From healeyrick at yahoo.com Mon Aug 1 05:15:18 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 04:15:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] BAT BE Worth the $$$ ? In-Reply-To: <1311810664.23907.YahooMailClassic@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1312197318.52005.YahooMailClassic@web161218.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> $8389! The phrases "All the money" and Well sold" come to mind Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Wed, 7/27/11, HealeyRick wrote: I know a lot of us have been watching the barn find bugeye on eBay that was featured on Bring A Trailer: http://tinyurl.com/3p6c7wg I'm not knocked over dead by this car as some of the commentators on BAT seem to be. $7300 and the reserve hasn't been met? If you wanted to do a concours build, it requires a complete tear-down and virtually every part is going to need replacement or refurbishment. If it's as solid as it looks, might be worth a small premium in money saved on body repair. I respect the patina of a well maintained vehicle, but this isn't one of them. It was last registered in 1988, so it looks like it was used pretty hard for 30 yrs before being put away. Would anyone really be happy driving this rat around as is and brag about its patina? Have I been out of the market too long and this car is actually worth what it seems to be fetching? Rick From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Mon Aug 1 07:00:02 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:00:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Riddle me this .... In-Reply-To: References: <2081618533.677852.1312160755335.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <4E360D0B.3040709@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: <4E36A352.8010400@croakingfrog.net> I'm leaning your way, Bill. Going to pull the engine this weekend and go from there. Reminds me of aluminum to steel corrosion. Like years ago when they mounted aluminum bumpers on to steel bumper reinforcements. Chap On 7/31/2011 10:27 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > White powder might be corrosion of some type. Aluminum oxide is white. Are > you going to have the head checked? Some of the manifold studs could be > replaced. ...bill in corvallis > ========================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > lcjones at croakingfrog.net > Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2011 7:19 PM > To: Dave KK7SS > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Riddle me this .... > > I don't think it was mice, though I did have to house clean the glove > box. It was a white powdery substance. I didn't know to call the DHS or > the DEA. I blew it out. Later I saw the cat chasing butterflies and > thought, well, that's odd. By the way, I had sealed the carb throats > with duct tape a number of years ago. Duct tape was still intact and > doing it's job. Love that duct tape. Unless there's a back door to the > carbs. > > Chap > ============================================ > > On 7/31/2011 9:05 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: >> Mice! >> >> -- >> Dave G KK7SS >> Richland, WA >> >> '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. >> '65 Sprite - in process :( >> '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) >> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid >> >> ----- lcjones at croakingfrog.net wrote: >> >>> I have no clue .... any carb experts out there? Removed carbs in prep >>> >>> for engine pull .... What in the world is this? >>> >>> >>> >>> http://ohshit.croakingfrogfarm.com/thumbnails.php?album=9 >>> >>> >>> >>> Chap > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From kentmclean at comcast.net Mon Aug 1 07:24:10 2011 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:24:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E36A8FA.8030001@comcast.net> Andrew Payne wrote: > I plan on rattlecans for paint. You may want to give the $50 paint job a try: The original post: Or this variation: "WWFD" (What would Frank do?) -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From sethamosjones at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 08:15:51 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 09:15:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <4E36A8FA.8030001@comcast.net> References: <4E36A8FA.8030001@comcast.net> Message-ID: <860F1FF8-E2EF-4BC1-851B-76C572463D80@gmail.com> > "WWFD" (What would Frank do?) Appreciate the sentiment, but I always thought it problematic. Would Frank ask himself WWFD? Would he be considered crazy if he did so? -seth From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 1 08:28:01 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:28:01 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <860F1FF8-E2EF-4BC1-851B-76C572463D80@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1929152066.682529.1312208881166.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Talking to yourself is not a problem. Arguing with yourself is not a problem. Arguing with yourself and losing? -- You got a problem! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Seth Jones" wrote: > Appreciate the sentiment, but I always thought it problematic. Would > > Frank ask himself WWFD? Would he be considered crazy if he did so? From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 08:38:01 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 09:38:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <1929152066.682529.1312208881166.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <860F1FF8-E2EF-4BC1-851B-76C572463D80@gmail.com> <1929152066.682529.1312208881166.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: > Talking to yourself is not a problem. > Arguing with yourself is not a problem. > Arguing with yourself and losing? -- You got a problem! Nah, it is only when you find yourself losing the majority of the arguments that ya gotta start to worry! David L From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 08:42:51 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 09:42:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <860F1FF8-E2EF-4BC1-851B-76C572463D80@gmail.com> References: <4E36A8FA.8030001@comcast.net> <860F1FF8-E2EF-4BC1-851B-76C572463D80@gmail.com> Message-ID: > Appreciate the sentiment, but I always thought it problematic. Would > Frank ask himself WWFD? Would he be considered crazy if he did so? The issue isn't what Frank would have asked himself or told himself to do, it is simply what would Frank have done. I don't see any reason to apply reductio ad absurdum to it. David L From lincman90 at hotmail.com Mon Aug 1 09:31:11 2011 From: lincman90 at hotmail.com (Tom Daughdrill) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 10:31:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] GAN6 "Consumer Information Booklet" from British Leyland, What is it's story? In-Reply-To: <079B45C3-1CF0-4AEE-AE93-B37485E9223A@gmail.com> References: , <4E341F06.7090705@sbcglobal.net>, <5F34C6DA-0499-4445-9EAD-34F65E25E90C@mac.com>, <4E347051.6010606@sbcglobal.net>, <079B45C3-1CF0-4AEE-AE93-B37485E9223A@gmail.com> Message-ID: It was supplied with the Owner's Manual on new cars. I'm not positive, but that may have been Government required at the time that the information be given to the new car buyer. Tom > > I found the following on Ebay > > http://www.spridgetguru.com/MGMdgtZneArt_files/AKM3252_2ndED.pdf > > I can't quite understand why the factory printed it or who it would > have been distributed to. Any Ideas? > > -seth > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lincman90 at hotmail.com From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 09:44:09 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 11:44:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th story for MOWOG In-Reply-To: <4B3A063F4D474A05B02AC1F6FA8F36C0@RichandSusanPC> References: <4B3A063F4D474A05B02AC1F6FA8F36C0@RichandSusanPC> Message-ID: Rick and others, I posted the full article (as pdf) on the sprite-midget club website, on the Midget 50th page. If anyone else would like to write an article, I'd be happy to post it as well. -Trevor On Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 7:35 PM, Richard Ball wrote: > Hey Rick > > Bev is pretty good at the editing thing and has done a good job on the > MOWOG. I would say this though, if there is something you really want left > in I would tell her. Since she wasn't there and does not know about us on > this list she may cut something you think should be left in. She has also > has told me in the past that she can spread things out over more than one > issue if needed. > > Rich Ball > '76 Midget > Everett, WA > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson > Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2011 2:23 PM > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Midget 50th story for MOWOG > > Rick, > > Let the editor have at it. Anyone who has written articles can share lots > of stories with you on having their best stuff end up on the editorial > floor. It's just the way it goes. It is a true art to be able to sum up a > 3 day event in one page of print and do so accurately. That's why good > journalists are so hard to find... ;-) > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 2:09 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > > > I was asked to submit something after the trip for printing in our club > > magazine the MOWOG. > > I wrote it up and of course it's about 5 (ok more like 10) times too > long. > > There's just so much to say about the 11 day trip, too much for one page. > > The editor has offered to slash, rip, gut, and tear out most of it but > says > > she will try to retain the best bits - those that made her smile or she > > thought were witty. > > Suggestions? > > I'm inclined to just let her do her editing thing then not read it when > it > > comes out so as to avoid any negativity on my part, then graciously and > > politely say "thank you". > > > > Rick (SQL scriptwriter, but no author) Bastedo > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > > > > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rich_ball at mindspring.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/trevor.jessie at gmail.com From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Aug 1 10:00:37 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - Movie In-Reply-To: <72912ABBB73B496DAC41360E793184AB@spider> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <84784A2311004E3AA329D4E42E540516@Home> <7DCFEA2640E64C5F8B588D796D93A677@spider> <9953687C72C445AD8DE15FFF8A20CE52@Home> <72912ABBB73B496DAC41360E793184AB@spider> Message-ID: <0B967578A71D42F89B0F1421694A3A31@Home> > Maybe a dating service? What are the kids using these days?? Speaking of which, we just saw the movie, Trust at the Stony Brook Film Festival. If you have preteen to tween grandchildren, at least make sure the dads see this movie, and let them decide if they should watch it together and talk. Online predation, pedophilia, date rape, adult failure of response, etc. - very disturbing, very cautioning. Michael Rowe Two daughters safely through this period No fun From bertshirey at zoominternet.net Mon Aug 1 11:03:20 2011 From: bertshirey at zoominternet.net (Bert Shirey) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 12:03:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Brake Shoe Spring Message-ID: <58D2E2E6C1CF4B4B8A92C00A5C047A8E@yourw92p4bhlzg> Hey, Guys and Gals, I lost some of that earlier discussion on the beehive spring installation, but in case this wasn`t mentioned there is a simple, inexpensive tool that makes that job easy. Put it over the spring, push and twist. Usually goes in first try. Got the tool years ago at maybe Pep Boys or JC Whitney. Also, this wasn`t discussed, but the long return springs can be a pain if you try to hook them up with the shoes in the cylinder notches. Those commercial spring pliers are not much good here. Easier way out is put the springs in the both shoes holes before fitting to the notches. Holding the top shoe, set the bottom shoe with springs in its notches, then pull the top shoe springs and all into its resting place. Depending on how strong your hands are, you may need to do one notch at a time. Cheers, Bert Shirey 60 Bugeye/ 66 Midget 1098 From andrewpayne at intrex.net Mon Aug 1 12:24:37 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:24:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> "I will nominate you for Sainthood if you can make something even remotely sturdy and driveable out of it." Jim's post seems to echo the sentiment of most of the list. I think that tonight I will spend some painful time honestly assessing the car. So I can be realistic, if I am buying a new tub, it will be as part of an assembled, running car. I hear stories of people finding such cars for $500, are these deals at all common, and where would I find such a beast? If I honest, my current MG has nice steering wheel and a good roll bar. Most other parts probably need to be replaced. (It's actually better than that, but not by much.) Drew From grday at btinternet.com Mon Aug 1 12:30:15 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:30:15 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Brake Shoe Spring References: <58D2E2E6C1CF4B4B8A92C00A5C047A8E@yourw92p4bhlzg> Message-ID: Bert, Is this the one that looks a little like a screwdriver with a notch cut out of the blade? Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bert Shirey" <> To: Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:03 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Brake Shoe Spring > Hey, Guys and Gals, > > I lost some of that earlier discussion on the beehive spring > installation, > but in case this wasn`t mentioned there is a simple, inexpensive tool that > makes that job easy. Put it over the spring, push and twist. Usually goes > in > first try. Got the tool years ago at maybe Pep Boys or JC Whitney. > Also, this wasn`t discussed, but the long return springs can be a pain > if > you try to hook them up with the shoes in the cylinder notches. Those > commercial spring pliers are not much good here. > Easier way out is put the springs in the both shoes holes before > fitting > to the notches. Holding the top shoe, set the bottom shoe with springs in > its > notches, then pull the top shoe springs and all into its resting place. > Depending on how strong your hands are, you may need to do one notch at a > time. Cheers, > > Bert Shirey > 60 Bugeye/ 66 Midget 1098 > _______________________________________________ From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 12:49:49 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 13:49:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: <-5424220406979777595@unknownmsgid> Now speaking for the opposition, WWFD. Frank would not have told you no. Cars have been restored from hulks in far worse shape, some from molecules that vaguely remembered having flown in close formation. If it has that kind of sentimental value to you, your odds of completion have improved. You CAN do it, especially if you have those welding and bodywork skills that I lack. I will be jealous... David L On Aug 1, 2011, at 13:40, "Andrew Payne" wrote: > "I will nominate you for Sainthood if you can make something even remotely > sturdy and driveable out of it." > > Jim's post seems to echo the sentiment of most of the list. I think that > tonight I will spend some painful time honestly assessing the car. So I can > be realistic, if I am buying a new tub, it will be as part of an assembled, > running car. I hear stories of people finding such cars for $500, are these > deals at all common, and where would I find such a beast? If I honest, my > current MG has nice steering wheel and a good roll bar. Most other parts > probably need to be replaced. (It's actually better than that, but not by > much.) > > Drew > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/72spridget at gmail.com From lmacy at mac.com Mon Aug 1 13:10:25 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:10:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: No, I think he can and should tackle the problem. I nominate him for Sainthood for even asking this groups opinion!! Larry On Aug 1, 2011, at 14:24 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: > "I will nominate you for Sainthood if you can make something even remotely > sturdy and driveable out of it." > > Jim's post seems to echo the sentiment of most of the list. I think that > tonight I will spend some painful time honestly assessing the car. So I can > be realistic, if I am buying a new tub, it will be as part of an assembled, > running car. I hear stories of people finding such cars for $500, are these > deals at all common, and where would I find such a beast? If I honest, my > current MG has nice steering wheel and a good roll bar. Most other parts > probably need to be replaced. (It's actually better than that, but not by > much.) > > Drew > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry Macy 78 Midget Keep your top down and your chin up. Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. lmacy at phillymgclub.com Board Member at Large Philadelphia MG Club One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car. From millerls at ado13.com Mon Aug 1 14:29:35 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 13:29:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A Message-ID: <45A20B52-0DCC-4492-B03C-F33C7E9DB8A3@ado13.com> Short video Midget 50th at RA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 14:43:39 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 15:43:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Brake Shoe Spring In-Reply-To: <58D2E2E6C1CF4B4B8A92C00A5C047A8E@yourw92p4bhlzg> References: <58D2E2E6C1CF4B4B8A92C00A5C047A8E@yourw92p4bhlzg> Message-ID: Ya beat me to it, Bert! Any autoparts store has a "brake spring tool" that will work but, as you point out, the age old mechanic's method of pulling the spring with the brake shoe is quick, effective and will save the price of the tool. Been doing brakes that way since about 1970. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 12:03 PM, Bert Shirey wrote: > Hey, Guys and Gals, > > I lost some of that earlier discussion on the beehive spring > installation, > but in case this wasn`t mentioned there is a simple, inexpensive tool that > makes that job easy. Put it over the spring, push and twist. Usually goes > in > first try. Got the tool years ago at maybe Pep Boys or JC Whitney. > Also, this wasn`t discussed, but the long return springs can be a pain if > you try to hook them up with the shoes in the cylinder notches. Those > commercial spring pliers are not much good here. > Easier way out is put the springs in the both shoes holes before fitting > to the notches. Holding the top shoe, set the bottom shoe with springs in > its > notches, then pull the top shoe springs and all into its resting place. > Depending on how strong your hands are, you may need to do one notch at a > time. Cheers, > > Bert Shirey > 60 Bugeye/ 66 Midget 1098 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From refisk at chartermi.net Mon Aug 1 15:06:26 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 17:06:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher Message-ID: <25FF2694-27D7-45C2-8DF2-056C5DA84E29@chartermi.net> In keeping with Frank's "We tight" philosophy I repaired the turn signal flasher on the '79 Party Midget this afternoon rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. I was curious about how they worked. So I pried the case open and found just what I expected to find - two contacts with one mounted on a bi-metallic strip. I cleaned the contacts and plugged it in. The flashers worked, but very slowly. After a little judicious adjustment with a pair of needle nose pliers we're back in business and flashing away. :-) Rick From Miniac7 at aol.com Mon Aug 1 16:53:23 2011 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:53:23 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Message-ID: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. '60 AH Bugeye Sprite '68 Austin Mini _Click here: ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube_ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A) From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 16:59:20 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:59:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> References: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> Message-ID: Yes On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM, wrote: > Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green classic > Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > '60 AH Bugeye Sprite > '68 Austin Mini > > > _Click here: ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube_ > (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A) > _______________________________________________ > > 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/trevor.jessie at gmail.com From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 17:03:51 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:03:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: <25FF2694-27D7-45C2-8DF2-056C5DA84E29@chartermi.net> References: <25FF2694-27D7-45C2-8DF2-056C5DA84E29@chartermi.net> Message-ID: On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. ------------------------------------------------- Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do today!". Nuff said... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 1 17:07:34 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 16:07:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> Message-ID: <86D9D9678D884E99B8E518DBDF9C4F8A@spider> succinct ============== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Trevor Jessie Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 3:59 PM To: Miniac7 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Yes =============== On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM, wrote: > Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green classic > Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > '60 AH Bugeye Sprite > '68 Austin Mini > > > _Click here: ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube_ > (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A) > _______________________________________________ > > 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/trevor.jessie at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 17:09:42 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:09:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: I hear stories of people finding such cars for $500, are these deals at all common, and where would I find such a beast? ---------------------------------------------------------- There are a lot of decent RB bodies out there because BL made sure that the engines would grenade before 40K miles! Use parts offa your car and you have a clone of your teenage days sportcar... Some parts may be different but the DNA will be there for you. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 1 17:08:35 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:08:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> Message-ID: <167577AA7EEC44D398E37F75DF78DA58@HomePC> Me too. -----Original Message----- From: Trevor Jessie Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 5:59 PM To: Miniac7 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Yes On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM, wrote: > Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green > classic > Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > '60 AH Bugeye Sprite > '68 Austin Mini > > > _Click here: ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube_ > (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A) > _______________________________________________ > > 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/trevor.jessie at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From Miniac7 at aol.com Mon Aug 1 17:14:58 2011 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:14:58 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Message-ID: <456a5.7eed264b.3b688d72@aol.com> Next question...will you please tell me the name of that person? Thanks. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 1 17:15:50 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 16:15:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <167577AA7EEC44D398E37F75DF78DA58@HomePC> References: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> <167577AA7EEC44D398E37F75DF78DA58@HomePC> Message-ID: <9D12DF8B782C439F9434CCD668324F1E@spider> (succinct)**2 ================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry Daniels Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 4:09 PM To: Trevor Jessie; Miniac7 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Me too. ============================ -----Original Message----- From: Trevor Jessie Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 5:59 PM To: Miniac7 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Yes ================================== On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM, wrote: > Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green > classic > Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > '60 AH Bugeye Sprite > '68 Austin Mini > > > _Click here: ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube_ > (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v9s3QGFx0A) > _______________________________________________ > > 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/trevor.jessie at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From Miniac7 at aol.com Mon Aug 1 17:16:41 2011 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:16:41 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Message-ID: <4577f.75e8e354.3b688dd9@aol.com> Guess that's what I get for not attending. H. From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 1 17:16:42 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 23:16:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <44b74.3e0d5d32.3b688863@aol.com> Message-ID: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> It wasn't me.. I was home alone at the time... My dog is a witness. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green > classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 17:49:16 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:49:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> On Aug 1, 2011, at 3:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > I nominate him for Sainthood for even asking this groups opinion!! I second the nomination........ All in favor? From refisk at chartermi.net Mon Aug 1 17:49:49 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:49:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) Sent from my iPad On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > It wasn't me.. > I was home alone at the time... > My dog is a witness. > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > >> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green >> classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > _______________________________________________ From Miniac7 at aol.com Mon Aug 1 17:50:57 2011 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:50:57 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Message-ID: <46985.45aa699e.3b6895e1@aol.com> In a message dated 8/1/2011 7:50:18 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, refisk at chartermi.net writes: I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) Got it, wink ... wink ! Thanks all. H. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 1 17:52:54 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 16:52:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net><1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> Message-ID: <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> Yeh! Anoint him with used Castrol from a catch pan. =================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kevin Valentine Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 4:49 PM To: Macy Larry Cc: 'Spridgets' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! On Aug 1, 2011, at 3:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > I nominate him for Sainthood for even asking this groups opinion!! ============================================ I second the nomination........ All in favor? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 1 17:53:52 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 16:53:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> Message-ID: Furrin' or furrie? =========================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 4:50 PM To: Dave KK7SS Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) Sent from my iPad On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > It wasn't me.. > I was home alone at the time... > My dog is a witness. > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > >> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green >> classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 1 17:57:42 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:57:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> Message-ID: And a bottle of gin fits perfectly in the driver's door pocket. We even confirmed the rumor at Siebkens one intoxicated afternoon. I'm not sayin' that's why he bought it.... -----Original Message----- From: Rick Fisk Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:49 PM To: Dave KK7SS Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) Sent from my iPad On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > It wasn't me.. > I was home alone at the time... > My dog is a witness. > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > >> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green >> classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From an5.sprite at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 18:01:12 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 00:01:12 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net><1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net><00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> Message-ID: I say Aye Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Kevin Valentine Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:49:16 To: Macy Larry Cc: 'Spridgets' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! On Aug 1, 2011, at 3:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > I nominate him for Sainthood for even asking this groups opinion!! I second the nomination........ All in favor? 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com From kgb at frontiernet.net Mon Aug 1 18:37:46 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 00:37:46 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety switch for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and copper wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "CosmicMag1380" To: "Rick Fisk" Cc: "Spridgets" Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. ------------------------------------------------- Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do today!". Nuff said... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! 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 bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 18:52:31 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:52:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> Message-ID: Hmmm.... A symantical conundrum!! He bought the Mini to fit the gin bottle - OR he bought the gin bottle to fit the Mini.... A real puzzler.... Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: > And a bottle of gin fits perfectly in the driver's door pocket. We even > confirmed the rumor at Siebkens one intoxicated afternoon. I'm not sayin' > that's why he bought it.... > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rick Fisk > Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:49 PM > To: Dave KK7SS > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube > > I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > > It wasn't me.. > > I was home alone at the time... > > My dog is a witness. > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > > > >> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green > >> classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > _______________________________________________ > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From hardy.john at cox.net Mon Aug 1 18:55:19 2011 From: hardy.john at cox.net (hardy.john at cox.net) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 17:55:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> Fixed the headlight relay on my Saab about 2 years ago an saved myself about $60 bucks. So far so good! John ---- kgb at frontiernet.net wrote: > About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety switch for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and copper wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. > > Kate > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "CosmicMag1380" > To: "Rick Fisk" > Cc: "Spridgets" > Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. > ------------------------------------------------- > Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. > He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I > asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with > a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do > today!". > > Nuff said... > > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > 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 > _______________________________________________ > > 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/hardy.john at cox.net From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 18:56:32 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 19:56:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: There's a reasonable condition blue 72 body in a scrap yard about 1.5 miles south of me. The engine and ribcase are available too though they have been removed from the car. My little town is population 27,000 and I have seen two other Midgets for sale in the past 2 years. They are out there. You gotta look. You want info on the 72? Hit me off the list. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:09 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Andrew Payne > wrote: > I hear stories of people finding such cars for $500, are these deals > at all common, and where would I find such a beast? > ---------------------------------------------------------- > There are a lot of decent RB bodies out there because BL made sure > that the engines would grenade before 40K miles! Use parts offa your > car and you have a clone of your teenage days sportcar... Some parts > may be different but the DNA will be there for you. > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 19:04:57 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 20:04:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> References: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> Message-ID: On the other hand, I have a friend who "fixed" is ignition switch. The resulting fire destroyed the car. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 7:55 PM, wrote: > Fixed the headlight relay on my Saab about 2 years ago an saved myself > about $60 bucks. So far so good! > > John > > > ---- kgb at frontiernet.net wrote: > > About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety switch > for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and copper > wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. > > > > Kate > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "CosmicMag1380" > > To: "Rick Fisk" > > Cc: "Spridgets" > > Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher > > > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > > rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. > > ------------------------------------------------- > > Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. > > He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I > > asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with > > a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do > > today!". > > > > Nuff said... > > > > -- > > Kent > > 1960 Bugeye > > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > > 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 > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/hardy.john at cox.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 1 19:15:19 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 20:15:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net><263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <88CDA6FCE81544F8BD152FF67273E96C@HomePC> Actually, Sir Alec Issigonis had the Mini built so that the door pockets were of the correct size to just fit a bottle of Gordon's Gin (his favorite libation). A couple years ago, Peter and I were at Siebkens and he went upstairs to the antique store and found an old Gordon's bottle. We took it out to his car and it fit perfectly. Sir Alec would have fit in good here in Wisconsin. Priorities matter. So, I guess, in this case, the car came before the bottle. -----Original Message----- From: Jim Johnson Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 7:52 PM Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube Hmmm.... A symantical conundrum!! He bought the Mini to fit the gin bottle - OR he bought the gin bottle to fit the Mini.... A real puzzler.... Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: > And a bottle of gin fits perfectly in the driver's door pocket. We even > confirmed the rumor at Siebkens one intoxicated afternoon. I'm not sayin' > that's why he bought it.... > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rick Fisk > Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:49 PM > To: Dave KK7SS > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube > > I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > > It wasn't me.. > > I was home alone at the time... > > My dog is a witness. > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- Miniac7 at aol.com wrote: > > > >> Do any of you who attended Midget 50 know who was driving the green > >> classic Mini as seen in this toe tapping video? > > _______________________________________________ > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From andrewpayne at intrex.net Mon Aug 1 19:24:17 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 01:24:17 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net><1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net><00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com><0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> Message-ID: <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> After much investigation, and ingest-libation I have determined that I will proceed. My two questions at this point are these: Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? Many of the vertical panels have rust only at the very bottom-think wet carpet dimensions-so the tabs are unusable. Should I use some angle steel sections, or is there a better route? Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -----Original Message----- From: Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 16:52:54 To: Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! Yeh! Anoint him with used Castrol from a catch pan. =================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kevin Valentine Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 4:49 PM To: Macy Larry Cc: 'Spridgets' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! On Aug 1, 2011, at 3:10 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > I nominate him for Sainthood for even asking this groups opinion!! ============================================ I second the nomination........ All in favor? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/andrewpayne at intrex.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 1 19:29:54 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 18:29:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net><1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net><00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com><0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <9C4A546E0B00428F9E6646941B2D5384@spider> No libating while working on Spridget; both of you may suffer. Celebrate the end of each day away from the Sprite. ...bill in corvallis ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: Andrew Payne [mailto:andrewpayne at intrex.net] Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:24 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com; spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! After much investigation, and ingest-libation I have determined that I will proceed. My two questions at this point are these: Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? Many of the vertical panels have rust only at the very bottom-think wet carpet dimensions-so the tabs are unusable. Should I use some angle steel sections, or is there a better route? Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From lbc at littlebitcountry.com Mon Aug 1 19:56:54 2011 From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 21:56:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <9C4A546E0B00428F9E6646941B2D5384@spider> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <9C4A546E0B00428F9E6646941B2D5384@spider> Message-ID: <201108020157.p721v5Ks017465@mail.usimperio.com> That sure would take a lot of the fun out of working on the spridget, especially if you had help emptying the cooler.... Dave At 09:29 PM 8/1/2011, you wrote: >No libating while working on Spridget; both of you may suffer. >Celebrate the end of each day away from the Sprite. ...bill in corvallis >================================================== >-----Original Message----- >From: Andrew Payne [mailto:andrewpayne at intrex.net] >Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 6:24 PM >To: corvallis at peoplepc.com; spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net; Spridgets >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! > >After much investigation, and ingest-libation I have determined that I will >proceed. My two questions at this point are these: >Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? >Many of the vertical panels have rust only at the very bottom-think wet >carpet dimensions-so the tabs are unusable. Should I use some angle steel >sections, or is there a better route? >Drew From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 20:22:08 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 22:22:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:24 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Take a 4 x 4 post and run it through where the rear axle was... make sure it is long enough to stick outside the wheel wells on both sides. You can add pieces of wood between the post and the bottom of the axle hump if you want to take up space if you don't want the post to contact the fender lips. The fender lips are strong enough to support the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty. Put your jack stands on the outside on each side of the car. Watch out that you don't jam your knees/ankles on them! You can make it any height that you want by putting cinder block (or whatever) under each side of the post. That way you'll have plenty of room for a creeper underneath. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From lmacy at mac.com Mon Aug 1 20:40:10 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 22:40:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> Message-ID: <99AF8EE4-D229-4432-A28F-A7E1E2E1676A@MAC.COM> BS I calla BS I insist on a BS. I had over 70K on mine before the first rebuild. But, then again, I drove it like I stole it, to steal a comment. It wasn't until AFTER the first rebuild that I started having "issues" Larry On Aug 1, 2011, at 7:09 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > ecause BL made sure > that the engines would grenade before 40K miles! -- Larry Macy 78 Midget Keep your top down and your chin up. Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. lmacy at phillymgclub.com Board Member at Large Philadelphia MG Club Ask a question and you're a fool for three minutes; do not ask a question and you're a fool for the rest of your life. From lmacy at mac.com Mon Aug 1 20:40:17 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2011 22:40:17 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: References: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> Message-ID: <0288730C-730F-45D1-A8C5-0055467941C9@MAC.COM> Always the bearer of the optimistic outlook. I guess your glass is half empty?? Larry On Aug 1, 2011, at 9:04 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > On the other hand, I have a friend who "fixed" is ignition switch. The > resulting fire destroyed the car. > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 7:55 PM, wrote: > >> Fixed the headlight relay on my Saab about 2 years ago an saved myself >> about $60 bucks. So far so good! >> >> John >> >> >> ---- kgb at frontiernet.net wrote: >>> About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety switch >> for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and copper >> wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. >>> >>> Kate >>> >>> ----- Original Message ----- >>> From: "CosmicMag1380" >>> To: "Rick Fisk" >>> Cc: "Spridgets" >>> Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM >>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher >>> >>> On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: >>> rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. >>> ------------------------------------------------- >>> Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. >>> He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I >>> asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with >>> a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do >>> today!". >>> >>> Nuff said... >>> >>> -- >>> Kent >>> 1960 Bugeye >>> 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! >>> 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! >>> 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 >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> 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/hardy.john at cox.net >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lmacy at mac.com > -- 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 cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity. Dorothy Parker From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 20:54:39 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 21:54:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: <0288730C-730F-45D1-A8C5-0055467941C9@MAC.COM> References: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> <0288730C-730F-45D1-A8C5-0055467941C9@MAC.COM> Message-ID: What glass??? ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:40 PM, Macy Larry wrote: > Always the bearer of the optimistic outlook. I guess your glass is half > empty?? > > Larry > > On Aug 1, 2011, at 9:04 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > > > On the other hand, I have a friend who "fixed" is ignition switch. The > > resulting fire destroyed the car. > > > > Cheers!! > > Jim > > > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 7:55 PM, wrote: > > > >> Fixed the headlight relay on my Saab about 2 years ago an saved myself > >> about $60 bucks. So far so good! > >> > >> John > >> > >> > >> ---- kgb at frontiernet.net wrote: > >>> About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety > switch > >> for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and > copper > >> wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. > >>> > >>> Kate > >>> > >>> ----- Original Message ----- > >>> From: "CosmicMag1380" > >>> To: "Rick Fisk" > >>> Cc: "Spridgets" > >>> Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM > >>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher > >>> > >>> On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk > wrote: > >>> rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. > >>> ------------------------------------------------- > >>> Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. > >>> He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I > >>> asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with > >>> a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do > >>> today!". > >>> > >>> Nuff said... > >>> > >>> -- > >>> Kent > >>> 1960 Bugeye > >>> 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > >>> 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > >>> 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 > >>> _______________________________________________ > >>> > >>> 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/hardy.john at cox.net > >> _______________________________________________ > >> > >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 > >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > >> > >> > > > > > > -- > > Cheers!! > > Jim Johnson > > Sprite-Midget Club USA > > High Plains Youth Hockey > > Dodge City Trail of Fame > > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > > bmwwxman at gmail.com > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lmacy at mac.com > > > > -- > > 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 cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity. > > Dorothy Parker > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 21:23:58 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 20:23:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> References: <225977968.690075.1312240602616.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <263968E5-6BB9-4067-BA68-59703D423D78@chartermi.net> Message-ID: Who would want fur-in-a car??? On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 4:49 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > I'll give ya a hint - he sells lots of parts for furrin cars.... :-) From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 1 21:24:31 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 22:24:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: Build a wooden jig. There are several different plans out there. Here's one: http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?1,1766256,1766256#msg-1766256 I built a more elaborate one for my Midget. http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2000.JPG http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2008.JPG Plans for this are buried somewhere in the garage. If you want them, let me know and I'll scan them and send to you. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:24 PM, Andrew Payne > wrote: > Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? > --------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Take a 4 x 4 post and run it through where the rear axle was... make > sure it is long enough to stick outside the wheel wells on both sides. > You can add pieces of wood between the post and the bottom of the axle > hump if you want to take up space if you don't want the post to > contact the fender lips. The fender lips are strong enough to support > the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty. Put > your jack stands on the outside on each side of the car. Watch out > that you don't jam your knees/ankles on them! You can make it any > height that you want by putting cinder block (or whatever) under each > side of the post. That way you'll have plenty of room for a creeper > underneath. > > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From pythias at pacifier.com Mon Aug 1 22:20:41 2011 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 21:20:41 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <1497177671.20110801212041@pacifier.com> Hello CosmicMag1380, >you can make it anyheight that you want by putting cinder block NO NO NO... never work under a car supported by cinder block. It's too porous and has a tendency to crumble. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" My opinions may have changed, but not the fact that I am right. From millerls at ado13.com Mon Aug 1 22:40:28 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2011 21:40:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <0297DCF7-49DA-4F90-B70F-77E86E01351F@ado13.com> Here is another... http://ado13.com/flip/flipper.html From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 2 00:43:01 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 01:43:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <0297DCF7-49DA-4F90-B70F-77E86E01351F@ado13.com> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <0297DCF7-49DA-4F90-B70F-77E86E01351F@ado13.com> Message-ID: Excellent, Larry... That is the design I started with. I then added a few more supports to make it more rigid. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 11:40 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > Here is another... > > http://ado13.com/flip/flipper.html > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Aug 2 06:45:37 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:45:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <0594A0FC32084E899094680B2C58C7A4@Home> I don't understand the reluctance to lay the car on its sill on a carpet. I have been doing this with my BE and it is remarkable stable if the floor is smooth. This puts less bending stress across the weakest part of a rusty shell. And my wife and I (240 lb between us) have no trouble rolling it. Michael Rowe > Build a wooden jig. There are several different plans out there. Here's > one: > http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?1,1766256,1766256#msg-1766256 > > I built a more elaborate one for my Midget. > > http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2000.JPG > http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2008.JPG > > Plans for this are buried somewhere in the garage. If you want them, let > me > know and I'll scan them and send to you. > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM, CosmicMag1380 > wrote: > >> On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:24 PM, Andrew Payne >> wrote: >> Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? >> --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >> Take a 4 x 4 post and run it through where the rear axle was... make >> sure it is long enough to stick outside the wheel wells on both sides. >> You can add pieces of wood between the post and the bottom of the axle >> hump if you want to take up space if you don't want the post to >> contact the fender lips. The fender lips are strong enough to support >> the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty. Put >> your jack stands on the outside on each side of the car. Watch out >> that you don't jam your knees/ankles on them! You can make it any >> height that you want by putting cinder block (or whatever) under each >> side of the post. That way you'll have plenty of room for a creeper >> underneath. >> >> -- >> Kent >> 1960 Bugeye >> 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! >> 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mdrowe at optonline.net From peter at nosimport.com Tue Aug 2 07:42:37 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:42:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <46985.45aa699e.3b6895e1@aol.com> References: <46985.45aa699e.3b6895e1@aol.com> Message-ID: <201108020642832.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> And the wallowing Magnette that I was try to get out of my mirror (I need a bigger mirror) is owned by Jeff Schlemmer of Advanced Distributor fame. I think cocktails were being served in the lower decks at the time. Turn 5 had some "turbulence". And the "mocha cup" was jettisoned on the main straight. Peter C btw, did it strike anyone besides me, that the view from Larry's Bugiis is probably like the view from Dolly Parton's front porch? From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Aug 2 08:00:04 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 09:00:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Makes a Spridget look big Message-ID: <33906F04DDEB48C59E424A29BCFF40EA@HomePC> http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2011/08/02/hemmings-find-of-the-day-1959-f risky-sport/?refer=news So ugly, itbs cute. Look at the difference in front/rear track width. Must be one evil handling devil. From haynes386 at netzero.net Tue Aug 2 08:36:09 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 14:36:09 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! Message-ID: <20110802.083609.4168.0@webmail17.dca.untd.com> Drew- If you are just cutting and welding the vertical panels, I supported my MKII on a 4X4 across the rear where the fuel tank goes, put it between the front studs and the middle side studs, and support with a pair of stands. the stands and 4X4 won't get in your way until you start trying to put the brake lines in. As long ass the 4X4 is shorter than the rear 1/4 panels, you won't bark your shins on it. I prefer to not damage myself further. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 After much investigation, and ingest-libation I have determined that I will proceed. My two questions at this point are these: Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? Many of the vertical panels have rust only at the very bottom-think wet carpet dimensions-so the tabs are unusable. Should I use some angle steel sections, or is there a better route? Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry ____________________________________________________________ Refinance for 2.50%/3.03% APR Loans under 729K usually qualify for US GOV backed refinance programs http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e380b949fd07382695st01duc From millerls at ado13.com Tue Aug 2 09:24:19 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 08:24:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out ?Bugeye at Road America?? - YouTube In-Reply-To: <201108020642832.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <46985.45aa699e.3b6895e1@aol.com> <201108020642832.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: LMAO. > Peter C > > btw, did it strike anyone besides me, that the view from Larry's Bugiis is probably like the view from Dolly Parton's front porch? > _______________________________________________ From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Tue Aug 2 09:38:26 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (Jeff Kelly) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 10:38:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rib case tranny front cover Message-ID: List: I NEED the front cover for a ribbed case tranny. Other than Moss, for new $$, does anyone have a used one they are willing to part with? Contact offlist: homehandy at sbcglobal.net or call: 630-465-2064 Jeff Kelly From andrewpayne at intrex.net Tue Aug 2 09:40:16 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:40:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net> <1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net> <00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com> <0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider> <2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <006501cc512a$7a306510$6e912f30$@intrex.net> "The fender lips are strong enough to support the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty." Kent, are you telling me that my car once had fender lips? I think that you're just pulling my leg! Drew -----Original Message----- From: CosmicMag1380 [mailto:cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com] Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 10:22 PM To: andrewpayne at intrex.net Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:24 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Take a 4 x 4 post and run it through where the rear axle was... make sure it is long enough to stick outside the wheel wells on both sides. You can add pieces of wood between the post and the bottom of the axle hump if you want to take up space if you don't want the post to contact the fender lips. The fender lips are strong enough to support the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty. Put your jack stands on the outside on each side of the car. Watch out that you don't jam your knees/ankles on them! You can make it any height that you want by putting cinder block (or whatever) under each side of the post. That way you'll have plenty of room for a creeper underneath. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Tue Aug 2 09:55:02 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (Jeff Kelly) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 10:55:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><1408063709-1312141043-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-774674310-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><4E35DC5C.4060204@croakingfrog.net><1312160674.67019.YahooMailRC@web83906.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1710618274-1312168650-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1921418993-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry><00b901cc5078$45c0c2a0$d14247e0$@intrex.net><00A28723-380A-47B4-854F-2EBDB3E827A9@gmail.com><0B8826F95C6741E8B4AE746EE3F3E167@spider><2443615-1312248258-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1982922653-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <0594A0FC32084E899094680B2C58C7A4@Home> Message-ID: <8663480D3D7D48BB81957805BFCCEA3F@WOODSTOCK> I too have done extensive work by laying the car on its sill and have had great results. Built 2 race cars, and restored one of them to street and never used a rotisserie. Jeff Kelly ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael Rowe" To: "Spridgets" Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 7:45 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! >I don't understand the reluctance to lay the car on its sill on a carpet. >I have been doing this with my BE and it is remarkable stable if the floor >is smooth. This puts less bending stress across the weakest part of a >rusty shell. And my wife and I (240 lb between us) have no trouble >rolling it. > > Michael Rowe > >> Build a wooden jig. There are several different plans out there. Here's >> one: >> http://www.mgexperience.net/phorum/read.php?1,1766256,1766256#msg-1766256 >> >> I built a more elaborate one for my Midget. >> >> http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2000.JPG >> http://www.starrtech.net/~jimj/images/DSCF2008.JPG >> >> Plans for this are buried somewhere in the garage. If you want them, let >> me >> know and I'll scan them and send to you. >> >> Cheers!! >> Jim >> >> On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM, CosmicMag1380 >> wrote: >> >>> On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:24 PM, Andrew Payne >>> wrote: >>> Where should I put the stands once I remove the rear suspension? >>> --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> Take a 4 x 4 post and run it through where the rear axle was... make >>> sure it is long enough to stick outside the wheel wells on both sides. >>> You can add pieces of wood between the post and the bottom of the axle >>> hump if you want to take up space if you don't want the post to >>> contact the fender lips. The fender lips are strong enough to support >>> the stripped car without bending unless they are really rusty. Put >>> your jack stands on the outside on each side of the car. Watch out >>> that you don't jam your knees/ankles on them! You can make it any >>> height that you want by putting cinder block (or whatever) under each >>> side of the post. That way you'll have plenty of room for a creeper >>> underneath. >>> >>> -- >>> Kent >>> 1960 Bugeye >>> 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! >>> 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >>> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> Cheers!! >> Jim Johnson >> Sprite-Midget Club USA >> High Plains Youth Hockey >> Dodge City Trail of Fame >> Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology >> Yup. I stay plenty busy!! >> bmwwxman at gmail.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mdrowe at optonline.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From thcollin at mtu.edu Tue Aug 2 10:00:25 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:00:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: References: <25FF2694-27D7-45C2-8DF2-056C5DA84E29@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <9c4a79$cspi7n@email.mtu.edu> >He looked at me and with >a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do >today!". > >Nuff said... > >-- >Kent I can relate to this! How else can I explain these Spridget projects? An LED illuminated wind blocker I designed and built or the heat shield over the exhaust pipe under the drivers seat (fabricated from structural steel framing material), a rebuilt horn, a one man, quick, fender mirror alignment system or any other of a bunch of planned projects. Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From rdgard at cox.net Tue Aug 2 10:28:29 2011 From: rdgard at cox.net (Bob Gardner) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 09:28:29 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Glass Half full etc In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <08307DF0F6D643539F55652E61EAF665@OfficePC> It isn't that the glass is half full (or empty for that matter.) The engineer, and we all have a little engineering in us, says that the glass is too big! Cheers, Bob in San Diego Robert D. Gardner Gardner Productions LLC Film and Video Production since 1978 619-460-1000 www.gardnerproductions.com ************************************ From pvanwig at me.com Tue Aug 2 10:35:44 2011 From: pvanwig at me.com (Paul Van Wig) Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:35:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Glass Half full etc In-Reply-To: <08307DF0F6D643539F55652E61EAF665@OfficePC> References: <08307DF0F6D643539F55652E61EAF665@OfficePC> Message-ID: <12F6F34C-ACC5-4DE7-B570-2E0529B8ED3C@me.com> Now that depends on what you put in said glass! Paul Van Wig Long Beach/Big Bear, CA pvanwig at mac dot com Pvanwig/Facebook On Aug 2, 2011, at 9:28 AM, Bob Gardner wrote: > It isn't that the glass is half full (or empty for that matter.) > > The engineer, and we all have a little engineering in us, says that the > glass is too big! > > Cheers, > > Bob in San Diego > > Robert D. Gardner > > Gardner Productions LLC > Film and Video Production since 1978 > 619-460-1000 > www.gardnerproductions.com > ************************************ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 2 10:37:10 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 09:37:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: <9c4a79$cspi7n@email.mtu.edu> References: <25FF2694-27D7-45C2-8DF2-056C5DA84E29@chartermi.net> <9c4a79$cspi7n@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <55E2B527A9AD4A779589665E99CCCBEB@spider> Gotta love those horns ... ================================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Collins Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 9:00 AM To: CosmicMag1380 Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher >He looked at me and with >a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do >today!". > >Nuff said... > >-- >Kent I can relate to this! How else can I explain these Spridget projects? An LED illuminated wind blocker I designed and built or the heat shield over the exhaust pipe under the drivers seat (fabricated from structural steel framing material), a rebuilt horn, a one man, quick, fender mirror alignment system or any other of a bunch of planned projects. Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From jessmd1 at comcast.net Tue Aug 2 12:05:50 2011 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 13:05:50 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] sway bars Message-ID: <76C4A661-90C0-4877-933E-157B26FF0C5C@comcast.net> Do sway bars help with bugeyes? If so which is the best size? 5/8" 11/16" etc.? From 72spridget at gmail.com Tue Aug 2 12:31:15 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 13:31:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Glass Half full etc In-Reply-To: <12F6F34C-ACC5-4DE7-B570-2E0529B8ED3C@me.com> References: <08307DF0F6D643539F55652E61EAF665@OfficePC> <12F6F34C-ACC5-4DE7-B570-2E0529B8ED3C@me.com> Message-ID: >> It isn't that the glass is half full (or empty for that matter.) >> >> The engineer, and we all have a little engineering in us, says that the >> glass is too big! As British car owners, we all KNOW that the glass must be leaking. David L From kmappley at gmail.com Tue Aug 2 13:32:08 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 14:32:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re Working on the car, this time for real! Message-ID: If you are going to be cutting out a lot of sheet metal you may want to weld a X frame across the door openings and cockpit before you start removing much. I know a guy doing an MGA body this way and its works fine. When done grind off the weld spots and no one will know. Kurt. From jessmd1 at comcast.net Tue Aug 2 14:26:26 2011 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 15:26:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing all new lines. From davriker at nwi.net Tue Aug 2 15:48:20 2011 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 14:48:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Nardi Steering Wheel Hubs Message-ID: This is a shameless plug for a couple of items I have on eBay. I have two Nardi steering wheel hubs. These have been out of production for about 15 years and are no longer available. One hub is for 69-70 MG Midget & MG, and the other is for 71-76 Midget/MG. If a list member wants one before any bids are placed, I will end the auction and will ship for free (US only). The 14b wheel is for sale also in itbs own auction: http://tinyurl.com/3tosrv7 http://tinyurl.com/3g9yg62 http://tinyurl.com/3h47hw5 Thanks for putting up with my temporary blatant commercialism. Now back to our regularly scheduled stuff... Dave Riker From andrewpayne at intrex.net Tue Aug 2 17:03:05 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 23:03:05 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Axing the axle Message-ID: <1217422616-1312326185-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1947951963-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Every manual I have seems to show only removal of 1/4 elliptical, can someone tell me how to best pull the rear axle and suspension for floor replacement? I see dozens of ways, but I bet there is a quick and easy method. If I can get this done soon, I hope to do a build blog tonight with pictures of the carnage. Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Tue Aug 2 17:04:08 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 19:04:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Typical MGB owner? Message-ID: anyone we know? http://whitetrashrepairs.com/white-trash/redneck-tow-truck-2/ From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Aug 2 17:18:13 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 19:18:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Axing the axle In-Reply-To: <1217422616-1312326185-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1947951963-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <1217422616-1312326185-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1947951963-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 7:03 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: Every manual I have seems to show only removal of 1/4 elliptical, can someone tell me how to best pull the rear axle and suspension for floor replacement? I see dozens of ways, but I bet there is a quick and easy method. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Flip the car on its side, prop it safely and tear into it! Take the spring plate bolts out (forward mounts) 4 each side, then the rear bolts (3 each side), disconnect the handbrake cable, lever shock links, brake hose and you're done! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Tue Aug 2 17:59:18 2011 From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net (lindalnhvt at nhvt.net) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 19:59:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] ignition key/ brake bleeding follow-up Message-ID: I've misplaced the key to the new ignition switch I installed in the Bugeye project. I have a new barrel and key, but don't know how to get the old one out. The manual says something about removing the switch, turning the key to the ON position, depressing the pin, and pull it out. Without the key, I can't do this. For those of you who offered help with bleeding the brakes on my 66 Sprite-The pushrods going into the master cylinder needed to be the longer version. When changed, brakes worked. Thanks in advance for the replies from this amazing list. Dick Byrne in NH From andrewpayne at intrex.net Tue Aug 2 20:25:57 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 02:25:57 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] My MG blog Message-ID: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> I just put up a new blog to host a few pictures of my sad little MG. safety-fast.tumblr.com Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From mgmaven at bellsouth.net Tue Aug 2 21:42:51 2011 From: mgmaven at bellsouth.net (Bob Spruck) Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 23:42:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Axing the axle In-Reply-To: References: <1217422616-1312326185-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1947951963-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <20110803035847.AE40B187660@autox.team.net> Yes, it's not really very difficult. Look at the parts and it becomes rather obvious and simple. However, I would support the body on jack stands and then support the axle on jack stands while your removing all the attachment bolts. Use your jack to lower the axle and slide it out on dollies or the jack itself. Be careful. Be safe. The parts are heavy and unwieldy. Bob At 07:18 PM 8/2/2011, CosmicMag1380 wrote: >On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 7:03 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: >Every manual I have seems to show only removal of 1/4 elliptical, can >someone tell me how to best pull the rear axle and suspension for >floor replacement? I see dozens of ways, but I bet there is a quick >and easy method. >-------------------------------------------------------------------------- >Flip the car on its side, prop it safely and tear into it! Take the >spring plate bolts out (forward mounts) 4 each side, then the rear >bolts (3 each side), disconnect the handbrake cable, lever shock >links, brake hose and you're done! >-- >Kent >1960 Bugeye >1983 Garage full of spridget parts! >2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! >_______________________________________________ From b-evans at earthlink.net Tue Aug 2 22:05:30 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2011 21:05:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Could they make a new Frogeye for me? Message-ID: <029301cc5192$9650e220$c2f2a660$@net> I mean, if they can make an airplane, why not a Frogeye http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/ Buster From kidjoevid at yahoo.com Wed Aug 3 05:26:10 2011 From: kidjoevid at yahoo.com (Joe Lansing) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 04:26:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder Message-ID: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like I don't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master cylinder provides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I think I now have a master out of a 65... Any guidance you can offer? Joe Home of the perpetual Sprite project From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 05:47:16 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 04:47:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] My MG blog In-Reply-To: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: Another owner candidate for Sainthood. ================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Andrew Payne Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 7:26 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] My MG blog I just put up a new blog to host a few pictures of my sad little MG. http://www.safety-fast.tumblr.com Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 07:00:55 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:00:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? In-Reply-To: <-1361738385018959994@unknownmsgid> References: <1311691308.75575.YahooMailNeo@web39410.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <-1361738385018959994@unknownmsgid> Message-ID: David I just read this and I can hardly stop laughing.........you are so funny : ) Lin On Tue, Jul 26, 2011 at 8:01 AM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote: > > He must be up and about as he has posted on facebook recently and it was > > rated G !!!!! ;^) > > Obviously an imposter! > David L From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 07:54:31 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:54:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? Message-ID: List, Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via friends? I am trying to figure out what makes this one worth 20K, nice Judson but aren't they between 1 & 2K add-on? And yes a Rivergate and 5 speed is not cheap but really 20K! Lin http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/110721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 sorry no time for tinyurl ; ) From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 07:30:31 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:30:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] OSh!t On The Farm In-Reply-To: <4E357DA5.8030900@croakingfrog.net> References: <4E2EC7D0.7000806@croakingfrog.net> <4E2EDBC3.8040005@croakingfrog.net> <4E357DA5.8030900@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: OMG Chap, is this your song writing & voice of your little MG? I absolutely love it! Your voice is awesome. Was your song played at the Midget 50th? If not this belongs on Jim Johnson's Midget 50th Facebook page as a background song, or on your OhSh!t On The Farm website. You're my new hero! Lin PS I do hope all the lister's have heard your song ; ) I can't make the OSHIT day if you're having one because of the distance and I am packing for a south west trip to NM , then AZ & CA but maybe another time. OhSh!t On The Farm On Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 9:07 AM, lcjones at croakingfrog.net < lcjones at croakingfrog.net> wrote: > Well, with more rust than I thought I can't cry. So what else to do? > .... write a tune ... :) > > http://www.chapmanjones.com/mp3/MG-Song-2.mp3 > (to the melody of Triangle Triangle by Gordon Lightfoot ... fitting! ) > > You're my little MG and you know how to please > Got a heart just as big as the world > Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile > Keep my big old toes in a curl > > Your skin is so crusty and yer bones might be rusty > But your cute as a button to me > I'll give ya some paint and they'll be no complaints > And you'll shine like a star on the sea > > When your top is dropped you make my hair flop > I always love the cool breeze > You've got so much class I'll give you the gas > And run circles around all those "B's" > > When you hit a straight road and you get up and go > There's nothing can hold you back > And you never lose nerve when you find a good curve > When you're cruising off the old beaten track > > You make my blood rush when we double clutch > And your rev's start winding up tight > When your breathing gets fast it's oh such a blast > I don't know if I can last all night > > No matter the weather we're always together > You're tuned and set for the run > Every gear in your box is sly like a fox > No one should have this much fun > > You're my little british car and you'll take me afar > Away from the troubles of life > You tickle my fancy will you be my fiancee > Cause I'd sure like to make you my wife > > When the day is complete, I'll nod off to sleep > Under the moon and the stars > I'll give my MG a warm little squeeze > And dream of her tight in my arms > > You're my little MG and you know how to please > Got a heart just as big as the world > Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile > Keep my big old toes in a curl > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Wed Aug 3 08:00:16 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 07:00:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: <1311541041.2692.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1311541041.2692.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Mike I love those kind of vacations, I'm weird ; ) Lin On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 1:57 PM, Michael MacLean wrote: > I am intensely jealous of all who could attend this meet. From the > pictures > and movies, I really missed something. The sad irony is I set my vacation > for > this year for the Sturgis run and I will not be able to attend anyway. I > have > to stay home and babysit my body and fender man working on my BN2. He is > trying to drag the end of the job on so he can squeeze just a little more > cash > out of me. I will be visiting his shop EVERY day for three weeks to check > on > the progress so he will have no excuses for exhorting more money out of me. > Besides, I hstill have to pull the motor and trans out of my Bugeye because > of > a huge oil overpressure and bad synchro rings in the Datsun 210 trans. > Something else to fill up my 3 weeks off. Some vacation huh? > Mike MacLean > 60 Sprite > 56 BN2 > 02 Heritage Springer > _______________________________________________ > > 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 montpaul at msn.com Wed Aug 3 08:07:10 2011 From: montpaul at msn.com (PAUL SHERMAN) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 07:07:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: All Bugeyes are worth $20,000, based on the blood, sweat and tears, (not to mention the $$$$) we put into them. > Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:54:31 -0700 > From: grunthaner at gmail.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > List, > Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via > friends? I am trying to figure out what makes this one worth 20K, nice > Judson but aren't they between 1 & 2K add-on? And yes a Rivergate and 5 > speed is not cheap but really 20K! > Lin > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/11 0721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 > > sorry no time for tinyurl ; ) > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/montpaul at msn.com From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 3 08:27:44 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 07:27:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II front emblem that attract bids like this. In reality, the two bids are from a newly registered zero feedback bidder. Hmmm. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Linda Grunthaner To: Spridget list Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 9:54:31 AM Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? List, Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via friends? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/110721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 09:27:49 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 08:27:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Joe, The 7/8 master has more travel at the slave. the ratio is (7/6)**2, 49/36 which is 1.36. Go to Gerard's web site gerardsgarage.com for info on the two m.c.s. and associated push rods. The information is there under how to up grade to disk brakes. Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 4:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like I > don't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master > cylinder provides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of > 7/8"? I think I now have a master out of a 65... > > Any guidance you can offer? > > Joe > Home of the perpetual Sprite project > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 09:35:14 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 08:35:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I particularly like the VIN and the internally facing horn. Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 7:27 AM, Jay wrote: > It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II > front > emblem that attract bids like this. > > In reality, the two bids are from a newly registered zero feedback bidder. > Hmmm. > > jay fishbein > > wallingford, ct > > > > > ________________________________ > From: Linda Grunthaner > To: Spridget list > Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 9:54:31 AM > Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > List, > Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via > friends? > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/110721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 3 10:01:13 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 09:01:13 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1312387273.77024.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I missed that. It's always a big plus dealing with a knowledgeable seller. Think of what this baby would bring if it had some of that Patiner. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Hal Faulkner To: Jay Cc: Spridget list Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 11:35:14 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? I particularly like the VIN and the internally facing horn. Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 7:27 AM, Jay wrote: It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II front >emblem that attract bids like this. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 10:30:36 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 09:30:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> I screen zero feedback bidders out. ======================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 7:28 AM To: Spridget list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II front emblem that attract bids like this. In reality, the two bids are from a newly registered zero feedback bidder. Hmmm. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Linda Grunthaner To: Spridget list Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 9:54:31 AM Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? List, Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via friends? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/1 10721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 10:40:14 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 09:40:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <1312387273.77024.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1312387273.77024.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Yes, Jay, it' it is a great comfort to know that you can drive this baby home and not have to take it to your mechanic immediately.... Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 9:01 AM, Jay wrote: > I missed that. It's always a big plus dealing with a knowledgeable seller. > > Think of what this baby would bring if it had some of that Patiner. > > jay fishbein > > wallingford, ct > > > > > ________________________________ > From: Hal Faulkner > To: Jay > Cc: Spridget list > Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 11:35:14 AM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > I particularly like the VIN and the internally facing horn. > Hal > > > On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 7:27 AM, Jay wrote: > > It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II > front > >emblem that attract bids like this. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 3 11:10:08 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 10:10:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1312387273.77024.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1312391408.14054.YahooMailRC@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I wonder if the meaning of that is that it can wait? jay ________________________________ From: Hal Faulkner To: Jay Cc: Spridget list Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 12:40:14 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? Yes, Jay, it' it is a great comfort to know that you can drive this baby home and not have to take it to your mechanic immediately.... From lmacy at mac.com Wed Aug 3 11:30:53 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:30:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> Message-ID: Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over the starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? do I smell a shill?? Larry On Aug 3, 2011, at 12:30 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > I screen zero feedback bidders out. > > ======================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay > Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 7:28 AM > To: Spridget list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II front > > emblem that attract bids like this. > > In reality, the two bids are from a newly registered zero feedback bidder. > Hmmm. > > jay fishbein > > wallingford, ct > > ________________________________ > From: Linda Grunthaner > To: Spridget list > Sent: Wed, August 3, 2011 9:54:31 AM > Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > List, > Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via > friends? > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/1 > 10721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lmacy at mac.com > -- 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 george.brokaw at cox.net Wed Aug 3 11:49:53 2011 From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 12:49:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is it really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> Message-ID: <100001cc5205$bffffac0$3ffff040$@brokaw@cox.net> Did this car have a reserve? The only way I think this would work is the auction started @ $18,500 with a reserve. The one and only bidder bid $20,000 which did not meet reserve. Then that bidder bid again higher ($500 $2000? $5000?) but eBay only increased the bid to the reserve and then removed the reserve off the listing. IF another bidder had put in a bid, it would have had to been $21,000 to make it $500 over the current bid shown which is the minimum bid. If the original bidder had put in a bid of let's say $22,000 then eBay would have raised the auction to $21,500 with the first bidder as the high bidder with $500 still in the "bank". If this auction did not have a reserve, I don't have any clue why the bids increased from $18,500, the starting point of the auction unless eBay does car auctions different. Paul -----Original Message----- Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over the starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? do I smell a shill?? Larry On Aug 3, 2011, at 12:30 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > I screen zero feedback bidders out. > > ======================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay > Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 7:28 AM > To: Spridget list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > It's little things like the Italian jack, Mr. Gasket pedals, and Mk II front > > emblem that attract bids like this. > > In reality, the two bids are from a newly registered zero feedback bidder. > Hmmm. > > jay fishbein > > wallingford, ct > > ________________________________ > > > List, > Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via > friends? > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/1 > 10721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 3 11:56:19 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:56:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> Message-ID: <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> At 12:30 PM 8/3/2011, Macy Larry wrote: >Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over >the starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? ============ Notice in the one picture of the rear, where it shows the gold arrow (is that original?:), and the luggage rack, that there are some Miata-ish rollover hoops. Maybe he wanted those things for 500 bucks? Peter C From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com Wed Aug 3 12:16:58 2011 From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 11:16:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks for the mention Hal. Joe, you will benefit in both the clutch and brake by going to a 3/4" conversion. Everyone who has made the move to 3/4" has been very satisfied with the improvement in brake feel and clutch performance. I've never encountered any complaints with 3/4" master combined with 7/8" slave, which seem to be the most common combination, but I'n sure many are matched with the 1" also. Which slave are you using? 7/8" or 1"? Do you have the right length pushrod at the slave and are you sure all the air is out of the system? Here is the direct link. http://gerardsgarage.com/Garage/Tech/DbrakeUg.htm Gerard http://gerardsgarage.com/ On Aug 3, 2011, at 11:00 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 08:27:49 -0700 > From: Hal Faulkner > To: Joe Lansing > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder > Message-ID: > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Joe, > The 7/8 master has more travel at the slave. the ratio is > (7/6)**2, 49/36 > which is 1.36. Go to Gerard's web site gerardsgarage.com for info > on the > two m.c.s. and associated push rods. The information is there under > how to > up grade to disk brakes. > Hal From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 3 12:32:20 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 18:32:20 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Tonneau Suppliers? Message-ID: <20110803.123220.6299.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> List- As many of you noticed at Elkhart Lake, my tonneau is less than serviceable (Thanks, by the way, for the 'worst weather equipment' award!), what with the zipper that sits halfway along and open to both sides. Who is the most worthwhile supplier of tonneau covers? I'm tired of running out to put up the hood when it looks like rain, I WANT A TONNEAU! Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27! Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e39947e1ccd43ce13ast02duc From bkitterer at me.com Wed Aug 3 13:05:07 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:05:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> The gold arrow is original. There was a luggage rack of this type available. This just information nothing more. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 3, 2011, at 12:56 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > At 12:30 PM 8/3/2011, Macy Larry wrote: >> Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over the starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? > ============ > Notice in the one picture of the rear, where it shows the gold arrow (is that original?:), and the luggage rack, that there are some Miata-ish rollover hoops. Maybe he wanted those things for 500 bucks? > > Peter C _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From rrengineer.mike at att.net Wed Aug 3 13:10:05 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 12:10:05 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1312398605.71933.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Linda, I'm into the 3rd day of my vacation and all I have accomplished so far is to start cleaning the garage out before I can begin to work in there. There is 23 years worth of crap that has to come out and decide which gets put back in in order or which goes to the dump. Personally I an voting for all of to go to the dump, except the Healey parts. Throw the excessive heat into the equation and you can only work for a few hours before the heat takes everything out of you. Heck, I had even planned to rebuild the Bugeye's suspension with new bushings too! With this heat, I'll be lucky to just get the garage cleared out. Mike --- On Wed, 8/3/11, Linda Grunthaner wrote: From: Linda Grunthaner Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Midget 50th To: "Michael MacLean" Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 2:00 PM Mike I love those kind of vacations, I'm weird ; ) Lin On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 1:57 PM, Michael MacLean wrote: I am intensely jealous of all who could attend this meet. From the pictures and movies, I really missed something. The sad irony is I set my vacation for this year for the Sturgis run and I will not be able to attend anyway. I have to stay home and babysit my body and fender man working on my BN2. He is trying to drag the end of the job on so he can squeeze just a little more cash out of me. I will be visiting his shop EVERY day for three weeks to check on the progress so he will have no excuses for exhorting more money out of me. Besides, I hstill have to pull the motor and trans out of my Bugeye because of a huge oil overpressure and bad synchro rings in the Datsun 210 trans. Something else to fill up my 3 weeks off. Some vacation huh? Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer 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 trevor.jessie at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 13:10:50 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:10:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Tonneau Suppliers? In-Reply-To: <20110803.123220.6299.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> References: <20110803.123220.6299.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: The Bugeye ones are so simplistic, I think I'd have an upholstery shop make one using your old as a pattern. I think I paid about $200 for mine from Don Trimmings, but that has been several years ago. -Trevor On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 2:32 PM, Mark Haynes wrote: > List- > As many of you noticed at Elkhart Lake, my tonneau is less than serviceable > (Thanks, by the way, for the 'worst weather equipment' award!), what with > the > zipper that sits halfway along and open to both sides. Who is the most > worthwhile supplier of tonneau covers? I'm tired of running out to put up > the > hood when it looks like rain, I WANT A TONNEAU! > > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 > > ____________________________________________________________ > 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27! > Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! > http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e39947e1ccd43ce13ast02duc > _______________________________________________ > > 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/trevor.jessie at gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 3 13:22:49 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 19:22:49 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: <1312398605.71933.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1696109476.715023.1312399369082.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> For the last 10 days and for the next 10 (at least), daytime highs around 95-100*F with zero cloud. No AC in my garage.. no working on the car uinless it's late in the evening or around 6 am. Cooling off to 68-70*F at 2-4 am. Ergo - no work being done on my car(s)!! :^( -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Michael MacLean" wrote: > With this heat, I'll be lucky to just get > the garage cleared out. From bmwwxman at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 13:47:40 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 14:47:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: <1696109476.715023.1312399369082.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1312398605.71933.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1696109476.715023.1312399369082.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: 39 of the past 45 days above 100 here with only .28 inches of rain. 8 record high temperatures (110F) fell during this period. Just paid a $140 water bill trying to keep my grass, flowers and trees alive. The car is still on its side in the oven....errr garage. Haven't done anything but look at it through sweat streaming eyes in 2 months. Overnight lows have been 70 to 75 at 6am each day. Crap!!!! Jim On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 2:22 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > For the last 10 days and for the next 10 (at least), daytime highs around > 95-100*F with zero cloud. No AC in my garage.. no working on the car uinless > it's late in the evening or around 6 am. Cooling off to 68-70*F at 2-4 am. > > Ergo - no work being done on my car(s)!! :^( > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Michael MacLean" wrote: > > > With this heat, I'll be lucky to just get > > the garage cleared out. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Wed Aug 3 13:54:02 2011 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 19:54:02 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Tonneau Suppliers? In-Reply-To: <20110803.123220.6299.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <11482184.92785.1312401242710.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> I just bought one from Prestige auto tops for my '74.B While I am satisfied with the material the tonneau is about an inch shorter than my original.B So I took it to an upholsterer and he w ill B add aB 1" piece of matching vinyl for the Lift the dot on the center post.B Not a huge deal but I am a little disappointed .B I paid $577 with shipping for the tonneau and a top. RyanB ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mark Haynes" To: spridgets @ autox .team.net Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2011 2:32:20 PM Subject: [ Spridgets ] Tonneau Suppliers? List- As many of you noticed at Elkhart Lake, my tonneau is less than serviceable (Thanks, by the way, for the 'worst weather equipment' award!), what with the zipper that sits halfway along and open to both sides. Who is the most worthwhile supplier of tonneau covers? I'm tired of running out to put up the hood when it looks like rain, I WANT A TONNEAU ! Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27! Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http :// thirdpartyoffers . netzero .net/TGL3231/4e39947e1ccd43ce13ast02duc _______________________________________________ Donate: http :// www .team.net/donate. html Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http :// www .team.net/archive Forums: http :// www .team.net/forums Unsubscribe /Manage: http :// autox .team.net/mailman/options/ spridgets / ryan . kubanoff @comcast.net From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Wed Aug 3 14:01:20 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:01:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> You have two things to consider with hydraulics: 1. The volume of fluid that must be moved and 2. The pressure needed. So... larger cylinder means more fluid (per travel inch) but less pressure (Your foot pressure over larger surface area = less pressure) smaller cylinder means less fluid but more pressure The fluid moved needs to be the distance the clutch slave cylinder needs to move by it's bore. This volume changes depending on which size cylinder you have. So, in general, a smaller cylinder will give you more travel and require less effort and a large cylinder will give you less travel and more effort. Lester .. see, I gave you all sorts of info that wasn't helpful! ;-) On Aug 3, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like I don't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master cylinder provides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I think I now have a master out of a 65... > > Any guidance you can offer? > > Joe > Home of the perpetual Sprite project > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Wed Aug 3 14:20:48 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:20:48 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: References: <1312398605.71933.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><1696109476.715023.1312399369082.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <8AB9E1F913AB4D74A6DC21D9DFE46E88@HomePC> Can you imagine how bad it would be if global warming was a reality? Sorry, Jim, you know I just had to do that! LAD -----Original Message----- From: Jim Johnson Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 2:47 PM Cc: spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Midget 50th 39 of the past 45 days above 100 here with only .28 inches of rain. 8 record high temperatures (110F) fell during this period. Just paid a $140 water bill trying to keep my grass, flowers and trees alive. The car is still on its side in the oven....errr garage. Haven't done anything but look at it through sweat streaming eyes in 2 months. Overnight lows have been 70 to 75 at 6am each day. Crap!!!! Jim On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 2:22 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > For the last 10 days and for the next 10 (at least), daytime highs around > 95-100*F with zero cloud. No AC in my garage.. no working on the car > uinless > it's late in the evening or around 6 am. Cooling off to 68-70*F at 2-4 am. > > Ergo - no work being done on my car(s)!! :^( > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Michael MacLean" wrote: > > > With this heat, I'll be lucky to just get > > the garage cleared out. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 14:33:25 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 16:33:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50th In-Reply-To: References: <1312398605.71933.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <1696109476.715023.1312399369082.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Wow sounds like I'm not the only Spridgeteer with this same problem. I can hardly wait for fall-like cool weather : ) I have been trying to lay out or box up small projects on my Sprite along with my notes of instruction so I can do things a little bit at a time. I'll be off to the southwest and then off to California for vacation looking forward to cooler weather when I return. Start your notes and parts labeled in bags and boxes boys & girls and wait for the cooler weather : ) Lin On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 3:47 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > 39 of the past 45 days above 100 here with only .28 inches of rain. 8 > record > high temperatures (110F) fell during this period. Just paid a $140 water > bill trying to keep my grass, flowers and trees alive. The car is still on > its side in the oven....errr garage. Haven't done anything but look at > it > through sweat streaming eyes in 2 months. Overnight lows have been 70 to 75 > at 6am each day. > > Crap!!!! > Jim > > On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 2:22 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > > For the last 10 days and for the next 10 (at least), daytime highs around > > 95-100*F with zero cloud. No AC in my garage.. no working on the car > uinless > > it's late in the evening or around 6 am. Cooling off to 68-70*F at 2-4 > am. > > > > Ergo - no work being done on my car(s)!! :^( > > > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- "Michael MacLean" wrote: > > > > > With this heat, I'll be lucky to just get > > > the garage cleared out. > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > > > > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From miniac7 at aol.com Wed Aug 3 14:35:21 2011 From: miniac7 at aol.com (miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:35:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> Message-ID: <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> I'm just totally confused by this...in one place you say.... larger cylinder = more fluid with less pressure, and in the other place you say: larger cylinder = less travel with more effort You also state: smaller cylinder = less fluid with more pressure, and in the other place you say: smaller cylinder = more travel with less effort Please dumb this down even more for me so I can comprehend. Thanks, Howard -----Original Message----- From: Lester To: Joe Lansing ; Spridgets Group Sent: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 4:01 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder You have two things to consider with hydraulics: 1. The volume of fluid that must be moved and 2. The pressure needed. So... larger cylinder means more fluid (per travel inch) but less pressure (Your oot pressure over larger surface area = less pressure) smaller cylinder means less fluid but more pressure The fluid moved needs to be the distance the clutch slave cylinder needs to ove by it's bore. This volume changes depending on which size cylinder you ave. So, in general, a smaller cylinder will give you more travel and require less ffort and a large cylinder will give you less travel and more effort. Lester .. see, I gave you all sorts of info that wasn't helpful! ;-) n Aug 3, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like I on't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master cylinder rovides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I think now have a master out of a 65... Any guidance you can offer? Joe Home of the perpetual Sprite project _______________________________________________ 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: ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net uggested annual donation $12.75 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 14:48:49 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 13:48:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com><8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Bernoulli had the same problem. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernoulli%27s_principle ==================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of miniac7 at aol.com Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 1:35 PM To: oldsaabguy at comcast.net; kidjoevid at yahoo.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder I'm just totally confused by this...in one place you say.... larger cylinder = more fluid with less pressure, and in the other place you say: larger cylinder = less travel with more effort You also state: smaller cylinder = less fluid with more pressure, and in the other place you say: smaller cylinder = more travel with less effort Please dumb this down even more for me so I can comprehend. Thanks, Howard -----Original Message----- From: Lester To: Joe Lansing ; Spridgets Group Sent: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 4:01 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder You have two things to consider with hydraulics: 1. The volume of fluid that must be moved and 2. The pressure needed. So... larger cylinder means more fluid (per travel inch) but less pressure (Your oot pressure over larger surface area = less pressure) smaller cylinder means less fluid but more pressure The fluid moved needs to be the distance the clutch slave cylinder needs to ove by it's bore. This volume changes depending on which size cylinder you ave. So, in general, a smaller cylinder will give you more travel and require less ffort and a large cylinder will give you less travel and more effort. Lester .. see, I gave you all sorts of info that wasn't helpful! ;-) n Aug 3, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like I on't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master cylinder rovides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I think now have a master out of a 65... Any guidance you can offer? Joe Home of the perpetual Sprite project _______________________________________________ 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: ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net uggested annual donation $12.75 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 14:53:26 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 16:53:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Ebay UK Spot On Speeding MG Midget Mk II No 281 Message-ID: List, I got this link from Jon of the 410EA0 Sprinzel Sebring Sprite. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spot-Speeding-MG-Midget-Mk-II-No-281-/200636692784?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item2eb6e0f930 I think it is a bit over my allowance ; ) but awesome. Lin From miniac7 at aol.com Wed Aug 3 14:55:10 2011 From: miniac7 at aol.com (miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:55:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com><8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net><8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <8CE2036C454B5B5-1408-DEB5@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> In no way should it be misconstrued that I do not disagree...thank you. -----Original Message----- From: corvallis at peoplepc.com To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 4:48 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder Bernoulli had the same problem. ttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernoulli%27s_principle ==================================== ----Original Message----- rom: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of miniac7 at aol.com ent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 1:35 PM o: oldsaabguy at comcast.net; kidjoevid at yahoo.com; spridgets at autox.team.net ubject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder I'm just totally confused by this...in one place you say.... larger cylinder = more fluid with less pressure, and in the other place you ay: arger cylinder = less travel with more effort You also state: smaller cylinder = less fluid with more pressure, and in the other place you ay: maller cylinder = more travel with less effort Please dumb this down even more for me so I can comprehend. Thanks, oward ----Original Message----- rom: Lester o: Joe Lansing ; Spridgets Group spridgets at autox.team.net> ent: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 4:01 pm ubject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder ou have two things to consider with hydraulics: . The volume of fluid that must be moved and . The pressure needed. o... arger cylinder means more fluid (per travel inch) but less pressure (Your ot pressure over larger surface area = less pressure) maller cylinder means less fluid but more pressure he fluid moved needs to be the distance the clutch slave cylinder needs to ve by it's bore. This volume changes depending on which size cylinder you ve. o, in general, a smaller cylinder will give you more travel and require ess fort and a large cylinder will give you less travel and more effort. ester . see, I gave you all sorts of info that wasn't helpful! ;-) Aug 3, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like n't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master cylinder ovides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I hink now have a master out of a 65... Any guidance you can offer? Joe Home of the perpetual Sprite project Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: tp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net ggested annual donation $12.75 chive: http://www.team.net/archive rums: http://www.team.net/forums subscribe/Manage: ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com uggested annual donation $12.75 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com uggested annual donation $12.75 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:01:40 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:01:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] My MG blog In-Reply-To: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: Andrew I like your wooden supports for structural stability during metalwork : ) Got Notes! Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 10:25 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: > I just put up a new blog to host a few pictures of my sad little MG. > > safety-fast.tumblr.com > > Drew > Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Wed Aug 3 15:02:50 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:02:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Typical MGB owner? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: OMG shocking! Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 7:04 PM, Trevor Jessie wrote: > anyone we know? > http://whitetrashrepairs.com/white-trash/redneck-tow-truck-2/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:04:21 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:04:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Nardi Steering Wheel Hubs In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: No Shame No Gain ; ) Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 5:48 PM, David Riker wrote: > This is a shameless plug for a couple of items I have on eBay. I have two > Nardi steering wheel hubs. These have been out of production for about 15 > years and are no longer available. One hub is for 69-70 MG Midget & MG, > and > the other is for 71-76 Midget/MG. If a list member wants one before any > bids > are placed, I will end the auction and will ship for free (US only). The > 14b wheel is for sale also in itb s own auction: > > http://tinyurl.com/3tosrv7 > > http://tinyurl.com/3g9yg62 > > http://tinyurl.com/3h47hw5 > > Thanks for putting up with my temporary blatant commercialism. Now back to > our regularly scheduled stuff... > Dave Riker > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Wed Aug 3 15:09:10 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:09:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: List, I'm thinking of the same but once I saw the original line somehow tucked in a spot under the car I can't figure out how it clops on. I'm going to wait till I can get my Sprite on a real lift to investigate. Jess keep me posted to your sucess (possibly before & after shots) Frank used soft copper refrigerator line, list correct me if I'm wrong. Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing all > new lines. > ______________________________**_________________ > > 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@**gmail.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:09:40 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 14:09:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: The confusion here stems from the fact that we are not being precise: we have two cylinders and therefore need to be careful which end we are talking about. At the MASTER, a larger master moves more fluid with the same travel, but needs more force to produce the same hydraulic pressure. At the SLAVE, a larger cylinder (slave) needs more fluid to travel the same distance, but will do so with less hydraulic pressure. Since Joe is experiencing insufficient travel at the slave, he needs a longer push rod to take up the excess slack. If this doesn't prove sufficient he could use a smaller SLAVE to get more travel. OR he could use a larger MASTER to move more fluid and get the same effect. Joe apparently replaced his slave cylinder with one from Rivergate, if the new SLAVE is larger it will move less. If the MASTER is smaller (*e.g*., 3/4 instead of 7/8) it will mot move the slave cylinder as far. He could possibly solve the situation with a longer pushrod at the slave. Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 1:35 PM, wrote: > I'm just totally confused by this...in one place you say.... > > larger cylinder = more fluid with less pressure, and in the other place > you > say: > larger cylinder = less travel with more effort > > You also state: > > smaller cylinder = less fluid with more pressure, and in the other place > you > say: > smaller cylinder = more travel with less effort > > Please dumb this down even more for me so I can comprehend. > > Thanks, > Howard > > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Lester > To: Joe Lansing ; Spridgets Group > > Sent: Wed, Aug 3, 2011 4:01 pm > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder > > > You have two things to consider with hydraulics: > 1. The volume of fluid that must be moved and > 2. The pressure needed. > So... > larger cylinder means more fluid (per travel inch) but less pressure (Your > oot pressure over larger surface area = less pressure) > smaller cylinder means less fluid but more pressure > The fluid moved needs to be the distance the clutch slave cylinder needs to > ove by it's bore. This volume changes depending on which size cylinder you > ave. > So, in general, a smaller cylinder will give you more travel and require > less > ffort and a large cylinder will give you less travel and more effort. > Lester > .. see, I gave you all sorts of info that wasn't helpful! ;-) > > > n Aug 3, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > > I can't get my Rivergate clutch slave set correctly. It really seems like > I > on't have enough throw. So my simple mind is asking - "Which master > cylinder > rovides more throw? A 3/4" or a 7/8?" Did my '62 have a 3/4" of 7/8"? I > think > now have a master out of a 65... > > Any guidance you can offer? > > Joe > Home of the perpetual Sprite project > _______________________________________________ > > 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: > ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net > uggested annual donation $12.75 > rchive: http://www.team.net/archive > orums: http://www.team.net/forums > nsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:14:52 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 14:14:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> Message-ID: Bob, NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know that the original arrows were chrold....................... Hal On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 12:05 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > The gold arrow is original. There was a luggage rack of this type > available. > > This just information nothing more. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 3, 2011, at 12:56 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > > > At 12:30 PM 8/3/2011, Macy Larry wrote: > >> Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over the > starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? > > ============ > > Notice in the one picture of the rear, where it shows the gold arrow (is > that original?:), and the luggage rack, that there are some Miata-ish > rollover hoops. Maybe he wanted those things for 500 bucks? > > > > Peter C _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Wed Aug 3 15:41:26 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (Jeff Kelly) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 16:41:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Tranny front cover-thanks Message-ID: What a group!!! Great response to my call for a transmission front cover. I now have one on the way. Thanks to all who responded!!!! Jeff Kelly From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:49:33 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:49:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Makes a Spridget look big In-Reply-To: <33906F04DDEB48C59E424A29BCFF40EA@HomePC> References: <33906F04DDEB48C59E424A29BCFF40EA@HomePC> Message-ID: OMG Larry it is so cute, looks a lot like a kitten to me ; ) I just sent Bruce Weiner of the Microcar Museum, in Georgia a message I hope he buys it so we all can see it at his museum next year(closed for renovations). http://microcarmuseum.com/ My personal favorite of Bruce's video collection is the Peel Trident Factory movie: http://microcarmuseum.com/video/index.html Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 10:00 AM, Larry Daniels wrote: > > http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2011/08/02/hemmings-find-of-the-day-1959-f > risky-sport/?refer=news > > So ugly, itb s cute. Look at the difference in front/rear track width. > Must > be one evil handling devil. > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Wed Aug 3 15:50:44 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:50:44 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> Message-ID: Hahahaha here we go again ; ) Lin On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 5:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > Bob, > NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know > that the original arrows were chrold....................... > Hal > > On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 12:05 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > > > The gold arrow is original. There was a luggage rack of this type > > available. > > > > This just information nothing more. > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > On Aug 3, 2011, at 12:56 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > > > > > At 12:30 PM 8/3/2011, Macy Larry wrote: > > >> Ok, Now why would one start a bid, as the first bid at $1,500 over the > > starting price and then with no other bids, add another $500?? > > > ============ > > > Notice in the one picture of the rear, where it shows the gold arrow > (is > > that original?:), and the luggage rack, that there are some Miata-ish > > rollover hoops. Maybe he wanted those things for 500 bucks? > > > > > > Peter C _______________________________________________ > > > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 15:52:38 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 14:52:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <3EAB10470AAF4810A292F0377B820C0C@spider> There are little cotter-pin-like clips that hold onto the line and have their other end poking thru a shallow channel there. ======================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Grunthaner Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 2:09 PM To: Jess Power Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel line List, I'm thinking of the same but once I saw the original line somehow tucked in a spot under the car I can't figure out how it clops on. I'm going to wait till I can get my Sprite on a real lift to investigate. Jess keep me posted to your success (possibly before & after shots) Frank used soft copper refrigerator line, list correct me if I'm wrong. Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing all > new lines. > ______________________________**_________________ > > 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@**gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 15:55:41 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:55:41 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Glass Half full etc In-Reply-To: References: <08307DF0F6D643539F55652E61EAF665@OfficePC> <12F6F34C-ACC5-4DE7-B570-2E0529B8ED3C@me.com> Message-ID: I just read this as I am trying to get caught up with Spridget List mail (my personal favorite mail). David you crack me up! Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 2:31 PM, David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> wrote: > >> It isn't that the glass is half full (or empty for that matter.) > >> > >> The engineer, and we all have a little engineering in us, says that the > >> glass is too big! > > As British car owners, we all KNOW that the glass must be leaking. > David L > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 16:04:53 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 18:04:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher In-Reply-To: References: <1561936556.778007.1312245466052.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <20110801205519.CG91A.1404209.imail@fed1rmwml46> Message-ID: You guys and gals are causing me to literally laugh out loud causing my cats to think I'm talking to them ; ) Jim your post was the real kicker as the timing was just right. Now I have to feed the cats again or else they will think I'm strange ; ) Lin On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 9:04 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > On the other hand, I have a friend who "fixed" is ignition switch. The > resulting fire destroyed the car. > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 7:55 PM, wrote: > > > Fixed the headlight relay on my Saab about 2 years ago an saved myself > > about $60 bucks. So far so good! > > > > John > > > > > > ---- kgb at frontiernet.net wrote: > > > About five years ago, I spent an hour rebuilding a neutral safety > switch > > for my Cherokee rather than pay $700 for $.25 worth of plastic and copper > > wire. It lasted about a month & 1/2, and I went ahead and bypassed it. > > > > > > Kate > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > From: "CosmicMag1380" > > > To: "Rick Fisk" > > > Cc: "Spridgets" > > > Sent: Monday, August 1, 2011 4:03:51 PM > > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] turn signal flasher > > > > > > On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM, Rick Fisk > wrote: > > > rather than spend $2.19 for a new one at the hardware store. > > > ------------------------------------------------- > > > Years ago after my dad retired, I stopped to visit with him one day. > > > He was working on a ($2 replacement) part for his Metropolitan. I > > > asked him why he didn't just buy a new part. He looked at me and with > > > a dead serious poker face said, "Then I wouldn't have anything to do > > > today!". > > > > > > Nuff said... > > > > > > -- > > > Kent > > > 1960 Bugeye > > > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > > > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > > > 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 > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > > > 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/hardy.john at cox.net > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > > > > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 16:07:09 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 18:07:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: <3EAB10470AAF4810A292F0377B820C0C@spider> References: <3EAB10470AAF4810A292F0377B820C0C@spider> Message-ID: Really, cool another Spridget secret I didn't know...yet, I'll crawl under and take a look after the rain stops. Are the clips hard to find as I'm sure I'll brake them while poking around and being curious ; ) Lin On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 5:52 PM, wrote: > There are little cotter-pin-like clips that hold onto the line and have > their other end poking thru a shallow channel there. > ======================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Grunthaner > Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 2:09 PM > To: Jess Power > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel line > > List, > I'm thinking of the same but once I saw the original line somehow tucked in > a spot under the car I can't figure out how it clops on. I'm going to wait > till I can get my Sprite on a real lift to investigate. > > Jess keep me posted to your success (possibly before & after shots) Frank > used soft copper refrigerator line, list correct me if I'm wrong. > Lin > > On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Jess Power wrote: > > > Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing > all > > new lines. > > ______________________________**_________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html< > 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@**gmail.com< > http://autox.team.net/mailman/optio > ns/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com> > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 16:55:53 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 18:55:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Reluctantly Offered In-Reply-To: <1569912139.748818.1312048366898.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> References: <795993175.748814.1312048331997.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <1569912139.748818.1312048366898.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Kate I just read this sorry to hear about your neck & ribs, I hope you find a good home for Madge Midget, keep us posted. Get healthy, Linda On Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 1:52 PM, wrote: > In addition to a broken neck, I now also have five freshly separated ribs. > I don't foresee myself driving Madge at any time in the reasonable future, > and she is just too nice to allow to sit and deteriorate. I will not be able > to put my Comanche back together without more money than I presently have > access to, so Madge Midget is looking for a home where she will be loved and > appreciated as much as she has been with me. > > She is a 1972 RWA with a fresh 1275 and ribcase. The engine has about 4000 > miles and the gearbox about 1000. No oil leaks anywhere. She has never been > wrecked, but had a car roll into a front fender. It was replaced with a good > one off my parts car, and the difference in paint color is barely noticeable > if the light is right. > > She has rebuilt and freshly covered Bugeye seats, roll bar, 1962 chrome > grille, and the early two piece tail lights. A new black top, still in the > package, comes with her, as does a hood cover and slightly munched tonneau > cover. Any extra parts I have lurking about will also be included. > > Pictures, pre tail light, are available on Just Ed's site. I am not able to > take more at the present time. She is a solid, very driveable car that also > looks good, despite a few rick chips. > > Make me a decent offer and she's yours to drive home. I would drive this > car to the east coast and back without hesitation. > > Kate > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 16:59:57 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:59:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: References: <3EAB10470AAF4810A292F0377B820C0C@spider> Message-ID: If they're there, you'll see them. I don't think you'll brake them. No poking, just look along the two channels running underneath the body, front to back in the middle. .bill in corvallis _____ From: Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 3:07 PM To: corvallis at peoplepc.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel line Really, cool another Spridget secret I didn't know...yet, I'll crawl under and take a look after the rain stops. Are the clips hard to find as I'm sure I'll brake them while poking around and being curious ; ) Lin On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 5:52 PM, wrote: There are little cotter-pin-like clips that hold onto the line and have their other end poking thru a shallow channel there. ======================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Grunthaner Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 2:09 PM To: Jess Power Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel line List, I'm thinking of the same but once I saw the original line somehow tucked in a spot under the car I can't figure out how it clops on. I'm going to wait till I can get my Sprite on a real lift to investigate. Jess keep me posted to your success (possibly before & after shots) Frank used soft copper refrigerator line, list correct me if I'm wrong. Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing all > new lines. > ______________________________**_________________ > > 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@**gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net Wed Aug 3 17:38:27 2011 From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox) Date: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:38:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E39DBF3.3080007@sbcglobal.net> He sent me an email the other day, so I know he is still around and watching this message board. Maybe he's just become shy? On 8/3/2011 9:27 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:00:55 -0700 > From: Linda Grunthaner > To: David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> > Cc: Spridget list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? > Message-ID: > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > David I just read this and I can hardly stop laughing.........you are so > funny : ) > Lin > > On Tue, Jul 26, 2011 at 8:01 AM, David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> wrote: > >>> > > He must be up and about as he has posted on facebook recently and it was >>> > > rated G !!!!! ;^) >> > >> > Obviously an imposter! >> > David L > > -------------------------- From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Aug 3 17:52:14 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 19:52:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: It sold - so I guess it was worth $20k..Right? If it was some kind of shill bid then it will show up on ebay again. But you have to ask yourself.. If you started off with a $2500 dollar Bugeye basket case and you installed a Judson, and brought it up to that car's level - What would that cost you in parts and labor (and time)? Having been there and done that - I'd say that $20K is not enough. It's the time/labor part that people tend to wash under the rug. Now imagine you are up in the years and maybe you used to own a Bugeye in your youth...and now you would like to re-live that. In this case the resurrection time for a basket case is not an option. $20K turn key is the option...and perhaps it's a bargain. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets- List, Is this Ebay Bugeye really worth 20K or is the bidding just inflated via friends? I am trying to figure out what makes this one worth 20K, nice Judson but aren't they between 1 & 2K add-on? And yes a Rivergate and 5 speed is not cheap but really 20K! Lin http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUSTIN-HEALEY-SPRITE-SUPERCHARGED-RESTORED-/1 10721480321?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item19c783b681 From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 18:01:33 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:01:33 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? In-Reply-To: <4E39DBF3.3080007@sbcglobal.net> References: <4E39DBF3.3080007@sbcglobal.net> Message-ID: <7677A4B517AC43A2B3C6A30066242B3F@spider> He may be avoiding a pending Sainthood. ================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Lee Fox Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 4:38 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? He sent me an email the other day, so I know he is still around and watching this message board. Maybe he's just become shy? ================================================= On 8/3/2011 9:27 AM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 06:00:55 -0700 > From: Linda Grunthaner > To: David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> > Cc: Spridget list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? > Message-ID: > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > David I just read this and I can hardly stop laughing.........you are so > funny : ) > Lin > > On Tue, Jul 26, 2011 at 8:01 AM, David Lieb<72spridget at gmail.com> wrote: > >>> > > He must be up and about as he has posted on facebook recently and it was >>> > > rated G !!!!! ;^) >> > >> > Obviously an imposter! >> > David L > > -------------------------- Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From b-evans at earthlink.net Wed Aug 3 18:46:30 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:46:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Longbridge working again Message-ID: <02ff01cc523f$f3ea2f10$dbbe8d30$@net> Well, at least 370 MG employees are. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/carreviews/8674969/MG6-review.html From healeyrick at yahoo.com Wed Aug 3 20:01:36 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 19:01:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? In-Reply-To: <7677A4B517AC43A2B3C6A30066242B3F@spider> Message-ID: <1312423296.12115.YahooMailClassic@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> "Where is Ed is he OK ?????????" This is obviously a two-parter: "Where is Ed?" Early on Lord Voldemort was disembodied. He was everywhere, he was nowhere. Sure, by evil deeds he regained his corporeal presence, but who's to say he hasn't regressed? "Is he OK????" In a word...no. But when was he ever? Anyway, I've had a couple of emails from him, he's ok, but not great. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 3 20:10:13 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 19:10:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? In-Reply-To: <1312423296.12115.YahooMailClassic@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <7677A4B517AC43A2B3C6A30066242B3F@spider> <1312423296.12115.YahooMailClassic@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <83DB678963D241EE82F981BBB5F26246@spider> Oooh, not THE Lord Voldemort.? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lord_Voldemort _____ From: HealeyRick [mailto:healeyrick at yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 7:02 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; corvallis at peoplepc.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Where is Ed is he OK ????????? "Where is Ed is he OK ?????????" This is obviously a two-parter: "Where is Ed?" Early on Lord Voldemort was disembodied. He was everywhere, he was nowhere. Sure, by evil deeds he regained his corporeal presence, but who's to say he hasn't regressed? "Is he OK????" In a word...no. But when was he ever? Anyway, I've had a couple of emails from him, he's ok, but not great. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From aseippel at austin.rr.com Wed Aug 3 21:35:52 2011 From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 22:35:52 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <02a501cc5257$9c8fe490$d5afadb0$@rr.com> The original hydraulic clutch system on the Spridgets is self adjusting. The slave cylinder piston retracted just enough to keep the release bearing in the immediate proximity of the pressure plate. This worked because of a lack of a return spring on the release bearing arm. The pressure plate pushed the slave cylinder piston back. Since the Datsun release bearing arm assembly incorporates a return spring, the slave cylinder piston is always fully retracted at rest. Depressing the master cylinder moves the slave cylinder from a fully retracted position. That means that the piston in the slave cylinder must move some amount before the release bearing contacts the pressure plate. This lost motion is likely why the clutch will not release. IMHO, the answer is to use an adjustable rod on the slave cylinder and adjust it to where you have about 1/8 to 1/4 inch of free play between the release bearing and the pressure plate with the system at rest. I don't believe this is an issue with cylinder diameter. Rather, it is a clutch adjustment problem. If you don't have and adjustable slave cylinder rod, I believe that Gerard has them available. Jim -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Hal Faulkner Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 4:10 PM To: miniac7 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master cylinder The confusion here stems from the fact that we are not being precise: we have two cylinders and therefore need to be careful which end we are talking about. At the MASTER, a larger master moves more fluid with the same travel, but needs more force to produce the same hydraulic pressure. At the SLAVE, a larger cylinder (slave) needs more fluid to travel the same distance, but will do so with less hydraulic pressure. Since Joe is experiencing insufficient travel at the slave, he needs a longer push rod to take up the excess slack. If this doesn't prove sufficient he could use a smaller SLAVE to get more travel. OR he could use a larger MASTER to move more fluid and get the same effect. Joe apparently replaced his slave cylinder with one from Rivergate, if the new SLAVE is larger it will move less. If the MASTER is smaller (*e.g*., 3/4 instead of 7/8) it will mot move the slave cylinder as far. He could possibly solve the situation with a longer pushrod at the slave. Hal From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 21:39:37 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 22:39:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Master cylinder In-Reply-To: <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> References: <1312370770.6612.YahooMailNeo@web33204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8BAFD752-796D-4DE0-AF06-BCDB6B54FD0A@comcast.net> <8CE20340019D28E-1408-D769@Webmail-d108.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: I suspect you're interpreting "pressure" and "effort" as the same things, instead of as references to the hydraulic pressure within the line and the physical effort required to depress the pedal. On Wed, Aug 3, 2011 at 3:35 PM, wrote: > I'm just totally confused by this...in one place you say.... > > larger cylinder = more fluid with less pressure, and in the other place you > say: > larger cylinder = less travel with more effort From kmappley at gmail.com Wed Aug 3 21:49:31 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 22:49:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Just suppose?? Message-ID: Just suppose I have a cam laying on the table in front of me. Is there anyway to tell what its performance characteristics will be without setting up V blocks, dial indicator, and degree wheel??? Kurt. From andrewpayne at intrex.net Wed Aug 3 22:50:34 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 04:50:34 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] My MG blog In-Reply-To: References: <1068761946-1312338358-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-657428920-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <813886580-1312433435-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-273705745-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Lin, Thanks for looking! As for notes, let's make sure my car survives the rebuild. Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -----Original Message----- From: Linda Grunthaner Date: Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:01:40 To: Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] My MG blog Andrew I like your wooden supports for structural stability during metalwork : ) Got Notes! Lin On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 10:25 PM, Andrew Payne wrote: > I just put up a new blog to host a few pictures of my sad little MG. > > safety-fast.tumblr.com > > Drew > Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry > _______________________________________________ > > 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 an5.sprite at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 05:45:33 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 11:45:33 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Just suppose?? Message-ID: Sure, just build an engine, place it in the appropriate spot and take said lump and connect to a dyno. If you figure out how to do it let me know, I have a small collection sitting in parts boxes that I acquired over the years!!! Good luck!! Steve ------Original Message------ From: Kurt Appley Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Just suppose?? Sent: Aug 3, 2011 11:49 PM Just suppose I have a cam laying on the table in front of me. Is there anyway to tell what its performance characteristics will be without setting up V blocks, dial indicator, and degree wheel??? Kurt. 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 07:43:57 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 09:43:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] OSh!t On The Farm In-Reply-To: <4E357DA5.8030900@croakingfrog.net> References: <4E2EC7D0.7000806@croakingfrog.net> <4E2EDBC3.8040005@croakingfrog.net> <4E357DA5.8030900@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: Spridgeteers, I haven't heard any more on this song that Capman Jones wrote and sang, I love it and Chapman said we can spread it around, what an amazing voice. I don't know how to get it on my SpriteSpot page but I'll ask Dan at http://www.spritespot.com, being that is where some of my stuff is. Dan what do you think? I would also like to put it on my iPod when I return as it will be good music for working on my Spridget ; ) Chap I'm surprized your not making albums with a voice like that maybe you should go on one of those TV shows (I don't know the names of them) and hit it big! Loads of luck with your LBC Chap. Let me know when you are playing at local taverns and we'll try and make it a trip. Lin On Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 12:07 PM, lcjones at croakingfrog.net < lcjones at croakingfrog.net> wrote: > Well, with more rust than I thought I can't cry. So what else to do? > .... write a tune ... :) > > http://www.chapmanjones.com/mp3/MG-Song-2.mp3 > (to the melody of Triangle Triangle by Gordon Lightfoot ... fitting! ) > > You're my little MG and you know how to please > Got a heart just as big as the world > Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile > Keep my big old toes in a curl > > Your skin is so crusty and yer bones might be rusty > But your cute as a button to me > I'll give ya some paint and they'll be no complaints > And you'll shine like a star on the sea > > When your top is dropped you make my hair flop > I always love the cool breeze > You've got so much class I'll give you the gas > And run circles around all those "B's" > > When you hit a straight road and you get up and go > There's nothing can hold you back > And you never lose nerve when you find a good curve > When you're cruising off the old beaten track > > You make my blood rush when we double clutch > And your rev's start winding up tight > When your breathing gets fast it's oh such a blast > I don't know if I can last all night > > No matter the weather we're always together > You're tuned and set for the run > Every gear in your box is sly like a fox > No one should have this much fun > > You're my little british car and you'll take me afar > Away from the troubles of life > You tickle my fancy will you be my fiancee > Cause I'd sure like to make you my wife > > When the day is complete, I'll nod off to sleep > Under the moon and the stars > I'll give my MG a warm little squeeze > And dream of her tight in my arms > > You're my little MG and you know how to please > Got a heart just as big as the world > Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile > Keep my big old toes in a curl > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Thu Aug 4 08:28:59 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:28:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] OSh!t On The Farm In-Reply-To: References: <4E2EC7D0.7000806@croakingfrog.net> <4E2EDBC3.8040005@croakingfrog.net> <4E357DA5.8030900@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: OMG Chapman is a "Singer" I'm buying his albums even if I don't do country ; ) http://www.chapmanjones.com/ Lin On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:43 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Spridgeteers, > I haven't heard any more on this song that Capman Jones wrote and sang, I > love it and Chapman said we can spread it around, what an amazing voice. I > don't know how to get it on my SpriteSpot page but I'll ask Dan at > http://www.spritespot.com, being that is where some of my stuff is. Dan > what do you think? > > I would also like to put it on my iPod when I return as it will be good > music for working on my Spridget ; ) Chap I'm surprized your not making > albums with a voice like that maybe you should go on one of those TV shows > (I don't know the names of them) and hit it big! Loads of luck with your LBC > Chap. Let me know when you are playing at local taverns and we'll try and > make it a trip. > Lin > > > > On Sun, Jul 31, 2011 at 12:07 PM, lcjones at croakingfrog.net < > lcjones at croakingfrog.net> wrote: > >> Well, with more rust than I thought I can't cry. So what else to do? >> .... write a tune ... :) >> >> http://www.chapmanjones.com/mp3/MG-Song-2.mp3 >> (to the melody of Triangle Triangle by Gordon Lightfoot ... fitting! ) >> >> You're my little MG and you know how to please >> Got a heart just as big as the world >> Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile >> Keep my big old toes in a curl >> >> Your skin is so crusty and yer bones might be rusty >> But your cute as a button to me >> I'll give ya some paint and they'll be no complaints >> And you'll shine like a star on the sea >> >> When your top is dropped you make my hair flop >> I always love the cool breeze >> You've got so much class I'll give you the gas >> And run circles around all those "B's" >> >> When you hit a straight road and you get up and go >> There's nothing can hold you back >> And you never lose nerve when you find a good curve >> When you're cruising off the old beaten track >> >> You make my blood rush when we double clutch >> And your rev's start winding up tight >> When your breathing gets fast it's oh such a blast >> I don't know if I can last all night >> >> No matter the weather we're always together >> You're tuned and set for the run >> Every gear in your box is sly like a fox >> No one should have this much fun >> >> You're my little british car and you'll take me afar >> Away from the troubles of life >> You tickle my fancy will you be my fiancee >> Cause I'd sure like to make you my wife >> >> When the day is complete, I'll nod off to sleep >> Under the moon and the stars >> I'll give my MG a warm little squeeze >> And dream of her tight in my arms >> >> You're my little MG and you know how to please >> Got a heart just as big as the world >> Turn my frown to a smile when I drive you a mile >> Keep my big old toes in a curl >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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 haynes386 at netzero.net Thu Aug 4 08:36:45 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 14:36:45 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Just suppose?? Message-ID: <20110804.083645.17765.0@webmail05.dca.untd.com> Kurt- First see if there are A) any markings on the front face of the cam (inside of the thread diameter) or B) any rings between the lobes of the cam (BMC style of ID). Does it have 3/8" or 1/2" wide lobes? Des it have a fuel pump lobe or a gear drive instead? (Warwick 649 cams ran a gear drive here for dry sumping). Then refer to DVs book for some timing and lift numbers. There are many cam manufacturers as well as small guys- It can be very tough to figure out. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Just suppose I have a cam laying on the table in front of me. Is there anyway to tell what its performance characteristics will be without setting up V blocks, dial indicator, and degree wheel??? Kurt. ____________________________________________________________ Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 From heard at datatrontech.net Thu Aug 4 08:22:32 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:22:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations Message-ID: Hi All, I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it is time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty since they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. Anyone using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited REAL reviews on the net about any of these companies. Thanks, Heard From kk7ss at frontier.com Thu Aug 4 09:50:49 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 15:50:49 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1464188346.726039.1312473049184.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Heard, A 'cut and paste' from Grundy's web page about qualifying conditions.. "As long as your vehicle holds collector status, is garage-kept and is not used as your daily transportation, you may qualify." -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 09:55:28 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:55:28 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have the car appraised. Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > Hi All, > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it is > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty since > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. Anyone > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited REAL > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > Thanks, > Heard > _______________________________________________ > > 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/tr3.4.me at gmail.com From peter at nosimport.com Thu Aug 4 10:12:56 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:12:56 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No hassles, but then, no claims, either. Peter C == At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have >the car appraised. > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > > >On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > > Hi All, > > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it is > > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty since > > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. Anyone > > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited REAL > > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > > > Thanks, > > Heard From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 10:13:38 2011 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 09:13:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Shill Bid or Other? 59 Sprite Colour Question to List Message-ID: Definitely something awry going on with the bidding. I have just under 950 eBay transactions with the majority from selling at 100% which is a number that I work hard at to sustain. My take, the car in question does not appear to have the correct white. . not Olde English or Wimbledon White but something that appears to be too bright? And for me, a car at that price point would also have to have a fresh 1275. *But what about the body colour? Just doesn't look right to me? * Kirk PS After I was laid off from my manager tech job with WorldCom which used to be MCI. . fiber repair and maintenance for long haul circuits. . typically OC48's and 12's as well as frame relay. I then got a "gig" with the local Harley dealer to sell his over stock and non selling parts (of which all sold very well on eBay). They gave me eBay shelves in their shipping department. . and for 2 years they kept hauling new parts up to the shelves for me to sell. . many of which were electronic parts as well as tanks and the usual stuff including slash pipes, etc. It got so busy that I hired a young fellow under the table to help me keep it all going. I was pulling in minimum 4k a month with the best month at 6k (I took 30%). After two years the parts dried up and the dealership was sold to new owners. Typically a Harley dealership will sell their parts for a lump sum to someone . . so it was a very fortunate thing that they allowed me to do this. From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 10:20:32 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (J Foster) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 11:20:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: One of my brothers had his 70 Buick GS 455 insured with SF this same way and when the car got totalled (old woman lost control of her car and ran him into a telephone pole and guy wires) he had no problems with his claim. Only "hassle" he had was the adjuster initially resisted on letting him keep the car - 'cause said adjuster hoped he'd be able to buy it cheap for himself! ;-) On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 11:12 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No > hassles, but then, no claims, either. From thcollin at mtu.edu Thu Aug 4 10:27:11 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:27:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9dm03d$ckr4kc@email.mtu.edu> >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. Well, this news just makes my day. I pay $426.44 for 2 cars (1/2 for the Sprite) for 6 months, no collision, no towing, just Personnel Liability & Property Damage. I'm in Michigan of course - no fault insurance. (I choose to self insure for the collision - a risk I'm willing to take.) I've never filed a claim. The stock market is down again today too. Is anyone organizing a group jump off a bridge? LOL. Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From kgb at frontiernet.net Thu Aug 4 10:57:46 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 16:57:46 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> I have mine on my Progressive policy. Full coverage + towing and agreed value of $7500. I just got my bill last month, and it was a bit over $125 per year. Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" To: "J Foster" , "Spridget list" Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2011 9:12:56 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No hassles, but then, no claims, either. Peter C == At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have >the car appraised. > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > > >On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > > Hi All, > > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it is > > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty since > > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. Anyone > > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited REAL > > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > > > Thanks, > > Heard 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 jfishbein at snet.net Thu Aug 4 11:01:04 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:01:04 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Does State Farm have a usage limitation for antique vehicles? jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: J Foster ; Spridget list Sent: Thu, August 4, 2011 12:12:56 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No hassles, but then, no claims, either. Peter C == At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have >the car appraised. > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. From kgb at frontiernet.net Thu Aug 4 11:08:31 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 17:08:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <531424953.820400.1312477264438.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1187951811.820450.1312477711675.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> I swore off State Farm when they let me know three days before my homeowner's was due that they wouldn't be renewing my policy unless I had both Old Murphy & Sidney, my other pit bull, put down for what they did to a burglar. They did tell me I was welcome to keep my five accident free vehicles insured with them. Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "J Foster" To: "Peter Caldwell" Cc: "Spridget list" Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2011 9:20:32 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations One of my brothers had his 70 Buick GS 455 insured with SF this same way and when the car got totalled (old woman lost control of her car and ran him into a telephone pole and guy wires) he had no problems with his claim. From heard at datatrontech.net Thu Aug 4 11:17:58 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:17:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Interesting info. Here is what I've found so far: Hagerty - as soon as I said, 'Well, I'll probably drive it to work sometimes since I'm only about 6 miles away', they promptly said they would not write the policy. I pushed them for a rate. Told them I wanted it insured for 10K value. The rate was $226/yr. Grundy - site doesn't say anything about limiting mileage. In fact, it goes out of the way to say the opposite. Their rate was about half that at $112/yr. State Farm - my long time local agent says there are mileage restrictions of 500 miles a year. Hmmm....40 miles a month might be a little low. Based upon Peter's and J's experience, this either varies from state to state or my agent doesn't know what in the hell they are talking about. I suspect the latter. Tim wants to jump off a bridge and Kevin seems to think I'll need towing coverage :) Heard On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 12:57 PM, wrote: > I have mine on my Progressive policy. Full coverage + towing and agreed > value of $7500. I just got my bill last month, and it was a bit over $125 > per year. > > Kate > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Peter Caldwell" > To: "J Foster" , "Spridget list" < > spridgets at autox.team.net> > Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2011 9:12:56 AM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance > recommendations > > Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No > hassles, but then, no claims, either. > Peter C > == > At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: > >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured > >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to > >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for > >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and > >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have > >the car appraised. > > > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > > > > > > >On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon > wrote: > > > Hi All, > > > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it > is > > > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty > since > > > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. > Anyone > > > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited > REAL > > > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > Heard > 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 > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From lbc77mg at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 11:28:56 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:28:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: I do the insurance stuff for our clients. Some of them have collector cars (but no Spridgets). I suggest Grundy. They have the best deal and the least restrictions that I have found so far. Be careful with regular insurance companies like State Farm and Prog. Make absolutely sure they are giving you "AGREED" value and not "STATED" value. Stated value means nothing. If you total the car, they give you ACV, which is about $500 for a 40 year old car. The collector car insurance companies all give real, agreed value. You total it, they write a check for that amount. Then you can then make an offer to buy it back. In any case, READ THE FINE PRINT! That's what I do so our clients don't have to. 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 Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 1:17 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > Interesting info. Here is what I've found so far: > > Hagerty - as soon as I said, 'Well, I'll probably drive it to work > sometimes since I'm only about 6 miles away', they promptly said they would > not write the policy. I pushed them for a rate. Told them I wanted it > insured for 10K value. The rate was $226/yr. > > Grundy - site doesn't say anything about limiting mileage. In fact, it > goes out of the way to say the opposite. Their rate was about half that at > $112/yr. > > State Farm - my long time local agent says there are mileage restrictions > of > 500 miles a year. Hmmm....40 miles a month might be a little low. Based > upon Peter's and J's experience, this either varies from state to state or > my agent doesn't know what in the hell they are talking about. I suspect > the latter. > > Tim wants to jump off a bridge and Kevin seems to think I'll need towing > coverage :) > > Heard > > > On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 12:57 PM, wrote: > > > I have mine on my Progressive policy. Full coverage + towing and agreed > > value of $7500. I just got my bill last month, and it was a bit over $125 > > per year. > > > > Kate > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Peter Caldwell" > > To: "J Foster" , "Spridget list" < > > spridgets at autox.team.net> > > Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2011 9:12:56 AM > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance > > recommendations > > > > Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No > > hassles, but then, no claims, either. > > Peter C > > == > > At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: > > >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured > > >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to > > >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for > > >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and > > >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have > > >the car appraised. > > > > > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > > > > > > > > > > >On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon > > wrote: > > > > Hi All, > > > > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think > it > > is > > > > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty > > since > > > > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. > > Anyone > > > > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited > > REAL > > > > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > Heard From refisk at chartermi.net Thu Aug 4 11:32:43 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:32:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$ckr4kc@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$ckr4kc@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <4EE44FDA-8248-4B02-BA6D-A2D5F326A534@chartermi.net> Tim, You jump off any of the bridges in Midland and all that will happen is you get wet. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 4, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Tim Collins wrote: >> Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > Well, this news just makes my day. I pay $426.44 for 2 cars (1/2 for the Sprite) for 6 months, no collision, no towing, just Personnel Liability & Property Damage. I'm in Michigan of course - no fault insurance. (I choose to self insure for the collision - a risk I'm willing to take.) I've never filed a claim. The stock market is down again today too. Is anyone organizing a group jump off a bridge? LOL. > > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > 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/refisk at chartermi.net From peter at nosimport.com Thu Aug 4 11:33:08 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:33:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <201108041033182.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> I don't call it antique.... it's just a car, like anyone else's car.... anyone's. I DO have WI Collector plates which means it is unlawful to drive it 1 month a year, I think February... like I would with all the salt, anyway. Peter ==== At 12:01 PM 8/4/2011, Jay wrote: >Does State Farm have a usage limitation for antique vehicles? > >jay fishbein >wallingford, ct > > >From: Peter Caldwell >To: J Foster ; Spridget list >Sent: Thu, August 4, 2011 12:12:56 PM >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance >recommendations > >Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No >hassles, but then, no claims, either. > Peter C >== >At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: > >I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured > >as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to > >mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for > >day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and > >and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have > >the car appraised. > > > >Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > > >No virus found in this message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 10.0.1391 / Virus Database: 1518/3810 - Release Date: 08/04/11 From jfishbein at snet.net Thu Aug 4 11:36:27 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:36:27 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1312479387.86797.YahooMailRC@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Auto Insurance in the U.S. is regulated by the States, so your contract may vary from one state to another. Grundy's website offers this statements: Unlimited Mileage "While participating in hobby-related events, owners enjoy their collector vehicle without monitoring the odometer. Our policies do not have any mileage restrictions, when the cars are used for pleasure and hobby use." What Qualifies "As long as your vehicle holds collector status, is garage-kept and is not used as your daily transportation, you may qualify." Don't confuse Unlimited Mileage with unlimited use. I would be mindful of the usage limitations on any of these policies. Generally speaking, they are not designed as a substitute for standard auto insurance if you using your car outside of the driving restrictions. Your concern should not be whether they will cover damage to your car, the important question is whether you have coverage for a bodily injury claim for an accident that occurs on a Tuesday at 2:00pm. PS Regarding Progressive, I can't speak for other states but in the State of CT, Progressive writes Classic Car insurance through Hagerty. jay ________________________________ From: Heard Saxon Grundy - site doesn't say anything about limiting mileage. In fact, it goes out of the way to say the opposite. Their rate was about half that at $112/yr. From heard at datatrontech.net Thu Aug 4 12:12:54 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 14:12:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1312479387.86797.YahooMailRC@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> <1312479387.86797.YahooMailRC@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Interesting. I'm going to see if I can get the fine print that defines the terms: 'pleasure and hobby use' and 'daily transportation' To me, driving the car to work would bring pleasure if I don't break down or get run over. Does 'daily' mean EVERY day. If not, which days, or how many days to I have to NOT drive it. Ya'll be careful jumping off those bridges. If yer in Texas, there might not be any water down there. Heard On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 1:36 PM, Jay wrote: > Auto Insurance in the U.S. is regulated by the States, so your contract may > vary > from one state to another. > > Grundy's website offers this statements: > Unlimited Mileage > "While participating in hobby-related events, owners enjoy their collector > vehicle without monitoring the odometer. Our policies do not have any > mileage > restrictions, when the cars are used for pleasure and hobby use." > > What Qualifies > "As long as your vehicle holds collector status, is garage-kept and is not > used > as your daily transportation, you may qualify." > > Don't confuse Unlimited Mileage with unlimited use. > > I would be mindful of the usage limitations on any of these policies. > Generally > speaking, they are not designed as a substitute for standard auto insurance > if > you using your car outside of the driving restrictions. Your concern should > not > be whether they will cover damage to your car, the important question is > whether > you have coverage for a bodily injury claim for an accident that occurs on > a > Tuesday at 2:00pm. > > > PS Regarding Progressive, I can't speak for other states but in the State > of CT, > Progressive writes Classic Car insurance through Hagerty. > > jay > > > > > ________________________________ > From: Heard Saxon > > > Grundy - site doesn't say anything about limiting mileage. In fact, it > goes out of the way to say the opposite. Their rate was about half that at > $112/yr. > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From b-evans at earthlink.net Thu Aug 4 12:19:35 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 11:19:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <036a01cc52d3$10f63610$32e2a230$@net> jay fishbein wrote: "Does State Farm have a usage limitation for antique vehicles?" My State Farm policy does not have any limitations, and runs $174.72 annually ($300/100K PL&PD, collision, comprehensive, medical). There is no limit on mileage and agreed upon $18K value. Buster From thcollin at mtu.edu Thu Aug 4 12:37:58 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:37:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <4EE44FDA-8248-4B02-BA6D-A2D5F326A534@chartermi.net> References: <9dm03d$ckr4kc@email.mtu.edu> <4EE44FDA-8248-4B02-BA6D-A2D5F326A534@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <9dm03d$ckt45q@email.mtu.edu> I was hoping to find one over a Dow settling basin. Then I at least have a chance of dissolving before I get to the bottom! LOL At 01:32 PM 8/4/2011, Rick Fisk wrote: >Tim, > >You jump off any of the bridges in Midland and all that will happen >is you get wet. :-) > >Rick Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Thu Aug 4 12:51:45 2011 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 11:51:45 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] RADIATOR Message-ID: <1312483905.40554.YahooMailClassic@web46409.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Hey List, Does anyone have experience with a new 948 radiator from Moss or Vic Brit? Moss doesn't know what is inside and Vic Brit says that it has an aluminum core. Or should I get a '97 Metro Geo and not worry about how it looks? Thanks, Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 in and around Cincinnati (Dayton on Saturday) From pchast at francomm.com Thu Aug 4 13:32:16 2011 From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:32:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> References: <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: I used Progressive too with my 79. 6000 Agreed value and just 87 per year. Pete Athens, NY 66 needs restoration. On Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:57:46 -0400, wrote: > > I have mine on my Progressive policy. Full coverage + towing and agreed > value of $7500. I just got my bill last month, and it was a bit over > $125 per year. > > Kate > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Peter Caldwell" > To: "J Foster" , "Spridget list" > > Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2011 9:12:56 AM > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance > recommendations > > Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No > hassles, but then, no claims, either. > Peter C > == > At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: >> I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured >> as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to >> mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for >> day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and >> and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have >> the car appraised. >> >> Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. >> >> >> >> On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 9:22 AM, Heard Saxon >> wrote: >> > Hi All, >> > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think >> it is >> > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty >> since >> > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. >> Anyone >> > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited >> REAL >> > reviews on the net about any of these companies. >> > >> > Thanks, >> > Heard > 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 > _______________________________________________ > > 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/pchast at francomm.com > -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/ From rbastedo at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 13:37:12 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 12:37:12 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations Message-ID: I do the same with State Farm, but I asked them to lower my deductible from $500 to $250 and to increase my PIP and also to add towing. As an old Jewish personal injury attorney once told me, PIP is the cheapest and best insurance you can buy - get as much as you can afford. They had no problem at all when I told them I'd most likely be driving it 5,000 miles this summer to the Midget 50th. They also said they needed to adjust the value up after I painted it and put the Bugeye front on. I do not know if it is agreed value or not - sounds like I need to find out. I told them I wanted it insured for $8000 and they said they needed to submit that to underwriting - so does that mean anything? Also they said my windshield is covered with a $100 deductible on my comprehensive. All this for about $100 per year? Nice! Rick Bastedo - = = From: Peter Caldwell To: J Foster ,Spridget list Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:12:56 -0500 Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No hassles, but then, no claims, either. Peter C == At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have the car appraised. Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. From lbc77mg at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 13:51:04 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 15:51:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: One of our clients has a 1980 Mercedes 450SL insured with Grundy. $26,000 agreed value $500,000 liability Full tort NO deductible Premium is $221 a year. It covers spare parts in the garage, towing, trip interruption, and medical expenses at auto shows. 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 Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 3:37 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > I do the same with State Farm, but I asked them to lower my deductible from > $500 to $250 and to increase my PIP and also to add towing. > As an old Jewish personal injury attorney once told me, PIP is the cheapest > and best insurance you can buy - get as much as you can afford. > They had no problem at all when I told them I'd most likely be driving it > 5,000 miles this summer to the Midget 50th. > They also said they needed to adjust the value up after I painted it and > put > the Bugeye front on. > I do not know if it is agreed value or not - sounds like I need to find > out. > I told them I wanted it insured for $8000 and they said they needed to > submit that to underwriting - so does that mean anything? > Also they said my windshield is covered with a $100 deductible on my > comprehensive. > All this for about $100 per year? Nice! > > Rick Bastedo > > > - = = > From: Peter Caldwell > To: J Foster ,Spridget list > Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:12:56 -0500 > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance > recommendations > Me too with my 64 Mini.... though a little more value. Same deal. No > hassles, but then, no claims, either. > Peter C > == > At 10:55 AM 8/4/2011, J Foster wrote: > I simply added my 73 Midget to my existing State Farm policy. Insured > as an "antique vehicle" with an "agreed value". NO limitations as to > mileage or usage except not to be used as a primary vehicle for > day-to-day use. My agent took a few pictures for their records and > and agreed the vehicle was valued at $6k with no requirement to have > the car appraised. > > Cost me all of $42 every 6 months for full coverage. > _______________________________________________ From jfishbein at snet.net Thu Aug 4 13:59:29 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 12:59:29 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1312487969.65424.YahooMailRC@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> "It covers medical expenses at auto shows." The reason why I stopped my involvement with concours judging. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Allen Hefner To: Spridgets list Sent: Thu, August 4, 2011 3:51:04 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations One of our clients has a 1980 Mercedes 450SL insured with Grundy. $26,000 agreed value $500,000 liability Full tort NO deductible Premium is $221 a year. It covers spare parts in the garage, towing, trip interruption, and medical expenses at auto shows. From lists at dinospider.com Thu Aug 4 14:43:22 2011 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:43:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E3B046A.40107@dinospider.com> Ask Hagerty again, they have different policies. I drive my Dino to work when I am not on the bike and there is no issue with occasional drive to work. Hagerty's issue is that they want you to have a daily driver so you don't drive the toy everyday. In my case my daily driver is my motorcycle and my Dino the toy. mike On 08/04/2011 07:22 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > Hi All, > I should have my Bugeye back on the road in about 30 days so I think it is > time to get some insurance. So far, I'm not impressed with Hagerty since > they don't want me to drive the car to work. Grundy's looks good. Anyone > using them or have other recommendations? I'm finding very limited REAL > reviews on the net about any of these companies. > > Thanks, > Heard From sethamosjones at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 16:58:43 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 17:58:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> References: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> Message-ID: <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> Someone gave me a copy of this on CD. I met them at the midget 50. I don't remember their name, and my wife tossed out the envelope in one of her cleaning raids. So first off, I would like to thank and aknowledge the source of the CD. Second I would like to offer the manual on my website as a PDF. Here it is for now all 48mb worth. http://www.spridgetguru.com/TA0048_files/ClymerManual.pdf Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. -seth From sashaleo at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 17:12:52 2011 From: sashaleo at gmail.com (Tamara Haynes) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 17:12:52 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! Message-ID: ok, finally got on the list!!! makes me so happy to be able to talk to all you other enthusiastic car people!!!! -- -Tamara Save Timon and Pumba! They live by Hakuna Matata!!! I love them! From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Aug 4 17:25:58 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 16:25:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5D4592EB411D45338D0DE96B5D3A9D5C@spider> I'll have some of what she's drinking. welcome ...bill in corvallis ==================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tamara Haynes Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2011 4:13 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! ok, finally got on the list!!! makes me so happy to be able to talk to all you other enthusiastic car people!!!! -- -Tamara _______________________________________________ From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 17:32:23 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 18:32:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> References: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> Message-ID: Daniel will probably answer you. He's on this list too. Cheers!! Jim On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 5:58 PM, Seth Jones wrote: > Someone gave me a copy of this on CD. I met them at the midget 50. I > don't remember their name, and my wife tossed out the envelope in one of her > cleaning raids. So first off, I would like to thank and aknowledge the > source of the CD. Second I would like to offer the manual on my website as > a PDF. Here it is for now all 48mb worth. > > http://www.spridgetguru.com/**TA0048_files/ClymerManual.pdf > > Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce press > (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files and turning it > into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post this manual, but most > often when I email a company they just ignore it > > Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I can > use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG Midget And > Austin Healey Sprite. > > -seth > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/bmwwxman@**gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 17:33:49 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 18:33:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Welcome, Tamara!! Now you can keep track of your Dad!! Cheers!! Jim On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 6:12 PM, Tamara Haynes wrote: > ok, finally got on the list!!! makes me so happy to be able to talk to > all you other enthusiastic car people!!!! > > -- > -Tamara > Save Timon and Pumba! > They live by Hakuna Matata!!! > I love them! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From b-evans at earthlink.net Thu Aug 4 17:49:12 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 16:49:12 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1312487969.65424.YahooMailRC@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1312487969.65424.YahooMailRC@web83910.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <037b01cc5301$1d349600$579dc200$@net> jay fishbein wrote: "The reason why I stopped my involvement with concours judging." Yep, those folks can get mighty combative if you don't live up to THEIR expectations. Buster From refisk at chartermi.net Thu Aug 4 18:14:11 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 20:14:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> References: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> Message-ID: I have the Clymer manual. Bought it at Foreign Car Parts in Pomona, CA on 9/30/1969 - receipt is still in the manual. Cost $5. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 4, 2011, at 6:58 PM, Seth Jones wrote: > Someone gave me a copy of this on CD. I met them at the midget 50. I don't remember their name, and my wife tossed out the envelope in one of her cleaning raids. So first off, I would like to thank and aknowledge the source of the CD. Second I would like to offer the manual on my website as a PDF. Here it is for now all 48mb worth. > > http://www.spridgetguru.com/TA0048_files/ClymerManual.pdf > > Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it > > Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. > > -seth > _______________________________________________ From kentmclean at comcast.net Thu Aug 4 18:37:22 2011 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:37:22 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E3B3B42.1070700@comcast.net> Tim Collins wrote: > Is anyone organizing a group jump off a bridge? October 15th. Hope This Helps. No Charge. -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From healeyrick at yahoo.com Thu Aug 4 18:38:55 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 17:38:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite Sprite story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being driven cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Thu, 8/4/11, Rick Fisk wrote: From: Rick Fisk Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc To: "spridgets at autox.team.net" Date: Thursday, August 4, 2011, 8:14 PM I have the Clymer manual. Bought it at Foreign Car Parts in Pomona, CA on 9/30/1969 - receipt is still in the manual. Cost $5. :-) Rick From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Thu Aug 4 18:51:38 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 19:51:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? In-Reply-To: <4E301A61.4040904@wi.net> References: <1915473533.20110726184738@pacifier.com> <4E301A61.4040904@wi.net> Message-ID: <001201cc5309$d581b3c0$80851b40$@rr.com> Hi- Finally dropped the tank tonight and threw it on the grill. Yuck! There was so much sediment that it clogged a 3 inch screen on my funnel. The ant hill got the rest. It looks fairly clean otherwise. Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 9:02 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? Way away from the house! That's why you fill it completely to overflowing and rinse, several times for piece of mind. Find the driveway of a neighbor you don't like and use it. Chris, bring it down to my house. I have 5 acres with nearest house 80 yards away. Dave W. From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 19:12:59 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (=?utf-8?B?Z3J1bnRoYW5lckBnbWFpbC5jb20=?=) Date: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:12:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] =?utf-8?q?hello!!!?= Message-ID: <4e3b438c.8c89e50a.2f54.5d77@mx.google.com> Hi welcome to the list. What Spridget do you have and what state are you from. Lin Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4GLTE smartphone ----- Reply message ----- From: "Tamara Haynes" To: Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! Date: Thu, Aug 4, 2011 7:12 pm ok, finally got on the list!!! makes me so happy to be able to talk to all you other enthusiastic car people!!!! -- -Tamara Save Timon and Pumba! They live by Hakuna Matata!!! I love them! 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 refisk at chartermi.net Thu Aug 4 19:12:44 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 21:12:44 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: References: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1676A67A-F517-490F-8DAE-5641A61248D8@chartermi.net> Hey - you only saw the '61 Sprite that I haven't worked on in some time. You didn't see the '59 that I also haven't worked on in some time, which is the car I owned when I bought the manual. Of course it's still in a thousand pieces too. LOL But I took the '79 Party Midget to the 50th celebration instead of sitting at home and grumping about how my wife wouldn't let me go. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 4, 2011, at 9:02 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 8:14 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > I have the Clymer manual. Bought it at Foreign Car Parts in Pomona, > CA on 9/30/1969 - receipt is still in the manual. Cost $5. :-) > ------------------------------------------ > I've seen Rick's car. He hasn't opened the Clymer manual in years > judging by the lack of work on his car!!! > > (Not that I'm doing any better...) > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 19:02:45 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 21:02:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: References: <4E2F591B.9080209@wi.net> <68A0CC07-9A2F-4E8E-9321-24A8D9E56A30@gmail.com> Message-ID: On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 8:14 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: I have the Clymer manual. Bought it at Foreign Car Parts in Pomona, CA on 9/30/1969 - receipt is still in the manual. Cost $5. :-) ------------------------------------------ I've seen Rick's car. He hasn't opened the Clymer manual in years judging by the lack of work on his car!!! (Not that I'm doing any better...) -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From kmappley at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 19:41:43 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 20:41:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re Just suppose??? Message-ID: Thanks for the replies on this. I was just daydreaming and too lazy to do what I will have to do to determine the characteristics of the cam. A rough idea of lift could be determined and that's about it. BTW the cam is for a A series Datsun engine with no marks on it. I know its either a smog cam and a dog or a decent B210 cam. Just day dreaming Kurt. From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Thu Aug 4 19:56:04 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 20:56:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? In-Reply-To: <46303111A83F4AD0AD053BAED3E9DDB8@HomePC> References: <1915473533.20110726184738@pacifier.com><4E301A61.4040904@wi.net> <001201cc5309$d581b3c0$80851b40$@rr.com> <46303111A83F4AD0AD053BAED3E9DDB8@HomePC> Message-ID: <001701cc5312$d5dd2b20$81978160$@rr.com> I didn't factor the lack of a wind when I started this evening and I live in a small valley. It's an interesting smell out there right now. -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels [mailto:ladaniels at sbcglobal.net] Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2011 8:14 PM To: Chris Manuel; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? I threw chicken breasts on the grill. Bet they tasted better. -----Original Message----- From: Chris Manuel Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2011 7:51 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? Hi- Finally dropped the tank tonight and threw it on the grill. Yuck! There was so much sediment that it clogged a 3 inch screen on my funnel. The ant hill got the rest. It looks fairly clean otherwise. Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 9:02 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? Way away from the house! That's why you fill it completely to overflowing and rinse, several times for piece of mind. Find the driveway of a neighbor you don't like and use it. Chris, bring it down to my house. I have 5 acres with nearest house 80 yards away. Dave W. _______________________________________________ From 72spridget at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 19:58:53 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 20:58:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <-2100162621876646469@unknownmsgid> I grabbed my Clymer manual, only to find that it is actually the Clymer MGB/MGA manual and doesn't even haveca page 240. David L From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 20:36:25 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 21:36:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1312477264.59711.YahooMailRC@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: As I stated before, they only required it to not be a primary vehicle for daily use. NO limits on when or where I can drive, and no limit on mileage. We've got 4 drivers in my household and 5 vehicles - clearly the MG was not my primary, daily use vehicle. On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 12:01 PM, Jay wrote: > Does State Farm have a usage limitation for antique vehicles? From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 20:03:55 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 19:03:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Why do I feel like I'm stuck in "Lion King"? From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 20:59:46 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 21:59:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Peter and I are in different states - Wisconsin and Illinois respectively. Not withstanding that, I would very much expect policies to vary somewhat from state to state as regulations are not consistent across state lines. My agent's secretary insisted that I had to register the car with Antique Vehicle license plates to qualify for State Farm's antique vehicle insurance classification. The agent believed otherwise and verified that with Bloomington before I left the office. He also verified there were NO mileage or usage restrictions beyond not being a primary vehicle. Just to be sure, I also took the time to read the fine print of the policy once it was issued. I did receive a questionaire from the Bloomington offices (as my agent informed me was typically done for Antique vehicle coverage) where I had to affirm the vehicle was not a primary vehicle for anyone in my household. Ask your agent to show you the policy terms and have him/her try to point out any restrictions. Or just ask him/her to verify the terms with the Bloomington corporate offices (State Farm is based in Bloomington, IL). On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 12:17 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > State Farm - my long time local agent says there are mileage restrictions of > 500 miles a year. Hmmm....40 miles a month might be a little low. Based > upon Peter's and J's experience, this either varies from state to state or > my agent doesn't know what in the hell they are talking about. I suspect > the latter. From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 20:10:23 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 19:10:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] So you think you can ride a motorcycle?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hope this makes it. H Bet I'm not the only rider that 'thought' he could ride...until viewing this short video. H-D, feet never came of the rests and it's a timed event. Autocross for motorcycles. I'm impressed. Thanks, Phil. Herb ** http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJxOsYh12yY From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 21:10:02 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 22:10:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommendations In-Reply-To: References: <201108040912572.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1284044965.820363.1312477066766.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 12:28 PM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Be careful with regular insurance companies like State Farm and Prog. Make > absolutely sure they are giving you "AGREED" value and not "STATED" value. > Stated value means nothing. If you total the car, they give you ACV, which > is about $500 for a 40 year old car. > In any case, READ THE FINE PRINT! I agree with Allen - except I would say be careful with ANY insurance company! :-) My bi-annual State Farm policy renewal states right on it "AGREED VALUE". Disclaimer: I have no interest (past, present, or anticipated) in State Farm, other than as a very satisfied customer for nearly 30 years. From kgrowler at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 21:35:21 2011 From: kgrowler at gmail.com (Kim Tonry) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 22:35:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 100K of My Own Message-ID: At 12:15pm today, my '79 Midget Growler's odo spun around to show the same reading as the day I bought it. So a little over 30 years and two months later, I've put 100,000 miles on it myself in addition to the 25,194 it had the day I picked it up from Howard Orloff MG/Fiat/Triumph/Volvo in Chicago. So that's an average of 3333 miles a year since I've owned the car. I've always taken it off the road for the Chicago salt season. The highest mileage in a year was 12010 in 1983. Lowest was a couple years like 1987 and 1991 where it was stored year round. Since 1992 it's been on the road every year. On to the next hundred thou! Kim Tonry Downers Grove, Illinois, U.S.A. From derf247 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 22:05:04 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 23:05:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 100K of My Own In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Nice. Unfortunately most Spridgets never saw the 100k mark. Drive carefully and let us know when you get another 100k on it. From jessmd1 at comcast.net Thu Aug 4 22:11:34 2011 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 23:11:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] brakes Message-ID: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> I am sooo frustrated.A while back I posted that I was having trouble bleeding the brakes on my 1959 bugeye.I have nearly completed the resto and STILL cannot get the brakes to work.I realized today that the previous owner had the brake reservoir connected to the clutch slave and the clutch reservoir connected to the 4 way brake connection.I switched these,bench bled both the clutch and the brake master cylinders and tried once more to bleed the brakes.Nada,no bubbles,nofluid,nothing.I am guessing I have dirt in the lines and/or a bad master cylinder?I have been bleeding the left rear,right rear,left front,right front.What's next? From derf247 at gmail.com Thu Aug 4 22:41:44 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 23:41:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] brakes In-Reply-To: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> References: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> Message-ID: Sometimes a good bench bleed is necessary. Make sure you purge all the air from the master before bleeding at the wheels. IIRC, Bugeyes have a single brake reservoir and therefore any single wheel cylinder can cause problems for the whole system. Make sure all your soft brake hoses are good. Some might look good on the outside but be bad inside. They can actually look fine and act like check valves inside. If in doubt, replace them. Sometimes a Mityvac is a very good thing. From b-evans at earthlink.net Fri Aug 5 00:31:48 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Thu, 4 Aug 2011 23:31:48 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 100K of My Own In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <03a201cc5339$5b4e6f50$11eb4df0$@net> Derf wrote: "Unfortunately most Spridgets never saw the 100k mark." Al Clemens, the professional photographer who took most of the Buster Cluster photos, passed 250,000 miles on the odometer more than 10 years ago. He bought his Sprite when we were both in Memphis and at the same time I did in 1960. He has done ALL the minor and major work on the Sprite. Buster From grday at btinternet.com Fri Aug 5 03:33:12 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 10:33:12 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] 100K of My Own References: Message-ID: KIM, MAY BUCKETFULS OF GOODNESS BE SHOWERED OVER YOU. (No apology for shouting - it was needed) Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kim Tonry" To: Sent: Friday, August 05, 2011 4:35 AM Subject: [Spridgets] 100K of My Own > At 12:15pm today, my '79 Midget Growler's odo spun around to show the same > reading as the day I bought it. So a little over 30 years and two months > later, I've put 100,000 miles on it myself in addition to the 25,194 it > had > the day I picked it up from Howard Orloff MG/Fiat/Triumph/Volvo in > Chicago. > > So that's an average of 3333 miles a year since I've owned the car. I've > always taken it off the road for the Chicago salt season. The highest > mileage in a year was 12010 in 1983. Lowest was a couple years like 1987 > and > 1991 where it was stored year round. Since 1992 it's been on the road > every > year. > > On to the next hundred thou! > > Kim Tonry > Downers Grove, Illinois, U.S.A. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From eap2140 at yahoo.com Fri Aug 5 06:31:28 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 05:31:28 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Mr Bean's F1 adventure.... Message-ID: <1312547488.59002.YahooMailNeo@web160805.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Looks like a pretty spendy weekend for Mr Bean..... http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/08/05/reports-tvs-mr-beans-crashes-his-supe rcar/?test=faces Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 5 06:50:23 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 05:50:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Mr Bean's F1 adventure.... In-Reply-To: <1312547488.59002.YahooMailNeo@web160805.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312547488.59002.YahooMailNeo@web160805.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <97FB835299CB4387858346D2AE376342@spider> http://tinyurl.com/3pa7jz3 =================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Edward Perez Sent: Friday, August 05, 2011 5:31 AM To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Mr Bean's F1 adventure.... Looks like a pretty spendy weekend for Mr Bean..... http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/08/05/reports-tvs-mr-beans-crashes-his-sup e rcar/?test=faces Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From clarici at verizon.net Fri Aug 5 06:55:38 2011 From: clarici at verizon.net (Frankie Clarici 4th) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:55:38 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] My 58 Message-ID: Well My 58 bugeye has been sitting in storage for 2 years. (embaresed). Picked it up last night. A quick jump start and it fired right up on 2 year gas. I filled it up with super and took off for a 12 mile drive home. It ran great. I guess it pays to have the "dean of spridgets" build your car. Other than an oil change and a good cleaning it's ready to go. Although it may need a battery. I am just sad that I never got the picture dad wanted of me, Frankie 5 and him In the sprite. He gave my wife a baby seat for the car when she had her shower. Thanks Frankie From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 5 07:01:10 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 06:01:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] brakes In-Reply-To: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> References: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> Message-ID: <2A848768E9FB46D28A47CE2C4197E43D@spider> Patience. These things do work out. Check that all of your flex lines are ok. This requires replacing them. Start with the one furthest away from the master cylinder, and work back. Bleed one wheel at a time after replacement. ...bill in corvallis =============================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2011 9:12 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] brakes I am sooo frustrated.A while back I posted that I was having trouble bleeding the brakes on my 1959 bugeye.I have nearly completed the resto and STILL cannot get the brakes to work.I realized today that the previous owner had the brake reservoir connected to the clutch slave and the clutch reservoir connected to the 4 way brake connection.I switched these,bench bled both the clutch and the brake master cylinders and tried once more to bleed the brakes.Nada,no bubbles,nofluid,nothing.I am guessing I have dirt in the lines and/or a bad master cylinder?I have been bleeding the left rear,right rear,left front,right front.What's next? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From peter at nosimport.com Fri Aug 5 07:18:19 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:18:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo .com> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. Peter C At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite Sprite >story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being driven >cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. > >Rick From an5.sprite at gmail.com Fri Aug 5 08:02:49 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 10:02:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] brakes In-Reply-To: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> References: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> Message-ID: Jess, I think you are on the right track. It could anything. I would also be suspicious of the whole setup since the PO swapped the clutch and brake connections. You need to find out WHERE the problem starts, the why will then become very clear. You will need to be systematic. Is everything installed correctly? Are the right and left front calipers swapped? Are the rear brakes adjusted? You can take out all the play tempororily so there is no movement and then loosen the brake adjustment once you get a brake pedal. Any leaks in any of the pipes or connections? Was the brake system dry and exposed to the moisture in the atmosphere? Could be some internal rust in the lines. Could also be a rubber seal has dried out allowing air to go back and force. Do you have pressure from the outlet at the master cylinder? Assuming the 4-way is not rusted, open the connection going into the 4-way to check for pressure. Next check you are getting pressure on the way out of the 4-way. Follow one line to the back and check again. Check hoses as mentioned by others. Good Luck, Steven 59 green bugeye On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:11 AM, Jess Power wrote: > I am sooo frustrated.A while back I posted that I was having trouble > bleeding the brakes on my 1959 bugeye.I have nearly completed the resto and > STILL cannot get the brakes to work.I realized today that the previous owner > had the brake reservoir connected to the clutch slave and the clutch > reservoir connected to the 4 way brake connection.I switched these,bench > bled both the clutch and the brake master cylinders and tried once more to > bleed the brakes.Nada,no bubbles,nofluid,nothing.I am guessing I have dirt > in the lines and/or a bad master cylinder?I have been bleeding the left > rear,right rear,left front,right front.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/an5.sprite@**gmail.com From haynes386 at netzero.net Fri Aug 5 08:20:33 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 14:20:33 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] I know this is boring but I need insurance recommend ations Message-ID: <20110805.082033.23619.0@webmail20.dca.untd.com> Mike has the same experience that I have with Hagerty. I specifically asked if the BE was insured should I drive it to work occasionally to keep it running. The answer that I received was that as long as it wasn't used as daily transportation (i.e. you don't drive it to work EVERY day) that it was covered. They told me that the whole idea was to enjoy your car. No limit on miles, drive it when you want, where you want, agreed value $10k on the BE, $6k on the MKII, $100,00 PIP, all for $185 a year. At my desk with windblown hair, and my BE sitting outside my office ;} Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 From: Mike Rambour Ask Hagerty again, they have different policies. I drive my Dino to work when I am not on the bike and there is no issue with occasional drive to work. Hagerty's issue is that they want you to have a daily driver so you don't drive the toy everyday. In my case my daily driver is my motorcycle and my Dino the toy. mike ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e3bfc67a215a4468f2st02duc From bertshirey at zoominternet.net Fri Aug 5 08:21:53 2011 From: bertshirey at zoominternet.net (Bert Shirey) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 09:21:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes Bleeding Message-ID: Jess, You might try isolating the problem by systematically shutting off each wheel using hose clamps. You can get a set of 3 plastic clamps at Sears for about $20, Harbor F. for less. Unless you have a suspect, doesn`t matter where you start. For example, clamp off right front, then try the pedal. If it firms up, you found the culprit first try. If not, then do the LF. No luck in front, move on to the rear hose, which may tell one or other rear wheels is troublesome. To find out which, next, remove the hard line one side of the rear 3-way union and plug the hole with a bleeder screw. Make sure you keep the rear clamp in place while you`re doing that and, as an extra measure, put a piece of clung wrap under the MC cap before you do that to prevent all the fluid from leaking out and compounding the problem. If none of all that gives you a pedal either you are not living right or the MC is faulty. Of course, if you suspect that, you can always clamp off all 3 hoses first, which is not a bad idea. I can send you some additional information off-list. Cheers, Bert Shirey 66 Midget 1098/60 Bug From haynes386 at netzero.net Fri Aug 5 08:44:00 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 14:44:00 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] brakes Message-ID: <20110805.084400.23619.2@webmail20.dca.untd.com> Jess- Now that you have them hooked to the correct lines, start the brake bleeding AT the inlet to the 4 way connector. If you get fluid there, go to the right front first-Always work from the nearest to the master to the farthest from the master, that way you can determine where the fluid is/isn't moving through. Also remember to not bleed the reservoir dry, it's easy to do, BTDT, and frustrating. Take your time (I know you already have lots of time invested), I'm assuming that you have a common reservoir master as originally built? If you can't get any fluid to the 4-way, then try blowing that first line out with air, if that line is open, make sure that you have a good seal at the master with the connector. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 From: Jess Power <> To: spridgets at autox.team.net I am sooo frustrated.A while back I posted that I was having trouble bleeding the brakes on my 1959 bugeye.I have nearly completed the resto and STILL cannot get the brakes to work.I realized today that the previous owner had the brake reservoir connected to the clutch slave and the clutch reservoir connected to the 4 way brake connection.I switched these,bench bled both the clutch and the brake master cylinders and tried once more to bleed the brakes.Nada,no bubbles,nofluid,nothing.I am guessing I have dirt in the lines and/or a bad master cylinder?I have been bleeding the left rear,right rear,left front,right front.What's next? ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Soaring 3000% Sign up for Free to find out what the next 3000% Stock Winner is! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e3c021fd33c0447b7dst04duc From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 5 09:31:02 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:31:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] hello!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E3C0CB6.2020502@wi.net> Oh-oh, now we're in for it! ;-) Welcome Tamara!! Great to have you on the list! You'll learn lots here...most of which you don't want to know. ;-) Just kidding guys and gals. By way of introduction, if I may, Tamara is the next Danica based on her driving ability. At the Midget 50th she was one of the smoothest drivers on the AutoX and this her 3rd (?) time really driving the Bugeye. Her father, Mark Haynes taught her to drive in the wild canyons near Nederland CO; country not unlike our Kate Bales. Gravel roads are for drifting right!? Tamara can drive a Sprite like Lightning McQueen! I always thought there should have been a Spridget in that movie. Tamara's an aspiring engineer so will soon be able to solve all our overheating and hydraulic questions. Tamara you already met a lot of us, now here's the rest!! You go girl!! Good to hear from you. Did I tell you and your sister Katie are AWESOME! Dave W. On 8/4/2011 6:12 PM, Tamara Haynes wrote: > ok, finally got on the list!!! makes me so happy to be able to talk to > all you other enthusiastic car people!!!! From grday at btinternet.com Fri Aug 5 09:40:24 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 16:40:24 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Brakes Bleeding References: Message-ID: There are hose clamps and there are hoses that collapse internally. The two seem to be connected. If you have a look at a brake hose - they have quite a thick wall - and then squash it enough for it to resist a flow of pressurised brake fluid (that's you pressing the brakes!) you will see the inner lining of the hose has undergone quite a transformation in shape and has started its journey to laminar separation and eventual collapse. Yes, they make and sell various devices to do this but imho all of them have a strong potential for causing unseen damage to a life preserving system. I do not use brake hose clamps. If you want to block off part of a brake system, try making up various pipe connections with a short length of pipe running through them and squash and fold the short length of pipe in a vice. They are also handy for checking you've got the right thread. Alternatively, wire - clamp - ratchet strap the shoes closed in situe and that produces the same effect and checks your slave cylinder rubbers for leakage as well. Jess does have a problem on his hands and I believe he has to go right back to basics to find out what the DPO has done. I strongly suspect there has been a problem with the m/cyl as the DPO would have no reason to remove the clutch and brake output lines together - other than to play with or remove the m/cyl. This could have resulted in a re-build that isn't quite right. Guy R Day From mdrowe at optonline.net Fri Aug 5 10:13:56 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:13:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Bad connection In-Reply-To: <20110805.084400.23619.2@webmail20.dca.untd.com> References: <20110805.084400.23619.2@webmail20.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <79B30933C8184F4E9A62D115F39BE942@Home> I am getting closer. The lightly chirping buzzer I thought was for the turn signal is another buzzer that tells me I left my lights on when the key is off. So the cause is reduced power/voltage/? at the ignition switch - brown wire. Someone mention a connection for that wire that often goes bad. Please remind me how to find it. How do I test the switch for a slight failure, not complete failure? Jump it? The car starts fine, so there is enough voltage at the solenoid. Michael Rowe '74 Bugeyed Midget '60 Sprite kit Long Island, NY From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 5 10:28:13 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:28:13 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? In-Reply-To: <001201cc5309$d581b3c0$80851b40$@rr.com> References: <1915473533.20110726184738@pacifier.com> <4E301A61.4040904@wi.net> <001201cc5309$d581b3c0$80851b40$@rr.com> Message-ID: <4E3C1A1D.1070002@wi.net> All right! Problem found. Now if Brookfield's EPA Nazi's don't report the toxic cloud you're good to go! Hmmm, Chicken ala Octane varnish! DW On 8/4/2011 7:51 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: > Hi- > > Finally dropped the tank tonight and threw it on the grill. > > Yuck! > > There was so much sediment that it clogged a 3 inch screen on my funnel. > The ant hill got the rest. > > It looks fairly clean otherwise. > > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel > Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 9:02 AM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Gas Tank? > > Way away from the house! That's why you fill it completely to > overflowing and rinse, several times for piece of mind. Find the > driveway of a neighbor you don't like and use it. Chris, bring it down > to my house. I have 5 acres with nearest house 80 yards away. > > Dave W. From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 5 10:42:27 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:42:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> Ooooo! You have the first printing. Mine has a green cover (matches the car!) and has a copyright of 1962. Title page reads, "....with a special section on Increasing Power & Performance by OCee Ritch Technical Editor, Clymer Publications" Still has "THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE" on page 240. Which is why I bought it. DW On 8/5/2011 8:18 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. > Peter C > > At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >> Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite >> Sprite >> story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being >> driven >> cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. >> >> Rick From sethamosjones at gmail.com Fri Aug 5 11:19:04 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 12:19:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] AKD 3514 BMC Service Parts List now as a PDF In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com> Enjoy http://www.spridgetguru.com/TchIndx17_files/AKD3514.pdf From peter at nosimport.com Fri Aug 5 11:27:37 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:27:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> Message-ID: <201108051027207.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Mine's fifth printing 1972, and has the distributor drive orientation picture correct, unlike Haynes. Peter At 11:42 AM 8/5/2011, you wrote: >Ooooo! You have the first printing. Mine has a green cover >(matches the car!) and has a copyright of 1962. Title page reads, >"....with a special section on Increasing Power & Performance by >OCee Ritch Technical Editor, Clymer Publications" > >Still has "THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE" on page 240. >Which is why I bought it. >DW > > >On 8/5/2011 8:18 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: >>That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. >> Peter C >> >>At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >>>Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite Sprite >>>story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being driven >>>cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. >>> >>>Rick From heard at datatrontech.net Fri Aug 5 11:33:51 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 13:33:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] So you think you can ride a motorcycle?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Yep. The bike goes wherever he's looking. Heard On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 10:10 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > Hope this makes it. H > > Bet I'm not the only rider that 'thought' he could ride...until viewing > this > short video. H-D, feet never came of the rests and it's a timed event. > Autocross for motorcycles. > I'm impressed. > Thanks, Phil. > Herb > > ** > > > > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJxOsYh12yY > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From heard at datatrontech.net Fri Aug 5 11:50:48 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 13:50:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] My 58 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: That's cool Frankie. I would have thought that ethanol gas would have really gunked things up in 2 years. Did you put any stabilizer in the tank when you stored it? Heard On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 8:55 AM, Frankie Clarici 4th wrote: > Well My 58 bugeye has been sitting in storage for 2 years. (embaresed). > Picked > it up last night. A quick jump start and it fired right up on 2 year gas. I > filled it up with super and took off for a 12 mile drive home. It ran > great. I > guess it pays to have the "dean of spridgets" build your car. Other than an > oil change and a good cleaning it's ready to go. Although it may need a > battery. > > I am just sad that I never got the picture dad wanted of me, Frankie 5 and > him > In the sprite. > > He gave my wife a baby seat for the car when she had her shower. > > Thanks > Frankie > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From bertshirey at zoominternet.net Fri Aug 5 12:28:05 2011 From: bertshirey at zoominternet.net (Bert Shirey) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 13:28:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] More Brakes Message-ID: Guy is correct. Those hoses can look fine but closed off, or on the verge of closing off, internally. When I picked up my Bugeye the previous owner warned me the brakes were frozen. We had to cut the hoses to drag it on the rollback. The car had been in storage for a long time and needed a total rebuild of the system, but the rear hose and one front hose were swollen tight. A couple of the hard lines that otherwise looked sound were also badly corroded under the fittings and would surely have failed on the road sooner or later. You might get the brakes to bleed out, but, under the circumstances, not knowing what was done to the car previously, I would carefully inspect all work the previous owner did before I would trust the car on the road. Ghost stories: 1. A good friend of mine who has had more British cars than I could count going bakk to the early 60s once sold his TVR to a guy who wrecked it going home due to brake failure. 2. A few years ago, my wife`s Escort needed brake work. She wouldn`t let me do it because she said I`d take a week. Two days after it came back from the Ford dealer, she was getting ready to make the 60 mile drive down Rt 1 to Baltimore. I happened to check the fluid and the MC was almost dry. The supposedly professional mechanic didn`t tighten the fitting on a caliper. Since the brake and clutch pipes were mixed up, could it be that whoever did that got the internals of the MC crossed up as well? I never did know what that extra part in the brake bore is for, but it must be there for some reason. Bert Shirey From grday at btinternet.com Fri Aug 5 14:58:09 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 21:58:09 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension References: <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com> Message-ID: <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> A short while ago there was a discussion over using an extension bar with a torque wrench. The below may help. http://www.belknaptools.com/downloads.asp Guy R Day From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 5 15:26:10 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 16:26:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> References: <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com> <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: We have a set of color coded torque-to-yield extensions in the shop. They work well but I can still do pretty well without them and get close to the torque I want by feel. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Aug 5 15:29:52 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 16:29:52 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] So you think you can ride a motorcycle?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: That is a 40 minutes from my house.... On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:33 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > Yep. The bike goes wherever he's looking. > > Heard > > On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 10:10 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > > > Hope this makes it. H > > > > Bet I'm not the only rider that 'thought' he could ride...until viewing > > this > > short video. H-D, feet never came of the rests and it's a timed event. > > Autocross for motorcycles. > > I'm impressed. > > Thanks, Phil. > > Herb > > > > ** > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJxOsYh12yY > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > > > > > > -- > Heard Saxon > Datatron Technical Services, Inc. > 888-362-3977 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Fri Aug 5 16:39:21 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:39:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> References: <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com> <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: <4E3C7119.4090008@tx.rr.com> As an engineer I know more than a little about torque, bending and deflection, but I stayed out of this discussion the first time around. For a mechanical wrench of this type the amount of extension really doesn't affect the torque. You can play with their calculator and it will show this as well. For instance set the lefthand extension to 0 inches, which is the normal case with a torque wrench, now change the length of the wrench to anything you want. The torque applied to the fastener will still equal the torque indicated at the wrench, because that is exactly what it is measuring. With different wrench lengths it will take less pull by the user to achieve that torque. Now if you add an extension on the lefthand end of the wrench you will get a different answer because now you have the applied torque indicated by the wrench plus the force you are applying multiplied by the additional extension. I'm not aware that this type of extension is commonly available but if it is then their calculator would be very useful to you. I could write the equations to get the same answer. Now if you are using a BEAM torque wrench, then it is slightly different. The calibration of the beam is based on a predetermined bending moment condition in the beam. If you put an extension on either end of that type of wrench then you would change the bending characteristics of the beam and get a different answer. I have experience with both types of wrench and a wrench that clicks is certainly easier to use, but a beam wrench that is not damaged and that is used correctly will never go out of calibration. > A short while ago there was a discussion over using an extension bar > with a torque wrench. The below may help. > > http://www.belknaptools.com/downloads.asp From billmasq at hotmail.com Fri Aug 5 17:02:38 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 16:02:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <4E3C7119.4090008@tx.rr.com> References: , <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com>, <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b>, <4E3C7119.4090008@tx.rr.com> Message-ID: At Boeing (where I WAS a tool design engineer before I retired this month) we have and use a simple principle with torque wrench extensions. If you put the extension on in-line with the handle (as is shown on the PDF) you use the simple calculator. An easier way is to put the extension on at 90 degrees, make sure that the extension is no more than 1/2 the length of the wrench handle and no correction is needed (I didn't believe it either until I made a test and had Cal-cert prove it to me on their tester machines!). For ease of calibration many if not most of the extended torquing is done this way in the factory. BillM > Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 17:39:21 -0500 > From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension > > As an engineer I know more than a little about torque, bending and > deflection, but I stayed out of this discussion the first time around. > > For a mechanical wrench of this type the amount of extension really > doesn't affect the torque. You can play with their calculator and it > will show this as well. For instance set the lefthand extension to 0 > inches, which is the normal case with a torque wrench, now change the > length of the wrench to anything you want. The torque applied to the > fastener will still equal the torque indicated at the wrench, because > that is exactly what it is measuring. With different wrench lengths it > will take less pull by the user to achieve that torque. Now if you add > an extension on the lefthand end of the wrench you will get a different > answer because now you have the applied torque indicated by the wrench > plus the force you are applying multiplied by the additional extension. > I'm not aware that this type of extension is commonly available but if > it is then their calculator would be very useful to you. I could write > the equations to get the same answer. > > Now if you are using a BEAM torque wrench, then it is slightly > different. The calibration of the beam is based on a predetermined > bending moment condition in the beam. If you put an extension on either > end of that type of wrench then you would change the bending > characteristics of the beam and get a different answer. > > I have experience with both types of wrench and a wrench that clicks is > certainly easier to use, but a beam wrench that is not damaged and that > is used correctly will never go out of calibration. > > > > A short while ago there was a discussion over using an extension bar > > with a torque wrench. The below may help. > > > > http://www.belknaptools.com/downloads.asp > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From billmasq at hotmail.com Fri Aug 5 17:03:20 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 16:03:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: References: , <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com>, <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b>, <4E3C7119.4090008@tx.rr.com>, Message-ID: At Boeing (where I WAS a tool design engineer before I retired this month) we have and use a simple principle with torque wrench extensions. If you put the extension on in-line with the handle (as is shown on the PDF) you use the simple calculator. An easier way is to put the extension on at 90 degrees, make sure that the extension is no more than 1/2 the length of the wrench handle and no correction is needed (I didn't believe it either until I made a test and had Cal-cert prove it to me on their tester machines!). For ease of calibration many if not most of the extended torquing is done this way in the factory. BillM > Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 17:39:21 -0500 > From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension > > As an engineer I know more than a little about torque, bending and > deflection, but I stayed out of this discussion the first time around. > > For a mechanical wrench of this type the amount of extension really > doesn't affect the torque. You can play with their calculator and it > will show this as well. For instance set the lefthand extension to 0 > inches, which is the normal case with a torque wrench, now change the > length of the wrench to anything you want. The torque applied to the > fastener will still equal the torque indicated at the wrench, because > that is exactly what it is measuring. With different wrench lengths it > will take less pull by the user to achieve that torque. Now if you add > an extension on the lefthand end of the wrench you will get a different > answer because now you have the applied torque indicated by the wrench > plus the force you are applying multiplied by the additional extension. > I'm not aware that this type of extension is commonly available but if > it is then their calculator would be very useful to you. I could write > the equations to get the same answer. > > Now if you are using a BEAM torque wrench, then it is slightly > different. The calibration of the beam is based on a predetermined > bending moment condition in the beam. If you put an extension on either > end of that type of wrench then you would change the bending > characteristics of the beam and get a different answer. > > I have experience with both types of wrench and a wrench that clicks is > certainly easier to use, but a beam wrench that is not damaged and that > is used correctly will never go out of calibration. > > > > A short while ago there was a discussion over using an extension bar > > with a torque wrench. The below may help. > > > > http://www.belknaptools.com/downloads.asp > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Fri Aug 5 17:28:32 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:28:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: References: , <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com>, <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b>, <4E3C7119.4090008@tx.rr.com>, Message-ID: <4E3C7CA0.2040003@tx.rr.com> Engineering statics would tell you that if the extension is perpendicular to the axis of the wrench, it doesn't matter what length it is. This also assumes that you are pulling perpendicular to the wrench, which was discussed back and forth in the original thread. > An easier way is to put the extension on at 90 degrees, make sure that the > extension is no more than 1/2 the length of the wrench handle and no > correction is needed (I didn't believe it either until I made a test and had > Cal-cert prove it to me on their tester machines!) From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Aug 5 19:10:12 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 21:10:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] brakes In-Reply-To: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> References: <304D3D1A-2B03-4AD3-B15D-7CCB8A1847D2@comcast.net> Message-ID: <5C8E984D7BD74FD4A9080DCC3A7BD90B@blackbox2> Isolate the problem. Disconnect the line going to the rear and block off it's hole in the 4 way with a bolt. Now you have just the master and the front brakes. Bleed it. If everything is OK then you know the problem is in the rear. Do the above and get back to us... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power Sent: Friday, August 05, 2011 12:12 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] brakes I am sooo frustrated.A while back I posted that I was having trouble bleeding the brakes on my 1959 bugeye.I have nearly completed the resto and STILL cannot get the brakes to work.I realized today that the previous owner had the brake reservoir connected to the clutch slave and the clutch reservoir connected to the 4 way brake connection.I switched these,bench bled both the clutch and the brake master cylinders and tried once more to bleed the brakes.Nada,no bubbles,nofluid,nothing.I am guessing I have dirt in the lines and/or a bad master cylinder?I have been bleeding the left rear,right rear,left front,right front.What's next? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 5 20:35:20 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 21:35:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [Fwd: Re: [...H...ealeys] Col Dodds] Message-ID: <4E3CA868.3030203@justbrits.com> Guys & Gals: More on me later as it can [ and will ] wait !! I received the following from an Oz pal via the Big Healey List and I am very sad to pass it on ! If you have questions, I will try to answer or get an answer. Ed ************************************************* * *I am very sad. A very close friend's daughter was killed in a car accident this morning at Kellyville. When the f#%ck will the NSW RTA realise that driver education saves lives? And #%^|king speed cameras just raise money???? How much did the NSW RTA spend on buying speed cameras last year? How much did they spend on young children driving courses? F&:$& you RTA. The blood is on your hands. Allegedly Catheine was killed by an unlicensed driver, in an unregistered car. YeH. Alledgedly . Where did the RTA train this clown? Without a licence????? Unregistered car?????? Allegedly. How did that happen? Tell me about your speed cameras and how they protect our children you fuckwits!! Tell me how you RTA clowns. Just venting guys. Why should one of us lose our daughter? Please, someone forward this to Ed, or the Sprite list. Col Dodds and his wife Carol, and Carly & Christopher need to know we love them Chris ** Ed PS: In addition, Chris sent me the following Link which is a local Newspaper story and photos. PPS: Would someone plz put up om SpriteSpot & BCF. -------- Original Message -------- http://hills-shire-times.whereilive.com.au/news/story/fatal-accident-in-kellyville/ http://hills-shire-times.whereilive.com.au/photos/gallery/fatal-crash/ *************************************************** On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 1:10 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " > wrote: Is that _*THE*_ "Colin Dodds", of SpriteParts. Chris ???? Chris' answer was 'yes' so here you are. From pilotrob at msn.com Fri Aug 5 20:46:46 2011 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 02:46:46 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... [Fwd: Re: [...H...ealeys] Col Dodds] Message-ID: You said a mouthful, Ed. Friend of mine's wife's car (older daughter aboard) was struck last week, not at speed, but hard enough to cause possible nerve damage to their kid by a guy with lapsed insurance. We are required to have uninsured motorist medical coverage so family will be OK financially at least. On the plus side, the guy gave the police a hard time and was arrested for obstruction and breach of peace. There are legal consequences in our state for driving without insurance so the matter will be further followed up in court. CB -----Original Message----- From: Shop at " Just Brits " Sent: Friday, August 5, 2011 10:35 PM To: 4 - bugeye at yahoo, 4 - MidgetSprite - Yahoo, 4 - Spridgets, 4 - sprite-midgetclub Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... [Fwd: Re: [...H...ealeys] Col Dodds] Guys & Gals: More on me later as it can [ and will ] wait !! I received the following from an Oz pal via the Big Healey List and I am very sad to pass it on ! If you have questions, I will try to answer or get an answer. Ed ************************************************* * *I am very sad. A very close friend's daughter was killed in a car accident this morning at Kellyville. When the f#%ck will the NSW RTA realise that driver education saves lives? And #%^|king speed cameras just raise money???? How much did the NSW RTA spend on buying speed cameras last year? How much did they spend on young children driving courses? F&:$& you RTA. The blood is on your hands. Allegedly Catheine was killed by an unlicensed driver, in an unregistered car. YeH. Alledgedly . Where did the RTA train this clown? Without a licence????? Unregistered car?????? Allegedly. How did that happen? Tell me about your speed cameras and how they protect our children you fuckwits!! Tell me how you RTA clowns. Just venting guys. Why should one of us lose our daughter? Please, someone forward this to Ed, or the Sprite list. Col Dodds and his wife Carol, and Carly & Christopher need to know we love them Chris ** Ed PS: In addition, Chris sent me the following Link which is a local Newspaper story and photos. PPS: Would someone plz put up om SpriteSpot & BCF. -------- Original Message -------- http://hills-shire-times.whereilive.com.au/news/story/fatal-accident-in-kellyville/ http://hills-shire-times.whereilive.com.au/photos/gallery/fatal-crash/ *************************************************** On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 1:10 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " > wrote: Is that _*THE*_ "Colin Dodds", of SpriteParts. Chris ???? Chris' answer was 'yes' so here you are. From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Fri Aug 5 21:02:19 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones at croakingfrog.net) Date: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:02:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Engine Pulled ...Awesome :) Message-ID: <4E3CAEBB.9080705@croakingfrog.net> OhSh!t on the farm ... The engine/trans is pulled on the 72RWA..... next up .... dash components..... then suspension.... Shew! http://ohshit.croakingfrogfarm.com/thumbnails.php?album=12 Chap From kk7ss at frontier.com Fri Aug 5 21:07:26 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 03:07:26 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Col Dodds] In-Reply-To: <4E3CA868.3030203@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <81455038.745982.1312600046561.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Always the innocent.... never the guilty! Damn it! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Shop at \" Just Brits \"" wrote: > Guys & Gals: > > More on me later as it can [ and will ] wait !! > > I received the following from an Oz pal via the Big Healey List > and I am very sad to pass it on ! > If you have questions, I will try to answer or get an answer. > > Ed > ************************************************* > * > *I am very sad. A very close friend's daughter was killed in a car > accident this morning at Kellyville. > When the f#%ck will the NSW RTA realise that driver education saves > lives? And #%^|king speed cameras just raise money???? > How much did the NSW RTA spend on buying speed cameras last year? How > much did they spend on young children driving courses? > F&:$& you RTA. The blood is on your hands. > Allegedly Catheine was killed by an unlicensed driver, in an > unregistered car. YeH. Alledgedly . Where did the RTA train this > clown? > Without a licence????? Unregistered car?????? > Allegedly. How did that happen? > Tell me about your speed cameras and how they protect our children you > fuckwits!! > Tell me how you RTA clowns. > Just venting guys. Why should one of us lose our daughter? > Please, someone forward this to Ed, or the Sprite list. > Col Dodds and his wife Carol, and Carly & Christopher need to know we > love them > Chris > ** > > Ed > > PS: In addition, Chris sent me the following Link which is a > local Newspaper story and photos. > PPS: Would someone plz put up om SpriteSpot & BCF. From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Fri Aug 5 21:14:48 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 23:14:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <53282.173.149.33.40.1312589318.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <20110806031448.A9C8Z.69329.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> > So if one has an extension as shown in the attached picture it doesn't > change the accuracy of the reading? I know little of these things but it > seems there would be the torque of the extension to take into account, > like torque sticks. What the torque sticks do, and what your extension might do to some extent, is to make the system a little less stiff and limit the force (torque) that transfers through the system from an IMPACT WRENCH. For static loads there is no difference. (There are lots of systems that behave differently when carrying dynamic loads vs. static loads- and this applies to electrical systems, mechanical systems, and plumbing systems.) > I guess what I'm asking is if I'm torquing my wheel nuts with a 3" > extension on my beam torque wrench then 85 ft-lbs indicated is 85 ft-lb > actual? Yes. From b-evans at earthlink.net Fri Aug 5 21:50:17 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 20:50:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] He should have stayed with his Mini Message-ID: <03ed01cc53eb$f53df4c0$dfb9de40$@net> http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/8683028/Rowan-Atkinson-injured-in-M cLaren-F1-supercar-crash.html From froggi60 at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 07:03:24 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 06:03:24 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> References: <853E86A0-48C6-4733-8AC2-E0D1544125A9@gmail.com> <17A35FE887874A03AF9B808A0ECC7F54@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: There are "torque multipliers" in various requirements. Herb On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 1:58 PM, Guy R Day wrote: > A short while ago there was a discussion over using an extension bar with a > torque wrench. The below may help. > > http://www.belknaptools.com/**downloads.asp > > > Guy R Day > ______________________________**_________________ From peter at nosimport.com Sat Aug 6 07:43:33 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 08:43:33 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell Message-ID: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's been this year........ Peter C From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 07:56:30 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 09:56:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: Which variety do you have? The cone type flower, or the weed type with symmetric blooms? On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:43 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's been > this year........ > > > Peter C > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/trevor.**jessie at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 6 08:04:46 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 07:04:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: http://home.howstuffworks.com/define-veronica-speedwell.htm ================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Trevor Jessie Sent: Saturday, August 06, 2011 6:57 AM To: Peter Caldwell Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Speedwell Which variety do you have? The cone type flower, or the weed type with symmetric blooms? On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:43 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's been > this year........ > > > Peter C > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/trevor.**jessie at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From peter at nosimport.com Sat Aug 6 08:32:54 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 09:32:54 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <201108060732543.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Hungarian v. autriaca not cone. Lovely blue, though. At 08:56 AM 8/6/2011, Trevor Jessie wrote: >Which variety do you have? The cone type flower, or the weed type >with symmetric blooms? > >On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:43 AM, Peter Caldwell ><peter at nosimport.com> wrote: >I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's >been this year........ > > >Peter C From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Sat Aug 6 08:49:06 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 10:49:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Call racers, and anyone going to historic fest LRP Message-ID: <035CC7F7-C560-4486-A75B-E8D5CB7771B7@hoppetool.com> First: Hi list! Will anyone be attending or racing at Limerock on labor day weekend? I will be there! Number 168 group 5! Second: I ran new hampshire Motorsports park back in may, the car felt pretty solid but I had a few questions, for anyone who knows the car it was Bud Pazur's (sorry Bud if I spelt your name wrong) and before that it was someone who raced it quite often. My question is the car slides quite a bit, this may be due to the bias ply tires, or having the sway bars set wrong...? Any input would be GREATLY appreciated on how to make the car handle a bit better.. At the spring vintage fest at NHMS I ran a best time of 1:25.460. I know the track record at Limerock is 1:02 set by a 948 bugeye, my grandfather drove the car there and ran a best time of 1:10.230. He also drove the car at NHMS and ran a best time of 1:28.750. Thanks!!! Sincerely, From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Aug 6 08:51:06 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 07:51:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: <201108060732543.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1312642266.97949.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Will the Ladies Garden Club be offering tours soon? Sheesh. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 8/6/11, Peter Caldwell wrote: From: Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Speedwell To: "Trevor Jessie" Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 10:32 AM Hungarian v. autriaca not cone. Lovely blue, though. At 08:56 AM 8/6/2011, Trevor Jessie wrote: >Which variety do you have? The cone type flower, or the weed type >with symmetric blooms? > >On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:43 AM, Peter Caldwell ><peter at nosimport.com> wrote: >I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's >been this year........ > > >Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From derf247 at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 09:15:43 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 10:15:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Torque wrench extension In-Reply-To: <20110806031448.A9C8Z.69329.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> References: <53282.173.149.33.40.1312589318.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <20110806031448.A9C8Z.69329.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> Message-ID: Yes, I neglected to mention the torque-to-yield extensions are for use with an impact wrench, not a beam or click torque wrench. From kidjoevid at yahoo.com Sat Aug 6 10:36:31 2011 From: kidjoevid at yahoo.com (Joe Lansing) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 09:36:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Master Cyl - thanks...pushrods Message-ID: <1312648591.47443.YahooMailNeo@web160708.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Thanks for all the help re my slave-master cylinder problem. After checking this weekend, I see I do have the shorter push rods. Are Moss push rods long enough? Looks like I need the clevis pins too...so I thought I would order there. Any advice? Thanks, Joe Lansing Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project From thcollin at mtu.edu Sat Aug 6 10:55:10 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:55:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <9dm03d$clk2bi@email.mtu.edu> Peter, The reference Corvallis provided says; "(Speedwell) . . .was pinned onto clothes to keep travelers from accidents." Here's an idea for you. In each parts order you send out include a piece of Speedwell with the promise of freedom from accidents. Better yet, I see a new product line for your business. Peter's parts and Talismans. You need to think like Dogbert here, but with a little tweeking I think something like this could save the economy. It certainly couldn't hurt! At 09:43 AM 8/6/2011, Peter Caldwell wrote: >I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's >been this year........ > > >Peter C >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/thcollin at mtu.edu Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From frog.aye at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 11:37:58 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 10:37:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Master Cyl - thanks...pushrods In-Reply-To: <1312648591.47443.YahooMailNeo@web160708.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312648591.47443.YahooMailNeo@web160708.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Joe, Not Mo$$. There are several list members who can supply you with what you need. In no particular order they are ED at Just Brits, Peter at World Wide Imports of Madison, Bill M. in Seattle, and Gerard at Gerard's Garage. Gerard's web site has LOTS of information on the push rods, etc. Hal On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:36 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: > Thanks for all the help re my slave-master cylinder problem. After checking > this weekend, I see I do have the shorter push rods. Are Moss push rods long > enough? Looks like I need the clevis pins too...so I thought I would order > there. Any advice? > > Thanks, > > Joe Lansing > Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 6 12:50:39 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 11:50:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$clk2bi@email.mtu.edu> References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <9dm03d$clk2bi@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: This is great. Kinda like topping out a building with a pine bough, in construction, for good luck. =================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Collins Sent: Saturday, August 06, 2011 9:55 AM To: Peter Caldwell; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Speedwell Peter, The reference Corvallis provided says; "(Speedwell) . . .was pinned onto clothes to keep travelers from accidents." Here's an idea for you. In each parts order you send out include a piece of Speedwell with the promise of freedom from accidents. Better yet, I see a new product line for your business. Peter's parts and Talismans. You need to think like Dogbert here, but with a little tweeking I think something like this could save the economy. It certainly couldn't hurt! =============================================== At 09:43 AM 8/6/2011, Peter Caldwell wrote: >I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's >been this year........ > > >Peter C >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/thcollin at mtu.edu Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From kidjoevid at yahoo.com Sat Aug 6 13:20:38 2011 From: kidjoevid at yahoo.com (Joe Lansing) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 12:20:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Leaky caliper Message-ID: <1312658438.48733.YahooMailNeo@web160719.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> After letting my Sprite sit for a year, I'm back working on master cylinder, clutch etc. and I just discovered a really really leaky front caliper. After disassembly I see it leaking from a port on the face the calipers seat in. I had put in all new seals about 18 months ago, and it has sat since then. I was surprised by the leak. Is there a reputable place to send for a professional rebuild? Should I try it rebuilding them again myself? Any good web resources on rebuilding them? Joe Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Aug 6 13:21:22 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:21:22 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Gas Tank- UPDATE Message-ID: Ok for now but how long before you have an entire gas tank made of tank sealer? Enquiring minds will want to know. In a message dated 29/07/2011 20:39:40 GMT Daylight Time, pythias at pacifier.com writes: $30 including tax. and i still have the gas can, most of the brake clean, and most the patch stuff. .. way less than the cost a new tank, even it would have come from CANADA. .. by the way, do those new tanks come with a drain plug? From kidjoevid at yahoo.com Sat Aug 6 13:22:24 2011 From: kidjoevid at yahoo.com (Joe Lansing) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 12:22:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Master Cyl - thanks...pushrods In-Reply-To: References: <1312648591.47443.YahooMailNeo@web160708.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1312658544.58852.YahooMailNeo@web160706.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Thank you. I dropped an email to Gerard this AM. He refurbed my master, so I'll look to him. ________________________________ From: Hal Faulkner To: Joe Lansing Cc: Spridgets Sent: Saturday, August 6, 2011 11:37 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Master Cyl - thanks...pushrods Joe, Not Mo$$. There are several list members who can supply you with what you need. In no particular order they are ED at Just Brits, Peter at World Wide Imports of Madison, Bill M. in Seattle, and Gerard at Gerard's Garage. Gerard's web site has LOTS of information on the push rods, etc. Hal On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:36 AM, Joe Lansing wrote: Thanks for all the help re my slave-master cylinder problem. After checking this weekend, I see I do have the shorter push rods. Are Moss push rods long enough? Looks like I need the clevis pins too...so I thought I would order there. Any advice? > >Thanks, > >Joe Lansing >Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Aug 6 13:24:57 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:24:57 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Reluctantly Offered Message-ID: Get a friend to drive her for you every 3 weeks? In a message dated 30/07/2011 19:12:15 GMT Daylight Time, kgb at frontiernet.net writes: In addition to a broken neck, I now also have five freshly separated ribs. I don't foresee myself driving Madge at any time in the reasonable future, and she is just too nice to allow to sit and deteriorate. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Aug 6 13:26:20 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:26:20 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Most Excellent Modified Bugeye Message-ID: A bathtub on wheels? In a message dated 30/07/2011 16:29:59 GMT Daylight Time, trevor.jessie at gmail.com writes: he could have had.............................. > > This! : http://www.caterham.co.uk/assets/html/showroom/superlightr500.html From kk7ss at frontier.com Sat Aug 6 14:03:36 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 20:03:36 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Most Excellent Modified Bugeye In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <522374552.750845.1312661015989.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> But a very fast and well planted bathtub... If only i had the cash... :( -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > A bathtub on wheels? > http://www.caterham.co.uk/assets/html/showroom/superlightr500.html From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 14:06:35 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:06:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Speedwell In-Reply-To: References: <201108060643428.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <9dm03d$clk2bi@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Stop! Stop!! Those are ICONS!!! Embed them in glass and place them in the altar at the back of your shop to sanctify it!! You know... The altar you sacrifice the old shocks on.....? Cheers!! Jim On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 1:50 PM, wrote: > This is great. Kinda like topping out a building with a pine bough, in > construction, for good luck. > =================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Collins > Sent: Saturday, August 06, 2011 9:55 AM > To: Peter Caldwell; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Speedwell > > Peter, > The reference Corvallis provided says; "(Speedwell) . . .was pinned > onto clothes to keep travelers from accidents." Here's an idea for > you. In each parts order you send out include a piece of Speedwell > with the promise of freedom from accidents. Better yet, I see a new > product line for your business. Peter's parts and Talismans. You need > to think like Dogbert here, but with a little tweeking I think > something like this could save the economy. It certainly couldn't hurt! > > > =============================================== > At 09:43 AM 8/6/2011, Peter Caldwell wrote: > >I was watering my Speedwell this morning thinking how prolific it's > >been this year........ > > > > > >Peter C > >_______________________________________________ > > > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > >Suggested annual donation $12.75 > >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > >Unsubscribe/Manage: > >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/thcollin at mtu.edu > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 15:18:33 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 16:18:33 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <201108051027207.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> <201108051027207.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: Hmmm..... I think Peter's book has won the "Whose Book is Better" competition. Of course, I could be wrong.... ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:27 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Mine's fifth printing 1972, and has the distributor drive orientation > picture correct, unlike Haynes. > Peter > > > At 11:42 AM 8/5/2011, you wrote: > >> Ooooo! You have the first printing. Mine has a green cover (matches the >> car!) and has a copyright of 1962. Title page reads, "....with a special >> section on Increasing Power & Performance by OCee Ritch Technical Editor, >> Clymer Publications" >> >> Still has "THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE" on page 240. >> Which is why I bought it. >> DW >> >> >> On 8/5/2011 8:18 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: >> >>> That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. >>> Peter C >>> >>> At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >>> >>>> Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite >>>> Sprite >>>> story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being >>>> driven >>>> cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. >>>> >>>> Rick >>>> >>> ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/bmwwxman@**gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From clarici at verizon.net Sat Aug 6 15:38:06 2011 From: clarici at verizon.net (Frankie Clarici 4th) Date: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 17:38:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] My 58 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9A6E5AD7-2D6F-4CFD-A8E3-7E5594A823B6@verizon.net> I actually didn't put anything in it. There was less than a gallon of gas in the car. I wasn't planning on letting it sit so long. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 5, 2011, at 1:50 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > That's cool Frankie. I would have thought that ethanol gas would have really gunked things up in 2 years. Did you put any stabilizer in the tank when you stored it? > > Heard > > On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 8:55 AM, Frankie Clarici 4th wrote: > Well My 58 bugeye has been sitting in storage for 2 years. (embaresed). Picked > it up last night. A quick jump start and it fired right up on 2 year gas. I > filled it up with super and took off for a 12 mile drive home. It ran great. I > guess it pays to have the "dean of spridgets" build your car. Other than an > oil change and a good cleaning it's ready to go. Although it may need a > battery. > > I am just sad that I never got the picture dad wanted of me, Frankie 5 and him > In the sprite. > > He gave my wife a baby seat for the car when she had her shower. > > Thanks > Frankie > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > > > > -- > Heard Saxon > Datatron Technical Services, Inc. > 888-362-3977 From sethamosjones at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 16:20:32 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 17:20:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> <201108051027207.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <729D60E0-5836-42A8-9622-8C7E808DE60C@gmail.com> I'd love to compare the different editions. So far I've found that the pre 1975 Haynes manual has better wiring diagrams and even some better illustrations here and there, but while the later one omits some important info it also has some additional info and tips that makes it almost as valuable as the earlier edition. I assume the same owuld be true of the clymer manuals. On Aug 6, 2011 AD, at 4:18 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > Hmmm..... I think Peter's book has won the "Whose Book is Better" > competition. Of course, I could be wrong.... ;-) > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:27 PM, Peter Caldwell > wrote: > >> Mine's fifth printing 1972, and has the distributor drive orientation >> picture correct, unlike Haynes. >> Peter >> >> >> At 11:42 AM 8/5/2011, you wrote: >> >>> Ooooo! You have the first printing. Mine has a green cover >>> (matches the >>> car!) and has a copyright of 1962. Title page reads, "....with a >>> special >>> section on Increasing Power & Performance by OCee Ritch Technical >>> Editor, >>> Clymer Publications" >>> >>> Still has "THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE" on page 240. >>> Which is why I bought it. >>> DW >>> >>> >>> On 8/5/2011 8:18 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: >>> >>>> That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. >>>> Peter C >>>> >>>> At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >>>> >>>>> Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite >>>>> Sprite >>>>> story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) >>>>> being >>>>> driven >>>>> cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. >>>>> >>>>> Rick >>>>> >>>> ______________________________**_________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html> > >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** >> options/spridgets/bmwwxman@**gmail.com> > >> >> > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/sethamosjones at gmail.com From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 17:16:18 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 18:16:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <729D60E0-5836-42A8-9622-8C7E808DE60C@gmail.com> References: <1312504735.30930.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <201108050618924.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <4E3C1D73.9010701@wi.net> <201108051027207.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <729D60E0-5836-42A8-9622-8C7E808DE60C@gmail.com> Message-ID: I also have the book with the photos of the Sprite MkII on top, and the Bugeye in the bottom photo. It has the special section on Increasing Power & Performance. and the story on page 240. The cover price is $4.00 On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 5:20 PM, Seth Jones wrote: > I'd love to compare the different editions. So far I've found that the pre > 1975 Haynes manual has better wiring diagrams and even some better > illustrations here and there, but while the later one omits some important > info it also has some additional info and tips that makes it almost as > valuable as the earlier edition. I assume the same owuld be true of the > clymer manuals. > On Aug 6, 2011 AD, at 4:18 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > > Hmmm..... I think Peter's book has won the "Whose Book is Better" >> competition. Of course, I could be wrong.... ;-) >> >> Cheers!! >> Jim >> >> On Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:27 PM, Peter Caldwell >> wrote: >> >> Mine's fifth printing 1972, and has the distributor drive orientation >>> picture correct, unlike Haynes. >>> Peter >>> >>> >>> At 11:42 AM 8/5/2011, you wrote: >>> >>> Ooooo! You have the first printing. Mine has a green cover (matches >>>> the >>>> car!) and has a copyright of 1962. Title page reads, "....with a >>>> special >>>> section on Increasing Power & Performance by OCee Ritch Technical >>>> Editor, >>>> Clymer Publications" >>>> >>>> Still has "THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE" on page 240. >>>> Which is why I bought it. >>>> DW >>>> >>>> >>>> On 8/5/2011 8:18 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: >>>> >>>> That, in my opinion is the real worth of that book. >>>>> Peter C >>>>> >>>>> At 07:38 PM 8/4/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >>>>> >>>>> Go to Page 240, "They Said it Couldn't be Done!" It's my favorite >>>>>> Sprite >>>>>> story of the '59 factory Sebring car (along with a factory MGA) being >>>>>> driven >>>>>> cross country to LA after the cars finished the race at Sebring. >>>>>> >>>>>> Rick >>>>>> >>>>>> ______________________________****_________________ >>>>> >>>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.****html >>> > >>> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/**** >>> options/spridgets/bmwwxman@**g**mail.com < >>> http://autox.team.**net/mailman/options/spridgets/**bmwwxman at gmail.com >>> > >>> >>> >>> >> >> -- >> Cheers!! >> Jim Johnson >> Sprite-Midget Club USA >> > >> High Plains Youth Hockey >> > >> Dodge City Trail of Fame >> > >> Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology >> Yup. I stay plenty busy!! >> bmwwxman at gmail.com >> ______________________________**_________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/**options/spridgets/** >> sethamosjones at gmail.com >> > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/tequila.**brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 6 17:31:33 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 16:31:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <729D60E0-5836-42A8-9622-8C7E808DE60C@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1312673493.26410.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Sett, I have a newer edition that includes cars up to the Sprite Mk IV and Midget Mk III. This book was in the boot of my Bugeye when I bought it and is just falling to pieces, but is pretty much complete. No printing date as that page is missing. The other copy I have is in very good condition, almost like new and was printed in 1962, so no info on cars after that, but it was the one of the books I consulted during the restoration. I agree about the wiring diagram. By far, the best to work from as you can see how many and what type of bullet connectors to use. It is also easier to follow for the non-electrical type. (myself) Everything worked, electrically speaking the first time and still does 11 years later. One little note, I used Kopper-Paste in all the bullet connectors to preclude corrosion which is the biggest problem with Lucas electrical systems. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/6/11, Seth Jones wrote: From: Seth Jones Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc To: "Jim Johnson" Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 10:20 PM I'd love to compare the different editions. So far I've found that the pre 1975 Haynes manual has better wiring diagrams and even some better illustrations here and there, but while the later one omits some important info it also has some additional info and tips that makes it almost as valuable as the earlier edition. I assume the same owuld be true of the clymer manuals. From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 18:20:16 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 19:20:16 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals Message-ID: I was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I had forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From kk7ss at frontier.com Sat Aug 6 19:24:27 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 01:24:27 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals In-Reply-To: <2141304742.753021.1312679955478.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I'll see your Pittman's book and rise you an InterEurope manual and an Autobook manual. IMHO, The early (red and orange cover) Haynes have viewable pictures, the later (blue) editions are Xerox copies and the pictures are cr*p! I have three seperate editions of the Bentley but my pride and joy are a BL Service Dept parts manual and a Dealers BL Workshop Manual. Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Brad Fornal" wrote: > I was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I > had > > forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" > > The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* > > Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. > > Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY > > it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 > > Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Aug 6 19:49:18 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 18:49:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: BL Special Tools Message-ID: <1312681758.23916.YahooMailClassic@web161220.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> From: HealeyRick Subject: BL Special Tools To: "Dave KK7SS" Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:48 PM Trevor Boicey has taken care of that: http://www.brit.ca/~tboicey/comics/sst.html Trevor has some other good ones here: http://www.boicey.com/comics.html Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 8/6/11, Dave KK7SS wrote: From: Dave KK7SS Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals To: "Brad Fornal" Cc: "Spridget list" Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:24 PM Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Brad Fornal" wrote: > I was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I > had > > forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" > > The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* > > Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. > > Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY > > it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 > > Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Sat Aug 6 19:57:25 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 01:57:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] BL Special Tools In-Reply-To: <1312681683.34990.YahooMailClassic@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <471436803.753286.1312682245187.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Wow! I didn't know I had some already sitting in my toolbox :^D -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "HealeyRick" wrote: > Trevor Boicey has taken care of that: > http://www.brit.ca/~tboicey/comics/sst.html Trevor has some other good > ones here: http://www.boicey.com/comics.html From b-evans at earthlink.net Sat Aug 6 21:12:15 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 20:12:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals In-Reply-To: <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <2141304742.753021.1312679955478.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <044501cc54af$cf62cb30$6e286190$@net> Dave KK7SS wrote: "Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-)" Aw, that's easy enough. Just dig into your chump change and get your 3D copier! Think of the money you could make! Buster From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Aug 6 22:26:50 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 23:26:50 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals In-Reply-To: <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <2141304742.753021.1312679955478.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Ok, how about the hardcover Chiltons MG repair manual, for MGB, MGC, MG Midget, MG 1100, Austin America, Sprite (Mk. IV/Midget Mk. III) with a 7-color peel-away insert (shows you how the engine works. The peel away is like the old girlie calendar, with the clothes on a clear cell, that you lifted, to see the girl nekkid) this is printed in '69 And the hardcover Glenn's Austin - Austin Healey repair and tune-up guide, from '65 That's it, all books on the table. LOL On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 8:24 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > I'll see your Pittman's book and rise you an InterEurope manual and an > Autobook manual. > > IMHO, The early (red and orange cover) Haynes have viewable pictures, the > later (blue) editions are Xerox copies and the pictures are cr*p! > I have three seperate editions of the Bentley but my pride and joy are a BL > Service Dept parts manual and a Dealers BL Workshop Manual. > > Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Brad Fornal" wrote: > > > I was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I > > had > > > > forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" > > > > The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* > > > > Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. > > > > Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY > > > > it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 > > > > Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From frog.aye at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 00:08:20 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2011 23:08:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Leaky caliper In-Reply-To: <1312658438.48733.YahooMailNeo@web160719.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312658438.48733.YahooMailNeo@web160719.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Joe, Sierra specialties: http://www.brakecylinder.com/index.htm I'm sure someone on the list will correct me if there is a better place! Hal On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 12:20 PM, Joe Lansing wrote: > After letting my Sprite sit for a year, I'm back working on master > cylinder, > clutch etc. and I just discovered a really really leaky front caliper. > After disassembly I see it leaking from a port on the face the calipers > seat > in. I had put in all new seals about 18 months ago, and it has sat since > then. > I was surprised by the leak. Is there a reputable place to send for a > professional rebuild? Should I try it rebuilding them again myself? Any > good > web resources on rebuilding them? > > Joe > Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 7 02:32:55 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 04:32:55 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Message-ID: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> I don't think Floyd Clymer morphed into Veloce Publishing. The founder of Veloce was with Haynes Publishing and either left or was made redundant so founded his own publishing company. I don't think Daniel Stapleton would be that bothered if you wanted to use the Suspension data table from the Power Tune book as he split that data into separate tables in a much later book: The MG Midget and A-H Sprite High Performance Manual'. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 05/08/2011 00:08:22 GMT Daylight Time, sethamosjones at gmail.com writes: Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. -seth From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 7 02:45:08 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 04:45:08 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Master Cyl - thanks...pushrods Message-ID: <1dbe.1794c286.3b6faa94@aol.com> I use Aviation clevis pins (and other hardware) from _www.aircraftspruce.com_ (http://www.aircraftspruce.com) Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 06/08/2011 17:45:37 GMT Daylight Time, kidjoevid at yahoo.com writes: clevis pins too...so I thought I would order there. Any advice From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 7 02:49:28 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 04:49:28 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals Message-ID: <1e29.5a32bc2e.3b6fab98@aol.com> I've seen this book and while it's scarce it's not especially valuable. Sadly nowadays its rare to come across really good tech books - like 'Fundamentals of Automotive Transmission' that I had to search some years for. Weslake-Monza 1330 - my book case has better car tech books than public libraries and matchs good reference libraries. In a message dated 07/08/2011 01:45:52 GMT Daylight Time, tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? -- DON JULIO 1942 From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 05:48:50 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 06:48:50 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals In-Reply-To: <1e29.5a32bc2e.3b6fab98@aol.com> References: <1e29.5a32bc2e.3b6fab98@aol.com> Message-ID: I never felt it was valuable, but the size makes it easy to keep in the car, if you would want to do such a thing. The only valuable book I have, IMHO, is the hardcover Total Tuning for the Classic MG Midget & A-H Sprite On Sun, Aug 7, 2011 at 3:49 AM, wrote: > ** > I've seen this book and while it's scarce it's not especially valuable. > Sadly nowadays its rare to come across really good tech books - like > 'Fundamentals of Automotive Transmission' that I had to search some years > for. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 - my book case has better car tech books than public > libraries and matchs good reference libraries. > > In a message dated 07/08/2011 01:45:52 GMT Daylight Time, > tequila.brad at gmail.com writes: > > The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* > Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. > Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY > it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 > Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From sethamosjones at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 09:45:18 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 10:45:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals In-Reply-To: <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <697154577.753036.1312680267468.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Some of those tools look like you might be able to make them at home, but not all of them. On Aug 6, 2011 AD, at 8:24 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > I'll see your Pittman's book and rise you an InterEurope manual and > an Autobook manual. > > IMHO, The early (red and orange cover) Haynes have viewable > pictures, the later (blue) editions are Xerox copies and the > pictures are cr*p! > I have three seperate editions of the Bentley but my pride and joy > are a BL Service Dept parts manual and a Dealers BL Workshop Manual. > > Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Brad Fornal" wrote: > >> I was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I >> had >> >> forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" >> >> The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* >> >> Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. >> >> Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY >> >> it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 >> >> Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? > _______________________________________________ > > 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/sethamosjones at gmail.com From sethamosjones at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 09:48:47 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 10:48:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> References: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> Message-ID: <074D8073-B081-4137-84DC-7B6197F916A4@gmail.com> Well they have the rights to it anyhow http://www.velocepress.com/about/ On Aug 7, 2011 AD, at 3:32 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > I don't think Floyd Clymer morphed into Veloce Publishing. The > founder of Veloce was with Haynes Publishing and either left or was > made redundant so founded his own publishing company. > > I don't think Daniel Stapleton would be that bothered if you wanted > to use the Suspension data table from the Power Tune book as he > split that data into separate tables in a much later book: The MG > Midget and A-H Sprite High Performance Manual'. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 05/08/2011 00:08:22 GMT Daylight Time, sethamosjones at gmail.com > writes: > Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce > press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files > and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post > this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it > > Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I > can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG > Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. > > -seth From sethamosjones at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 09:49:25 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 10:49:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> References: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> Message-ID: <3CC3E5B1-1DE6-4D80-BF3E-31E883E5749D@gmail.com> See also http://www.velocepress.com/authors/clymer.php On Aug 7, 2011 AD, at 3:32 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > I don't think Floyd Clymer morphed into Veloce Publishing. The > founder of Veloce was with Haynes Publishing and either left or was > made redundant so founded his own publishing company. > > I don't think Daniel Stapleton would be that bothered if you wanted > to use the Suspension data table from the Power Tune book as he > split that data into separate tables in a much later book: The MG > Midget and A-H Sprite High Performance Manual'. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 05/08/2011 00:08:22 GMT Daylight Time, sethamosjones at gmail.com > writes: > Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce > press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files > and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post > this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it > > Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I > can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG > Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. > > -seth From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 7 10:08:44 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 12:08:44 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Message-ID: <24595.7ba2dfd3.3b70128c@aol.com> It looks as if Veloce Press and Veloce Publishing are two wholly separate companies. In a message dated 07/08/2011 16:49:17 GMT Daylight Time, sethamosjones at gmail.com writes: Well they have the rights to it anyhow _http://www.velocepress.com/about/_ (http://www.velocepress.com/about/) On Aug 7, 2011 AD, at 3:32 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: I don't think Floyd Clymer morphed into Veloce Publishing. The founder of Veloce was with Haynes Publishing and either left or was made redundant so founded his own publishing company. From kidjoevid at yahoo.com Sun Aug 7 10:23:38 2011 From: kidjoevid at yahoo.com (Joe Lansing) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 09:23:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Leaky caliper - picture Message-ID: <1312734218.74636.YahooMailNeo@web160713.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Thanks for the guidance on brake calipers. Just a couple other questions: Can I really find 'em at NAPA? Given how little time I have to work on stuff, this seems like a no-brainer. Buy a rebuilt set at NAPA and mount 'em up. I would pay a hefty shipping fee to send mine off and get rebuilt. And I've never had mine on the road since salvaging them off a '65. Mine started spontaneously leaking from the port ID'ed in the attached picture. Joe Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of caliper.jpg] From sethamosjones at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 10:57:34 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 11:57:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Autocar June 2 1961 Announcing the birth of the MKII Sprite In-Reply-To: References: <1c20.25185fbf.3b6fa7b7@aol.com> <3CC3E5B1-1DE6-4D80-BF3E-31E883E5749D@gmail.com> Message-ID: Includes an overview of the basic model, and a road test of the de luxe model. I also included exceprpts from the "news and views" section which announced that the donald healey motor company wouldnt be able to supercharge a MKII just yet even though elsewhere in the same magazine a Shorrock ad was found that offered a MKII kit. Also in that same section was an announcement that BMC would now offer seatbelt mounting points standard on every car they sell. In the PDF linked from the article below you will also find a report on the Scottish rally where three sprites competed. However the article makes only passing mention of those cars so I haven't put it on the webpage (if anyone thinks I should, then I might do that). http://www.spridgetguru.com/SprteZineAds/Pages/1961.html From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 7 11:07:03 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 10:07:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Leaky caliper - picture In-Reply-To: <1312734218.74636.YahooMailNeo@web160713.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312734218.74636.YahooMailNeo@web160713.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Well, they do have them. Left: http://tinyurl.com/3j2ax5e Right: http://tinyurl.com/3rqtv3u =============================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Joe Lansing Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 9:24 AM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Leaky caliper - picture Thanks for the guidance on brake calipers. Just a couple other questions: Can I really find 'em at NAPA? Given how little time I have to work on stuff, this seems like a no-brainer. Buy a rebuilt set at NAPA and mount 'em up. I would pay a hefty shipping fee to send mine off and get rebuilt. And I've never had mine on the road since salvaging them off a '65. Mine started spontaneously leaking from the port ID'ed in the attached picture. Joe Home of the Perpetual Sprite Project [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of caliper.jpg] Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From nases at verizon.net Sun Aug 7 11:11:50 2011 From: nases at verizon.net (Philip Nase) Date: Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:11:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Eastern OSHIT Yesterday Firing Larry's Midget Message-ID: Took some video yesterday at the OSHIT hosted by Kevin Valentine. We got Larry Macy's new 1500 fired and run-in and lots of other tasks to get Larry back on the road. http://gallery.me.com/pnase#100155&view=grid&bgcolor=black&sel=7 Phil Nase Quakertown, PA http://home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ From mgmaven at bellsouth.net Sun Aug 7 12:27:21 2011 From: mgmaven at bellsouth.net (Bob Spruck) Date: Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:27:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim. net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> If you want to read about and see photos of the resurrection of a Spridget in really poor condition, get a copy of Lindsay Porter's "Guide to Purchase & DIY Restoration of the MG Midget & Austin Healey Sprite" from Haynes - ISBN 0 85429 336 1. It shows a car that we in this country wouldn't even consider as able to be saved. It does show some photos of parts of the insides of a car most of us would never (never want to ) see. It may give you some encouragement if yours isn't as bad as the one depicted in the book. Good luck. Keep us posted, Bob At 02:23 PM 7/31/2011, Andrew Payne wrote: >I know I've said many times on this list that I'm about to put the >new panels in my car, but I just took the air chisel to it so this >time I mean it! >I've braced the door openings with a 2x6 and another between the >two. The car currently sits on wheel dollys. I have removed one >outer sill, the driver's side. The floors and outer sills are badly >rusted. I will replace floors, both inner and outer sills, pillars, >and many additional patches. >Many have suggested rolling the car to its side, but I question the >stresses on the car. Does anyone have thoughts on the best order of >replacement, and how to approach the task? >My repair manual indicates that it is best to do floors with the car >resting on the ground. I have very little good metal and little >strength, with few places to weld to in the early steps. I don't >want the car to crack like an egg. >Thanks for the help! >Drew >Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry >_______________________________________________ From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 7 13:09:15 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 12:09:15 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <46688807A5DE4C4FB128EE88F48993C6@spider> eBay http://tinyurl.com/3l7kj2d Amazon.com: http://tinyurl.com/3ctu9cm ============================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bob Spruck Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 11:27 AM To: andrewpayne at intrex.net; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! If you want to read about and see photos of the resurrection of a Spridget in really poor condition, get a copy of Lindsay Porter's "Guide to Purchase & DIY Restoration of the MG Midget & Austin Healey Sprite" from Haynes - ISBN 0 85429 336 1. It shows a car that we in this country wouldn't even consider as able to be saved. It does show some photos of parts of the insides of a car most of us would never (never want to ) see. It may give you some encouragement if yours isn't as bad as the one depicted in the book. Good luck. Keep us posted, Bob From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 7 14:36:11 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 13:36:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <3CC3E5B1-1DE6-4D80-BF3E-31E883E5749D@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1312749371.2232.YahooMailClassic@web180604.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> For those looking for this publication, Ebay has one on the "buy it now" type of auction with free shipping. http://tinyurl.com/3uod825 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sun, 8/7/11, Seth Jones wrote: From: Seth Jones Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc To: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Sunday, August 7, 2011, 3:49 PM See also http://www.velocepress.com/authors/clymer.php On Aug 7, 2011 AD, at 3:32 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > I don't think Floyd Clymer morphed into Veloce Publishing. The > founder of Veloce was with Haynes Publishing and either left or was > made redundant so founded his own publishing company. > > I don't think Daniel Stapleton would be that bothered if you wanted > to use the Suspension data table from the Power Tune book as he > split that data into separate tables in a much later book: The MG > Midget and A-H Sprite High Performance Manual'. > > Weslake-Monza 1330 > > In a message dated 05/08/2011 00:08:22 GMT Daylight Time, sethamosjones at gmail.com > writes: > Anyway, Floyd Clymer died in 1970 and his company morphed into Veloce > press (didn't know that when I started tidying up the scanned files > and turning it into a pdf). I would like to ask permission to post > this manual, but most often when I email a company they just ignore it > > Also I would like to get in touch with Daniel Stapleton and ask if I > can use his suspension Data tables from his book How to power tune MG > Midget And Austin Healey Sprite. > > -seth Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.net From shop at justbrits.com Sun Aug 7 14:40:21 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:40:21 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <46688807A5DE4C4FB128EE88F48993C6@spider> References: <537781577-1312136608-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1860875182-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> <46688807A5DE4C4FB128EE88F48993C6@spider> Message-ID: <4E3EF835.1010107@justbrits.com> Holy Crap, Batman !!!!!! $91.43 + $3.99shipping Used - Like New Who is gonna step up an RE-publish ?!? Even in todays 'money' oughta be able to do better than THAT ! ! ! Ed PS: Joe, did you get my PM ref caliper ?!? From kk7ss at frontier.com Sun Aug 7 15:18:31 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 21:18:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <1520682685.758383.1312751911796.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Second book I bought ! Very informative. :) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Bob Spruck" wrote: > If you want to read about and see photos of the resurrection of a > Spridget in really poor condition, get a copy of Lindsay Porter's > "Guide to Purchase & DIY Restoration of the MG Midget & Austin Healey > Sprite" from Haynes - ISBN 0 85429 336 1. It shows a car that we in > this country wouldn't even consider as able to be saved. It does show > some photos of parts of the insides of a car most of us would never > (never want to ) see. It may give you some encouragement if yours > isn't as bad as the one depicted in the book. From eap2140 at yahoo.com Sun Aug 7 17:21:43 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 16:21:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... Message-ID: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run exceptionally hot. This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward the hot end of the gauge. Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I should be getting? I'm thinking 165 degrees. Should I go any cooler than that? Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. Ouch! Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From billmasq at hotmail.com Sun Aug 7 19:01:02 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 18:01:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Ed I would first check the gauge to see if it is accurate. 180 should be fine in SC. BillM > Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 16:21:43 -0700 > From: eap2140 at yahoo.com > To: Spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... > > I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run > exceptionally hot. This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. > Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward the > hot end of the gauge. Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I should > be getting? I'm thinking 165 degrees. Should I go any cooler than that? > Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. Ouch! > > > > Edward Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Sun Aug 7 19:22:07 2011 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 01:22:07 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south......* In-Reply-To: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <625109357.348458.1312766527093.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Yeah, I think a cooler thermostat would help--worth trying anyway, since a thermo isn't expensive.B Nowadays they tell you not to go lower because the computers in today's vehicles depend on a constant engine temperature at something like 190-195 degrees.B But the Spridgets are fortunate to have predated the computer junk so the cooler thermo might help.B But first, be sure the system is healthy.B Use a cleaner and back flush it to be sure you are getting good flow. Just my loose change. --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Edward Perez" To: Spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 7:21:43 PM Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run exceptionally hot. B This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward the hot end of the gauge. B Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I should be getting? B I'm thinking 165 degrees. B Should I go any cooler than that? Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. B Ouch! B Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Sun Aug 7 19:26:43 2011 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 01:26:43 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <911208072.348639.1312766803710.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> That is one great book and a MUST own for anyone restoring a Spridget.B Lots of good info there. That was the first book I bought when I first embarked on restoring my old Sprite. Just my loose change on the subject! --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bob Spruck" To: andrewpayne at intrex.net, "Spridgets" Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 2:27:21 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! If you want to read about and see photos of the resurrection of a Spridget in really poor condition, get a copy of Lindsay Porter's "Guide to Purchase & DIY Restoration of the MG Midget & Austin Healey Sprite" from Haynes B - ISBN 0 85429 336 1. It shows a car that we in this country wouldn't even consider as able to be saved. It does show some photos of parts of the insides of a car most of us would never (never want to ) see. It may give you some encouragement if yours isn't as bad as the one depicted in the book. Good luck. Keep us posted, Bob At 02:23 PM 7/31/2011, Andrew Payne wrote: >I know I've said many times on this list that I'm about to put the >new panels in my car, but I just took the air chisel to it so this >time I mean it! >I've braced the door openings with a 2x6 and another between the >two. The car currently sits on wheel dollys. I have removed one >outer sill, the driver's side. The floors and outer sills are badly >rusted. I will replace floors, both inner and outer sills, pillars, >and many additional patches. >Many have suggested rolling the car to its side, but I question the >stresses on the car. Does anyone have thoughts on the best order of >replacement, and how to approach the task? >My repair manual indicates that it is best to do floors with the car >resting on the ground. I have very little good metal and little >strength, with few places to weld to in the early steps. I don't >want the car to crack like an egg. >Thanks for the help! >Drew >Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry >_______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From kmappley at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 19:33:03 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 20:33:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] ReFloyd Clymer Spridget manual ect Message-ID: Well I have Clymers and its an interesting read. I also have 'The MG Workshop Manual' Complete tuning and Maintenance for ALL models from " M" type to T.F. So if anyone needs to rebuild there Wilson preselector gearbox or change out the generator in there "K" type just let me know! Kurt. From jpaschke at bak.rr.com Sun Aug 7 19:35:16 2011 From: jpaschke at bak.rr.com (Jon Paschke) Date: Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:35:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> It really doesn't matter what the thermostat opens at. If your cooling system will not keep the motor at 180 it sure won't keep it lower, once either thermostat opens they have the same size openings and will flow all the coolant that can flow. Work on your radiator, a re-core is highly recommended - you can get a modern core that works way better put in the rad. On 8/7/2011 6:01 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: > Ed > I would first check the gauge to see if it is accurate. 180 should be fine in > SC. > BillM > >> Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 16:21:43 -0700 >> From: eap2140 at yahoo.com >> To: Spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... >> >> I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run >> exceptionally hot. This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. >> Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward > the >> hot end of the gauge. Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I > should >> be getting? I'm thinking 165 degrees. Should I go any cooler than that? >> Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. Ouch! >> >> >> >> Edward Perez >> Summerville, SC >> 78 Midget (1275) >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jpaschke at bak.rr.com From johnsfolly at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 19:43:26 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (JohnD) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 21:43:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? Message-ID: Hello, out there. I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at Elkhart Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum in SW Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the vintage race that used to coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I believe Jaguar is the featured marque. In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? -- JohnD *Driving in the past lane!* JohnsfollyVintageRacing From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sun Aug 7 20:15:20 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 21:15:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Sun, Aug 7, 2011 at 8:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > Gran Prix au Grattan > Is that the race where they sprinkle all the cars with cheese?? ;-) -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Aug 7 20:18:08 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 22:18:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Sort of like the Bugyes original horn.. In-Reply-To: <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> Message-ID: <8E969E578754441A99785EEE17EFA051@blackbox2> A little horn similar to the Bugeye's... http://www.dealextreme.com/p/auto-parts-car-electric-horn-speaker-black-12v- 90963 I have an original Bugeye horn, but it's not very loud. This one is much better. Warning...made and sold from China. From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Sun Aug 7 21:07:21 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 23:07:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > Hello, out there. > I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at Elkhart > Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum in SW > Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will be > taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with that white > trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign the "Works > Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 weeks. Curious > if any listers might be there as well. This is the vintage race that used to > coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is this > years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I believe > Jaguar is the featured marque. > > In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime Rock > over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday because the > little church above the straightaway has made Sunday racing illegal in > Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is still running, I hope to > be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race and miscellaneous vintage > activities. Anybody else going? > > -- JohnD > > *Driving in the past lane!* > JohnsfollyVintageRacing > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Sun Aug 7 22:24:23 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (Home Handy) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 23:24:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: I too will be at Grattan in 2 weeks. I am builder, crew etc. on Bugeye #9. Driver is my son Don (not on list)Hope to see you all there. Jeff Kelly -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM To: JohnD Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > Hello, out there. > I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at Elkhart > Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum > in SW > Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will > be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with > that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign > the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 > weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the > vintage race that used to > coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is > this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I > believe Jaguar is the featured marque. > > In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime > Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday > because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday > racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is > still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race > and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? > > -- JohnD > > *Driving in the past lane!* > JohnsfollyVintageRacing > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation > $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Sun Aug 7 22:25:20 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (Home Handy) Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 23:25:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> Matt, what engine you running??? Jeff Kelly -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM To: JohnD Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > Hello, out there. > I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at Elkhart > Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum > in SW > Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will > be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with > that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign > the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 > weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the > vintage race that used to > coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is > this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I > believe Jaguar is the featured marque. > > In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime > Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday > because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday > racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is > still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race > and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? > > -- JohnD > > *Driving in the past lane!* > JohnsfollyVintageRacing > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation > $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From andrewpayne at intrex.net Sun Aug 7 22:40:57 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 04:40:57 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! In-Reply-To: <911208072.348639.1312766803710.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <20110807182741.287D11878F7@autox.team.net><911208072.348639.1312766803710.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <1149140767-1312778457-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1552683354-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> I have consulted this book extensively. It was probably the horrid state of the cars in the book that finally convinced me to go ahead with my project. I actually used this book the last time I gave the car a going over. Of course, the car was in better shape last time around. I am finding myself comfortable doing the work, but the car has no happy surprises so far. Drew Safety-fast.tumblr.com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -----Original Message----- From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 01:26:43 To: Bob Spruck Cc: ; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! That is one great book and a MUST own for anyone restoring a Spridget.B Lots of good info there. That was the first book I bought when I first embarked on restoring my old Sprite. Just my loose change on the subject! --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bob Spruck" To: andrewpayne at intrex.net, "Spridgets" Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 2:27:21 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Working on the car, this time for real! If you want to read about and see photos of the resurrection of a Spridget in really poor condition, get a copy of Lindsay Porter's "Guide to Purchase & DIY Restoration of the MG Midget & Austin Healey Sprite" from Haynes B - ISBN 0 85429 336 1. It shows a car that we in this country wouldn't even consider as able to be saved. It does show some photos of parts of the insides of a car most of us would never (never want to ) see. It may give you some encouragement if yours isn't as bad as the one depicted in the book. Good luck. Keep us posted, Bob At 02:23 PM 7/31/2011, Andrew Payne wrote: >I know I've said many times on this list that I'm about to put the >new panels in my car, but I just took the air chisel to it so this >time I mean it! >I've braced the door openings with a 2x6 and another between the >two. The car currently sits on wheel dollys. I have removed one >outer sill, the driver's side. The floors and outer sills are badly >rusted. I will replace floors, both inner and outer sills, pillars, >and many additional patches. >Many have suggested rolling the car to its side, but I question the >stresses on the car. Does anyone have thoughts on the best order of >replacement, and how to approach the task? >My repair manual indicates that it is best to do floors with the car >resting on the ground. I have very little good metal and little >strength, with few places to weld to in the early steps. I don't >want the car to crack like an egg. >Thanks for the help! >Drew >Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry >_______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Mon Aug 8 04:25:01 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 06:25:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> Message-ID: <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's an apt cam Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: > Matt, what engine you running??? > > Jeff Kelly > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian > Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM > To: JohnD > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the > midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > >> Hello, out there. >> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at > Elkhart >> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >> in > SW >> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >> vintage race that used > to >> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >> >> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >> >> -- JohnD >> >> *Driving in the past lane!* >> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >> $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com > _______________________________________________ > > 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From healeyrick at yahoo.com Mon Aug 8 06:23:16 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 05:23:16 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... the late Catherine Elizabeth Taylor (nee Dodds) Message-ID: <1312806196.74753.YahooMailClassic@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> --- On Sun, 8/7/11, Colin Dodds wrote: From: Colin Dodds Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... the late Catherine Elizabeth Taylor (nee Dodds) To: spridgets-aus at yahoogroups.com, "midget" , bugeye at yahoogroups.com Date: Sunday, August 7, 2011, 11:53 PM B Catherine Elizabeth Taylor, my daughter and a 24 year old mother, was killed at approximately 7.28am on Friday 5th August on her way to work. I deliberately use the word "killed", rather than just "died". A 20 year old male with a suspended licence, driving a manual V8 Commodore, lost control after exiting a roundabout. He hit a median strip (witnesses say the Commodore became airborne) and collided head-on with Catherine. She died instantly. The driver of the Commodore was uninjured, but taken to the local hospital for drug and urine tests. A number of serious criminal charges are pending, including "Dangerous Driving Occasioning Death" which can carry a ten year gaol sentence. Even before his licence was suspended, the driver of the other vehicle was not licensed to drive a manual V8 car. Witnesses at the scene report hearing an engine revving hard immediately before the incident. Clearly the driver lost control in a vehicle more powerful than he could handle, and as a result killed a young innocent mother. Obviously the family is quite distraught about this tragic loss of someone we loved so dearly. Her three year old daughter will take quite some time to understand what has happened to her mommy. Some members of the family are very angry that it has happened, but anger is not why I am writing this. We would like all drivers reading this, whether young or old, to take note of the possible consequences of their poor driving decisions and limited skills. We would want all parents of young drivers to exercise more care and control in relation to the cars their sons and daughters drive, and under what conditions. Someone gave this young man the keys to the powerful V8 manual car. Let's hope that some other parent will refuse to hand over the car keys to their child. Please discuss this tragic accident amongst yourselves, your family and friends. Open discussion about the risks and results of poor driver education and behaviour might help save a life, and then Catherine's death will not have been totally in vain. We can't bring Catherine back. Let's all work together to minimise future tragic and pointless losses. Colin and Carol Dodds (parents) Cameron and Zara-Addison (husband and daughter) Carlie and Chris (sister and brother) [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __._,_.___ Reply to sender | Reply to group | Reply via web post | Start a New Topic Messages in this topic (1) Recent Activity: Visit Your Group If you wish to unsubscribe from the Austin Healey Bugeye Frogeye Sprite Club, please send a blank email to:B bugeye-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com If you no longer want to receive emails, but wish to remain a member of the group, you may go to the website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bugeye/ and change your subscription to "Web Only" and you will not receive any emails. Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest b" Unsubscribe b" Terms of Use . __,_._,___ From eap2140 at yahoo.com Mon Aug 8 06:28:35 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 05:28:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> Message-ID: <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> I'll start with the most affordable option.... thermostat, and go from there. The radiator should be fine and the engine only has 800 miles on it, so I'm thinking the cooling system should be clear. I checked the timing and it's ok also. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Jon Paschke To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 9:35 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... It really doesn't matter what the thermostat opens at. If your cooling system will not keep the motor at 180 it sure won't keep it lower, once either thermostat opens they have the same size openings and will flow all the coolant that can flow. Work on your radiator, a re-core is highly recommended - you can get a modern core that works way better put in the rad. On 8/7/2011 6:01 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: > Ed > I would first check the gauge to see if it is accurate. 180 should be fine in > SC. > BillM > >> Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 16:21:43 -0700 >> From: eap2140 at yahoo.com >> To: Spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... >> >> I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run >> exceptionally hot. This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. >> Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward > the >> hot end of the gauge. Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I > should >> be getting? I'm thinking 165 degrees. Should I go any cooler than that? >> Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. Ouch! >> >> >> >> Edward Perez >> Summerville, SC >> 78 Midget (1275) >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jpaschke at bak.rr.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From haynes386 at netzero.net Mon Aug 8 08:12:46 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 14:12:46 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Message-ID: <20110808.081246.255.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> So, Was I the only one to notice that the MKII Sprite drawing in the Clymer manual had MKI rear bumperettes in the EXACT SAME orientation as those on my '58? And you all said that they were on upside down!Proof positive that my car is RIGHT and the rest of you are ALL wrong ;} (maybe) Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e3fef181dbb74e18c4st05duc From refisk at chartermi.net Mon Aug 8 08:47:29 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:47:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <20110808.081246.255.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> References: <20110808.081246.255.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <48D724A6-BB20-484E-A7B7-DB8A1AC262E8@chartermi.net> The orientation is correct for a MKII, but upside down for a '58 according to Horler. But what does he know. :-) I prefer the way yours are mounted. If my MKII ever gets finished they will be mounted that way. No big ugly chrome bumpers here. Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 8, 2011, at 2:12 PM, "Mark Haynes" wrote: > So, Was I the only one to notice that the MKII Sprite drawing in the Clymer > manual had MKI rear bumperettes in the EXACT SAME orientation as those on my > '58? And you all said that they were on upside down!Proof positive that my car > is RIGHT and the rest of you are ALL wrong ;} (maybe) > > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 From refisk at chartermi.net Mon Aug 8 08:49:45 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:49:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Edward, Pull the thermostat and check it in a pan of water on your stove. If it opens fully at 180 the problem lies elsewhere. Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 8, 2011, at 8:28 AM, Edward Perez wrote: > I'll start with the most affordable option.... thermostat, and go from there. > The radiator should be fine and the engine only has 800 miles on it, so I'm > thinking the cooling system should be clear. I checked the timing and it's ok > also. > > > Edward Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 09:06:57 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:06:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <20110808.081246.255.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> References: <20110808.081246.255.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: > So, Was I the only one to notice that the MKII Sprite drawing in the Clymer > manual had MKI rear bumperettes in the EXACT SAME orientation as those on my > '58? And you all said that they were on upside down!Proof positive that my car > is RIGHT and the rest of you are ALL wrong ;} (maybe) > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward But wait, are you saying it DOESN'T only go one way??? Heresy! David L From haynes386 at netzero.net Mon Aug 8 09:22:56 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 15:22:56 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Message-ID: <20110808.092256.15357.0@webmail07.dca.untd.com> Of course they only go one way- How on earth could you put one on both ways at once? Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ---------- Original Message ---------- From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> To: Mark Haynes , Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:06:57 -0500 > So, Was I the only one to notice that the MKII Sprite drawing in the Clymer > manual had MKI rear bumperettes in the EXACT SAME orientation as those on my > '58? And you all said that they were on upside down!Proof positive that my car > is RIGHT and the rest of you are ALL wrong ;} (maybe) > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward But wait, are you saying it DOESN'T only go one way??? Heresy! David L ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e3fff8de24184e6e5ast04duc From 72spridget at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 09:26:37 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:26:37 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <20110808.092256.15357.0@webmail07.dca.untd.com> References: <20110808.092256.15357.0@webmail07.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: > Of course they only go one way- How on earth could you put one on both ways at once? Or is it that you should mount both the same way? David L From mark at nashvilletn.org Mon Aug 8 09:45:02 2011 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark Endicott) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:45:02 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com><4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com><1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <9A66F481E4724461B5397072BB3033A5@CGI.COMMTECH> So I have a question, Just what is considered too hot? My 1275 will run 190 to 200 on a 95+ day in Tennessee. It doesn't boil (obviously) and the engine runs fine. If it fill the radiator to the top of the neck it will burp out what it doesn't want but only once then it is fine. I would think that 200 is OK for a cast iron block and head. It has been like this as long as I have had Spridgets, over 40 years. I run a 180 Thermostat because I think that is the MINIMUM temp. that it should run, the MAXIMUM temp is controlled by the cooling system not the thermostat. My thoughts have always been that if it doesn't boil it's ok. I also use a 75/25 mix of water/antifreeze as our winters are relatively mild and my cars stay in a heated garage. Mark Nashville From peter at nosimport.com Mon Aug 8 10:20:35 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:20:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <9A66F481E4724461B5397072BB3033A5@CGI.COMMTECH> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <9A66F481E4724461B5397072BB3033A5@CGI.COMMTECH> Message-ID: <201108080920659.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> PERFECT Peter C - At 10:45 AM 8/8/2011, Mark Endicott wrote: >So I have a question, Just what is considered too hot? > >My 1275 will run 190 to 200 on a 95+ day in Tennessee. It doesn't >boil (obviously) and the engine runs fine. If it fill the radiator >to the top of the neck it will burp out what it doesn't want but >only once then it is fine. I would think that 200 is OK for a cast >iron block and head. It has been like this as long as I have had >Spridgets, over 40 years. I run a 180 Thermostat because I think >that is the MINIMUM temp. that it should run, the MAXIMUM temp is >controlled by the cooling system not the thermostat. My thoughts >have always been that if it doesn't boil it's ok. I also use a >75/25 mix of water/antifreeze as our winters are relatively mild and >my cars stay in a heated garage. > >Mark >Nashville _______________________________________________ From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Aug 8 10:22:23 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:22:23 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... Message-ID: <68fd8.7698e102.3b71673f@aol.com> You can even get silicone hoses - anyone for an orange set for a downflow rad car? In a message dated 08/08/2011 02:53:01 GMT Daylight Time, jpaschke at bak.rr.com writes: you can get a modern core that works way better put in the rad. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Aug 8 10:24:57 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:24:57 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... Message-ID: <691a8.15e0420b.3b7167d9@aol.com> It is the most affordable option BUT as John states it will achieve nothing by way of reducing the running temperature for the reasons he states. On that basis it's simply a waste of time and money - even if you can readily afford both. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 08/08/2011 13:56:30 GMT Daylight Time, eap2140 at yahoo.com writes: I'll start with the most affordable option.... thermostat, and go from there. The radiator should be fine and the engine only has 800 miles on it, so I'm thinking the cooling system should be clear. I checked the timing and it's ok also. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Jon Paschke To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 9:35 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... It really doesn't matter what the thermostat opens at. If your cooling system will not keep the motor at 180 it sure won't keep it lower, once either thermostat opens they have the same size openings and will flow all the coolant that can flow. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Aug 8 10:26:31 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:26:31 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc Message-ID: <692c8.23dacc23.3b716837@aol.com> Not everything is correct in a book - page 86 of S&M by Horler. In a message dated 08/08/2011 15:40:56 GMT Daylight Time, haynes386 at netzero.net writes: Proof positive that my car is RIGHT and the rest of you are ALL wrong ;} (maybe) From jfishbein at snet.net Mon Aug 8 10:42:12 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 09:42:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... the late Catherine Elizabeth Taylor (nee Dodds) In-Reply-To: <1312806196.74753.YahooMailClassic@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312806196.74753.YahooMailClassic@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1312821732.79568.YahooMailRC@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Another terrible tragedy that has touched our Spridget community. This time, one that could have and should have been avoided. Comprehensive Driver Training is something that should not only have greater support but is something that should be implemented with all due speed. My heart goes out to the Dodds and Taylor families. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: HealeyRick To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Mon, August 8, 2011 8:23:16 AM Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... the late Catherine Elizabeth Taylor (nee Dodds) --- On Sun, 8/7/11, Colin Dodds wrote: From: Colin Dodds Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... the late Catherine Elizabeth Taylor (nee Dodds) Catherine Elizabeth Taylor, my daughter and a 24 year old mother, was killed at approximately 7.28am on Friday 5th August on her way to work. I deliberately use the word "killed", rather than just "died". A 20 year old male with a suspended licence, driving a manual V8 Commodore, lost control after exiting a roundabout. He hit a median strip (witnesses say the Commodore became airborne) and collided head-on with Catherine. She died instantly. The driver of the Commodore was uninjured, but taken to the local hospital for drug and urine tests. A number of serious criminal charges are pending, including "Dangerous Driving Occasioning Death" which can carry a ten year gaol sentence. Even before his licence was suspended, the driver of the other vehicle was not licensed to drive a manual V8 car. Witnesses at the scene report hearing an engine revving hard immediately before the incident. Clearly the driver lost control in a vehicle more powerful than he could handle, and as a result killed a young innocent mother. Obviously the family is quite distraught about this tragic loss of someone we loved so dearly. Her three year old daughter will take quite some time to understand what has happened to her mommy. Some members of the family are very angry that it has happened, but anger is not why I am writing this. We would like all drivers reading this, whether young or old, to take note of the possible consequences of their poor driving decisions and limited skills. We would want all parents of young drivers to exercise more care and control in relation to the cars their sons and daughters drive, and under what conditions. Someone gave this young man the keys to the powerful V8 manual car. Let's hope that some other parent will refuse to hand over the car keys to their child. Please discuss this tragic accident amongst yourselves, your family and friends. Open discussion about the risks and results of poor driver education and behaviour might help save a life, and then Catherine's death will not have been totally in vain. We can't bring Catherine back. Let's all work together to minimise future tragic and pointless losses. Colin and Carol Dodds (parents) Cameron and Zara-Addison (husband and daughter) Carlie and Chris (sister and brother) From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 8 15:21:47 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (homehandy at sbcglobal.net) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 14:21:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> Message-ID: <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> UGH! We're running a 948 bored +.040 and unknown racing cam. No match for you 1275 -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 3:25 AM To: Home Handy Cc: JohnD ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's an apt cam Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: > Matt, what engine you running??? > > Jeff Kelly > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian > Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM > To: JohnD > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing > the > midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: > >> Hello, out there. >> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at > Elkhart >> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >> in > SW >> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >> vintage race that used > to >> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >> >> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >> >> -- JohnD >> >> *Driving in the past lane!* >> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >> $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com > _______________________________________________ > > 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From healeyrick at yahoo.com Mon Aug 8 13:25:24 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:25:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc In-Reply-To: <692c8.23dacc23.3b716837@aol.com> Message-ID: <1312831524.58395.YahooMailClassic@web161212.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> S & M !!!! Pretty much sums up the entire Spridget experience, doesn't it? Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Mon, 8/8/11, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Floyd Clymer Spridget manual etc To: haynes386 at netzero.net, spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Monday, August 8, 2011, 12:26 PM Not everything is correct in a book - page 86 of S&M by Horler. From rbastedo at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 13:52:13 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:52:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator hose talk Message-ID: What about silicon hoses for a 'nontraditional' setup? I have a Bugeye radiator with 1.5 inch inlet and outlet and the tag on the top says: Manufactured By Morris Motors Ltd Radiators Branch Osberton Works, Oxford AFA 0092 000 0001 I am wanting to put it in my Midget with the frogeye front. I have the Datsun A14 head so the top hose has to be a short one and go from the 1.5 inch to the 1.25" at the thermostat housing, a short few inches away. The bottom hose would also be custom like this from 1.5 inch radiator side to 1.25" on the motor. First I'd like to know if anyone has information on the radiator as it seems odd with the sizes of the in and out (1.5") and the tag on top and it also has no shroud. Also it seems to have a deeper and heavier core than normal. Rick (this is cool) Bastedo ___________________________________ From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com To: jpaschke at bak.rr.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:22:23 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... You can even get silicone hoses - anyone for an orange set for a downflow rad car? From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Mon Aug 8 15:38:16 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 17:38:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> Message-ID: Luckily for you im only running on 3 great cylinders and 1 damaged/ repaired cylinder. Are you in group 5? What time do u expect to run? Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 8, 2011, at 5:21 PM, wrote: > UGH! We're running a 948 bored +.040 and unknown racing cam. No match for you 1275 > > -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian > Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 3:25 AM > To: Home Handy > Cc: JohnD ; > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's an apt cam > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: > >> Matt, what engine you running??? >> >> Jeff Kelly >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian >> Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM >> To: JohnD >> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? >> >> I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the >> midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Matt Hagopian >> >> On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: >> >>> Hello, out there. >>> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at >> Elkhart >>> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >>> in >> SW >>> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >>> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >>> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >>> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >>> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >>> vintage race that used >> to >>> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >>> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >>> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >>> >>> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >>> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >>> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >>> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >>> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >>> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >>> >>> -- JohnD >>> >>> *Driving in the past lane!* >>> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >>> $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 8 18:17:47 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (homehandy at sbcglobal.net) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 17:17:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> Message-ID: Matt, Surely you jest!!!!! 948 Sprite in Group 5?????? Oh yah--itbs a Prototype. Haven't looked at the schedule, but we are a Group 2 car running in Race Group B. See you Thur. or Fri. or Sat. or Sun. Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 2:38 PM To: Cc: JohnD ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? Luckily for you im only running on 3 great cylinders and 1 damaged/ repaired cylinder. Are you in group 5? What time do u expect to run? Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 8, 2011, at 5:21 PM, wrote: > UGH! We're running a 948 bored +.040 and unknown racing cam. No match for > you 1275 > > -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian > Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 3:25 AM > To: Home Handy > Cc: JohnD ; > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's > an apt cam > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: > >> Matt, what engine you running??? >> >> Jeff Kelly >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian >> Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM >> To: JohnD >> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? >> >> I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing >> the >> midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Matt Hagopian >> >> On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: >> >>> Hello, out there. >>> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at >> Elkhart >>> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >>> in >> SW >>> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >>> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >>> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >>> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >>> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >>> vintage race that used >> to >>> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >>> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >>> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >>> >>> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >>> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >>> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >>> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >>> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >>> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >>> >>> -- JohnD >>> >>> *Driving in the past lane!* >>> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >>> $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Mon Aug 8 16:24:33 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 18:24:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> Message-ID: <6FEE0276-B65A-4489-9EDD-30D0C7F89B61@hoppetool.com> There's a 948 bugeye who runs 1:02 at lime rock!! I'll be anxious to see what my competition is!! Over the phone they said more mg's, some elva's, and others of that nature. Under 2.0L!! Sincerely, Matt Hagopian On Aug 8, 2011, at 8:17 PM, wrote: > Matt, Surely you jest!!!!! 948 Sprite in Group 5?????? Oh yah--itbs a Prototype. > Haven't looked at the schedule, but we are a Group 2 car running in Race Group B. > See you Thur. or Fri. or Sat. or Sun. > > Jeff > > -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian > Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 2:38 PM > To: > Cc: JohnD ; > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > Luckily for you im only running on 3 great cylinders and 1 damaged/ repaired cylinder. Are you in group 5? What time do u expect to run? > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 5:21 PM, wrote: > >> UGH! We're running a 948 bored +.040 and unknown racing cam. No match for you 1275 >> >> -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian >> Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 3:25 AM >> To: Home Handy >> Cc: JohnD ; >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? >> >> 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's an apt cam >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Matt Hagopian >> >> On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: >> >>> Matt, what engine you running??? >>> >>> Jeff Kelly >>> >>> -----Original Message----- >>> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >>> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian >>> Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM >>> To: JohnD >>> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net >>> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? >>> >>> I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the >>> midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. >>> >>> Sincerely, >>> >>> Matt Hagopian >>> >>> On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: >>> >>>> Hello, out there. >>>> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at >>> Elkhart >>>> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >>>> in >>> SW >>>> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >>>> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >>>> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >>>> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >>>> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >>>> vintage race that used >>> to >>>> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >>>> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >>>> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >>>> >>>> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >>>> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >>>> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >>>> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >>>> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >>>> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >>>> >>>> -- JohnD >>>> >>>> *Driving in the past lane!* >>>> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> >>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >>>> $12.75 >>>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 17:05:25 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 19:05:25 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question Message-ID: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Hey All, I need some help diagnosing a problem with a 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. It's a 6 cyl w/ automatic tranny. (It's NOT OBDII.....) I can drive it 10 or 12 miles and there are no problems, but as soon as it is warmed up and run any distance it will lose all power and miss badly. Shut it off and let it cool and the problem is gone. The best way to describe the problem is - it acts like a wet distributor used to act (back in the day ;) This is an intermittent problem, but it has been happening more and more often. At first I thought it was fuel problem, I checked the fuel pressure and replaced the fuel filter - no help there..... I replaced the cap, rotor and plugs, no help.... It's not throwing any codes. Any Ideas to get me closer to the problem........ I don't want to just throw parts at this thing. Thanks, Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa From rbastedo at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 17:08:12 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 16:08:12 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Radiator hose talk In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Here is a picture: *http://tinyurl.com/3qc46p9 * On Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 12:52 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > What about silicon hoses for a 'nontraditional' setup? > I have a Bugeye radiator with 1.5 inch inlet and outlet and the tag on the > top says: > > Manufactured By > Morris Motors Ltd > Radiators Branch > Osberton Works, Oxford > AFA 0092 000 0001 > > I am wanting to put it in my Midget with the frogeye front. > I have the Datsun A14 head so the top hose has to be a short one and go > from the 1.5 inch to the 1.25" at the thermostat housing, a short few inches > away. > The bottom hose would also be custom like this from 1.5 inch radiator side > to 1.25" on the motor. > > First I'd like to know if anyone has information on the radiator as it > seems odd with the sizes of the in and out (1.5") and the tag on top and it > also has no shroud. > Also it seems to have a deeper and heavier core than normal. > > Rick (this is cool) Bastedo > > ___________________________________ > From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com > To: jpaschke at bak.rr.com, spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 12:22:23 -0400 (EDT) > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... > > You can even get silicone hoses - anyone for an orange set for a downflow > rad car? From derf247 at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 17:28:19 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 18:28:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Message-ID: Check your sensor plugs, TPS, MAP, etc. Also, check the ground on teh head/block to chassis. Those things also can get air trapped in the cooling system. You have to kinda burp them if you lose water level. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 8 17:41:49 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 16:41:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Message-ID: <510B7F96A3E344A49A9C157F373DEBCA@spider> A: bad O2 sensor? only happens after it warms up? after it warms up computer goes into closed loop control and meters fuel based on O2 sensor output. I Googled some of your problem. Came up with several sites that specialize in Jeeps. Link below. May take some reading. ...bill in corvallis http://tinyurl.com/3wsartk ====================================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kevin Valentine Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 4:05 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question Hey All, I need some help diagnosing a problem with a 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. It's a 6 cyl w/ automatic tranny. (It's NOT OBDII.....) I can drive it 10 or 12 miles and there are no problems, but as soon as it is warmed up and run any distance it will lose all power and miss badly. Shut it off and let it cool and the problem is gone. The best way to describe the problem is - it acts like a wet distributor used to act (back in the day ;) This is an intermittent problem, but it has been happening more and more often. At first I thought it was fuel problem, I checked the fuel pressure and replaced the fuel filter - no help there..... I replaced the cap, rotor and plugs, no help.... It's not throwing any codes. Any Ideas to get me closer to the problem........ I don't want to just throw parts at this thing. Thanks, Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From johnsfolly at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 18:53:18 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (John Deikis) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 20:53:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? In-Reply-To: <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> References: <25BC7AD4-8E6D-461A-A07D-B4A6EC47E89D@hoppetool.com> <0AC0E84ECCAC44D99BE37E7AEA2AFACB@WOODSTOCK> <2649B989-709C-4D36-B465-42F9EC9A3D66@hoppetool.com> <9C9CC1E9B097456EA5CE6629C7C7D012@CostcoHP> Message-ID: <9E4A0A76-B591-47A1-9066-3C1DE1821A8F@gmail.com> Match smatch. The only race is with the guy right behind you and the guy you're trying to pass. So, maybe it's an 850 Fiat or perhaps a 1275 Spridget with crap tires. That's the fun of vintage racing. :-) There are 948s out there that I NEVER catch. -JohnD Still Playing with Little Cars www.johnsfolly.webs.com On Aug 8, 2011, at 5:21 PM, wrote: > UGH! We're running a 948 bored +.040 and unknown racing cam. No match for you 1275 > > -----Original Message----- From: Matt Hagopian > Sent: Monday, August 08, 2011 3:25 AM > To: Home Handy > Cc: JohnD ; > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? > > 1275 bored 040 over with spv3 cam that cam designation may be wrong, it's an apt cam > > Sincerely, > > Matt Hagopian > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 12:25 AM, "Home Handy" wrote: > >> Matt, what engine you running??? >> >> Jeff Kelly >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Matt Hagopian >> Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:07 PM >> To: JohnD >> Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? >> >> I will be there! Come say hi! I'm 24yrs old, my name is matt. I'm racing the >> midget with a bugeye nose on it, number 168. >> >> Sincerely, >> >> Matt Hagopian >> >> On Aug 7, 2011, at 9:43 PM, JohnD wrote: >> >>> Hello, out there. >>> I guess after recovering from the Rallye to Reno, The Midget 50th at >> Elkhart >>> Lake, and the T-Register GOF Central at the outstanding Gilmore Museum >>> in >> SW >>> Michigan, I can figure out how to post an email. Rick Fisk and I will >>> be taking advantage of Soave's reluctance to come to Michigan with >>> that white trash he's been seen with. We are going to briskly campaign >>> the "Works Midget" at the Gran Prix au Grattan at Grattan Raceway in 2 >>> weeks. Curious if any listers might be there as well. This is the >>> vintage race that used >> to >>> coincide with John Twist's annual summer party in Grand Rapids. It is >>> this years East coast "focus event" for the MG Vintage Racers and I >>> believe Jaguar is the featured marque. >>> >>> In the same vein, I plan to race at the Fall Vintage Festival at Lime >>> Rock over Labor Day weekend. "Club Day" and car show are on Sunday >>> because the little church above the straightaway has made Sunday >>> racing illegal in Lakeville, CT. The following weekend, if Boris is >>> still running, I hope to be at Watkins Glen for the Collier Cup race >>> and miscellaneous vintage activities. Anybody else going? >>> >>> -- JohnD >>> >>> *Driving in the past lane!* >>> JohnsfollyVintageRacing >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation >>> $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/mhagopian at hoppetool.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From derf247 at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 19:20:59 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 20:20:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <510B7F96A3E344A49A9C157F373DEBCA@spider> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <510B7F96A3E344A49A9C157F373DEBCA@spider> Message-ID: Yes, O2 sensor, too. Good call. From mhagopian at hoppetool.com Mon Aug 8 19:57:13 2011 From: mhagopian at hoppetool.com (Matt Hagopian) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 21:57:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Pic of my spridget! Message-ID: [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of photo.JPG] Sincerely, Matt Hagopian From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Mon Aug 8 21:24:08 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 23:24:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Message-ID: Bad coil? Dunno if it has a coil pack or regular coil... But, it sounds a lot like a coil that overheats and shorts. -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! On Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 7:05 PM, Kevin Valentine wrote: > Hey All, > > I need some help diagnosing a problem with a 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. > It's a 6 cyl w/ automatic tranny. (It's NOT OBDII.....) > > I can drive it 10 or 12 miles and there are no problems, but as soon as it > is warmed up and run any distance it will lose all power and miss badly. > Shut it off and let it cool and the problem is gone. The best way to > describe the problem is - it acts like a wet distributor used to act (back > in the day ;) > > This is an intermittent problem, but it has been happening more and more > often. At first I thought it was fuel problem, I checked the fuel pressure > and replaced the fuel filter - no help there..... I replaced the cap, > rotor and plugs, no help.... > > It's not throwing any codes. > > Any Ideas to get me closer to the problem........ I don't want to just > throw parts at this thing. > > Thanks, > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com From lee.fox at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 8 22:44:38 2011 From: lee.fox at sbcglobal.net (Lee Fox) Date: Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:44:38 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets Digest, Vol 51, Issue 26 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E40BB36.7020909@sbcglobal.net> This is almost certainly the Crank Position Sensor, CPS. It is located on the bellhousing at about 1:30 when looking toward the firewall. About $60.00. I had this exact problem last year in my Cherokee of the same vintage. I tried all the usual suspects and then read that this is a common problem. Google CPS and Jeep. Lee On 8/8/2011 7:53 PM, spridgets-request at autox.team.net wrote: > Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2011 19:05:25 -0400 > From: Kevin Valentine > To: Spridgets > Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question > Message-ID:<4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58 at gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; delsp=yes; format=flowed > > Hey All, > > I need some help diagnosing a problem with a 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee > Laredo. It's a 6 cyl w/ automatic tranny. (It's NOT OBDII.....) > > I can drive it 10 or 12 miles and there are no problems, but as soon > as it is warmed up and run any distance it will lose all power and > miss badly. Shut it off and let it cool and the problem is gone. > The best way to describe the problem is - it acts like a wet > distributor used to act (back in the day;) > > This is an intermittent problem, but it has been happening more and > more often. At first I thought it was fuel problem, I checked the > fuel pressure and replaced the fuel filter - no help there..... I > replaced the cap, rotor and plugs, no help.... > > It's not throwing any codes. > > Any Ideas to get me closer to the problem........ I don't want to > just throw parts at this thing. > > Thanks, > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa From ggroiss at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 06:41:14 2011 From: ggroiss at gmail.com (Gregory Groiss) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 08:41:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Message-ID: Kevin, My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a '98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. Greg On Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 11:24 PM, CosmicMag1380 wrote: > Bad coil? Dunno if it has a coil pack or regular coil... But, it > sounds a lot like a coil that overheats and shorts. > > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > > On Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 7:05 PM, Kevin Valentine wrote: >> Hey All, >> >> I need some help diagnosing a problem with a 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. >> It's a 6 cyl w/ automatic tranny. (It's NOT OBDII.....) >> >> I can drive it 10 or 12 miles and there are no problems, but as soon as it >> is warmed up and run any distance it will lose all power and miss badly. >> Shut it off and let it cool and the problem is gone. The best way to >> describe the problem is - it acts like a wet distributor used to act (back >> in the day ;) >> >> This is an intermittent problem, but it has been happening more and more >> often. At first I thought it was fuel problem, I checked the fuel > pressure >> and replaced the fuel filter - no help there..... I replaced the cap, >> rotor and plugs, no help.... >> >> It's not throwing any codes. >> >> Any Ideas to get me closer to the problem........ I don't want to just >> throw parts at this thing. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Kevin V. >> Tuscarora, Pa >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ggroiss at gmail.com From peter at nosimport.com Tue Aug 9 07:25:35 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:25:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> Message-ID: <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Greg, virtually all Audis/VW of that era need a new coil. So prevalent it should have been a recall, IMHO. Peter C At 07:41 AM 8/9/2011, Gregory Groiss wrote: >Kevin, > >My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a >'98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single >e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley >book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. > >Greg From haynes386 at netzero.net Tue Aug 9 07:55:01 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 13:55:01 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Vintage Racing? Message-ID: <20110809.075501.25076.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> Some of the 948's can be surprising, can't they John? I was only 1.2 sec behind you at the AutoX, and I STILL have NO IDEA what's in my engine! (other than the 948 block and the 12G629 head!). Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Match smatch. The only race is with the guy right behind you and the guy you're trying to pass. So, maybe it's an 850 Fiat or perhaps a 1275 Spridget with crap tires. That's the fun of vintage racing. :-) There are 948s out there that I NEVER catch. -JohnD Still Playing with Little Cars www.johnsfolly.webs.com ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e413c5ee5e3252aebcst04duc From richard.rivenbark at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 08:15:52 2011 From: richard.rivenbark at gmail.com (Tad Rivenbark) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 10:15:52 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: I have replace all 4 coils on my Audi twice. Hell they are on revision E of the coils... Sent from my HTC EVO 4G On Aug 9, 2011 9:40 AM, "Peter Caldwell" wrote: > Greg, virtually all Audis/VW of that era need a new coil. So > prevalent it should have been a recall, IMHO. > Peter C > > At 07:41 AM 8/9/2011, Gregory Groiss wrote: >>Kevin, >> >>My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a >>'98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single >>e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley >>book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. >> >>Greg > _______________________________________________ > > 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/richard.rivenbark at gmail.com From jimndi at frontiernet.net Tue Aug 9 08:27:24 2011 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim F) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 10:27:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 948 bugeye engine Message-ID: <17CFBD08A06147E3AC259D1BB91FA932@JimMainHP> I have a complete 1960 948 engine that was in my sprite when I purchased it. I opted for a freshly rebuilt 1275 for the the sprite and now this 948 is just taking up space in my garage. it turns freely and I believe the engine is ok. is there any point in putting this engine on E-Bay? What is it worth? Thanks Jim F. Orange County NY. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 9 09:58:26 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 08:58:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com><20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <2901381D9A5A49F0A725105E4051E49E@spider> I have two Model T Ford buzz boxes I could send you. ...bill in corvallis ========================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tad Rivenbark Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 7:16 AM Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question I have replace all 4 coils on my Audi twice. Hell they are on revision E of the coils... Sent from my HTC EVO 4G On Aug 9, 2011 9:40 AM, "Peter Caldwell" wrote: > Greg, virtually all Audis/VW of that era need a new coil. So > prevalent it should have been a recall, IMHO. > Peter C > > At 07:41 AM 8/9/2011, Gregory Groiss wrote: >>Kevin, >> >>My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a >>'98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single >>e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley >>book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. >> >>Greg > _______________________________________________ > > 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/richard.rivenbark at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Tue Aug 9 10:16:08 2011 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 09:16:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Pic of my spridget! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1312906568.63348.YahooMailNeo@web36807.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Matt - you have to send a link. Pictures don't work on the list. - David From: Matt Hagopian To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Monday, August 8, 2011 9:57 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Pic of my spridget! [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of photo.JPG] Sincerely, Matt Hagopian _______________________________________________ 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/tncarnut1 at yahoo.com From abcoz at hky.com Tue Aug 9 12:18:41 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 14:18:41 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> Peter, I thought the bad coil problem started with the series 4 models, in the '99 model year? I bought a brand new '98 Golf and find that the coils (just one coil for the 2.0 4 cyl, vs. 4 coils for the same engine in later models) hold up reasonably well. I'm on the second replacement coil, at 322,000 miles. When these coils go bad, they seem to last long enough to get you home. At least the two that I've had to replace didn't fail completely, until I got home. Of course, these days, Bosch electrics are every bit as bad as Lucas was wrongfully accused of being............. At any rate, I'll take my Spridget, any day, over ANYTHING modern, for reliability. And, yes, I used to use my '72 Midget as my daily driver, with total reliability. Bud Osbourne -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Peter Caldwell Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 9:26 AM To: Gregory Groiss; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question Greg, virtually all Audis/VW of that era need a new coil. So prevalent it should have been a recall, IMHO. Peter C At 07:41 AM 8/9/2011, Gregory Groiss wrote: >Kevin, > >My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a >'98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single >e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley >book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. > >Greg From 72spridget at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 12:36:57 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 13:36:57 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> Message-ID: > I thought the bad coil problem started with the series 4 models, in the '99 > model year? I bought a brand new '98 Golf and find that the coils (just > one coil for the 2.0 4 cyl, vs. 4 coils for the same engine in later models) > hold up reasonably well. I'm on the second replacement coil, at 322,000 > miles. When these coils go bad, they seem to last long enough to get you > home. At least the two that I've had to replace didn't fail completely, > until I got home. Gee, I only have 93,000 or so on my 2002 VW GTi VR6 and it is still on the original coilpack. I must be doing something wrong. Mind you, I have had the temperature sender go out twice, three of the fuel injectors die in one trip, the secondary air injection system valve die, and a few other oddball problems, but the coilpack is fine. David L From grday at btinternet.com Tue Aug 9 12:50:47 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 19:50:47 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: I understand that Audi (and VW) have now done a recall on all their coil packs in the UK. They accepted it was a problem in manufacturing. I can look up further info if required. Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" <> To: "Gregory Groiss" <>; "Spridgets" Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 2:25 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question > Greg, virtually all Audis/VW of that era need a new coil. So prevalent it > should have been a recall, IMHO. > Peter C > > At 07:41 AM 8/9/2011, Gregory Groiss wrote: >>Kevin, >> >>My first guess was a bad coil as well. I had the same issue with a >>'98 VW Gulf and replacing the coil fixed it. The car used a single >>e-coil. The strange thing was when I tested the coil per the Bentley >>book it tested good. It only gave me problems when the car warmed up. >> >>Greg > _______________________________________________ From peter at nosimport.com Tue Aug 9 13:06:07 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:06:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> Message-ID: <201108091206679.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> At 01:18 PM 8/9/2011, Bud Osbourne wrote: >Peter, >Of course, these days, Bosch electrics are every bit as bad as Lucas was >wrongfully accused of being............. I think the OEM is Beru on these... >At any rate, I'll take my Spridget, any day, over ANYTHING modern, for >reliability. And, yes, I used to use my '72 Midget as my daily driver, with >total reliability. >Bud Osbourne AMEN Peter From peter at nosimport.com Tue Aug 9 15:00:10 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:00:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? Message-ID: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Sorry, drawing blank and multi-non-tasking.. when do they start with ribcase trannies? Thanks Peter From pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com Tue Aug 9 15:05:13 2011 From: pixelsmith at gerardsgarage.com (Gerard) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 14:05:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 master cylinder springs Message-ID: <47C5CF3E-5BF2-44BE-841B-C0C5D455346B@gerardsgarage.com> I'm looking for 1098 master cylinder (bore) springs, These are slightly different than 948 master cylinder bore springs in that 948 springs are tapered at both ends, while 1098 springs taper at one end and straight at the other. The differences are shown here. The middle spring is the 1098 version. http://www.brakecylinder.com/images/LockheedSprings.jpg Moss is currently out of stock w/no ETA on availability. If you have used ones or know of another source for new ones, please let me know. Thanks! Gerard From abcoz at hky.com Tue Aug 9 15:12:32 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 17:12:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question In-Reply-To: <201108091206679.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <4456F603-3D45-4E11-924D-ADC24929DA58@gmail.com> <20110809062587.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <00b501cc56c0$c4e60420$4eb20c60$@hky.com> <201108091206679.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <00ff01cc56d9$0e5d4fb0$2b17ef10$@hky.com> Beru, eh? Could be. I just assumed Bosch because that's been what I've usually found. Beru, however, does seem to show up quite a bit on any German car, old or new. You know, one thing that has impressed me, in working on our '99 Passat (now replaced by a Jetta) and my '98 Golf (r&r transmission for rebuild @ 301K mi.) is the overall quality of the components and the way the electrical and cooling system components connect (and disconnect & reconnect). My Golf is STILL sporting it's original coolant hoses and they're STILL like new. Pretty amazing. Every time I've suggested that they should be replaced, in the interest of reliability, my VW dealer mechanic (same guy has taken care of this car since day one......I absolutely DESPISE working on modern cars) tells me they're just fine and not to worry. I look them over and feel them and find that he's right. Part of my maintenance routine on my MGs (as well as any other liquid-cooled vehicle I've ever owned) is to replace all coolant hoses every 3 or 4 years, whether they need it or not. Nothing I hate more than being stranded, roadside, with a mechanical failure of any sort. The last time that ever happened was in 1971 (my VW beetle sucked a valve), so I must be doing something right. Bud Osbourne -----Original Message----- From: Peter Caldwell [mailto:peter at nosimport.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 3:06 PM To: Bud Osbourne; 'Spridgets' Subject: RE: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question At 01:18 PM 8/9/2011, Bud Osbourne wrote: >Peter, >Of course, these days, Bosch electrics are every bit as bad as >Lucas was wrongfully accused of being............. I think the OEM is Beru on these... >At any rate, I'll take my Spridget, any day, over ANYTHING modern, for >reliability. And, yes, I used to use my '72 Midget as my daily driver, >with total reliability. >Bud Osbourne AMEN Peter From pdx.pete at frontier.com Tue Aug 9 15:45:31 2011 From: pdx.pete at frontier.com (Peter Shull) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 21:45:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? In-Reply-To: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1533229969.820912.1312926331558.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Right after they ended production of the neckbone trannies? Sorry. Couldn't help it. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" Sorry, drawing blank and multi-non-tasking.. when do they start with ribcase trannies? Thanks Peter From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Tue Aug 9 15:44:34 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 16:44:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? In-Reply-To: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <9AC1DAF867124C38BF165C8DE4C70745@HomePC> Horler says with the intro of the 1098. Sept. 62. -----Original Message----- From: Peter Caldwell Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 4:00 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? Sorry, drawing blank and multi-non-tasking.. when do they start with ribcase trannies? Thanks Peter Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 15:57:35 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 14:57:35 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? In-Reply-To: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: Peter--It was right after they ceased using the smooth-case tranny if I'm not mistaken. Seems like they started on the next car in fact. (couldn't resist)--Herb On Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 2:00 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Sorry, drawing blank and multi-non-tasking.. > > when do they start with ribcase trannies? > > Thanks > > Peter > ______________________________**_________________ From ah53 at yahoo.com Tue Aug 9 15:59:17 2011 From: ah53 at yahoo.com (jomar healey) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 14:59:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 master cylinder springs In-Reply-To: <47C5CF3E-5BF2-44BE-841B-C0C5D455346B@gerardsgarage.com> Message-ID: <1312927157.92457.YahooMailClassic@web161423.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Try these guys. Joe http://www.brakecylinder.com/spridgetbrakes.htm --- On Tue, 8/9/11, Gerard wrote: From: Gerard Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 master cylinder springs To: "spridgets_autox.team.net List" , "Bugeye Yahoo Group" , BugeyeSprites at yahoogroups.com Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 5:05 PM I'm looking for 1098 master cylinder (bore) springs, These are slightly different than 948 master cylinder bore springs in that 948 springs are tapered at both ends, while 1098 springs taper at one end and straight at the other. The differences are shown here. The middle spring is the 1098 version. http://www.brakecylinder.com/images/LockheedSprings.jpg Moss is currently out of stock w/no ETA on availability. If you have used ones or know of another source for new ones, please let me know. Thanks! Gerard 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/ah53 at yahoo.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Tue Aug 9 17:14:38 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 16:14:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: [Healeys] Bugeye available -- Message-ID: <1312931678.40193.YahooMailClassic@web161207.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Forwarded from the Healey list. NFI Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Tue, 8/9/11, Earl Kagna wrote: From: Earl Kagna Subject: [Healeys] Bugeye available -- To: "Healey List" Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 4:32 PM Listers: This is an estate sale: Early bugeye for sale, full restoration completed approx. 1 year ago, was a pretty solid car to start with. 1275 engine fully rebuilt, front end rebuilt, later disk brakes installed, Rivergate 5-speed transmission and rear main seal kit installed (3.9 diff), wire wheels (painted) installed with new tires. Car is painted Speedwell blue, has a black interior. Original disk wheels and hubcaps may be available. Over $30K spent b car is currently appraised at $15K b and that is the asking price. At the executors request, initial enquiries should be made to me b off-list, and serious potential purchasers will the put put in direct touch with the executor. Would some kind list member please forward this to the Spridget list, and anywhere else that would be appropriate. I would appreciate being advised when that is done. Thanks in advance, Earl Kagna, Victoria, BC _______________________________________________ Healeys at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/healeyrick at yahoo.com From neilandcustom at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 17:40:41 2011 From: neilandcustom at gmail.com (Neil Anderson) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 18:40:41 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [Healeys] Bugeye available -- Message-ID: <009401cc56ed$c1c62d10$45528730$@com> >From a lister on the Healey list. NFI -----Original Message----- From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Earl Kagna Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 3:32 PM To: Healey List Subject: [Healeys] Bugeye available -- Listers: This is an estate sale: Early bugeye for sale, full restoration completed approx. 1 year ago, was a pretty solid car to start with. 1275 engine fully rebuilt, front end rebuilt, later disk brakes installed, Rivergate 5-speed transmission and rear main seal kit installed (3.9 diff), wire wheels (painted) installed with new tires. Car is painted Speedwell blue, has a black interior. Original disk wheels and hubcaps may be available. Over $30K spent b car is currently appraised at $15K b and that is the asking price. At the executors request, initial enquiries should be made to me b off-list, and serious potential purchasers will the put put in direct touch with the executor. Would some kind list member please forward this to the Spridget list, and anywhere else that would be appropriate. I would appreciate being advised when that is done. Thanks in advance, Earl Kagna, Victoria, BC _______________________________________________ Healeys at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/neilandcustom at gmail.com From nsliwinski at hotmail.com Tue Aug 9 17:52:59 2011 From: nsliwinski at hotmail.com (Norbert Sliwinski) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 19:52:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard Message-ID: Hello Group. I am presently in the process of restoring a '73 MGB. Question: did anyone convert a US version (curved ) dash with the British "straight" version ? If so, would you share your experiences with me? Repairmeister LLC Norbert From abcoz at hky.com Tue Aug 9 20:00:39 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 22:00:39 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <013101cc5701$4e4e7450$eaeb5cf0$@hky.com> Hi, Norbert! Your best bet for an answer to your question would be to get on the MG Experience forum (www.mgexperience.net) , under the MGB-MGBGT section. There is a wealth of B experience & knowledge on that forum. "73 is a good year for MGBs. More of a refined tourer than a pure sports car, but still with some "grunt" left in the engine department. I'm working on a '77 B, right now, for Cindy and will be finishing-up the rebuilding of the body on my '74 B-GT this winter. Give me a call sometime soon and stop by to see them. Bud Osbourne -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Norbert Sliwinski Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 7:53 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard Hello Group. I am presently in the process of restoring a '73 MGB. Question: did anyone convert a US version (curved ) dash with the British "straight" version ? If so, would you share your experiences with me? Repairmeister LLC Norbert 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/abcoz at hky.com From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Tue Aug 9 20:02:00 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 22:02:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? In-Reply-To: <9AC1DAF867124C38BF165C8DE4C70745@HomePC> References: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <9AC1DAF867124C38BF165C8DE4C70745@HomePC> Message-ID: On Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 5:44 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: Horler says with the intro of the 1098. Sept. 62. Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? Peter ------------------------------------------------------------ Bear in mind that the early ribcase trannies are a bit different than the later ones... Somewhere about 1965 they changed some of the internals. I don't know what the exact changes were but some parts from the later ones will not fit in an early gearbox (and work as designed!). FWIW, -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From rrengineer.mike at att.net Wed Aug 10 00:43:01 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 23:43:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues Message-ID: <1312958581.79665.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I finally got a calibrated oil pressure test gauge and hooked it up tonight to my Bugeye. If you remember, I was getting 120 PSi at speed and no less than 90 PSI at idle. I took the car for a drive tonight. The ambient temp outside is less than 70 degrees and the car did not warm up after driving it for a half hour more than 170 degrees. The idle was about 37 PSI and at speed it would go to 70 to 75 PSI. I'm not sure how accurate this gauge is, but I like these numbers a lot better. Incidently I re-installed the normal oil pressure relief valve for the test. Tomorrow I am going to re-install the adjustable relief valve and see if I can get it down to a more ideal pressure. After that I am going to do an oil and filter change and see what those results are like. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer From grday at btinternet.com Wed Aug 10 02:11:22 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:11:22 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues References: <1312958581.79665.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <134169CA301D4CF3B7051B078E8B30CC@user8634b3d69b> If it is a calibrated test gauge and the calibration is within certification dates then surely the figures should be accepted as being about right? Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael MacLean" To: Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 7:43 AM Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues > I finally got a calibrated oil pressure test gauge and hooked it up > tonight to my Bugeye. If you remember, I was getting 120 PSi at speed and > no > less than 90 PSI at idle. I took the car for a drive tonight. The > ambient > temp outside is less than 70 degrees and the car did not warm up after > driving > it for a half hour more than 170 degrees. The idle was about 37 PSI and > at > speed it would go to 70 to 75 PSI. I'm not sure how accurate this gauge > is, > but I like these numbers a lot better. Incidently I re-installed the > normal > oil pressure relief valve for the test. Tomorrow I am going to re-install > the > adjustable relief valve and see if I can get it down to a more ideal > pressure. After that I am going to do an oil and filter change and see > what > those results are like. > Mike MacLean > 60 Sprite > 56 BN2 > 02 Heritage Springer > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From rrengineer.mike at att.net Wed Aug 10 03:22:59 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 02:22:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues In-Reply-To: <134169CA301D4CF3B7051B078E8B30CC@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: <1312968179.71822.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Well, maybe I was too loose with that word "calibrated". It is a new test gauge. I trust the figures from it more than what I read off the Smiths gauge in the car. Mike --- On Wed, 8/10/11, Guy R Day wrote: From: Guy R Day Subject: Re: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 8:11 AM If it is a calibrated test gauge and the calibration is within certification dates then surely the figures should be accepted as being about right? Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael MacLean" To: Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 7:43 AM Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues > I finally got a calibrated oil pressure test gauge and hooked it up > tonight to my Bugeye. If you remember, I was getting 120 PSi at speed and no > less than 90 PSI at idle. I took the car for a drive tonight. The ambient > temp outside is less than 70 degrees and the car did not warm up after driving > it for a half hour more than 170 degrees. The idle was about 37 PSI and at > speed it would go to 70 to 75 PSI. I'm not sure how accurate this gauge is, > but I like these numbers a lot better. Incidently I re-installed the normal > oil pressure relief valve for the test. Tomorrow I am going to re-install the > adjustable relief valve and see if I can get it down to a more ideal > pressure. After that I am going to do an oil and filter change and see what > those results are like. > Mike MacLean > 60 Sprite > 56 BN2 > 02 Heritage Springer > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 04:40:00 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 03:40:00 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues In-Reply-To: <1312968179.71822.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <134169CA301D4CF3B7051B078E8B30CC@user8634b3d69b> <1312968179.71822.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Michael, It is my understanding that the adjustable oil pressure relief valve moves the outer end of the spring in, thereby necessitating shortening of the spring to keep the o.p at a normal level. Also, if you have replaced the relief "piston" with a steel ball it is effectively longer than the piston compounding the problem. I believe that Vizard mentions this. Hal On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 2:22 AM, Michael MacLean wrote: > Well, maybe I was too loose with that word "calibrated". It is a new test > gauge. I trust the figures from it more than what I read off the Smiths > gauge > in the car. > Mike > > --- On Wed, 8/10/11, Guy R Day wrote: > > From: Guy R Day > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues > To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 8:11 AM > > If it is a calibrated test gauge and the calibration is within > certification > dates then surely the figures should be accepted as being about right? > > Guy R Day > > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael MacLean" > > To: > Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 7:43 AM > Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues > > > > I finally got a calibrated oil pressure test gauge and hooked it up > > tonight to my Bugeye. If you remember, I was getting 120 PSi at speed > and > no > > less than 90 PSI at idle. I took the car for a drive tonight. The > ambient > > temp outside is less than 70 degrees and the car did not warm up after > driving > > it for a half hour more than 170 degrees. The idle was about 37 PSI and > at > > speed it would go to 70 to 75 PSI. I'm not sure how accurate this gauge > is, > > but I like these numbers a lot better. Incidently I re-installed the > normal > > oil pressure relief valve for the test. Tomorrow I am going to > re-install > the > > adjustable relief valve and see if I can get it down to a more ideal > > pressure. After that I am going to do an oil and filter change and see > what > > those results are like. > > Mike MacLean > > 60 Sprite > > 56 BN2 > > 02 Heritage Springer > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From abcoz at hky.com Wed Aug 10 05:29:27 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 07:29:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? Message-ID: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> Me and my Spridget will be making our annual trek to the Laurel Highlands for The Roadster Factory Summer Party, tomorrow and I was wondering if any of you folks will be attending. There is usually a pretty good representation of MGs there, but very few Spridgets. It's a good, low-key, fun event, even if there's a lot less going on there than there would have been 10 or 15 years ago, when it was at it's peak, attendance-wise. I go there every year with several of my local Triumph club buddies. Lots of back roads, mountain driving opportunities & just hanging out/socializing while eating good food & drinking good beer. Unfortunately, this year's "concours" won't be held on Philadelphia Street, in the city of Indiana, as in years past, but the dinner & concours event, at TRF owner Charles Runyan's farm promises to be a super-nice event. Hope I will see some Spridgeteers there! Bud Osbourne From rrengineer.mike at att.net Wed Aug 10 05:59:25 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:59:25 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1312977565.67148.YahooMailClassic@web180611.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> The adjustable relief valve mechanism that I got from APT uses a spring about the same length as the normal relief valve spring. Also as with the normal relief valve it uses a cup to seal the seat. No ball bearing. All that is being done is to vary the pressure of the cup on the seat. Mike --- On Wed, 8/10/11, Hal Faulkner wrote: From: Hal Faulkner Subject: Re: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues To: "Michael MacLean" Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net, "Guy R Day" Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 10:40 AM Michael, It is my understanding that the adjustable oil pressure relief valve moves the outer end of the spring in, thereby necessitating shortening of the spring to keep the o.p at a normal level. Also, if you have replaced the relief "piston" with a steel ball it is effectively longer than the piston compounding the problem. I believe that Vizard mentions this. Hal On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 2:22 AM, Michael MacLean wrote: Well, maybe I was too loose with that word "calibrated". It is a new test gauge. I trust the figures from it more than what I read off the Smiths gauge in the car. Mike --- On Wed, 8/10/11, Guy R Day wrote: From: Guy R Day Subject: Re: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 8:11 AM If it is a calibrated test gauge and the calibration is within certification dates then surely the figures should be accepted as being about right? Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael MacLean" To: Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 7:43 AM Subject: [Spridgets] High Oil Pressure, The Saga Continues > I finally got a calibrated oil pressure test gauge and hooked it up > tonight to my Bugeye. If you remember, I was getting 120 PSi at speed and no > less than 90 PSI at idle. I took the car for a drive tonight. The ambient > temp outside is less than 70 degrees and the car did not warm up after driving > it for a half hour more than 170 degrees. The idle was about 37 PSI and at > speed it would go to 70 to 75 PSI. I'm not sure how accurate this gauge is, > but I like these numbers a lot better. Incidently I re-installed the normal > oil pressure relief valve for the test. Tomorrow I am going to re-install the > adjustable relief valve and see if I can get it down to a more ideal > pressure. After that I am going to do an oil and filter change and see what > those results are like. > Mike MacLean > 60 Sprite > 56 BN2 > 02 Heritage Springer > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 10 06:06:23 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 05:06:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] for reference and winter reading. Message-ID: <6D17C020F8C84939BB9C31EE092BE5B3@spider> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MG_Midget http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin-Healey_Sprite Nothing mentioned about ribcage trans. .bill in corvallis From 72spridget at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 08:00:20 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:00:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> Message-ID: The number of Spridgets there is probably easily correlated to the number of Spridget parts that he cariies (to say nothing of CR's attitude towards everything non-TR. David L From shop at justbrits.com Wed Aug 10 08:06:53 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:06:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard In-Reply-To: <013101cc5701$4e4e7450$eaeb5cf0$@hky.com> References: <013101cc5701$4e4e7450$eaeb5cf0$@hky.com> Message-ID: <4E42907D.50907@justbrits.com> Wow, if I have ever seen a time, a post shoulda been private: << Your best bet for an answer to your question would be to get on the MG Experience forum >> That should make List Owner/Operator Mark J. Bradakis aka Mark & MJB very "proud", Bud ?!?!? You know, the gent that 'offers up' Spridgets at AutoX.Team.Net !?!?! The very List the you are subscribed to ?!? Me From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 10 08:13:19 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:13:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 master cylinder springs In-Reply-To: <1312927157.92457.YahooMailClassic@web161423.mail.bf1.yahoo .com> References: <47C5CF3E-5BF2-44BE-841B-C0C5D455346B@gerardsgarage.com> <1312927157.92457.YahooMailClassic@web161423.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <201108100713455.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Funniest post of the day... so far LOL Peter C --- At 04:59 PM 8/9/2011, jomar healey wrote: >Try these guys. > >Joe > > >http://www.brakecylinder.com/spridgetbrakes.htm > >--- On Tue, 8/9/11, Gerard wrote: > >From: Gerard >Subject: [Spridgets] 1098 master cylinder springs >To: "spridgets_autox.team.net List" , "Bugeye Yahoo >Group" , BugeyeSprites at yahoogroups.com >Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 5:05 PM > >I'm looking for 1098 master cylinder (bore) springs, These are slightly >different than 948 master cylinder bore springs in that 948 springs are >tapered at both ends, while 1098 springs taper at one end and straight at the >other. > >The differences are shown here. The middle spring is the 1098 version. > >http://www.brakecylinder.com/images/LockheedSprings.jpg > >Moss is currently out of stock w/no ETA on availability. > >If you have used ones or know of another source for new ones, please let me >know. > >Thanks! > >Gerard From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 10 08:18:55 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:18:55 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Sprite MKII/Midget MKI Speedo? Message-ID: <20110810.081855.20100.0@webmail19.dca.untd.com> Does anyone have a donor speedo of this vintage that I could have? I need the driven gear and shaft that runs the trip odo- Mine sat so long that it was bound up and bodged the gear driven by the scroll gear. It appears that similar gears run both of the odometers, so I'm just looking for a speedo that no longer functions that I can cannibalize one from. TIA Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e429370a9f86573e27st02duc From miniac7 at aol.com Wed Aug 10 08:55:51 2011 From: miniac7 at aol.com (miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:55:51 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> Message-ID: <8CE2584BB3CDFD8-758-5B31@webmail-m064.sysops.aol.com> Perhaps one needs to show up in a 1500 Triumph engined (dreaded rubber bumper) Midget to feel welcome. Howard -----Original Message----- From: David Lieb <72spridget at gmail.com> To: Bud Osbourne ; Spridgets Sent: Wed, Aug 10, 2011 10:28 am Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? The number of Spridgets there is probably easily correlated to the umber of Spridget parts that he cariies (to say nothing of CR's ttitude towards everything non-TR. avid L uggested annual donation $12.75 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/miniac7 at aol.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Aug 10 10:25:10 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:25:10 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard Message-ID: <5c3a8.518f4605.3b740ae6@aol.com> Hi Ed, Welcome back, where've you been? Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 10/08/2011 15:29:25 GMT Daylight Time, shop at justbrits.com writes: Me From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 10 11:16:54 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:16:54 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] MKI, MKII Speedo Message-ID: <20110810.111654.3054.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> Sorry guys, Peter C. just reminded me that you would probably need a SN off of the face to give a good answer- SN1635/00 followed by 1472 Thanks. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e42bd3f6552457e488st04duc From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Aug 10 11:47:16 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:47:16 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... Message-ID: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... I was adjusting my valves and notice considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? Should I shim this to snug it up? http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From refisk at chartermi.net Wed Aug 10 12:31:02 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:31:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Edward, Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr video because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end of the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... > > > I was adjusting my valves and notice > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? > Should I shim this to snug it up? > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream > > > Edward > Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/refisk at chartermi.net From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Aug 10 13:07:43 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:07:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313003263.53705.YahooMailNeo@web160818.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> I'll have to google that! thanks, Rick. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Rick Fisk To: "spridgets at autox.team.net" Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 2:31 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... Edward, Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr video because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end of the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... > > > I was adjusting my valves and notice > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? > Should I shim this to snug it up? > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream > > > Edward > Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/refisk at chartermi.net _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 10 13:31:26 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:31:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> They look like this. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200638286708 These are probably not the right size. Maybe Peter C has them? ...bill in corvallis =================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 11:31 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... Edward, Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr video because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end of the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. Rick =========================== Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... > > > I was adjusting my valves and notice > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? > Should I shim this to snug it up? > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream > > > Edward > Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Wed Aug 10 14:03:59 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:03:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> Message-ID: <4E42E42F.9090104@croakingfrog.net> Thackery washer ..... this thread.... worth two years at any automotive technical school. Thank you guys! Chap ******************** On 8/10/2011 3:31 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > They look like this. > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200638286708 > These are probably not the right size. Maybe Peter C has them? > ...bill in corvallis > =================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk > Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 11:31 AM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... > > Edward, > > Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr video > because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in > question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end > of > the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A > thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. > > Rick > =========================== > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > >> And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... >> >> >> I was adjusting my valves and notice >> considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? >> Should I shim this to snug it up? >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream >> >> >> Edward >> Perez >> Summerville, SC >> 78 Midget (1275) >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ >> _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 10 14:14:43 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:14:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> Message-ID: <201108101314750.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Moss number 329-860. Usually not on a 1275. I have some NOS ones BMC# 105322. But... if the slop is rockin' and not sliding, you'll want to rebush or replace the rocker. Peter == At 02:31 PM 8/10/2011, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: >They look like this. >http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200638286708 >These are probably not the right size. Maybe Peter C has them? >...bill in corvallis >=================================== >-----Original Message----- >From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >[mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk >Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 11:31 AM >To: spridgets at autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... > >Edward, > >Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr video >because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in >question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end >of >the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A >thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. > >Rick >=========================== >Sent from my iPad > >On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > > > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... > > > > > > I was adjusting my valves and notice > > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? > > Should I shim this to snug it up? > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream > > > > > > Edward > > Perez > > Summerville, SC > > 78 Midget (1275) > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > > _______________________________________________ >_______________________________________________ > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/peter at nosimport.com > > > > >----- >No virus found in this message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3825 - Release Date: 08/10/11 From abcoz at hky.com Wed Aug 10 14:16:31 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:16:31 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard In-Reply-To: <4E42907D.50907@justbrits.com> References: <013101cc5701$4e4e7450$eaeb5cf0$@hky.com> <4E42907D.50907@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <020c01cc579a$65918f00$30b4ad00$@hky.com> Why? Spridget Talk is for Spridget stuff. MGB stuff belongs elsewhere. If someone posted a question about Spridgets on MGE, I'd tell them (come to think of it, I HAVE told them) that the best bet for a good answer would be Spridget Talk. Absolutely no one should be offended or feel slighted. If anyone does, I'd have to call them a bit silly, or worse. Bud Osbourne -----Original Message----- From: Shop at " Just Brits " [mailto:shop at justbrits.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 10:07 AM To: Bud Osbourne Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard Wow, if I have ever seen a time, a post shoulda been private: << Your best bet for an answer to your question would be to get on the MG Experience forum >> That should make List Owner/Operator Mark J. Bradakis aka Mark & MJB very "proud", Bud ?!?!? You know, the gent that 'offers up' Spridgets at AutoX.Team.Net !?!?! The very List the you are subscribed to ?!? Me From abcoz at hky.com Wed Aug 10 14:43:30 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:43:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> Message-ID: <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> Now, David, that is just plain and total bullshit and I'm very surprised that you would make such a baseless claim. TRF does an excellent job of providing parts for the MGB. Charles likes ALL British cars, not just Triumphs. He's doing a Bugeye restoration for one of his kids. His daughter has been driving an MGB for years. General manager John Swauger drives a Mini that he's had just about forever. There are always a lot of Bs at Summer Party, as well as a few Big Healeys, Morgans, Jaguars, Land Rovers, etc. The non-Triumphs are encouraged to attend. This event isn't about selling Triumph parts (or MG parts, for that matter), although everything is offered at a discount to Summer Party attendees.. Bud Osbourne -----Original Message----- From: David Lieb [mailto:72spridget at gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 10:00 AM To: Bud Osbourne; Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? The number of Spridgets there is probably easily correlated to the number of Spridget parts that he cariies (to say nothing of CR's attitude towards everything non-TR. David L From 72spridget at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 14:58:09 2011 From: 72spridget at gmail.com (David Lieb) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:58:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> Message-ID: > Now, David, that is just plain and total bullshit and I'm very surprised > that you would make such a baseless claim. ... Bud, YMMV. I happen to have bought a basket-case 1973 MGB back at the time when Charles Runyon started stocking MGB parts. I bought some stuff from him. That got me onto his mailing list, so I received his newsletters. Every issue of that newsletter contained some text over his name that was tantamount to an apology that he had to prostitute his company by carrying MGB parts in order to stay in business. It was couched in prettier language than that, but that was the message loud and clear. I do not consider that "baseless". I do not apologize for my feelings in the matter, although I do resent you telling me that it is "plain and total bullshit". You owe me an apology, although I doubt that I will ever see it. BTW, has he started stocking Spridget parts? David L From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 16:01:03 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:01:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: <201108101314750.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <40A366EF787248E89FAADC4B9B45BB9E@spider> <201108101314750.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: You might also want to replace the rocker shaft as it might be more worn than the rocker bush. Hal On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 1:14 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Moss number 329-860. Usually not on a 1275. I have some NOS ones BMC# > 105322. But... if the slop is rockin' and not sliding, you'll want to > rebush or replace the rocker. > Peter > == > > At 02:31 PM 8/10/2011, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > >> They look like this. >> http://cgi.ebay.com/**ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?** >> ViewItem&item=200638286708 >> These are probably not the right size. Maybe Peter C has them? >> ...bill in corvallis >> ==============================**===== >> -----Original Message----- >> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.**net >> [mailto:spridgets-bounces@**autox.team.net] >> On Behalf Of Rick Fisk >> Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 11:31 AM >> To: spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... >> >> Edward, >> >> Looks like you need a thackery washer. It's hard to see in the Flickr >> video >> because Flickr plops their "start the video arrow" right over the parts in >> question, but it looks like you have two flat washers installed on the end >> of >> the rocker shaft instead of one flat washer and one thackery washer. A >> thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. >> >> Rick >> =========================== >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Aug 10, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: >> >> > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... >> > >> > >> > I was adjusting my valves and notice >> > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? >> > Should I shim this to snug it up? >> > http://www.flickr.com/photos/**lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/**photostream >> > >> > >> > Edward >> > Perez >> > Summerville, SC >> > 78 Midget (1275) >> > http://www.flickr.com/photos/**lbc_newbie/ >> > ______________________________**_________________ >> ______________________________**_________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** >> options/spridgets/peter@**nosimport.com >> >> >> >> >> ----- >> No virus found in this message. >> Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >> Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3825 - Release Date: 08/10/11 >> > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/frog.aye@**gmail.com From abcoz at hky.com Wed Aug 10 16:01:14 2011 From: abcoz at hky.com (Bud Osbourne) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:01:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> Message-ID: <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> David, I stand by what I said. I did not seek to offend you (I thought you were a bit thicker-skinned, actually. Sorry. I guess not), but I have to call such an outrageous statement what it really is. We all are probably guilty of making bullshit statements, from time to time. Why get one's panties in a bunch when we get called-out on it? You are referring to stuff that might have (or might not have, depending on how you perceive things) occurred 25 years ago. I do business with TRF on an almost weekly basis and have been highly pleased with the service I get from them. One of the best things about TRF is that I don't have to deal with Moss (remember, most tune-up and electrical items for the MGB are the same as for a Spridget). Spridget parts? That will be the next line TRF takes on, but it's not as simple as just listing a bunch of part numbers. First, they will have to hire a Spridget guy to put it all together for them. Then, there's the advertising, catalogs, etc. Also, they realize that a price war with Moss could really put them in a financial bind (example: Moss could easily afford to offer huge shipping discounts, along with slightly cheaper parts prices for long enough to really do some damage), so they're cautious about just how big of a market share they go after. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 4:58 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? > Now, David, that is just plain and total bullshit and I'm very > surprised that you would make such a baseless claim. ... Bud, YMMV. I happen to have bought a basket-case 1973 MGB back at the time when Charles Runyon started stocking MGB parts. I bought some stuff from him. That got me onto his mailing list, so I received his newsletters. Every issue of that newsletter contained some text over his name that was tantamount to an apology that he had to prostitute his company by carrying MGB parts in order to stay in business. It was couched in prettier language than that, but that was the message loud and clear. I do not consider that "baseless". I do not apologize for my feelings in the matter, although I do resent you telling me that it is "plain and total bullshit". You owe me an apology, although I doubt that I will ever see it. BTW, has he started stocking Spridget parts? David L _______________________________________________ From refisk at chartermi.net Wed Aug 10 17:53:02 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:53:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> Message-ID: I don't know anything about TRF. But I know where David is coming from. You treat me badly and I will remember it for a long, long time. About 20 years ago I went to my local Pontiac dealer with green dollars in my hand to buy parts for my Fiero. The jerk behind the parts counter told me "You should scrap that piece of junk and buy a decent car". There I stood with money in my hand and I'm told my car is a piece of junk. I've never gone back to that dealer and never will. Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2011, at 6:01 PM, "Bud Osbourne" wrote: > David, > I stand by what I said. I did not seek to offend you (I thought you were a > bit thicker-skinned, actually. Sorry. I guess not), but I have to call > such an outrageous statement what it really is. We all are probably guilty > of making bullshit statements, from time to time. Why get one's panties in > a bunch when we get called-out on it? > You are referring to stuff that might have (or might not have, depending on > how you perceive things) occurred 25 years ago. I do business with TRF on > an almost weekly basis and have been highly pleased with the service I get > from them. One of the best things about TRF is that I don't have to deal > with Moss (remember, most tune-up and electrical items for the MGB are the > same as for a Spridget). > Spridget parts? That will be the next line TRF takes on, but it's not as > simple as just listing a bunch of part numbers. First, they will have to > hire a Spridget guy to put it all together for them. Then, there's the > advertising, catalogs, etc. Also, they realize that a price war with Moss > could really put them in a financial bind (example: Moss could easily afford > to offer huge shipping discounts, along with slightly cheaper parts prices > for long enough to really do some damage), so they're cautious about just > how big of a market share they go after. > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Lieb > Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 4:58 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? > >> Now, David, that is just plain and total bullshit and I'm very >> surprised that you would make such a baseless claim. ... > > Bud, > YMMV. I happen to have bought a basket-case 1973 MGB back at the time when > Charles Runyon started stocking MGB parts. I bought some stuff from him. > That got me onto his mailing list, so I received his newsletters. Every > issue of that newsletter contained some text over his name that was > tantamount to an apology that he had to prostitute his company by carrying > MGB parts in order to stay in business. It was couched in prettier language > than that, but that was the message loud and clear. I do not consider that > "baseless". I do not apologize for my feelings in the matter, although I do > resent you telling me that it is "plain and total bullshit". You owe me an > apology, although I doubt that I will ever see it. BTW, has he started > stocking Spridget parts? > David L > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/refisk at chartermi.net From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 18:35:57 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:35:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) Message-ID: Hey All, The Perseids Meteor Shower will be visible tonight now thru the weekend. Best nights to watch will be tonight thru Friday night. (There is supposed to be cloud cover here in Pa later in the weekend). Perseids peaks on The 12th of August I mention this because Kathy and I usually take the Midget for a ride and stop in the country for a while to watch the sky. Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 10 18:52:53 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay Fishbein) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:52:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> Message-ID: I have a scrap of paper on my monitor which contains a quote from William Severin Thompson that goes something like this: "It's surprising that someone's manner of doing business is to insult your customer base." Jay Fishbein Wallingford, CT -An iPhone communication- On Aug 10, 2011, at 7:53 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > I don't know anything about TRF. But I know where David is coming from. You > treat me badly and I will remember it for a long, long time. > > About 20 years ago I went to my local Pontiac dealer with green dollars in my > hand to buy parts for my Fiero. The jerk behind the parts counter told me > "You should scrap that piece of junk and buy a decent car". There I stood > with money in my hand and I'm told my car is a piece of junk. I've never gone > back to that dealer and never will. From george.brokaw at cox.net Wed Aug 10 19:16:11 2011 From: george.brokaw at cox.net (Paul Herder) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:16:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] 79 MG Convertible - $5000 (wichita) (NFI) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <00b701cc57c4$41c2be30$c5483a90$@brokaw@cox.net> I guess this is a special body kit... http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/2540548058.html From tequila.brad at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 19:41:18 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:41:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> Message-ID: I know, I know, but I get a certain morbid satisfaction, from calling up Just Ed's answering machine, and leaving an obscene message. YMMV, but that's just me.... On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 7:52 PM, Jay Fishbein wrote: > I have a scrap of paper on my monitor which contains a quote from William > Severin Thompson that goes something like this: > > "It's surprising that someone's manner of doing business is to insult your > customer base." > > Jay Fishbein > Wallingford, CT > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Wed Aug 10 20:04:58 2011 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:04:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area Message-ID: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area home? Thanks Leo From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Wed Aug 10 20:19:36 2011 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:19:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1313029176.34753.YahooMailClassic@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Sorry, almost FULL moon makes meteors difficult to see. But Good Luck, Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati --- On Thu, 8/11/11, Kevin Valentine wrote: > From: Kevin Valentine > Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) > To: "Spridgets" > Date: Thursday, August 11, 2011, 12:35 AM > Hey All, > > The Perseids Meteor Shower will be visible tonight now thru > the weekend. Best nights to watch will be tonight thru > Friday night. (There is supposed to be cloud cover here in > Pa later in the weekend). Perseids peaks on The 12th > of August > > I mention this because Kathy and I usually take the Midget > for a ride and stop in the country for a while to watch the > sky. > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jackson.skip at yahoo.com From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 10 20:32:01 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:32:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: <027501cc57cc$0faef190$2f0cd4b0$@hky.com> References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> <027501cc57cc$0faef190$2f0cd4b0$@hky.com> Message-ID: <1313029921.762.YahooMailRC@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Bud, I was responding to Rick's email and his experience at the Pontiac dealership, not yours. I wasn't talking about The Roadster Factory as I know nothing about that seller. jay ________________________________ From: Bud Osbourne To: Jay Fishbein Sent: Wed, August 10, 2011 10:12:02 PM Subject: RE: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? Jay, How about giving it a fucking rest? You guys are getting into a discussion where you have NO first-hand knowledge, as well as no first-hand experience. It borders on slander. Give it a rest, OK? -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay Fishbein Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 8:53 PM To: Spridget List Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? I have a scrap of paper on my monitor which contains a quote from William Severin Thompson that goes something like this: "It's surprising that someone's manner of doing business is to insult your customer base." Jay Fishbein Wallingford, CT -An iPhone communication- On Aug 10, 2011, at 7:53 PM, Rick Fisk wrote: > I don't know anything about TRF. But I know where David is coming from. You > treat me badly and I will remember it for a long, long time. > > About 20 years ago I went to my local Pontiac dealer with green > dollars in my > hand to buy parts for my Fiero. The jerk behind the parts counter > told me "You should scrap that piece of junk and buy a decent car". > There I stood with money in my hand and I'm told my car is a piece of > junk. I've never gone > back to that dealer and never will. From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 10 20:43:50 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:43:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] 79 MG Convertible - $5000 (wichita) (NFI) In-Reply-To: <00b701cc57c4$41c2be30$c5483a90$@brokaw@cox.net> Message-ID: <2063760620.800810.1313030630966.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> My! How they've changed since I was a kid!! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Paul Herder" wrote: > I guess this is a special body kit... > http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/2540548058.html From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 10 20:45:58 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:45:58 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: <901461441.800833.1313030758436.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Get a high gain WiFi antenna and feed it to a WIFi repeater. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Leo" <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: > Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a > rural area home? From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Aug 10 20:48:46 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:48:46 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <201108080920659.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <9A66F481E4724461B5397072BB3033A5@CGI.COMMTECH> <201108080920659.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1313030926.17390.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I would have to check for exact numbers, but varying the water temp from 170 to 190 had nearly zero effect on horsepower on dyno pulls with White Trash, everything else being identical. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: Mark Endicott ; spridgets list Sent: Monday, August 8, 2011 11:20 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... PERFECT Peter C - At 10:45 AM 8/8/2011, Mark Endicott wrote: > So I have a question, Just what is considered too hot? > > My 1275 will run 190 to 200 on a 95+ day in Tennessee. It doesn't boil (obviously) and the engine runs fine. If it fill the radiator to the top of the neck it will burp out what it doesn't want but only once then it is fine. I would think that 200 is OK for a cast iron block and head. It has been like this as long as I have had Spridgets, over 40 years. I run a 180 Thermostat because I think that is the MINIMUM temp. that it should run, the MAXIMUM temp is controlled by the cooling system not the thermostat. My thoughts have always been that if it doesn't boil it's ok. I also use a 75/25 mix of water/antifreeze as our winters are relatively mild and my cars stay in a heated garage. > > Mark > Nashville _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From shop at justbrits.com Wed Aug 10 21:12:25 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:12:25 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] MGB Dashboard In-Reply-To: <020c01cc579a$65918f00$30b4ad00$@hky.com> References: <013101cc5701$4e4e7450$eaeb5cf0$@hky.com> <4E42907D.50907@justbrits.com> <020c01cc579a$65918f00$30b4ad00$@hky.com> Message-ID: <4E434899.5080609@justbrits.com> << Why? Spridget Talk is for Spridget stuff. MGB stuff belongs elsewhere. >> Yep & Yep, Bud. Of course that tells me you have never used the Link MJB provides at the bottom of EVERY List Post --- Archives. Or you would know that MGs ( Bs & As ), MG-Ts, MG-MMMs, Triumphs (MJB's favorite ), Spitfires, and Healeys (Big) PLUS thirty-seven (37) other Marque specific Lists exist under the "roof" of AutoX.Team.Net. Your post on the subject [which HAS 'posted' in The Archives] has ZERO reference to anything AutoX.Team.Net. Period. Ergo, my reference. When I steer folks to anything such as this subject I give them *mgs-request at autox.team.net* as what I consider should be their 1st *stop*. Thereafter comes Skye's excellent 'board' [ MG Experience ], then Basil's British Car Forum [ aka BCF ], and then the UK Board [ Link not handy ]. Ooops, almost forgot the yahoo one [ I even tell those folks to go to Mark's List "Archives" WAY better than POS yahoo's ] ! ! BTW, I WAS only yankin yer chain !! Geesh. From pondhopautomation at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 21:13:33 2011 From: pondhopautomation at gmail.com (Duncan Sinclair) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:13:33 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: You can use a cell phone booster and a high gain antenna pointed at the closest tower. I think they area around $300 though. Thanks Duncan -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leo Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 9:05 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area home? Thanks Leo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pondhopautomation at gmail.com From millerls at ado13.com Wed Aug 10 21:32:44 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:32:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: <7FB9D9E7-F043-47C1-A7FE-22ED1B774D8B@ado13.com> If you find one, let me know.... On Aug 10, 2011, at 7:04 PM, Leo wrote: > Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area > home? > > > > Thanks > > Leo > _______________________________________________ > > 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/millerls at ado13.com From eric.t.cartman at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 21:39:29 2011 From: eric.t.cartman at gmail.com (Greg Gowins) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:39:29 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: It depends really how far away from the nearest cell tower you are. There are some directional antennas that can pickup a signal from pretty far away. Not sure what kind of internet connection you have, but there are devices called 'femtocells' that act like mini cell towers for your house, and send the calls over the Internet to your cell carrier. Greg On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 9:04 PM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: > Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area > home? > > > > Thanks > > Leo From lbc at littlebitcountry.com Wed Aug 10 21:39:13 2011 From: lbc at littlebitcountry.com (Dave Yealy) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:39:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: <201108110340.p7B3e5mR006918@mail.usimperio.com> You can always try the tinfoil pyramid on top of your head. If that doesn't work try the regular land line. Dave At 10:04 PM 8/10/2011, you wrote: >Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area >home? > > > >Thanks > >Leo From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 10 22:39:20 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:39:20 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <1361774484.801505.1313037456204.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <2089723186.801513.1313037560704.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Jim, A repeater doesn't process the data, just passes it along.. But put the antenna together with the repeater (amplifier) and you're looking at an amplified antenna... just like I use for OTA HDTV. Daveg From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 10 22:40:39 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:40:39 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <201108110340.p7B3e5mR006918@mail.usimperio.com> Message-ID: <1863103819.801525.1313037639528.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> The Martians are coming, The Martians are coming.. LOL -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Dave Yealy" wrote: > You can always try the tinfoil pyramid on top of your head. From pchast at francomm.com Wed Aug 10 22:43:11 2011 From: pchast at francomm.com (Pete Chast) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:43:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: They work with a high speed Internet connection. Cell phone boosters will take a 1.5 bar signal to 4-5 bars in they claim 1500 sq ft.... Has anyone here used them? On Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:39:29 -0400, Greg Gowins wrote: > > It depends really how far away from the nearest cell tower you are. > There are some directional antennas that can pickup a signal from > pretty far away. Not sure what kind of internet connection you have, > but there are devices called 'femtocells' that act like mini cell > towers for your house, and send the calls over the Internet to your > cell carrier. > > Greg > > On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 9:04 PM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: >> Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural >> area >> home? >> >> >> >> Thanks >> >> Leo > _______________________________________________ > > 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/pchast at francomm.com > -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/ From froggi60 at gmail.com Wed Aug 10 23:16:02 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:16:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: Try a 2-meter radio. Where are you going to be? Central Park.... On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 7:04 PM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: > Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural > area > home? > > > > Thanks > > Leo From grday at btinternet.com Thu Aug 11 03:56:27 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 10:56:27 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com><021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com><023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> Message-ID: Is you who calls and says they are from Microsoft Support Centre? You always ring off when I ask your name and address for serving a subpoena! LOL. Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Brad Fornal" To: "Jay Fishbein" Cc: "Spridget List" Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 2:41 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? >I know, I know, but I get a certain morbid satisfaction, from calling up > Just Ed's answering machine, and leaving an obscene message. > YMMV, but that's just me.... > > On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 7:52 PM, Jay Fishbein wrote: > >> I have a scrap of paper on my monitor which contains a quote from William >> Severin Thompson that goes something like this: >> >> "It's surprising that someone's manner of doing business is to insult >> your >> customer base." >> >> Jay Fishbein >> Wallingford, CT >> >> > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Aug 11 05:14:28 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:14:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area In-Reply-To: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> References: <016801cc57cb$17bbc120$47334360$@net> Message-ID: <3243350601124B63AC93CDCB1FB248D4@spider> I live in a low reception area in a large town. I bought an amplifier by Zboost off of eBay. It is the difference between standing outside to get a call and being near the room upstairs. ...bill in corvallis ============================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leo Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2011 7:05 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] cell coverage in rural area Anyone have any experience on how to boost cell phone signal in a rural area home? Thanks Leo _______________________________________________ From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Thu Aug 11 05:58:57 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:58:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: <1313029176.34753.YahooMailClassic@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1313029176.34753.YahooMailClassic@web46414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Skip, cross the river and drive down to Big Bone Lick park. That is far enough from the city lights that you can still see the stars. However, the moon will keep you from seeing all but the brightest meteors. On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 10:19 PM, Skip Jackson wrote: > Sorry, almost FULL moon makes meteors difficult to see. But Good Luck, > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati > > --- On Thu, 8/11/11, Kevin Valentine wrote: > > > From: Kevin Valentine > > Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) > > To: "Spridgets" > > Date: Thursday, August 11, 2011, 12:35 AM > > Hey All, > > > > The Perseids Meteor Shower will be visible tonight now thru > > the weekend. Best nights to watch will be tonight thru > > Friday night. (There is supposed to be cloud cover here in > > Pa later in the weekend). Perseids peaks on The 12th > > of August > > > > I mention this because Kathy and I usually take the Midget > > for a ride and stop in the country for a while to watch the > > sky. > > > > Kevin V. > > Tuscarora, Pa > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jackson.skip at yahoo.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/trevor.jessie at gmail.com From robert.duquette at me.com Thu Aug 11 07:38:28 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:38:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? In-Reply-To: References: <015c01cc5750$c3ec1150$4bc433f0$@hky.com> <021f01cc579e$2a346d70$7e9d4850$@hky.com> <023801cc57a9$0695c570$13c15050$@hky.com> Message-ID: <4EF5ECD0-E09C-4B4C-A3A1-E24FC68A1A89@me.com> An employee once told me, "this job would be great if it weren't for the customers." Another prize comment was "that customer generates too much labour in here; we should drop them". Robert Sent from my device that doesn't pay me to advertise for them. On 2011-08-10, at 8:52 PM, Jay Fishbein wrote: > I have a scrap of paper on my monitor which contains a quote from William > Severin Thompson that goes something like this: > > "It's surprising that someone's manner of doing business is to insult your > customer base." > > Jay Fishbein From haynes386 at netzero.net Thu Aug 11 08:27:25 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:27:25 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC content! PPIHC video Message-ID: <20110811.082725.6166.0@webmail03.dca.untd.com> One of RMVR's racers made this video- 2 parts, good video. How slow would a Spridget be?-Jess topped out ~105 mph UPHILL! enjoy, I did. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Ever wonder what it's like to race up Pikes Peak? Once again RMVR hosted a grid of vintage cars for this year's ledgondary hill climb. An RMVR member, Jess Neal, has produced a very nice video of his 2011 run up the hill in his #42 Plymouth Barracuda. There are two versions of the videos, one with and one without music. Both versions are in two parts because YouTube restricts video length to 10 minutes and currently Tajima is the only competitor who is faster than 10 minutes on the mountain! Enjoy. Part 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJ0_qt3zqF4 Part 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtLlb59dx4E ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e43e8b558a195be8d6st04duc From rbastedo at gmail.com Thu Aug 11 09:39:55 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:39:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) Message-ID: According to spaceweather.com: "The best time to look is Saturday morning, Aug. 13, just before dawn when the Moon is low and meteor rates are peaking. Some observers will also see the International Space Station, which coincidentally flies over many US towns and cities during the shower's peak" From kk7ss at frontier.com Thu Aug 11 12:29:50 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:29:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: <566916939.808329.1313085666371.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <708229708.808755.1313087390215.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> FYI and FWIW.. Best ISS passes for Sat am over Seattle area are 4:41 - 4:51 am 6:16 - 6:26 am Pass will be from NW to E -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Rick Bastedo" wrote: > Some observers will also see the International Space Station, which > > coincidentally flies over many US towns and cities during the shower's > peak" From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Thu Aug 11 13:36:40 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:36:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: <708229708.808755.1313087390215.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <708229708.808755.1313087390215.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <4E442F48.6040407@croakingfrog.net> I used to track sat's all the time with the kids. Have watched the Mir Space Station traverse the sky hundreds of times. Some nights we could capture two transits. As well, we captured weather sats and comsats. IIS is a bit harder to capture as it travels in, if I remember correctly, a more Southerly route. I use David Ransom's STSPlus program to track sats. It's a DOS program and last update was 2002. However, the app is very cool and works like a charm in XPPro and Vista. http://celestrak.com/software/dransom/stsplus.html . For those interested, there IS a bit of a learning curve. But it's well worth the time. You can amaze your friends and neighbors and the kids will think you're a genius! ;) STSPLus utilizes current TLE (two line elements) provided by NORAD (http://celestrak.com/NORAD/elements/) The TLE's are two lines of numeric entries used in mapping the trajectory of an object over the map. There are other sat track packages but for me, STSPlus is way cool, old school and the kids loved it! Best time to capture a sat transit is predawn at 60 - 90 minutes before sunrise and late to post twilight in the evening. Usually 10PM local time is about as late as you can still get a visual and that would be a partial Western transit. The last time my son and I caught a Perseid show, maybe six or seven years ago, at peak we were counting 500+ meteors per hour. Time stamp was in the 4AM - 5AM slot. it was phenomenal. Chap '-***** On 8/11/2011 2:29 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > FYI and FWIW.. > Best ISS passes for Sat am over Seattle area are > 4:41 - 4:51 am > 6:16 - 6:26 am > > Pass will be from NW to E > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Rick Bastedo" wrote: >> Some observers will also see the International Space Station, which >> >> coincidentally flies over many US towns and cities during the shower's >> peak" > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From rbastedo at gmail.com Thu Aug 11 13:42:33 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:42:33 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: <4E442F48.6040407@croakingfrog.net> References: <708229708.808755.1313087390215.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <4E442F48.6040407@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: Coolest recent sighting of ISS (for me): On the way home from Midget 50th. BillM, my son Peter and I all went to Devil's Tower Monument in Wyoming. We were watching the "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" movie outside on the deck of the KOA campground. Devil's Tower looms just off to your left, you are watching a movie with all kinds of strange spacecraft and straight overhead the ISS passes right over the screen. You had to look up to see it, but if you did it was ironic. Peter smiled broadly when I pointed it out to him. Rick (looking up) Bastedo On Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 12:36 PM, lcjones wrote: > I used to track sat's all the time with the kids. Have watched the Mir > Space Station traverse the sky hundreds of times. Some nights we could > capture two transits. As well, we captured weather sats and comsats. IIS > is a bit harder to capture as it travels in, if I remember correctly, a > more Southerly route. > > I use David Ransom's STSPlus program to track sats. It's a DOS program > and last update was 2002. However, the app is very cool and works like a > charm in XPPro and Vista. > http://celestrak.com/software/dransom/stsplus.html . For those > interested, there IS a bit of a learning curve. But it's well worth the > time. You can amaze your friends and neighbors and the kids will think > you're a genius! ;) > > STSPLus utilizes current TLE (two line elements) provided by NORAD > (http://celestrak.com/NORAD/elements/) The TLE's are two lines of > numeric entries used in mapping the trajectory of an object over the > map. There are other sat track packages but for me, STSPlus is way cool, > old school and the kids loved it! > > Best time to capture a sat transit is predawn at 60 - 90 minutes before > sunrise and late to post twilight in the evening. Usually 10PM local > time is about as late as you can still get a visual and that would be a > partial Western transit. > > The last time my son and I caught a Perseid show, maybe six or seven > years ago, at peak we were counting 500+ meteors per hour. Time stamp > was in the 4AM - 5AM slot. it was phenomenal. > > Chap > '-***** > > > On 8/11/2011 2:29 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > FYI and FWIW.. > > Best ISS passes for Sat am over Seattle area are > > 4:41 - 4:51 am > > 6:16 - 6:26 am > > > > Pass will be from NW to E > > > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- "Rick Bastedo" wrote: > >> Some observers will also see the International Space Station, which > >> > >> coincidentally flies over many US towns and cities during the shower's > >> peak" > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Thu Aug 11 14:23:00 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:23:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: References: <708229708.808755.1313087390215.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <4E442F48.6040407@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: <4E443A24.5010808@croakingfrog.net> RE: STSPlus .... It's been a while, so forgive me. STSPlus requires a DOS emulator such as DOSBOX (google is your friend) to run in Vista and probably later Windows OS's... Chap **** On Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 12:36 PM, lcjones wrote: >> I used to track sat's all the time with the kids. Have watched the Mir >> Space Station traverse the sky hundreds of times. Some nights we could >> capture two transits. As well, we captured weather sats and comsats. IIS >> is a bit harder to capture as it travels in, if I remember correctly, a >> more Southerly route. >> >> I use David Ransom's STSPlus program to track sats. It's a DOS program >> and last update was 2002. However, the app is very cool and works like a >> charm in XPPro and Vista. >> http://celestrak.com/software/dransom/stsplus.html . For those >> interested, there IS a bit of a learning curve. But it's well worth the >> time. You can amaze your friends and neighbors and the kids will think >> you're a genius! ;) >> >> STSPLus utilizes current TLE (two line elements) provided by NORAD >> (http://celestrak.com/NORAD/elements/) The TLE's are two lines of >> numeric entries used in mapping the trajectory of an object over the >> map. There are other sat track packages but for me, STSPlus is way cool, >> old school and the kids loved it! >> >> Best time to capture a sat transit is predawn at 60 - 90 minutes before >> sunrise and late to post twilight in the evening. Usually 10PM local >> time is about as late as you can still get a visual and that would be a >> partial Western transit. >> >> The last time my son and I caught a Perseid show, maybe six or seven >> years ago, at peak we were counting 500+ meteors per hour. Time stamp >> was in the 4AM - 5AM slot. it was phenomenal. >> >> Chap >> '-***** >> >> >> On 8/11/2011 2:29 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: >>> FYI and FWIW.. >>> Best ISS passes for Sat am over Seattle area are >>> 4:41 - 4:51 am >>> 6:16 - 6:26 am >>> >>> Pass will be from NW to E >>> >>> -- >>> Dave G KK7SS >>> Richland, WA >>> >>> '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. >>> '65 Sprite - in process :( >>> '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) >>> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid >>> >>> ----- "Rick Bastedo" wrote: >>>> Some observers will also see the International Space Station, which >>>> >>>> coincidentally flies over many US towns and cities during the shower's >>>> peak" >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> 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/lcjones at croakingfrog.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From kk7ss at frontier.com Thu Aug 11 16:35:38 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:35:38 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some Spridget content) In-Reply-To: <4E443A24.5010808@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: <1099126874.811674.1313102138771.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> For current, real-time, ISS status (browser friendly) go here http://www.isstracker.com/ -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From twobees at sprynet.com Fri Aug 12 12:56:51 2011 From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs) Date: Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:56:51 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Perseids Meteor Shower (some car content) Message-ID: <009c01cc5921$988e30b0$6401a8c0@normoffice> Reminds me of 2009. We rented a house in Carmel for Monterey Week for a couple of years. In 2009 we actually took advantage of the hot tub at the house. While soaking in it one night we watched the Preseid showers. One meteor was INCREDIBLY bright! It was a celestial treat for all of us, Oh, and the cars at Monterey Historics, Pebble Beach, The Quail & on the streets were great too. Norm From jessmd1 at comcast.net Fri Aug 12 19:26:34 2011 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:26:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] dashboard In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <90B8CB63-ADC7-4937-8BB9-CE24957ECFA2@comcast.net> Does anyone have a good dash for a 1959 bugeye? From b-evans at earthlink.net Fri Aug 12 20:19:45 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:19:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom Message-ID: <00a201cc595f$781af6e0$6850e4a0$@net> http://tinyurl.com/3rbnvlp From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Aug 13 04:20:18 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 03:20:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom In-Reply-To: <00a201cc595f$781af6e0$6850e4a0$@net> Message-ID: <1313230818.72055.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> I remember when this happened. He removed the windshield and drove the car under the gates guarding the crossing. Brave guy. Not for the crossing, but for telling his MIL he was going to stuff her in the trunk of a Sprite. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Fri, 8/12/11, Robert Evans wrote: From: Robert Evans Subject: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Friday, August 12, 2011, 10:19 PM http://tinyurl.com/3rbnvlp Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From dlancer7676 at comcast.net Sat Aug 13 05:04:47 2011 From: dlancer7676 at comcast.net (dlancer7676 at comcast.net) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 11:04:47 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom In-Reply-To: <1313230818.72055.YahooMailClassic@web161202.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1702099238.96768.1313233487541.JavaMail.root@sz0042a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Cool rebuild, Rick. The Healey looks exactly like the one I bought new off an auto transport at a Healey dealer in Cincinnati in 1965.B Healey blue with blue ragtop.B Beautiful car. --David C. "Look to this day, for it is life, the very life of life. In its brief course lie all the realities and verities of existence. The bliss of growth, the splendor of action, the glory of power. And yesterday is but a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision. But today - well lived - makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Look well, therefore, to this day. ~ Sanskrit proverb ~ ----- Original Message ----- From: "HealeyRick" To: spridgets at autox.team.net, "Robert Evans" Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 6:20:18 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom I remember when this happened. B He removed the windshield and drove the car under the gates guarding the crossing. B Brave guy. B Not for the crossing, but for telling his MIL he was going to stuff her in the trunk of a Sprite. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: B http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Fri, 8/12/11, Robert Evans wrote: From: Robert Evans Subject: [Spridgets] A Sprite doing its part for Freedom To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Friday, August 12, 2011, 10:19 PM http://tinyurl.com/3rbnvlp Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation B $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlancer7676 at comcast.net From refisk at chartermi.net Sat Aug 13 09:55:23 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 11:55:23 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet Message-ID: <34B59618-5562-4885-9379-1FFD5BB1334A@chartermi.net> Sure is quiet on the 'ol Spridget list. Everybody must be at the TRF summer party. :-) Rick From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 13 10:38:55 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 09:38:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet In-Reply-To: <34B59618-5562-4885-9379-1FFD5BB1334A@chartermi.net> References: <34B59618-5562-4885-9379-1FFD5BB1334A@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <39F8C03924EF4D3F80CA24F7D760E2B9@spider> 98% of the Spridgets are still on the road; I made it home. ...bill in corvallis -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 8:55 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet Sure is quiet on the 'ol Spridget list. Everybody must be at the TRF summer party. :-) Rick _______________________________________________ From sbyers at ec.rr.com Sat Aug 13 11:37:04 2011 From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:37:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Message-ID: <001901cc59df$9dd67b40$d98371c0$@rr.com> Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 13 11:56:09 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 10:56:09 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <001901cc59df$9dd67b40$d98371c0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <1313258169.38847.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Steve, Just get a Facet pump and install it near the tank. About 3-4 PSI. Pegasus Auto Racing has the for $46 bucks. See link: https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecId=82 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/13/11, BJ8 Healeys wrote: From: BJ8 Healeys Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 5:37 PM Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.net From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 13 12:05:03 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 11:05:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <1313258169.38847.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313258703.70392.YahooMailClassic@web180609.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> OK, I goofed. The pump I sent the link for was a 1 PSI pump. This is the one you probably want, and it is a little more money: https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecID=7550 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/13/11, BJ8 Healeys wrote: From: BJ8 Healeys Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 5:37 PM Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA _______________________________________________ From dwoerpel at wi.net Sat Aug 13 12:37:28 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:37:28 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet In-Reply-To: <39F8C03924EF4D3F80CA24F7D760E2B9@spider> References: <34B59618-5562-4885-9379-1FFD5BB1334A@chartermi.net> <39F8C03924EF4D3F80CA24F7D760E2B9@spider> Message-ID: <60617.174.157.35.80.1313260648.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Glad everyone made it safely home! Terri and I are enjoying the 75*, 57* dew point at our cottage in n. WI. We've a doe with triplets in our area, eagles and osprey and last night a family of curious otters while we were fishing. Finally got the Bugeye dried out and cleaned for the Milwaukee Masterpiece car show in a couple of weeks. Sure had fun with you folks at the 50th! Dave and Terri > 98% of the Spridgets are still on the road; I made it home. ...bill in > corvallis > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 8:55 AM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet > > Sure is quiet on the 'ol Spridget list. Everybody must be at the TRF > summer > party. :-) > > Rick From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 13:33:46 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:33:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet In-Reply-To: <60617.174.157.35.80.1313260648.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <34B59618-5562-4885-9379-1FFD5BB1334A@chartermi.net> <39F8C03924EF4D3F80CA24F7D760E2B9@spider> <60617.174.157.35.80.1313260648.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 1:37 PM, wrote: Terri and I are enjoying the 75*, 57* > dew point at our cottage in n. WI. > Not funny, Dave.... ;-( -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Aug 13 13:46:32 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:46:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <1313258169.38847.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1313258169.38847.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Or you could buy the same pump from Aircraft Spruce for $33.50. http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/facetpumps.php LAD -----Original Message----- From: Michael MacLean Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 12:56 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net ; BJ8 Healeys Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Steve, Just get a Facet pump and install it near the tank. About 3-4 PSI. Pegasus Auto Racing has the for $46 bucks. See link: https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecId=82 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/13/11, BJ8 Healeys wrote: From: BJ8 Healeys Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 5:37 PM Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.net Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From kmappley at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 13:59:16 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:59:16 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Message-ID: Steve: Personally I would avoid the "hammering cube" Facet pump and order a Airtex E8016S. Just ordered my second one from Rock Auto for $38. Fitted one to my BE and love it, it's QUIET! Can't say on reliability yet but I am ordering another for my Midget that I took to Midget 50 to replace a cantankerous SU. Kurt From kk7ss at frontier.com Sat Aug 13 14:31:43 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 20:31:43 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <873769374.831099.1313267503879.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Kurt, What did you use to adapt the female threads on the pump to the fuel line?? -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Kurt Appley" wrote: > Airtex E8016S. Just ordered my second one from Rock Auto for $38. > Fitted one to my BE and love it, it's QUIET! > Can't say on reliability yet but I am > ordering another for my Midget that I took to Midget 50 >to replace a cantankerous SU. From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 14:33:08 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:33:08 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement Message-ID: First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the frame - one is gone the other is mostly gone. I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find them in a catalog. Anybody help? I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot point nearest the wheel? Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the car. For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing on my part. Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo From pythias at pacifier.com Sat Aug 13 14:58:19 2011 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:58:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <001901cc59df$9dd67b40$d98371c0$@rr.com> References: <001901cc59df$9dd67b40$d98371c0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <1261519269.20110813135819@pacifier.com> Hello BJ8, the spec is 2.8 to 3.8 lbs -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" Blame Saint Andreas - it's all his fault. From billmasq at hotmail.com Sat Aug 13 14:58:39 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:58:39 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? In-Reply-To: <9AC1DAF867124C38BF165C8DE4C70745@HomePC> References: <201108091400392.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>, <9AC1DAF867124C38BF165C8DE4C70745@HomePC> Message-ID: Do remember that there are two types of ribcase trans and that they are NOT intercompatible. The early ones (1098) and the later ones (about 1966 & up) . BillM > From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > To: spridgets at autox.team.net; peter at nosimport.com > Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 16:44:34 -0500 > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? > > Horler says with the intro of the 1098. Sept. 62. > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Peter Caldwell > Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 4:00 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: [Spridgets] Ribcase transmission starts when? > > Sorry, drawing blank and multi-non-tasking.. > > when do they start with ribcase trannies? > > Thanks > > Peter > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 15:15:05 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:15:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front suspension Message-ID: Thanks for the pages, this is just what I needed. Rick (springs removed, moving on to bushings) Bastedo On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 1:57 PM, wrote: > ** ** From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 13 15:15:11 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:15:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <87F4CF5542F146538A6BC70A38CC57E4@spider> Four images are coming your way. Peter Caldwell has the rubber bump stoppers. ...bill in corvallis ======================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 1:33 PM To: SPRIDGETS Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the frame - one is gone the other is mostly gone. I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find them in a catalog. Anybody help? I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot point nearest the wheel? Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the car. For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing on my part. Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From crashman at genevaonline.com Sat Aug 13 15:24:40 2011 From: crashman at genevaonline.com (Tim michnay) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:24:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> Hi Rick, It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) Michnay -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM To: SPRIDGETS Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the frame - one is gone the other is mostly gone. I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find them in a catalog. Anybody help? I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot point nearest the wheel? Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the car. For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing on my part. Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/crashman at genevaonline.com From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 15:28:00 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:28:00 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> Message-ID: Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay wrote: > Hi Rick, > > It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 > > Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) Michnay > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM > To: SPRIDGETS > Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement > > First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the frame - > one is gone the other is mostly gone. > I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find them > in a catalog. > Anybody help? > > I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. > I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot > point nearest the wheel? > Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? > I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the car. > > For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing on > my > part. > > Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo > _______________________________________________ > > 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/crashman at genevaonline.com From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 13 16:00:56 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 15:00:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1313272856.77033.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I defer to Larry. A much better price! Mike --- On Sat, 8/13/11, Larry Daniels wrote: From: Larry Daniels Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net, "BJ8 Healeys" Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 7:46 PM Or you could buy the same pump from Aircraft Spruce for $33.50. http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/facetpumps.php LAD -----Original Message----- From: Michael MacLean Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 12:56 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net ; BJ8 Healeys Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Steve, Just get a Facet pump and install it near the tank. About 3-4 PSI. Pegasus Auto Racing has the for $46 bucks. See link: https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecId=82 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/13/11, BJ8 Healeys wrote: From: BJ8 Healeys Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 5:37 PM Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.net Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Aug 13 16:15:45 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 17:15:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <1313272856.77033.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1313272856.77033.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <5A3B2665E43B42E286B7088C40A73F4F@HomePC> Actually, Mike, Kurt Appley then mentioned the Airtex E8016S which I never heard of before, but I see Barney Gaylord mentions it on his site, too. http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/fuel/fp201.htm Looks like it might be better than the noisy Facet unit? Although, Peter C. has a fix for the noise from the Facet pump. LAD From: Michael MacLean Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 5:00 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net ; BJ8 Healeys ; Larry Daniels Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure I defer to Larry. A much better price! Mike --- On Sat, 8/13/11, Larry Daniels wrote: From: Larry Daniels Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net, "BJ8 Healeys" Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 7:46 PM Or you could buy the same pump from Aircraft Spruce for $33.50. http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/facetpumps.php LAD -----Original Message----- From: Michael MacLean Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 12:56 PM To: wlmailhtml:/mc/compose?to=spridgets at autox.team.net ; BJ8 Healeys Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Steve, Just get a Facet pump and install it near the tank. About 3-4 PSI. Pegasus Auto Racing has the for $46 bucks. See link: https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecId=82 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sat, 8/13/11, BJ8 Healeys wrote: From: BJ8 Healeys Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: wlmailhtml:/mc/compose?to=spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 5:37 PM Hello, Spridgeteers! What is the nominal fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget? Last November, my Midget began trying to stall at stops. Troubleshooting determined that the front carb was flooding. Changing to Grose Jets and trying two different new sets of needles/seats, a new float, and even changing the front carb for a spare did not fix the problem. I then suspected the fuel pump pressure was too high, but until today I did not have a way to check the pressure, so I moved on to other projects with more chance of success. I installed the pump in 1988. It is an aftermarket vane pump (Blackstone Industries, P/N EP10, made in West Germany). I have been unable to find any information about the pump on the internet. Could a pump have an internal failure that would suddenly raise its output pressure? This morning, I put a pressure gauge on the hose at the front carb and it pegged the gauge at more than 10 psi. I think it should be closer to 4 psi and below, but can't find a fuel pressure spec in the shop manual, either. Thanks! Steve Byers Havelock, NC USA Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.n et _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.n et From nases at verizon.net Sat Aug 13 16:36:17 2011 From: nases at verizon.net (Phil Nase) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:36:17 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <126CFB61-8B4E-43E7-896D-3DE9817A358C@verizon.net> I find the pump ticking kind of reassuring. Phil Nase Quakertown, PA home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ On Aug 13, 2011, at 3:59 PM, Kurt Appley wrote: > Steve: Personally I would avoid the "hammering cube" Facet pump and order a > Airtex E8016S. Just ordered my second one from Rock Auto for $38. Fitted one > to my BE and love it, it's QUIET! Can't say on reliability yet but I am > ordering another for my Midget that I took to Midget 50 to replace a > cantankerous SU. > > Kurt > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/nases at verizon.net From sbyers at ec.rr.com Sat Aug 13 16:42:59 2011 From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:42:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure Message-ID: <003401cc5a0a$5a3cf960$0eb6ec20$@rr.com> Thanks to all for the responses to my question about fuel pump pressure for a '73 Midget. Now I know that the spec pressure is 2.8 to 3.8 psi. Recommendations ranged from using a specific pump to using a regulator. I've never used a Facet pump, but most people who have who don't like them say it's because they are noisy. If possible, I would like to avoid using a regulator because of the plumbing complications and the additional cost ($30 locally). I've never had to use one before on either my Healey or the Midget. Preferring to buy a pump locally, rather than ordering and waiting, I found one at Autozone, which is where I bought my current one in 1988. It seems that most universal pumps that work with our British cars, whatever the brand or wherever they are manufactured, have a part number like E8016S. I use one of these as a backup to the SU on my Healey. The pump I bought today is Spectra Premium, P/N E8016S (the box also has the number SP8016U), for $51. Made in China, but then so is most everything else nowadays. Well, boys and girls, the new pump doesn't do crap for the front carb overflow problem.. A major disappointment, so I'm back to square one. According to the same pressure gauge that told me my old pump was putting out 10 psi, it says the new pump is 6 - 7 psi, although the spec info for the pump at Autozone says 2.5 - 4.5 psi. I guess the next step is to try a regulator. Steve Byers Havelock, NC From sbyers at ec.rr.com Sat Aug 13 17:12:57 2011 From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:12:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure In-Reply-To: <1313276098.84715.YahooMailClassic@web180602.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1313276098.84715.YahooMailClassic@web180602.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <003c01cc5a0e$89b982e0$9d2c88a0$@rr.com> I installed an E8016S pump (manufacturer unknown) in series with the SU on my Healey in January 2002. With a switch under the dash, I can select either pump on, or both of them off. On long trips, I use the SU on the outbound leg and the E8016S coming home. The E8016S is so quiet, I can't hear it running with the engine started. It's a comfort when thousands of miles from home to know that I have a backup pump. I've had to use that feature twice now when the SU wouldn't start the car. And I can't count the times I've run out of gas in the hotel parking lot when I forgot I turned off both pumps the night before. Steve Byers Havelock, NC From: Michael MacLean [mailto:rrengineer.mike at att.net] Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 6:55 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net; BJ8 Healeys; Larry Daniels Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure I have a NIB Airtex E8016S for a backup pump to install on the BN2 when I get to that point. I am not sure I can rely on the Lucas solid state pump I bought from Burlen when I bought the 100 Lemans carbs for half of what the usual suspects are charging. Mike --- On Sat, 8/13/11, Larry Daniels wrote: From: Larry Daniels Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Fuel pump pressure To: "Michael MacLean" , spridgets at autox.team.net, "BJ8 Healeys" Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011, 10:15 PM Actually, Mike, Kurt Appley then mentioned the Airtex E8016S which I never heard of before, but I see Barney Gaylord mentions it on his site, too. http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/fuel/fp201.htm Looks like it might be better than the noisy Facet unit? Although, Peter C. has a fix for the noise from the Facet pump. LAD From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 17:50:34 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:50:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> Message-ID: you may want to consider replacing the entire assembly, if the kingpins have any wear in them. I know that Just Ed used to offer them, with double grease zerks on the lower fulcrum pin. Took me less than 3 hours to do the install. On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay >wrote: > > > Hi Rick, > > > > It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 > > > > Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) Michnay > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo > > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM > > To: SPRIDGETS > > Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement > > > > First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the frame > - > > one is gone the other is mostly gone. > > I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find > them > > in a catalog. > > Anybody help? > > > > I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. > > I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot > > point nearest the wheel? > > Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? > > I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the > car. > > > > For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing on > > my > > part. > > > > Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/crashman at genevaonline.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 20:41:02 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:41:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement Message-ID: FIASCO It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did the same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I was putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame bushings for now and put it all back together. Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several inches. Something is very seriously wrong here. I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on here. Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo From billmasq at hotmail.com Sat Aug 13 20:48:50 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:48:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Rick The upper trunion is backwards BillM > Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:41:02 -0700 > From: rbastedo at gmail.com > To: tequila.brad at gmail.com > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement > > FIASCO > > It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was > mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. > I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did the > same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I was > putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. > Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame > bushings for now and put it all back together. > Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several > inches. > Something is very seriously wrong here. > I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on here. > > Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: > > https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco > > Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From refisk at chartermi.net Sat Aug 13 20:51:05 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 22:51:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <518DD7E9-E96D-4F25-80F8-1E72187D5B00@chartermi.net> Rick, You've got the trunnion installed backwards. You have it installed with the trunnion bolt on the inside of the kingpin - it should be installed with the bolt on the outside of the kingpin. Another Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 13, 2011, at 10:41 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > FIASCO > > It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was > mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. > I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did the > same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I was > putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. > Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame > bushings for now and put it all back together. > Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several > inches. > Something is very seriously wrong here. > I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on here. > > Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: > > https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco > > Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo From rbastedo at gmail.com Sat Aug 13 20:54:45 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:54:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Heh - that would do it wouldn't it. Ok, thanks - crisis averted. Man I guess I'm probably not the only one who has ever done this before I suppose... Rick (embarrassed but grateful) Bastedo On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 7:47 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > Compare the top of your spindle on the passenger side, with the top of the > spindle on the drivers side. You have the top piece, where the shock mounts, > 180* out on the passenger side. > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 9:41 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > >> FIASCO >> >> It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was >> mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. >> I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did >> the same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I >> was putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. >> Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame >> bushings for now and put it all back together. >> Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several >> inches. >> Something is very seriously wrong here. >> I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on >> here. >> >> Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: >> >> https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco >> >> Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo >> >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From refisk at chartermi.net Sat Aug 13 20:57:37 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 22:57:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: You're definitely not the only guy that's done this before. :-) Sent from my iPad On Aug 13, 2011, at 10:54 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > Heh - that would do it wouldn't it. > Ok, thanks - crisis averted. > Man I guess I'm probably not the only one who has ever done this before I > suppose... > > Rick (embarrassed but grateful) Bastedo > > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 7:47 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > >> Compare the top of your spindle on the passenger side, with the top of the >> spindle on the drivers side. You have the top piece, where the shock mounts, >> 180* out on the passenger side. >> >> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 9:41 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: >> >>> FIASCO >>> >>> It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was >>> mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. >>> I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did >>> the same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I >>> was putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. >>> Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame >>> bushings for now and put it all back together. >>> Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several >>> inches. >>> Something is very seriously wrong here. >>> I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on >>> here. >>> >>> Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: >>> >>> https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco >>> >>> Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> DON JULIO 1942 >> >> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 13 20:58:52 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:58:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: You should do the A-arm bushings too. They will be as beat out as the trunnion bushing. ...bill in corvallis =================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 7:41 PM To: Brad Fornal Cc: SPRIDGETS Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement FIASCO It's pretty badly screwed now, the passenger side trunnion bushing was mostly non existent and what was there didn't look at all correct. I put in the correct pair of bushings and put things back together, did the same on the drivers side but over there what I took out resembled what I was putting back in, with a bit of wear, but they were correct. Things didn't look right so I decided to just skip the inner A frame bushings for now and put it all back together. Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several inches. Something is very seriously wrong here. I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on here. Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com Sat Aug 13 21:43:35 2011 From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 20:43:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Airtex Fuel Pump Message-ID: <1313293415.38894.YahooMailNeo@web34204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I've got an Airtex E8016S on Bugsy. Quiet 3-4 PSI or less. Mounts on the bulkhead just like the SU. Purchased at Advanced Auto for I believe $49.00 or so. Has been working fine on Bugsy for the last 2 years after the old fuel pump crapped out. From davriker at nwi.net Sat Aug 13 21:50:27 2011 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 20:50:27 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel Pump Message-ID: I installed one of these over 10 years ago. Yes, it is more money, but it is money well spent. Fuel pressure is correct, it fits, itbs quiet, itbs authentic, and itbs been plain reliable. http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=29520&SortOrder =2 Ibm sure there are other places to buy it besides Moss. David Riker From shop at justbrits.com Sat Aug 13 22:00:39 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:00:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Airtex Fuel Pump In-Reply-To: <1313293415.38894.YahooMailNeo@web34204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1313293415.38894.YahooMailNeo@web34204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4E474867.7080805@justbrits.com> BTW, it DOES matter whether you use a "pusher" or a "puller" ! ! ! From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 13 22:11:50 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 21:11:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Oil Overpressure Part deux Message-ID: <1313295110.13334.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Per advice from Phil over at APT, I changed the oil from VR-1 20w-50 (not enough ZDDP anyway) to Joe Gibbs synthetic blend 10W-30. Eight bucks a quart! Plenty of ZDDP according to the label. The oil pressure dropped when warmed up from 40 PSI at idle and 75 PSI at 4K rpm to 30PSI at idle and 65 PSI at 4k. A definite improvement. Next I will re-install the adjustable oil pressure relief valve and see if I can drop it just a little more. Enough for tonight. I'm finding that as I get older, changing oil is not as much fun as it used to be. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sat Aug 13 22:19:03 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 21:19:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel Pump In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1313295543.76176.YahooMailClassic@web180611.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Yes it is cheaper directly from Burlen in England. https://www.sucarb.co.uk/SUpumpClassic.aspx?ProductId=26784 This the positive ground electronic version. The neg ground is the same price. 67 pounds = $109.00 Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sun, 8/14/11, David Riker wrote: From: David Riker Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel Pump To: "spridgets_autox.team.net" Date: Sunday, August 14, 2011, 3:50 AM I installed one of these over 10 years ago. Yes, it is more money, but it is money well spent. Fuel pressure is correct, it fits, itbs quiet, itbs authentic, and itbs been plain reliable. http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=29520&SortOrder =2 Ibm sure there are other places to buy it besides Moss. David Riker From rbastedo at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 00:24:49 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:24:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> Message-ID: Looking at the thing that was used for the trunnion bushing I find it's actually one of the inner A arm bushings and not the right pair of bushings that should have been there. Once I get this sorted it will be better I'm sure. On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > you may want to consider replacing the entire assembly, if the kingpins > have any wear in them. I know that Just Ed used to offer them, with double > grease zerks on the lower fulcrum pin. > Took me less than 3 hours to do the install. > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > >> Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. >> >> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay > >wrote: >> >> > Hi Rick, >> > >> > It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 >> > >> > Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) Michnay >> > >> > -----Original Message----- >> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo >> > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM >> > To: SPRIDGETS >> > Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement >> > >> > First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the >> frame - >> > one is gone the other is mostly gone. >> > I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find >> them >> > in a catalog. >> > Anybody help? >> > >> > I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. >> > I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame pivot >> > point nearest the wheel? >> > Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? >> > I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of the >> car. >> > >> > For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible timing >> on >> > my >> > part. >> > >> > Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo >> > _______________________________________________ >> > >> > 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/crashman at genevaonline.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: >> http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From pythias at pacifier.com Sun Aug 14 10:55:59 2011 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 09:55:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement Message-ID: <233193467.20110814095559@pacifier.com> Hello , since we're talking front ends here, does anyone sell them completely assembled ready to swap out? A arms, brakes, the whole kit and kaboodle? Peter C? .. Ed?... -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com God is Dead - Nietzsche ::: Nietzsche is Dead - God From dwoerpel at wi.net Sun Aug 14 11:01:42 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 12:01:42 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> Message-ID: <61343.174.155.146.51.1313341302.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Rick, I have always been told, and it made sense to me that when you put in the new rubber bushings, trunnion and "A" arms, do not tighten them. Snug them up so they stay in place (i.e., the locating tabs on the inner "A" arm washers stay in the slot). Tighten only after the car is down and the weight is on the suspension. If you tighten when the car weight is off the suspension, then when you lower the car the tightened bushings will twist as the car settles and shorten the life of the bushing. Dave W. > Looking at the thing that was used for the trunnion bushing I find it's > actually one of the inner A arm bushings and not the right pair of > bushings > that should have been there. Once I get this sorted it will be better I'm > sure. > > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM, Brad Fornal > wrote: > >> you may want to consider replacing the entire assembly, if the kingpins >> have any wear in them. I know that Just Ed used to offer them, with >> double >> grease zerks on the lower fulcrum pin. >> Took me less than 3 hours to do the install. >> >> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Rick Bastedo >> wrote: >> >>> Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. >>> >>> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay >> >wrote: >>> >>> > Hi Rick, >>> > >>> > It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 >>> > >>> > Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) >>> Michnay >>> > >>> > -----Original Message----- >>> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >>> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo >>> > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM >>> > To: SPRIDGETS >>> > Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement >>> > >>> > First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the >>> frame - >>> > one is gone the other is mostly gone. >>> > I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find >>> them >>> > in a catalog. >>> > Anybody help? >>> > >>> > I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. >>> > I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame >>> pivot >>> > point nearest the wheel? >>> > Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? >>> > I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of >>> the >>> car. >>> > >>> > For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible >>> timing >>> on >>> > my >>> > part. >>> > >>> > Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo >>> > _______________________________________________ >> > >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/crashman at genevaonline.com >> >> >> -- >> DON JULIO 1942 >> >> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From nases at verizon.net Sun Aug 14 11:14:10 2011 From: nases at verizon.net (Philip Nase) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:14:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <233193467.20110814095559@pacifier.com> References: <233193467.20110814095559@pacifier.com> Message-ID: <614BF647-6FAA-4416-8660-85DFEFFE75AB@verizon.net> Did anyone buy Eric Jones' business after his passing? He was a great help to me years ago. Phil Nase home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ On Aug 14, 2011, at 12:55 PM, Bill L wrote: > Hello , > > since we're talking front ends here, does anyone sell them > completely assembled ready to swap out? A arms, brakes, the whole > kit and kaboodle? > > > Peter C? .. Ed?... > > -- > Best regards, > Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com > > God is Dead - Nietzsche ::: Nietzsche is Dead - God > _______________________________________________ From rbastedo at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 12:39:57 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 11:39:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <61343.174.155.146.51.1313341302.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> <61343.174.155.146.51.1313341302.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: Yes, and Peter reminded me of this too. There's a lot wrong with the way the DPO did these last time but the metal parts seem ok for the most part. Could it benefit from a total replacement? Sure. Is that going to happen right now? Noway! I'll do a bit at a time, my shed should be up by the end of the month then I'll be able to work out of the weather. Rick (future DPO) Bastedo On Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 10:01 AM, wrote: > Rick, > > I have always been told, and it made sense to me that when you put in the > new rubber bushings, trunnion and "A" arms, do not tighten them. Snug > them up so they stay in place (i.e., the locating tabs on the inner "A" > arm washers stay in the slot). Tighten only after the car is down and the > weight is on the suspension. If you tighten when the car weight is off > the suspension, then when you lower the car the tightened bushings will > twist as the car settles and shorten the life of the bushing. > > Dave W. > > > > > Looking at the thing that was used for the trunnion bushing I find it's > > actually one of the inner A arm bushings and not the right pair of > > bushings > > that should have been there. Once I get this sorted it will be better I'm > > sure. > > > > > > On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM, Brad Fornal > > wrote: > > > >> you may want to consider replacing the entire assembly, if the kingpins > >> have any wear in them. I know that Just Ed used to offer them, with > >> double > >> grease zerks on the lower fulcrum pin. > >> Took me less than 3 hours to do the install. > >> > >> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Rick Bastedo > >> wrote: > >> > >>> Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. > >>> > >>> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay < > crashman at genevaonline.com > >>> >wrote: > >>> > >>> > Hi Rick, > >>> > > >>> > It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 > >>> > > >>> > Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) > >>> Michnay > >>> > > >>> > -----Original Message----- > >>> > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > >>> > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo > >>> > Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM > >>> > To: SPRIDGETS > >>> > Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement > >>> > > >>> > First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the > >>> frame - > >>> > one is gone the other is mostly gone. > >>> > I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find > >>> them > >>> > in a catalog. > >>> > Anybody help? > >>> > > >>> > I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. > >>> > I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame > >>> pivot > >>> > point nearest the wheel? > >>> > Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? > >>> > I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of > >>> the > >>> car. > >>> > > >>> > For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible > >>> timing > >>> on > >>> > my > >>> > part. > >>> > > >>> > Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo > >>> > _______________________________________________ > >> > > >>> > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/crashman at genevaonline.com > > >> > >> > >> -- > >> DON JULIO 1942 > >> > >> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 14 12:46:54 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 11:46:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] welch plug Message-ID: <0BF4AE8DD0044F54ABBA712C935AF05F@spider> Another part term just picked up. .bill in corvallis http://tinyurl.com/3g6mdkt From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 14 13:03:56 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 12:03:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <614BF647-6FAA-4416-8660-85DFEFFE75AB@verizon.net> Message-ID: <1313348636.15095.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Yes, he rebuilt my lower a-arms and fit the kingpins for me. Did a great job. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sun, 8/14/11, Philip Nase wrote: Did anyone buy Eric Jones' business after his passing? He was a great help to me years ago. Phil Nase From sbyers at ec.rr.com Sun Aug 14 13:12:12 2011 From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:12:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] [spridgets] Fuel Pump Pressure Message-ID: <003b01cc5ab6$129abbe0$37d033a0$@rr.com> Hi, Spridgeteers! To finish the story of my front carb overflow problem: After checking the Healey fuel pump pressure to verify the accuracy of my gauge this morning and finding it reading 2 psi (SU) and 3.5 (E8016S backup) I got a Mr. Gasket adjustable fuel pressure regulator for the Midget at the local Advance Auto Parts store. It has fixed the front carb overflow problem. The car is now idling smoothly and runs as well as it always did, with no excess gas being dumped out the vapor canister. The new Spectra Premium E8016S pump I bought yesterday and rated at 2.5 - 4.5 psi was reading 6.5 psi, and the front carb continued to overflow. I guess a regulator is a good idea after all. Thanks again for the suggestions! Steve Byers Havelock, NC From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 14 13:20:37 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:20:37 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement Message-ID: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> I guess half the list has replied by now but I want to reply as well. Yep, everyone's done this at least once. However, I think you've posted the first pictures of the camber 'problem'. Weslake-Monza1330 In a message dated 14/08/2011 03:41:22 GMT Daylight Time, rbastedo at gmail.com writes: Sure enough, the passenger side tire is cocked out at the top by several inches. Something is very seriously wrong here. I need help diagnosing this situation, it's beyond me what's going on here. Here are a few pictures I took and uploaded to picasa: https://picasaweb.google.com/106121126121790278619/Bushingreplacefiasco Rick (crap crap crap!!) Bastedo From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sun Aug 14 13:27:20 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:27:20 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet Message-ID: <1681.32469cc4.3b797b98@aol.com> Nope, Work is busy and I've had to work long days. The electrical problem with my garage electrics did indeed turn out to be a damaged wire which the previous PO had placed under 3 inches of cement and which I've had to chisel out (5 yard run of cable) over a series of works. Today I've power back in the garage for the first time in a couple of months. Had a family holiday and catching back up on e-mails. Scrutineering at a race meeting yesterday. Got 3 of my favourite films on Blu-ray this week and watched them all (American Graffiti, Le Mans and Conan the Barbarian) - all sharper and sounding better for being on Blu-ray. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 13/08/2011 16:58:06 GMT Daylight Time, refisk at chartermi.net writes: Sure is quiet on the 'ol Spridget list. Everybody must be at the TRF summer party. :-) Rick From thcollin at mtu.edu Sun Aug 14 13:45:52 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:45:52 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> Message-ID: <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> > However, I think you've posted the first pictures of the camber 'problem'. > >Weslake-Monza1330 Nope! In the collection of pics below my name there's one with the camber problem and a note of explaination. Specifically, this pic: http://tinyurl.com/3hme4a7 (Why do we document our errors?) Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 14 16:28:53 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:28:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Tim, I document my errors so that next time I won't make the same error. Of course this assumes that I'll remember where I put the documents. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 14, 2011, at 3:45 PM, Tim Collins wrote: >> However, I think you've posted the first pictures of the camber 'problem'. >> >> Weslake-Monza1330 > > Nope! In the collection of pics below my name there's one with the camber problem and a note of explaination. Specifically, this pic: http://tinyurl.com/3hme4a7 > (Why do we document our errors?) > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ _______________________________________________ From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sun Aug 14 16:48:00 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:48:00 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while driving on the interstate. My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it doesn't move at all. Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the spin the wheel test. Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no warning with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. Thanks Chris 66MKIII From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 14 16:50:40 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:50:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <75C184196CB6451C84E5B655AEB43354@spider> Some have a Wall Of Shame in their garage, where they post their ham-fisted attempts to make things right ...with a bigger hammer. ====================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 3:29 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement Tim, I document my errors so that next time I won't make the same error. Of course this assumes that I'll remember where I put the documents. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad =================================== On Aug 14, 2011, at 3:45 PM, Tim Collins wrote: >> However, I think you've posted the first pictures of the camber 'problem'. >> >> Weslake-Monza1330 > > Nope! In the collection of pics below my name there's one with the camber problem and a note of explaination. Specifically, this pic: http://tinyurl.com/3hme4a7 > (Why do we document our errors?) > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ _______________________________________________ Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From thcollin at mtu.edu Sun Aug 14 17:04:24 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:04:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <9dm03d$co44r7@email.mtu.edu> Rick, Since you fly an airplane, please limit the documentation of your failures to your MG Midget! :-) At 06:28 PM 8/14/2011, you wrote: >Tim, > >I document my errors so that next time I won't make the same error. Of course >this assumes that I'll remember where I put the documents. :-) Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From grday at btinternet.com Sun Aug 14 17:09:40 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:09:40 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> Message-ID: Axle / diff. Diff is often accompanied by crunching teeth noises. Sorry. Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Manuel" To: Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 11:48 PM Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... > > Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while > driving > on the interstate. > > My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it > doesn't move at all. > > Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the > spin > the wheel test. > > Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no > warning > with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. > > Thanks > Chris > > 66MKIII > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 14 17:23:40 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:23:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> Message-ID: <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> Chris, Sounds like a broken axle. If you're lucky it's the hub end. And they do let go with no warning or odd noises. John Deikis has broken enough axles on his Works Race Midget that we have the replacement procedure down to about 20 minutes. :-) Rick '59 & '61 Sprites '79 Party Midget Sent from my iPad On Aug 14, 2011, at 6:48 PM, "Chris Manuel" wrote: > Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... > > Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while driving > on the interstate. > > My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it > doesn't move at all. > > Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the spin > the wheel test. > > Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no warning > with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. > > Thanks > Chris > > 66MKIII > _______________________________________________ > > 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/refisk at chartermi.net From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Sun Aug 14 18:12:26 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:12:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> Well happy Sunday to me. Jacked it up and if I spin one wheel hard, the other might move a couple inches. I'm sure I've seen it on her the past few years but never paid attention to it, does anyone have a good how-to written up beyond what's in the book? Thanks Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:24 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Chris, Sounds like a broken axle. If you're lucky it's the hub end. And they do let go with no warning or odd noises. John Deikis has broken enough axles on his Works Race Midget that we have the replacement procedure down to about 20 minutes. :-) Rick '59 & '61 Sprites '79 Party Midget Sent from my iPad On Aug 14, 2011, at 6:48 PM, "Chris Manuel" wrote: > Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... > > Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while driving > on the interstate. > > My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it > doesn't move at all. > > Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the spin > the wheel test. > > Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no warning > with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. > > Thanks > Chris > > 66MKIII > _______________________________________________ > > 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/refisk at chartermi.net Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 18:29:06 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:29:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Airbrush Message-ID: Hi all, I have been a bit busy with work lately so have not been able to contribute much lately. I hope everyone is have a good summer. I was under my other LBC looking around and noticed I had scrapped the bottom of the front valance on a driveway. (I know when I did it but was trying to forget) Anyway, It may be time to get one of the small airbrush spray guns for this repair. The spot is too big for a small brush and too small for a full size spray gun. Has anyone tried any of the cheaper airbrush guns available on EBAY. They sell for $20-35. I am not sure I will use it much so do not fell like spending $100 for a name brand one. Yes I know they are made in China but I have found that some Chinese goods do work while others don't. Any real review is appreciated. Also, is a gravity feed or suction better for auto touch up? Thanks Steven 59 Green Bugeye From aseippel at austin.rr.com Sun Aug 14 18:34:12 2011 From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:34:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> Message-ID: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> It is likely to be an axle. If it was anything else, it would likely be accompanied by lots of noise. There are two points of axle failure. If you are cornering hard with tires that have good traction, it is probably broken at the outside by the flange. The single roller bearings have a certain amount of movement. That allow the axle to flex at the flange. Eventually, the flange breaks off. Since the differential transfers power to the side with the least resistance, the broken axle turns, but the power is not transferred to the wheels. The other spot they break is at the splines adjacent to the differential. This is usually caused by tires that are spinning and then suddenly get good traction. An example would be having the tire spin on ice then suddenly get traction on dry pavement. The twisting motion fractures the axle which then breaks at an inopportune time. It first happen to me on my way to drop my Dad off at work on my way to school. I knew immediately what had happened. I walked to the local BMC dealer about a half mile away. I picked up an axle and got them to take me home to get some tools. I pulled both axles and used a piece of rod from the florist next door as a drift to knock the broken spline out of the differential. A magnet pulled the piece out of the axle housing. The whole repair from the break to finish only took about an hour. I made it to first period about 15 minutes late. A couple of months later, I was working for the dealer. Jim -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Manuel Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 5:48 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while driving on the interstate. My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it doesn't move at all. Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the spin the wheel test. Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no warning with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. Thanks Chris 66MKIII _______________________________________________ From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 18:46:43 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:46:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: BL Special Tools In-Reply-To: <1312681758.23916.YahooMailClassic@web161220.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312681758.23916.YahooMailClassic@web161220.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: These are very good. Trevor thanks for the laughs!!! Many would make great T shirts. Steve On Sat, Aug 6, 2011 at 9:49 PM, HealeyRick wrote: > From: HealeyRick > Subject: BL Special Tools > To: "Dave KK7SS" > Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:48 PM > > Trevor Boicey has taken care of that: > http://www.brit.ca/~tboicey/comics/sst.html Trevor has some other good > ones > here: http://www.boicey.com/comics.html > > Rick > > > Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo > > --- On Sat, 8/6/11, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > From: Dave KK7SS > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Odd Publishers for Repair Manuals > To: "Brad Fornal" > Cc: "Spridget list" > Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:24 PM > > > > Wouldn't it be nice to have all the special tools they list :-) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Brad Fornal" wrote: > > > I > was putting my old Floyd Clymer book back, and saw one other one I > > had > > > > forgotten. It is a small book, 4 7/8" x 7 1/4" > > > > The Book Of The *Austin Healey Sprite* > > > > Stanton Abbey C.Eng., M.I.M.I. > > > > Pittman's MOTORISTS' LIBRARY > > > > it appears to be a first printing, from 1967 > > > > Is anyone out there, familiar with this particular book? > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 14 18:55:43 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:55:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <30FF39DD3C7244F59CF135FF786FF195@spider> American Ingenuity at its best. Jim for President. ...bill in corvallis ======================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Seippel Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 5:34 PM To: 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? It is likely to be an axle. If it was anything else, it would likely be accompanied by lots of noise. There are two points of axle failure. If you are cornering hard with tires that have good traction, it is probably broken at the outside by the flange. The single roller bearings have a certain amount of movement. That allow the axle to flex at the flange. Eventually, the flange breaks off. Since the differential transfers power to the side with the least resistance, the broken axle turns, but the power is not transferred to the wheels. The other spot they break is at the splines adjacent to the differential. This is usually caused by tires that are spinning and then suddenly get good traction. An example would be having the tire spin on ice then suddenly get traction on dry pavement. The twisting motion fractures the axle which then breaks at an inopportune time. It first happen to me on my way to drop my Dad off at work on my way to school. I knew immediately what had happened. I walked to the local BMC dealer about a half mile away. I picked up an axle and got them to take me home to get some tools. I pulled both axles and used a piece of rod from the florist next door as a drift to knock the broken spline out of the differential. A magnet pulled the piece out of the axle housing. The whole repair from the break to finish only took about an hour. I made it to first period about 15 minutes late. A couple of months later, I was working for the dealer. Jim From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 18:56:29 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:56:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> Message-ID: Not too hard a repair. Jack up the car, the wheel that is easier to turn likely is broken, On the other you may feel the spyder gears spinning. Take off the wheel, Loosen the brake adjuster Unscrew the Phillips screws on the drum Pull off the drum Unscrew the Phillips screw holding the axle Pull out the axle, Hope the break was on the outside. Clean the area where the axle mates to the bearing install new axle, gasket and seal. reverse prior steps. Wash hands to get rid of gear lub smell. Have fun driving Steve On Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 8:12 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: > Well happy Sunday to me. > > Jacked it up and if I spin one wheel hard, the other might move a couple > inches. > > I'm sure I've seen it on her the past few years but never paid attention to > it, does anyone have a good how-to written up beyond what's in the book? > > Thanks > Chris > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk > Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:24 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > > Chris, > > Sounds like a broken axle. If you're lucky it's the hub end. And they do > let > go with no warning or odd noises. John Deikis has broken enough axles on > his > Works Race Midget that we have the replacement procedure down to about 20 > minutes. :-) > > Rick > '59 & '61 Sprites > '79 Party Midget > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 14, 2011, at 6:48 PM, "Chris Manuel" wrote: > > > Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... > > > > Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while > driving > > on the interstate. > > > > My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but > it > > doesn't move at all. > > > > Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the > spin > > the wheel test. > > > > Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no > warning > > with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. > > > > Thanks > > Chris > > > > 66MKIII > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/refisk at chartermi.net > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/an5.sprite at gmail.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Aug 14 19:19:23 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:19:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> Message-ID: How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? From andrewpayne at intrex.net Sun Aug 14 19:25:50 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 01:25:50 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Airbrush In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1071314257-1313371551-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-43001950-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> I used to use a lot of airbrushes as a kid, but that has little to do with my answer. Have you considered the aerosol paint sprayers from a body shop? They aren't a good spray gun, but at $8 or so they work well, are easy to clean and did I mention $8? I touched up my wrx with one, and the color match is bad, but the texture is good. And the color was a bad mix, not the sprayer. I would not suggest it for the middle of the bonnet, but for under valence, it could work well Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -----Original Message----- From: Steven Guterman Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:29:06 To: Spridget Chat Group Subject: [Spridgets] Airbrush Hi all, I have been a bit busy with work lately so have not been able to contribute much lately. I hope everyone is have a good summer. I was under my other LBC looking around and noticed I had scrapped the bottom of the front valance on a driveway. (I know when I did it but was trying to forget) Anyway, It may be time to get one of the small airbrush spray guns for this repair. The spot is too big for a small brush and too small for a full size spray gun. Has anyone tried any of the cheaper airbrush guns available on EBAY. They sell for $20-35. I am not sure I will use it much so do not fell like spending $100 for a name brand one. Yes I know they are made in China but I have found that some Chinese goods do work while others don't. Any real review is appreciated. Also, is a gravity feed or suction better for auto touch up? Thanks Steven 59 Green Bugeye _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/andrewpayne at intrex.net From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Aug 14 19:41:55 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 21:41:55 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> Message-ID: <8A70F8DEEA6A4F4FB3B7E78BF3E256E1@blackbox2> Make sure you replace it with an axle from a 1275 car. The later axles are stronger. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Manuel Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:48 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Well that was interesting drive this afternoon... Without any warning, I suddenly lost all forward (and reverse) while driving on the interstate. My speedometer still works, and I can change gears with no problem, but it doesn't move at all. Is this the symptom of a broken axle? I'll jack it up later and do the spin the wheel test. Do these go without warning? It was running great and there was no warning with odd noises or a massive oil puddle. Thanks Chris 66MKIII Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From jimndi at frontiernet.net Sun Aug 14 20:05:57 2011 From: jimndi at frontiernet.net (Jim F) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:05:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Airbrush In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <19C5B0CA254D4A7F9F9A8E61864BE0A0@JimMainHP> I would go with the Gravity, hvlp (much less overspray) easier to rub out or polish final coat Jin F -----Original Message----- From: Steven Guterman Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 8:29 PM To: Spridget Chat Group Subject: [Spridgets] Airbrush Hi all, I have been a bit busy with work lately so have not been able to contribute much lately. I hope everyone is have a good summer. I was under my other LBC looking around and noticed I had scrapped the bottom of the front valance on a driveway. (I know when I did it but was trying to forget) Anyway, It may be time to get one of the small airbrush spray guns for this repair. The spot is too big for a small brush and too small for a full size spray gun. Has anyone tried any of the cheaper airbrush guns available on EBAY. They sell for $20-35. I am not sure I will use it much so do not fell like spending $100 for a name brand one. Yes I know they are made in China but I have found that some Chinese goods do work while others don't. Any real review is appreciated. Also, is a gravity feed or suction better for auto touch up? Thanks Steven 59 Green Bugeye Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jimndi at frontiernet.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 14 20:07:52 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:07:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> Message-ID: Here we go ========================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:19 PM To: Jim Seippel; 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ From mark at nashvilletn.org Sun Aug 14 21:03:04 2011 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:03:04 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC Looking for Indianapolis GMC Dealer Suggestions Message-ID: <1B7AF5D9A5F44CE193D7215A617DB515@P8020> Damn, I am stuck in Indy with a broken transmission on my 07 GMC Acadia. Anybody in the Indy area know about any GMC Dealers? Mark Nashville Now Indy From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Sun Aug 14 19:18:28 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 21:18:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> Message-ID: On Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 8:12 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: does anyone have a good how-to written up beyond what's in the book? ----------------------------------------------------- Since you weren't racing it, I'd bet that the passenger side broke at the diff. Jack that side up enough that the gear oil doesn't run out when you pull the axle. Undo the wheel and remove. Take the set screw(s) out of the drum and remove it. POZIdrive!!! Check for a set screw on the axle flange, remove if present... Pull the axle out and inspect for damage. If the spline is still in the gear housing, take the other axle out and push it out with a drift. The magnet thing if good too! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From millerls at ado13.com Sun Aug 14 21:33:42 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:33:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <61343.174.155.146.51.1313341302.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <008801cc59ff$696522b0$3c2f6810$@com> <61343.174.155.146.51.1313341302.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <7A43EB11-D2F9-4624-B9B7-6E2C86312895@ado13.com> The car will also sit too high. Ask me how I know. It is also ok to bounce the car before you tighten. Larry Miller On Aug 14, 2011, at 10:01 AM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > Rick, > > I have always been told, and it made sense to me that when you put in the > new rubber bushings, trunnion and "A" arms, do not tighten them. Snug > them up so they stay in place (i.e., the locating tabs on the inner "A" > arm washers stay in the slot). Tighten only after the car is down and the > weight is on the suspension. If you tighten when the car weight is off > the suspension, then when you lower the car the tightened bushings will > twist as the car settles and shorten the life of the bushing. > > Dave W. > > > >> Looking at the thing that was used for the trunnion bushing I find it's >> actually one of the inner A arm bushings and not the right pair of >> bushings >> that should have been there. Once I get this sorted it will be better I'm >> sure. >> >> >> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM, Brad Fornal >> wrote: >> >>> you may want to consider replacing the entire assembly, if the kingpins >>> have any wear in them. I know that Just Ed used to offer them, with >>> double >>> grease zerks on the lower fulcrum pin. >>> Took me less than 3 hours to do the install. >>> >>> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 4:28 PM, Rick Bastedo >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Thanks, gotta get new replacements for those. >>>> >>>> On Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Tim michnay >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hi Rick, >>>>> >>>>> It's called a rebound buffer. Moss part # 264-055 >>>>> >>>>> Tim (It's good to have a pdf of the moss catalog on the laptop) >>>> Michnay >>>>> >>>>> -----Original Message----- >>>>> From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net >>>>> [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo >>>>> Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 3:33 PM >>>>> To: SPRIDGETS >>>>> Subject: [Spridgets] front bushing replacement >>>>> >>>>> First thing I see are rubber pieces where the shock arm can hit the >>>> frame - >>>>> one is gone the other is mostly gone. >>>>> I need replacements but don't know what they are called so can't find >>>> them >>>>> in a catalog. >>>>> Anybody help? >>>>> >>>>> I am assuming 2 sets of bushings each for the inner A frame joints. >>>>> I am not totally sure where the other set is going. outer A frame >>>> pivot >>>>> point nearest the wheel? >>>>> Anyone got diagrams or pictures or clear step by step? >>>>> I am removing the springs right now, laptop sitting on the seat of >>>> the >>>> car. >>>>> >>>>> For some reason I've misplaced my Midget manual again, terrible >>>> timing >>>> on >>>>> my >>>>> part. >>>>> >>>>> Rick (manual, we don't need no stinkin manual) Bastedo >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> >>>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/crashman at genevaonline.com > >>> >>> >>> -- >>> DON JULIO 1942 >>> >>> www.myspace.com/tequilabrad > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/millerls at ado13.com From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 04:21:46 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:21:46 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <1313403706.49825.YahooMailNeo@web112707.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> i see a complete listing of "bta" casting numbers in order of manufacture and rockwell hardness coming in the near future........ chuck my set has no markings just a decal on the shaft "made in germany" From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 10:07 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Here we go ========================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Billy Zoom Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:19 PM To: Jim Seippel; 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 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/crusaderchuck at yahoo.com From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 04:28:01 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:28:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Quiet In-Reply-To: <1681.32469cc4.3b797b98@aol.com> References: <1681.32469cc4.3b797b98@aol.com> Message-ID: <1313404081.39587.YahooMailNeo@web112709.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> busy here as well. getting next to nothing done on my own projects. but fixing things that belong to others seems to be the order of the day. very little time for household stuff as well. recent rains have flooded my shop floor two saturdays in a row. spent yesterday getting items from the disassembly of a parts car last week out of water and up on dry items so i can properly put the stuff up in the shop attic where they belong. chuck From: "WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com" To: refisk at chartermi.net; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Quiet Nope, Work is busy and I've had to work long days. The electrical problem with my garage electrics did indeed turn out to be a damaged wire which the previous PO had placed under 3 inches of cement and which I've had to chisel out (5 yard run of cable) over a series of works. Today I've power back in the garage for the first time in a couple of months. Had a family holiday and catching back up on e-mails. Scrutineering at a race meeting yesterday. Got 3 of my favourite films on Blu-ray this week and watched them all (American Graffiti, Le Mans and Conan the Barbarian) - all sharper and sounding better for being on Blu-ray. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 13/08/2011 16:58:06 GMT Daylight Time, refisk at chartermi.net writes: Sure is quiet on the 'ol Spridget list. Everybody must be at the TRF summer party. :-) Rick _______________________________________________ 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/crusaderchuck at yahoo.com From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 04:35:38 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:35:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] duryea hillclimb this weekend Message-ID: <1313404538.95356.YahooMailNeo@web112717.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> duryea hillclimb is celebrating it's 60th running this weekend in reading pennsylvania. saturday and sunday will see timed runs up the hill past the pagoda up to the finish line at the fire tower. mary anne and myself will be working one of the corner flag stations. but maple grove drag strip is having a grudge match and run what ya brung evening friday night. it's very close the the hillclimb. we are considering bringing the '60 saab race car to run at the drag strip. from what's been indicated the entry fee for that is something we can afford right now. so those of you who live near by might consider heading to reading this weekend to see some very spirited driving in some very very interesting cars up a rather technical city street course. chuck From mark at nashvilletn.org Mon Aug 15 05:17:07 2011 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 06:17:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [...S...pridgets] No LBC Looking for Indianapolis GMC Dealer Suggestions References: <1B7AF5D9A5F44CE193D7215A617DB515@P8020> <4E48BB2C.1050302@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <1D0F00D276C9441781B891248C8C55C9@P8020> No Ed, I had hoped friends like you might actually be helpful but disappointed again. ----- Original Message ----- From: Shop at " Just Brits " To: Mark Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 1:22 AM Subject: Re: [...S...pridgets] No LBC Looking for Indianapolis GMC Dealer Suggestions Don't have Membership Book with, Mark ?? Tsk, tsk !!! Find a Motel/Hotel - Yellow Pages in nite stand !! From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 15 17:01:25 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 16:01:25 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Home again Message-ID: Hello Folks, As many of you know we have been on an adventure circumnavigating the USA and lower Canada this past five months. We are home now, sort of, and I am about 300 emails behind on this list. We had to cut the trip short, we had expected to be out 10-12 months. This came about due to pinched nerves in my neck. So the doctor appointments are this week. I expect to get the RV (our current home) out of storage in the next few days and set back up to be livable. In the mean time we are still operating in the mobile mode. We apologize to all of you that were along our route but we were unable to meet. Most of the time we did not know were we would be any given evening. Often that decision was made until noon or later of that day. This is not very conducive to lunch or dinner get togethers. We are already doing some planning for next spring to cover those areas we missed or cut short. In the mean time perhaps we can come up with a way to arrange meetings on short notice terms. Drive safe 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 soavero at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 19:04:22 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:04:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement In-Reply-To: <1313348636.15095.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <614BF647-6FAA-4416-8660-85DFEFFE75AB@verizon.net> <1313348636.15095.YahooMailClassic@web180612.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313456662.23363.YahooMailNeo@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Eric was the best. The last gearbox Eric ever built was installed in White Trash after my Taylor crapped out in June. We ended up winning the race in June, and the box's next outing was the autocross at the Midget 50th, where we beat the crap out of 1st gear in nabbing the top3 times of the day. Eric is undefeated...Road America fall festival up next. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Michael MacLean To: Bill L ; Philip Nase Cc: "spridgets at autox.team.net" Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 2:03 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] HELP PLEASE - was: front bushing replacement Yes, he rebuilt my lower a-arms and fit the kingpins for me. Did a great job. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sun, 8/14/11, Philip Nase wrote: Did anyone buy Eric Jones' business after his passing? He was a great help to me years ago. Phil Nase _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 19:08:04 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:08:04 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <1313456884.83146.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Mine are 9 years old with a welded rear end. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Billy Zoom To: Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From an5.sprite at gmail.com Mon Aug 15 19:27:38 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 01:27:38 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <1313456884.83146.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com><1313456884.83146.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Ron, Do you drive the welded rear on the street or race track? I took out my welded read because I thought I would snap axles once I converted my race car back to street. Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:08:04 To: Billy Zoom; Jim Seippel; 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Reply-To: Ron Soave Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Mine are 9 years old with a welded rear end. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Billy Zoom To: Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/an5.sprite at gmail.com From b-evans at earthlink.net Mon Aug 15 19:37:23 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:37:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] A Lucky London Lamborghini Message-ID: <01c101cc5bb5$0c686c40$253944c0$@net> http://tinyurl.com/3nx8va2 From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 15 20:18:36 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:18:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel line In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This may be late. You can get lines at your local auto parts house. The problem is the fittings on the end of the lines. I did not know of any sources for those fittings so I cut the ends off the old lines and used those fittings. You have to get / borrow a special flaring tool (forgot what it is called) to flare the new line after putting the fittings in place. As I recall they are not all the same so be sure to note which fitting goes where. 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 On Aug 2, 2011, at 1:26 PM, Jess Power wrote: > Where is the best place to purchase fuel line for a bugeye?I am placing all new lines. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 15 20:22:17 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:22:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> Message-ID: <85C6357F-BA26-4898-B18A-4E883F259442@me.com> Alright, guess I will have to post a picture of my car on day one off the dealer show room floor with gold arrow and painted gas cap - - regardless of what has been post from anyone. On the other hand I also have a concave grill ! ! ! :-) 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 On Aug 3, 2011, at 2:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > Bob, > NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know that the original arrows were chrold....................... > Hal From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Aug 15 20:51:42 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:51:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <283569883-1313458058-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-147008151-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com><1313456884.83146.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <283569883-1313458058-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-147008151-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <1313463102.27372.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> The track. I think the hardest thing on the axles is the paddock. Definitely not for street use, but they have been remarkably durable. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: "an5.sprite at gmail.com" To: Ron Soave ; Billy Zoom ; Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 8:27 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Ron, Do you drive the welded rear on the street or race track? I took out my welded read because I thought I would snap axles once I converted my race car back to street. Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:08:04 To: Billy Zoom; Jim Seippel; 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Reply-To: Ron Soave Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Mine are 9 years old with a welded rear end. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Billy Zoom To: Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/an5.sprite at gmail.com From davriker at nwi.net Mon Aug 15 21:04:37 2011 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:04:37 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> Message-ID: <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and have only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove the opposite side and drift the little piece out. Aren't the spider gears and stuff in the way? While trying to follow these instructions I destroyed a center pumpkin. You definitely DON'T want to stick a long drift in from the opposite side and bang on it with a hammer. I have to be missing something here. David -----Original Message----- From: CosmicMag1380 Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:18 PM To: Chris Manuel Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? On Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 8:12 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: does anyone have a good how-to written up beyond what's in the book? ----------------------------------------------------- Since you weren't racing it, I'd bet that the passenger side broke at the diff. Jack that side up enough that the gear oil doesn't run out when you pull the axle. Undo the wheel and remove. Take the set screw(s) out of the drum and remove it. POZIdrive!!! Check for a set screw on the axle flange, remove if present... Pull the axle out and inspect for damage. If the spline is still in the gear housing, take the other axle out and push it out with a drift. The magnet thing if good too! -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/davriker at nwi.net ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3836 - Release Date: 08/15/11 From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Mon Aug 15 21:06:04 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones at croakingfrog.net) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:06:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Is There A Great Lakes Lighthouse Run? Message-ID: <4E49DE9C.20904@croakingfrog.net> Just wondering if there is a Great Lakes Lighthouse Spridget tour/run. Cathy and I love the lighthouses and are thinking that once I get the 72 on the road that we'd like to take a week and do the light houses on the Great Lakes. We spent a night @ Whitefish Bay Lighthouse up on Lake Superior a few years ago and would like to do it again. We thought doing a lighthouse tour in the MG would be a blast. :) Chap From davriker at nwi.net Mon Aug 15 21:05:53 2011 From: davriker at nwi.net (David Riker) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:05:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <85C6357F-BA26-4898-B18A-4E883F259442@me.com> References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider><201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> <85C6357F-BA26-4898-B18A-4E883F259442@me.com> Message-ID: Dealer Installed Accessory. That makes you right, and no one else wrong. :-) -----Original Message----- From: Kitterer Bob Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 7:22 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? Alright, guess I will have to post a picture of my car on day one off the dealer show room floor with gold arrow and painted gas cap - - regardless of what has been post from anyone. On the other hand I also have a concave grill ! ! ! :-) 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 On Aug 3, 2011, at 2:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > Bob, > NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all > know that the original arrows were chrold....................... > Hal Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/davriker at nwi.net ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3836 - Release Date: 08/15/11 From dwoerpel at wi.net Mon Aug 15 21:42:34 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:42:34 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Home again In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <62418.173.119.128.227.1313466154.squirrel@wm.wi.net> WELCOME HOME to you both! Another epic journey in the books. I think it's fantastic what you've done over the years and would like to hear an estimate of all the miles you've racked up. Glad you're home safe and hope you can get those pinched nerves taken care of! Dave and Terri > Hello Folks, > > As many of you know we have been on an adventure circumnavigating the USA > and lower Canada this past five months. We are home now, sort of, and I > am about 300 emails behind on this list. We had to cut the trip short, we > had expected to be out 10-12 months. This came about due to pinched nerves > in my neck. So the doctor appointments are this week. I expect to get the > RV (our current home) out of storage in the next few days and set back up > to be livable. In the mean time we are still operating in the mobile > mode. > > We apologize to all of you that were along our route but we were unable to > meet. Most of the time we did not know were we would be any given > evening. Often that decision was made until noon or later of that day. > This is not very conducive to lunch or dinner get togethers. > > We are already doing some planning for next spring to cover those areas we > missed or cut short. In the mean time perhaps we can come up with a way > to arrange meetings on short notice terms. > > Drive safe > > 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 dwoerpel at wi.net Mon Aug 15 21:49:51 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:49:51 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> Message-ID: <62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Thanks David! I wondered about this too. What are we missing? (besides grey matter) I figured you just unbolt the pumpkin and pull it and then work on getting the piece out. ???? Dave W. (Chris I'll be coming home next weekend if you want some help and can wait.) > Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and > have > only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove > the > opposite side and drift the little piece out. Aren't the spider gears and > stuff in the way? While trying to follow these instructions I destroyed a > center pumpkin. You definitely DON'T want to stick a long drift in from > the > opposite side and bang on it with a hammer. I have to be missing > something > here. > David > > > -----Original Message----- > From: CosmicMag1380 > Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 6:18 PM > To: Chris Manuel > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > > On Sun, Aug 14, 2011 at 8:12 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: > does anyone have a good how-to written up beyond what's in the book? > ----------------------------------------------------- > Since you weren't racing it, I'd bet that the passenger side broke at > the diff. Jack that side up enough that the gear oil doesn't run out > when you pull the axle. Undo the wheel and remove. Take the set > screw(s) out of the drum and remove it. POZIdrive!!! Check for a set > screw on the axle flange, remove if present... Pull the axle out and > inspect for damage. If the spline is still in the gear housing, take > the other axle out and push it out with a drift. The magnet thing if > good too! > > -- > Kent > 1960 Bugeye > 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! > 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/davriker at nwi.net > > > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3836 - Release Date: 08/15/11 From aseippel at austin.rr.com Mon Aug 15 22:05:01 2011 From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:05:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> Message-ID: <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> You don't stick a drift into the pumpkin. You tap on the piece of broken axle. I use a thin metal rod that goes through the spider gears and then pushes out the broken piece. If you look through the stock differential, you will see a shaft that goes through the spider gears. It is directly between the gears the axles slide into. There is a space that a thin rod can penetrate. If you get a long enough rod, you can tap out the broken axle spline without pulling the differential. I found that a metal rod used to support a floral display fits through the opening perfectly. It is perfect to tap out the broken part. There is probably a similar rod available at Lowes, but I haven't looked there. Once the broken spline is out of the differential, a magnet will pull it out of the axle housing. I use one of the orange extending magnet you can get at Sears or from one of the Tool trucks. Amazon has a similar one. http://tinyurl.com/44j3bem Jim -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Riker Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 10:05 PM To: CosmicMag1380 Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and have only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove the opposite side and drift the little piece out. Aren't the spider gears and stuff in the way? While trying to follow these instructions I destroyed a center pumpkin. You definitely DON'T want to stick a long drift in from the opposite side and bang on it with a hammer. I have to be missing something here. David From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 15 22:05:42 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:05:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: References: <1312381664.51690.YahooMailRC@web83912.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <5B388AC5D0634F0089B74D345A12A2C9@spider> <201108031056218.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <0F944BDE-A201-4227-BDC8-314866211C5F@me.com> <85C6357F-BA26-4898-B18A-4E883F259442@me.com> Message-ID: <9255159B-E749-42C1-863A-BAA909BCE830@me.com> Not to start this debate again but just information. Chrome gas caps were dealer options in 1960, at least in San Diego. All the cars on the show room floors had painted gas caps, I use to spend a lot of time in the show room. We have never resolved the concave grill although a lot of new local cars were delivered this way. Did have one dealer claim that the dealers did this in our area to "improve" cooling. Not defending this just passing it along. 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 On Aug 15, 2011, at 8:05 PM, David Riker wrote: > Dealer Installed Accessory. That makes you right, and no one else wrong. :-) > > > -----Original Message----- From: Kitterer Bob > Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 7:22 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > Alright, guess I will have to post a picture of my car on day one off the dealer show room floor with gold arrow and painted gas cap - - regardless of what has been post from anyone. On the other hand I also have a concave grill ! ! ! :-) > > 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 > > On Aug 3, 2011, at 2:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > >> Bob, >> NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know that the original arrows were chrold....................... >> Hal > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/davriker at nwi.net > > > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3836 - Release Date: 08/15/11 From rrengineer.mike at att.net Tue Aug 16 01:25:07 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:25:07 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <85C6357F-BA26-4898-B18A-4E883F259442@me.com> Message-ID: <1313479507.51994.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Yes, and that grill is wrong! ;^) You know your dealer pushed that in because he thought it looked better! Your friend Mike with the convex grill like it's supposed to be. --- On Tue, 8/16/11, Kitterer Bob wrote: From: Kitterer Bob Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? To: "Spridgets" Date: Tuesday, August 16, 2011, 2:22 AM Alright, guess I will have to post a picture of my car on day one off the dealer show room floor with gold arrow and painted gas cap - - regardless of what has been post from anyone. On the other hand I also have a concave grill ! ! ! :-) 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 On Aug 3, 2011, at 2:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > Bob, > NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know that the original arrows were chrold....................... > Hal Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/rrengineer.mike at att.net From rrengineer.mike at att.net Tue Aug 16 01:28:29 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:28:29 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <9255159B-E749-42C1-863A-BAA909BCE830@me.com> Message-ID: <1313479709.45919.YahooMailClassic@web180614.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Yes, and the first time some DPO left his gas cap at the gas station, the only replacement you could get was a Kingsborne stainless steel cap. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite (with the painted cap) 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Tue, 8/16/11, Kitterer Bob wrote: From: Kitterer Bob Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? To: "Spridgets" Date: Tuesday, August 16, 2011, 4:05 AM Not to start this debate again but just information. Chrome gas caps were dealer options in 1960, at least in San Diego. All the cars on the show room floors had painted gas caps, I use to spend a lot of time in the show room. We have never resolved the concave grill although a lot of new local cars were delivered this way. Did have one dealer claim that the dealers did this in our area to "improve" cooling. Not defending this just passing it along. 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 On Aug 15, 2011, at 8:05 PM, David Riker wrote: > Dealer Installed Accessory. That makes you right, and no one else wrong. :-) > > > -----Original Message----- From: Kitterer Bob > Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 7:22 PM > To: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? > > Alright, guess I will have to post a picture of my car on day one off the dealer show room floor with gold arrow and painted gas cap - - regardless of what has been post from anyone. On the other hand I also have a concave grill ! ! ! :-) > > 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 > > On Aug 3, 2011, at 2:14 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > >> Bob, >> NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, don't start it. We all know that the original arrows were chrold....................... >> Hal From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Tue Aug 16 04:43:02 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:43:02 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <1313463102.27372.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <074d01cc5ae3$0e4af050$2ae0d0f0$@rr.com><1313456884.83146.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <283569883-1313458058-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-147008151-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> <1313463102.27372.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313491382.86207.YahooMailNeo@web112707.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> ron? right after you sent that email , you packed in the racing spares box , how many spare axles? chuck From: Ron Soave To: "an5.sprite at gmail.com" ; Billy Zoom ; Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 10:51 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? The track. I think the hardest thing on the axles is the paddock. Definitely not for street use, but they have been remarkably durable. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: "an5.sprite at gmail.com" To: Ron Soave ; Billy Zoom ; Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 8:27 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Ron, Do you drive the welded rear on the street or race track? I took out my welded read because I thought I would snap axles once I converted my race car back to street. Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:08:04 To: Billy Zoom; Jim Seippel; 'Chris Manuel'; spridgets at autox.team.net Reply-To: Ron Soave Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Mine are 9 years old with a welded rear end. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Billy Zoom To: Jim Seippel ; 'Chris Manuel' ; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2011 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/an5.sprite at gmail.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/crusaderchuck at yahoo.com From dwoerpel at wi.net Tue Aug 16 08:01:24 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:01:24 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> Message-ID: <63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Ahhh, a small diameter rod...I of course was trying to figure out how to get a 3/8 or 1/2" rod in there. Thanks for clearing that up! Dave W. > You don't stick a drift into the pumpkin. You tap on the piece of broken > axle. I use a thin metal rod that goes through the spider gears and then > pushes out the broken piece. If you look through the stock differential, > you > will see a shaft that goes through the spider gears. It is directly > between > the gears the axles slide into. There is a space that a thin rod can > penetrate. If you get a long enough rod, you can tap out the broken axle > spline without pulling the differential. I found that a metal rod used to > support a floral display fits through the opening perfectly. It is perfect > to tap out the broken part. There is probably a similar rod available at > Lowes, but I haven't looked there. Once the broken spline is out of the > differential, a magnet will pull it out of the axle housing. I use one of > the orange extending magnet you can get at Sears or from one of the Tool > trucks. Amazon has a similar one. http://tinyurl.com/44j3bem > Jim > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Riker > Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 10:05 PM > To: CosmicMag1380 > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > > Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and > have > only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove > the > > opposite side and drift the little piece out. Aren't the spider gears and > stuff in the way? While trying to follow these instructions I destroyed a > center pumpkin. You definitely DON'T want to stick a long drift in from > the > > opposite side and bang on it with a hammer. I have to be missing > something > here. > David From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 08:30:05 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:30:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: Guys, I've done a few of these ;) Just did one on Saturday (drivers side - broken off in the diff). I always pull both axles and the center section if the car is at my garage. I just think it's easier to make sure all the bits & pieces are out doing it that way ;) I have replaced an axle "on the road". I didn't pull the center section, just both axles for that one. Why, when you have a 50/50 chance of pulling the broken axle do you almost always pull the good axle first?????? Just askin' Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa On Aug 15, 2011, at 11:49 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > Thanks David! I wondered about this too. What are we missing? > (besides > grey matter) I figured you just unbolt the pumpkin and pull it and > then > work on getting the piece out. > > ???? > > Dave W. (Chris I'll be coming home next weekend if you want some > help and > can wait.) > > > >> Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) >> and >> have >> only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you >> remove >> the >> opposite side and drift the little piece out. From johnsfolly at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 08:35:33 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (John Deikis) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:35:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) Message-ID: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> I just drilled out a box of spare axels to accommodate 7/16-inch studs. All had the same numbers and the same "late axel" groove machined around the spline end. But one of them was incredibly harder to drill out. In fact, it was impossible with my regular bits, while the other 5 went like butter. Obviously, some runs of "identical" axels had flanges, at least, that were a lot harder then the norm. Anyone else come across this...or have an explanation? JohnD ------------- Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:19:23 -0700 From: Billy Zoom To: Jim Seippel , "'Chris Manuel'" , Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to break? -JohnD Still Playing with Little Cars www.johnsfolly.webs.com From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 08:49:20 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:49:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) In-Reply-To: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> References: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> Message-ID: John, Third party/aftermarket hardening? Kevin V. Tuscarora, Pa On Aug 16, 2011, at 10:35 AM, John Deikis wrote: > I just drilled out a box of spare axels to accommodate 7/16-inch > studs. All > had the same numbers and the same "late axel" groove machined > around the > spline end. But one of them was incredibly harder to drill out. In > fact, it > was impossible with my regular bits, while the other 5 went like > butter. > Obviously, some runs of "identical" axels had flanges, at least, > that were a > lot harder then the norm. > > Anyone else come across this...or have an explanation? From johnsfolly at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 09:04:52 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (John Deikis) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:04:52 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Crew for Lime Rock? Message-ID: <86E90681-3780-442E-B567-6208CC83F0AF@gmail.com> I plan to run the Vintage Festival races over Labor Day weekend at Lime Rock Park in NW Connecticut. I could use crew. Anyone interested? I would need to add you to the registration when I sign in. The racing is Fr, Sa and Mo with Sunday car show,"club day", and whatever else they do on Sunday to take up the time. Best to contact me directly at Johnsfolly AT gmail.com -JohnD Still Playing with Little Cars www.johnsfolly.webs.com From bkitterer at me.com Tue Aug 16 09:16:07 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:16:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EbayBugeye 20K is is really worth 20K? In-Reply-To: <1313479507.51994.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1313479507.51994.YahooMailClassic@web180616.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <75AD598B-0283-4075-A5AD-72656AA486DA@me.com> An so do I. How's the paint job going? 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 On Aug 16, 2011, at 12:25 AM, Michael MacLean wrote: > Yes, and that grill is wrong! ;^) You know your dealer pushed that in because he thought it looked better! > Your friend Mike with the convex grill like it's supposed to be. From heard at datatrontech.net Tue Aug 16 09:50:47 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:50:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: That would be the 50/50/80 rule. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 10:30 AM, Kevin Valentine wrote: > Guys, > > I've done a few of these ;) Just did one on Saturday (drivers side - > broken off in the diff). I always pull both axles and the center section > if the car is at my garage. I just think it's easier to make sure all the > bits & pieces are out doing it that way ;) > > I have replaced an axle "on the road". I didn't pull the center section, > just both axles for that one. > > Why, when you have a 50/50 chance of pulling the broken axle do you almost > always pull the good axle first?????? Just askin' > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa > > > > > > On Aug 15, 2011, at 11:49 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > > Thanks David! I wondered about this too. What are we missing? (besides >> grey matter) I figured you just unbolt the pumpkin and pull it and then >> work on getting the piece out. >> >> ???? >> >> Dave W. (Chris I'll be coming home next weekend if you want some help and >> can wait.) >> >> >> >> Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and >>> have >>> only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove >>> the >>> opposite side and drift the little piece out. >>> >> _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From grday at btinternet.com Tue Aug 16 09:51:58 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:51:58 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com><9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com><5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC><62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <2C26EACFF30448D4BB47C4ACC293D2FB@user8634b3d69b> For the same reason your dropped toast lands buttered side down! I agree with pulling everything out, it lets you look at the parts pulled and the bits left behind. Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kevin Valentine" To: "dave Woerpel" ; "David Riker" Cc: "Spridgets" Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 3:30 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > Guys, > > I've done a few of these ;) Just did one on Saturday (drivers side - > broken off in the diff). I always pull both axles and the center > section if the car is at my garage. I just think it's easier to make > sure all the bits & pieces are out doing it that way ;) > > I have replaced an axle "on the road". I didn't pull the center > section, just both axles for that one. > > Why, when you have a 50/50 chance of pulling the broken axle do you > almost always pull the good axle first?????? Just askin' > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa > > > > > On Aug 15, 2011, at 11:49 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > >> Thanks David! I wondered about this too. What are we missing? (besides >> grey matter) I figured you just unbolt the pumpkin and pull it and then >> work on getting the piece out. >> >> ???? >> >> Dave W. (Chris I'll be coming home next weekend if you want some help >> and >> can wait.) >> >> >> >>> Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and >>> have >>> only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you >>> remove >>> the >>> opposite side and drift the little piece out. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From grday at btinternet.com Tue Aug 16 09:54:13 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:54:13 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) References: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> Message-ID: <55C7948F0988491CA268B25C60116870@user8634b3d69b> After 5 sets of drilling the bit was blunt? ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kevin Valentine" <> To: "John Deikis" <> Cc: Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] (no subject) > John, > > Third party/aftermarket hardening? > > Kevin V. > Tuscarora, Pa > > > > On Aug 16, 2011, at 10:35 AM, John Deikis wrote: > >> I just drilled out a box of spare axels to accommodate 7/16-inch >> studs. All >> had the same numbers and the same "late axel" groove machined >> around the >> spline end. But one of them was incredibly harder to drill out. In >> fact, it >> was impossible with my regular bits, while the other 5 went like >> butter. >> Obviously, some runs of "identical" axels had flanges, at least, >> that were a >> lot harder then the norm. >> >> Anyone else come across this...or have an explanation? > _______________________________________________ From lbc77mg at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 10:14:00 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:14:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) In-Reply-To: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> References: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> Message-ID: Here's a question for you metallurgists out there. If one axle is harder than the others, wouldn't it be more brittle and prone to breakage? Is a softer metal better able to handle being banged by the engine power and brake force? Just askin'. 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 Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 10:35 AM, John Deikis wrote: > I just drilled out a box of spare axels to accommodate 7/16-inch studs. All > had the same numbers and the same "late axel" groove machined around the > spline end. But one of them was incredibly harder to drill out. In fact, it > was impossible with my regular bits, while the other 5 went like butter. > Obviously, some runs of "identical" axels had flanges, at least, that were > a > lot harder then the norm. > > Anyone else come across this...or have an explanation? > > JohnD > ------------- > > Date: Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:19:23 -0700 > From: Billy Zoom > To: Jim Seippel , "'Chris Manuel'" > , > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" > > How much better are the later axles? Aren't they supposed to be harder to > break? > > -JohnD > Still Playing with Little Cars > www.johnsfolly.webs.com > _______________________________________________ From pfeilmat at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 10:16:11 2011 From: pfeilmat at gmail.com (Matt P) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:16:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> Message-ID: I know when I broke my axle, the entire splined end was still stuck in the gears in the pumpkin. I had to remove the pumpkin to get this piece out. It was about 1 1/2" long and expanded in the gearing for the left side. I also pulled the whole thing so I could get all the smaller pieces of metal out of the diff, and there was plenty. The extra work was worth the piece of mind that all I would be dealing with was a broken axle only, and not also a broken diff further down the road. Matt P Ex 1976 and 1978 Spridget owner. Sent from my iPod On Aug 15, 2011, at 9:05 PM, "Jim Seippel" wrote: > You don't stick a drift into the pumpkin. You tap on the piece of broken > axle. I use a thin metal rod that goes through the spider gears and then > pushes out the broken piece. If you look through the stock differential, you > will see a shaft that goes through the spider gears. It is directly between > the gears the axles slide into. There is a space that a thin rod can > penetrate. If you get a long enough rod, you can tap out the broken axle > spline without pulling the differential. I found that a metal rod used to > support a floral display fits through the opening perfectly. It is perfect > to tap out the broken part. There is probably a similar rod available at > Lowes, but I haven't looked there. Once the broken spline is out of the > differential, a magnet will pull it out of the axle housing. I use one of > the orange extending magnet you can get at Sears or from one of the Tool > trucks. Amazon has a similar one. http://tinyurl.com/44j3bem > Jim > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Riker > Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 10:05 PM > To: CosmicMag1380 > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? > > Ok, I've been doing this for a long time (bought the Midget in 82) and have > only had one broken axle. I do not understand the part where you remove the > > opposite side and drift the little piece out. Aren't the spider gears and > stuff in the way? While trying to follow these instructions I destroyed a > center pumpkin. You definitely DON'T want to stick a long drift in from the > > opposite side and bang on it with a hammer. I have to be missing something > here. > David > _______________________________________________ > > 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/pfeilmat at gmail.com From derf247 at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 10:20:27 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:20:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) In-Reply-To: References: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> Message-ID: Hardening done right generally only affects the surface of the part. From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 10:33:10 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:33:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <62452.173.119.128.227.1313466591.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: For those who asked; Phil Nase and I took about 1.5 hours from pushing the car into the garage to filling the diff back up with new gear oil. Phil disconnected the drive-shaft and removed the center section bolts while I pulled the axles. On Aug 16, 2011, at 10:30 AM, Kevin Valentine wrote: > Guys, > > I've done a few of these ;) Just did one on Saturday (drivers > side - broken off in the diff). I always pull both axles and the > center section if the car is at my garage. I just think it's > easier to make sure all the bits & pieces are out doing it that way ;) From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 10:38:05 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:38:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay In-Reply-To: <000001cc5c15$09dcddc0$1d969940$@net> References: <1311649951.76819.YahooMailNeo@web180409.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> <000001cc5c15$09dcddc0$1d969940$@net> Message-ID: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 **** ** ** -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From heard at datatrontech.net Tue Aug 16 11:09:59 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:09:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay In-Reply-To: References: <1311649951.76819.YahooMailNeo@web180409.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> <000001cc5c15$09dcddc0$1d969940$@net> Message-ID: God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 > **** > > ** ** > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From thistle_3619 at yahoo.com Tue Aug 16 12:29:24 2011 From: thistle_3619 at yahoo.com (James Gruber) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:29:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille Message-ID: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Bob's now the only one with a concave BE Grille, I've got one as well on Bugsy minus the eyebrow which was another variation. From haynes386 at netzero.net Tue Aug 16 12:42:28 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:42:28 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Only Case Hardening is surface hardening. True hardening of the steel involves raising of the temperature of the steel to a point where the grain size is modified to be smaller and is more orderly thus increasing the intercrystalline bonds reducing the potential for dislocations. The trick with hardening is to get the crytalline structure consistent inside to outside and then 'freeze' it by quenching at that state. Subsequent to quenching, most steels are then annealed to increase the toughness (resistance to deformation). Harder does not equal tougher. Toughness is an independent variable based on the amount of abuse (non-engineering term here) that it will take before it starts to show signs of yielding. In gross generalities, a stronger steel is more brittle, however this is a relative term. My point being that as a steel becomes stronger, the percentage difference between the yield point (where it starts to deform plastically) and the failure point (where it catastrophically fails) is reduced. Thus as stronger steel in the same application will yield later (at a higher load), but it won't put up with the same percentage increase in load beyond that as long as a weaker steel will before it fails. Hardening of steel is more of an art than a science unless you have a limitless database of minor variations in each specific steel you are working with. So to answer the question, at a given load assuming no annealing has taken place, a harder steel will fracture more suddenly than a weaker steel, not necessarily at a different load though. Some tougher steels are harder, some harder steels are more brittle, some softer steels are tougher, it all depends on what the alloy and the heat treatment is. Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing Aluminum at 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:14:00 -0400 From: Allen Hefner Here's a question for you metallurgists out there. If one axle is harder than the others, wouldn't it be more brittle and prone to breakage? Is a softer metal better able to handle being banged by the engine power and brake force? Just askin'. ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4aba447656d75c144st05duc From b-evans at earthlink.net Tue Aug 16 12:56:04 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:56:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille In-Reply-To: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> James Gruber wrote: "Bob's now the only one with a concave BE Grille, I've got one as well on Bugsy minus the eyebrow which was another variation." I have a grille hanging in the garage that, with a 32 oz ballpeen hammer, can be concave *real* quick!!! RBE From kk7ss at frontier.com Tue Aug 16 13:55:49 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:55:49 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <2045712187.865252.1313524549611.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Doncha just love cryogencs -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Mark Haynes" wrote: > > Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing > Aluminum at > > 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). From peter at nosimport.com Tue Aug 16 14:24:05 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:24:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> References: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <201108161323377.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> At 01:42 PM 8/16/2011, Mark Haynes wrote: >Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing Aluminum at >4 K (-269*C or-453*F). > >Mark Haynes +++++++++ Geesh, and I'm just back from making ice in a curling rink NO K (-2*C or 27*F) Peter C From haynes386 at netzero.net Tue Aug 16 15:00:12 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:00:12 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110816.150012.7561.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> Yah! Cryogenics is COOL! Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Dave KK7SS To: Mark Haynes Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:55:49 +0000 (UTC) Doncha just love cryogencs -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Mark Haynes" wrote: > > Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing > Aluminum at > > 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). > ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4ada7ec3d00764aa4st01duc From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Tue Aug 16 15:05:24 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:05:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <20110816210524.Z5CGD.23072.root@cdptpa-web12-z01> Mark covered this somewhat. As you increase the hardness of steel through heat treating and somewhat as you increase the hardness through improved metallurgy, there is a tradeoff between strength and ductility. Hardness and strength are somewhat the same. So if you make a knife and you heat treat it, you will make it harder and stronger, which would primarily show up as its ability to hold an edge longer and to pry on things without permanently bending. BUT along with the increased hardness you lose some ductility, so it is more prone to chipping and breaking. If you want a knife that is good for cutting, then you can harden it a lot. If you want a knife that you will be chopping and prying with, then you don't want it to be so hard. This balance between strength/hardness/brittleness/ductility will vary depending on the specific metallurgy and the exact way it is heat treated. A steel with high strength but without being brittle is sort of the holy grail of metallurgy and custom knifemakers have searched for this for a long time. Some of the knife steels that we have available now are better than what we had 20 years ago, but I don't think by a whole lot. Another characteristic is called "toughness" and this considers strength and ductility together. Once a piece of steel has been impacted to the point that it starts to fail, how much it yields in a ductile mode before it fails completely is a function of its toughness. The tests for this are very interesting and use small machined specimens and a machine with a big heavy pendulum and a small knife edge. It would be best to make automotive parts from steel with high toughness but common cheap mass produced items don't typically get into it that much. We do worry about it somewhat in building construction. I've heard that some steel from the Titanic was recovered and tested. I think its strength was appropriate for that era but it had low toughness, meaning when it was impacted by the big ice cube and it started tearing, it would then tear relatively easily. As for axles, if one is harder than the other then it is probably stronger than the other. So at the limit the harder axle would break while the softer axle would yield in torsion but stay in one piece. But it would take more torque to fail the harder axle than it would the softer axle. Axles don't undergo a steady torque but have all kinds of varying dynamic loads on them. I suspect they are at some intermediate point of softness/hardness/strength that somewhat balances the ductility with the strength. An axle has to have a certain amount of strength in order to do what it does, but it might need to limit that so that it doesn't compromise its ductility. I have seen twisted axles, as well as all manner of broken connecting rods, cranks, etc. I also remember pulling axles out of our old 1957 Chevy hotrod and seeing visible twist in the splines where the axle goes into the spider gears. A harder axle might not have twisted, or OTOH it might have sheared completely without twisting a little bit. > Here's a question for you metallurgists out there. If one axle is harder > than the others, wouldn't it be more brittle and prone to breakage? Is a > softer metal better able to handle being banged by the engine power and > brake force? From soavero at yahoo.com Tue Aug 16 16:10:13 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:10:13 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> References: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <1313532613.32436.YahooMailNeo@web30504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> And us ECS guys think liquid Helium at 4K.... RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Mark Haynes To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 1:42 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Only Case Hardening is surface hardening. True hardening of the steel involves raising of the temperature of the steel to a point where the grain size is modified to be smaller and is more orderly thus increasing the intercrystalline bonds reducing the potential for dislocations. The trick with hardening is to get the crytalline structure consistent inside to outside and then 'freeze' it by quenching at that state. Subsequent to quenching, most steels are then annealed to increase the toughness (resistance to deformation). Harder does not equal tougher. Toughness is an independent variable based on the amount of abuse (non-engineering term here) that it will take before it starts to show signs of yielding. In gross generalities, a stronger steel is more brittle, however this is a relative term. My point being that as a steel becomes stronger, the percentage difference between the yield point (where it starts to deform plastically) and the failure point (where it catastrophically fails) is reduced. Thus as stronger steel in the same application will yield later (at a higher load), but it won't put up with the same percentage increase in load beyond that as long as a weaker steel will before it fails. Hardening of steel is more of an art than a science unless you have a limitless database of minor variations in each specific steel you are working with. So to answer the question, at a given load assuming no annealing has taken place, a harder steel will fracture more suddenly than a weaker steel, not necessarily at a different load though. Some tougher steels are harder, some harder steels are more brittle, some softer steels are tougher, it all depends on what the alloy and the heat treatment is. Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing Aluminum at 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:14:00 -0400 From: Allen Hefner Here's a question for you metallurgists out there. If one axle is harder than the others, wouldn't it be more brittle and prone to breakage? Is a softer metal better able to handle being banged by the engine power and brake force? Just askin'. ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4aba447656d75c144st05duc _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From bkitterer at me.com Tue Aug 16 18:28:12 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:28:12 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille In-Reply-To: <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> References: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> Message-ID: <40B9B8A8-BEF7-4D1A-B6FE-34BD6AFAF9A4@me.com> A ballpeen leaves to many dings, it needs to be smoooooth. 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 On Aug 16, 2011, at 11:56 AM, Robert Evans wrote: > James Gruber wrote: "Bob's now the only one with a concave BE Grille, I've > got one as well on Bugsy minus the eyebrow which was another variation." > > I have a grille hanging in the garage that, with a 32 oz ballpeen hammer, > can be concave *real* quick!!! > > RBE From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 18:35:30 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:35:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille In-Reply-To: <40B9B8A8-BEF7-4D1A-B6FE-34BD6AFAF9A4@me.com> References: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> <40B9B8A8-BEF7-4D1A-B6FE-34BD6AFAF9A4@me.com> Message-ID: I agree with Bob. Mount it on the back wall of the garage and run into it with the front of your 1950 Studebaker Commander.... That should do it... Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 7:28 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > A ballpeen leaves to many dings, it needs to be smoooooth. > > 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 > > On Aug 16, 2011, at 11:56 AM, Robert Evans wrote: > > > James Gruber wrote: "Bob's now the only one with a concave BE Grille, > I've > > got one as well on Bugsy minus the eyebrow which was another variation." > > > > I have a grille hanging in the garage that, with a 32 oz ballpeen hammer, > > can be concave *real* quick!!! > > > > RBE > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Tue Aug 16 18:43:59 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:43:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> <63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get them out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality time on the wire wheel with it as well. The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings sticking to it. So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. Thanks Chris From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 18:52:12 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:52:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com> <9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu> <002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com> <67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net> <000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com> <5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC> <083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com> <63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> Message-ID: Gives new meaning to the term "twisting off", eh Chris? Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: > Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get them > out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. > > However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. > > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG > > I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality > time > on the wire wheel with it as well. > > The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings > sticking to it. > > So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece > out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? > > Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement > back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. > > Thanks > Chris > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Tue Aug 16 19:16:15 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:16:15 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <1313543775.30350.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> IIRC, the only way you'll be able to angle a rod to get some push behind it is to drive it inwards. Although axles are not left handed or right handed, if you have a choice for a replacement, get one from the same side as the one you're replacing. Once they've been used, the splines take a set and break easier if you swap them to the other side. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Tue, 8/16/11, Chris Manuel wrote: From: Chris Manuel Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? To: "'Spridgets'" Date: Tuesday, August 16, 2011, 8:43 PM So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Aug 16 20:35:58 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 22:35:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com><9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com><5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC><083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com><63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <0D2828EF2D5C4FACA2B635603097A1C0@blackbox2> Well, I hate to say it, but before you go to all that effort in rust removal... That spare is an early axle of the weaker kind. The later, stronger axles have a small grove cut near the tip of the splines. The axle is easy to change so you could opt to put what you have in for the near term, but I would keep your eyes peeled at the swap meets/ebay/etc.. for a later axle. Especially if you have a 1275. Here is one on ebay. You can see the groove in his pictures. Ebay item 190566477150 http://tinyurl.com/3cc324p $55 vs. Questionable and a day of rust removal? Seems like a no-brainer to me... -----Original Message----- Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get them out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality time on the wire wheel with it as well. The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings sticking to it. So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. Thanks Chris From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Aug 16 20:45:47 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 22:45:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] axle hardness. In-Reply-To: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> References: <1A2C4CF4-1C63-4048-BCBC-3D50D102D45B@gmail.com> Message-ID: <20E586AD417D4F77A996F81608766837@blackbox2> The surface hardness at the flange has nothing to do with the strength at the spline. I'm not sure it's a question of hardening so much as it was a change in the alloy in the later axles. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets- Subject: [Spridgets] (no subject) I just drilled out a box of spare axels to accommodate 7/16-inch studs. All had the same numbers and the same "late axel" groove machined around the spline end. But one of them was incredibly harder to drill out. In fact, it was impossible with my regular bits, while the other 5 went like butter. Obviously, some runs of "identical" axels had flanges, at least, that were a lot harder then the norm. Anyone else come across this...or have an explanation? JohnD From aseippel at austin.rr.com Tue Aug 16 20:46:22 2011 From: aseippel at austin.rr.com (Jim Seippel) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:46:22 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille In-Reply-To: References: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> <40B9B8A8-BEF7-4D1A-B6FE-34BD6AFAF9A4@me.com> Message-ID: <08c101cc5c87$da0e4390$8e2acab0$@rr.com> I have a Studebaker too. How did you know? :-) The bullet front end on a Studebaker is wrong to use to modify a Sprite grill. Jim -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 7:36 PM Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Concave Grille I agree with Bob. Mount it on the back wall of the garage and run into it with the front of your 1950 Studebaker Commander.... That should do it... Cheers!! Jim From bkitterer at me.com Tue Aug 16 21:46:55 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:46:55 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Home again In-Reply-To: <62418.173.119.128.227.1313466154.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <62418.173.119.128.227.1313466154.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: In a few days I hope to have a reasonable number for the miles I have driven since 1960. That is when I first started to keep some type of record of my travels. 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 On Aug 15, 2011, at 8:42 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > WELCOME HOME to you both! Another epic journey in the books. I think > it's fantastic what you've done over the years and would like to hear an > estimate of all the miles you've racked up. > > Glad you're home safe and hope you can get those pinched nerves taken care > of! > > Dave and Terri > > > >> Hello Folks, >> >> As many of you know we have been on an adventure circumnavigating the USA >> and lower Canada this past five months. We are home now, sort of, and I >> am about 300 emails behind on this list. We had to cut the trip short, we >> had expected to be out 10-12 months. This came about due to pinched nerves >> in my neck. So the doctor appointments are this week. I expect to get the >> RV (our current home) out of storage in the next few days and set back up >> to be livable. In the mean time we are still operating in the mobile >> mode. >> >> We apologize to all of you that were along our route but we were unable to >> meet. Most of the time we did not know were we would be any given >> evening. Often that decision was made until noon or later of that day. >> This is not very conducive to lunch or dinner get togethers. >> >> We are already doing some planning for next spring to cover those areas we >> missed or cut short. In the mean time perhaps we can come up with a way >> to arrange meetings on short notice terms. >> >> Drive safe >> >> 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 b-evans at earthlink.net Tue Aug 16 22:22:14 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:22:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Concave Grille In-Reply-To: <08c101cc5c87$da0e4390$8e2acab0$@rr.com> References: <1313519364.64468.YahooMailNeo@web34201.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <01f601cc5c46$266fd0b0$734f7210$@net> <40B9B8A8-BEF7-4D1A-B6FE-34BD6AFAF9A4@me.com> <08c101cc5c87$da0e4390$8e2acab0$@rr.com> Message-ID: <022b01cc5c95$3e3f7390$babe5ab0$@net> Jim Seippel wrote: "I have a Studebaker too. How did you know? :-) The bullet front end on a Studebaker is wrong to use to modify a Sprite grill." Whew! You wrote just in time. I had the grille all mounted and had borrowed my neighbor's 1950 Studebaker Commander all lined up to make it concave. Now I find that dang Jim Johnson lied to me. Oh, well, back up on the wall. RBE (Johnson, I'm gonna git ya!) From dwoerpel at wi.net Tue Aug 16 22:21:56 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:21:56 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.150012.7561.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> References: <20110816.150012.7561.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <51332.70.13.89.168.1313554916.squirrel@wm.wi.net> I knew you were going to say that! So, using Peter's Mini, just how Mini-er can we make it at Ab. Zero??? (or as close as we can get) :-) Dave W. (always the scientist) > Yah! Cryogenics is COOL! > > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 > > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: Dave KK7SS > To: Mark Haynes > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel > Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:55:49 +0000 (UTC) > > Doncha just love cryogencs > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Mark Haynes" wrote: > >> >> Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing >> Aluminum at >> >> 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 16 23:59:23 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:59:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <51332.70.13.89.168.1313554916.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <20110816.150012.7561.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> <51332.70.13.89.168.1313554916.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: Cryongenics??? Cool! So 100 Years from now we can thaw it out and have the same useless axle we have today?? Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 11:21 PM, wrote: > I knew you were going to say that! So, using Peter's Mini, just how > Mini-er can we make it at Ab. Zero??? (or as close as we can get) :-) > > Dave W. > (always the scientist) > > > > Yah! Cryogenics is COOL! > > > > > > Mark Haynes > > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > > HAN6L12977 > > HAN5L8016 > > > > ---------- Original Message ---------- > > From: Dave KK7SS > > To: Mark Haynes > > Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel > > Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:55:49 +0000 (UTC) > > > > Doncha just love cryogencs > > > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- "Mark Haynes" wrote: > > > >> > >> Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing > >> Aluminum at > >> > >> 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From dwoerpel at wi.net Tue Aug 16 23:33:07 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:33:07 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? In-Reply-To: <0D2828EF2D5C4FACA2B635603097A1C0@blackbox2> References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com><9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com><5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC><083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com><63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> <0D2828EF2D5C4FACA2B635603097A1C0@blackbox2> Message-ID: <51902.70.13.89.168.1313559187.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Those pics are classics Chris! I'd pick up the one on eBay unless someone has a pair closer to home. Also, when I bought some axles for the MGA I had them crack-tested. There is/was a company on Watertown Road (not Plank) just north of the Bluemound Perkins and across Barker Rd. from the Elite Sports Club. If it's not there call a machine shop to see who does magna-fluxing. No sense putting in a pre-cracked axle. ;-) Dave W. > Well, I hate to say it, but before you go to all that effort > in rust removal... > > That spare is an early axle of the weaker kind. > > The later, stronger axles have a small grove cut near the tip of the > splines. > > The axle is easy to change so you could opt to put what you have in for > the > near term, but I would keep your eyes peeled at the swap meets/ebay/etc.. > for a later axle. Especially if you have a 1275. > > Here is one on ebay. You can see the groove in his pictures. > Ebay item 190566477150 > http://tinyurl.com/3cc324p > > $55 vs. Questionable and a day of rust removal? Seems like a no-brainer > to > me... > > -----Original Message----- > Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? > > Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get > them > out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. > > However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. > > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG > > I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality > time > on the wire wheel with it as well. > > The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings > sticking to it. > > So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece > out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? > > Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement > back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. > > Thanks > Chris From grday at btinternet.com Wed Aug 17 01:48:12 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:48:12 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? References: <137f.69e15a01.3b797a05@aol.com><9dm03d$co3hmk@email.mtu.edu><002701cc5ad4$385b35d0$a911a170$@rr.com><67D324B7-F532-4D5D-9B19-8AE0F65D1245@chartermi.net><000301cc5ae0$03f3df70$0bdb9e50$@rr.com><5C595FFEEAE94D56A2A3DF19CB064B40@RikerPC><083701cc5bc9$ac607b20$05217160$@rr.com><63020.173.112.40.92.1313503284.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <001201cc5c76$c1255f50$43701df0$@rr.com> Message-ID: Chris, You don't drive it (what a pun!!) anywhere until you have the diff out and can assess the situation. However, if you are in a position where you can't remove the diff the general principle is to drive it outwards to the wheels as the end of the splines on the shaft should still be intact. When the diff is out you can clean the crap from the bottom of the banjo, all those other little metal bits will have found a home there. Don 't forget the propshaft holds the rear oil seal in the g'box and you need that in place to stop the g'box oil from splurging / dripping out. I've never tried it - would a big loop of rope around the car hold the driveshaft up more or less in place? What else to so? Oil the springs. Check for rust. Check U.J.'s. Clean / paint the rear of the brake backplates and grease around the bleed nipples. Grease the hand brake linkages. Enjoy life..... Guy R Day ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Manuel" <> To: "'Spridgets'" Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 1:43 AM Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? > Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get > them > out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. > > However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. > > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG > http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG > > I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality > time > on the wire wheel with it as well. > > The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings > sticking to it. > > So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece > out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? > > Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement > back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. > > Thanks > Chris > _______________________________________________ From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 17 08:46:14 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:46:14 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Amphibious Cars... No LBC at all!! Message-ID: <2008108256.870025.1313592374700.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> No LBC content... but cool anyway. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-14557170 -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 17 08:55:31 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:55:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How many? Message-ID: <201108170755281.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Kinda intrestin' innit? http://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/?q=mg+midget Peter C From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 17 08:56:04 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:56:04 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] UPDATE axle or pinion problems? Message-ID: <20110817.085604.7540.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com> Chris- I may be wrong (I'm sure I'll be corrected if I am), but I don't think that there is enough room inboard to drive the piece out in that direction, the spider gear pin gets in the way (just as it does when trying to drive it out without pulling the pumpkin)- Besides, if you're pulling the pumpkin out, then it'll be easier to remove by driving it out the way it came in and you don't run the risk of bodging the side gear splines. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Well, thanks everyone for the tips. It wasn't even beer worthy to get them out. I had no idea that is what hold these things in. However, looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me this weekend. http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290057.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290056.JPG http://www.elmbrookcomputers.com/images/P7290055.JPG I do have a spare (as shown) but looks like I'll be having some quality time on the wire wheel with it as well. The other side looks fine fortunately except for some metal shavings sticking to it. So-since I have to crack the pumpkin open anyway, should I drive the piece out towards the wheel or in towards the middle? Anything else I should do since I'm there? I did a full brake replacement back there 2 years ago including the hoses, so I think I'm good there. Thanks ____________________________________________________________ Refinance for 2.50%/3.03% APR Loans under 729K usually qualify for US GOV backed refinance programs http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4bd6d886f42794c45st01duc From lmacy at mac.com Wed Aug 17 09:02:01 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:02:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> References: <20110816.124228.29938.0@webmail09.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: So does this explain why it took 7 hours and 7 drill bits to drill 2 holes in the welded on bumper mount on a new shell?? Larry On Aug 16, 2011, at 14:42 PM, Mark Haynes wrote: > Only Case Hardening is surface hardening. True hardening of the steel involves > raising of the temperature of the steel to a point where the grain size is > modified to be smaller and is more orderly thus increasing the > intercrystalline bonds reducing the potential for dislocations. The trick with > hardening is to get the crytalline structure consistent inside to outside and > then 'freeze' it by quenching at that state. > Subsequent to quenching, most steels are then annealed to increase the > toughness (resistance to deformation). > Harder does not equal tougher. Toughness is an independent variable based on > the amount of abuse (non-engineering term here) that it will take before it > starts to show signs of yielding. > In gross generalities, a stronger steel is more brittle, however this is a > relative term. My point being that as a steel becomes stronger, the percentage > difference between the yield point (where it starts to deform plastically) and > the failure point (where it catastrophically fails) is reduced. Thus as > stronger steel in the same application will yield later (at a higher load), > but it won't put up with the same percentage increase in load beyond that as > long as a weaker steel will before it fails. > Hardening of steel is more of an art than a science unless you have a > limitless database of minor variations in each specific steel you are working > with. > So to answer the question, at a given load assuming no annealing has taken > place, a harder steel will fracture more suddenly than a weaker steel, not > necessarily at a different load though. Some tougher steels are harder, some > harder steels are more brittle, some softer steels are tougher, it all depends > on what the alloy and the heat treatment is. > Sorry for the dissertation, I'm just off of my load frame testing Aluminum at > 4 K (-269*C or-453*F). > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 > > > Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:14:00 -0400 > From: Allen Hefner > > > Here's a question for you metallurgists out there. If one axle is harder > than the others, wouldn't it be more brittle and prone to breakage? Is a > softer metal better able to handle being banged by the engine power and > brake force? > > Just askin'. > > > ____________________________________________________________ > Penny Stock Jumping 3000% > Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! > http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4aba447656d75c144st05duc > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. macy at upenn.edu System Manager/Administrator Neuropsychiatry Section Department of Psychiatry Perelman School of Medicine 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 eric.t.cartman at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 09:22:07 2011 From: eric.t.cartman at gmail.com (Greg Gowins) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:22:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How many? In-Reply-To: <201108170755281.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108170755281.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: I wonder why there is a big jump in the number of Sprites and Midgets registered between '95 and '96. Was that when the BMHIT started making the new body shells? On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 9:55 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > Kinda intrestin' innit? > > http://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/?q=mg+midget > > Peter C > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eric.t.cartman at gmail.com From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 17 10:41:38 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:41:38 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110817.104138.11351.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> So the accepted value for CTE of steel is 0.00000645in/in/deg F (or 0.00001032in/in/*C), figure we're going from RT (295K or 22C) to 4 K, a delta T of 291, so the contraction per one inch is 0.003003", assuming the Mini is 10 ft long, we can make the car a total of 0.3604" shorter! Now try to start it at that temp! Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ---------- Original Message ---------- From: dwoerpel at wi.net To: "Mark Haynes" Cc: kk7ss at frontier.com, spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:21:56 -0500 (CDT) I knew you were going to say that! So, using Peter's Mini, just how Mini-er can we make it at Ab. Zero??? (or as close as we can get) :-) Dave W. (always the scientist) ____________________________________________________________ Mortgage Rates Hit 2.50% Mortgage Rates Plunge After White House Debt-Deal. See Rates From 2.50% (3.011% APR) http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4bef691cbba79a15cst04duc From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Aug 17 10:59:55 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:59:55 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Off topic Jeep question Message-ID: <5be88.27b57974.3b7d4d8b@aol.com> I guess you don't have silicone hoses? I do have a downflow rad set to sell, in orange! Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 09/08/2011 22:41:24 GMT Daylight Time, abcoz at hky.com writes: Part of my maintenance routine on my MGs (as well as any other liquid-cooled vehicle I've ever owned) is to replace all coolant hoses every 3 or 4 years, whether they need it or not. From dwoerpel at wi.net Wed Aug 17 11:22:00 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:22:00 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110817.104138.11351.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> References: <20110817.104138.11351.0@webmail01.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <52154.173.140.188.227.1313601720.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Now THAT, is cool!!! :-) ~0.4" shorter...shoot we don't have to shrink Peter! Dave W. > So the accepted value for CTE of steel is 0.00000645in/in/deg F (or > 0.00001032in/in/*C), figure we're going from RT (295K or 22C) to 4 K, a > delta T of 291, so the contraction per one inch is 0.003003", assuming the > Mini is 10 ft long, we can make the car a total of 0.3604" shorter! > Now try to start it at that temp! > > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 > > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: dwoerpel at wi.net > To: "Mark Haynes" > Cc: kk7ss at frontier.com, spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hardening Steel > Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:21:56 -0500 (CDT) > > I knew you were going to say that! So, using Peter's Mini, just how > Mini-er can we make it at Ab. Zero??? (or as close as we can get) :-) > > Dave W. > (always the scientist) > > > > > ____________________________________________________________ > 57-Year-Old Mom Looks 25 > Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! > http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4bef691b49779ada4st02duc From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Aug 17 11:30:43 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:30:43 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... Message-ID: <5d444.7d5d3e07.3b7d54c2@aol.com> A double thickness spring washer. In a message dated 10/08/2011 20:00:56 GMT Daylight Time, refisk at chartermi.net writes: thackery washer is a wierd sort of combination of a spring and a washer. Rick From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Wed Aug 17 11:34:37 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:34:37 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] anyone going to TRF Summer Party? Message-ID: <5d703.59bc5647.3b7d55ac@aol.com> Lets not have any, pity the attachment won't make it to the list. bullshit [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of No-bull.JPG] From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Aug 17 12:36:52 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:36:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... In-Reply-To: <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312759303.26287.YahooMailNeo@web160808.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <4E3F3D54.70608@bak.rr.com> <1312806515.41807.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313606212.52136.YahooMailNeo@web160814.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> I had the radiator flushed, installed a 165 degree thermostat and mixed the cooling at 75-25. Seems to have done the trick. Runs much cooler now. Thanks for all the tips, gang. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Edward Perez To: Jon Paschke ; "spridgets at autox.team.net" Sent: Monday, August 8, 2011 8:28 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... I'll start with the most affordable option.... thermostat, and go from there. The radiator should be fine and the engine only has 800 miles on it, so I'm thinking the cooling system should be clear. I checked the timing and it's ok also. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: Jon Paschke To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2011 9:35 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... It really doesn't matter what the thermostat opens at. If your cooling system will not keep the motor at 180 it sure won't keep it lower, once either thermostat opens they have the same size openings and will flow all the coolant that can flow. Work on your radiator, a re-core is highly recommended - you can get a modern core that works way better put in the rad. On 8/7/2011 6:01 PM, Bill Masquelier wrote: > Ed > I would first check the gauge to see if it is accurate. 180 should be fine in > SC. > BillM > >> Date: Sun, 7 Aug 2011 16:21:43 -0700 >> From: eap2140 at yahoo.com >> To: Spridgets at autox.team.net >> Subject: [Spridgets] thermostat in the south...... >> >> I have a 180 degree thermostat installed in the car and it seems to run >> exceptionally hot. This was installed in the car when I lived in the NW. >> Since I've relocated to South Carolina, the car seems to always run toward > the >> hot end of the gauge. Any recommendations as to what temp thermostat I > should >> be getting? I'm thinking 165 degrees. Should I go any cooler than that? >> Heat index has been aroun 105-115 this summer. Ouch! >> >> >> >> Edward Perez >> Summerville, SC >> 78 Midget (1275) >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/jpaschke at bak.rr.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/eap2140 at yahoo.com From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 17 13:11:53 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:11:53 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] '60 BE in Denver Area Message-ID: <20110817.131153.3567.0@webmail19.dca.untd.com> Ran across this one- I think this guys full of it-$5K PLUS more for the 1275, etc. etc.I bought mine for $3K and it wasn't "Loved by Mice"- Anyone interested? I could take a look...... http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2545074277.html 1960 Bugeye sprite Barnfind - $5000 (Aurora) We have a 1960 Barn Find Bug eye sprite. Complete with title and hard top and extra bows, side curtains. The vehicle was removed from its storage in a barn since 1988. Still has the tags. The information on it is that the master brake cylinder went out and it was parked. The owner was 94 who bought it new...died. His widow sold it to his friend. The cylinders have marvel oil in them. The car is in original (barn) condition white with red racing stripe. The seat are from a midge/sprite or later model Austin Healey. The Barn dirt is still in it. Also for sale is a rebuilt 1275, two 5 speeds toyota and a rib case transmission and All the suspension for the wire wheel set up including the rear end with wire rims and a wire harness etc from a 1969 mg midget.. The fender beads are great and no major rust out. Look like it had a repair on back corner,,,shows some cracks of bondo underneath. Bonnet in great shape has a great Grill ....also.Missing one light lens.Mice loved it. This was going to be a restro/conversion project but health issues have another plan. I do not have to sell but want to put it in the hands of someone who will love it and put it on the road again. I will not be low balled or put up with any scammers. I reserve the right to reject all or any offers at any time for any reason. CASH ONLY. NO TRADE.... ETC.... Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4c1291dae2a7a5084st02duc From haynes386 at netzero.net Wed Aug 17 13:52:30 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:52:30 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> Jim- You're thinking CRYONICS-NOT a science, and I should know. The little town that I live in is known world-wide as the town with the frozen dead guy-we have a festival every year called "Frozen Dead Guy Days" (creative, eh?). And Yes, there really is a frozen dead guy-Bredo Moerstel (I don't know how to put umlauts in). So we could put Peter in his Mini and take it to 4K, but until he thawed, we couldn't get him out- and then we'd have to POUR him out. Kind of like they did a Seibkins after the Jaegermeister? Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Cryongenics??? Cool! So 100 Years from now we can thaw it out and have the same useless axle we have today?? Cheers!! Jim ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4c1c5127c367a7ffast01duc From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 14:00:15 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:00:15 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay In-Reply-To: References: <1311649951.76819.YahooMailNeo@web180409.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> <000001cc5c15$09dcddc0$1d969940$@net> Message-ID: Hey Sprideteers, I'm back from my NM/CA trip and looking to catching up with mail. OMG I think his camera has poor eyesight......LOL. Why would anyone who wants to make a sale post crappy photos like that? Lin On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 10:09 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this > person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? > > On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > > > > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 > > **** > > > > ** ** > > > > > > -- > > Cheers!! > > Jim Johnson > > Sprite-Midget Club USA > > High Plains Youth Hockey > > Dodge City Trail of Fame > > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > > bmwwxman at gmail.com > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/heard at datatrontech.net > > > > > > > -- > Heard Saxon > Datatron Technical Services, Inc. > 888-362-3977 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 17 14:09:03 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:09:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> References: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <201108171308760.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> It's a good thing I'm not reading this thread..... ++++++++++ At 02:52 PM 8/17/2011, Mark Haynes wrote: >Jim- You're thinking CRYONICS-NOT a science, and I should know. The little >town that I live in is known world-wide as the town with the frozen dead >guy-we have a festival every year called "Frozen Dead Guy Days" (creative, >eh?). >And Yes, there really is a frozen dead guy-Bredo Moerstel (I don't know how to >put umlauts in). >So we could put Peter in his Mini and take it to 4K, but until he thawed, we >couldn't get him out- and then we'd have to POUR him out. Kind of like they >did a Seibkins after the Jaegermeister? > > >Mark Haynes >It only goes one way-Pay it Forward >HAN6L12977 >HAN5L8016 > > >Cryongenics??? Cool! So 100 Years from now we can thaw it out and have the >same useless axle we have today?? > >Cheers!! >Jim > >____________________________________________________________ >Penny Stock Jumping 3000% >Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! >http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4c1c5127c367a7ffast01duc >_______________________________________________ > >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/peter at nosimport.com > > > > >----- >No virus found in this message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3840 - Release Date: 08/17/11 From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Wed Aug 17 14:52:52 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:52:52 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <20110817205252.YIEKT.5467.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> Lets take one of those axles down to 4K and then try to drill holes in the flange! And depending on the outcome of that one, take it down about another 10 degrees and try it again. > So we could put Peter in his Mini and take it to 4K From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 17 14:56:50 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:56:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110817205252.YIEKT.5467.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> References: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> <20110817205252.YIEKT.5467.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> Message-ID: I say it shatters. =============================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 1:53 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel Lets take one of those axles down to 4K and then try to drill holes in the flange! And depending on the outcome of that one, take it down about another 10 degrees and try it again. > So we could put Peter in his Mini and take it to 4K Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From bkitterer at me.com Wed Aug 17 15:08:22 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:08:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: References: <20110817.135230.28855.0@webmail10.dca.untd.com> <20110817205252.YIEKT.5467.root@cdptpa-web15-z01> Message-ID: I'll put a vote in for that. 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 On Aug 17, 2011, at 1:56 PM, corvallis at peoplepc.com wrote: > I say it shatters. > > =============================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 1:53 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel > > Lets take one of those axles down to 4K and then try to drill holes in the > flange! > > And depending on the outcome of that one, take it down about another 10 > degrees and try it again. > > > >> So we could put Peter in his Mini and take it to 4K > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 15:09:03 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:09:03 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Midget hand book now online. Message-ID: List, I just received a link from Jon Saylor who posted his Midget handbook on spritespot via Early Spridgets Facebook. Enjoy, Linda http://www.spritespot.com/gallery/MKI-Midget-Sales-Booklet From bkitterer at me.com Wed Aug 17 15:24:06 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:24:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Travel - lots of useless information - some LBC Message-ID: This is particularly for David who happen to ask. I started taking vacation trips every year in 1960 and have done so ever year since except for four, two years in the service and two years we moved. These have varied in length from 5 days to eight months and, with one recent exception these have been in the USA and Canada. In recent years there have been several trips per year of a few months each. The first trip was in my bugeye (LBC content) with my 15 year old brother. We went through six western states in eleven days and covered 3,700 miles. I have now been in all 50 states and six Canadian Provinces. So the driving numbers come out like this: Total miles driven on vacation trips : 238,200 Total days : 1,606 See the USA first - you may never have time for anyplace else. 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 grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 16:29:21 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:29:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Sloppy Rockers..... In-Reply-To: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1312998436.90486.YahooMailNeo@web160820.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Looks like Ed's rocker is from China. For you Frank ; ) Lin On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 1:47 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > And I don't mean Kieth Richards..... > > > I was adjusting my valves and notice > considerable slop (side to side) in the number one rocker.... thoughts? > Should I shim this to snug it up? > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/6021382193/in/photostream > > > Edward > Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 16:49:37 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:49:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] duryea hillclimb this weekend In-Reply-To: <1313404538.95356.YahooMailNeo@web112717.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <1313404538.95356.YahooMailNeo@web112717.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Chuck, Sorry I'll miss the Hill Climb I'm off to Michigan to visit with the in-laws this weekend "Jet-Setters". I hope you do well with your Sabb Race Car. Please post photos if possible I love your car & color ; ) Lin On Mon, Aug 15, 2011 at 6:35 AM, charles christ wrote: > duryea hillclimb is celebrating it's 60th running this weekend in reading > pennsylvania. saturday and sunday will see timed runs up the hill past > the > pagoda up to the finish line at the fire tower. > mary anne and myself will be > working one of the corner flag stations. but maple grove drag strip is > having a grudge match and run what ya brung evening friday night. it's > very > close the the hillclimb. we are considering bringing the '60 saab race > car > to run at the drag strip. from what's been indicated the entry fee for > that > is something we can afford right now. so those of you who live near by > might consider heading to reading this weekend to see some very spirited > driving in some very very interesting cars up a rather technical city > street > course. > > chuck > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 17 17:32:41 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:32:41 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend Message-ID: From http://www.mazdaraceway.com/pace-car-driver/rolex-monterey-motorsports-reuni on Group 7B running this weekend at Laguna Seca (Sunday 21 August 2011) 1961-1966 GT Cars under 2500cc. Root for who brought you to the dance; #66 Car # Car displacement Driver 1 1964 Austin Mini Cooper Mk1 1293cc Joerg Weidinger 3 1964 Ginetta G4R 1580cc Robert Forbes 5 1967 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT-1600cc Martin Lauber 7 1962 Lotus Super Seven 1620cc Paul Ryan 9 1964 Morgan 4/4 1550cc Ronald Carrico 11 1963 Elva Courier 1800cc A. L. "Bud" Byrnes 12 1965 Ginetta G12 1650cc Kaid Marouf 13 1964 Alfa Romeo GTA 1600cc Henry Davis 16 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint 1600 David Grieger 18 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spyder Veloce-1600 Martin Lauber 19 1967 Lotus Europa Series 1 1565cc Dan Wardman 21 1966 Alfa Romeo GTA 1600cc Harley Cluxton III 23 1967 Datsun 2000 2000cc Steve Link 25 1964 Lotus Super 7 1500cc Win Seipp 26 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Veloce-1300 Nick Price 28 1964 MGB 1798cc Tom Tuttle 29 1964 Lotus 26R 1598cc John Hugenholtz 36 1965 Alfa Romeo GTA 1600cc Mark Colbert 40 1965 Lotus Cortina 1558cc Mitch McCullough 43 1964 Triumph Spitifre 1147cc Tom Turner 44 1968 Datsun 2000 2000cc Adam Carolla 48 1963 Lotus Super 7 1500cc Bill Hartman 61 1965 Austin Mini Cooper 1275cc Robert Hoemke 63 1963 Elva Courier MK3 1798cc Charles Turvey 65 1965 Lotus 26R 1600cc Victor Avila 66 1965 VW Type 1 1600cc Steven Smith 66 1965 Alfa Romeo Veloce Spyder-1600cc Don Forrester 71 1965 Alfa Romeo GTA 1600cc Jonathan Burke 72 1965 Lotus 26R 1594cc Andre Lara-Resende 76 1963 Rene Bonnet D'jet 1296cc Sharon Wardman 88 1966 BMW 2000CS 2000cc John Murray 97 1962 TVR Grantura III 1800cc Hal Monheim 99 1966 Porsche 911S 1991cc Frank Altamura 118 1964 Elva Courier 1798cc Lon Walters 125 1967 Alfa Romeo GTAm 1998cc Fred Della Noce 148 1966 Alfa Romeo Sprint GT 1579cc George Putnam 177 1966 Morris Mini Cooper S 1275cc Dennis Racine 199 1964 Lotus 26R 1594cc Greg Edenholm 391 1961 Lotus 7 1500cc Herb Wetanson 543 1965 Lotus Cortina 1600cc Roger Andriesse 906 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1600 1600cc Peter Inshaw From refisk at chartermi.net Wed Aug 17 17:43:37 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:43:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <30851146-D09A-4DB9-9181-FBAD7D55B341@chartermi.net> John Deikis and at least two other listers will be vintage racing their Spridgets this weekend at Grattan Raceway near Grand Rapids, MI. I'll be there to keep John's tires pumped up and make sure he wears his helmet. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 17, 2011, at 7:32 PM, wrote: > From > http://www.mazdaraceway.com/pace-car-driver/rolex-monterey-motorsports-reuni > on > > > > Group 7B running this weekend at Laguna Seca (Sunday 21 August 2011) From millerls at ado13.com Wed Aug 17 18:57:47 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:57:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). Larry Miller On Aug 17, 2011, at 4:32 PM, wrote: > http://www.mazdaraceway.com/pace-car-driver/rolex-monterey-motorsports-reuni From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 17 19:49:13 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:49:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special In-Reply-To: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> Message-ID: <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> This is a Volvo??? http://trackthoughts.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/111_M010572.jpg ========================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry & Sandi Miller Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 5:58 PM To: Spridget Subject: Re: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). Larry Miller From millerls at ado13.com Wed Aug 17 20:04:47 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:04:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special In-Reply-To: <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> Message-ID: Yes, Drive train is all Volvo. Larry On Aug 17, 2011, at 6:49 PM, wrote: > This is a Volvo??? > http://trackthoughts.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/111_M010572.jpg > ========================================= > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry & Sandi Miller > Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 5:58 PM > To: Spridget > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend > > I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). > > Larry Miller > _______________________________________________ > > 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/millerls at ado13.com From soavero at yahoo.com Wed Aug 17 20:15:57 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:15:57 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special In-Reply-To: <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> Message-ID: <1313633757.79241.YahooMailNeo@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Looks fantastic! Was all red at Road America when Larry and Warren Pierce were out crewing for Olie. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 8:49 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special This is a Volvo??? http://trackthoughts.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/111_M010572.jpg ========================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Larry & Sandi Miller Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 5:58 PM To: Spridget Subject: Re: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). Larry Miller _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From dwoerpel at wi.net Wed Aug 17 21:25:16 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 22:25:16 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Travel - lots of useless information - some LBC In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <64886.173.157.133.104.1313637916.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Crikey!! Guess I have some catching up to do! Absolutely awesome. Keep it goin'! Dave W. (Using planes trains and automobiles - 50 states and 9 provinces; missed P.E.I. and the 3 territories) > This is particularly for David who happen to ask. > > I started taking vacation trips every year in 1960 and have done so ever > year since except for four, two years in the service and two years we > moved. These have varied in length from 5 days to eight months and, with > one recent exception these have been in the USA and Canada. In recent > years there have been several trips per year of a few months each. The > first trip was in my bugeye (LBC content) with my 15 year old brother. We > went through six western states in eleven days and covered 3,700 miles. I > have now been in all 50 states and six Canadian Provinces. > > So the driving numbers come out like this: > Total miles driven on vacation trips : 238,200 > Total days : 1,606 > > See the USA first - you may never have time for anyplace else. > > 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 millerls at ado13.com Wed Aug 17 21:25:53 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:25:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special In-Reply-To: <1313633757.79241.YahooMailNeo@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> <8D32470DB77240D18CAB996BDD266887@spider> <1313633757.79241.YahooMailNeo@web30502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <2392D515-7302-4F2B-BC3A-E56B59E3E73C@ado13.com> Ron, as always, is correct. Larry On Aug 17, 2011, at 7:15 PM, Ron Soave wrote: > Looks fantastic! Was all red at Road America when Larry and Warren Pierce were > out crewing for Olie. > > > RS > "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the > dog > > > ________________________________ > From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" > > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Sent: Wednesday, August > 17, 2011 8:49 PM > Subject: [Spridgets] Byers Volvo Special > > This is a Volvo??? > http://trackthoughts.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/111_M010572.jpg > ========================================= > -----Original Message----- > From: > spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On > Behalf Of Larry & Sandi Miller > Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 5:58 PM > To: > Spridget > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend > > I will be > there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). > > Larry Miller > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: > http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: > http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/millerls at ado13.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Wed Aug 17 22:50:42 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:50:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> Message-ID: A VOLVO Larry??!! You will be excommunicated!! Cheers!! Jim On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 7:57 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). > > Larry Miller > > On Aug 17, 2011, at 4:32 PM, < > corvallis at peoplepc.com> > wrote: From millerls at ado13.com Wed Aug 17 22:56:33 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:56:33 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: References: <45C0C471-BB3B-4B91-A5D9-B43D45A618E1@ado13.com> Message-ID: <740A7BCF-80DA-4087-AB98-6D43A7485B43@ado13.com> It's ok, I just work on it. Larry On Aug 17, 2011, at 9:50 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > A VOLVO Larry??!! You will be excommunicated!! > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 7:57 PM, Larry & Sandi Miller wrote: > >> I will be there crewing. Pit F19 Byers Volvo Special (Red #111). >> >> Larry Miller >> >> On Aug 17, 2011, at 4:32 PM, < >> corvallis at peoplepc.com> >> wrote: > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/millerls at ado13.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 17 23:28:17 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:28:17 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1747881846.882932.1313645297865.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Volvo? Don't the Chinese own that also now? (Nomex suit 'ON') -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > A VOLVO Larry??!! You will be excommunicated!! From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Aug 18 05:30:01 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2011 04:30:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] racing content ...this weekend In-Reply-To: <1747881846.882932.1313645297865.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1747881846.882932.1313645297865.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: And from Laguna Seca we hear ... "I was running down a series 1 XKE today. I am sure they were pissed!" Steven Smith, owner of the 1966 VW ==================================== From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Thu Aug 18 07:42:19 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:42:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay In-Reply-To: References: <1311649951.76819.YahooMailNeo@web180409.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> <000001cc5c15$09dcddc0$1d969940$@net> Message-ID: To hide the serious problems that a focused camera might show... Lester On Aug 17, 2011, at 3:00 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Hey Sprideteers, I'm back from my NM/CA trip and looking to catching up with > mail. > > OMG I think his camera has poor eyesight......LOL. Why would anyone who > wants to make a sale post crappy photos like that? > > Lin > > On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 10:09 AM, Heard Saxon wrote: > >> God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this >> person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? >> >> On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: >> >>> >>> >> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&vi ewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 >>> **** >>> >>> ** ** >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Cheers!! >>> Jim Johnson >>> Sprite-Midget Club USA >>> High Plains Youth Hockey >>> Dodge City Trail of Fame >>> Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology >>> Yup. I stay plenty busy!! >>> bmwwxman at gmail.com >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >>> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >>> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >>> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >>> Unsubscribe/Manage: >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/heard at datatrontech.net >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> Heard Saxon >> Datatron Technical Services, Inc. >> 888-362-3977 >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From CAWS52803 at aol.com Thu Aug 18 09:38:53 2011 From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:38:53 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye parts available Message-ID: I am parting with my collection of Bugeye parts. Seems that I haven't needed them in the past 20 years and would like them to go to a good home and not the recycling bin. Let me know if you are interested and I'll send you a detailed list via email. Thanks, Rudy Streng Lenoir, NC From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 01:30:23 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 03:30:23 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay Message-ID: <8d7.6c03fd9.3b7f6b0f@aol.com> Photos taken on a mobile phone??? n a message dated 16/08/2011 18:16:53 GMT Daylight Time, heard at datatrontech.net writes: God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 > **** From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 19 05:57:36 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:57:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Laguna Seca racing Class 7B Message-ID: http://tinyurl.com/3l2bady From lmacy at mac.com Fri Aug 19 07:36:08 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:36:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay In-Reply-To: <8d7.6c03fd9.3b7f6b0f@aol.com> References: <8d7.6c03fd9.3b7f6b0f@aol.com> Message-ID: <2580146D-02FE-4ECE-BD58-58DC6AD2D063@mac.com> I doubt it. My mobile phone is better than that, and I think most american phones are as well. Unless they get pocket sludge on the lens. I guess English phones get more pocket sludge on them than american phones ;-0 Larry On Aug 19, 2011, at 03:30 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > Photos taken on a mobile phone??? > > n a message dated 16/08/2011 18:16:53 GMT Daylight Time, > heard at datatrontech.net writes: > > God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this > person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? > > On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > >> >> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 >> **** > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry Macy 78 Midget Keep your top down and your chin up. Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. lmacy at phillymgclub.com Board Member at Large Philadelphia MG Club One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked car. From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 09:38:47 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:38:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT Message-ID: List, I just got back from my western trip and off to MI, here is a list of lost stuff from my trip. omen that my trips should be in the garage working on Sprites ; ) A my Sprite's need me, Lin Shit lost 8-11-11 Hat Ipod touch & Griffin case Pigtail wire for headphones HTC phone car charger HTC dash clamp HTC spare wire & charger-FOUND From lbc77mg at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 09:50:50 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:50:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras Message-ID: Larry, I don't think there are any American phones. Most come from the Big C. My cell phone camera sucks, but I didn't buy it for that. It's a telephone!!! 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, Aug 19, 2011 at 9:36 AM, Macy Larry wrote: > I doubt it. My mobile phone is better than that, and I think most american > phones are as well. Unless they get pocket sludge on the lens. I guess > English phones get more pocket sludge on them than american phones ;-0 > > Larry > > On Aug 19, 2011, at 03:30 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > > > Photos taken on a mobile phone??? > > > > n a message dated 16/08/2011 18:16:53 GMT Daylight Time, > > heard at datatrontech.net writes: > > > > God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this > > person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? > > > > On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson > wrote: > > > >> > >> > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 > >> **** > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > > > > -- > > Larry Macy > 78 Midget > > Keep your top down and your chin up. > > Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. > lmacy at phillymgclub.com > Board Member at Large > Philadelphia MG Club > > One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked > car. > _______________________________________________ From thcollin at mtu.edu Fri Aug 19 09:49:48 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:49:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9dm03d$cpqlee@email.mtu.edu> Linda, When you get to Michigan, please spend lots and lots of money. We need it badly! ps Pack your gun and lots of ammo. Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From an5.sprite at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 09:51:44 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:51:44 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT Message-ID: Must have been a good trip. It would take me 2 trips to misplace all that!!! Steve ------Original Message------ From: Linda Grunthaner Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT Sent: Aug 19, 2011 11:38 AM List, I just got back from my western trip and off to MI, here is a list of lost stuff from my trip. omen that my trips should be in the garage working on Sprites ; ) A my Sprite's need me, Lin Shit lost 8-11-11 Hat Ipod touch & Griffin case Pigtail wire for headphones HTC phone car charger HTC dash clamp HTC spare wire & charger-FOUND 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. From lmacy at mac.com Fri Aug 19 10:18:32 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:18:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <83E33C98-8D1B-4C7E-BE8B-6513AD5B1A42@mac.com> DON'T TELL ANYONE!!!! Sheesh!! Next thing you know, they'll be expecting a call!! On Aug 19, 2011, at 11:50 AM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Larry, I don't think there are any American phones. Most come from the Big > C. > > My cell phone camera sucks, but I didn't buy it for that. It's a > telephone!!! > > 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, Aug 19, 2011 at 9:36 AM, Macy Larry wrote: > >> I doubt it. My mobile phone is better than that, and I think most american >> phones are as well. Unless they get pocket sludge on the lens. I guess >> English phones get more pocket sludge on them than american phones ;-0 >> >> Larry >> >> On Aug 19, 2011, at 03:30 AM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: >> >>> Photos taken on a mobile phone??? >>> >>> n a message dated 16/08/2011 18:16:53 GMT Daylight Time, >>> heard at datatrontech.net writes: >>> >>> God, I hate it when people put up pics like that. Do you suppose this >>> person has poor eyesight and these pics look good to them? >>> >>> On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Jim Johnson >> wrote: >>> >>>> >>>> >>> >> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300588742891&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 >>>> **** >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> 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/lmacy at mac.com >>> >> >> -- >> >> Larry Macy >> 78 Midget >> >> Keep your top down and your chin up. >> >> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. >> lmacy at phillymgclub.com >> Board Member at Large >> Philadelphia MG Club >> >> One of these days, you'll look back on all this, and plow into a parked >> car. >> _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. macy at upenn.edu Senior IT Program Director Neuropsychiatry Section Department of Psychiatry Perelman School of Medicine 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 khargreaves2 at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 10:26:50 2011 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:26:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Volt. . .Coal Burning Message-ID: Interesting. . . . "A coal car?" About 20% into the video to hear Marc Morano: http://www.cfact.org/a/2009/Morano-unplugs-Chevy-Volt-myths-on-Fox-News?utm_source=CFACT+Updates&utm_campaign=783c8f033d-Morano_busts_myths_on_air8_19_2011&utm_medium=email (Sent to me by "The Capt") Kirk From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 10:48:17 2011 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel Message-ID: Mark, Very interesting. I still remember a shop teacher I had in Jr. high. We would make large chisels and then heat them up in a big oven to be quickly quenched in a vat of water. Then the teacher would put the chisel in a vice and try to crack it. Whenever one would crack he would get this sly smile across this face enjoying the fact that he was able to crack yet another students chisel. I only knew the basics of this process until your email to the list. Thanks for sharing. Kirk From lbc77mg at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 10:55:00 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:55:00 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Volt. . .Coal Burning (very little LBC) Message-ID: Y'know, it's a shame that the media portrays the Volt as a plug-in electric car. That implies a very limited range before you have to charge it again. The Volt has a small gas engine that charges the battery if you go beyond the electric only range. You plug it in overnight, but if you want to go on vacation (which you can't do in a plug-in) you just fill up the tank every hundred miles or so. It works out to 40 mpg, which is about as good as a gas-only econobox with a hi-mileing driver. Just for fun, I checked Chevy dealer inventory within 100 miles of Philadelphia. That encompasses a LOT of Chebbie dealers. The main Chevy web site says that Volts start at just $32K. Well, there are a total of NINE volts within 100 miles of me, and ALL of them are over $43K. That $32K price includes the gov'mnt's $7500 rebate, which you may not qualify for. Maybe GM should rethink their coal car marketing plan. The fact is, no matter how bad the economy gets, people are not going to waste money on a hybrid when they can get a classic Spridget (or a brand new cheepy econobox) for under $20K and get the same mpg. I think Toyota did a better job marketing the Prius. I think I'll write to Obama. 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, Aug 19, 2011 at 12:26 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > Interesting. . . . "A coal car?" > > About 20% into the video to hear Marc Morano: > > > http://www.cfact.org/a/2009/Morano-unplugs-Chevy-Volt-myths-on-Fox-News?utm_source=CFACT+Updates&utm_campaign=783c8f033d-Morano_busts_myths_on_air8_19_2011&utm_medium=email > > (Sent to me by "The Capt") > > Kirk > _______________________________________________ From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Fri Aug 19 10:58:27 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:58:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Volt. . .Coal Burning (very little LBC) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E4E9633.1050404@croakingfrog.net> Can a Chevy Volt be driven in the rain? Juzz azzking. :+) Chapster ******* On 8/19/2011 12:55 PM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Y'know, it's a shame that the media portrays the Volt as a plug-in electric > car. That implies a very limited range before you have to charge it again. > > > The Volt has a small gas engine that charges the battery if you go beyond > the electric only range. You plug it in overnight, but if you want to go on > vacation (which you can't do in a plug-in) you just fill up the tank every > hundred miles or so. It works out to 40 mpg, which is about as good as a > gas-only econobox with a hi-mileing driver. > > Just for fun, I checked Chevy dealer inventory within 100 miles of > Philadelphia. That encompasses a LOT of Chebbie dealers. The main Chevy > web site says that Volts start at just $32K. Well, there are a total of > NINE volts within 100 miles of me, and ALL of them are over $43K. That $32K > price includes the gov'mnt's $7500 rebate, which you may not qualify for. > > Maybe GM should rethink their coal car marketing plan. The fact is, no > matter how bad the economy gets, people are not going to waste money on a > hybrid when they can get a classic Spridget (or a brand new cheepy econobox) > for under $20K and get the same mpg. I think Toyota did a better job > marketing the Prius. > I think I'll write to Obama. > > 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, Aug 19, 2011 at 12:26 PM, Kirk Hargreaves wrote: > >> Interesting. . . . "A coal car?" >> >> About 20% into the video to hear Marc Morano: >> >> >> http://www.cfact.org/a/2009/Morano-unplugs-Chevy-Volt-myths-on-Fox-News?utm_source=CFACT+Updates&utm_campaign=783c8f033d-Morano_busts_myths_on_air8_19_2011&utm_medium=email >> >> (Sent to me by "The Capt") >> >> Kirk >> _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From peter at nosimport.com Fri Aug 19 11:51:39 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:51:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... Message-ID: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> ... for I have sinned. I went to Horrible Freight for the first time. Bought a vibrator.... .............parts tumbler. Made you-know-where. 30 minutes in, and it's still working. Maybe I got a defect. Hail Donald Hail Donald Hail Donald From andrewpayne at intrex.net Fri Aug 19 12:02:19 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:02:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <000c01cc5e9a$238f9a50$6aaecef0$@intrex.net> Welcome to the Dark Side. Drew -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Peter Caldwell Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 1:52 PM To: Spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... ... for I have sinned. I went to Horrible Freight for the first time. Bought a vibrator.... .............parts tumbler. Made you-know-where. 30 minutes in, and it's still working. Maybe I got a defect. Hail Donald Hail Donald Hail Donald 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/andrewpayne at intrex.net From pdx.pete at frontier.com Fri Aug 19 12:06:17 2011 From: pdx.pete at frontier.com (Peter Shull) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:06:17 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1193411106.945642.1313777177351.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Somewhere in Heaven, most likely over in the automotive section, Frank's is probably biting his tongue or muttering through clenched so as not to offend his neighbors by saying what he REALLY wanted to. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Caldwell" Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... ... for I have sinned. I went to Horrible Freight for the first time. Bought a vibrator.... .............parts tumbler. Made you-know-where. 30 minutes in, and it's still working. Maybe I got a defect. Hail Donald Hail Donald Hail Donald From haynes386 at netzero.net Fri Aug 19 12:31:39 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:31:39 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel Message-ID: <20110819.123139.20746.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> Kirk- this is only the 'tip of the iceberg' as it were. I spent a couple of months working with a local blacksmith who also happens to be a three time world hand drilling champion trying to help him perfect his hardening and annealing process for his hand drills. Unfortunately the steel that he bought turned out to be CHINESE! When I heard that, all I could think of was that Frank would have been as pissed off as my friend was. The d*** stuff had sulfur inclusions all through it, so it didn't matter how well you did your hardening and annealing, there were always flaws not of your making. He bought the crap from a US company purporting to be a custom foundry-in the US- Personally I would've taken them to task on it, but that's me. Metallurgy was my grandfather's trade, funny how things kind of come back around. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 Please note: message attached From: Kirk Hargreaves To: haynes386 at netzero.net Cc: Spridgets Subject: Hardening of Steel Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e4eac678a93b82ad14st05duc Return-Path: Received: from mx13.vgs.untd.com (mx13.vgs.untd.com [10.181.44.43]) by maildeliver08.dca.untd.com with SMTP id AABHE7E8UAE6WPQ2 for (sender ); Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:18 -0700 (PDT) Authentication-Results: mx13.vgs.untd.com; DKIM=PASS Received-SPF: Pass Received: from mail-yx0-f175.google.com (mail-yx0-f175.google.com [209.85.213.175]) by mx13.vgs.untd.com with SMTP id AABHE7E8TAXL7NVA for (sender ); Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 (PDT) Received: by mail-yx0-f175.google.com with SMTP id 11so257691yxl.6 for ; Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 (PDT) DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=gamma; h=mime-version:date:message-id:subject:from:to:cc:content-type; bh=iMhMGbB8F275JBNlzgjasCbCRGd7MPb5ZC9zgxZsGzg=; b=I3Zxr3fXv/b7+IkRlrukoogAElWdevhm6hCWUQ+lP7y3ywhaAIhFYyBqoXMOclVgY9 GiZNBIX4+t7s80I91+8NM4oymPsUjeS8W5N7EWZ/OS4IWbbPzDsfG+gxtPmulhNc92rY /HZ8bmK7p8fqvaoTD6cLEBQLEOnd0eKo2RTTs= MIME-Version: 1.0 Received: by 10.100.59.3 with SMTP id h3mr2532214ana.77.1313772497394; Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 (PDT) Received: by 10.100.139.3 with HTTP; Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 (PDT) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:48:17 -0700 Message-ID: Subject: Hardening of Steel From: Kirk Hargreaves To: haynes386 at netzero.net Cc: Spridgets Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" X-UNTD-BodySize: 1279 X-UNTD-SPF: Pass X-UNTD-DKIM: PASS X-ContentStamp: 1:1:3991098451 X-UNTD-Peer-Info: 209.85.213.175|mail-yx0-f175.google.com|mail-yx0-f175.google.com|khargreaves2 at gmail.com X-Converted-To-Plain-Text: from multipart/alternative by demime 1.01d X-Converted-To-Plain-Text: Alternative section used was text/plain Mark, Very interesting. I still remember a shop teacher I had in Jr. high. We would make large chisels and then heat them up in a big oven to be quickly quenched in a vat of water. Then the teacher would put the chisel in a vice and try to crack it. Whenever one would crack he would get this sly smile across this face enjoying the fact that he was able to crack yet another students chisel. I only knew the basics of this process until your email to the list. Thanks for sharing. Kirk From lists at dinospider.com Fri Aug 19 12:44:21 2011 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:44:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel In-Reply-To: <20110819.123139.20746.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> References: <20110819.123139.20746.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <4E4EAF05.3010504@dinospider.com> World hand drilling champion...say what ? you are kidding right, there really is no such thing ! I think I just heard it all, nothing left to hear in this life... mike On 08/19/2011 11:31 AM, Mark Haynes wrote: > Kirk- this is only the 'tip of the iceberg' as it were. I spent a couple of > months working with a local blacksmith who also happens to be a three time > world hand drilling champion trying to help him perfect his hardening and From bmwwxman at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 12:46:03 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:46:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 12:51 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > > Bought a vibrator.... > Have fun with it... -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 19 12:55:36 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:55:36 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <1193411106.945642.1313777177351.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.fro ntiernet.net> References: <1193411106.945642.1313777177351.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <58297.216.56.10.146.1313780136.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Or....taking aim with the Celestial Nail Gun! I'm taking cover...he never could aim...there are all sorts of lines I could insert here but shall refrain from fear of retribution from above. :-) Dave W. > Somewhere in Heaven, most likely over in the automotive section, Frank's > is probably biting his tongue or muttering through clenched so as not to > offend his neighbors by saying what he REALLY wanted to. > > Pete > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Peter Caldwell" > Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... > > ... for I have sinned. > > I went to Horrible Freight for the first time. > > Bought a vibrator.... > > .............parts tumbler. > > Made you-know-where. > > 30 minutes in, and it's still working. Maybe I got a defect. > > Hail Donald > Hail Donald > Hail Donald From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 13:05:20 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:05:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108191051395.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: It is the same stuff they used to sell as "Buffalo" brand, among other names. SSDD Same Stuff Different Decade. I see HF stuff as a kit. I buy stuff there all the time. It amazes me that they can sell things like hydraulic presses for less than I can buy the steel for to make a similar machine. When you need a new or better parts tumbler, try Midway or some other shooting supply house. Reloaders use tumblers to clean brass. From lmacy at mac.com Fri Aug 19 13:17:48 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:17:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <58297.216.56.10.146.1313780136.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <1193411106.945642.1313777177351.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <58297.216.56.10.146.1313780136.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <339D7A17-206B-4883-BC1D-B9E6E0D01CE1@mac.com> Sure he could aim. He got his leg dead center! Larry On Aug 19, 2011, at 14:55 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > Or....taking aim with the Celestial Nail Gun! > > I'm taking cover...he never could aim...there are all sorts of lines I > could insert here but shall refrain from fear of retribution from above. > :-) > Dave W. > > >> Somewhere in Heaven, most likely over in the automotive section, Frank's >> is probably biting his tongue or muttering through clenched so as not to >> offend his neighbors by saying what he REALLY wanted to. >> >> Pete >> >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "Peter Caldwell" >> Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... >> >> ... for I have sinned. >> >> I went to Horrible Freight for the first time. >> >> Bought a vibrator.... >> >> .............parts tumbler. >> >> Made you-know-where. >> >> 30 minutes in, and it's still working. Maybe I got a defect. >> >> Hail Donald >> Hail Donald >> Hail Donald > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. macy at upenn.edu Senior IT Program Director Neuropsychiatry Section Department of Psychiatry Perelman School of Medicine 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 WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 13:36:16 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:36:16 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Wellington Kansas Bugeye on ebay Message-ID: <41c72.7ecc1aca.3b801530@aol.com> Current phone is, couple of phones back maybe not. Figure in a shaky hand? Voila a rubbish and blurred photo. In a message dated 19/08/2011 14:37:39 GMT Daylight Time, lmacy at mac.com writes: I doubt it. My mobile phone is better than that, and I think most american phones are as well. Unless they get pocket sludge on the lens. I guess English phones get more pocket sludge on them than american phones ;-0 Larry From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 13:37:34 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:37:34 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras Message-ID: <41d59.4fb836f6.3b80157e@aol.com> My last Nokia (a Finnish company) was made in Hungary (a country in Europe). Not sure if the current Nokia was made in China or not. In a message dated 19/08/2011 16:51:56 GMT Daylight Time, lbc77mg at gmail.com writes: Larry, I don't think there are any American phones. Most come from the Big C. My cell phone camera sucks, but I didn't buy it for that. It's a telephone!!! Allen Hefner Norristown, PA From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 13:39:49 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:39:49 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras Message-ID: <41edd.379af14c.3b801605@aol.com> I bought my phone as a digital camera than can play music and store lots of digital stufft. I get text messages on it but I don't think I've had a phone call on it yet. Had a couple of phone calls on the previous digital camera that played music. Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 19/08/2011 16:51:56 GMT Daylight Time, lbc77mg at gmail.com writes: My cell phone camera sucks, but I didn't buy it for that. It's a telephone!!! From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 13:42:24 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:42:24 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel Message-ID: <420d2.6a24d9c1.3b8016a0@aol.com> We would play with the case hardening blow torch and try to set the oil vat used for oil blacking alight. I never made it to engineer.... Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 19/08/2011 17:52:17 GMT Daylight Time, khargreaves2 at gmail.com writes: We would make large chisels and then heat them up in a big oven to be quickly quenched in a vat of water. From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Fri Aug 19 13:48:42 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:48:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <41edd.379af14c.3b801605@aol.com> Message-ID: <20110819194843.6WW3I.194425.root@cdptpa-web26-z01> I don't like talking on the phone so I don't care if anybody ever calls my cell phone or not. I'll use it to make calls when I need to, which isn't very often. I'm also a camera snob but I have to admit that my iphone 4 camera is really pretty good. Under good lighting conditions it does well, and photos from it make pretty good 4"x6" prints. About 3 years ago I bought a small Canon digital that I could carry with me everywhere in my briefcase. It does a good job but also requires good lighting conditions, but for casual uses the iphone is about equal to it. A good digital camera will still beam them under good lighting conditions, and will get good photos under poor lighting conditions where a cellphone camera or a small digital would get nothing. I don't do music or text messages on my phone, but I think I have received a couple of text messages. > I bought my phone as a digital camera than can play music and store lots of > digital stufft. I get text messages on it but I don't think I've had a > phone call on it yet. Had a couple of phone calls on the previous digital > camera that played music. From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 19 13:59:49 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:59:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E4EC0B5.4020700@justbrits.com> << It's a telephone!!! >> Sorry Allen, no it's NOT ! ! ! It IS a Full Duplex Two-way Radio. Simple as dat ! Ed From lbc77mg at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 14:03:42 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:03:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <4E4EC0B5.4020700@justbrits.com> References: <4E4EC0B5.4020700@justbrits.com> Message-ID: I stand corrected. Well, actually, I sit corrected, since I am sitting at the moment. (Waiting for a call on the radio.) 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, Aug 19, 2011 at 3:59 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << It's a telephone!!! >> > > Sorry Allen, no it's NOT ! ! ! > > It IS a Full Duplex Two-way Radio. Simple as dat ! > > Ed From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 14:36:42 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:36:42 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras Message-ID: <223dd.6f906758.3b80235a@aol.com> My digital camera is a Nokia N8. It has a slightly wider lens than the kid's digital Canon I no longer need to borrow. It struggles with the staff the kid's Canon did which is why I have a wet film camera and a few lenses. I'd like to buy an OM3Ti or an OM4Ti but both are currently out of my price range. I also like the calculator on the N8 but use it less after I discovered my PC had one (duh). Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 19/08/2011 20:52:26 GMT Daylight Time, bjshov8 at tx.rr.com writes: I'm also a camera snob but I have to admit that my iphone 4 camera is really pretty good. Under good lighting conditions it does well, and photos from it make pretty good 4"x6" prints. About 3 years ago I bought a small Canon digital that I could carry with me everywhere in my briefcase. It does a good job but also requires good lighting conditions, but for casual uses the iphone is about equal to it. A good digital camera will still beam them under good lighting conditions, and will get good photos under poor lighting conditions where a cellphone camera or a small digital would get nothing. From andrewpayne at intrex.net Fri Aug 19 14:56:32 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:56:32 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <223dd.6f906758.3b80235a@aol.com> References: <223dd.6f906758.3b80235a@aol.com> Message-ID: <1844864028-1313787393-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1695384056-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> I love the old OM system. The OM 4/4t can be had quite cheap on ebay and at keh.com. Not as good, but I've seen them for a under $200 in good, usable condition. Drew Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -----Original Message----- From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:36:42 To: ; Subject: Re: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras My digital camera is a Nokia N8. It has a slightly wider lens than the kid's digital Canon I no longer need to borrow. It struggles with the staff the kid's Canon did which is why I have a wet film camera and a few lenses. I'd like to buy an OM3Ti or an OM4Ti but both are currently out of my price range. I also like the calculator on the N8 but use it less after I discovered my PC had one (duh). Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 19/08/2011 20:52:26 GMT Daylight Time, bjshov8 at tx.rr.com writes: I'm also a camera snob but I have to admit that my iphone 4 camera is really pretty good. Under good lighting conditions it does well, and photos from it make pretty good 4"x6" prints. About 3 years ago I bought a small Canon digital that I could carry with me everywhere in my briefcase. It does a good job but also requires good lighting conditions, but for casual uses the iphone is about equal to it. A good digital camera will still beam them under good lighting conditions, and will get good photos under poor lighting conditions where a cellphone camera or a small digital would get nothing. _______________________________________________ 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/andrewpayne at intrex.net From kk7ss at frontier.com Fri Aug 19 16:14:38 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:14:38 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <1844864028-1313787393-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1695384056-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <1129531159.905151.1313792078398.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I love my Olympus OM2D system. But there is no more Kodachrome :-( -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From Miniac7 at aol.com Fri Aug 19 16:41:42 2011 From: Miniac7 at aol.com (Miniac7 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:41:42 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50 DVD Has Arrived Message-ID: <172f6.4748280e.3b8040a6@aol.com> I just got back from Midget 50 ("virtual style"). The DVD came in the mail today from John Seaman, and man is it a nice production. Sadly I wasn't able to attend the "actual" event, and certainly this is no substitute, but it's running a very close second. I've only watched about half so far, and can't wait to finish the remainder, later this evening or over the weekend. Great work guys! Thank you to all the organizers and planners who made the event possible and such a resounding success, and thanks also to those who created the DVD in order us who were not fortunate enough to attend, to be able enjoy the sights and sounds of the event for years to come. Howard Collins Virginia Beach, VA. '60 AH Bugeye Sprite '68 Austin Mini From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 18:05:53 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:05:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NO LBC - 'brain-eating amoeba' and neti pots Message-ID: Since it was on this list that I first of heard about using a neti pot to alleviate some sinus troubles I thought it appropriate to relay this info back here. 'Brain-eating amoeba' kills third person http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44171292/ns/health-infectious_diseases/t/brain-eating-amoeba-kills-third-person/ OR http://goo.gl/dIq8y From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 19 21:35:03 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:35:03 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Frank forgive me.... In-Reply-To: <339D7A17-206B-4883-BC1D-B9E6E0D01CE1@mac.com> References: <1193411106.945642.1313777177351.JavaMail.root@cl03-host01.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <58297.216.56.10.146.1313780136.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <339D7A17-206B-4883-BC1D-B9E6E0D01CE1@mac.com> Message-ID: <65390.173.159.41.126.1313811303.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Now how did I know That would come up? Well said Larry. :-) Dave W. > Sure he could aim. He got his leg dead center! > > Larry > > On Aug 19, 2011, at 14:55 PM, dwoerpel at wi.net wrote: > >> Or....taking aim with the Celestial Nail Gun! >> >> I'm taking cover...he never could aim...there are all sorts of lines I >> could insert here but shall refrain from fear of retribution from above. >> :-) >> Dave W. From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Fri Aug 19 21:37:53 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:37:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel In-Reply-To: <4E4EAF05.3010504@dinospider.com> References: <20110819.123139.20746.0@webmail08.dca.untd.com> <4E4EAF05.3010504@dinospider.com> Message-ID: On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 2:44 PM, Mike Rambour wrote: World hand drilling champion...say what ? you are kidding right, there really is no such thing ! I think I just heard it all, nothing left to hear in this life... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Have you ever seen the lumberjack contests where those guys use Harley powered chainsaws to cut through 3 foot logs? Now that's hearing something! Instead of the ring ding ding, you hear the thunder of a Hog... -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From dwoerpel at wi.net Fri Aug 19 22:02:33 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:02:33 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Midget 50 DVD Has Arrived In-Reply-To: <172f6.4748280e.3b8040a6@aol.com> References: <172f6.4748280e.3b8040a6@aol.com> Message-ID: <65534.173.159.41.126.1313812953.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Thanks Howard, for the critique. Glad you are enjoying it! I passed along your email to John. We all had a great time with the event. You missed the balmy 95*+ weather but we managed to have fun with the cars and meeting and carousing with old friends and new. I don't think this will make the yahoo group so someone can pass it along. The DVD can be had through John Seaman, whose info is on the Sprite-Midget Club web site: http://www.sprite-midgetclub.org/ He's working on another that I'll be proofing soon. Dave W. > I just got back from Midget 50 ("virtual style"). > > The DVD came in the mail today from John Seaman, and man is it a nice > production. Sadly I wasn't able to attend the "actual" event, and > certainly this > is no substitute, but it's running a very close second. I've only watched > about half so far, and can't wait to finish the remainder, later this > evening or over the weekend. Great work guys! > > Thank you to all the organizers and planners who made the event possible > and such a resounding success, and thanks also to those who created the > DVD > in order us who were not fortunate enough to attend, to be able enjoy the > sights and sounds of the event for years to come. > > Howard Collins > Virginia Beach, VA. > '60 AH Bugeye Sprite > '68 Austin Mini > _______________________________________________ > > 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/dwoerpel at wi.net From jessmd1 at comcast.net Fri Aug 19 22:03:27 2011 From: jessmd1 at comcast.net (Jess Power) Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:03:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I am placing a new steering rack on a 1959 bugeye and am converting the front brakes to disc.I noticed the the ends of the steering rack have long threaded pieces to screw the tie rods on.Is there a trick to adjusting the tie rods? From dlh2001 at comcast.net Fri Aug 19 22:13:01 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 00:13:01 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Usually you would mark the position of where the old tie rod ends were. I've got about 6 threads exposed with the tie rod ends (and locking nuts) installed. That should get you into the ball park. Other than that you might want to take it somewhere to get a front end alignment -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 12:03 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods I am placing a new steering rack on a 1959 bugeye and am converting the front brakes to disc.I noticed the the ends of the steering rack have long threaded pieces to screw the tie rods on.Is there a trick to adjusting the tie rods? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sat Aug 20 05:42:28 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:42:28 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: There is a stock measurement given in the Buckley's for your vehicle. This is center-to-center across the top of the steering rack between the two ball joints. ...bill in corvallis =========================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jess Power Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 9:03 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods I am placing a new steering rack on a 1959 bugeye and am converting the front brakes to disc.I noticed the the ends of the steering rack have long threaded pieces to screw the tie rods on.Is there a trick to adjusting the tie rods? Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From CAWS52803 at aol.com Sat Aug 20 06:43:08 2011 From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 08:43:08 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Concours part available Message-ID: <45fa.45aa20cb.3b8105dc@aol.com> Hi again, In going thru my collection of Bugeye parts that I have listed a few days ago, I came across a rare find! A pair of side door pocket covers. In their original NOS paper wrappings. Both are perfect and Cherry red. Extremely rare and a must for anyone doing their car to Concours standards. Let me know if you're interested. Rudy Streng Lenoir, NC From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sat Aug 20 06:55:07 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 07:55:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Concours part available In-Reply-To: <45fa.45aa20cb.3b8105dc@aol.com> References: <45fa.45aa20cb.3b8105dc@aol.com> Message-ID: I have a cherry red 60 Bugeye. But with my intent to leave the 1275 under the bonnet, install my 5 speed with Morrisservice kit, add the header, DCOE40 on a Canon intake, upgrade to disc brakes, and upgrade the rear brake plates, I think that the NOS panels will lose value going into this car LOL On Sat, Aug 20, 2011 at 7:43 AM, wrote: > Hi again, > In going thru my collection of Bugeye parts that I have listed a few days > ago, I came across a rare find! > A pair of side door pocket covers. In their original NOS paper wrappings. > Both are perfect and Cherry red. Extremely rare and a must for anyone > doing their car to Concours standards. > Let me know if you're interested. > > Rudy Streng > Lenoir, NC > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sat Aug 20 10:40:19 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 09:40:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] tie rods In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Harbor freight sells this gauge for $12.99 and it works. For some reason, it's one of those items they don't list online, so you'll have to go the the local HF store. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/472256-dracos-13- harbor-freight-toe-gauge-thumbs-up.html From kmappley at gmail.com Sat Aug 20 14:54:47 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:54:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re tie rods........ Message-ID: I use a pair of 1 by 4's eight feet long and sitting on cinder blocks. Measure directly in front of the car then at the ends of the boards. Flip them and measure again then average the measurements to compensate for any warpage in the boards. Don't have to get under and it works plus I have the boards on hand anyway. Kurt. From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Aug 20 14:55:00 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 16:55:00 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hardening of Steel Message-ID: <70f2c.648a2e8c.3b817924@aol.com> Nope, but seen clips of what looked like a chebby v8. In a message dated 20/08/2011 04:38:23 GMT Daylight Time, cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com writes: Have you ever seen the lumberjack contests where those guys use Harley powered chainsaws to cut through 3 foot logs? Now that's hearing something! Instead of the ring ding ding, you hear the thunder of a Hog... From khargreaves2 at gmail.com Sat Aug 20 16:49:56 2011 From: khargreaves2 at gmail.com (Kirk Hargreaves) Date: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:49:56 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Alignment Tool Message-ID: I made one out of laminated wood (from some laminated wood scrap that I had) for the length and adjustable end. It really set my wheels up nicely as it rests on the frame where the frame extends out (easy to use). . but I am guessing after looking at this one that my toe in toe out is probably off a bit. Thanks for sharing. . . I am going grab one of these for a better adjustment next time I am headed to HF. Kirk From kk7ss at frontier.com Sat Aug 20 23:14:39 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 05:14:39 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? Message-ID: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Boy!, it's quiet out there! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 21 06:14:16 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 05:14:16 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <4978910425AA447BB4610C7E5F169E14@spider> I am getting my 1979 MG Midget ready to sell; Corvallis, Oregon. Then rescued a friend whose 1949 Dodge truck (B-4) suffered fuel pump problems. Several trips to the truck, then towed it home and ordered a pump at NAPA. Pumps are new now; probably coming out of China. 92 degrees out. ...bill in corvallis ========================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 10:15 PM To: spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? Boy!, it's quiet out there! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 21 07:04:36 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 09:04:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <4978910425AA447BB4610C7E5F169E14@spider> References: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <4978910425AA447BB4610C7E5F169E14@spider> Message-ID: Friday I drove to Grattan Raceway to crew for John Deikis. At the end of the second practice session he came in with the car running on two cylinders. A quick check found the spring that holds the choke lever up had come loose on the front carb. Front two cylinders running really rich. We fixed that and he fired it up. Still running on two cylinders. So I said pull the plugs John. Front two very black as expected. Number three looked great. Number four looked good, but coolant was running out of the plug hole. Crap - a blown head gasket. We pulled the head and found the head gasket appeared to have been damaged before assembly - part of the ring around the cylinder was crushed like something had been dropped on the gasket. And this was a "professionally" built engine put together by a supposed expert. Worse yet we discovered the number four piston was damaged. You can take a light and shine it down the bore and see the top of the upper ring on the backside of the piston. So we loaded it up and went home. Race weekend over. Saturday I went and played with my Ultralight. :-) Rick Sent from my iPad > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS > Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 10:15 PM > To: spridgets_autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? > > Boy!, it's quiet out there! > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA From kk7ss at frontier.com Sun Aug 21 08:34:50 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:34:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <694461035.917379.1313937258341.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1501302006.917390.1313937290793.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> lemmesee... Helped the boy resolve a minor issue with the Midget. He has this love affair with Iridium plugs and Synthetic oils. Got the Sprite engine to run for about 2-3 minutes --darn Ethanol!. Working (by hand) with rubbing compound on the Minor, one small area at a time, trying to get under much paint oxidisation... the bits that I've done look a tad better but I know there's gonna be a paint job in the future :-( Not easy with COPD - but I look on it as exercise.. I'll be fixing the Morris rear brakes as soon as the weather cools down to around 80F It's heading towards 102F today and close to 100F for the rest of the week... Summer's here!! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > 92 degrees out. From shop at justbrits.com Sun Aug 21 09:20:59 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 10:20:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <1501302006.917390.1313937290793.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1501302006.917390.1313937290793.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <4E51225B.6010809@justbrits.com> << He has this love affair with Iridium plugs and Synthetic oils. >> First person I've heard of with a "I hate money." Syndrome, Dave ! ! LOL, just "had"to ! From kk7ss at frontier.com Sun Aug 21 09:30:33 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:30:33 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <335430145.917798.1313940434043.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1443108776.917810.1313940633552.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I keep telling him, if it ain't broke - don't fix it! And he tells me he wants only the best for his cars I tell him that I've used Castrol GTX and Champions (or NGKs')for over 50 years with no problems - but he firmly believes that "the latest is the greatest!" Such is Youth :-) I'm sorta glad he's taking such good care of my car... But I'm just afraid he'll kill it with kindness -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Shop at \" Just Brits \"" wrote: > << He has this love affair with Iridium plugs and Synthetic oils. >> > > First person I've heard of with a "I hate money." Syndrome, Dave ! ! > LOL, just "had"to ! From mdrowe at optonline.net Sun Aug 21 11:23:59 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:23:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: > Boy!, it's quiet out there! It is too hot for cats to be out, so there are no dead one one the road. Michael Rowe From thcollin at mtu.edu Sun Aug 21 12:17:27 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:17:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan Message-ID: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> People in Michigan are cruising. Woodward Dream Cruise and Back to the Bricks in Flint. Here's an album from the Woodward Dream Cruise. Picture 74 out of 145 is a nice Sprite. Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? Don't know the owner. https://picasaweb.google.com/102422828911905928091/Woodward2011Evening# What Rick Fisk doesn't tell you about Saturday is the storms. Thousands of customers were without electricity, trees were blown down, roads were flooded, etc. - and he was playing with his ultralight!! Rick's the man!!! Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From rbc_48183 at yahoo.com Sun Aug 21 12:39:21 2011 From: rbc_48183 at yahoo.com (roger cotting) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:39:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <1313951961.41054.YahooMailNeo@web111208.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> The Sprite is owned by Kevin Livingston, president of the local Austin Healey Club. He made it by welding two 1/2 cars together. It is currently powered by a 948 supercharged motor. Roger Cotting From: Tim Collins >To: spridgets at autox.team.net >Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 2:17 PM >Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan > >People in Michigan are cruising. Woodward Dream Cruise and Back to the Bricks in Flint. Here's an album from the Woodward Dream Cruise. Picture 74 out of 145 is a nice Sprite. Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? Don't know the owner. >https://picasaweb.google.com/102422828911905928091/Woodward2011Evening# > >What Rick Fisk doesn't tell you about Saturday is the storms. Thousands of customers were without electricity, trees were blown down, roads were flooded, etc. - and he was playing with his ultralight!! Rick's the man!!! > >Tim Collins >http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ _______________________________________________ > >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/rbc_48183 at yahoo.com From bkitterer at me.com Sun Aug 21 12:42:19 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:42:19 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <026C3A63-FB98-49E7-A010-FACDF1692292@me.com> I think that is the 50th badge from down under. 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 On Aug 21, 2011, at 11:17 AM, Tim Collins wrote: > . Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? From rich_ball at mindspring.com Sun Aug 21 12:55:54 2011 From: rich_ball at mindspring.com (Richard Ball) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:55:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <05E610382F404E40A2C3A206BB775A4F@RichandSusanPC> Well since you asked, No, we weren't. We spent last Saturday through Wednesday in Olympia (WA) supporting our Bulldog clubs annual specialty show. 100 dogs from all over the Western US. On Thursday we drove South again and picked up a new foster from the local Bulldog rescue. Well have her until she is placed in a new home. Friday was visit the doctor day for Susan and I. We try to take care of them all in one shot if possible. Yesturday I drove the Midget down to our local Cars and Coffe meeting site (spridget content). Three hours of tire kicking and BS then home to work on the motorhome. The demand water pump on the coach gave up a seal while we were in Olympia. We'll see what today has in store. Rich Ball '76 Midget Everett, WA -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 10:15 PM To: spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? Boy!, it's quiet out there! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid 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 From dwramsey at att.net Sun Aug 21 13:22:11 2011 From: dwramsey at att.net (dwramsey at att.net) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 12:22:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <1313954531.45954.YahooMailRC@web180511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Get on any interstate heading west? Crash From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 21 13:50:44 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:50:44 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Tim, I played with my ultralight, but I never took it out of the hangar. :-) It rained a little at the airport (up in Clare), but most of the serious storms were to the south. I did some fine tuning of the idle mixture and worked on a new throttle quadrant installation. Out of the box my ultralight had a twist grip throttle on the control stick. It works fine, but I prefer the traditional type airplane throttle quadrant. Rick '59 & '61 Sprites '79 Party Midget '83 Rotec Rally 2B Sent from my iPad On Aug 21, 2011, at 2:17 PM, Tim Collins wrote: > People in Michigan are cruising. Woodward Dream Cruise and Back to the Bricks in Flint. Here's an album from the Woodward Dream Cruise. Picture 74 out of 145 is a nice Sprite. Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? Don't know the owner. > https://picasaweb.google.com/102422828911905928091/Woodward2011Evening# > > What Rick Fisk doesn't tell you about Saturday is the storms. Thousands of customers were without electricity, trees were blown down, roads were flooded, etc. - and he was playing with his ultralight!! Rick's the man!!! > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 21 13:57:27 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:57:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <1313954531.45954.YahooMailRC@web180511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> <1313954531.45954.YahooMailRC@web180511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <3E08B7D8-02E2-4D69-A259-A1A105B0F261@chartermi.net> If we get on an interstate and head west we end up in Lake Michigan. The Woodward Dream Cruise and the Flint Back to the Bricks events are great fun. You see cars on the street that are pretty cool. No smog laws or inspections here! Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 21, 2011, at 3:22 PM, dwramsey at att.net wrote: > Get on any interstate heading west? > Crash From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 21 14:08:30 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:08:30 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <05E610382F404E40A2C3A206BB775A4F@RichandSusanPC> Message-ID: <1313957310.28586.YahooMailClassic@web180615.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Well, since everyone is fessin' up, I am on the last day of my 3 week vacation and will be ending it the way I spent most of it, cleaning out the garage. Took my last load of 4 full size truck loads to the dump yesterday. I have been stuffing things into that garage for 23 years. The most satisfying objects to throw out were the ex's crap up in the rafters that has been threatening to fall on my cars and motorcycle for years. You know about the earthquakes we get out here in California. Today I only have to remove one last suitcase which I have no idea what's inside and a 4 X 8 sheet of plywood that it sits on up in the rafters and straighten out the rest of what I did not throw out. My BN2 is close to coming home. The paint and body guy has most of it blocked and I will be dropping off the paint I bought for it Monday. I want a garage with some room to work on the restoration of this car. With a four post lift and a Harley Davidson in a 2 car garage, you can't have too much crap lying around before there is no room to move. I had grand ideas about what I would get done in these three weeks, like rebuilding the front suspension on the Bugeye and changing out all the brakes, plus solving the oil overpressure problem. All I got to was the oil pressure problem and it is pretty much solved. All I can do now is try adjusting the brakes and see if that helps and get to the suspension when I can. I don't have weekends off from the railroad. I also had the opportunity to spend time with all three of my kids at the same time. Since they are grown, it was a rare occasion. One I will cherish for years to come. I took them for a day out to Hollywood last week. We went to Pink's, a place that has been selling hot dogs for 72 years in the same spot. Lots of celebrities stop there, but we did not see any. My son has been helping me with the garage these three weeks. I told him I would pay him a couple of hundred because he is not working and needs it for college. I probably would have given it to him anyway, but it's nice to spend the time with him. He made it a lot easier on my back and I don't think I could have got as much done as we did together. I'm lucky to have good kids. I drove the Bugeye some and the motorcycle every chance I could, so I had some fun, but tomorrow it is back to driving trains 10 - 14 hours a day. Only 5 1/2 more years of this and maybe I can retire. There is no forced retirement from the railroad which is nice for some people, but I don't see myself climbing in and out of these locomotives past 66 years old. Yes, I'm home. Been here for three weeks! Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer From kkjlk at hotmail.com Sun Aug 21 14:52:58 2011 From: kkjlk at hotmail.com (janet /ken koppi) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 16:52:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] mgmidget Message-ID: My neighbor is trying to sell me a circa 1975 mgmidget for $3000. It looks good but currently doesn't run because while driving recently he had a wiring (dashboard) fire. Is this feasible for fixing? price? Too much for car not running? Some one said rewire with delco wiring harness. Anyone know anything about this? Thanks. Ken From derf247 at gmail.com Sun Aug 21 15:03:27 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 16:03:27 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] mgmidget In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: If you look around you will probably find that $3000 is too much for that car. >From your brief description it sounds like a $500-1000 car, $1000 being a car in great shape except for the damage. Look on ebay and craigslist to make comparisons. MGs are famous for wiring issues but I don't think a Delco harness is the solution to any MG problem. Prices vary by condition of car and location but I would think you should be able to get a very nice, running 1975 MG Midget for $3000. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 21 15:06:47 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:06:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] mgmidget In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5C5DF12286D74FC5B560C25EBB7F8CF9@spider> Agreed. I think a running MG Midget with no top (mine) could bring $1000 to $1500, fair condition. ...bill in corvallis ========================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of derf Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 2:03 PM To: janet /ken koppi Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] mgmidget If you look around you will probably find that $3000 is too much for that car. >From your brief description it sounds like a $500-1000 car, $1000 being a car in great shape except for the damage. Look on ebay and craigslist to make comparisons. MGs are famous for wiring issues but I don't think a Delco harness is the solution to any MG problem. Prices vary by condition of car and location but I would think you should be able to get a very nice, running 1975 MG Midget for $3000. _______________________________________________ From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Aug 21 16:12:43 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:12:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <1313957310.28586.YahooMailClassic@web180615.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313964763.52030.YahooMailClassic@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Mike, You should have had those guys from American Pickers come and clean that garage out for you. Congrats on the paint for the BN2, I know you've been at it for a while. As for me, was on vacation past two weeks. A few days in Maine, trying to see how much of the lobster population I could decimate. Rest of the time spent at home working on the Nasty Boy. I'm in the red zone and tomorrow it goes to the exhaust shop for a stainless system. I'm going to have the right side pipe cross over at the rear and come up on the left side as twin pipes as per original. No one will suspect a V8 under the hood now (he, he). Did some insulation work in the interior (Reflectix, buble insulation from Lowes) and bled the brakes. Nice firm pedal but came out later to find fluid under the left rear tire. Thought I didn't tighten the bleeder, but looks like a bad cylinder . Grrrr. Haven't taken 2 wks off in a row in years. Told my wife I was testing for retirement. Yeah, I can handle that. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sun, 8/21/11, Michael MacLean wrote: From: Michael MacLean Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anyone home? To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Sunday, August 21, 2011, 4:08 PM Well, since everyone is fessin' up, I am on the last day of my 3 week vacation and will be ending it the way I spent most of it, cleaning out the garage. Took my last load of 4 full size truck loads to the dump yesterday. I have been stuffing things into that garage for 23 years. The most satisfying objects to throw out were the ex's crap up in the rafters that has been threatening to fall on my cars and motorcycle for years. You know about the earthquakes we get out here in California. Today I only have to remove one last suitcase which I have no idea what's inside and a 4 X 8 sheet of plywood that it sits on up in the rafters and straighten out the rest of what I did not throw out. My BN2 is close to coming home. The paint and body guy has most of it blocked and I will be dropping off the paint I bought for it Monday. I want a garage with some room to work on the restoration of this car. With a four post lift and a Harley Davidson in a 2 car garage, you can't have too much crap lying around before there is no room to move. From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 21 16:40:53 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 18:40:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] mgmidget In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9B82A231-FADB-457F-A0B0-CA3F4E10AC42@chartermi.net> Ken, $3000 sounds high for a non-running car with burned up dash wiring. Neither of my Sprites is currently driveable and I wanted a car to drive to the Midget 50th party last July. So I bought a rust free '79 Midget with 60K + miles, a noisy differential, and a cracked exhaust manifold. It had a serviceable top with cloudy rear windows, but ran great (still does!). I paid $500. Your neighbor's car can be fixed, but nice drivers are out there for a lot less than $3000. Rick '59 & '61 Sprites '79 Party Midget Sent from my iPad On Aug 21, 2011, at 4:52 PM, janet /ken koppi wrote: > My neighbor is trying to sell me a circa 1975 mgmidget for $3000. It looks > good but currently doesn't run because while driving recently he had a wiring > (dashboard) fire. Is this feasible for fixing? price? Too much for car not > running? Some one said rewire with delco wiring harness. Anyone know anything > about this? Thanks. Ken From tequila.brad at gmail.com Sun Aug 21 17:08:36 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 18:08:36 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <1443108776.917810.1313940633552.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <335430145.917798.1313940434043.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1443108776.917810.1313940633552.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Just be aware that Castrol no longer makes oil with sufficient amount of ZDDP. I called them and asked. I had to start using Shell Rotella T, to have enough zinc in my oil, to keep it alive. On Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 10:30 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > I keep telling him, if it ain't broke - don't fix it! > And he tells me he wants only the best for his cars > > I tell him that I've used Castrol GTX and Champions (or NGKs')for over 50 > years with no problems - but he firmly believes that "the latest is the > greatest!" > > Such is Youth :-) > > I'm sorta glad he's taking such good care of my car... > But I'm just afraid he'll kill it with kindness > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Shop at \" Just Brits \"" wrote: > > > << He has this love affair with Iridium plugs and Synthetic oils. >> > > > > First person I've heard of with a "I hate money." Syndrome, Dave ! ! > > > LOL, just "had"to ! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Aug 21 18:39:11 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 17:39:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fast and the Furious - The original Message-ID: <1313973551.46932.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Betcha didn't know they made one before the Vin Diesel, "I live my life 1/4 mile at a time." one, didya? Filmed in 1954, the original features a Jag XK 120 being driven in open road races in So. Cal. Polo helmets, no belts or bars and lots of cheesy photography, There's a few glimpses of an AH 100. Save this for a rainy day in beautiful black and white: http://www.imdb.com/video/hulu/vi3935541273/ Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Aug 21 18:45:21 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:45:21 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! Message-ID: on CL in Santa Fe NM. WAAAAAAAY too cool. and to me, a VERY reasonable price. My Dad's dream when he was racing was to get an older RR or Bentley to tow the Bugeye to the track. Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Aug 21 18:59:40 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:59:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? Message-ID: I've been a bit curious the past few months. My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. Wait, it's safe! Hi Dear.. For security causes You have to update account details Click on link below to go Update My Account PayPal Security Team AND Hello my dear How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss anita, single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, traveling,swimming and dancing. Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity to write to you as i really want us to be good friend Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will like you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you full explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . Yours Sincerely, anita From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Aug 21 19:22:44 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 18:22:44 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Fast and the Furious - The original In-Reply-To: <1313973551.46932.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpn93DocVhk I just watched it recently. Where else can you see Jowett Jupiter, a Nash Healey, and an Allard J2X racing against a pair of XK-120's? It makes the Jags look ordinary. BZ From CAWS52803 at aol.com Sun Aug 21 19:57:46 2011 From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 21:57:46 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye stuff for sale - Heavy! Message-ID: <2d869.2daf935b.3b83119a@aol.com> Hi listers, Thanks for all those that responded to my previous listing to sell Bugeye parts. I am now down to several very heavy and clumsy items, but everything is doable! Here's what's available. No, my RHD '59 is NOT! 1. Radiator. Seems okay and in good shape. 2. Smooth transmission. Missing the shift knob, but lever is there. I bought this in hopes of making a table lamp as Rick Moses did. He used the shift lever to dim the light. I think that after having this for over 20 years, I probably won't get to it this century. Make a great conversation piece in that hobby room. Just needs a bulb, a shade and some tender loving care. Might even work in a car. 3. & 4. A pair of doors. Paint stripped and in solid shape without rust or dents. One door actually has remnants of the red ribbed rubber covering. Great for sample to reproduce - somewhere. Also have both of the door latches in primered paint as a separate item. 5. & 6. Starter & generator. Have no idea, but since removed from a parts car, probably working. Personal check fine and shipping to be calculated. Standard Austin-Healey guarantee on all items. Thanks to all those that responded to my prior listings. Still a few parts left. Rudy Streng Lenoir, NC From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 21 20:02:58 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:02:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This one? http://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/2490897859.html ================================================ -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of brian S Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 5:45 PM To: spridgets list; eastern oshit Subject: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! on CL in Santa Fe NM. WAAAAAAAY too cool. and to me, a VERY reasonable price. My Dad's dream when he was racing was to get an older RR or Bentley to tow the Bugeye to the track. Brian S. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sun Aug 21 20:06:46 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 21:06:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <225C13348F4F4485A8E3A6138E96A893@HomePC> I've been getting the same thing. Mostly phishing crap. So... did you get her picture? -----Original Message----- From: brian S Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 7:59 PM To: spridgets list Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? I've been a bit curious the past few months. My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. Wait, it's safe! Hi Dear.. For security causes You have to update account details Click on link below to go Update My Account PayPal Security Team AND Hello my dear How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss anita, single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, traveling,swimming and dancing. Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity to write to you as i really want us to be good friend Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will like you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you full explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . Yours Sincerely, anita Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From andrewpayne at intrex.net Sun Aug 21 20:12:25 2011 From: andrewpayne at intrex.net (Andrew Payne) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 02:12:25 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Crossmember Message-ID: <748454389-1313979146-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1258537389-@b25.c30.bise6.blackberry> I am moving through disassembly of the midget. I was about to buy the patch crossmembers, and noticed that the full width is available again. It is also cheaper than the two sides. Is it worth the risk to remove the whole section or should I still patch, completing one side at a time? Drew Safety-fast.tumblr.com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Aug 21 20:36:20 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:36:20 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. Only 50 per day??? That's rich. I get that in a hour. I just select them all and hit the junk button. From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 21 20:40:26 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:40:26 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <1313964763.52030.YahooMailClassic@web161203.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1313980826.17573.YahooMailClassic@web180604.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I'm just amazed when I go out to the garage and peek in from the laundry room entrance from the house. The expansiveness of the open rafters and open bay that was filled with boxes and larger Healey parts is breathtaking. I still have some reorganizing to do, but the bulk of the cleaning and hauling of junk to the dump is done. No one will suspect a V8 under the hood now (he, he). Yes until you step on the gas and they will hear something they never expected to hear from a Healey! Mike --- On Sun, 8/21/11, HealeyRick wrote: From: HealeyRick Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anyone home? To: spridgets at autox.team.net, "Michael MacLean" Date: Sunday, August 21, 2011, 10:12 PM Mike, You should have had those guys from American Pickers come and clean that garage out for you. Congrats on the paint for the BN2, I know you've been at it for a while. As for me, was on vacation past two weeks. A few days in Maine, trying to see how much of the lobster population I could decimate. Rest of the time spent at home working on the Nasty Boy. I'm in the red zone and tomorrow it goes to the exhaust shop for a stainless system. I'm going to have the right side pipe cross over at the rear and come up on the left side as twin pipes as per original. No one will suspect a V8 under the hood now (he, he). Did some insulation work in the interior (Reflectix, buble insulation from Lowes) and bled the brakes. Nice firm pedal but came out later to find fluid under the left rear tire. Thought I didn't tighten the bleeder, but looks like a bad cylinder . Grrrr. Haven't taken 2 wks off in a row in years. Told my wife I was testing for retirement. Yeah, I can handle that. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sun, 8/21/11, Michael MacLean wrote: From: Michael MacLean Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anyone home? To: spridgets at autox.team.net Date: Sunday, August 21, 2011, 4:08 PM Well, since everyone is fessin' up, I am on the last day of my 3 week vacation and will be ending it the way I spent most of it, cleaning out the garage. Took my last load of 4 full size truck loads to the dump yesterday. I have been stuffing things into that garage for 23 years. The most satisfying objects to throw out were the ex's crap up in the rafters that has been threatening to fall on my cars and motorcycle for years. You know about the earthquakes we get out here in California. Today I only have to remove one last suitcase which I have no idea what's inside and a 4 X 8 sheet of plywood that it sits on up in the rafters and straighten out the rest of what I did not throw out. My BN2 is close to coming home. The paint and body guy has most of it blocked and I will be dropping off the paint I bought for it Monday. I want a garage with some room to work on the restoration of this car. With a four post lift and a Harley Davidson in a 2 car garage, you can't have too much crap lying around before there is no room to move. From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 21 20:46:31 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:46:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1313981191.2560.YahooMailClassic@web180604.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I just changed the oil in the Bugeye from Valvoline VR1 20W-50 racing oil which I found out was low on ZDDP. I went to the local speed shop that stocked at least 5 different conventional and synthetic oils for flat tappet cam engines with the correct amount of ZDDP. I decided on Joe Gibbs synthetic blend of 10W-30 to help cure the overpressure problem I was having. It dropped it close to what it is supposed to be. Check with your speed shop. The guys on the hot rod lists are talking about the same problems with oil as we are. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Sun, 8/21/11, Brad Fornal wrote: From: Brad Fornal Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anyone home? To: "Dave KK7SS" Cc: "spridgets_autox.team.net" Date: Sunday, August 21, 2011, 11:08 PM Just be aware that Castrol no longer makes oil with sufficient amount of ZDDP. I called them and asked. I had to start using Shell Rotella T, to have enough zinc in my oil, to keep it alive. From refisk at chartermi.net Sun Aug 21 20:55:26 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:55:26 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <7161CE06-4449-4DE0-8937-DA9814A865C8@chartermi.net> That is a really cool package! Wish I had 25 grand...... Rick Sent from my iPad On Aug 21, 2011, at 8:45 PM, brian S wrote: > on CL in Santa Fe NM. > > WAAAAAAAY too cool. and to me, a VERY reasonable price. > > My Dad's dream when he was racing was to get an older RR or Bentley to tow the > Bugeye to the track. > > Brian S. > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Thanks to Frank C.! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/refisk at chartermi.net From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Aug 21 21:17:49 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:17:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! In-Reply-To: <41B808AA-B7B2-49B9-BDF8-76CAF7D24BDC@gmail.com> References: , <41B808AA-B7B2-49B9-BDF8-76CAF7D24BDC@gmail.com> Message-ID: Ok, I got so excited, I forgot it. SORRY http://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/2545077387.html Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Someone HAS to buy this package deal!!! > From: pfeilmat at gmail.com > Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:05:00 -0700 > To: bugeye15 at hotmail.com > > Link? > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 21, 2011, at 5:45 PM, brian S wrote: > > > on CL in Santa Fe NM. > > > > WAAAAAAAY too cool. and to me, a VERY reasonable price. > > > > My Dad's dream when he was racing was to get an older RR or Bentley to tow the > > Bugeye to the track. > > > > Brian S. > > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > > Thanks to Frank C.! From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Sun Aug 21 21:20:43 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:20:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <1313981191.2560.YahooMailClassic@web180604.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: >correct amount of ZDDP Oil: SynMax Hot Rod oil from Lefthander Chassis in Roscoe Illinois. Additive: STP 4-cyl. in the red bottle is mostly ZDDP, and it doesn't raise the viscosity like the regular blue bottle STP. From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Sun Aug 21 21:37:19 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:37:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <20110819194843.6WW3I.194425.root@cdptpa-web26-z01> References: <20110819194843.6WW3I.194425.root@cdptpa-web26-z01> Message-ID: <4E51CEEF.70103@tx.rr.com> This is a photo taken by my iphone4. I stopped by BestBuy for something, and saw this setting in the parking lot. Having my iphone in my pocket, I pulled it out and took a quick photo. This photo was resized to half of its resolution in photoshop, and cropped a little bit, but not sharpened or otherwise altered. This will show the quality that current cellphones are capable of. http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/Cars/photo45b.jpg > I'm also a camera snob but I have to admit that my iphone 4 camera is really pretty good. Under good lighting conditions it does well, and photos from it make pretty good 4"x6" prints. About 3 years ago I bought a small Canon digital that I could carry with me everywhere in my briefcase. It does a good job but also requires good lighting conditions, but for casual uses the iphone is about equal to it. From rrengineer.mike at att.net Sun Aug 21 21:44:34 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:44:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1313984674.61938.YahooMailClassic@web180607.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> There is some ZDDP in regular SM oil, so How do you know what the ratio is when you add ths STP additive? Isn't it supposed to be something like 1400 parts per million for our engines? I made a mistake in my last email. I did not buy Joe Gibbs oil. I almost did, until I saw this stuff: http://tinyurl.com/4y8lp3v It was cheaper too, but not by much. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Mon, 8/22/11, Billy Zoom wrote: From: Billy Zoom Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Anyone home? To: "Michael MacLean" , "Dave KK7SS" , "Brad Fornal" Cc: "spridgets_autox.team.net" Date: Monday, August 22, 2011, 3:20 AM >correct amount of ZDDP Oil: SynMax Hot Rod oil from Lefthander Chassis in Roscoe Illinois. Additive: STP 4-cyl. in the red bottle is mostly ZDDP, and it doesn't raise the viscosity like the regular blue bottle STP. From dwoerpel at wi.net Mon Aug 22 00:22:20 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:22:20 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <026C3A63-FB98-49E7-A010-FACDF1692292@me.com> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> <026C3A63-FB98-49E7-A010-FACDF1692292@me.com> Message-ID: <4E51F59C.3080604@wi.net> Hey! I have one of those! It is indeed from Oz. Nothing wrong with your eyes Bob! How's the neck? Dave W. On 8/21/2011 1:42 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > I think that is the 50th badge from down under. > > 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 > > On Aug 21, 2011, at 11:17 AM, Tim Collins wrote: > >> . Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Aug 22 05:46:05 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:46:05 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: References: <1313981191.2560.YahooMailClassic@web180604.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1314013565.93988.YahooMailNeo@web30508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> > Oil: SynMax Hot Rod oil from Lefthander Chassis in Roscoe Illinois. Attaboy! From robert.duquette at me.com Mon Aug 22 07:01:27 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:01:27 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: References: <335430145.917798.1313940434043.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1443108776.917810.1313940633552.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: I believe they do in the states and the UK; though not in Canada. :( http://www.castrol.com/castrol/genericarticle.do?categoryId=82915470&contentId=7032644 http://tinyurl.com/36dkr9 > Just be aware that Castrol no longer makes oil with sufficient amount of > ZDDP. I called them and asked. > I had to start using Shell Rotella T, to have enough zinc in my oil, to keep > it alive. > > On Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 10:30 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > >> I keep telling him, if it ain't broke - don't fix it! >> And he tells me he wants only the best for his cars >> >> I tell him that I've used Castrol GTX and Champions (or NGKs')for over 50 >> years with no problems - but he firmly believes that "the latest is the >> greatest!" >> >> Such is Youth :-) >> >> I'm sorta glad he's taking such good care of my car... >> But I'm just afraid he'll kill it with kindness >> >> -- >> Dave G KK7SS >> Richland, WA >> >> '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. >> '65 Sprite - in process :( >> '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) >> '06 Honda Civic Hybrid >> >> ----- "Shop at \" Just Brits \"" wrote: >> >>> << He has this love affair with Iridium plugs and Synthetic From robert.duquette at me.com Mon Aug 22 07:06:05 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:06:05 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Anyone home? In-Reply-To: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <616573424.915991.1313903679572.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <63D9F4F8-42C7-49EF-B689-0B454DD35FCE@me.com> Yes, it is ... but, how did you know? I'm having the house swept for bugs now! Robert > Boy!, it's quiet out there! > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > _____________________________________________ From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Mon Aug 22 07:28:28 2011 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:28:28 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] How wet has it been this month in Pennsyrania... Message-ID: <982346451.229091.1314019708245.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> I haven't driven the midget in 2 weeks due to vacation and weather.....I popped the bonnet open and fou nd mold on the underside ofB the bonnet. Now thats wet. RyanB From lbc77mg at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 07:49:18 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:49:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Lose hotmail and switch to gmail. Its just as free and it does a pretty good job of sending the spam to the spam folder automatically. I just took a look there and I have 23 spam messages. Glad I looked because someone is holding $5.4 million for me!!! BTW, Anita sounds nice. 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 Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 8:59 PM, brian S wrote: > I've been a bit curious the past few months. > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. > a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. > To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. > A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, > > Brian S. > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Thanks to Frank C.! > > From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) > Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM > To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM > This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. > Wait, it's safe! > > Hi Dear.. > For security causes > > You have to update account details > > Click on link below to go > > Update My Account > > PayPal Security Team > > AND > Hello my dear > > How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss > anita, > single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a > healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I > have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, > traveling,swimming and dancing. > > Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity > to > write to you as i really want us to be good friend > Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. > > I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will > like > you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you > full > explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . > > Yours Sincerely, > anita > _______________________________________________ From haynes386 at netzero.net Mon Aug 22 08:04:26 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:04:26 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110822.080426.16224.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> Up here in the CO mountains,we have still have quite a few miners and, since the area was built on mining, we have annual mining competitions. Here's a vid of Emmit Hoyl (my friend) drilling in Idaho Springs (just about an hour away). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xKUDu4mPag BTW Tam competed this year (her first year) and drilled 22/32" in 5 minutes. By comparison, Emmit drilled 6 23/32" into what he said was the hardest rock he'd ever drilled. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 World hand drilling champion...say what ? you are kidding right, there really is no such thing ! I think I just heard it all, nothing left to hear in this life... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ Have you ever seen the lumberjack contests where those guys use Harley powered chainsaws to cut through 3 foot logs? Now that's hearing something! Instead of the ring ding ding, you hear the thunder of a Hog... ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 3000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e526207a4e6e8aa4d7st06duc From robert.duquette at me.com Mon Aug 22 08:29:57 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:29:57 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] How wet has it been this month in Pennsyrania... In-Reply-To: <982346451.229091.1314019708245.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: Are you saying that you now have a mold for reproducing bonnets? ;) Robert D On Aug 22, 2011, at 09:28 AM, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote: I haven't driven the midget in 2 weeks due to vacation and weather.....I popped the bonnet open and fou nd mold on the underside ofB the bonnet. Now thats wet. RyanB _______________________________________________ From lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Mon Aug 22 09:46:37 2011 From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net (lindalnhvt at nhvt.net) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:46:37 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Was MGMidget noe MG B Message-ID: Regarding reasonable pricing---- What's a 1969 MG B with minor rust, "ran when parked", needing new interior, no dents worth? I don't really need a new project, but this came to my attention recently and it isn't too far away. Thanks for any insight you might offer. Dick B. in NH From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 22 09:48:22 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:48:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Neck - no LBC In-Reply-To: <4E51F59C.3080604@wi.net> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> <026C3A63-FB98-49E7-A010-FACDF1692292@me.com> <4E51F59C.3080604@wi.net> Message-ID: <54A2C6A5-EDAC-49DE-8A32-D733CE0E1627@me.com> They start working on it tomorrow. Going to do some epidural injections and see if that works. Hope to stay away from the knife. Thanks for asking. 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 On Aug 21, 2011, at 11:22 PM, Woerpel wrote: > Hey! I have one of those! It is indeed from Oz. Nothing wrong with your eyes Bob! How's the neck? > > Dave W. > > > > On 8/21/2011 1:42 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: >> I think that is the 50th badge from down under. >> >> 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 >> >> On Aug 21, 2011, at 11:17 AM, Tim Collins wrote: >> >>> . Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 22 10:18:25 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:18:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] 50th Badge? In-Reply-To: <54A2C6A5-EDAC-49DE-8A32-D733CE0E1627@me.com> Message-ID: <1618903333.928571.1314029905010.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Yep! Got one of those (from Colin D.) on my Sprite... Looks real nice on a MKIII. >> On Aug 21, 2011, at 11:17 AM, Tim Collins wrote: >> >>> . Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th celebrations?? -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > storage From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 10:26:09 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:26:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110822.080426.16224.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> References: <20110822.080426.16224.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: Is the trophy called the "John Henry Award"?? ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 9:04 AM, Mark Haynes wrote: > Up here in the CO mountains,we have still have quite a few miners and, > since > the area was built on mining, we have annual mining competitions. Here's a > vid > of Emmit Hoyl (my friend) drilling in Idaho Springs (just about an hour > away). > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xKUDu4mPag > BTW Tam competed this year (her first year) and drilled 22/32" in 5 > minutes. > By comparison, Emmit drilled 6 23/32" into what he said was the hardest > rock > he'd ever drilled. > > > > Mark Haynes > It only goes one way-Pay it Forward > HAN6L12977 > HAN5L8016 > > World hand drilling champion...say what ? you are kidding right, there > really is no such thing ! > > I think I just heard it all, nothing left to hear in this life... > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- > ------ > Have you ever seen the lumberjack contests where those guys use Harley > powered chainsaws to cut through 3 foot logs? Now that's hearing > something! Instead of the ring ding ding, you hear the thunder of a > Hog... > > ____________________________________________________________ > Penny Stock Jumping 3000% > Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! > http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e526207a4e6e8aa4d7st06duc > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Mon Aug 22 10:26:54 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:26:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Hotmail has been fine, putting all of the messages in the Spam folder. I have it set for exclusive, which means that if the address is not in my contact list, the message get dumped into the Spam folder. Funny thing is seems like about 25% of the messages have GMAIL addresses. I'm still waiting to hear back for the HUNDREDS of Millions that all these people are holding for me. Anita does sound nice, I haven't heard back from her...... Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:49:18 -0400 > From: lbc77mg at gmail.com > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > > Lose hotmail and switch to gmail. Its just as free and it does a pretty > good job of sending the spam to the spam folder automatically. > > I just took a look there and I have 23 spam messages. Glad I looked because > someone is holding $5.4 million for me!!! > > BTW, Anita sounds nice. > > 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 Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 8:59 PM, brian S wrote: > > > I've been a bit curious the past few months. > > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. > > a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. > > To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. > > A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, > > > > Brian S. > > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > > Thanks to Frank C.! > > > > > AND > > Hello my dear > > > > How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss > > anita, > > single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a > > healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I > > have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, > > traveling,swimming and dancing. > > > > Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity > > to > > write to you as i really want us to be good friend > > Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. > > > > I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will > > like > > you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you > > full > > explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . > > > > Yours Sincerely, > > anita > > _______________________________________________ > _____________ From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 10:27:18 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:27:18 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] How wet has it been this month in Pennsyrania... In-Reply-To: References: <982346451.229091.1314019708245.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: The Amish women will be excited. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Robert Duquette wrote: > Are you saying that you now have a mold for reproducing bonnets? ;) > > Robert D > On Aug 22, 2011, at 09:28 AM, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote: > > > I haven't driven the midget in 2 weeks due to vacation and weather.....I > popped the bonnet open and fou nd mold on the underside ofB the bonnet. > > Now thats wet. > > RyanB > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Mon Aug 22 10:41:11 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:41:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Was MGMidget noe MG B In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Dick, for reference, I found this nice sounding B on CL near Binghamton NY for $3000 http://binghamton.craigslist.org/cto/2555786784.html Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:46:37 -0400 > From: lindalnhvt at nhvt.net > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Was MGMidget noe MG B > > Regarding reasonable pricing---- > What's a 1969 MG B with minor rust, "ran when parked", needing new > interior, no dents worth? I don't really need a new project, but this came > to my attention recently and it isn't too far away. Thanks for any insight > you might offer. > Dick B. in NH > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bugeye15 at hotmail.com From tequila.brad at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 11:15:48 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:15:48 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: FWIW, after reading online at ebolamonkeyman.com, I have started replying, and messing with, the niggerians. I dont know what this means, but it showed up when I did a search for curse phrases. AGWO TUPIAKWA GI AMU, OLE.NNA GI NA ARA MKPURU AMU YOU MUMU PASS YOURSELF.ODE BURUKU,OLOSHE,OLORIBU,IYALAYAEH,NNEGI WU AKWUNA NNAGI WU ONYE OHI Usually, after receiving this, they stop emailing me. Those that reply are REALLY REALLY PISSED. I have a couple others, that I DO know what they mean, that get them even madder. Hey, if they are gonna F with you, why not F 'em back? On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 8:49 AM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Lose hotmail and switch to gmail. Its just as free and it does a pretty > good job of sending the spam to the spam folder automatically. > > I just took a look there and I have 23 spam messages. Glad I looked > because > someone is holding $5.4 million for me!!! > > BTW, Anita sounds nice. > > 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 Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 8:59 PM, brian S wrote: > > > I've been a bit curious the past few months. > > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. > > a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. > > To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. > > A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, > > > > Brian S. > > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > > Thanks to Frank C.! > > > > From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) > > Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM > > To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM > > This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. > > Wait, it's safe! > > > > Hi Dear.. > > For security causes > > > > You have to update account details > > > > Click on link below to go > > > > Update My Account > > > > PayPal Security Team > > > > AND > > Hello my dear > > > > How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss > > anita, > > single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate > a > > healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. > I > > have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, > > traveling,swimming and dancing. > > > > Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the > opportunity > > to > > write to you as i really want us to be good friend > > Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. > > > > I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will > > like > > you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you > > full > > explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . > > > > Yours Sincerely, > > anita > > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Aug 22 11:25:27 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:25:27 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras Message-ID: <1c1dd.544df224.3b83eb07@aol.com> For me and you but not the list! He's my offering of the place I stayed at on Holiday. In a message dated 22/08/2011 04:37:54 GMT Daylight Time, bjshov8 at tx.rr.com writes: This will show the quality that current cellphones are capable of. http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/Cars/photo45b.jpg [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IOW 2011-21.jpg] From lbc77mg at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 11:32:16 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:32:16 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks, Brad. Its good to know that ebolamonkeyman is still around. I read his site years ago and was laughing out loud. He posts the original scam mail and then all of the thread he creates with these idiots. He gets them to do things that are just funny, especially the pics they send with stupid signs they don't understand, like "get up flacid willie" and "phill miazz". The site appears to be safe, so if you haven't checked in with ebola, take a look. http://ebolamonkeyman.com/ 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 Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 1:15 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > FWIW, after reading online at ebolamonkeyman.com, I have started replying, > and messing with, the niggerians. I dont know what this means, but it showed > up when I did a search for curse phrases. > > AGWO TUPIAKWA GI AMU, OLE.NNA GI NA ARA MKPURU AMU YOU MUMU PASS > YOURSELF.ODE BURUKU,OLOSHE,OLORIBU,IYALAYAEH,NNEGI WU AKWUNA NNAGI WU ONYE > OHI > > Usually, after receiving this, they stop emailing me. Those that reply are > REALLY REALLY PISSED. I have a couple others, that I DO know what they mean, > that get them even madder. > Hey, if they are gonna F with you, why not F 'em back? > > On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 8:49 AM, Allen Hefner wrote: > >> Lose hotmail and switch to gmail. Its just as free and it does a pretty >> good job of sending the spam to the spam folder automatically. >> >> I just took a look there and I have 23 spam messages. Glad I looked >> because >> someone is holding $5.4 million for me!!! >> >> BTW, Anita sounds nice. >> >> Allen Hefner >> Norristown, PA From corvallis at peoplepc.com Mon Aug 22 11:49:21 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:49:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Was MGMidget noe MG B In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: $1000 bill in oregon ======================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of lindalnhvt at nhvt.net Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 8:47 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Was MGMidget noe MG B Regarding reasonable pricing---- What's a 1969 MG B with minor rust, "ran when parked", needing new interior, no dents worth? I don't really need a new project, but this came to my attention recently and it isn't too far away. Thanks for any insight you might offer. Dick B. in NH From dwramsey at att.net Mon Aug 22 12:02:22 2011 From: dwramsey at att.net (dwramsey at att.net) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:02:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel In-Reply-To: <20110822.080426.16224.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> References: <20110822.080426.16224.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <1314036142.15060.YahooMailRC@web180502.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Did you notice on his sixth strike he hit his hand. That hurts. Crash From heard at datatrontech.net Mon Aug 22 12:32:56 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:32:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil Message-ID: I was re-reading some of the old posts about oil and what to use in these old engines. Many of you have probably seen this, but I thought this was an interesting link to use for reference: http://eolcs.api.org Cheers, Heard From haynes386 at netzero.net Mon Aug 22 12:34:39 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:34:39 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] WAS: Hardening Steel Message-ID: <20110822.123439.6084.0@webmail21.dca.untd.com> Yes, Crash this is single jack, hand drilling is the common term for it-its a more descriptive term for the uninitiated- So what school gives a letter in COLLAGE, anyway? And Emmit is the three time Single Jack Champion-at 27! Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 ____________________________________________________________ 57-Year-Old Mom Looks 25 Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e52a165e8e228bb85cst01duc From soavero at yahoo.com Mon Aug 22 12:37:03 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:37:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1314038223.87611.YahooMailNeo@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Brian, Anita is actually real. $10 and she walks on your back; $20 and she's a virgin. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: brian S To: spridgets list Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 7:59 PM Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? I've been a bit curious the past few months. My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. Wait, it's safe! Hi Dear.. For security causes You have to update account details Click on link below to go Update My Account PayPal Security Team AND Hello my dear How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss anita, single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, traveling,swimming and dancing. Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity to write to you as i really want us to be good friend Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will like you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you full explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . Yours Sincerely, anita _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From robert.duquette at me.com Mon Aug 22 12:38:30 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:38:30 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] How wet has it been this month in Pennsyrania... In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1f254813-dd53-c77c-b082-a794dad10676@me.com> Get your mind out of the gutter ... Not that kind of reproduction! ;) On Aug 22, 2011, at 12:27 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: The Amish women will be excited. Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Robert Duquette wrote: > Are you saying that you now have a mold for reproducing bonnets? ;) > > Robert D > On Aug 22, 2011, at 09:28 AM, ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net wrote: > > > I haven't driven the midget in 2 weeks due to vacation and weather.....I > popped the bonnet open and fou nd mold on the underside ofB the bonnet. > > Now thats wet. > > RyanB > _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > 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: > bmwwxman at gmail.com'>http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: robert.duquette at me.com'>http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/robert.duquette at me.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 22 12:48:34 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:48:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: <1314038223.87611.YahooMailNeo@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1314038223.87611.YahooMailNeo@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Ron, how many times do you think you can keep on selling her as a virgin? -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 1:37 PM To: brian S ; spridgets list Subject: Re: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? Brian, Anita is actually real. $10 and she walks on your back; $20 and she's a virgin. RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: brian S To: spridgets list Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 7:59 PM Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? I've been a bit curious the past few months. My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. Wait, it's safe! Hi Dear.. For security causes You have to update account details Click on link below to go Update My Account PayPal Security Team AND Hello my dear How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss anita, single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, traveling,swimming and dancing. Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity to write to you as i really want us to be good friend Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will like you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you full explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . Yours Sincerely, anita _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 12:57:07 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:57:07 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: <1314038223.87611.YahooMailNeo@web30501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Ask P.T. Barnum..... ED On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 1:48 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: > Ron, how many times do you think you can keep on selling her as a virgin? > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Ron Soave > Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 1:37 PM > To: brian S ; spridgets list > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > > Brian, > Anita is actually real. $10 and she walks on your back; $20 and she's a > virgin. > > > RS > "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog > ________________________________ > From: brian S > To: > spridgets list > Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 7:59 > PM > Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > > I've been a bit > curious the past few months. > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, > up to about 50 a day. > a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. > To me it > seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. > A couple examples > below: I've highlighted the clues, > > Brian S. > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Thanks to Frank C.! > > From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) > Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM > To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM > This message is here > because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. > Wait, it's safe! > > Hi > Dear.. > For security causes > > You have to update account details > > Click on link > below to go > > Update My Account > > PayPal Security Team > > AND > Hello my dear > > How > are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss anita, > single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a > healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I > have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, > traveling,swimming and dancing. > > Today i found your e-mail id in > (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity to > write to you as i really want > us to be good friend > Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be > great friend. > > I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to > you.I will like > you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I > will give you full > explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have > contacted you . > > Yours Sincerely, > anita > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: > http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: > http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From eap2140 at yahoo.com Mon Aug 22 13:45:22 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:45:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] I wish Steve McQueen drove my car..... Message-ID: <1314042322.33947.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2011/08/20/porsche-once-owned-by-steve-mcqueen -sells-for-1375-million/ Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Mon Aug 22 14:14:00 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:14:00 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] My camera is a phoneRe: was Wellington, now cell cameras In-Reply-To: <1c1dd.544df224.3b83eb07@aol.com> References: <1c1dd.544df224.3b83eb07@aol.com> Message-ID: <9E9F303B-FB9A-48ED-9D99-718777B8FD7B@comcast.net> Harumph... it makes that new car look old... Lester ;-) On Aug 22, 2011, at 12:25 PM, WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com wrote: > For me and you but not the list! > > He's my offering of the place I stayed at on Holiday. > > > In a message dated 22/08/2011 04:37:54 GMT Daylight Time, bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > writes: > > This will show the quality > that current cellphones are capable of. > > http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a370/bjd70/Cars/photo45b.jpg > > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IOW 2011-21.jpg] > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From CAWS52803 at aol.com Mon Aug 22 14:33:43 2011 From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:33:43 EDT Subject: [Spridgets] Healey Memorabilia Message-ID: <6bde1.4f952a0c.3b841727@aol.com> Healey Memorabilia I have been clearing out my storage area and came across five interesting Austin-Healey Calendars and thought they might be of interest to fellow enthusiasts and collectors. Great for that hobby room or workshop. All pictures are of Big Healeys, Sprites and special Healeys. Perfect for framing! $20 each includes shipping and handling. Personal checks acceptable. First come, First serve! 1.) 1991 Austin-Healey Club of Japan; 15" x 15"; 12 separate beautiful b&w photographs; one for each month in a separate envelope. Worldwide Austin-Healey Calendars - printed in England - All are 12" x 17" in spiral form. 2.) 1985 - 4 pages in color with 2 photographs per page. 3.) 1986 - 8 pages in color 4.) 1987 - 12 large color pictures 5.) 1988 - 12 large color pictures Thanks, Rudy Streng Lenoir, NC From lists at dinospider.com Mon Aug 22 16:52:06 2011 From: lists at dinospider.com (Mike Rambour) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:52:06 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E52DD96.3090600@dinospider.com> I use Motul in all my old toys, they have a 20-50 Classic that everything our old toys need. I can't find where I buy it in the U.S. but I found this UK website. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-6516-motul-classic-oil-20w-50-from-1950.aspx The U.S. based website does not list it for some reason but I never have a problem getting it when I need it, I usually buy it from a vendor at Laguna Seca racetrack when I go there for events or order it from him and have it next day. From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 22 18:04:35 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:04:35 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Oil In-Reply-To: <4E52DD96.3090600@dinospider.com> Message-ID: <1060925680.935542.1314057875049.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Farr Autoparts and Amazon -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Mike Rambour" wrote: > I use Motul in all my old toys, they have a 20-50 Classic that > > everything our old toys need. I can't find where I buy it in the U.S. > > but I found this UK website. > > > > http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-6516-motul-classic-oil-20w-50-from-1950.aspx > > > > The U.S. based website does not list it for some reason but I never > > have a problem getting it when I need it, I usually buy it from a > vendor > > at Laguna Seca racetrack when I go there for events or order it from > him > > and have it next day. From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 22 18:48:22 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 19:48:22 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil In-Reply-To: <1060925680.935542.1314057875049.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1060925680.935542.1314057875049.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <27E5E9D77E1543B9A8F8F43E89C1C465@HomePC> Brad Penn It's the old Kendall brand with a new name. It has all of the ZDDP we need. http://www.penngrade1.com/ From thcollin at mtu.edu Mon Aug 22 19:00:17 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:00:17 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil In-Reply-To: <27E5E9D77E1543B9A8F8F43E89C1C465@HomePC> References: <1060925680.935542.1314057875049.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <27E5E9D77E1543B9A8F8F43E89C1C465@HomePC> Message-ID: <9dm03d$cqltdg@email.mtu.edu> Larry, What about Kendall 20w50 GT1? http://tinyurl.com/4xwgdbh At 08:48 PM 8/22/2011, Larry Daniels wrote: >Brad Penn > >It's the old Kendall brand with a new name. It has all of the ZDDP we need. > >http://www.penngrade1.com/ Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Mon Aug 22 19:09:54 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:09:54 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cqltdg@email.mtu.edu> References: <1060925680.935542.1314057875049.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <27E5E9D77E1543B9A8F8F43E89C1C465@HomePC> <9dm03d$cqltdg@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: <1D86B8D208D44B07A4E250DE64969372@HomePC> Not the old Kendall. They sold the name to a third party. http://www.penngrade1.com/History.aspx -----Original Message----- From: Tim Collins Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 8:00 PM To: Larry Daniels ; spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Oil Larry, What about Kendall 20w50 GT1? http://tinyurl.com/4xwgdbh At 08:48 PM 8/22/2011, Larry Daniels wrote: >Brad Penn > >It's the old Kendall brand with a new name. It has all of the ZDDP we >need. > >http://www.penngrade1.com/ Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From healeyrick at yahoo.com Mon Aug 22 19:24:17 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:24:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Nasty Pipes Message-ID: <1314062657.19885.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Took the Nasty Boy to the shop for exhaust today. Hear it here: http://forum.britishv8.org/read.php?4,25791 Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From healeyrick at yahoo.com Mon Aug 22 19:59:50 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:59:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] [Healeys] Nasty Pipes In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1314064790.27747.YahooMailClassic@web161201.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Close. Need to finish insulating the interior, install carpets and seats, etc. and should be ready. Hopefully w/i a month. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Mon, 8/22/11, Linwood H Rose wrote: From: Linwood H Rose Subject: Re: [Healeys] Nasty Pipes To: "HealeyRick" Cc: "healeys at autox.team.net" , "spridgets at autox.team.net" , "modifiedhealeys at yahoogroups.com" Date: Monday, August 22, 2011, 9:56 PM Progress, Rick! Does this mean you are driving now? Lin Sent from my iPad On Aug 22, 2011, at 9:24 PM, HealeyRick wrote: > Took the Nasty Boy to the shop for exhaust today. Hear it here: > http://forum.britishv8.org/read.php?4,25791 > > Rick > > > Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo > _______________________________________________ > Healeys at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/linwoodrose at mac.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Mon Aug 22 21:27:43 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:27:43 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Nasty Pipes In-Reply-To: <1314062657.19885.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1314062657.19885.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Looks good....Sounds bitchin' Herb From b-evans at earthlink.net Mon Aug 22 22:49:51 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:49:51 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] =?iso-8859-1?q?The_most_expensive_car_ever_sold_at_?= =?iso-8859-1?q?=A310m?= Message-ID: <025701cc6150$1866ccd0$49346670$@net> http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2028884/Ferrari-Testa-Rossa-expensiv e-car-sold-10m.html From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Tue Aug 23 05:36:11 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:36:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: <225C13348F4F4485A8E3A6138E96A893@HomePC> References: , <225C13348F4F4485A8E3A6138E96A893@HomePC> Message-ID: Not yet Larry, She hasn't replied yet. HEY, HOLD THE PHONE, my wifes name is Anita..........hmmmmmmm Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > To: bugeye15 at hotmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 21:06:46 -0500 > > I've been getting the same thing. Mostly phishing crap. > > So... did you get her picture? > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: brian S > Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2011 7:59 PM > To: spridgets list > Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > > I've been a bit curious the past few months. > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. > a couple of them, seem to have provided a clue. > To me it seems someone had mined the team.net subscriber data base. > A couple examples below: I've highlighted the clues, > > Brian S. > Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! > Thanks to Frank C.! > > From: PayPal Security Center (paypal at autox.team.net) > Sent: Wed 8/17/11 9:34 AM > To: bugeye15 at HOTMAIL.COM > This message is here because your junk email filter is set to exclusive. > Wait, it's safe! > > Hi Dear.. > For security causes > > You have to update account details > > Click on link below to go > > Update My Account > > PayPal Security Team > > AND > Hello my dear > > How are you today? I feel like communicating with you, my name is Miss > anita, > single by marital status, It is my pleasure with due respect to cultivate a > healthy friendship with you with since i was impressed with you profile. I > have great interest in making new friends, my hobbies are reading, > traveling,swimming and dancing. > > Today i found your e-mail id in (www.team.net) then i took the opportunity > to > write to you as i really want us to be good friend > Hood friends, and I will appreciate it if we can can be great friend. > > I will send my photo at least for you to see who is writing to you.I will > like > you to contact me back,(anitadeby79 at yahoo.co.uk) so that I will give you > full > explanation about myself, and reasons and purpose I have contacted you . > > Yours Sincerely, > anita > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From 60bugeye at cebridge.net Tue Aug 23 09:03:59 2011 From: 60bugeye at cebridge.net (Leo) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:03:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness Message-ID: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Many of you met my wife at the 50th in Osage and might have been aware of her breast cancer battle. She fought a long and courageous fight but ultimately succumbed to it yesterday. She so wanted to attend the meet this year but her health wouldn't allow it. The meet in Osage was one of her fondest memories. The list was a great source of amusement to her over the last 20 years and she loved you all. If the list ever puts together another meet I would love for it to include some breast cancer awareness as a means to honor her. Her obituary is online at the Baytown Sun in Baytown TX Ill be out there in lurk mode and Iris is tucked away wishing she had gotten out this year but hopefully the spring will find her brightening up peoples faces again Leo From derf247 at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 09:08:47 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:08:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> References: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Message-ID: Condolences. From lbc77mg at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 09:08:49 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:08:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil, now gas Message-ID: Speaking of oil, I just heard an ad for Exxon/Mobil that says their gasoline works "at a molecular level." What the heck does that mean?!? 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 Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 9:09 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: > Not the old Kendall. They sold the name to a third party. > > http://www.penngrade1.com/History.aspx > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Tim Collins > Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 8:00 PM > To: Larry Daniels ; spridgets_autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Oil > > Larry, > What about Kendall 20w50 GT1? > http://tinyurl.com/4xwgdbh > > At 08:48 PM 8/22/2011, Larry Daniels wrote: > >Brad Penn > > > >It's the old Kendall brand with a new name. It has all of the ZDDP we > >need. > > > >http://www.penngrade1.com/ > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > _______________________________________________ From mark at nashvilletn.org Tue Aug 23 09:20:58 2011 From: mark at nashvilletn.org (Mark Endicott) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:20:58 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil, now gas References: Message-ID: Nothing....all gas comes down the same pipeline. The only difference is what additive is dumped in the tank on the truck or in the tanks. The marketing departments seem to be able to make up something different for each major brand to try to make them look different. As far as I can tell it is all BS! ----- Original Message ----- From: "Allen Hefner" Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Oil, now gas > Speaking of oil, I just heard an ad for Exxon/Mobil that says their > gasoline > works "at a molecular level." > > What the heck does that mean?!? > > Allen From kgb at frontiernet.net Tue Aug 23 10:25:25 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:25:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Message-ID: <310323037.1077369.1314116725888.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> So very sorry, Leo. I think the breast cancer awareness idea would be a wonderful tribute to a spouse who was tolerant of, and even supported, our addiction to strange little cars. Guys - remember that it isn't just women who get breast cancer. It is almost always fatal in men, because you have not been taught to check yourselves for lumps and it is not discovered until too late to treat. In honor of Leo's wife, go check yourselves today and at least once a month. This disease can be beaten if caught early enough. Kate From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Aug 23 11:02:08 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:02:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <310323037.1077369.1314116725888.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> References: <310323037.1077369.1314116725888.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <2743464685414C6FABAD85782EAE271F@Home> > Guys - remember that it isn't just women who get breast cancer. A male friend of ours died of metastasized breast cancer last week. He was in his 50's with two young children. Check often; it is easy. Michael Rowe From johnsfolly at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 11:35:19 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (JohnD) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:35:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lime Rock crew Message-ID: I've lost an email from someone in Rhode Island who wanted to crew for me at Lime Rock. Please contact me off-list. Thanks. John Deikis johnsfolly AT gmail DOTcom -- *Driving in the past lane!* JohnsfollyVintageRacing From grunthaner at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 11:42:53 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:42:53 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT In-Reply-To: <1167426094-1313769105-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-3498351-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> References: <1167426094-1313769105-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-3498351-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: Great trip to the Motor City! Just missed a cool car show but I don't feel too badly being I would imagine not many LBC Euro Cars ; ) Just missed that horrible accident of the wing walker at the air show as we were a block away and a day away. Very tragic. Getting back to my Spridget today and thrilled. I hope to post youtube's of her back on the road by end of week. Lin On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 11:51 AM, wrote: > Must have been a good trip. It would take me 2 trips to misplace all > that!!! > > Steve > ------Original Message------ > From: Linda Grunthaner > Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > To: spridgets > Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT > Sent: Aug 19, 2011 11:38 AM > > List, > I just got back from my western trip and off to MI, here is a list of > lost stuff from my trip. omen that my trips should be in the garage > working on Sprites ; ) > A my Sprite's need me, > Lin > > Shit lost 8-11-11 > > Hat > Ipod touch & Griffin case > Pigtail wire for headphones > HTC phone car charger > HTC dash clamp > HTC spare wire & charger-FOUND > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com > > > > Sent from me. From grunthaner at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 11:57:07 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:57:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> References: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Message-ID: My deepest condolences Leo. I pray for your strength. Linda On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 11:03 AM, Leo <60bugeye at cebridge.net> wrote: > Many of you met my wife at the 50th in Osage and might have been aware of > her breast cancer battle. She fought a long and courageous fight but > ultimately succumbed to it yesterday. She so wanted to attend the meet > this > year but her health wouldn't allow it. The meet in Osage was one of her > fondest memories. The list was a great source of amusement to her over the > last 20 years and she loved you all. If the list ever puts together > another > meet I would love for it to include some breast cancer awareness as a means > to honor her. > > > > Her obituary is online at the Baytown Sun in Baytown TX > > > > Ill be out there in lurk mode and Iris is tucked away wishing she had > gotten > out this year but hopefully the spring will find her brightening up peoples > faces again > > > > Leo > _______________________________________________ > > 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 lbc77mg at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 12:18:57 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:18:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Message-ID: Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 seconds or so. The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you southerners are OK. No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley Forge. The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) 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 b-evans at earthlink.net Tue Aug 23 12:35:22 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:35:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> It was 5.8, and you call that an earthquake! (Yawn!) Wake me when you get a REAL one! Buster Evans (On the El Modeno and Peralta Hills faults) -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:19 AM To: Spridgets list Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 seconds or so. The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you southerners are OK. No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley Forge. The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) 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 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/b-evans at earthlink.net From an5.sprite at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 12:35:30 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:35:30 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Message-ID: In a Manhattan office build when the quake hit. Just a gentle shaking, have felt much worse while in Japan. Steve ------Original Message------ From: Allen Hefner Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Sent: Aug 23, 2011 2:18 PM Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 seconds or so. The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you southerners are OK. No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley Forge. The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. From rrengineer.mike at att.net Tue Aug 23 12:42:48 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:42:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> Message-ID: <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I second that! Mike MacLean in San Bernardino on the San Andreas Fault --- On Tue, 8/23/11, Robert Evans wrote: It was 5.8, and you call that an earthquake! (Yawn!) Wake me when you get a REAL one! Buster Evans (On the El Modeno and Peralta Hills faults) -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:19 AM To: Spridgets list Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 seconds or so. The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you southerners are OK. No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley Forge. The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) Allen Hefner Norristown, PA From grunthaner at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 12:51:50 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:51:50 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: OH yea, I was on my computer and saw the blinds move as I saw the monitor on my desk shake. Yea nothing like CA so that is why it was amazing because we rarely get them here in the east. NJ was a shaking ; ) Hope all is well, Lin On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 2:42 PM, Michael MacLean wrote: > I second that! > Mike MacLean in San Bernardino on the San Andreas Fault > > --- On Tue, 8/23/11, Robert Evans wrote: > > It was 5.8, and you call that an earthquake! (Yawn!) Wake me when you get > a REAL one! > > Buster Evans > (On the El Modeno and Peralta Hills faults) > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner > Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:19 AM > To: Spridgets list > Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! > > Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 > seconds or so. > > The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you > southerners are OK. > > No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley > Forge. > > The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) > Allen Hefner > Norristown, PA > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 12:54:26 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:54:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: What Buster said. Hal On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 11:51 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > OH yea, I was on my computer and saw the blinds move as I saw the monitor > on > my desk shake. Yea nothing like CA so that is why it was amazing because we > rarely get them here in the east. > NJ was a shaking ; ) > Hope all is well, > Lin > > On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 2:42 PM, Michael MacLean >wrote: > > > I second that! > > Mike MacLean in San Bernardino on the San Andreas Fault > > > > --- On Tue, 8/23/11, Robert Evans wrote: > > > > It was 5.8, and you call that an earthquake! (Yawn!) Wake me when you > get > > a REAL one! > > > > Buster Evans > > (On the El Modeno and Peralta Hills faults) > > > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner > > Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:19 AM > > To: Spridgets list > > Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! > > > > Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 > > seconds or so. > > > > The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you > > southerners are OK. > > > > No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley > > Forge. > > > > The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) > > Allen Hefner > > Norristown, PA > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From lmacy at mac.com Tue Aug 23 13:42:31 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:42:31 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: 10th floor of an old hospital bldg. Just a rumble. But I don't think I have ever felt one before. Took a few seconds to actually realize what it was. Larry On Aug 23, 2011, at 14:18 PM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 > seconds or so. > > The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you > southerners are OK. > > No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley > Forge. > > The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) > 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/lmacy at mac.com > -- Larry B. Macy, Ph.D. macy at upenn.edu Senior IT Program Director Neuropsychiatry Section Department of Psychiatry Perelman School of Medicine 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 bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 13:52:55 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:52:55 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Hmmm.... Isn't that sort of like saying, "My cancer is worse than your cancer?" I've been in a couple of mag. 6+ Earthquakes. You folks out there in the west are welcome to them. I've been in a couple of hurricanes. You folks in the southeast can have them. I'll take my chances with tornadoes where your chance of being impacted is about 1/2 Million to one in 1,400 years. And that is providing I stay in the same spot without moving. You will be in a California earthquake at least once a year even if you move around. You will be in a major hurricane along the southeast coastal area is 47% in your lifetime. Ya'll be careful out there now.... Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 1:42 PM, Michael MacLean wrote: > I second that! > Mike MacLean in San Bernardino on the San Andreas Fault > > --- On Tue, 8/23/11, Robert Evans wrote: > > It was 5.8, and you call that an earthquake! (Yawn!) Wake me when you get > a REAL one! > > Buster Evans > (On the El Modeno and Peralta Hills faults) > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Allen Hefner > Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:19 AM > To: Spridgets list > Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! > > Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 > seconds or so. > > The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you > southerners are OK. > > No damage in our area, but I did hear of a broken water main in Valley > Forge. > > The boss just said, "It's over. Back to work." (Party pooper.) > Allen Hefner > Norristown, PA > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Tue Aug 23 13:54:04 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:54:04 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20110823195404.ECTRA.92239.root@cdptpa-web16-z02> >From northern NJ and eastern PA up to southern Maine is all seismic zone 2A. (Most of the west coast is zone 3 or 4.) http://www.partneresi.com/Resources/Seismic_Zone_Map_Partner.pdf > Kewl! Philly area just had an earthquake! My office floor shook for 30 > seconds or so. > > The news says it was a 5.8 centered in VA somewhere. Hope all you > southerners are OK. From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 14:19:04 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:19:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: One of my (2) daughters living in Harrisonburg, VA texted me 5 minutes after it happened. Epicenter thought to be in Mineral, VA. Felt in NYC. Other daughter living in Orange, VA said power was shut down; nuclear. Spoke with my X, who was babysitting for daughter that let me know about it and she said she 'heard' a noise like a jet...but realized it wasn't one when the house started to shake. From grunthaner at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 14:22:24 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:22:24 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] What to do in Michigan In-Reply-To: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> References: <9dm03d$cq8h0o@email.mtu.edu> Message-ID: Thanks for the pics Tim, I missed this because of a wedding but was only 50 miles away. I read about the Firebird kit for the Camaro in a local paper costing 8K and the cars were at the show. Did you see them? Lin On Sun, Aug 21, 2011 at 2:17 PM, Tim Collins wrote: > People in Michigan are cruising. Woodward Dream Cruise and Back to the > Bricks in Flint. Here's an album from the Woodward Dream Cruise. Picture 74 > out of 145 is a nice Sprite. Note the grill badge. From one of the 50th > celebrations?? Don't know the owner. > https://picasaweb.google.com/**102422828911905928091/** > Woodward2011Evening# > > What Rick Fisk doesn't tell you about Saturday is the storms. Thousands of > customers were without electricity, trees were blown down, roads were > flooded, etc. - and he was playing with his ultralight!! Rick's the man!!! > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/**12702006 at N07/sets/______________________________ > **_________________ > > 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@**gmail.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 14:25:13 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:25:13 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> References: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Message-ID: My sincere condolences, Leo, to you and your family. God bless you. Herb From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 14:32:21 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:32:21 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil, now gas In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: "molecular level"....Play on words. I have a nephew that teaches 'Molecular Biology' at U of O, I'll ask him. Herb On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 8:08 AM, Allen Hefner wrote: > Speaking of oil, I just heard an ad for Exxon/Mobil that says their > gasoline > works "at a molecular level." > > What the heck does that mean?!? > > Allen Hefner > Norristown, PA From jpaschke at bak.rr.com Tue Aug 23 14:43:02 2011 From: jpaschke at bak.rr.com (Jon Paschke) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:43:02 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: References: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> Message-ID: <4E5410D6.50504@bak.rr.com> My friend has built this guitar for Breast Cancer Awareness, check the Facebook page and "like" it. I got to paint the guitar. http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Breast-Cancer-Charity-Guitar/155312131170103 It is to be auctioned off for the Susan G Koman Foundation. Jon On 8/23/2011 1:25 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > My sincere condolences, Leo, to you and your family. > God bless you. > Herb > _______________________________________________ > > 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/jpaschke at bak.rr.com From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Tue Aug 23 15:11:35 2011 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:11:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1314133895.88589.YahooMailNeo@web36807.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I was on the top (6th) floor of our building in Long Island City, Queens. My monitor and chair gently rocked back and forth for maybe 30 seconds or so. Lots of the mostly younger employees got up and ran for the stairs. I just hung out where I was as there was a whole lot less stuff above me where I was than would have been while descending. Really wasn't a big deal at least in NYC. Haven't yet heard if anything was damaged in VA. - David Booker From cnaarndt at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 15:53:14 2011 From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:53:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] I wish Steve McQueen drove my car..... In-Reply-To: <1314042322.33947.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1314042322.33947.YahooMailNeo@web160802.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Fellow Listers, I just returned from my yearly trip to Monterey to help my buddy ( http://www.classicshowcase.com/) sell cars. We brought 19 and sold 13 making money on all of them. RM was the best with 6 of 7 cars sold. Our own 1967 911S soft top Targa was parked next to the the Steve McQueen '67 911S for two days, and people all day long were telling me that I was crazy in thinking that it would bring over a million dollars... well I have one free dinner out of that bet. BTW ours sold with a hammer price of $165K with the buyers commission which I believe is 10%. I was there at Christie's Auction in Monterey several years ago when the McQueen Ferrari Luso sold for double it's high estimate. However his 911S was TEN TIMES what and equal car would have sold for, so this Steve McQueen connection is getting ridiculous. Bonham's had a very nice MkII Sprite for sale with a $10-15K estimate (you couldn't build it for that price). There was also a totally original, period Bugeye race car at the very prestigious Concours D'Elegance at the Quail Lodge. I had a very nice talk with the owner and have pictures is anyone is interested. Big Healey wise, good friends Kurt Tanner, and Tom Rocke also had very nice Healeys at the RM Auction a Phase one BJ8 ($70K) and a BN7 two seat tri-carb ($112.5K) respectively. There were at least two former Kurt Tanner BJ8's and two 100s at Russo Steele, another beautiful Tanner Black w/ red interior BJ8 at Gooding, and finally several OK big Healeys at Mecum and Bonham's. Pebble Beach Concours was awesome as usual, and there was a nice Swallow Doretti there plus there were no less than four of one of my favorite cars, the 1953 Siata 208S at Monterey this past week, two red ones a silver and a black, AND one owned by Steve McQueen... go figure. Fun week but I'm exhausted. Cheers, Curt On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 12:45 PM, Edward Perez wrote: > > http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2011/08/20/porsche-once-owned-by-steve-mcqueen > -sells-for-1375-million/ > > > > Edward Perez > Summerville, SC > 78 Midget (1275) > http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ From froggi60 at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:01:08 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:01:08 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] breast cancer awareness In-Reply-To: <4E5410D6.50504@bak.rr.com> References: <000001cc61a5$e36e5a60$aa4b0f20$@net> <4E5410D6.50504@bak.rr.com> Message-ID: My youngest daughter did the three-day "Relay for Life" in NY. I'm so proud of her. Herb On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 1:43 PM, Jon Paschke wrote: > My friend has built this guitar for Breast Cancer Awareness, check the > Facebook page and "like" it. I got to paint the guitar. > http://www.facebook.com/#!/**pages/Breast-Cancer-Charity-** > Guitar/155312131170103 > It is to be auctioned off for the Susan G Koman Foundation. > Jon From b-evans at earthlink.net Tue Aug 23 16:09:42 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:09:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once a year even if you move around." Now, Jim, we have been having this argument for several years, now. Yes, I know that as a Weather Fabricator you are biased. But let's get some facts on the table. These come from the U.S. Geological Survey and your old outfit, NOAA. 1 If you live in California, you will be in thousands of quakes a year. But, they are so insignificant you do not even feel them. 2. The estimates that there are millions of earthquakes throughout America each year. Again, you folks in Virginia, Florida and the rest of the country simply do not feel them. 3. There have been far more fatalities from tornados than from earthquakes since they began keeping records. 4. Alaska skews the earthquake records for all of the U.S., having the top 10 earthquakes in magnitude, and 13 of the top 20 (Hawaii, Missouri and California accounting for the rest. 5. Only 2 people have died in earthquakes since 2000, according to the USGS, while the National Weather Service claims there have been 3. In the same period of time, there have been 1,150 deaths in tornados. 6. Since 1955 (a cut-off year used, for whatever reason, by the NWS in separating data), 4,721 people have met death in tornados, but only 379 in earthquakes. If you are interested in annual comparisons: Year T E 1955 129 1 1956 83 1957 193 1 1958 67 1959 58 28 1960 46 1961 52 1962 30 1963 31 1964 73 128 1965 301 7 1966 98 1967 114 1968 131 1969 66 1 1970 73 1971 159 65 1972 27 1973 89 1974 366 1975 60 2 1976 44 1977 43 1978 53 1979 84 1980 28 1981 24 1982 64 1983 34 2 1984 122 1985 94 1986 15 1987 59 9 1988 32 1989 50 64 1990 53 1991 39 2 1992 39 3 1993 33 2 1994 69 60 1995 30 1 1996 25 1997 67 1998 130 1999 94 2000 40 2001 40 2002 55 2003 54 3 2004 35 2005 38 2006 67 2007 81 2008 125 2009 21 2010 45 2011 549 So go West young man, to California where you will be safe! Buster Evans From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:13:49 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:13:49 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Oil, now gas In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: It's hogwash. Basic chemistry tells us that every chemical reaction takes place on the "molecular level".... Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 3:32 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > "molecular level"....Play on words. > > I have a nephew that teaches 'Molecular Biology' at U of O, I'll ask him. > > Herb > > > > On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 8:08 AM, Allen Hefner wrote: > > > Speaking of oil, I just heard an ad for Exxon/Mobil that says their > > gasoline > > works "at a molecular level." > > > > What the heck does that mean?!? > > > > Allen Hefner > > Norristown, PA > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From frog.aye at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:19:18 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:19:18 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Message-ID: And let's not forget about blizzards. Blizzards kill people! Blizzards KILL people. I don't have any numbers but BLIZZARDS KILL PEOPLE! Hal On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM, Robert Evans wrote: > Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once a > year even if you move around." > > Now, Jim, we have been having this argument for several years, now. Yes, I > know that as a Weather Fabricator you are biased. But let's get some facts > on the table. These come from the U.S. Geological Survey and your old > outfit, NOAA. > > 1 If you live in California, you will be in thousands of quakes a year. > But, they are so insignificant you do not even feel them. > 2. The estimates that there are millions of earthquakes throughout America > each year. Again, you folks in Virginia, Florida and the rest of the > country simply do not feel them. > 3. There have been far more fatalities from tornados than from earthquakes > since they began keeping records. > 4. Alaska skews the earthquake records for all of the U.S., having the top > 10 earthquakes in magnitude, and 13 of the top 20 (Hawaii, Missouri and > California accounting for the rest. > 5. Only 2 people have died in earthquakes since 2000, according to the > USGS, while the National Weather Service claims there have been 3. In the > same period of time, there have been 1,150 deaths in tornados. > 6. Since 1955 (a cut-off year used, for whatever reason, by the NWS in > separating data), 4,721 people have met death in tornados, but only 379 in > earthquakes. > > If you are interested in annual comparisons: > > Year T E > 1955 129 1 > 1956 83 > 1957 193 1 > 1958 67 > 1959 58 28 > 1960 46 > 1961 52 > 1962 30 > 1963 31 > 1964 73 128 > 1965 301 7 > 1966 98 > 1967 114 > 1968 131 > 1969 66 1 > 1970 73 > 1971 159 65 > 1972 27 > 1973 89 > 1974 366 > 1975 60 2 > 1976 44 > 1977 43 > 1978 53 > 1979 84 > 1980 28 > 1981 24 > 1982 64 > 1983 34 2 > 1984 122 > 1985 94 > 1986 15 > 1987 59 9 > 1988 32 > 1989 50 64 > 1990 53 > 1991 39 2 > 1992 39 3 > 1993 33 2 > 1994 69 60 > 1995 30 1 > 1996 25 > 1997 67 > 1998 130 > 1999 94 > 2000 40 > 2001 40 > 2002 55 > 2003 54 3 > 2004 35 > 2005 38 > 2006 67 > 2007 81 > 2008 125 > 2009 21 > 2010 45 > 2011 549 > > So go West young man, to California where you will be safe! > > Buster Evans > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:24:14 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:24:14 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Message-ID: Exactly. You prove my point. You are far more likely to be in an earthquake than to encounter a tornado. I didn't say a thing about fatalities, did I? Now, let's get real. How many thousands died in Japan recently which is located on the same seismic ring that s across California. Geologists (recall that my brother is one) have calculated the odds of a 6.7 California Earthquake in the next 30 years as 99%. The same USGS that you just cited says: "The likelihood of a major quake of magnitude 7.5 or greater in the next 30 years is 46%-and such a quake is most likely to occur in the southern half of the state." I can have a reasonable chance of predicting a tornado about 2 days out. What are your chances of predicting the BIG one that far out? Also, I can SEE and avoid a tornado. How do you avoid an earthquake? Your choice, but I'd live along the Pacific Rim Seismic Region only under duress. Cheers! Jim On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 5:09 PM, Robert Evans wrote: > Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once a > year even if you move around." > > Now, Jim, we have been having this argument for several years, now. Yes, I > know that as a Weather Fabricator you are biased. But let's get some facts > on the table. These come from the U.S. Geological Survey and your old > outfit, NOAA. > > 1 If you live in California, you will be in thousands of quakes a year. > But, they are so insignificant you do not even feel them. > 2. The estimates that there are millions of earthquakes throughout America > each year. Again, you folks in Virginia, Florida and the rest of the > country simply do not feel them. > 3. There have been far more fatalities from tornados than from earthquakes > since they began keeping records. > 4. Alaska skews the earthquake records for all of the U.S., having the top > 10 earthquakes in magnitude, and 13 of the top 20 (Hawaii, Missouri and > California accounting for the rest. > 5. Only 2 people have died in earthquakes since 2000, according to the > USGS, while the National Weather Service claims there have been 3. In the > same period of time, there have been 1,150 deaths in tornados. > 6. Since 1955 (a cut-off year used, for whatever reason, by the NWS in > separating data), 4,721 people have met death in tornados, but only 379 in > earthquakes. > > If you are interested in annual comparisons: > > Year T E > 1955 129 1 > 1956 83 > 1957 193 1 > 1958 67 > 1959 58 28 > 1960 46 > 1961 52 > 1962 30 > 1963 31 > 1964 73 128 > 1965 301 7 > 1966 98 > 1967 114 > 1968 131 > 1969 66 1 > 1970 73 > 1971 159 65 > 1972 27 > 1973 89 > 1974 366 > 1975 60 2 > 1976 44 > 1977 43 > 1978 53 > 1979 84 > 1980 28 > 1981 24 > 1982 64 > 1983 34 2 > 1984 122 > 1985 94 > 1986 15 > 1987 59 9 > 1988 32 > 1989 50 64 > 1990 53 > 1991 39 2 > 1992 39 3 > 1993 33 2 > 1994 69 60 > 1995 30 1 > 1996 25 > 1997 67 > 1998 130 > 1999 94 > 2000 40 > 2001 40 > 2002 55 > 2003 54 3 > 2004 35 > 2005 38 > 2006 67 > 2007 81 > 2008 125 > 2009 21 > 2010 45 > 2011 549 > > So go West young man, to California where you will be safe! > > Buster Evans > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Tue Aug 23 16:28:13 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:28:13 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Is that some sort of shelter?? :) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > Your choice, but I'd live along the Pacific Rim Seismic Region only > under duress. From bmwwxman at gmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:28:32 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:28:32 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Message-ID: True, Hal. But car accidents take more lives than any of the things mentioned short of nuclear war. Hey!! Let's outlaw cars!! ;-) Blizzards, like everything else mentioned, are a calculated risk. Kansas looses on average one life a year to blizzards. (Direct result - not snow shoveling heart attacks). The current population of the state is about 2,818,000. So your odds are about 300,000 to one of dying in a blizzard. Cheers!! Jim On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 5:19 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > And let's not forget about blizzards. Blizzards kill people! Blizzards > KILL people. > I don't have any numbers but BLIZZARDS KILL PEOPLE! > Hal > > On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM, Robert Evans wrote: > >> Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once >> a >> year even if you move around." >> >> Now, Jim, we have been having this argument for several years, now. Yes, >> I >> know that as a Weather Fabricator you are biased. But let's get some >> facts >> on the table. These come from the U.S. Geological Survey and your old >> outfit, NOAA. >> >> 1 If you live in California, you will be in thousands of quakes a year. >> But, they are so insignificant you do not even feel them. >> 2. The estimates that there are millions of earthquakes throughout >> America >> each year. Again, you folks in Virginia, Florida and the rest of the >> country simply do not feel them. >> 3. There have been far more fatalities from tornados than from >> earthquakes >> since they began keeping records. >> 4. Alaska skews the earthquake records for all of the U.S., having the >> top >> 10 earthquakes in magnitude, and 13 of the top 20 (Hawaii, Missouri and >> California accounting for the rest. >> 5. Only 2 people have died in earthquakes since 2000, according to the >> USGS, while the National Weather Service claims there have been 3. In the >> same period of time, there have been 1,150 deaths in tornados. >> 6. Since 1955 (a cut-off year used, for whatever reason, by the NWS in >> separating data), 4,721 people have met death in tornados, but only 379 in >> earthquakes. >> >> If you are interested in annual comparisons: >> >> Year T E >> 1955 129 1 >> 1956 83 >> 1957 193 1 >> 1958 67 >> 1959 58 28 >> 1960 46 >> 1961 52 >> 1962 30 >> 1963 31 >> 1964 73 128 >> 1965 301 7 >> 1966 98 >> 1967 114 >> 1968 131 >> 1969 66 1 >> 1970 73 >> 1971 159 65 >> 1972 27 >> 1973 89 >> 1974 366 >> 1975 60 2 >> 1976 44 >> 1977 43 >> 1978 53 >> 1979 84 >> 1980 28 >> 1981 24 >> 1982 64 >> 1983 34 2 >> 1984 122 >> 1985 94 >> 1986 15 >> 1987 59 9 >> 1988 32 >> 1989 50 64 >> 1990 53 >> 1991 39 2 >> 1992 39 3 >> 1993 33 2 >> 1994 69 60 >> 1995 30 1 >> 1996 25 >> 1997 67 >> 1998 130 >> 1999 94 >> 2000 40 >> 2001 40 >> 2002 55 >> 2003 54 3 >> 2004 35 >> 2005 38 >> 2006 67 >> 2007 81 >> 2008 125 >> 2009 21 >> 2010 45 >> 2011 549 >> >> So go West young man, to California where you will be safe! >> >> Buster Evans >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: >> http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com >> >> > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 23 16:56:46 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:56:46 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <40DE70482D61440887A4362A986E4D7C@spider> Anita has one of those ...I think. ==================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave KK7SS Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 3:28 PM To: spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Is that some sort of shelter?? :) =============================================== Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA ======================== ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > Your choice, but I'd live along the Pacific Rim Seismic Region only > under duress. _______________________________________________ From billmasq at hotmail.com Tue Aug 23 16:58:50 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:58:50 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: , <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Good Jim- keep it up! Anything to keep more of the mass migration slowed a bit is good! The west coast is a TERRIBLE place, DON'T move here!! (so long as I am here in the west we can now seal the borders) BillM > ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > > > Your choice, but I'd live along the Pacific Rim Seismic Region only > > under duress. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Tue Aug 23 21:38:58 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:38:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: , <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> You know, its funny, I was actually down in Virginia today, twelve stories underground at the secret lab where we test new "gadgets"...and I didn't notice anything...at least nothing out of the ordinary. From robert.duquette at me.com Wed Aug 24 06:21:58 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:21:58 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Message-ID: <52342556-7E9E-4248-90B3-D50C02887A0D@me.com> Kansas gets blizzards?? Are you talking about the Dairy Queen type of blizzard? Mother Nature can be vengeful! Robert > > Blizzards, like everything else mentioned, are a calculated risk. Kansas > looses > on average one life a year to blizzards. (Direct result - not snow > shoveling heart attacks). > The current population of the state is about 2,818,000. So your odds are > about 300,000 to one of dying in a blizzard. > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 5:19 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > >> And let's not forget about blizzards. Blizzards kill people! Blizzards >> KILL people. >> I don't have any numbers but BLIZZARDS KILL PEOPLE! >> Hal >> >> On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM, Robert Evans wrote: >> >>> Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once >>> a >>> year even if you move around." >>> >>> Now, Jim, we have been having this argument for several years, now. Yes, >>> I >>> know that as a Weather Fabricator you are biased. But let's get some >>> facts >>> on the table. These come from the U.S. Geological Survey and your old >>> outfit, NOAA. >>> >>> 1 If you live in California, you will be in thousands of quakes a year. >>> But, they are so insignificant you do not even feel them. >>> 2. The estimates that there are millions of earthquakes throughout >>> America >>> each year. Again, you folks in Virginia, Florida and the rest of the >>> country simply do not feel them. >>> 3. There have been far more fatalities from tornados than from >>> earthquakes >>> since they began keeping records. >>> 4. Alaska skews the earthquake records for all of the U.S., having the >>> top >>> 10 earthquakes in magnitude, and 13 of the top 20 (Hawaii, Missouri and >>> California accounting for the rest. >>> 5. Only 2 people have died in earthquakes since 2000, according to the >>> USGS, while the National Weather Service claims there have been 3. In the >>> same period of time, there have been 1,150 deaths in tornados. >>> 6. Since 1955 (a cut-off year used, for whatever reason, by the NWS in >>> separating data), 4,721 people have met death in tornados, but only 379 in >>> earthquakes. >>> >>> If you are interested in annual comparisons: >>> >>> Year T E >>> 1955 129 1 >>> 1956 83 >>> 1957 193 1 >>> 1958 67 >>> 1959 58 28 >>> 1960 46 >>> 1961 52 >>> 1962 30 >>> 1963 31 >>> 1964 73 128 >>> 1965 301 7 >>> 1966 98 >>> 1967 114 >>> 1968 131 >>> 1969 66 1 >>> 1970 73 >>> 1971 159 65 >>> 1972 27 >>> 1973 89 >>> 1974 366 >>> 1975 60 2 >>> 1976 44 >>> 1977 43 >>> 1978 53 >>> 1979 84 >>> 1980 28 >>> 1981 24 >>> 1982 64 >>> 1983 34 2 >>> 1984 122 >>> 1985 94 >>> 1986 15 >>> 1987 59 9 >>> 1988 32 >>> 1989 50 64 >>> 1990 53 >>> 1991 39 2 >>> 1992 39 3 >>> 1993 33 2 >>> 1994 69 60 >>> 1995 30 1 >>> 1996 25 >>> 1997 67 >>> 1998 130 >>> 1999 94 >>> 2000 40 >>> 2001 40 >>> 2002 55 >>> 2003 54 3 >>> 2004 35 >>> 2005 38 >>> 2006 67 >>> 2007 81 >>> 2008 125 >>> 2009 21 >>> 2010 45 >>> 2011 549 >>> >>> So go West young man, to California where you will be safe! >>> >>> Buster Evans >>> ___________________ From refisk at chartermi.net Wed Aug 24 07:16:29 2011 From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:16:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <52342556-7E9E-4248-90B3-D50C02887A0D@me.com> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> <52342556-7E9E-4248-90B3-D50C02887A0D@me.com> Message-ID: <00035A06-86FA-4D55-A2A8-F5F9B9FC2994@chartermi.net> 5.8 earthquake - pfffft. You get shook up worse driving your car to the grocery store than you do in a 5.8 earthquake. However, an F1 tornado can kill you. Rick lived in SoCal for 24 years Sent from my iPad On Aug 24, 2011, at 8:21 AM, Robert Duquette wrote: > Kansas gets blizzards?? Are you talking about the Dairy Queen type of blizzard? > > Mother Nature can be vengeful! > > Robert From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 24 07:29:39 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:29:39 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> Message-ID: <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> At 10:38 PM 8/23/2011, Dean Hedin wrote: >You know, its funny, I was actually down in Virginia today, twelve stories >underground at the secret lab where we test new "gadgets". Some secret From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 07:34:31 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 06:34:31 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] mechanics r us Message-ID: http://www.arcamax.com/newspics/24/2401/240194.gif From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 08:03:04 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:03:04 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net><1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <44EDAAD09C4548CD9A5D01FA4C87576A@spider> Maybe he works here? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla%27s_oscillator ====================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Peter Caldwell Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 6:30 AM To: 'spridget list' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! At 10:38 PM 8/23/2011, Dean Hedin wrote: >You know, its funny, I was actually down in Virginia today, twelve stories >underground at the secret lab where we test new "gadgets". Some secret _______________________________________________ From derf247 at gmail.com Wed Aug 24 08:15:08 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:15:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <44EDAAD09C4548CD9A5D01FA4C87576A@spider> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <44EDAAD09C4548CD9A5D01FA4C87576A@spider> Message-ID: Great, now you got all of us on another government list. On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 9:03 AM, wrote: > Maybe he works here? > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla%27s_oscillator From rbastedo at gmail.com Wed Aug 24 08:16:11 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:16:11 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets EARTHQUAKE!!! Message-ID: Yes, if all of you move here we won't be able to buy old Spridgets for $500 any more. Stay where you are, it's DANGEROUS here. We have active volcanoes and earthquakes and floods of biblical proportion and disease carrying mosquitoes and and and... Yes, that should do it. Rick (i'm so scared right now) Bastedo _______________________________________ From: Bill Masquelier To: spridget list Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:58:50 -0700 Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Good Jim- keep it up! Anything to keep more of the mass migration slowed a bit is good! The west coast is a TERRIBLE place, DON'T move here!! (so long as I am here in the west we can now seal the borders) BillM From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Wed Aug 24 08:29:49 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:29:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] mechanics r us In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20110824142949.F00FG.10535.root@cdptpa-web21-z01> should somebody tell him he's working on the wrong end? > http://www.arcamax.com/newspics/24/2401/240194.gif From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 24 08:46:42 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:46:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] mechanics r us In-Reply-To: <20110824142949.F00FG.10535.root@cdptpa-web21-z01> Message-ID: <575339304.956289.1314197202321.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> He's right! He *does* need a mechanic ! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- bjshov8 at tx.rr.com wrote: > should somebody tell him he's working on the wrong end? From kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Aug 24 08:59:20 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:59:20 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <1288260369.1093020.1314197926834.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <573822459.1093044.1314197960321.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> The problem with that theory, is that all the cheap Spridgets seem to be on the other coast. Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rick Bastedo" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 7:16:11 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Spridgets EARTHQUAKE!!! Yes, if all of you move here we won't be able to buy old Spridgets for $500 any more. From lbc77mg at gmail.com Wed Aug 24 09:10:40 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:10:40 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net> <1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net> Message-ID: Well, the earthquake caused no damage to PA. I am still waiting for the promised aftershocks. Next up, Hurricane Irene should hit Philly on Sunday and it is expected to be Cat 2. I live about 150' from the Schuylkill River, but about 40' up the hill, so I should be safe. I may have some kewl pics, though. The people who live along Port Indian Dr (across from Valley Forge Natl. Hist. Park) right by the water have to move their cars and boats to high ground every time it floods. And they have the expensive houses with the expensive flood insurance. What's next...a METEOR?!?!? Maybe I'll watch 2012 this weekend. 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 Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 6:19 PM, Hal Faulkner wrote: > And let's not forget about blizzards. Blizzards kill people! Blizzards > KILL people. > I don't have any numbers but BLIZZARDS KILL PEOPLE! > Hal > > On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM, Robert Evans > wrote: > > > Jim Johnson wrote: "You will be in a California earthquake at least once > a > > year even if you move around." From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 24 09:22:31 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:22:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1489888097.956793.1314199351863.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Even worse !! Politicians "stumping" Help!!!! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Allen Hefner" wrote: > > What's next...a METEOR?!?!? Maybe I'll watch 2012 this weekend. From eap2140 at yahoo.com Wed Aug 24 09:26:43 2011 From: eap2140 at yahoo.com (Edward Perez) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:26:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <44EDAAD09C4548CD9A5D01FA4C87576A@spider> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net><1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <44EDAAD09C4548CD9A5D01FA4C87576A@spider> Message-ID: <1314199603.78659.YahooMailNeo@web160818.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> After Washington DC realized that the earthquake was nothing to worry about, they took to Twitter to joke about the source of the quake. Some of the best ones below: @TPCarney: Krugman says it wasn't big enough. @comradescott: Evidently the quake occurred on a little known fault line outside of DC called "Bush's Fault". #tcot #p2 @calebhowe: Breaking: Obama administration points out they "inherited" fault lines from previous administrations. @MaizeBlueNation: Fox News claims the Washington monument is leaning to the right, MSNBC claims it's leaning to the left. More news at 11. @charliespiering: I won't stop shaking until Obama makes a speech telling me that everything is ok and that he has a plan @Ben_Howe: As all of DC leaves work at the same time, the United States experiences a brief economic recovery. @daveweigel: Was all set to loot in Dupont circle, then realized all we have are taco and cupcake stores. @BrianHughes_: I wish I owned a bar in D.C. right now. #chaching @politicoroger POLITICO had the earthquake story yesterday. Edward Perez Summerville, SC 78 Midget (1275) http://www.flickr.com/photos/lbc_newbie/ ________________________________ From: "corvallis at peoplepc.com" To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 10:03 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Maybe he works here? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla%27s_oscillator ====================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Peter Caldwell Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 6:30 AM To: 'spridget list' Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! At 10:38 PM 8/23/2011, Dean Hedin wrote: >You know, its funny, I was actually down in Virginia today, twelve stories >underground at the secret lab where we test new "gadgets". Some secret _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 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/eap2140 at yahoo.com From mdrowe at optonline.net Wed Aug 24 09:31:14 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:31:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC Secret Lab In-Reply-To: <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <1387063090.949115.1314138493141.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1D9C84D957324A24897C2E3262B05198@blackbox2> <201108240629238.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <8CADAB5DE6D040579845629A61B1BF85@Home> >>You know, its funny, I was actually down in Virginia today, twelve stories >>underground at the secret lab where we test new "gadgets". I know that place. Our guys went down there to test the alien DNA after their ship crashed just south of Brookhaven National Lab. The local people thought we had a secret underground lab on-site, but we fooled them. It was in VA. See http://www.bibliotecapleyades.net/bb/ford.htm for a good giggle. My wife was in the middle of this, and for a time was internationally famous in UFO circles for saying the following: "Well, I believe there are aliens out there somewhere in the Universe, but we don't have any here." This spread instantly around the world as, "Mona Rowe, Spokesperson for Brookhaven National Lab says, 'I believe there are aliens out there.'" They're everywhere! They're everywhere! Michael Rowe From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 09:59:51 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:59:51 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Spridgets EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <86CC51EE6A2644C7A68EC5A2C94A6F81@spider> ...and all of the new housing is being built on existing floodplain. :-) ======================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bastedo Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 7:16 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Spridgets EARTHQUAKE!!! Yes, if all of you move here we won't be able to buy old Spridgets for $500 any more. Stay where you are, it's DANGEROUS here. We have active volcanoes and earthquakes and floods of biblical proportion and disease carrying mosquitoes and and and... Yes, that should do it. Rick (i'm so scared right now) Bastedo _______________________________________ From: Bill Masquelier To: spridget list Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:58:50 -0700 Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! Good Jim- keep it up! Anything to keep more of the mass migration slowed a bit is good! The west coast is a TERRIBLE place, DON'T move here!! (so long as I am here in the west we can now seal the borders) BillM _______________________________________________ From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Wed Aug 24 11:16:15 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:16:15 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: I've blocked a couple hundred domain names, so I think that has helped trim it down. :-) Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > Date: Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:36:20 -0700 > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] has some one Data mined Team.net? > From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com > To: bugeye15 at hotmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net > > > My Junk folder has EXPLODED with scams and spams, up to about 50 a day. > Only 50 per day??? That's rich. I get that in a hour. I just select them all > and hit the junk button. From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 11:54:38 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:54:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Message-ID: Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) http://www.97330.com/Circlips_brakeAndFuelLine.jpg From mdrowe at optonline.net Wed Aug 24 17:07:12 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:07:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LCB The Duke Message-ID: <448CFB9E8C234BE2A3623009FB21B542@Home> Did anyone else get the wonderful offer from the Duke of Buckingham sent from a site in Nepal? Michael Rowe Personal Assistant From herby at herbytoys.com Wed Aug 24 18:14:23 2011 From: herby at herbytoys.com (Herby) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:14:23 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! In-Reply-To: <00035A06-86FA-4D55-A2A8-F5F9B9FC2994@chartermi.net> References: <02f101cc61c3$6b3368b0$419a3a10$@net><1314124968.11878.YahooMailClassic@web180606.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><031701cc61e1$5c5a7630$150f6290$@net><52342556-7E9E-4248-90B3-D50C02887A0D@me.com> <00035A06-86FA-4D55-A2A8-F5F9B9FC2994@chartermi.net> Message-ID: <5B0FE865BBE74600B7709E743572A5DF@HERBYZ> We had a 3.6 here last night. Centered about 5 miles away. Never even woke me up. Had another 3.6 this morning. Never noticed it. Herby 62 MKII Sprite (Herbytoy) 00 Dakota R/T (the DD toy) herby at herbytoys.com www.herbytoys.com -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Rick Fisk Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 6:16 AM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] EARTHQUAKE!!! 5.8 earthquake - pfffft. You get shook up worse driving your car to the grocery store than you do in a 5.8 earthquake. However, an F1 tornado can kill you. Rick lived in SoCal for 24 years Sent from my iPad From dlh2001 at comcast.net Wed Aug 24 19:27:30 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:27:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> Thanks for posting. There was another brake clip on my Bugeye. It holds the brake line going to the rear of the car along the passenger foot well. Anybody got a picture of that one? -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of corvallis at peoplepc.com Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 1:55 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) http://www.97330.com/Circlips_brakeAndFuelLine.jpg Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 24 19:40:20 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:40:20 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LCB The Duke In-Reply-To: <448CFB9E8C234BE2A3623009FB21B542@Home> Message-ID: <377409212.964997.1314236420551.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Naah! He doesn't speak to me anymore :^( I think he's miffed at me. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Michael Rowe" wrote: > Did anyone else get the wonderful offer from the Duke of Buckingham > sent from a site in Nepal? From dwoerpel at wi.net Wed Aug 24 19:53:03 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:53:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> References: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> Message-ID: <4E55AAFF.80804@wi.net> You mean the kind that look like little bobby-pins that are also used to hold the fuel line to the channel rail under the floor? Can't find a picture right now but will work on it. Dave W. On 8/24/2011 8:27 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > Thanks for posting. > > There was another brake clip on my Bugeye. It holds the brake line > going to the rear of the car along the passenger foot well. > > Anybody got a picture of that one? > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > corvallis at peoplepc.com > Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 1:55 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line& brake line circlips > > Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line > and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. > > .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 20:24:07 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:24:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: <4E55AAFF.80804@wi.net> References: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> <4E55AAFF.80804@wi.net> Message-ID: <1C79B1D111C54E0ABDD061B26FA800F6@spider> These are the hairpins: http://www.97330.com/Circlips_brakeAndFuelLine.jpg Sounds like the Bugeye has the line running inside the footwell? =============================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 6:53 PM Cc: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips You mean the kind that look like little bobby-pins that are also used to hold the fuel line to the channel rail under the floor? Can't find a picture right now but will work on it. Dave W. ================================================= On 8/24/2011 8:27 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > Thanks for posting. > > There was another brake clip on my Bugeye. It holds the brake line > going to the rear of the car along the passenger foot well. > > Anybody got a picture of that one? >======================================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > corvallis at peoplepc.com > Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 1:55 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line& brake line circlips > > Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line > and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. > > .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) _______________________________________________ From cnaarndt at gmail.com Wed Aug 24 20:34:51 2011 From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:34:51 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> References: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> Message-ID: Dean, Here are some photos of the brake line in the passenger foot-well. Curt '60 AN5 :{) On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 6:27 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > Thanks for posting. > > There was another brake clip on my Bugeye. It holds the brake line > going to the rear of the car along the passenger foot well. > > Anybody got a picture of that one? > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > corvallis at peoplepc.com > Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 1:55 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips > > Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line > and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. > > .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) > > http://www.97330.com/Circlips_brakeAndFuelLine.jpg > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/dlh2001 at comcast.net > _______________________________________________ > > 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 [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_5241.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_5242.JPG] From b-evans at earthlink.net Wed Aug 24 20:43:58 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:43:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Today's cartoons: Not earthquake-ready | scare, earthquake, seismic - Opinion - The Orange County Register Message-ID: <03e401cc62d0$d79b71b0$86d25510$@net> http://www.ocregister.com/articles/scare-313535-earthquake-seismic.html?pic= 1 From corvallis at peoplepc.com Wed Aug 24 20:54:47 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:54:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: References: <4DCD53604C1F4B96898373AB9FDEF8BA@blackbox2> Message-ID: <8407EA2E00EC48F6A8D0C4DF18517E2A@spider> I would clean off the area there and anchor it with a bead of silicon sealer. That's how I anchored the one underneath my 1969. .bill in corvallis _____ From: Curt/Nancy Arndt [mailto:cnaarndt at gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 7:35 PM To: Dean Hedin Cc: corvallis at peoplepc.com; dwoerpel at wi.net; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Dean, Here are some photos of the brake line in the passenger foot-well. Curt '60 AN5 :{) On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 6:27 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: Thanks for posting. There was another brake clip on my Bugeye. It holds the brake line going to the rear of the car along the passenger foot well. Anybody got a picture of that one? From b-evans at earthlink.net Wed Aug 24 21:14:57 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:14:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] This is the one.... Message-ID: <03ef01cc62d5$2b84eeb0$828ecc10$@net> http://www.ocregister.com/articles/scare-313535-earthquake-seismic.html?pic From bmwwxman at gmail.com Wed Aug 24 23:06:15 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:06:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LCB The Duke In-Reply-To: <377409212.964997.1314236420551.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <448CFB9E8C234BE2A3623009FB21B542@Home> <377409212.964997.1314236420551.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Obviously someone who doesn't follow the nobility in the UK. There has been no "Duke of Buckingham" in about 150 years... Cheers!! Jim On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 8:40 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > Naah! He doesn't speak to me anymore :^( > I think he's miffed at me. > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Michael Rowe" wrote: > > > Did anyone else get the wonderful offer from the Duke of Buckingham > > sent from a site in Nepal? > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 24 23:11:47 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:11:47 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LCB The Duke In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <2111390819.966865.1314249107881.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I thought it had been a while.... my, how time flies.... -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > Obviously someone who doesn't follow the nobility in the UK. There has > been no "Duke of Buckingham" in about 150 years... > > Cheers!! > Jim > > > On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 8:40 PM, Dave KK7SS < kk7ss at frontier.com > > wrote: > > > Naah! He doesn't speak to me anymore :^( > I think he's miffed at me. From b-evans at earthlink.net Thu Aug 25 00:39:58 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:39:58 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Ooops! Hit the wrong key! RE: Today's cartoons: In-Reply-To: <03e401cc62d0$d79b71b0$86d25510$@net> References: <03e401cc62d0$d79b71b0$86d25510$@net> Message-ID: <045601cc62f1$cf2b17d0$6d814770$@net> Sorry! This is the proper cartoon site: http://images.onset.freedom.com/ocregister/gallery/lqfsnu-b78838489z.1201108 24073202000g8s11gubj.1.jpg From alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com Thu Aug 25 05:02:16 2011 From: alan.east-jones at ntlworld.com (EASTJONES alan) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:02:16 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] : Re: EARTHQUAKE!!! Message-ID: What's an earthquake ? Alan Warwick UK I believe we might have had one many years ago , but I think we missed it . From sethamosjones at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 05:30:46 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:30:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Chevy Volt. . .Coal Burning (very little LBC) In-Reply-To: <4E4E9633.1050404@croakingfrog.net> References: <4E4E9633.1050404@croakingfrog.net> Message-ID: <40FBB5C1-C6B2-4298-8A20-E5D4CB987C15@gmail.com> What I want to know is, if you really do limit your driving to within the Volt's 40 mile electric range, and the engine never turns over for about a year or more, what happens the first time your batteries run out of juice? What happens to the gasoline as it sits in the gas tank all that time? Do I use Sta-bil on a new car that I'd drive daily about 8 miles every day for months on end? Personally, I can't understand why GM did this car. They had a lot of good electric car technology 15 years ago and scrapped it. The result was Toyota beat them to hybrid technology. GM is making the mistake of calling this an electric car, when in truth it's a hybrid and anyone with a brain knows that. I was at the chicago autoshow and visited the Volt display. They had some people pre programmed with GM double-talk telling us about all the features of the car and the most boring test track on the universe. We never exceeded 5mph, the car was silent, and the driver had no personality. What made absolutely no sense at all was the video game where you raced a volt at over 100 mph. From sethamosjones at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 05:43:03 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:43:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Illinois Bill to Expand Use of Antique Vehicles Signed Into Law In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On Aug 17, 2011 AD, at 1:22 PM, SEMA Action Network (SAN) wrote: > > To view this email as a web page, please follow this link > > > > Illinois Bill to Expand Use of Antique Vehicles Signed Into Law > > Legislation (H.B. 3256) to provide for an expanded-use antique vehicle registration class that would allow an tique vehicles and replicas to be driven without limitation during the warmer part of the year (April 1 through October 31) was signed into law by Governor Pat Quinn. Under the new law, expanded-use antiques are limited to traveling to and from car shows, exhibitions, servicing or demonstration during the colder months (November 1 through March 31). Regular antique vehicle registration is still available for a lower fee to hobbyists who would prefer only operating their vehicle on a limited-use basis throughout the year. The law becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2012. > > The expanded-use antique registration plate will be available at an annual fee of $45. The limited-use antique plate (travel to and from car shows, exhibitions, for servicing or demonstration) remains available at a fee of $13 for a two-year registration. A standard registration plate, with no use limitations, is available for an annual $98 registration fee. In Illinois, an antique vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle that is more than 25 years of age, a bonafide replica or a fire-fighting vehicle more than 20 years old which is not used as fire-fighting equipment. > > Thank you and congratulations to all who participated in supporting this bill! > > > > > > > Terms under which this service is provided to you: sema.org/disclaimer > > SEMA's mailing address: 1575 S. Valley Vista Dr., Diamond Bar, CA 91765 > > Copyright 2009. Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) > > This message was intended for: sethamosjones at gmail.com > You were added to the system May 28, 2008. For more information > click here. > Update your preferences | Unsubscribe From grunthaner at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 08:55:32 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:55:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I've got to look closer but I didn't see these when under 62 Sprite but I'll try and get a better look Bill, thanks. Lin On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 1:54 PM, wrote: > Someone wanted to know what the clips looked like that hold the fuel line > and brake line onto the underside of a Spridget. > > .bill in corvallis (sale of 1979 MG Midget is coming) > > http://www.97330.com/Circlips_brakeAndFuelLine.jpg > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Thu Aug 25 08:59:32 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:59:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Nasty Pipes In-Reply-To: References: <1314062657.19885.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: What he said ; ) Hey are the over riders on the Big Healeys the same as the Bugeye? Looks similar. Lin On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 11:27 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > Looks good....Sounds bitchin' > Herb > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Thu Aug 25 09:20:46 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:20:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Some LBC, and VW update with youtube. Message-ID: List, I'm trying to get my 67 VW bus out of the garage so I can get the Bugeye in and start stripping it then off to be media blasted but things around here have been slow due to family vacations. So here is an update as to where I am at with the bus. Installed fuel lines & battery yesterday. Youtube below; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvaEoXYSEN0&feature=player_embedded My thread hosted via thesamba.com: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=301897&start=540 I need to bleed the brakes and then I can fire her up and drive out of the garage. I decided not to polish all the jalousie windows but to install solid glass at least until spring being polishing takes so long. Although if she looks really good I may send out the jalousies and have someone else polish them as it will add to the value of the camper. My gaskets for the solid glass came in yesterday so I'm excited to get her road worthy especially being I need to get the Bugeye in for the build. The Bugeye project is just crazy being she is in very poor shape but I have new floors, rockers and prepared to purchase any metal necessary being Frank helped me locate and deliver this LBC. I have loads of links to help me with the project although I have lost 2 hard drives since I bought it (old computers not crappy user ...wink). Enjoy, Lin PS Preparing for our 1st NJ Hurricane of the season. Hey Frankie are you ready for this one? From peter at nosimport.com Thu Aug 25 09:33:44 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:33:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Wanted wiring harness Message-ID: <201108250833735.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Listerati.... A local friend/customer is in need of an un-mouse eaten rear wiring harness suitable for a 74 Midget... from the 2 plugs behind the dash back. The seatbelt wires are not needed. I'm not sure how many years' worth of cars might fit. I'm pretty sure the 67 harness from Gift Sprite wont work, but if it will, I'll give him that. Not in a rush. Thanks Peter C From cnaarndt at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 09:47:30 2011 From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:47:30 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Nasty Pipes In-Reply-To: References: <1314062657.19885.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: The over riders on the Bugeye are essentially the same as on the Austin Healey 100 with the exception that the 100 over riders used a separate 7/16" carriage bolt and the Bugeye ones have a 3/8" captive nut. See Photos. C On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 7:59 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > What he said ; ) > Hey are the over riders on the Big Healeys the same as the Bugeye? Looks > similar. > Lin > > On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 11:27 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > > > Looks good....Sounds bitchin' > > Herb > > _______________________________________________ > > > > 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 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0537.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0538.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0539.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0540.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0541.JPG] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_0547.JPG] From millerls at ado13.com Thu Aug 25 13:20:26 2011 From: millerls at ado13.com (Larry & Sandi Miller) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:20:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar Message-ID: <7A6FB950-31BF-4685-814F-6DB6AC1C3B87@ado13.com> Does anyone other then Speedwell sell a Panhard Bar for the Bugeye? Anybody have the Speedwell version? Is it any good? Larry Miller From soavero at yahoo.com Thu Aug 25 13:29:35 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:29:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar In-Reply-To: <7A6FB950-31BF-4685-814F-6DB6AC1C3B87@ado13.com> References: <7A6FB950-31BF-4685-814F-6DB6AC1C3B87@ado13.com> Message-ID: <1314300575.83235.YahooMailNeo@web30506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Larry, I have the Winner's Circle bar. I love the way the car handles, but a few caveats.. One of the welds in the bracket cracked (now properly repaired; my welder (aerospace) said it looked like a HS shop class did the originals). I am also quite hard on the car, and the whole setup has bowed a bit. But...again...it works great. You have to drill a new holes to mount the bracket, but it is bolt-on, not welded, which I like.It crosses the diff 5 inches below the center of the diff, which means we have a nice new roll center. Ron ________________________________ From: Larry & Sandi Miller To: Spridget ; Sprite Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 2:20 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar Does anyone other then Speedwell sell a Panhard Bar for the Bugeye? Anybody have the Speedwell version? Is it any good? Larry Miller _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Thu Aug 25 14:32:31 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:32:31 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar Message-ID: <2be67.7527a596.3b880b5f@aol.com> I have a speedwell bar but after changing the ride height of my car the bar is no longer parallel and so Tom is going to make me a special bracket as soon as I measure how much longer/deeper/taller it needs to be. It's been on my car many years and is holding up very well. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 25/08/2011 20:25:28 GMT Daylight Time, millerls at ado13.com writes: Does anyone other then Speedwell sell a Panhard Bar for the Bugeye? Anybody have the Speedwell version? Is it any good? Larry Miller From sashaleo at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 15:01:46 2011 From: sashaleo at gmail.com (Tamara Haynes) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:01:46 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Illinois Bill to Expand Use of Antique Vehicles Signed Into Law Message-ID: well, it sounds like a great bill. could anyone convince congress that that's not a bad idea for across the country? or even better, just suggest it to your own state congressmen and it may or may not go through. question though; is there any down side to this at all???? -- -Tamara Save Timon and Pumba! They live by Hakuna Matata!!! I love them! From peter at nosimport.com Thu Aug 25 15:47:10 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:47:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Fwd: [Healeys] Bugeye For sale Message-ID: <201108251446472.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> >X-Original-To: healeys at autox.team.net > > Bugeye For sale > > >Bugeye Sprite > >Complete nut and bolt custom restoration: >Newly rebuilt 1275 with headers and down draft Weber carb >Datsun 5-speed >Alloy wheels (minilite style) >Power brake booster >Front disc brakes >Crossflow radiator with electric fan >New white top with zip out rear window >New sidescreens >New black interior with white piping >Modern wiring harness with relays >Alternator >Original tachometer converted to electric. >H4 headlights >New grill. >Recent professional body restoration (paint is near perfect on the underside >as well as top) > > >Tragically, the restorer of this car only enjoyed the car for a single driving >season before passing away from a sudden heart attack. >It has very few miles on it since its completion. > >Over $40k invested > > >Photos and more information at bluegrassclub.com > > >Contact Estefana estefanastrader at att.net >_______________________________________________ >Healeys at autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $12.75 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: >http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/healeys/peter at nosimport.com > > > >----- >No virus found in this message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3856 - Release Date: 08/25/11 From corvallis at peoplepc.com Thu Aug 25 15:56:03 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:56:03 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale Message-ID: Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 From sashaleo at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 16:19:10 2011 From: sashaleo at gmail.com (Tamara Haynes) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:19:10 -0600 Subject: [Spridgets] Wisconsin Message-ID: jees, louise tim. How many pictures did you take? do you realize how many rolls of film that would have taken up? wow. they were great picutures though. not bad at all. wonderful stills!!!!! -- -Tamara Save Timon and Pumba! They live by Hakuna Matata!!! I love them! From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 17:25:47 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:25:47 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... Message-ID: The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and TV. If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of LI.... David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up Garfield... Stay alert!! -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 17:29:49 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:29:49 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: And further inland in VA, my daughter living in Harrisonburg said they 'expect' 10 inches of rain, plus a bit or wind. Herb On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 4:25 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > ** > > > The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the > right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for > storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and TV. > If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those > folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think > about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... > Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of LI.... > > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! > > Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of > you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of > water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up > Garfield... Stay alert!! > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson From froggi60 at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 17:47:45 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:47:45 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I'll up the current bid ($495.) by five bucks if you deliver, Bill. ;-) Good luck on the sale. Herb On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 2:56 PM, wrote: > Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 From jfishbein at snet.net Thu Aug 25 19:39:22 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:39:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Being 118 miles long, that's a pretty good prediction. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Jim Johnson The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the right front quadrant of the storm. From mdrowe at optonline.net Thu Aug 25 19:50:08 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:50:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! I spent the day bringing in the boat, taking tools, etc. off the floor of my shop and putting them up on anything that looks like it won't float. I even managed to lift an engine 18" by progressively blocking the ends and rocking it up. The highest mud line on my stairway is at about 2'. (That one really cleaned out my shop of years of sawdust, cut-off ends and empty plastic bottles - all gone to Iceland!) I will park the Midget on the septic tank (= high ground) and take the other cars inland to the fire station parking lot (no trees). If we get evacuated, we will stay in the camper van at the firehouse. We really have no choice, as the Coast Guard Station is at the end of our road, and they check each house as they leave. Michael Rowe From kk7ss at frontier.com Thu Aug 25 19:52:58 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 01:52:58 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <1143395259.979168.1314323529203.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <500671654.979184.1314323578137.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> A look here (and other radars), might prove informative as to the size of this event! Full address: http://radar.weather.gov/ridge/radar.php?rid=mlb&product=N0R&overlay=11101111&loop=no For those that trust me (poor fools!) http://tinyurl.com/ljpaw -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Jay" wrote: > Being 118 miles long, that's a pretty good prediction. > > > > jay fishbein > > wallingford, ct From sethamosjones at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 21:15:03 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:15:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Illinois Bill to Expand Use of Antique Vehicles Signed Into Law In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <41A8D8DA-DF99-413C-9C9B-7B9E247F3932@gmail.com> I really don't see any negatives. The only hiccup could be if insurance companies don't adapt and create some new level of insurance for antique cars valued less than 5 grand that will be driven daily in the summer. The only other change I know of is that regular antique plates may have to be renewed twice as often, but that might also be a misunderstanding on the part of the SEMA writer. In Illinois ALL antique plates come up for renewal the exact same year. if you get it at the right time they can be good for 5 years. The next On Aug 25, 2011 AD, at 4:01 PM, Tamara Haynes wrote: > well, it sounds like a great bill. could anyone convince congress that > that's not a bad idea for across the country? or even better, just > suggest it to your own state congressmen and it may or may not go > through. question though; is there any down side to this at all???? > > -- > -Tamara > Save Timon and Pumba! > They live by Hakuna Matata!!! > I love them! > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/sethamosjones at gmail.com From dwoerpel at wi.net Thu Aug 25 21:41:37 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel at wi.net) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:41:37 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> May I echo Jim's sentiment. We're thinking of all our friends on the right coast. Take the cars to high ground...like the Allegahny's. Time for Kevin, Chuck, Phil, & Larry, etc. to have a quick Irene Party. Seriously, hunker down and be safe. We're worrying about you. Dave W. > The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the > right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for > storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and > TV. > If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those > folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think > about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... > Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of > LI.... > > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! > > Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of > you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of > water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up > Garfield... Stay alert!! > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Aug 25 22:11:09 2011 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:11:09 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] [midgetsprite] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... Message-ID: Oh .... this is shaping up to be a real fun weekend! CB Stamford, CT -----Original Message----- From: Jim Johnson Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 7:25 PM To: Spridgets, easternoshitgroup, Yahoo Spridget list Subject: [midgetsprite] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and TV. If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of LI.... David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up Garfield... Stay alert!! -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From pilotrob at msn.com Thu Aug 25 22:37:58 2011 From: pilotrob at msn.com (Robert E. Shlafer) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:37:58 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Panhard Bar Message-ID: It's made by Speedwell. CB -----Original Message----- From: Larry & Sandi Miller Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 3:20 PM To: Spridget, Sprite Subject: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Panhard Bar Does anyone other then Speedwell sell a Panhard Bar for the Bugeye? Anybody have the Speedwell version? Is it any good? Larry Miller From bmwwxman at gmail.com Thu Aug 25 22:47:30 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:47:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Considering the storm is about 300 miles across and we are talking about 48 hours in the future.....? You can do better? Note that I said "projected" path. That will change with time which is why I said keep up with radio and TV coverage. Best source for accurate information is my mates at Cheers!! Jim On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 8:39 PM, Jay wrote: > Being 118 miles long, that's a pretty good prediction. > > jay fishbein > wallingford, ct > > > > > > ________________________________ > From: Jim Johnson > > > The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the > right front quadrant of the storm. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Fri Aug 26 05:04:59 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:04:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Fw: Panhard Bar / irene In-Reply-To: <1314356623.60165.YahooMailNeo@web112718.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <2be67.7527a596.3b880b5f@aol.com> <1314356623.60165.YahooMailNeo@web112718.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1314356699.26041.YahooMailNeo@web112711.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: charles christ To: "WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com" Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 7:03 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar / irene i have a panhard bar here but uncertain of it's manufacturerer. it's slated for my bugeye but never got installed. it's from a 1/2 eleptic spring f-production spridget race car and i just need to modify the axle mounting end to install. but since the car is not running.....i'm not really interested in getting into the rear axle area right now. too many other projects that have priority right now. chuck battening down the "hatches" for irene's arival. i need to get all items up off the shop floor since i've been flooded out 2 of the last 4 weekends by incredible rains. literally running water across the shop floor moving items from one side of the shop to the other side! From: "WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com" To: millerls at ado13.com; spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 4:32 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Panhard Bar I have a speedwell bar but after changing the ride height of my car the bar is no longer parallel and so Tom is going to make me a special bracket as soon as I measure how much longer/deeper/taller it needs to be. It's been on my car many years and is holding up very well. Regards Weslake-Monza 1330 In a message dated 25/08/2011 20:25:28 GMT Daylight Time, millerls at ado13.com writes: Does anyone other then Speedwell sell a Panhard Bar for the Bugeye? Anybody have the Speedwell version? Is it any good? Larry Miller _______________________________________________ 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/crusaderchuck at yahoo.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 26 05:09:54 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:09:54 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> (4am west coast time Friday) I wish you people on the east coast good luck. ...bill in corvallis, oregon ====================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 9:48 PM To: Jay Cc: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... Considering the storm is about 300 miles across and we are talking about 48 hours in the future.....? You can do better? Note that I said "projected" path. That will change with time which is why I said keep up with radio and TV coverage. Best source for accurate information is my mates at Cheers!! Jim From clarici at verizon.net Fri Aug 26 06:14:23 2011 From: clarici at verizon.net (Frankie Clarici 4th) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 08:14:23 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Car on lift in storm (Irene) Message-ID: <3777940B-AB70-4684-A011-B3958612AF6A@verizon.net> What's everyones feelings on me having a car up on my 2 post lift during the storm? I like to fill my garage with all my cars. Frank From ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Fri Aug 26 06:15:13 2011 From: ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net (ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:15:13 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC Message-ID: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Okay as long as I have power here in Yardley,B PA I am fine but if I lose it, that could be a problem.B I only lost power during a r ainstorm once in 10 years but that one time I was hand bailing the sump well for 3 hours. So now I am trying to come up with other options.B Due to the size of the well 12x12 I can not use a backup and their clugey set up.B so I wass thinking of buying a car battery and a 12volt power converter and plugging the sump into that if the power goes out.B Will this work? for how long?B am I nuts? I am open to other options as well..... Ryan From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 26 06:29:42 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 05:29:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <6EF772345F394092BBA91D330104646A@spider> There are human limits to what you can do. Are you in good physical shape? You do not want to have a heart attack while bailing out a sump. ...bill in corvallis =================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 5:15 AM To: Club, Philly Cc: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC Okay as long as I have power here in Yardley,B PA I am fine but if I lose it, that could be a problem.B I only lost power during a r ainstorm once in 10 years but that one time I was hand bailing the sump well for 3 hours. So now I am trying to come up with other options.B Due to the size of the well 12x12 I can not use a backup and their clugey set up.B so I wass thinking of buying a car battery and a 12volt power converter and plugging the sump into that if the power goes out.B Will this work? for how long?B am I nuts? I am open to other options as well..... Ryan Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 06:57:43 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 07:57:43 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Car on lift in storm (Irene) In-Reply-To: <3777940B-AB70-4684-A011-B3958612AF6A@verizon.net> References: <3777940B-AB70-4684-A011-B3958612AF6A@verizon.net> Message-ID: Indoors should be fine, outdoors, maybe not so good. Put your second least favorite car on the lift and your least favorite car under it, though. Cars: hurricane - indoors, earthquake - outdoors. From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 07:47:36 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:47:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> Message-ID: List, I'm trying to convince my older brother who lives in a trailer to come stay at my house till Monday & bring his cat (I'm 7 miles away but in a house). I really worry about all those folks in that trailer park as many do not have family they can go to, most have pets and most barely enough money to take a hotel. Those little trailers can rip open like a can opener on a can. My Sprite is on the patio rear still sitting on jack stands I think she will be OK. Or should I take her off the rear stands for strength from the wind? My thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Irene's path. Lin Press animation: http://www.accuweather.com/us/satellite/ei/un/satellite.asp?play=true On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 7:09 AM, wrote: > (4am west coast time Friday) I wish you people on the east coast good luck. > ...bill in corvallis, oregon > ====================================== > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson > Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 9:48 PM > To: Jay > Cc: Spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... > > Considering the storm is about 300 miles across and we are talking about 48 > hours in the future.....? You can do better? > Note that I said "projected" path. That will change with time which is why > I said keep up with radio and TV coverage. > > Best source for accurate information is my mates at > > Cheers!! > Jim > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 07:54:47 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:54:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: Ryan is a generator out of the $$$ question (if you can find one)? Hang in there. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 8:15 AM, wrote: > Okay as long as I have power here in Yardley,B PA I am fine but if I lose > it, > that could be a problem.B I only lost power during a r ainstorm once in 10 > years but that one time I was hand bailing the sump well for 3 hours. > > > > So now I am trying to come up with other options.B Due to the size of the > well 12x12 I can not use a backup and their clugey set up.B so I wass > thinking of buying a car battery and a 12volt power converter and plugging > the > sump into that if the power goes out.B > > > > Will this work? for how long?B am I nuts? > > > > I am open to other options as well..... > > Ryan > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:01:56 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:01:56 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> Message-ID: If your jack stands are good and properly placed you should have nothing to worry about there. It is more the flying debris that causes damage. Hurricanes do spawn tornadoes. Insurance companies may deny it but if you fly over the aftermath of a hurricane in a helicopter you can sometimes see obvious paths that are identical to tornado paths. Get your brother out of the tin can, if you can. From mdrowe at optonline.net Fri Aug 26 08:02:43 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:02:43 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: <6EF772345F394092BBA91D330104646A@spider> References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> <6EF772345F394092BBA91D330104646A@spider> Message-ID: <85A9C00176B246E5AAA14906DA0EB9C9@Home> > There are human limits to what you can do. Are you kidding? We're Sprideteers. We can do anything! Anon From derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:09:08 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:09:08 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: A 12V battery won't run a pump very long through an inverter if you are doing any significant work. You may look into a 12V boat pump. It would be more efficient than an inverter and battery. You lose power in the conversion from AC to DC or vice versa. You can run the 12V pump from a vehicle and run the vehicle to charge the battery. http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=34089&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10624 If you have to bail they also make nice hand pumps for bailing boats that work great. http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=99138&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10626 From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:13:07 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:13:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> Message-ID: Thanks Derf, I'll leave her on the stands they are in place properly. I bought a car cover at the Carlisle show spoke to the salesman who was very knowledgable. The cover was $250. and I can't rip it. The guy gave me a 2' display cover and a bag of material for my classroom. I gave some of the material to my kids and even the football players couldn't rip it. We cut a hole in it with a knife and still couldn't rip it with the hole. I offered extra credit and they still couldn't rip it. I'll let you all know how it does in the storm. Probably the string tying it down will brake and the cover will fly away....hahahaha. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 10:01 AM, derf wrote: > If your jack stands are good and properly placed you should have > nothing to worry about there. It is more the flying debris that > causes damage. > Hurricanes do spawn tornadoes. Insurance companies may deny it but if > you fly over the aftermath of a hurricane in a helicopter you can > sometimes see > obvious paths that are identical to tornado paths. Get your brother > out of the tin can, if you can. From lbc77mg at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:18:10 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:18:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: A coupla notes on your listing. Do you have a big dog? I imagine that's how the bite out of the driver's headrest happened. With that list of work done on the car, why is it still in that condition? Thanks for taking lots of parts out of the car and disassembling them so the pics can be clearer. Col. Bogey March is a nice touch. I was streaming music at the time and couldn't figure out what happened. It is actually a very good listing, with a lot of pics and honest info. That is what makes for a good eBayer. You should have no trouble selling it, and then it is a good candidate for an OSHIT weekend. I wish I had a garage! 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 Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 5:56 PM, wrote: > Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 > _______________________________________________ From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:20:42 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:20:42 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: Good idea Derf I was just thinking about the hand pump too. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 10:09 AM, derf wrote: > A 12V battery won't run a pump very long through an inverter if you > are doing any significant work. > You may look into a 12V boat pump. It would be more efficient than an > inverter and battery. You lose power in the conversion from AC to DC > or vice versa. > You can run the 12V pump from a vehicle and run the vehicle to charge > the battery. > > http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=34089&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10624 > > If you have to bail they also make nice hand pumps for bailing boats > that work great. > > http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=99138&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10626 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 bkitterer at me.com Fri Aug 26 08:21:09 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 07:21:09 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> Message-ID: <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> All of you east coasters are in or thoughts and best wishes for being safe these next few challenging days. 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 grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:32:13 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:32:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Bill she is stunning. I could eat dinner on the floor, but I won't ; ) Lin On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 5:56 PM, wrote: > Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 derf247 at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:34:31 2011 From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:34:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> Message-ID: Yes, the storm may be a spectacle but be extra careful. Avoid flooded areas and rising water, if it happens. Learn from the past, evacuate. After Katrina all those not wise enough to evacuate New Orleans were stuck down there with each other. The aftermath revealed people's character, both good and bad. From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:37:49 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:37:49 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> Message-ID: Bob I have this photo from Facebook sent by Tiffany can you or some other lister post this somewhere I can't get onto my Spritespot account where I usually post (laptop is in my repair box)? It is a photo of Franks garage with 3 Sprites in it ready for Irene. Lin Anyone want it post here. On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 10:21 AM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > All of you east coasters are in or thoughts and best wishes for being safe > these next few challenging days. > > 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 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Clarici's preparation for Hurricane Irene.jpg] From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 08:45:32 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:45:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> Message-ID: I've got to get off this computer and get work done. I have 2 kayaks and a canoe in the yard. I have a roll of chain link fence in the yard too should I put that chain link fence on the boats so they are not torpedoes and tie them up? Thanks guys I can always count on this list. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 10:34 AM, derf wrote: > Yes, the storm may be a spectacle but be extra careful. Avoid flooded > areas and rising water, if it happens. > Learn from the past, evacuate. After Katrina all those not wise > enough to evacuate New Orleans were stuck down there with each other. > The aftermath revealed people's character, both good and bad. > _______________________________________________ > > 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 shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 26 08:52:42 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:52:42 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] [Healeys] Austin Healey 3000 'Rat Rod' In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E57B33A.4060900@justbrits.com> "HOLY SH*T, Batman ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Batman, go to the _* old*_ B.A.T. page below:" [Batman goes to page, then replies to Robin [ "OMG, Robin ! [real comment censored b y Editor.] How could they NOT recog' front clip ?!? UN-real !" "I thought I'd seen ALL the "odd" Big Healey mods, Robin ! ! ! But I guess NOT, Boywonder :-(-(-(" http://tinyurl.com/3nevhml OR http://bringatrailer.com/2010/09/21/mystery-machine-altered-1954-austin-healey-100/ [signed:-)] Absolutely Anon ! ! From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 26 09:14:59 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:14:59 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> Message-ID: <4E57B873.9030008@justbrits.com> << Probably the string tying it down will brake and the cover will fly away....hahahaha. Lin >> To me, a $250 cover "blowing away" would NOT be a laughing matter, Kin. Take some 1/4" ROPE and wrap *around* covered car so it WON'T "blow away" ! ! ! From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 09:25:30 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:25:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <4E57B873.9030008@justbrits.com> References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> <4E57B873.9030008@justbrits.com> Message-ID: I hear you Ed I really hope I keep it this material is amazing. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 11:14 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > << Probably the string tying it down will brake and the > cover will fly away....hahahaha. > Lin >> > > To me, a $250 cover "blowing away" would NOT be a > laughing matter, Kin. > Take some 1/4" ROPE and wrap *around* covered car so it > WON'T "blow away" ! ! ! > > ______________________________**_________________ > > 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@**gmail.com From rich_ball at mindspring.com Fri Aug 26 09:26:01 2011 From: rich_ball at mindspring.com (Richard Ball) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 08:26:01 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: A marine bilge pump may be a good choice here. Rather than using a car battery you would be better off with a deep cycle Marine or RV coach battery. Car batteries are designed for high amp short term cranking while the deep cycle batteries are designed for low amp long duration draws and will last you a lot longer. If you have a friend with a larger boat or an RV see if you can borrow the battery until the storm has passed. Good Luck and stay safe on the east coast Rich Ball '76 Midget Everett, WA ----- Original Message ----- From: "derf" To: Cc: "spridgets" ; "Club,Philly" Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 7:09 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Huricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC >A 12V battery won't run a pump very long through an inverter if you > are doing any significant work. > You may look into a 12V boat pump. It would be more efficient than an > inverter and battery. You lose power in the conversion from AC to DC > or vice versa. > You can run the 12V pump from a vehicle and run the vehicle to charge > the battery. > http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=34089&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10624 > > If you have to bail they also make nice hand pumps for bailing boats > that work great. > http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=99138&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10111&subdeptNum=10623&classNum=10626 > _______________________________________________ > > 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 From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 09:29:18 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:29:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <1314322762.87384.YahooMailRC@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <4D057F88EB5F4A86B8DA0B464F60A8A1@spider> <4E57B873.9030008@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Well I convinced my brother who lives in a trailer park to come here 7 miles away & in a house ; ) I think when I said I was kitty-napping his kitty he was convinced. I'm taking Ed's advice and going to get 1/4" rope and tying down that awesome cover to my Sprite. I'm also screwing down my garage door as it doesn't stay latched. If I don't get a chance to get back on line for a while Good Luck to all especially those of you closer to the coast and near big trees. Off to fight those at the Hardware stores ; ) Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 11:25 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > I hear you Ed I really hope I keep it this material is amazing. > Lin > > > > On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 11:14 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " < > shop at justbrits.com> wrote: > >> << Probably the string tying it down will brake and the >> cover will fly away....hahahaha. >> Lin >> >> >> To me, a $250 cover "blowing away" would NOT be a >> laughing matter, Kin. >> Take some 1/4" ROPE and wrap *around* covered car so it >> WON'T "blow away" ! ! ! >> >> ______________________________**_________________ >> >> 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@**gmail.com From peter at nosimport.com Fri Aug 26 11:52:22 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:52:22 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Message-ID: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C From peter at nosimport.com Fri Aug 26 12:05:15 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:05:15 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <201108261104859.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> their their their... geesh.. apologies From lbc77mg at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 12:19:30 2011 From: lbc77mg at gmail.com (Allen Hefner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:19:30 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261104859.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <201108261104859.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: No...you were correct...they're lobster rolls. Allen Hefner Norristown, PA *Current:* 2006 Chebbie *Former:* 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS 1964 VW Type I 1967 VW Type II 1967 Rover 2000TC 1977 MG Midget On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 2:05 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > their their their... geesh.. apologies > ______________________________**_________________ From twobees at sprynet.com Fri Aug 26 12:27:19 2011 From: twobees at sprynet.com (Norm 2Bs) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:27:19 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... Message-ID: <008001cc641d$ca6a1200$6401a8c0@normoffice> Best wishes to all in Irene's path. Those of us in Florida dodged a bullet on this one. We moved here from Connecticut 6/1/04 just in time for 3 major hurricanes. After evacuating for first 2 we stayed for the 3rd. Good thing as 3 of us spent hours on hands & knees "bailing out" the 9th floor condo. Not fun. But better than the week in Connecticut without power after our last hurricane there. I was lucky there as my LBC's didn't get damaged nor did my boats. A previous hurricane damaged a sailboat I had moored off Nyack Boat Club in the Hudson River. That too could have been worse as of the 2 bow lines (3/4" with chafing gear) on the boat, 1 was completely chafed through & the other almost all gone. Last weekend it appeared that Irene could be heading our way. I put the Turner & Alfa up on dollies & wheeled them into position so I could get my SUV into the garage too. Now, all we have to do is give our daughter & family in CT guidance on hurricane survival. Good luck all. Norm From tncarnut1 at yahoo.com Fri Aug 26 12:29:59 2011 From: tncarnut1 at yahoo.com (David Booker) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:29:59 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261104859.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <201108261104859.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1314383399.70688.YahooMailNeo@web36806.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Peter, No apologies needed. Have never actually gotten sick as a result, but I can tell you their "everything floats in butter" menu does not agree with my intestines. We'll just leave it at that. It has been well over ten years since I've stepped foot inside one. Doubt I'll ever go back again. Wouldn't mind one of those coupons tho, I have an ex-boss I'd love to know was stuck on the throne for a couple of hours. - David From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 13:35:09 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:35:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] ...S...pridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <4E57BE08.8030204@justbrits.com> References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> <4E57B6C1.8050707@justbrits.com> <4E57BE08.8030204@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Ed can you host these I just got them from my nephew at ft Brag. He recently got back from Afghanistan and now will be helping with the storm. These were just taken, they are crazy. Thanks gotta go I just tied my Sprite down as per your suggestion and off to screw 2x4's to my brothers trailer & shed. Lin Anyone else not on my Facebook I can send these to you. On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 11:38 AM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > ** > Bob sent pic to me and it's already UP, Lin >G?> !! > > http://www.spritenut.com/garage.jpg > > Pic "title" WAS: > Clarici's preparation for Hurricane Irene (minus the .jpg) > > Me [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 2. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 3. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 13:45:54 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:45:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: My cats would like it ....hahahaha Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 1:52 PM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > You all ever get these "offers"?...... > > "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card > for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of > the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold > the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few > minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: > > Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How > was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get > $100 to spend on your next visit. > Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." > > Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... > EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! > (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) > > The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell > them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco > shell. > > Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive > the storm. > > Peter C > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/grunthaner@**gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Fri Aug 26 14:27:42 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:27:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <410991782.988377.1314390462571.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Similar experiences here... I now avoid them like the plague! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Peter Caldwell" wrote: > Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... > EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently > sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) From soavero at yahoo.com Fri Aug 26 14:55:25 2011 From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:55:25 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Aug 26 14:59:48 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:59:48 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net From tmheffron at aol.com Fri Aug 26 15:08:29 2011 From: tmheffron at aol.com (tm) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:08:29 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> Message-ID: <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Would you guys hold it down, I'm trying to take a nap down here! TuTone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: Ron Soave ; Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 4:02 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net 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/tmheffron at aol.com From kgb at frontiernet.net Fri Aug 26 15:37:57 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:37:57 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <1037497205.1133932.1314394677248.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Gary & I learned our lesson in one visit. I had some sort of dish that was supposed to be crab, but was actually a variety that west coasters call bait. It was still frozen in the middle. Whatever Gary had, we never could decide what it really was, was also frozen solid in the middle. Kate Now I want to go to Portland for seafood. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net 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/tmheffron at aol.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Fri Aug 26 16:00:04 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (cmanuel at wi.rr.com) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:00:04 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com><2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> Message-ID: <1730723599-1314395995-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1361983229-@b18.c16.bise6.blackberry> Crabby? Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T -----Original Message----- From: "Larry Daniels" Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:59:48 To: Ron Soave; Peter Caldwell; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Fri Aug 26 16:04:06 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:04:06 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Damn, Terry, I didnbt even know you were still alive! Napping at this hour? You must still be at work. From: tm Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 4:08 PM To: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net ; soavero at yahoo.com ; peter at nosimport.com ; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Would you guys hold it down, I'm trying to take a nap down here! TuTone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: Ron Soave ; Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 4:02 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net 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/tmheffron at aol.com From healeyrick at yahoo.com Fri Aug 26 17:16:45 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:16:45 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1314400605.4967.YahooMailClassic@web161217.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> You've obviously been spoiled by Ipswich Steamed Clams. Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Fri, 8/26/11, Peter Caldwell wrote: From: Peter Caldwell Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer To: "spridgets" Date: Friday, August 26, 2011, 1:52 PM You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From pelliott at innercite.com Fri Aug 26 17:52:52 2011 From: pelliott at innercite.com (Patrick Elliott) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:52:52 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <012b01cc644b$45fd8870$d1f89950$@com> I'm the high bidder!!! For now.... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of corvallis at peoplepc.com Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 2:56 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale Financial interest. 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Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3859 - Release Date: 08/26/11 From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 17:59:22 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:59:22 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> Message-ID: : ( On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 4:59 PM, Larry Daniels wrote: > He's having a bad day. > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Ron Soave > Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM > To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer > > Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) > > > RS > "That which you > manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog > > > ________________________________ > From: Peter Caldwell > To: spridgets > > Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM > Subject: > [Spridgets] Lobster offer > > You all ever get these "offers"?...... > > "Take a few > minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card > for a simple survey > completion. Let us know what you think of > the menu, service, prices, dining > rooms, and more. Help us mold > the future and improve the stores. $100 for you > to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: > > Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How > was the service? > Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get > $100 to spend on your next visit. > > Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." > > Funny thing is, I DO have > something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten > there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded > bliss) > The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell > them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco > shell. > > Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will > survive the storm. > > Peter C > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 18:11:48 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:11:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: <012b01cc644b$45fd8870$d1f89950$@com> References: <012b01cc644b$45fd8870$d1f89950$@com> Message-ID: Yea! a Spridgeteer ; ) Nice to keep her in the family, good luck Patrick. Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 7:52 PM, Patrick Elliott wrote: > I'm the high bidder!!! For now.... > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > corvallis at peoplepc.com > Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 2:56 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale > > Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/pelliott at innercite.com > > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3859 - Release Date: 08/26/11 > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Fri Aug 26 18:17:07 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:17:07 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... Message-ID: Ed can you host these I just got them from my nephew at ft Brag. He recently got back from Afghanistan and now will be helping with the storm. These were just taken, they are crazy. Thanks gotta go I just tied my Sprite down as per your suggestion and off to screw 2x4's to my brothers trailer & shed. Lin [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 2. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 3. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 18:26:12 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:26:12 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. Message-ID: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtM9HczJk3g Lin From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 18:32:05 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:32:05 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQI_lI0vC6Y Thank you for the link. Lin. This is more what I enjoy. On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 7:26 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtM9HczJk3g > Lin > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Fri Aug 26 18:41:12 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:41:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Axle reinstallation help In-Reply-To: <20110817.085604.7540.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com> References: <20110817.085604.7540.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com> Message-ID: <001101cc6452$05779280$1066b780$@rr.com> Hi- Well, I'm finally getting to put the axles back in. I have cleaned out the diff and the banjo of all shrapnel. I test fit the axles to the splines to make sure they fit. I cannot get them in the last inch to the hub on either side. What step am I missing? Thanks Chris From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 26 18:46:11 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:46:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] ...S...pridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: <53931.68.30.149.86.1314330097.squirrel@wm.wi.net> <71F96DBE-5849-44E9-865F-F2CFF495DF9D@me.com> <4E57B6C1.8050707@justbrits.com> <4E57BE08.8030204@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4E583E53.90209@justbrits.com> << Ed can you host these I just got them from my nephew at ft Brag. >> Sure, Lin. What's his name & rate ?? You want on spritenut.com OR justbrits.com OR illiniahca.org ?? Has EVERYONE see the GARAGE pic ??????? In case not (my note to Lin which he apparently did NOT post ?!?!?) [ Nor did Bob K. - sender of *.jpg], here IS my note to Bob: > wrote TO Linda G.: Bob sent pic to me and it's already UP, Lin >G?> !! http://www.spritenut.com/garage.jpg Pic "title" WAS: Clarici's preparation for Hurricane Irene (minus the .jpg) Me Ed PS: Brad GOT box. Gimme Phone # again (privately)! ! From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 18:47:32 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:47:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I love it Brad. Thanks Lin On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 8:32 PM, Brad Fornal wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQI_lI0vC6Y > Thank you for the link. Lin. This is more what I enjoy. > > On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 7:26 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtM9HczJk3g >> Lin >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > DON JULIO 1942 > > www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 26 18:56:41 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:56:41 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5840C9.2020705@justbrits.com> WHAT have you NOT learnt, Lin ???????? CAN'T DO dis ! ! ! ! ! ****************************************************** Ed can you host these I just got them from my nephew at ft Brag. He recently got back from Afghanistan and now will be helping with the storm. These were just taken, they are crazy. Thanks gotta go I just tied my Sprite down as per your suggestion and off to screw 2x4's to my brothers trailer & shed. Lin [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 2. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag 3. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Near Ft Brag. Send by Justin US Army soldier..jpg] ************************************************* Send DIRECTLY to me, PLZ ! ! ! ! Are they the same ones that YOU already sent ???? Me From cmanuel at wi.rr.com Fri Aug 26 19:03:09 2011 From: cmanuel at wi.rr.com (Chris Manuel) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:03:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] NEVERMIND Axle reinstallation help In-Reply-To: <001101cc6452$05779280$1066b780$@rr.com> References: <20110817.085604.7540.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com> <001101cc6452$05779280$1066b780$@rr.com> Message-ID: <000001cc6455$1660eb70$4322c250$@rr.com> Previous owner installed larger lug bolts. Duh. Time for some drilling. Chris -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Chris Manuel Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 7:41 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Axle reinstallation help Hi- Well, I'm finally getting to put the axles back in. I have cleaned out the diff and the banjo of all shrapnel. I test fit the axles to the splines to make sure they fit. I cannot get them in the last inch to the hub on either side. What step am I missing? Thanks Chris Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/cmanuel at wi.rr.com From shop at justbrits.com Fri Aug 26 19:03:46 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:03:46 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E584272.7050603@justbrits.com> When are you gonna REPLY to my post of WHERE do you want them, Lin ????? Ed 1] Please visit MY site at: www.justbrits.com 2] Please visit Frank C.'s site at: www.spritenut.com Article(s) and/or pictures REQUESTED ! From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 19:06:51 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:06:51 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Irene Song on Youtube....what a laugh, enjoy. In-Reply-To: <4E584272.7050603@justbrits.com> References: <4E584272.7050603@justbrits.com> Message-ID: When are YOU gonna reply to MY emails, asking if you got the box I sent?????????? On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 8:03 PM, Shop at " Just Brits " wrote: > When are you gonna REPLY to my post of WHERE do you want them, Lin ????? > > Ed > 1] Please visit MY site at: www.justbrits.com > 2] Please visit Frank C.'s site at: www.spritenut.com > Article(s) and/or pictures REQUESTED ! > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/tequila.**brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From tequila.brad at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 19:08:13 2011 From: tequila.brad at gmail.com (Brad Fornal) Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:08:13 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Axle reinstallation help In-Reply-To: <001101cc6452$05779280$1066b780$@rr.com> References: <20110817.085604.7540.1@webmail21.dca.untd.com> <001101cc6452$05779280$1066b780$@rr.com> Message-ID: Use a rubber or brass mallet, and encourage them in... On Fri, Aug 26, 2011 at 7:41 PM, Chris Manuel wrote: > Hi- > > Well, I'm finally getting to put the axles back in. I have cleaned out the > diff and the banjo of all shrapnel. > > I test fit the axles to the splines to make sure they fit. > > I cannot get them in the last inch to the hub on either side. What step am > I missing? > > Thanks > > Chris > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/tequila.brad at gmail.com > > -- DON JULIO 1942 www.myspace.com/tequilabrad From grunthaner at gmail.com Fri Aug 26 23:30:09 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 01:30:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I got this link from my former students on Facebook while they were complaining about media hype. I do understand that the media goes overboard which made this youtube hilarious. I hope I am still laughing when the power goes out tomorrow ; ) It is so quiet out tonight that I can hardly sleep. Lin Great movie. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJn261UAdaA On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the > right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for > storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and TV. > If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those > folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think > about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... > Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of LI.... > > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! > > Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of > you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of > water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up > Garfield... Stay alert!! > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Sat Aug 27 07:54:20 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:54:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I am beginning to think the media is just looking for ratings so they hype this up 10x The storm is down to a CAT 1 and it may even be a tropical storm when it lands. We will only have to be concerned with power outages and flooding. It is lightly raining now. Lin On Sat, Aug 27, 2011 at 1:30 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > I got this link from my former students on Facebook while they were > complaining about media hype. I do understand that the media goes overboard > which made this youtube hilarious. I hope I am still laughing when the power > goes out tomorrow ; ) It is so quiet out tonight that I can hardly sleep. > Lin > Great movie. > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJn261UAdaA > > > > On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > >> The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the >> right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for >> storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and >> TV. >> If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those >> folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think >> about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... >> Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of >> LI.... >> >> David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know >> there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! >> >> Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of >> you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of >> water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up >> Garfield... Stay alert!! >> >> -- >> Cheers!! >> Jim Johnson >> Sprite-Midget Club USA >> High Plains Youth Hockey >> Dodge City Trail of Fame >> Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology >> Yup. I stay plenty busy!! >> bmwwxman at gmail.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Sat Aug 27 08:05:36 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:05:36 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Message-ID: <2ac29.5a80f7ad.3b8a53b0@aol.com> The only place I recall seeing this type of fastening is on the brake line where it crosses the car on the H frame section just under the steering rack. In a message dated 25/08/2011 16:09:13 GMT Daylight Time, grunthaner at gmail.com writes: I've got to look closer but I didn't see these when under 62 Sprite but I'll try and get a better look Bill, thanks. Lin From tmheffron at aol.com Sat Aug 27 08:05:34 2011 From: tmheffron at aol.com (tm) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:05:34 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <8CE32D9861C3ECF-1FB0-1127C@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Hi Larry Yes, I'm still on the correct side of the turf. Working hard on various car projects and am going to attend ELVF. How are you? Tutone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: soavero ; peter ; spridgets ; tm Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 5:06 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Damn, Terry, I didnbt even know you were still alive! Napping at this hour? You must still be at work. From: tm Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 4:08 PM To: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net ; soavero at yahoo.com ; peter at nosimport.com ; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Would you guys hold it down, I'm trying to take a nap down here! TuTone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: Ron Soave ; Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 4:02 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net 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/tmheffron at aol.com From ladaniels at sbcglobal.net Sat Aug 27 08:35:03 2011 From: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net (Larry Daniels) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:35:03 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <8CE32D9861C3ECF-1FB0-1127C@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com><1314392125.31734.YahooMailNeo@web30507.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <2D58524CC3A844F28F3522367586A200@HomePC> <8CE324B704F8CD1-1FB0-80B2@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> <8CE32D9861C3ECF-1FB0-1127C@webmail-d051.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Ibll catch up with you at ELVF. Ibll be there with Ron and Peter. Maybe we can talk a few more locals into coming? From: tm Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2011 9:05 AM To: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net ; soavero at yahoo.com ; peter at nosimport.com ; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hi Larry Yes, I'm still on the correct side of the turf. Working hard on various car projects and am going to attend ELVF. How are you? Tutone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: soavero ; peter ; spridgets ; tm Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 5:06 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Damn, Terry, I didnbt even know you were still alive! Napping at this hour? You must still be at work. From: tm Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 4:08 PM To: ladaniels at sbcglobal.net ; soavero at yahoo.com ; peter at nosimport.com ; spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Would you guys hold it down, I'm trying to take a nap down here! TuTone -----Original Message----- From: Larry Daniels To: Ron Soave ; Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Sent: Fri, Aug 26, 2011 4:02 pm Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer He's having a bad day. -----Original Message----- From: Ron Soave Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 3:55 PM To: Peter Caldwell ; spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer Hmmm....apostrophe?..."Red Lobster Survey's" (sic) RS "That which you manifest is before you" - Enzo the dog ________________________________ From: Peter Caldwell To: spridgets Sent: Friday, August 26, 2011 12:52 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You all ever get these "offers"?...... "Take a few minutes out of your day to earn a $100 Gift Card for a simple survey completion. Let us know what you think of the menu, service, prices, dining rooms, and more. Help us mold the future and improve the stores. $100 for you to snack on for a few minutes. Limited time Red Lobster survey: Red Lobster wants to know what you think. Best dishes? How was the service? Fresh and hot seafood? Let us know and get $100 to spend on your next visit. Thanks from Red Lobster Survey's." Funny thing is, I DO have something to say. It goes like this.... EVERYTIME my wife and I have eaten there, we have gotten violently sick! (3 times in 30 years of wedded bliss) The last thing I want is $100 worth of that crap, but i would like to tell them. Have you seen they're Lobster Roll?? It's cat food in a soft taco shell. Have a wonderful weekend. I hope the North Atlantic lobstas will survive the storm. Peter C Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ladaniels at sbcglobal.net 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/tmheffron at aol.com From robert.duquette at me.com Sat Aug 27 10:51:09 2011 From: robert.duquette at me.com (Robert Duquette) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:51:09 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene Sump pump options.... NO LBC In-Reply-To: <85A9C00176B246E5AAA14906DA0EB9C9@Home> References: <1751253839.455295.1314360913314.JavaMail.root@sz0111a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> <6EF772345F394092BBA91D330104646A@spider> <85A9C00176B246E5AAA14906DA0EB9C9@Home> Message-ID: <7498C85A-A6FC-48F2-9014-0B7AC849CF55@me.com> Well, there you go! A Spridget has a water pump. You just need to re-route the hoses. If you have enough time, you could probably get some custom silicone hoses!! :) Robert I hope Irene is good to everyone that she meets! On 2011-08-26, at 10:02 AM, Michael Rowe wrote: >> There are human limits to what you can do. > > Are you kidding? We're Sprideteers. We can do anything! > > Anon > _______________________________________________ From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sat Aug 27 12:24:30 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:24:30 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I think it is a combination of a large storm with lots of rain and wanting to make sure we do not have a "Katrina" situation on the east coast. Very quite now - feels like the calm before the storm. Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Linda Grunthaner Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:54:20 To: Jim Johnson Cc: Spridgets; Yahoo Spridget list; easternoshitgroup Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... I am beginning to think the media is just looking for ratings so they hype this up 10x The storm is down to a CAT 1 and it may even be a tropical storm when it lands. We will only have to be concerned with power outages and flooding. It is lightly raining now. Lin On Sat, Aug 27, 2011 at 1:30 AM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > I got this link from my former students on Facebook while they were > complaining about media hype. I do understand that the media goes overboard > which made this youtube hilarious. I hope I am still laughing when the power > goes out tomorrow ; ) It is so quiet out tonight that I can hardly sleep. > Lin > Great movie. > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJn261UAdaA > > > > On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > >> The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put Long Island in the >> right front quadrant of the storm. This is the most dangerous area for >> storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close attention to the radio and >> TV. >> If they start talking evacuation, get the hell out! Don't be like those >> folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. It never is." Think >> about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a standstill ... >> Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the south coast of >> LI.... >> >> David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know >> there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! >> >> Down the coast... Frankie.... If the monster's eye passes just west of >> you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm surge with feet of >> water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and right on up >> Garfield... Stay alert!! >> >> -- >> Cheers!! >> Jim Johnson >> Sprite-Midget Club USA >> High Plains Youth Hockey >> Dodge City Trail of Fame >> Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology >> Yup. I stay plenty busy!! >> bmwwxman at gmail.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com _______________________________________________ Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/an5.sprite at gmail.com From peter at nosimport.com Sat Aug 27 17:10:10 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:10:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1314400605.4967.YahooMailClassic@web161217.mail.bf1.yahoo. com> References: <201108261052155.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1314400605.4967.YahooMailClassic@web161217.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <201108271609638.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Indeed I have! How long ago was that? Peter At 06:16 PM 8/26/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >You've obviously been spoiled by Ipswich Steamed Clams. > >Rick > >Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Aug 27 18:48:25 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:48:25 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <201108271609638.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> The archives tell all: Flounderpalooza, Novemer 2001. Damn, time flies! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 8/27/11, Peter Caldwell wrote: From: Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer To: "HealeyRick" , "spridgets" Date: Saturday, August 27, 2011, 7:10 PM Indeed I have! How long ago was that? Peter At 06:16 PM 8/26/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >You've obviously been spoiled by Ipswich Steamed Clams. > >Rick > >Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sat Aug 27 18:55:47 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:55:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1314492947.22311.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> BTW, there are no Red Lobster restaurants in Maine, NH, Mass. or RI. And the ones in CT are almost into New York where they eat that disgusting Manhattan clam chowder That should tell you something. From wsthompson at thicko.com Sat Aug 27 20:05:31 2011 From: wsthompson at thicko.com (Wm. Severin Thompson) Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 21:05:31 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <201108271609638.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <001e01cc6526$f969e0d0$ec3da270$@com> The new shop will be ready for the 2011 version if ya want to... -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of HealeyRick Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2011 7:48 PM To: spridgets; Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer The archives tell all: Flounderpalooza, Novemer 2001. Damn, time flies! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sat, 8/27/11, Peter Caldwell wrote: From: Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer To: "HealeyRick" , "spridgets" Date: Saturday, August 27, 2011, 7:10 PM Indeed I have! How long ago was that? Peter At 06:16 PM 8/26/2011, HealeyRick wrote: >You've obviously been spoiled by Ipswich Steamed Clams. > >Rick > >Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo From nases at verizon.net Sun Aug 28 04:26:23 2011 From: nases at verizon.net (Philip Nase) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 06:26:23 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia Message-ID: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? Power is out, no surprise there. Battery backup sump pump was overwhelmed so I started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the new truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the water is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished side of the basement rugs are soaked. I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. Phil Nase From grday at btinternet.com Sun Aug 28 05:46:31 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:46:31 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Do you want a MoPED on your Spridget? References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Message-ID: <3F98D0C41F4849EFA6CD38E675AD1DEE@user8634b3d69b> Seeing as weather is in fashion at the moment.... Do you want a MoPED on the trunk of your LBC? US National Weather Service tests mobile 'probes' to gather highway weather data The USA's National Weather Service (NWS) is funding a project to collect real-time data from mobile weather stations mounted on of trucks, large vans and buses, which transmit conditions at ground level. Since March, 'weather boxes' have been added to some 600 vehicles and are being tracked by Global Science & Technology (GST), a private contractor running the test. By October, that should be up to some 1,500 vehicles, mostly from private trucking and package delivery fleets. The Mobile Platform Environmental Data (MoPED) system uses 'weather boxes', made by Weather Telematics of Ottawa, Canada, to gather precipitation and skylight data from sensors on the outer casing and temperature, pressure, relative humidity and ozone information from internal sensors. The data is currently being used for forecasting, but it has the potential to provide local agencies and departments of transportation with information, such as whether a road needs to be salted because of ice. Curtis Marshall, the NWS manager for the $5 million project, said, "It's not practical to put a site every few meters down the road, but if you view the vehicle as the site, then it opens up a whole lot of opportunities." Paul Heppner, GST's project manager, noted, "While traveling down the highway, observations are taken every 1,000 feet (300m), which provide tremendous detail. These mobile platform observations supplement fixed site locations, such as airports and road weather sensors, which might be dozens of miles apart. The mobile platforms really serve as probes. They uncover cold pockets of air in valleys, or areas of fog and precipitation, which stationary radar often miss. Radar frequently overshoots the top of low-level precipitation." http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44164629/ns/weather/t/big-brother-highways-nope-just-weather-boxes/ Guy R Day From lmacy at mac.com Sun Aug 28 05:00:11 2011 From: lmacy at mac.com (Macy Larry) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 07:00:11 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Message-ID: Good luck on the idle time, I know you are really sitting on the deck with a piC1a colada and just wanting all of us to think you have it bad;-) Larry Ps don't loose the truck ini the muck!! -- 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 Aug 28, 2011, at 6:26 AM, Philip Nase wrote: > Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? > > Power is out, no surprise there. Battery backup sump pump was overwhelmed so I > started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing > ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. > > Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the new > truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the water > is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished side > of the basement rugs are soaked. > > I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. > > Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. > > Phil Nase > _______________________________________________ > > 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/lmacy at mac.com From nases at verizon.net Sun Aug 28 06:14:28 2011 From: nases at verizon.net (Philip Nase) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 08:14:28 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Message-ID: <499EB0B9-62BE-450C-8B56-CCF8F9585EA9@verizon.net> Yup. Drink in hand. I figure I'll have beachfront property in a few hours;) Phil Nase home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ On Aug 28, 2011, at 7:00 AM, Macy Larry wrote: > Good luck on the idle time, I know you are really sitting on the deck with a piC1a colada and just wanting all of us to think you have it bad;-) > > Larry > > Ps don't loose the truck ini the muck!! > > -- > > 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 From healeyrick at yahoo.com Sun Aug 28 06:35:16 2011 From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 05:35:16 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <499EB0B9-62BE-450C-8B56-CCF8F9585EA9@verizon.net> Message-ID: <1314534916.61276.YahooMailClassic@web161209.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Those Pennsylvania clams and ;obsters are going to be great. Good luck, Phil. Keep bailing! Rick Follow My Nasty Boy Build: http://tinyurl.com/yj52fwo --- On Sun, 8/28/11, Philip Nase wrote: From: Philip Nase Subject: Re: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia To: "Macy Larry" Cc: "Spridgets at autox.team. Net net" Date: Sunday, August 28, 2011, 8:14 AM Yup. Drink in hand. I figure I'll have beachfront property in a few hours;) Phil Nase home.comcast.net/~philnasecpa/ On Aug 28, 2011, at 7:00 AM, Macy Larry wrote: > Good luck on the idle time, I know you are really sitting on the deck with a piC1a colada and just wanting all of us to think you have it bad;-) > > Larry > > Ps don't loose the truck ini the muck!! > > -- > > 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 Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/healeyrick at yahoo.com From b-evans at earthlink.net Sun Aug 28 08:24:14 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 07:24:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim Message-ID: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> The media used plenty of ink hyping Irene as a Category 4 hurricane that Obama said would be of "historic proportions". Still, by the time it hit New York City, it had been downgraded to a "Tropical Storm". It all proves what Jim Johnson has been saying for years. It is impossible to make accurate long-range weather forecasts. In this case, long range equates to a matter of days! That is not to say that Tropical Storms do not mean damage, but are completely unlike the Great Hurricane of 1938 that made landfall as a Category 3, killed up to 800 people and caused damage of $41.1 Billion in inflation adjusted dollars. RBE From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 09:31:49 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 15:31:49 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1314492947.22311.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com><1314492947.22311.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: You obviously never had a well made Manhattan Clam chowder!!! Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: HealeyRick Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:55:47 To: spridgets; Peter Caldwell Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer BTW, there are no Red Lobster restaurants in Maine, NH, Mass. or RI. And the ones in CT are almost into New York where they eat that disgusting Manhattan clam chowder That should tell you something. 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Aug 28 10:11:08 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:11:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Just heard from Mike and Mona, in case you didn't know, their house is on the water in Center Moriches. He said that they only had "minor wet" in the lower portion of the house, wiped out a shelf about 16 inches off the floor. Considering the predicted storm surge and winds, they made out very good! I'm a few miles inland on Long Island, and we had only a few branches down, a little water in the basement and one of my fence gate doors snapped a hinge. We haven't lost power (yet!), probably because we were lucky to find a generator in Upstate New York before heading back down here yesterday. We had called a dozen places while we were up there, and almost every store was sold out! Kinda bizarre as upstate NY wasn't supposed to get much damage from the storm. Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:50:08 -0400 > From: mdrowe at optonline.net > To: bmwwxman at gmail.com; spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... > > > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n Bob... This is for you guys and I know > > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! > > I spent the day bringing in the boat, taking tools, etc. off the floor of my > shop and putting them up on anything that looks like it won't float. I even > managed to lift an engine 18" by progressively blocking the ends and rocking > it up. > > The highest mud line on my stairway is at about 2'. (That one really > cleaned out my shop of years of sawdust, cut-off ends and empty plastic > bottles - all gone to Iceland!) I will park the Midget on the septic tank > (= high ground) and take the other cars inland to the fire station parking > lot (no trees). If we get evacuated, we will stay in the camper van at the > firehouse. We really have no choice, as the Coast Guard Station is at the > end of our road, and they check each house as they leave. > > Michael Rowe > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bugeye15 at hotmail.com From bugeye15 at hotmail.com Sun Aug 28 10:23:35 2011 From: bugeye15 at hotmail.com (brian S) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:23:35 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Message-ID: Phil, Glad you made it relatively unscathed! Based on the problem I had finding a generator Upstate NY and even in the Scranton area, you would have been lucky to find a one!! I had called at least a dozen places all around the Binghamton, Ithaca, and Scranton with no luck. We got lucky to find a Home Defect that was getting a truckload in on Saturday. Well, there was a Honda dealer that had quite a few, however the 2000 watt Honda was $1150!!! No wonder he had so many...... Wound up with a 5000 watt Husky one for $650.(w/ tax) I haven't even opened it up yet, fortunately, as we haven't lost power. If you (or anyone else) want it for the future, let me know, otherwise I'm going to return it sometime this week. Brian S. Bugeyeracer finally resto'ed! Thanks to Frank C.! > From: nases at verizon.net > Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 06:26:23 -0400 > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia > > Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? > > Power is out, no surprise there. Battery backup sump pump was overwhelmed so I > started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing > ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. > > Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the new > truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the water > is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished side > of the basement rugs are soaked. > > I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. > > Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. > > Phil Nase > ___ From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 10:23:46 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:23:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No weather content - OIL Message-ID: I am getting ready to switch from regular oil to synthetic. I have about 400 miles on the rebuilt engine, is that about the right amount or should I drive it some more before switching? Any opinions on the brand of synthetic oil? Some site suggest using oil for diesel engines because of higher zddp, while others say the detergents are too strong? Thanks Steve From an5.sprite at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 10:54:47 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:54:47 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware Message-ID: I got hit a few days ago with a nasty piece of malware. Got a popup that said my disc was showing errors and was labeled Microsoft repair. If you get this* do not click OK* . It ended up hiding all my files and it took a few hours to clean up the mess. Steve From peter at nosimport.com Sun Aug 28 11:35:40 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:35:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <1023069020-1314545508-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim .net-869297655-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> References: <1314492505.73328.YahooMailClassic@web161206.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <1314492947.22311.YahooMailClassic@web161214.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> <1023069020-1314545508-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-869297655-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <201108281035455.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Sorry, that is an oxymoron...... Peter --------------------------- At 10:31 AM 8/28/2011, an5.sprite at gmail.com wrote: >You obviously never had a well made Manhattan Clam chowder!!! > >Steve >Sent from me. From bkitterer at me.com Sun Aug 28 12:10:41 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 11:10:41 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No weather content - OIL In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9D9D65A0-A645-4F5A-BF9D-8231ED8A0CDC@me.com> Just my two cents - I would put at least a 1000 miles on the engine in order to be absolutely sure that the rings have seated, I know that can seam like forever. But if you switch to synthetic oil too soon the rings will never seat. Also if every gasket is not perfectly fitted and sealed the synthetic will find those weak spots to leak, guess how I know that. I have used Castrol Synthetic since 1997 but have no solid reason for doing so. Am expecting to tear the engine down in a year or so and will see if and what differences it has made. What ever you use in the trany you wan to check out the additives to be sure they do not attack brass. Still in "on the road" mode. 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 On Aug 28, 2011, at 9:23 AM, Steven Guterman wrote: > I am getting ready to switch from regular oil to synthetic. I have about > 400 miles on the rebuilt engine, is that about the right amount or should I > drive it some more before switching? > > Any opinions on the brand of synthetic oil? Some site suggest using oil for > diesel engines because of higher zddp, while others say the detergents are > too strong? > > Thanks > > Steve > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Sun Aug 28 12:56:42 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 18:56:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1197512369.1002864.1314557802453.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Which is one of the reasons why all my pc's run Linux.. ;) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Steven Guterman" wrote: > I got hit a few days ago with a nasty piece of malware. Got a popup > that said my disc was showing errors and was labeled Microsoft repair. If > you get this* do not click OK* . It ended up hiding all my files and it took > a few hours to clean up the mess. From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Sun Aug 28 13:06:56 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 15:06:56 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <1197512369.1002864.1314557802453.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <20110828190656.1OSDF.106710.root@cdptpa-web13-z01> I "did my time" running a Unix machine at work, I don't need any Linux. Somtimes I think Linus Torvald should be considered a domestic terrorist- his copy of Unix has found its way into all manner of devices, including my $^&(*&^^ home DVR. I remember from my Unix machine that Unix is very bad at managing multitasking and Linux seems to be similar. Whenever my DVR decides it wants to do some of its own housekeeping it just completely locks out any less serious matters such as receiving commands from the remote control or displaying audio/video on the television. Our Linus server at work crapped out and it took us 2 days to get up and running again. Our supplier was not much help and I have not been able to find anyone else in our city (granted it's a small town with only about 3 million residents) that can help us with it. I finally did enough research on my own to enable me to fix it. Seriously though I know what you mean. If Linux does what you need and you can put up with it that's great. I don't understand the matter of viruses though. When our supplier first installed our Linux server he said that even though its GUI has a browser we should not under any circumstances go onto the internet with it because it was a sitting duck and completely unprotected. > Which is one of the reasons why all my pc's run Linux.. ;) From kentmclean at comcast.net Sun Aug 28 16:46:13 2011 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 18:46:13 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5AC535.6080809@comcast.net> HealeyRick wrote: > BTW, there are no Red Lobster restaurants in Maine, NH, Mass. or RI. And the > ones in CT are almost into New York where they eat that disgusting Manhattan > clam chowder That should tell you something. There are. There's one in Concord NH: But I've never been there. If you are after seafood in Concord NH, I highly recommend Makris': NFI, just a dumb, fat, and happy customer. -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From bmwwxman at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 17:05:11 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 18:05:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim In-Reply-To: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> References: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> Message-ID: On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Robert Evans wrote: > Great Hurricane of 1938 that made > landfall as a Category 3, killed up to 800 people and caused damage of > $41.1 > Billion in inflation adjusted dollars. > Peanuts compared to the 1900 Category 4 Galveston hurricane which killed over 6,000 and caused damage of over half a Billion in today's dollars. -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 18:07:48 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 20:07:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... In-Reply-To: <1314563542.76346.YahooMailClassic@web161426.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: <1314563542.76346.YahooMailClassic@web161426.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: My house is dry no tree damage and my company (brother & his kitty) just went home all electricity is back on. His trailer and the trailer park are OK too. Although the neighboring trailer park near him had 1 tree hit 2 trailers. I hope they are OK. The winds are 35 to 40 mph here and people should be very careful of trees and branches which have cracked. PS my kitties Stitches and Sprite & Pinky Sprite are OK too : ) Hope everyone else here are OK. Thanks for all the concerns. Linda On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 4:32 PM, Bob Walker wrote: > Holy crap! To say that that would be terriable would be the understatement > of all time! > Bob Walker > > > --- On Fri, 8/26/11, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > > > From: Linda Grunthaner > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Hurricane Irene and our East Coast friends... > > To: "Jim Johnson" > > Cc: "Spridgets" , "Yahoo Spridget list" < > midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com>, "easternoshitgroup" < > EasternOshitGroup at yahoogroups.com> > > Date: Friday, August 26, 2011, 10:30 PM > > I got this link from my former > > students on Facebook while they were > > complaining about media hype. I do understand that the > > media goes overboard > > which made this youtube hilarious. I hope I am still > > laughing when the power > > goes out tomorrow ; ) It is so quiet out tonight that I can > > hardly sleep. > > Lin > > Great movie. > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJn261UAdaA > > > > > > On Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM, Jim Johnson > > wrote: > > > > > The projected track of Hurricane Irene is going to put > > Long Island in the > > > right front quadrant of the storm. This is the > > most dangerous area for > > > storm surge, wind and rain. Ya'll pay close > > attention to the radio and TV. > > > If they start talking evacuation, get the hell > > out! Don't be like those > > > folks in New Orleans who said, "Oh, it won't be bad. > > It never is." Think > > > about traffic jams bringing the evacuation routes to a > > standstill ... > > > Think about 20 foot storm surge if you live along the > > south coast of LI.... > > > > > > David Booker, Michael Rowe, Cap'n > > Bob... This is for you guys and I know > > > there are more Long Islanders on the lists!!! > > > > > > Down the > > coast... Frankie.... If > > the monster's eye passes just west of > > > you as currently forecast its going to bring a storm > > surge with feet of > > > water out of Barnegat Bay, through the yacht club and > > right on up > > > Garfield... Stay alert!! > > > > > > -- > > > Cheers!! > > > Jim Johnson > > > Sprite-Midget Club USA > > > High Plains Youth Hockey > > > Dodge City Trail of Fame > > > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > > > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > > > bmwwxman at gmail.com > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grunthaner at gmail.com > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/spriteracer98 at yahoo.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Sun Aug 28 18:20:26 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:20:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim In-Reply-To: References: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> Message-ID: <15CB0220FA6644F9B1B6B96D23CB4DF5@spider> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galveston_Hurricane Peanuts compared to the 1900 Category 4 Galveston hurricane which killed over 6,000 and caused damage of over half a Billion in today's dollars. -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA From grunthaner at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 18:29:03 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 20:29:03 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <1197512369.1002864.1314557802453.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1197512369.1002864.1314557802453.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: I recently wiped a 10 year old PC laptop with 512K ram installed Ubundo Linix and btw the new version is not only graphical but has a similar to word and excel app. The Laptop finally runs youtube and that is with 1/2 a meg of ram. Gave it to my other brother for grad school. He loves it. Great way to save old PC's. Lin On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 2:56 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > Which is one of the reasons why all my pc's run Linux.. ;) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Steven Guterman" wrote: > > > I got hit a few days ago with a nasty piece of malware. Got a popup > > that said my disc was showing errors and was labeled Microsoft repair. If > > you get this* do not click OK* . It ended up hiding all my files and it > took > > a few hours to clean up the mess. > _______________________________________________ > > 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 ah3000me at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 18:44:54 2011 From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 20:44:54 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim In-Reply-To: References: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> Message-ID: _Issac's Storm_, by Erik Larsen, is an excellent account of the storm, turn of the century forecasting, and the devastation in Galveston. - tom On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 7:05 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 9:24 AM, Robert Evans > wrote: > > > Great Hurricane of 1938 that made > > landfall as a Category 3, killed up to 800 people and caused damage of > > $41.1 > > Billion in inflation adjusted dollars. > > > > Peanuts compared to the 1900 Category 4 Galveston hurricane which killed > over 6,000 and caused damage of over half a Billion in today's dollars. > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/ah3000me at gmail.com From dlh2001 at comcast.net Sun Aug 28 19:37:02 2011 From: dlh2001 at comcast.net (Dean Hedin) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:37:02 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> Message-ID: <573375DA1EEC420185C17C1F52261F0D@blackbox2> Power just came on here. I was also bailing basement water last night. One of the basement window "wells" filled up with water and was leaking into the basement like a waterfall (also a finished basement). At 2am (after about a hour of bailing) I ended up digging a trench on the side of the house to get better drainage. It worked. Now I'll have to re-landscape and turn that trench into a proper drainage swale. We had a lot of trees down in my area. My brothers in-laws had to evacuate their home because a tree in their yard fell onto their house after first yanking down the neighborhood's power lines. My sister is in Northern NJ and is presently surrounded by water and has 3 inches in the 1st floor. Which kinda sucks being that it is her husband's dental office. -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Philip Nase Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 6:26 AM To: Spridgets at autox.team. Net net Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? Power is out, no surprise there. Battery backup sump pump was overwhelmed so I started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the new truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the water is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished side of the basement rugs are soaked. I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. Phil Nase From grunthaner at gmail.com Sun Aug 28 19:54:36 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:54:36 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <573375DA1EEC420185C17C1F52261F0D@blackbox2> References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> <573375DA1EEC420185C17C1F52261F0D@blackbox2> Message-ID: Dean, I'm sorry to hear this, glad you are making headway. hang in there we're rooting for you and your family ; ) Lin On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 9:37 PM, Dean Hedin wrote: > Power just came on here. > > I was also bailing basement water last night. > One of the basement window "wells" filled up with water and was leaking > into > the basement like a waterfall (also a finished basement). > > At 2am (after about a hour of bailing) I ended up digging a trench on the > side of the house to get better drainage. It worked. > > Now I'll have to re-landscape and turn that trench into a proper drainage > swale. > > We had a lot of trees down in my area. > > My brothers in-laws had to evacuate their home because a tree in their yard > fell onto their house after first yanking down the neighborhood's power > lines. > > My sister is in Northern NJ and is presently surrounded by water and has 3 > inches in the 1st floor. Which kinda sucks being that it is her husband's > dental office. > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Philip Nase > Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 6:26 AM > To: Spridgets at autox.team. Net net > Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia > > Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? > > Power is out, no surprise there. Battery backup sump pump was overwhelmed > so > I > started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing > ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. > > Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the > new > truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the > water > is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished > side > of the basement rugs are soaked. > > I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. > > Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. > > Phil Nase > _______________________________________________ > > 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 kk7ss at frontier.com Sun Aug 28 23:27:50 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:27:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1397206032.1007750.1314595670521.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Open Office :) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Linda Grunthaner" wrote: > Ubuntu Linix and btw the new version is not only graphical but has a > similar to word and excel app. From jfishbein at snet.net Mon Aug 29 07:29:53 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:29:53 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Check out the Vintage Video at this link Message-ID: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> http://www.grandprixfestival.com/ALookAtSportsCarRacing.html jay From haynes386 at netzero.net Mon Aug 29 08:19:30 2011 From: haynes386 at netzero.net (Mark Haynes) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:19:30 GMT Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Message-ID: <20110829.081930.24406.0@webmail05.dca.untd.com> On my MKII, there were bent sheet metal clips for the fuel line along the rail, with little teeth to bite into the rail lip itself. I actually pulled one farther up front when I went to an electric pump to keep the fuel line from drooping down where it could get whacked. Mark Haynes It only goes one way-Pay it Forward HAN6L12977 HAN5L8016 The only place I recall seeing this type of fastening is on the brake line where it crosses the car on the H frame section just under the steering rack. In a message dated 25/08/2011 16:09:13 GMT Daylight Time, grunthaner at gmail.com writes: I've got to look closer but I didn't see these when under 62 Sprite but I'll try and get a better look Bill, thanks. ____________________________________________________________ 57-Year-Old Mom Looks 25 Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3231/4e5ba044a41eaa296st05duc From bkitterer at me.com Mon Aug 29 08:39:10 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:39:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out the Vintage Video at this link In-Reply-To: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Ver cool Jay. 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 On Aug 29, 2011, at 6:29 AM, Jay wrote: > http://www.grandprixfestival.com/ALookAtSportsCarRacing.html > 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/bkitterer at mac.com From WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com Mon Aug 29 10:06:31 2011 From: WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com (WeslakeMonza1330 at aol.com) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:06:31 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Spridgets] fuel line & brake line circlips Message-ID: <354b8.6f374b74.3b8d1307@aol.com> That's the type of clip I had in some places on my 69. In a message dated 29/08/2011 15:21:55 GMT Daylight Time, haynes386 at netzero.net writes: On my MKII, there were bent sheet metal clips for the fuel line along the rail, with little teeth to bite into the rail lip itself. I actually pulled one farther up front when I went to an electric pump to keep the fuel line from drooping down where it could get whacked. From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 12:04:10 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:04:10 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: <9BDEA19468DE4589995E566AD77392CC@blackbox2> References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> <573375DA1EEC420185C17C1F52261F0D@blackbox2> <9BDEA19468DE4589995E566AD77392CC@blackbox2> Message-ID: OMG Dean you are so funny, now this is what the list is all about. Thanks Frank you started all this humor thing ; ) "Irene? Please That sounds like some aunt thats coming to bake us a cake." On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 12:53 AM, Dean Hedin wrote: > ** ** ** > > This hurricane reminds me of Agnes**** > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Agnes**** > > ** ** > > I just wish they would give these hurricanes more evil sounding names.*** > * > > ** ** > > Irene? Please That sounds like some aunt thats coming to bake us a > cake.**** > > ** ** > > How about something like Hurricane Medusa? Or Hurricane Morgana?**** > > ** ** > > Whats wrong with these weather people anyway? **** > > They must be stuck is some kind of old school Rockwell painting time warp > thing. **** > > ** ** > > ** ** > > ** ** > ------------------------------ > > *From:* Linda Grunthaner [mailto:grunthaner at gmail.com] > *Sent:* Sunday, August 28, 2011 9:55 PM > *To:* Dean Hedin > *Cc:* Philip Nase; Spridgets at autox.team. Net net > *Subject:* Re: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia**** > > ** ** > > Dean, I'm sorry to hear this, glad you are making headway. > hang in there we're rooting for you and your family ; ) > Lin**** > > On Sun, Aug 28, 2011 at 9:37 PM, Dean Hedin wrote:** > ** > > Power just came on here. > > I was also bailing basement water last night. > One of the basement window "wells" filled up with water and was leaking > into > the basement like a waterfall (also a finished basement). > > At 2am (after about a hour of bailing) I ended up digging a trench on the > side of the house to get better drainage. It worked. > > Now I'll have to re-landscape and turn that trench into a proper drainage > swale. > > We had a lot of trees down in my area. > > My brothers in-laws had to evacuate their home because a tree in their yard > fell onto their house after first yanking down the neighborhood's power > lines. > > My sister is in ****Northern** **NJ**** and is presently surrounded by > water and has 3 > inches in the 1st floor. Which kinda sucks being that it is her husband's > dental office. > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Philip Nase > Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 6:26 AM > To: Spridgets at autox.team. Net net > Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia**** > > > Earthquakes, floods......pestilence? > > Power is out, no surprise there. **Battery** backup sump pump was > overwhelmed so > I > started bailing the hole pulling out about 4 gals per minute and losing > ground. Shoulda bought a generator. Damn. > > Jane, the brains in the relationship remembered I have an AC outlet on the > new > truck. Duh. Drove the truck through the back yard muck at 4:30am and the > water > is emptying faster then it's running back in. Only half of the finished > side > of the basement rugs are soaked. > > I guess I'm gonna find out how long the truck will idle on a full tank. > > Over and out for now, luckily the 3G is still up. > > Phil Nase > _______________________________________________ > > 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 Aug 29 12:05:48 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:05:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <1397206032.1007750.1314595670521.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1397206032.1007750.1314595670521.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: I have Open Office on one of my beater computers works great for free but takes a long time to start-up. Can't beat FREE ; ) Lin On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 1:27 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > Open Office :) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Linda Grunthaner" wrote: > > > Ubuntu Linix and btw the new version is not only graphical but has a > > similar to word and excel app. From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 12:17:48 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:17:48 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out the Vintage Video at this link In-Reply-To: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Awesome Jay. On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Jay wrote: > http://www.grandprixfestival.com/ALookAtSportsCarRacing.html > 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/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 12:36:57 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:36:57 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out the Vintage Video at this link In-Reply-To: References: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Funny how he explains the roll bar and seat belts ; ) Lin On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 2:17 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Awesome Jay. > > > On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Jay wrote: > >> http://www.grandprixfestival.com/ALookAtSportsCarRacing.html >> 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/grunthaner at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 12:58:06 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:58:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Check out the Vintage Video at this link In-Reply-To: References: <1314624593.49018.YahooMailRC@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Scroll to 16:12 to see a bunch of guys sitting on a Bugeye while they are driving the lot ; ) On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 2:36 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > Funny how he explains the roll bar and seat belts ; ) > Lin > > > On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 2:17 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > >> Awesome Jay. >> >> >> On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Jay wrote: >> >>> http://www.grandprixfestival.com/ALookAtSportsCarRacing.html >>> 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/grunthaner at gmail.com From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 13:36:44 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:36:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: References: <1397206032.1007750.1314595670521.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: You need to take a look at your boot file, Lin... I have been running it for years on my old beaters and it starts quickly and works as perfectly as anything Bill Gates is getting more wealthy on.... ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 1:05 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > I have Open Office on one of my beater computers works great for free but > takes a long time to start-up. > Can't beat FREE ; ) > Lin > > On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 1:27 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > > > Open Office :) > > > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- "Linda Grunthaner" wrote: > > > > > Ubuntu Linix and btw the new version is not only graphical but has a > > > similar to word and excel app. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From grunthaner at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 13:39:59 2011 From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:39:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: References: <1397206032.1007750.1314595670521.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Actually Jim it is on my 10 year old broken screen-hinge Mac not so sure where to find it there. Lin On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 3:36 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: > You need to take a look at your boot file, Lin... I have been running it > for years on my old beaters and it starts quickly and works as perfectly as > anything Bill Gates is getting more wealthy on.... ;-) > > Cheers!! > Jim > > On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 1:05 PM, Linda Grunthaner wrote: > >> I have Open Office on one of my beater computers works great for free but >> takes a long time to start-up. >> Can't beat FREE ; ) >> Lin >> >> On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 1:27 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: >> >> > Open Office :) >> > >> > -- >> > Dave G KK7SS >> > Richland, WA >> > >> > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. >> > '65 Sprite - in process :( >> > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) >> > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid >> > >> > ----- "Linda Grunthaner" wrote: >> > >> > > Ubuntu Linix and btw the new version is not only graphical but has a >> > > similar to word and excel app. >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: >> http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com >> >> > > > -- > Cheers!! > Jim Johnson > Sprite-Midget Club USA > High Plains Youth Hockey > Dodge City Trail of Fame > Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology > Yup. I stay plenty busy!! > bmwwxman at gmail.com From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Mon Aug 29 14:14:44 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:14:44 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20110829201444.U6LW1.70376.root@cdptpa-web04-z01> It takes 15 seconds to start the open office word processor, running on my CAD workstation. MS Word takes about 1 second. And this is not having run either one of them since the last time the machine was booted so neither one has been cache'd. This computer has a dual core intel processor overclocked to 3.8GHz, and a Western Digital velociraptor hard drive. In my company we actually run Wordperfect so I don't have much experience with Word or OO. > You need to take a look at your boot file, Lin... I have been running it > for years on my old beaters and it starts quickly and works as perfectly as > anything Bill Gates is getting more wealthy on.... From bmwwxman at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 14:42:45 2011 From: bmwwxman at gmail.com (Jim Johnson) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:42:45 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <20110829201444.U6LW1.70376.root@cdptpa-web04-z01> References: <20110829201444.U6LW1.70376.root@cdptpa-web04-z01> Message-ID: Question for you... Is that 32 or 64 bit software? OO on my Windows 7 - 64 bit graphic work station boots in a flash. Quicker than the new MS Works for Word. I'll have to time my Linux LaTeX word processor... ;-) Cheers!! Jim On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 3:14 PM, wrote: > It takes 15 seconds to start the open office word processor, running on my > CAD workstation. MS Word takes about 1 second. And this is not having run > either one of them since the last time the machine was booted so neither one > has been cache'd. This computer has a dual core intel processor overclocked > to 3.8GHz, and a Western Digital velociraptor hard drive. In my company we > actually run Wordperfect so I don't have much experience with Word or OO. > > > > You need to take a look at your boot file, Lin... I have been running > it > > for years on my old beaters and it starts quickly and works as perfectly > as > > anything Bill Gates is getting more wealthy on.... > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bmwwxman at gmail.com > > -- Cheers!! Jim Johnson Sprite-Midget Club USA High Plains Youth Hockey Dodge City Trail of Fame Electronic Journal of Severe Storms Meteorology Yup. I stay plenty busy!! bmwwxman at gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 29 15:07:42 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:07:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <20110829201444.U6LW1.70376.root@cdptpa-web04-z01> Message-ID: <574963376.1016961.1314652062875.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I didn't know it was still around... Used it at DOD in the early days.. (before Ada !) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- bjshov8 at tx.rr.com wrote: > In my company we actually run Wordperfect so > I don't have much experience with Word or OO. From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 29 15:10:20 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:10:20 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <651576268.1017027.1314652220348.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> LateX? You sex-mad beast! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Jim Johnson" wrote: > I'll have to time my Linux LaTeX word processor... ;-) From an5.sprite at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 15:32:29 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:32:29 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware Message-ID: Did Ada ever get widespread use inside DoD? I remember reading about it when I was coding in PL1 (another dinosaur language) in the early 80's. Steve ------Original Message------ From: Dave KK7SS Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Cc: spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware Sent: Aug 29, 2011 5:07 PM I didn't know it was still around... Used it at DOD in the early days.. (before Ada !) -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- bjshov8 at tx.rr.com wrote: > In my company we actually run Wordperfect so > I don't have much experience with Word or OO. _______________________________________________ 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. From ah3000me at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 16:05:07 2011 From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:05:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <20110829214901.C94FF187961@autox.team.net> References: <20110829214901.C94FF187961@autox.team.net> Message-ID: That brings back memories. I liked PL/I; I did a lot of writing in PL/I on IBM mainframes and on CP/M with DR's version. - tom On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 5:32 PM, wrote: > Did Ada ever get widespread use inside DoD? I remember reading about it > when I was coding in PL1 (another dinosaur language) in the early 80's. > > Steve > ------Original Message------ > From: Dave KK7SS > Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > To: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > Cc: spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware > Sent: Aug 29, 2011 5:07 PM > > I didn't know it was still around... Used it at DOD in the early days.. > (before Ada !) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- bjshov8 at tx.rr.com wrote: > > > In my company we actually run Wordperfect so > > I don't have much experience with Word or OO. > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com > > > > Sent from me. > _______________________________________________ > > 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/ah3000me at gmail.com From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Aug 29 16:31:26 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:31:26 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <20110829201444.U6LW1.70376.root@cdptpa-web04-z01> Message-ID: > a dual core intel processor overclocked to 3.8GHz, and a Western Digital > velociraptor hard drive. So...is that Snow Leopard, or Lion? I'm still running 10.5.8 From an5.sprite at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 16:34:34 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 22:34:34 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: References: <20110829214901.C94FF187961@autox.team.net> Message-ID: I started using PL1 in 1980 on an IBM running CMS but then switched to a Prime mini. You could do anything with the language. Steve Sent from me. -----Original Message----- From: Tom Sender: tfwilliams at gmail.com Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:05:07 To: Cc: spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware That brings back memories. I liked PL/I; I did a lot of writing in PL/I on IBM mainframes and on CP/M with DR's version. - tom On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 5:32 PM, wrote: > Did Ada ever get widespread use inside DoD? I remember reading about it > when I was coding in PL1 (another dinosaur language) in the early 80's. > > Steve > ------Original Message------ > From: Dave KK7SS > Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > To: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com > Cc: spridgets > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware > Sent: Aug 29, 2011 5:07 PM > > I didn't know it was still around... Used it at DOD in the early days.. > (before Ada !) > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- bjshov8 at tx.rr.com wrote: > > > In my company we actually run Wordperfect so > > I don't have much experience with Word or OO. > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com > > > > Sent from me. > _______________________________________________ > > 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/ah3000me at gmail.com From jpaschke at bak.rr.com Mon Aug 29 17:12:53 2011 From: jpaschke at bak.rr.com (Jon Paschke) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:12:53 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5C1CF5.7040500@bak.rr.com> Ohh ya, Win 7 - 64 bit and USB 3 on my core 7 processor, nothing can touch it for speed.:-) I don't think the mac does USB 3 yet.. On 8/29/2011 3:31 PM, Billy Zoom wrote: >> a dual core intel processor overclocked to 3.8GHz, and a Western Digital >> velociraptor hard drive. > So...is that Snow Leopard, or Lion? I'm still running 10.5.8 > _______________________________________________ From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 29 17:29:01 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:29:01 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: <1682156720-1314653550-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-519504677-@b11.c12.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <2024656292.1018813.1314660541590.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> AFAIK.. No.... at that time it had no native database capability. Initially 'they' were going to mandate it for NASA and the ISS... but how do you keep data about supplies, spares, blueprint data, etc, on orbit without a database? "Another great idea, Stanley" -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "an5 sprite" wrote: > Did Ada ever get widespread use inside DoD? I remember reading about > it when I was coding in PL1 (another dinosaur language) in the early > 80's. From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 29 17:33:16 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:33:16 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. Message-ID: <1870375144.1018839.1314660796402.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> I just picked up the wheels for the Morris from the Powder Coating place. They look very nice (if you're a purist, don't asl what color!!) Question: Can I just mount and torque them as usual? Or should I remove the powder coating from where the lug nuts sit? IOW _ does the powder coating 'give' with time and effectively reduce the nut's torque? -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Mon Aug 29 18:54:34 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:54:34 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] No LBC - computer malware In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5C34CA.3090604@tx.rr.com> Windows XP. >> a dual core intel processor overclocked to 3.8GHz, and a Western Digital >> velociraptor hard drive. > So...is that Snow Leopard, or Lion? I'm still running 10.5.8 From mdrowe at optonline.net Mon Aug 29 18:51:20 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:51:20 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim In-Reply-To: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> References: <05c101cc658e$2a3e9e50$7ebbdaf0$@net> Message-ID: <888E571AB2914BFCBFB6BB181DC89726@Home> > The media used plenty of ink hyping Irene as a Category 4 hurricane that > Obama said would be of "historic proportions". Let's not forget how much fun the media had hyping the event. That's worth something, isn't it? Michael Rowe 16" deep in the shop From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Mon Aug 29 19:11:42 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:11:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. In-Reply-To: <1870375144.1018839.1314660796402.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: > Question: > Can I just mount and torque them as usual? > Or should I remove the powder coating from where the lug nuts sit? I obsessed over that for a few days and then just put them on. I figured I could sand it off, or rub it off with the nut...what's the difference. Two years later they still look great, but I haven't ever taken a wheel back off to check what's under the nut. This is on the CRX. The powder coated Sprite wheels haven't actually made it onto the car yet, but they're also holding up just fine. BZ From pythias at pacifier.com Mon Aug 29 20:02:05 2011 From: pythias at pacifier.com (Bill L) Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:02:05 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. In-Reply-To: <1870375144.1018839.1314660796402.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1870375144.1018839.1314660796402.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1968848768.20110829190205@pacifier.com> Hello Dave, Are they brand new wheels that have had powder coating applied, or are they older with just new powder coat? If new WHEELS that have never been on ANY car, torque them on, retorque after about 50 miles, again at about 150 miles and once more at about 500 miles. If just newly powder coated check them at about 100 miles and be done. -- Best regards, Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing" "Glad I brought my painting equipment" Tom said easily. From an5.sprite at gmail.com Mon Aug 29 20:20:21 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (an5.sprite at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:20:21 +0000 Subject: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim Message-ID: Mike, Oops, 16" sounds like we did not get the engine high enough?? Steve ------Original Message------ From: Mike Rowe Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: Robert Evans To: spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Listen to Jim Sent: Aug 29, 2011 8:51 PM > The media used plenty of ink hyping Irene as a Category 4 hurricane that > Obama said would be of "historic proportions". Let's not forget how much fun the media had hyping the event. That's worth something, isn't it? Michael Rowe 16" deep in the shop 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. From kk7ss at frontier.com Mon Aug 29 23:43:39 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:43:39 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. In-Reply-To: <720541066.1022101.1314681715445.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <454350713.1022173.1314683019109.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> For Bruce (questionable purist ) Blair We matched the color on the well inside of the rim (original color) as best we could,which turned out to be Pale Avacado!!! Original body color seems to be about the same as Buick Riviera Blue. The finished product cured a little darker than 'pale'. Never Mind! For Bill L, They are original wheels that someone had re-painted (badly). I had them bead blast all the crud off and then Powder Coated. I think they may have even clear coated them... real shiny For WFO Herb, Qty 4, 14" rims @ $25 each - Light Avacado. Qty 1, Small Air cleaner and lid $40 - Black Qty 1, Rocker cover $40 - Black The air cleaner was small and thinner metal, had to be careful with the blasting. And I didn't want any powder coating on the inside of the Rocker Cover. To Vigil, Billy Z, and all others: Thanks for the advice Consensus is to mount them, usual torque, and then re-check after putting a few miles on them. Now to stick some 165/65x14's on them. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid From shop at justbrits.com Tue Aug 30 00:12:53 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 01:12:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. In-Reply-To: <454350713.1022173.1314683019109.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <454350713.1022173.1314683019109.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <4E5C7F65.9070201@justbrits.com> << Now to stick some 165/65x14's on them. >> So you've been trying to put the cart before the horse, Dave ?!?!??? PPP From crusaderchuck at yahoo.com Tue Aug 30 04:22:18 2011 From: crusaderchuck at yahoo.com (charles christ) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:22:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] NE Pennsylrainia In-Reply-To: References: <2A9760AC-9869-4FBC-9F7A-8B57B3E286E2@verizon.net> <573375DA1EEC420185C17C1F52261F0D@blackbox2> <9BDEA19468DE4589995E566AD77392CC@blackbox2> Message-ID: <1314699738.87048.YahooMailNeo@web112717.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> power back on . thankfull for the small generator i have that kept the 'fridge running. chuck From kk7ss at frontier.com Tue Aug 30 09:30:57 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:30:57 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Powder coated wheel question.. In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <754358727.1027151.1314718257860.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Herb (and all), My apologies... I was looking at the receipt the wrong way.. Air cleaner $20 Valve Cover $20 4 Rims $120 Tax $13.28 When I picked them up, they were nicely wrapped in a thick version of Saran Wrap! You wouldn't believe the quote I had from a paint shop to do the same Job!!! -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "WFO Herb" wrote: > Dave---I'm thinking about having a set of TR8 wheels coated. Was it > expensive; since they are 13s like the 8? Thanks, Herb From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Aug 30 12:39:29 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:39:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Used car help - NO LCB, No RT Message-ID: Is there anyone in the San Francisco Bay area who could advise our younger daughter on a used car? She must move from San Francisco to a job in LA in a week and will need a car when she gets there, so hopes to find one in SF so she can carry her "stuff" to LA. She is looking for a late '90s Toyota or Honda in the $3500-$4000 range, not currently needing work. The job may be of interest to your teens. Among other things, Syyn Labs builds Rube Goldberg machines for ads, displays, etc., one of which appears in a video by the rock group OK GO titled, "This Too Shall Pass." (See http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qybUFnY7Y8w) Aloha, Michael Rowe From heard at datatrontech.net Tue Aug 30 14:15:59 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:15:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin Message-ID: How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" before you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm just not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my fat fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my seats back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... Thanks, Heard From mdrowe at optonline.net Tue Aug 30 14:16:14 2011 From: mdrowe at optonline.net (Michael Rowe) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:16:14 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention Message-ID: One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. Michael Rowe Recovering evacuee Long Island, NY From kmappley at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 14:18:41 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:18:41 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? Message-ID: I'm in the process of shop cleaning and looking at a bunch of engine's I've accumulated. Wondering if anyone on the list would be interested or for suggestions on what to do with them. I have a 948, 10CG 1098, 10CC 1098, 1500, 2 MGB 1800's. The 1500 is supposedly freshly overhauled and never run and the 948 has only about 3K miles on it, 10CG is supposed to be a good engine as well and the rest are cores. I'd really like someone to make me an offer I can't refuse and come here to SE South Dakota and haul them all off !! I could crate and ship if I have to but would want a better deal for doing so. Maybe there not worth the trouble???? Thought's? Kurt. From lcjones at croakingfrog.net Tue Aug 30 14:47:32 2011 From: lcjones at croakingfrog.net (lcjones) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:47:32 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5D4C64.3080604@croakingfrog.net> cosmoline :) On 8/30/2011 4:16 PM, Michael Rowe wrote: > One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. > > The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. > > Michael Rowe > Recovering evacuee > Long Island, NY > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/lcjones at croakingfrog.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 30 14:49:59 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:49:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9AFA096B96614A79B0BD45093A19D774@spider> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmoline -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Michael Rowe Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 1:16 PM To: Spridget Chat Group Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. Michael Rowe Recovering evacuee Long Island, NY _______________________________________________ From jfishbein at snet.net Tue Aug 30 14:53:37 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:53:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1314737617.21315.YahooMailRC@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> >From personal experience, the Spridget engines don't have any value. 1275's are the only ones that owners will pay for. I can appreciate the low mileage on the rebuilds, but in my experience, and unfortunately, buyers look at other people's rebuilds with skepticism, and rightly so. $50.00 for a 1098 would be a home run. Good luck. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Kurt Appley To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Tue, August 30, 2011 4:18:41 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? I'm in the process of shop cleaning and looking at a bunch of engine's I've accumulated. Wondering if anyone on the list would be interested or for suggestions on what to do with them. I have a 948, 10CG 1098, 10CC 1098, 1500, 2 MGB 1800's. The 1500 is supposedly freshly overhauled and never run and the 948 has only about 3K miles on it, 10CG is supposed to be a good engine as well and the rest are cores. I'd really like someone to make me an offer I can't refuse and come here to SE South Dakota and haul them all off !! I could crate and ship if I have to but would want a better deal for doing so. Maybe there not worth the trouble???? Thought's? From dwoerpel at wi.net Tue Aug 30 15:55:09 2011 From: dwoerpel at wi.net (Woerpel) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:55:09 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> Heard, Those of us with fingers that block half the inlet when trying to lift the piston have developed a solution, if you can't see the little bit of "lift" you're supposed to accomplish. It does take some technique to use the "tickler", as I was taught the lifting pin was called. With the air cleaners off, I use a long thin flat blade screw driver and guess at a 32nd. It does not have to be 1/32 but close. Did you: 1. check valve clearance, points gap, & plug gaps first? 2. check for play in the throttle shaft? 3. top up dash pots? 4. synch the carbs first(draw the same amount of air...the hose to the ear works, as long as you can hear ;-) ) I use a Unisyn as I don't trust my hearing anymore (keep the air hole open on the air cleaner mounting). 5. then check the mixture with the lifting pin or screw driver. I will use a Colortune here as again I can't always tell if the rpms rise a bit and then drop. You generally have to go back and forth between 4 and 5 above...at least I do. Sorry if you already knew this but the teacher in me came out! It's really a sense of accomplishment when you do this the first time and get it correct. Celebrate!! Good luck, Dave W. On 8/30/2011 3:15 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" before > you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm just > not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my fat > fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. > > I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my seats > back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... > > Thanks, > Heard From billmasq at hotmail.com Tue Aug 30 16:18:40 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:18:40 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: If you lift the pin as far as you can it lifts the piston the proper amount- you don't need to measure anything, just push it up and it stops where you need it to. BillM > Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:15:59 -0400 > From: heard at datatrontech.net > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin > > How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" before > you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm just > not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my fat > fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. > > I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my seats > back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... > > Thanks, > Heard > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 30 16:30:32 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:30:32 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> References: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> Message-ID: <5170B21F865249DE8E098B672B76C018@spider> And, under synching the carbs: 1. warm up engine 2. Screw up mixture nuts all the way and then down 2 turns. up = leaner, down = richer. (this the nut at the bottom of the carb) 3. loosen up throttle shaft couplings 4. adjust idles so carb air intake is the same, engine running (use unisync) 5. run adjuster nut down until smooth running; or up until rough running and then back down 6. adjust idles so they are the same(repeat back and forth steps 4 thru 6) Stall indicates other carb is too lean when you push up the piston pin at the side of the carb (so you'd turn down on its richness adjustment screw) 7. do a final idle check on both carbs using Unisync. 8. tighten bolts on throttle shafts If you need to avoid blocking holes on face of carb with Unisync base, cut off both ends of a can. I use and old STP Gas Treatment can (8 oz.) or a Hunt's Tomato Paste can (6 oz.) ================================================================== -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Woerpel Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 2:55 PM To: Spridgets Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin Heard, Those of us with fingers that block half the inlet when trying to lift the piston have developed a solution, if you can't see the little bit of "lift" you're supposed to accomplish. It does take some technique to use the "tickler", as I was taught the lifting pin was called. With the air cleaners off, I use a long thin flat blade screw driver and guess at a 32nd. It does not have to be 1/32 but close. Did you: 1. check valve clearance, points gap, & plug gaps first? 2. check for play in the throttle shaft? 3. top up dash pots? 4. synch the carbs first(draw the same amount of air...the hose to the ear works, as long as you can hear ;-) ) I use a Unisyn as I don't trust my hearing anymore (keep the air hole open on the air cleaner mounting). 5. then check the mixture with the lifting pin or screw driver. I will use a Colortune here as again I can't always tell if the rpms rise a bit and then drop. You generally have to go back and forth between 4 and 5 above...at least I do. Sorry if you already knew this but the teacher in me came out! It's really a sense of accomplishment when you do this the first time and get it correct. Celebrate!! Good luck, Dave W. On 8/30/2011 3:15 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" before > you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm just > not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my fat > fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. > > I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my seats > back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... > > Thanks, > Heard Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/corvallis at peoplepc.com From kevinv1275 at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 16:59:29 2011 From: kevinv1275 at gmail.com (Kevin Valentine) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:59:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Heard, How about I come down and show you ;) Kevin On Aug 30, 2011, at 4:15 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about > 3/16" before > you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. > I'm just > not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" > with my fat > fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. > > I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have > my seats > back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to > come.... From bkitterer at me.com Tue Aug 30 17:15:22 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:15:22 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4452F3E1-BC5B-46BA-AC05-D3F236573EEA@me.com> I have just given parts a good coating of engine oil, 30wt or heavier and wrapped them in a oily rag. They have done well for several years. However our humidity is rarely over 60% with a smaller temperature range. 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 On Aug 30, 2011, at 1:16 PM, Michael Rowe wrote: > One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. > > The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. > > Michael Rowe > Recovering evacuee > Long Island, NY > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From bkitterer at me.com Tue Aug 30 17:18:56 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:18:56 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> References: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> Message-ID: And static set the timing. 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 On Aug 30, 2011, at 2:55 PM, Woerpel wrote: > Heard, > > Those of us with fingers that block half the inlet when trying to lift the piston have developed a solution, if you can't see the little bit of "lift" you're supposed to accomplish. > It does take some technique to use the "tickler", as I was taught the lifting pin was called. > > With the air cleaners off, I use a long thin flat blade screw driver and guess at a 32nd. It does not have to be 1/32 but close. > > Did you: > > 1. check valve clearance, points gap, & plug gaps first? > 2. check for play in the throttle shaft? > 3. top up dash pots? > 4. synch the carbs first(draw the same amount of air...the hose to the ear works, as long as you can hear ;-) ) I use a Unisyn as I don't trust my hearing anymore (keep the air hole open on the air cleaner mounting). > 5. then check the mixture with the lifting pin or screw driver. I will use a Colortune here as again I can't always tell if the rpms rise a bit and then drop. > > You generally have to go back and forth between 4 and 5 above...at least I do. > > Sorry if you already knew this but the teacher in me came out! It's really a sense of accomplishment when you do this the first time and get it correct. Celebrate!! > > Good luck, > > Dave W. > > > > On 8/30/2011 3:15 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: >> How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" before >> you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm just >> not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my fat >> fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. >> >> I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my seats >> back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... >> >> Thanks, >> Heard > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From thcollin at mtu.edu Tue Aug 30 18:10:44 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:10:44 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn Message-ID: I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I understand it from the K&N filter site (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if hearing is a problem. Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor in a Megasquirt setup. What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From d.swanson at earthlink.net Tue Aug 30 18:24:29 2011 From: d.swanson at earthlink.net (Dean Swanson) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:24:29 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? Message-ID: <2BF3DBBDE9F947EDA31162159EC5A635@HomeComputer> Which is interesting because a stock 1098cc doesn't have that much less horsepower then a modern 1275cc: 1098 10CG: 55 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 62 lb-ft @ 3250 1098 10CC: 59 bhp @ 5750 rpm and 65 lb-ft @ 3500 '71 Midget 1275: 54.5 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 67 lb-ft @ 3250 -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 4:54 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? >From personal experience, the Spridget engines don't have any value. 1275's are the only ones that owners will pay for. I can appreciate the low mileage on the rebuilds, but in my experience, and unfortunately, buyers look at other people's rebuilds with skepticism, and rightly so. $50.00 for a 1098 would be a home run. Good luck. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Kurt Appley To: spridgets at autox.team.net Sent: Tue, August 30, 2011 4:18:41 PM Subject: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? I'm in the process of shop cleaning and looking at a bunch of engine's I've accumulated. Wondering if anyone on the list would be interested or for suggestions on what to do with them. I have a 948, 10CG 1098, 10CC 1098, 1500, 2 MGB 1800's. The 1500 is supposedly freshly overhauled and never run and the 948 has only about 3K miles on it, 10CG is supposed to be a good engine as well and the rest are cores. I'd really like someone to make me an offer I can't refuse and come here to SE South Dakota and haul them all off !! I could crate and ship if I have to but would want a better deal for doing so. Maybe there not worth the trouble???? Thought's? From kk7ss at frontier.com Tue Aug 30 19:24:32 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 01:24:32 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <10035200.1035186.1314753872514.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> IIRC... you can buy an dual air flow guage with vertical dials. I *think* I saw it on one of the European sites.. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Tim Collins" wrote: > I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a > "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two > Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. From sethamosjones at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 19:27:12 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:27:12 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: <4452F3E1-BC5B-46BA-AC05-D3F236573EEA@me.com> References: <4452F3E1-BC5B-46BA-AC05-D3F236573EEA@me.com> Message-ID: <47DD5D4D-207D-4C75-877B-DB2CA4C00D4B@gmail.com> When I change the oil I tend to keep it in my copious drain pain until I feel like taking it to an oil change place for disposal. When I changed to the datsun tranny, I just put the old shift lever, yoke, and backplate etc in the drain pan to pickle. I haven't seen any rust on any of these pars even years later. I have even hung the backplate on the wall after giving it a good coating of grease. sounds like the idea is sound. On Aug 30, 2011 AD, at 6:15 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > I have just given parts a good coating of engine oil, 30wt or heavier and wrapped them in a oily rag. They have done well for several years. However our humidity is rarely over 60% with a smaller temperature range. > > 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 > > On Aug 30, 2011, at 1:16 PM, Michael Rowe wrote: > >> One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. >> >> The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. >> >> Michael Rowe >> Recovering evacuee >> Long Island, NY >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $12.75 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/sethamosjones at gmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Tue Aug 30 19:29:41 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 01:29:41 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <2BF3DBBDE9F947EDA31162159EC5A635@HomeComputer> Message-ID: <221157112.1035278.1314754181917.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Which is very interesting to me.. The 948 cc single H1 carb engine in my '59 Morris 1000 is spec'd at 32 bhp. The extra ~23 bhp in the 1098 can't be due to the increase in capacity alone. Ny Question: How much difference does the dual carbs make to a 948 cc motor? Any Bug-i guys care to tell me the answer... Huh! huh? -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Dean Swanson" wrote: > Which is interesting because a stock 1098cc doesn't have that much > less horsepower then a modern 1275cc: > > 1098 10CG: 55 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 62 lb-ft @ 3250 > 1098 10CC: 59 bhp @ 5750 rpm and 65 lb-ft @ 3500 From an5.sprite at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 19:37:59 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:37:59 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Tim, Of course this system is completely overkill. You really need only ONE MAF that you move back and force between the carbs!!! When you build it make sure you take pictures!! Steve On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 8:10 PM, Tim Collins wrote: > I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a > "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two > Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I > understand it from the K&N filter site > (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly > proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. > > All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor > with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs > through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that > displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the > carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. > > I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to > be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be > different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the > same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just > fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. > > Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of > these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this > would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if > hearing is a problem. > > Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured > another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as > sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! > > I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor > in a Megasquirt setup. > > What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL > > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Tue Aug 30 19:38:19 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (BJNoSHOV8) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:38:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5D908B.4080703@tx.rr.com> WD40 is one of the worst products to use for rest prevention. It does provide a small amount of rust prevention, and might work for you if you live in the dry parts of Texas. Someplace wetter and it won't do. (The company that makes WD40 is either very lucky or they have the best PR firm in the world. The stuff is mostly bought by people to use for everything EXCEPT what it was invented for. People buy it for rust prevention and for lubrication, and it is not very good for either use.) If you've got lots of WD40 laying around, you can dry the parts of with a rag then what you can do with the WD40 is to hose down the parts with it, let them set for a few minutes, then wipe them off. Then put a good rust preventative on them. You can buy spray products that are intended for this, mostly made for hunters and so forth. There is a product advertised on the TV car shows that is made for lubrication and rust preventative, called something like "maxfilm". It is relatively expensive. A more mundane product like "CLP" would do well also. Some people said to use motor oil, and it would work pretty well. I wonder if 90 weight gear grease would work, and I'm pretty sure the normal automatic transmission fluid will work well too. If you really want protection on the order of cosmoline, you can mix something like Lanoline or Lee Liquid Alox in automatic transmission fluid and then put that on the parts. The lanoline or alox will form the thick protective film like cosmoline. > The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. From an5.sprite at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 19:41:08 2011 From: an5.sprite at gmail.com (Steven Guterman) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:41:08 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <2BF3DBBDE9F947EDA31162159EC5A635@HomeComputer> References: <2BF3DBBDE9F947EDA31162159EC5A635@HomeComputer> Message-ID: By 1971 we were in the emission control period that robbed horsepower. If you remove all that, readjust carbs and distributors it will have more power. Steve On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 8:24 PM, Dean Swanson wrote: > Which is interesting because a stock 1098cc doesn't have that much less > horsepower then a modern 1275cc: > > 1098 10CG: 55 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 62 lb-ft @ 3250 > > 1098 10CC: 59 bhp @ 5750 rpm and 65 lb-ft @ 3500 > > '71 Midget 1275: 54.5 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 67 lb-ft @ 3250 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay > Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 4:54 PM > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? > > From personal experience, the Spridget engines don't have any value. 1275's > are > the only ones that owners will pay for. > > > I can appreciate the low mileage on the rebuilds, but in my experience, and > unfortunately, buyers look at other people's rebuilds with skepticism, and > rightly so. > > $50.00 for a 1098 would be a home run. > > Good luck. > > jay fishbein > wallingford, ct > > ________________________________ > From: Kurt Appley > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Sent: Tue, August 30, 2011 4:18:41 PM > Subject: [Spridgets] Engine dillema?? > > I'm in the process of shop cleaning and looking at a bunch of engine's I've > accumulated. Wondering if anyone on the list would be interested or for > suggestions on what to do with them. I have a 948, 10CG 1098, 10CC 1098, > 1500, 2 MGB 1800's. The 1500 is supposedly freshly overhauled and never run > and the 948 has only about 3K miles on it, 10CG is supposed to be a good > engine as well and the rest are cores. I'd really like someone to make me > an > offer I can't refuse and come here to SE South Dakota and haul them all off > !! I could crate and ship if I have to but would want a better deal for > doing so. Maybe there not worth the trouble???? Thought's? > _______________________________________________ > > 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Tue Aug 30 20:03:26 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:03:26 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4F7FB600-9E89-40ED-AEB0-7E75084EA597@comcast.net> This stuff. It's wax in a solvent, think the stuff that you spray on paper to make it Cosmoline. ;-) it works VERY well, I use it after I sandblast or otherwise clean metal bits that I plan to use later, some have been sitting in Louisiana heat and humidity for 10 years without rusting. http://www.lpslabs.com/product_pg/corrosion_pg/LPS3.html lester On Aug 30, 2011, at 3:16 PM, Michael Rowe wrote: > One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. > > The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. > > Michael Rowe > Recovering evacuee > Long Island, NY > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From corvallis at peoplepc.com Tue Aug 30 20:10:34 2011 From: corvallis at peoplepc.com (corvallis at peoplepc.com) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 19:10:34 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: <4E5D908B.4080703@tx.rr.com> References: <4E5D908B.4080703@tx.rr.com> Message-ID: <27638AE40D104AB09D0340C9B73876E2@spider> ...and from our good friend William Thornton: "I been painting for 30 years+. In 20 years of using the WD40, I've never had any rust come back through anything I painted this way (this is just the way I do it ...OK!!). WD40 will neutralize rust stops it dead in its tracks. When I got my truck, I scratched the rust with Brillo pad or sandpaper; whatever I could get to. Then blew everything off with air; all the little crevices, up under the truck. Then just saturated everything with WD40. After it sits hour or so, blow off excess with air (rust has been stopped.) Then let it sit, for a couple of weeks at least, and paint with primer. I use spray cans; that way I can get paint in tight spots with that under truck!! Works great for me. If its rusty, it gets the WD40 treatment from me. And yes, I Figured This Out!! I put WD40 on everything that moves or don't move (did I say everything??) This means computer keys,... let's just say everything!! My house smells like WD-40 & my Truck. (...even ME) I've had 4 major surgeries; 3 steel plates in left foot, full right hip replacement, right shoulder been reconstructed, 3 ruptured disc in back (fell through scaffold in 1982)!! I just about bath in WD40. The doctors can't believe how good I HEALED UP! No skin problems and I could go on and on about this!!! " (do not attempt this at home! ...bill in corvallis) ========================================================================= -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of BJNoSHOV8 Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 6:38 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Rust prevention . . . (The company that makes WD40 is either very lucky or they have the best PR firm in the world. The stuff is mostly bought by people to use for everything EXCEPT what it was invented for. People buy it for rust prevention and for lubrication, and it is not very good for either use.) . . . _______________________________________________ From kmappley at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 20:19:19 2011 From: kmappley at gmail.com (Kurt Appley) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:19:19 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Re Engine Dillema?? Message-ID: Well, Jay's response is kinda what I expected but personally I kinda like a nice running 10CC. I have receipts on the 948 for all that was done and compression is between 153 and 155. I can understand scepticism on engine rebuilds but in life a little trust has to be exercised now and then. The 10CG and 1500 I got from an acquaintance whom I trusted. The 948 came out of my BE cause I felt the "need for speed" ( still not sure that was the right move). Anyway was hoping to find someone interested in 1 or 2 and willing to take the rest. Kurt. From billyzoom at billyzoom.com Tue Aug 30 20:24:47 2011 From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 19:24:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <2BF3DBBDE9F947EDA31162159EC5A635@HomeComputer> Message-ID: > 1098cc doesn't have that much less > horsepower then a modern 1275cc: The 1275 obviously has more hot rod potential, but I've always been partial to the exhaust tone of the 1098. BZ From kentmclean at comcast.net Wed Aug 31 05:54:33 2011 From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 07:54:33 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E5E20F9.9060605@comcast.net> Tim Collins wrote: > I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a > "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two > Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. Maybe this will work for you: NFI, I haven't used this vendor. The tool is available from a number of sources. -- Kent McLean '56 100 BN2 From grday at btinternet.com Wed Aug 31 05:54:46 2011 From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:54:46 +0100 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn References: Message-ID: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> Tim, You don't NEED one, you have a length of plastic screen wash pipe and an ear (or two). That is all you really need. You don't NEED to have more than 2 half inch spanners, but I'll bet you do. (Just count up how many you have - I stopped when I reached double figures!) Stuff all this going back from one carb to another and messing about. Get it built, enjoy building it, make it so it will work with other carbs, play with it. Have it so you can read it from the drivers seat as you are driving along. Make it into the must have tool for all racers (street and track) so they can see what is happening under the bonnet and why they don't get maximum power at all engine rev conditions. Then sell it to Snap-on! Best of luck - go for it :-) Guy R Day ps if you need a beta tester for the prototype just send one across and if anyone tells you not to enjoy yourself and don't make it - well ...... LOL ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Collins" To: Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 1:10 AM Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn > I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a > "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two > Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I > understand it from the K&N filter site > (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly > proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. > > All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor > with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs > through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that > displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the > carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. > > I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to > be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be > different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the > same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just > fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. > > Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of > these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this > would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if > hearing is a problem. > > Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured > another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as > sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! > > I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor > in a Megasquirt setup. > > What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL > > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/grday at btinternet.com From heard at datatrontech.net Wed Aug 31 06:06:18 2011 From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard Saxon) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:06:18 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carburetors - lifting pin In-Reply-To: References: <4E5D5C3D.3060000@wi.net> Message-ID: Thanks to all for the good info. Yes, I am aware of all the other stuff that needs to be checked first, which I plan to do this weekend. Hope to have pics and video up next week sometime. Heard On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 7:18 PM, Kitterer Bob wrote: > And static set the timing. > > 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 > > On Aug 30, 2011, at 2:55 PM, Woerpel wrote: > > > Heard, > > > > Those of us with fingers that block half the inlet when trying to lift > the piston have developed a solution, if you can't see the little bit of > "lift" you're supposed to accomplish. > > It does take some technique to use the "tickler", as I was taught the > lifting pin was called. > > > > With the air cleaners off, I use a long thin flat blade screw driver and > guess at a 32nd. It does not have to be 1/32 but close. > > > > Did you: > > > > 1. check valve clearance, points gap, & plug gaps first? > > 2. check for play in the throttle shaft? > > 3. top up dash pots? > > 4. synch the carbs first(draw the same amount of air...the hose to the > ear works, as long as you can hear ;-) ) I use a Unisyn as I don't trust my > hearing anymore (keep the air hole open on the air cleaner mounting). > > 5. then check the mixture with the lifting pin or screw driver. I will > use a Colortune here as again I can't always tell if the rpms rise a bit and > then drop. > > > > You generally have to go back and forth between 4 and 5 above...at least > I do. > > > > Sorry if you already knew this but the teacher in me came out! It's > really a sense of accomplishment when you do this the first time and get it > correct. Celebrate!! > > > > Good luck, > > > > Dave W. > > > > > > > > On 8/30/2011 3:15 PM, Heard Saxon wrote: > >> How do you lift this thing .031"? It feels like there is about 3/16" > before > >> you feel any resistance, then it might move another 1/8" or so. I'm > just > >> not sure how I'm supposed to move this thing I cannot see 1/32" with my > fat > >> fingers and I'm not sure where to start my guess. > >> > >> I'm trying to get ready for my first drive now that I finally have my > seats > >> back. Been making door panels and putting in carpet. Video to come.... > >> > >> Thanks, > >> Heard > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com > _______________________________________________ > > 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/heard at datatrontech.net > > -- Heard Saxon Datatron Technical Services, Inc. 888-362-3977 From peter at nosimport.com Wed Aug 31 07:29:44 2011 From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:29:44 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> References: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> Message-ID: <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> In my opinion, the best synching tool is the S.U. kit with the 2 wires. (there are other tools in the kit as well) I like it as the UniSyn is too variable... the reading changes as you move it around the face of the carbs, and it alters the carb's function as it is obstructing the flow. The wires work at any RPM. They don't affect the running of the carbs. They are actually giving you the relative height of the pistons which is directly affecting the needle height, and mixture. The Unisyn only gives you the relative butterfly opening which is valid if and only if the needles and piston weights and springs and piston interference are identical. The wires compensate for some of that. (not all as we are not actually reading mixture) There, I've said it. (oh, and the new Unisyns that I've seen are crap) I have a selection of "Unisyns through the ages. From the German made Motometer, through Edelbrock, and newer. Peter C From sethamosjones at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 08:06:10 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:06:10 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Actually, why not just figure out a way to install a MAF in the balance tube between the carbs? On Aug 30, 2011 AD, at 8:37 PM, Steven Guterman wrote: > Tim, > > Of course this system is completely overkill. You really need only ONE MAF > that you move back and force between the carbs!!! > > When you build it make sure you take pictures!! > > Steve > > > > On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 8:10 PM, Tim Collins wrote: > >> I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a >> "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two >> Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I >> understand it from the K&N filter site >> (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly >> proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. >> >> All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor >> with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs >> through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that >> displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the >> carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. >> >> I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to >> be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be >> different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the >> same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just >> fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. >> >> Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of >> these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this >> would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if >> hearing is a problem. >> >> Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured >> another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as >> sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! >> >> I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor >> in a Megasquirt setup. >> >> What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL >> >> >> Tim Collins >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/sethamosjones at gmail.com From trevor.jessie at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 08:19:06 2011 From: trevor.jessie at gmail.com (Trevor Jessie) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:19:06 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: So what we really need are devices to measure the piston heights WHILE driving and display in real time inside the car on some sort of gauge. Combine that with AF ratio and you could really dial-in some needle profiles. Where's the evil genius/mad scientist when you need him? -Trevor On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 9:29 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > In my opinion, the best synching tool is the S.U. kit with the 2 wires. > (there are other tools in the kit as well) I like it as the UniSyn is too > variable... the reading changes as you move it around the face of the carbs, > and it alters the carb's function as it is obstructing the flow. > > The wires work at any RPM. They don't affect the running of the carbs. > They are actually giving you the relative height of the pistons which is > directly affecting the needle height, and mixture. The Unisyn only gives you > the relative butterfly opening which is valid if and only if the needles and > piston weights and springs and piston interference are identical. The wires > compensate for some of that. (not all as we are not actually reading > mixture) > > There, I've said it. (oh, and the new Unisyns that I've seen are crap) I > have a selection of "Unisyns through the ages. From the German made > Motometer, through Edelbrock, and newer. > > Peter C > > ______________________________**_________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.**html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/** > options/spridgets/trevor.**jessie at gmail.com From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Wed Aug 31 08:43:11 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:43:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: .. hmm.. what about the Synchro-check? I've got this old one and I've polished and lubed the pivots.. http://hamilton.canadianlisted.com/car-parts/crypton-synchro-check-carb-balan ce-tool_551080.html Lester On Aug 31, 2011, at 8:29 AM, Peter Caldwell wrote: > In my opinion, the best synching tool is the S.U. kit with the 2 wires. (there are other tools in the kit as well) I like it as the UniSyn is too variable... the reading changes as you move it around the face of the carbs, and it alters the carb's function as it is obstructing the flow. > > The wires work at any RPM. They don't affect the running of the carbs. They are actually giving you the relative height of the pistons which is directly affecting the needle height, and mixture. The Unisyn only gives you the relative butterfly opening which is valid if and only if the needles and piston weights and springs and piston interference are identical. The wires compensate for some of that. (not all as we are not actually reading mixture) > > There, I've said it. (oh, and the new Unisyns that I've seen are crap) I have a selection of "Unisyns through the ages. From the German made Motometer, through Edelbrock, and newer. > > Peter C > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From oldsaabguy at comcast.net Wed Aug 31 08:57:40 2011 From: oldsaabguy at comcast.net (Lester) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:57:40 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <863A3F16-3649-4521-9B92-5E14FD0B7803@comcast.net> hmm.. I didn't see this show up soo here it is again.. LPS3. It's great stuff, thick waxy coating and things do not rust. That said, I was told NOT to use it inside brake cylinders as it may leach into the walls and then out onto the rubber bits which may cause a problem. Lester On Aug 30, 2011, at 3:16 PM, Michael Rowe wrote: > One shelf of engine parts was awash in Irene, some plastic bags and boxes leaked that shouldn't have, and some things floated in 16" of water and fell over. Everything that got wet is now out, rinsed, and drying in the beautiful weather that followed . I will cover everything with a rust preventative and rebag, etc. > > The first thought is to embalm everything in WD40, but rust is caused by oxygen, not water. How is WD40 as an oxygen barrier? If I manage to keep everything dry, what is the best barrier for stored parts? Purchased parts are often covered in something really gooey. > > Michael Rowe > Recovering evacuee > Long Island, NY > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/oldsaabguy at comcast.net From johnsfolly at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 09:22:45 2011 From: johnsfolly at gmail.com (John Deikis) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:22:45 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention Message-ID: <963EBB7A-BA8A-480B-B186-7C620C372065@gmail.com> late like usual...get stuff in digest mode... I've had very good luck with a spray can product called LPS3. Read about it on the web and found it at a tool supply. -JohnD Still Playing with Little Cars www.johnsfolly.webs.com From jackson.skip at yahoo.com Wed Aug 31 09:28:48 2011 From: jackson.skip at yahoo.com (Skip Jackson) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:28:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <221157112.1035278.1314754181917.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. --- On Wed, 8/31/11, Dave KK7SS wrote: > From: Dave KK7SS > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? > To: spridgets at autox.team.net > Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 1:29 AM > Which is very interesting to me.. > The 948 cc single H1 carb engine in my '59 Morris 1000 is > spec'd at 32 bhp. > > The extra ~23 bhp in the 1098 can't be due to the increase > in capacity alone. > > Ny Question: How much difference does the dual carbs make > to a 948 cc motor? > > Any Bug-i guys care to tell me the answer... Huh! huh? > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Dean Swanson" > wrote: > > > Which is interesting because a stock 1098cc doesn't > have that much > > less horsepower then a modern 1275cc: > > > > 1098 10CG: 55 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 62 lb-ft @ 3250 > > 1098 10CC: 59 bhp @ 5750 rpm and 65 lb-ft @ 3500 > _______________________________________________ > > 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/jackson.skip at yahoo.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 31 09:38:21 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:38:21 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Skip, Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town traffic. Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's are available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. This goes on the TBD list. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. > > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last > Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. From bjshov8 at tx.rr.com Wed Aug 31 09:38:46 2011 From: bjshov8 at tx.rr.com (bjshov8 at tx.rr.com) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:38:46 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Rust prevention In-Reply-To: <863A3F16-3649-4521-9B92-5E14FD0B7803@comcast.net> Message-ID: <20110831153846.L2RN7.40761.root@cdptpa-web26-z01> I received a message about LPS. It sounds like a good product. I'll have to look for it the next time I'm in a store. > hmm.. I didn't see this show up soo here it is again.. LPS3. It's great > stuff, thick waxy coating and things do not rust. That said, I was told NOT > to use it inside brake cylinders as it may leach into the walls and then out > onto the rubber bits which may cause a problem. From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Wed Aug 31 10:06:11 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (HomeHandy) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:06:11 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0DFAA325F0CD431DAEE69863BBB8CD37@Snoopy> Tim, I think you have spent way too much time day dreaming!!! Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Tim Collins Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 7:10 PM To: spridgets at autox.team.net Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I understand it from the K&N filter site (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if hearing is a problem. Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor in a Megasquirt setup. What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From bkitterer at me.com Wed Aug 31 10:18:59 2011 From: bkitterer at me.com (Kitterer Bob) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:18:59 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: The Morris came with one carb, the Spridgets had two - - - or did I answer the wrong question ;-) 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 On Aug 31, 2011, at 8:38 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > Skip, > > Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town traffic. > Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? > I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's are available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. > I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. > > This goes on the TBD list. > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > >> A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. >> >> Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last >> Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/bkitterer at mac.com From homehandy at sbcglobal.net Wed Aug 31 10:30:23 2011 From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net (HomeHandy) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:30:23 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Skip, Yes, HS2's work great on 948's. TBD list?? Jeff Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town traffic. Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's are available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. This goes on the TBD list. -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. > > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last > Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From frog.aye at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 10:38:10 2011 From: frog.aye at gmail.com (Hal Faulkner) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:38:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Dave, The MK II came with a 948 and dual HS2s. The same manifold should work but you might have to open it up at the carburetor end( don't think so, 'though.) Many a bugeye has already been converted to HS2 carbs (with the originals gone, gone, gone) so keep the HS1s for that concours restoration that's your next project! Hal On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 8:38 AM, Dave KK7SS wrote: > Skip, > > Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town > traffic. > Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? > I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's > are available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. > I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. > > This goes on the TBD list. > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > > > A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. > > > > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last > > Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/frog.aye at gmail.com From shop at justbrits.com Wed Aug 31 10:40:30 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:40:30 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: <4E5E63FE.4040306@justbrits.com> <<.. hmm.. what about the Synchro-check? >> Same thing, different "package", Lester >VBG? ! ! ! From billmasq at hotmail.com Wed Aug 31 10:42:10 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:42:10 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>, <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: Dave I have a dual H1 (with manifold) setup from Paul's stuff. I also have a single HS4 w/manifold that would fit. HS2's would be best for you but were never "factory" (neither were the other two) I even have a "Downton" manifold for the dual H1's! Everything is for sale. I need my garage back! BillM > Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:38:21 +0000 > From: kk7ss at frontier.com > To: jackson.skip at yahoo.com > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? > > Skip, > > Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town traffic. > Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? > I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's are available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. > I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. > > This goes on the TBD list. > > -- > Dave G KK7SS > Richland, WA > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > '65 Sprite - in process :( > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > > > A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. > > > > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last > > Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. > _______________________________________________ > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com From kk7ss at frontier.com Wed Aug 31 10:48:23 2011 From: kk7ss at frontier.com (Dave KK7SS) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:48:23 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <2056648131.1043167.1314809282420.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <316769837.1043173.1314809302989.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> TBD == To Be Done -- Dave G KK7SS Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. '65 Sprite - in process :( '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) '06 Honda Civic Hybrid ----- "HomeHandy" wrote: > TBD list ?? From jfishbein at snet.net Wed Aug 31 10:56:04 2011 From: jfishbein at snet.net (Jay) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:56:04 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: References: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> Message-ID: <1314809764.209.YahooMailRC@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> And Burlen in the UK probably still supplies new H1's, or at least they did back in '06 when Buster was assembling parts for Buster's Custard, I mean Buster Cluster. btw If anyone in or around Connecticut wants a 1098 with an Innocenti Spider ID tag on it, contact me. I have a deal for you. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Kitterer Bob To: spridgets_autox.team.net Sent: Wed, August 31, 2011 12:18:59 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? The Morris came with one carb, the Spridgets had two - - - or did I answer the wrong question ;-) Bob Kitterer and Dolores From b-evans at earthlink.net Wed Aug 31 13:05:36 2011 From: b-evans at earthlink.net (Robert Evans) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:05:36 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <1314809764.209.YahooMailRC@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <1314809764.209.YahooMailRC@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <00cc01cc6810$f7f81d60$e7e85820$@net> Jay wrote: " And Burlen in the UK probably still supplies new H1's, or at least they did back in '06 when Buster was assembling parts for Buster's Custard, I mean Buster Cluster. Yes, Burlen sells new ones for $612.65 for the pair. You DO NOT pay the UK's 20 VAT tax, and there are no import duties. (http://www.burlen.co.uk/ ) They will also restore your old SU's, good as new, no tax or duties. (http://www.sucarb.co.uk/Restoration.aspx ) Burlen bought the old Skinners Union company, lock stock and barrel. I swear, when I was given a tour and saw some of the little old workers in white shirt, tie and smocks, as well as the original tooling, I had to think they have original SU employees to boot. Buster -----Original Message----- From: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jay Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 9:56 AM To: spridgets_autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? And Burlen in the UK probably still supplies new H1's, or at least they did back in '06 when Buster was assembling parts for Buster's Custard, I mean Buster Cluster. btw If anyone in or around Connecticut wants a 1098 with an Innocenti Spider ID tag on it, contact me. I have a deal for you. jay fishbein wallingford, ct ________________________________ From: Kitterer Bob To: spridgets_autox.team.net Sent: Wed, August 31, 2011 12:18:59 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? The Morris came with one carb, the Spridgets had two - - - or did I answer the wrong question ;-) Bob Kitterer and Dolores 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/b-evans at earthlink.net From kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Aug 31 14:20:38 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:20:38 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] Lobster offer In-Reply-To: <20110828153658.BEBC31878EB@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <1156595053.1303373.1314822038273.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> Equally obvious, there is n such thing! Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "an5 sprite" To: "HealeyRick" , spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net, "spridgets" , "Peter Caldwell" Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 8:31:49 AM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Lobster offer You obviously never had a well made Manhattan Clam chowder!!! Steve Sent from me. /an5.sprite at gmail.com Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From rrengineer.mike at att.net Wed Aug 31 14:24:46 2011 From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:24:46 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <00cc01cc6810$f7f81d60$e7e85820$@net> Message-ID: <1314822286.82667.YahooMailClassic@web180601.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I bought a pair of H6s for my BN2 Le Mans restoration from them for half what the catalogs want from them. Had to wait over 3 months for them due to parts supply problems on their part. The wait was worth it. They are almost too pretty to put on the car. If you do order from them, make sure you download Skype because you will be on the phone to England for several phone calls to check on the progress of your carbs. Mine were assigned to one guy at the factory. The customer service rep that answered the phone always had to consult with my assembler about the progress of the build. Since the car was far from restored (still is) waiting was not a problem. Not the way to go if you have no patience though. Mike MacLean 60 Sprite 56 BN2 02 Heritage Springer --- On Wed, 8/31/11, Robert Evans wrote: From: Robert Evans Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? To: "'Jay'" , "'spridgets_autox.team.net'" Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 7:05 PM Jay wrote: " And Burlen in the UK probably still supplies new H1's, or at least they did back in '06 when Buster was assembling parts for Buster's Custard, I mean Buster Cluster. Yes, Burlen sells new ones for $612.65 for the pair. You DO NOT pay the UK's 20 VAT tax, and there are no import duties. (http://www.burlen.co.uk/ ) They will also restore your old SU's, good as new, no tax or duties. (http://www.sucarb.co.uk/Restoration.aspx ) Burlen bought the old Skinners Union company, lock stock and barrel. I swear, when I was given a tour and saw some of the little old workers in white shirt, tie and smocks, as well as the original tooling, I had to think they have original SU employees to boot. Buster From thcollin at mtu.edu Wed Aug 31 14:33:52 2011 From: thcollin at mtu.edu (Tim Collins) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:33:52 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> References: <9D00E860F18B4E2BB5237B9B9177A5EA@user8634b3d69b> <201108310629178.SM01424@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com> Message-ID: At 09:29 AM 8/31/2011, PPP wrote: >In my opinion, the best synching tool is the S.U. kit with the 2 wires. I should have mentioned that I have the sticks (wires) too. Think I bought them from PPP. The motorcycle type manometer balancing devices should work too. Would need port taps properly placed for them to work with SU's. A MAF between the carbs would only show that air is flowing, but how would that tell if they are balanced? I like Guy's reasoning on this subject - GO FOR IT - he says! Ya, that's the spirit! Jeff, too much time day dreaming?? Is that possible?? LOL Dean, thanks for the circuits. I'll study them. I'm a civil engineer so wires are pipes and transistors are valves, etc - right? Tim Collins http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ From billmasq at hotmail.com Wed Aug 31 16:18:57 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:18:57 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: Downton Manifold In-Reply-To: <14C82B2D1C394D628E154ED616A47ECA@D1PWFG61> References: <14C82B2D1C394D628E154ED616A47ECA@D1PWFG61> Message-ID: Mike Your email won't accept emails- give me one that will. Bill From: lotuspilot at verizon.net To: billmasq at hotmail.com Subject: Downton Manifold Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:27:20 -0400 Hi Bill, I would like to buy the Downton Manifold if you would sell it to me. I have an originally Downton equipped Lotus Seven America that needs the Manifold. Can I have a chance at buying it from you? Thanks, Mike Carpenter From billmasq at hotmail.com Wed Aug 31 16:23:42 2011 From: billmasq at hotmail.com (Bill Masquelier) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:23:42 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [!! SPAM] Re: FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <6F2BC91DF8FB4EC0A12CDEEDD0CDF193@Snoopy> References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>, <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> , <6F2BC91DF8FB4EC0A12CDEEDD0CDF193@Snoopy> Message-ID: Can anyone tell me if this is SPAM as the title says? Thanks Bill > From: homehandy at sbcglobal.net > To: billmasq at hotmail.com > Subject: Re: [!! SPAM] Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? > Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:19:41 -0500 > > Bill, I'm interested in your HS4 /w manifold. > > e-mail offlist: homehandy at sbcglobal.net > > Jeff > > -----Original Message----- > From: Bill Masquelier > Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 11:42 AM > Cc: spridget list > Subject: [!! SPAM] Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? > > Dave > I have a dual H1 (with manifold) setup from Paul's stuff. I also have a > single > HS4 w/manifold that would fit. > HS2's would be best for you but were never "factory" (neither were the other > two) > I even have a "Downton" manifold for the dual H1's! > Everything is for sale. I need my garage back! > BillM > > > Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:38:21 +0000 > > From: kk7ss at frontier.com > > To: jackson.skip at yahoo.com > > CC: spridgets at autox.team.net > > Subject: Re: [Spridgets] FW: Engine dilemma?? > > > > Skip, > > > > Fabulous . Many thanks. That would surely help in my driving in town > traffic. > > Was the dual H1 a factory option or an after-market thing? > > I wonder if dual 1.25" Hs2's be used with a 948? I don't think that H1's > > are > available any more - let alone a suitable manifold. > > I'd probably have to go with after-market manifolds/carbs. > > > > This goes on the TBD list. > > > > -- > > Dave G KK7SS > > Richland, WA > > > > '59 Morris Minor 1000 - working on it.. > > '65 Sprite - in process :( > > '76 Midget - co-owned with #4 Son :) > > '06 Honda Civic Hybrid > > > > ----- "Skip Jackson" wrote: > > > > > A 948 w/ dual H1's has 43 - 32 = 11 = 32% increase over the single H1. > > > > > > Skip J. driving AN5L/37190 around Cincinnati with a trip to INDY last > > > Saturday and 89 miles on a A-H Club drive on Sunday, 342 miles total. > > _______________________________________________ > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Suggested annual donation $12.75 > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/billmasq at hotmail.com > _______________________________________________ > > 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/homehandy at sbcglobal.net From shop at justbrits.com Wed Aug 31 16:42:35 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:42:35 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [!! SPAM] Re: FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>, <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> , <6F2BC91DF8FB4EC0A12CDEEDD0CDF193@Snoopy> Message-ID: <4E5EB8DB.80601@justbrits.com> << Can anyone tell me if this is SPAM as the title says? >> I would venture to say that Hotmail says it incorrectly. I would also venture that the 2 ** preceding Title means it board-line but failed to pass "spam test" "completely", Bill. 3 *s (and 3 *** trailing) means SERIOUS SPAM !! Possibility of leaving ENTIRE THREAD (sorry Jay) INTACT [which was totally NOT necessary] "might" have triggered the **SPAM "alarm" !! Ed From shop at justbrits.com Wed Aug 31 17:03:48 2011 From: shop at justbrits.com (Shop at " Just Brits ") Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:03:48 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [!! SPAM] Re: FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <4E5EB8DB.80601@justbrits.com> References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>, <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> , <6F2BC91DF8FB4EC0A12CDEEDD0CDF193@Snoopy> <4E5EB8DB.80601@justbrits.com> Message-ID: <4E5EBDD4.7000205@justbrits.com> Da*n Sepaul Xker ! Don't check hyphenated words ! ! << ...it board-line but failed to pass "spam test" "completely", Bill. >> Dat "should" have read: boarder-line DUH ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Ed From rbastedo at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 19:03:14 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:03:14 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NMC: Tillamook Cheese and rad VW bus Message-ID: Knowing there are cheese people and VW people here I thought I'd post this. I was camping with my family last weekend and when we got done and back to civilization I found this. To explain a bit of my excitement, I grew up working on dairies in Tillamook county Oregon. So I got a bit of free cheese, some cool buttons, talked cheese with the people and took these pictures. http://tinyurl.com/3h5j86p http://tinyurl.com/3pe4dss http://tinyurl.com/43fyw4o http://tinyurl.com/3rv3k3s http://tinyurl.com/3p7mvtu* *Enjoy* *Tillamook, the land of Trees, Cheese and Ocean Breeze! Rick (cheesy) Bastedo* * From sethamosjones at gmail.com Tue Aug 30 22:14:53 2011 From: sethamosjones at gmail.com (Seth Jones) Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:14:53 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] Carb sysn In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <49C4336F-D553-48A0-978A-ECEA88A7DBAD@gmail.com> Not sure how this unit worked, but it appears in a factory SU carb manual somewhere. It looks like its a special vacuum gage that can compare two vacuums somehow. a mechanical device such as this would be a much better solution I think because it wouldn't require batteries. BTW Uni-syn syncronizers have been around longer than you might think. Here's an ad for them from 1962 as it appeared in car and driver On Aug 30, 2011 AD, at 7:10 PM, Tim Collins wrote: > I've been day dreaming about this sync the carbs process and a > "modern" way to do it. Seems like a device could be made from two > Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors (one per carb) to sync them. A MAF, as I > understand it from the K&N filter site > (www.knfilters.com/maf/maftestresults.htm) outputs a voltage directly > proportional to the flow of air past the heated wire sensor. > > All you would have to do is read the voltage from each MAF sensor > with something - a voltage meter perhaps or go fancy with inputs > through a parallel port or USB port to a computer program that > displays the voltage output of each sensor. You would adjust the > carbs until each one delivered the same voltage. > > I don't think it matters what the voltage is, you just want them to > be the same. If you adjust at a low RPM then the voltage would be > different from an adjustment at a high RPM - that's all - being the > same number is the important thing. Seems like this should work just > fine and the hardware parts are available at your pick & pull. > > Ok, now does this seem feasible or not? Of course if you build one of > these it sould be known as an "Overkill" because that's what this > would be, but it could solve the problem of listening to the hiss if > hearing is a problem. > > Yes, I know about and own a Unisync and the Moss ad today featured > another similar device (Synchormeter) but neither are as > sophisticated as a duel(ing) MAF system! > > I'm not talking Megasquirt here although you will find a MAF sensor > in a Megasquirt setup. > > What do you think? Would this work? (I'm not looking for investors!!) LOL > > > Tim Collins > http://www.flickr.com/photos/12702006 at N07/sets/ > _______________________________________________ > > 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/sethamosjones at gmail.com From cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 20:28:07 2011 From: cosmicmag1380 at gmail.com (CosmicMag1380) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:28:07 -0400 Subject: [Spridgets] FW: [!! SPAM] Re: FW: Engine dilemma?? In-Reply-To: <4E5EBDD4.7000205@justbrits.com> References: <1314804528.65256.YahooMailClassic@web46403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> <525383584.1041878.1314805101786.JavaMail.root@cl02-host03.dlls.pa.frontiernet.net> <6F2BC91DF8FB4EC0A12CDEEDD0CDF193@Snoopy> <4E5EB8DB.80601@justbrits.com> <4E5EBDD4.7000205@justbrits.com> Message-ID: Dat "should" have read: boarder-line DUH ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Ed _______________________________________________ So the person who rents a room from you draws lines??? -- Kent 1960 Bugeye 1983 Garage full of spridget parts! 2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!! From froggi60 at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 21:25:47 2011 From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:25:47 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NMC: Tillamook Cheese and rad VW bus In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Yep, Tillamook is the choice of most of us... Oregonians that is. Where you live now, Rick? You gotta' love those short wheel based VW 2211s. Herb Grants Pass, Oregon P.S. No wine??? On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 6:03 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > Knowing there are cheese people and VW people here I thought I'd post this. > I was camping with my family last weekend and when we got done and back to > civilization I found this. > To explain a bit of my excitement, I grew up working on dairies in > Tillamook > county Oregon. > So I got a bit of free cheese, some cool buttons, talked cheese with the > people and took these pictures. > > http://tinyurl.com/3h5j86p > http://tinyurl.com/3pe4dss > http://tinyurl.com/43fyw4o > http://tinyurl.com/3rv3k3s > http://tinyurl.com/3p7mvtu* > > *Enjoy* > > *Tillamook, the land of Trees, Cheese and Ocean Breeze! > > Rick (cheesy) Bastedo* > * From tr3.4.me at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 22:09:01 2011 From: tr3.4.me at gmail.com (Jeff Foster) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:09:01 -0500 Subject: [Spridgets] The heat in Elkhart Lake.... In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: My apologies Jim! That link was supposed to be in a different email to a guy I used to work with in response to his joke to me. I'm guessing this picture of a melted ice cream truck is the one Jim was referring to http://goo.gl/O2qsE Again, my apologies Jim. On Tue, Jul 19, 2011 at 11:16 PM, J Foster wrote: > Obviously the attachment didn't come thru ... is this it Jim? ;-) > > http://goo.gl/Qwy8E > > > On Mon, Jul 18, 2011 at 4:14 PM, Jim Johnson wrote: >> I keep hearing complaints about the heat up there in Wisconsin. >> >> Thought you'd like to see what its like here in western Kansas. >> >> Cheers!! >> Jim >> >> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of ice_cream_truck.jpg] From kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Aug 31 22:13:12 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 04:13:12 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT In-Reply-To: <20110819155234.B5E60188142@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <156932709.1310637.1314850392927.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> I think I shall also spend next year's vacation in the garage with the Midget. Lost 7/16/11 Hat Jacket 2 cases Pepsi Railroad lantern 1987 Jeep Comanche ------Original Message------ From: Linda Grunthaner Sender: spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net To: spridgets Subject: [Spridgets] LSHIT Sent: Aug 19, 2011 11:38 AM List, I just got back from my western trip and off to MI, here is a list of lost stuff from my trip. omen that my trips should be in the garage working on Sprites ; ) A my Sprite's need me, Lin Shit lost 8-11-11 Hat Ipod touch & Griffin case Pigtail wire for headphones HTC phone car charger HTC dash clamp HTC spare wire & charger-FOUND 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/an5.sprite at gmail.com Sent from me. 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 kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Aug 31 22:36:44 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 04:36:44 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] 1979 MG Midget for sale In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <643335696.1310745.1314851804431.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> If you want it, I'll go pick it up and store it in my garage until spring - no charge. When the roads clear, I'll drive it to your location - you pay fuel & 1 way ticket back to Elko on Amtrak. Kate I wish I had a garage! 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 Thu, Aug 25, 2011 at 5:56 PM, wrote: > Financial interest. Corvallis Oregon > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150654190317 > _______________________________________________ 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 kgb at frontiernet.net Wed Aug 31 23:07:29 2011 From: kgb at frontiernet.net (kgb at frontiernet.net) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 05:07:29 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Spridgets] NMC: Tillamook Cheese and rad VW bus In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <955108292.1310845.1314853649121.JavaMail.root@cl01-host01.roch.ny.frontiernet.net> I prefer Bandon's. Also Oregon grown, but, in my opinion, a smoother texture than Tillamook, and a better flavor. Tillamook would definitely be my second choice. Kate ----- Original Message ----- From: "WFO Herb" To: rbastedo at gmail.com Cc: "SPRIDGETS" Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 8:25:47 PM Subject: Re: [Spridgets] NMC: Tillamook Cheese and rad VW bus Yep, Tillamook is the choice of most of us... Oregonians that is. Where you live now, Rick? You gotta' love those short wheel based VW 2211s. Herb Grants Pass, Oregon P.S. No wine??? On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 6:03 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > Knowing there are cheese people and VW people here I thought I'd post this. > I was camping with my family last weekend and when we got done and back to > civilization I found this. > To explain a bit of my excitement, I grew up working on dairies in > Tillamook > county Oregon. > So I got a bit of free cheese, some cool buttons, talked cheese with the > people and took these pictures. > > http://tinyurl.com/3h5j86p > http://tinyurl.com/3pe4dss > http://tinyurl.com/43fyw4o > http://tinyurl.com/3rv3k3s > http://tinyurl.com/3p7mvtu* > > *Enjoy* > > *Tillamook, the land of Trees, Cheese and Ocean Breeze! > > Rick (cheesy) Bastedo* > * Suggested annual donation $12.75 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/kgb at frontiernet.net From rbastedo at gmail.com Wed Aug 31 23:16:38 2011 From: rbastedo at gmail.com (Rick Bastedo) Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:16:38 -0700 Subject: [Spridgets] NMC: Tillamook Cheese and rad VW bus In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I graduated from Neah-Kah-Nie High School in 1977. Worked on farms around Nehalem & Mohler from the time I was 11 up to about 19. Then I decided there had to be a better way to make a living than living in cowshit. I'm up in Snoqualmie Washington for the past 22 years, no more cows. Before that, Seattle. Before that, Alaska. But I love the cheese, and it's nice to be able to get the ice cream and butter at the grocery store. Rick (what's the green stuff in the handkerchief?) Bastedo On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 8:25 PM, WFO Herb wrote: > Yep, Tillamook is the choice of most of us... Oregonians that is. > > Where you live now, Rick? > > You gotta' love those short wheel based VW 2211s. > > Herb > Grants Pass, Oregon > P.S. No wine??? > > > > On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 6:03 PM, Rick Bastedo wrote: > >> Knowing there are cheese people and VW people here I thought I'd post >> this. >> I was camping with my family last weekend and when we got done and back to >> civilization I found this. >> To explain a bit of my excitement, I grew up working on dairies in >> Tillamook >> county Oregon. >> So I got a bit of free cheese, some cool buttons, talked cheese with the >> people and took these pictures. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/3h5j86p >> http://tinyurl.com/3pe4dss >> http://tinyurl.com/43fyw4o >> http://tinyurl.com/3rv3k3s >> http://tinyurl.com/3p7mvtu* >> >> *Enjoy* >> >> *Tillamook, the land of Trees, Cheese and Ocean Breeze! >> >> Rick (cheesy) Bastedo* >> *