the average person to have a truck (or 
SUV for that matter).  If you need a truck, then buy a truck.  If you 
need an SUV then buy an SUV.  If you don't need either one then buy a 
car.'


Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America ain't
it.  Hell, I don't 'need' an LBC but I have 2 of them.  I don't 'need' a
motorcycle, but I have 2 of those also.  I don't 'need' a boat or a tractor,
but...well, you get the idea.  I don't get this.

Heard

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr  1 05:29:24 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:29:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>

I think I should have got a google phone instead of he one that I chose ...

http://mail.google.com/mail/help/motion.html

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 06:10:39 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:10:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <-2281878406483201476@unknownmsgid>

Wow you got them to help you perpetrate this!?!?

David L

On Apr 1, 2011, at 7:49, Robert Duquette <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> I think I should have got a google phone instead of he one that I chose ...
>
> http://mail.google.com/mail/help/motion.html
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From shop at justbrits.com  Fri Apr  1 07:48:51 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:48:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4D95E5D3.5040201@justbrits.com>

<< I think I should have got a google phone... >>

"Might" be OK for you and a lot of other Listers RD, but can you
even imagine what would transpire for Frank C. [ last letter in
Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] with "the hands in constant
MOTION ?!?!?!?!?!  And what if the User was female with maiden
name [ last letter in Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] ??????

Phone would BREAK !!!  Maybe even "The Internet" would BREAK !!

'Hopper

From shop at justbrits.com  Fri Apr  1 07:53:20 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:53:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Healeys] WHERE was...................
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTi=aOrTqgnKmAX0yE5eqnvPe5FsKEY2g=dTcdX4H@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4D9544F8.2060701@justbrits.com>
	<AANLkTi=aOrTqgnKmAX0yE5eqnvPe5FsKEY2g=dTcdX4H@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4D95E6E0.1040008@justbrits.com>

<< I may not get the Healey out this year. :-( >>

As long as there is NO "salt" Tom, get the girl OUT and go PLAY !!!

TONS of FUN in the SNOW !!!     

<VBG> !!

Ed

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Fri Apr  1 07:59:34 2011
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:59:34 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
Message-ID: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>

No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .

The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who 
stepped out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in 
liine ahead of him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in 
line, the candy bar guy would not have won. I believe this is a false 
concept mathematically because every play of the lottery is random. I 
believe that the media is leading people astray in the mathematical 
reasoning behind this situation. It does make for good stories about 
not cutting in line and being a good citizen, but I don't believe the 
math supports the media story.

To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is 
opened, shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me 
has his turn, a new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. 
There's no connection between my number and his. Or my place in line, 
or the day of the week or . . . anything. We just want to organize "random."

My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?


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

From lists at dinospider.com  Fri Apr  1 08:04:01 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 08:04:01 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Weather - no LBC
In-Reply-To: <796262.66059.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <796262.66059.qm@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D95E961.9050702@dinospider.com>

  On behalf of the list, thank you for not including pictures :)

On 03/31/2011 06:52 PM, Ron Soave wrote:
> Been top off all week, loving it, earmuffs on.
>
> --- On Thu, 3/31/11, Peter Caldwell<peter at nosimport.com>  wrote:
>
> From: Peter Caldwell<peter at nosimport.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Weather - no LBC
> To: "Spridgets"<spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Thursday, March 31, 2011, 9:21 AM
>
> High of 48 today, 2" snow tonight.... loverly in Madtown WI
>           Peter
> ---
> At 11:51 AM 3/30/2011, Robert Duquette wrote:
>    
>> It's 46 degrees here and it's beautiful.  We're not spoiled yet by 'hot'
>> weather.
>>
>> Robert D
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Fri Apr  1 08:09:53 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 11:09:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <006301cbf066$3dafc150$b90f43f0$@net>
Message-ID: <20110401150953.XE0PO.18808.root@cdptpa-web16-z02>

Go back to the original post- someone said they saw a truck on a lot with a
sticker price of $75,000, and asked "who would buy one of these?"  Someone
else mentioned that Lincoln and Cadillac make trucks and asked "why would
someone want to buy one of these?"  You have provided one answer to the
question.  (other people provided a similar answer)

People can and do buy whatever they want (although I'll not live long enough
to count the number of people that tell me what I can and can't buy).  In my
town I see many people driving pickups and SUV's, and most likely they never
use them for their intended purpose.  I see many SUV's driving around that
have probably never driven off of pavement.  My comment was "I don't
understand why someone would WANT to buy one if they didn't need it or
couldn't use it".  I could buy a pickup, and I've owned 3 of them in the past,
but I don't want to put up with the negatives of it.  I could buy an SUV and
that is something that I would actually use some, but it wouldn't work well
for my daily driving so I don't want to put up with it.  My daily driving
works better for me with a small car, so that is what I drive.  (Well it does
have 400hp though.)  And I'm sure there are a lot of people driving pickups
and SUV's that would be quick to tell me that I don't need to have the kind of
car that I have.


> Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America ain't
> it.  Hell, I don't 'need' an LBC but I have 2 of them.  I don't 'need' a
> motorcycle, but I have 2 of those also.  I don't 'need' a boat or a
tractor,
> but...well, you get the idea.  I don't get this.

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 08:27:41 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:27:41 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>

Anyone who regularly plays the lottery failed math is school.

Cheers,

Curt

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 7:59 AM, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:

> No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .
>
> The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who stepped
> out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in liine ahead of
> him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in line, the candy bar guy
> would not have won. I believe this is a false concept mathematically because
> every play of the lottery is random. I believe that the media is leading
> people astray in the mathematical reasoning behind this situation. It does
> make for good stories about not cutting in line and being a good citizen,
> but I don't believe the math supports the media story.
>
> To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is opened,
> shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me has his turn, a
> new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. There's no connection
> between my number and his. Or my place in line, or the day of the week or .
> . . anything. We just want to organize "random."
>
> My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?
>
>
> Tim Collins
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 08:28:21 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 10:28:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <AANLkTim_xU8x0FCfeuWGksd8WAwLh_STP6CqdKMbXzC2@mail.gmail.com>

Tim,
As has been said before, "Lotteries are a tax on people who are bad at math."
In the Illinois Lotto version (that was going to end forever all of
our problems with funding education), mathematically speaking the best
way to increase your winnings is to play the same number twice so you
will get 2/x of the winnings rather than 1/(x-1). If that doesn't cure
you...
David L

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr  1 08:29:03 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:29:03 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <383807706.2101895.1301671743726.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Has anyone else gone to their page "gmail.com/motion"?
Hilarious and well 'plotted' <G>

Another great "April 1st" from Google <VBG>

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Robert Duquette" <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>

I think I should have got a google phone instead of he one that I chose ...

http://mail.google.com/mail/help/motion.html

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 08:44:26 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:44:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <4D95E5D3.5040201@justbrits.com>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>
	<4D95E5D3.5040201@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <AANLkTikxYdk4U0geJE3de1s7Wb4XBP1NRD-ZP955h149@mail.gmail.com>

Has anyone else checked the date?
Hal

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 7:48 AM, Shop at " Just Brits "
<shop at justbrits.com>wrote:

> << I think I should have got a google phone... >>
>
> "Might" be OK for you and a lot of other Listers RD, but can you
> even imagine what would transpire for Frank C. [ last letter in
> Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] with "the hands in constant
> MOTION ?!?!?!?!?!  And what if the User was female with maiden
> name [ last letter in Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] ??????
>
> Phone would BREAK !!!  Maybe even "The Internet" would BREAK !!
>
> 'Hopper
>
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr  1 08:49:27 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 11:49:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <-2281878406483201476@unknownmsgid>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>,
	<-2281878406483201476@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w3541CDE1A05A60C1A115A0B8BE0@phx.gbl>

Well ... I think I may be helping them !! :)



> From: 72spridget at gmail.com
> Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:10:39 -0500
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
> To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca; spridgets at autox.team.net
>
> Wow you got them to help you perpetrate this!?!?
>
> David L
>
> On Apr 1, 2011, at 7:49, Robert Duquette <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
>
> > I think I should have got a google phone instead of he one that I chose
...
> >
> > http://mail.google.com/mail/help/motion.html

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr  1 08:52:12 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 11:52:12 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
In-Reply-To: <4D95E5D3.5040201@justbrits.com>
References: <BAY147-w12EA6FFE6A0047821A4A40B8BE0@phx.gbl>,
	<BAY147-w4B6620905D3A7EF17124DB8BE0@phx.gbl>,
	<4D95E5D3.5040201@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w28CABA2F18940DB8565652B8BE0@phx.gbl>

I do the hand gestures.  Must be the French in me.  ;)

On the other hand, I seem to mumble or at least not annunciate properly,
'cause voice control does not work for me.


> Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 09:48:51 -0500
> From: shop at justbrits.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] new gmail features - NO LBC
>
> << I think I should have got a google phone... >>
>
> "Might" be OK for you and a lot of other Listers RD, but can you
> even imagine what would transpire for Frank C. [ last letter in
> Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] with "the hands in constant
> MOTION ?!?!?!?!?! And what if the User was female with maiden
> name [ last letter in Last Name" is a VOWEL - * *i* * ] ??????
>
> Phone would BREAK !!! Maybe even "The Internet" would BREAK !!
>
> 'Hopper
> _______________________________________________

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Fri Apr  1 09:54:17 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:54:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <20110401165417.ARY5D.3953.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>

It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, and they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would have affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the tickets- it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got the winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where the ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line ahead of him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning ticket might have gone to someone in line behind him.

The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both tickets have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket you receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness that plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or taken a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might have been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different outcome.

The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each person has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or the card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn from a new deck by the lottery officials.

It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance might change.



> No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .
> 
> The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who 
> stepped out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in 
> liine ahead of him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in 
> line, the candy bar guy would not have won. I believe this is a false 
> concept mathematically because every play of the lottery is random. I 
> believe that the media is leading people astray in the mathematical 
> reasoning behind this situation. It does make for good stories about 
> not cutting in line and being a good citizen, but I don't believe the 
> math supports the media story.
> 
> To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is 
> opened, shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me 
> has his turn, a new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. 
> There's no connection between my number and his. Or my place in line, 
> or the day of the week or . . . anything. We just want to organize "random."
> 
> My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 09:54:24 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 09:54:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
Message-ID: <BANLkTimHDAAndmcTN+drogB5yk+682HT4w@mail.gmail.com>

There are other possibilities you perhaps are not considering.
Humor, Entertainment, Unrealistic Optimism among others.
A person can be mathematically astute and optimistically , or

Personally I did quite well in math, and am under no mistaken assumption
that winning big is even a remote possibility.
I'm pretty sure it's more likely money will fall from the sky and hit me,
killing me instantly than to win the lottery.
To me it's just a form of mindless entertainment, costing me no more than
what I might spend on a movie once in a while.
Some people go and lay down $13 (or more) to spend two hours in a dark room
with a bunch of strangers and try to be entertained by the latest crap put
out by Holly-weird.
There are many other stupid attempts to pass time in a humorous or
entertaining way out there that can cost more or less.
If you pay a buck and think about the stupid possibility that you may just
win the big one and then the time comes and you check your number and find
you are a loser you could choose to be amused.
Or think of it like the totem in the movie inception, losing = reality.

If you happen to win $1 or $30 or $100 then woohoo - you beat the odds.
If you roll whatever you win into the next cycle and keep that going for a
while?
I put in a buck a while back and have been playing solely with their money
since.
It's all in how you think about it, you make your choice and you live with
it.
Play, don't play, ridicule those who do - however there are 7 former
coworkers in New York right now who are happy they tossed a little money in,
and the 8th who "didn't feel lucky" that day.

Rick (lottery retirement plan?) Bastedo


From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
To: Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu>, Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 10:28:21 -0500
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic

Tim,
As has been said before, "Lotteries are a tax on people who are bad at
math."
In the Illinois Lotto version (that was going to end forever all of
our problems with funding education), mathematically speaking the best
way to increase your winnings is to play the same number twice so you
will get 2/x of the winnings rather than 1/(x-1). If that doesn't cure
you...
David L

From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 10:01:54 2011
From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 13:01:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <006301cbf066$3dafc150$b90f43f0$@net>
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On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM, Heard Saxon <heard at datatrontech.net> wrote:
Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America
ain't it.
_______________________________________________

It USED to be America... You will still be able to buy a gas guzzling,
oversized SUV next year because the profit and taxes are there for the
"MAN". But, try to buy a simple 100 watt incandescent light bulb next
year. They have been outlawed for retail sale because the are not
energy efficient enough! You'll have to buy CFLs in the future because
our elected servants know more than we do and by going to CFLs we will
shirk the mantle of foreing oil... It makes you wonder how much profit
there is in a $6 bulb compared to a pack of 4 for $1, doesn't it?

Face it, we have choices as long as some megacorporation or the
government gets a substatial piece of the action.
--
Kent
1960 Bugeye
1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr  1 10:20:59 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 13:20:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w43B9A63BC44DA8CFA016F4B8BE0@phx.gbl>

I would say that I don't know what algorithm they use to generate that
'random' number.  For all I know, the date, or the time or some portion of it
may be used.

Robert Duquette
Ottawa ON Canada



> Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 10:59:34 -0400
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> From: thcollin at mtu.edu
>
> or the day of the week or . . . anything. We just want to organize
"random."
>
> My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?
>
>
> Tim Collins

From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com  Fri Apr  1 10:42:12 2011
From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 10:42:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Memorial Gathering for Paul Asgeirsson
References: <e6241348a7b57547edf6eabff4b1745f@wordpress.com>
Message-ID: <C60EF8FA-4AB2-468B-B2DD-003D8FFBDEED@gerardsgarage.com>

In case anyone does not see this on the Memorial Page, I am passing  
this along.

Gerard

>
> A new comment on the post "Paul Asgeirsson - 6/11/1932 to 3/22/2011"  
> is waiting for your approval
> http://paulasgeirssonmemorial.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/hello-world/
>
> Author : Janene Asgeirsson
>
> Memorial Gathering for Paul Asgeirsson
>
> April 10, 2011 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
> At the home of Joey and Janene Asgeirsson
> 7705 Galleon Way, Carlsbad, CA  92009
>
> Please join us on April 10th to remember and honor the life of Paul  
> Asgeirsson. All are welcome and we appreciate your passing this  
> information on to any of Paul's friends or family who would like to  
> join us.

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 10:51:22 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:51:22 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTinphnSpLJ5ADJb-trJe3ExVGNdKOUkot1RwBiC=@mail.gmail.com>
References: <1691040788.1377529.1301624079363.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
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Message-ID: <AANLkTi=TDKcv46HzUvvmkEjL25T2+qufF180_OpSQx1=@mail.gmail.com>

Also, you will be needing to pay to have your burnt out pigtail lightbulb
removed, since it IS full of hazardous waste. It is NEVER about safer, or
"more energy efficient" it's about creating a newer, more difficult to
understand, "money stream"

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 12:01 PM, CosmicMag1380 <cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com>wrote:

> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM, Heard Saxon <heard at datatrontech.net>
> wrote:
> Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America
> ain't it.
> _______________________________________________
>
> It USED to be America... You will still be able to buy a gas guzzling,
> oversized SUV next year because the profit and taxes are there for the
> "MAN". But, try to buy a simple 100 watt incandescent light bulb next
> year. They have been outlawed for retail sale because the are not
> energy efficient enough! You'll have to buy CFLs in the future because
> our elected servants know more than we do and by going to CFLs we will
> shirk the mantle of foreing oil... It makes you wonder how much profit
> there is in a $6 bulb compared to a pack of 4 for $1, doesn't it?
>
> Face it, we have choices as long as some megacorporation or the
> government gets a substatial piece of the action.
> --
> Kent
> 1960 Bugeye
> 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...
> _______________________________________________
>
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From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 11:07:47 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 18:07:47 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <20110401165417.ARY5D.3953.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu><20110401165417.ARY5D.3953.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
Message-ID: <mailman.8.1301681281.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

The position in line may or may not have made a difference. It depends on how the "random" numbers are generated. There are so many different ways the random numbers could be generated that unless someone is knowledgeable about exactly how it was programmed it is impossible to know, but great to speculate about.

Steve 
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

-----Original Message-----
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Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:54:17 
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic

It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, and they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would have affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the tickets- it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got the winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where the ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line ahead of him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning ticket might have gone to someone in line behind him.

The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both tickets have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket you receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness that plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or taken a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might have been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different outcome.

The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each person has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or the card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn from a new deck by the lottery officials.

It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance might change.



> No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .
> 
> The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who 
> stepped out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in 
> liine ahead of him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in 
> line, the candy bar guy would not have won. I believe this is a false 
> concept mathematically because every play of the lottery is random. I 
> believe that the media is leading people astray in the mathematical 
> reasoning behind this situation. It does make for good stories about 
> not cutting in line and being a good citizen, but I don't believe the 
> math supports the media story.
> 
> To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is 
> opened, shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me 
> has his turn, a new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. 
> There's no connection between my number and his. Or my place in line, 
> or the day of the week or . . . anything. We just want to organize "random."
> 
> My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?
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From ah3000me at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 11:19:27 2011
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:19:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <20110401165417.ARY5D.3953.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
	<20110401165417.ARY5D.3953.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
Message-ID: <AANLkTi=xBbzTPGDFBtOSW+24GqArHrEj_U6GvgoA_h5C@mail.gmail.com>

Random numbers from a machine (aka computer) are not random at all, but
determined by the number generator's algorithm.   For any given seed, the
generator always returns the same sequence of "random" numbers.
Statistically-minded geeks refer to them as psuedo-random numbers.

- Tom

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 12:54 PM, <bjshov8 at tx.rr.com> wrote:

> It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought
> what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, and
> they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would have
> affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the tickets-
> it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another
> ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got the
> winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where the
> ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line ahead of
> him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning ticket
> might have gone to someone in line behind him.
>
> The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both tickets
> have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket you
> receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness that
> plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your
> windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or taken
> a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might have
> been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you
> can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different
> outcome.
>
> The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a
> certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck
> produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each person
> has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or the
> card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn from
> a new deck by the lottery officials.
>
> It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance
> might change.

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 11:25:57 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 13:25:57 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
Message-ID: <AANLkTikh5Jn4yR2qvRxcRMkTv2TT=FopmMSVKg2AxPEp@mail.gmail.com>

Sorry guys for the lmae question, I've only got email at the moment so
can't search the archives or manuals and my car's clear across town
with a dead battery.

What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?  (Hoping I can pick
one up on my way)

From jlaird237 at cox.net  Fri Apr  1 11:43:43 2011
From: jlaird237 at cox.net (Jack Laird)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 13:43:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
References: <1691040788.1377529.1301624079363.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net><4D953FA7.7090500@tx.rr.com>
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Message-ID: <2A279D40E56B438781BAFED2F60EA94F@personal>

What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs, 
emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there are 
lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "CosmicMag1380" <cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 12:01 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues


> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM, Heard Saxon <heard at datatrontech.net> 
> wrote:
> Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America
> ain't it.
> _______________________________________________
>
> It USED to be America... You will still be able to buy a gas guzzling,
> oversized SUV next year because the profit and taxes are there for the
> "MAN". But, try to buy a simple 100 watt incandescent light bulb next
> year. They have been outlawed for retail sale because the are not
> energy efficient enough! You'll have to buy CFLs in the future because
> our elected servants know more than we do and by going to CFLs we will
> shirk the mantle of foreing oil... It makes you wonder how much profit
> there is in a $6 bulb compared to a pack of 4 for $1, doesn't it?
>
> Face it, we have choices as long as some megacorporation or the
> government gets a substatial piece of the action.
> --
> Kent
> 1960 Bugeye
> 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...
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From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 12:02:58 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:02:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
	<AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <AANLkTim9H7aYmTKMdmjO3+jvGn00H2Q7e3MPN9nvR5sx@mail.gmail.com>

Curt,  While true if you play all the time you have a negative expected
value, once the lottery gets to be large (not sure of the exact number, say
over 150 million) it does have a positive expected outcome.

Strategy, play when it is over $150 million and cross your ringers just in
case!!!

have fun.

Steve

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com>wrote:

> Anyone who regularly plays the lottery failed math is school.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt
>
> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 7:59 AM, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:
>
> > No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .
> >
> > The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who stepped
> > out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in liine ahead of
> > him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in line, the candy bar
> guy
> > would not have won. I believe this is a false concept mathematically
> because
> > every play of the lottery is random. I believe that the media is leading
> > people astray in the mathematical reasoning behind this situation. It
> does
> > make for good stories about not cutting in line and being a good citizen,
> > but I don't believe the math supports the media story.
> >
> > To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is
> opened,
> > shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me has his turn,
> a
> > new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. There's no
> connection
> > between my number and his. Or my place in line, or the day of the week or
> .
> > . . anything. We just want to organize "random."
> >
> > My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?
> >
> >
> > Tim Collins
> >
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Apr  1 12:03:05 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:03:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
	<AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <EAD847F8510740749B2A81D08E682DD8@RickPC>

Not true.  The odds of winning are horrendous, but somebody wins every 
lottery.  If you don't buy a ticket you can't win.  Maybe it was you who 
failed math.    :-)

Rick

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Curt/Nancy Arndt" <cnaarndt at gmail.com>
To: "Tim Collins" <thcollin at mtu.edu>
Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 11:27 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic


> Anyone who regularly plays the lottery failed math is school.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt

From fastvee at yahoo.com  Fri Apr  1 12:16:03 2011
From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:16:03 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTikh5Jn4yR2qvRxcRMkTv2TT=FopmMSVKg2AxPEp@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <462325.13400.qm@web34407.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I just bought another Interstate MT-51R. 500 CCA and fits well behind the
larger heater in my 74. It's either a Kubota Tractor battery or for a Honda,
but works well in a Spridget. MSRP is around $96, and I paid $90.
John
Fogelsville, PA

--- On Fri, 4/1/11, J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:

Sorry guys for the lmae question, I've only got email at the moment so
can't search the archives or manuals and my car's clear across town
with a dead battery.

What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?  (Hoping I can pick
one up on my way)

From stevenm at optonline.net  Fri Apr  1 12:27:22 2011
From: stevenm at optonline.net (=?utf-8?B?U3RldmVuIE1pY2hlbHNlbg==?=)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:27:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] =?utf-8?q?The_Lottery_-_off_topic?=
Message-ID: <7711da$1j0g8r@lnxipc002-in.nmcc.sprintspectrum.com>

If the time is a variable in the figuring of the random number, then every millisecond would produce a different number.

Steve

----- Reply message -----
From: "Tom" <ah3000me at gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Apr 1, 2011 2:19 pm
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>

Random numbers from a machine (aka computer) are not random at all, but
determined by the number generator's algorithm.   For any given seed, the
generator always returns the same sequence of "random" numbers.
Statistically-minded geeks refer to them as psuedo-random numbers.

- Tom

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 12:54 PM, <bjshov8 at tx.rr.com> wrote:

> It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought
> what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, and
> they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would have
> affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the tickets-
> it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another
> ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got the
> winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where the
> ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line ahead of
> him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning ticket
> might have gone to someone in line behind him.
>
> The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both tickets
> have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket you
> receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness that
> plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your
> windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or taken
> a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might have
> been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you
> can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different
> outcome.
>
> The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a
> certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck
> produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each person
> has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or the
> card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn from
> a new deck by the lottery officials.
>
> It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance
> might change.
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Fri Apr  1 12:28:14 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:28:14 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
Message-ID: <4ced01cbf0a2$f1f9a8b0$056a010a@mail2world.com>

LEDs?
 
Light up quicker than incandecents!
 
Of course, they cost more....
 
-=Chris

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

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

 	  	 From: Jack Laird [jlaird237 at cox.net]
Sent: 4/1/2011 1:43:43 PM
To: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com;spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues 

What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs, 
emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there
are 
lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill. 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "CosmicMag1380" <cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com> 
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 12:01 PM 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues 


> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM, Heard Saxon <heard at datatrontech.net> 
> wrote: 
> Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want? This is America 
> ain't it. 
> _______________________________________________ 
> 
> It USED to be America... You will still be able to buy a gas guzzling,
> oversized SUV next year because the profit and taxes are there for the
> "MAN". But, try to buy a simple 100 watt incandescent light bulb next 
> year. They have been outlawed for retail sale because the are not 
> energy efficient enough! You'll have to buy CFLs in the future because
> our elected servants know more than we do and by going to CFLs we will
> shirk the mantle of foreing oil... It makes you wonder how much profit
> there is in a $6 bulb compared to a pack of 4 for $1, doesn't it? 
> 
> Face it, we have choices as long as some megacorporation or the 
> government gets a substatial piece of the action. 
> -- 
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> 1960 Bugeye 
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Fri Apr  1 12:35:26 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:35:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
Message-ID: <4df801cbf0a3$f380c870$056a010a@mail2world.com>

I don't know what battery is stock, but I have one for a Honda Civic in
mine - probably a late 80's/90s model.


Chris King
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 <-----Original Message----->

 	  	 From: J Foster [tr3.4.me at gmail.com]
Sent: 4/1/2011 1:25:57 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size 

Sorry guys for the lmae question, I've only got email at the moment so 
can't search the archives or manuals and my car's clear across town 
with a dead battery. 

What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget? (Hoping I can pick 
one up on my way) 
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr  1 12:45:34 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 19:45:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <831795452.2106201.1301687125094.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
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Battery BCI # : 51R

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "J Foster" <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>

What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?  (Hoping I can pick
one up on my way)

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Apr  1 12:52:45 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:52:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <EAD847F8510740749B2A81D08E682DD8@RickPC>
Message-ID: <C9BB7B1D.2F0C3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Every time I don't play, it's like winning a dollar.

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 12:57:15 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:57:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <2A279D40E56B438781BAFED2F60EA94F@personal>
References: <1691040788.1377529.1301624079363.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
	<4D953FA7.7090500@tx.rr.com> <006301cbf066$3dafc150$b90f43f0$@net>
	<AANLkTinphnSpLJ5ADJb-trJe3ExVGNdKOUkot1RwBiC=@mail.gmail.com>
	<2A279D40E56B438781BAFED2F60EA94F@personal>
Message-ID: <AANLkTikJ8oQ3hRQ9NzAH7g+p=Pcww9f+9=ZmxdDNm0Qm@mail.gmail.com>

> What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs,
> emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there are
> lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill.

Ya know, I have some of the twisties in my house that light up slowly,
but those are the early ones. The new ones light up quickly enough...
if they aren't outside in the winter. What are you supposed to use for
a porch light in Chicagoland?
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 12:59:50 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:59:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <EAD847F8510740749B2A81D08E682DD8@RickPC>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
	<AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
	<EAD847F8510740749B2A81D08E682DD8@RickPC>
Message-ID: <AANLkTikgnoYS9UB6yctnLsecnoGHtDixxJvTJJwUxvT2@mail.gmail.com>

> Not true.  The odds of winning are horrendous, but somebody wins every
> lottery.  If you don't buy a ticket you can't win.  Maybe it was you who
> failed math.    :-)

And that is not true, either. Lotto frequently rolls over because no
one won that week.
Remember, they do not build casinos and pay the astronomical taxes on
them out of the people who win there.
David L

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Apr  1 13:08:10 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:08:10 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <4ced01cbf0a2$f1f9a8b0$056a010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <C9BB7EBA.2F0C8%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> LEDs?
They're just so Seventies. They're also too directional to light up a room
or stairwell. 

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 13:13:24 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:13:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BMC 948 race engine ID?
Message-ID: <AANLkTi=UzLAEWRfxh4EVqUAMZewAFexu3BFnHe3LxBHG@mail.gmail.com>

List,

I am trying to get a better idea about the history of an engine I bought
years ago.  It is a purpose build BMC 948 race engine.  I bought it from
someone who claimed it was built for formula jr. racing.

The valve cover says "BMC" and has fine print noting the valve adjustment
should be 0.10".  Internally the parts are all different from a stock 948.
The crank has narrower bearing journals, the connecting rods are different.
The head came ported. The valve rockers are cast and no springs to keep the
rocker in place but sleeves on the shaft that supports the rockers. Pistons
are flat tops .060" over. I bought it in the 70's unused on a crate from a
someone who new very little about it.

Unfortunately, a shop that rebuilt it years ago, removed the engine sticker
so I do not have a number to go from.

Anybody have any idea how to ID it?  below are some links to pictures.

Thanks for any ideas or sources of information.

Steve



https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/j1C9Up5ctDx8pH9OfWQWp_XQsBXC9S32L-PXMPTwIwE?feat=directlink

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/AyXt9QUYgX2aBlKUvP6pgvXQsBXC9S32L-PXMPTwIwE?feat=directlink

From miniac7 at aol.com  Fri Apr  1 13:37:57 2011
From: miniac7 at aol.com (miniac7 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:37:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <462325.13400.qm@web34407.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8CDBEC3D1CF35AD-1C14-1E455@webmail-d050.sysops.aol.com>

You mean to say this list sill acts as a resource for occasionally exchanging
information relative to Spridgets?....sweeeet !

Howard






-----Original Message-----
From: fastvee <fastvee at yahoo.com>
To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>; J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
Sent: Fri, Apr 1, 2011 3:16 pm
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] battery size


I just bought another Interstate MT-51R. 500 CCA and fits well behind the
arger heater in my 74. It's either a Kubota Tractor battery or for a Honda,
ut works well in a Spridget. MSRP is around $96, and I paid $90.
ohn
ogelsville, PA
--- On Fri, 4/1/11, J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:
Sorry guys for the lmae question, I've only got email at the moment so
an't search the archives or manuals and my car's clear across town
ith a dead battery.
What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?  (Hoping I can pick
ne up on my way)
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From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 13:39:54 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:39:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <635383471.2106209.1301687134394.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <831795452.2106201.1301687125094.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
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51R  Thanks, that's what I was looking for.


On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 2:45 PM, Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote:
> Battery BCI # : 51R
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
>
> What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Apr  1 13:41:01 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:41:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Now light bulbs
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTi=TDKcv46HzUvvmkEjL25T2+qufF180_OpSQx1=@mail.gmail.com>
References: <1691040788.1377529.1301624079363.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
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	<AANLkTinphnSpLJ5ADJb-trJe3ExVGNdKOUkot1RwBiC=@mail.gmail.com>
	<AANLkTi=TDKcv46HzUvvmkEjL25T2+qufF180_OpSQx1=@mail.gmail.com>
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On 4/1/2011 1:51 PM, Brad Fornal wrote:
> Also, you will be needing to pay to have your burnt out pigtail lightbulb
> removed, since it IS full of hazardous waste. It is NEVER about safer, or
> "more energy efficient" it's about creating a newer, more difficult to
> understand, "money stream"
Oh yeah, there is a group of nice folks handing out these curly slow 
light up bulbs around town.
They are called the Porch Lighters or something like that.
I was home when one of them tried to hand me a bulb.
Now the fun began!
I said no thanks, they are ALL made in china, I do not want to put any 
more Americans out of work by using chinese bulbs.
Besides, did YOU ever read the hazard warning on the box?
It says that if a bulb breaks, evacuate the room, call haz mat because 
of the mercury in the bulb.
The box says that the spent bulb MUST be recycled at a mercury recycling 
center, my local mercury recycle center is in Trenton, 50 miles away,
Well what the hell did that just do to my carbon footprint?
And can you tell me Mr. Porch light man, just what do the chinese do 
with the mercury waste from manufacturing all these bulbs?
I think I know, they just pour it into their rivers to poison the fish 
they catch and sell to us.

I did by a 3 pack of these things a few years back, 7 year bulbs as the 
package said.
They all burned out in a couple months.
No thanks, I'll by US made incandesents.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 13:44:08 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:44:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <C9BB7EBA.2F0C8%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <4ced01cbf0a2$f1f9a8b0$056a010a@mail2world.com>
	<C9BB7EBA.2F0C8%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <AANLkTinJtxVgGhc9tVje_3_TFN525f-N9cBsJgn-kNwV@mail.gmail.com>

Some of the newer ones actually do a fairly good job of spreading the
light.  Of course they're in the $20 - 25 EACH price range!

The bright side (pardon the pun) is that they use a remarkably low
amount of power even compared to CFLs and are instant on.


On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 3:08 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>> LEDs?
> They're just so Seventies. They're also too directional to light up a room
> or stairwell.
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From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 13:39:31 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 20:39:31 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
Message-ID: <mailman.9.1301691309.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

The new LED lights are pretty good. They are still a bit expensive. I have tried 2 different types and they work very well.

Steve
------Original Message------
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Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Chris King
To: jlaird237 at cox.net
Cc: spridgets
Cc: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
Sent: Apr 1, 2011 4:08 PM

> LEDs?
They're just so Seventies. They're also too directional to light up a room
or stairwell. 
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 13:58:07 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:58:07 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTikJ8oQ3hRQ9NzAH7g+p=Pcww9f+9=ZmxdDNm0Qm@mail.gmail.com>
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	<AANLkTinphnSpLJ5ADJb-trJe3ExVGNdKOUkot1RwBiC=@mail.gmail.com>
	<2A279D40E56B438781BAFED2F60EA94F@personal>
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Porch light??  Us an infrared bulb. Aggressors will be lit up nicely in your
IR scope!!  You can drop 'em before they even know they are illuminated!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 2:57 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> > What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs,
> > emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there
> are
> > lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill.
>
> Ya know, I have some of the twisties in my house that light up slowly,
> but those are the early ones. The new ones light up quickly enough...
> if they aren't outside in the winter. What are you supposed to use for
> a porch light in Chicagoland?
> David L
> ________

From grday at btinternet.com  Fri Apr  1 14:02:06 2011
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 22:02:06 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
References: <C9BB7EBA.2F0C8%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <A1B8DBAECDD9446AB998C9623E1C74B4@user8634b3d69b>

NO, no, no Billy,
LEDs are the lighting system of the future.  Way, way ahead of every other 
commercial lighting system.  They are virtually instantiations, cheaper to 
run than any other lighting method and are versatile with several colours 
and brightness levels but they do have a low heat output.  Normally rated 
for 10,000 hours of use.

They are used for street lights, for lighting tunnels, for spotlights, for 
vehicle lighting, replacing strip lights and just about everywhere a light 
is needed there is a LED application.  Do not think they are Seventies or 
too directional, you will find they are the lights for the next generation. 
There are problems in getting the electrical supply down to the correct 
levels and because of this they do fail.  I get a supply of LED bulbs for 
playing with from mains voltage GU10s and it is usually the voltage 
regulator within the cap that has failed.  If the LED has failed it is 
usually because it has been fed too high a voltage (Chinese voltage 
regulators!).

Guy R Day




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Billy Zoom" <>
To: "Chris King" <>
Cc: <spridgets at autox.team.net>; >
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 9:08 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues


>> LEDs?
> They're just so Seventies. They're also too directional to light up a room
> or stairwell.
> _______________________________________________

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 14:07:54 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:07:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <8CDBEC3D1CF35AD-1C14-1E455@webmail-d050.sysops.aol.com>
References: <462325.13400.qm@web34407.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<8CDBEC3D1CF35AD-1C14-1E455@webmail-d050.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <AANLkTi=HWiOC5m_LRKogX89k597dRunP+5YEyV7Pymag@mail.gmail.com>

> You mean to say this list sill acts as a resource for occasionally exchanging
> information relative to Spridgets?....sweeeet !

April Fools!

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Apr  1 14:10:42 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:10:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <8CDBEC3D1CF35AD-1C14-1E455@webmail-d050.sysops.aol.com>
References: <462325.13400.qm@web34407.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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Message-ID: <9780D7DAB4764E96AA38F5E886F82E20@spider>

April Fool's

====================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of miniac7 at aol.com
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 1:38 PM
To: fastvee at yahoo.com; spridgets at autox.team.net; tr3.4.me at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] battery size

You mean to say this list sill acts as a resource for occasionally
exchanging
information relative to Spridgets?....sweeeet !

Howard

====================================
-----Original Message-----
From: fastvee <fastvee at yahoo.com>
To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>; J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
Sent: Fri, Apr 1, 2011 3:16 pm
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] battery size

I just bought another Interstate MT-51R. 500 CCA and fits well behind the
arger heater in my 74. It's either a Kubota Tractor battery or for a Honda,
ut works well in a Spridget. MSRP is around $96, and I paid $90.
ohn
ogelsville, PA
--- On Fri, 4/1/11, J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:
Sorry guys for the lmae question, I've only got email at the moment so
an't search the archives or manuals and my car's clear across town
ith a dead battery.
What size battery do I need for the '73 Midget?  (Hoping I can pick
ne up on my way)
uggested annual donation  $12.75
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From hgmiller3 at qwest.net  Fri Apr  1 14:14:36 2011
From: hgmiller3 at qwest.net (Herbert Miller)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:14:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTim9H7aYmTKMdmjO3+jvGn00H2Q7e3MPN9nvR5sx@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9c4a79$bkd4n8@email.mtu.edu>
	<AANLkTi=aabFUStBUab0hUbjbBJF-63ekJ=hSZxxs-Z6J@mail.gmail.com>
	<AANLkTim9H7aYmTKMdmjO3+jvGn00H2Q7e3MPN9nvR5sx@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00c101cbf0b1$cf3955f0$6dac01d0$@qwest.net>

When the lottery gets really big, there are lots of news stories about it.
More people buy tickets. The chance of more than one winner goes up. How do
you incorporate this additional variable in calculating the positive
outcome?
Herb Miller


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Steven Guterman
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 2:03 PM
To: Curt/Nancy Arndt
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic

Curt,  While true if you play all the time you have a negative expected
value, once the lottery gets to be large (not sure of the exact number, say
over 150 million) it does have a positive expected outcome.

Strategy, play when it is over $150 million and cross your ringers just in
case!!!

have fun.

Steve

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com>wrote:

> Anyone who regularly plays the lottery failed math is school.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt
>
> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 7:59 AM, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:
>
> > No April foolery stuff here, but scratch your head about this. . .
> >
> > The news media is making a big deal about the lottery winner who 
> > stepped out of line to get a candy bar and then someone stepped in 
> > liine ahead of him. The insinuation is that had the guy not cut in 
> > line, the candy bar
> guy
> > would not have won. I believe this is a false concept mathematically
> because
> > every play of the lottery is random. I believe that the media is 
> > leading people astray in the mathematical reasoning behind this 
> > situation. It
> does
> > make for good stories about not cutting in line and being a good 
> > citizen, but I don't believe the math supports the media story.
> >
> > To me this is like stepping to the counter, a new deck of cards is
> opened,
> > shuffled, and I get to pick a card. When the guy behind me has his 
> > turn,
> a
> > new deck is opened, shuffled and a card given to him. There's no
> connection
> > between my number and his. Or my place in line, or the day of the 
> > week or
> .
> > . . anything. We just want to organize "random."
> >
> > My wife says I'm wrong. LOL What do you say?
> >
> >
> > Tim Collins
> >
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Fri Apr  1 14:40:43 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 17:40:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
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There is a whole science involved in the study of random numbers, and it is hard to make them truly random.

Someone mentioned time, and that is a variable that might be significant.  My contention was that the first person in line got a certain set of numbers and the second person got another set, but since these machines are networked across a large region, if the guy had spent a few more seconds determining which candy bar he wanted, it could have changed the outcome of which numbers he got.  It's still random and until the winning numbers are drawn, any given set of numbers are as good as any other set of numbers.

There is only one thing you can say for certain about a lottery- the person that wins is the person that bought a ticket, the people that don't buy tickets will never win.


> Random numbers from a machine (aka computer) are not random at all, but
> determined by the number generator's algorithm.   For any given seed, the
> generator always returns the same sequence of "random" numbers.
> Statistically-minded geeks refer to them as psuedo-random numbers.
> 
> - Tom
> 
> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 12:54 PM, <bjshov8 at tx.rr.com> wrote:
> 
> > It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought
> > what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, and
> > they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would have
> > affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the tickets-
> > it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another
> > ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got the
> > winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where the
> > ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line ahead of
> > him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning ticket
> > might have gone to someone in line behind him.
> >
> > The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both tickets
> > have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket you
> > receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness that
> > plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your
> > windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or taken
> > a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might have
> > been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you
> > can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different
> > outcome.
> >
> > The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a
> > certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck
> > produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each person
> > has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or the
> > card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn from
> > a new deck by the lottery officials.
> >
> > It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance
> > might change.
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Apr  1 14:41:51 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:41:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
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What an incredibly bright (pun intended) thing to say.


-----Original Message----- 
From: Jim Johnson
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 3:58 PM
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues

Porch light??  Us an infrared bulb. Aggressors will be lit up nicely in your
IR scope!!  You can drop 'em before they even know they are illuminated!

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 2:57 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> > What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs,
> > emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there
> are
> > lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill.
>
> Ya know, I have some of the twisties in my house that light up slowly,
> but those are the early ones. The new ones light up quickly enough...
> if they aren't outside in the winter. What are you supposed to use for
> a porch light in Chicagoland?
> David L
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Fri Apr  1 14:43:37 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 17:43:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
In-Reply-To: <2A279D40E56B438781BAFED2F60EA94F@personal>
Message-ID: <20110401214337.BDAEE.118842.root@cdptpa-web18-z02>

LED bulbs are coming on the market too, those are probably pretty fast to respond.

The screw-in FL bulbs that I've had seemed to come on pretty quickly, they were just dim and had bad color.  Our kitchen has a big fluorescent fixture in the ceiling.  I got tired of it flickering and so forth to I bought an electronic ballast at HomeDepot.  Now it comes on almost instantly and never flickers.

I'm not up on the law regarding bulbs but there may be exemptions for certain uses.



 
> What I really wonder about is: What you use on the basement stairs, 
> emergency exit areas, fire houses, police stations, etc. I supose there are 
> lots of places where lack of an instant light would kill.
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "CosmicMag1380" <cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com>
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 12:01 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
> 
> 
> > On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM, Heard Saxon <heard at datatrontech.net> 
> > wrote:
> > Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America
> > ain't it.
> > _______________________________________________
> >
> > It USED to be America... You will still be able to buy a gas guzzling,
> > oversized SUV next year because the profit and taxes are there for the
> > "MAN". But, try to buy a simple 100 watt incandescent light bulb next
> > year. They have been outlawed for retail sale because the are not
> > energy efficient enough! You'll have to buy CFLs in the future because
> > our elected servants know more than we do and by going to CFLs we will
> > shirk the mantle of foreing oil... It makes you wonder how much profit
> > there is in a $6 bulb compared to a pack of 4 for $1, doesn't it?
> >
> > Face it, we have choices as long as some megacorporation or the
> > government gets a substatial piece of the action.
> > --
> > Kent
> > 1960 Bugeye
> > 1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 14:52:57 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:52:57 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Impala vise Cadillac
Message-ID: <AANLkTin1gAkwgLvCMBr3yKReCRJE-MGccdFtsMKr=tUX@mail.gmail.com>

This was from several years ago and I am not sure if it still holds true
today. .  but after thinking about it at the time .  it made sense.

This was from around the early 1980's.  For some reason it has stayed with
me, often when I would see a standard type Chevy from the era compared to a
Cadillac of the same era.

It was said by a GM executive that a Cadillac costs GM only $200.0 more to
build than say a standard size Chevy, such as the Impala of the day.  . .
yet of course the markup price to the customer was far more than a mere
$200.0.

I wonder how close those numbers hold true today?

It would not surprise me if the same situation still exists.  Possibly not
at the same level of difference. .  but still within a margin of difference
that would be surprising to many people.

Kirk

From cathe125 at suddenlink.net  Fri Apr  1 15:31:00 2011
From: cathe125 at suddenlink.net (cathey speichinger)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 17:31:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
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Not the new ones

Leo

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 3:08 PM
To: Chris King; jlaird237 at cox.net
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net; cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues

> LEDs?
They're just so Seventies. They're also too directional to light up a room
or stairwell. 
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr  1 15:32:54 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 15:32:54 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Impala vise Cadillac
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An interesting discussion.

My poor experiences in owning GM vehicles prejudices me against buying one 
today. I completely agree that the quality has increased 10-fold compared to the 
junk they were pushing out in the 70's, but as a current owner of a 95 Chevy 
pickup one thing that hasn't completely changed for the better is the dealer 
experience. Obviously I am only speaking for dealers in my area, but in 
expertise as well as their facilities, they seem stuck in past.

 jay




________________________________
From: Kirk Hargreaves <khargreaves2 at gmail.com>

It was said by a GM executive that a Cadillac costs GM only $200.0 more to
build than say a standard size Chevy, such as the Impala of the day.  . .
yet of course the markup price to the customer was far more than a mere
$200.0.

I wonder how close those numbers hold true today?

It would not surprise me if the same situation still exists.  Possibly not
at the same level of difference. .  but still within a margin of difference
that would be surprising to many people.

Kirk

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Apr  1 16:50:29 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:50:29 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
In-Reply-To: <4df801cbf0a3$f380c870$056a010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <C9BBB2D5.2F0EB%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I thought they all used a regular group 24. Almost any battery will fit. The
important thing is to get one with the terminals on the correct sides, and
away from the fire wall.
BZ

From billgilroy at live.com  Fri Apr  1 19:12:24 2011
From: billgilroy at live.com (Bill Gilroy)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 19:12:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues
Message-ID: <snt0-eas390F4F8E6DFCEE3F7555CC0AEA10@phx.gbl>

What kind of car?

Sent from my Windows Phone

-----Original Message-----
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com
Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 8:09 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 2010 GMC Hassles and Issues



> Go back to the original post- someone said they saw a truck on a lot with a
> sticker price of $75,000, and asked "who would buy one of these?"  Someone
> else mentioned that Lincoln and Cadillac make trucks and asked "why would
> someone want to buy one of these?"  You have provided one answer to the
> question.  (other people provided a similar answer)
>
> People can and do buy whatever they want (although I'll not live long
enough
> to count the number of people that tell me what I can and can't buy).  In
my
> town I see many people driving pickups and SUV's, and most likely they
never
> use them for their intended purpose.  I see many SUV's driving around that
> have probably never driven off of pavement.  My comment was "I don't
> understand why someone would WANT to buy one if they didn't need it or
> couldn't use it".  I could buy a pickup, and I've owned 3 of them in the
past,
> but I don't want to put up with the negatives of it.  I could buy an SUV
and
> that is something that I would actually use some, but it wouldn't work well
> for my daily driving so I don't want to put up with it.  My daily driving
> works better for me with a small car, so that is what I drive.  (Well it
does
> have 400hp though.)  And I'm sure there are a lot of people driving pickups
> and SUV's that would be quick to tell me that I don't need to have the kind
of
> car that I have.
>
>
>> Well, why can't I just buy whatever the hell I want?  This is America
ain't
>> it.  Hell, I don't 'need' an LBC but I have 2 of them.  I don't 'need' a
>> motorcycle, but I have 2 of those also.  I don't 'need' a boat or a
> tractor,
>> but...well, you get the idea.  I don't get this.
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Apr  1 19:19:05 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 22:19:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] battery size
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On 4/1/2011 7:50 PM, Billy Zoom wrote:
> I thought they all used a regular group 24. Almost any battery will fit. The
> important thing is to get one with the terminals on the correct sides, and
> away from the fire wall.
>
Billy, all up to 1969 (at least 67) used a group 24, after that, they 
changed the heater and went to a smaller battery.
Group 51 I think, not positive on that.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr  1 19:43:49 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 22:43:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
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Perhaps.  When I forget to buy a ticket, I say that I won $2.  ( As I saved
the purchase price; aka: 'voluntary taxation'. ) :)

Robert


> Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 17:40:43 -0400
> From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com

> There is only one thing you can say for certain about a lottery- the person
that wins is the person that bought a ticket, the people that don't buy
tickets will never win.

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Fri Apr  1 22:26:30 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 22:26:30 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
Message-ID: <BANLkTikz0N5oNosbYgkhJgibpummiCeMvQ@mail.gmail.com>

2+2=5 for extremely large values of 2
You are only slightly more likely to win if you play.
At the same time you are almost totally unlikely to win if you do not play.

From billgilroy at live.com  Fri Apr  1 22:51:17 2011
From: billgilroy at live.com (William M. Gilroy)
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 22:51:17 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
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I sometimes like to purchase the number 1-2-3-4-5-6.  It tends to freak out 
the clerks.  Those numbers can lead to quite the "debate" in the liquor 
store :-)

-g


-----Original Message----- 
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Sent: Friday, April 01, 2011 2:40 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic

There is a whole science involved in the study of random numbers, and it is 
hard to make them truly random.

Someone mentioned time, and that is a variable that might be significant. 
My contention was that the first person in line got a certain set of numbers 
and the second person got another set, but since these machines are 
networked across a large region, if the guy had spent a few more seconds 
determining which candy bar he wanted, it could have changed the outcome of 
which numbers he got.  It's still random and until the winning numbers are 
drawn, any given set of numbers are as good as any other set of numbers.

There is only one thing you can say for certain about a lottery- the person 
that wins is the person that bought a ticket, the people that don't buy 
tickets will never win.


> Random numbers from a machine (aka computer) are not random at all, but
> determined by the number generator's algorithm.   For any given seed, the
> generator always returns the same sequence of "random" numbers.
> Statistically-minded geeks refer to them as psuedo-random numbers.
>
> - Tom
>
> On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 12:54 PM, <bjshov8 at tx.rr.com> wrote:
>
> > It depends on what type of ticket the guy bought.  If both people bought
> > what we call a "quick pick" where the machine assigns numbers for you, 
> > and
> > they bought the same number of tickets, then his position in line would 
> > have
> > affected his results.  The machine doesn't know who is buying the 
> > tickets-
> > it prints out one ticket with random numbers, then it prints out another
> > ticket with random numbers.  Whatever person got the second ticket got 
> > the
> > winning numbers.  It could have just as easily been the opposite- where 
> > the
> > ticket with the winning numbers went to the person that cut in line 
> > ahead of
> > him.  If the person had not cut in line in front of him, the winning 
> > ticket
> > might have gone to someone in line behind him.
> >
> > The randomness is that before the winning numbers are drawn, both 
> > tickets
> > have the exact same odds of winning so it doesn't matter which ticket 
> > you
> > receive.  And a person's position in line is a part of the randomness 
> > that
> > plays into this.  If you drive to work one day and a rock hits your
> > windshield you could think "if only I had driven earlier, or later, or 
> > taken
> > a different road...", but if you had taken a different road you might 
> > have
> > been hit by a truck.  You never know and you will never know because you
> > can't take it back and do it a different way to check for a different
> > outcome.
> >
> > The same with the decks of cards- the first deck of cards produces a
> > certain card, which goes to the first person in line.  The second deck
> > produces a certain card, which goes to the next person in line.  Each 
> > person
> > has the same odds of receiving a specific card as the other person.  Or 
> > the
> > card that each person receives has the same odds of being the one drawn 
> > from
> > a new deck by the lottery officials.
> >
> > It is only after the numbers or cards are drawn that their significance
> > might change.
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From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 09:41:39 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 12:41:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
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Ok so we are working on the car today and we have spark back. Now as we try to
start the car it spins then it acts if something catches and stops the spin.
We are also getting some Pufft out the tail pipe. Any suggestions? Any one
close enough to come give us a hand ?

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On Mar 27, 2011, at 9:49 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> It acts just as if you were turning the key off and on. YUa know, no power,
ig
> on and backfire.
>
> So we are looking at the connector between the ignition switch and the
wiring
> harness.
>
> Larry
>
> On Mar 27, 2011, at 9:11 PM, BJNoSHOV8 wrote:
>
>> When I've seen surging it was due to too much ignition advance.
>>
>> Backfiring is definitely too much ignition advance.
>>
>> Well it's pretty hard for a running car to develop too much ignition
> advance.  If the distributor is loose it will usually retard itself rather
> than advancing itself.   But, if something happens to the distributor cap
or
> rotor, it could cause the the same result.
>>
>>
>>
>>> surging, badly!!
>>>
>>> and backfiring visibly in the dark. At least the Statie prolly thought so
> as we drove down I-195 at 40 miles an hour in the dark.
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From kgb at frontiernet.net  Sat Apr  2 09:42:17 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 16:42:17 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] SUVs and pickups
In-Reply-To: <805112140.1397978.1301762343784.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <1108994854.1398009.1301762537216.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Is it conceivable that some people might actually have the need for both? I drive my small truck (Jeep Comanche) as my daily driver. I can pick up animal feed, lumber, or other items that would not fit in a car trunk without driving home and changing vehicles. He also gets 25 miles per gallon, so he does as well as most modern fuel efficient passenger cars, and better than some. His main disadvantage is the fact that he can only carry one passenger.

On the days that I have human company, the Jeep Cherokee has almost all the advantages of the Comanche, with the added benefit of being able to carry more than one passenger. He still has 4WD that is needed for many of my local roads, year round, not just during winter. Since his gearing is slightly different, he averages around 33 MPG on the highway. Again, as well or better than many modern vehicles. With the rear seat folded down, I can still carry feed and supplies without driving home to change vehicles, but that reduces him to a one passenger vehicle.

I also have the Chrysler convertible for fun and personal enjoyment. He averages over 40 MPG on the highway, so he is a very comfortable economy car that also has style and flair that is lacking on any of the rubber stamped econoclones, regardless of manufacturer. No, I don't need him, any more than I need my Spridget. I just happen to like him and find him more useful than a TV that is bigger than my wall or a stereo system that will break windows 20 miles away, so whose business is it to tell me that I shouldn't have him? He also has sentimental value, as he was the last Christmas present Gary gave me prior to his death.

Kate

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 09:48:33 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 12:48:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
Message-ID: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>

P.S. We are at Larry's house. 

Sent from my iPhone

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Apr  2 10:31:46 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 10:31:46 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <D632CFBB-5CAC-4974-ACCE-279A565FB231@comcast.net>
References: <1849284320.2003361.1301076384520.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net><A53C59C6-20B3-4384-8433-00100FE53450@mac.com><4D8FE048.8030607@tx.rr.com><4A78BDD0-60CB-48F7-9EB9-316493EAACC1@mac.com>
	<D632CFBB-5CAC-4974-ACCE-279A565FB231@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BCAACEFAEE5D46E6805018F10E7BE703@spider>

Have you had the spark plugs wires off? If so, double check they got back on
in the right order.
My 1979 starts this way; it'll try to fire and the starter kicks out. Couple
of tries more and it starts. I know my carb needs to be rebuilt. ...bill in
corvallis
=============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kristi & Lambert
Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2011 9:42 AM
To: Macy Larry
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget

Ok so we are working on the car today and we have spark back. Now as we try
to
start the car it spins then it acts if something catches and stops the spin.
We are also getting some Pufft out the tail pipe. Any suggestions? Any one
close enough to come give us a hand ?

Sent from my iPhone

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 10:36:06 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 10:36:06 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <AANLkTikS0yHbboMQdLeXR=qtgjA9tWN+LOUcU6U-C=B8@mail.gmail.com>

Do you have gas?
Do you have spark? At the right time?
Had a car jump time once, that could cause lack of running.
Weak starter getting released at the first sign of ignition?  BTDT.
 When "something catches and stops the spin" does it happen suddenly or does
the starter just spin freely without turning the engine over?
Hal

On Sat, Apr 2, 2011 at 9:48 AM, Kristi & Lambert <kristi74midget at comcast.net
> wrote:

> P.S. We are at Larry's house.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 11:59:18 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 14:59:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
Message-ID: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>

Well my son and I finally picked up the 100 year old lathe.
Talk about heavy! We had to take just about each part off and both of us 
had to carry each part.
The chassis which just holds it all unbolted from the legs was all we 
could do with lumber, jacks, hoists, and dollies
To get it down from it's legs which each weigh over 100 lbs, and the 
roll it out to the truck and now we have to lift it into the truck bed.
Well it's all in my truck now and we are both too whooped to unload it.
There are several chucks, one had to be rolled like a wheel out of the 
garage, probably 200 lbs.
  It works great and I know it will last another 100 years. Made in 
Cincinnati, USA by American tool.

See it here.

  http://s445.photobucket.com/albums/qq179/spritenut/?action=view&current=lathe2.jpg

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 12:45:29 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 19:45:29 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] BMC 948 race engine ID?
In-Reply-To: <20110401.170202.25511.0@webmail19.dca.untd.com>
References: <20110401.170202.25511.0@webmail19.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <mailman.11.1301773540.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

Mark,

Thanks for your quick response. The engine is out of the car but still assembled so I do not have access to the internals, yet. I may need to open it up. 

The head has the numbers 2A629 stamped between cylinders 1and 2 and the numbers:

  RMO
21086
   8

Between 3 and 4

The block has the standard 950 cast and the numbers 2A799

I am not sure which hex bolt you mean - are they on under the backing plate which covers the oil pump or on the side? 

If on the side then just a single hex bolt threaded down to what looks like an area near the cam.

BTM the flywheel while steel was very nicely lightened by removing much of the material on the back.

Steve


Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

-----Original Message-----
From: "Mark Haynes" <haynes386 at netzero.com>
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2011 23:02:02 
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Cc: <an5.sprite at gmail.com>
Subject: RE:  [Spridgets] BMC 948 race engine ID?

Need some more information, Steve- On the block back by the oil pump, are there 2 Hex Head plugs safety wired together, or just the one standard fill port? Are the con rods full floating (a la 1098)? Is the head a 12A185 casting and what are the valve sizes? What cam is in it (since you have it apart)-If its a FJ motor, then it should have the 649 cam with 1/2" lobes and spider drive oil pump.
I had one of the FJ motors once upon a time sans pistons. 

Mark Haynes
HAN6L12977
HAN5L8016

List,

I am trying to get a better idea about the history of an engine I bought
years ago.  It is a purpose build BMC 948 race engine.  I bought it from
someone who claimed it was built for formula jr. racing.

The valve cover says "BMC" and has fine print noting the valve adjustment
should be 0.10".  Internally the parts are all different from a stock 948.
The crank has narrower bearing journals, the connecting rods are different.
The head came ported. The valve rockers are cast and no springs to keep the
rocker in place but sleeves on the shaft that supports the rockers. Pistons
are flat tops .060" over. I bought it in the 70's unused on a crate from a
someone who new very little about it.

Unfortunately, a shop that rebuilt it years ago, removed the engine sticker
so I do not have a number to go from.

Anybody have any idea how to ID it?  below are some links to pictures.

Thanks for any ideas or sources of information.

Steve





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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Sat Apr  2 12:49:46 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 19:49:46 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <157015380.2117211.1301773786621.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Looks like one of the old belt driven lathes that I used as an apprentice in about 1953 or so...

How're you going to spin it??

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Frank Clarici" <spritenut at comcast.net>

  http://s445.photobucket.com/albums/qq179/spritenut/?action=view&current=lathe2.jpg

From derf247 at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 13:04:30 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 15:04:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTin6KGnFK_WoLsQ_mznVaGoMotrMhA@mail.gmail.com>

Looks like an old Walcott lathe I had, but smaller.

From derf247 at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 13:10:41 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 15:10:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <157015380.2117211.1301773786621.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
	<157015380.2117211.1301773786621.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTik16En5JWqvaqb=vVi88tTeA1o5oA@mail.gmail.com>

Looks like the belt goes back to a counter pulley.
My Walcott had a huge overhead counter pulley system.

From mgraziano at austin.rr.com  Sat Apr  2 13:16:02 2011
From: mgraziano at austin.rr.com (Michael Graziano)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 15:16:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <mailman.11.1301770802.32430.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.11.1301770802.32430.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <040201cbf172$ca871fd0$5f955f70$@rr.com>

Wow.  That looks just like the lathe I learned on in school.  Changing out
the chuck was not a pleasant task.  Neither was cleaning out the filings.  

-Mike



______

Message: 11
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 14:59:18 -0400
From: Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4D977206.6080403 at comcast.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed

Well my son and I finally picked up the 100 year old lathe.
Talk about heavy! We had to take just about each part off and both of us 
had to carry each part.
The chassis which just holds it all unbolted from the legs was all we 
could do with lumber, jacks, hoists, and dollies
To get it down from it's legs which each weigh over 100 lbs, and the 
roll it out to the truck and now we have to lift it into the truck bed.
Well it's all in my truck now and we are both too whooped to unload it.
There are several chucks, one had to be rolled like a wheel out of the 
garage, probably 200 lbs.
  It works great and I know it will last another 100 years. Made in 
Cincinnati, USA by American tool.

See it here.

 
http://s445.photobucket.com/albums/qq179/spritenut/?action=view&current=lath
e2.jpg

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 14:07:26 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 17:07:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <157015380.2117211.1301773786621.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <157015380.2117211.1301773786621.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4D97900E.6050101@comcast.net>

On 4/2/2011 3:49 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
> Looks like one of the old belt driven lathes that I used as an apprentice in about 1953 or so...
>
> How're you going to spin it??
>
It is belt driven, has a Model A Ford 3 speed transmission (added) and 
has an electric motor.
I saw it work, the electrics need some TLC as it was probably converted 
to electric in the 30s
Lord knows the motor weighs enough, is 110 volts and mounts on a pivot. 
Motor and Model A trans are the counter weight for the belt.
I will know a bit more once we clean it up, maybe paint it and 
re-assemble it in my basement IF we can get the cradle around the corner
and down the basement stairs. The cradle probably weighs 1000 pounds and 
it's stripped of everything.
It's still in my truck, and will remain there until tomorrow.



-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From lmacy at mac.com  Sat Apr  2 15:42:55 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 18:42:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>

Did you play with the dog??

Dad & Theresa
>From Amsterdam

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 2, 2011, at 12:48 PM, Kristi & Lambert <kristi74midget at comcast.net> wrote:

> P.S. We are at Larry's house. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Apr  2 15:57:31 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 15:57:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <040201cbf172$ca871fd0$5f955f70$@rr.com>
References: <mailman.11.1301770802.32430.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<040201cbf172$ca871fd0$5f955f70$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <BB2448E42EA34F1CAAFDF6B180822C02@spider>

The locals here use a engine cherry picker to change out the heads. 
...bill in corvallis
=============================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Michael Graziano
Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2011 1:16 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe

Wow.  That looks just like the lathe I learned on in school.  Changing out
the chuck was not a pleasant task.  Neither was cleaning out the filings.  

-Mike

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 16:24:50 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 19:24:50 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <7ED91FE809BB444A964DEEA970D835D3@blackbox2>

Why such a big lathe, Frank?

I can turn just about anything on a Spridget with my 10" Atlas.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 16:40:49 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 19:40:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <7ED91FE809BB444A964DEEA970D835D3@blackbox2>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
	<7ED91FE809BB444A964DEEA970D835D3@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>

On 4/2/2011 7:24 PM, Dean Hedin wrote:
> Why such a big lathe, Frank?
>
> I can turn just about anything on a Spridget with my 10" Atlas.
>
>
My son found it, it's his but somehow I had to pay for 1/2.
$300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Apr  2 17:19:56 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 17:19:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.

I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the recycler. 3 cents a pound!

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sat Apr  2 17:21:47 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 20:21:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D97BD9B.9000607@comcast.net>

On 4/2/2011 8:19 PM, Ron Soave wrote:
> --- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici<spritenut at comcast.net>  wrote:
>> $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.
> I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the recycler. 3 cents a pound!
>
I got $77 for a shell, You gotta go to the right place, lots of Goombas 
in the "scrap metal business" around here.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Apr  2 17:58:38 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 17:58:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>
	<768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <37FA07982AB34DFE973F1B17C7DB3B3B@spider>

We're up to 9-cents a pound in Albany, Oregon for clean steel.
...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: Saturday, April 02, 2011 5:20 PM
To: Dean Hedin; Frank Clarici
Cc: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe

--- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.

I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the
recycler. 3 cents a pound!
_______________________________________________

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Apr  2 18:00:20 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 18:00:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D97BD9B.9000607@comcast.net>
References: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4D97BD9B.9000607@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <F9C656FA20744EE681D0447AB75F2134@spider>

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goomba
=======================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici
Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2011 5:22 PM
To: Ron Soave
Cc: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe

On 4/2/2011 8:19 PM, Ron Soave wrote:
> --- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici<spritenut at comcast.net>  wrote:
>> $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.
> I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the
recycler. 3 cents a pound!
>
I got $77 for a shell, You gotta go to the right place, lots of Goombas 
in the "scrap metal business" around here.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sat Apr  2 18:19:22 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 21:19:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>,
	<4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w381D434343A790D0C2CDD2B8A00@phx.gbl>

Is there an app for that?

Robert D
Sent from my device that doesn't pay me to advertise for them.  ;)


> From: lmacy at mac.com
>
> Did you play with the dog??
>
> Dad & Theresa
> >From Amsterdam
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked
car.
>
> Sent from my Magical iPad
>
> On Apr 2, 2011, at 12:48 PM, Kristi & Lambert <kristi74midget at comcast.net>
wrote:
>
> > P.S. We are at Larry's house.
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone

From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Sat Apr  2 18:29:26 2011
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:29:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <F9C656FA20744EE681D0447AB75F2134@spider>
References: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4D97BD9B.9000607@comcast.net>
	<F9C656FA20744EE681D0447AB75F2134@spider>
Message-ID: <201104030129.p331TuOL018737@mail.usimperio.com>

Some people just have trouble with the Italian language.  LOL


Dave

At 09:00 PM 4/2/2011, you wrote:
>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goomba
>=======================
>-----Original Message-----
>From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici
>Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2011 5:22 PM
>To: Ron Soave
>Cc: 'Spridgets'
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
>
>On 4/2/2011 8:19 PM, Ron Soave wrote:
> > --- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici<spritenut at comcast.net>  wrote:
> >> $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.
> > I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the
>recycler. 3 cents a pound!
> >
>I got $77 for a shell, You gotta go to the right place, lots of Goombas
>in the "scrap metal business" around here.
>
>--
>Frank Clarici
>Toms River, NJ
>
>
>
>
>-----
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sat Apr  2 18:37:02 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 21:37:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>,
	<768148.97869.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w3622199BADB07D7021FC9FB8A00@phx.gbl>

Hmmm!

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/story/2011/03/24/ott-scrap-metal934.html

Move to Canada?

Maybe don't let them see that US car that you own when you're negotiating the
price of scrap?  :)

Robert D


> From: soavero at yahoo.com
>
> --- On Sat, 4/2/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> > $300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.
>
> I scrapped 1/2 a Sprite shell a few months ago, I got $5.04 from the
recycler. 3 cents a pound!

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 19:42:04 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 02:42:04 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
Message-ID: <mailman.12.1301798534.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

Funny how that works with kids.
------Original Message------
From: Frank Clarici
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Dean Hedin
Cc: spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
Sent: Apr 2, 2011 7:40 PM

On 4/2/2011 7:24 PM, Dean Hedin wrote:
> Why such a big lathe, Frank?
>
> I can turn just about anything on a Spridget with my 10" Atlas.
>
>
My son found it, it's his but somehow I had to pay for 1/2.
$300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sat Apr  2 21:10:08 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 23:10:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net><7ED91FE809BB444A964DEEA970D835D3@blackbox2>
	<4D97B401.9090006@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <C7B63EAB7675458A9FA6C86322F67E2E@HomePC>

-----Original Message----- 
From: Frank Clarici
Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2011 6:40 PM
To: Dean Hedin
Cc: 'Spridgets'
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe

On 4/2/2011 7:24 PM, Dean Hedin wrote:
> Why such a big lathe, Frank?
>
> I can turn just about anything on a Spridget with my 10" Atlas.
>
>
My son found it, it's his but somehow I had to pay for 1/2.
$300 total, it's worth that much is scrap value.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
_______________________________________________

Frank, obviously, you are not taking into account the intrinsic value 
derived from the cost of a busted nut from trying to haul that heavy bastard 
around.  Considering that, you lost money on the deal.

LAD

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Apr  2 21:17:26 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 23:17:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
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Message-ID: <BANLkTimSB6qQYea5P1GFvrhTzAqiQo1VAA@mail.gmail.com>

On Sat, Apr 2, 2011 at 5:42 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> Did you play with the dog??
>

That's a bit personal.  I'll do whatever I want with the dog.

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
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Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Sat Apr  2 21:54:51 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 21:54:51 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimSB6qQYea5P1GFvrhTzAqiQo1VAA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
	<4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>
	<BANLkTimSB6qQYea5P1GFvrhTzAqiQo1VAA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <454609.45729.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I'm going to have another beer and come back to this to see if I read this 
correctly.

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Cc: Spridget List <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, April 3, 2011 12:17:26 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget

On Sat, Apr 2, 2011 at 5:42 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> Did you play with the dog??
>

That's a bit personal.  I'll do whatever I want with the dog.

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Sun Apr  3 03:27:23 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 09:27:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Impala vise Cadillac
In-Reply-To: <1972722212.1405324.1301822812594.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <748487790.1405328.1301822843389.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

I am far from anti GM. I have owned a '64 Corvair Spyder that I wished I still had. Unfortunately, it was totaled while parked in my front yard by an uninsured drunk. Since he owned nothing, and it was highly unlikely that he ever would, I had no choice but to eat my loss and move on.

I bought a '69 Chevy pickup that gave me many years of very dependable service, pulling my horses into country that many would not even look at without 4WD. The 2WD Chevy did just fine.

Gary had a '76 GMC that he abused horribly. It had its first oil change when he sold it to his son in 2004. The person who now owns it is still driving it, or will be until Nevada takes his license next month. He really should have paid the fine for his last DUII.

My problem is the lack of quality control in the newer ones. They are deliberately designed to prevent owner repair, but seem to require more, and more expensive, repairs than the older vehicles. When the dealership can't even correctly diagnose and repair a problem, I can't help but believe that there is a real problem.

Kate


----- Original Message -----
From: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, April 1, 2011 5:32:54 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Chevy Impala vise Cadillac

An interesting discussion.

My poor experiences in owning GM vehicles prejudices me against buying one 
today. I completely agree that the quality has increased 10-fold compared to the 
junk they were pushing out in the 70's, but as a current owner of a 95 Chevy 
pickup one thing that hasn't completely changed for the better is the dealer 
experience. Obviously I am only speaking for dealers in my area, but in 
expertise as well as their facilities, they seem stuck in past.

 jay




________________________________
From: Kirk Hargreaves <khargreaves2 at gmail.com>

It was said by a GM executive that a Cadillac costs GM only $200.0 more to
build than say a standard size Chevy, such as the Impala of the day.  . .
yet of course the markup price to the customer was far more than a mere
$200.0.

I wonder how close those numbers hold true today?

It would not surprise me if the same situation still exists.  Possibly not
at the same level of difference. .  but still within a margin of difference
that would be surprising to many people.

Kirk
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From jackson.skip at yahoo.com  Sun Apr  3 05:31:26 2011
From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 04:31:26 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 Lathe
Message-ID: <951307.54106.qm@web46407.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Hey Frank, Way cool. I grew up in my family's screw machine shop full of
lathes 
and mills like yours. Does it have a plaque: "This lathe is authorized
for war 
production"?  That's WW I. 

Cincinnati had at least eight lathe
manufacturing plants.  My Grandpa worked 
every day of the depression because
he could set up any kind of machine. He 
taught me how to chase threads,
adjust RPM for smooth or rough cuts, set the cut 
off tool, etc.
Be CAREFUL of
the flat belt especially at high speeds. Grandpa said, "Check it 
every time
you use it."
Enjoy it, Skip J. in Cincinnati

From jackson.skip at yahoo.com  Sun Apr  3 05:51:17 2011
From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 04:51:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
Message-ID: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Wow Frank, You could have spent the money on a BE cookie jar. Just sold for 
$225!!
Skip J.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sun Apr  3 06:26:44 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 05:26:44 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160564749363
===========================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Skip Jackson
Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2011 4:51 AM
To: spridget
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

Wow Frank, You could have spent the money on a BE cookie jar. Just sold for 
$225!!
Skip J.
_______________________________________________

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 08:54:05 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 09:54:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
Message-ID: <4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>

Looks like a great job via "Snipe" [or some such], Bill:
 
*Member Id: *f***a 
<http://offer.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewBidderProfile&mode=1&item=160564749363&aid=f***a&eu=GbFS%2F%2BEa4ELuOMVo3gND3g%3D%3D&view=NONE&ssPageName=PageBidderProfileViewBids_None_ViewLink> 
( 2072 * )---US $224.72---Apr-02-11 19:57:21 PDT

*Member Id: *f***a 
<http://offer.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewBidderProfile&mode=1&item=160564749363&aid=f***a&eu=GbFS%2F%2BEa4ELuOMVo3gND3g%3D%3D&view=NONE&ssPageName=PageBidderProfileViewBids_None_ViewLink> 
(196 * )-----US $222.22---Apr-02-11 19:57:18 PDT

Whilst I haven't check past auctions for same item, I woulda thought
the " jar " woulda gone for more <G> !!

Ed

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 09:13:45 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 10:13:45 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikz0N5oNosbYgkhJgibpummiCeMvQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikz0N5oNosbYgkhJgibpummiCeMvQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4D988EA9.4010002@justbrits.com>

<< At the same time you are almost totally unlikely to win if you
do not play. >>

Now Rick, HOW the He|| could one even BEGIN to think he/she
WOULD win IF "almost".........................????

LMAO !!!!

'Course said person would have BEST "odds" [ 0 in 0 ] !!

Ed

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 09:18:01 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 10:18:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <SNT136-ds207F1C93669EAFC242D066AEA10@phx.gbl>
References: <20110401214043.TADEQ.118835.root@cdptpa-web18-z02>
	<SNT136-ds207F1C93669EAFC242D066AEA10@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4D988FA9.1060200@justbrits.com>

<< It tends to freak out the clerks. >>

I have been with a buddy of mine that REALLY "freaks out the clerks"
when he plays 666, -g !!

LOL

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 09:38:55 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>

> Looks like a great job via "Snipe" [or some such], Bill:

Not necessarily. Could just as easily been a simple case of "magic
number" bidding, although sniping is more common.
David L

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sun Apr  3 10:01:38 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 09:01:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider><4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>

In "magic number bidding" an auctioneer colludes with a bidder ("the
scammer"). The scammer secretly informs the colluding auctioneer of the
scammer's reservation price, the lowest amount for which . [more]it would
still be profitable to perform the work in question. The colluding
auctioneer then defers "reading" the scammer's bid until last. If the
scammer's reservation price is less than the minimum bid, the auctioneer
says that the scammer's bid was a small amount less than the prior minimum
bid. The scammer thus wins a profitable bid. If the scammer's reservation
price is more than the minimum bid, the auctioneer says that the scammer's
bid was something more than the minimum bid, thus ensuring that the scammer
never enters a losing bid. The scammer thus profits to the extent of any
positive difference between the minimum bid of other bidders and the
scammer's reservation price.
=======================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb
Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2011 8:39 AM
To: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

> Looks like a great job via "Snipe" [or some such], Bill:

Not necessarily. Could just as easily been a simple case of "magic
number" bidding, although sniping is more common.
David L
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Apr  3 10:25:37 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 12:25:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <454609.45729.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>,
	<4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>,
	<BANLkTimSB6qQYea5P1GFvrhTzAqiQo1VAA@mail.gmail.com>,
	<454609.45729.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w42EB3246F08B37539C4B08B8A00@phx.gbl>

So, how did that beer work?

Robert Duquette
Ottawa ON Canada

 > I'm going to have another beer and come back to this to see if I read this
> correctly.
>
> jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
>
> From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
>
> On Sat, Apr 2, 2011 at 5:42 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:
>
> > Did you play with the dog??
> >
>
> That's a bit personal. I'll do whatever I want with the dog.
> _______________________________________________

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 10:34:46 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 11:34:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>

> In "magic number bidding" an auctioneer colludes with a bidder ("the
> scammer").

And it is just vaguely possible that there might happen to be other
definitions as well ;-) Please remember that eBay is not really an
auction; it is a pre-defined viewing period followed by a bidding
frenzy with a predetermined ending time. There is no auctioneer and no
"going, going, gone" involved.

In my case, "magic number bidding" on eBay involves no collusion.
Instead, the bidder simply analyzes the value of the item to himself.
In other words, he decides on the amount that, if he wins the auction,
there will be no buyer's remorse, and if he loses the auction, he will
not kick himself for not bidding higher. With the time as close to
running out as he feels comfortable with (many factors influence this,
from connection speed to antsy-ness), he places one and only one bid,
preferably so late that even the snipers have no time to react.
Assuming he accurately determined his magic number, the outcome is
acceptable.
David L

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Apr  3 10:59:18 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 09:59:18 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <982793.67928.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Just called Grundy to add my cookie jar to the policy.

Rick


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--- On Sun, 4/3/11, Skip Jackson <jackson.skip at yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Skip Jackson <jackson.skip at yahoo.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
To: "spridget" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, April 3, 2011, 7:51 AM

Wow Frank, You could have spent the money on a BE cookie jar. Just sold for
$225!!
Skip J.
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 12:45:44 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:45:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4D98C058.2080307@justbrits.com>

Frank's Monday Schedule:

1]   Donut shop [7 doz. - **WHY** isn't he a goomba?] --->
2]  See goomba that has the CRANE Co. & arrange time & date
............for Med. Tonnage/long reach machine. (1 doz.)
3]  See goomba at Fire House & arrange for Aerial Truck with
............man-power to cut hole [Fire Saw WAY faster then my chink
............sh*t 'saw' & Fire Truck Ladder is WAY safer than my chink
............ladder is] in roof, 2nd floor & 1st floor. (2 doz.)
............_**REMEMBER**_ to go to donut shop before Fire Truck Arrives
............(2 doz. + coffees)
4] See goomba at lumber yard & arrange delivery of materials
............to repair roof & both floors.  P/U cribbing/shim for lathe
............installation. (1 doz.)
5] See goomba roofer & set-up repair date.  (1 doz.)
6] See goomba Building Inspector & shoot the sh*t. (2 doz.)
7] See goomba Son & get Donut Money !!!!
8] See goomba Tavern Owner, buy him one then borrow HIS phone
............and call Goombas # 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 [# 7 can buy his own] & ask
............to tavern for "a couple" [spend MORE than Son's Donut $ was].
8a]  Call goomba Wine Shop Owner & have GOOD bottle delivered
............to florist.
8b]  Call goomba Florist & arrange for wine & BIG, BEAUTIFUL
............flower arrangement delivered WITH card saying:
............" I luv U, Diane."
8c]  Call [asian] cab for ride home = $$$$$ -:(:(:(.
9]  Listen to TAPS (maybe?) !!!!!!!!!
The End

Anon

From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 13:20:43 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 12:20:43 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Lathe
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=32O3wpTpOkHBjp5QQbxc=RRffog@mail.gmail.com>

That is one massive looking tool.  And to think that it continues to run
like it should says a lot about how it was built.

As a kid my job in high school and into my first two years of college (about
4 years). ..  . i worked on the Balboa Park merry-go-round in San Diego that
you see as you enter the San Diego Zoo.  Another 100 year mechanism that is
still going strong to this day.   We would climb a ladder and walk over the
top in the morning before we opened to turn down the grease cups.
Everything on that beast was built heavy to last generations.

To start it I would pull a long lever attached to a wheel and leather belt
system.  If you pulled too fast you would screw up the mechanism and be in
big trouble.  It was always a lot of fun engaging all of that torque to
slowly get the thing started.  It also had a primitive but well built
braking system to shut it down.

The "boss" as we called her put a lot of trust in a high school kid to run
the thing.  . and that at $4.25 an hour which was "big money" back in the
late 1960's.  (Paid cash. . . hmmm. .  never thought too much about the
"cash" component at that age).

Kirk

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 13:25:37 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 14:25:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
Message-ID: <BANLkTin97o=-hiueXOff6Qhizwp7vdgXcw@mail.gmail.com>

Considering repainting the Rostyle wheels on my '73 Midget.  They were
either done poorly many years ago, or it's simply the age of the paint
showing.

Any suggestions/recommendations on paint to use?  Are the wheels
"silver" or "aluminum", and is the black gloss or flat?

I plan on doing this with tires mounted and "on the cheap" as I may
have to sell the car soon.

Any one used a mask or is painting the black by hand easy enough?  Any
tips you can share?


I'm also debating on buying some trim rings - the wheels just seem
naked without them.  I see Moss lists stainless rings for $90, which
is higher than I'd hoped to spend. Any of you know if the rings sold
by Vic Brit are metal, or simply plated plastic; or can give any
opinions of quality of them?

Of course if anyone has a set of decent trim rings they're not using
and want to get rid of reasonably please feel free to email me off
list.

From pchast at francomm.com  Sun Apr  3 14:00:19 2011
From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast)
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 16:00:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D98C058.2080307@justbrits.com>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
  <4D98C058.2080307@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <op.vtdoitt4sjevdj@pete200>

Sheesh....

Just plank a chute on the staircase to the cellar. Use pipe rollers and  
let go.
The way it's built the lathe won't break. Might go through the back wall  
if you
don't tie it off to your truck for belaying though.

Donuts will draw helpers out of the woodwork and then you'll have to feed  
and
house them too.

Pete


On Sun, 03 Apr 2011 14:45:44 -0400, Shop at " Just Brits "  
<shop at justbrits.com> wrote:

>
> Frank's Monday Schedule:
>
> 1]   Donut shop [7 doz. - **WHY** isn't he a goomba?] --->
> 2]  See goomba that has the CRANE Co. & arrange time & date
> ............for Med. Tonnage/long reach machine. (1 doz.)
> 3]  See goomba at Fire House & arrange for Aerial Truck with
> ............man-power to cut hole [Fire Saw WAY faster then my chink
> ............sh*t 'saw' & Fire Truck Ladder is WAY safer than my chink
> ............ladder is] in roof, 2nd floor & 1st floor. (2 doz.)
> ............_**REMEMBER**_ to go to donut shop before Fire Truck Arrives
> ............(2 doz. + coffees)
> 4] See goomba at lumber yard & arrange delivery of materials
> ............to repair roof & both floors.  P/U cribbing/shim for lathe
> ............installation. (1 doz.)
> 5] See goomba roofer & set-up repair date.  (1 doz.)
> 6] See goomba Building Inspector & shoot the sh*t. (2 doz.)
> 7] See goomba Son & get Donut Money !!!!
> 8] See goomba Tavern Owner, buy him one then borrow HIS phone
> .............and call Goombas # 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 [# 7 can buy his own] &  
> ask
> ............to tavern for "a couple" [spend MORE than Son's Donut $ was].
> 8a]  Call goomba Wine Shop Owner & have GOOD bottle delivered
> ............to florist.
> 8b]  Call goomba Florist & arrange for wine & BIG, BEAUTIFUL
> ............flower arrangement delivered WITH card saying:
> ............" I luv U, Diane."
> 8c]  Call [asian] cab for ride home = $$$$$ -:(:(:(.
> 9]  Listen to TAPS (maybe?) !!!!!!!!!
> The End
>
> Anon
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 14:08:37 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 15:08:37 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Kristi's Midget
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w42EB3246F08B37539C4B08B8A00@phx.gbl>
References: <C8CE8262-C343-47E2-B789-FEB0B2D96F9E@comcast.net>
	<4C93258F-3962-4C5A-A1DF-98EAC86194F8@mac.com>
	<BANLkTimSB6qQYea5P1GFvrhTzAqiQo1VAA@mail.gmail.com>
	<454609.45729.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<BAY147-w42EB3246F08B37539C4B08B8A00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikYa76QAq1WuWKReqOEOYqxO8yUJw@mail.gmail.com>

> So, how did that beer work?

Asking a lot of one beer...

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Sun Apr  3 14:48:58 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 20:48:58 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <op.vtdoitt4sjevdj@pete200>
Message-ID: <1293085758.1410260.1301863738632.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Frank drives a 1/2 ton.  It would follow the lathe right through the back wall and into the neighbor's living room.

Kate

----- Original Message -----
From: "Pete Chast" <pchast at francomm.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Sunday, April 3, 2011 3:00:19 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe

Sheesh....

Just plank a chute on the staircase to the cellar. Use pipe rollers and  
let go.
The way it's built the lathe won't break. Might go through the back wall  
if you
don't tie it off to your truck for belaying though.

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Sun Apr  3 15:00:24 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 17:00:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin97o=-hiueXOff6Qhizwp7vdgXcw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin97o=-hiueXOff6Qhizwp7vdgXcw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <A989A97E07584B1D9213E92CE9D39812@blackbox2>

http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?1,831712,834206

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of J Foster
Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2011 3:26 PM
To: Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels

Considering repainting the Rostyle wheels on my '73 Midget.  They were
either done poorly many years ago, or it's simply the age of the paint
showing.

Any suggestions/recommendations on paint to use?  Are the wheels
"silver" or "aluminum", and is the black gloss or flat?

I plan on doing this with tires mounted and "on the cheap" as I may
have to sell the car soon.

Any one used a mask or is painting the black by hand easy enough?  Any
tips you can share?


I'm also debating on buying some trim rings - the wheels just seem
naked without them.  I see Moss lists stainless rings for $90, which
is higher than I'd hoped to spend. Any of you know if the rings sold
by Vic Brit are metal, or simply plated plastic; or can give any
opinions of quality of them?

Of course if anyone has a set of decent trim rings they're not using
and want to get rid of reasonably please feel free to email me off
list.
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Apr  3 15:21:26 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 17:21:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin97o=-hiueXOff6Qhizwp7vdgXcw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin97o=-hiueXOff6Qhizwp7vdgXcw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4D98E4D6.7040606@comcast.net>

On 4/3/2011 3:25 PM, J Foster wrote:
> Considering repainting the Rostyle wheels on my '73 Midget.

The mask is a joke, paint the black (Krylon semi gloss)
Blue tape the black off and cut with a razor blade.
Paint it all silver, again Krylon metalic.
Wait a day and remove the tape, now paint the whole wheel with Krylon clear.
What ever brand you use, make sure they are all the same, Krylon, 
Rustoleum, etc, do not mix brands of paint as one may wrinkle the other.

Trim rings, $29.95 at Pepboys (at least they used to be)


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sun Apr  3 15:35:18 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 17:35:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FYI - Philadelphia Swap Meet 4/10/11
Message-ID: <BD9A44BE-0A85-491E-B473-47542DC05EFB@comcast.net>

To those who were planning on going:

Steve Pilla called today and told us that he and ( co-organizer) Chuck Miller
received no calls about the Flea Market. Therefore, Steve has cancelled the
Flea Market.



Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Sun Apr  3 15:38:03 2011
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 21:38:03 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] FYI - Philadelphia Swap Meet
	4/10/11
In-Reply-To: <BD9A44BE-0A85-491E-B473-47542DC05EFB@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1096463612.526394.1301866683257.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Do we want to make it a get together and eat/B.S. get together which is what
it usually turns into anyway?

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kristi & Lambert" <kristi74midget at comcast.net>
To: "Spridget List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>,
EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, April 3, 2011 5:35:18 PM
Subject: [EasternOshitGroup] FYI - Philadelphia Swap Meet 4/10/11






To those who were planning on going:

Steve Pilla called today and told us that he and ( co-organizer) Chuck Miller
received no calls about the Flea Market. Therefore, Steve has cancelled the
Flea Market.

Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget


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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Apr  3 15:47:37 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 14:47:37 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <4D98E4D6.7040606@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <C9BE3909.2F17E%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

It won't work with Kalifornia Krylon, so somebody will have to ship it in
from out of state. 
BZ

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sun Apr  3 15:51:22 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 14:51:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] NOS Exhausts and Early Dashes
Message-ID: <705940.45846.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

As some of you know, I am selling-off my parts cache. 

Some of the things I have include NOS exhausts. One is a dual silencer for a Mk 
III, the others for 1275 cars I believe. If anyone in the Northeast is 
interested, contact me offlist. $150 each. 


I can't ship the exhausts. It would strictly be local pickup.

 
I also have a few "uncut" dashes for Bugeye's and Mk II Sprites. When I say 
"uncut" I mean that the radio cutout is intact. If anyone is interested lmk. 
These I can ship.

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From lists at dinospider.com  Sun Apr  3 16:01:02 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 15:01:02 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>

  that perfectly describes me except for the wait to the last minute part.

  I decide what I want to pay for it, sometimes add a little more and 
bid and walk away.  A few days later, I either get a e-mail that I won 
or I get nothing.  But to be fair sometimes I have ended up paying more 
for things than I would have liked because if I really want it, I will 
make sure I get it when I bid.  There was a Lucas SLC/2 switch for sale 
2 years ago at $23 with 4 days left.   I knew it would go over a $100 
but I ABSOLUTELY needed so I bid accordingly, 4 days later when I got 
the e-mail I was a little shocked at the final bid of $430 but I got the 
switch with room to spare on my bid, it really went up over those 4 
days.   Usually (99.9999%) my bids are much more reasonable and I walk 
away and wait for my e-mail, I have NEVER understood this waiting until 
the last few seconds and will not.

  Mike

p.s. still need a second SLC/2 switch but wont pay that again for one 
since the one in that car is more or less complete, I can try and fix it 
unless a good one comes up reasonably priced.

On 4/3/2011 9:34 AM, David Lieb wrote:
>> In "magic number bidding" an auctioneer colludes with a bidder ("the
>> scammer").
> And it is just vaguely possible that there might happen to be other
> definitions as well ;-) Please remember that eBay is not really an
> auction; it is a pre-defined viewing period followed by a bidding
> frenzy with a predetermined ending time. There is no auctioneer and no
> "going, going, gone" involved.
>
> In my case, "magic number bidding" on eBay involves no collusion.
> Instead, the bidder simply analyzes the value of the item to himself.
> In other words, he decides on the amount that, if he wins the auction,
> there will be no buyer's remorse, and if he loses the auction, he will
> not kick himself for not bidding higher. With the time as close to
> running out as he feels comfortable with (many factors influence this,
> from connection speed to antsy-ness), he places one and only one bid,
> preferably so late that even the snipers have no time to react.
> Assuming he accurately determined his magic number, the outcome is
> acceptable.
> David L
> _______________________________________________

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 16:43:29 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 17:43:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <2694549607481428570@unknownmsgid>

> > I have NEVER understood this waiting until the last few seconds and will not.

Good. The more people that bid like you, the better for me.
David L

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 17:07:04 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 16:07:04 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
Message-ID: <BANLkTimdcKRpVjS+8=MXqk73FYV5+XjrOw@mail.gmail.com>

That exactly describes how I buy on Ebay.
I will not get into a bidding war, I will only pay what I'm comfortable
paying, and no more.
There will always be another sale of the same kind of thing, I don't have to
have "this" one.

Rick (winning ways) Bastedo


From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
To: corvallis at peoplepc.com
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 11:34:46 -0500
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

<snip>
In my case, "magic number bidding" on eBay involves no collusion.
Instead, the bidder simply analyzes the value of the item to himself.
In other words, he decides on the amount that, if he wins the auction,
there will be no buyer's remorse, and if he loses the auction, he will
not kick himself for not bidding higher. With the time as close to
running out as he feels comfortable with (many factors influence this,
from connection speed to antsy-ness), he places one and only one bid,
preferably so late that even the snipers have no time to react.
Assuming he accurately determined his magic number, the outcome is
acceptable.
David L

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 17:13:27 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 16:13:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>

In the world where just about anything can happen and sometimes does.
For example, you are walking along and you see a ticket on the ground.
You pick it up and it turns out to be the winner.
Or someone gives it to you for your birthday, and it turns out to be the
winner.
This is of course defining "Playing" as buying a ticket for yourself.
If you have a broader view of what it is to play then YMMV.

So you may be very very close to 0 in 0 but not exactly there's always
uncertainty to account for.

Rick (won some more today, got a streak going) Bastedo


From: "Shop at \" Just Brits \"" <shop at justbrits.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 10:13:45 -0500
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic

<< At the same time you are almost totally unlikely to win if you
do not play. >>

Now Rick, HOW the He|| could one even BEGIN to think he/she
WOULD win IF "almost"......................
...????

LMAO !!!!

'Course said person would have BEST "odds" [ 0 in 0 ] !!

Ed

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sun Apr  3 17:23:15 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 18:23:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <4D990163.3070101@tx.rr.com>

Here is the secret-
if you enter your bid with some time remaining, all interested parties 
have a chance to discover what your bid is and bid a little more.
Let's say you were willing to bid $200 on an item, and you did that with 
2 days to go.  Someone else might have been interested but they wanted 
to buy the item for $190.  They bid $190 and get outbid.  They go away 
and think about it, they decide they are willing to pay a little more so 
they bid $196, and get outbid.  After awhile they decide they are 
willing to bid a little more so they bid $205, and ebay bids for them up 
to $201 and they win the item.  If you entered your $200 in the last 10 
seconds of the auction they would have bid $190, you would have bid 
$200, ebay would have bid $191 for you and you would have won because 
the auction would have ended before they would have had time to think 
about it further.

I have bid on lots of things where I entered what I thought would be a 
good bid, but I was not able to be around at the end of the auction, and 
later discovered that the winning bid was $0.50 or $1.00 more than my 
bid.  My bid was basically a sitting duck, for everybody to shoot at.


>  4 days later when I got the e-mail I was a little shocked at the 
> final bid of $430 but I got the switch with room to spare on my bid, 
> it really went up over those 4 days.   Usually (99.9999%) my bids are 
> much more reasonable and I walk away and wait for my e-mail, I have 
> NEVER understood this waiting until the last few seconds and will not

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sun Apr  3 17:24:48 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 16:24:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Early bidding prompts others to bid in increments above what they would 
otherwise bid. Placing an early high bid, often just causes others to keep 
placing multiple and higher bids which results in the early high bidder paying 
more for an item that he/she would have paid by bidding at the last moment.

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Mike Rambour <lists at dinospider.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Sun, April 3, 2011 6:01:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

that perfectly describes me except for the wait to the last minute part.

I decide what I want to pay for it, sometimes add a little more and bid and walk 
away.  A few days later, I either get a e-mail that I won or I get nothing.  But 
to be fair sometimes I have ended up paying more for things than I would have 
liked because if I really want it, I will make sure I get it when I bid.  There 
was a Lucas SLC/2 switch for sale 2 years ago at $23 with 4 days left.   I knew 
it would go over a $100 but I ABSOLUTELY needed so I bid accordingly, 4 days 
later when I got the e-mail I was a little shocked at the final bid of $430 but 
I got the switch with room to spare on my bid, it really went up over those 4 
days.   Usually (99.9999%) my bids are much more reasonable and I walk away and 
wait for my e-mail, I have NEVER understood this waiting until the last few 
seconds and will not.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Apr  3 18:01:25 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 20:01:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>

I had a funny thing happen to me.  I recommended my dentist to some people in
need.  His office sent me lotto tickets as a thank you.  The postamrk on those
envelopes was after the draw date.  :)

Robert


> Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 16:13:27 -0700
> From: rbastedo at gmail.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
>
> In the world where just about anything can happen and sometimes does.
> For example, you are walking along and you see a ticket on the ground.
> You pick it up and it turns out to be the winner.
> Or someone gives it to you for your birthday, and it turns out to be the
> winner.
> This is of course defining "Playing" as buying a ticket for yourself.
> If you have a broader view of what it is to play then YMMV.
>
> So you may be very very close to 0 in 0 but not exactly there's always
> uncertainty to account for.
>
> Rick (won some more today, got a streak going) Bastedo

From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Apr  3 18:09:19 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 17:09:19 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <4D98E4D6.7040606@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Sun, 4/3/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> The mask is a joke, paint the black (Krylon semi gloss)
> Blue tape the black off and cut with a razor blade.
> Paint it all silver, again Krylon metalic.

I learned from Frank, they look perfect. I would differ ever so slightly - the Krylon is actually "Semi-Flat" as opposed to Semi-Gloss. Also the green masking tape bleeds even less than the blue. I don't think the pictures on the MG site look very good - you can do better.

Ron

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 18:16:23 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 19:16:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
	<995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikjHTePGQHED1NCUOBCSaQiJ7okBA@mail.gmail.com>

> Early bidding prompts others to bid in increments above what they would
> otherwise bid. Placing an early high bid, often just causes others to keep
> placing multiple and higher bids which results in the early high bidder paying
> more for an item that he/she would have paid by bidding at the last moment.

Yup, the secret is to not give the other guy time to think about it.
That $430 switch would probably have been yours for under $200 if you
had not bid so soon. The seller really appreciates you.
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 18:29:26 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 19:29:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>
References: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimkrfvFw3kMuXrshPiNhuz7Zrem1g@mail.gmail.com>

> I had a funny thing happen to me.  I recommended my dentist to some people
in
> need.  His office sent me lotto tickets as a thank you.  The postamrk on
those
> envelopes was after the draw date.  :)

Now THAT is how to make those tickets work for their cost!
David L

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 20:47:18 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 21:47:18 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>
References: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4D993136.3000808@justbrits.com>

<< The postamrk on those envelopes was after the draw date. >>

Musta used U.S.P.S, RD !!!  

Sent to Key West by Dentist's mistake;  made 32 "stops" to
get to you FROM there <VBG !!

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sun Apr  3 20:48:44 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 19:48:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <723323.5846.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

And what about those Hostyle rims? Do you wear a mask to paint those? I'm just 
askin'.

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com>
To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, April 3, 2011 8:09:19 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels

--- On Sun, 4/3/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:
> The mask is a joke, paint the black (Krylon semi gloss)
> Blue tape the black off and cut with a razor blade.
> Paint it all silver, again Krylon metalic.

I learned from Frank, they look perfect. I would differ ever so slightly - the 
Krylon is actually "Semi-Flat" as opposed to Semi-Gloss. Also the green masking 
tape bleeds even less than the blue. I don't think the pictures on the MG site 
look very good - you can do better.

Ron

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Sun Apr  3 22:12:01 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 00:12:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikjHTePGQHED1NCUOBCSaQiJ7okBA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider><4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com><BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com><141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider><BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com><4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com><995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<BANLkTikjHTePGQHED1NCUOBCSaQiJ7okBA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E448DA1499154C14B5A37AEED2FD83D6@blackbox2>

If the item is rare, then sniping on ebay is the only way to go.

But if it is something more common, I'll search elsewhere on the web
or even buy it now on ebay.

I've seen people bid twice over what they could have paid buy just going to
an online retailer.

Lately, Craigslist has been much more productive for me.  With car parts
it is usually a collection of stuff and the seller is willing to group stuff
together and make a deal on the spot.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb
Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2011 8:16 PM
To: Jay
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

> Early bidding prompts others to bid in increments above what they would
> otherwise bid. Placing an early high bid, often just causes others to keep
> placing multiple and higher bids which results in the early high bidder
paying
> more for an item that he/she would have paid by bidding at the last
moment.

Yup, the secret is to not give the other guy time to think about it.
That $430 switch would probably have been yours for under $200 if you
had not bid so soon. The seller really appreciates you.
David L
Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr  3 22:31:08 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:31:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <723323.5846.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<723323.5846.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D99498C.3040605@justbrits.com>

Tnx, Jay !!

<< Do you wear a mask to paint those? >>

Of course NOT !!

They're "a Joke" & prolly itch too !!

<G> !

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sun Apr  3 22:36:31 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 23:36:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <723323.5846.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<723323.5846.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim9ZQM+cRw9WYqBcpc3Go-mDjsVdw@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks for the advice guys

I'll give it a try later this week

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Apr  4 07:10:05 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:10:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] The Lottery - off topic
In-Reply-To: <4D993136.3000808@justbrits.com>
References: <BANLkTi=gmFrm-x0PU_zHQ2+Gu2gJHM0a=A@mail.gmail.com>,
	<BAY147-w7593AEF69D731E5C618CCB8A30@phx.gbl>,
	<4D993136.3000808@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w464F2FF53166ABCE152150B8A30@phx.gbl>

Well, it certainly wasn't "US"PS; but they were mailed after the draw date, so
they had opportunity to check to make sure that they didn't send a winning
ticket.  :)

Robert



> Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2011 21:47:18 -0500
> From: shop at justbrits.com
>
> << The postamrk on those envelopes was after the draw date. >>
>
> Musta used U.S.P.S, RD !!!
>
> Sent to Key West by Dentist's mistake;  made 32 "stops" to
> get to you FROM there <VBG !!
> _______________________________________________

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Apr  4 07:12:50 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:12:50 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <4D98E4D6.7040606@comcast.net>,
	<244853.87358.qm@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w630B0BE5CFF2CF2EF6CB3B8A30@phx.gbl>

That sounds like a "glass half empty" type of comment!  ;)

Robert
>
> the Krylon is actually "Semi-Flat" as opposed to Semi-Gloss.
>
> Ron

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Mon Apr  4 07:09:14 2011
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:09:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] With a little help from my friends...
Message-ID: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9408D31BBE@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>

Green wire with yellow tracer.

Brown wire with brown tracer.

Gray wire with maroon spots.

Spaghetti with solder sauce.

And a really stiff neck from lying upside down in the cockpit.

I was starting to hallucinate wiring directional signals into my MG TD,
given miscellaneous extra wire bundles and colors that did not quite
mimic the OEM wiring diagram. Twelve hours into it, Rick Fisk came over
with his "circuit beeper" and about 50 years of experience in
electronics. Four hours later...directionals AND brake lights AND not a
single puff of smoke escaped!

Thanks Rick. What a list!

JohnD

www.tinyurl.com/kidsCURE

From CAWS52803 at aol.com  Mon Apr  4 07:20:04 2011
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:20:04 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteFest 1988 picture!
Message-ID: <245cc.49eae463.3acb1f84@aol.com>

I have been submitting names of people I recognize in the panoramic picture 
taken in Hershey, PA back in 1988.  If you were there or even remember some 
of the people, submit the names and they can be listed too.  Thanks Gerard!
 
Just go to this site:
 
_http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/30th_versary/30thAnniversary.htm_ 
(http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/30th_versary/30thAnniversary.htm) 
 
Rudy Streng still in Lenoir, NC and we still own both red Bugeyes!

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Apr  4 10:44:13 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:44:13 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w630B0BE5CFF2CF2EF6CB3B8A30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> Semi-Flat" as opposed to Semi-Gloss.
Krylon changed the name about ten or twelve years ago. The paint finish
didn't change. However, the Krylon formulas here in Kalifornia have been
neutered over the last four or five years to a point where it's no longer
useable as paint.  The clear coat also turns gooey and melts off in direct
sunlight. Krylon as we knew it has become a faded memory, just like spray
wax.
BZ

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Apr  4 11:20:24 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 10:20:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <762134.74584.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Really!

Who does the neutering?

 jay fishbein

wallingford, Ct




________________________________
From: Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>

.... the Krylon formulas here in Kalifornia have beenneutered 

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Apr  4 11:22:26 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 10:22:26 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Urban-Biking
Message-ID: <959814.16642.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Forget about Mountain-Biking....This is Urban-Biking in South America:

http://www.gadling.com/2011/03/03/downhill-bike-race-in-chile-is-insanity-at-its-finest/?ncid=&a_dgi=aolshare_email


 jay

From lists at dinospider.com  Mon Apr  4 11:22:55 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 10:22:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <100511.87419.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<EC38A77690B44E0BAAFF33959D1AA0CA@spider>
	<4D988A0D.2070203@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTik2DVGWPKwY_84B8joj6eVkobkEqg@mail.gmail.com>
	<141F333728DF4F448C80403F3419DA3E@spider>
	<BANLkTim5x1ge92rc20R6Ah5G2TBoaqGYHA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4D98EE1E.5000909@dinospider.com>
	<995529.7681.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D99FE6F.6020604@dinospider.com>

  Maybe you are all right but I have a life, I can't count the number of 
times I waited to bid on something and forgot about it until an hour 
after the auction or the day after.  Now I bid what I am willing to pay 
when I see it and walk away, if I win a few days later, great, if not 
too bad.   Do I overpay for the items I win ? maybe but I did not lose 
sleep thinking about it, setting reminders to be on line at a certain 
time etc.

  In the case of that Lucas SLC/2 switch, no one was going to outbid me 
anyway, they usually go for about $100-200, I had a extra "0" in my top 
bid, I really wanted/needed it :)    The next 2 that came on e-bay I bid 
$150 and lost, one by $30 and the other by $1.

  Then again, I have not bid for anything on e-bay in over a year now, 
Singer parts that I need just don't come up that often.

     mike

  On 04/03/2011 04:24 PM, Jay wrote:
> Early bidding prompts others to bid in increments above what they would
> otherwise bid. Placing an early high bid, often just causes others to keep
> placing multiple and higher bids which results in the early high bidder paying
> more for an item that he/she would have paid by bidding at the last moment.
>
>   jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Mike Rambour<lists at dinospider.com>
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Sent: Sun, April 3, 2011 6:01:02 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
>
> that perfectly describes me except for the wait to the last minute part.
>
> I decide what I want to pay for it, sometimes add a little more and bid and walk
> away.  A few days later, I either get a e-mail that I won or I get nothing.  But
> to be fair sometimes I have ended up paying more for things than I would have
> liked because if I really want it, I will make sure I get it when I bid.  There
> was a Lucas SLC/2 switch for sale 2 years ago at $23 with 4 days left.   I knew
> it would go over a $100 but I ABSOLUTELY needed so I bid accordingly, 4 days
> later when I got the e-mail I was a little shocked at the final bid of $430 but
> I got the switch with room to spare on my bid, it really went up over those 4
> days.   Usually (99.9999%) my bids are much more reasonable and I walk away and
> wait for my e-mail, I have NEVER understood this waiting until the last few
> seconds and will not.
> _______________________________________________

From lbc at littlebitcountry.com  Mon Apr  4 12:01:22 2011
From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:01:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Just to stir things up (NO LBC, not even a little bit)
Message-ID: <201104041802.p34I1x4g006875@mail.usimperio.com>

PUT ME IN CHARGE!!!
What a good Idea!
This was in the Waco Tribune Herald, Waco , TX Nov 18, 2010

Put me in charge . . ..

Put me in charge of food stamps. I'd get rid of Lone Star cards; no 
cash for Ding Dongs or Ho Ho's, just money for 50-pound bags of rice 
and beans, blocks of cheese and all the powdered milk you can haul 
away.  If you want steak and frozen pizza, then get a  job.

Put me in charge of Medicaid. The first thing I'd do is to get women 
Norplant birth control implants or tubal ligations.  Then, we'll test 
recipients for drugs, alcohol, and nicotine and document all tattoos 
and piercings.  If you want to reproduce or use drugs, alcohol, smoke 
or get tats and piercings, then get a job.

Put me in charge of government housing.  Ever live in a military 
barracks?  You will maintain our property in a clean and good state 
of repair.  Your "home" will be subject to inspections anytime and 
possessions will be inventoried.  If you want a plasma TV or Xbox 
360, then get a job and your own place.

In addition, you will either present a check stub from a job each 
week or you will report to a "government" job.  It may be cleaning 
the roadways of trash, painting and repairing public housing, 
whatever we find for you.  We will sell your 22 inch rims and low 
profile tires and your blasting stereo and speakers and put that 
money toward the common good.

Before you write that I've violated someone's rights, realize that 
all of the above is voluntary.  If you want our money, accept our 
rules.  Before you say that this would be "demeaning" and ruin their 
"self esteem," consider that it wasn't that long ago that taking 
someone else's money for doing absolutely nothing was demeaning and 
lowered self esteem.

If we are expected to pay for other people's mistakes we should at 
least attempt to make them learn from their bad choices.  The current 
system rewards them for continuing to make bad choices.

AND While you are on Government subsistence, you no longer can 
VOTE!  Yes that is correct.  For you to vote would be a conflict of 
interest.  You will voluntarily remove yourself from voting while you 
are receiving a Government welfare check.  If you want to vote, then get a job. 

From lists at dinospider.com  Mon Apr  4 12:07:11 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:07:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <762134.74584.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<762134.74584.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>

  The environmentalists !  most of what USED to work here no longer 
works.  I have to get my carb cleaner shipped to me from a friend in 
Tuscon because what we get here is nothing more than potable water and 
you can dip the carb in for days and nothing happens.  My chassis paint, 
I had shipped to a hotel in Vegas a few days ahead of me having to be in 
Vegas for work since they wont ship it to Calif.  Its getting pretty bad 
here in Calif. if you want anything that works decently.

     mike

  On 04/04/2011 10:20 AM, Jay wrote:
> Really!
>
> Who does the neutering?
>
>   jay fishbein
>
> wallingford, Ct
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Billy Zoom<billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
>
> .... the Krylon formulas here in Kalifornia have beenneutered
> _______________________________________________

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 12:49:40 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:49:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Urban-Biking
In-Reply-To: <959814.16642.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <959814.16642.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimz32p0=xN8rASJ0UtCkr=gPkNm3w@mail.gmail.com>

That looked like fun! Not something I would do with my "good" bikes,
but I can think of no better use for the old StumpJumper.
David L

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Mon Apr  4 12:52:30 2011
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 11:52:30 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Just to stir things up (NO LBC,
 not even a  little bit)
In-Reply-To: <201104041802.p34I1x4g006875@mail.usimperio.com>
References: <201104041802.p34I1x4g006875@mail.usimperio.com>
Message-ID: <797186.36192.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Love it! 

 Edward Perez
Summerville, SC
78 Midget (1275)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/




________________________________
From: Dave Yealy <lbc at littlebitcountry.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Mon, April 4, 2011 2:01:22 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Just to stir things up (NO LBC, not even a little bit)

PUT ME IN CHARGE!!!
What a good Idea!
This was in the Waco Tribune Herald, Waco , TX Nov 18, 2010

Put me in charge . . ..

Put me in charge of food stamps. I'd get rid of Lone Star cards; no 
cash for Ding Dongs or Ho Ho's, just money for 50-pound bags of rice 
and beans, blocks of cheese and all the powdered milk you can haul 
away.  If you want steak and frozen pizza, then get a  job.

Put me in charge of Medicaid. The first thing I'd do is to get women 
Norplant birth control implants or tubal ligations.  Then, we'll test 
recipients for drugs, alcohol, and nicotine and document all tattoos 
and piercings.  If you want to reproduce or use drugs, alcohol, smoke 
or get tats and piercings, then get a job.

Put me in charge of government housing.  Ever live in a military 
barracks?  You will maintain our property in a clean and good state 
of repair.  Your "home" will be subject to inspections anytime and 
possessions will be inventoried.  If you want a plasma TV or Xbox 
360, then get a job and your own place.

In addition, you will either present a check stub from a job each 
week or you will report to a "government" job.  It may be cleaning 
the roadways of trash, painting and repairing public housing, 
whatever we find for you.  We will sell your 22 inch rims and low 
profile tires and your blasting stereo and speakers and put that 
money toward the common good.

Before you write that I've violated someone's rights, realize that 
all of the above is voluntary.  If you want our money, accept our 
rules.  Before you say that this would be "demeaning" and ruin their 
"self esteem," consider that it wasn't that long ago that taking 
someone else's money for doing absolutely nothing was demeaning and 
lowered self esteem.

If we are expected to pay for other people's mistakes we should at 
least attempt to make them learn from their bad choices.  The current 
system rewards them for continuing to make bad choices.

AND While you are on Government subsistence, you no longer can 
VOTE!  Yes that is correct.  For you to vote would be a conflict of 
interest.  You will voluntarily remove yourself from voting while you 
are receiving a Government welfare check.  If you want to vote, then get a job. 
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 12:53:20 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:53:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>
References: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<762134.74584.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikRGifP7i9w55dW5csO_yFigrs4jA@mail.gmail.com>

Neutering?  Can I watch?     ;-)

Peter

On Mon, Apr 4, 2011 at 1:07 PM, Mike Rambour <lists at dinospider.com> wrote:

>  The environmentalists !  most of what USED to work here no longer works.
>  I have to get my carb cleaner shipped to me from a friend in Tuscon because
> what we get here is nothing more than potable water and you can dip the carb
> in for days and nothing happens.  My chassis paint, I had shipped to a hotel
> in Vegas a few days ahead of me having to be in Vegas for work since they
> wont ship it to Calif.  Its getting pretty bad here in Calif. if you want
> anything that works decently.
>
>    mike
>
>
>  On 04/04/2011 10:20 AM, Jay wrote:
>
>> Really!
>>
>> Who does the neutering?
>>
>>  jay fishbein
>>
>> wallingford, Ct
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> ________________________________
>> From: Billy Zoom<billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
>>
>> .... the Krylon formulas here in Kalifornia have beenneutered
>> _______________________________________________
>>
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Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
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From adrianjones747 at earthlink.net  Mon Apr  4 13:57:40 2011
From: adrianjones747 at earthlink.net (Adrian Jones)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 15:57:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
Message-ID: <001e01cbf302$8ddc99c0$a995cd40$@net>

Another aspect is that, if you bid early, the seller may get one of his
buddies to put in a bid in the hope that it will up your bid.

 

Can anyone recommend a good sniping software - I used to use Cricket but
they went belly up.

 

Cheers!

From refisk at chartermi.net  Mon Apr  4 14:29:31 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 16:29:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <001e01cbf302$8ddc99c0$a995cd40$@net>
References: <001e01cbf302$8ddc99c0$a995cd40$@net>
Message-ID: <041F606529C1403DA6FAED8B66BB1D00@RickPC>

I used to use Cricket too.  Great program.  I've been doing a little 
research on sniping software and the one I'm thinking of trying is called 
"Auction Defender".

http://www.auctiondefender.com/index.php

NFI, etc., etc.

Rick

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Adrian Jones" <adrianjones747 at earthlink.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 3:57 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar


>
> Can anyone recommend a good sniping software - I used to use Cricket but
> they went belly up.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Apr  4 14:30:01 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:30:01 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <001e01cbf302$8ddc99c0$a995cd40$@net>
References: <001e01cbf302$8ddc99c0$a995cd40$@net>
Message-ID: <6D24F7F6745D4C9FB14FD31C2670BB20@spider>

http://www.auctionsniper.com/

Tell them corvallis at peoplepc.com sent you.
I have no patience, so have used this for years.
I usually do a courtesy bid just to alert people that I am interested; also
keeps the seller from getting discouraged. I've had them close an auction
early if they think there is no interest.  ...bill
============================================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Adrian Jones
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 12:58 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar

Another aspect is that, if you bid early, the seller may get one of his
buddies to put in a bid in the hope that it will up your bid.

Can anyone recommend a good sniping software - I used to use Cricket but
they went belly up.
Cheers!
_______________________________________________

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Mon Apr  4 14:39:23 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 20:39:23 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D99FE6F.6020604@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <20110404203923.NXOM8.29277.root@cdptpa-web28-z01>

I have done the same thing many times.  Not that I have that much of a life, but I do forget or sometimes I'm not able to be there watching the end of an auction.  Sometimes the items will bid beyond what I would have been willing to pay and it doesn't matter if I was there or not, other times I've missed items that went for much less than I would have bid and I probably could have won them.  When I miss out on something I really wanted it does bum me out for a little while.

There are proxy services on the internet that will bid for you at the last minute.  I haven't been interested in them enough to research and find out how they work and how trustworthy and reliable they are.


> Maybe you are all right but I have a life, I can't count the number of 
> times I waited to bid on something and forgot about it until an hour 
> after the auction or the day after.

From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 15:20:28 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 14:20:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=X_KM+=TQQoQhYE0vaH4+ZZHnHFA@mail.gmail.com>

I have over 945 transactions mostly from selling at a 100% feedback rating .
. and I confess that I use eSnipe for bidding as I do not want to influence
the price of the item going up by having a traditional proxy bid in place .
. eSnipe bids at the last 6 seconds.

I have thrown ten or so items up on eSnipe at low bids hoping to win one.
And when I do I wait a couple of weeks and then I resell it on eBay with a
much more informative listing, large eBay HTML pics and sound and video of
me playing the amp or the guitar.   I list it on a Friday night to run ten
days thus covering two weekends and hope for a bidding war in the final
minutes.  I have often made a nice profit doing this.

My biggest profit gain came by a Honda gas tank that I bought for $20.0 at a
garage sale.  This was a perfectly clean brand new tank for the early 70's
Honda 4 cyl 750.  It was also in the factory box  (The 750 might have rolled
out in 1969)?   Not sure. .  .

Anyhow. .  it sold for $997.0 with several bidders at war with each other on
a Sunday night (ten day listing).   There was a total of 26 bids on it, as I
remember.

Now I only wish I could do that every week.   (Or once a month would not be
a bad thing either).


Kirk
59 1275

From derf247 at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 15:56:25 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 16:56:25 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=X_KM+=TQQoQhYE0vaH4+ZZHnHFA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTi=X_KM+=TQQoQhYE0vaH4+ZZHnHFA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTik=xsZMyGeJiZYqdC7tvLHJOexNKg@mail.gmail.com>

I bought 4 American Racing Silverstone Magnesium wheels a long time
ago for $100.
I sold them years later on ebay for around $700.

Someone gave my friend a Triumph TR-3 basket case.  He decided he
didn't want to restore it.  I listed it on ebay for him and it fetched
$3500.
Buyer drove down from Michigan with a minivan, a tow dolly, and cash.

I list honestly and thoroughly.  Sometimes I list things for $1 with
no reserve just to get rid of them.  My favorite people are the ones
who buy something for nothing and then complain about it.  I sold a
motorcycle headlight/number plate assembly for $1.  I had a good
picture in the auction.  The new owner complained that is was missing
one headlight and the wire for that headlight.  It was obvious in the
picture.  I even put "See picture." in the auction wording.  I told
him to return it and I'd refund his $1 purchase price but not the $10
shipping.  C'mon, man, we're trying to have a civilization here.

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 17:05:39 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 16:05:39 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1911 lathe
In-Reply-To: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
References: <4D977206.6080403@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikH81s3pRU+U2JyRtQ3xAQy9_sE_Q@mail.gmail.com>

I'm surprised you'd let your garage get that messy, Frank!
Herb

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Mon Apr  4 17:08:54 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 23:08:54 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik=xsZMyGeJiZYqdC7tvLHJOexNKg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

If one of you guys would sell some of Gary's 5000+ Zippo lighters for me, I might be able to get to Midget 50 after all.

Kate

From refisk at chartermi.net  Mon Apr  4 17:36:48 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 19:36:48 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] With a little help from my friends...
In-Reply-To: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9408D31BBE@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9408D31BBE@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <F3B9D01949E1487784EF2B3A0371BE5A@RickPC>

John's car is cool!  I'd never worked on or even been close to a TD before. 
Lot's of shiny brass and chrome bits and right hand drive too.  And a lot 
more room to work under the dash than on a Spridget.  :-)

http://johnsfolly.webs.com/apps/photos/photo?photoid=105742959

Rick


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Deikis, John G" <John.Deikis at va.gov>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 9:09 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] With a little help from my friends...


> Green wire with yellow tracer.
>
> Brown wire with brown tracer.
>
> Gray wire with maroon spots.
>
> Spaghetti with solder sauce.
>
> And a really stiff neck from lying upside down in the cockpit.
>
> I was starting to hallucinate wiring directional signals into my MG TD,
> given miscellaneous extra wire bundles and colors that did not quite
> mimic the OEM wiring diagram. Twelve hours into it, Rick Fisk came over
> with his "circuit beeper" and about 50 years of experience in
> electronics. Four hours later...directionals AND brake lights AND not a
> single puff of smoke escaped!
>
> Thanks Rick. What a list!
>
> JohnD
>
> www.tinyurl.com/kidsCURE

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Apr  4 18:17:16 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:17:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sprites and Midgets being assembled 1969
Message-ID: <4D9A5F8C.8010605@comcast.net>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tBLQEriebs

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Apr  4 18:27:31 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 17:27:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] With a little help from my friends...
In-Reply-To: <F3B9D01949E1487784EF2B3A0371BE5A@RickPC>
References: <E866F92760144E4E860086F02E32EA9408D31BBE@VHAV11MSGA1.v11.med.va.gov>
	<F3B9D01949E1487784EF2B3A0371BE5A@RickPC>
Message-ID: <F14AD74AFF274BF08246909DBEB086A6@spider>

More shiny copper and steel and chrome and aluminum; nicest I've seen.
http://www.97330.com/ShinyEngineBay.jpg
==============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 4:37 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] With a little help from my friends...

John's car is cool!  I'd never worked on or even been close to a TD before. 
Lot's of shiny brass and chrome bits and right hand drive too.  And a lot 
more room to work under the dash than on a Spridget.  :-)

http://johnsfolly.webs.com/apps/photos/photo?photoid=105742959

Rick

From spritenut at comcast.net  Mon Apr  4 18:30:03 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:30:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] CFL light bulbs
Message-ID: <4D9A628B.8060109@comcast.net>

He says it all.

http://www.lewrockwell.com/blog/lewrw/archives/75548.html

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Apr  4 18:49:37 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:49:37 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Cookie Jar
In-Reply-To: <4D99FE6F.6020604@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <C9BFB531.2F1FA%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> after the auction or the day after.
But most of the bidding happens in the last 15 seconds of an auction, and
the people who win have those computer programs that automatically bid three
seconds from the end. It comes down to which of them has the fastest
connection. I've found it best to just bid the maximum amount I'm willing to
pay and take my chances. Of course, I usually get outbid but then I wasn't
willing to spend more than my bid anyway. No matter what it is, there's
always some fool out there willing to pay way more than it's worth.
BZ

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Apr  4 19:16:37 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:16:37 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <C9BFBB85.2F1FC%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

>  My chassis paint,
> I had shipped to a hotel in Vegas a few days ahead of me having to be in
> Vegas for work since they wont ship it to Calif.  Its getting pretty bad
> here in Calif. if you want anything that works decently.
We even have to have our toilets shipped in from out of state. I get spray
paint and bug spray from a friend in Alabama. Seven years ago, we bought a
new house and I spent a week stripping and sanding the hardwood floors. Then
I finished them with Kalifornia Legal, oil base MinWax polyurethane. It
never dried. It took two weeks and a dozen calls to MinWax before they
finally admitted that the stuff that's legal here will never dry, although
they don't have  problem selling stuff that they know won't work. They gave
me my money back, but not my labor costs or the cost of the guy I had to
hire to re-strip the floors and re-refinish them with water-born
polyurethane. He also told me that the the pro floor guys know how much
Toluene per gallon to add to make the stuff work.
Carb dip??? You can wash your face with the stuff they sell here. Remember
when it took skin and paint off?? Now it's not even as effective as hand
soap and water. At least it's almost time for them to go back to real
ethanol-based gasoline. The winter gas here cuts mileage by about thirty
percent. It lasts from Halloween until about May day, or should I say Earth
Day? Sorry for the rant, but you guys got me started. For me, Kalifornia
Environmentalism is like Chinese parts to Frank.
BZ

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Apr  4 19:34:16 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 18:34:16 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sprites and Midgets being assembled 1969
In-Reply-To: <4D9A5F8C.8010605@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <605980.56758.qm@web161207.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Who knew Frank was a closet commie?  For a bunch of factory workers being
repressed by the bourgeois, they looked pretty happy.  Can't help thinking the
sentiment behind the video is part of the reason the UK doesn't have an auto
industry anymore.  Great video, though.  Thanks for posting.

Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

--- On Mon, 4/4/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

From: Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Sprites and Midgets being assembled 1969
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, April 4, 2011, 8:17 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tBLQEriebs

-- Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
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From frog.aye at gmail.com  Mon Apr  4 23:10:35 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 22:10:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Rostyle wheels
In-Reply-To: <4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>
References: <C9BF436D.2F1CE%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
	<762134.74584.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4D9A08CF.3000004@dinospider.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikMnU2G1OaKKc=-1wqD8U514RoS=Q@mail.gmail.com>

On Mon, Apr 4, 2011 at 11:07 AM, Mike Rambour <lists at dinospider.com> wrote:

> .  I have to get my carb cleaner shipped to me from a friend in Tuscon
>
>>
So what state is that in?
Hal

From derf247 at gmail.com  Tue Apr  5 04:51:16 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 05:51:16 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <BANLkTik=xsZMyGeJiZYqdC7tvLHJOexNKg@mail.gmail.com>
	<749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimEWnEChDa8kDseNtYug=p5avAKsw@mail.gmail.com>

I have about 10 Zippos and about a hundred other unique lighters, most
antique.
I bought my first Zippo for $0.25 at an elementary school fair.
I realized a long time ago that there a just too many Zippos to try
and collect them all.  Sounds like Gary is trying, though.

From pvanwig at me.com  Tue Apr  5 06:56:39 2011
From: pvanwig at me.com (Paul Van Wig)
Date: Tue, 05 Apr 2011 05:56:39 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] [morris_motors] Well we made it
In-Reply-To: <SNT112-DS23C7B35DC7501968C7F924B7A20@phx.gbl>
References: <1355293914.2149886.1301983729533.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<SNT112-DS23C7B35DC7501968C7F924B7A20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <E47A07E0-F6D6-4838-95A8-A4C6797D2818@me.com>

Here are some shots of the show
https://picasaweb.google.com/pvanwig/31stSouthwestUniqueLittleCarShow#

On Apr 5, 2011, at 5:22 AM, LOUIS HUDGIN wrote:

o;?

   I don't have time to download the pics, so I'll link to someone else's
pics, https://picasaweb.google.com/vkonings/SWULCS2011?feat=directlink#
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/microcar-minicar/photos/recent/list

 .

__,_._,___

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Apr  5 07:49:24 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 09:49:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] Wrecked Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikogaagCR6+Bwbc7710eKrHFjMEBw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikogaagCR6+Bwbc7710eKrHFjMEBw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w43349B2871A878EC94AF5B8A20@phx.gbl>

Hopefully the occupants are okay.
Anyone from this list?

Robert D

> Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2011 15:03:45 -0700
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Wrecked Bugeye
>
> My son just called say he saw a wrecked Bugeye on the side of I5 north,
> south of downtown Portland.
> Anyone on list? Are you OK?
>
> Ira Erbs
> DIGS-4 Solutions
> Portland, OR
>
> sent from my Droid, please excuse typos and random self corrections because
> my phone has It's own ideas about what word I meant to write

From adrianjones747 at earthlink.net  Tue Apr  5 08:35:05 2011
From: adrianjones747 at earthlink.net (Adrian Jones)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 10:35:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sprites and Midgets being assembled 1969
Message-ID: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>

Great video Frank.  Thanks for posting the link.

The "workers" seemed happy enough - not sure I could do it for 8 hours and
overtime, though.

Cheers!

From derf247 at gmail.com  Tue Apr  5 10:19:51 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 11:19:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <BANLkTik=xsZMyGeJiZYqdC7tvLHJOexNKg@mail.gmail.com>
	<749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimHJLvQbhrkbPz4r7JSajVxZt6vbw@mail.gmail.com>

If you have that many then surely there are many average ones and many
rare, expensive ones.
You should probably enlist the help of an expert.  Listing on ebay
isn't hard.  You just need good pics, good description, and a general
idea of timing.
First order of business is to figure out what you have, which ones you
want to sell, and about what they're worth.

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Tue Apr  5 10:56:59 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 12:56:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimEWnEChDa8kDseNtYug=p5avAKsw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20110405165659.X9BA9.95446.root@cdptpa-web26-z02>

My wife collects various things but I don't have the temperment to be a real collector.  I am more of an "accumulator".  I find thing that I like and buy some of them in variations that I like, but I don't want to have to buy every one of them and track down all of the rare variants.

I saw a show on TV a few weeks ago about a guy that collected old model train stuff.  He had thousands and thousands of pieces- trains, props, buildings, track, people, all kinds of stuff from up to 150 years ago that all went into trains.  There was one piece that was a large building or group of buildindgs, and he had every one that the company made.  I don't mean every variation, but every single one of the buildings that were sold.  He had a bridge from Europe that was bombed during WWI and no longer existed.  He had a home with a very large basement, over 5,000SF if I heard it right, and it was completely full of train tracks and loaded shelves.  He finally decided he had collected everything that was available, so he was going to sell every bit of it and start over collecting something else.  The auction house that was going to sell it said they thought it would go for well into 8 figures.
 
> I have about 10 Zippos and about a hundred other unique lighters, most
> antique.
> I bought my first Zippo for $0.25 at an elementary school fair.
> I realized a long time ago that there a just too many Zippos to try
> and collect them all.  Sounds like Gary is trying, though.

From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Apr  5 11:26:35 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 10:26:35 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] My Largest eBay Profit
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimEWnEChDa8kDseNtYug=p5avAKsw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik=xsZMyGeJiZYqdC7tvLHJOexNKg@mail.gmail.com>
	<749383683.1430090.1301958534846.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
	<BANLkTimEWnEChDa8kDseNtYug=p5avAKsw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <286541.31988.qm@web83914.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Do you smoke?

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________
From: derf <derf247 at gmail.com>

I have about 10 Zippos and about a hundred other unique lighters,

From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Tue Apr  5 13:18:06 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 12:18:06 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Good Sniping Software
Message-ID: <BANLkTin4GLqh3P=Gr-qsbBE6smk7ooRPGQ@mail.gmail.com>

I have used eSnipe.com for the past few years and it has worked fantastic
for me.  . and cheap.  I believe the default is 6 seconds which has always
worked fine for me.

You just have to make sure that your sign on for eSnipe and for eBay is a
match.  I cannot say enough good about it.

Kirk

From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Tue Apr  5 13:29:11 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 12:29:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Weirdo's on eBay
Message-ID: <BANLkTinZCrSwA-vV9nTSL19rpXVZPNWTSQ@mail.gmail.com>

At around 945 transactions I have only had two strange characters that
caused me trouble where I was able to have eBay reverse the negative
feedback rating.   Some people will pull the negative feedback lever without
ever thinking to get in touch with the seller.

Have you ever tried listing on a Friday night around 7.30 Pacific time for a
ten day listing to end on a Sunday night around the country in the evening.
.  10.30 in the East?

Avoid holiday weekends. .  otherwise this technique can really set stuff in
motion for higher ending prices.  Many people are on their computers on
Sunday nights around the country before the next workday on Monday.

I like to start with a low starting price, no reserve and let it go for ten
days.

Kirk

From derf247 at gmail.com  Tue Apr  5 13:34:33 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 14:34:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Weirdo's on eBay
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinZCrSwA-vV9nTSL19rpXVZPNWTSQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTinZCrSwA-vV9nTSL19rpXVZPNWTSQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=UaEVdehih29Rp2hqjmeaTWUNGDQ@mail.gmail.com>

Lately I've just been doing fixed price sales and letting them run.

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Apr  5 17:43:05 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 19:43:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] CFL light bulbs
In-Reply-To: <4D9A628B.8060109@comcast.net>
References: <4D9A628B.8060109@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <CC1FBD9E4150415D9A20B967F75D5A37@blackbox2>

We should skip cfl's with the mercury issue, and go straight to LED lights.

Like this:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/e14-3w-260-lumen-warm-white-light-lamp-bulb-85-
265v-47492

Unfortunately, still made & sold in china....


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 8:30 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] CFL light bulbs

He says it all.

http://www.lewrockwell.com/blog/lewrw/archives/75548.html

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
_______________________________________________

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Apr  5 17:50:24 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 19:50:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [morris_motors] Well we made it
In-Reply-To: <E47A07E0-F6D6-4838-95A8-A4C6797D2818@me.com>
References: <1355293914.2149886.1301983729533.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net><SNT112-DS23C7B35DC7501968C7F924B7A20@phx.gbl>
	<E47A07E0-F6D6-4838-95A8-A4C6797D2818@me.com>
Message-ID: <ABF33F9F81C94744BF191A07FC025EC9@blackbox2>

Is it me or is there something unusual about the steel wheels on this
Bugeye?   I think they are welded up to be wider than stock.

https://picasaweb.google.com/vkonings/SWULCS2011?feat=directlink#55915901414
41849378

OR

http://tinyurl.com/3tatt6o

From rrivenbark at cfl.rr.com  Wed Apr  6 08:55:14 2011
From: rrivenbark at cfl.rr.com (=?utf-8?B?cnJpdmVuYmFya0BjZmwucnIuY29t?=)
Date: Wed, 06 Apr 2011 10:55:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] =?utf-8?q?CFL_light_bulbs?=
Message-ID: <B9.44.09483.1CE7C9D4@cdptpa-omtalb.mail.rr.com>

I am having good success with led lamps from earthled.com. Good color and lumen output.  The good quality manufacturers state 30k hours for their products with some stating 50k hours.  I would recommend products with Cree internals.

Sent from my HTC EVO 4G

----- Reply message -----
From: "Dean Hedin" <dlh2001 at comcast.net>
Date: Tue, Apr 5, 2011 7:43 pm
Subject: [Spridgets] CFL light bulbs
To: "'Frank Clarici'" <spritenut at comcast.net>, "'Spridgets'" <spridgets at autox.team.net>

We should skip cfl's with the mercury issue, and go straight to LED lights.

Like this:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/e14-3w-260-lumen-warm-white-light-lamp-bulb-85-
265v-47492

Unfortunately, still made & sold in china....


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 8:30 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] CFL light bulbs

He says it all.

http://www.lewrockwell.com/blog/lewrw/archives/75548.html

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 07:06:35 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 08:06:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 94 Ford Ranger assistance please NO LBC CONTENT:
 BITCHERS AND WHINERS DELETE NOW
Message-ID: <BANLkTikXiDdvQ3AJCo+SL4_7Rsi7560Grg@mail.gmail.com>

I have a friend needing help on a 94 Ranger with a 3.0 V6, Where do set the
timing, what degree? What wire do you disconnect, to prevent the computer
from trying to reset it?

Thanks,
Brad

-- 
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www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From jfishbein at snet.net  Thu Apr  7 08:09:50 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 07:09:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC CONTENT
Message-ID: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid?
2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast?

 
Send your answers to spridgets at autox.team.net.
You must be registered with this list to enter.
Employees and their families are excluded from the contest..

Thanks in advance,

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Thu Apr  7 08:51:10 2011
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:51:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC  CONTENT
In-Reply-To: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <9c4a79$bnljci@email.mtu.edu>

At 10:09 AM 4/7/2011, Jay wrote:
>1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid? Sprite - YES
>2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast? Stamped steel - Sprite
Don't know about the '66 Midget.


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

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 10:16:33 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 11:16:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC  CONTENT
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bnljci@email.mtu.edu>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<9c4a79$bnljci@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikcuvg7CbWJCNCXZ2Ti7=ztG0x8Qg@mail.gmail.com>

Last looked at a 1966 about 2 months ago.  Definitely stamped steel...

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:

> At 10:09 AM 4/7/2011, Jay wrote:
>
>> 1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid? Sprite - YES
>> 2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast? Stamped steel - Sprite
>>
> Don't know about the '66 Midget.
>
>
> Tim Collins
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/_______________________________________________
>
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Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
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From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 10:18:20 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 09:18:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC  CONTENT
In-Reply-To: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimDLuOjut6t5ecDBGhs2nE7ktDDvQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Jay,

I do know that my '65 Sprite that I drove in college used a push button
Solenoid.  Hope this helps.

Cheers,

Curt

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 7:09 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> 1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid?
> 2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast?
>
>
> Send your answers to spridgets at autox.team.net.
> You must be registered with this list to enter.
> Employees and their families are excluded from the contest..
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
> _______________________________________________
>
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From spritenut at comcast.net  Thu Apr  7 13:42:26 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:42:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC  CONTENT
In-Reply-To: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4D9E13A2.3010504@comcast.net>

On 4/7/2011 10:09 AM, Jay wrote:
> 1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid?
> 2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast?
>
>
Yes, push button, the larger rubber capped button not the smaller 
plastic button.
And it was stamped steel.
Jay, I still have (somewhere) that cast solenoid you wanted.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From jfishbein at snet.net  Thu Apr  7 14:23:50 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 13:23:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC  CONTENT
In-Reply-To: <4D9E13A2.3010504@comcast.net>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<4D9E13A2.3010504@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <458029.68701.qm@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Thanks Frank,

And thanks for remembering about the cast unit, but I don't need it anymore 
since I aborted my Sebring Project. I had actually acquired two which I will be 
selling. That's why I was wondering if they wee used on '66 Sprites.

I actually have some choice parts from my Sebring Project if anyone is thinking 
of embarking on building one.

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct
To: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
Cc: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thu, April 7, 2011 3:42:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] 1966 Sprite/Midget Question -Warning LBC CONTENT

On 4/7/2011 10:09 AM, Jay wrote:
> 1) Does a 66 Spridget use the push button solenoid?
> 2) If so, is the body stamped steel, or cast?
>
>
Yes, push button, the larger rubber capped button not the smaller 
plastic button.
And it was stamped steel.
Jay, I still have (somewhere) that cast solenoid you wanted.

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Thu Apr  7 15:09:07 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:09:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
Message-ID: <62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>

I had a really good visit with Rich and his wife, and was amazed that the 
"Hawaiian-style Food" in Everett WA was actually authentic and excellent 
plate-lunch fare.  His yard looks authentic, too, with one Spridget at the 
curb and a tub on the lawn.

I made it back in 14 days - first San Juan Island, WA south to Los Angeles, 
then ocean to ocean - visiting family and friends in San Francisco, LA, Palm 
Springs, and Taos, and making  miles thereafter.  I don't know how many 
miles as my speed sensor went partially bonkers (0 to 120 mph in half a 
second!) and the odometer only worked when the speedometer worked - half the 
time or less, depending.  I managed to replace the sensor without a lift in 
some tiny town in TN, only possible for someone as small as I.  But it only 
lasted a day.  It may be the wires, which hang down asking to be jerked by a 
stick on the road.

I have only one really significant observation from this  trip:
In Washington State the speed limit is 60 mph.
People drive 60 mph.
It must be a West Coast thing.

Michael Rowe
2002 Roadtrek 170 Popular

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Ball" <rich_ball at mindspring.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 4:41 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions


> Susan and I had the opportunity to meet up with Michael while he was out 
> here in Seattle last week. 

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Thu Apr  7 15:47:13 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 14:47:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
Message-ID: <290761.28909.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Michael,
Sounds like a fun road trip. Glad you made it back without too much trouble. 
Don't suppose you got the chance to stop by the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville, 
did you? I assume not or it would have figured somewhere in your short 
description of the drive. It really is an amazing way to spend an afternoon.

David Booker
Long Island

From wjc3 at citlink.net  Thu Apr  7 15:53:55 2011
From: wjc3 at citlink.net (John Conklin)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 17:53:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] TEST
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimDLuOjut6t5ecDBGhs2nE7ktDDvQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<BANLkTimDLuOjut6t5ecDBGhs2nE7ktDDvQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E4C3D12C36A3418EA7671210837CCE15@johnconklinPC>

test

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 16:15:08 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 17:15:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>

I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed
limit out in rural areas, to 85. If you've ever driven from Abilene to New
Mexico, you'd understand why.....

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 4:09 PM, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:

> I had a really good visit with Rich and his wife, and was amazed that the
> "Hawaiian-style Food" in Everett WA was actually authentic and excellent
> plate-lunch fare.  His yard looks authentic, too, with one Spridget at the
> curb and a tub on the lawn.
>
> I made it back in 14 days - first San Juan Island, WA south to Los Angeles,
> then ocean to ocean - visiting family and friends in San Francisco, LA, Palm
> Springs, and Taos, and making  miles thereafter.  I don't know how many
> miles as my speed sensor went partially bonkers (0 to 120 mph in half a
> second!) and the odometer only worked when the speedometer worked - half the
> time or less, depending.  I managed to replace the sensor without a lift in
> some tiny town in TN, only possible for someone as small as I.  But it only
> lasted a day.  It may be the wires, which hang down asking to be jerked by a
> stick on the road.
>
> I have only one really significant observation from this  trip:
> In Washington State the speed limit is 60 mph.
> People drive 60 mph.
> It must be a West Coast thing.
>
> Michael Rowe
> 2002 Roadtrek 170 Popular
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Richard Ball" <
> rich_ball at mindspring.com>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 4:41 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
>
>
>  Susan and I had the opportunity to meet up with Michael while he was out
>> here in Seattle last week.
>>
> _______________________________________________
>
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Apr  7 16:18:54 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 15:18:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] TEST
In-Reply-To: <E4C3D12C36A3418EA7671210837CCE15@johnconklinPC>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><BANLkTimDLuOjut6t5ecDBGhs2nE7ktDDvQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<E4C3D12C36A3418EA7671210837CCE15@johnconklinPC>
Message-ID: <3729B84E7F15455BB15EB075E607743A@spider>

i.c.u.
=========================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of John Conklin
Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 2:54 PM
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] TEST

test
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Thu Apr  7 16:58:29 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 22:58:29 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1263659312.2196439.1302217109842.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Depends on which road and where you are in the State.
I240 - 60, I82 - 70, I395 - 35,45,60,70 - depending where you're at, etc... !
I5 - traffic jams  <g>

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

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

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 4:09 PM, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:

> I have only one really significant observation from this  trip:
> In Washington State the speed limit is 60 mph.
> People drive 60 mph.

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Thu Apr  7 17:04:28 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 19:04:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Weather - no LBC
In-Reply-To: <AANLkTik-yefnLQq+dHE-hGez6aPVMShJpBTWgr6hTK8O@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2030643220.2023603.1301248127119.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
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	<81D64251-23B4-443B-8169-E8812C43794B@verizon.net>
	<AANLkTi=JMGkky6MEJa91JPqU=AvQMrGr+A-_Ztj6iaw0@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY147-w1460C026A2BB93CE5A9460B8BC0@phx.gbl>
	<201103310621429.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<AANLkTik-yefnLQq+dHE-hGez6aPVMShJpBTWgr6hTK8O@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <EEB5AB1FDAE54B179A6E9A362BAE521B@Home>

It was 97 in Palm Springs when I passed through last week on my way from WA 
to NY by the southern route.  I had to borrow some short-sleeved shirts from 
a relative.  Two days later I got snowed on at night in NM.

Michael Rowe
2002 Roadtrek 170 Popular 

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 17:09:31 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:09:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=3OJgJEXB5XHQ-AreYrYLWA47knA@mail.gmail.com>

> I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed
> limit out in rural areas, to 85. If you've ever driven from Abilene to New
> Mexico, you'd understand why.....

To say nothing of some stretches of Nevada, I8 from San Diego to Phoenix, etc.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Thu Apr  7 17:12:54 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:12:54 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home><8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu><62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>

-----Original Message----- 
From: Brad Fornal
Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 5:15 PM
To: Michael Rowe
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions

I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed
limit out in rural areas, to 85. If you've ever driven from Abilene to New
Mexico, you'd understand why.....

***********************

OK, so there is one reason to go to Texas... if it passes.

Many years back, several friends and acquaintances thought of making a run 
to Montana to have a little fun back when there was no speed limit.  I and a 
few others had Porsches, one had a Ferrari, a few had Corvettes (including 
one with incredible horsepower) and one AC Cobra.  Sounded like a blast, but 
we never put the trip together.  Ah, wasted opportunities!  Such a shame!


LAD 

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 17:15:35 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:15:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
	<35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>

Well, this has not happened yet....
http://www.texasmile.net/

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 6:12 PM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>wrote:

>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Brad Fornal
> Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 5:15 PM
> To: Michael Rowe
> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
>
> I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed
> limit out in rural areas, to 85. If you've ever driven from Abilene to New
> Mexico, you'd understand why.....
>
> ***********************
>
> OK, so there is one reason to go to Texas... if it passes.
>
> Many years back, several friends and acquaintances thought of making a run
> to Montana to have a little fun back when there was no speed limit.  I and
> a
> few others had Porsches, one had a Ferrari, a few had Corvettes (including
> one with incredible horsepower) and one AC Cobra.  Sounded like a blast,
> but
> we never put the trip together.  Ah, wasted opportunities!  Such a shame!
>
>
> LAD
>
>


-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 17:46:42 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:46:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] TEST
In-Reply-To: <E4C3D12C36A3418EA7671210837CCE15@johnconklinPC>
References: <761207.78376.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<BANLkTimDLuOjut6t5ecDBGhs2nE7ktDDvQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<E4C3D12C36A3418EA7671210837CCE15@johnconklinPC>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=zwYG1tYCJhtg6hcF3hhKBA1wnQQ@mail.gmail.com>

What??!!  Another damned test??!!   I failed the last 4 of them so I doubt
I'll do any better on this one.
-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 4:53 PM, John Conklin <wjc3 at citlink.net> wrote:

> test

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Thu Apr  7 17:54:00 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:54:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home><8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu><62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home><BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com><35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>
	<BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D550DF77C49D404788E309340DA42BA9@HomePC>

Well, Brad, that looks like fun!  Unfortunately, I donbt have a car that
would be worth bringing down there for that type of event.

It certainly looks, though, as an admirable goal!  Ibve never set up a car
for top speed like that, but it does sound like fun!


LAD



From: Brad Fornal
Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 6:15 PM
To: Larry Daniels
Cc: Michael Rowe ; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions

Well, this has not happened yet....
http://www.texasmile.net/


On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 6:12 PM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>
wrote:



  -----Original Message-----
  From: Brad Fornal
  Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 5:15 PM
  To: Michael Rowe
  Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
  Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions

  I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed
  limit out in rural areas, to 85. If you've ever driven from Abilene to New
  Mexico, you'd understand why.....


  ***********************

  OK, so there is one reason to go to Texas... if it passes.

  Many years back, several friends and acquaintances thought of making a run
  to Montana to have a little fun back when there was no speed limit.  I and
a
  few others had Porsches, one had a Ferrari, a few had Corvettes (including
  one with incredible horsepower) and one AC Cobra.  Sounded like a blast,
but
  we never put the trip together.  Ah, wasted opportunities!  Such a shame!


  LAD





--
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From thcollin at mtu.edu  Thu Apr  7 18:21:48 2011
From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:21:48 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9c4a79$bntte2@email.mtu.edu>

At 06:15 PM 4/7/2011, Brad Fornal wrote:
>I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the speed

I worked with a woman at Michigan Tech who told me this story. She & 
her husband bought a Porsche from someone in Southern Cal. Their son 
went out to get it and took the southern route to get it back to MI. 
Somewhere in TX he stopped at a truck stop and was chatted up by 2 
guys in jump suits who were admiring the car. The son lamented the 
fact that he had a nice car but that the speed limits held him back. 
They said; "Want to get through TX fast?" Well, sure! They went and 
got their car. Supposedly they were TX Rangers of the high speed 
pursuit variety. Their job was to chase drug runners until others 
could make the arrest. Their car was essentially a stock car with 
full roll cage, bare interior and shot guns mounted to the cage. The 
Rangers took off and the son followed. Along the way they picked up 
another exotic car or 2 and drove high speed all the way to the 
border. I never knew if this was a true story or just smoke up my 
shorts. What's the chance this was true Brad?


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

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 18:36:24 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 17:36:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Review
Message-ID: <BANLkTimUUigNgPcQ3VkZZYrW3sSXNv3kxQ@mail.gmail.com>

Fellow Spridgetiers,

FYI, I just received a Bugeye carburetor heat shield from supplier "Ashley
Hinton" in the U.K.  It appears to be a spot on copy of the original and I
cannot be more pleased with the quality.   I've seen folks on eBay trying to
sell rusted, bent and cracked originals for $100 and this one is NOS quality
for about $60 delivered from England.  A little Morris green paint and you
won't be able to tell the difference from the original.

Cheers,

Curt Arndt
'55 BN1, '60 AN5 :{) an all original, 55k original mile car which will stay
as original as possible.

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Thu Apr  7 18:41:14 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 19:41:14 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
	<35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>
	<BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4D9E59AA.9020404@tx.rr.com>

Go on youtube and search "texas mile".  You can find some awesome videos 
from past years.



> Well, this has not happened yet....
> http://www.texasmile.net/

From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 18:42:23 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 19:42:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bntte2@email.mtu.edu>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
	<9c4a79$bntte2@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimMco045BtF2tBgwXJdYgSkMxEbnA@mail.gmail.com>

The chance that he drove fast, or that chance that he met a cool cop. Either
one sounds a bit far fetched....
LOL

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 7:21 PM, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:

> At 06:15 PM 4/7/2011, Brad Fornal wrote:
>
>> I saw on the news this morning, that Texas is considering raising the
>> speed
>>
>
> I worked with a woman at Michigan Tech who told me this story. She & her
> husband bought a Porsche from someone in Southern Cal. Their son went out to
> get it and took the southern route to get it back to MI. Somewhere in TX he
> stopped at a truck stop and was chatted up by 2 guys in jump suits who were
> admiring the car. The son lamented the fact that he had a nice car but that
> the speed limits held him back. They said; "Want to get through TX fast?"
> Well, sure! They went and got their car. Supposedly they were TX Rangers of
> the high speed pursuit variety. Their job was to chase drug runners until
> others could make the arrest. Their car was essentially a stock car with
> full roll cage, bare interior and shot guns mounted to the cage. The Rangers
> took off and the son followed. Along the way they picked up another exotic
> car or 2 and drove high speed all the way to the border. I never knew if
> this was a true story or just smoke up my shorts. What's the chance this was
> true Brad?
>
>
> Tim Collins
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/
>



-- 
DON JULIO 1942

www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From soavero at yahoo.com  Thu Apr  7 19:09:34 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:09:34 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
Message-ID: <473123.94555.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Thu, 4/7/11, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:
> I have only
one really significant observation from
> this  trip:
> In Washington State
the speed limit is 60 mph.
> People drive 60 mph.

So - on LI where you are,
the LIE was 55 and I never got over 20.

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Thu Apr  7 19:37:17 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 01:37:17 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <473123.94555.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <596562231.2198777.1302226637821.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

BTW - doing 61-65 in a 60mph zone costs $174.
Doubled if it is a work zone.
And a big fine if you don't slow down when passing a police or emergency vehicle at work on the side of the road.

$$$$$$$

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From spritenut at comcast.net  Thu Apr  7 19:46:17 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:46:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
Message-ID: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>

*While cleaning out and old sewing machine my wife bought as a child, I 
found this old military looking lighter.
Snooping around Ebay I found one very similar.
If anyone is a collector, and can tell me about how old it is, you can 
have it.
The sewing machine is a foot operated, leather belt driven Singer over 
100 years old.
It just went to the antique auction but the lighter was saved and has 
been in the drawer since Diane bought the machine when she was about 16.

http://tinyurl.com/3w39luw*

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Thu Apr  7 19:51:22 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 18:51:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E103E80A32AE4371B9C7CA51560C0CFB@Home>
	<8EC9BF7FD4D1487AADC3D2E14242CF18@psych.washington.edu>
	<62B10A5F78D74EA6A14414C51FF11F0B@Home>
	<BANLkTimRhLVs9T-XcQGjxt3q-YRYXPcS0Q@mail.gmail.com>
	<35496B2100C944CD897D05563117C9A6@HomePC>
	<BANLkTi=Wp4JWemPeiQo7dANZSOZvKMKEZw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <822511.64823.qm@web36807.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

There's another one in North Carolina - the Maxton Mile...
http://www.ecta-lsr.com/


 - David Booker



________________________________
From: Brad Fornal tequila.brad at gmail.com

Well, this has not happened yet....
http://www.texasmile.net/

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Thu Apr  7 20:08:24 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 19:08:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <473123.94555.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <473123.94555.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <357980.65259.qm@web36807.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK Ron - Rush hour doesn't count... :-)  
I have found that the LIE in
non-rush hour traffic generally settles in at 75 or 
80mph - at least it is
like that once you get out of Queens. Police don't 
usually bother you unless
you are driving dangerously. Use your signals, change 
lanes one at a time,
don't tailgate, and the police are usually also doing about 
the same speed
and leave you alone. Parkways are usually running about 70mph (I 
think they
are 60mph limits). 


 - David Booker
Long Island
________________________________
From: Ron Soave soavero at yahoo.com

So - on LI
where you are,
the LIE was 55 and I never got over 20.

From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 20:27:31 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 21:27:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
In-Reply-To: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
References: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinEwNVKB0KpjW+upsF8D2-zqcyb5g@mail.gmail.com>

I have a couple of that style lighter.  There were many reproductions
made.  It is a nice, classic, functional design.
I doubt the ebay model is from WWI or II being marked made in Japan,
but I could be wrong on that.
If you find it isn't worth a lot and you just want to get rid of it
I'll trade you something Spridget related for it.
What markings do you see on it?

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Thu Apr  7 20:29:28 2011
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 21:29:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
In-Reply-To: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
References: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002a01cbf594$c9317e20$5b947a60$@rr.com>

Can't find a period motor for the lathe?


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Frank Clarici
Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 8:46 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?

*While cleaning out and old sewing machine my wife bought as a child, I 
found this old military looking lighter.
Snooping around Ebay I found one very similar.
If anyone is a collector, and can tell me about how old it is, you can 
have it.
The sewing machine is a foot operated, leather belt driven Singer over 
100 years old.
It just went to the antique auction but the lighter was saved and has 
been in the drawer since Diane bought the machine when she was about 16.

http://tinyurl.com/3w39luw*

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
Suggested annual donation  $12.75
Archive: http://www.team.net/archive
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 20:29:49 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 21:29:49 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
In-Reply-To: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
References: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikmid0JfWuJbAwqPrwHk9mrVKNOgg@mail.gmail.com>

Some info on Bowers lighters:
http://www.bowers-mfg.com/history.html

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Thu Apr  7 20:32:42 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 19:32:42 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
In-Reply-To: <4D9E68E9.8090008@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <150694.18435.qm@web161208.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Saw one of these on an episode of Pawn Stars.  They were used in WWII by the
military to avoid giving away your position. The rope smoldered rather than
produced a flame allowing you to light your cig. Probably might have been used
as far back as WWI.  They were also sold commercially following WWII.  Any
markings on it?

Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

--- On Thu, 4/7/11, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

From: Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Thursday, April 7, 2011, 9:46 PM

*While cleaning out and old sewing machine my wife bought as a child, I
found this old military looking lighter.
Snooping around Ebay I found one very similar.
If anyone is a collector, and can tell me about how old it is, you can
have it.
The sewing machine is a foot operated, leather belt driven Singer over
100 years old.
It just went to the antique auction but the lighter was saved and has
been in the drawer since Diane bought the machine when she was about 16.

http://tinyurl.com/3w39luw*

--
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
Suggested annual donation  $12.75
Archive: http://www.team.net/archive
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 21:06:33 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 22:06:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
In-Reply-To: <002a01cbf594$c9317e20$5b947a60$@rr.com>
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	<002a01cbf594$c9317e20$5b947a60$@rr.com>
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I've retrofitted some with better, more modern motors.  The old three
phase Bridgeport mill motors work great with a VFD (variable frequency
drive).

A good poor man's trick is to find a used treadmill (people always
seem to be tossing them out by the curb) and scavenging the DC motor
and controller to use on machine tools.  Most are decent sized, 1HP or
so DC motors.  DC motors are good for torque and easier to speed
control.

However you power/control the lathe I suggest a big, red STOP button
that can be hit easily.    Another nice thing about fancy DC
controllers and VFDs is you can program a brake.
Also, a good dead man's foot switch is a wise thing to have sometimes,
if you let off the footswitch, it shuts things down.

On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 9:29 PM, Chris Manuel <cmanuel at wi.rr.com> wrote:
> Can't find a period motor for the lathe?

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 21:20:20 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 03:20:20 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
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David,

I also travel often on the LIE but have found the time of day and place has a huge impact on the likelihood of getting stopped. At 4 AM in the morning you can cruise at 80 and no one cares, however try driving east during late morning around exit 56 and you can get stopped if over 70.  I got a ticket for 71 when all the cars were all going the same speed. Not even in a 2 seater but my wife's SUV.  Cop did not care, said the classic line tell it to the judge.

Steve
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

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From: David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com>
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Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 19:08:24 
To: spridget<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions

OK Ron - Rush hour doesn't count... :-)  
I have found that the LIE in
non-rush hour traffic generally settles in at 75 or 
80mph - at least it is
like that once you get out of Queens. Police don't 
usually bother you unless
you are driving dangerously. Use your signals, change 
lanes one at a time,
don't tailgate, and the police are usually also doing about 
the same speed
and leave you alone. Parkways are usually running about 70mph (I 
think they
are 60mph limits). 


 - David Booker
Long Island
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From: Ron Soave soavero at yahoo.com

So - on LI
where you are,
the LIE was 55 and I never got over 20.
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From froggi60 at gmail.com  Thu Apr  7 23:38:54 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2011 22:38:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
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Even after all the years I've been on this list, the diversity within this
group of people never ceases to amaze me!

Herb

From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com  Fri Apr  8 00:20:15 2011
From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 02:20:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
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On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
So - on LI where you are, the LIE was 55 and I never got over 20.
 _______________________________________________

My wife was surprised as we drove south on Las Vegas Blvd. last year
and I started laughing like a fool. The speed limit there by McCarron
airport was 45MPH. Yeah, right! Bumper to bumper all the way! That
city has a sense of humor!!!
-- 
Kent
1960 Bugeye
1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...

From derf247 at gmail.com  Fri Apr  8 16:37:56 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 17:37:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Any cig lighter collectors?
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Also, it is often nice to be able to reverse a lathe.

From haynes386 at netzero.net  Fri Apr  8 17:06:26 2011
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 23:06:26 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] MKII Wiring Harness Location
Message-ID: <20110408.170626.6093.0@webmail20.dca.untd.com>

The MKII is coming along, but I've run into a small stumbling block. When
passing the headlight and turn signal wiring harness from fender to fender,
does it run just under the bonnet release in clips, or farther back or farther
down?
It's only been 13 years since  took this apart thinking it would be next year
I put it together, now I need some assistance.
TIA,


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12977
HAN5L8016

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From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Apr  8 18:08:04 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2011 17:08:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Road conditions
In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$bntte2@email.mtu.edu>
Message-ID: <641151.7892.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Thu, 4/7/11, Tim Collins <thcollin at mtu.edu> wrote:
> drug runners until others could make the arrest. Their car
> was essentially a stock car with full roll cage, bare
> interior and shot guns mounted to the cage. 
> What's the chance this was true Brad?

That sounds an awful lot like my M3.

Ron

From spritenut at comcast.net  Fri Apr  8 20:55:19 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Fri, 08 Apr 2011 22:55:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] MKII Wiring Harness Location
In-Reply-To: <20110408.170626.6093.0@webmail20.dca.untd.com>
References: <20110408.170626.6093.0@webmail20.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <4D9FCA97.3030601@comcast.net>

On 4/8/2011 7:06 PM, Mark Haynes wrote:
> The MKII is coming along, but I've run into a small stumbling block. When
> passing the headlight and turn signal wiring harness from fender to fender,
> does it run just under the bonnet release in clips, or farther back or farther
> down?
> It's only been 13 years since  took this apart thinking it would be next year
> I put it together, now I need some assistance.
> TIA,
>
>
Mark

The main front lamp harness runs down the inner right fender through the 
sheetmetal things next to the radiator.
 From inside the grill opening, the harness gets clipped to the front 
lip of the upper part where the top grill screws go.
There were 4 clips, 2 are a bit larger then the other 2, the smaller 
ones went on the left side as the light harness got smaller.
I try to hide the main bullet connectors in the middle of the grill area 
just behind the center support.


-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From bkitterer at me.com  Fri Apr  8 21:24:35 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:24:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Visit to Lane Motor Museum
Message-ID: <AEE3FC17-3194-4E5A-90D2-2196805A306E@me.com>

HI Folks,

We got to visit the Lane Motor Museum here in Nashville today and thought you might want to look at some photos.  These are just things that caught my eye today for what ever reason.

http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927

Also would like to apologize to any listers that we have passed by getting from the west coast to Nashville.  A couple of things happened.  First we were through AZ, NM and parts of TX last year so we pretty much just passed through.  Also we rarely know more than a day or two ahead where we will be next.  Although that is changing some what.  Sunday we will be heading down to Pensacola and then working our way around the edge of FL.  Not sure how long that is going to take but will post a note as we get ready to head up the East Coast.  Hopefully we will not pass anyone by that wants to kick some tires and talk cars or the trip.

Thanks and hope you enjoy the photos

Bob Kitterer and Dolores

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage

From jackson.skip at yahoo.com  Sat Apr  9 05:27:50 2011
From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 04:27:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject)
Message-ID: <12788.81221.qm@web46401.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

The Cookie Jar is back!   This time in PINK.  Buy it NOW $195!!!
250801864660
Skip J.

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sat Apr  9 05:54:31 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 07:54:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
Message-ID: <34B242E1-474A-496C-B31A-0E9F652D6E9D@comcast.net>

Well Everyone,

Another weekend has started which means I am going to try again to get
Kristi's Midget out of Larry's driveway. Last weekend closed with a new
problem so let's see what happens now. We started out with no spark. I got
that problem fixed. The plug wires were not in the proper position, got that
fixed. The dizzy was not in the correct spot, think i got that fixed, Now the
new problem, when we go to start, it builds up pressure and shoots the cover
off the little nub on the side of the carb. Any suggestions on how to fix
that?

thanks for all your advice it has been helpful

Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Apr  9 06:52:17 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 05:52:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Visit to Lane Motor Museum
In-Reply-To: <AEE3FC17-3194-4E5A-90D2-2196805A306E@me.com>
Message-ID: <53917.23281.qm@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Saw this museum featured on "My Clasic Cars".  The owner certainly has a thing
for some of the more "eclectic" autos.  Thanks for posting, Bob.  Enjoy your
adventure.

Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

--- On Fri, 4/8/11, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

From: Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Visit to Lane Motor Museum
To: "Spridgets" <Spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, April 8, 2011, 11:24 PM

HI Folks,

We got to visit the Lane Motor Museum here in Nashville today and thought you
might want to look at some photos.  These are just things that caught my eye
today for what ever reason.

http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 07:01:17 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 13:01:17 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
Message-ID: <mailman.15.1302354088.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

If you are squirting gas out the nub than you should check the float valve. It may have a bit of dirt that is not letting it close properly.

Steve 
------Original Message------
From: Kristi & Lambert
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: spridgets
To: EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
Sent: Apr 9, 2011 7:54 AM

Well Everyone,

Another weekend has started which means I am going to try again to get
Kristi's Midget out of Larry's driveway. Last weekend closed with a new
problem so let's see what happens now. We started out with no spark. I got
that problem fixed. The plug wires were not in the proper position, got that
fixed. The dizzy was not in the correct spot, think i got that fixed, Now the
new problem, when we go to start, it builds up pressure and shoots the cover
off the little nub on the side of the carb. Any suggestions on how to fix
that?

thanks for all your advice it has been helpful

Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 07:50:08 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 09:50:08 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] SpriteFest 1988 picture!
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great photo
Lin

On Mon, Apr 4, 2011 at 9:20 AM, <CAWS52803 at aol.com> wrote:

> I have been submitting names of people I recognize in the panoramic picture
> taken in Hershey, PA back in 1988.  If you were there or even remember some
> of the people, submit the names and they can be listed too.  Thanks Gerard!
>
> Just go to this site:
>
> _http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/30th_versary/30thAnniversary.htm_
> (http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/30th_versary/30thAnniversary.htm)
>
> Rudy Streng still in Lenoir, NC and we still own both red Bugeyes!
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 07:52:28 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 09:52:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] FYI - Philadelphia Swap Meet
 4/10/11
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So you are saying it is only a car show not the swap meet too?
Lin

On Sun, Apr 3, 2011 at 5:38 PM, <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:

> Do we want to make it a get together and eat/B.S. get together which is
> what
> it usually turns into anyway?
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Kristi & Lambert" <kristi74midget at comcast.net>
> To: "Spridget List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>,
> EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sunday, April 3, 2011 5:35:18 PM
> Subject: [EasternOshitGroup] FYI - Philadelphia Swap Meet 4/10/11
>
>
>
>
>
>
> To those who were planning on going:
>
> Steve Pilla called today and told us that he and ( co-organizer) Chuck
> Miller
> received no calls about the Flea Market. Therefore, Steve has cancelled the
> Flea Market.
>
> Kristi & Lambert
> '74 RWA Midget
> '77 RB Midget
>
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 10:32:05 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 11:32:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <20110409130636.5F9F6187675@autox.team.net>
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Agree with Steve...  The float needle isn't stopping the fuel flow.
Probably gunk preventing it from going all the way shut when the float bowl
is full thereby pressurizing the bowl and blowing fuel out the overflow.

Cheers!
Jim

On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 8:01 AM, <an5.sprite at gmail.com> wrote:

> If you are squirting gas out the nub than you should check the float valve.
> It may have a bit of dirt that is not letting it close properly.
>
> Steve
> ------Original Message------
> From: Kristi & Lambert
> Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> To: spridgets
> To: EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
> Sent: Apr 9, 2011 7:54 AM
>
> Well Everyone,
>
> Another weekend has started which means I am going to try again to get
> Kristi's Midget out of Larry's driveway. Last weekend closed with a new
> problem so let's see what happens now. We started out with no spark. I got
> that problem fixed. The plug wires were not in the proper position, got
> that
> fixed. The dizzy was not in the correct spot, think i got that fixed, Now
> the
> new problem, when we go to start, it builds up pressure and shoots the
> cover
> off the little nub on the side of the carb. Any suggestions on how to fix
> that?
>
> thanks for all your advice it has been helpful
>
> Kristi & Lambert
> '74 RWA Midget
> '77 RB Midget
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 11:01:11 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 12:01:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin_rNpsOKo1NPqmG4F8aDP90xB_MA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20110409130636.5F9F6187675@autox.team.net>
	<BANLkTin_rNpsOKo1NPqmG4F8aDP90xB_MA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=4ZHn5wGEB3iPsKtb2WKy3y5sE_g@mail.gmail.com>

Had the same problem with my 72 this spring. After making sure my
floats hadn't sunk (the early brass non-connected floats as
recommended for autocross), a couple shots of carb cleaner through the
fuel inlet took care of it.
David L

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 12:33:59 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 14:33:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Visit to Lane Motor Museum
In-Reply-To: <AEE3FC17-3194-4E5A-90D2-2196805A306E@me.com>
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Bob,
This is awesome I will make sure I see the museum in person next time I am
visiting in-law family in Nashville.

I am most interested in the 1928 Martin Aerodynamic what an unusual car.
http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927/IMG_6228&bgcolor=black

Thanks again, enjoy your trip,
Linda

On Fri, Apr 8, 2011 at 11:24 PM, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

> HI Folks,
>
> We got to visit the Lane Motor Museum here in Nashville today and thought
> you might want to look at some photos.  These are just things that caught my
> eye today for what ever reason.
>
> http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927
>
> Also would like to apologize to any listers that we have passed by getting
> from the west coast to Nashville.  A couple of things happened.  First we
> were through AZ, NM and parts of TX last year so we pretty much just passed
> through.  Also we rarely know more than a day or two ahead where we will be
> next.  Although that is changing some what.  Sunday we will be heading down
> to Pensacola and then working our way around the edge of FL.  Not sure how
> long that is going to take but will post a note as we get ready to head up
> the East Coast.  Hopefully we will not pass anyone by that wants to kick
> some tires and talk cars or the trip.
>
> Thanks and hope you enjoy the photos
>
> Bob Kitterer and Dolores
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 12:47:03 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 14:47:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Visit to Lane Motor Museum
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimmVrEpzkeR77hc98anXQ2RQ9n3EQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <AEE3FC17-3194-4E5A-90D2-2196805A306E@me.com>
	<BANLkTimmVrEpzkeR77hc98anXQ2RQ9n3EQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimat1dDF=euSL57FE_kMAe4+-W4ew@mail.gmail.com>

cool link on that company Martin Aeroplane Factory NY NY.

http://www.american-automobiles.com/Martin-Dart.html.
Lin

On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 2:33 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> Bob,
> This is awesome I will make sure I see the museum in person next time I am
> visiting in-law family in Nashville.
>
> I am most interested in the 1928 Martin Aerodynamic what an unusual car.
> http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927/IMG_6228&bgcolor=black
>
> Thanks again, enjoy your trip,
> Linda
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 8, 2011 at 11:24 PM, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:
>
>> HI Folks,
>>
>> We got to visit the Lane Motor Museum here in Nashville today and thought
>> you might want to look at some photos.  These are just things that caught my
>> eye today for what ever reason.
>>
>> http://gallery.me.com/bkitterer#100927
>>
>> Also would like to apologize to any listers that we have passed by getting
>> from the west coast to Nashville.  A couple of things happened.  First we
>> were through AZ, NM and parts of TX last year so we pretty much just passed
>> through.  Also we rarely know more than a day or two ahead where we will be
>> next.  Although that is changing some what.  Sunday we will be heading down
>> to Pensacola and then working our way around the edge of FL.  Not sure how
>> long that is going to take but will post a note as we get ready to head up
>> the East Coast.  Hopefully we will not pass anyone by that wants to kick
>> some tires and talk cars or the trip.
>>
>> Thanks and hope you enjoy the photos
>>
>> Bob Kitterer and Dolores
>>
>> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
>> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage
>> _______________________________________________
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From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Sat Apr  9 12:47:54 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 11:47:54 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Got my Spridget Shirt today!
Message-ID: <154730.23891.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Received my Spridget shirt today from Mike Graziano. You all really should get
one - it'll be perfect for the warm weather I hope will eventually find Long
Island this Spring... I got one of the black ones and really like it. 


 -
David Booker
 Long Island

From refisk at chartermi.net  Sat Apr  9 13:14:22 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 15:14:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Got my Spridget Shirt today!
In-Reply-To: <154730.23891.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <154730.23891.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <63C52FAAE4084F3CADA77A7A6FB7BF03@RickPC>

Me too!  Only mine is yellow.  :-)  Nice shirts with well done Spridget 
embroidery.

Rick

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Booker" <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com>
To: "spridget" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 2:47 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Got my Spridget Shirt today!


> Received my Spridget shirt today from Mike Graziano. You all really should 
> get
> one - it'll be perfect for the warm weather I hope will eventually find 
> Long
> Island this Spring... I got one of the black ones and really like it.
>
>
> -
> David Booker
> Long Island
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Sat Apr  9 13:15:09 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 15:15:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Got my Spridget Shirt today!
In-Reply-To: <154730.23891.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <154730.23891.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <079821BA8DD64BE396D5FA1336AB457D@RickPC>

Me too!  Only mine is yellow.  :-)  Nice shirts with well done Spridget
embroidery.

Rick

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Booker" <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com>
To: "spridget" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 2:47 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Got my Spridget Shirt today!


> Received my Spridget shirt today from Mike Graziano. You all really should 
> get
> one - it'll be perfect for the warm weather I hope will eventually find 
> Long
> Island this Spring... I got one of the black ones and really like it.
>
>
> -
> David Booker
> Long Island

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Sat Apr  9 14:49:33 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 16:49:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] This is where we are at [1
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Message-ID: <F96E5ECD-7DA0-4C71-ACE9-D96EEC3EFDB4@comcast.net>

Well, it is the end of another day of trying to fix the midget with our
limited skills. It still sits at Larry's house. Looks like we are going to get
it towed home in the next few weeks.

Anyone know a good mechanic in the pottstown area that works on MG's. I need
someone to get it running for me.

Thanks for all your suggestions and help but with our limited skills we could
not get it going.


Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget



On Apr 9, 2011, at 1:55 PM, Kristi & Lambert wrote:

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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 15:07:53 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 17:07:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sprites and Midgets being assembled 1969
In-Reply-To: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
References: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
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Cool but can't view fast till I get to work. I need a new computer : (
Lin

On Tue, Apr 5, 2011 at 10:35 AM, Adrian Jones
<adrianjones747 at earthlink.net>wrote:

> Great video Frank.  Thanks for posting the link.
>
> The "workers" seemed happy enough - not sure I could do it for 8 hours and
> overtime, though.
>
> Cheers!
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sat Apr  9 16:18:12 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 17:18:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
	<BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com>

I finally got the stars aligned so I could work on my own stuff this 
weekend.

My project is the 1973(?) Midget that supposedly was running when the 
previous owner parked it, but when I got it the engine seemed to be 
locked up.

I would guess that there are very few people that work on their cars 
that have a worse place to do it than I have.  I engineered a spreader 
beam and connected it to the rafters in my garage.  I bought a Harbor 
Freight come-along and used that to pull the engine out.  Well it takes 
a pretty good effort in my garage to get TO the car.  I still had to 
pull the bellhousing bolts out but everything else was ready.  I rolled 
the car out and lowered the engine to the floor.  Well my come-along 
didn't have enough extension to reach the floor so I had to stop mid-way 
and re-rig the thing with some additional chain that I had.  I pulled 
the flywheel, rear engine plate, oil filter adapter, water pump, and 
after a long time finally got the distributor out.  I hauled the engine 
outside on the grass to pull the pan off.

I turned the engine on its side to take the pan off but I had forgotten 
to drain the oil out first.  I started sucking up the oil and putting it 
into a container, and I got less than 1/2 quart, which is a bad sign.  I 
pulled the pan off and looked at one rod bearing which looked pretty 
good.  But the shafts of most of the connecting rods looked like they 
had gotten real hot and had burned the oil and/or rusted.  With a big 
hammer and a punch I couldn't knock one of the pistons out.  At that 
time I was hot and tired, and still needed to put everything up and back 
into the garage so I gave up.  I could have tried the other 3 pistons 
but I was confident that they were all well stuck.  My guess is that 
they ran it without oil and galled the pistons into the cylinders.

What I really need is a good short block, but I might get by with as 
little as just a set of pistons.  My dad was confident that if I brought 
the block up to his shop he could get the pistons out for me.  Then we 
could evaluate the condition of the block and go from there.

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Apr  9 17:24:06 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 18:24:06 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com>
References: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
	<BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com>
Message-ID: <4DA0EA96.3040203@justbrits.com>

<< With a big hammer and a punch I couldn't knock one of the
pistons out. >>

Er WHAT-EVER-THE-F***-YOUR NAME-IS, did you remove the ridge ??

Put the pan back on with 3 - 4 bolts, sit motor upright on said pan and out
an ounce or two [2] diesel OIL in the 4 holes and let sit for a few days.

THEN try - with 2 x 4 knocking the pistons DOWN - NOT up.  Couple more 
ounces in each hole.  Er WAIT !! Are ALL four [4] rods DIS-connected ??  
Dat's step FIRST !!  THEN the pan & sit upright.
AFTER first "knock-em" loose try, turn motor upside-down and try 
knocking pistons UP.  Return pan to motor, turn upright & re-diesel oil
again.  KEEP repeating until all are loose.  <VBG> !! 

Would be faster with a couple cans of "Busty" but I don't know if it's
even available in what ever area you live in.  I CAN and do ship the stuff,
right Frank <G> !!

Ed

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sat Apr  9 18:29:39 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 19:29:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <4DA0EA96.3040203@justbrits.com>
References: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
	<BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com> <4DA0EA96.3040203@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <4DA0F9F3.9040509@tx.rr.com>

I soaked the pistons from the top for a long time with PB blaster, and 
beat the $%$&*^ out of them from the top with a block of wood and hammer 
(BFH).  Well they were all 4 connected to the crank but I thought if I 
could get them worked loose just a little bit then I could get it to 
work.  With the position of the crankshaft even if I take all 4 rod caps 
off, and start beating on the top of the pistons, I will still be trying 
to move 3 of the 4 pistons, which would be a slight advantage but maybe 
not enough.

By the time I got the pan off this afternoon I was tired and a little 
frustrated, and in my home workshop I don't have a good selection of big 
punches like my dad does, or I might have been able to get the piston 
out from the bottom.  I was hoping to get them out without damaging 
them, but we might be past that now.


> << With a big hammer and a punch I couldn't knock one of the
> pistons out. >>


> did you remove the ridge ??
>
> Put the pan back on with 3 - 4 bolts, sit motor upright on said pan 
> and out
> an ounce or two [2] diesel OIL in the 4 holes and let sit for a few days.
>
> THEN try - with 2 x 4 knocking the pistons DOWN - NOT up.  Couple more 
> ounces in each hole.  Er WAIT !! Are ALL four [4] rods DIS-connected 
> ??  Dat's step FIRST !!  THEN the pan & sit upright.
> AFTER first "knock-em" loose try, turn motor upside-down and try 
> knocking pistons UP.  Return pan to motor, turn upright & re-diesel oil
> again.  KEEP repeating until all are loose. <VBG> !!
> Would be faster with a couple cans of "Busty" but I don't know if it's
> even available in what ever area you live in.

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Sat Apr  9 18:52:28 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:52:28 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <4DA0F9F3.9040509@tx.rr.com>
Message-ID: <1925016731.2220474.1302396747990.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Like Ed said,

Did you check for the ridge??

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sat Apr  9 18:59:40 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 19:59:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Re: did a little more work on my project car today
Message-ID: <4DA100FC.9050008@tx.rr.com>

Photos from today's activities:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2030b.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2031b.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2033b.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2036b.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2038b.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/MG/IMG_2046b.jpg



>  Uhhhhh.  You are complaining when you have a garage?  I am working in a
carport.



>  >  I would guess that there are very few people that work on their cars that
>  >  have a worse place to do it than I have.
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sat Apr  9 19:02:09 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:02:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
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References: <1925016731.2220474.1302396747990.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4DA10191.8030407@tx.rr.com>

Very little ridge in these cylinders.  I've seen serious ridge before 
but it has to be pretty bad before we have trouble removing pistons.  I 
haven't been able to get these pistons to move a bit.


> Like Ed said,
>
> Did you check for the ridge??

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sat Apr  9 19:25:16 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 18:25:16 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <4DA10191.8030407@tx.rr.com>
References: <1925016731.2220474.1302396747990.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA10191.8030407@tx.rr.com>
Message-ID: <8B3A7CFC19DF4122B542492D5790FBA1@spider>

I had a Mercedes 190SL engine I tried to save the pistons out of.
Tried everything that you could think of. I poured various penetrating
liquids on the piston tops over a period of a month.
Finally used dry ice on the piston top(s) drove them out through the bottom
of the block. They were shot as the aluminum piston ring lands had turned to
white aluminum oxide from age. ...bill in corvallis
=========================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of BJNoSHOV8
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 6:02 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today

Very little ridge in these cylinders.  I've seen serious ridge before 
but it has to be pretty bad before we have trouble removing pistons.  I 
haven't been able to get these pistons to move a bit.

From rdgard at cox.net  Sat Apr  9 20:39:00 2011
From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 19:39:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
In-Reply-To: <mailman.11.1302285603.31166.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.11.1302285603.31166.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>

 I love my parts washer!  Years ago I used Safety Kleen solvent in it.  It
was expensive and they want to re cycle but worst of all, it stinks, I stink
and my clothes stink and my shop stinks.

I went back to just using paint thinner, like I did in the old days but it
is now around $7 a gallon and uses 5 gallons and it seems to evaporate quite
fast.  

I have heard of people using simple green but I have also heard that it does
not cut heavy grease very well.

My son told me he uses diesel fuel and it works great, does not evaporate
very fast and is not as flammable as thinner.  

Any comments or what are you guys using?

Thanks

Bob in San Diego

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From billmasq at hotmail.com  Sat Apr  9 20:49:31 2011
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 19:49:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
In-Reply-To: <D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.11.1302285603.31166.spridgets@autox.team.net>,
	<D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
Message-ID: <SNT123-W39955D5B520225595AC4B7CAA90@phx.gbl>

I use common heating kerosene. It doesn't smell as strongly as diesel and
takes about 2 years to evaporate (up here in cool Seattle and only if I keep
the lid closed whenever I am not using it). It is also about $7 per gallon
(last time that I bought it) It works really well!
BillM

> From: rdgard at cox.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 19:39:00 -0700
> Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
>
>  I love my parts washer!  Years ago I used Safety Kleen solvent in it.  It
> was expensive and they want to re cycle but worst of all, it stinks, I
stink
> and my clothes stink and my shop stinks.
>
> I went back to just using paint thinner, like I did in the old days but it
> is now around $7 a gallon and uses 5 gallons and it seems to evaporate
quite
> fast.
>
> I have heard of people using simple green but I have also heard that it
does
> not cut heavy grease very well.
>
> My son told me he uses diesel fuel and it works great, does not evaporate
> very fast and is not as flammable as thinner.
>
> Any comments or what are you guys using?
>
> Thanks
>
> Bob in San Diego
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
MISC 3-11 340.JPG]
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sat Apr  9 21:02:50 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 22:02:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
In-Reply-To: <4DA0F9F3.9040509@tx.rr.com>
References: <004b01cbf39e$a813bfc0$f83b3f40$@net>
	<BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com> <4DA0EA96.3040203@justbrits.com>
	<4DA0F9F3.9040509@tx.rr.com>
Message-ID: <000301cbf72b$c7cf0a00$576d1e00$@net>

Sheesh Ed... Be nice today please:)  Give him (and yes as of yet un-named)
calm directions on how to do it right while causing the least amount of
damage to parts.  We all had to have instructions at some point in our
mechanical learning.  I am still feeling the love ED so cut him a little
slack:)

Leo

And  PLEASE no one pop in with an Ed beating thread please.  Lets just help
with instructions.  Ed is Ed and we all know his crankyness is not meant in
bad will



-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of BJNoSHOV8
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 7:30 PM
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today

I soaked the pistons from the top for a long time with PB blaster, and 
beat the $%$&*^ out of them from the top with a block of wood and hammer 
(BFH).  Well they were all 4 connected to the crank but I thought if I 
could get them worked loose just a little bit then I could get it to 
work.  With the position of the crankshaft even if I take all 4 rod caps 
off, and start beating on the top of the pistons, I will still be trying 
to move 3 of the 4 pistons, which would be a slight advantage but maybe 
not enough.

By the time I got the pan off this afternoon I was tired and a little 
frustrated, and in my home workshop I don't have a good selection of big 
punches like my dad does, or I might have been able to get the piston 
out from the bottom.  I was hoping to get them out without damaging 
them, but we might be past that now.


> << With a big hammer and a punch I couldn't knock one of the
> pistons out. >>


> did you remove the ridge ??
>
> Put the pan back on with 3 - 4 bolts, sit motor upright on said pan 
> and out
> an ounce or two [2] diesel OIL in the 4 holes and let sit for a few days.
>
> THEN try - with 2 x 4 knocking the pistons DOWN - NOT up.  Couple more 
> ounces in each hole.  Er WAIT !! Are ALL four [4] rods DIS-connected 
> ??  Dat's step FIRST !!  THEN the pan & sit upright.
> AFTER first "knock-em" loose try, turn motor upside-down and try 
> knocking pistons UP.  Return pan to motor, turn upright & re-diesel oil
> again.  KEEP repeating until all are loose. <VBG> !!
> Would be faster with a couple cans of "Busty" but I don't know if it's
> even available in what ever area you live in.
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 21:07:19 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 20:07:19 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy" Has
 A New Web Site
Message-ID: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>

I wonder if this guy is actually making money buying low and selling for
more?   It is though he is trying to make himself into a "brand" of some
sort.

He is certainly pushing it as a business.   And I wonder, it seems that his
knowledge of the Sprite is at times a bit limited?

Just thought I would pass it along (some or many of you may have already
seen his new site). .  but for the heck of it anyway.

https://mail.google.com/mail/?hl=en&shva=1#inbox/12f3b3a69940eef1


Kirk
Enjoying my 59 1275 in warmer Nor Cal weather.

From cathe125 at suddenlink.net  Sat Apr  9 21:12:32 2011
From: cathe125 at suddenlink.net (cathey speichinger)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 22:12:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
In-Reply-To: <D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.11.1302285603.31166.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
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I use a safety solvent mixed with a little diesel.  Main reason I don't use
straight diesel or kerosene is because my parts washer has a solvent heater
in it.  The warm ,and I do mean warm , solvent seems to cut grease quite
well.

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bob Gardner
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 9:39 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.

 I love my parts washer!  Years ago I used Safety Kleen solvent in it.  It
was expensive and they want to re cycle but worst of all, it stinks, I stink
and my clothes stink and my shop stinks.

I went back to just using paint thinner, like I did in the old days but it
is now around $7 a gallon and uses 5 gallons and it seems to evaporate quite
fast.  

I have heard of people using simple green but I have also heard that it does
not cut heavy grease very well.

My son told me he uses diesel fuel and it works great, does not evaporate
very fast and is not as flammable as thinner.  

Any comments or what are you guys using?

Thanks

Bob in San Diego

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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sat Apr  9 21:16:59 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 22:16:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
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	<BANLkTikV2tnNqqzzwZ4SLpoBEoLjEpzdqA@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA0DB24.4030101@tx.rr.com> <4DA0EA96.3040203@justbrits.com>
	<4DA0F9F3.9040509@tx.rr.com> <000301cbf72b$c7cf0a00$576d1e00$@net>
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My father has owned a garage for over 50 years and I worked there in 
high school and college, so I've already had my mechanical learning.  
Granted I haven't had much experience with this particular vehicle but 
I've probably overhauled maybe 50 engines, and I've ground valves and 
done things like replacing cams and timing chains on a lot more.


> Give him calm directions on how to do it right while causing the least amount of
> damage to parts.  We all had to have instructions at some point in our
> mechanical learning.

From cathe125 at suddenlink.net  Sat Apr  9 21:38:39 2011
From: cathe125 at suddenlink.net (cathey speichinger)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 22:38:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000501cbf730$c8afb3c0$5a0f1b40$@net>

Whatever... His website claims he is "Americas Bugeye Expert" and I won't
tell you what I have  often found is the 
 case with "EXPERTS"... His statements are often based on his thoughts with
no basis in reality on what actually was.  Back to the regular programming
and on to the next persons opinion which are like something else we all
have.  His "branding: probably brings him some finds before they become
public but I would be careful on the aftershock from that approach though if
I were him as people tend to get upset when they find they have been snowed

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kirk Hargreaves
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 10:07 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy" Has
A New Web Site

I wonder if this guy is actually making money buying low and selling for
more?   It is though he is trying to make himself into a "brand" of some
sort.

He is certainly pushing it as a business.   And I wonder, it seems that his
knowledge of the Sprite is at times a bit limited?

Just thought I would pass it along (some or many of you may have already
seen his new site). .  but for the heck of it anyway.

https://mail.google.com/mail/?hl=en&shva=1#inbox/12f3b3a69940eef1


Kirk
Enjoying my 59 1275 in warmer Nor Cal weather.
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 21:51:21 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 20:51:21 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <000501cbf730$c8afb3c0$5a0f1b40$@net>
References: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>
	<000501cbf730$c8afb3c0$5a0f1b40$@net>
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Right on. .  ah, regarding the "When they find they have been snowed."   His
prices being way off the chart.

k

On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 8:38 PM, cathey speichinger
<cathe125 at suddenlink.net>wrote:

> Whatever... His website claims he is "Americas Bugeye Expert" and I won't
> tell you what I have  often found is the
>  case with "EXPERTS"... His statements are often based on his thoughts with
> no basis in reality on what actually was.  Back to the regular programming
> and on to the next persons opinion which are like something else we all
> have.  His "branding: probably brings him some finds before they become
> public but I would be careful on the aftershock from that approach though
> if
> I were him as people tend to get upset when they find they have been snowed
>
> Leo
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kirk Hargreaves
> Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 10:07 PM
> To: Spridgets
> Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy" Has
> A New Web Site
>
> I wonder if this guy is actually making money buying low and selling for
> more?   It is though he is trying to make himself into a "brand" of some
> sort.
>
> He is certainly pushing it as a business.   And I wonder, it seems that his
> knowledge of the Sprite is at times a bit limited?
>
> Just thought I would pass it along (some or many of you may have already
> seen his new site). .  but for the heck of it anyway.
>
> https://mail.google.com/mail/?hl=en&shva=1#inbox/12f3b3a69940eef1
>
>
> Kirk
> Enjoying my 59 1275 in warmer Nor Cal weather.
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Apr  9 22:39:43 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
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	<000501cbf730$c8afb3c0$5a0f1b40$@net>
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<< ...on to the next persons opinion which are like something
else we all have. >>

Dare I say that he seems to hold *THE* Guinness WORLD Record
for HIS, Leo ????//

LM*O...........  Ooops <G> <G> <G> !!!

"cathy s."

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sat Apr  9 23:40:54 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2011 22:40:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today
Message-ID: <BANLkTikSmMfhCgLiF5fCxDes5CAdnLGDUw@mail.gmail.com>

Keep guessing, you're not even close.

YOU have a garage???
Someone else ONLY has a carport??

Consider your fortunate circumstances.

Rick (biting own tongue) Bastedo


From: BJNoSHOV8 <bjshov8 at tx.rr.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Sat, 09 Apr 2011 17:18:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car today

I would guess that there are very few people that work on their cars that
have a worse place to do it than I have...

From adrianjones747 at earthlink.net  Sun Apr 10 07:44:04 2011
From: adrianjones747 at earthlink.net (Adrian Jones)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 09:44:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car
Message-ID: <000c01cbf785$5b8f4c60$12ade520$@net>

Ed said:

<<Er WHAT-EVER-THE-F***-YOUR NAME-IS, did you remove the ridge ??>>

Well, I must admit I laughed out loud when I read that, but isn't that a bit
rude?

I mean, the guy had a bad day - it made me tired just reading of his
exploits.

Not that I ever want to do this but wouldn't the crank be in the way of
getting out the pistons from the bottom?

I'm just asking, not ever done it before.

Cheers!

From adrianjones747 at earthlink.net  Sun Apr 10 07:51:03 2011
From: adrianjones747 at earthlink.net (Adrian Jones)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 09:51:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer
Message-ID: <001101cbf786$557d6270$00782750$@net>

Once I got a bench-top parts cleaner from HF.

I used Simple Green (SG:Water, 80:20) and I was quite pleased with the
results.

(Frank's going to like this bit)  A week later I went to use it again and
the SG had dissolved all the freaking paint of the parts washer  up to the
water line.

This left an unholy mess so I tossed it.

Cheers!

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 08:20:47 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 10:20:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikr0RBNQL9htXcS0a-6x0MLDArnsw@mail.gmail.com>
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	<000501cbf730$c8afb3c0$5a0f1b40$@net>
	<BANLkTikr0RBNQL9htXcS0a-6x0MLDArnsw@mail.gmail.com>
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Agreed.

I'd like to see him turn some wrenches before he opens his mouth.
lin

On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 11:51 PM, Kirk Hargreaves <khargreaves2 at gmail.com>wrote:

> Right on. .  ah, regarding the "When they find they have been snowed."
> His
> prices being way off the chart.
>
> k
>
> On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 8:38 PM, cathey speichinger
> <cathe125 at suddenlink.net>wrote:
>
> > Whatever... His website claims he is "Americas Bugeye Expert" and I won't
> > tell you what I have  often found is the
> >  case with "EXPERTS"... His statements are often based on his thoughts
> with
> > no basis in reality on what actually was.  Back to the regular
> programming
> > and on to the next persons opinion which are like something else we all
> > have.  His "branding: probably brings him some finds before they become
> > public but I would be careful on the aftershock from that approach though
> > if
> > I were him as people tend to get upset when they find they have been
> snowed
> >
> > Leo
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kirk Hargreaves
> > Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 10:07 PM
> > To: Spridgets
> > Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
> Has
> > A New Web Site
> >
> > I wonder if this guy is actually making money buying low and selling for
> > more?   It is though he is trying to make himself into a "brand" of some
> > sort.
> >
> > He is certainly pushing it as a business.   And I wonder, it seems that
> his
> > knowledge of the Sprite is at times a bit limited?
> >
> > Just thought I would pass it along (some or many of you may have already
> > seen his new site). .  but for the heck of it anyway.
> >
> > https://mail.google.com/mail/?hl=en&shva=1#inbox/12f3b3a69940eef1
> >
> >
> > Kirk
> > Enjoying my 59 1275 in warmer Nor Cal weather.
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Sun Apr 10 08:55:23 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 14:55:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikPjFWBK8zGHUq9Jf6c24Jt6XzLRg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <988663396.2224499.1302447323155.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Expert: pronounced 'ex-spurt'
Ex == ' a has been '
spurt == ' a drip under pressure '

BTW - Does giving a Bugeye a name increase it's value that much?? 
I was thinking of naming one of my Spridgets "Getty"  NOT! <G>

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

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

> > Whatever... His website claims he is "Americas Bugeye Expert" and I won't
> > tell you what I have  often found is the
> >  case with "EXPERTS"... His statements are often based on his thoughts
> with
> > no basis in reality on what actually was. 

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sun Apr 10 10:50:46 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 09:50:46 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikvR0EZ=+bfOMc17MNHnoxn_aPBRA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <560087.45534.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Another of David's businesses: 
http://www.kripalu.org/presenter/V0004449/david_silberkleit

But back to the subject of the original email BugeyeGuy.com

I may be old fashioned but I still believe in the notion that most legitimate 
businesses have a physical address, certainly those in the category of car 
sales, repair and restoration. That work can't be done at home or on a cloud. 


This website creates the illusion that it is much more than a person in his home 
garage flipping a car every now and then, but there is no inkling of a physical 
address.

Branford isn't far from Wallingford and a friend recently sold his Bugeye to 
David. It is listed on his site for sale. To the best of my knowledge, David 
buys and sells Bugeye's on the side for profit.

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Kirk Hargreaves <khargreaves2 at gmail.com>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sat, April 9, 2011 11:07:19 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy" Has A 
New Web Site

I wonder if this guy is actually making money buying low and selling for
more?   It is though he is trying to make himself into a "brand" of some
sort.

He is certainly pushing it as a business.   And I wonder, it seems that his
knowledge of the Sprite is at times a bit limited?

Just thought I would pass it along (some or many of you may have already
seen his new site). .  but for the heck of it anyway.

https://mail.google.com/mail/?hl=en&shva=1#inbox/12f3b3a69940eef1

From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 13:58:39 2011
From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:58:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Diff Ratio Question...
Message-ID: <BANLkTikz0xr-oTs_cGV4=SqvChKwvzdv-w@mail.gmail.com>

I know that we have discussed the rear ratios on many occasions and I
did look over the archives first. I also looked on Gerard's website
but did not find what I found in a parts car... I pulled the pig today
and checked the stamping on the ring gear. It is marked 8/30 which, if
my math is right, means a 3.75 :1 gear ratio. It was obviously
tinkered with as there was a silicone sealer gooped all around the
gasket. Any ideas of what this gear may have come from?

-- 
Kent
1960 Bugeye
1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...

From derf247 at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 14:25:21 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:25:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Diff Ratio Question...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikz0xr-oTs_cGV4=SqvChKwvzdv-w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikz0xr-oTs_cGV4=SqvChKwvzdv-w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimpagHxmteOypDHMmiz6KG9seSApA@mail.gmail.com>

You sure it isn't 9/38 or 8/39?

I've heard of:

11/39
11/41
10/39
9/38
9/41
8/39
8/41
8/43
7/36
7/37

I'm not an expert by any means.  You are reading the number stamped on
the Aluminum carrier assembly, right?
If you have it apart then just count teeth.

From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net  Sun Apr 10 14:44:08 2011
From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:44:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Missouri Endurance Rally 2011
In-Reply-To: <mailman.10.1302458403.18780.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.10.1302458403.18780.spridgets@autox.team.net>
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Got back last night from the 16th annual Missouri Endurance Rally, 
sponsored by the St. Louis MG Club.

I didn't take my Midget this year and, instead, navigated with a friend 
in his 1969 Sprite. We were the only Spridget this year and decided to 
do the "mini" rally.

The course was 435 miles for us (the winner did it in 413) in 13 hours. 
We finished seventh. The full rally was about 700 miles. The mini had 
six stops and the full 11. The goal is to reach each of the stops in any 
order you want in the fewest miles. Speed is not important, although you 
have to complete the mini within 15 hours and the full within 24.

This year the weather was beautiful and summer-like and the course ran 
south of St. Louis along both sides of the Mississippi all the way into 
Tennessee. The area covered changes each year.

We had the one mechanical mishap of the rally and it was when we tried 
to close the heater valve in the Sprite and it began puking coolant 
while on the ferry crossing the river! We got about ten miles before the 
temp gauge went north and we had to get some water from a farmer and 
limp back to the nearest town. We got some gasket material and a bolt at 
Autozone and drank a pint of Murphy's stout in the parking lot while I 
made a blanking plate with the gasket and plugged the heater hose with 
the bolt.

He had replaced the cool little garden faucet with a cable operated 
valve for a classic mini and it lasted almost a year. We didn't see a 
country of manufacture of that POS, but I'm sure it came from one of 
Frank's favorite places. :)

The rally is open to all British cars built before 1982. This year we 
had one team in a BGT V8 from Virginia, an MGA from Michigan and a team 
from Chicago among the out-of-towners.

Mark your calendars for around this time next year to come run the 
rally. You will not be disappointed! 
http://stlouismgclub.com/Events.aspx?Date=8cdc46034274000

Lee

From jessmd1 at comcast.net  Sun Apr 10 16:29:24 2011
From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:29:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Rebuilt 1275cc
Message-ID: <B4B192C1-356F-4EB5-9D6A-952211C2CD67@comcast.net>

Have a rebuilt 1275cc that turns by hand.Obvious surface rust where  
the water pump goes.Was thinking of back flushing it with water before  
starting it up.Anything else that should be done prior to filling it  
with water,oil,and gas and cranking it up?

From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Sun Apr 10 17:37:38 2011
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:37:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
In-Reply-To: <560087.45534.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <251208.41206.qm@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

That's funny.  I went turkey hunting in the Berkshires last May with my
brothers that live in Mass.  This was one turkey we missed.

Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2
02 Heritage Springer

--- On Sun, 4/10/11, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

From: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
Has A New Web Site
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, April 10, 2011, 4:50 PM

Another of David's businesses:
http://www.kripalu.org/presenter/V0004449/david_silberkleit

But back to the subject of the original email BugeyeGuy.com

I may be old fashioned but I still believe in the notion that most legitimate
businesses have a physical address, certainly those in the category of car
sales, repair and restoration. That work can't be done at home or on a cloud.


This website creates the illusion that it is much more than a person in his
home
garage flipping a car every now and then, but there is no inkling of a
physical
address.

Branford isn't far from Wallingford and a friend recently sold his Bugeye to
David. It is listed on his site for sale. To the best of my knowledge, David
buys and sells Bugeye's on the side for profit.

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Apr 10 17:55:39 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 18:55:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Like "Targa" ????????
Message-ID: <4DA2437B.2010107@justbrits.com>

_*AWESOME*_ !!!!!!

GrassHopper, is BELOW how it's gonna be ????
Enquiring minds...................[ and all that <VBG>] ???

http://www.viper007bond.com/category/automotive/

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Or it's also found at:

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From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 18:04:36 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:04:36 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Rebuilt 1275cc
Message-ID: <mailman.17.1302480289.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

If the engine has never been started I would prime the oil pump before cranking it over. You could also lubricate the value mechanism and squirt some oil in each cylinder.

Steve
------Original Message------
From: Jess Power
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To: spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] Rebuilt 1275cc
Sent: Apr 10, 2011 6:29 PM

Have a rebuilt 1275cc that turns by hand.Obvious surface rust where  
the water pump goes.Was thinking of back flushing it with water before  
starting it up.Anything else that should be done prior to filling it  
with water,oil,and gas and cranking it up?
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Sun Apr 10 20:27:46 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 21:27:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] did a little more work on my project car
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I've worked on car engines for a long time and I don't recall an engine 
with a normal solid block where the pistons would come out the bottom.  
I was probably not using a very accurate description in previous 
emails.  In general to remove pistons you take the pan off, remove the 
rod cap and hammer on the bottom of the piston with the end of a wooden 
rod like a hammer handle until the piston comes out the top of the cylinder.

I wasn't quite to that point yet- my pistons are frozen in the cylinders 
and my first attempts at loosening them were to soak the tops of the 
pistons in PB Blaster for days and then beat on the tops of the pistons 
one at a time with a piece of wood and a big hammer.  If I had loosened 
the pistons then I could rotate the engine and check the conditions of 
the various cylinders.  Not having success with loosening pistons from 
the top, the next step was to pull the pan off and try to loosen the 
pistons by beating on the bottoms of them.

So I was trying to loosen the pistons from the bottom, but I would not 
have been pulling them out the bottom.


> Not that I ever want to do this but wouldn't the crank be in the way of
> getting out the pistons from the bottom?
>
> I'm just asking, not ever done it before.

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Apr 10 20:30:27 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:30:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Rebuilt 1275cc
In-Reply-To: <B4B192C1-356F-4EB5-9D6A-952211C2CD67@comcast.net>
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Message-ID: <4DA267C3.8030303@comcast.net>

On 4/10/2011 6:29 PM, Jess Power wrote:
> Have a rebuilt 1275cc that turns by hand.Obvious surface rust where 
> the water pump goes.Was thinking of back flushing it with water before 
> starting it up.Anything else that should be done prior to filling it 
> with water,oil,and gas and cranking it up?

Prime the oil pump by pouring a small amount of oil down the banjo bolt 
of the pipe from the oil filter to the block.
The bolt on the block just above the oil pressure pipe fitting.
Be careful not to spill oil all over the new engine, it only takes an 
once or so.
Now crank it up.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From spritenut at comcast.net  Sun Apr 10 20:47:41 2011
From: spritenut at comcast.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:47:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
Message-ID: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>

As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave 
me a gas engine for a bicycle.
It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage 
the engine to the tire and it starts to run.
Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I 
mounted it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can 
recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole 
is about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was 
dry and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he 
found it at "work" years ago.
He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson. 
All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park 
spring ride on rocket.
He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all 
his junk.
So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Sun Apr 10 21:23:55 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:23:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <A9DE7FCA97244921A96E76EB12F6AB42@HomePC>

Don't know a damn thing about it, Frank.  But it sure sounds like fun! 
Enjoy!

Larry



-----Original Message----- 
From: Frank Clarici
Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2011 9:47 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy

As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave
me a gas engine for a bicycle.
It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage
the engine to the tire and it starts to run.
Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I
mounted it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole
is about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was
dry and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
found it at "work" years ago.
He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park
spring ride on rocket.
He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all
his junk.
So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.

-- 
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Toms River, NJ
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 21:34:20 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:34:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=yhW3TV+u-x_CdqwA7y00xUP5+qw@mail.gmail.com>

There are a bunch of modern equivalents made in China.  I know a guy
who has one.  They are lots of fun.
I saw a kid one time who just made a bracket to hold a weedeater motor
in such a way that the motor shaft was pressed against the tire when
he operated a lever.  It went pretty good.

I'm trying to get a guy to sell me an Aprilia RS50 (looks like a sport
bike but has 50cc motor and top speed of about 60), but he knows they
are rare and won't come off it.

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Sun Apr 10 22:09:31 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:09:31 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <504098306.2233470.1302494971157.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Back in the '50s and '60's they were all over Europe,
I rode one around Paris, The French called them "Velo's" - short for Velocyclette.
Great fun and you'd get about 100+ MPG.
 

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Frank Clarici" <spritenut at comcast.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2011 7:47:41 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy

As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave 
me a gas engine for a bicycle.
It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage 
the engine to the tire and it starts to run.
Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I 
mounted it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can 
recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole 
is about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was 
dry and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he 
found it at "work" years ago.
He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson. 
All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park 
spring ride on rocket.
He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all 
his junk.
So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.

-- 
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Toms River, NJ
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sun Apr 10 23:37:11 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:37:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinY2UGKL9Kr0BEA-0g0UMLq3LU4ZQ@mail.gmail.com>

They were common from before 1900.  De Dion Bouton single air cooled engines
date back to the 1870s some even date back to right after the Civil War!
Early 20th century in the US manufacturers were such companies as Maytag and
Hercules.  Good info on them here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorized_bicycle#Internal_Combustion_Engine_.28ICE.29_Motored_Bikes

Cheers!!
Jim

On Sun, Apr 10, 2011 at 9:47 PM, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>wrote:

> As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave me a
> gas engine for a bicycle.
> It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
> It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
> No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage the
> engine to the tire and it starts to run.
> Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I mounted
> it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
> what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
> What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
> recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
> It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole is
> about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
> The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was dry
> and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
> It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
> That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
> found it at "work" years ago.
> He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
> He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
> All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
> like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park spring
> ride on rocket.
> He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all his
> junk.
> So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
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From heard at datatrontech.net  Mon Apr 11 06:15:36 2011
From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:15:36 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
In-Reply-To: <D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.11.1302285603.31166.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<D5C5783DFD674558A4A2BFDDCC064D05@OfficePC>
Message-ID: <061301cbf842$2a5dc730$7f195590$@net>

This is what I'm using.  Works quite well. Not cheap but doesn't seem to
evaporate real fast.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tools/parts-washers-accessories/crown-parts-was
her-cleaner-5-gallon-3893915

Heard

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bob Gardner
Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2011 10:39 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.

 I love my parts washer!  Years ago I used Safety Kleen solvent in it.  It
was expensive and they want to re cycle but worst of all, it stinks, I stink
and my clothes stink and my shop stinks.

I went back to just using paint thinner, like I did in the old days but it
is now around $7 a gallon and uses 5 gallons and it seems to evaporate quite
fast.  

I have heard of people using simple green but I have also heard that it does
not cut heavy grease very well.

My son told me he uses diesel fuel and it works great, does not evaporate
very fast and is not as flammable as thinner.  

Any comments or what are you guys using?

Thanks

Bob in San Diego

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From lmacy at mac.com  Mon Apr 11 07:18:23 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:18:23 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
 Has A New Web Site
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Hmmm,

Kirpalu is one of the most respected Yoga resorts/schools in the world. I am taking Theresa there this year. They have instructors from around the world teach there. Wonder how life coach and Bugeye "restorer" can go together. Maybe it's a new way of "A New Adventure Every Day"

Larry


On Apr 10, 2011, at 19:37 PM, Michael MacLean wrote:

> That's funny.  I went turkey hunting in the Berkshires last May with my
> brothers that live in Mass.  This was one turkey we missed.
> 
> Mike MacLean
> 60 Sprite
> 56 BN2
> 02 Heritage Springer
> 
> --- On Sun, 4/10/11, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> 
> From: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] For Your Entertainment and Perusal. . "Bugeye Guy"
> Has A New Web Site
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Sunday, April 10, 2011, 4:50 PM
> 
> Another of David's businesses:
> http://www.kripalu.org/presenter/V0004449/david_silberkleit
> 
> But back to the subject of the original email BugeyeGuy.com
> 
> I may be old fashioned but I still believe in the notion that most legitimate
> businesses have a physical address, certainly those in the category of car
> sales, repair and restoration. That work can't be done at home or on a cloud.
> 
> 
> This website creates the illusion that it is much more than a person in his
> home
> garage flipping a car every now and then, but there is no inkling of a
> physical
> address.
> 
> Branford isn't far from Wallingford and a friend recently sold his Bugeye to
> David. It is listed on his site for sale. To the best of my knowledge, David
> buys and sells Bugeye's on the side for profit.
> 
> jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
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From jlaird237 at cox.net  Mon Apr 11 07:39:24 2011
From: jlaird237 at cox.net (Jack Laird)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:39:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
	<A9DE7FCA97244921A96E76EB12F6AB42@HomePC>
Message-ID: <76607DCAFB4340AF93AE6F7D80F1AF6B@personal>

How about a name and model number or some such.



> Don't know a damn thing about it, Frank.  But it sure sounds like fun!
> Enjoy!
>
> Larry
>
>
>
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Frank Clarici
> Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2011 9:47 PM
> To: Spridgets
> Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
>
> As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave
> me a gas engine for a bicycle.
> It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
> It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
> No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage
> the engine to the tire and it starts to run.
> Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I
> mounted it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
> what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
> What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
> recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
> It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole
> is about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
> The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was
> dry and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
> It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
> That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
> found it at "work" years ago.
> He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
> He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
> All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
> like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park
> spring ride on rocket.
> He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all
> his junk.
> So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.
>
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Mon Apr 11 08:39:41 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:39:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Parts Washer.
In-Reply-To: <061301cbf842$2a5dc730$7f195590$@net>
Message-ID: <20110411143941.3TGY9.31824.root@cdptpa-web23-z02>

When I was working in my dad's shop many years ago, we used "drip" for parts
washing.  ("Drip" is also called "white gas" and is a condensate that comes
from oil wells.  Being in an oil-producing area it was easy for us to get this
stuff.  Some people even used it in their cars and it worked pretty well
except for not having much knock resistance.)  We had a metal can setting on
the workbench, with a brush in it and a plywood disk setting on top.  From
memory I'm guessing that the can was 16"-18" diameter and about 8" tall.  It
was real good at washing parts and we didn't worry about the stuff setting
open on the workbench.  In all the years I worked there I never knew of a
problem with a fire but my dad said they had on occasion set it on fire.  Even
though the stuff was a volatile product of oil production, it didn't seem to
be as immediately flammable as common gasoline.  He said when it would catch
fire they would just set the plywood disk on top of it and that would
immediately put it out.

At the end of my mechanic days he got a small washer from SafetyKleen to try
out.  It was a long tub almost like a kitchen sink setting on top of a small
drum, with a pump down inside of the drum.  It also had an upright lid that
was supposed to fall in the event of a fire.  It didn't clean parts as well as
the drip gasoline did, but the pump arrangement was a little more convenient
and we didn't have to change the fluid as often.  Later on he get a large one
about the size of a good chest freezer.  It had a larger work area and a
larger pump.  I don't know what fluid he uses in it.  It will clean parts but
leaves a residue that you then have to wipe off.



> This is what I'm using.  Works quite well. Not cheap but doesn't seem to
> evaporate real fast.

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Apr 11 09:51:00 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:51:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <76607DCAFB4340AF93AE6F7D80F1AF6B@personal>
Message-ID: <C9C87174.2F478%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> How about a name and model number or some such.
How about the Sears part number?

From mark at bradakis.com  Mon Apr 11 10:40:50 2011
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:40:50 -0600 (MDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
Message-ID: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>

I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:

It was 20 years ago today
Sargent Pepper taught the band to play


Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
been doing this for so many years.

Happy anniversary, folks!

mjb.

From heard at datatrontech.net  Mon Apr 11 11:12:25 2011
From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:12:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
In-Reply-To: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
References: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
Message-ID: <064f01cbf86b$a13782f0$e3a688d0$@net>

This can't possibly be true.  The Internet wasn't even invented 20 years
ago.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark J Bradakis
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 12:41 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary

I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:

It was 20 years ago today
Sargent Pepper taught the band to play


Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
been doing this for so many years.

Happy anniversary, folks!

mjb.
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From mark at nashvilletn.org  Mon Apr 11 11:13:48 2011
From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark Endicott)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:13:48 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
References: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
Message-ID: <074EAFC0465149DCA75B15C6DEB74E22@CGI.COMMTECH>

Thanks for all you do Mark, 

Mark
Nashville


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark J Bradakis" 

>I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
> The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:
> 
> It was 20 years ago today
> Sargent Pepper taught the band to play
> 
> 
> Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
> The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
> for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
> domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
> been doing this for so many years.
> 
> Happy anniversary, folks!
> 
> mjb.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Apr 11 11:40:00 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:40:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
In-Reply-To: <074EAFC0465149DCA75B15C6DEB74E22@CGI.COMMTECH>
References: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
	<074EAFC0465149DCA75B15C6DEB74E22@CGI.COMMTECH>
Message-ID: <86A5D67017504FDE98D2943F6DCEE674@spider>

Yes, buy the Web Meister a tall draft. ...bill in corvallis
============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark Endicott
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 10:14 AM
To: Mark J Bradakis; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anniversary

Thanks for all you do Mark, 

Mark
Nashville
=================================================
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark J Bradakis" 

>I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
> The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:
> 
> It was 20 years ago today
> Sergeant Pepper taught the band to play
> 
> Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
> The autocross and British car lists were already up and running
> for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
> domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to believe I've
> been doing this for so many years.
> 
> Happy anniversary, folks!
> 
> mjb.
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From biffjones at verizon.net  Mon Apr 11 11:59:36 2011
From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:59:36 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net><A9DE7FCA97244921A96E76EB12F6AB42@HomePC>
	<76607DCAFB4340AF93AE6F7D80F1AF6B@personal>
Message-ID: <057FFB8FC0B84CBB9D453AB7A441784D@dell1>

Here is a web site with all the info you could want on Frank's new toy.
http://www.bikebug.net/

On the home page is a picture showing the motor Frank has.

Biff

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Mon Apr 11 12:37:28 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:37:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
Message-ID: <7824DD7DE746494C8DC9C6F9554D926E@Home>

I have one of these, which has a chain drive:
http://www.fiveflagsmotorbikes.com/WizardBikeEngine.htm
It rattles so badly because of a poorly-aligned sprocket that I leave a 
trail of falling nuts and bolts like Hansel and Gretel wherever I go.

Michael Rowe

From lmacy at mac.com  Mon Apr 11 13:52:42 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:52:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
In-Reply-To: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
References: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
Message-ID: <E02C936B-298F-468D-90A0-DAE8F116D31C@mac.com>

WOW!!!

Thanks Mark.

And it will be 14 years this Oct that the Spridget list was created at Frank's request and I joined it the same day.

Larry


On Apr 11, 2011, at 12:40 PM, Mark J Bradakis wrote:

> I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
> The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:
> 
> It was 20 years ago today
> Sargent Pepper taught the band to play
> 
> 
> Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
> The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
> for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
> domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
> been doing this for so many years.
> 
> Happy anniversary, folks!
> 
> mjb.
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From billmasq at hotmail.com  Mon Apr 11 16:14:18 2011
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:14:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <057FFB8FC0B84CBB9D453AB7A441784D@dell1>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net><A9DE7FCA97244921A96E76EB12F6AB42@HomePC>,
	<76607DCAFB4340AF93AE6F7D80F1AF6B@personal>,
	<057FFB8FC0B84CBB9D453AB7A441784D@dell1>
Message-ID: <SNT123-W142FEFEEC24E76B1D0C387CAA80@phx.gbl>

Ah- a Velosolex by any other name.......
BillM

> From: biffjones at verizon.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:59:36 -0400
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] new toy
>
> Here is a web site with all the info you could want on Frank's new toy.
> http://www.bikebug.net/
>
> On the home page is a picture showing the motor Frank has.
>
> Biff
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>
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 17:16:35 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 16:16:35 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
In-Reply-To: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
Message-ID: <619424.66079.qm@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Happy Anniversary, Mark.

I looked up the traditional 20th anniversary gift.  It's China.  Frank will be
along shortly to help you out with that.  Thanks for giving us all a safe
place to play.  You are the walrus!

Rick


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--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com> wrote:

From: Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 12:40 PM

I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:

It was 20 years ago today
Sargent Pepper taught the band to play


Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
been doing this for so many years.

Happy anniversary, folks!

mjb.
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Apr 11 18:21:42 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:21:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
In-Reply-To: <619424.66079.qm@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <20110411164050.A47F62E09E@bradakis.com>
	<619424.66079.qm@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <84FAD5385EE74894BAD8331EEE9697C9@spider>

What's his pattern?

"... goo goo g'joob."

=======================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 4:17 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net; Mark J Bradakis
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anniversary

Happy Anniversary, Mark.

I looked up the traditional 20th anniversary gift.  It's China.  Frank will
be
along shortly to help you out with that.  Thanks for giving us all a safe
place to play.  You are the walrus!

Rick

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

--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com> wrote:

From: Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Anniversary
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 12:40 PM

I imagine there are folks on the list who grew up listening to
The Beatles, and remember the Sgt. Pepper song which starts:

It was 20 years ago today
Sargent Pepper taught the band to play


Well, 20 years ago today the domain Team.Net was registered.
The autocross and british car lists were already up and running
for a while on my computer at the U of U, but getting our own
domain was a big step in a new direction.  Hard to beleive I've
been doing this for so many years.

Happy anniversary, folks!

mjb.

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Apr 11 18:21:55 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:21:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <SNT123-W142FEFEEC24E76B1D0C387CAA80@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <C9C8E933.2F4B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

I remember when you could win them by selling enough Cloverine Salve, but I
looked in my 1962 Sears and Wards catalogs and didn't find them.
There seem to be new ones around lately. There are a couple of local guys
that I see sometimes on my way home from work. They both have new looking,
retro-looking bikes with those motors.  I'm pretty sure they're not
restorations. 
BZ

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 19:33:23 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
Message-ID: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From lfritz82 at hotmail.com  Mon Apr 11 19:37:15 2011
From: lfritz82 at hotmail.com (Lorne Fritz)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:37:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye hard top for sale
Message-ID: <SNT143-w19663937869475674683EDAAB0@phx.gbl>

Hi,   I have a customer who wants to sell his hardtop.  He is located in
central Pennsylvania.  Please contact him if interested. Erik Mcdonough
814-937-1283 or erikmcdonugh at yahoo.com        Thanks Lorne Fritz   Sports Car
Haven

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Mon Apr 11 19:49:14 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:49:14 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <C9C8E933.2F4B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
References: <SNT123-W142FEFEEC24E76B1D0C387CAA80@phx.gbl>
	<C9C8E933.2F4B3%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <1AB1155E23904CE0A8EFF207B784B1D8@blackbox2>

You mean you didn't check the '61 or '63 Sears and Wards catalogs?
Now don't go telling me you LOST those.

C'mon people. What ever happened to those "thorough" collectors of arcania?

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 8:22 PM
To: Bill Masquelier; spridget list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] new toy

I remember when you could win them by selling enough Cloverine Salve, but I
looked in my 1962 Sears and Wards catalogs and didn't find them.
There seem to be new ones around lately. There are a couple of local guys
that I see sometimes on my way home from work. They both have new looking,
retro-looking bikes with those motors.  I'm pretty sure they're not
restorations. 
BZ
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From Miniac7 at aol.com  Mon Apr 11 19:51:55 2011
From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:51:55 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Sad News...
Message-ID: <51d8f.412b4d76.3ad50a3b@aol.com>

I'm completely speechless Jim. The Spridget community owes a great deal to  
Frank, and I truly feel this place will have a very hard time and a long 
road  dealing with this loss. Please let us know what we can do as a group to  
honor this great man.
 
Howard

From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 20:00:15 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:00:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <698293.88646.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

god no


--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 8:33 PM
> It is with heavy heart and tears in
> my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still
> pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the
> hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away
> today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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>
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 20:01:20 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:01:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <842073.33611.qm@web161210.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

What terrible news.  I'm speechless.

Rick


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--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 9:33 PM

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

--
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From pchast at francomm.com  Mon Apr 11 20:03:28 2011
From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:03:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <op.vtsyn2qdsjevdj@pete200>

Thanks for letting us know.

We will all miss him. It is shocking.
I thought he was younger than I when I met him.

I will be interested in any Plans when they are
made. their home is about 3 hours from me. If At
all possible I will attend.

Pete
Athens, NY

On Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:33:23 -0400, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

>
> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just  
> got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock  
> but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici,  
> the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>


-- 
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From peter at nosimport.com  Mon Apr 11 20:05:03 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (peter )
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:05:03 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
Message-ID: <201104111905.AA926613708@nosimport.com>

oh fuck

ppp


---------- Original Message ----------------------------------
From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Date:  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500

>It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
>off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
>he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
>dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
>try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
>God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
>-- 
>Cheers!!
>Jim Johnson
>Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
>Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
>Info & Registration here:
>http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
>_______________________________________________
>
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From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Mon Apr 11 20:09:30 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:09:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <51d8f.412b4d76.3ad50a3b@aol.com>
References: <51d8f.412b4d76.3ad50a3b@aol.com>
Message-ID: <ADDB5D7089FB414CBE1A165D7EA138F3@blackbox2>

Same here.  I just can't believe it.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Miniac7 at aol.com
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 9:52 PM
To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Sad News...

I'm completely speechless Jim. The Spridget community owes a great deal to  
Frank, and I truly feel this place will have a very hard time and a long 
road  dealing with this loss. Please let us know what we can do as a group
to  
honor this great man.
 
Howard
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From lmacy at mac.com  Mon Apr 11 20:13:44 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:13:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Sad News...
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Please wait until Diane and the family have a chance to deal with it. Then we can decide, as a group, what the appropriate response is. 

As this just happened, it is important for the family to figure stuff out, before Franks friends weigh in.

In my personal opinion, had I been Jim, I would have waited until tomorrow to post the info. Just to let the family time to cope.

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 11, 2011, at 9:51 PM, Miniac7 at aol.com wrote:

> I'm completely speechless Jim. The Spridget community owes a great deal to  
> Frank, and I truly feel this place will have a very hard time and a long 
> road  dealing with this loss. Please let us know what we can do as a group to  
> honor this great man.
> 
> Howard
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Mon Apr 11 20:17:35 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:17:35 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2085427162.12960.1302574654996.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

I am stunned!!
Never met Frank in person but we corresponded by phone and email.
He didn't know me from Adam but was unstinting in his help and was one of my main guides.
Words are not enough.

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

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

Frank Clarici, the dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today. I will try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed. 

From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Mon Apr 11 20:26:51 2011
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:26:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
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Terrible terrible news.  I'm stunned.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 8:33 PM
To: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Mon Apr 11 20:27:11 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:27:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
Message-ID: <ac4d01cbf8b9$20c794e0$0168010a@mail2world.com>

I can't believe it....

He was a great and giving person. He will be missed.

-=Chris


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

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: Jim Johnson [bmwwxman at gmail.com]
>Sent: 4/11/2011 9:33:23 PM
>To: spridgets at autox.team.net;midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
>
>It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this. I just
got
>off the phone with Frankie Clarici. They are still pretty much in shock
but
>he told me that he had just returned from the hospital. Frank Clarici,
the
>dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today. I
will
>try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
>God Speed, Frank. I miss you already....
>
>-- 
>Cheers!!
>Jim Johnson
>Don't miss the BIG PARTY!! Midget 50th Anniversary!
>Elkhart Lake, WI July 18-22, 2011
>Info & Registration here:
>http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Mon Apr 11 20:31:31 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:31:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Clarici's last Spridget email
Message-ID: <BD27B8E346974F778A9CA517550FC586@spider>

-----Original Message----- 
From: Frank Clarici
Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2011 9:47 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy

As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave
me a gas engine for a bicycle.
It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage
the engine to the tire and it starts to run.
Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I
mounted it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole
is about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was
dry and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
found it at "work" years ago.
He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park
spring ride on rocket.
He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all
his junk.
So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.

-- 
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ

From jpaschke at bak.rr.com  Mon Apr 11 20:31:35 2011
From: jpaschke at bak.rr.com (Jon Paschke)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:31:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <698293.88646.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <698293.88646.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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Drive it like you stole it Frank...... You will be missed.

On 4/11/2011 7:00 PM, Ron Soave wrote:
> god no
>
>
> --- On Mon, 4/11/11, Jim Johnson<bmwwxman at gmail.com>  wrote:
>
>> From: Jim Johnson<bmwwxman at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
>> To: "Spridgets"<spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
> <midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
>> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 8:33 PM
>> It is with heavy heart and tears in
>> my eyes that I write this.   I just got
>> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still
>> pretty much in shock but
>> he told me that he had just returned from the
>> hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
>> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away
>> today.  I will
>> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>>
>> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>>
>> --
>> Cheers!!
>> Jim Johnson
>> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
>> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
>> Info&  Registration here:
>> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
>> _______________________________________________
>>
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From spriteracer98 at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 20:34:17 2011
From: spriteracer98 at yahoo.com (Bob Walker)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:34:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <201104111905.AA926613708@nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <971610.99563.qm@web37605.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

 Franks words of wisdom will be missed by all. Rest in peace Frank
Bob Walker


--- On Mon, 4/11/11, peter <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:

> From: peter <peter at nosimport.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, Yahoo at nosimport.com,
Spridget at autox.team.net, list at autox.team.net, "Jim Johnson"
<bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 7:05 PM
> oh fuck
>
> ppp
>
>
> ---------- Original Message
> ----------------------------------
> From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Date:  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500
>
> >It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I
> write this.   I just got
> >off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are
> still pretty much in shock but
> >he told me that he had just returned from the
> hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> >dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed
> away today.  I will
> >try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans
> proceed.
> >
> >God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> >
> >--
> >Cheers!!
> >Jim Johnson
> >Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th
> Anniversary!
> >Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> >Info & Registration here:
> >http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> >_______________________________________________
> >
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From froggi60 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 20:40:59 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:40:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=o-z-r8Jt-_AtogLuZf-jq+H2dHQ@mail.gmail.com>

I've not checked e-mails since Thursday.

As I read this posting from Frank, tears fill my eyes realizing this is the
last time I will ever read anything Frank.

May God bless his soul and be with his family at this time of grief and
their loss.

Herb

On Sun, Apr 10, 2011 at 7:47 PM, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>wrote:

> As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave me a
> gas engine for a bicycle.
> It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
> It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
> No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage the
> engine to the tire and it starts to run.
> Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I mounted
> it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
> what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
> What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
> recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
> It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole is
> about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
> The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was dry
> and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
> It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
> That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
> found it at "work" years ago.
> He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
> He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
> All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
> like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park spring
> ride on rocket.
> He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all his
> junk.
> So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
> _______________________________________________

From bkitterer at me.com  Mon Apr 11 20:40:48 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:40:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
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What a sad month.  First the loss of Paul A with whom I had the pleasure of spending time with in Portland on several occasions.  Now Frank who with his family was most gracious when we passed through NJ a few years back. His great personality and knowledge is already sadly missed.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage

On Apr 11, 2011, at 6:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
> 
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> 
> -- 
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> _______________________________________________
> 
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Apr 11 20:42:29 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:42:29 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <87448.51271.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I am also speechless. 

There are many fine people that make up this list and the Spridget community but 
this tears at it's heart and soul. 


Something Frank said many years ago I always keep in the front of my mind. I may 
have the words a bit wrong but it went something like this:

"I love Spridgets and if you do too, then you're my friend."

In a phone call earlier, another Spridgeteer said: "A lot of people say they're 
the expert, but Frank WAS the expert."

I'm gonna miss ya Frank.

Damn. Damn. Damn!

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Apr 11 21:00:20 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:00:20 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <4DA3B987.7060502@bak.rr.com>
References: <698293.88646.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3B987.7060502@bak.rr.com>
Message-ID: <4DA3C044.1000803@justbrits.com>

NO !!!   CAN'T be !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From pvanwig at me.com  Mon Apr 11 21:01:27 2011
From: pvanwig at me.com (Paul Van Wig)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:01:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2FD56A5D-AA70-4CE0-B932-3EB6F60DE3A2@me.com>

Very sad news

Paul Van Wig
pvanwig at me.com

On Apr 11, 2011, at 6:33 PM, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
> 
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Mon Apr 11 21:02:34 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:02:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <682174711.1542841.1302577244357.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <1175531747.1542869.1302577353993.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

All I can think of is that Paul needed help getting enough 5 speed, 1275 Spridgets and Morrises ready for the rest of us. If there are no LBCs in Heaven, I don't want to go. Picture the two of them racing through the sky, using the stars as slalom cones. I'm sure that Old Murphy is riding shotgun with Paul, helping him win rallies. They're both up there laughing at the rest of us as we try to figure out how to keep our cars running without them.

Kate



-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 8:33 PM
To: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 21:03:00 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:03:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

I hope I haven't acted out of turn, but I've passed on the news of Frank's
passing to John Sprinzel.  I'm not sure of John's ability to attend a funeral
service, but I can't think of someone that would be more fitting to deliver a
eulogy regarding the Spridget part of Frank's life than John.  I'll keep you
up to date and would be willing to contribute to a fund to bring John to the
services if needed.

Rick



--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 9:33 PM

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

--
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From froggi60 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 21:04:12 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:04:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Address
Message-ID: <BANLkTikbu-v7L-hBdbTr2Mjjz3Eu+gW-nw@mail.gmail.com>

I'd like to mail a card of condolence to Frank's family.

Could you send me their address, please.

Wife's name is Diane, correct?

Thank you,

Herb

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From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Mon Apr 11 21:05:28 2011
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:05:28 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
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I have no words........ 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com> 
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list" <midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com> 
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 9:33:23 PM 
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News... 

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this. I just got 
off the phone with Frankie Clarici. They are still pretty much in shock but 
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital. Frank Clarici, the 
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today. I will 
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed. 

God Speed, Frank. I miss you already.... 

-- 
Cheers!! 
Jim Johnson 
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!! Midget 50th Anniversary! 
Elkhart Lake, WI July 18-22, 2011 
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Mon Apr 11 21:08:19 2011
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:08:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
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Geeze..  speechless.. RIP Frank.

Lester


On Apr 11, 2011, at 8:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 11 21:08:23 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:08:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <971610.99563.qm@web37605.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <906032.15647.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Diane just called me. Frank was building a shed for his bicycles this evening.
Diane went for a ride while he was working and found him in the shed when she
came home.

I am lost right now.

Ron

--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Bob Walker
<spriteracer98 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Bob Walker <spriteracer98 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> To: "Spridgets"
<spridgets at autox.team.net>, Yahoo at nosimport.com, Spridget at autox.team.net,
list at autox.team.net, "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>, peter at nosimport.com
>
Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 9:34 PM
>  Franks words of wisdom will be
>
missed by all. Rest in peace Frank
> Bob Walker
> 
> 
> --- On Mon, 4/11/11,
peter <peter at nosimport.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: peter <peter at nosimport.com>
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> > To: "Spridgets"
<spridgets at autox.team.net>,
> Yahoo at nosimport.com,
> Spridget at autox.team.net,
> list at autox.team.net,
> "Jim Johnson"
> <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> > Date:
Monday, April 11, 2011, 7:05 PM
> > oh fuck
> >
> > ppp
> >
> >
> > ----------
Original Message
> > ----------------------------------
> > From: Jim Johnson
<bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> > Date:  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500
> >
> > >It is
with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that
> I
> > write this.   I just got
>
> >off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They
> are
> > still pretty much in
shock but
> > >he told me that he had just returned from the
> > hospital. 
Frank Clarici, the
> > >dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and
>
passed
> > away today.  I will
> > >try to keep everyone informed as funeral
plans
> > proceed.
> > >
> > >God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> > >
> > >--
> > >Cheers!!
> > >Jim Johnson
> > >Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget
50th
> > Anniversary!
> > >Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> > >Info &
Registration here:
> > >http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> >
>_______________________________________________
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Mon Apr 11 21:16:19 2011
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:16:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <3FA08A90-9EC5-4B0E-8B75-0D13FD9C7AD0@comcast.net>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
	<3FA08A90-9EC5-4B0E-8B75-0D13FD9C7AD0@comcast.net>
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Geeze..  speechless.. RIP Frank.

Lester

From biffjones at verizon.net  Mon Apr 11 21:17:25 2011
From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:17:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
References: <51d8f.412b4d76.3ad50a3b@aol.com>
Message-ID: <03D633A08A704FE594F7A71540744CEE@dell1>

I don't know what to say other than drats.
Why is that the really good guys have this happen to them when the ^&$#s 
seem to live forever.
Just last night Frank and I traded a few emails (offlist) about his 'new 
toy'.
My heart and prayers go out to Diane, Frankie, and the Clarici clan.
Larry is right about waiting and leting the family deal with their loss.

I first met Frank & Diane at The British Car Day in Bowie, Maryland in 1990.

Biff Jones 

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Apr 11 21:27:30 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:27:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
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/PY20n8: Permission denied

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 21:34:32 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:34:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <1207972A-750B-408B-9F0D-AD30AED3B7AA@mac.com>
References: <51d8f.412b4d76.3ad50a3b@aol.com>
	<1207972A-750B-408B-9F0D-AD30AED3B7AA@mac.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim49rkV-5ZB6gVwgpE1tRQPnU_gbQ@mail.gmail.com>

Frankie asked me to inform the lists.
Jim

On Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 9:13 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> Please wait until Diane and the family have a chance to deal with it. Then
> we can decide, as a group, what the appropriate response is.
>
> As this just happened, it is important for the family to figure stuff out,
> before Franks friends weigh in.
>
> In my personal opinion, had I been Jim, I would have waited until tomorrow
> to post the info. Just to let the family time to cope.
>
> Larry
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked
> car.
>
> Sent from my Magical iPad
>
> On Apr 11, 2011, at 9:51 PM, Miniac7 at aol.com wrote:
>
> > I'm completely speechless Jim. The Spridget community owes a great deal
> to
> > Frank, and I truly feel this place will have a very hard time and a long
> > road  dealing with this loss. Please let us know what we can do as a
> group to
> > honor this great man.
> >
> > Howard
> > _______________________________________________
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Jim Johnson
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Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From derf247 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 21:35:24 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:35:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim6SF2uGQZ1p7c5TWtOo7Z1c0_=-Q@mail.gmail.com>

Prayers to his wife and family.
I'm shocked and saddened.

From herby at herbytoys.com  Mon Apr 11 21:39:05 2011
From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:39:05 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <A26A0C2B21AB4EE68758CA4EA8C9E3D0@HERBYZ>

I was truly hoping this was a delayed April Fool joke. I am stunned and
saddened. I never met him in person but always valued his insight. The
Spridget world has lost a giant.

 

My condolences to the Clarici family.

 

Herby
62 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy)
00 Dakota R/T (the DD toy)

herby at herbytoys.com

www.herbytoys.com

 

  _____  

From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 6:33 PM
To: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

 

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

--
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
 <http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
_______________________________________________

From davriker at nwi.net  Mon Apr 11 21:41:17 2011
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:41:17 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] new toy
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=o-z-r8Jt-_AtogLuZf-jq+H2dHQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4DA26BCD.9030609@comcast.net>
	<BANLkTi=o-z-r8Jt-_AtogLuZf-jq+H2dHQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <FEA497913C674344BC1299C4D85905AC@RikerPC>

Exactly.  There is a pit in my stomach.
David R.

-----Original Message----- 
From: WFO Herb
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 7:40 PM
To: Frank Clarici
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] new toy

I've not checked e-mails since Thursday.

As I read this posting from Frank, tears fill my eyes realizing this is the
last time I will ever read anything Frank.

May God bless his soul and be with his family at this time of grief and
their loss.

Herb

On Sun, Apr 10, 2011 at 7:47 PM, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net>wrote:

> As some of you know I got into antique bicycles, today a neighbor gave me 
> a
> gas engine for a bicycle.
> It mounts on the front fork and engages the front tire.
> It's from the 60s and may not have ever been fired up until now.
> No rip cord, once mounted you pedal the bike and push a lever to engage 
> the
> engine to the tire and it starts to run.
> Well my cordless drill, some gas and it fired up on the bench so I mounted
> it to my 1923 Elgin bike.
> what a blast! It goes about 25 mph.
> What I am trying to find out is about how old it is so if anybody can
> recall these aftermarket gizmos, let me know.
> It is a Sears 2 stroke engine, very small, maybe 25cc or so. carb hole is
> about 1/2" and it was made in Japan.
> The NGK spark plug looked brand new when I checked it out, gas tank was 
> dry
> and had no smell of old gas and the engine looks very clean.
> It even has a paper tag on it on how to prime the carb.
> That's what makes me think it has never been used. The neighbor said he
> found it at "work" years ago.
> He works of the town public works.  (aka garbage man)  ;)
> He is forever giving me antique bikes, wagons, and toys for my grandson.
> All need to be restored but it's a lot of fun doing quick projects
> like pedal cars, tricycles, 1948 Radio Flyer wagon, and an old park spring
> ride on rocket.
> He loves to see the junk get fixed up and painted and used so I get all 
> his
> junk.
> So if anybody knows anything about this bike engine, talk to me.
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Mon Apr 11 21:54:52 2011
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:54:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <971610.99563.qm@web37605.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <675268.20061.qm@web180608.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I have no words.  He was a giant in our world.  I will miss his insight and
wisdom on anything Spridget.  My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Mike MacLean

--- On Tue, 4/12/11, Bob Walker <spriteracer98 at yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Bob Walker <spriteracer98 at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, Yahoo at nosimport.com,
Spridget at autox.team.net, list at autox.team.net, "Jim Johnson"
<bmwwxman at gmail.com>, peter at nosimport.com
Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 2:34 AM

 Franks words of wisdom will be missed by all. Rest in peace Frank
Bob Walker


--- On Mon, 4/11/11, peter <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:

> From: peter <peter at nosimport.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, Yahoo at nosimport.com,
Spridget at autox.team.net, list at autox.team.net, "Jim Johnson"
<bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 7:05 PM
> oh fuck
>
> ppp
>
>
> ---------- Original Message
> ----------------------------------
> From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Date:  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500
>
> >It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I
> write this.   I just got
> >off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are
> still pretty much in shock but
> >he told me that he had just returned from the
> hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> >dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed
> away today.  I will
> >try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans
> proceed.
> >
> >God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> >
> >--
> >Cheers!!
> >Jim Johnson
> >Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th
> Anniversary!
> >Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> >Info & Registration here:
> >http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> >_______________________________________________
> >
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From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Apr 11 21:56:31 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:56:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Re:  Sad News...]
Message-ID: <4DA3CD6F.8070906@justbrits.com>

Rotten html !!

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

<< ...would be willing to contribute to a fund to bring John to the
services if needed. >>

I can run it necessary.

Geesh, I CAN'T believe it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

RIP, old Friend !!!!

From billmasq at hotmail.com  Mon Apr 11 21:57:39 2011
From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:57:39 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <SNT123-W335BF22ACE44919A59A669CAAB0@phx.gbl>

Between Paul and Frank there will be a huge amount of knowledge, friendship
and just good times gone.
I will miss them both
Motor on Frank!
BillM

> Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:33:23 -0500
> From: bmwwxman at gmail.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net; midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
>
> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> _______________________________________________
>
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From lmacy at mac.com  Mon Apr 11 22:03:56 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:03:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Address
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikbu-v7L-hBdbTr2Mjjz3Eu+gW-nw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikbu-v7L-hBdbTr2Mjjz3Eu+gW-nw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1F7C4AE7-FBB3-418B-9668-D98C7683DE9F@mac.com>

I'll be glad to coordinate this. 

Having lost 3 parents and an ex-wife recently, I think we give it a day, then let the wishes of the family be known. They are in shock. It is more important to them to get their shit together after loosing the leader of their family than it is for us to start flooding their mail and email inboxes with well thought out sympathy expressions.  

We need to express our thoughts and reflections on Franks life. We need to mourn, but so does his family. And they need it more than we do. 

Take care all,

Larry


--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 11, 2011, at 11:04 PM, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I'd like to mail a card of condolence to Frank's family.
> 
> Could you send me their address, please.
> 
> Wife's name is Diane, correct?
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> Herb
> 
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From cathe125 at suddenlink.net  Mon Apr 11 22:12:17 2011
From: cathe125 at suddenlink.net (cathey speichinger)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 23:12:17 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
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Took me several re-reads for me to grasp the reality of Jims news.  I am
saddened so much by this news as Frank and I have traded many e-mails as he
tried to teach me spridget related stuff along with carpentry stuff.  We
have TRULY lost a giant in our community.  His death really brings home that
we never know when our time is up on this earth and that our actions impact
far more than we think.  Prayers and strength go out for Diane and the
family.  The weeks ahead for them will be so very hard and will require many
days and nights of thought to somehow realize that God may have a greater
calling he needs Frabk to help him with now.

  Gods speed Frank.  You will not be forgotten.  Today really sucks!!

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 8:33 PM
To: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
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Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From rbastedo at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 23:21:18 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:21:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
Message-ID: <BANLkTikWYuL_G+N_bozOF6nvXDMuu0AP3w@mail.gmail.com>

I'm stunned.
I had hoped to meet Frank, like others I've received a lot of help and
encouragement from Frank Clarici.
RIP Frank, you are missed.

Rick Bastedo


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

Frank Clarici, the dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed
away today. I will try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Apr 11 23:56:40 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:56:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>

Please see      www.justbrits.com

R.I.P. my Friend.

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 03:45:07 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:45:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
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Oh my God, I just read this I was was looking for Franks reply on a post
from Saturday regarding the kittens. I was hoping I was dreaming. I can't
stop crying.

I was supposed to stop over and check out the new kittens as Frank called
them "Little Buggers" I always loved the humorous words he would say. I
still can't believe this. It was late when I got back from VW show at
Englishtown Sunday and I didn't want to stop by during dinner so I thought I
would do it the following week as we have spring break.

Of all the car guys I have ever known Frank truly was my favorite he taught
me so much most of all to always "pay it forward". I am so deeply sorry to
read this.

I pray for Diane & the rest of the family's strength.
RIP, Frank,
Linda

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 1:56 AM, Shop at " Just Brits "
<shop at justbrits.com>wrote:

> Please see      www.justbrits.com
>
> R.I.P. my Friend.
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 04:17:38 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 06:17:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=5KXsLo9Oz_bEiadAwg6w5HeactQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
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I still can't stop crying and I don't know how I am going to get to work
like this.  I can't believe this is true it is like a horrible nightmare.
Frank was the "fun" brother I always wanted.
Lin

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 5:45 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> Oh my God, I just read this I was was looking for Franks reply on a post
> from Saturday regarding the kittens. I was hoping I was dreaming. I can't
> stop crying.
>
> I was supposed to stop over and check out the new kittens as Frank called
> them "Little Buggers" I always loved the humorous words he would say. I
> still can't believe this. It was late when I got back from VW show at
> Englishtown Sunday and I didn't want to stop by during dinner so I thought I
> would do it the following week as we have spring break.
>
> Of all the car guys I have ever known Frank truly was my favorite he taught
> me so much most of all to always "pay it forward". I am so deeply sorry to
> read this.
>
> I pray for Diane & the rest of the family's strength.
> RIP, Frank,
> Linda
>
>
> On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 1:56 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " <
> shop at justbrits.com> wrote:
>
>> Please see      www.justbrits.com
>>
>> R.I.P. my Friend.
>>
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From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 04:58:27 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 06:58:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Address
In-Reply-To: <1F7C4AE7-FBB3-418B-9668-D98C7683DE9F@mac.com>
References: <BANLkTikbu-v7L-hBdbTr2Mjjz3Eu+gW-nw@mail.gmail.com>
	<1F7C4AE7-FBB3-418B-9668-D98C7683DE9F@mac.com>
Message-ID: <7A3A10B6-9493-49E2-A39C-CF4A84B8E500@mac.com>

Actually I misspoke, I will not be glad to coordinate this, but I will do it.

Frank, keep on "Driving it like ya stole it"

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 12, 2011, at 12:03 AM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> I'll be glad to coordinate this. 
> 
> Having lost 3 parents and an ex-wife recently, I think we give it a day, then let the wishes of the family be known. They are in shock. It is more important to them to get their shit together after loosing the leader of their family than it is for us to start flooding their mail and email inboxes with well thought out sympathy expressions.  
> 
> We need to express our thoughts and reflections on Franks life. We need to mourn, but so does his family. And they need it more than we do. 
> 
> Take care all,
> 
> Larry
> 
> 
> --
> 
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> 
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.
> 
> Sent from my Magical iPad
> 
> On Apr 11, 2011, at 11:04 PM, WFO Herb <froggi60 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> I'd like to mail a card of condolence to Frank's family.
>> 
>> Could you send me their address, please.
>> 
>> Wife's name is Diane, correct?
>> 
>> Thank you,
>> 
>> Herb
>> 
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From gmuttart at eastlink.ca  Tue Apr 12 05:00:54 2011
From: gmuttart at eastlink.ca (Geoff Muttart)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:00:54 -0300
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Clarici - Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <2085427162.12960.1302574654996.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
	<2085427162.12960.1302574654996.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
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I met Frank several times.

I believe that the first time was at Sprite Spree 2003. He let Larry Pitts
(from the other coast) and me (from Nova Scotia) drive his red Midget as
we'd come without lbc's, and Frank had "extras", of course.  It enabled both
of us to participate in a way that would not otherwise have been possible.

Frank has played an instrumental role in most (if not all) Spridget
gatherings on the East Coast.

He's also been extremely generous with parts and advice to assist people all
over the continent.

He is generally one of those who contribute most to being the "life of the
(Spridget) party".  He's always been front and centre at the Carlisle Impost
show whenever I've dropped by.

I'm in shock.  His family's loss is also a huge loss to the Spridget
community.  RIP Frank.

Geoff Muttart
Bugeye Sprite
Nova Scotia
Canada

-----Original Message-----
From: Dave KK7SS [mailto:kk7ss at frontier.com] 
Sent: April 11, 2011 11:18 PM
To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com; spridgets_autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...

I am stunned!!
Never met Frank in person but we corresponded by phone and email.
He didn't know me from Adam but was unstinting in his help and was one of my
main guides.
Words are not enough.

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

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

Frank Clarici, the dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed
away today. I will try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed. 

From alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com  Tue Apr 12 05:01:18 2011
From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com (EASTJONES alan)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:01:18 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>

At least, ( I hope) it was quick, Typical of Frank he got things done today,
just like the way he restored Frogeyes

didnt waste time prolonging things.

Just like his new found motor for his vintage bike. Found it, fitted it,
rode it. If he had left it til tomorrow like we might do..



I had every intention of visiting Frank sometime in NJ, but likewise it was
a something to do tomorrow thing.



Frank stayed at my home in the UK with Buster Evans. A photo and write up is
on JustBrits  MG people page .



The words below are slightly modified from the web page but I include them
as my condolence to the Clarici family and to the AH Sprite fraternity in
the USA,

Frank will be sadly missed and never replaced.



First Paul now Frank .makes you think doesnt it .







*Franks and Busters visit to the UK*

* *

*We had enough time for a quick cup of tea then we took them to Leicester
(pronounced Lester  not  Lye-cess- terrr !) to watch our rugby team play the
London Wasps in the A teams  final. It rained, both enjoyed the mans game
and Frank was impressed by the motto No Pads, No Helmets, Just Balls !!   He
said it was probably the most intense hour and half of non stop physical
ball game that he had ever seen. *

* *

*We stopped on the way home for some traditional Fish and chips served in
paper and eaten in the car at the side of the road, (although Buster and
Frank also had a Cornish Pasty and Frank ate a battered sausage - he wants
more. During the days they were at my house  they had visited AH spares at
Southam and the records office and library at the BMHT at Gaydon and of
course  Warwick castle ( " like man, its a thousand years old! ")*

* *

*We visited Donald Healeys favourite pub, The Cape of good Hope adjacent
to the demolished Cape works. They had their obligatory photo taken next to
the AHCA plaque in the bar. We had a typical English pub meal and Frank had
a couple of pints of Twollocks beer specially brewed for the pub (2 locks,
named after the 2 canal locks next to the pub)*

* *

*Frank couldn't get over the variety of beers, real beers, and said that he
had only good pints all the time he had been here..*





Original words and photo can be found on Just Brits website

From nases at verizon.net  Tue Apr 12 05:27:19 2011
From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 07:27:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CCE6E151-8B1C-4674-BE2E-54F05B8FE7A5@verizon.net>

I just got the news this morning. It is a sad time for all. He's one of the
good guys.

Phil Nase
home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/

On Apr 11, 2011, at 9:33 PM, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From lists at woozy.com  Tue Apr 12 06:11:59 2011
From: lists at woozy.com (Robert Weeks)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:11:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA4418F.7020505@woozy.com>

This is very, very sad news. I had the good fortune to meet Frank once. 
I drove up from NC to buy my current Midget from him several years back. 
He was one of those all too rare people who really seemed to enjoy life 
and live it to the fullest.

What an amazing, great, generous guy. He will be sorely missed.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Robert Weeks


On 4/11/2011 9:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

From cooper6 at swbell.net  Tue Apr 12 06:35:16 2011
From: cooper6 at swbell.net (Martin Cooper)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 07:35:16 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <964406FF-B0F9-4047-9FFA-DF93C6CA60C4@swbell.net>

These past few months have been hard on our community with the lose of two men
whom have contributed a great deal to all of us. It would be fitting if we
could possibly get a magazine like classic motorsport to possibly do a story
on the two of them. Not sure how to go about this.


Marty cooper


Sent from my iPad

On Apr 11, 2011, at 8:33 PM, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
> _______________________________________________
>
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From rbc_48183 at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 06:49:32 2011
From: rbc_48183 at yahoo.com (roger cotting)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:49:32 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <140446.88952.qm@web111212.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

 Frank was a friend. Words fail.
 
Roger Cotting

From pythias at pacifier.com  Tue Apr 12 06:52:45 2011
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:52:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <991429808.20110412055245@pacifier.com>

Hello,

     Sometimes I just want to curl up into a little ball...


     While I knew Paul fairly well, and had met and dealt with Frank a
     little, I knew them both well enough to think (tho I would never
     presume to actually know what went on in either of their heads)
     that they would want US to keep their memories alive by "paying
     things forward" rather than mourning their passing. I believe
     that is the lesson we can learn from contributions to our
     community. We will get over the sadness of their passage, but
     never over their loss. We can honor them best by being the best
     people we can be toward one another, just as they were for us..
     ..

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
   "It's made the grass wet," said Tom after due consideration.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Apr 12 06:59:54 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:59:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w14D5F600D82ABD7D5C74C3B8AB0@phx.gbl>

Holy F**K!  I have no idea what to say ...  You just never know what the next
moment brings.
If anyone has any control, make sure his urn or casket is made in USA.

He was someone that I would have wanted to meet.
Robert Duquette

Ottawa ON Canada

> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 07:29:24 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:29:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's old website
Message-ID: <BANLkTinahyrxRpcCOHExR_7Dhz32Tw+L5w@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I found this link of Franks old website (sort of) it's from pdljmpr Frank
pronounced it Puddle Jumper.

http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/fclar.htm

We are all still in shock.
Linda

From jlaird237 at cox.net  Tue Apr 12 07:32:41 2011
From: jlaird237 at cox.net (Jack Laird)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:32:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA4418F.7020505@woozy.com>
Message-ID: <E42DF425BD944D3F92AA9BFF2C9B6F4D@personal>

Paul, Frank, and Tony Barnhill. Now don't you know they will figure how to 
keep things moveing along nicely. At least all are in good company.


> This is very, very sad news. I had the good fortune to meet Frank once. I 
> drove up from NC to buy my current Midget from him several years back. He 
> was one of those all too rare people who really seemed to enjoy life and 
> live it to the fullest.
>
> What an amazing, great, generous guy. He will be sorely missed.
>
> Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
>
> Robert Weeks
>
>
> On 4/11/2011 9:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
>> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just 
>> got
>> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock 
>> but
>> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, 
>> the
>> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
>> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>>
>> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
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From mdrowe at optonline.net  Tue Apr 12 07:36:30 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:36:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
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I hope Father Jack will drive the Holy Sprite to the funeral.  How many cars 
can we muster to follow him?

Michael Rowe

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>; "Yahoo Spridget list" 
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>; "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 11:03 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...


>I hope I haven't acted out of turn, but I've passed on the news of Frank's
> passing to John Sprinzel.  I'm not sure of John's ability to attend a 
> funeral
> service, but I can't think of someone that would be more fitting to 
> deliver a
> eulogy regarding the Spridget part of Frank's life than John.  I'll keep 
> you
> up to date and would be willing to contribute to a fund to bring John to 
> the
> services if needed.
>
> Rick
>
>
>
> --- On Mon, 4/11/11, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
> <midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 9:33 PM
>
> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just 
> got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock 
> but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, 
> the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
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From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Tue Apr 12 07:46:35 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:46:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
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I am also at a loss for words.  I also had to re-read the message quite a few
times to make sure I was reading it correctly.  I wished it was just a sick
joke.  I just cannot believe he is gone.  Lambert and I just talked to him a
couple of times in the last few weekends as he was helping us as best as he
could with the problems with my Midget.  I am also with Linda as I cannot stop
crying today.

We got to know Frank through my Dad and I will always be thankful for that.
We made a life long friend from our mutual love of LBC's.  Thank you Dad for
introducing Lambert and I to Frank - we will never forget him nor his kindness
to us.

Rest In Peace Frank - as many have already said you will be sorely missed.


Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget



On Apr 12, 2011, at 8:59 AM, Robert Duquette wrote:

> Holy F**K!  I have no idea what to say ...  You just never know what the
next
> moment brings.
> If anyone has any control, make sure his urn or casket is made in USA.
>
> He was someone that I would have wanted to meet.
> Robert Duquette
>
> Ottawa ON Canada
>
>> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just
got
>> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
> but
>> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici,
the
>> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
>> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>>
>> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>>
>> --
>> Cheers!!
>> Jim Johnson
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From John.Deikis at va.gov  Tue Apr 12 07:58:37 2011
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:58:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <672B9CE552D34343B2780A6CC3AD4DD00CADED@VHAV11MSGB1.v11.med.va.gov>

Stunned by the news! Frank Clarici was a man who was always the first to
step up and say "I can help with that." A man who could restore a Bugeye
Sprite in a weekend...for a neighbor...just because he could. Carry on,
friend.

From stevenm at optonline.net  Tue Apr 12 08:17:33 2011
From: stevenm at optonline.net (Steven Michelsen)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:17:33 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
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Message-ID: <BDA648AF7CD64904BFFDE7C393672793@1705n3>

I am stunned.  

I was attending my first Britfest show, probably in 2002, and was speaking to someone or other, when they pointed and said in a hushed tone, "Do you know who that is?  That's Frank Clarici".  He was clearly "THE ONE".  Of course upon meeting him I discovered he was an affable, all around nice guy.  A few years later I got to be involved in a few early OSHIT events, including one at my house, to rescue my own Midget from brake failure (see http://1978mgmidget.com/OSHIT_event.html ).  Then there were Frank's thousands of group posts - always something to learn, often funny to read, written by a guy with encyclopedic spridget-knowledge, always ready to share and help.

What struck me about Frank is that, from the half-dozen times or so that I met him, and the sometimes-daily postings over the years, is that it seemed to me that he lived life in high gear.  Busy family life, running his own business, and the nonstop spridget projects - both his own cars, and famously, everyone else that needed help with theirs.  The hours he happily devoted to "the other guy's" cars were unequalled.  Then to fill the tiny gaps after all of that, he found time to enjoy little things like the antique bike motor - just the other day.

I had a lot to do today - last minute taxes, cars that need tending, a trip to the DMV, household chores.  But I can't seem to focus on any of it.

Steve


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>; "Yahoo Spridget list" <midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 9:33 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...


> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
> 
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> 
> -- 
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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> 
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Apr 12 08:19:46 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:19:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA45F82.5000707@wi.net>

Over 12 hrs. later and I still can't function correctly.

O.S.H.I.T...immediately came to mind.  I've been going over his last 
email, which was so typical and looking at pictures from the first time 
we met in 1999 at Elkhart Lake.  Frank, of course, drove "Pieces" and we 
had a great time.
The Holy Sprite and LoTO pictures stir the memories.  To meet Frank and 
Diane was to know them.  A lot of you obviously knew Frank a lot better 
than we, but for Terri and I at the Holy Sprite session...we knew anyone 
who would organize and fix up a Sprite for a friend...well, that sums up 
the character of the person.  It also sums up the character of the LIST.

Many of you will find your way to New Jersey to pay homage to Frank.  
Quite a of us may not be able to get there.  Frank and Paul led lives to 
be celebrated, let's do it at the Midget 50th!

God Bless you Frank and May God give your family the strength to carry on.

Dave and Terri (sorry if I rambled)


On 4/11/2011 8:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock but
> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>
> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 08:59:54 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:59:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <4DA45F82.5000707@wi.net>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA45F82.5000707@wi.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinqjKb0ro6n3J9_o=gBB_Z=hgcbDw@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I found this link of Franks old website (sort of) it's from pdljmpr Frank
pronounced it Puddle Jumper.

http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/fclar.htm

We are all still in shock.
Linda

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 10:19 AM, Woerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:

> Over 12 hrs. later and I still can't function correctly.
>
> O.S.H.I.T...immediately came to mind.  I've been going over his last email,
> which was so typical and looking at pictures from the first time we met in
> 1999 at Elkhart Lake.  Frank, of course, drove "Pieces" and we had a great
> time.
> The Holy Sprite and LoTO pictures stir the memories.  To meet Frank and
> Diane was to know them.  A lot of you obviously knew Frank a lot better than
> we, but for Terri and I at the Holy Sprite session...we knew anyone who
> would organize and fix up a Sprite for a friend...well, that sums up the
> character of the person.  It also sums up the character of the LIST.
>
> Many of you will find your way to New Jersey to pay homage to Frank.  Quite
> a of us may not be able to get there.  Frank and Paul led lives to be
> celebrated, let's do it at the Midget 50th!
>
> God Bless you Frank and May God give your family the strength to carry on.
>
> Dave and Terri (sorry if I rambled)
>
>
>
> On 4/11/2011 8:33 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
>
>> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just
>> got
>> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
>> but
>> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici,
>> the
>> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
>> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>>
>> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>>
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From lists at dinospider.com  Tue Apr 12 09:33:53 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:33:53 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=5KXsLo9Oz_bEiadAwg6w5HeactQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
	<BANLkTi=5KXsLo9Oz_bEiadAwg6w5HeactQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA470E1.5010701@dinospider.com>

  I too am sad to learn of him leaving us, I had only dealt with Frank 
twice, first time was a few years ago when I needed a distributor and he 
just plainly asked if my address on my website was current, a week later 
a distributor showed up on my porch with no warning.  Then last year, I 
asked this list about carbs for my 1098 and he said to give him a few 
weeks and he would send some, the agreed payment was a beer or 2 at the 
Spridget 50th, unfortunately I never got those carbs as he and I were 
busy so I was just going to pick them up at the 50th when I "paid" for 
them.   I got the impression that is the way he was, always helping, 
always willing to help, always looking for ways to help, I think he 
would appreciate a round of his favorite beverage at the 50th (it 
sounded to me like his favorite was a good beer).

     mike

From nory1 at roadrunner.com  Tue Apr 12 09:57:45 2011
From: nory1 at roadrunner.com (nory1 at roadrunner.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:57:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w14D5F600D82ABD7D5C74C3B8AB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <20110412155745.LD4RB.163639.root@hrndva-web05-z02>

OMG!  I am stunned!  I had the pleasure of meeting Frank.  He was a Spridget genius!!!  Such a great loss to all of us  :(

> 
> > It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I just got
> > off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in shock
> but
> > he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
> > dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I will
> > try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
> >
> > God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
> >
> > --
> > Cheers!!
> > Jim Johnson
> _______________________________________________
> 
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From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Tue Apr 12 10:16:30 2011
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim F.)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:16:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com><4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com><BANLkTi=5KXsLo9Oz_bEiadAwg6w5HeactQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA470E1.5010701@dinospider.com>
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I had similar dealings with Frank, I met him a few years ago when I went on
the list in need of an intake manifold for my 1275. Frank directed me to his
home and I took a drive on a Sunday morning. He gave me a manifold which he
has bead blasted, and he would not take a dime. He told me to pay it forward
and I have done that. Frank gave me the benifit of his knowledge for most of
the afternoon and could not be more helpful. He gave me his phone number and
instructions to call if I needed anything at all. THAT WAS FRANK. I have been
in Street Rodding and old cars all of my life and have never met a more
unselfish person. Godspeed Frank. I will miss you.

Jim Fournier

 ----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Rambour" <lists at dinospider.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 11:33 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...


>  I too am sad to learn of him leaving us, I had only dealt with Frank
> twice, first time was a few years ago when I needed a distributor and he
> just plainly asked if my address on my website was current, a week later
> a distributor showed up on my porch with no warning.  Then last year, I
> asked this list about carbs for my 1098 and he said to give him a few
> weeks and he would send some, the agreed payment was a beer or 2 at the
> Spridget 50th, unfortunately I never got those carbs as he and I were
> busy so I was just going to pick them up at the 50th when I "paid" for
> them.   I got the impression that is the way he was, always helping,
> always willing to help, always looking for ways to help, I think he
> would appreciate a round of his favorite beverage at the 50th (it
> sounded to me like his favorite was a good beer).
>
>     mike
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 10:47:02 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:47:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <82F5482F843D4BB0A89050D5CEC76103@acerad993ba82b>
References: <331378.34028.qm@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA3E998.9090700@justbrits.com>
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	<82F5482F843D4BB0A89050D5CEC76103@acerad993ba82b>
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List,
I sent emails of dear Frank's passing out to Basil of British Car Forums,
and Dan of Spritespot as I could not post it. I'm not sure if there were
other forums he belonged to.

My principal was so sweet today, he told me to go home because I was so
upset. But I need to be here at school to help the kids with their robot.
I'm sure Frank would want me to be "Working" as he never stopped.

God Bless You Frank "SpriteNut",
Linda

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 12:16 PM, Jim F. <jimndi at frontiernet.net> wrote:

> I had similar dealings with Frank, I met him a few years ago when I went on
> the list in need of an intake manifold for my 1275. Frank directed me to
> his
> home and I took a drive on a Sunday morning. He gave me a manifold which he
> has bead blasted, and he would not take a dime. He told me to pay it
> forward
> and I have done that. Frank gave me the benifit of his knowledge for most
> of
> the afternoon and could not be more helpful. He gave me his phone number
> and
> instructions to call if I needed anything at all. THAT WAS FRANK. I have
> been
> in Street Rodding and old cars all of my life and have never met a more
> unselfish person. Godspeed Frank. I will miss you.
>
> Jim Fournier
>
>  ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mike Rambour" <lists at dinospider.com>
> To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 11:33 AM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News...
>
>
> >  I too am sad to learn of him leaving us, I had only dealt with Frank
> > twice, first time was a few years ago when I needed a distributor and he
> > just plainly asked if my address on my website was current, a week later
> > a distributor showed up on my porch with no warning.  Then last year, I
> > asked this list about carbs for my 1098 and he said to give him a few
> > weeks and he would send some, the agreed payment was a beer or 2 at the
> > Spridget 50th, unfortunately I never got those carbs as he and I were
> > busy so I was just going to pick them up at the 50th when I "paid" for
> > them.   I got the impression that is the way he was, always helping,
> > always willing to help, always looking for ways to help, I think he
> > would appreciate a round of his favorite beverage at the 50th (it
> > sounded to me like his favorite was a good beer).
> >
> >     mike
> > _______________________________________________
> >
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From frog.aye at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 11:03:56 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:03:56 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTik+b_qO5_-Pgn72ORJ9AyGQ5yXrVQ@mail.gmail.com>

Just turned on my computer for the first time in several days.  The worst
news I could imagine.
Hal

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 11:20:25 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:20:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <918558.84463.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I just read this and have no idea what to say. This is devastating. I just
spent 
a Sunday afternoon there with Frank and Larry a couple weeks ago. Frank
was his 
usual amazing self - full of humor and knowledge, giving his time and
expertise 
freely on yet another friend's project. I will most certainly miss
him. 


Frank introduced me to this community upon buying one of the many
Spridgets he 
put back on the road over the years. Since then, I have spent
quite a few 
weekends and afternoons there in the garage having the time of my
life. 


Frank, you will be sorely missed. I am SO glad I had the privelege to
know you.

Jim, Have you spoken with Dianne?  

David Booker
Long Island
owner
of one of Frank's Midgets



________________________________
From: Jim
Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>; Yahoo
Spridget list 
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Mon, April 11, 2011
9:33:23 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears
in my eyes that I write this.  I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici. 
They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned
from the hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart
attack and passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral
plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim
Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI 
July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 12:47:07 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:47:07 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Devastated
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=pBKQfV1dHSmn9Ade+nrPXu=NLaw@mail.gmail.com>

I am devastated sitting here in front of my computer.  . actually in
tears.   I had never talked to him.  . but I felt I knew him in a sense from
emails and pictures.

No one could out give the guy.  . NO ONE.

I am feeling a lot of anger and emotion right now so I guess sending this
note off to the list is a bit cathartic in a sense.

Kirk

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 13:18:09 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:18:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Araingments
Message-ID: <26279B90-C21A-42EE-8B18-AA8E973F8C3B@gmail.com>

Hello All,

I just received this from Frankie Clarici. (Frank's Son)

Please pass it along to the other lists Frank was a member of.

Thanks,

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa



Kevin,

I wanted to let you know that my dads viewing is Friday night 6-9 at  
Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms river nj 08753

Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
woodland rd
Bayville Nj 08721

If you can pass this on to the oshit crew and spridget list and any  
other friends he has that I may not know.

Thanks
Frankie

Sent from my iPhone

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 13:33:10 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:33:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
Message-ID: <C402B34D-883F-46A4-9C3B-0FC43501E70F@gmail.com>

Hello All,

I just received this from Frankie Clarici. (Frank's Son)

Please pass it along to the other lists Frank was a member of.

Thanks,

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa



Kevin,

I wanted to let you know that my dads viewing is Friday night 6-9 at  
Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms river nj 08753

Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
woodland rd
Bayville Nj 08721

If you can pass this on to the oshit crew and spridget list and any  
other friends he has that I may not know.

Thanks
Frankie

Sent from my iPhone

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 13:35:57 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:35:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Franks Araingments
References: <87BC2F9E-ABC8-4059-8AB1-6035157906C9@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <098F1309-295A-4308-B5A1-D8BDE91F9D4D@mac.com>

Didn't see this show up from Kevin yet so I thought I would give it a go.

Larry


Begin forwarded message:

> 
>> From: Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>
>> Date: April 12, 2011 3:18:09 PM EDT
>> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: Franks Araingments
>> 
>> Hello All,
>> 
>> I just received this from Frankie Clarici. (Frank's Son)
>> 
>> Please pass it along to the other lists Frank was a member of.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Kevin Valentine
>> Tuscarora, Pa
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Kevin,
>> 
>> I wanted to let you know that my dads viewing is Friday night 6-9 at Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
>> 703 main street
>> Toms river nj 08753
>> 
>> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33 woodland rd
>> Bayville Nj 08721
>> 
>> If you can pass this on to the oshit crew and spridget list and any other friends he has that I may not know.
>> 
>> Thanks
>> Frankie
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
> 

-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

 I have great faith in fools - my friends call it self-confidence.
 - Edgar Allen Poe

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Apr 12 13:37:55 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:37:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and....*****
Message-ID: <4DA4AA13.80703@wi.net>

Most of us know how Frank felt about certain imports.  Most of knew he 
was smiling (mostly) when he would berate a certain product, sometimes a 
bit too much.
I received this today and immediately wondered what Frank's response 
would be.  I'll not find out....damn.

> Just passing this on
>
> *Below  is a picture (picture not included) of a CFL light bulb from 
> my bathroom.  I turned it on  the other day and then smelled smoke 
> after a few minutes.    Four inch flames were spewing out of the side 
> of the ballast  like a blow torch!  I immediately turned off the 
> lights.  But  I'm sure it would have caused a fire if I was not right 
> there.   Imagine if the kids had left the lights on as usual when they 
> were  not in the  room.
> I took the bulb to the Fire Department to  report the incident.  The 
> Fireman wasn't at all surprised and  said that it was not an uncommon 
> occurrence.   Apparently,   sometimes when the bulb burns out there is 
> a chance that the  ballast can start a fire.   He told me that the 
> Fire Marshall  had issued reports about the dangers of these bulbs.
>
> Upon  doing some Internet research, it seems that bulbs made by 
> "Globe" in  China seem to have the lion's share of problems.  Lots of 
> fires  have been blamed on misuse of CFL bulbs, like using them in 
> recessed  lighting, pot lights, dimmers or in track lighting.  Mine 
> was  installed in a normal light socket.
>
> I bought these at  Wal-Mart.  I will be removing all the Globe bulbs 
> from my house.   CFL bulbs are a great energy saver but make sure you 
> buy a name  brand like Sylvania , Phillips or GE and not the ones from 
> China   . *
>

-- 
Dave W.
"Be seeing you"...at the MG Midget 50th Anniversary
July 18-24, Elkhart Lake Wisconsin
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From nory1 at roadrunner.com  Tue Apr 12 14:01:32 2011
From: nory1 at roadrunner.com (nory1 at roadrunner.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:01:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
In-Reply-To: <C402B34D-883F-46A4-9C3B-0FC43501E70F@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>

Is there an address where we could send cards and condolences?


> 
> I wanted to let you know that my dads viewing is Friday night 6-9 at  
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms river nj 08753
> 
> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
> woodland rd
> Bayville Nj 08721
> 
> If you can pass this on to the oshit crew and spridget list and any  
> other friends he has that I may not know.
> 
> Thanks
> Frankie
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> _______________________________________________

From wsthompson at thicko.com  Tue Apr 12 14:04:31 2011
From: wsthompson at thicko.com (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:04:31 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and....*****
In-Reply-To: <4DA4AA13.80703@wi.net>
References: <4DA4AA13.80703@wi.net>
Message-ID: <00d001cbf94c$d7ec7620$87c56260$@com>

It's gonna suck if Frank knock's on heaven's door and finds out God is
Chinese.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 2:38 PM
To: SPRIDGETS
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and....*****

Most of us know how Frank felt about certain imports.  Most of knew he 
was smiling (mostly) when he would berate a certain product, sometimes a 
bit too much.
I received this today and immediately wondered what Frank's response 
would be.  I'll not find out....damn.

> Just passing this on
>
> *Below  is a picture (picture not included) of a CFL light bulb from 
> my bathroom.  I turned it on  the other day and then smelled smoke 
> after a few minutes.    Four inch flames were spewing out of the side 
> of the ballast  like a blow torch!  I immediately turned off the 
> lights.  But  I'm sure it would have caused a fire if I was not right 
> there.   Imagine if the kids had left the lights on as usual when they 
> were  not in the  room.
> I took the bulb to the Fire Department to  report the incident.  The 
> Fireman wasn't at all surprised and  said that it was not an uncommon 
> occurrence.   Apparently,   sometimes when the bulb burns out there is 
> a chance that the  ballast can start a fire.   He told me that the 
> Fire Marshall  had issued reports about the dangers of these bulbs.
>
> Upon  doing some Internet research, it seems that bulbs made by 
> "Globe" in  China seem to have the lion's share of problems.  Lots of 
> fires  have been blamed on misuse of CFL bulbs, like using them in 
> recessed  lighting, pot lights, dimmers or in track lighting.  Mine 
> was  installed in a normal light socket.
>
> I bought these at  Wal-Mart.  I will be removing all the Globe bulbs 
> from my house.   CFL bulbs are a great energy saver but make sure you 
> buy a name  brand like Sylvania , Phillips or GE and not the ones from 
> China   . *
>

-- 
Dave W.

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Tue Apr 12 14:05:17 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:05:17 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
Message-ID: <783bf.3ec42cc3.3ad60a7d@aol.com>

I  first met Frank at Sprite Rush 98 (in 1998) and he was one of the guys I
kept in  touch with afterwards.  While it  wasnbt Frank who told me I had
to get on the internet, it was Frank who told me  about the Spridgets list
and managed to put me straight when my e-competence let  me down!  We kept in
touch and at  Sprite Spree 2003 Frank lent me his Austin A40 to save me the
cost of a hire car  and to enable me to enjoy driving a classic.  Hebd have
lent me his Sprite only there  wasnbt room for my wife and 2 children in it!
 It was my pleasure to track down a  couple of parts for the A40 and post
them to him and at one point I even posted  him a half shaft for it as well
if not a pair of them.  Frank in return sent me parts that were  hard to find
over here.  In 2007  Frank managed the trip across bthe pondb and I think
this was largely due to  Busterbs strong encouragement.  He  had a great
time and even before he arrived at my town hebd experienced some  unexpected
excitement which he took in his stride.  I was pleased that he got to see a
whole  bunch of stuff over here including Stonehenge, and not just cars.  In
2008 I went to the Sprite Jubilee and  I was pleased that Frankbs car was
awarded the best modified car at the show.  I got to drive that Sprite in 2008
(I left the family at home so I could spend more time with the guys) which
was a  real treat for me even though I hoped I wouldnbt break or damage it.
At the Sprite Jubilee I think Frank also  ought to have won the driving
Gymkhana despite having me as a pretty average  passenger which was a big
handicap for him.  However, for some reason we didnbt get a  time recorded
but
Frank was really relaxed about it and didnbt seem to  mind.  You see Frank
wasn
bt just an  incredibly talented mechanic/car body repair/paint
sprayer/restorer he was also  a very capable and quick driver as well but win
or lose or
no time recorded , he  was always in good humour.  Nothing  was too much
trouble for Frank and he once collected an engine for me, stripped  it down
and then made a crate to ship the crank and rods to California for  machining
which in turn was used to ship the crank and rods back to me.   So what more
can I say, what a sad loss  it is to lose Frank, who was by no means the
oldest of us and certainly one of  the nicest, guys, anyone could ever hope to
meet.

Weslake-Monza 1330

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 14:21:53 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:21:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
In-Reply-To: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
References: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
Message-ID: <320B65FD-4420-430F-A786-C3D1D47859E4@gmail.com>

I just checked with Frankie, the address is;

The Clarici Family
631 Parkside Ave
Toms River,  NJ 08753

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa



On Apr 12, 2011, at 4:01 PM, <nory1 at roadrunner.com>  
<nory1 at roadrunner.com> wrote:

> Is there an address where we could send cards and condolences?

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 14:44:12 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:44:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
In-Reply-To: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
References: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
Message-ID: <4DA4B99C.9020802@justbrits.com>

Nory, etal;

ALL info to date [within past 1/2 hour] may be found at:

www.justbrits.com

[ it is NOT my 'home' page, it's Frank's <sigh>]

Ed

From kgrowler at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 14:58:27 2011
From: kgrowler at gmail.com (Kim Tonry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:58:27 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=jzaU6_yON_ZOzV6VKW5Ra5Lud_g@mail.gmail.com>

I pulled out my copy of "Original Sprite & Midget" today to verify some info
to pass along to a friend in my local club who's helping a young lady with a
'72 Midget. I flipped by page 86 and looked at the MK IV Sprite with both
high and low indicator fenders and laughed. I'm pretty sure Frank was the
first one that caught that that I know of. I think memories like that are
going to be surfacing for a long long time.

R.I.P. and Thank You Frank

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 15:06:24 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:06:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
In-Reply-To: <320B65FD-4420-430F-A786-C3D1D47859E4@gmail.com>
References: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
	<320B65FD-4420-430F-A786-C3D1D47859E4@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA4BED0.8040100@justbrits.com>

Web site IS updated with the info.

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 15:07:43 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:07:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] More Frank Clarici
Message-ID: <016277CD-FBFE-45CF-9AB3-DBE7B06AC7C1@gmail.com>

Hey All,

I just spoke with young Frankie Clarici. He asked me to forward his  
email address to the group.   clarici at verizon.net

Anyone who wants to send him a note, short story or whatever  
concerning his father please do so.  Frankie will be making up a  
scrapbook (or something similar) from these emails as a keepsake for  
his family.

Thanks All,

Kevin V.
Tuscarora, Pa

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 15:12:45 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:12:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
Message-ID: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>

Hey All,

Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;

Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms River NJ 08753

Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this  
evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before  
sending flowers tonight.

Thanks!

Kevin V.

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Tue Apr 12 15:26:59 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:26:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>

Alan and Daniel have both mentioned Buster.  I know Buster hasn't been on 
the list for some time, but I don't know if he is monitoring it.  He and 
Frank were friends, so I think it may be a good idea if somebody clued 
Buster in to what has happened.  I'd do it, but I don't seem to have his 
email address any longer.  Can somebody take care of that?

Mike Rambour also mentioned that it may be a good idea to toast a round of 
Frank's favorite beverage at the 50th.  Frank and I had been talking over 
the last many months about the possibility of my buying his "Budget Midget". 
While talking to him about that, one of the things he mentioned was his love 
for Wisconsin brats and cheese.  He was really looking forward to having 
some brats and cheese at the 50th.  Maybe we can do a good old Wisconsin 
Brat Fry in honor of Frank and Paul A. at the 50th?

For those who haven't had the pleasure of meeting Frank, he really was even 
better in person.  I recall a smile and a laugh that never seemed to leave. 
Quite a guy!  He will be missed along with Paul A.  Two highly esteemed 
members of this list gone in a matter of months.  This can stop now!

RIP.

LAD

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Tue Apr 12 15:44:48 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:44:48 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <292229277.1556237.1302644688171.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

What flowers are native to China? If we send him a big bunch of those, he'd jump right out of his coffin & we'd get him back.

Kate

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin Valentine" <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 4:12:45 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank

Hey All,

Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;

Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms River NJ 08753

Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this  
evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before  
sending flowers tonight.

Thanks!

Kevin V.
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 dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Apr 12 16:13:19 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:13:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <292229277.1556237.1302644688171.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <292229277.1556237.1302644688171.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4DA4CE7F.6090602@wi.net>

No, no Kate.  Frank's got a 948 and a Derrington steering wheel lined up 
for the casket.  Send him some Taco wrappers.
Sorry if this offends, it's the way I deal with things like this....damn.

Dave W.
"Be seeing you"...at the MG Midget 50th Anniversary
July 18-24, Elkhart Lake Wisconsin
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org


On 4/12/2011 4:44 PM, kgb at frontiernet.net wrote:
> What flowers are native to China? If we send him a big bunch of those, he'd jump right out of his coffin&  we'd get him back.
>
> Kate
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Kevin Valentine"<kevinv1275 at gmail.com>
> To: "Spridgets"<spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 4:12:45 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
>
> Hey All,
>
> Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;
>
> Anderson&  Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms River NJ 08753
>
> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this
> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
> sending flowers tonight.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin V.
> 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
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>
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From Ron.Corry at iol.ie  Tue Apr 12 16:13:54 2011
From: Ron.Corry at iol.ie (Ron Corry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:13:54 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets]  Sad News... Frank Clarici RIP
In-Reply-To: <4DA45F82.5000707@wi.net>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
	<4DA45F82.5000707@wi.net>
Message-ID: <7.0.1.0.2.20110412224514.059e5ed8@iol.ie>

Fellow Spridgeters,

I feel as if a huge chunk has fallen out of my life. I'm so close to 
tears I can't talk.

I met Frank and his lovely family a number of years ago at their home. Frank
showed my all over his wonderful garage; the signatures on the inner wings of
his Spridget, etc., etc.

He threw the keys of the A40 to my son, Mark, and told him to take it 
for a drive.
I don't think Mark had ever driven before ! Didn't stop Frank 
insisting that he go off
for a drive.

Since August 2004 (when I changed computers), Frank posted over 4,250 times to
the List; most posts had humour and solid information combined. He was always
there to help others. He was one of the very best guys ever.

My heart goes out to Diane and the kids. If we feel the loss of this 
man so much,
how much more intense their pain must be. I pray that Fr. Jack will be able to
help them in their grief.

May Frank's gentle soul rest in peace.

Ron Corry
Ireland
"Oggibip" '59 AN5 + Paul's 5-speed

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 16:24:59 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:24:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA4D13B.8000502@justbrits.com>

/2J6DjK: Permission denied

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 16:25:11 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:25:11 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>

Hi all,

You all must realize how fond and proud of Frankie III Frank was. The poor
little boy will have to grow up with out his grandfather.  I was talking with
Kevin earlier today and we were discussing some of the questions we have
gotten through the day about flowers and memorial funds. Some of you may know
that Frank thought flowers were a waste. He has been known to send food to the
family after someone's passing. Any way, to get to the point.

Kevin and I feel that if you want to do something other than flowers you may
want to help little Frankie later in his life. I would suggest that you stick
an envelope in a card and write on the envelope "Frank Clarici III Education
Fund". Stick some cash or a check made out to Frank Clarici in the envelope.
Then send it off to the Clarici homestead. Frankie can stick the funds in a
bank account or some bonds or a CD or something.

Frankie can grow up knowing that his gramps made a big enough impact on others
life's that his future will be helped along.

The address again:
631 Parkside Ave
Toms Riverb NJb 08753

Or you can send to me or Kevin if that makes you more comfortable.  I can also
take PayPal at this email addy.

If you want to send flowers, please send to the funeral home.

Sadly,

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 12, 2011, at 5:12 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey All,
>
> Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;
>
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms River NJ 08753
>
> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this
> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
> sending flowers tonight.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin V.
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 16:32:26 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:32:26 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and....*****
In-Reply-To: <00d001cbf94c$d7ec7620$87c56260$@com>
References: <4DA4AA13.80703@wi.net>
  <00d001cbf94c$d7ec7620$87c56260$@com>
Message-ID: <22950.67706.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thank you for the laugh. I've really been needing one for a few hours now.
 - David


________________________________
From: Wm. Severin Thompson
wsthompson at thicko.com

It's gonna suck if Frank knock's on heaven's door and
finds out God is
Chinese.

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 16:39:16 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:39:16 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
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Kate,

A big bunch of Chrysanthemum could do it. 

I will miss his ranting about China.

Steve
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

-----Original Message-----
From: kgb at frontiernet.net
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:44:48 
Cc: Spridgets<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank

What flowers are native to China? If we send him a big bunch of those, he'd jump right out of his coffin & we'd get him back.

Kate

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin Valentine" <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 4:12:45 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank

Hey All,

Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;

Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms River NJ 08753

Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this  
evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before  
sending flowers tonight.

Thanks!

Kevin V.
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From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 16:55:44 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:55:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <4DA4D13B.8000502@justbrits.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<4DA4D13B.8000502@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <4DA4D870.3070808@justbrits.com>

Sorry, accidentally let go a html <F> !

Flower info on site, Kev.

Ed

From Miniac7 at aol.com  Tue Apr 12 17:10:13 2011
From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:10:13 EDT
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Questions
Message-ID: <3588f.64c088f8.3ad635d5@aol.com>

Can anyone on the list tell me how old our dear friend was, and whether or  
not he had any warning signs of heart trouble?
 
Thank you,
Howard

From pythias at pacifier.com  Tue Apr 12 18:07:58 2011
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:07:58 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
Message-ID: <504578077.20110412170758@pacifier.com>

Hello Spridgets,

  I've been trying to get the FILL plug out of the side of my DATSUN
  tranny. I haven't tried the drain plug yet. Anyway, it's in so tight
  I can't budge it. I tried a 9/16" end wrench to no avail, then a 12"
  crescent, then I banged lightly with a hammer on the end of the
  crescent. .. Is the fill plug left hand thread? How much pressure
  should I be willing to put on the thing?  What size 12 point socket
  fits a 14 mm square? Could it be galled up? 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                          mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403  "the red thing"
 
   When tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the Fire Department usually uses water.

From jessmd1 at comcast.net  Tue Apr 12 18:35:08 2011
From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:35:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fluids
Message-ID: <477D9895-D547-42E5-B70D-610BFDEF98E7@comcast.net>

Ok I have a 1959 bugeye with rebuilt engine and tranny.It is a 1275cc.  
What motor oil? What transmission fluid? What brake and clutch  
fluid(separate master cylinders)?Thanks

From rdgard at cox.net  Tue Apr 12 18:52:13 2011
From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:52:13 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets Digest, Vol 47, Issue 21
In-Reply-To: <mailman.4907.1302575222.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.4907.1302575222.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <C34F07B4358847DCB0C028E2A9BF3D5E@OfficePC>

I know many of you have the DVD from the Buster Cluster and there is a good
    and funny sequence in there with Frank and a Dead Cat, clowning around.

    If anyone out there knows how to take that clip and YouTube it or
somehow put
    it out to these lists for people to see, you have my permission to do
that.

    I am sure that many people who only have met him on e mail would love to
see
    him having so much fun.

    Surprisingly enough, I don't know how to do that.

    I will e mail Buster right now, but I am sure that he must know.
    All the best.

 
    
    Bob in San Diego
    

Robert D. Gardner
 
Gardner Productions LLC
Film and Video Production since 1978
619-460-1000
www.gardnerproductions.com
 

 
*****************************************

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Tue Apr 12 18:52:51 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:52:51 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <504578077.20110412170758@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Bill,

Normal thread..
Have you tried
1) PBlaster or Kroil?
or
2) Heating the area with a 100W lamp?
or
3)  Freezing the plug with dry ice?


--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill L" <pythias at pacifier.com>
 Is the fill plug left hand thread? How much pressure
  should I be willing to put on the thing?  What size 12 point socket
  fits a 14 mm square? Could it be galled up? 

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Tue Apr 12 19:02:50 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:02:50 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <504578077.20110412170758@pacifier.com>
References: <504578077.20110412170758@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <F10B5667F490432289B7A11A9324CC58@spider>

It is not a left-hand thread. You were wise to get the top loose before
draining the fluid. I would have been stuck with an empty tranny and no way
to fill it. It is possible to have steel 'glue' itself to aluminum; galvanic
action. 

I have a 14mm Datsun fill plug here in front of me. 12-point 5/8 is too
small; 11/16 is too large.

I'd try the largest pair of vise-grips I could find. Maybe try some heat on
it first. ...bill in corvallis

 

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

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bill L
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 5:08 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions

 

Hello Spridgets,

 

  I've been trying to get the FILL plug out of the side of my DATSUN

  tranny. I haven't tried the drain plug yet. Anyway, it's in so tight

  I can't budge it. I tried a 9/16" end wrench to no avail, then a 12"

  crescent, then I banged lightly with a hammer on the end of the

  crescent. .. Is the fill plug left hand thread? How much pressure

  should I be willing to put on the thing?  What size 12 point socket

  fits a 14 mm square? Could it be galled up? 

 

-- 

Best regards,

 Bill L.                          mailto:pythias at pacifier.com

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Tue Apr 12 19:06:04 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:06:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
References: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
	<F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
Message-ID: <1C8277C11AD54711BB22E3335C22D76D@blackbox2>

I think this picture says it all.
http://picasaweb.google.com/R.A.Valentine/HolySprite#5267230914275623426


I've known Frank from the time this picture was taken
http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/30th_versary/30thAnniversary.htm
Can you spot Frank in that picture?

I am so sad right now, but I am glad I had the opportunity to go visit Frank
last September, to meet Father Jack and the Holy Sprite, to see Frank's work
shop, the bikes, the cars he was working on, and to talk about so many
things.  Looking back at it now, it seems a surreal farewell unknown to me
at that time.

From bkitterer at me.com  Tue Apr 12 19:18:45 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:18:45 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
References: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
	<F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
Message-ID: <9D923D13-A5E0-4B4A-B804-3FB4A14B7FE8@me.com>

I just sent Buster a note.  He did not answer either of the phone numbers that I have in my book.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage

On Apr 12, 2011, at 2:26 PM, Larry Daniels wrote:

> Alan and Daniel have both mentioned Buster.  I know Buster hasn't been on 
> the list for some time, but I don't know if he is monitoring it.  He and 
> Frank were friends, so I think it may be a good idea if somebody clued 
> Buster in to what has happened.  I'd do it, but I don't seem to have his 
> email address any longer.  Can somebody take care of that?
> 
> Mike Rambour also mentioned that it may be a good idea to toast a round of 
> Frank's favorite beverage at the 50th.  Frank and I had been talking over 
> the last many months about the possibility of my buying his "Budget Midget". 
> While talking to him about that, one of the things he mentioned was his love 
> for Wisconsin brats and cheese.  He was really looking forward to having 
> some brats and cheese at the 50th.  Maybe we can do a good old Wisconsin 
> Brat Fry in honor of Frank and Paul A. at the 50th?
> 
> For those who haven't had the pleasure of meeting Frank, he really was even 
> better in person.  I recall a smile and a laugh that never seemed to leave. 
> Quite a guy!  He will be missed along with Paul A.  Two highly esteemed 
> members of this list gone in a matter of months.  This can stop now!
> 
> RIP.
> 
> LAD
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From pythias at pacifier.com  Tue Apr 12 19:21:12 2011
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:21:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Fluids
In-Reply-To: <477D9895-D547-42E5-B70D-610BFDEF98E7@comcast.net>
References: <477D9895-D547-42E5-B70D-610BFDEF98E7@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1915963277.20110412182112@pacifier.com>

Hello Jess,

     20w/50 in both... preferably something with enough ZDDP, such as
     Valvoline VR1. ..

     Dot 4 for hydraulics

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  My Hard Disk went on a diet and lost it's FAT 

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 19:29:32 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:29:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>

<< Normal thread..
Have you tried
1) PBlaster or Kroil? >>

OR [and BETTER yet] "Busty", Dave ???

<< or
2) Heating the area with a 100W lamp?
or
3)  Freezing the plug with dry ice? >>

Another thing to try AFTER "foaming on" whatever penetrating fluid
is put the 9/16" Open End Wrench BACK on the plug and with a
RUBBER BFH, knock it TIGHTER.  
Then RE-APPLY "foamed on penetrate" and let sit for a couple brews 
or so;  9"16" Open End Wrench BACK on the plug and with a RUBBER 
BFH, knock it UN-tight & re-foam.  Repeat alternating steps until the
"damned thing starts to turn" !!

You WILL 'win' !

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:			www.justbrits.com
[ it IS Frank's, NOT mine]

From pvanwig at me.com  Tue Apr 12 19:35:01 2011
From: pvanwig at me.com (Paul Van Wig)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:35:01 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
References: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
	<F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
Message-ID: <67D88B97-C268-4993-8854-04D4A6675F59@me.com>

I sent a email to Buster and will let him know if he responds.

Sent from my iPhone
So forgive the spelling (tiny buttons)

On Apr 12, 2011, at 2:26 PM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Alan and Daniel have both mentioned Buster.  I know Buster hasn't been on 
> the list for some time, but I don't know if he is monitoring it.  He and 
> Frank were friends, so I think it may be a good idea if somebody clued 
> Buster in to what has happened.  I'd do it, but I don't seem to have his 
> email address any longer.  Can somebody take care of that?
> 
> Mike Rambour also mentioned that it may be a good idea to toast a round of 
> Frank's favorite beverage at the 50th.  Frank and I had been talking over 
> the last many months about the possibility of my buying his "Budget Midget". 
> While talking to him about that, one of the things he mentioned was his love 
> for Wisconsin brats and cheese.  He was really looking forward to having 
> some brats and cheese at the 50th.  Maybe we can do a good old Wisconsin 
> Brat Fry in honor of Frank and Paul A. at the 50th?
> 
> For those who haven't had the pleasure of meeting Frank, he really was even 
> better in person.  I recall a smile and a laugh that never seemed to leave. 
> Quite a guy!  He will be missed along with Paul A.  Two highly esteemed 
> members of this list gone in a matter of months.  This can stop now!
> 
> RIP.
> 
> LAD
> _______________________________________________
> 
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From george.brokaw at cox.net  Tue Apr 12 20:03:10 2011
From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:03:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Date for the Wake/visitation???
In-Reply-To: <4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <0ffc01cbf97e$f072c500$d1584f00$@brokaw@cox.net>

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:			www.justbrits.com
[ it IS Frank's, NOT mine]
_______________________________________________


I see one problem on the site (and some of the emails).

[quote]Wake/visitation Friday, April 14.[/quote]

Either it is Friday (15 April) or Thursday, 14 April...

From pythias at pacifier.com  Tue Apr 12 20:10:40 2011
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:10:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <613595709.20110412191040@pacifier.com>

Hello Shop,

     I'm soaking it with AeroKroil right now, as per suggestions..
     I've only been tap tap tapping with the hammer on a 12" crescent,
     but I've found my old leather hammer and can give the wrenches
     some good WHACKS now... I'll spray it again before I go to bed
     and again in the morning, then try when I get home from work...

     by the way.. I've picked up some Royal Purple GL 4/5  ... is
     RedLine MTL 90 significantly better? 

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  I'm losing my thought of train.... 

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 20:12:44 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:12:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
Message-ID: <932057.46855.qm@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

That's an excellent suggestion Larry. As I've been reading all the posts
tonight, I was thinking that Frank really would not like us wasting money on
flowers, but I did not think about little Frankie as an alternative choice. I
personally think Frank would applaud this suggestion. 


Thanks for planting
the seed. Count me in. 

See you Friday night - wish it was for a different
reason.

 - David




________________________________
From: Macy Larry
<lmacy at mac.com>
To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tue, April
12, 2011 6:25:11 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank

Hi all,

You
all must realize how fond and proud of Frankie III Frank was. The poor
little
boy will have to grow up with out his grandfather.  I was talking with
Kevin
earlier today and we were discussing some of the questions we have
gotten
through the day about flowers and memorial funds. Some of you may know
that
Frank thought flowers were a waste. He has been known to send food to the
family after someone's passing. Any way, to get to the point.

Kevin and I
feel that if you want to do something other than flowers you may
want to help
little Frankie later in his life. I would suggest that you stick
an envelope
in a card and write on the envelope "Frank Clarici III Education
Fund". Stick
some cash or a check made out to Frank Clarici in the envelope.
Then send it
off to the Clarici homestead. Frankie can stick the funds in a
bank account or
some bonds or a CD or something.

Frankie can grow up knowing that his gramps
made a big enough impact on others
life's that his future will be helped
along.

The address again:
631 Parkside Ave
Toms Riverb NJb 08753

Or you can
send to me or Kevin if that makes you more comfortable.  I can also
take
PayPal at this email addy.

If you want to send flowers, please send to the
funeral home.

Sadly,

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days,
you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my
Magical iPad

On Apr 12, 2011, at 5:12 PM, Kevin Valentine
<kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey All,
>
> Flowers should be sent to the
Funeral Home;
>
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms
River NJ 08753
>
> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers
this
> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
>
sending flowers tonight.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin V.
>
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 20:14:41 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:14:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <1C8277C11AD54711BB22E3335C22D76D@blackbox2>
References: <BANLkTint14AdLdme2nkdRAdOfMa2LMNC0A@mail.gmail.com>
	<F051658D8FDD452BA1CB5E864443822D@HomePC>
	<1C8277C11AD54711BB22E3335C22D76D@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=VXLkwtN2e4WKvgnqi45BtwXpnWw@mail.gmail.com>

That photo brought tears to my eyes, again.

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 8:06 PM, Dean Hedin <dlh2001 at comcast.net> wrote:
> I think this picture says it all.
> http://picasaweb.google.com/R.A.Valentine/HolySprite#5267230914275623426

From gmuttart at eastlink.ca  Tue Apr 12 20:19:36 2011
From: gmuttart at eastlink.ca (Geoff Muttart)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:19:36 -0300
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)
In-Reply-To: <320B65FD-4420-430F-A786-C3D1D47859E4@gmail.com>
References: <20110412200132.YU874.120346.root@hrndva-web13-z01>
	<320B65FD-4420-430F-A786-C3D1D47859E4@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <6CB797655C314F34AE526D2133841B78@FAMILY>

On the funeral home's website, there's a "Guest Book" for those who are
interested.

http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Francis-Cl
arici&lc=4089&pid=150234027&mid=4632506&locale=en-US

Geoff Muttart

-----Original Message-----
From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com] 
Sent: April 12, 2011 5:22 PM
To: nory1 at roadrunner.comnory1@roadrunner.com
Cc: Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Frank's Araingments (resend)

I just checked with Frankie, the address is;

The Clarici Family
631 Parkside Ave
Toms River,  NJ 08753

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa



On Apr 12, 2011, at 4:01 PM, <nory1 at roadrunner.com>  
<nory1 at roadrunner.com> wrote:

> Is there an address where we could send cards and condolences?

From eric.t.cartman at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 20:20:26 2011
From: eric.t.cartman at gmail.com (Greg Gowins)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:20:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's obit and guest book
Message-ID: <BANLkTimidOQe2hKN6UdjJSPYb4knd9J+mQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hello fellow listers,

Frank's obituary and guest book are now online at the following link:
http://tinyurl.com/3au53wv

Greg Gowins
Driftwood, TX

From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Tue Apr 12 20:36:34 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:36:34 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd:  Friends made through Sprite
References: <4A46BF75.3080805@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1605BC31-F2E6-4468-906B-F6D77A27C42C@comcast.net>

I was going through some old emails and ran across this.  I thought it would
be fitting to repost in honor of Frank.


Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget



Begin forwarded message:

> I was just thinking about all the friends I have made thanks to these dumb
little cars over the years.
> When I was 17 back in 1972, I pulled into a 7-11 next to a yellow Sprite, I
had a green Sprite, I met Elliott, he was older than me, married with 3 kids
and a house.
> He introduced me to Frank Russo, again, even older than Elliott with a
couple of kids. Frank had a Sprite, a white 66.
> So here we are, with a 66, a 67, and a 68 Sprite all hanging out and trading
storys and parts back in 1972.
> I watched Elliott's 3 kids grow up, his youngest is now forty something, his
grand kids are getting married, and I went to his wife's funeral.
> We are still friends, he stops over every couple of weeks.
> Frank, who has a couple of Sprites and a 59 Bentley along with a 60 Princess
limo, was the limo driver for my son when he got married.
> All of the wedding party drove Sprites that day while the bride and groom
rode in a Bentley driven by my friend Frank, another Sprite owner.
> Today I am working on his Midget project, it needed some fender work and a
new paint job.
> Then came Rick Moses and the Sprite meets where I met a bunch more people
with the same love of some dumb little cars.
> Rick from PA, Alan and Joe from Rhode Island, Steve from Mass, and a few
others from Maryland, Virgina, PA, and Ohio.
> We often called each other and talked for hours in the days before the
internet and Email.
> And then came the internet where I met people from Wisconsin, Illinois,
California, Florida, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, and a few other states.
> And I am in constant touch with all of them and have traveled to many states
to visit with them as they have traveled to NJ to see me.
> So today Elliott and Frank stopped by and those 2 have not seen each other
in some time, all 3 of us a bit older then we were in 72 but all with the same
story.
> Elliott sold his Sprite to my wife's girlfriend, Frank and I still have
Sprites all these years later and Elliott is going to start looking for
another as he always said he missed that car.
>
> We were not college room mates, nor army buddies, we were just a couple of
people in town with dumb little cars and a life long relationship thanks to
those cars.
> Do you think a couple of guys parking next to each other in Camrys will be
hanging out 40 years later?
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> My own Fleet of Sprites

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 20:36:52 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:36:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Date for the Wake/visitation???
In-Reply-To: <0ffc01cbf97e$f072c500$d1584f00$@brokaw@cox.net>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
	<0ffc01cbf97e$f072c500$d1584f00$@brokaw@cox.net>
Message-ID: <4DA50C44.5030305@justbrits.com>

<< ...it is Friday (15 April)  >>

Fixed, Paul.

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:               www.justbrits.com

From soavero at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 20:43:45 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:43:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
In-Reply-To: <9D923D13-A5E0-4B4A-B804-3FB4A14B7FE8@me.com>
Message-ID: <905472.72884.qm@web30503.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I talked to Buster tonight. Diane called him last night, he is planning to try
to get to NJ.

--- On Tue, 4/12/11, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

>
From: Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sad News
>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2011,
8:18 PM
> I just sent Buster a note.  He
> did not answer either of the phone
numbers that I have in my
> book.
> 
> Bob Kitterer
> 
> 1960 Austin Healey
Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III
(Trevor) - still in boxes
> - in storage
> 
> On Apr 12, 2011, at 2:26 PM,
Larry Daniels wrote:
> 
> > Alan and Daniel have both mentioned Buster.  I
>
know Buster hasn't been on 
> > the list for some time, but I don't know if he
is
> monitoring it.  He and 
> > Frank were friends, so I think it may be a
good idea
> if somebody clued 
> > Buster in to what has happened.  I'd do it,
but I
> don't seem to have his 
> > email address any longer.  Can somebody
take care
> of that?
> > 
> > Mike Rambour also mentioned that it may be a
good idea
> to toast a round of 
> > Frank's favorite beverage at the 50th. 
Frank and
> I had been talking over 
> > the last many months about the
possibility of my
> buying his "Budget Midget". 
> > While talking to him
about that, one of the things he
> mentioned was his love 
> > for Wisconsin
brats and cheese.  He was really
> looking forward to having 
> > some brats
and cheese at the 50th.  Maybe we can
> do a good old Wisconsin 
> > Brat Fry
in honor of Frank and Paul A. at the 50th?
> > 
> > For those who haven't had
the pleasure of meeting
> Frank, he really was even 
> > better in person.  I
recall a smile and a laugh
> that never seemed to leave. 
> > Quite a guy!  He
will be missed along with Paul
> A.  Two highly esteemed 
> > members of this
list gone in a matter of months. 
> This can stop now!
> > 
> > RIP.
> > 
> >
LAD
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From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 20:45:06 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:45:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
Message-ID: <9715A4FA-1D19-4D1A-A3F6-90A427E455D7@mac.com>

Hey all,

Please change that to Frank Clarici V for the education fund.

LaRRY

On Apr 12, 2011, at 6:25 PM, Macy Larry wrote:

> Hi all,
> 
> You all must realize how fond and proud of Frankie III Frank was. The poor
> little boy will have to grow up with out his grandfather.  I was talking with
> Kevin earlier today and we were discussing some of the questions we have
> gotten through the day about flowers and memorial funds. Some of you may know
> that Frank thought flowers were a waste. He has been known to send food to the
> family after someone's passing. Any way, to get to the point.
> 
> Kevin and I feel that if you want to do something other than flowers you may
> want to help little Frankie later in his life. I would suggest that you stick
> an envelope in a card and write on the envelope "Frank Clarici III Education
> Fund". Stick some cash or a check made out to Frank Clarici in the envelope.
> Then send it off to the Clarici homestead. Frankie can stick the funds in a
> bank account or some bonds or a CD or something.
> 
> Frankie can grow up knowing that his gramps made a big enough impact on others
> life's that his future will be helped along.
> 
> The address again:
> 631 Parkside Ave
> Toms Riverb NJb 08753
> 
> Or you can send to me or Kevin if that makes you more comfortable.  I can also
> take PayPal at this email addy.
> 
> If you want to send flowers, please send to the funeral home.
> 
> Sadly,
> 
> Larry
> 
> --
> 
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> 
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.
> 
> Sent from my Magical iPad
> 
> On Apr 12, 2011, at 5:12 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Hey All,
>> 
>> Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;
>> 
>> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
>> 703 main street
>> Toms River NJ 08753
>> 
>> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this
>> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
>> sending flowers tonight.
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
>> Kevin V.
>> _______________________________________________
>> 
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-- 
Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 10 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

In a world without walls or fences, what use do we have for windows or 
gates?

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 20:51:01 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:51:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Frank Clarici
References: <A981449F-B070-4A31-BDAD-6B2F413CF96D@phillymgclub.com>
Message-ID: <2667A754-EF86-429C-862C-5B4CC20E037D@mac.com>

I sent this to the MG list that MJB also hosts on team.net.  Thought I would
share.  Hope the part about the shed is accurate.

Larry

Begin forwarded message:

> From: Larry Macy <lmacy at phillymgclub.com>
> Date: April 12, 2011 6:05:51 PM EDT
> To: "mgs at autox.team.net" <mgs at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Frank Clarici
>
> I have not been active on this list for a while. Too many things in my life.
But I think it is important to notify the members of the MG list that a huge
supporter of Little British Cars has passed away.  I do not know how many of
you knew Frank, but he was huge in the Spridget world. He always had a helping
hand and together with me and a few other Spridgeteers created the OSHIT
group. OSHIT which stands for Organization of Spridget Handymen In Transit, is
a great example of Franks ability to inspire though his love of LBCs. We would
hear about someone that needed some help on their car and we would travel
around the NE US one weekends on our own dime to help that person get their
car running.  All we asked was food, beer and a place to throw a sleeping bag
if we went overnight, and we often did. Frank headed up this merry band of
trouble shooters and was always ready with a part or some advice on how to get
our Spridgets running. He usually asked nothing in return, or sometimes asked
that his favor be passed forward.
>
> He passed away yesterday of a heart attack doing something he loved. He had
recently begun restoring old bicycles.he had a 1928 Elgin and 1930 something
Schwinn.q he haas amassed about 6 he had in his garage. Being a carpenter (and
more) by trade he was building a shed to house those new found treasures.
>
> His loss is a great loss to all who knew him and the the whole of the world
of LBCs.
>
> Sadly,
> Larry
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked
car.
>
> Sent from my Magical iPad

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104


"I think the problem, to be quite honest with you, is that you've never
actually known what the question is." - Douglas Adams

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Tue Apr 12 20:55:07 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:55:07 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
Message-ID: <79CF6689E614469CA4FA5F9C1C0701A4@HomePC>

Larry, et al., there are some tax-advantaged ways of accomplishing this same 
goal, but cutting out Uncle Sam thus leaving a lot more money to Frankie III 
in the long run.  Before you put this plan in place, please consult with a 
local financial advisor.  It really can make a huge net difference.

LAD



-----Original Message----- 
From: Macy Larry
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 5:25 PM
To: Spridgets net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank

Hi all,

You all must realize how fond and proud of Frankie III Frank was. The poor
little boy will have to grow up with out his grandfather.  I was talking 
with
Kevin earlier today and we were discussing some of the questions we have
gotten through the day about flowers and memorial funds. Some of you may 
know
that Frank thought flowers were a waste. He has been known to send food to 
the
family after someone's passing. Any way, to get to the point.

Kevin and I feel that if you want to do something other than flowers you may
want to help little Frankie later in his life. I would suggest that you 
stick
an envelope in a card and write on the envelope "Frank Clarici III Education
Fund". Stick some cash or a check made out to Frank Clarici in the envelope.
Then send it off to the Clarici homestead. Frankie can stick the funds in a
bank account or some bonds or a CD or something.

Frankie can grow up knowing that his gramps made a big enough impact on 
others
life's that his future will be helped along.

The address again:
631 Parkside Ave
Toms Riverb NJb 08753

Or you can send to me or Kevin if that makes you more comfortable.  I can 
also
take PayPal at this email addy.

If you want to send flowers, please send to the funeral home.

Sadly,

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

On Apr 12, 2011, at 5:12 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey All,
>
> Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;
>
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms River NJ 08753
>
> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this
> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
> sending flowers tonight.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin V.
> _______________________________________________
>
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From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Apr 12 21:00:42 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:00:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <613595709.20110412191040@pacifier.com>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com>
	<613595709.20110412191040@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <4DA511DA.3030104@justbrits.com>

<< I'm soaking it with AeroKroil right now, as per suggestions... >>

Good, Bill.
 
<< I've only been tap tap tapping with the hammer on a 12" crescent, >>

NO, I repeat NO, Crescent wrenches !!!

<< but I've found my old leather hammer and can give the wrenches
     some good WHACKS now... >>

Make SURE, I repeat SURE, the wrenches are SOLIDLY, FIRMLY
and SQUARELY in the fastener !!!!!
 
<< I'll spray it again >>

"Spray" is NOT, nor would I ever" say/recommend it.  With your
forefinger on the nozzle, VERY gently [and I MEAN gently]
exert the minimum amount of finger-pressure you can.  This is NOT
the time to be "ham-fisted" <G> !!!!  But and with a bit of practice,
you WILL be able to make "foam" which IS what you want !!

"Foam" will "sit" on the areas and 'work', whereas "spray" just 
'forces' any of the penetrating product OFF/AWAY from the 
fastener.   Think of hosing OFF your driveway VS wetting it down 
in prep for a scrubbing it.

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:				www.justbrits.com
Currently, it is NOT my site; it IS Frank's !!!

PS:  And if necessary, go out and BUY a CORRECT MM wrench.
........You WILL need it again !!  LOL !

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 21:04:11 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:04:11 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
In-Reply-To: <79CF6689E614469CA4FA5F9C1C0701A4@HomePC>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
	<79CF6689E614469CA4FA5F9C1C0701A4@HomePC>
Message-ID: <41C67E73-FFC6-4304-AE05-F55248AE5BCE@mac.com>

THanks Larry,

I'll look into that tomorrow. Good point.

Larry

On Apr 12, 2011, at 10:55 PM, Larry Daniels wrote:

> Larry, et al., there are some tax-advantaged ways of accomplishing this same 
> goal, but cutting out Uncle Sam thus leaving a lot more money to Frankie III 
> in the long run.  Before you put this plan in place, please consult with a 
> local financial advisor.  It really can make a huge net difference.
> 
> LAD
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Macy Larry
> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 5:25 PM
> To: Spridgets net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flowers for Frank
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> You all must realize how fond and proud of Frankie III Frank was. The poor
> little boy will have to grow up with out his grandfather.  I was talking 
> with
> Kevin earlier today and we were discussing some of the questions we have
> gotten through the day about flowers and memorial funds. Some of you may 
> know
> that Frank thought flowers were a waste. He has been known to send food to 
> the
> family after someone's passing. Any way, to get to the point.
> 
> Kevin and I feel that if you want to do something other than flowers you may
> want to help little Frankie later in his life. I would suggest that you 
> stick
> an envelope in a card and write on the envelope "Frank Clarici III Education
> Fund". Stick some cash or a check made out to Frank Clarici in the envelope.
> Then send it off to the Clarici homestead. Frankie can stick the funds in a
> bank account or some bonds or a CD or something.
> 
> Frankie can grow up knowing that his gramps made a big enough impact on 
> others
> life's that his future will be helped along.
> 
> The address again:
> 631 Parkside Ave
> Toms Riverb NJb 08753
> 
> Or you can send to me or Kevin if that makes you more comfortable.  I can 
> also
> take PayPal at this email addy.
> 
> If you want to send flowers, please send to the funeral home.
> 
> Sadly,
> 
> Larry
> 
> --
> 
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> 
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.
> 
> Sent from my Magical iPad
> 
> On Apr 12, 2011, at 5:12 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Hey All,
>> 
>> Flowers should be sent to the Funeral Home;
>> 
>> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
>> 703 main street
>> Toms River NJ 08753
>> 
>> Larry Macy will be offering a suggestion in lieu of Flowers this
>> evening so those of you who may be interested, please wait before
>> sending flowers tonight.
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
>> Kevin V.
>> _______________________________________________
>> 
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 10 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

"I've had a perfectly wonderful evening.  But this  wasn't it" --- Groucho Marx

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 12 21:11:04 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:11:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Pics
Message-ID: <9E075BA3-6DAF-4746-80D9-1E53705F47A4@mac.com>

I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on Frank. Here is the result for all to see

http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255

There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to the gallery. 

If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as some others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of Frank in the sweatshirt Frankie gave him. 

Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a car, send them to Ed. 

Larry

-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what I
expect and want a computer to do.
Stewart Alsop
FORTUNE.com
Monday, June 25, 2001

From soavero at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 12 21:13:39 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:13:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Que Pasa
Message-ID: <821079.65536.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

This what makes me so sad. I loved these vignettes. His "Rotus" comment was when he named my Miata, japanese Lotus Elan. It was my license plate, currenty hanging in my shop.

--- On Tue, 5/1/01, Frank Clarici <spritenut at exit109.com> wrote:

> Soaveson
> 
> Whatcha up to?
> I landed a contract for decks on million dollar homes (new
> construction)
> Nice deal, $4.10 a square foot just for labor.
> I am making about $xxx a day. They love me, have lots of
> work but I have
> to finish up my local stuff too.
> These houses are monsters! 2 hours away from TR up in the
> western hills
> of joisey. 
> 
> The 69 is done except for I am waiting for the new top to
> get here and
> the seats are still at the upholsters. (Walt Downs, which
> BTW bought a
> Rotus like yours. He had a real Elan now he has a jap copy.
> He says it's
> more reliable. Fuck him too.
> 
> Britfest this weekend, Carlisle next weekend, Amy's blitz
> her Sprite the
> weekend after that. Kevin wants to come help strip the
> Sprite Alan
> bought but I have to pick up and strip untill he can get
> here.
> So for the next month, it's Sprites sprites, and more
> Sprites!
> Ahhh, summer time!
> I polished up the Bugeye, checked the oil, topped up the
> radiator so
> it's good to go for the season. I did spend a few hours
> buffing the alum
> slots, they look like chrome! No sense fussing over it,
> I'll fix it
> if/when it breaks.
> PIECES is in good shape except it died the other night. I
> had a faulty
> alternator conversion connection at the regualtor. I guess
> it just got
> coroded. I (finally) figured it out, undid it, and
> everything came on
> again. But damn, trying to find out why there was nothing.
> I took the
> ign switch out, jumped the wires, fucked with the solenoid,
> battery, alt
> connections, traced wires, almost ripped out the dash, then
> I thought
> for a minute, all power comes thru the dyked out regulator
> so I went
> there and couldn't find anything loose, just must have been
> dirty.
> All better now.
> 
> The racer goes in the garage (again) and I will do it for
> sure.
> No more projects! I just said no already. I am burnt out
> doing Sprites.
> 3 in a year among my 3 on the road cars kept me quite
> busy.
> I am out of parts. I am bumming gas tanks, Ebrake parts,
> door handles,
> and like that. What ever falls my way next will be parted.
> I need to
> replace my stash.
> 
> I inherited a Les Leston wood wheel from Walt, he just gave
> it to me.
> Nice guy huh. And I could sell it for more then he will
> charge me to
> redo the seats. He also handed me an oil/water dual gauge.
> It was taking
> up space in his basement. Now that he owns a rotus, what
> will he do with
> it?
> Hey I had one of those dual gauges in my 68 Ford drop top.
> I stuck one
> in the A40, the Mini, maybe next I'll stick one in the
> Beemer.
> 
> I took Scotty for a ride in his red 69. Now picture this,
> no seats, I
> sat on the floor. Bad tires like the outer tread is falling
> off,
> steering wheel just stuck on the column.
> Around the circles in my 'hood at speed and the wheel comes
> off in my
> hand! The thumping of the tires, no muffler just a straight
> pipe at the
> time, Scotty freaking out but loving it. What a ride!
> 
> later
> -- 
> 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Lots of Sprites
> http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 21:45:19 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:45:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Date for the Wake/visitation???
In-Reply-To: <4DA50C44.5030305@justbrits.com>
References: <926987690.30792.1302655971059.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<4DA4FC7C.4070106@justbrits.com> <4DA50C44.5030305@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim+xGQwVbP4StEJKBJYc1BBhMq60A@mail.gmail.com>

That is very sweet Ed.
Lin

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 10:36 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " <shop at justbrits.com
> wrote:

> << ...it is Friday (15 April)  >>
>
> Fixed, Paul.
>
>
> Ed
> Please visit Frank's site at:               www.justbrits.com
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Apr 12 22:03:00 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:03:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie Fund
In-Reply-To: <4DA51AFB.90001@verizon.net>
References: <C03B834A-4076-4396-A201-31D6E43FCD28@gmail.com>
	<FA698EC6-7BDF-4310-8DE3-3FBE0BE022A9@mac.com>
	<79CF6689E614469CA4FA5F9C1C0701A4@HomePC>
	<41C67E73-FFC6-4304-AE05-F55248AE5BCE@mac.com>
	<4DA51AFB.90001@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <223048.43005.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

??

 jay




________________________________
From: Charley Braum <cbaustin at verizon.net>
To: Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>; Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
Sent: Tue, April 12, 2011 11:39:39 PM
Subject: Frankie Fund

    Maybe Jay could help with that. Just a thought.

    Later,

                                                        CB

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 22:03:35 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:03:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
Message-ID: <BANLkTin+PfCsfPn2cUuLCUapE1JGuLXvHA@mail.gmail.com>

I just got back from our class trip at 11PM I wasn't going to go but the
kids needed a chaparone and I needed them. I still can't stop crying. Frank
was the first person I met in many years of LBS stagnation to make be come
out of my tool shed and feel like I could still turn another wrench or two
and buy another welder and have the confidence I once had to work on our
beloved LBC's. When I got to my car to go home and check the emails to feel
closer to him my 3rd transmission which was just rebuilt was not going into
reverse (94 Saturn). I am currently car-less and may need a ride to the wake
and funeral. If anyone is in the area of Little Silver and can pick me up I
would be grateful as it will take several days to repair the transmission. I
will also try and rent a car.

I am still crying as though I lost my brother, well he was a brother to us
all. I will try and get some sleep now and pray this was just a nightmare,
as I pray for his family.
Lin
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 22:07:28 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:07:28 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] My favorite photo of Frank
Message-ID: <BANLkTinxrJHMUoAG2x1ECe7o0w02NNzENw@mail.gmail.com>

http://picasaweb.google.com/R.A.Valentine/HolySprite#5267230914275623426

This has been my desktop for a while now.
Lin

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 22:36:38 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:36:38 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>

Bill,
I had to use a big crescent with a cheater pipe.
I wonder if the same guy tightened both of ours?

Rick

From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Apr 12 22:38:56 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:38:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
Message-ID: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

To everyone within driving distance....

The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)

So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving distance 
to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about on the 
internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.

Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your from 
attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.

This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're doing 
and just come.

Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms river nj 08753

Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
woodland rd
Bayville Nj 08721

 jay

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 23:34:25 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 01:34:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikUhdRkjkWuWRLa5Q=Ktw6K-=ZfnA@mail.gmail.com>

List,
My new posts aren't coming up on the list but I just got back from a class
trip tonight and my transmission blew again which was just rebuilt, they
probably used Chinese parts (wink for you dear Frank). I am trying to ether
borrow my brothers car or rent a car unless someone is coming from the north
and can pick me up. I am in Little Silver which is 30 minutes from Franks. I
will be attending both the wake and the funeral.

Also if anyone is coming from far I can accommodate 4 people in my small
house. Remember we should all be doing as Frank did and pay it forward.
Frank's generosity is how I will always remember him. It is hard to imagine
myself saying "how I will always remember him".

I was looking forward to Carlisle this year as I missed it last year due to
a school trip, so I purposely rescheduled our trip to be there and spend
time hunting with Frank through all the parts for sale as he taught me well
how to spot the good vs bad parts. I was so looking forward to spending good
LBC time with Frank as he was my mentor. We are all still in shock we are
all still crying.

Frank you and your family will always be in my prayers,
Lin
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"
**<http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&ei=BzSlTa2OBpOugQfQjZmNCg&ved=0CBkQBSgA&q=generosity&spell=1>

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 12:38 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> To everyone within driving distance....
>
> The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
>
> So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
> distance
> to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about on
> the
> internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
>
> Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your from
> attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.
>
> This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're
> doing
> and just come.
>
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms river nj 08753
>
> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
> woodland rd
> Bayville Nj 08721
>
>  jay
> _______________________________________________
>
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Wed Apr 13 06:58:37 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 05:58:37 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Pics
Message-ID: <1e2a01cbf9da$812a4950$0168010a@mail2world.com>

Here are a few pics of Frank when he was over for one of the first
OSHITs at my house in 2002. 
 
http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/shellstrip.html
 
-=Chris

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

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

 	  	 From: Macy Larry [lmacy at mac.com]
Sent: 4/12/2011 11:11:04 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Pics 

I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on
Frank. Here is the result for all to see 

http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255 

There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be
downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to
the gallery. 

If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to
the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as
some others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of
Frank in the sweatshirt Frankie gave him. 

Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central
Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a
car, send them to Ed. 

Larry 

-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. 
macy at upenn.edu 
Senior IT Program Director 
Neuropsychiatry Section 
Department of Psychiatry 
University of Pennsylvania 
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates 
Philadelphia, PA 19104 

The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what
I 
expect and want a computer to do. 
Stewart Alsop 
FORTUNE.com 
Monday, June 25, 2001 
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 07:02:35 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:02:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] MS
Message-ID: <BANLkTikaSd=u5dyamjxk=24iSF37hvbYwg@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I am not in the habit to solicit but being my father-in-law almost died this
week I will. Gene DeYonker  of Michigan has been an artist and auto designer
all his life. He has been in a wheel chair for 20 years with MS and
continues to paint daily. The complications of his illness has started to
effect his brain and for the first time we know he is in pain I suspect his
days to communicate with his family are numbered.

His daughter (my sister-in-law) has been selling his paintings for him on
her Etsy website. Starting now till May 14th 10% of all proceeds of the
sales of his paintings will be donated to the MS Society. His art work all
under $15. each can be found on her Etsy site below:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/EugenesWorld?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=PageTools&utm_campaign=Share


Linda

Life can truly be cruel but with the support of others we can dampen it's
painful pressure.

From montpaul at msn.com  Wed Apr 13 07:26:44 2011
From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 06:26:44 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikUhdRkjkWuWRLa5Q=Ktw6K-=ZfnA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>,
	<BANLkTikUhdRkjkWuWRLa5Q=Ktw6K-=ZfnA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <SNT128-W2171A14740437973849C8CD5AA0@phx.gbl>

Sometimes life is not fair. You on the East coast lost Frank, just a short
time after we on the West coast lost Paul A. I never met Frank but from what I
am seeing he was a real champion of our cause as well as a wonderful person.
We will miss both of them.

Paul Sherman

> Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 01:34:25 -0400
> From: grunthaner at gmail.com
> To: jfishbein at snet.net
> CC: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Services
>
> List,
> My new posts aren't coming up on the list but I just got back from a class
> trip tonight and my transmission blew again which was just rebuilt, they
> probably used Chinese parts (wink for you dear Frank). I am trying to ether
> borrow my brothers car or rent a car unless someone is coming from the
north
> and can pick me up. I am in Little Silver which is 30 minutes from Franks.
I
> will be attending both the wake and the funeral.
>
> Also if anyone is coming from far I can accommodate 4 people in my small
> house. Remember we should all be doing as Frank did and pay it forward.
> Frank's generosity is how I will always remember him. It is hard to imagine
> myself saying "how I will always remember him".
>
> I was looking forward to Carlisle this year as I missed it last year due to
> a school trip, so I purposely rescheduled our trip to be there and spend
> time hunting with Frank through all the parts for sale as he taught me well
> how to spot the good vs bad parts. I was so looking forward to spending
good
> LBC time with Frank as he was my mentor. We are all still in shock we are
> all still crying.
>
> Frank you and your family will always be in my prayers,
> Lin
> 62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"
>
**<http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&ei=BzSlTa2OBpOugQfQjZmNCg&ved=0CBk
QBSgA&q=generosity&spell=1>
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 12:38 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
>
> > To everyone within driving distance....
> >
> > The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
> >
> > So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
> > distance
> > to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about
on
> > the
> > internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
> >
> > Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your
from
> > attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday
morning.
> >
> > This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're
> > doing
> > and just come.
> >
> > Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> > 703 main street
> > Toms river nj 08753
> >
> > Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
> > woodland rd
> > Bayville Nj 08721
> >
> >  jay
> > _______________________________________________
> >
> > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> > Suggested annual donation  $12.75
> > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive
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From doug_altman at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 07:57:40 2011
From: doug_altman at yahoo.com (Doug Altman)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 06:57:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <863657.85860.qm@web125707.mail.ne1.yahoo.com>

I am stunned!  I have been on the road for the last three days and this
morning 
is the first time I have been able to access the forum.  Words fail
me.  I knew 
of Frank and his reputation for quite a while but met him and his
family for the 
first time at LOTO.  What a great human being.  He will be
sorely missed by our 
community and all those who knew him.  My sincere
condolences to the family.  
Doug Altman    ....o~'o 
________________________________
From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
To:
Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>; Yahoo Spridget list
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Mon, April 11, 2011 9:33:23 PM
Subject:
[Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I
write this.  I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still
pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the
hospital.  Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and
passed away today.  I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans
proceed.

God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....

-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July
18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From lmacy at mac.com  Wed Apr 13 08:10:52 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:10:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Frank Pics
References: <9E075BA3-6DAF-4746-80D9-1E53705F47A4@mac.com>
Message-ID: <99ED5E0D-60CB-486C-BE0C-6886FD9B90E2@mac.com>

I sent this last night and didn't see it show up on the list.

Larry

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

Sent from my Magical iPad

Begin forwarded message:

> From: Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>
> Date: April 12, 2011 11:11:04 PM EDT
> To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Frank Pics
> 

> I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on Frank. Here is the result for all to see
> 
> http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255
> 
> There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to the gallery. 
> 
> If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as some others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of Frank in the sweatshirt Frankie gave him. 
> 
> Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a car, send them to Ed. 
> 
> Larry
> 
> -- 
> 
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> macy at upenn.edu
> Senior IT Program Director
> Neuropsychiatry Section
> Department of Psychiatry
> University of Pennsylvania
> 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
> Philadelphia, PA 19104
> 
> The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
> that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what I
> expect and want a computer to do.
> Stewart Alsop
> FORTUNE.com
> Monday, June 25, 2001

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 09:36:45 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:36:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Pics
In-Reply-To: <1e2a01cbf9da$812a4950$0168010a@mail2world.com>
References: <1e2a01cbf9da$812a4950$0168010a@mail2world.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTingCB5edVYRU5e77jL1Gja=TUOA7w@mail.gmail.com>

Chris these photos of Frank are priceless.
Thank you,
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 8:58 AM, Chris King <cbking at alum.rpi.edu> wrote:

> Here are a few pics of Frank when he was over for one of the first
> OSHITs at my house in 2002.
>
> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/shellstrip.html
>
> -=Chris
>
> Chris King
> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/
>
>  <-----Original Message----->
>
>                 From: Macy Larry [lmacy at mac.com]
> Sent: 4/12/2011 11:11:04 PM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Pics
>
> I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on
> Frank. Here is the result for all to see
>
> http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255
>
> There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be
> downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to
> the gallery.
>
> If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to
> the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as
> some others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of
> Frank in the sweatshirt Frankie gave him.
>
> Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central
> Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a
> car, send them to Ed.
>
> Larry
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> macy at upenn.edu
> Senior IT Program Director
> Neuropsychiatry Section
> Department of Psychiatry
> University of Pennsylvania
> 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
> Philadelphia, PA 19104
>
> The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
> that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what
> I
> expect and want a computer to do.
> Stewart Alsop
> FORTUNE.com
> Monday, June 25, 2001
> _______________________________________________
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 09:37:29 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:37:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Frank Pics
In-Reply-To: <99ED5E0D-60CB-486C-BE0C-6886FD9B90E2@mac.com>
References: <9E075BA3-6DAF-4746-80D9-1E53705F47A4@mac.com>
	<99ED5E0D-60CB-486C-BE0C-6886FD9B90E2@mac.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=80O=FCTeSA1rAZ3bZcNnjy9D_cw@mail.gmail.com>

Larry I sent a few messages that have yet to appear.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 10:10 AM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> I sent this last night and didn't see it show up on the list.
>
> Larry
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>
> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked
> car.
>
> Sent from my Magical iPad
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> > From: Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>
> > Date: April 12, 2011 11:11:04 PM EDT
> > To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Frank Pics
> >
>
> > I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on
> Frank. Here is the result for all to see
> >
> > http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255
> >
> > There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be
> downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to the
> gallery.
> >
> > If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to
> the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as some
> others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of Frank in
> the sweatshirt Frankie gave him.
> >
> > Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central
> Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a car,
> send them to Ed.
> >
> > Larry
> >
> > --
> >
> > Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> > macy at upenn.edu
> > Senior IT Program Director
> > Neuropsychiatry Section
> > Department of Psychiatry
> > University of Pennsylvania
> > 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
> > Philadelphia, PA 19104
> >
> > The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
> > that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what
> I
> > expect and want a computer to do.
> > Stewart Alsop
> > FORTUNE.com
> > Monday, June 25, 2001
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From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Apr 13 10:05:21 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:05:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Frank Pics
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=80O=FCTeSA1rAZ3bZcNnjy9D_cw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9E075BA3-6DAF-4746-80D9-1E53705F47A4@mac.com>
	<99ED5E0D-60CB-486C-BE0C-6886FD9B90E2@mac.com>
	<BANLkTi=80O=FCTeSA1rAZ3bZcNnjy9D_cw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA5C9C1.30109@justbrits.com>

<< Larry I sent a few messages that have yet to appear. >>

I saw some.

Ditto the one Larry just re-posted about.

From ggroiss at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 10:18:50 2011
From: ggroiss at gmail.com (Gregory Groiss)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:18:50 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Frank Pics
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=80O=FCTeSA1rAZ3bZcNnjy9D_cw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9E075BA3-6DAF-4746-80D9-1E53705F47A4@mac.com>
	<99ED5E0D-60CB-486C-BE0C-6886FD9B90E2@mac.com>
	<BANLkTi=80O=FCTeSA1rAZ3bZcNnjy9D_cw@mail.gmail.com>
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Here are some pics of Frank, Father Jack and the Holy Sprite.  They
were in the Asbury Park Press (local paper) along with an article on
the building of the Holy Sprite. The link to the article does not seem
to work any longer but the link to the slideshow does.

http://www.app.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=B3&Dato=20090120&Kategori=MULTI
MEDIA02&Lopenr=901200805&Ref=PH

or

http://tinyurl.com/cy2vcu


On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 11:37 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
wrote:
> Larry I sent a few messages that have yet to appear.
> Lin
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 10:10 AM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:
>
>> I sent this last night and didn't see it show up on the list.
>>
>> Larry
>>
>> --
>>
>> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>>
>> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked
>> car.
>>
>> Sent from my Magical iPad
>>
>> Begin forwarded message:
>>
>> > From: Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>
>> > Date: April 12, 2011 11:11:04 PM EDT
>> > To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> > Subject: Frank Pics
>> >
>>
>> > I just went through my iPhoto library and ran the face recognition on
>> Frank. Here is the result for all to see
>> >
>> > http://gallery.me.com/lmacy#100255
>> >
>> > There are only 37 pics, I am pretty sure I have more. These can be
>> downloaded, you can upload to the gallery, you can even email pics to the
>> gallery.
>> >
>> > If you click on the My Gallery button (upper left) it will take you to
>> the main gallery. There you can find the Holy Sprite pics as well as some
>> others. Please be sure to look at the Oct 10 album, it has more of Frank
in
>> the sweatshirt Frankie gave him.
>> >
>> > Also, Ed is looking for some pics of folks who visited the OSHIT Central
>> Garage. So if you have some of you, your friends, etc With or without a
car,
>> send them to Ed.
>> >
>> > Larry
>> >
>> > --
>> >
>> > Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>> > macy at upenn.edu
>> > Senior IT Program Director
>> > Neuropsychiatry Section
>> > Department of Psychiatry
>> > University of Pennsylvania
>> > 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
>> > Philadelphia, PA 19104
>> >
>> > The bottom line: Sure, there's pain in adopting the Mac. But if I accept
>> > that, I get to use a computer that works, and that pretty much does what
>> I
>> > expect and want a computer to do.
>> > Stewart Alsop
>> > FORTUNE.com
>> > Monday, June 25, 2001
>> _______________________________________________
>>
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From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 10:49:41 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:49:41 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <787417.55628.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I agree, Jay. I have already asked and received confirmation for time off
Friday 
So I can be there the entire time of visitation. Unfortunately, my son
and I are 
booked on flights Saturday that will prevent me from attending
Saturday too. I 
already sent a note to Frankie letting him know that I would
have otherwise been 
there both days.
 - David Booker
Long Island
________________________________
From: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: Spridgets
<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 12:38:56 AM
Subject:
[Spridgets] Services

To everyone within driving distance....

The dates and
times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)

So it is time to
be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving distance 

to get your
asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about on the 
internet,
but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.

Unless there is
something of incredible importance that prevents your from 
attending, you
need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.

This si not
something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're doing 
and just
come.

Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
703 main street
Toms river nj 08753
Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
woodland rd
Bayville Nj 08721

jay
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From fastvee at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 12:02:38 2011
From: fastvee at yahoo.com (fastvee)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:02:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
Message-ID: <326938.94831.qm@web34403.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Frank would blush at the outpouring of love and respect shown here. Very
impressive indeed, and I am happy to have known him. Hopefully heaven is where
he can eternally "Drive it like you stole it".
Chuck Christ hasn't been a member recently and asked that I send his message
to the list.
It is copied below.
John
Fogelsville, PA

Mary anne & i will be leaving here friday morning after my AM 
bus run heading
to jersey.   i'm freaking broke and can not allow frank 
to be put to rest
without saying my own personal good bye.   so we are 
making plans , driving a
44 year old saab (the sprite would be going but
 it needs an engine rebuild
and fouls a #1 cyl plug within a mile from 
start and has low oil pressure) so
we'll be traveling light.    at least
 the fuel consumption will be
affordable.  
i can not wait for a fuel station attendant in jersey to watch
me 
put a quart of oil into the tank before he can fill it up!   frank would
love that!   :)
chuck
i do not know how the world will go on without frank. 

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 12:15:29 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:15:29 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>

Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
Hal

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Apr 13 12:56:58 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:56:58 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <512307.97889.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________
From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem

Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
Hal

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 13:03:00 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:03:00 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
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Hal that is very fitting.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com> wrote:

> Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
> Hal
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From bkitterer at me.com  Wed Apr 13 13:15:23 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:15:23 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <787417.55628.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<787417.55628.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <EDC3BD56-A307-4067-9294-847900B6F350@me.com>

Dolores and I are on the way.  Should be there on Friday.

Bob Kitterer

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 13, 2011, at 11:49 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I agree, Jay. I have already asked and received confirmation for time off
> Friday 
> So I can be there the entire time of visitation. Unfortunately, my son
> and I are 
> booked on flights Saturday that will prevent me from attending
> Saturday too. I 
> already sent a note to Frankie letting him know that I would
> have otherwise been 
> there both days.
> - David Booker
> Long Island
> ________________________________
> From: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
> To: Spridgets
> <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 12:38:56 AM
> Subject:
> [Spridgets] Services
> 
> To everyone within driving distance....
> 
> The dates and
> times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
> 
> So it is time to
> be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving distance 
> 
> to get your
> asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about on the 
> internet,
> but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
> 
> Unless there is
> something of incredible importance that prevents your from 
> attending, you
> need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.
> 
> This si not
> something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're doing 
> and just
> come.
> 
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms river nj 08753
> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33  
> woodland rd
> Bayville Nj 08721
> 
> jay
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 13:43:56 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:43:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <EDC3BD56-A307-4067-9294-847900B6F350@me.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<787417.55628.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<EDC3BD56-A307-4067-9294-847900B6F350@me.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimrtc0dKvi=ig8X9bJrSsDfdCpYPw@mail.gmail.com>

> Dolores and I are on the way.  Should be there on Friday.

Glad there will be some good bodies to represent those of us unable to
get there. We will all be there in spirit.
David L

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 13:49:43 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:49:43 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <512307.97889.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
	<512307.97889.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinicvK807bRey2eFJbMZJrHejJwTg@mail.gmail.com>

Relax, Jay.
It's a "50 Year" emblem from "Down Under."  Guess I should have put that out
up front!

Hal

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.
>
>  jay fishbein
>
> wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
>
> Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
> Hal
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From biffjones at verizon.net  Wed Apr 13 13:55:21 2011
From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:55:21 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Saturday
Message-ID: <3BBEF79E9BA34C58AFED9D964A1B3BD5@dell1>

With the weather forecast for Saturday how many are planning on driving their
spridgets to Toms River for Frank's service?

Biff

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Apr 13 14:03:28 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:03:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <EDC3BD56-A307-4067-9294-847900B6F350@me.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<787417.55628.qm@web36803.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<EDC3BD56-A307-4067-9294-847900B6F350@me.com>
Message-ID: <540646.63709.qm@web83911.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I am heading down Friday afternoon with Rick Neville. Rick is staying for the 
funeral on Saturday but I must return to Connecticut as we are attending a 
wedding on Saturday.

 jay




________________________________
From: Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com>
To: Spridgets <Spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 3:15:23 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Services

Dolores and I are on the way.  Should be there on Friday.

Bob Kitterer

From John.Deikis at va.gov  Wed Apr 13 14:05:22 2011
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:05:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's photos
Message-ID: <672B9CE552D34343B2780A6CC3AD4DD00FF9CF@VHAV11MSGB1.v11.med.va.gov>

I have really enjoyed the several albums of Frank and various projects
people have linked.

I posted a few on my blog where I talked about what an amazing community
this list is. Buster Cluster and Holy Sprite specifically. Took some
liberties with a "before" shot. I believe this is actually the
coast-to-coast hand-off Sprite.

JohnD

www.kidsCURE.blogspot.com

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Wed Apr 13 14:05:35 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:05:35 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1353021188.1572585.1302725135320.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Someone should find a spare and mount it on the casket.

Kate

Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
Hal
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 14:23:25 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:23:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinicvK807bRey2eFJbMZJrHejJwTg@mail.gmail.com>
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I think Frank would have loved it. And yes Jay I remember the discussion
about how Frank liked the chrome arrow : )
Linda

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:49 PM, Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com> wrote:

> Relax, Jay.
> It's a "50 Year" emblem from "Down Under."  Guess I should have put that
> out
> up front!
>
> Hal
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
>
> > Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.
> >
> >  jay fishbein
> >
> > wallingford, ct
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
> > To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
> > Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
> >
> > Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
> > Hal
> > _______________________________________________
> >
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 14:24:43 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:24:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Saturday
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If I can install my new pump quickly tomorrow I will drive Pinky. I am
tempted to have my mechanic do it as I am working late these last few weeks.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:55 PM, Biff Jones <biffjones at verizon.net> wrote:

> With the weather forecast for Saturday how many are planning on driving
> their
> spridgets to Toms River for Frank's service?
>
> Biff
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Apr 13 14:28:25 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:28:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
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Actually I like the idea of black lettering on the gold arrow, or were they 
originally chrome? 


OTOH, with Hal's emblem being from Down Under, he could fill-in the letters 
using Vegemite.

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________
From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
Cc: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>; Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 4:23:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem

I think Frank would have loved it. And yes Jay I remember the discussion about 
how Frank liked the chrome arrow : )
Linda


On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:49 PM, Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com> wrote:

Relax, Jay.
>It's a "50 Year" emblem from "Down Under."  Guess I should have put that out
>up front!
>
>Hal
>
>
>On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
>
>> Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.
>>
>>  jay fishbein
>>
>> wallingford, ct
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> ________________________________
>> From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
>> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
>>
>> Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
>> Hal

From rich_ball at mindspring.com  Wed Apr 13 14:44:34 2011
From: rich_ball at mindspring.com (Richard Ball)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:44:34 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <83160B2EE9CA4D5C98236545A4EE0A3B@psych.washington.edu>

Being out here on the West Coast I will not be able to attend.  I will be 
wearing my NOSHIT shirt on Saturday though, and I think I will try to spend 
the morning putting a part on my car that Frank had sent me.

Doesn't seem like nearly enough.

Rich Ball
'76 Midget
Everett, WA

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 9:38 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Services


> To everyone within driving distance....
>
> The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
>
> So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving 
> distance
> to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about 
> on the
> internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
>
> Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your from
> attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.
>
> This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're 
> doing
> and just come.
>
> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> 703 main street
> Toms river nj 08753
>
> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
> woodland rd
> Bayville Nj 08721
>
> jay
> _______________________________________________
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From lmacy at mac.com  Wed Apr 13 14:57:05 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:57:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Saturday
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My car is already in Tom's River, well the shell is anyway. My car is very rusted out and the easiest way for me to get it back on the road was to buy a shell. Well I did and frank towed it to Tom's River a few weeks ago. He and I and a couple others spent the weekend taking doors and fenders off and sanding and bondoing to get it ready for primer. I left it in primer in his garage a couple weeks ago while I went on a long scheduled Rhine RIver Cruise (really BAD internet on a river). I got home on Sunday and emailed Frank as to where we were. He replied he had been blocking it and filling it and everything was ready for paint. He had been told a sealer . . ., well. I'll let Frank speak for himself: 

> On 4/10/2011 7:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote:
>> Frank,
>> 
>> Last I heard from you was your brother was thinking about my painting request.
> 
> I have not seen or spoke to my brother since but i will.
> I hand blocked it down with 320 and hit a few minor spots.
> I re-primed it yesterday and blocked down all but the left side.
> it is     s m o o o o o t h !
> Bonnet is good too, just 1 small spot needs a touch of filler. It is blocked down too.
> Some one mentioned a sealer before paint. I never used a sealer but he said it seals the primer and cuts down on the dust.
> Lord knows washing it twice still leaves dust. I will ask at the supply shop, they always steer me right.
> We need a color. Under bonnet, inside of car, in the boot, needs to be color, unless it is pearl too.
> I don't know pearl at all.
> I did the bonnet hinges too, they are ready for paint.
> 2 boxes of parts came with your name on them, I did not open them.
> 
> 
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

That was at 10:30 PM Sunday night. 

Larry



On Apr 13, 2011, at 16:24 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:

> If I can install my new pump quickly tomorrow I will drive Pinky. I am
> tempted to have my mechanic do it as I am working late these last few weeks.
> Lin
> 
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:55 PM, Biff Jones <biffjones at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
>> With the weather forecast for Saturday how many are planning on driving
>> their
>> spridgets to Toms River for Frank's service?
>> 
>> Biff
>> _______________________________________________
>> 
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Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104


"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well kept body, but to skid in sideways, Margaritas in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming WOO HOO - What a Ride!"

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Wed Apr 13 14:58:06 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:58:06 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <4343.2fb0d369.3ad7685d@aol.com>

I agree.
 
In a message dated 13/04/2011 20:24:49 GMT Daylight Time,  
grunthaner at gmail.com writes:

Hal that  is very fitting.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Hal Faulkner  <frog.aye at gmail.com> wrote:

> Just painted the "Sprite"  lettering on my gold arrow black.
> Hal
>  _______________________________________________

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Wed Apr 13 15:01:19 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:01:19 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <462a.6d53ce2c.3ad7691f@aol.com>

When Frank was in England I introduced him to Marmite.
 
Weslake-Monza1330
 
In a message dated 13/04/2011 21:53:37 GMT Daylight Time,  
jfishbein at snet.net writes:

OTOH,  with Hal's emblem being from Down Under, he could fill-in the 
letters  
using Vegemite.

jay fishbein

wallingford,  ct

From peter at nosimport.com  Wed Apr 13 15:17:39 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:17:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
Message-ID: <201104131417800.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

This is very hard to write..... the keyboard keeps fogging up.....

Frank and I shared similar experiences when we were both in our late 
teens. We both worked in NJ selling import car parts, me up North, 
and he down South.... selling to the same customers, we were 
competitors at the same time.  We both had Spridgets. We never really 
figured out if we autocrossed against each other at Fort Dix, but I 
think so. I had a green Midget and was always neck and neck with some 
guy in a red Sprite... I suspect it was Frank.  He smartly got out of 
the parts biz, alas, but I smartly got out of NJ.

Decades pass, and we "meet up" in this cyber community of Spridget 
owners. Me, out of curiosity and business opportunity, and he out of 
pure pleasure of the cars. It wasn't long afterward that we met. One 
couldn't help but be impressed by his knowledge and generosity. 
Several more meetings, there and here, and some list shenanigans, and 
I am presented with Gift Sprite. My first Spridget since arriving in 
WI in 1977. (I had had many in NJ that I sold). The story has been 
well told by Ron. Look for Gift Sprite in the archives. It is now one 
of several that I have. I fell in deep, in large part because of his 
"pay it forward" mentality.

SpriteSprees, Spridget celebrations, dropping "presents" off to 
various Sprite owners, and even a kitchen remodel in PA, and of 
course Carlisle in Pennsylrainia...   All very, very good memories... 
the stuff of legends.

  As I think back... the keyboard vanishes...

...............Please, those of you who make it there this weekend, 
say "goodbye" for me.

Frank, you did steal it!


Peter C

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Apr 13 15:34:35 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:34:35 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Saturday
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Yup,

Frank and I exchanged emails after 11:00 pm on Sunday. He had looked in his 
"coop" for a pumpkin a fellow in Canada I am working-with might need.

As always, he never forgot a request for assistance and always followed-through.

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________
From: Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>
To: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
Cc: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 4:57:05 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Saturday

My car is already in Tom's River, well the shell is anyway. My car is very 
rusted out and the easiest way for me to get it back on the road was to buy a 
shell. Well I did and frank towed it to Tom's River a few weeks ago. He and I 
and a couple others spent the weekend taking doors and fenders off and sanding 
and bondoing to get it ready for primer. I left it in primer in his garage a 
couple weeks ago while I went on a long scheduled Rhine RIver Cruise (really BAD 
internet on a river). I got home on Sunday and emailed Frank as to where we 
were. He replied he had been blocking it and filling it and everything was ready 
for paint. He had been told a sealer . . ., well. I'll let Frank speak for 
himself: 


> On 4/10/2011 7:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote:
>> Frank,
>> 
>> Last I heard from you was your brother was thinking about my painting 
request.
> 
> I have not seen or spoke to my brother since but i will.
> I hand blocked it down with 320 and hit a few minor spots.
> I re-primed it yesterday and blocked down all but the left side.
> it is     s m o o o o o t h !
> Bonnet is good too, just 1 small spot needs a touch of filler. It is blocked 
>down too.
> Some one mentioned a sealer before paint. I never used a sealer but he said it 
>seals the primer and cuts down on the dust.
> Lord knows washing it twice still leaves dust. I will ask at the supply shop, 
>they always steer me right.
> We need a color. Under bonnet, inside of car, in the boot, needs to be color, 
>unless it is pearl too.
> I don't know pearl at all.
> I did the bonnet hinges too, they are ready for paint.
> 2 boxes of parts came with your name on them, I did not open them.
> 
> 
> -- 
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

That was at 10:30 PM Sunday night. 

Larry

From frog.aye at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 15:44:28 2011
From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:44:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <462a.6d53ce2c.3ad7691f@aol.com>
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My wife is from the "Olde Country" and loves Marmite.  I can't stand it!
Hal

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 2:01 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

> When Frank was in England I introduced him to Marmite.
>
> Weslake-Monza1330
>
> In a message dated 13/04/2011 21:53:37 GMT Daylight Time,
> jfishbein at snet.net writes:
>
> OTOH,  with Hal's emblem being from Down Under, he could fill-in the
> letters
> using Vegemite.
>
> jay fishbein
>
> wallingford,  ct
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 16:30:03 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:30:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's photos
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Another of my favorite photos of our dear friend Frank. Where they pick up
the Bugeye like done so many years ago.
Thank you John,
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM, Deikis, John G <John.Deikis at va.gov> wrote:

> I have really enjoyed the several albums of Frank and various projects
> people have linked.
>
> I posted a few on my blog where I talked about what an amazing community
> this list is. Buster Cluster and Holy Sprite specifically. Took some
> liberties with a "before" shot. I believe this is actually the
> coast-to-coast hand-off Sprite.
>
> JohnD
>
> www.kidsCURE.blogspot.com
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 16:41:26 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:41:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Saturday
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Thank you Larry for bringing more of Frank to us.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 4:57 PM, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> My car is already in Tom's River, well the shell is anyway. My car is very
> rusted out and the easiest way for me to get it back on the road was to buy
> a shell. Well I did and frank towed it to Tom's River a few weeks ago. He
> and I and a couple others spent the weekend taking doors and fenders off and
> sanding and bondoing to get it ready for primer. I left it in primer in his
> garage a couple weeks ago while I went on a long scheduled Rhine RIver
> Cruise (really BAD internet on a river). I got home on Sunday and emailed
> Frank as to where we were. He replied he had been blocking it and filling it
> and everything was ready for paint. He had been told a sealer . . ., well.
> I'll let Frank speak for himself:
>
> > On 4/10/2011 7:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote:
> >> Frank,
> >>
> >> Last I heard from you was your brother was thinking about my painting
> request.
> >
> > I have not seen or spoke to my brother since but i will.
> > I hand blocked it down with 320 and hit a few minor spots.
> > I re-primed it yesterday and blocked down all but the left side.
> > it is     s m o o o o o t h !
> > Bonnet is good too, just 1 small spot needs a touch of filler. It is
> blocked down too.
> > Some one mentioned a sealer before paint. I never used a sealer but he
> said it seals the primer and cuts down on the dust.
> > Lord knows washing it twice still leaves dust. I will ask at the supply
> shop, they always steer me right.
> > We need a color. Under bonnet, inside of car, in the boot, needs to be
> color, unless it is pearl too.
> > I don't know pearl at all.
> > I did the bonnet hinges too, they are ready for paint.
> > 2 boxes of parts came with your name on them, I did not open them.
> >
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> > Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?
>
> That was at 10:30 PM Sunday night.
>
> Larry
>
>
>
> On Apr 13, 2011, at 16:24 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
> > If I can install my new pump quickly tomorrow I will drive Pinky. I am
> > tempted to have my mechanic do it as I am working late these last few
> weeks.
> > Lin
> >
> > On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:55 PM, Biff Jones <biffjones at verizon.net>
> wrote:
> >
> >> With the weather forecast for Saturday how many are planning on driving
> >> their
> >> spridgets to Toms River for Frank's service?
> >>
> >> Biff
> >> _______________________________________________
> >>
> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> >> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com
> > _______________________________________________
> >
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> >
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> macy at upenn.edu
> Senior IT Program Director
> Neuropsychiatry Section
> Department of Psychiatry
> University of Pennsylvania
> 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
> Philadelphia, PA 19104
>
>
> "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving
> safely in an attractive and well kept body, but to skid in sideways,
> Margaritas in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and
> screaming WOO HOO - What a Ride!"

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 16:44:20 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:44:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
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As I recall Frank said he didn't like the gold and always preferred the
chrome.
I can't stop checking my email for more of Frank.
I read a post sent at work regarding his passing and it said "Frank made
living fun".
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> Actually I like the idea of black lettering on the gold arrow, or were they
> originally chrome?
>
>
> OTOH, with Hal's emblem being from Down Under, he could fill-in the letters
> using Vegemite.
>
>  jay fishbein
>
> wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
> To: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
> Cc: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>; Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 4:23:25 PM
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
>
> I think Frank would have loved it. And yes Jay I remember the discussion
> about
> how Frank liked the chrome arrow : )
> Linda
>
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:49 PM, Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Relax, Jay.
> >It's a "50 Year" emblem from "Down Under."  Guess I should have put that
> out
> >up front!
> >
> >Hal
> >
> >
> >On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> >
> >> Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.
> >>
> >>  jay fishbein
> >>
> >> wallingford, ct
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> ________________________________
> >> From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
> >> To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> >> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
> >> Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
> >>
> >> Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
> >> Hal
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 17:03:09 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:03:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] my last email from Frank about the kittens from last
	Saturday
Message-ID: <BANLkTik71HRQkkr4vs1sEkeGDQTWj1UJqQ@mail.gmail.com>

List below is the last email I got from Frank last Saturday regarding seeing
the new kittens. I loved his use of words. He knew how deeply sad I was when
my cat died in February and wanted me to have one of Tiffany's cat's
kittens.
Lin


On Sat, Apr 9, 2011 at 5:57 PM, Frank Clarici <spritenut at comcast.net> wrote:

> On 4/9/2011 10:07 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
>> Hi Frank, been really busy at work so not on line as much, how are the
>> kittens doing? Will you be around later today so I can see them?
>> Lin
>>
> I just got home, the kittens are fine, climbing all over the place.
> We are trying to get them to eat real cat food now.
> Cute little buggers.
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ
> Did you register for the Midget 50th meet yet?

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 17:14:08 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:14:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
Message-ID: <51102.74668.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
attendees. 

Rick Neville


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 17:18:04 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:18:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
Message-ID: <BANLkTinveaWUSTZbUHmNpvWtwjNkOecEvg@mail.gmail.com>

List below is the last road trip with Frank photo's. He helped me bring my
Bugeye from MD to his chicken coop where is still resides.
Frank spoke fondly of his grandmother who he loved dearly, and missed
deeply. I am sure they are together now.


*http://tinyurl.com/6k72heg

**http://tinyurl.com/69zns3r

**http://tinyurl.com/6hnmg2s

**http://tinyurl.com/6a872c5*
*
Lin
*

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 17:21:04 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:21:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Would've Loved This
Message-ID: <923350.55417.qm@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Saw this on another forum:

"The founder of Harbor Freight Tools is suing his son, whom he accuses of
kicking him off of the board of directors, having him locked out of
headquarters and looting the company to finance a lavish lifestyle that
includes a $46 million Beverly Hills mansion."

Turns out the story is from last summer.  Here's the link: 
http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=11218750




Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 17:24:51 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:24:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <83160B2EE9CA4D5C98236545A4EE0A3B@psych.washington.edu>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<83160B2EE9CA4D5C98236545A4EE0A3B@psych.washington.edu>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=5sWGpZk6Z8T25teR62SovuzQ46Q@mail.gmail.com>

I can't be there due to unavoidable obligations here in Kansas.  On Saturday
I intend to spend the entire day working on getting my Midget ready for body
work and paint. I'll be with you all in my heart and I know somehow Frank
will be looking over my shoulder to help me with my car.

Where ever a Spridget is being worked on, there you will find the spirit of
Frank Clarici guiding and helping in the endeavor.  I know he will be there
with me when ever I work on my car or when ever I "pay it forward" for some
other person.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:44 PM, Richard Ball <rich_ball at mindspring.com>wrote:

> Being out here on the West Coast I will not be able to attend.  I will be
> wearing my NOSHIT shirt on Saturday though, and I think I will try to spend
> the morning putting a part on my car that Frank had sent me.
>
> Doesn't seem like nearly enough.
>
> Rich Ball
> '76 Midget
> Everett, WA
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>
>
> To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 9:38 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Services
>
>
>  To everyone within driving distance....
>>
>> The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
>>
>> So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
>> distance
>> to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about
>> on the
>> internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
>>
>> Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your from
>> attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.
>>
>> This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're
>> doing
>> and just come.
>>
>> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
>> 703 main street
>> Toms river nj 08753
>>
>> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
>> woodland rd
>> Bayville Nj 08721
>>
>> jay
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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>>
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>


-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 17:27:55 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:27:55 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Friends made through Sprite
In-Reply-To: <1605BC31-F2E6-4468-906B-F6D77A27C42C@comcast.net>
References: <4A46BF75.3080805@comcast.net>
	<1605BC31-F2E6-4468-906B-F6D77A27C42C@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinmFZ8=oR-FqLwuwAsEAi60AbAEhg@mail.gmail.com>

I remember this post. It is so nice and comforting to read them now.
Lin

On Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 10:36 PM, Kristi & Lambert <
kristi74midget at comcast.net> wrote:

> I was going through some old emails and ran across this.  I thought it
> would
> be fitting to repost in honor of Frank.
>
>
> Kristi & Lambert
> '74 RWA Midget
> '77 RB Midget
>
>
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> > I was just thinking about all the friends I have made thanks to these
> dumb
> little cars over the years.
> > When I was 17 back in 1972, I pulled into a 7-11 next to a yellow Sprite,
> I
> had a green Sprite, I met Elliott, he was older than me, married with 3
> kids
> and a house.
> > He introduced me to Frank Russo, again, even older than Elliott with a
> couple of kids. Frank had a Sprite, a white 66.
> > So here we are, with a 66, a 67, and a 68 Sprite all hanging out and
> trading
> storys and parts back in 1972.
> > I watched Elliott's 3 kids grow up, his youngest is now forty something,
> his
> grand kids are getting married, and I went to his wife's funeral.
> > We are still friends, he stops over every couple of weeks.
> > Frank, who has a couple of Sprites and a 59 Bentley along with a 60
> Princess
> limo, was the limo driver for my son when he got married.
> > All of the wedding party drove Sprites that day while the bride and groom
> rode in a Bentley driven by my friend Frank, another Sprite owner.
> > Today I am working on his Midget project, it needed some fender work and
> a
> new paint job.
> > Then came Rick Moses and the Sprite meets where I met a bunch more people
> with the same love of some dumb little cars.
> > Rick from PA, Alan and Joe from Rhode Island, Steve from Mass, and a few
> others from Maryland, Virgina, PA, and Ohio.
> > We often called each other and talked for hours in the days before the
> internet and Email.
> > And then came the internet where I met people from Wisconsin, Illinois,
> California, Florida, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, and a few other states.
> > And I am in constant touch with all of them and have traveled to many
> states
> to visit with them as they have traveled to NJ to see me.
> > So today Elliott and Frank stopped by and those 2 have not seen each
> other
> in some time, all 3 of us a bit older then we were in 72 but all with the
> same
> story.
> > Elliott sold his Sprite to my wife's girlfriend, Frank and I still have
> Sprites all these years later and Elliott is going to start looking for
> another as he always said he missed that car.
> >
> > We were not college room mates, nor army buddies, we were just a couple
> of
> people in town with dumb little cars and a life long relationship thanks to
> those cars.
> > Do you think a couple of guys parking next to each other in Camrys will
> be
> hanging out 40 years later?
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> > My own Fleet of Sprites
> _______________________________________________
>
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From mgraziano at austin.rr.com  Wed Apr 13 17:44:26 2011
From: mgraziano at austin.rr.com (Michael Graziano)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:44:26 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Car Rental in Philly?
Message-ID: <00e801cbfa34$b9e9ecf0$2dbdc6d0$@rr.com>

Is anyone flying into Philly on Friday that would be interested in sharing a
car?  I haven't worked out yet if I'm going to fly in due to work, but I'm
attempting to get my ducks in a row just in case.

 

-Mike G

From jfishbein at snet.net  Wed Apr 13 17:47:17 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:47:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinveaWUSTZbUHmNpvWtwjNkOecEvg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTinveaWUSTZbUHmNpvWtwjNkOecEvg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <128524.11614.qm@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I think the most fitting ongoing tribute to Frank that all of us could do, it to 
continue with fervor the OSHIT weekends.

It will keep the cars on the road and continue his legacy of good will towards 
all Spridget owners. :-)

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 7:18:04 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo

List below is the last road trip with Frank photo's. He helped me bring my
Bugeye from MD to his chicken coop where is still resides.
Frank spoke fondly of his grandmother who he loved dearly, and missed
deeply. I am sure they are together now.


*http://tinyurl.com/6k72heg

**http://tinyurl.com/69zns3r

**http://tinyurl.com/6hnmg2s

**http://tinyurl.com/6a872c5*
*
Lin

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Wed Apr 13 17:47:13 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:47:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Small tribute to Frank
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=5sWGpZk6Z8T25teR62SovuzQ46Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<83160B2EE9CA4D5C98236545A4EE0A3B@psych.washington.edu>
	<BANLkTi=5sWGpZk6Z8T25teR62SovuzQ46Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA63601.1070607@wi.net>

Saturday, 16.April, 1200hrs CDT I will give a 5 second blast on Bugeye's 
horn.  Please feel free to join me!
I can't be there but I can do something goofy for Frank.

Dave W.
"Be seeing you"...at the MG Midget 50th Anniversary
July 18-24, Elkhart Lake Wisconsin
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org


On 4/13/2011 6:24 PM, Jim Johnson wrote:
> I can't be there due to unavoidable obligations here in Kansas.  On Saturday
> I intend to spend the entire day working on getting my Midget ready for body
> work and paint. I'll be with you all in my heart and I know somehow Frank
> will be looking over my shoulder to help me with my car.
>
> Where ever a Spridget is being worked on, there you will find the spirit of
> Frank Clarici guiding and helping in the endeavor.  I know he will be there
> with me when ever I work on my car or when ever I "pay it forward" for some
> other person.
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:44 PM, Richard Ball<rich_ball at mindspring.com>wrote:
>
>> Being out here on the West Coast I will not be able to attend.  I will be
>> wearing my NOSHIT shirt on Saturday though, and I think I will try to spend
>> the morning putting a part on my car that Frank had sent me.
>>
>> Doesn't seem like nearly enough.
>>
>> Rich Ball
>> '76 Midget
>> Everett, WA
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jay"<jfishbein at snet.net>
>>
>> To: "Spridgets"<spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 9:38 PM
>> Subject: [Spridgets] Services
>>
>>
>>   To everyone within driving distance....
>>> The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
>>>
>>> So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
>>> distance
>>> to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about
>>> on the
>>> internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
>>>
>>> Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your from
>>> attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday morning.
>>>
>>> This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're
>>> doing
>>> and just come.
>>>
>>> Anderson&  Campbell Funeral home.
>>> 703 main street
>>> Toms river nj 08753
>>>
>>> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
>>> woodland rd
>>> Bayville Nj 08721
>>>
>>> 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/rich_ball at mindspring.com
>>>
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From mgraziano at austin.rr.com  Wed Apr 13 18:01:11 2011
From: mgraziano at austin.rr.com (Michael Graziano)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:01:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jay
In-Reply-To: <mailman.5306.1302737284.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.5306.1302737284.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <00f001cbfa37$10b231d0$32169570$@rr.com>

Jay,

What pumpkin do you need? I may have a good 3.9 or 4.22, but not both.

-Mike

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 18:03:51 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:03:51 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <51102.74668.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <51102.74668.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=Tq8qee2Z2kgtzQt-7pm7WhPs-mw@mail.gmail.com>

Very good idea, 908-902-6557, I will be at the wake and funeral. I am
working till 4PM and then on my way.
Linda
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 7:14 PM, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
> attendees.
>
> Rick Neville
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Wed Apr 13 18:04:39 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:04:39 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin+4w3FL3LiDxOP1jYmNJxrc-TZKA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C9CB8827.2F5EC%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

> Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
> Hal
You mean your chrome arrow?

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 18:06:25 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:06:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank left us all in good hands with each other.
Message-ID: <BANLkTikrrNkxo0wo_wts08ye1w0W+czWyQ@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I have been having the most difficult of times keeping myself from crying. I
didn't see Frank often but when I did I was always happy, like all of you he
made us laugh because he had a way of making living fun. I cannot believe
the impact he has had on my life in only 6 short years. I have been sharing
stories with my students the last few days and then while speaking I would
start to cry and have to pull myself together. In some ways frank was like a
brother to me and in some ways he was like a father to me. Between Frank and
this list I have been able to cope with the loss of my dear father. I am
grateful Frank left me in good hands with this beautiful list and all the
beautiful friends I have meet along the way.
Lin

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 18:07:16 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:07:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Would've Loved This
In-Reply-To: <923350.55417.qm@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <923350.55417.qm@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinwUsU3Z=M0dSMpmz_6JXHQTAcfhg@mail.gmail.com>

Excellent yes he would have loved this.
lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 7:21 PM, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Saw this on another forum:
>
> "The founder of Harbor Freight Tools is suing his son, whom he accuses of
> kicking him off of the board of directors, having him locked out of
> headquarters and looting the company to finance a lavish lifestyle that
> includes a $46 million Beverly Hills mansion."
>
> Turns out the story is from last summer.  Here's the link:
> http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=11218750
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums
> Unsubscribe/Manage:
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 18:10:43 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:10:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=5sWGpZk6Z8T25teR62SovuzQ46Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <781844.28686.qm@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<83160B2EE9CA4D5C98236545A4EE0A3B@psych.washington.edu>
	<BANLkTi=5sWGpZk6Z8T25teR62SovuzQ46Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikJg-WdSmvJ=b9T6MYz5XsrYcivBA@mail.gmail.com>

Oh Jim,
That is the sweetest thing. I was so sad today crying most of the day and I
looked at my covered Sprite Pinky and thought how difficult it will be to
ever go near it because it would just make me cry more. But with what you
have just said will make me feel so much better.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 7:24 PM, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> I can't be there due to unavoidable obligations here in Kansas.  On
> Saturday
> I intend to spend the entire day working on getting my Midget ready for
> body
> work and paint. I'll be with you all in my heart and I know somehow Frank
> will be looking over my shoulder to help me with my car.
>
> Where ever a Spridget is being worked on, there you will find the spirit of
> Frank Clarici guiding and helping in the endeavor.  I know he will be there
> with me when ever I work on my car or when ever I "pay it forward" for some
> other person.
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 3:44 PM, Richard Ball <rich_ball at mindspring.com
> >wrote:
>
> > Being out here on the West Coast I will not be able to attend.  I will be
> > wearing my NOSHIT shirt on Saturday though, and I think I will try to
> spend
> > the morning putting a part on my car that Frank had sent me.
> >
> > Doesn't seem like nearly enough.
> >
> > Rich Ball
> > '76 Midget
> > Everett, WA
> >
> > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>
> >
> > To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 9:38 PM
> > Subject: [Spridgets] Services
> >
> >
> >  To everyone within driving distance....
> >>
> >> The dates and times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See Below.)
> >>
> >> So it is time to be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
> >> distance
> >> to get your asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read about
> >> on the
> >> internet, but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in person.
> >>
> >> Unless there is something of incredible importance that prevents your
> from
> >> attending, you need to be here on Friday  evening and/or Saturday
> morning.
> >>
> >> This si not something you plan. It i something that you drop what you're
> >> doing
> >> and just come.
> >>
> >> Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> >> 703 main street
> >> Toms river nj 08753
> >>
> >> Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas Church 33
> >> woodland rd
> >> Bayville Nj 08721
> >>
> >> jay
> >> _______________________________________________
> >>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 18:14:19 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:14:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
In-Reply-To: <128524.11614.qm@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
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I was thinking the same thing and once my transmission in my Saturn is fixed
I can haul parts in it for the road trip. I would also like to have one here
once I get the big white elephant (VW bus) out of my garage.
Lin

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 7:47 PM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> I think the most fitting ongoing tribute to Frank that all of us could do,
> it to
> continue with fervor the OSHIT weekends.
>
> It will keep the cars on the road and continue his legacy of good will
> towards
> all Spridget owners. :-)
>
>  jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
> To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 7:18:04 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
>
> List below is the last road trip with Frank photo's. He helped me bring my
> Bugeye from MD to his chicken coop where is still resides.
> Frank spoke fondly of his grandmother who he loved dearly, and missed
> deeply. I am sure they are together now.
>
>
> *http://tinyurl.com/6k72heg
>
> **http://tinyurl.com/69zns3r
>
> **http://tinyurl.com/6hnmg2s
>
> **http://tinyurl.com/6a872c5*
> *
> Lin
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Wed Apr 13 18:23:20 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:23:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
Message-ID: <33e201cbfa3a$28477550$056a010a@mail2world.com>

I agree. It will keep Frank's spirit of "pay it forward" going.

-=Chris

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

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: Jay [jfishbein at snet.net]
>Sent: 4/13/2011 7:48:17 PM
>To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
>
>I think the most fitting ongoing tribute to Frank that all of us could
do, it to 
>continue with fervor the OSHIT weekends.
>
>It will keep the cars on the road and continue his legacy of good will
towards 
>all Spridget owners. :-)
>
> jay fishbein
>wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
>
>________________________________
>From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
>To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 7:18:04 PM
>Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
>
>List below is the last road trip with Frank photo's. He helped me bring
my
>Bugeye from MD to his chicken coop where is still resides.
>Frank spoke fondly of his grandmother who he loved dearly, and missed
>deeply. I am sure they are together now.
>
>
>*http://tinyurl.com/6k72heg
>
>**http://tinyurl.com/69zns3r
>
>**http://tinyurl.com/6hnmg2s
>
>**http://tinyurl.com/6a872c5*
>*
>Lin
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Wed Apr 13 18:32:34 2011
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:32:34 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank left us all in good hands with each  other.
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikrrNkxo0wo_wts08ye1w0W+czWyQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <437818.68707.qm@web180611.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Very nice sentiment Linda.  You know you will always have a friend with all of
us on this list.

Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2
02 Heritage Spinger

--- On Thu, 4/14/11, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank left us all in good hands with each other.
To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Thursday, April 14, 2011, 12:06 AM

List,
I have been having the most difficult of times keeping myself from crying. I
didn't see Frank often but when I did I was always happy, like all of you he
made us laugh because he had a way of making living fun. I cannot believe
the impact he has had on my life in only 6 short years. I have been sharing
stories with my students the last few days and then while speaking I would
start to cry and have to pull myself together. In some ways frank was like a
brother to me and in some ways he was like a father to me. Between Frank and
this list I have been able to cope with the loss of my dear father. I am
grateful Frank left me in good hands with this beautiful list and all the
beautiful friends I have meet along the way.
Lin
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Wed Apr 13 19:12:36 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:12:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Jay
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I have a 4.22 I don't need.

From gmari2 at verizon.net  Wed Apr 13 19:18:55 2011
From: gmari2 at verizon.net (gmari2 at verizon.net)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:18:55 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 19:19:36 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:19:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
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Message-ID: <300767.72289.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I am going to the edge of town and turning left tomorrow morning. Should hit
TR 1000 miles later sometime Friday morning.

--- On Wed, 4/13/11, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

> From: Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Services
> To: "Spridgets" <Spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 2:15 PM
> Dolores and I are on the way. 
> Should be there on Friday.
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 13, 2011, at 11:49 AM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
>
> > I agree, Jay. I have already asked and received
> confirmation for time off
> > Friday
> > So I can be there the entire time of visitation.
> Unfortunately, my son
> > and I are
> > booked on flights Saturday that will prevent me from
> attending
> > Saturday too. I
> > already sent a note to Frankie letting him know that I
> would
> > have otherwise been
> > there both days.
> > - David Booker
> > Long Island
> > ________________________________
> > From: Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
> > To: Spridgets
> > <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 12:38:56 AM
> > Subject:
> > [Spridgets] Services
> >
> > To everyone within driving distance....
> >
> > The dates and
> > times of the services, etc. have been posted. (See
> Below.)
> >
> > So it is time to
> > be frank, no pun intended, for everyone within driving
> distance
> >
> > to get your
> > asses down to Toms River. This isn't something to read
> about on the
> > internet,
> > but to come and express you heartfelt condolences in
> person.
> >
> > Unless there is
> > something of incredible importance that prevents your
> from
> > attending, you
> > need to be here on Friday  evening and/or
> Saturday morning.
> >
> > This si not
> > something you plan. It i something that you drop what
> you're doing
> > and just
> > come.
> >
> > Anderson & Campbell Funeral home.
> > 703 main street
> > Toms river nj 08753
> > Mass and burial is sat morning 9:30 am at St Barnabas
> Church 33 
> > woodland rd
> > Bayville Nj 08721
> >
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From kgb at frontiernet.net  Wed Apr 13 19:39:59 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:39:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank left us all in good hands with each  other.
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikrrNkxo0wo_wts08ye1w0W+czWyQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <268239518.1578647.1302745199518.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Lin,

I feel the same way. Frank and the rest of you 8 balls helped me deal with the loss of Gary and my favorite cousin, who was actually more of a brother than my real brother has ever been. I have often found myself using Clariciisms, such as BFH, Horrible Freight, and drive it like you stole it. His untimely loss has left us with a huge void that will never be filled. I hope that the rest of our Spridget family will continue to stay together as a legacy to the two great members that we have lost this year.

I have checked on plane fares, and there is no way I can make the service, but I promise to be there in spirit. I will be out in the shed working on Madge in the hope that I can get her running and stopping well enough to make it to Wisconsin this summer. I hate beer, but I will drink one for Frank while I am scrubbing and sanding and, with any luck at all, draining whatever mysterious substance is in the gas tank.

Kate


----- Original Message -----
From: "Linda Grunthaner" <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 7:06:25 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank left us all in good hands with each other.

List,
I have been having the most difficult of times keeping myself from crying. I
didn't see Frank often but when I did I was always happy, like all of you he
made us laugh because he had a way of making living fun. I cannot believe
the impact he has had on my life in only 6 short years. I have been sharing
stories with my students the last few days and then while speaking I would
start to cry and have to pull myself together. In some ways frank was like a
brother to me and in some ways he was like a father to me. Between Frank and
this list I have been able to cope with the loss of my dear father. I am
grateful Frank left me in good hands with this beautiful list and all the
beautiful friends I have meet along the way.
Lin
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From twobees at sprynet.com  Wed Apr 13 19:44:50 2011
From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 21:44:50 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
Message-ID: <010601cbfa45$8bcebba0$6401a8c0@normoffice>

I'm sorry to hear of Frank's death.  I didn't know him except through this
Digest and a call once or twice over the years.  But, as an ex-Jersey guy, I
related to him.  Plus, my favorite Uncle lived in Toms River.  He died a
little over a year ago.  And, his funeral was the last time I was there.

Frank was one of those guys who makes a mark on our hobby.  His knowledge,
his friendships, and his excess of parts that he was always so willing to
share made him one-of-a-kind.

Ride in Peace, Frank.  Your memory is with us and our cars.

Norm Sippel
a Floridian now.

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Wed Apr 13 21:07:39 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:07:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
Message-ID: <COL117-W35F3396F8D12373014A48DC2AD0@phx.gbl>

I, like the rest of us, am stunned, and saddened beyond belief.
And like Peter, my monitor keeps fogging up, it's gonna take me some time to
write this.
Please bear with me while I write this. It's gonna be long,
it's really affecting me more than I thought it should.
maybe because I lost my Dad at too young an age.

Frank, and his family are some of the finest people I have had the priviledge
of meeting.
Willing to go out of there way to help others out, and not asking for
anything in return.
I learned of Frank through this list, which I stumbled on in 2000,
while looking for help in bringing my Aunt's and Father's old HP Bugeyeracer
back to life.
 I first met him in person at the first Valentine Rally,
My Bugeye was still in the beginning of resto.
My son and I were admiring Franks Bugeye, he asks,
"wanna take it for a drive?" Seriously??? I ask, "Sure!" he says.
So my son and I take it for a little spin. WOW. What fun.
And I had never met the man.
Those Rallies and the subsequent OSHIT get togethers really showed the great
character
of some of the people on this list.
 I feel blessed to have been a part of the E.A.T. S.H.I.T. crew.
I wasn't able to make it to nearly as many gatherings as I would have liked.
But when I was able, what a blast!
(that was my usual task, bead blasting everything, bout all I was good for,
:-)) But I loved it.
 Super friendly, knowledgeable, hard working, fun loving people.
I think it was one of my first OSHIT gatherings, need to rebuild a set of
carbs,
so Frank said bring em down and we'll have a look.
so I took em apart, cleaned and bead blasted them,
and then Frank rebuilt them in a matter of minutes. They work great.
I tried to give him money for that and all the food and beer we all drank,
but he refused. I left it on a workbench when I left, when I got home.
there was an email asking if I had left money behind and if I did, WHY?
I answered I did, that I felt that I should leave a little something for the
work and the food.
and he said, "Thanks, but it's not necessary, just pay it forward"
as many of you have said.
If you needed something and he had a spare, it was yours. Period
Sprite Spree 03.
I didn't have a Spridget at the event, (I had towed a brown, beat up 77 Midget
that
I had used some parts off of and was trying to sell the rest).
Everyone was going on a cruise in their Spridgets. I didn't have one,
but Frank threw me the key to drive Pieces. Blew me away.
But that's who he was.
After he finished the HOLY Sprite, Tiffany was bugging him to restore a car
for her.
I was over my head reassembling my Bugeye and had a spare Bugeye that I was
using for parts.
He asked me how much I wanted for it.
Since he had done so much for others, I proposed that if he would help me
finish my car,
I would give him my other one. Basically complete, except bonnet and
windshield.
Not too rusty, but had been hit in the rear.
Although, for him it was an easy thing to get my car together, I got the best
of the deal.
I'm sure you all have seen all the work he had to do to restore LadyBug !!
I still feel guilty about it.
I'll never be able to repay him for him for all his help, guidance and
encouragement
over the years.
And to Diane, an amazing woman for putting up with all of us yahoo's invading
her house over the years to play with our crazy little cars.
 Graciously feeding us and putting up with our messes.  THANK YOU SOOO MUCH.
My sincere condolences and my families prayers are with you in your time of
sorrow.

I think a scholarship fund for Frankie the V is a great idea.

ALWAYS remember Frank's mottos

1. Drive it like you stole it!
2. Pay it forward (I'm sure he paid out more than he received)
3. DON'T BUY CHINESE CRAP!!!

Thanks for letting me write.

Brian Seavey
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank!!

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Wed Apr 13 21:08:20 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:08:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Condolences for Frank
Message-ID: <647653.32109.qm@web161215.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

If there was ever a better illustration of "herding cats" it would be this
list.  Nevertheless, if anyone would like to be included on a sympathy card
from the list, please PM your name, and I'll sign your name.

Rick


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From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Apr 13 21:19:36 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 22:19:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [...S...pridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <4DA5934A.2020005@wi.net>
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	<4DA540BE.8070803@justbrits.com> <4DA5934A.2020005@wi.net>
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Dave, send me yer phone # plz !!

ASAP !!

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Wed Apr 13 21:33:54 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:33:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
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References: <462a.6d53ce2c.3ad7691f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <91569C8B197D4B8D9E7327D7ED2C3015@blackbox2>

I seem to recall he had a can of Marmite at the Sprite Jubilee hospitality
room one evening.  I asked him about it and he proceeded to tell me all
about his trip to visit you. He really enjoyed that trip.    

One thing I remember is that he had an aunt who was deceased but she was a
nun at a monastery over there. He said went to visit the place and the
sisters were very hospitable to him and told him all about his aunt.

It's things like this that lead me to believe that Frank has a back stage
pass into heaven.. 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 5:01 PM
To: jfishbein at snet.net
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem

When Frank was in England I introduced him to Marmite.
 
Weslake-Monza1330

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Wed Apr 13 22:34:34 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:34:34 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's photos
In-Reply-To: <672B9CE552D34343B2780A6CC3AD4DD00FF9CF@VHAV11MSGB1.v11.med.va.gov>
References: <672B9CE552D34343B2780A6CC3AD4DD00FF9CF@VHAV11MSGB1.v11.med.va.gov>
Message-ID: <COL117-W14F0A6E0267742130AE690C2AD0@phx.gbl>

I've added a few photos of Frank to to my Photobucket web site.
link to an album I quickly put together.
under the white Bugeye album, you'll see what he had to
start with and finshed LadyBug with.
in the Bugeye pics, at the end
there's a pics of Frank's handywork, puttin the finishing touches on mine.

God Speed Frank.
God better have a good reason for taking you,
like having you fix his Spridget!! Cause we needed him too!

http://s248.photobucket.com/albums/gg190/bugeyeracr/Frank%20Clarici/

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Thu Apr 14 00:44:18 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 02:44:18 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Last road trip with Frank photo
Message-ID: <bcd5.4e3034ad.3ad7f1c2@aol.com>

I agree.
 
Also, one thing I always remember about Frank is that he was keen to get  
youngsters interested in Spridgets so that they would go on to become the 
next  generation of owners.
 
I haven't been to an OSHIT yet but I do plan to one day.
 
Weslake-Monza1330
 
In a message dated 14/04/2011 01:10:24 GMT Daylight Time,  
jfishbein at snet.net writes:

I think  the most fitting ongoing tribute to Frank that all of us could do, 
it to  
continue with fervor the OSHIT weekends.

It will keep the cars on  the road and continue his legacy of good will 
towards 
all Spridget owners.  :-)

jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Thu Apr 14 00:56:01 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 02:56:01 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and the nuns Re:  Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <bf20.1d9f5ce3.3ad7f481@aol.com>

Yes the Nuns.  One of Frank's key objectives on his trip to England  was to 
visit the Nuns.  I don't think I have a photo of Frank with the Nuns  but 
probably Buster will have a copy.  Thanks for explaining that because  Frank 
never did explain what the Nun connection was - I guess we talked about  
cars and stuff too much.
 
I know that Frank planned to visit England again and bring Dianne with him  
but sadly that is not to be, though I hope that Dianne will manage to get 
across  with some of her family on day.
 
I think all the listers know that anyone visiting England is welcome to  
drop by have tea, maybe even stay, and certainly do some Spridgetly stuff with 
 me.  I don't have a family car (just my Sprite) but do live within walking 
 distance of the train station which for an 18 minute train ride will take 
you to  one of the best car museums in the country - in Coventry.
 
A few listers have managed to get across and visit and I hope to see a  few 
more.
 
Regards
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 14/04/2011 04:34:09 GMT Daylight Time,  
dlh2001 at comcast.net writes:

I seem  to recall he had a can of Marmite at the Sprite Jubilee hospitality
room  one evening.  I asked him about it and he proceeded to tell me  all
about his trip to visit you. He really enjoyed that trip.     

One thing I remember is that he had an aunt who was deceased but she  was a
nun at a monastery over there. He said went to visit the place and  the
sisters were very hospitable to him and told him all about his  aunt.

It's things like this that lead me to believe that Frank has a  back stage
pass into heaven.. 

From lists at dinospider.com  Thu Apr 14 02:10:17 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:10:17 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank and the nuns Re:  Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <bf20.1d9f5ce3.3ad7f481@aol.com>
References: <bf20.1d9f5ce3.3ad7f481@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4DA6ABE9.4010808@dinospider.com>

>   me.  I don't have a family car (just my Sprite) but do live within walking
>   distance of the train station which for an 18 minute train ride will take
> you to  one of the best car museums in the country - in Coventry.

  Coventry where the very best cars were built, Singer's !

  I am hoping to make it to the Singer National this year in August but 
doubt I will make it to Coventry.  Coventry is on the places to see list 
when I have more time to enjoy it.

     mike

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Thu Apr 14 03:00:23 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:00:23 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Services
In-Reply-To: <300767.72289.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <300767.72289.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <04FE982057DF41ECBFB55FA9816FD5D7@Home>

>I am going to the edge of town and turning left tomorrow morning. Should 
>hit
> TR 1000 miles later sometime Friday morning.

I am really sorry to have to miss this.  I had planned to drive my Spridget 
down (yes, it is running well).  But  we have nanny duty in Boston this 
weekend and beyond, planned from before the birth of our first grandchild - 
one month for the mom; one month for the dad; and one month for the 
grandparents before the start of surgical residency for the mom.  As you 
might imagine, no one asked me about the wisdom of starting medical 
residency with a three-month-old infant.

Frank was a giant in our world.  There is really nothing we can do that is 
adequate to show our respect.  Pass it on.

Michael Rowe
Long Island, NY

From lotuspilot at frontier.com  Thu Apr 14 04:59:05 2011
From: lotuspilot at frontier.com (lotuspilot at frontier.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:59:05 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <512307.97889.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1560971598.2720252.1302778745876.JavaMail.root@cl02-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

I cannot resist . . . 

Hal, you should have gotten the boot arrow chromed and used red as per factory.  They offered and sold chrome boot badges when they were new.

That was for Frank. He and I were the culprits behind the that major discussion a long time ago. 

I haven't said much until now as I have been reading the lists views on Frank and really really shocked that it happened so quick and now he is gone.  I guess if it is your time, that probably was not a bad way to go.  At least he did not lay around and suffer.  He had enjoyment up until he went home. 

I had asked Franks help so many times that I would know how to list them.  He was a great person who was always ready to help anything that you would ask.  His type are few and far between these days.  

Mike Carpenter
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 2:56:58 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem

Oooooo.....You're in trouble now.

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________
From: Hal Faulkner <frog.aye at gmail.com>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, April 13, 2011 2:15:29 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem

Just painted the "Sprite" lettering on my gold arrow black.
Hal

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Apr 14 06:57:14 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 07:57:14 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
In-Reply-To: <1560971598.2720252.1302778745876.JavaMail.root@cl02-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <1560971598.2720252.1302778745876.JavaMail.root@cl02-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <4DA6EF2A.6000804@justbrits.com>

Hal's "Boot Emblem" is up with Frank.

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:                www.justbrits.com
Currently, it is NOT my site; it IS Frank's !!!

From miniac7 at aol.com  Thu Apr 14 07:01:05 2011
From: miniac7 at aol.com (miniac7 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:01:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
Message-ID: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>

 http://bringatrailer.com/2011/04/11/bat-exclusive-factory-stage-5-tuned-1961
-ah-bugeye-sprite-racer/

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Apr 14 07:41:45 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:41:45 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <4DA6F999.4010701@justbrits.com>

The car is the List's own W.S.T., Howard.

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:                www.justbrits.com
Currently, it is NOT my site;
          it IS Frank's with Hal's Black Boot Emblem !!!

From montpaul at msn.com  Thu Apr 14 07:47:35 2011
From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 06:47:35 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Very interesting listing
Message-ID: <SNT128-W14582283EAE0DCE236CC6CD5AD0@phx.gbl>

NFI
I found this on Craigs List Seattle. However I am not sure how to post how to
get to that site I will give the address:

sale-tfwba-232074192 at craigslist.org

Here is how it is listed: Motor-Ford Flathead V8-60 Crosley Sports Racer-$995
(Roseburg, Oregon)

Hope you can find it

Paul

From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 08:13:06 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:13:06 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Very interesting listing
In-Reply-To: <SNT128-W14582283EAE0DCE236CC6CD5AD0@phx.gbl>
References: <SNT128-W14582283EAE0DCE236CC6CD5AD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=Vb1iv+CzrhH1pbhwL+piauBryzA@mail.gmail.com>

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/pts/2320741920.html

Link

From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 08:14:08 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:14:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>

Wow, is that THE Bishop?

From lmacy at mac.com  Thu Apr 14 08:28:49 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:28:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V Fund
Message-ID: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>

I am in the process of creating a fund in Frankie V's name at PNC. This is a memorial fund and can be used by Frankie IV to open a 529 for Frankie V later (a 529 can only be opened by a family member). All you would have to do is mail a check to PNC with the fund name and it goes right into it.

Sending money direct to the family has an adverse tax issue for them, not for you. 

Other options, if you do not want to wait for later in the day for me to get the fund created and the info for it, would be a Savings Bond (that was Theresa's idea).

I will post back to the lists as soon as I have the account open.

Thanks

Larry

-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 10 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

"Anyone who slaps a 'this page is best viewed with Browser X' label on a Web page appears to be yearning for the bad old days, before the Web, when you had very little chance of reading a document written on another computer, another word processor, or another network."
-Tim Berners-Lee in Technology Review, July 1996

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 08:38:42 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:38:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
References: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
Message-ID: <174FB892-A60C-4298-A549-29409418DF52@gmail.com>

Larry,

Thanks for setting this up.

Kevin V.
Tuscarora, Pa



On Apr 14, 2011, at 10:28 AM, Macy Larry wrote:

> I am in the process of creating a fund in Frankie V's name at PNC.  
> This is a memorial fund and can be used by Frankie IV to open a 529  
> for Frankie V later (a 529 can only be opened by a family member).  
> All you would have to do is mail a check to PNC with the fund name  
> and it goes right into it.
>
> Sending money direct to the family has an adverse tax issue for  
> them, not for you.
>
> Other options, if you do not want to wait for later in the day for  
> me to get the fund created and the info for it, would be a Savings  
> Bond (that was Theresa's idea).
>
> I will post back to the lists as soon as I have the account open.

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Thu Apr 14 08:43:07 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:43:07 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
In-Reply-To: <109533147.54664.1302792078460.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <1730489939.54692.1302792187336.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

On the BBC news this morning...
After 16 years, the new, British designed MG6 started being assembled today at Longbridge.... from imported Chinese made parts!!!

I can just imagine Frank's comments....

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From trevor.jessie at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 09:12:04 2011
From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:12:04 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Very interesting listing
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=Vb1iv+CzrhH1pbhwL+piauBryzA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <SNT128-W14582283EAE0DCE236CC6CD5AD0@phx.gbl>
	<BANLkTi=Vb1iv+CzrhH1pbhwL+piauBryzA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikoZZppuTrsf3by05=bTvWvx+viRQ@mail.gmail.com>

Seems like I saw an MG TD with a flathead ford.  It was interesting in an
"old school" hotrod type way.

-Trevor
PS
Don't miss the big Midget 50th Birthday Party
http://sprite-midgetclub.org/

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:13 AM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:

> http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/pts/2320741920.html
>
> Link
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From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Apr 14 09:23:02 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:23:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <174FB892-A60C-4298-A549-29409418DF52@gmail.com>
References: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
	<174FB892-A60C-4298-A549-29409418DF52@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA71156.3060409@justbrits.com>

Kev & Larry, PLEASE reply to PMs ASAP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 09:36:12 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:36:12 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Clarici arrangements update
Message-ID: <D1B47D87-A9D3-4EE6-BF08-CE78959F804E@gmail.com>

Hey All,

I just spoke with Frankie Clarici.

He asked me to let everyone know that there will be a social  
gathering at the church immediately following interment at the cemetery.

St Barnabas Church
33 Woodland Rd
Bayville Nj 08721

Frankie's request is;  All who can attend, please do so, as, he and  
the family would like to spend time with everyone.

Thanks,

Kevin V.
Tuscarora, Pa

From jfishbein at snet.net  Thu Apr 14 09:49:23 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:49:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <4DA71156.3060409@justbrits.com>
References: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
	<174FB892-A60C-4298-A549-29409418DF52@gmail.com>
	<4DA71156.3060409@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <624165.96677.qm@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Let me understand this.....When you write to us offlist it is PMS?

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: "Shop at " Just Brits "" <shop at justbrits.com>
To: Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>; Spridgets 
<spridgets at autox.team.net>; EasternOshitGroup 
<EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com>; Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com>
Sent: Thu, April 14, 2011 11:23:02 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund

Kev & Larry, PLEASE reply to PMs ASAP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From pchast at francomm.com  Thu Apr 14 10:33:35 2011
From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:33:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
References: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
Message-ID: <op.vtxr99jesjevdj@pete200>

Good Larry,

I was wondering how to go about this. I've decided to send a check for
such a fund instead of spending the same funds for the trip to the wake.
I don't think I would handle the 3 hour trip very well right now anyway.

Please let us know when you have the details.

Thanks,
Pete
Athens, NY



On Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:28:49 -0400, Macy Larry <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

>
> I am in the process of creating a fund in Frankie V's name at PNC. This  
> is a memorial fund and can be used by Frankie IV to open a 529 for  
> Frankie V later (a 529 can only be opened by a family member). All you  
> would have to do is mail a check to PNC with the fund name and it goes  
> right into it.
>
> Sending money direct to the family has an adverse tax issue for them,  
> not for you.
>
> Other options, if you do not want to wait for later in the day for me to  
> get the fund created and the info for it, would be a Savings Bond (that  
> was Theresa's idea).
>
> I will post back to the lists as soon as I have the account open.
>
> Thanks
>
> Larry
>


-- 
Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Apr 14 11:34:18 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:34:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
In-Reply-To: <1730489939.54692.1302792187336.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <109533147.54664.1302792078460.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<1730489939.54692.1302792187336.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <2006F0335D664EFFAB60CBBC6A409820@spider>

http://tinyurl.com/3ul2sl9

==============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 7:43 AM
To: spridgets_autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG

On the BBC news this morning...
After 16 years, the new, British designed MG6 started being assembled today
at Longbridge.... from imported Chinese made parts!!!

I can just imagine Frank's comments....

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Apr 14 11:36:59 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:36:59 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <624165.96677.qm@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <CD9DC6CE-AD95-47CC-87A5-D5016F8F7E0E@mac.com>
	<174FB892-A60C-4298-A549-29409418DF52@gmail.com>
	<4DA71156.3060409@justbrits.com>
	<624165.96677.qm@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4DA730BB.3030702@justbrits.com>

<< Let me understand this.....When you write to us offlist it is PMS? >>

Maybeeeeeeeeeeeeee !!!

Ed
Please visit Frank's site at:                www.justbrits.com
Currently, it is NOT my site;
          it IS Frank's
includes Hal's Black Boot Emblem pics !
includes Obituary

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Thu Apr 14 12:15:50 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:15:50 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
In-Reply-To: <2006F0335D664EFFAB60CBBC6A409820@spider>
Message-ID: <1621702383.58455.1302804950135.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

Jeez... for a moment there I thought I was looking at a Yaris!!!

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com

http://tinyurl.com/3ul2sl9

From lmacy at mac.com  Thu Apr 14 12:26:22 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:26:22 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V Fund
Message-ID: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>

OK Folks, here is the skinny.

Since I am not related to Frankie V, I can not open an account in his name with out jumping through hoops that will take days. I can not even open an account with his name on it with out a copy of his SS card. Not just the number, a copy. So since I do not have time to figure this out, the bank gave me a viable suggestion. Make out any check to "Francis A. Clarici V"  Be sure that you have that V on there. That insures that the checks are for Frankie V. If you want to add something in the memo line, say "for Education Fund" or "In Pops Memory". Then Frankie IV can take them to the bank where they have a stamp they can put on them. He can open a savings account or a 529 education fund. 

Bring them to the funeral or mail them to the Clarici's at the 
631 Parkside Ave
Toms River NJ 08753

Or mail them to me 
729 Barclay Ave
Morrisville PA 19067

Or I can still accept a PayPal if you want to go that route. Or a savings bond. No matter, it's all about Frankie V and his Pops (and to ease Frankie and Jen's ease of mind as well) anyway. 

Sorry for the big delay in what seemed to be such a simple idea. I have been arguing with banks for 2 days just to end up here.

Larry

PS and thanks to Phil Nase for the advice.


-- 

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

 I have great faith in fools - my friends call it self-confidence.
 - Edgar Allen Poe

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Apr 14 12:39:10 2011
From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:39:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] [EasternOshitGroup] Frankie V Fund
Message-ID: <4DA73F4E.30505@justbrits.com>

what the friggin message IS

GIMME cell # plz

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 13:17:49 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:17:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V Fund
In-Reply-To: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
Message-ID: <0C1F4251-AEB2-4E04-AA42-7C78376CBDC4@gmail.com>

Larry and Phil,

Thanks for the time and effort on this.


Kevin V.
Tuscarora, Pa




On Apr 14, 2011, at 2:26 PM, Macy Larry wrote:

> OK Folks, here is the skinny.
>
> Since I am not related to Frankie V, I can not open an account in  
> his name with out jumping through hoops that will take days. I can  
> not even open an account with his name on it with out a copy of his  
> SS card. Not just the number, a copy. So since I do not have time  
> to figure this out, the bank gave me a viable suggestion. Make out  
> any check to "Francis A. Clarici V"  Be sure that you have that V  
> on there. That insures that the checks are for Frankie V. If you  
> want to add something in the memo line, say "for Education Fund" or  
> "In Pops Memory". Then Frankie IV can take them to the bank where  
> they have a stamp they can put on them. He can open a savings  
> account or a 529 education fund.
>
> Bring them to the funeral or mail them to the Clarici's at the
> 631 Parkside Ave
> Toms River NJ 08753
>
> Or mail them to me
> 729 Barclay Ave
> Morrisville PA 19067
>
> Or I can still accept a PayPal if you want to go that route. Or a  
> savings bond. No matter, it's all about Frankie V and his Pops (and  
> to ease Frankie and Jen's ease of mind as well) anyway.
>
> Sorry for the big delay in what seemed to be such a simple idea. I  
> have been arguing with banks for 2 days just to end up here.
>
> Larry
>
> PS and thanks to Phil Nase for the advice.
>
>
> -- 
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
> macy at upenn.edu
> Senior IT Program Director
> Neuropsychiatry Section
> Department of Psychiatry
> University of Pennsylvania
> 3400 Spruce St. - 1015 Gates
> Philadelphia, PA 19104
>
>  I have great faith in fools - my friends call it self-confidence.
>  - Edgar Allen Poe
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>
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From John.Deikis at va.gov  Thu Apr 14 14:00:01 2011
From: John.Deikis at va.gov (Deikis, John G)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:00:01 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's...
Message-ID: <672B9CE552D34343B2780A6CC3AD4DD00FFED6@VHAV11MSGB1.v11.med.va.gov>

Negotiating with Harbor Freight for U.S. distribution?



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From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net

[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS

Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 7:43 AM

To: spridgets_autox.team.net

Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG



On the BBC news this morning...

After 16 years, the new, British designed MG6 started being assembled
today

at Longbridge.... from imported Chinese made parts!!!



I can just imagine Frank's comments....



--

Dave G  KK7SS

DN06ig



,59 Morris Minor 1000

'65 Sprite - in process

'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.

'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 14:21:29 2011
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:21:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
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Too bad they didn't go the Honda S800 or Datsun 2000 route and design a car
that looked like an MG.

- Tom

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote:

> Jeez... for a moment there I thought I was looking at a Yaris!!!
>
> --
> Dave G  KK7SS
> DN06ig
>
> ,59 Morris Minor 1000
> '65 Sprite - in process
> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Thu Apr 14 14:26:46 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:26:46 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
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god must be getting quite an earful right now. 

half way to jersey, 
ron 
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 14:33:06 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:33:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's photos
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I like the end of this about God taking him so soon.
Lin

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 12:34 AM, brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> I've added a few photos of Frank to to my Photobucket web site.
> link to an album I quickly put together.
> under the white Bugeye album, you'll see what he had to
> start with and finshed LadyBug with.
> in the Bugeye pics, at the end
> there's a pics of Frank's handywork, puttin the finishing touches on mine.
>
> God Speed Frank.
> God better have a good reason for taking you,
> like having you fix his Spridget!! Cause we needed him too!
>
> http://s248.photobucket.com/albums/gg190/bugeyeracr/Frank%20Clarici/
>
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
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From b-evans at earthlink.net  Thu Apr 14 14:39:27 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:39:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank was right!!!!
Message-ID: <001c01cbfae4$0d4256d0$27c70470$@net>

We all know of Frank's "love" of anything Chinese.  This article in last
night's Daily Mail proves he was right in everything he had to say of them.
Only the Chinese would be so insensitive, so callous, so
<http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heartless> heartless, so
inhumane, so  <http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compassionless>
compassionless and so
<http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/desensitized> desensitized as to
make this announcement before he is even in his grave.  They did not have
the guts to do it while he could still fight back.  

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1376467/First-new-MG-rolls-productio
n-line-Longbridge-years.html 

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Thu Apr 14 14:39:27 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:39:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <002101cbfae4$0d8ca640$28a5f2c0$@net>

When Frank and I visited the Heritage Centre, two of the questions that
Frank wanted settled in his own mind were:

 

1.     What was the color of the boot emblem, gold or silver (chrome)

2.     What was the color of the gas cap, chrome or body color.

 

Richard Bacchus and Richard Brotherton, curators at the Centre were able to
answer the questions to his satisfaction:

 

1.      The boot emblem was gold with red highlights

2.      The gas cap was chrome

 

I was also able to look up my car in the log book kept in the clerk's
meticulous hand.  It did indeed leave the assembly line with white side
walls tires, contrary to the contention that I have met over the years that
they came with only black walls.

 

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Thu Apr 14 14:39:27 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:39:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie Five
Message-ID: <002601cbfae4$0dec2b60$29c48220$@net>

We have all lost a dear friend, and our hearts ache for our loss.  But there
is one whose loss is greater than ours.  Frankie Five, as I began calling
him the day after he was born, has lost something even more important in
life.  He has lost his Grandpa.  If ever there was a doting grandfather, it
was Frank.  There was nothing he would not do for his grandson.  Frankie
Five was but weeks old when his Grandfather started planning the gifts he
was going to give him;  gifts like those that Frank had enjoyed as a child.
Be it restoring bicycles or tin toys long gone from the market, Frank threw
the same energies and demand for perfection that he had taken in restoring
Sprites and Midgets.

 

Now, he will see his Grandpa no more.  He will grow up missing the fun and
the guidance Frank would given him in his formative years.

 

I now plan to write a letter to Frankie Five;  a letter that he will be able
to read 15, 20, 30 years from now.  In it I want to share with him the
remembrances Pam and I have of the guy she described perfectly last night:
Happy.  I want Frankie Five to know what fun his Grandpa was at the
BusterCluster, how he loved our trip to England where he thrived on the
highways and byways and thrilled driving the curving country roads.  I want
him to know how Frank was awed by Salisbury Cathedral and had questions
important to him answered when we went to the Heritage Centre.  Above all, I
want him to know how Frank was one of the finest friends I have ever had,
and how many people loved him so dearly.

 

Now, I would like some of you to write a letter to Frankie Five, letting him
know how important his Grandfather was in the lives of so many people across
the land, and in England as well.  You can send it to:

 

Frank Clarici V

631 Parkside Ave

Toms River,  NJ 08753

 

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Thu Apr 14 15:11:05 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:11:05 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Boot Emblem
Message-ID: <1dfc2.6913b1db.3ad8bce8@aol.com>

Hi Buster,
 
I'm pretty sure that it was down to yourself that Frank visited England and 
 I'm glad you were able to encourage him to do so.  I'm only sad that he  
won't be able to return and bring Dianne with him as he planned.
 
Regards
 
Daniel
 
In a message dated 14/04/2011 21:56:11 GMT Daylight Time,  
b-evans at earthlink.net writes:

When  Frank and I visited the Heritage Centre, two of the questions that
Frank  wanted settled in his own mind were:

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Thu Apr 14 15:45:20 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:45:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: What's next? Franks Spridget Projects
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I ws going through some old emails and found this.

Hmmm, let's see
since he wrote this in 2007, how many did he do?
Not counting all the work he did helping others do their cars

he did find a 67,
The Holy Sprite,
Ladybug,
The $500 Midget
any others???


Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:44:10 -0500
> From: spritenut at comcast.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: What's next?
>
> Having just finished my umteenth restoration of the 58 Sprite, I got to
> thinking that I have turned out almost 1 LBC a year since about 1989.
> Counting my first Bugeye project of 88/89 (60 yellow Sprite)
> Next came a white 68 Sprite for my wife.
> 3rd was my green 59 Bugeye that I over restored.
> 4th was Jr's 63 Mini
> 5th was a rubber bumper Midget I did to sell
> 6th was a 59 Austin A40 for my daughter in 97 (still around)
> 7th was PIECES to replace my wife's white Sprite (sold)
> 8th was a red 69 Sprite I sold
> 9th was Peter's GFT SPRITE
> 10th was a yellow 69 Sprite (sold)
> 11th was a 73 red Midget (sold after SS03)
> 12th was my 59 Speedwell Sprite
> 13th aha, that's why I hated it.  #13 the 64 Healey 3000
> 14th was the rally Midget of BABE fame last year
> and the latest 58 Sprite this year.
> So what's next?
> A 67 Concours Sprite? Anybody have a decent 67 tub?
>
> --
> Frank Clarici
> Toms River, NJ

From jlaird237 at cox.net  Thu Apr 14 16:03:35 2011
From: jlaird237 at cox.net (Jack Laird)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:03:35 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
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What the heck, that is a dumb looking car, No more an MG than my Bugeye.


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To: "spridgets_autox.team.net" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 3:21 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG


> Too bad they didn't go the Honda S800 or Datsun 2000 route and design a 
> car
> that looked like an MG.
>
> - Tom
>
> On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote:
>
>> Jeez... for a moment there I thought I was looking at a Yaris!!!
>>
>> --
>> Dave G  KK7SS
>> DN06ig
>>
>> ,59 Morris Minor 1000
>> '65 Sprite - in process
>> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 16:31:52 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:31:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG
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If "Oriental" isn't an unacceptable word nowadays we can just call them "OMG"s.

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Thu Apr 14 16:53:15 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:53:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] FW:  Chinese MG's ... OMG
Message-ID: <73FF52947042486EBAEE9BCF460A2EE8@spider>

Been done before; remember the Sterling badged Honda?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterling_(car)
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Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 3:04 PM
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What the heck, that is a dumb looking car, No more an MG than my Bugeye.

===========================================
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Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 3:21 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Chinese MG's ... OMG


> Too bad they didn't go the Honda S800 or Datsun 2000 route and design a 
> car
> that looked like an MG.
>
> - Tom
>
> On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote:
>
>> Jeez... for a moment there I thought I was looking at a Yaris!!!
>>
>> --
>> Dave G  KK7SS
>> DN06ig
>>
>> ,59 Morris Minor 1000
>> '65 Sprite - in process
>> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>>
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From montpaul at msn.com  Thu Apr 14 16:59:42 2011
From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:59:42 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Interesting car
Message-ID: <SNT128-W39311092F05E6A62FFEAC5D5AD0@phx.gbl>

Motor - Ford Flathead V8 60 Crosley Sports Racer - $995 (Roseburg, Oregon)

Date: 2011-04-12, 10:05AM PDT
Reply to: sale-tfwba-2320741920 at craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]




I have for sale a Ford flathead V-8 60 mated to a Chevy T-10 transmission via
a new speedway transmission adaptor. The engine seems to be a complete long
block with custom made headers. The heads are off (Actually just sitting on
the motor) so the pistons and bores are visible. The engine turns and
everything seems to be clean and in good condition, but I have not had the
engine apart to inspect the lower end. I have other parts such as the original
style aluminum intake, the front mounted distributer and headers for a boat
application and some other miscellaneous parts. $995 OBO. The motor is
currently sitting in a one off Crosley fiberglasssports racer. I plan to
remove the Flathead and install the Crosley motor and transmission (which I
also have) - basically take it back to the original condition that it was in
when built back in the late 1950s or 1960s.

This motor could be used in a vintage speed boat, in an old midget race car or
in a small hot rod. If someone wants the motor for an old Crosley, I also have
a narrowed 1939 Ford rear end that I would sell. These engines are getting to
be hard to find as they are fairly rare. I might be willing to sell the
Crosley sports car special / vintage race car / sports racer - whatever it is
- if someone is interested. The car appears to be a one-off, hand built fiber
glass body attached to a modified Crosley frame. The body is quite good, with
no cracking. Right now, a buyer would have a choice of running gear or I would
consider selling the race car with both configuations and let him decide
later. The price would depend on what all the buyer wants. The Crosley special
needs work and restoration, but it is a cool car. It should be eligible for
vinatage racing.

I might also consider something unusual to trade for - part trade or full
trade? Perhaps a Fiat 500, a Autobianchi Bianchina, or? I have posted some
pictures, if you need more, I can email them upon request. If you are
interested, please contact me via email through the craig's list link above or
call 541-four five nine - 3254. Thanks Bill

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sport cobra ford rare midget project car austin healey sprite bugeye bug eye
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 17:30:09 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 19:30:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Full house of Franks friends
Message-ID: <BANLkTin46rPxBTED=oKhhrZoxcNwb6GMPA@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I am happy to say I will be having some of Franks friends stay over for the
services, Chuck Crist & wife, David Lieb, possibly brad formal and one more
of franks friends forgot the name but from texas , should be fun with 700 sq
feet home : ) LBC and little home.
Lin
PS I may stay across the street with other friends if it gets too crowded
(sp)

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 17:59:55 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:59:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Full house of Franks friends
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Fornal can sleep under Pinkie....    ;-)

Cheers!!
Jim

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 6:30 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> List,
> I am happy to say I will be having some of Franks friends stay over for the
> services, Chuck Crist & wife, David Lieb, possibly brad formal and one more
> of franks friends forgot the name but from texas , should be fun with 700
> sq
> feet home : ) LBC and little home.
> Lin
> PS I may stay across the street with other friends if it gets too crowded
> (sp)
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Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 18:07:06 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:07:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Full house of Franks friends
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Hope they all can make it I have friends at work bringing in sleeping bags.

Lin

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 7:59 PM, Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com> wrote:

> Fornal can sleep under Pinkie....    ;-)
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim
>
> On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 6:30 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:
>
>> List,
>> I am happy to say I will be having some of Franks friends stay over for
>> the
>> services, Chuck Crist & wife, David Lieb, possibly brad formal and one
>> more
>> of franks friends forgot the name but from texas , should be fun with 700
>> sq
>> feet home : ) LBC and little home.
>> Lin
>> PS I may stay across the street with other friends if it gets too crowded
>> (sp)
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>
>
> --
> Cheers!!
> Jim Johnson
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> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
> Info & Registration here:
> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 18:11:42 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:11:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] @ the service to find me I'll be wearing something Pink
	: )
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List,
It will be very crowded tomorrow and Saturday. To honor Frank and to help
identify myself I will be wearing something Pink as Frank motivated me to
buy Pinky and helped her survive. I am not exactally sure what it will be
because girls at work will be bring in sweaters and or blazers. I'll choose
upon the best fit ; )
Linda

62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

From jessmd1 at comcast.net  Thu Apr 14 19:17:49 2011
From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:17:49 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
Message-ID: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>

    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled  
all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or  
3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 19:46:26 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:46:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <33ACAEFD-4296-484F-910E-DC966C3E4565@gmail.com>

On Apr 14, 2011, at 9:17 PM, Jess Power wrote:

>    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake  
> fluid.Bled all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to  
> floor.If pumped 2 or 3 times brakes are fine.No leaks  
> anywhere.What's next?


Jess,

There is still air in the lines somewhere.  Bleed them more.  If that  
doesn't work then suspect the Master Cylinder.

Kevin V
Tuscarora, Pa

From pythias at pacifier.com  Thu Apr 14 19:59:40 2011
From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:59:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>

Hello,

       bought a long 14 mm wrench today, got under the car and banged
       with a hammer on it and still can't budge the fill plug.
       Someone suggested warming it with a 100 watt light bulb...
       would driving the car and warming the tranny do the same thing,
       seeing as how I don't have a drop light? .. or should I get one
       of those too?.... (mine is a cordless LED type, no heat)... or
       how about a blow dryer aimed at the plug?...

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
 '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403   "the red thing"
 
  Every time I've built character, I've regretted it 

From millerls at ado13.com  Thu Apr 14 20:34:01 2011
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 19:34:01 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <B97C970B-DF0B-4E8D-87A4-79D92EFFAD18@gerardsgarage.com>
References: <009601cbf8b3$cd285cc0$67791640$@com>
	<B97C970B-DF0B-4E8D-87A4-79D92EFFAD18@gerardsgarage.com>
Message-ID: <F962C8E1-77C5-4A3E-949E-8B82E1507DAD@ado13.com>

Returned home from a 3 week vacation about an hour ago. No mail or phone for 3
weeks. Booted the machine and downloaded 1270 Emails. I was scanning the
subjects and one of the first I opened was "Sad News". Like gerard, I first
ran into Frank on the old Austin Healey list and first meet him face to face
at Buster Cluster in 2006.

I'm stunned and want to cry. With Frank you always knew where he stood.

He will be truly missed by all that ever had any contact with him.

Larry Miller


On Apr 12, 2011, at 10:03 AM, Gerard wrote:

> Shocking and sad to hear.
>
> I first became acquainted with Frank in late '95, when the Internet
> was just getting going and there was one one chat group for all
> Healey's, big and small. I finally met Frank in person at LotO in
> 2008. He spent a lot of time proudly showing me the two Bugeyes he
> brought and I got to see the smoke gauge demonstrated in person.  It's
> hard to comprehend where all the years have gone. Even harder to
> understand his sudden passing at such an early age.
>
> My condolences to the Clarici family and to all of his many close
> friends.
>
> Gerard
>
> On Apr 11, 2011, at 6:49 PM,
>
>> From: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com [mailto:midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com
>> ] On
>> Behalf Of Jim Johnson
>> Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 8:33 PM
>> To: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list
>> Subject: [midgetsprite] Sad News...
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this.   I
>> just got
>> off the phone with Frankie Clarici.  They are still pretty much in
>> shock but
>> he told me that he had just returned from the hospital.  Frank
>> Clarici, the
>> dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today.  I
>> will
>> try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.
>>
>> God Speed, Frank.  I miss you already....
>>
>> --
>> Cheers!!
>> Jim Johnson
>> Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
>> Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
>> Info & Registration here:
>> http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
>>
>>
>>
>>
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From aseippel at austin.rr.com  Thu Apr 14 20:45:46 2011
From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:45:46 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>

Verify that the brakes are adjusted correctly. If they are out of
adjustment, the pumping will take up the slack. When you let the system
rest, the springs pull the shoes back and you have free play. Another
possibility is that you still have air in the system. 
Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 8:18 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes

    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled  
all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or  
3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?
_______________________________________________

From dlh2001 at comcast.net  Thu Apr 14 20:46:49 2011
From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 22:46:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>
References: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>
	<797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <AE3664733EC6430A9C9562281A2E5B5C@blackbox2>

Bill, I just want to be sure you're turning the right fill plug.

Driver's side, half way up, just back from the bell housing.

It actually takes a while for the tranny to warm up, and it will only get up
to about 130-140 degrees.  I'm not sure that's gonna make it any easier.

If you can raise the car to get better access then a long pipe slipped over
the wrench may get you the leverage you need to crack it free.

 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net 
Hello,

       bought a long 14 mm wrench today, got under the car and banged
       with a hammer on it and still can't budge the fill plug.
       Someone suggested warming it with a 100 watt light bulb...
       would driving the car and warming the tranny do the same thing,
       seeing as how I don't have a drop light? .. or should I get one
       of those too?.... (mine is a cordless LED type, no heat)... or
       how about a blow dryer aimed at the plug?...

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Thu Apr 14 21:34:49 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:34:49 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Did "My loss.  Our loss" appear?
Message-ID: <006b01cbfb1e$135eed50$3a1cc7f0$@net>

I had sent in a post, "My loss.  Our loss", in which I recounted some of my
memories of Frank and our odyssey in England, and other personal
remembrances of the Spritenut.  I have not seen it appear, and am wondering
if I missed it, or it did not get there. 

 

Buster

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 21:44:38 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 23:44:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Re: Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <F962C8E1-77C5-4A3E-949E-8B82E1507DAD@ado13.com>
References: <009601cbf8b3$cd285cc0$67791640$@com>
	<B97C970B-DF0B-4E8D-87A4-79D92EFFAD18@gerardsgarage.com>
	<F962C8E1-77C5-4A3E-949E-8B82E1507DAD@ado13.com>
Message-ID: <-3742606298371424975@unknownmsgid>

> Returned home from a 3 week vacation about an hour ago. No mail or phone for 3
> weeks. Booted the machine and downloaded 1270 Emails.

Better check your server again; shoulda bin 1275 emails.
David L

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Thu Apr 14 21:58:24 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 22:58:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimW0M4pJHr_fsfOU=zNxwUf1797nw@mail.gmail.com>

I've had good luck in bench bleeding M/Cs before installing.  Same with
clutch masters on models with separate M/Cs...  You can also use a power
bleeder which can help clear all the damned air out of the system.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 9:45 PM, Jim Seippel <aseippel at austin.rr.com> wrote:

> Verify that the brakes are adjusted correctly. If they are out of
> adjustment, the pumping will take up the slack. When you let the system
> rest, the springs pull the shoes back and you have free play. Another
> possibility is that you still have air in the system.
> Jim
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power
> Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 8:18 PM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
>
>    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled
> all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or
> 3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?
> _______________________________________________
> _______________________________________________
>
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-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Thu Apr 14 22:09:28 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:09:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Did "My loss.  Our loss" appear?
In-Reply-To: <006b01cbfb1e$135eed50$3a1cc7f0$@net>
References: <006b01cbfb1e$135eed50$3a1cc7f0$@net>
Message-ID: <554542.552.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Buster,
I have not received it yet, but there have been hundreds of emails
coming 
through so I guess I could have missed it. When did you send it?
 -
David Booker
Long Island




________________________________
From: Robert
Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net>
To: Spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, April
14, 2011 11:34:49 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Did "My loss. Our loss" appear?

I
had sent in a post, "My loss.  Our loss", in which I recounted some of my
memories of Frank and our odyssey in England, and other personal
remembrances
of the Spritenut.  I have not seen it appear, and am wondering
if I missed it,
or it did not get there. 



Buster
_______________________________________________

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From millerls at ado13.com  Thu Apr 14 22:29:09 2011
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:29:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Did "My loss.  Our loss" appear?
In-Reply-To: <006b01cbfb1e$135eed50$3a1cc7f0$@net>
References: <006b01cbfb1e$135eed50$3a1cc7f0$@net>
Message-ID: <0A269040-9762-4D6E-96C1-EC317717F73D@ado13.com>

I got it Buster....

On Apr 14, 2011, at 8:34 PM, Robert Evans wrote:

> I had sent in a post, "My loss.  Our loss", in which I recounted some of my
> memories of Frank and our odyssey in England, and other personal
> remembrances of the Spritenut.  I have not seen it appear, and am wondering
> if I missed it, or it did not get there. 

From aseippel at austin.rr.com  Thu Apr 14 22:39:45 2011
From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2011 23:39:45 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <AE3664733EC6430A9C9562281A2E5B5C@blackbox2>
References: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>
	<797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>
	<AE3664733EC6430A9C9562281A2E5B5C@blackbox2>
Message-ID: <09d401cbfb27$259d8e50$70d8aaf0$@rr.com>

http://cgi.ebay.com/9-16-SQUARE-WRENCHES-MADE-U-S-A-4PC-LOT-/150564022179?pt
=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item230e50a7a3 

These should work. An alternative is to buy a long open end wrench and weld
a plate across the open end to keep it from spreading. Use a length of pipe
on the wrench to give you leverage. Another solution is to use a pipe wrench
and buy a replacement plug from your Nissan dealer if the old one is too bad
to use again. 

Put a little anti-seize compound on the threads when you replace the plug. -
Jim 


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net 
Hello,

       bought a long 14 mm wrench today, got under the car and banged
       with a hammer on it and still can't budge the fill plug.
       Someone suggested warming it with a 100 watt light bulb...
       would driving the car and warming the tranny do the same thing,
       seeing as how I don't have a drop light? .. or should I get one
       of those too?.... (mine is a cordless LED type, no heat)... or
       how about a blow dryer aimed at the plug?...

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           
_______________________________________________

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Thu Apr 14 23:12:50 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:12:50 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <2047195647.67046.1302844125523.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <930311704.67058.1302844370536.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

You need to use a nice BIG heavy hammer. I used a 5lb MFH with a 8" shaft to bang the wrench alternately right then left -- real hard!
Grip it close to the head and use wrist action. 
Your local professional parts house (not PepBoys but maybe NAPA) might have a square wrench
I picked mine up at a yard sale....

If the car is indoors you could even try an electric heat pad

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Seippel" <aseippel at austin.rr.com>

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 04:13:31 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 06:13:31 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie Five
In-Reply-To: <002601cbfae4$0dec2b60$29c48220$@net>
References: <002601cbfae4$0dec2b60$29c48220$@net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimydNmZ0-WgVhLYnesv+6SaVHyn6w@mail.gmail.com>

Buster,
I read this last night just before I went to sleep, thank you for this
beautiful suggestion I know I will. I will also include some photos just in
case the internet goes away like the Sony BataMax ; )

Buster I am so moved that you have come to join us again and I beg you to
please stay as we need you especially to try and fill this deep void in our
hearts. Also if anyone offends you just let me know because I will
personally go to that persons door and give them a piece of my mind to be
able to keep you here.

You were very special to Frank and we all know he would want you to be here
for all of us : )

BTW I should be driving cross country to my family in CA among other places
we will stop at and want to personally meet you and your dear wife. I wish I
wasn't so shy and hopped a plane to be at the Buster Cluster.
Linda
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 4:39 PM, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:

> We have all lost a dear friend, and our hearts ache for our loss.  But
> there
> is one whose loss is greater than ours.  Frankie Five, as I began calling
> him the day after he was born, has lost something even more important in
> life.  He has lost his Grandpa.  If ever there was a doting grandfather, it
> was Frank.  There was nothing he would not do for his grandson.  Frankie
> Five was but weeks old when his Grandfather started planning the gifts he
> was going to give him;  gifts like those that Frank had enjoyed as a child.
> Be it restoring bicycles or tin toys long gone from the market, Frank threw
> the same energies and demand for perfection that he had taken in restoring
> Sprites and Midgets.
>
>
>
> Now, he will see his Grandpa no more.  He will grow up missing the fun and
> the guidance Frank would given him in his formative years.
>
>
>
> I now plan to write a letter to Frankie Five;  a letter that he will be
> able
> to read 15, 20, 30 years from now.  In it I want to share with him the
> remembrances Pam and I have of the guy she described perfectly last night:
> Happy.  I want Frankie Five to know what fun his Grandpa was at the
> BusterCluster, how he loved our trip to England where he thrived on the
> highways and byways and thrilled driving the curving country roads.  I want
> him to know how Frank was awed by Salisbury Cathedral and had questions
> important to him answered when we went to the Heritage Centre.  Above all,
> I
> want him to know how Frank was one of the finest friends I have ever had,
> and how many people loved him so dearly.
>
>
>
> Now, I would like some of you to write a letter to Frankie Five, letting
> him
> know how important his Grandfather was in the lives of so many people
> across
> the land, and in England as well.  You can send it to:
>
>
>
> Frank Clarici V
>
> 631 Parkside Ave
>
> Toms River,  NJ 08753
>
>
>
> Buster Evans
>
> The BusterCluster Sprite
>
> http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24
>
> http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 04:17:21 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 06:17:21 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Full house of Franks friends
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin46rPxBTED=oKhhrZoxcNwb6GMPA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin46rPxBTED=oKhhrZoxcNwb6GMPA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim-ygjNiPxiLjdrmjv-gVxSPVP-iw@mail.gmail.com>

Update David arrived safely in his Bugeye I will be traveling to the
services with him. Brad will not be coming. Waiting for Chuck and Maryann.
Lin

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 7:30 PM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>wrote:

> List,
> I am happy to say I will be having some of Franks friends stay over for the
> services, Chuck Crist & wife, David Lieb, possibly brad formal and one more
> of franks friends forgot the name but from texas , should be fun with 700 sq
> feet home : ) LBC and little home.
> Lin
> PS I may stay across the street with other friends if it gets too crowded
> (sp)

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Fri Apr 15 04:29:55 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 03:29:55 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>
References: <BANLkTi=U0f5k72FYsVWHjZjj4QsDX0=csA@mail.gmail.com>
	<797207464.20110414185940@pacifier.com>
Message-ID: <324C435AF90C48A6BAC114E68E256869@spider>

Yes, driving the car would heat up the trans. Then you wouldn't be heating
the whole trans with the blow dryer. And the blow dryer is a very good idea.

Remember "righty, tighty; lefty loosey"
...bill in corvallis
===============================================
-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bill L
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 7:00 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions

Hello,

       bought a long 14 mm wrench today, got under the car and banged
       with a hammer on it and still can't budge the fill plug.
       Someone suggested warming it with a 100 watt light bulb...
       would driving the car and warming the tranny do the same thing,
       seeing as how I don't have a drop light? .. or should I get one
       of those too?.... (mine is a cordless LED type, no heat)... or
       how about a blow dryer aimed at the plug?...

-- 
Best regards,
 Bill L.                           mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
 
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 04:58:25 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 06:58:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Datsun tranny fill plug questions
In-Reply-To: <930311704.67058.1302844370536.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <930311704.67058.1302844370536.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <-9087041339136183641@unknownmsgid>

> You need to use a nice BIG heavy hammer. I used a 5lb MFH with a 8" shaft to bang the wrench alternately right then left -- real hard!
> Grip it close to the head and use wrist action.

Good application for a dead-blow hammer.
David L

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Fri Apr 15 05:19:30 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 04:19:30 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
Message-ID: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.

Phil NaseQuakertown, PA


We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
yet.
My Cell is 858-755-2316
Thanks

Bob Kitterer



Rick et al,
My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from somewhere
let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
afternoor/evening.
George Marinos
Glen Rock, NJ


Hi Rick,

215-275-2823

I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.

Larry Macy

Rick,

I'll be there Friday and Sat.
Comfort Inn - Toms River

Kevin Valentine
Rick,



My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.



-=Chris



Chris King


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

Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday night,
but can't be there Saturday. 
 
My number is (516)662-9766
 
Address (not
asked for, but what the heck) is:
 
P.O. Box 1044 
Bellmore, NY 11710
 
Thanks
again,
 - David Booker
And me
Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
570 778 6860

Rick


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--- On Wed, 4/13/11, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

From: HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
Subject: Roster For Frank's Services
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 7:14 PM

It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
attendees. 

Rick Neville


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 05:26:02 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:26:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <3852493632076112427@unknownmsgid>

As Jim pointed out, this is a typical symptom of the rear brake shoes
not being close enough to the drum. In fact, many of the replacement
shoes on the market seem to run out of adjuster before they get to the
drum. You should be able to get a slight drag between shoe and drum.
At that point, the dreaded double-pump should go away (until you get
enough wear to bring it back.
David L

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 06:10:09 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:10:09 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <9214647848266897215@unknownmsgid>

> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA

> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
> yet.
> My Cell is 858-755-2316
> Thanks
> Bob Kitterer

> Rick et al,
> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from somewhere
> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
> afternoor/evening.
> George Marinos
> Glen Rock, NJ

> 215-275-2823
> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.
> Larry Macy

> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
> Comfort Inn - Toms River
> Kevin Valentine

> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
> Chris King

> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday night,
> but can't be there Saturday.
> My number is (516)662-9766
> Address (not
> asked for, but what the heck) is:
> P.O. Box 1044
> Bellmore, NY 11710
> - David Booker

> And me
> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
> 570 778 6860
> Rick

I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
847-848-4793
David L

> From: HealeyRick
> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
> attendees.
>
> Rick Neville

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr 15 06:00:59 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:00:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <2F8B6FB0-5631-429D-B2C2-7930C1329E9B@snet.net>

203-214-8819 Comfort Inn (hopefully)

Jay
-An iPhone communication-

From dlancer7676 at comcast.net  Fri Apr 15 06:16:23 2011
From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:16:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTik_7kmF1Lmk1P6+WhRW6UHv_fZdkw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <988819222.1176656.1302869783632.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

I am so sorry to hear this and very shocked.B  Frank loved life and his
Sprites and was both a wonderful guy and willing resource to all that he
met.B  He will be missed.B  I've never met a guy who had so much fun playing
with any focus of interest than Frank playing with his Sprites.

--David C.
THE SENILITY PRAYER : B Grant me the senility to forget the people
B I never liked anyway,
B The good fortune to run into the ones I do, and
B The eyesight to tell the difference.




----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, "Yahoo Spridget list"
<midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 9:33:23 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News...

It is with heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I write this. B  I just got
off the phone with Frankie Clarici. B They are still pretty much in shock but
he told me that he had just returned from the hospital. B Frank Clarici, the
dean of Spridgets, suffered a heart attack and passed away today. B I will
try to keep everyone informed as funeral plans proceed.

God Speed, Frank. B I miss you already....

--
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!! B Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI B July 18-22, 2011
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From dlancer7676 at comcast.net  Fri Apr 15 06:18:31 2011
From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:18:31 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News!
Message-ID: <598356407.1176800.1302869911637.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

I am so sorry to hear this and very shocked.B  Frank loved life and his
Sprites and was both a wonderful guy and willing resource to all that he
met.B  He will be missed.B  I've never met a guy who had so much fun playing
with any focus of interest than Frank playing with his Sprites.



--David C.
B 

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Fri Apr 15 06:19:13 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:19:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
Message-ID: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would like
to be included

David Lieb
Kate Bales
Jeff Foster
Dave Gropper
Jay Fishbein
Mike Maclean
Bob Walker
Herb Carter
Paul Van Wigg
Jim Johnson
Dan Stapleton
Hal Faulkner
Roger Cotting
Michael Rowe
Rudy Streng
Linda Grunthaner
Bob Kitterer
Dave Woerpel
Buster Evans
Rick Neville
 



Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

From ggroiss at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 06:44:38 2011
From: ggroiss at gmail.com (Gregory Groiss)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:44:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <2F8B6FB0-5631-429D-B2C2-7930C1329E9B@snet.net>
References: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<2F8B6FB0-5631-429D-B2C2-7930C1329E9B@snet.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinF5f2cAy2XBCiLWEyJgg3gtk2K1Q@mail.gmail.com>

732-742-1653 Bayville, NJ

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 8:00 AM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:
> 203-214-8819 Comfort Inn (hopefully)
>
> Jay
> -An iPhone communication-
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From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Apr 15 06:56:04 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:56:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
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References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5D67607C75634583BB897FC52AB27B74@HomePC>

Rick, please put me on there, as well.  Are we,  jointly or severally, 
sending something to the family as well as to the Franky V fund?  Donations 
for flowers or...?

Larry Daniels



-----Original Message----- 
From: HealeyRick
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card

Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would like
to be included

David Lieb
Kate Bales
Jeff Foster
Dave Gropper
Jay Fishbein
Mike Maclean
Bob Walker
Herb Carter
Paul Van Wigg
Jim Johnson
Dan Stapleton
Hal Faulkner
Roger Cotting
Michael Rowe
Rudy Streng
Linda Grunthaner
Bob Kitterer
Dave Woerpel
Buster Evans
Rick Neville




Rick


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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:32:11 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:32:11 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
In-Reply-To: <5D67607C75634583BB897FC52AB27B74@HomePC>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<5D67607C75634583BB897FC52AB27B74@HomePC>
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Yes Rick do you want me to bring a check? I will also be sending a letter
and card with funds personally after the dust settles.
Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 8:56 AM, Larry Daniels <ladaniels at sbcglobal.net>wrote:

> Rick, please put me on there, as well.  Are we,  jointly or severally,
> sending something to the family as well as to the Franky V fund?  Donations
> for flowers or...?
>
> Larry Daniels
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: HealeyRick
> Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
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From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:34:29 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:34:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <78B79FDF-B063-4F79-9048-2B7212BCD360@gmail.com>

On Apr 15, 2011, at 7:19 AM, HealeyRick wrote:

> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's  
> River
> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
>
> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
>
>
> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made  
> reservations
> yet.
> My Cell is 858-755-2316
> Thanks
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
>
>
> Rick et al,
> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from  
> somewhere
> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River  
> Friday
> afternoor/evening.
> George Marinos
> Glen Rock, NJ
>
>
> Hi Rick,
>
> 215-275-2823
>
> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine  
> idea.
>
> Larry Macy
>
> Rick,
>
> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
> Comfort Inn - Toms River

>
> Kevin Valentine - 570 668 6860
> Rick,
>
>
>
> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and  
> will be
> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
>
>
>
> -=Chris
>
>
>
> Chris King
>
>
> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/
>
> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for  
> Friday night,
> but can't be there Saturday.
>
> My number is (516)662-9766
>
> Address (not
> asked for, but what the heck) is:
>
> P.O. Box 1044
> Bellmore, NY 11710
>
> Thanks
> again,
>  - David Booker
> And me
> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
>
>
> Rick
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
>
> --- On Wed, 4/13/11, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> From: HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Roster For Frank's Services
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 7:14 PM
>
> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the  
> wake and
> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you  
> want to
> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
> attendees.
>
> Rick Neville
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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> kevinv1275 at gmail.com

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:35:16 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:35:16 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <3852493632076112427@unknownmsgid>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<3852493632076112427@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimZqxMhc5RtJWMhZnZRqHa2mQ7UQQ@mail.gmail.com>

I miss seeing the post that should be here from Frank as it would be similar
to all of yours regarding this brake problem : (
I would see one of his many explanations how countless solutions from
practice. I don't know how we will get through this other than to continue
what we do. I'm at school now and trying not to cry again but it is hard.
Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 7:26 AM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> As Jim pointed out, this is a typical symptom of the rear brake shoes
> not being close enough to the drum. In fact, many of the replacement
> shoes on the market seem to run out of adjuster before they get to the
> drum. You should be able to get a slight drag between shoe and drum.
> At that point, the dreaded double-pump should go away (until you get
> enough wear to bring it back.
> David L
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From lmacy at mac.com  Fri Apr 15 07:37:05 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:37:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
In-Reply-To: <5D67607C75634583BB897FC52AB27B74@HomePC>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<5D67607C75634583BB897FC52AB27B74@HomePC>
Message-ID: <3186B93B-197A-448D-B73E-E07D3C3E1BF0@mac.com>

As I understand it this is just a card from the Spridget list. You are on your own to make contributions to the Frankie V fund, or whatever.  

Rick correct me if that is wrong. 

I had thought about just haviong folks send me the money and trust that I would make any deposits, but that made me uncomfortable as I would have to account for it. I will still do PayPal if anyone wants. But please make any donations direct to Francis A. Clarici V.

Larry


On Apr 15, 2011, at 08:56 AM, Larry Daniels wrote:

> Rick, please put me on there, as well.  Are we,  jointly or severally, 
> sending something to the family as well as to the Franky V fund?  Donations 
> for flowers or...?
> 
> Larry Daniels
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: HealeyRick
> Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
> 
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would like
> to be included
> 
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Rick
> 
> 
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-- 

Larry Macy
78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
macy at upenn.edu
Senior IT Program Director
Neuropsychiatry Section
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce St. - 10 Gates
Philadelphia, PA 19104

 Ask a question and you're a fool for three minutes; do not ask a question and you're a fool for the rest of your life. 

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:40:21 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:40:21 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: What's next? Franks Spridget Projects
In-Reply-To: <COL117-W25FF3CD62F487E42513700C2AD0@phx.gbl>
References: <45D1421A.4090600@comcast.net>
	<COL117-W25FF3CD62F487E42513700C2AD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimCdZs3T7jULB_D4TVxtnQj9EdV6A@mail.gmail.com>

Beautiful and heartbreaking.
I am sure Frank is helping the Angles with their Spridgets as we speak.
There must be many Holy Sprites up there but now they all run better.
Lin
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"


On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 5:45 PM, brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> I ws going through some old emails and found this.
>
> Hmmm, let's see
> since he wrote this in 2007, how many did he do?
> Not counting all the work he did helping others do their cars
>
> he did find a 67,
> The Holy Sprite,
> Ladybug,
> The $500 Midget
> any others???
>
>
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
>
>
>
> > Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:44:10 -0500
> > From: spritenut at comcast.net
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: What's next?
> >
> > Having just finished my umteenth restoration of the 58 Sprite, I got to
> > thinking that I have turned out almost 1 LBC a year since about 1989.
> > Counting my first Bugeye project of 88/89 (60 yellow Sprite)
> > Next came a white 68 Sprite for my wife.
> > 3rd was my green 59 Bugeye that I over restored.
> > 4th was Jr's 63 Mini
> > 5th was a rubber bumper Midget I did to sell
> > 6th was a 59 Austin A40 for my daughter in 97 (still around)
> > 7th was PIECES to replace my wife's white Sprite (sold)
> > 8th was a red 69 Sprite I sold
> > 9th was Peter's GFT SPRITE
> > 10th was a yellow 69 Sprite (sold)
> > 11th was a 73 red Midget (sold after SS03)
> > 12th was my 59 Speedwell Sprite
> > 13th aha, that's why I hated it.  #13 the 64 Healey 3000
> > 14th was the rally Midget of BABE fame last year
> > and the latest 58 Sprite this year.
> > So what's next?
> > A 67 Concours Sprite? Anybody have a decent 67 tub?
> >
> > --
> > Frank Clarici
> > Toms River, NJ
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:49:34 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:49:34 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
Lin

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Wow, is that THE Bishop?
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 07:54:02 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:54:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] APP Holy Sprite article disappeared?
Message-ID: <BANLkTimF_edQuq6ET2gj4VhSd2=T_0Ucug@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone know if the Holy Sprite article (Asbury Park Press) link has
been changed it doesn't work for me anymore.
Lin

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Apr 15 08:10:00 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:10:00 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Jess, as Jim says. Easiest way to be sure the rears are adjusted is 
to apply the handbrake. Generally 3 clicks should lock the rears. 
And, if it does, then try the pumping the brake pedal. If the feel 
doesn't change, then suspect air is still in the system. It can be 
fiddly to get it all out.
         Peter C
==
At 09:45 PM 4/14/2011, Jim Seippel wrote:
>Verify that the brakes are adjusted correctly. If they are out of
>adjustment, the pumping will take up the slack. When you let the system
>rest, the springs pull the shoes back and you have free play. Another
>possibility is that you still have air in the system.
>Jim
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power
>Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 8:18 PM
>To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
>
>     First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled
>all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or
>3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?
>_______________________________________________

From jimndi at frontiernet.net  Fri Apr 15 08:10:41 2011
From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim F.)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:10:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C7F264513F8E4433AB4A7E9D9F0CA0FD@acerad993ba82b>

----- Original Message -----
From: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 8:19 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card


> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
> Jim & Diane Fournier

>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jimndi at frontiernet.net

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr 15 08:16:59 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:16:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <923267.25740.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Believe or not. Yes.

The Bishop is the name of this, or at least one of, WST's Bugeye.

Do I win something for that answer?

 jay fishbein
wallingford, CT





________________________________
From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
To: derf <derf247 at gmail.com>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net; miniac7 at aol.com
Sent: Fri, April 15, 2011 9:49:34 AM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye

Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
Lin

On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Wow, is that THE Bishop?

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Apr 15 08:20:32 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:20:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <201104150720647.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Actually, this may be the FIRST time.   Read the BAT posting. Great 
car, not very far from me... WST's future former car.
         Peter C
--
At 08:49 AM 4/15/2011, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
>Lin
>
>On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Wow, is that THE Bishop?
> > _______________________________________________

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Fri Apr 15 08:33:35 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:33:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
Message-ID: <8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>

Anyone who knows about shipping hand guns interstate please contact me 
off-list.

Michael Rowe 

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 08:48:43 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:48:43 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <201104150720647.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
	<201104150720647.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTiniVF0avKmE1ctK2pctEKScCKHJog@mail.gmail.com>

I was referring to what WST's means, btw I wasn't trying to be sarcastic : )
Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:20 AM, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com>wrote:

> Actually, this may be the FIRST time.   Read the BAT posting. Great car,
> not very far from me... WST's future former car.
>        Peter C
> --
>
> At 08:49 AM 4/15/2011, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>
>> Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
>> Lin
>>
>> On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Wow, is that THE Bishop?
>> > _______________________________________________

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Apr 15 08:53:39 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:53:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTiniVF0avKmE1ctK2pctEKScCKHJog@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
	<201104150720647.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<BANLkTiniVF0avKmE1ctK2pctEKScCKHJog@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <201104150753328.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

WST = Wm. Severin Thompson

I'm ALWAYS sarcastic ;-)
         PPP
===
At 09:48 AM 4/15/2011, you wrote:
>I was referring to what WST's means, btw I wasn't trying to be sarcastic : )
>Lin
>
>On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:20 AM, Peter Caldwell 
><<mailto:peter at nosimport.com>peter at nosimport.com> wrote:
>Actually, this may be the FIRST time.   Read the BAT posting. Great 
>car, not very far from me... WST's future former car.
>        Peter C
>--
>
>At 08:49 AM 4/15/2011, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
>Lin
>
>On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf 
><<mailto:derf247 at gmail.com>derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Wow, is that THE Bishop?
> > _______________________________________________
>
>
>
>
>
>----------
>
>No virus found in this message.
>Checked by AVG - <http://www.avg.com>www.avg.com
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From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 08:56:10 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:56:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On our way
Message-ID: <B8EE7541-8E45-46A7-8E37-F07E6A4460BB@gmail.com>

Hey All,

Kathy and I are leaving for Toms River now.

This is the first time I'm traveling to Toms River without taking a  
pile of parts to Frank......

Kevin V.
Tuscarora, Pa
Cell 570 778 6860

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr 15 09:00:59 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:00:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
	<8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
Message-ID: <6882.38855.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

That's right folks, you read it right here.

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net>
To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Fri, April 15, 2011 10:33:35 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns

Anyone who knows about shipping hand guns interstate please contact me off-list.

Michael Rowe _______________________________________________

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 09:13:57 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:13:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
Message-ID: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>

Hi List,

After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
very active here for quite a while.

I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my house
and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
a project car is out of the question.

I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
hands out of your pockets.

Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
that everyone write to David Wallens at
david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost a
very important person.

I missed you guys!

Thanks,
Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

From biffjones at verizon.net  Fri Apr 15 09:26:26 2011
From: biffjones at verizon.net (Biff Jones)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:26:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services
Message-ID: <61943F59A84C48D69E9952F195EC2F93@dell1>

I will be there tonight and Saturday. I am staying at the Howard Johnson 
Hotel.
My cell is 410-746-1053
Biff Jones

>> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
>> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
>> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
>
>> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
>> yet.
>> My Cell is 858-755-2316
>> Thanks
>> Bob Kitterer
>
>> Rick et al,
>> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from somewhere
>> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
>> afternoor/evening.
>> George Marinos
>> Glen Rock, NJ
>
>> 215-275-2823
>> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.
>> Larry Macy
>
>> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
>> Comfort Inn - Toms River
>> Kevin Valentine
>
>> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
>> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
>> Chris King
>
>> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday 
>> night,
>> but can't be there Saturday.
>> My number is (516)662-9766
>> Address (not
>> asked for, but what the heck) is:
>> P.O. Box 1044
>> Bellmore, NY 11710
>> - David Booker
>
>> And me
>> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
>> 570 778 6860
>> Rick
>
> I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
> 847-848-4793
> David L
>
>> From: HealeyRick
>> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake 
>> and
>> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want 
>> to
>> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
>> attendees.
>>
>> Rick Neville
> _______________________________________________
>
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 09:41:55 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:41:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=wiJkKCjaDcjN-nbQiNaBdubV__Q@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, generous is a word that keeps popping up when I think of Frank.

From peter at nosimport.com  Fri Apr 15 09:42:01 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:42:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <6882.38855.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
	<8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
	<6882.38855.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <201104150842397.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

I suspect the FBI could assist.....
    ED
At 10:00 AM 4/15/2011, Jay wrote:
>That's right folks, you read it right here.
>
>  jay fishbein
>wallingford, ct
>_______________________________
>From: Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net>
>To: Spridgets net <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>Sent: Fri, April 15, 2011 10:33:35 AM
>Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
>
>Anyone who knows about shipping hand guns interstate please contact 
>me off-list.
>
>Michael Rowe

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 09:46:18 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:46:18 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
	<201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikkjYzHs3MdYAxyXgn8y=F+4z4RGA@mail.gmail.com>

Listers,

It's also a good idea to take your new brake shoes and drums into your local
trusted brake shop, and have the shoes properly arced to the drums.  Theres
not all that much adjustment on the sprite rears so this will ensure that
the entire shoe contacts the drum evenly, for easier adjusting and  better
braking.

Cheers.

Curt
'55 BN1, '60 AN5:{)

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 7:10 AM, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:

> Jess, as Jim says. Easiest way to be sure the rears are adjusted is to
> apply the handbrake. Generally 3 clicks should lock the rears. And, if it
> does, then try the pumping the brake pedal. If the feel doesn't change, then
> suspect air is still in the system. It can be fiddly to get it all out.
>        Peter C
> ==
>
> At 09:45 PM 4/14/2011, Jim Seippel wrote:
>
>> Verify that the brakes are adjusted correctly. If they are out of
>> adjustment, the pumping will take up the slack. When you let the system
>> rest, the springs pull the shoes back and you have free play. Another
>> possibility is that you still have air in the system.
>> Jim
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power
>> Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 8:18 PM
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
>>
>>    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled
>> all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or
>> 3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?
>> _______________________________________________
>>
> _______________________________________________
>
> 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/cnaarndt at gmail.com

From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Fri Apr 15 09:49:19 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:49:19 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
In-Reply-To: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C9CDB70F.2F68A%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Include me.
Billy Zoom

From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr 15 09:54:10 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 08:54:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <61943F59A84C48D69E9952F195EC2F93@dell1>
References: <61943F59A84C48D69E9952F195EC2F93@dell1>
Message-ID: <799838.59208.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

HoJo's? 

Get the clam strips!

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct





________________________________
From: Biff Jones <biffjones at verizon.net>
To: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Fri, April 15, 2011 11:26:26 AM
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services

I will be there tonight and Saturday. I am staying at the Howard Johnson Hotel.
My cell is 410-746-1053
Biff Jones

>> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
>> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
>> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
> 
>> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
>> yet.
>> My Cell is 858-755-2316
>> Thanks
>> Bob Kitterer
> 
>> Rick et al,
>> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from somewhere
>> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
>> afternoor/evening.
>> George Marinos
>> Glen Rock, NJ
> 
>> 215-275-2823
>> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.
>> Larry Macy
> 
>> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
>> Comfort Inn - Toms River
>> Kevin Valentine
> 
>> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
>> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
>> Chris King
> 
>> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday night,
>> but can't be there Saturday.
>> My number is (516)662-9766
>> Address (not
>> asked for, but what the heck) is:
>> P.O. Box 1044
>> Bellmore, NY 11710
>> - David Booker
> 
>> And me
>> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
>> 570 778 6860
>> Rick
> 
> I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
> 847-848-4793
> David L
> 
>> From: HealeyRick
>> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
>> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
>> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
>> attendees.
>> 
>> Rick Neville
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From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 10:03:44 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:03:44 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <61943F59A84C48D69E9952F195EC2F93@dell1>
References: <61943F59A84C48D69E9952F195EC2F93@dell1>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinO=ZfUh8ANa3nJj0m+j6SsjnwgTQ@mail.gmail.com>

Well, if a bunch of listers will be there Saturday as well, I may try to
come down.  I have a feeling the family will be a bit overwhelmed at the
turnout.

It is nice to know that he touched so many lives.

My cell is 484-213-3696.

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 11:26 AM, Biff Jones <biffjones at verizon.net> wrote:

> I will be there tonight and Saturday. I am staying at the Howard Johnson
> Hotel.
> My cell is 410-746-1053
> Biff Jones
>
>  Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
>>> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
>>> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
>>>
>>
>> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
>>> yet.
>>> My Cell is 858-755-2316
>>> Thanks
>>> Bob Kitterer
>>>
>>
>> Rick et al,
>>> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from
>>> somewhere
>>> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
>>> afternoor/evening.
>>> George Marinos
>>> Glen Rock, NJ
>>>
>>
>> 215-275-2823
>>> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.
>>> Larry Macy
>>>
>>
>> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
>>> Comfort Inn - Toms River
>>> Kevin Valentine
>>>
>>
>> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
>>> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
>>> Chris King
>>>
>>
>> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday
>>> night,
>>> but can't be there Saturday.
>>> My number is (516)662-9766
>>> Address (not
>>> asked for, but what the heck) is:
>>> P.O. Box 1044
>>> Bellmore, NY 11710
>>> - David Booker
>>>
>>
>> And me
>>> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
>>> 570 778 6860
>>> Rick
>>>
>>
>> I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
>> 847-848-4793
>> David L
>>
>> From: HealeyRick
>>> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake
>>> and
>>> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want
>>> to
>>> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
>>> attendees.
>>>
>>> Rick Neville
>>>
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Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 10:08:41 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:08:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikpUu=6QNXi2RQShtmHcxiQaiMbqg@mail.gmail.com>

Welcome back Allen,
Frank rebuilt Pinky's carbs the first week I owned her and they are still
great : )
Well put on the generosity no one compares.
Lin


On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 11:13 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi List,
>
> After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> very active here for quite a while.
>
> I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> house
> and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
> a project car is out of the question.
>
> I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
> hands out of your pockets.
>
> Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> that everyone write to David Wallens at
> david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost
> a
> very important person.
>
> I missed you guys!
>
> Thanks,
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 10:10:42 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:10:42 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On our way
In-Reply-To: <B8EE7541-8E45-46A7-8E37-F07E6A4460BB@gmail.com>
References: <B8EE7541-8E45-46A7-8E37-F07E6A4460BB@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimjs8rUPJOT1eVn3n4UMqc8=A3Quw@mail.gmail.com>

Very very very sad.

Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:56 AM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>wrote:

> Hey All,
>
> Kathy and I are leaving for Toms River now.
>
> This is the first time I'm traveling to Toms River without taking a pile of
> parts to Frank......
>
> Kevin V.
> Tuscarora, Pa
> Cell 570 778 6860
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 10:11:27 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:11:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
In-Reply-To: <201104150753328.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
References: <8CDC8BB26182F24-12A8-54F8@webmail-m130.sysops.aol.com>
	<BANLkTikd56PmUXs9ddSiMBj0qKMUZ1eLjg@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikahzDLLVFGBwQyzVx1+XgtiOVhRA@mail.gmail.com>
	<201104150720647.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<BANLkTiniVF0avKmE1ctK2pctEKScCKHJog@mail.gmail.com>
	<201104150753328.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
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Really : )

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:53 AM, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com>wrote:

> WST = Wm. Severin Thompson
>
> I'm ALWAYS sarcastic ;-)
>        PPP
> ===
>
> At 09:48 AM 4/15/2011, you wrote:
>
>> I was referring to what WST's means, btw I wasn't trying to be sarcastic :
>> )
>> Lin
>>
>> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:20 AM, Peter Caldwell <<mailto:
>> peter at nosimport.com>peter at nosimport.com> wrote:
>> Actually, this may be the FIRST time.   Read the BAT posting. Great car,
>> not very far from me... WST's future former car.
>>       Peter C
>> --
>>
>> At 08:49 AM 4/15/2011, Linda Grunthaner wrote:
>> Does anyone know what Ed is trying to say?
>> Lin
>>
>> On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM, derf <<mailto:derf247 at gmail.com>
>> derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Wow, is that THE Bishop?
>> > _______________________________________________
>>
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From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 10:27:10 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:27:10 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikkjYzHs3MdYAxyXgn8y=F+4z4RGA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
	<201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
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Message-ID: <BANLkTimx6OJeh1qFSmZKFi3mQ1WcyzAm7g@mail.gmail.com>

I hate to say this, but what type of brake fluid did you use?  DOT 5
(sillycone) needs to rest for a while to let the air escape.  DOT 4 is
better, and since you should replace the brake fluid every two years, there
is no need to use DOT 5, unless you spent a bundle on your paint.

Also, your bleeding technique is very important.  You can't just open the
bleed screw and pump the pedal, as I have seen done.
Tubing on the bleed screw with the other end in a jar with some brake
fluid.
Open bleed screw, pedal down and hold, close, pedal up, open, pedal down and
hold, close, pedal up...until no bubbles come out of the tubing.
It can take quite a while if you replaced the master cyl.

And I hate those bleed screws with a valve.   They never worked for me.

Jeez!  I have been away for years, and the first day back on the list, I
have to bring up brake fluid!  (I mean, talk about brake fluid.;-)

 Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget



On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 11:46 AM, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com>wrote:

> Listers,
>
> It's also a good idea to take your new brake shoes and drums into your
> local
> trusted brake shop, and have the shoes properly arced to the drums.  Theres
> not all that much adjustment on the sprite rears so this will ensure that
> the entire shoe contacts the drum evenly, for easier adjusting and  better
> braking.
>
> Cheers.
>
> Curt
> '55 BN1, '60 AN5:{)
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 7:10 AM, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Jess, as Jim says. Easiest way to be sure the rears are adjusted is to
> > apply the handbrake. Generally 3 clicks should lock the rears. And, if it
> > does, then try the pumping the brake pedal. If the feel doesn't change,
> then
> > suspect air is still in the system. It can be fiddly to get it all out.
> >        Peter C
> > ==
> >
> > At 09:45 PM 4/14/2011, Jim Seippel wrote:
> >
> >> Verify that the brakes are adjusted correctly. If they are out of
> >> adjustment, the pumping will take up the slack. When you let the system
> >> rest, the springs pull the shoes back and you have free play. Another
> >> possibility is that you still have air in the system.
> >> Jim
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> >> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power
> >> Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2011 8:18 PM
> >> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> >> Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
> >>
> >>    First time filling the brake master cylinder with brake fluid.Bled
> >> all four wheels and the brake pedal goes down to floor.If pumped 2 or
> >> 3 times brakes are fine.No leaks anywhere.What's next?
> >> _______________________________________________
> >>
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From kgb at frontiernet.net  Fri Apr 15 10:31:16 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:31:16 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <445915017.1604847.1302884980713.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <1229560392.1604858.1302885076194.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Welcome Back, Allen. I doubt that anyone on this list is stodgy enough to insist on current Spridget ownership in order to participate. After all, they tolerate me and I am now officially a crazy cat lady, with six of the furry heathens taking over my house.

Kate
Madge - '72 MG Midget

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr 15 10:35:12 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:35:12 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank Clarici.
In-Reply-To: <598356407.1176800.1302869911637.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <2058015361.5225.1302885312596.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

A man is remembered by his acts, his deeds and the quality of his friends.
Frank will be remembered.
RIP

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

From mdrowe at optonline.net  Fri Apr 15 10:38:35 2011
From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:38:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <6882.38855.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
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Message-ID: <43388F0425394C6D9EAAAA5D856452F7@Home>

> That's right folks, you read it right here.

There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants 
to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett 
physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it is 
one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the 
gun.

I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the 
"Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school. 
These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in 
Boston in June.

Never assume,
Michael Rowe 

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr 15 11:00:30 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:00:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimx6OJeh1qFSmZKFi3mQ1WcyzAm7g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>,
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>,
	<201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>,
	<BANLkTikkjYzHs3MdYAxyXgn8y=F+4z4RGA@mail.gmail.com>,
	<BANLkTimx6OJeh1qFSmZKFi3mQ1WcyzAm7g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w28FE909517D43C26D9DA8CB8AC0@phx.gbl>

My problem isn't 'bleeding'.  I do that quite well.  It getting the bleeding
to stop that can be difficult. ;)
I'm happy to hear that you didn't actually 'bring up' brake fluid.  Not that
would be a bad thing if you had actually ingested it.  It's the ingesting part
that might disturb me.



> Also, your bleeding technique is very important.
>
> Jeez!  I have been away for years, and the first day back on the list, I
> have to bring up brake fluid!  (I mean, talk about brake fluid.;-)
>
>  Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget

From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 11:10:43 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:10:43 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
Message-ID: <mailman.19.1302887472.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

I knew you were not running guns!!!

This should be simple to send, but it is likely like shipping booze. Lot's of regulations that make it difficult for the average person.

If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"

Steve
------Original Message------
From: Mike Rowe
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Jay
To: spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
Sent: Apr 15, 2011 12:38 PM

> That's right folks, you read it right here.

There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants 
to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett 
physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it is 
one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the 
gun.

I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the 
"Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school. 
These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in 
Boston in June.

Never assume,
Michael Rowe 
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From rdgard at cox.net  Fri Apr 15 11:24:09 2011
From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:24:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
In-Reply-To: <mailman.5660.1302879382.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.5660.1302879382.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <26999086987445F09623B136C6691EC7@OfficePC>

Please include me on this list.  I have been very silent since my first
post, I find it very difficult to express how I feel.  I had a wonderful
time with Frank at the BusterCluster.

bob

Robert D. Gardner
 
Gardner Productions LLC
Film and Video Production since 1978
619-460-1000
www.gardnerproductions.com

 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: HealeyRick
> Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
 ****************************************

From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Fri Apr 15 11:28:59 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:28:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <20110415172715.3CCF618786E@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <20110415172859.64QBP.4194.root@cdptpa-web22-z02>

The piece that contains the serial number, usually the frame or receiver, is always considered the gun even if it is only one piece.  All of the other parts can be shipped however you want.

> If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr 15 11:30:00 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:30:00 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <20110415172716.E02441878AE@autox.team.net>
References: <20110415172716.E02441878AE@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w10B8475776887DCCC01A23B8AC0@phx.gbl>

Part of it will be a gun.

I think it's common practice to send firearms through the mail in Canada, but
... you have to have all the permits in order.


> To: mdrowe at optonline.net; spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net;
jfishbein at snet.net; spridgets at autox.team.net
> From: an5.sprite at gmail.com
> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:10:43 +0000
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
>
> I knew you were not running guns!!!
>
> This should be simple to send, but it is likely like shipping booze. Lot's
of regulations that make it difficult for the average person.
>
> If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"
>
> Steve
> ------Original Message------
> From: Mike Rowe
> Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> To: Jay
> To: spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
> Sent: Apr 15, 2011 12:38 PM
>
> > That's right folks, you read it right here.
>
> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants
> to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett
> physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it is
> one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the
> gun.
>
> I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the
> "Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school.
> These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in
> Boston in June.
>
> Never assume,
> Michael Rowe

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr 15 11:33:21 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:33:21 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <20110415172725.20391187667@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <1344163291.6011.1302888801453.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

For a small fee, your local friendly ffl holder can ship it to their local friendly ffl holder. Label it "collector item"

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
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From jdinnis at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 11:36:14 2011
From: jdinnis at gmail.com (John Innis)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:36:14 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <20110415172724.3789F1878AD@autox.team.net>
References: <20110415172724.3789F1878AD@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinTK6nPGuLJ76U+n_sxjsJh_og64w@mail.gmail.com>

Carefull there!   At least one peice will always be a gun.  Usually the
frame or receiver with a serial number stamped on it.  For example if you
break down an AR15, you can ship everyhting except the lower reciver.  That
chunk of aluminum (and anything bolted to it) is a "gun", and everythign
else is "parts".


On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 12:10 PM, <an5.sprite at gmail.com> wrote:

> I knew you were not running guns!!!
>
> This should be simple to send, but it is likely like shipping booze. Lot's
> of regulations that make it difficult for the average person.
>
> If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"
>
> Steve
>  ------Original Message------
> From: Mike Rowe
> Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> To: Jay
> To: spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
> Sent: Apr 15, 2011 12:38 PM
>
> > That's right folks, you read it right here.
>
> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother
> wants
> to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett
> physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it
> is
> one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the
> gun.
>
> I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the
> "Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school.
> These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in
> Boston in June.
>
> Never assume,
> Michael Rowe
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From lists at dinospider.com  Fri Apr 15 11:39:20 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:39:20 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <20110415172716.D1F871878AC@autox.team.net>
References: <20110415172716.D1F871878AC@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4DA882C8.60803@dinospider.com>

  Unfortunately, yes it is still a gun.  Lugers basically come apart in 
2 pieces, the bottom half  handpiece with the trigger and clip housing I 
think could be shipped as that is not a gun (I THINK I DONT KNOW FOR 
SURE) but the top half with the barrel and receiver IS A GUN since it 
can hold a round and be fired and can't be shipped via normal 
inexpensive methods.

   The best way is to find someone with a FFL (Federal Firearms License) 
in both towns and pay them to do the shipping, most FFL's will do it 
inexpensively and it might end up costing a $100 to ship it with FFL 
fees at both ends but its worth it to do it right.  Just ask your local 
gun shop for advice they will happily help you out on this.  With the 
rules in place, I think they will have to go through waiting period and 
registration at the other end, but not shipped a gun since before 9/11.

  Note that a Luger can be quite expensive (worthless also but most are 
not) so its worth doing it right and risk avoiding the Feds taking it 
and confiscating it.  And please make sure there is no round in the 
chamber before disassembling it, I took mine apart one day by pushing 
the barrel against my chest and 30 years later I still get shivers when 
I think about the live round in the chamber as I did it, I was young and 
very stupid and while I knew to be careful around guns, it taught me 
that I was not following the rules I knew and been much more careful since.

     mike

On 04/15/2011 10:10 AM, an5.sprite at gmail.com wrote:
> I knew you were not running guns!!!
>
> This should be simple to send, but it is likely like shipping booze. Lot's of regulations that make it difficult for the average person.
>
> If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"
>
> Steve
> ------Original Message------
> From: Mike Rowe
> Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> To: Jay
> To: spridgets
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
> Sent: Apr 15, 2011 12:38 PM
>
>    
>> That's right folks, you read it right here.
>>      
> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants
> to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett
> physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it is
> one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the
> gun.
>
> I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the
> "Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school.
> These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in
> Boston in June.
>
> Never assume,
> Michael Rowe
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Fri Apr 15 11:48:03 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:48:03 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <43388F0425394C6D9EAAAA5D856452F7@Home>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
	<8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
	<6882.38855.qm@web83905.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<43388F0425394C6D9EAAAA5D856452F7@Home>
Message-ID: <7DE9E55B-F101-4A85-8258-08F8B5533A90@snet.net>

A simple Google search gave alot of answers to this question.

Google is a search engine.

Jay
-An iPhone communication-

On Apr 15, 2011, at 12:38 PM, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:

>> That's right folks, you read it right here.
>
> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants
to pass on to his son.

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 11:54:25 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:54:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
In-Reply-To: <26999086987445F09623B136C6691EC7@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.5660.1302879382.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<26999086987445F09623B136C6691EC7@OfficePC>
Message-ID: <BANLkTink9X0Ou5Vn7VdMSLJHLnyc=6+VVA@mail.gmail.com>

Bob,
Hang in there. I am glad you are able to post.
Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:24 PM, Bob Gardner <rdgard at cox.net> wrote:

> Please include me on this list.  I have been very silent since my first
> post, I find it very difficult to express how I feel.  I had a wonderful
> time with Frank at the BusterCluster.
>
> bob
>
> Robert D. Gardner
>
> Gardner Productions LLC
> Film and Video Production since 1978
> 619-460-1000
> www.gardnerproductions.com
>
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: HealeyRick
> > Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
> >
> > Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> > Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> > like
> > to be included
> >
> > David Lieb
> > Kate Bales
> > Jeff Foster
> > Dave Gropper
> > Jay Fishbein
> > Mike Maclean
> > Bob Walker
> > Herb Carter
> > Paul Van Wigg
> > Jim Johnson
> > Dan Stapleton
> > Hal Faulkner
> > Roger Cotting
> > Michael Rowe
> > Rudy Streng
> > Linda Grunthaner
> > Bob Kitterer
> > Dave Woerpel
> > Buster Evans
> > Rick Neville
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Rick
> >
>  ****************************************
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From b-evans at earthlink.net  Fri Apr 15 12:09:47 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:09:47 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] (Part 1) rying "My loss.  Our loss" again
Message-ID: <010801cbfb98$4f15ca60$ed415f20$@net>

(I am still getting reports from people who have NOT received this post.
So, I will try it again, but this time in two parts.)

 

I have been a professional wordsmith all of my life.  And yet, today I
cannot find the words to describe how I feel on Frank's passing.  I am
simply bereft beyond all comprehension at the loss of a friend like no other
I have had in this life.  I think that because for two incredibly fantastic
weeks, Frank and I were on a unique odyssey traveling the highways and
byways of England, I had a quite different insight into Frank than others
might have had.  He was simply a remarkable man, inside and out.

 

I am afraid that when Diane called with the news, I was shattered and I came
to pieces.  So, too, was Pam;  how she and Diane were able to understand
each other through their mournful crying I do not know.  My own sobbing has
been inconsolable.  Since that moment, Frank has never left my mind and I
think of the good times we shared in our almost daily contact, either by
telephone or through e-mail;  the tears never far away.

 

How does one describe Frank Clarici?  Pam said that the first thing that
came to mind was "happy", and he was certainly that.  How else to describe
him?  Larger than life, happy-go-lucky, never knew a stranger, generous, big
hearted, magnanimous, good hearted, kind, open handed, unselfish, unsparing,
overgenerous.  All, without question, apply to Frank. 

 

Like several others, I first met Frank at the BusterCluster in 2006.  Oh, I
had exchanged e-mail with him through the Spridget list, realizing that he
and I had both signed up on its first day in business.  At the
BusterCluster, Frank was everywhere working with different small groups
tasked with a small piece of the action.  Throughout those mystical, magical
three days, Frank was the "go to guy" whenever someone was faced with a
thorny problem.  How I remember the big joke was that Frank was going to
lift the engine in single-handedly.  He didn't, of course, but
unfortunately, he took home a hernia for his effort.

 

I can honestly say that I have never met anyone other than Frank who has
shared so well my warped sense of humor.  The cartoons and jokes we shared
to each other but no other, were to me a measure of the man.  Naturally, so
many of them revolved around "Chinese Crap" and his great, uh.errr. "love"
of everything Chinese.  Once, I bought a computer program for learning
Chinese, sending it to him in a package with everything in Chinese
characters.  Then  there was the time I sent him tickets to a Chinese New
Year's Ball.  And stuff from the Chinese embassy.   And whenever I called,
it was either from the Chinese take-out asking about his order, or I was
asking Diane for "Ching Chang Charry Carici".

 

(See Part 2) for the rest.

 

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

From alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com  Fri Apr 15 12:28:40 2011
From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com (Alan)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:28:40 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] FRANK CLARICI R.I.P.
Message-ID: <em05cf1532-d6af-4367-9517-3a2f570fc838@Win7-101110>

Please add my name to the list on the Franks condolance card , I have 
asked
to be remembered before but can't see my name .
  
my personal card will not
make it across the 'pond' in time for the 
funeral.
  
thanks 
Alan Jones
warwick UK


__________________________________
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 12:29:13 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:29:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
In-Reply-To: <8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
References: <1E288CC2-B150-4A4E-9AD0-7DBCBA9A8EE0@mac.com>
	<8FA109E29B19476082A7E4679EC24117@Home>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=WuGVGLjzO+uDDud1Qq7_ncmKs9w@mail.gmail.com>

I replied off list but since many seem to be speculating I will chime
in publicly.

Assuming the gun is legal, not fully automatic, and you are in the US:

A Federal Firearms License holder must receive a gun shipped
interstate.  (There is at least one exception to this but it doesn't
apply here.)  Anyone who can legally possess a gun can ship a gun.
Only an FFL holder can receive a gun shipped from another state.
Ship it via UPS (don't try any "UPS Store" as they do not ship
firearms, even though it is perfectly legal to do so and UPS does it
every day), insured for the proper amount, to an FFL holder in the
recipient's area.  There are lists of FFLs who will receive a
shipment.  Most charge $20 or so for the service.  You DO NOT need an
FFL on both ends of the shipment ONLY on the receiving end.  If you
want to pay a middle man an extra $20 or more then seek an FFL on the
shipping end, but it will not be any more legal than shipping it
yourself.

The shipment must include a copy of the FFL's license, signed in
colored ink.  A fax or email copy is usually sufficient.  The FFL will
log the serial number and information on the recipient which will go
in his permanent records.    The records stay with the FFL holder and
are submitted to the ATF when the FFL ceases business.  The records
are accessible to law enforcement at any time.  Expect to pay about
$20 for the FFL holder to do the paperwork and receive the gun.

If the recipient is in state then just deliver it to him.

I have shipped many guns over the years.



On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 9:33 AM, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:
> Anyone who knows about shipping hand guns interstate please contact me
> off-list.
>
> Michael Rowe _______________________________________________

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Fri Apr 15 12:30:00 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:30:00 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] (Part 2) Trying "My loss.  Our loss" again
Message-ID: <011301cbfb9b$228d7670$67a86350$@net>

(I am still getting reports from people who have NOT received this post.
So, I will try it again, but this time in two parts.)

 

Of course, never again in life will I pass a Horrid Fright or Horrible
Destruction without thinking of Frank.  Ah, the memories will be with me
forever.

 

One of the highlights of our trip to England was when we visited friends of
mine in the small (pop. 300) village of Wishford.  There, he and Gary
Butcher, a woodcutter for Lord Pembroke, went down to the Royal Oak, the
local pub, and teamed up to win the weekly "Quiz Night".  The people at the
Oak still remember with fondness that happy-go-lucky American.  And oh, how
he loved driving the narrow, twisting chicanes of those quiet English
country lanes.  How he did revel when Alan East-Jones took us to Donald
Healey's pub for a pint.  None of his friends, I dare say, every saw Frank
as humble as he was in Salisbury Cathedral.  In Warwick, I was envious
watching Frank scramble up the 530 steps to the highest pinnacle of Warwick
Castle, while most others (especially me) were barely able to drag
themselves up one step at a time.  Going down to Hampshire, we stayed with
Jim and Vicky Lodder and took in the two-day Beaulieu Autojumble, where I
had met them previously.  Frank was duly impressed, for Beaulieu was far
larger than Carlisle.  But the hail fellow well met Frank that we all knew
so well disappeared when we went we visited his late aunt's convent, and
especially when he visited the grave site.  The elderly nuns were fantastic,
and they took Frank in as one of their own.

 

I had hoped to be there to say my final farewell to Frank, but the doc has
other ideas (I am undergoing a series of test for the next week, and must
also go in for the surgeon to slice and dice on Tuesday).  So, although I
will not be there in person, I will be in spirit.

 

And now, my thoughts and prayers turn to Diane, Tiffany, Frankie and Frankie
Five.  Diane will, of course, will be hurting for years to come.  Now is the
time that she will need the support of all of us, and  I would urge all of
you to begin to repay Frank's generosity and friendship by keeping in touch
with her.  Simply because Frank is no longer there to help us is no reason
to leave her in her time of greatest need.

 

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

 

Spridgets at autox.team.net

From bkitterer at me.com  Fri Apr 15 12:29:29 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:29:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Roster For Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <78B79FDF-B063-4F79-9048-2B7212BCD360@gmail.com>
References: <546831.71529.qm@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<78B79FDF-B063-4F79-9048-2B7212BCD360@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <472EC84B-CE2D-4F72-870C-52CFAEDC9734@me.com>

We will be at the Best Western but it is in Lakewood.

Bob Kitterer.  858-755-2316

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 15, 2011, at 9:34 AM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:

> On Apr 15, 2011, at 7:19 AM, HealeyRick wrote:
> 
>> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
>> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
>> 
>> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
>> 
>> 
>> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made reservations
>> yet.
>> My Cell is 858-755-2316
>> Thanks
>> 
>> Bob Kitterer
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Rick et al,
>> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from somewhere
>> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
>> afternoor/evening.
>> George Marinos
>> Glen Rock, NJ
>> 
>> 
>> Hi Rick,
>> 
>> 215-275-2823
>> 
>> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine idea.
>> 
>> Larry Macy
>> 
>> Rick,
>> 
>> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
>> Comfort Inn - Toms River
> 
>> 
>> Kevin Valentine - 570 668 6860
>> Rick,
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
>> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -=Chris
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Chris King
>> 
>> 
>> http://home.comcast.net/~kvcbk/
>> 
>> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday night,
>> but can't be there Saturday.
>> 
>> My number is (516)662-9766
>> 
>> Address (not
>> asked for, but what the heck) is:
>> 
>> P.O. Box 1044
>> Bellmore, NY 11710
>> 
>> Thanks
>> again,
>> - David Booker
>> And me
>> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
>> 
>> 
>> Rick
>> 
>> 
>> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
>> 
>> --- On Wed, 4/13/11, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:
>> 
>> From: HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
>> Subject: Roster For Frank's Services
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 7:14 PM
>> 
>> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake and
>> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want to
>> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
>> attendees.
>> 
>> Rick Neville
>> 
>> 
>> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Fri Apr 15 12:47:59 2011
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Mike MacLean)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:47:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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I have a Luger made in 1918 and captured by the Russians then sold to a
distributor in the US. Very nice numbers matching. Obviously came from someone
that was captured also.
Mike MacLean

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 15, 2011, at 9:38, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net> wrote:

>> That's right folks, you read it right here.
>
> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother wants
to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:  "Everett
physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it is
one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the
gun.
>
> I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and the
"Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school. These
will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in Boston in
June.
>
> Never assume,
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Fri Apr 15 12:50:54 2011
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Mike MacLean)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:50:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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You can send it Fedex yourself to a prearranged FFL.
Mike MacLean

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 15, 2011, at 10:39, Mike Rambour <lists at dinospider.com> wrote:

> Unfortunately, yes it is still a gun.  Lugers basically come apart in 2
pieces, the bottom half  handpiece with the trigger and clip housing I think
could be shipped as that is not a gun (I THINK I DONT KNOW FOR SURE) but the
top half with the barrel and receiver IS A GUN since it can hold a round and
be fired and can't be shipped via normal inexpensive methods.
>
>  The best way is to find someone with a FFL (Federal Firearms License) in
both towns and pay them to do the shipping, most FFL's will do it
inexpensively and it might end up costing a $100 to ship it with FFL fees at
both ends but its worth it to do it right.  Just ask your local gun shop for
advice they will happily help you out on this.  With the rules in place, I
think they will have to go through waiting period and registration at the
other end, but not shipped a gun since before 9/11.
>
> Note that a Luger can be quite expensive (worthless also but most are not)
so its worth doing it right and risk avoiding the Feds taking it and
confiscating it.  And please make sure there is no round in the chamber before
disassembling it, I took mine apart one day by pushing the barrel against my
chest and 30 years later I still get shivers when I think about the live round
in the chamber as I did it, I was young and very stupid and while I knew to be
careful around guns, it taught me that I was not following the rules I knew
and been much more careful since.
>
>    mike
>
> On 04/15/2011 10:10 AM, an5.sprite at gmail.com wrote:
>> I knew you were not running guns!!!
>>
>> This should be simple to send, but it is likely like shipping booze. Lot's
of regulations that make it difficult for the average person.
>>
>> If you take a gun apart and ship it in pieces is that a "gun"
>>
>> Steve
>> ------Original Message------
>> From: Mike Rowe
>> Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>> To: Jay
>> To: spridgets
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns
>> Sent: Apr 15, 2011 12:38 PM
>>
>>
>>> That's right folks, you read it right here.
>>>
>> There is a German Luger in my father's trunk from WWII that my brother
wants
>> to pass on to his son.  This gun made the local news at the time:
"Everett
>> physician captures 13 Germans single-handed without a gun."  I believe it
is
>> one that he took from the prisoners.  The newspaper clipping goes with the
>> gun.
>>
>> I also found his surgical kit from North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, and
the
>> "Doctor Bag" that he carried on house calls when I was in grade school.
>> These will go to our older daughter, who starts her surgical residency in
>> Boston in June.
>>
>> Never assume,
>> Michael Rowe
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From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 13:05:01 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:05:01 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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You've got it derf.   Only problem I can think that Michael may have is that
the Luger may have never been registered at all.  He may have to go through
his local FFL because of this. I really don't know.  I've shipped
commemoratives (in fact have one for sale at the moment) and collector
firearms a number of times but they were all registered already.  An
unregistered WWII relic may pose some problems that only another FFL holder
can solve. Also, California is a bit trickier due to state level
regulations.

Cheers!!
Jim

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:29 PM, derf <derf247 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I replied off list but since many seem to be speculating I will chime
> in publicly.
>
> Assuming the gun is legal, not fully automatic, and you are in the US:
>
> A Federal Firearms License holder must receive a gun shipped
> interstate.  (There is at least one exception to this but it doesn't
> apply here.)  Anyone who can legally possess a gun can ship a gun.
> Only an FFL holder can receive a gun shipped from another state.
> Ship it via UPS (don't try any "UPS Store" as they do not ship
> firearms, even though it is perfectly legal to do so and UPS does it
> every day), insured for the proper amount, to an FFL holder in the
> recipient's area.  There are lists of FFLs who will receive a
> shipment.  Most charge $20 or so for the service.  You DO NOT need an
> FFL on both ends of the shipment ONLY on the receiving end.  If you
> want to pay a middle man an extra $20 or more then seek an FFL on the
> shipping end, but it will not be any more legal than shipping it
> yourself.
>
> The shipment must include a copy of the FFL's license, signed in
> colored ink.  A fax or email copy is usually sufficient.  The FFL will
> log the serial number and information on the recipient which will go
> in his permanent records.    The records stay with the FFL holder and
> are submitted to the ATF when the FFL ceases business.  The records
> are accessible to law enforcement at any time.  Expect to pay about
> $20 for the FFL holder to do the paperwork and receive the gun.
>
> If the recipient is in state then just deliver it to him.
>
> I have shipped many guns over the years.
>
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 9:33 AM, Michael Rowe <mdrowe at optonline.net>
> wrote:
> > Anyone who knows about shipping hand guns interstate please contact me
> > off-list.
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Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 13:19:54 2011
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:19:54 -0500
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His will most likely have no import marks, making it a highly sought
after collector piece, if in good condition.
Also, the arsenal marks may make it more valuable, depending on
when/where it was made.

From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Apr 15 13:22:45 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:22:45 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye
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 and don't EVER call him "Bill"....   lol


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Subject: Re: [Spridgets] BAT Bugeye


> WST = Wm. Severin Thompson
>
> I'm ALWAYS sarcastic ;-)
>         PPP
> ===
> At 09:48 AM 4/15/2011, you wrote:
>>I was referring to what WST's means, btw I wasn't trying to be sarcastic 
>>: )
>>Lin

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Fri Apr 15 13:30:19 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:30:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
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Rick,

I will be there in person for the Saturday services,
and bringing a card of my own.
however could you please add my name to the
roster of Spridget listers.

I would think that everyone on the Spridgets list would want there name on the
card.

Whether or not they are there in person.


Brian Seavey
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank
RIP Frank Clarici



> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:19:13 -0700
> From: healeyrick at yahoo.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
> _______________________________________________

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr 15 13:34:34 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:34:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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Really ???

--
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DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

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Google is a search engine.

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Fri Apr 15 13:41:57 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:41:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services
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Since I got stuck having to work tonight, I can't make the wake.
I will be driving down from Long Island tomorrow morning,
leaving about 6 am.
If anyone needs/wants me to bring anything with me...
call or text
516    643  3629 cell

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank



> From: biffjones at verizon.net
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:26:26 -0400
> Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services
>
> I will be there tonight and Saturday. I am staying at the Howard Johnson
> Hotel.
> My cell is 410-746-1053
> Biff Jones
>
> >> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's River
> >> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
> >> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
> >
> >> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made
reservations
> >> yet.
> >> My Cell is 858-755-2316
> >> Thanks
> >> Bob Kitterer
> >
> >> Rick et al,
> >> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from
somewhere
> >> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River Friday
> >> afternoor/evening.
> >> George Marinos
> >> Glen Rock, NJ
> >
> >> 215-275-2823
> >> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine
idea.
> >> Larry Macy
> >
> >> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
> >> Comfort Inn - Toms River
> >> Kevin Valentine
> >
> >> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will be
> >> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
> >> Chris King
> >
> >> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday
> >> night,
> >> but can't be there Saturday.
> >> My number is (516)662-9766
> >> Address (not
> >> asked for, but what the heck) is:
> >> P.O. Box 1044
> >> Bellmore, NY 11710
> >> - David Booker
> >
> >> And me
> >> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
> >> 570 778 6860
> >> Rick
> >
> > I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
> > 847-848-4793
> > David L
> >
> >> From: HealeyRick
> >> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the wake
> >> and
> >> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you want
> >> to
> >> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
> >> attendees.
> >>
> >> Rick Neville
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From kristi74midget at comcast.net  Fri Apr 15 14:04:02 2011
From: kristi74midget at comcast.net (Kristi & Lambert)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:04:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
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Hi Rick,

	We would also like our names added to the card.  Kristi, Lambert, Wynter and
CaeLyn Liebel.

Thank you,

Kristi & Lambert
'74 RWA Midget
'77 RB Midget



On Apr 15, 2011, at 3:30 PM, brian S wrote:

> Rick,
>
> I will be there in person for the Saturday services,
> and bringing a card of my own.
> however could you please add my name to the
> roster of Spridget listers.
>
> I would think that everyone on the Spridgets list would want there name on
the
> card.
>
> Whether or not they are there in person.
>
>
> Brian Seavey
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank
> RIP Frank Clarici
>
>
>
>> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:19:13 -0700
>> From: healeyrick at yahoo.com
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>>
>> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
>> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> like
>> to be included
>>
>> David Lieb
>> Kate Bales
>> Jeff Foster
>> Dave Gropper
>> Jay Fishbein
>> Mike Maclean
>> Bob Walker
>> Herb Carter
>> Paul Van Wigg
>> Jim Johnson
>> Dan Stapleton
>> Hal Faulkner
>> Roger Cotting
>> Michael Rowe
>> Rudy Streng
>> Linda Grunthaner
>> Bob Kitterer
>> Dave Woerpel
>> Buster Evans
>> Rick Neville
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Rick
>>
>>
>> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
>> _______________________________________________
> _______________________________________________
>
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From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com  Fri Apr 15 14:05:17 2011
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:05:17 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
Message-ID: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>

Hi Allen,
 
If my memory serves me correctly we met at Sprite Rush 98 (I don't think it 
 was 03) and you organised the rally but couldn't stay for the rest of the  
meet.
 
I've also decided I need to be back on the list though I've kept in touch  
with some listers and had exchanged e-mails with Frank over the weekend.
 
Regards
 
Weslake-Monza 1330
 
In a message dated 15/04/2011 16:31:01 GMT Daylight Time, lbc77mg at gmail.com 
 writes:

Hi  List,

After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need  to be
back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few  years, I was
very active here for quite a while.

I am very  priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my 
house
and  helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
Sadly, I  had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He  also
brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a  condo and
a project car is out of the question.

I think we all agree  that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
Ebenezer Scrooge in  comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
technique was  legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
hands  out of your pockets.

Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to  Classic
Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.   I recommend
that everyone write to David Wallens  at
david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has  lost a
very important person.

I missed you  guys!

Thanks,
Allen Hefner
Norristown,  PA

From neilandcustom at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 14:05:15 2011
From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:05:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
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Hello Rick,
Please include my name on behalf of the Midwest Austin-Healey Club.

I have not yet responded to the sad news of Frank's untimely passing.
Unfortunately, I did not have the chance to meet Frank.  I was not able to
attend the two Sprite meets in 2008.  I only knew him through the list and
what others that I have met said about him.  

>From what I can conclude, he was a very passionate person: passionate about
his family, passionate about Spridgets, passionate about people who also
love Spridgets, passionate about life, and last but certainly not least,
passionate about this country and what it means and stands for.  He was an
outspoken spokesperson for all of these things.  It is good that there are
people like that who can cut though the BS and tell it like they see it and
usually be right.

I did not even know Frank, but I have been sad this week because someone so
young and vibrant was taken away from the many people who loved him.  We
realize the loss for so many that he cared for.  But, I think what we must
realize is not what was taken away, but what he left behind, the true spirit
of Frank.  Many have mentioned and talked about his "giving forward"
philosophy and what he did for other people, not what he expected in return,
but what he expected for others to do for the next person.  By his example,
that should and will continue in his memory. 

We can honor Frank, Paul, and others who have helped make this hobby
important in our lives, doing this by working on, driving, and enjoying
these cars as much as we can.  We have to take time for this because we
found out this week it can all be taken away before we get a chance to work
on that project we have been putting off.

For those of you in New Jersey, I am sure the "Frank stories" will be sweet
amid the laughter and tears, but a fitting salute of a few toots on Spridget
horns at the end of services tomorrow is proper, even in the solemnity of a
cemetery. Imagine Frank's big smile at that.  

God speed, Frank.  There are no speed limits in heaven.

With kind regards,

Neil Anderson
Malta, IL





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[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card

Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would like
to be included

David Lieb
Kate Bales
Jeff Foster
Dave Gropper
Jay Fishbein
Mike Maclean
Bob Walker
Herb Carter
Paul Van Wigg
Jim Johnson
Dan Stapleton
Hal Faulkner
Roger Cotting
Michael Rowe
Rudy Streng
Linda Grunthaner
Bob Kitterer
Dave Woerpel
Buster Evans
Rick Neville
 



Rick


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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 14:17:17 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:17:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] (Part 2) Trying "My loss. Our loss" again
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Buster,
Great story, Yes Diane and the kids will all of our support, we must be sure
to take good care of them. We will think of you buster tonight and tomorrow.

Please be well and good luck with the surgery, please please keep us posted
and on the list we all need to stick together. Frank would have wanted it
that way.
Linda
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 2:30 PM, Robert Evans <b-evans at earthlink.net> wrote:

> (I am still getting reports from people who have NOT received this post.
> So, I will try it again, but this time in two parts.)
>
>
>
> Of course, never again in life will I pass a Horrid Fright or Horrible
> Destruction without thinking of Frank.  Ah, the memories will be with me
> forever.
>
>
>
> One of the highlights of our trip to England was when we visited friends of
> mine in the small (pop. 300) village of Wishford.  There, he and Gary
> Butcher, a woodcutter for Lord Pembroke, went down to the Royal Oak, the
> local pub, and teamed up to win the weekly "Quiz Night".  The people at the
> Oak still remember with fondness that happy-go-lucky American.  And oh, how
> he loved driving the narrow, twisting chicanes of those quiet English
> country lanes.  How he did revel when Alan East-Jones took us to Donald
> Healey's pub for a pint.  None of his friends, I dare say, every saw Frank
> as humble as he was in Salisbury Cathedral.  In Warwick, I was envious
> watching Frank scramble up the 530 steps to the highest pinnacle of Warwick
> Castle, while most others (especially me) were barely able to drag
> themselves up one step at a time.  Going down to Hampshire, we stayed with
> Jim and Vicky Lodder and took in the two-day Beaulieu Autojumble, where I
> had met them previously.  Frank was duly impressed, for Beaulieu was far
> larger than Carlisle.  But the hail fellow well met Frank that we all knew
> so well disappeared when we went we visited his late aunt's convent, and
> especially when he visited the grave site.  The elderly nuns were
> fantastic,
> and they took Frank in as one of their own.
>
>
>
> I had hoped to be there to say my final farewell to Frank, but the doc has
> other ideas (I am undergoing a series of test for the next week, and must
> also go in for the surgeon to slice and dice on Tuesday).  So, although I
> will not be there in person, I will be in spirit.
>
>
>
> And now, my thoughts and prayers turn to Diane, Tiffany, Frankie and
> Frankie
> Five.  Diane will, of course, will be hurting for years to come.  Now is
> the
> time that she will need the support of all of us, and  I would urge all of
> you to begin to repay Frank's generosity and friendship by keeping in touch
> with her.  Simply because Frank is no longer there to help us is no reason
> to leave her in her time of greatest need.
>
>
>
> Buster Evans
>
> The BusterCluster Sprite
>
> http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24
>
> http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/
>
>
>
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From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Fri Apr 15 14:19:26 2011
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (=?utf-8?B?cnlhbi5rdWJhbm9mZkBjb21jYXN0Lm5ldA==?=)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:19:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] =?utf-8?q?List_for_Frank=27s_Sympathy_Card?=
Message-ID: <20110415201920.6FBCE187650@autox.team.net>

Please add my name to the list Ryan Kubanoff and family to the card

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone

----- Reply message -----
From: "brian S" <bugeye15 at hotmail.com>
Date: Fri, Apr 15, 2011 3:30 pm
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
To: "rick neville" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>, "spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>

Rick,

I will be there in person for the Saturday services,
and bringing a card of my own.
however could you please add my name to the
roster of Spridget listers.

I would think that everyone on the Spridgets list would want there name on the
card.

Whether or not they are there in person.


Brian Seavey
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank
RIP Frank Clarici



> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:19:13 -0700
> From: healeyrick at yahoo.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
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From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Fri Apr 15 14:20:36 2011
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:20:36 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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yeah.  Google it sometime.  
Chris

---- Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote: 
> Really ???
> 
> --
> Dave G  KK7SS
> DN06ig
> 
> ,59 Morris Minor 1000
> '65 Sprite - in process
> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
> 
> Google is a search engine.
> _______________________________________________

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 14:23:06 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:23:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Roster For Frank's Services
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David Lieb & I will be leaving from central NJ early and looking for a
restaurant. I would imagine anything close to the service we will meet up
with friends. Can't miss us yellow Bugeye. Call me if you up for it.
908-902-6557
Have not seen Chuck or Maryann yet hope they didn't have car trouble. no
cell number.
Lin

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 3:41 PM, brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Since I got stuck having to work tonight, I can't make the wake.
> I will be driving down from Long Island tomorrow morning,
> leaving about 6 am.
> If anyone needs/wants me to bring anything with me...
> call or text
> 516 643 3629 cell
>
> Brian S.
> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank
>
>
>
> > From: biffjones at verizon.net
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:26:26 -0400
> > Subject: [Spridgets] Fw:  Roster For Frank's Services
> >
> > I will be there tonight and Saturday. I am staying at the Howard Johnson
> > Hotel.
> > My cell is 410-746-1053
> > Biff Jones
> >
> > >> Good idea Rick.  My wife and I will be at the Comfort Inn in Tom's
> River
> > >> Friday night.  My cell is267-772-0486.
> > >> Phil NaseQuakertown, PA
> > >
> > >> We are expecting to be at the Best Western but have not made
> reservations
> > >> yet.
> > >> My Cell is 858-755-2316
> > >> Thanks
> > >> Bob Kitterer
> > >
> > >> Rick et al,
> > >> My cell nbr is 201 280-9059.  If anyone needs a lift to or from
> somewhere
> > >> let me know.  I'll be near Newark airport on my way to Toms River
> Friday
> > >> afternoor/evening.
> > >> George Marinos
> > >> Glen Rock, NJ
> > >
> > >> 215-275-2823
> > >> I'll be there Fri and Sat, getting together after sound like a fine
> idea.
> > >> Larry Macy
> > >
> > >> I'll be there Friday and Sat.
> > >> Comfort Inn - Toms River
> > >> Kevin Valentine
> > >
> > >> My cell is 908-672-8260. I'm working in Princeton on Friday, and will
> be
> > >> leaving work and heading directly to TR Friday evening.
> > >> Chris King
> > >
> > >> Rick - Great idea, thanks for taking it on. I'll be there for Friday
> > >> night,
> > >> but can't be there Saturday.
> > >> My number is (516)662-9766
> > >> Address (not
> > >> asked for, but what the heck) is:
> > >> P.O. Box 1044
> > >> Bellmore, NY 11710
> > >> - David Booker
> > >
> > >> And me
> > >> Rick Neville - 617-438-7458 -Comfort Inn TR
> > >> 570 778 6860
> > >> Rick
> > >
> > > I am staying with Linda G. My cell is
> > > 847-848-4793
> > > David L
> > >
> > >> From: HealeyRick
> > >> It might be nice for the Spridget folks  to get together after the
> wake
> > >> and
> > >> have a way to get in touch with each other during the day.  If you
> want
> > >> to
> > >> send me a cell # and where you'll be, I'll circulate a list tot the
> > >> attendees.
> > >>
> > >> Rick Neville
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From jlaird237 at cox.net  Fri Apr 15 14:39:28 2011
From: jlaird237 at cox.net (Jack Laird)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:39:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
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Message-ID: <17D74D1CB68D45DC9E818BAC71CA3C9F@personal>

Please add Jack & Kay Laird to that card. Family will know who we are.


> Bob,
> Hang in there. I am glad you are able to post.
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:24 PM, Bob Gardner <rdgard at cox.net> wrote:
>
>> Please include me on this list.  I have been very silent since my first
>> post, I find it very difficult to express how I feel.  I had a wonderful
>> time with Frank at the BusterCluster.
>>
>> bob
>>
>> Robert D. Gardner
>>
>> Gardner Productions LLC
>> Film and Video Production since 1978
>> 619-460-1000
>> www.gardnerproductions.com
>>
>>
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: HealeyRick
>> > Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
>> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> > Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>> >
>> > Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
>> > Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
>> > like
>> > to be included
>> >
>> > David Lieb
>> > Kate Bales
>> > Jeff Foster
>> > Dave Gropper
>> > Jay Fishbein
>> > Mike Maclean
>> > Bob Walker
>> > Herb Carter
>> > Paul Van Wigg
>> > Jim Johnson
>> > Dan Stapleton
>> > Hal Faulkner
>> > Roger Cotting
>> > Michael Rowe
>> > Rudy Streng
>> > Linda Grunthaner
>> > Bob Kitterer
>> > Dave Woerpel
>> > Buster Evans
>> > Rick Neville
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Rick
>> >
>>  ****************************************
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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Fri Apr 15 14:45:54 2011
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:45:54 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
Message-ID: <20110415.144554.1779.0@webmail03.dca.untd.com>

This has come up before, and AFAIR someone (not Frank, was it?) actually
welded an extra bead onto the contact points of their shoes to make them fit
correctly. The easiest way I've found to make sure its not adjustment is to
tighten the shoes until the wheels just barely turn, then bleed the brakes
out, then back off of the adjusters to a drag point.


Mark Haynes
HAN6L12977
HAN5L8016



Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 07:26:02 -0400
From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>

As Jim pointed out, this is a typical symptom of the rear brake shoes
not being close enough to the drum. In fact, many of the replacement
shoes on the market seem to run out of adjuster before they get to the
drum. You should be able to get a slight drag between shoe and drum.
At that point, the dreaded double-pump should go away (until you get
enough wear to bring it back.
David L


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From haynes386 at netzero.net  Fri Apr 15 14:55:40 2011
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:55:40 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <20110415.145540.1779.2@webmail03.dca.untd.com>

 Though I never met Frank, I was always interested in what he had to say, not
to mention the huge amount of energy that he had. I hope that he would have
been proud of me reconstructing my turn signal contacts this week with naught
but one used connector, a soldering iron, my Leatherman and a half empty can
of metallic Krylon. I certainly wanted to toss him the keys to my MKII to see
what he thought of it in Elkhart Lake this summer, may be Ron will do it for
him.

Pay it Forward, It only goes one way!

Mark Haynes
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From george.brokaw at cox.net  Fri Apr 15 15:18:04 2011
From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:18:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
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Please add Paul Herder to the card (if not too late!).

I have family in New Jersey so in a trip back home I made arrangements to
meet Frank at his home, more to put a face with the name.

He gave me a "ride" in the blue Sprite and took me to the ocean.  The
picture of the blue Sprite I took made it to one of the Spridgets calendar.
I will always remember being on the beach and Frank pointing somewhere to
the East and telling me "England is that way!"

I met Frank again during the LOTO meet in 2008.

A great lost to the Spridget world.

Paul Herder
Sedgwick, KS
1966 Sprite with LOTS of pieces that Frank suggested using (Metro Radiator,
Ford import Alternator, etc.)



-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jack Laird
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 3:39 PM
To: Linda Grunthaner; Bob Gardner
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Put me on the list

Please add Jack & Kay Laird to that card. Family will know who we are.


> Bob,
> Hang in there. I am glad you are able to post.
> Lin
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:24 PM, Bob Gardner <rdgard at cox.net> wrote:
>
>> Please include me on this list.  I have been very silent since my first
>> post, I find it very difficult to express how I feel.  I had a wonderful
>> time with Frank at the BusterCluster.
>>
>> bob
>>
>> Robert D. Gardner
>>
>> Gardner Productions LLC
>> Film and Video Production since 1978
>> 619-460-1000
>> www.gardnerproductions.com
>>
>>
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: HealeyRick
>> > Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
>> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> > Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>> >
>> > Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
>> > Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
>> > like
>> > to be included
>> >
>> > David Lieb
>> > Kate Bales
>> > Jeff Foster
>> > Dave Gropper
>> > Jay Fishbein
>> > Mike Maclean
>> > Bob Walker
>> > Herb Carter
>> > Paul Van Wigg
>> > Jim Johnson
>> > Dan Stapleton
>> > Hal Faulkner
>> > Roger Cotting
>> > Michael Rowe
>> > Rudy Streng
>> > Linda Grunthaner
>> > Bob Kitterer
>> > Dave Woerpel
>> > Buster Evans
>> > Rick Neville
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Rick
>> >
>>  ****************************************

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Fri Apr 15 15:40:34 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:40:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Guns
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Message-ID: <2141903884.9756.1302903634678.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

I really do use google.(been in IT since 1963)... but only when I don't have to ask folks that have BTDT..

65,000,000 hits (using advanced search) is too much input data

Information overload -- a lot of which is irrelevant and unrelated!

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig

,59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com
To: "spridgets_autox.team.net" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 1:20:36 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Guns

yeah.  Google it sometime.  
Chris

---- Dave KK7SS <kk7ss at frontier.com> wrote: 
> Really ???
> 
> --
> Dave G  KK7SS
> DN06ig
> 
> ,59 Morris Minor 1000
> '65 Sprite - in process
> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jay Fishbein" <jfishbein at snet.net>
> 
> Google is a search engine.
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From millerls at ado13.com  Fri Apr 15 16:07:16 2011
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:07:16 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
In-Reply-To: <17D74D1CB68D45DC9E818BAC71CA3C9F@personal>
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Message-ID: <A7DEBB15-C7AE-4BFF-890B-5BFF06E3133F@ado13.com>

Please Add Larry & Sandi Miller to the list.

From miniac7 at aol.com  Fri Apr 15 16:15:52 2011
From: miniac7 at aol.com (Howie)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:15:52 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
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	<COL117-W43E85438F8FF2F0C12871AC2AC0@phx.gbl>
	<99D3AACC-8C22-4FDA-AAE3-AC956377167D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <E6F910A9-8E47-46EB-A4F7-4A7F426F8B41@aol.com>

If not too late, please add my name.

Thank you so much.
Howard Collins
Virginia Beach, VA.

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 15, 2011, at 4:04 PM, Kristi & Lambert <kristi74midget at comcast.net>
wrote:

> Hi Rick,
>
>    We would also like our names added to the card.  Kristi, Lambert, Wynter
and
> CaeLyn Liebel.
>
> Thank you,
>
> Kristi & Lambert
> '74 RWA Midget
> '77 RB Midget
>
>
>
> On Apr 15, 2011, at 3:30 PM, brian S wrote:
>
>> Rick,
>>
>> I will be there in person for the Saturday services,
>> and bringing a card of my own.
>> however could you please add my name to the
>> roster of Spridget listers.
>>
>> I would think that everyone on the Spridgets list would want there name on
> the
>> card.
>>
>> Whether or not they are there in person.
>>
>>
>> Brian Seavey
>> Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! with help from Frank
>> RIP Frank Clarici
>>
>>
>>
>>> Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:19:13 -0700
>>> From: healeyrick at yahoo.com
>>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>>> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>>>
>>> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
>>> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
>> like
>>> to be included
>>>
>>> David Lieb
>>> Kate Bales
>>> Jeff Foster
>>> Dave Gropper
>>> Jay Fishbein
>>> Mike Maclean
>>> Bob Walker
>>> Herb Carter
>>> Paul Van Wigg
>>> Jim Johnson
>>> Dan Stapleton
>>> Hal Faulkner
>>> Roger Cotting
>>> Michael Rowe
>>> Rudy Streng
>>> Linda Grunthaner
>>> Bob Kitterer
>>> Dave Woerpel
>>> Buster Evans
>>> Rick Neville
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Rick
>>>
>>>
>>> Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo
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>> _______________________________________________
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From khargreaves2 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 16:36:48 2011
From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:36:48 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Pedal Goes to the Floor
Message-ID: <BANLkTim_C9_txmaetqtxX9PTNUd+KGUZeQ@mail.gmail.com>

Kevin,


I had what sounds like a similar problem?  Although I had to pump a lot more
to get anything from my brake pedal than what you describe. .  so it might
be a different issue?

It turned out that the rubber type plunger that forms a barrier to the fluid
in my master cyl had hardened from sitting with no fluid on it for a period
of time.

And it did not take much for it to harden due to not having fluid around
it.

Inspecting it, it looked normal.  So I reversed it and I  then had the
problem with my clutch with my brake pedal coming back to life again.

Upon replacement with a new one everything was fine again.

The thing that threw me was how normal it looked.  At first I could not
believe that it was not holding pressure back.

It was a learning experience to say the least. .  ie. how sensitive this
part is (shaped like a rubber hat).

Kirk
59 1275

From lbcs at embarqmail.com  Fri Apr 15 17:17:13 2011
From: lbcs at embarqmail.com (Bill Miller (LBCs))
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:17:13 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
In-Reply-To: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>

Please add me as well Rick.

Thank you,
Bill Miller

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 8:19 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card

Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would like
to be included

David Lieb
Kate Bales
Jeff Foster
Dave Gropper
Jay Fishbein
Mike Maclean
Bob Walker
Herb Carter
Paul Van Wigg
Jim Johnson
Dan Stapleton
Hal Faulkner
Roger Cotting
Michael Rowe
Rudy Streng
Linda Grunthaner
Bob Kitterer
Dave Woerpel
Buster Evans
Rick Neville
 



Rick


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From gmuttart at eastlink.ca  Fri Apr 15 17:20:41 2011
From: gmuttart at eastlink.ca (Geoff Muttart)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:20:41 -0300
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1D8299E18BEB42CDBB04479664401177@FAMILY>

Allen

Was it you who showed up at their new house to unexpectedly find a Sprite in
the garage?  Maybe it was someone else, but those were hi jinx worthy of
only this List and the energies of Frank!

Geoff Muttart
Nova Scotia

-----Original Message-----
From: Allen Hefner [mailto:lbc77mg at gmail.com] 
Sent: April 15, 2011 12:14 PM
To: Spridgets list
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C

Hi List,

After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
very active here for quite a while.

I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my house
and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
a project car is out of the question.

I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
hands out of your pockets.

Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
that everyone write to David Wallens at
david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost a
very important person.

I missed you guys!

Thanks,
Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

From froggi60 at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 17:29:21 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:29:21 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
In-Reply-To: <26999086987445F09623B136C6691EC7@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.5660.1302879382.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<26999086987445F09623B136C6691EC7@OfficePC>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=rBDfF8bJvd1xOe7g=BvDMFrQF8Q@mail.gmail.com>

Anyone thought about posting pictures of those on the list so the Clarici
could put a face with a name?
Sorry, I don't know how or where to do it.
Herb

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 10:24 AM, Bob Gardner <rdgard at cox.net> wrote:

> Please include me on this list.  I have been very silent since my first
> post, I find it very difficult to express how I feel.  I had a wonderful
> time with Frank at the BusterCluster.
>
> bob
>
> Robert D. Gardner
>
> Gardner Productions LLC
> Film and Video Production since 1978
> 619-460-1000
> www.gardnerproductions.com
>
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: HealeyRick
> > Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 7:19 AM
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
> >
> > Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> > Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> > like
> > to be included
> >
> > David Lieb
> > Kate Bales
> > Jeff Foster
> > Dave Gropper
> > Jay Fishbein
> > Mike Maclean
> > Bob Walker
> > Herb Carter
> > Paul Van Wigg
> > Jim Johnson
> > Dan Stapleton
> > Hal Faulkner
> > Roger Cotting
> > Michael Rowe
> > Rudy Streng
> > Linda Grunthaner
> > Bob Kitterer
> > Dave Woerpel
> > Buster Evans
> > Rick Neville
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Rick

From gmuttart at eastlink.ca  Fri Apr 15 17:33:18 2011
From: gmuttart at eastlink.ca (Geoff Muttart)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:33:18 -0300
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
References: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
Message-ID: <F4B91FE896E2472DAF8C741325121EA8@FAMILY>

Welcome back, Daniel!

I've been on this list since the early days, but have been very quiet the
last six years since marriage and life got in the way of my Bugeye
restoration.  I do monitor the list of messages that I receive in daily
digest form, but I haven't actually read them as closely as I have since
news of Frank's passing was distributed.

Frank should be an inspiration to us all, both in life and on this list.
This list has been much more than a list - it is a community, and Frank's
presence was a big part of this community.  It is great to see the community
pull together in a time like this and to recognize such an important figure.
Hopefully, Frank's memory will inspire all of us to help everyone in the
Spridget community as much as we possibly can.

For those of you who do not know Daniel, his is an invaluable voice when it
comes to experience with Spridgets - especially if you want to "drive it
like you stole it".

Geoff Muttart
Nova Scotia
Canada

-----Original Message-----
From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com [mailto:WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com] 
Sent: April 15, 2011 5:05 PM
To: lbc77mg at gmail.com
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C

Hi Allen,
 
If my memory serves me correctly we met at Sprite Rush 98 (I don't think it 
 was 03) and you organised the rally but couldn't stay for the rest of the  
meet.
 
I've also decided I need to be back on the list though I've kept in touch  
with some listers and had exchanged e-mails with Frank over the weekend.
 
Regards
 
Weslake-Monza 1330

From rdgard at cox.net  Fri Apr 15 17:38:22 2011
From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:38:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Add to the list
In-Reply-To: <mailman.5730.1302905255.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.5730.1302905255.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <E4A00FD744904DE1BE88F63DC3AECAFA@OfficePC>

I have seen quite a number of people ask to be added to the list for Frank,
but every time I see the list on this post, no new names are added.  I am
assuming that someone somewhere is actually putting new names on the list.

Just asking.

bob

Robert D. Gardner
 
Gardner Productions LLC
Film and Video Production since 1978
619-460-1000
www.gardnerproductions.com
 
*****************************************

From b-evans at earthlink.net  Fri Apr 15 17:38:40 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:38:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Why Frank?
Message-ID: <013501cbfbc6$4092a5c0$c1b7f140$@net>

While struggling to come to grips with the loss of Frank, I recalled a line
from Abbott and Costello's 1946 classic, "The Time of Their Lives".  They
were ghosts from 1780 who had come back to life in modern times, only to see
their colonial nemesis seemingly still alive.  Baffled why such an evil
person could live so long, one said to the other:

"Only the good die young."

At first, it was difficult to understand for a little snot like me.  But
then the penny dropped and I truly understood the implications of the
saying.

Certainly, "Only the good die young," fits Frank to a "T"!!!!!  And makes me
wonder about those of us who have passed our "Sell By" date compared to him.

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/

From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net  Fri Apr 15 18:16:04 2011
From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:16:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Why Frank?
In-Reply-To: <013501cbfbc6$4092a5c0$c1b7f140$@net>
References: <013501cbfbc6$4092a5c0$c1b7f140$@net>
Message-ID: <6155F79FB4804B85A83929A6AAF09049@HomePC>

Buster, you said, "Only the good die young."  I agree with you about about 
that and about Frank going too soon.  Hell, who doesn't?

But then, I see an old fart like you is still around and I wonder why?  Is 
it just to annoy innocent spectators at race tracks?  Is it simply because 
you are not included among "the good"?  Certainly not among "the young". 
What's the deal with you?

Larry



-----Original Message----- 
From: Robert Evans
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 6:38 PM
To: Spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Why Frank?

While struggling to come to grips with the loss of Frank, I recalled a line
from Abbott and Costello's 1946 classic, "The Time of Their Lives".  They
were ghosts from 1780 who had come back to life in modern times, only to see
their colonial nemesis seemingly still alive.  Baffled why such an evil
person could live so long, one said to the other:

"Only the good die young."

At first, it was difficult to understand for a little snot like me.  But
then the penny dropped and I truly understood the implications of the
saying.

Certainly, "Only the good die young," fits Frank to a "T"!!!!!  And makes me
wonder about those of us who have passed our "Sell By" date compared to him.

Buster Evans

The BusterCluster Sprite

http://www.ado13.com/BusterCluster.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs1klEzra24

http://bustercluster.blogspot.com/
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Apr 15 19:17:15 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:17:15 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Why Frank?
In-Reply-To: <6155F79FB4804B85A83929A6AAF09049@HomePC>
References: <013501cbfbc6$4092a5c0$c1b7f140$@net>,
	<6155F79FB4804B85A83929A6AAF09049@HomePC>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w140570E8ACB8E91625A43EB8AF0@phx.gbl>

It may seem like that; but it's only because we notice the loss of the 'good'
ones.

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 )
http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/2009FallTour.jpg



> -----Original Message-----
> From: Robert Evans
>
> "Only the good die young."
>
> Buster Evans

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 20:08:24 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:08:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
In-Reply-To: <8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>
Message-ID: <BANLkTik=UrEo8J1SG6hMx_FCoGiUPNGn4Q@mail.gmail.com>

Rick,

Please ad our names and condolences to the family.

Thank you :{)

Curt and Nancy Arndt
Carlsbad, CA

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 4:17 PM, Bill Miller (LBCs) <lbcs at embarqmail.com>wrote:

> Please add me as well Rick.
>
> Thank you,
> Bill Miller
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick
> Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 8:19 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] List for Frank's Sympathy Card
>
> Here's a list of the listers who've emailed they want to be included on
> Frank's card.  Let me know if you've been left off, misspelled,or would
> like
> to be included
>
> David Lieb
> Kate Bales
> Jeff Foster
> Dave Gropper
> Jay Fishbein
> Mike Maclean
> Bob Walker
> Herb Carter
> Paul Van Wigg
> Jim Johnson
> Dan Stapleton
> Hal Faulkner
> Roger Cotting
> Michael Rowe
> Rudy Streng
> Linda Grunthaner
> Bob Kitterer
> Dave Woerpel
> Buster Evans
> Rick Neville
>
>
>
>
> Rick
>
>
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Fri Apr 15 21:26:23 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:26:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <692891.28095.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

welcome back, Allen. 

--- On Fri, 4/15/11, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
wrote:

> From: Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Spridgets]
Allen's back re: Frank C
> To: "Spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>
Date: Friday, April 15, 2011, 10:13 AM
> Hi List,
> 
> After hearing the
terrible news about Frank C. I decided I
> need to be
> back on this list. 
For anyone who signed up in the
> past few years, I was
> very active here for
quite a while.
> 
> I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and
>
others) came to my house
> and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild
some of
> my garage.
> Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was
getting
> good.  He also
> brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift. 
Now
> I live in a condo and
> a project car is out of the question.
> 
> I
think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous
> people seem like
>
Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of
> LBCs and resto
>
technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb
> before you could get your
> hands out of your pockets.
> 
> Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit
to Classic
> Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I
>
recommend
> that everyone write to David Wallens at
>
david at classicmotorsports.net
> and let him know that the LBC world has lost a
> very important person.
> 
> I missed you guys!
> 
> Thanks,
> Allen Hefner
>
Norristown, PA
> 
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam
Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
>
1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget
>
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From millerls at ado13.com  Fri Apr 15 22:06:28 2011
From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:06:28 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back
In-Reply-To: <692891.28095.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <692891.28095.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <DF046385-346C-4472-8E6F-54C6CCCDEE34@ado13.com>

Welcome back Allen.

Larry Miller

From kgb at frontiernet.net  Fri Apr 15 23:52:45 2011
From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:52:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=rBDfF8bJvd1xOe7g=BvDMFrQF8Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <750540145.1614717.1302933165012.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

I'll bet Just Ed would do it.

Kate




----- Original Message -----
From: "WFO Herb" <froggi60 at gmail.com>
To: "Bob Gardner" <rdgard at cox.net>
Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2011 6:29:21 PM
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Put me on the list

Anyone thought about posting pictures of those on the list so the Clarici
could put a face with a name?
Sorry, I don't know how or where to do it.
Herb

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 01:09:10 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:09:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Just got back from Tom's River
Message-ID: <4520.24518.qm@web36802.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Just got back in from the Friday evening viewing and subsequent dinner and
talks. If tonight's attendance is any indication - and I'm sure it is -
Saturday's procession from the church to the cemetery will bring Tom's River
traffic to a grinding halt. I sincerely hope the police have been warned as
there will probably be a mile of cars making that sad journey.

Upon arriving
tonight at the funeral home, we found that the line of people 
paying their
respects was two or three deep and wrapped through the building to 
the end of
the parking lot and then had started up the other side of the parking 
lot.
There were literally HUNDREDS of people. I believe we stood in line for 
close
to an hour to finally get to Diane, Frankie, Tiffany, and Frankie's wife
(whose name I can not at this moment recall - sorry) 


When a bunch of the
OSHIT crew left to go to a restaurant, the line seemed to 
still be the same
length as when we arrived - there were that many people. The 
funeral director
told us that in all his years there, he had never seen anywhere 
near this
number of people attend a viewing. 


Frank touched many, many lives. If you
can possibly do so, please remember to 
send a check for little Frankie V's
education fund. We need to make something 
good come of this loss. 


 - David
Booker
Long Island

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 04:10:39 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 06:10:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Breakfast before the funeral 7:45 Perkins (same as last
	night)
Message-ID: <BANLkTino5rznnuH4sZkJu5wJQTEeoMvvEA@mail.gmail.com>

List,
David Lieb & I will be having Breakfast before the funeral 7:45 Perkins
(same as last night), we are in a Primrose Bugeye, looks like Franks first
yellow color of his Speedwell.
Lin

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sat Apr 16 04:12:57 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 06:12:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <692891.28095.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <692891.28095.qm@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <B4EDB946-EC06-4B5D-B385-353DA52646C5@snet.net>

Ditto

Jay
-An iPhone communication-

On Apr 15, 2011, at 11:26 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:

> welcome back, Allen. 
> 
> --- On Fri, 4/15/11, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> From: Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [Spridgets]
> Allen's back re: Frank C
>> To: "Spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> 
> Date: Friday, April 15, 2011, 10:13 AM
>> Hi List,
>> 
>> After hearing the
> terrible news about Frank C. I decided I
>> need to be
>> back on this list. 

From jfishbein at snet.net  Sat Apr 16 05:20:02 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 07:20:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Toms River NJ
Message-ID: <EF278669-024C-498D-AFCB-4AD9C84F662A@snet.net>

Well as David Booker already reported, Frank's wake was attended by hundreds
if not well over 1000 people.

I'm unable to attend the funeral this morning do it to a prior obligation in
Connecticut but I just left with Linda's house  She was gracious enough to put
up a number of us that came from out of town and I'm following Linda and
David Lieb who are in his Bugeye that he drove all the way down from Chicago
with no top and I just keep saying to myself this is really embodies Frank's
spirit and love of Spridgets so I guess nothing to be more fitting on the way
to pay last respects to someone so loved.

RIP my friend.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 05:55:42 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 04:55:42 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Sympathy Card
Message-ID: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Friends,

I delivered the list sympathy card during the wake last night.  It contained
65 names of friends wanting to pay their respects.  Sadly, I wasn't able to
include everyone who wanted to be remembered.   Paul Herder was the last
person to contact me before we left for the wake.  If you emailed me after
5:18 EDT, I wasn't able to include your name, for which I'm very sorry.  The
outpouring of people last evening was amazing, but not surprising.
   Remember to donate to Frankie V's education fund.

Rick



Rick

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sat Apr 16 05:56:25 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 07:56:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Put me on the list - sending pictures
In-Reply-To: <750540145.1614717.1302933165012.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <BANLkTi=rBDfF8bJvd1xOe7g=BvDMFrQF8Q@mail.gmail.com>,
	<750540145.1614717.1302933165012.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w33D212A661EFC1914826C2B8AF0@phx.gbl>

There was an email, early on, where Frank's son asked for pictures and stories
to be sent to an email address.  ( I think it was clarici at verizon.com; but
please check this out in your emails or the archives or perhaps whoever posted
it could confirm?  It would be very rare for me to remember properly. )

Robert Duquette
Ottawa ON Canada



> Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:52:45 +0000
>
> I'll bet Just Ed would do it.
>
> Kate
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "WFO Herb" <froggi60 at gmail.com>
>
> Anyone thought about posting pictures of those on the list so the Clarici
> could put a face with a name?
> Sorry, I don't know how or where to do it.
> Herb
> _______________________________________________

From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 06:39:39 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:39:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: What's next? Franks Spridget Projects
In-Reply-To: <COL117-W25FF3CD62F487E42513700C2AD0@phx.gbl>
References: <45D1421A.4090600@comcast.net>
	<COL117-W25FF3CD62F487E42513700C2AD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <176816.1904.qm@web36805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

________________________________

From: brian S <bugeye15 at hotmail.com>

put it back to functional condition and sold it to me.

David Booker
Long IslandHmmm, let's see since he wrote this in 2007, how many did he do?
Not counting all the work he did helping others do their cars

he did find a 67,
The Holy Sprite,
Ladybug,
The $500 Midget
any others???

Mine (the white 1971) came after 2007. I think it was in '08 when he 

From lists at woozy.com  Sat Apr 16 06:45:47 2011
From: lists at woozy.com (Robert Weeks)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 08:45:47 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V fund info
In-Reply-To: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>

Can someone please repost the details on how to donate to the Frankie V 
education fund? I can't seem to find it in my back emails.

Thanks,

Robert



On 4/16/2011 7:55 AM, HealeyRick wrote:
> Remember to donate to Frankie V's education fund.

From lists at woozy.com  Sat Apr 16 07:23:39 2011
From: lists at woozy.com (Robert Weeks)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:23:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
In-Reply-To: <8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>
Message-ID: <4DA9985B.1010606@woozy.com>

I came across this email from back in the early days of this list that 
really captures for me how Frank thought about these cars and encouraged 
us to think about them. Whether it was his tech tips way back when in 
PDLJMPR ( http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/techin.htm ), his Budget Midget, the 
Holy Sprite or any of his other projects, he always encouraged us to do 
it ourselves and to not get so hung up in the details that we miss out 
on how simple these cars are and how much fun this all can be.

     From spridgets-owner Fri Nov 14 20:43:50 1997
    Date: Fri, 14 Nov 1997 22:42:17 -0500
    From: Frank Clarici <spritenut at Exit109.com>
    Organization: Positive Earth Drivers Club

    robert weeks wrote:
    Just what are
     > Midget owners with stock 1275s setting their stroboscopic timing to?
     >
     > Robert Weeks
     > Durham NC
     > 1969 Midget
     > http://www.woozy.com/midget/

    I set mine where it runs the best. I don;t think I ever seen the timing
    mark under the car (I can't get under it and use the light while messing
    with the dizzy all at the same time)
    If it kicks back when starting...it is too far advanced.
    If it has slow pick up...it is to far retarded.
    Set the vacuum advance to point to about 1 O'clock, this should be a
    good starting point provided the distributor drive gear is in the
    correct slot.

    Good luck

I've been thinking all week about the time I went to his house to buy my 
Midget from him. He gave me a tour of that amazing garage of his and 
then took me out for a ride in his 58 Bugeye. He was tearing up and down 
the little side streets of Toms River with this huge grin on his face, 
while I was holding on for dear life but not wanting to show it. I'll 
always remember him with that smile.

"I set mine where it runs best" - That pretty much sums it up.

May God bless and watch over his family.

Robert Weeks

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 07:43:37 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:43:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V fund info
In-Reply-To: <4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>
References: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikV3VhvDViAp6Cu15yy8JEPVOX8zQ@mail.gmail.com>

In the words of Jay, ditto.

Do you remember the time we all donated to help chuck christ get to, was it
Daytona?  He just didn't have the funds, so everybody chipped in and we
wrote him a check.  That was a hoot.

This list is as close to being a large family as one could ever hope.

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 8:45 AM, Robert Weeks <lists at woozy.com> wrote:

> Can someone please repost the details on how to donate to the Frankie V
> education fund? I can't seem to find it in my back emails.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Robert
>
>
>
> On 4/16/2011 7:55 AM, HealeyRick wrote:
>
>> Remember to donate to Frankie V's education fund.
>>
> _______________________________________________
>
> 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/lbc77mg at gmail.com
>
>


--

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 07:44:40 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:44:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back
Message-ID: <BANLkTin45K0hXYgfx8RMgoE0g-9=080JYw@mail.gmail.com>

Well spoken, Jay.

And thanks to all who are sending welcomes to me.  NOW THAT'S ENOUGH!

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 6:12 AM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> Ditto
>
> Jay
> -An iPhone communication-
>
> On Apr 15, 2011, at 11:26 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > welcome back, Allen.
> >
> > --- On Fri, 4/15/11, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> From: Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> >> Subject: [Spridgets]
> > Allen's back re: Frank C
> >> To: "Spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> >>
> > Date: Friday, April 15, 2011, 10:13 AM
> >> Hi List,
> >>
> >> After hearing the
> > terrible news about Frank C. I decided I
> >> need to be
> >> back on this list.
> _______________________________________________

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 07:48:41 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:48:41 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w28FE909517D43C26D9DA8CB8AC0@phx.gbl>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>
	<201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
	<BANLkTikkjYzHs3MdYAxyXgn8y=F+4z4RGA@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTimx6OJeh1qFSmZKFi3mQ1WcyzAm7g@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY147-w28FE909517D43C26D9DA8CB8AC0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=rVXzFg7_6vAkw0m7Pn3yMtEQNBg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Bob,

I didn't realize that was you with the brake problem.  The post I replied to
didn't have your name.

Anyway, I hope this gets cleared up quickly.  As the others have suggested,
it is probably either adjustment or bleeding.  There isn't much else, unless
you bought a bad master cyl rebuild, which is a real possibility.

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget



On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:00 PM, Robert Duquette <
robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> My problem isn't 'bleeding'.  I do that quite well.  It getting the
> bleeding
> to stop that can be difficult. ;)
> I'm happy to hear that you didn't actually 'bring up' brake fluid.  Not
> that
> would be a bad thing if you had actually ingested it.  It's the ingesting
> part
> that might disturb me.
>
>
>
> > Also, your bleeding technique is very important.
> >
> > Jeez!  I have been away for years, and the first day back on the list, I
> > have to bring up brake fluid!  (I mean, talk about brake fluid.;-)
> >
> >  Allen Hefner
> > Norristown, PA
> >
> > *Current:*
> > 2006 Chebbie
> > *Former:*
> > 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> > 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> > 1964 VW Type I
> > 1967 VW Type II
> > 1967 Rover 2000TC
> > 1977 MG Midget
> _______________________________________________
>
> 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/lbc77mg at gmail.com
>
>


--

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 07:58:54 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:58:54 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
References: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikVwRkMQgQx+vq7CJ7rsfuNthbEJg@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, I was the rally guy for SR98.  At the time I was the Regional Rally
Steward for the Phila. Region SCCA.  The gimmick rally went from the hotel
near Carlisle, PA up to a small town called Pitman, PA (Pop. waaay less than
this list).

It was a load of fun watching all the LBCs driving the winding hills and
switchbacks of central PA as I drove around looking for strays.

SR98 was another of Frank's ideas.  He was full of them.  He got us all
together and we made it happen.  Without his inspiration, I hope we can keep
the momentum going.  We owe it to him.

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

>  Hi Allen,
>
> If my memory serves me correctly we met at Sprite Rush 98 (I don't think it
> was 03) and you organised the rally but couldn't stay for the rest of the
> meet.
>
> I've also decided I need to be back on the list though I've kept in touch
> with some listers and had exchanged e-mails with Frank over the weekend.
>
> Regards
>
> Weslake-Monza 1330
>
> In a message dated 15/04/2011 16:31:01 GMT Daylight Time,
> lbc77mg at gmail.com writes:
>
> Hi List,
>
> After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> very active here for quite a while.
>
> I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> house
> and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
> a project car is out of the question.
>
> I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
> hands out of your pockets.
>
> Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> that everyone write to David Wallens at
> david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost
> a
> very important person.
>
> I missed you guys!
>
> Thanks,
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 08:24:04 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 14:24:04 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album -
 LBC Friends
Message-ID: <bcaec53f947f21ebe804a109e974@google.com>

Photos of a few Spridgets List friends.  Including Allen handing chuck the  
list check in January 2002.

https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=105731957295880251866&target=ALBUM&id=5596184872647382737&authkey=Gv1sRgCO-m2P-8pcq2yQE&invite=CIH8v9QP&feat=email

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From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 08:32:58 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 10:32:58 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <1D8299E18BEB42CDBB04479664401177@FAMILY>
References: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
	<1D8299E18BEB42CDBB04479664401177@FAMILY>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=ecTu2oEXOYTFua0g7L6dQ=CZH6A@mail.gmail.com>

Yep!  I was one who received a "Gift Sprite" as Frank called it.  He picked
up a tub from his boneyard and hauled to all the way from South Jersey to
that house in Hatboro, PA.  It had a lot of rebuildable parts still on it,
but I had to hide it in the garage because my yard was pretty small.

I don't know how many others he "donated."

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget



On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 7:20 PM, Geoff Muttart <gmuttart at eastlink.ca> wrote:

> Allen
>
> Was it you who showed up at their new house to unexpectedly find a Sprite
> in
> the garage?  Maybe it was someone else, but those were hi jinx worthy of
> only this List and the energies of Frank!
>
> Geoff Muttart
> Nova Scotia
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Allen Hefner [mailto:lbc77mg at gmail.com]
> Sent: April 15, 2011 12:14 PM
> To: Spridgets list
> Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
>
> Hi List,
>
> After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> very active here for quite a while.
>
> I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> house
> and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
> a project car is out of the question.
>
> I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
> hands out of your pockets.
>
> Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> that everyone write to David Wallens at
> david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost
> a
> very important person.
>
> I missed you guys!
>
> Thanks,
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget
>
>
>


--

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 08:35:06 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 10:35:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
References: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimfg=U+esdjsVHrWoUdbE4Sp+tX8A@mail.gmail.com>

OOPS!  It was Spree '03.  I still have the certificate awards on this
computer!!

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:

>  Hi Allen,
>
> If my memory serves me correctly we met at Sprite Rush 98 (I don't think it
> was 03) and you organised the rally but couldn't stay for the rest of the
> meet.
>
> I've also decided I need to be back on the list though I've kept in touch
> with some listers and had exchanged e-mails with Frank over the weekend.
>
> Regards
>
> Weslake-Monza 1330
>
> In a message dated 15/04/2011 16:31:01 GMT Daylight Time,
> lbc77mg at gmail.com writes:
>
> Hi List,
>
> After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> very active here for quite a while.
>
> I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> house
> and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo and
> a project car is out of the question.
>
> I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get your
> hands out of your pockets.
>
> Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> that everyone write to David Wallens at
> david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has lost
> a
> very important person.
>
> I missed you guys!
>
> Thanks,
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA

From dwgwater at hotmail.com  Sat Apr 16 08:41:44 2011
From: dwgwater at hotmail.com (David Groundwater)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:41:44 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
In-Reply-To: <4DA9985B.1010606@woozy.com>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>,
	<8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill>,
	<4DA9985B.1010606@woozy.com>
Message-ID: <BLU147-W313F574A882CA38AF5185CCEAF0@phx.gbl>

Robert, you found the way to say what I've been trying to come up with all
week.  Frank's "get it done," "make it work" spirit  has been a huge
inspiration to me and probably the main reason I still have my Midget after 25
years.  I never met him, but always admired him.  I've told many non-car
friends  Frank stories, but I doubt people believed them. I learned that when
there was tough problem I was trying to solve, including "Clarici" as a term
in my archive search greatly improved my chances of getting a correct and
useful answer.  I've been on the list pretty much since the get go, mostly
lurking in deference to you folks who really know what you're doing.  There
aren't many people on this list who talk about the work they've paid a
mechanic to do, won't do anything unless it's what the manual says, or moan
"originality" about putting in a Festiva alt or Geo rad or Izzy dizzy.  "I set
mine where it runs the best." Frank's good sense, wisdom and humor about our
Spridgets (and Chinese parts, among many other things) are a part of all of us
on this list and beyond and were taken from us far too soon.   As it says on
Christopher Wren's tomb in St. Paul's, "If you seek his monument, look around
you." RIP Frank. We shall miss you.

Dave Groundwater
'70 Midget

> Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:23:39 -0400
> From: lists at woozy.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] Frank
>
> I came across this email from back in the early days of this list that
> really captures for me how Frank thought about these cars and encouraged
> us to think about them. Whether it was his tech tips way back when in
> PDLJMPR ( http://pdljmpr.tripod.com/techin.htm ), his Budget Midget, the
> Holy Sprite or any of his other projects, he always encouraged us to do
> it ourselves and to not get so hung up in the details that we miss out
> on how simple these cars are and how much fun this all can be.
>
> From spridgets-owner Fri Nov 14 20:43:50 1997
> Date: Fri, 14 Nov 1997 22:42:17 -0500
> From: Frank Clarici <spritenut at Exit109.com>
> Organization: Positive Earth Drivers Club
>
> robert weeks wrote:
> Just what are
> > Midget owners with stock 1275s setting their stroboscopic timing to?
> >
> > Robert Weeks
> > Durham NC
> > 1969 Midget
> > http://www.woozy.com/midget/
>
> I set mine where it runs the best. I don;t think I ever seen the timing
> mark under the car (I can't get under it and use the light while messing
> with the dizzy all at the same time)
> If it kicks back when starting...it is too far advanced.
> If it has slow pick up...it is to far retarded.
> Set the vacuum advance to point to about 1 O'clock, this should be a
> good starting point provided the distributor drive gear is in the
> correct slot.
>
> Good luck
>
> I've been thinking all week about the time I went to his house to buy my
> Midget from him. He gave me a tour of that amazing garage of his and
> then took me out for a ride in his 58 Bugeye. He was tearing up and down
> the little side streets of Toms River with this huge grin on his face,
> while I was holding on for dear life but not wanting to show it. I'll
> always remember him with that smile.
>
> "I set mine where it runs best" - That pretty much sums it up.
>
> May God bless and watch over his family.
>
> Robert Weeks
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From info at classictradespace.com  Sat Apr 16 09:02:56 2011
From: info at classictradespace.com (classic trade space)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:02:56 +0100
Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye
Message-ID: <2A189CCBF48441FCAF0DD6C48759EADC@WORLDCARS>

Any one on the list got a good solid Bugeye to restorefor sale.

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Sat Apr 16 09:48:39 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 10:48:39 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V fund info
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikV3VhvDViAp6Cu15yy8JEPVOX8zQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>
	<BANLkTikV3VhvDViAp6Cu15yy8JEPVOX8zQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DA9BA57.8010209@wi.net>

One more WELCOME BACK Allen!
Re: the list being a family - AMEN!

Dave W.
"Be seeing you"...at the MG Midget 50th Anniversary
July 18-24, Elkhart Lake Wisconsin
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org


On 4/16/2011 8:43 AM, Allen Hefner wrote:
> In the words of Jay, ditto.
>
> Do you remember the time we all donated to help chuck christ get to, was it
> Daytona?  He just didn't have the funds, so everybody chipped in and we
> wrote him a check.  That was a hoot.
>
> This list is as close to being a large family as one could ever hope.
>
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget

From lmacy at mac.com  Sat Apr 16 13:39:07 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:39:07 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Frankie V fund info
In-Reply-To: <4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>
References: <288523.75737.qm@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<4DA98F7B.1020705@woozy.com>
Message-ID: <01A65A56-B401-4D76-8976-EE239A05C40C@mac.com>

Here is the final email I wrote on Friday. Don't loose it again. ;-)

> OK Folks, here is the skinny.
> 
> Since I am not related to Frankie V, I can not open an account in his name with out jumping through hoops that will take days. I can not even open an account with his name on it with out a copy of his SS card. Not just the number, a copy. So since I do not have time to figure this out, the bank gave me a viable suggestion. Make out any check to "Francis A. Clarici V"  Be sure that you have that V on there. That insures that the checks are for Frankie V. If you want to add something in the memo line, say "for Education Fund" or "In Pops Memory". Then Frankie IV can take them to the bank where they have a stamp they can put on them. He can open a savings account or a 529 education fund. 
> 
> Bring them to the funeral or mail them to the Clarici's at the 
> 631 Parkside Ave
> Toms River NJ 08753
> 
> Or mail them to me 
> 729 Barclay Ave
> Morrisville PA 19067
> 
> Or I can still accept a PayPal if you want to go that route. Or a savings bond. No matter, it's all about Frankie V and his Pops (and to ease Frankie and Jen's ease of mind as well) anyway. 
> 
> Sorry for the big delay in what seemed to be such a simple idea. I have been arguing with banks for 2 days just to end up here.
> 
> Larry
> 
> PS and thanks to Phil Nase for the advice.


On Apr 16, 2011, at 8:45 AM, Robert Weeks wrote:

> Can someone please repost the details on how to donate to the Frankie V education fund? I can't seem to find it in my back emails.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Robert
> 
> 
> 
> On 4/16/2011 7:55 AM, HealeyRick wrote:
>> Remember to donate to Frankie V's education fund.
> _______________________________________________
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Department of Psychiatry
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Philadelphia, PA 19104

In a world without walls or fences, what use do we have for windows or 
gates?

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sat Apr 16 15:44:48 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:44:48 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye
In-Reply-To: <2A189CCBF48441FCAF0DD6C48759EADC@WORLDCARS>
References: <2A189CCBF48441FCAF0DD6C48759EADC@WORLDCARS>
Message-ID: <COL117-W75AC92A814C74CB59448EC2AF0@phx.gbl>

Not any more......not since 4/11/11 anyway...

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
Thanks to Frank RIP my friend



> From: info at classictradespace.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:02:56 +0100
> Subject: [Spridgets] bugeye
>
> Any one on the list got a good solid Bugeye to restorefor sale.

From bkitterer at me.com  Sat Apr 16 16:07:11 2011
From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:07:11 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <BLU147-W313F574A882CA38AF5185CCEAF0@phx.gbl>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill> <4DA9985B.1010606@woozy.com>
	<BLU147-W313F574A882CA38AF5185CCEAF0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <068DF90A-79B5-468E-AFE2-F662AA7D5C89@me.com>

I am just now trying to get caught up, mentally and physically, from everything that has happen this week.

The Franks viewing last night was suppose to be from 6 to 9 but I am sure it continued after that time.  Some one has estimated a thousand people were there, I think the number maybe higher.  We did not get in the line until around 7:30 and it was close to nine when we left the building with a line still going back through the hall ways.  I think it was Larry Macy that said the elderly funeral director commented that he had never seen anything like this.  Frank touched so many people in so many different walks of life.

For this mornings services I think there were several hundred in attendance.  There were police cars from several towns controlling traffic so the very long caravan of mourners could pass  on their way to say a final goodbye to Frank.

I feel like a reporter of events for all other words fail me.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sat Apr 16 16:33:53 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:33:53 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Just got back from Tom's River
Message-ID: <COL117-W36AE396BC184DFEBCFAEA5C2AF0@phx.gbl>

I just back to Long Island from Franks Funeral.
A very large turnout.
A Wonderful Homily by Father Jack. Poignant and personal and relevant.
He drove the Holy Sprite to the Church, he said even though
he hadn't started it since last September, it fired right up and is running
beautifully.

I think that Frank would have been embarrassed by all the Police Road blocks
for the procession from the Church to the Cemetery, about 5 miles, caused a
heck of a traffic jam.
While I'm not as hard core as Dave Lieb, I had to put the top down on my
Mustang. :-)

It was wonderful to meet people in person whom I had only known as an email
address and or a picture
and to talk to people I hadn't seen in too long a time...
I hate the circumstances, but it was good to do.
Some wonderful stories were told and it was good to connect
on a more personal level with people from our little online family..
A very sad day....

 I know I am a better person for knowing him.

To those that would like to donate to Frankie the V,
I would suggest sending it to

The Clarici family
631 Parkside Ave
Toms River NJ
08753

Sorry for the seemingly random thoughts, but my mind
still isn't functioning as it should.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!
Thanks to Frank
RIP my friend



> Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:09:10 -0700
> From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Spridgets] Just got back from Tom's River
>
> Just got back in from the Friday evening viewing and subsequent dinner and
> talks. If tonight's attendance is any indication - and I'm sure it is -
> Saturday's procession from the church to the cemetery will bring Tom's
River
> traffic to a grinding halt. I sincerely hope the police have been warned as
> there will probably be a mile of cars making that sad journey.
>
> Upon arriving
> tonight at the funeral home, we found that the line of people
> paying their
> respects was two or three deep and wrapped through the building to
> the end of
> the parking lot and then had started up the other side of the parking
> lot.
> There were literally HUNDREDS of people. I believe we stood in line for
> close
> to an hour to finally get to Diane, Frankie, Tiffany, and Frankie's wife
> (whose name I can not at this moment recall - sorry)
>
>
> When a bunch of the
> OSHIT crew left to go to a restaurant, the line seemed to
> still be the same
> length as when we arrived - there were that many people. The
> funeral director
> told us that in all his years there, he had never seen anywhere
> near this
> number of people attend a viewing.
>
>
> Frank touched many, many lives. If you
> can possibly do so, please remember to
> send a check for little Frankie V's
> education fund. We need to make something
> good come of this loss.
>
>
>  - David Booker

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 16:47:36 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:47:36 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
Message-ID: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>

I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I need
something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.

Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
Others I should look at?
Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK

Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 17:20:22 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:20:22 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Frank's Services
In-Reply-To: <068DF90A-79B5-468E-AFE2-F662AA7D5C89@me.com>
References: <992324.52283.qm@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
	<8E2B9E3E38EE4A32BE6D7ED742D39577@Bill> <4DA9985B.1010606@woozy.com>
	<BLU147-W313F574A882CA38AF5185CCEAF0@phx.gbl>
	<068DF90A-79B5-468E-AFE2-F662AA7D5C89@me.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinHDh+WUqS_pawNmWAJs-vkMt3Y0w@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks, Bob.  Some of us who loved Frank like a brother couldn't be there so
we very much appreciate your "reporting".

Cheers!!
Jim
*Where ever a Spridget is being worked on, there you will find Frank
Clarici's spirit.*

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:07 PM, Kitterer Bob <bkitterer at me.com> wrote:

> I am just now trying to get caught up, mentally and physically, from
> everything that has happen this week.
>
> The Franks viewing last night was suppose to be from 6 to 9 but I am sure
> it continued after that time.  Some one has estimated a thousand people were
> there, I think the number maybe higher.  We did not get in the line until
> around 7:30 and it was close to nine when we left the building with a line
> still going back through the hall ways.  I think it was Larry Macy that said
> the elderly funeral director commented that he had never seen anything like
> this.  Frank touched so many people in so many different walks of life.
>
> For this mornings services I think there were several hundred in
> attendance.  There were police cars from several towns controlling traffic
> so the very long caravan of mourners could pass  on their way to say a final
> goodbye to Frank.
>
> I feel like a reporter of events for all other words fail me.
>
> Bob Kitterer
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise) - in storage
> 1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes - in storage
> _______________________________________________
>
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>


-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From bmwwxman at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 17:26:08 2011
From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:26:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimjzWRTthHgwYLzo=f+MHAdGw9eYA@mail.gmail.com>

Rick,

My only concern would be this turning into a sail in the wind.  I'd be
darned sure you have good anchor bolts deep into the slab...  Even then,
thunderstorm downburst winds can reach in excess of 200 mph which would
likely peel the canvas off the frame.

Cheers!!
Jim - the retired meteorologist

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM, Rick Bastedo <rbastedo at gmail.com> wrote:

> I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I
> need
> something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.
>
> Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
> Others I should look at?
> Thanks!
>
>
> http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK
>
> Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
> _______________________________________________
>
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>


-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org

From lists at woozy.com  Sat Apr 16 17:44:56 2011
From: lists at woozy.com (Robert Weeks)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 19:44:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4DAA29F8.600@woozy.com>

I don't have any experience with that particular one but I bought 
something similar last year to cover my tractor. Make sure you really 
anchor it down well or else it will end up like mine did. I don't have a 
concrete slab to anchor to and the anchors that came with the shelter 
pulled out of the ground when we had a particularly strong storm:

http://tinyurl.com/3l69rqm

I don't know if you can get them where you live, but here they sell 
metal carports (installed) for around $750 which will last a lot longer:

http://tinyurl.com/3zyhgrw

I'm hoping to get one of these eventually but need to cut down a lot of 
very tall trees and save up some $$$ before I can.

Good luck

Robert



On 4/16/2011 6:47 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote:
> I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I need
> something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.
>
> Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
> Others I should look at?
> Thanks!
>
> http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK
>
> Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
> _______________________________________________
>
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From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Sat Apr 16 17:50:47 2011
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 23:50:47 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <55294244.1273062.1302997847745.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

At 24' how many Spridgets are you planning to work on in there?


----- Original Message -----
From: "Rick Bastedo" <rbastedo at gmail.com>
To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 6:47:36 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?

I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I need
something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.

Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
Others I should look at?
Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK

Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 17:57:54 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:57:54 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin45K0hXYgfx8RMgoE0g-9=080JYw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <221983.11320.qm@web161213.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

No it's not.  Welcome back Allen!  As we say about the list, "You can check
out anytime you like, but you can never leave."

Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

--- On Sat, 4/16/11, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Allen's back
To: "Spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011, 9:44 AM

Well spoken, Jay.

And thanks to all who are sending welcomes to me.  NOW THAT'S ENOUGH!

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 6:12 AM, Jay Fishbein <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> Ditto
>
> Jay
> -An iPhone communication-
>
> On Apr 15, 2011, at 11:26 PM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > welcome back, Allen.
> >
> > --- On Fri, 4/15/11, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> From: Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
> >> Subject: [Spridgets]
> > Allen's back re: Frank C
> >> To: "Spridgets list" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> >>
> > Date: Friday, April 15, 2011, 10:13 AM
> >> Hi List,
> >>
> >> After hearing the
> > terrible news about Frank C. I decided I
> >> need to be
> >> back on this list.
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From an5.sprite at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 18:03:56 2011
From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:03:56 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimjzWRTthHgwYLzo=f+MHAdGw9eYA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com><BANLkTimjzWRTthHgwYLzo=f+MHAdGw9eYA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <mailman.20.1302998651.3238.spridgets@autox.team.net>

I bought something similar to this from Costco 2 years ago. Paid only about $200 or $250. I did not have it anchored to the ground (it was anchored to boards that sat under the tires on the car) my car got "stuck" at the shop waiting for an inspection and the damn thing blew across my lawn and twisted itself up a bit.

If you get it bolt it down.

Steve
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:26:08 
Cc: SPRIDGETS<spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?

Rick,

My only concern would be this turning into a sail in the wind.  I'd be
darned sure you have good anchor bolts deep into the slab...  Even then,
thunderstorm downburst winds can reach in excess of 200 mph which would
likely peel the canvas off the frame.

Cheers!!
Jim - the retired meteorologist

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM, Rick Bastedo <rbastedo at gmail.com> wrote:

> I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I
> need
> something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.
>
> Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
> Others I should look at?
> Thanks!
>
>
> http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK
>
> Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
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-- 
Cheers!!
Jim Johnson
Don't miss the BIG PARTY!!  Midget 50th Anniversary!
Elkhart Lake, WI  July 18-22, 2011
Info & Registration here:
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org
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From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 18:29:01 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:29:01 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <55294244.1273062.1302997847745.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <BANLkTikOydsa-neDBFQ4e5K_nT+-_aAsfA@mail.gmail.com>
	<55294244.1273062.1302997847745.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
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Well I have only the three at the moment...
One daily driver, one pretty little red MK2 Sprite and one Mk1 Midget parts
car.
I'm just very tired of working out on the street.


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 4:50 PM, <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:

> At 24' how many Spridgets are you planning to work on in there?
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Rick Bastedo" <rbastedo at gmail.com>
> To: "SPRIDGETS" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 6:47:36 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and I
> need
> something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.
>
> Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
> Others I should look at?
> Thanks!
>
>
> http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GKG6NK
>
> Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
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>
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 18:46:06 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 20:46:06 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
Message-ID: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>

Glad I did have my Bimini top with me. As soon as I left Linda's
house, the drips started getting bigger, so I stopped and put it on
before I hit the Parkway. Kept me as dry as I expect to be when
driving a Bugeye in the rain.

Distributor cap started arcing from #3 to the clip and I couldn't
convince it of the error of its ways, so I pulled over at a Shell
station and swapped in the 123/Mini dissy from my Midget; glad I
grabbed it.

Made it as far as Bloomsburg, PA, then the rain got really bad, so I
am now ensconced in the Hampton Inn, while the gracious staff let me
leave the car under the entrance for the night. Yeah, the tonneau is
on as well. Another eleven hours or so tomorrow and I should be home.

David L

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 19:15:13 2011
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:15:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <628016.1807.qm@web161205.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>

Prolly not the right time to tell you how comfy I was in my 425 hp Chrysler
300C SRT8 with heated seats, huh?  Good to see you David.  Have a safe and dry
trip the rest of the way.

Rick


Follow My Nasty Boy Build:  http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo

--- On Sat, 4/16/11, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com>
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011, 8:46 PM

Glad I did have my Bimini top with me. As soon as I left Linda's
house, the drips started getting bigger, so I stopped and put it on
before I hit the Parkway. Kept me as dry as I expect to be when
driving a Bugeye in the rain.

Distributor cap started arcing from #3 to the clip and I couldn't
convince it of the error of its ways, so I pulled over at a Shell
station and swapped in the 123/Mini dissy from my Midget; glad I
grabbed it.

Made it as far as Bloomsburg, PA, then the rain got really bad, so I
am now ensconced in the Hampton Inn, while the gracious staff let me
leave the car under the entrance for the night. Yeah, the tonneau is
on as well. Another eleven hours or so tomorrow and I should be home.

David L
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From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 19:52:12 2011
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:52:12 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinYZHntnucNqhP8wHkGYkBOPaYzmQ@mail.gmail.com>

David,

Don't forget that can of "WD 40." Remember the WD stands for Water
Displacement.

I can't tell you how many times in the rain and slush having to spray my
distributor and wires to keep the car running when everything got wet.  Take
it from experience, this works very well.

Cheers,

Curt
:{) Sprite daily driver in college and the Marine Corps (Indiana and Chicago
winters and in Quantico, VA in the 1970s)

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:46 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote:

> Glad I did have my Bimini top with me. As soon as I left Linda's
> house, the drips started getting bigger, so I stopped and put it on
> before I hit the Parkway. Kept me as dry as I expect to be when
> driving a Bugeye in the rain.
>
> Distributor cap started arcing from #3 to the clip and I couldn't
> convince it of the error of its ways, so I pulled over at a Shell
> station and swapped in the 123/Mini dissy from my Midget; glad I
> grabbed it.
>
> Made it as far as Bloomsburg, PA, then the rain got really bad, so I
> am now ensconced in the Hampton Inn, while the gracious staff let me
> leave the car under the entrance for the night. Yeah, the tonneau is
> on as well. Another eleven hours or so tomorrow and I should be home.
>
> David L
> _______________________________________________
>
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From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com  Sat Apr 16 19:52:17 2011
From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:52:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK, you drove a thousand or so miles here with 
no top. You go through a two
day emotional roller
coaster because your friend meant so much to 
you.You do
much of the start of the return trip in 
the rain with only a bimini top - no
windows at all 
in a car that only had side curtains to begin with. 
Oh yes,
then you change the distributor in the rain 
at a gas station along the way.
...and let me guess,
all in a pair of flip-flops, no doubt.

Dave - you're my
hero.

 - David Booker
 Long Island

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 20:23:17 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 22:23:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album
 - LBC Friends
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTimBXPu8nbO=PxpGksWbbKoBgN=7QA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <bcaec53f947f21ebe804a109e974@google.com>
	<BANLkTimBXPu8nbO=PxpGksWbbKoBgN=7QA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTikQAeCo8x7m=SddUR7Nd-ebw2GsNg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Brad,

I hate computers.  I just changed the album to be shared with anyone in the
world.

Please try that link again.  (It worked for me, but I was logged in.)  If it
still doesn't work, I'll try something else!

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 7:41 PM, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:

> for some reason, your link is not working for me.
>
> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Photos of a few Spridgets List friends.  Including Allen handing chuck the
>> list check in January 2002.
>>
>>
>> https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=105731957295880251866&target=ALBUM&id=5596184872647382737&authkey=Gv1sRgCO-m2P-8pcq2yQE&invite=CIH8v9QP&feat=email
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of
>> picasaweblogo-en_US.gif]
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
>> email.jpg]
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> DON JULIO 1942
>
> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sat Apr 16 20:26:25 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 22:26:25 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <2FC71C06-1537-4EED-BF50-BCCE31A5A067@verizon.net>
References: <BANLkTin7JtGbZ3EE0EvKOLDx734KcQE_9w@mail.gmail.com>
	<2FC71C06-1537-4EED-BF50-BCCE31A5A067@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimaJizvsC7KAgB+k7MBKD5Lsf7g=w@mail.gmail.com>

I remember, Phil.  I think we worked together on that one.  I am hoping to
make some more of them, but they will have to be local, like SE PA.  I don't
have any parts to share, but I'll bring my hammer.

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 8:12 PM, Phil Nase <nases at verizon.net> wrote:

> Hi Allen,
> I think we meet about 6 or 7 years ago in North Coventry where Larry Macy
> used to live. It was my first OSHIT and I have been attending just about all
> of them since.
>
> Welcome back to the list.
>
> Phil Nase
> Quakertown, PA
> home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/
>
> On Apr 15, 2011, at 11:13 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Hi List,
> >
> > After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> > back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> > very active here for quite a while.
> >
> > I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> house
> > and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> > Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> > brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo
> and
> > a project car is out of the question.
> >
> > I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> > Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> > technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get
> your
> > hands out of your pockets.
> >
> > Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> > Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> > that everyone write to David Wallens at
> > david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has
> lost a
> > very important person.
> >
> > I missed you guys!
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Allen Hefner
> > Norristown, PA
> >
> > *Current:*
> > 2006 Chebbie
> > *Former:*
> > 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> > 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> > 1964 VW Type I
> > 1967 VW Type II
> > 1967 Rover 2000TC
> > 1977 MG Midget
> > _______________________________________________
> >
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From aseippel at austin.rr.com  Sat Apr 16 20:32:49 2011
From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:32:49 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <0aa701cbfca7$beb804e0$3c280ea0$@rr.com>

David, there is a fix for the arcing in the rain. First make sure there is
no tracking on the distributor. Then carefully clean the outside with brake
cleaner or lacquer thinner. You need to make sure there is no contamination
that support arcing. When it is completely clean and dry, install a boot
over the distributor and wires. The waterproof covers for the distributor
and coil are available from Vickie B. I never had a Sprite miss that had
been treated this way. - Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb
Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 7:46 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...

Glad I did have my Bimini top with me. As soon as I left Linda's
house, the drips started getting bigger, so I stopped and put it on
before I hit the Parkway. Kept me as dry as I expect to be when
driving a Bugeye in the rain.

Distributor cap started arcing from #3 to the clip and I couldn't
convince it of the error of its ways, so I pulled over at a Shell
station and swapped in the 123/Mini dissy from my Midget; glad I
grabbed it.

Made it as far as Bloomsburg, PA, then the rain got really bad, so I
am now ensconced in the Hampton Inn, while the gracious staff let me
leave the car under the entrance for the night. Yeah, the tonneau is
on as well. Another eleven hours or so tomorrow and I should be home.

David L
_______________________________________________

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sat Apr 16 20:35:47 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:35:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
	<612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <011701cbfca8$29813530$7c839f90$@net>

Or you are wanting to bw a casualty statistic?? Hard to determine which.
Glad you are tucked in for the nite and safe.

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Booker
Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 8:52 PM
To: David Lieb; Spridgets
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] On my way...

OK, you drove a thousand or so miles here with 
no top. You go through a two
day emotional roller
coaster because your friend meant so much to 
you.You do
much of the start of the return trip in 
the rain with only a bimini top - no
windows at all 
in a car that only had side curtains to begin with. 
Oh yes,
then you change the distributor in the rain 
at a gas station along the way.
...and let me guess,
all in a pair of flip-flops, no doubt.

Dave - you're my
hero.

 - David Booker
 Long Island
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From cathe125 at suddenlink.net  Sat Apr 16 20:39:28 2011
From: cathe125 at suddenlink.net (cathey speichinger)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:39:28 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album
 - LBC Friends
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikQAeCo8x7m=SddUR7Nd-ebw2GsNg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <bcaec53f947f21ebe804a109e974@google.com>
	<BANLkTimBXPu8nbO=PxpGksWbbKoBgN=7QA@mail.gmail.com>
	<BANLkTikQAeCo8x7m=SddUR7Nd-ebw2GsNg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <011801cbfca8$acfd5560$06f80020$@net>

Welcome back Allen.  It has been a long time.  Since you took a leave of
absence they developed tinyurl.com
  Check it out as it makes long url's easy to handle

Leo


-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner
Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2011 9:23 PM
To: Spridgets list
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album
- LBC Friends

Hi Brad,

I hate computers.  I just changed the album to be shared with anyone in the
world.

Please try that link again.  (It worked for me, but I was logged in.)  If it
still doesn't work, I'll try something else!

Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget


On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 7:41 PM, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com> wrote:

> for some reason, your link is not working for me.
>
> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Photos of a few Spridgets List friends.  Including Allen handing chuck
the
>> list check in January 2002.
>>
>>
>>
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=105731957295880251866&target=AL
BUM&id=5596184872647382737&authkey=Gv1sRgCO-m2P-8pcq2yQE&invite=CIH8v9QP&fea
t=email
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of
>> picasaweblogo-en_US.gif]
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name
of
>> email.jpg]
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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>>
>>
>
>
> --
> DON JULIO 1942
>
> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Sat Apr 16 21:02:30 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein)
Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 23:02:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
	<612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <99B9F6C5-1EEC-4768-8E7D-A9EF51D2BF74@snet.net>

Ditto.

Great meeting you Dave. Good luck on the next part of your return trip.

Jay Fishbein
Wallingford, CT
-An iPhone communication-

On Apr 16, 2011, at 9:52 PM, David Booker <tncarnut1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> OK, you drove a thousand or so miles here with
> no top. You go through a two
> day emotional roller
> coaster because your friend meant so much to
> you.You do
> much of the start of the return trip in
> the rain with only a bimini top - no
> windows at all
> in a car that only had side curtains to begin with.
> Oh yes,
> then you change the distributor in the rain
> at a gas station along the way.
> ...and let me guess,
> all in a pair of flip-flops, no doubt.
>
> Dave - you're my
> hero.
>
> - David Booker
> Long Island
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 03:34:40 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:34:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
	<612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <-8647759488568013058@unknownmsgid>

David,
Thanks but it wasn't about me, it was about Frank. He meant a lot to me,
even though I didn't get to see him very often. Up through Wednesday night,
my brain had me convinced that it would be a stupid idea, but then I told
myself that this was how I missed out on the Buster Cluster and the Assembly
of the Holy Sprite, so I filled my suitcase and left. Glad I did.

Leo,
If I has wanted to be a statistic, I would have driven home straight
through. It ceases to be fun to drive a Bugeye when the wind is gusting, a
cold rain is falling, it is dark, and there are still hundreds of miles to
go.
David L

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 06:01:05 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 08:01:05 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] In loving memory of our dear friend Frank Clarici
	"Spritenut"
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=AazTJb0Tiw7PdZosgKhvdmRH2nA@mail.gmail.com>

My Dear Spritely Friends,

It is Sunday, we have put our dear friend Frank to rest yesterday and the
dust is starting to settle with a vast hole in our hearts. We have all been
through an emotional roller coaster desperately seeking him, following link
after link of his photos and text messages in hopes that he is still out
there. In hopes that his memory stays alive. I have never felt quite this
sad about anyone in my life other than my own parents. I am left with
emptiness and dismay as I try to make sense of it all. But it is life though
short as it may be for some and through illness as long as it shouldnt be
and we have to accept it.



We cannot move forward without remembering the message that he has
generously left with us to carry on with, the message of hope and kindness
which we must carry in our hearts and share with others. I have been
fortunate enough to have been able have spend time with Frank others who
have been closer to the man we all loved spent greater moments than I. But
we have all had some kind of a connection with him in one way or another. We
have all in some way have been touched by the man known as Spritenut.
Whether a lurker or one who shares on this list we are all connected to him.
We cannot forget his beautiful message of kindness to others, by giving a
technical message or offering a kind deed such as helping your neighbor with
a project that they are struggling with.



I truly hope that you all stay on this list and offer a hand in any way as
that to me was his message. If in fact you move forward without this
particular list I hope that you continue to do a good deed each day in your
lives. Frank worked exceedingly hard to help others, he exhausted his energy
to do that. He paid it forward day after day. During the sermon though I am
not what I would call a religious person I listened to father Jack with
intent and respect for Franks religious beliefs and I suddenly realized that
Frank was not taken from us with malice. Frank was taken from us because he
was done with his Earthly duties on earth. Frank was taken to be with God
because he earned his wings to be with God. We still are left behind because
we have not done enough. Or that is what I want to believe. I suppose if I
want to live on Earth longer I need to continue to argue with my siblings or
my co workers about trivial things. But if I want to return to where I came
from I would do as Frank had done countless times and be granted the gift to
return. It is simply up to me now. I personally have much more to do here on
Earth to get my Spritely wings so I strongly doubt I will return to my maker
anytime soon, basically because I can still be very selfish.



Let us not forget to be just a little kinder to others for Frank, for his
memory and for the countless messages this man had sent to us while here on
Earth so that perhaps we will one day see him and other we so deeply loved
again and earn our wings.



With loving memory of Frank and remembering his message of love and kindness
to others,



Linda

62 deep pink Sprite Pinky

From lbc77mg at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 06:34:57 2011
From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 08:34:57 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album
 - LBC Friends
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References: <bcaec53f947f21ebe804a109e974@google.com>
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OO! OO! PLEASE SEND!

I don't have them.

Thanks, Brad.

Allen



On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 10:33 PM, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>wrote:

> Thank you, I got them. While filing them away, I found the photos of Frank
> and company delivering your project to your house. I had forgotten I even
> still had them...
>
> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:23 PM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hi Brad,
>>
>> I hate computers.  I just changed the album to be shared with anyone in
>> the
>> world.
>>
>> Please try that link again.  (It worked for me, but I was logged in.)  If
>> it
>> still doesn't work, I'll try something else!
>>
>> Allen Hefner
>> Norristown, PA
>>
>> *Current:*
>> 2006 Chebbie
>> *Former:*
>> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
>> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
>> 1964 VW Type I
>> 1967 VW Type II
>> 1967 Rover 2000TC
>> 1977 MG Midget
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 7:41 PM, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> > for some reason, your link is not working for me.
>> >
>> > On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>> >
>> >> Photos of a few Spridgets List friends.  Including Allen handing chuck
>> the
>> >> list check in January 2002.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=105731957295880251866&target=ALBUM&id=5596184872647382737&authkey=Gv1sRgCO-m2P-8pcq2yQE&invite=CIH8v9QP&feat=email
>> >>
>> >> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name
>> of
>> >> picasaweblogo-en_US.gif]
>> >>
>> >> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name
>> of
>> >> email.jpg]
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>> >
>> >
>> > --
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-- 
Allen Hefner
Norristown, PA

*Current:*
2006 Chebbie
*Former:*
1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
1964 VW Type I
1967 VW Type II
1967 Rover 2000TC
1977 MG Midget

From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sun Apr 17 06:46:15 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
Message-ID: <39d201cbfcfd$707cbea0$0168010a@mail2world.com>

I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.

That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.

Just my experience.

-=Chris

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

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: an5.sprite at gmail.com [an5.sprite at gmail.com]
>Sent: 4/16/2011 8:03:56 PM
>To: bmwwxman at gmail.com;spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
>I bought something similar to this from Costco 2 years ago. Paid only
about $200
>or $250. I did not have it anchored to the ground (it was anchored to
boards
>that sat under the tires on the car) my car got "stuck" at the shop
waiting for
>an inspection and the damn thing blew across my lawn and twisted itself
up a bit.
>
>If you get it bolt it down.
>
>Steve
>Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Jim Johnson <bmwwxman at gmail.com>
>Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
>Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:26:08 
>Cc: SPRIDGETS<spridgets at autox.team.net>
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
>Rick,
>
>My only concern would be this turning into a sail in the wind. I'd be
>darned sure you have good anchor bolts deep into the slab... Even then,
>thunderstorm downburst winds can reach in excess of 200 mph which would
>likely peel the canvas off the frame.
>
>Cheers!!
>Jim - the retired meteorologist
>
>On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM, Rick Bastedo <rbastedo at gmail.com>
wrote:
>
>> I am looking at this one, the size is right for my back yard slab and
I
>> need
>> something to work in and keep Spridgets dry.
>>
>> Any thoughts on this one? Amazon has free shipping on it today.
>> Others I should look at?
>> Thanks!
>>
>>
>>
http://www.amazon.com/ShelterLogic-72444-Green-12x24x8-Shelter/dp/B004GK
G6NK
>>
>> Rick (raindrops keep falling on my head...) Bastedo
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>
>
>-- 
>Cheers!!
>Jim Johnson
>Don't miss the BIG PARTY!! Midget 50th Anniversary!
>Elkhart Lake, WI July 18-22, 2011
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From cbking at alum.rpi.edu  Sun Apr 17 06:58:21 2011
From: cbking at alum.rpi.edu (Chris King)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:58:21 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web Album
 - LBC Friends
Message-ID: <30ed01cbfcff$218c8b70$056a010a@mail2world.com>

Allen,

The link works. Welcome back.

That OSHIT was the first time I met Frank (and you, and Chuck, and
Graz). I'd have never gotten my car done if it weren't for you guys.

I'm still processing Friday and Saturday. It was good to see old friends
and put faces to names on the list, but it sucked that id was such a sad
occasion. In a very weird way, this weekend with the Spridget family
felt a lot like my own family- - there's a whole side of my family in
Vermont that I only see at funerals. I certainly hope I'll be seeing all
of you at more joyous occasions. Still, it was amazing to see the
outpouring of love for Frank. It really was incredible.

OK, I'm done rambling...

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

<-----Original Message-----> 
>From: Allen Hefner [lbc77mg at gmail.com]
>Sent: 4/16/2011 10:23:17 PM
>To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Invitation to view Allen Hefner's Picasa Web
Album -
>LBC Friends
>
>Hi Brad,
>
>I hate computers. I just changed the album to be shared with anyone in
the
>world.
>
>Please try that link again. (It worked for me, but I was logged in.) If
it
>still doesn't work, I'll try something else!
>
>Allen Hefner
>Norristown, PA
>
>*Current:*
>2006 Chebbie
>*Former:*
>1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
>1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
>1964 VW Type I
>1967 VW Type II
>1967 Rover 2000TC
>1977 MG Midget
>
>
>On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 7:41 PM, Brad Fornal <tequila.brad at gmail.com>
wrote:
>
>> for some reason, your link is not working for me.
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com>
wrote:
>>
>>> Photos of a few Spridgets List friends. Including Allen handing
chuck the
>>> list check in January 2002.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=105731957295880251866&targ
et=ALBUM&id=5596184872647382737&authkey=Gv1sRgCO-m2P-8pcq2yQE&invite=CIH
8v9QP&feat=email
>>>
>>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a
name of
>>> picasaweblogo-en_US.gif]
>>>
>>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a
name of
>>> email.jpg]
>>> _______________________________________________
>>>
>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>> Suggested annual donation $12.75
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>>>
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>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> DON JULIO 1942
>>
>> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad
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From lindalnhvt at nhvt.net  Sun Apr 17 10:19:29 2011
From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net (lindalnhvt at nhvt.net)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 12:19:29 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Emergency brake handle
Message-ID: <e8adc79516cb953fdeed74ee43f127d0.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net>

Can anyone tell me if the emergency brake handle(lever) from a 68-69
Sprite will fit a bugeye?  If not, does anyone have one of these for a
Bugeye they would like to sell.  I have the linkage to th axle.
Thanks
Dick Byrne in NH

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 10:47:22 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 09:47:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
Message-ID: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>

Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds allow.
Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot in
my backyard very soon.
I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough materials
to start the thing for that kind of money.
I have doubts.

Rick Bastedo


From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?

I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.

That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.

Just my experience.

-=Chris

From corvallis at peoplepc.com  Sun Apr 17 11:09:31 2011
From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 10:09:31 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Emergency brake handle
In-Reply-To: <e8adc79516cb953fdeed74ee43f127d0.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net>
References: <e8adc79516cb953fdeed74ee43f127d0.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net>
Message-ID: <4833B2F3F0FD4A3994A246FA6091E7FA@spider>

According to these two eBay auctions, they are the same. ...bill in
corvallis
http://tinyurl.com/3jbamgy
=========================================================
-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of lindalnhvt at nhvt.net
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 9:19 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] Emergency brake handle

Can anyone tell me if the emergency brake handle(lever) from a 68-69
Sprite will fit a bugeye?  If not, does anyone have one of these for a
Bugeye they would like to sell.  I have the linkage to th axle.
Thanks
Dick Byrne in NH
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Apr 17 11:23:48 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 12:23:48 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>

Go to the materials section in Craigslist before you head to the lumber
yard/  You can find some deals there if you know what you are looking for
and have a couple of weeks before you start the project

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 11:47 AM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?

Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds allow.
Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot in
my backyard very soon.
I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough materials
to start the thing for that kind of money.
I have doubts.

Rick Bastedo


From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?

I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.

That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.

Just my experience.

-=Chris
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Apr 17 11:47:44 2011
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 10:47:44 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>
Message-ID: <C9D075D0.2F76D%billyzoom@billyzoom.com>

Make sure you get your permits in order before you start.
BZ

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 11:49:40 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 10:49:40 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>
References: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>
	<013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTin=C=LheZW+43WOiFQp5f8A-3BD1g@mail.gmail.com>

Well I need the trip to the yard just to set a baseline if nothing else.
I've been looking in the materials / craigslist for the past month or so -
maybe I just don't know how to find what I'm looking for.
I'll go and get prices on PT 4x4's and 2x4's and sheathing and such then
compare to what I can get on craigslist.
There's no rush, but it would be great to get started with something.

Rick


On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 10:23 AM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:

> Go to the materials section in Craigslist before you head to the lumber
> yard/  You can find some deals there if you know what you are looking for
> and have a couple of weeks before you start the project
>
> Leo
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo
> Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 11:47 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
> lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
> Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
> The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
> uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds allow.
> Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot in
> my backyard very soon.
> I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough
> materials
> to start the thing for that kind of money.
> I have doubts.
>
> Rick Bastedo
>
>
> From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
> Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
> weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.
>
> That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
> exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
> only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
> sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.
>
> Just my experience.
>
> -=Chris
> _______________________________________________
>
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From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 12:40:56 2011
From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:40:56 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Emergency brake handle
In-Reply-To: <e8adc79516cb953fdeed74ee43f127d0.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net>
References: <e8adc79516cb953fdeed74ee43f127d0.squirrel@virtwebmail.nhvt.net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=Sk54R10zqcyL=4V8fP5woZP9s_w@mail.gmail.com>

On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 12:19 PM,  <lindalnhvt at nhvt.net> wrote:
Can anyone tell me if the emergency brake handle(lever) from a 68-69
Sprite will fit a bugeye?
------------------------------------------------------

There are some subtle differences between the years but they all mount
and operate the same. The length of the lever and the length of the
grip area differ slightly through the years.

Franks would have told you first! R.I.P.

-- 
Kent
1960 Bugeye
1967 Sprite - following in the 73's footsteps to the boneyard...

From tr3.4.me at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 14:23:05 2011
From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:23:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
Message-ID: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>

I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget.

Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different
in cost.
Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the sellers?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674

OR

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181

From eap2140 at yahoo.com  Sun Apr 17 15:03:53 2011
From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:03:53 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <658433.23560.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I'm sure others will chime in with where to get the best cable, but I would not 
recommend nic_cj. He always sent me the wrong parts.

 Edward Perez
Summerville, SC
78 Midget (1275)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/




________________________________
From: J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, April 17, 2011 4:23:05 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable

I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget.

Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different
in cost.
Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the sellers?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674

OR

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Apr 17 15:07:28 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:07:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
Message-ID: <998817.38695.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I left late this morning on purpose too sweep you. just passed  Barrington
Road, no sign of bugeyes so I think that's good.  You rock, my man.

Back to
the drive. 
Ron

Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android

From lmacy at mac.com  Sun Apr 17 15:38:46 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 17:38:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <998817.38695.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <998817.38695.qm@web30505.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <28775866-40BB-4099-98EB-F01B8D343AA3@mac.com>

Drive careful

But remember MG Motto "Safety Fast"!!

Larry

On Apr 17, 2011, at 5:07 PM, Ron Soave wrote:

> I left late this morning on purpose too sweep you. just passed  Barrington
> Road, no sign of bugeyes so I think that's good.  You rock, my man.
> 
> Back to
> the drive. 
> Ron
> 
> Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android
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-- 

Larry Macy
78 Midget

Keep your top down and your chin up.

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
lmacy at phillymgclub.com
Secretary
Philadelphia MG Club

One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car.

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Sun Apr 17 16:20:26 2011
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 18:20:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <mailman.15.1303063203.3258.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.15.1303063203.3258.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4DAB67AA.7000002@comcast.net>

Rick Bastedo wrote:
> Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
> lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.

I like the design of this storage shed/garage:
<http://www.by-the-sea.com/stimsonmarine/bowroof.html>

No joists, so you have a high ceiling for an engine hoist. I don't know
the dimensional sizes of the "truss" bow pieces, but with no 2x8 or 2x10
joists or rafters, it shouldn't be too bad. The web page says, "The 14'
x 32' greenhouse/shed pictured here can be built in 40 hours and $400.00
to $600.00 for materials depending on your location.

FI, etc.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From rbastedo at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 16:28:27 2011
From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:28:27 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>
References: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>
	<013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinAtQs6fu5gPJ7-Vg5B5LY9dDzjLg@mail.gmail.com>

Well I just got back from Horrible Despot.

I'm looking for suggestions, they are really in love with their stuff right
now.

I like the Simpson Strong Tie ABA44Z 4x4 post bases, but at $11 each I am
going to need an alternative.
Here's a few of them on auction just so you can see what I am talking about:
http://tinyurl.com/4ygz2w9*

*Same thing with the Post Caps at $8 each.
I like these things but I don't love them.
Just those galvanized pieces with additional fasteners specifically for them
will set me back $400.

I could use pressure treated wood bolted to the concrete then fasten the
uprights to that.
Maybe I can find a deal on Craigslist someone might be trying to get rid of
some of this stuff.

Rick (maybe a tent?) Bastedo


On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 10:23 AM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:

> Go to the materials section in Craigslist before you head to the lumber
> yard/  You can find some deals there if you know what you are looking for
> and have a couple of weeks before you start the project
>
> Leo
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo
> Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 11:47 AM
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
> lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
> Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
> The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
> uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds allow.
> Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot in
> my backyard very soon.
> I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough
> materials
> to start the thing for that kind of money.
> I have doubts.
>
> Rick Bastedo
>
>
> From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
> Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
> weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.
>
> That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
> exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
> only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
> sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.
>
> Just my experience.
>
> -=Chris
> _______________________________________________
>
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From froggi60 at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 18:21:09 2011
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 17:21:09 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back
In-Reply-To: <221983.11320.qm@web161213.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
References: <BANLkTin45K0hXYgfx8RMgoE0g-9=080JYw@mail.gmail.com>
	<221983.11320.qm@web161213.mail.bf1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTimAHWinYWMJTnE8XYsr1rLhBsCwMw@mail.gmail.com>

Sounds like something the "Eagles" would have used in a song.
Herb

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 4:57 PM, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

> No it's not.  Welcome back Allen!  As we say about the list, "You can check
> out anytime you like, but you can never leave."
>
> Rick

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 18:42:15 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 19:42:15 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
In-Reply-To: <658433.23560.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<658433.23560.qm@web33703.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3959557362579949113@unknownmsgid>

The best source is to go to your local bicycle shop and buy the best
brake cable and housing they sell. Also ask for a "noodle" from a
u-brake.
David L

On Apr 17, 2011, at 16:25, Edward Perez <eap2140 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I'm sure others will chime in with where to get the best cable, but I would not
> recommend nic_cj. He always sent me the wrong parts.
>
> Edward Perez
> Summerville, SC
> 78 Midget (1275)
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>
> To: Spridget list <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sun, April 17, 2011 4:23:05 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
>
> I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget.
>
> Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different
> in cost.
> Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the sellers?
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674
>
> OR
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181
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From tequila.brad at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 18:47:29 2011
From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 19:47:29 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTiniVAji-Umd-WXxii5=p3E6qh3RHw@mail.gmail.com>

You can always get a brake cable from your local bike shop. The one end is
REAL close to fitting, with some minor filing needed to get it to fit.
Use your old sheath, and your back on the road for about $5. Gotta keep
Frank's "We Tight" club alive.

On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 3:23 PM, J Foster <tr3.4.me at gmail.com> wrote:

> I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget.
>
> Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different
> in cost.
> Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the
> sellers?
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674
>
> OR
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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>


-- 
DON JULIO 1942

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From 72spridget at gmail.com  Sun Apr 17 18:52:32 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 19:52:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinYZHntnucNqhP8wHkGYkBOPaYzmQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>
	<BANLkTinYZHntnucNqhP8wHkGYkBOPaYzmQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <-21959962726608588@unknownmsgid>

Just got back to Chicagoland. 35+mph headwind almost the whole way,
but at least it didn't rain much. Lots of gas stops because of the
wind!
David L

From bugeye15 at hotmail.com  Sun Apr 17 19:34:40 2011
From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 21:34:40 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] On my way...
In-Reply-To: <612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <-2836176339956714660@unknownmsgid>,
	<612431.25487.qm@web36801.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <COL117-W19F2AFCB0346FFA79ADFA7C2910@phx.gbl>

David,

Dave is definitely HARD CORE.
I tip my hat and lower my top to you!
Seeing Dave (and Linda in their cool hats)  in his topless Bugeye at the
funeral,
I had to put to top down on my Mustang too.
It was good to see you and all the others that made long journeys to be
there.
I hope the rest of your journey went smoothly.

Brian S.
Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed!



> Date: Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:52:17 -0700
> From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com
> To: 72spridget at gmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] On my way...
>
> OK, you drove a thousand or so miles here with
> no top. You go through a two
> day emotional roller
> coaster because your friend meant so much to
> you.You do
> much of the start of the return trip in
> the rain with only a bimini top - no
> windows at all
> in a car that only had side curtains to begin with.
> Oh yes,
> then you change the distributor in the rain
> at a gas station along the way.
> ...and let me guess,
> all in a pair of flip-flops, no doubt.
>
> Dave - you're my
> hero.
>
>  - David Booker
>  Long Island

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Apr 17 19:40:43 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 20:40:43 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC
Message-ID: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>

Thank god for silicone fluid as started to get Iris out today and my
floorboard (actually the blue Amco floormat ) had a puddle in it .  Not much
clutch so I guess a rebuild is in order.  Seals lasted 5 years so I am fine
with that.  Next question and this is for the originality people so ignore
if you choose. Has anyone ever seen a flame trap in the vacuum advance line
on a Bugeye.  The new car (number 3) is pretty unmolested (still has the
banded tach drive unit and the 90 degree brass plug ends) and the vacuum
advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that way.
Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.

 

Leo

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Sun Apr 17 20:21:17 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 21:21:17 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] test
Message-ID: <015c01cbfd6f$4c87b370$e5971a50$@net>


From davriker at nwi.net  Sun Apr 17 20:53:30 2011
From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 19:53:30 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin5ZRUUXUjuSfqCxmJXfKa42ifwjQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <EFEDCE1DDC9D4775BACA9271BE8D23AC@RikerPC>

Buy a bicycle brake cable, cut to length.  Cost, about $5  Mine's been 
working for about 15 years.

http://www.amazon.com/Pyramid-Bicycle-Brake-Cable-Black/dp/B000AOA182


David R.


-----Original Message----- 
From: J Foster
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 1:23 PM
To: Spridget list
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable

I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget.

Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different
in cost.
Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the sellers?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674

OR

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181
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From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Apr 18 07:12:19 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:12:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] test
Message-ID: <001801cbfdca$3f65d310$be317930$@net>


From haynes386 at netzero.net  Mon Apr 18 08:41:03 2011
From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:41:03 GMT
Subject: [Spridgets]  Emergency brake handle
Message-ID: <20110418.084103.28513.1@webmail06.dca.untd.com>

Dick-
I think that I have one in my stuff box at home, I can check tonight if you'd
like.


Mark Haynes
It only goes one way-Pay it Forward
HAN6L12977
HAN5L8016


Can anyone tell me if the emergency brake handle(lever) from a 68-69
Sprite will fit a bugeye?  If not, does anyone have one of these for a
Bugeye they would like to sell.  I have the linkage to th axle.
Thanks
Dick Byrne in NH


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From montpaul at msn.com  Mon Apr 18 10:21:54 2011
From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:21:54 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinAtQs6fu5gPJ7-Vg5B5LY9dDzjLg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>,
	<013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>,
	<BANLkTinAtQs6fu5gPJ7-Vg5B5LY9dDzjLg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <SNT128-W268E8AD368E5B94FDF91FCD5910@phx.gbl>

I seem to remember seeing something at GI Joes, (Joes Sports or whatever it is
called) That had a corrugated roof with 6 metal poles. Under $200. Designed to
cover a small off-road vehicle. Probably at other sports places also.

> Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:28:27 -0700
> From: rbastedo at gmail.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> Well I just got back from Horrible Despot.
>
> I'm looking for suggestions, they are really in love with their stuff right
> now.
>
> I like the Simpson Strong Tie ABA44Z 4x4 post bases, but at $11 each I am
> going to need an alternative.
> Here's a few of them on auction just so you can see what I am talking
about:
> http://tinyurl.com/4ygz2w9*
>
> *Same thing with the Post Caps at $8 each.
> I like these things but I don't love them.
> Just those galvanized pieces with additional fasteners specifically for
them
> will set me back $400.
>
> I could use pressure treated wood bolted to the concrete then fasten the
> uprights to that.
> Maybe I can find a deal on Craigslist someone might be trying to get rid of
> some of this stuff.
>
> Rick (maybe a tent?) Bastedo
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 10:23 AM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:
>
> > Go to the materials section in Craigslist before you head to the lumber
> > yard/  You can find some deals there if you know what you are looking for
> > and have a couple of weeks before you start the project
> >
> > Leo
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo
> > Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 11:47 AM
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
> >
> > Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
> > lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
> > Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
> > The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
> > uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds
allow.
> > Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot
in
> > my backyard very soon.
> > I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough
> > materials
> > to start the thing for that kind of money.
> > I have doubts.
> >
> > Rick Bastedo
> >
> >
> > From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
> > Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
> >
> > I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
> > weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.
> >
> > That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
> > exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
> > only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
> > sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.
> >
> > Just my experience.
> >
> > -=Chris
> > _______________________________________________
> >
> > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From montpaul at msn.com  Mon Apr 18 10:30:24 2011
From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:30:24 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <SNT128-W268E8AD368E5B94FDF91FCD5910@phx.gbl>
References: <BANLkTin5TEXhxyojY6jQi33dX2LiH+ry+w@mail.gmail.com>,
	<013201cbfd24$36ae3e70$a40abb50$@net>,
	<BANLkTinAtQs6fu5gPJ7-Vg5B5LY9dDzjLg@mail.gmail.com>,
	<SNT128-W268E8AD368E5B94FDF91FCD5910@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <SNT128-W1C6D940BDA258B71E3B30D5910@phx.gbl>

Google-boat storage sheds

From: montpaul at msn.com
To: rbastedo at gmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:21:54 -0700








I seem to remember seeing something at GI Joes, (Joes Sports or whatever it is
called) That had a corrugated roof with 6 metal poles. Under $200. Designed to
cover a small off-road vehicle. Probably at other sports places also.

> Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:28:27 -0700
> From: rbastedo at gmail.com
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
>
> Well I just got back from Horrible Despot.
>
> I'm looking for suggestions, they are really in love with their stuff right
> now.
>
> I like the Simpson Strong Tie ABA44Z 4x4 post bases, but at $11 each I am
> going to need an alternative.
> Here's a few of them on auction just so you can see what I am talking
about:
> http://tinyurl.com/4ygz2w9*
>
> *Same thing with the Post Caps at $8 each.
> I like these things but I don't love them.
> Just those galvanized pieces with additional fasteners specifically for
them
> will set me back $400.
>
> I could use pressure treated wood bolted to the concrete then fasten the
> uprights to that.
> Maybe I can find a deal on Craigslist someone might be trying to get rid of
> some of this stuff.
>
> Rick (maybe a tent?) Bastedo
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 17, 2011 at 10:23 AM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote:
>
> > Go to the materials section in Craigslist before you head to the lumber
> > yard/  You can find some deals there if you know what you are looking for
> > and have a couple of weeks before you start the project
> >
> > Leo
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo
> > Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 11:47 AM
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
> >
> > Before pulling the trigger I will go to the Home Despot and see how much
> > lumber I can get for the same $700 or so.
> > Probably not enough for the uprights and a roof.
> > The other plan has been to erect a wood structure, starting with the
> > uprights and a roof then fill in the walls, doors, windows as funds
allow.
> > Long term this is the best plan, short term it doesn't get me a dry spot
in
> > my backyard very soon.
> > I'll take my calculator and yellow pad and see if I can get enough
> > materials
> > to start the thing for that kind of money.
> > I have doubts.
> >
> > Rick Bastedo
> >
> >
> > From: "Chris King" <cbking at alum.rpi.edu>
> > Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:46:15 -0700
> > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
> >
> > I had one of the $200 ones as well, lasted maybe a year or so out in the
> > weather. I thing these are meant to be very temporary party tents.
> >
> > That $600 one on amazon has bigger 2" tubes (think of a frame made of
> > exhaust piping). The cover should last longer, but you'll still probably
> > only get 5 years out of it. If it's anchored well, the tubes are pretty
> > sturdy, unlike the $200 ones, which crumple if you look at them funny.
> >
> > Just my experience.
> >
> > -=Chris
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Apr 18 10:50:49 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:50:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>

> Subject: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
>
> Check out this Bugeye for sale in Paducah Kentucky.  Has anyone seen  this
> hood modification before?
>
>  http://westky.craigslist.org/cto/2315334610.html
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, Kentucky

From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Apr 18 10:58:43 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:58:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] New Set - SU HS2 carbs for sale
Message-ID: <150938.36832.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Fellow Listers,

If anyone is interested in a set of new HS-2 carbs. I listed them on eBay at a 
very reasonable price if you're interested. They are new in the box and 
currently at $326.00. Moss retail is $779.00.

http://tinyurl.com/3fmecjt

Item #120711865129

Thanks,

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Apr 18 12:06:49 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:06:49 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] brakes
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=rVXzFg7_6vAkw0m7Pn3yMtEQNBg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <AB6ABFFE-694F-47B8-9FDC-B266F97201C0@comcast.net>,
	<09d001cbfb17$3934eae0$ab9ec0a0$@rr.com>,
	<201104150710284.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>,
	<BANLkTikkjYzHs3MdYAxyXgn8y=F+4z4RGA@mail.gmail.com>,
	<BANLkTimx6OJeh1qFSmZKFi3mQ1WcyzAm7g@mail.gmail.com>,
	<BAY147-w28FE909517D43C26D9DA8CB8AC0@phx.gbl>,
	<BANLkTi=rVXzFg7_6vAkw0m7Pn3yMtEQNBg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w1534035AFC8BD151D97A5BB8910@phx.gbl>

No, I don't have a brake problem.  This was just an attempt at humour.  Sorry
to confuse the issue.

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
)http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/2009FallTour.jpg



> Hi Bob,
>
> I didn't realize that was you with the brake problem.  The post I replied
to
> didn't have your name.
>
> Anyway, I hope this gets cleared up quickly.  As the others have suggested,
> it is probably either adjustment or bleeding.  There isn't much else,
unless
> you bought a bad master cyl rebuild, which is a real possibility.
>
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget
>
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 1:00 PM, Robert Duquette <
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>
> > My problem isn't 'bleeding'.  I do that quite well.  It getting the
> > bleeding
> > to stop that can be difficult. ;)
> > I'm happy to hear that you didn't actually 'bring up' brake fluid.  Not
> > that
> > would be a bad thing if you had actually ingested it.  It's the ingesting
> > part
> > that might disturb me.
> >
> >
> >
> > > Also, your bleeding technique is very important.
> > >
> > > Jeez!  I have been away for years, and the first day back on the list,
I
> > > have to bring up brake fluid!  (I mean, talk about brake fluid.;-)
> > >
> > >  Allen Hefner
> > > Norristown, PA
> > >
> > > *Current:*
> > > 2006 Chebbie
> > > *Former:*
> > > 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> > > 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> > > 1964 VW Type I
> > > 1967 VW Type II
> > > 1967 Rover 2000TC
> > > 1977 MG Midget

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 13:28:02 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:28:02 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
Message-ID: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>

Hey All,

I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold Midget  
Frank Sr recently finished;

Frankie's email to me;

Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last  
project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory  
rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.

Thanks
Frankie


Please contact Frankie at his email address   clarici at verizon.net    
if you are interested in this car.

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa

From peter at nosimport.com  Mon Apr 18 13:35:13 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:35:13 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 flywheel needed...
Message-ID: <201104181235589.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Need a 1098 10CC (2" manin) flywheel in machinable condition.

It is for a customer with a Minor dilemma.

Anyone?

This thing on?

Peter C.

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 15:59:59 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:59:59 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Resend - Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>
References: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BD6C051A-C295-4BB1-A05B-DBD30341F103@gmail.com>

Hey All,

I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold Midget  
Frank Sr recently finished;

Frankie's email to me;

Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last  
project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory  
rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.

Thanks
Frankie


Please contact Frankie at his email address   clarici at verizon.net    
if you are interested in this car.

Kevin Valentine
Tuscarora, Pa

From chris_west at juno.com  Mon Apr 18 16:13:18 2011
From: chris_west at juno.com (chris_west at juno.com)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:13:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Sad News
Message-ID: <20110418.151341.990.624642@mailpop02.vgs.untd.com>

A portion of the most recent post to my blog:

 Frank could take a car destined for the scrap heap, rummage in his bins
and boxes of parts, work his magic and emerge from his garage with a
presentable, if not astoundingly restored car in a matter of weeks. The
rest of us, mere mortals, would take months, years or even decades to
accomplish the same. He would do this not only for himself, but for
anyone who shared his love for these little cars. Money was rarely
involved, and then only for "out of pocket" things that Frank did not
have "lying around." His philosophy was "pay it forward" and help someone
else in turn when the opportunity presented itself to you. He loved to
share his knowledge as well. Frank knew more about Sprites than anyone,
with the possible exception of the car's designers. He was the expert.
When confronted with a car related problem, the universal response on the
forums was "Ask Frank, he'll know." And he did. He would respond quickly
and pleasantly (unless your problem was "made in China") without writing
what a dumbass you were to be asking in the first place. Frank Clarici
passed away this week, unexpectedly and suddenly, at the age of 55. He
leaves a wife, son, daughter and grandson upon whom he doted. He also
leaves uncounted friends, many who he never met. I never met the man, but
he was my friend.

--------------------------------------------------------------
  The news left me stunned.  I would have tried to drive the 700 miles to
the funeral but for the fact that I had another funeral  (ex coworker -
35 years old!) to attend here in town.  Though I never met Frank, I felt,
like many others, that I knew him through his e mails and posts.  As a
transplanted New Jerseyite, I felt as if we shared a bond of place as
well as that of our common love of all things spridget.  We can never
hope to see his like again. but in his memory I have vowed to be as much
like Frank, happy and helpful, caring and giving, without guile or
artifice, as I am able.


Chris - AN5L35xxx
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From cmanuel at wi.rr.com  Mon Apr 18 20:07:04 2011
From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:07:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] test
In-Reply-To: <015c01cbfd6f$4c87b370$e5971a50$@net>
References: <015c01cbfd6f$4c87b370$e5971a50$@net>
Message-ID: <002a01cbfe36$7ac65b20$70531160$@rr.com>

Tickles

That one never gets old.

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leo
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 9:21 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] test

From refisk at chartermi.net  Mon Apr 18 20:17:37 2011
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:17:37 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC
In-Reply-To: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
References: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
Message-ID: <6A5C88E2A4BF4E74A266FC153511181B@RickPC>

Leo,

I have two Bugeye 948 engines out in the garage with a flame trap in the 
vacuum line.  The flame trap is held in a clamp that is mounted on the rear 
exhaust stud.

Rick

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Leo" <60bugeye at cebridge.net>
To: <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 9:40 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC


> Thank god for silicone fluid as started to get Iris out today and my
> floorboard (actually the blue Amco floormat ) had a puddle in it .  Not 
> much
> clutch so I guess a rebuild is in order.  Seals lasted 5 years so I am 
> fine
> with that.  Next question and this is for the originality people so ignore
> if you choose. Has anyone ever seen a flame trap in the vacuum advance 
> line
> on a Bugeye.  The new car (number 3) is pretty unmolested (still has the
> banded tach drive unit and the 90 degree brass plug ends) and the vacuum
> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that 
> way.
> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
>
>
>
> Leo

From rdgard at cox.net  Mon Apr 18 20:18:26 2011
From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:18:26 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Some funny  video of Frank and a dead cat!
In-Reply-To: <mailman.5144.1302660129.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.5144.1302660129.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <8262902802514B0A81A980E87DD7F381@OfficePC>

This just up on YouTube.  A video clip of Frank and friends clowning around
with a dead cat at the BusterCluster.  Check it out on the following link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaUVxoAFPXA 

Also on Gerards Garage web site "News" link: 

http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/news.htm 

With my permission, Gerard went to a lot of trouble to edit and compress and
down load the up load and all the other "magic" hoops you have to jump
through to get this done for all of you.  My hat is off to him!

Please feel free to post this on any other lists that might be interested or
to people who knew Frank. 

Cheers, 

Bob in San Diego

Robert D. Gardner
 
Gardner Productions LLC
Film and Video Production since 1978
619-460-1000
www.gardnerproductions.com

 ***************************************

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Mon Apr 18 20:19:39 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:19:39 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC
In-Reply-To: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
References: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
Message-ID: <52394.184.204.215.162.1303179579.squirrel@wm.wi.net>

Leo,

My bugeye (AN5/17606 Engine 17604)came with a flame trap and I have it on
the car.  At some point they were eliminated (don't have Horler's OS&M
right now but the change point is in there.

Dave W.


> Thank god for silicone fluid as started to get Iris out today and my
> floorboard (actually the blue Amco floormat ) had a puddle in it .  Not
> much
> clutch so I guess a rebuild is in order.  Seals lasted 5 years so I am
> fine
> with that.  Next question and this is for the originality people so ignore
> if you choose. Has anyone ever seen a flame trap in the vacuum advance
> line
> on a Bugeye.  The new car (number 3) is pretty unmolested (still has the
> banded tach drive unit and the 90 degree brass plug ends) and the vacuum
> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
> way.
> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
>
>
>
> Leo

From 60bugeye at cebridge.net  Mon Apr 18 20:21:36 2011
From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:21:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
	<BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <009901cbfe38$82ce8f70$886bae50$@net>

WOW!!! That is cool.  As far as modifications go that is one of the best I
have seen ESPECIALLY if it was well designed and executed.  With the right
bracing in the hood and a sealing lip it would be cool.

Leo

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert Duquette
Sent: Monday, April 18, 2011 11:51 AM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet

> Subject: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
>
> Check out this Bugeye for sale in Paducah Kentucky.  Has anyone seen  this
> hood modification before?
>
>  http://westky.craigslist.org/cto/2315334610.html
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, Kentucky
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From mark at bradakis.com  Mon Apr 18 21:17:12 2011
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:17:12 -0600 (MDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Well, shucks
Message-ID: <20110419031712.B93452E0C5@bradakis.com>

That wasn't nice.  Had a series of power bumps here at the house over
the weekend that messed with my computers, like the main Team.Net
server.  That old Dell had been rock solid reliable, with an uptime of
over 425 days.  Oh well.  Of course my computer troubles are nothing
at all compared to the tornado havoc over the weekend.  Hopefully no
listers were seriously affected.  I still remember what damage can be
done by twisters from my years in the Midwest.

When I did get the machines back up and running again a few things
didn't quite work out, some software failed to start as it should.
So you may have noticed no Team.Net email for a while.  I was at work
all day so I didn't notice until this evening.  Sorry.  We should be
back in business now, though.

Perhaps last week when I posted about 20 years of Team.Net I should
have put in a pitch for some donations to acquire some newer, more
stable hardware ( bigger UPS ) and some upgraded software.  I
certainly did recieve some donations, will hopefully get around to
thanking folks in a day or two.

So if you have a few bucks laying around and feel like helping to keep
this Team.Net experiment around for another 20 years, feel free to visit
http://www.team.net/donate.html - wait, I better update that file, the
FAX machine is printing blank faxes, another bit of hardware I'll likely
have to replace.  Computers can be so much fun.

Anyway, Team.Net email, forums and web pages should all be back to
mostly normal, thank you for your patience.

mjb.

From hardy.john at cox.net  Mon Apr 18 21:17:15 2011
From: hardy.john at cox.net (hardy.john at cox.net)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:17:15 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC
In-Reply-To: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
Message-ID: <20110418231715.M43EQ.176570.imail@fed1rmwml29>

Leo,

Curt Arndt's Bugeye has one on his and that also is a very unmolested car. 

John 
---- Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: 
> Thank god for silicone fluid as started to get Iris out today and my
> floorboard (actually the blue Amco floormat ) had a puddle in it .  Not much
> clutch so I guess a rebuild is in order.  Seals lasted 5 years so I am fine
> with that.  Next question and this is for the originality people so ignore
> if you choose. Has anyone ever seen a flame trap in the vacuum advance line
> on a Bugeye.  The new car (number 3) is pretty unmolested (still has the
> banded tach drive unit and the 90 degree brass plug ends) and the vacuum
> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that way.
> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
> 
>  
> 
> Leo
> _______________________________________________
> 
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Mon Apr 18 21:32:26 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:32:26 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Another One for Frank
Message-ID: <394560.4191.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Frank helped make this list work through his knowledge and continual 
contributions. 


Each of us can help Mark through a donation however small to help the list 
continue.

Do so in Frank's name, even though you can't so designate the donation.

 jay fishbein
wallingford, ct




----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com>
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Sent: Mon, April 18, 2011 11:17:12 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Well, shucks

That wasn't nice.  Had a series of power bumps here at the house over
the weekend that messed with my computers, like the main Team.Net
server.  That old Dell had been rock solid reliable, with an uptime of
over 425 days.  Oh well.  Of course my computer troubles are nothing
at all compared to the tornado havoc over the weekend.  Hopefully no
listers were seriously affected.  I still remember what damage can be
done by twisters from my years in the Midwest.

When I did get the machines back up and running again a few things
didn't quite work out, some software failed to start as it should.
So you may have noticed no Team.Net email for a while.  I was at work
all day so I didn't notice until this evening.  Sorry.  We should be
back in business now, though.

Perhaps last week when I posted about 20 years of Team.Net I should
have put in a pitch for some donations to acquire some newer, more
stable hardware ( bigger UPS ) and some upgraded software.  I
certainly did recieve some donations, will hopefully get around to
thanking folks in a day or two.

So if you have a few bucks laying around and feel like helping to keep
this Team.Net experiment around for another 20 years, feel free to visit
http://www.team.net/donate.html - wait, I better update that file, the
FAX machine is printing blank faxes, another bit of hardware I'll likely
have to replace.  Computers can be so much fun.

Anyway, Team.Net email, forums and web pages should all be back to
mostly normal, thank you for your patience.

mjb.

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 21:59:35 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:59:35 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>
References: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=pbtYC1os6KmM_xb1-77HmOnepNQ@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I sure hope someone from the list buys it being it was Frank's last project.
It was his budget project that he was so proud of. It is so sad, he was so
happy.
Lin

On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 3:28 PM, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com>wrote:

> Hey All,
>
> I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold Midget
> Frank Sr recently finished;
>
> Frankie's email to me;
>
> Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last
> project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory
> rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.
>
> Thanks
> Frankie
>
>
> Please contact Frankie at his email address   clarici at verizon.net
> if you are interested in this car.
>
> Kevin Valentine
> Tuscarora, Pa
> _______________________________________________
>
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Mon Apr 18 22:07:31 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 04:07:31 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <20110418231715.M43EQ.176570.imail@fed1rmwml29>
Message-ID: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
It was dropped later on...
--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig   Richland, WA

'59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "hardy john" <hardy.john at cox.net>
> the vacuum
> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that way.
> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 22:34:17 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:34:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
	<BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinx=Lqk=o8n9dG7oikVh2AYGKWzoQ@mail.gmail.com>

I wonder what Frank would say?
Lin

On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 12:50 PM, Robert Duquette <
robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> > Subject: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
> >
> > Check out this Bugeye for sale in Paducah Kentucky.  Has anyone seen
>  this
> > hood modification before?
> >
> >  http://westky.craigslist.org/cto/2315334610.html
> >
> > Jim  Werner
> > Louisville, Kentucky
> _______________________________________________
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 22:52:27 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:52:27 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Another One for Frank
In-Reply-To: <394560.4191.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <394560.4191.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTi=DJXCH8ZgTJ6cOrWXaJYpRNgEiUw@mail.gmail.com>

Good post Jay,
I often put this off, paypal sent : )

Thanks Mark for this beautiful list, and for keeping Frank Clarici's
messages alive.
Linda
62 Deep Pink Sprite "Pinky"



On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 11:32 PM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net> wrote:

> Frank helped make this list work through his knowledge and continual
> contributions.
>
>
> Each of us can help Mark through a donation however small to help the list
> continue.
>
> Do so in Frank's name, even though you can't so designate the donation.
>
>  jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
>
>
>
>
> ----- Forwarded Message ----
> From: Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com>
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Sent: Mon, April 18, 2011 11:17:12 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Well, shucks
>
> That wasn't nice.  Had a series of power bumps here at the house over
> the weekend that messed with my computers, like the main Team.Net
> server.  That old Dell had been rock solid reliable, with an uptime of
> over 425 days.  Oh well.  Of course my computer troubles are nothing
> at all compared to the tornado havoc over the weekend.  Hopefully no
> listers were seriously affected.  I still remember what damage can be
> done by twisters from my years in the Midwest.
>
> When I did get the machines back up and running again a few things
> didn't quite work out, some software failed to start as it should.
> So you may have noticed no Team.Net email for a while.  I was at work
> all day so I didn't notice until this evening.  Sorry.  We should be
> back in business now, though.
>
> Perhaps last week when I posted about 20 years of Team.Net I should
> have put in a pitch for some donations to acquire some newer, more
> stable hardware ( bigger UPS ) and some upgraded software.  I
> certainly did recieve some donations, will hopefully get around to
> thanking folks in a day or two.
>
> So if you have a few bucks laying around and feel like helping to keep
> this Team.Net experiment around for another 20 years, feel free to visit
> http://www.team.net/donate.html - wait, I better update that file, the
> FAX machine is printing blank faxes, another bit of hardware I'll likely
> have to replace.  Computers can be so much fun.
>
> Anyway, Team.Net email, forums and web pages should all be back to
> mostly normal, thank you for your patience.
>
> mjb.
> _______________________________________________
>
> 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  Mon Apr 18 22:59:18 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:59:18 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Some funny video of Frank and a dead cat!
In-Reply-To: <8262902802514B0A81A980E87DD7F381@OfficePC>
References: <mailman.5144.1302660129.3241.spridgets@autox.team.net>
	<8262902802514B0A81A980E87DD7F381@OfficePC>
Message-ID: <BANLkTinzrk1b8kLgu0qqC8m=w43213U1iA@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks Bob seeing him in movies is very comforting, I'll need to see it at
work because my computer is very slow. Something to look forward to : )
I love you guys but it sure makes me cry when on this list as I look for
stories and photos and feelings about our dear friend Frank.
But what is sadder will be when I stop crying,
Lin
62 deep pink Sprite "Pinky"

On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 10:18 PM, Bob Gardner <rdgard at cox.net> wrote:

> This just up on YouTube.  A video clip of Frank and friends clowning around
> with a dead cat at the BusterCluster.  Check it out on the following link:
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaUVxoAFPXA
>
> Also on Gerards Garage web site "News" link:
>
> http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/news.htm
>
> With my permission, Gerard went to a lot of trouble to edit and compress
> and
> down load the up load and all the other "magic" hoops you have to jump
> through to get this done for all of you.  My hat is off to him!
>
> Please feel free to post this on any other lists that might be interested
> or
> to people who knew Frank.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Bob in San Diego
>
> Robert D. Gardner
>
> Gardner Productions LLC
> Film and Video Production since 1978
> 619-460-1000
> www.gardnerproductions.com
>
>  ***************************************
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 18 23:18:26 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:18:26 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Another One for Frank
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTi=DJXCH8ZgTJ6cOrWXaJYpRNgEiUw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <890997.87699.qm@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Too lste for details, but let's send Frankie and Tiff to Elkhart Lake. Think
about it.

--- On Mon, 4/18/11, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Another One for Frank
> To: "Jay" <jfishbein at snet.net>, mark at bradakis.com
> Cc: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: Monday, April 18, 2011, 11:52 PM
> Good post Jay,
> I often put this off, paypal sent : )
>
> Thanks Mark for this beautiful list, and for keeping Frank
> Clarici's
> messages alive.
> Linda
> 62 Deep Pink Sprite "Pinky"
>
>
>
> On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 11:32 PM, Jay <jfishbein at snet.net>
> wrote:
>
> > Frank helped make this list work through his knowledge
> and continual
> > contributions.
> >
> >
> > Each of us can help Mark through a donation however
> small to help the list
> > continue.
> >
> > Do so in Frank's name, even though you can't so
> designate the donation.
> >
> >  jay fishbein
> > wallingford, ct
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Forwarded Message ----
> > From: Mark J Bradakis <mark at bradakis.com>
> > To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> > Sent: Mon, April 18, 2011 11:17:12 PM
> > Subject: [Spridgets] Well, shucks
> >
> > That wasn't nice.  Had a series of power bumps
> here at the house over
> > the weekend that messed with my computers, like the
> main Team.Net
> > server.  That old Dell had been rock solid
> reliable, with an uptime of
> > over 425 days.  Oh well.  Of course my
> computer troubles are nothing
> > at all compared to the tornado havoc over the
> weekend.  Hopefully no
> > listers were seriously affected.  I still
> remember what damage can be
> > done by twisters from my years in the Midwest.
> >
> > When I did get the machines back up and running again
> a few things
> > didn't quite work out, some software failed to start
> as it should.
> > So you may have noticed no Team.Net email for a
> while.  I was at work
> > all day so I didn't notice until this evening. 
> Sorry.  We should be
> > back in business now, though.
> >
> > Perhaps last week when I posted about 20 years of
> Team.Net I should
> > have put in a pitch for some donations to acquire some
> newer, more
> > stable hardware ( bigger UPS ) and some upgraded
> software.  I
> > certainly did recieve some donations, will hopefully
> get around to
> > thanking folks in a day or two.
> >
> > So if you have a few bucks laying around and feel like
> helping to keep
> > this Team.Net experiment around for another 20 years,
> feel free to visit
> > http://www.team.net/donate.html - wait, I
> better update that file, the
> > FAX machine is printing blank faxes, another bit of
> hardware I'll likely
> > have to replace.  Computers can be so much fun.
> >
> > Anyway, Team.Net email, forums and web pages should
> all be back to
> > mostly normal, thank you for your patience.
> >
> > mjb.
> > _______________________________________________
> >
> > 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
> _______________________________________________
>
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From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Mon Apr 18 23:21:19 2011
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:21:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>

Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!

Lester



On Apr 18, 2011, at 11:07 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:

> The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
> Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
> It was dropped later on...
> --
> Dave G  KK7SS
> DN06ig   Richland, WA
>
> '59 Morris Minor 1000
> '65 Sprite - in process
> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "hardy john" <hardy.john at cox.net>
>> the vacuum
>> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
>> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
way.
>> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 18 23:35:55 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:35:55 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <59FB3567-13F9-47ED-99E6-86E52A3BEBDA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

--- On Mon, 4/18/11, Kevin Valentine <kevinv1275 at gmail.com> wrote:
> I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell
> the Gold Midget 
> Frank Sr recently finished;

This HAS to stay in our Spridget family forever. This car is beautiful - some
of the parts were from people on this list, and as always, Frank pulled it
together like only he could. What an awesome thing it would be to have this
last completed work. Somebody needs to buy this right now.

Ron

*** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***
*

From pfeilmat at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 23:43:59 2011
From: pfeilmat at gmail.com (Matt P)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:43:59 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
References: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
	<664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <66CF9009-3AB2-42C2-A4EC-F32FBD9BF39E@gmail.com>

My 1500 had them for the vacuum lines at the EGR and Dizzy. I may still have
one if someone is looking for one.

Matt P

Sent from my iPod

On Apr 18, 2011, at 10:21 PM, Lester <oldsaabguy at comcast.net> wrote:

> Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!
>
> Lester
>
>
>
> On Apr 18, 2011, at 11:07 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
>
>> The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
>> Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
>> It was dropped later on...
>> --
>> Dave G  KK7SS
>> DN06ig   Richland, WA
>>
>> '59 Morris Minor 1000
>> '65 Sprite - in process
>> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "hardy john" <hardy.john at cox.net>
>>> the vacuum
>>> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
>>> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
> way.
>>> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive
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> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Apr 18 23:46:42 2011
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:46:42 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 flywheel needed...
In-Reply-To: <201104181235589.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <105270.40612.qm@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I think so - have to me some stuff to get to it. Hot job or is getting it up
there this weekend ok?

--- On Mon, 4/18/11, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:

> From: Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com>
> Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 flywheel needed...
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Date: Monday, April 18, 2011, 2:35 PM
> Need a 1098 10CC (2" manin) flywheel
> in machinable condition.
>
> It is for a customer with a Minor dilemma.
>
> Anyone?
>
> This thing on?
>
> Peter C.
> _______________________________________________
>
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 00:10:46 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 02:10:46 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Allen's back re: Frank C
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikVwRkMQgQx+vq7CJ7rsfuNthbEJg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c8ea9.631d20ff.3ad9fefc@aol.com>
	<BANLkTikVwRkMQgQx+vq7CJ7rsfuNthbEJg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BANLkTim5XHt=s2yMiLw=40B1coYie-Pmcw@mail.gmail.com>

Welcome back Allen,
Yes we need to keep the momentum going, We do owe it to Frank to do that. I
am having a difficult time getting mine going as the emptiness is far
greater than I had ever expected it to be.
Lin

On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 9:58 AM, Allen Hefner <lbc77mg at gmail.com> wrote:

> Yes, I was the rally guy for SR98.  At the time I was the Regional Rally
> Steward for the Phila. Region SCCA.  The gimmick rally went from the hotel
> near Carlisle, PA up to a small town called Pitman, PA (Pop. waaay less
> than
> this list).
>
> It was a load of fun watching all the LBCs driving the winding hills and
> switchbacks of central PA as I drove around looking for strays.
>
> SR98 was another of Frank's ideas.  He was full of them.  He got us all
> together and we made it happen.  Without his inspiration, I hope we can
> keep
> the momentum going.  We owe it to him.
>
> Allen Hefner
> Norristown, PA
>
> *Current:*
> 2006 Chebbie
> *Former:*
> 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III
> 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
> 1964 VW Type I
> 1967 VW Type II
> 1967 Rover 2000TC
> 1977 MG Midget
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM, <WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com> wrote:
>
> >  Hi Allen,
> >
> > If my memory serves me correctly we met at Sprite Rush 98 (I don't think
> it
> > was 03) and you organised the rally but couldn't stay for the rest of the
> > meet.
> >
> > I've also decided I need to be back on the list though I've kept in touch
> > with some listers and had exchanged e-mails with Frank over the weekend.
> >
> > Regards
> >
> > Weslake-Monza 1330
> >
> > In a message dated 15/04/2011 16:31:01 GMT Daylight Time,
> > lbc77mg at gmail.com writes:
> >
> > Hi List,
> >
> > After hearing the terrible news about Frank C. I decided I need to be
> > back on this list.  For anyone who signed up in the past few years, I was
> > very active here for quite a while.
> >
> > I am very priviledged to have known Frank.  He (and others) came to my
> > house
> > and helped install my kitchen cabinets and rebuild some of my garage.
> > Sadly, I had to sell that house, just when it was getting good.  He also
> > brought ne a Gift Sprite as a housewarming gift.  Now I live in a condo
> and
> > a project car is out of the question.
> >
> > I think we all agree that Frank Clarici made generous people seem like
> > Ebenezer Scrooge in comparison.  And his knowledge of LBCs and resto
> > technique was legendary.  He could rebuild a carb before you could get
> your
> > hands out of your pockets.
> >
> > Yesterday I sent in a pic and a short obit to Classic
> > Motorsports<http://www.classicmotorsports.net/>magazine.  I recommend
> > that everyone write to David Wallens at
> > david at classicmotorsports.net and let him know that the LBC world has
> lost
> > a
> > very important person.
> >
> > I missed you guys!
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Allen Hefner
> > Norristown, PA
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Tue Apr 19 04:03:24 2011
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 06:03:24 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Canvas shed for Spridget cover?
In-Reply-To: <mailman.9.1303149603.18509.spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.9.1303149603.18509.spridgets@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4DAD5DEC.50008@comcast.net>

I wrote:
> I like the design of this storage shed/garage:
> <http://www.by-the-sea.com/stimsonmarine/bowroof.html>
>
> FI, etc.

Correction: NFI. (Stupid fingers.)

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 06:56:20 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:56:20 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <84A1A4AC-8430-4D8F-BC5F-A0F13635C9B1@gmail.com>

On Apr 19, 2011, at 1:35 AM, Ron Soave wrote:
>
> *** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***
> *


Yes,  Anyone who would like to post this (Info below) to other lists  
please do so.

Kevin Valentine



________________________________________________________________________ 
__________________________

I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold Midget  
Frank Sr recently finished;

Frankie's email to me;

Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last  
project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory  
rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.

Thanks
Frankie


Please contact Frankie Clarici IV at his email address    
clarici at verizon.net   if you are interested in this car.

________________________________________________________________________ 
_____________________________

From clarici at verizon.net  Tue Apr 19 07:03:38 2011
From: clarici at verizon.net (Frank Clarici)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:03:38 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <84A1A4AC-8430-4D8F-BC5F-A0F13635C9B1@gmail.com>
References: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<84A1A4AC-8430-4D8F-BC5F-A0F13635C9B1@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000c01cbfe92$33c3ee70$9b4bcb50$@net>

Sure thing

 

Frankie

 

From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 8:56 AM
To: Ron Soave
Cc: Spridgets; Frank Clarici
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale

 

 

On Apr 19, 2011, at 1:35 AM, Ron Soave wrote:

 

*** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***

*

 

 

Yes,  Anyone who would like to post this (Info below) to other lists please
do so.

 

Kevin Valentine

 

 

 

____________________________________________________________________________
______________________

 

I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold Midget Frank
Sr recently finished;

 

Frankie's email to me;

 

Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last project. The
gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory rebuilt. Everything
is new. My dad was asking $6800. 

 

Thanks

Frankie

 

 

Please contact Frankie Clarici IV at his email address
<mailto:clarici at verizon.net> clarici at verizon.net   if you are interested in
this car.

 

____________________________________________________________________________
_________________________

From kevinv1275 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 07:07:17 2011
From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:07:17 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <000c01cbfe92$33c3ee70$9b4bcb50$@net>
References: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<84A1A4AC-8430-4D8F-BC5F-A0F13635C9B1@gmail.com>
	<000c01cbfe92$33c3ee70$9b4bcb50$@net>
Message-ID: <D1BAA41C-05E4-4947-BBE9-6F139A3C5ADF@gmail.com>

Frankie,

Your name comes up on the list exactly like your fathers did.......  
(a little unnerving the first time ;)

Welcome to the list!!!!

Kevin



On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Frank Clarici wrote:

> Sure thing
>
> Frankie
>
> From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 8:56 AM
> To: Ron Soave
> Cc: Spridgets; Frank Clarici
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
>
>
> On Apr 19, 2011, at 1:35 AM, Ron Soave wrote:
>
> *** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***
> *
>
>
> Yes,  Anyone who would like to post this (Info below) to other  
> lists please do so.
>
> Kevin Valentine
>
>
>
> ______________________________________________________________________ 
> ____________________________
>
> I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold  
> Midget Frank Sr recently finished;
>
> Frankie's email to me;
>
> Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last  
> project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory  
> rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.
>
> Thanks
> Frankie
>
>
> Please contact Frankie Clarici IV at his email address    
> clarici at verizon.net   if you are interested in this car.
>
> ______________________________________________________________________ 
> _______________________________

From peter at nosimport.com  Tue Apr 19 07:31:03 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:31:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] silicone fluid and MC
In-Reply-To: <52394.184.204.215.162.1303179579.squirrel@wm.wi.net>
References: <015701cbfd69$a43e70a0$ecbb51e0$@net>
	<52394.184.204.215.162.1303179579.squirrel@wm.wi.net>
Message-ID: <20110419063189.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

According to the parts manual, the change was at E# 9CUH32663
         Peter C
==
At 09:19 PM 4/18/2011, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote:
>Leo,
>
>My bugeye (AN5/17606 Engine 17604)came with a flame trap and I have it on
>the car.  At some point they were eliminated (don't have Horler's OS&M
>right now but the change point is in there.
>
>Dave W.
>
>
> > Thank god for silicone fluid as started to get Iris out today and my
> > floorboard (actually the blue Amco floormat ) had a puddle in it .  Not
> > much
> > clutch so I guess a rebuild is in order.  Seals lasted 5 years so I am
> > fine
> > with that.  Next question and this is for the originality people so ignore
> > if you choose. Has anyone ever seen a flame trap in the vacuum advance
> > line
> > on a Bugeye.  The new car (number 3) is pretty unmolested (still has the
> > banded tach drive unit and the 90 degree brass plug ends) and the vacuum
> > advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> > exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
> > way.
> > Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
> >
> >
> >
> > Leo
>_______________________________________________
>Version: 10.0.1209 / Virus Database: 1500/3583 - Release Date: 04/19/11

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Apr 19 08:01:30 2011
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:01:30 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
References: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>,
	<664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>

I think it's, like, an email that you send to the list to intentionally
attract venomous replies ... ;)
Apparently there is a picture of one here:( good luck seeing it.
)http://www.morrisminorspares.net/shop_item.php?ID=4557

Here's a better
picture:http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewcardtopic.php?t=2538&view=next
One that site, it says "so your distributor doesn't explode".  Sounds like it
takes a lot of the adventure out of driving one.

Robert Duquette

Ottawa ON Canada


> From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net
> Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:21:19 -0500
> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
>
> Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!
>
> Lester
>
>
>
> On Apr 18, 2011, at 11:07 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
>
> > The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
> > Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
> > It was dropped later on...
> > --
> > Dave G  KK7SS
> > DN06ig   Richland, WA
> >
> > '59 Morris Minor 1000
> > '65 Sprite - in process
> > '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
> > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "hardy john" <hardy.john at cox.net>
> >> the vacuum
> >> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
> >> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
> way.
> >> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
> > _______________________________________________
> >
> > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From nases at verizon.net  Tue Apr 19 08:06:32 2011
From: nases at verizon.net (Philip Nase)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:06:32 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <D1BAA41C-05E4-4947-BBE9-6F139A3C5ADF@gmail.com>
References: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<84A1A4AC-8430-4D8F-BC5F-A0F13635C9B1@gmail.com>
	<000c01cbfe92$33c3ee70$9b4bcb50$@net>
	<D1BAA41C-05E4-4947-BBE9-6F139A3C5ADF@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2A40C698-1ACE-4CDD-9E33-E7A35C209872@verizon.net>

And in a good way.

Phil Nase
Quakertown, PA
http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/



On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:07 AM, Kevin Valentine wrote:

> Frankie,
>
> Your name comes up on the list exactly like your fathers did.......
> (a little unnerving the first time ;)
>
> Welcome to the list!!!!
>
> Kevin
>
>
>
> On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Frank Clarici wrote:
>
>> Sure thing
>>
>> Frankie
>>
>> From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com]
>> Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 8:56 AM
>> To: Ron Soave
>> Cc: Spridgets; Frank Clarici
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
>>
>>
>> On Apr 19, 2011, at 1:35 AM, Ron Soave wrote:
>>
>> *** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***
>> *
>>
>>
>> Yes,  Anyone who would like to post this (Info below) to other
>> lists please do so.
>>
>> Kevin Valentine
>>
>>
>>
>> ______________________________________________________________________
>> ____________________________
>>
>> I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold
>> Midget Frank Sr recently finished;
>>
>> Frankie's email to me;
>>
>> Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last
>> project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory
>> rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.
>>
>> Thanks
>> Frankie
>>
>>
>> Please contact Frankie Clarici IV at his email address
>> clarici at verizon.net   if you are interested in this car.
>>
>> ______________________________________________________________________
>> _______________________________
> _______________________________________________
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation  $12.75
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From kk7ss at frontier.com  Tue Apr 19 08:18:34 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:18:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <387127578.55241.1303222714456.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

This worked better for me...
http://www.morrisminorspares.net/shopsearch.php?search=flame&cat=All&x=0&y=0

--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig   Richland, WA

'59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Robert Duquette" <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>

picture:http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewcardtopic.php?t=2538&view=next
One that site, it says "so your distributor doesn't explode".  Sounds like it
takes a lot of the adventure out of driving one.

From kk7ss at frontier.com  Tue Apr 19 08:23:45 2011
From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:23:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1438062406.55372.1303223025086.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>

As there is a continous passge from the carb/intake for a fuel/air mixture to the dizzy and that there is the capability of the points sparking, there was some concern tha a fuel/air mixture could travel down the vacuum line and be ignited in the dizzy.
The flame trap was just that!
I never heard of it happening... but what the heck do I know :)


--
Dave G  KK7SS
DN06ig   Richland, WA

'59 Morris Minor 1000
'65 Sprite - in process
'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
'06 Honda Civic Hybrid

----- Original Message -----
From: "Lester" <oldsaabguy at comcast.net>

Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!

Lester

From dwoerpel at wi.net  Tue Apr 19 08:30:09 2011
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:30:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>
References: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>,
	<664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
	<BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4DAD9C71.8050306@wi.net>

Moss has them in the MGA catalog.  It's the same item.

Dave W.
"Be seeing you"...at the MG Midget 50th Anniversary
July 18-24, Elkhart Lake Wisconsin
http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org


On 4/19/2011 9:01 AM, Robert Duquette wrote:
> I think it's, like, an email that you send to the list to intentionally
> attract venomous replies ... ;)
> Apparently there is a picture of one here:( good luck seeing it.
> )http://www.morrisminorspares.net/shop_item.php?ID=4557
>
> Here's a better
> picture:http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewcardtopic.php?t=2538&view=next
> One that site, it says "so your distributor doesn't explode".  Sounds like it
> takes a lot of the adventure out of driving one.
>
> Robert Duquette
>
> Ottawa ON Canada
>
>
>> From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net
>> Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:21:19 -0500
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
>>
>> Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!
>>
>> Lester
>>
>>
>>
>> On Apr 18, 2011, at 11:07 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
>>
>>> The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
>>> Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
>>> It was dropped later on...
>>> --
>>> Dave G  KK7SS
>>> DN06ig   Richland, WA
>>>
>>> '59 Morris Minor 1000
>>> '65 Sprite - in process
>>> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "hardy john"<hardy.john at cox.net>
>>>> the vacuum
>>>> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
>>>> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
>> way.
>>>> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.

From oldsaabguy at comcast.net  Tue Apr 19 08:33:03 2011
From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:33:03 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>
References: <119931227.51731.1303186051418.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>,
	<664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
	<BAY147-w37801EE6A9B5FFD8E1D620B8900@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <C50159D0-7512-407D-8506-3E2EFC6CDD7D@comcast.net>

Yeah I kinda figured it's purpose out but.. well.. what do you bait it with
and how often  How do you know if you have a flame trapped in there?  Why
doesn't EVERYONE ELSE'S DISTRIBUTOR EXPLODE??

Lester

.. SAAB used a plastic pipe to pressurize the distributor for this same
reason, the 3 cyl cap has 5 holes in it..


On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:01 AM, Robert Duquette wrote:

> I think it's, like, an email that you send to the list to intentionally
> attract venomous replies ... ;)
> Apparently there is a picture of one here:( good luck seeing it.
> )http://www.morrisminorspares.net/shop_item.php?ID=4557
>
> Here's a better
> picture:http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewcardtopic.php?t=2538&view=next
> One that site, it says "so your distributor doesn't explode".  Sounds like
it
> takes a lot of the adventure out of driving one.
>
> Robert Duquette
>
> Ottawa ON Canada
>
>
>> From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net
>> Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:21:19 -0500
>> To: spridgets at autox.team.net
>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
>>
>> Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!
>>
>> Lester
>>
>>
>>
>> On Apr 18, 2011, at 11:07 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
>>
>>> The flame trap was used on 948cc motors in Morris Minors.
>>> Sometimes secured at the back, sometimes at the front.
>>> It was dropped later on...
>>> --
>>> Dave G  KK7SS
>>> DN06ig   Richland, WA
>>>
>>> '59 Morris Minor 1000
>>> '65 Sprite - in process
>>> '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "hardy john" <hardy.john at cox.net>
>>>> the vacuum
>>>> advance line for the dist has a flame trap which is bolted to the back
>>>> exchaust stud.  Loks like it is factory but I have never seen one that
>> way.
>>>> Several other different things also but that's a whole nother topic.
>>> _______________________________________________
>>>
>>> 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
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com  Tue Apr 19 08:41:26 2011
From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:41:26 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <1438062406.55372.1303223025086.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <20110419144126.DIT4K.117849.root@cdptpa-web13-z01>

Well the air flow is supposed to be going the other way!


> The flame trap was just that!
> I never heard of it happening... but what the heck do I know :)

From peter at nosimport.com  Tue Apr 19 08:48:40 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:48:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <1438062406.55372.1303223025086.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.d
	lls.pa.frontiernet.net>
References: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
	<1438062406.55372.1303223025086.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <201104190748652.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Errrrrrrrrr... how about the more likely scenario of there being an 
intake backfire, and flame traveling down the tube.
         That's been my understanding.
         Some Triumph cars had 2 of the bulbous expansion areas.   I 
thought we could make a small still.

         Also, most other cars have a flametrap in lieu of, or in 
addition to a PCV setup.  Modern cars!
         Peter C
==
At 09:23 AM 4/19/2011, Dave KK7SS wrote:
>As there is a continous passge from the carb/intake for a fuel/air 
>mixture to the dizzy and that there is the capability of the points 
>sparking, there was some concern tha a fuel/air mixture could travel 
>down the vacuum line and be ignited in the dizzy.
>The flame trap was just that!
>I never heard of it happening... but what the heck do I know :)
>
>
>--
>Dave G  KK7SS
>DN06ig   Richland, WA
>
>'59 Morris Minor 1000
>'65 Sprite - in process
>'76 Midget - shared with my #4 son.
>'06 Honda Civic Hybrid
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Lester" <oldsaabguy at comcast.net>
>
>Ok.. I give up WTF is a flame trap?!
>
>Lester

From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net  Tue Apr 19 08:48:54 2011
From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:48:54 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable
In-Reply-To: <EFEDCE1DDC9D4775BACA9271BE8D23AC@RikerPC>
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go one better spend the extra couple of bucks and get a braided teflon brake cable. 
Ryan 
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Riker" <davriker at nwi.net> 
To: "J Foster" <tr3.4.me at gmail.com>, "Spridget list" <spridgets at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 10:53:30 PM 
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable 

Buy a bicycle brake cable, cut to length. Cost, about $5 Mine's been 
working for about 15 years. 

http://www.amazon.com/Pyramid-Bicycle-Brake-Cable-Black/dp/B000AOA182 


David R. 


-----Original Message----- 
From: J Foster 
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2011 1:23 PM 
To: Spridget list 
Subject: [Spridgets] Accelerator Cable 

I need to replace a frayed throttle cable on my 1973 Midget. 

Looking on ebay there are two items available that are quite different 
in cost. 
Have any of you used either of these or had any experience with the sellers? 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200447211674 

OR 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200292218181 
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 09:12:19 2011
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:12:19 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
In-Reply-To: <2A40C698-1ACE-4CDD-9E33-E7A35C209872@verizon.net>
References: <660241.66344.qm@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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	<000c01cbfe92$33c3ee70$9b4bcb50$@net>
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Agreed Phil, Frankie it is so comforting to have you with us, and carrying
your dear fathers name brings us all hope.
Lin

On Tue, Apr 19, 2011 at 10:06 AM, Philip Nase <nases at verizon.net> wrote:

> And in a good way.
>
> Phil Nase
> Quakertown, PA
> http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/
>
>
>
> On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:07 AM, Kevin Valentine wrote:
>
> > Frankie,
> >
> > Your name comes up on the list exactly like your fathers did.......
> > (a little unnerving the first time ;)
> >
> > Welcome to the list!!!!
> >
> > Kevin
> >
> >
> >
> > On Apr 19, 2011, at 9:03 AM, Frank Clarici wrote:
> >
> >> Sure thing
> >>
> >> Frankie
> >>
> >> From: Kevin Valentine [mailto:kevinv1275 at gmail.com]
> >> Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 8:56 AM
> >> To: Ron Soave
> >> Cc: Spridgets; Frank Clarici
> >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Franks Last Project For Sale
> >>
> >>
> >> On Apr 19, 2011, at 1:35 AM, Ron Soave wrote:
> >>
> >> *** Kevin, Frankie, is it OK if I post on other lists? ***
> >> *
> >>
> >>
> >> Yes,  Anyone who would like to post this (Info below) to other
> >> lists please do so.
> >>
> >> Kevin Valentine
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> ______________________________________________________________________
> >> ____________________________
> >>
> >> I just heard from Frankie Clarici.  He wants to sell the Gold
> >> Midget Frank Sr recently finished;
> >>
> >> Frankie's email to me;
> >>
> >> Can you ask the list about if anyone wants to buy my dads last
> >> project. The gold mg. It runs great I think the motor was a factory
> >> rebuilt. Everything is new. My dad was asking $6800.
> >>
> >> Thanks
> >> Frankie
> >>
> >>
> >> Please contact Frankie Clarici IV at his email address
> >> clarici at verizon.net   if you are interested in this car.
> >>
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> >> _______________________________
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From b-evans at earthlink.net  Tue Apr 19 09:19:22 2011
From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:19:22 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] One for Frank
Message-ID: <03ba01cbfea5$29d90ae0$7d8b20a0$@net>

It seems so long ago that Mark started up the Spridget list, and Frank and I
signed up at the first git-go!   Mark's effort gave Frank a forum to spread
his knowledge and generosity throughout "Spritedom".  For this, if for
nothing else, we own Mark a great deal.  Now, I have to second Jay's
thoughts on supporting Mark's efforts in Frank's name.  If you need
information on how to do it, go to:

.             http://www.team.net/donate.html

 

My check's in the mail.

 

Buster Evans

 

 

-----Original Message-----
From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay
Sent: Monday, April 18, 2011 8:32 PM
To: Spridgets
Subject: [Spridgets] Another One for Frank

 

Frank helped make this list work through his knowledge and continual 

contributions. 

Each of us can help Mark through a donation however small to help the list 

continue.

Do so in Frank's name, even though you can't so designate the donation.

 

jay fishbein

wallingford, ct

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 09:19:30 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:19:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <201104190748652.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
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	<201104190748652.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
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The idea, as I understand it, was that the vacuum level fluctuates, so
there is movement of the vapor in the pipe. Since it is connected to
the carb, there is a possibility of fuel in the vapor. Over time, the
fuel could condense and collect in the vacuum diaphragm, since that is
usually the low point in the pipe. The bulb is positioned so that any
condensing should happen there and run back to the carb rather than
down to the dissy. Eventually they realized that they were protecting
us from a theoretical tragedy that simply wasn't materializing...
David L

From peter at nosimport.com  Tue Apr 19 09:31:32 2011
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:31:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTikOLX1swsXVjhb-MO3aoxoNrKM4-g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <664967C0-5C33-4F08-9A3A-907DF9F9DFEE@comcast.net>
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	<BANLkTikOLX1swsXVjhb-MO3aoxoNrKM4-g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <201104190831227.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

Ooo... I like that better, but why did BMC give it up, and Triumph 
keep at it until the 70s?
     Peter C
==
At 10:19 AM 4/19/2011, David Lieb wrote:
>The idea, as I understand it, was that the vacuum level fluctuates, so
>there is movement of the vapor in the pipe. Since it is connected to
>the carb, there is a possibility of fuel in the vapor. Over time, the
>fuel could condense and collect in the vacuum diaphragm, since that is
>usually the low point in the pipe. The bulb is positioned so that any
>condensing should happen there and run back to the carb rather than
>down to the dissy. Eventually they realized that they were protecting
>us from a theoretical tragedy that simply wasn't materializing...
>David L

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 19 09:45:39 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:45:39 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <BANLkTinx=Lqk=o8n9dG7oikVh2AYGKWzoQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
	<BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
	<BANLkTinx=Lqk=o8n9dG7oikVh2AYGKWzoQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C65B48CD-AA6B-4B09-9E54-6E87362B8951@mac.com>

Something like

What a FU idea, to ruin a perfectly good bonnet!!

Well, that's what I say!!

Larry

On Apr 19, 2011, at 00:34 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote:

> I wonder what Frank would say?
> Lin
> 
> On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 12:50 PM, Robert Duquette <
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> 
>>> Subject: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
>>> 
>>> Check out this Bugeye for sale in Paducah Kentucky.  Has anyone seen
>> this
>>> hood modification before?
>>> 
>>> http://westky.craigslist.org/cto/2315334610.html
>>> 
>>> Jim  Werner
>>> Louisville, Kentucky
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From racerbob70 at yahoo.com  Tue Apr 19 09:48:05 2011
From: racerbob70 at yahoo.com (Bob Van Kirk)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:48:05 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
In-Reply-To: <201104190831227.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>
Message-ID: <122204.55990.qm@web39407.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Peter.
   I think you answered your own question, Triumph! :^)

--- On Tue, 4/19/11, Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com> wrote:


From: Peter Caldwell <peter at nosimport.com>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Flame trap (was silicone fluid and MC)
To: "Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 11:31 AM


Ooo... I like that better, but why did BMC give it up, and Triumph
keep at it until the 70s?
     Peter C
==

From 72spridget at gmail.com  Tue Apr 19 09:52:50 2011
From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:52:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <C65B48CD-AA6B-4B09-9E54-6E87362B8951@mac.com>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
	<BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
	<BANLkTinx=Lqk=o8n9dG7oikVh2AYGKWzoQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<C65B48CD-AA6B-4B09-9E54-6E87362B8951@mac.com>
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> Something like
>
> What a FU idea, to ruin a perfectly good bonnet!!

Hmm, what about the bonnet on the BABE Rally car?
David L

From lists at dinospider.com  Tue Apr 19 09:52:58 2011
From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:52:58 -0700
Subject: [Spridgets] New Set - SU HS2 carbs for sale
In-Reply-To: <150938.36832.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <150938.36832.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4DADAFDA.3050200@dinospider.com>

  How much work to those work on the  1098 ?  I see in the auction they 
are 370-708 which according to Moss are for the 948, according to Moss I 
need the 370-318's for the 1098 but I have NO idea what the real 
differences are.  Frank was working on a set for me but now I will have 
to buy some.

     mike

On 04/18/2011 09:58 AM, Jay wrote:
> Fellow Listers,
>
> If anyone is interested in a set of new HS-2 carbs. I listed them on eBay at a
> very reasonable price if you're interested. They are new in the box and
> currently at $326.00. Moss retail is $779.00.
>
> http://tinyurl.com/3fmecjt
>
> Item #120711865129
>
> Thanks,
>
>   jay fishbein
> wallingford, ct
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From jfishbein at snet.net  Tue Apr 19 09:56:00 2011
From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:56:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] bugeye bonnet
In-Reply-To: <C65B48CD-AA6B-4B09-9E54-6E87362B8951@mac.com>
References: <7a9ed.1e555a91.3adb97eb@aol.com>
	<BAY147-w37EF125AFCB43725D509B0B8910@phx.gbl>
	<BANLkTinx=Lqk=o8n9dG7oikVh2AYGKWzoQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<C65B48CD-AA6B-4B09-9E54-6E87362B8951@mac.com>
Message-ID: <348795.51666.qm@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!

 jay fishbein

wallingford, ct




________________________________

> On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 12:50 PM, Robert Duquette <
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> 

Check out this Bugeye for sale in Paducah Kentucky.  Has anyone seen this hood 
modification before?

>>> http://westky.craigslist.org/cto/2315334610.html

From lmacy at mac.com  Tue Apr 19 10:00:21 2011
From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry)
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:00:21 -0400
Subject: [Spridgets] One for Frank
In-Reply-To: <03ba01cbfea5$29d90ae0$7d8b20a0$@net>
References: <03ba01cbfea5$29d90ae0$7d8b20a0$@net>
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I paypal'ed $15. I have a 1500 engine, so that's fair, right??


On Apr 19, 2011, at 11:19 AM, Robert Evans wrote:

> It seems so long ago that Mark started up the Spridget list, and Frank and I
> signed up at the first git-go!   Mark's effort gave Frank a forum to spread
> his knowledge and generosity throughout "Spritedom".  For this, if for
> nothing else, we own Mark a great deal.  Now, I have to second Jay's
> thoughts on supporting Mark's efforts in Frank's name.  If you need
> information on how to do it, go to:
> 
> .