From Gmari2 at verizon.net  Sun Nov  1 04:49:56 2020
From: Gmari2 at verizon.net (George Marinos)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 06:49:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Video and Les Myer article
References: <9D45AF97-E423-4175-9E00-75568F15C52C.ref@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <9D45AF97-E423-4175-9E00-75568F15C52C@verizon.net>

Re-read Les?s article of 23 years ago.  Conjured up some great memories of. Frank.    I Dieider Dorot was aname I hadn?t heard in years.  It was From Didier that I purchasd an original Donald Healey Steering wheel from....which is now somewhere in Japan.  Thanks for posting the article.
George

Sent from my iPad

> On Oct 31, 2020, at 7:08 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Hey Dave,
> 
> Chuck has the Midget basically done with a lot of List sourced parts. 
> 
> Ron Soave
> 
>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 2:51 PM, David Woerpel via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?Hi folks,
>> 
>> As long as we're doing blasts from the past.  I just found and read Les Myer's account of his trip transporting a Midget to Frank's and then picking up another and trailering it home. Brought back memories.
>> 
>> http://members.tripod.com/prev_pdljmpr/rhode.htm
>> 
>> 
>> Next, John Seaman sent a link to his YouTube with an updated edited version of the Midget 50th at Road America.  Well done and even Burt Levy gets in the act.
>> 
>> 
>> https://youtu.be/LC9ALmTXYNQ
>> 
>> 
>> Enjoy and stay well,
>> 
>> Dave W.
>> 
>> '59 :{)
>> 
>> "59 MGA 1500
>> 
>> Burlington WI
>> 
>> "Pay It Forward"
>> 
>> If you come here wear a freaking mask! (to paraphrase our Gov.)
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov  1 06:01:59 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 07:01:59 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <750CDF73-A933-4F8C-9FBF-D47C65027421@comcast.net>
References: <750CDF73-A933-4F8C-9FBF-D47C65027421@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <7FEBAB36-A17F-4C3F-B729-84A47122CF99@yahoo.com>

I have a set that some doofus used the wrong clamps on....

Ron Soave

> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Ryan <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Can I get a set for a 1275?
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:55 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?I?d love another set. Daniel?
>> 
>> Ron Soave
>> 
>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 5:21 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?Dear Folks, 
>>> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and 
>>> I have a question. 
>>> 
>>> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the 
>>> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips. 
>>> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the 
>>> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly. 
>>> 
>>> So are you guys using the proper clips? 
>>> 
>>> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
>>> blame the hose. 
>>> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>>> 
>>> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of 
>>> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>>> 
>>> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
>>> ------------------------
>>> 
>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>> 
>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Sun Nov  1 07:37:08 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 09:37:08 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <7FEBAB36-A17F-4C3F-B729-84A47122CF99@yahoo.com>
References: <7FEBAB36-A17F-4C3F-B729-84A47122CF99@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ACCC6AD1-5BDE-4060-899D-E690023325ED@chartermi.net>

I just used whatever clips I had in the garage at the time.  They haven't chewed up the hoses, so I musta got lucky.  :-)

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:02 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?I have a set that some doofus used the wrong clamps on....
> 
> Ron Soave
> 
>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Ryan <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?Can I get a set for a 1275?
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:55 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?I?d love another set. Daniel?
>>> 
>>> Ron Soave
>>> 
>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 5:21 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> ?Dear Folks, 
>>>> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and 
>>>> I have a question. 
>>>> 
>>>> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the 
>>>> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips. 
>>>> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the 
>>>> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly. 
>>>> 
>>>> So are you guys using the proper clips? 
>>>> 
>>>> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
>>>> blame the hose. 
>>>> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>>>> 
>>>> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of 
>>>> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>>>> 
>>>> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
>>>> ------------------------
>>>> 
>>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>>> 
>>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
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>>> 
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov  1 07:55:19 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 08:55:19 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <ACCC6AD1-5BDE-4060-899D-E690023325ED@chartermi.net>
References: <ACCC6AD1-5BDE-4060-899D-E690023325ED@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <80DF3233-3B35-4E3B-84E8-31AD5322D95C@yahoo.com>

You did. Cheese grater effect isn?t fake need. BTDT. 

Ron Soave

> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:37 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
> 
> ?I just used whatever clips I had in the garage at the time.  They haven't chewed up the hoses, so I musta got lucky.  :-)
> 
> Rick
> 
> Sent from my keyboard
> 
>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:02 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?I have a set that some doofus used the wrong clamps on....
>> 
>> Ron Soave
>> 
>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Ryan <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?Can I get a set for a 1275?
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>> 
>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:55 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> ?I?d love another set. Daniel?
>>>> 
>>>> Ron Soave
>>>> 
>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 5:21 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> ?Dear Folks, 
>>>>> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and 
>>>>> I have a question. 
>>>>> 
>>>>> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the 
>>>>> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips. 
>>>>> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the 
>>>>> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly. 
>>>>> 
>>>>> So are you guys using the proper clips? 
>>>>> 
>>>>> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
>>>>> blame the hose. 
>>>>> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>>>>> 
>>>>> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of 
>>>>> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>>>>> 
>>>>> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
>>>>> ------------------------
>>>>> 
>>>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>>>> 
>>>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
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>>>> 
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>>> 
>> 
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Sun Nov  1 08:06:55 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 10:06:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <80DF3233-3B35-4E3B-84E8-31AD5322D95C@yahoo.com>
References: <80DF3233-3B35-4E3B-84E8-31AD5322D95C@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8D256820-2673-4F17-81DB-4EF2081B6280@chartermi.net>

I would have a word with the crew.  :-)

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 1, 2020, at 9:55 AM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
> ?You did. Cheese grater effect isn?t fake need. BTDT. 
> 
> Ron Soave
> 
>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:37 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?I just used whatever clips I had in the garage at the time.  They haven't chewed up the hoses, so I musta got lucky.  :-)
>> 
>> Rick
>> 
>> Sent from my keyboard
>> 
>>>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:02 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?I have a set that some doofus used the wrong clamps on....
>>> 
>>> Ron Soave
>>> 
>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Ryan <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> ?Can I get a set for a 1275?
>>>> 
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> 
>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:55 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> ?I?d love another set. Daniel?
>>>>> 
>>>>> Ron Soave
>>>>> 
>>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 5:21 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> ?Dear Folks, 
>>>>>> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and 
>>>>>> I have a question. 
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the 
>>>>>> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips. 
>>>>>> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the 
>>>>>> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly. 
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> So are you guys using the proper clips? 
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
>>>>>> blame the hose. 
>>>>>> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of 
>>>>>> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
>>>>>> ------------------------
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Archive: http://www.team.net/pipermail/spridgets  http://autox.team.net/archive
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/soavero at yahoo.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> ------------------------
>>>>> 
>>>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov  1 08:38:27 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2020 09:38:27 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <8D256820-2673-4F17-81DB-4EF2081B6280@chartermi.net>
References: <8D256820-2673-4F17-81DB-4EF2081B6280@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <3C5EC41C-6023-4B8E-A57D-E90FF73A71EE@yahoo.com>

They told me to take it up with the owner. 

Ron Soave

> On Nov 1, 2020, at 9:06 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
> 
> ?I would have a word with the crew.  :-)
> 
> Sent from my keyboard
> 
>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 9:55 AM, Ron Soave <soavero at yahoo.com> wrote:
>> 
>> ?You did. Cheese grater effect isn?t fake need. BTDT. 
>> 
>> Ron Soave
>> 
>>>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:37 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>>> 
>>> ?I just used whatever clips I had in the garage at the time.  They haven't chewed up the hoses, so I musta got lucky.  :-)
>>> 
>>> Rick
>>> 
>>> Sent from my keyboard
>>> 
>>>>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 8:02 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> ?I have a set that some doofus used the wrong clamps on....
>>>> 
>>>> Ron Soave
>>>> 
>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Ryan <ryan.kubanoff at comcast.net> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> ?Can I get a set for a 1275?
>>>>> 
>>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>> 
>>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 6:55 PM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> ?I?d love another set. Daniel?
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Ron Soave
>>>>>> 
>>>>>>>> On Oct 31, 2020, at 5:21 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> ?Dear Folks, 
>>>>>>> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and 
>>>>>>> I have a question. 
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the 
>>>>>>> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips. 
>>>>>>> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the 
>>>>>>> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly. 
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> So are you guys using the proper clips? 
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
>>>>>>> blame the hose. 
>>>>>>> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of 
>>>>>>> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
>>>>>>> ------------------------
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>>>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
>>>>>>> 
>>>>>>> Archive: http://www.team.net/pipermail/spridgets  http://autox.team.net/archive
>>>>>>> 
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>>>>>> 
>>>>>> ------------------------
>>>>>> 
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>>>>>> 
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>>>>> 
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From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Mon Nov  2 09:53:18 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Mon, 2 Nov 2020 16:53:18 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
Message-ID: <CAMhoh1X+E7QukTH4SWNS889U05t7FaR6s97+p_LdZ5rnzj14mg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi List,

I'll reply to the other e-mails in a moment but wanted you to know that
I've just e-mailed Samco to see about them making some hoses for us.
Actually the hoses are for you because I still have the original hoses on
my Sprite.  I used stainless steel Jubilee brand (the original) worm drive
hose clips.  Jubilee are a British company and make their hoses in Britain
- their website is worth a look.  There a number of e-bay vendors that will
sell you their stainless steel clips.

I've also asked Samco what colours they have in stock at present in case
anyone wants a british racing green or lime green hose, rather than blue or
black.  Once I've heard from them and have some prices I'll update the list.

Regards


Daniel
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From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Mon Nov  2 09:56:09 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Mon, 2 Nov 2020 16:56:09 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <949974550.159840.1604182565402@myemail.cox.net>
References: <949974550.159840.1604182565402@myemail.cox.net>
Message-ID: <CAMhoh1XhaUyT3g5eCx=gW7ymTHs2_Lx2LiuNNL5zkW_xRC3Nsg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi David,

Yes list, David is the man who got this all started and he still owns the
tooling to the vertical flow Spridget hoses and the heater question mark
hose.  I own the tooling for the 2 crossflow hoses (the third hose is a
standard part).

Regards


Daniel

On Sat, 31 Oct 2020 at 22:21, David Doiron via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Dear Folks,
> I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and
> I have a question.
>
> I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the
> silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips.
> They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the
> regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly.
>
> So are you guys using the proper clips?
>
> It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
> blame the hose.
> The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...
>
> My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of
> the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!
>
> W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
> ------------------------
>
> spridgets at autox.team.net
>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
>
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>
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From spritenut1960 at hotmail.com  Mon Nov  2 18:13:46 2020
From: spritenut1960 at hotmail.com (Chris W.)
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2020 01:13:46 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <CAMhoh1XhaUyT3g5eCx=gW7ymTHs2_Lx2LiuNNL5zkW_xRC3Nsg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <949974550.159840.1604182565402@myemail.cox.net>,
 <CAMhoh1XhaUyT3g5eCx=gW7ymTHs2_Lx2LiuNNL5zkW_xRC3Nsg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CH2PR12MB4839739672AC4D9C4E1B72F9A7110@CH2PR12MB4839.namprd12.prod.outlook.com>



________________________________
From: Spridgets <spridgets-bounces at autox.team.net> on behalf of Weslake1330 via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, November 2, 2020 11:56 AM
To: David Doiron <ddoiron at cox.net>
Cc: Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses

Hi David,
Gates makes a line of clamps specifically designed for use with silicone hose. Check with your local Gates retailer. - Chris
Yes list, David is the man who got this all started and he still owns the tooling to the vertical flow Spridget hoses and the heater question mark hose.  I own the tooling for the 2 crossflow hoses (the third hose is a standard part).

Regards


Daniel

On Sat, 31 Oct 2020 at 22:21, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net<mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net>> wrote:
Dear Folks,
I am the guy who got the ball rolling for the silicone hoses and
I have a question.

I found that the typical hose clamp acted like cheese grater on the
silicone material so the kits I offered had STAINLESS Jubilee clips.
They were much kinder to the hoses. I specified stainless because the
regular Jubilee is mild steel and can rust badly.

So are you guys using the proper clips?

It would be a shame to ruin a good hose with a bad clamp and then
blame the hose.
The first sets ever made are still in perfect condition on my Sprites...

My thanks to Mssr. Stapleton who has kept his hand in the production of
the hoses. I just never had the network he does!!

W David Doiron...ex BMC mechanic in Tempe AZ
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Nov  2 11:14:22 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 2 Nov 2020 10:14:22 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <80DF3233-3B35-4E3B-84E8-31AD5322D95C@yahoo.com>
References: <ACCC6AD1-5BDE-4060-899D-E690023325ED@chartermi.net>
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Amazon has real Jubilee clips?either too small for a Spridget hose, or way too big! What a tease!


From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Tue Nov  3 01:22:31 2020
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2020 08:22:31 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <5C04AB46-C2C5-4F03-81D9-D8DB6A4B3808@billyzoom.com>
References: <ACCC6AD1-5BDE-4060-899D-E690023325ED@chartermi.net>
 <80DF3233-3B35-4E3B-84E8-31AD5322D95C@yahoo.com>
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Message-ID: <2137958333.1031473.1604391751248@mail.yahoo.com>

 You can always use the original wire type hose clamps,Mike MacLean

    On Monday, November 2, 2020, 7:37:46 PM PST, Billy Zoom via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:  
 
 Amazon has real Jubilee clips?either too small for a Spridget hose, or way too big! What a tease!

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From ddoiron at cox.net  Wed Nov  4 14:16:01 2020
From: ddoiron at cox.net (David Doiron)
Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2020 16:16:01 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
Message-ID: <1634174731.11552.1604524561240@myemail.cox.net>

>>>>
> You can always use the original wire type hose clamps,
> Mike MacLean
>>>>

You could, but it would not be good for the hose...


Sort of like putting a non-turbocharged 567 into 
a SD70. Not a happy combination :-O 

W David Doiron

From refisk at chartermi.net  Wed Nov  4 15:59:56 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2020 17:59:56 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Silicone hoses
In-Reply-To: <1634174731.11552.1604524561240@myemail.cox.net>
References: <1634174731.11552.1604524561240@myemail.cox.net>
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I must be out of touch.  I don't know what a 567 or an SD70 are.  


Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 4, 2020, at 4:16 PM, David Doiron via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
>> 
>>>>> 
>> You can always use the original wire type hose clamps,
>> Mike MacLean
>>>>> 
> 
> You could, but it would not be good for the hose...
> 
> 
> Sort of like putting a non-turbocharged 567 into 
> a SD70. Not a happy combination :-O 
> 
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From crusaderchuck55 at aol.com  Wed Nov  4 16:20:02 2020
From: crusaderchuck55 at aol.com (crusaderchuck55 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 04 Nov 2020 18:20:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] SD70
References: <a52heaq11rab2an2pbcaoblj.1604531713616.ref@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <a52heaq11rab2an2pbcaoblj.1604531713616@email.lge.com>

Ummm I will wing it here?A very large piece of equipment that uses a diesel engine to generate current to drive the multiple axle thing-a-ma-bobs that ride on rails?ChuckAnd you wondered where the "Crusader" part of crusaderchuck comes from?? ?A very shiney stainless clad Pacific class locomotive that pulled a streamline train...Sent from my LG Mobile
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From froggi60 at gmail.com  Wed Nov  4 20:40:51 2020
From: froggi60 at gmail.com (WFO Herb)
Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2020 19:40:51 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Fuel Stabilizers
Message-ID: <CAEFJhAEV7f3qqhv9UNn1px-F8OvcE9mkL5NPPCXsJ0m28PxiWw@mail.gmail.com>

Stabilizers Tested
<https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/is-your-fuel-stabilizer-actually-hurting-your-car/?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_content=20_November_4_Newsletter_NewDD>

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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Nov  6 09:52:47 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2020 11:52:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Video and Les Myer article
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David,
I just watched the video honoring both Paul A and Frank, it was very moving.
Thank you for posting,
Linda



On Sat, Oct 31, 2020 at 3:51 PM David Woerpel via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
> As long as we're doing blasts from the past.  I just found and read Les
> Myer's account of his trip transporting a Midget to Frank's and then
> picking up another and trailering it home. Brought back memories.
>
> http://members.tripod.com/prev_pdljmpr/rhode.htm
>
>
> Next, John Seaman sent a link to his YouTube with an updated edited
> version of the Midget 50th at Road America.  Well done and even Burt
> Levy gets in the act.
>
>
> https://youtu.be/LC9ALmTXYNQ
>
>
> Enjoy and stay well,
>
> Dave W.
>
> '59 :{)
>
> "59 MGA 1500
>
> Burlington WI
>
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>
> If you come here wear a freaking mask! (to paraphrase our Gov.)
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Nov  6 10:04:45 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2020 12:04:45 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Still Miss Frank
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That shadow never leaves.
: (
Lin

On Mon, Aug 24, 2020 at 9:04 PM derf via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> The world got a little bit darker the day we lost Frank.
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Nov  6 10:17:21 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2020 12:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bob Kitterer
In-Reply-To: <CAC3x7jNaegFroDb9fHTL0dk+=Fgz8frAKm9ONqWiShYz5Zo8zw@mail.gmail.com>
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Oh no Bob Kitterer passed away, I'm so sorry to hear this. I haven't been
in this email account in a long time dues to remote & in class teaching
which takes up most of my free time.
RIP Bob, what a super nice guy.

Linda
62 Sprite Pinky
60 Bugeye project

On Mon, Jul 6, 2020 at 11:19 PM Kevin Valentine via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> I met Bob at Jim's Oshit in Dodge City in 2018.
>
> He was one of the most gracious and helpful people I have ever met!
>
> Please pass my condolences along to Dolores.
>
> Kevin V.
> Tuscarora, Pa
>
>
>
> On Mon, Jul 6, 2020 at 8:18 PM bmwwxman . via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
>> For those who don't know, Bob also hauled the Holy Sprite on the first
>> leg across the country from California to west Colorado where Mark Haynes
>> took over.
>>
>> I'm honored that he and Dolores came to Dodge City in 2018 to help with
>> my Midget.
>>
>> Rest in Peace, Sir.  You will be missed.
>>
>> On Mon, Jul 6, 2020, 7:04 PM Alan via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Bob was the perfect example of a Sprite enthusiast.
>>> He always shared a wealth of knowledge .
>>> We met at the 50th Sprite gathering in Hershey and spent time together.
>>> RIP Bob.
>>> Alan
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>>
>>> > On Jul 6, 2020, at 10:10 AM, Rick Snover via Spridgets <
>>> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>> >
>>> > ?I just learned from the Austin Healey Club of San Diego that Bob
>>> Kitterer passed away on July 2nd.
>>> > I know he was a frequent contributor to this list, so I thought I'd
>>> pass it along.
>>> >
>>> > RIP, Bob.
>>> >
>>> > Rick
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Wed Nov 18 09:01:04 2020
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 16:01:04 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
References: <780801765.7063385.1605715264589.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <780801765.7063385.1605715264589@mail.yahoo.com>

Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they would like to sell?? Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.? It came with an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.? Absolutely hate the Weber for the street.? I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.Mike MacLean
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 18 09:40:17 2020
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 10:40:17 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
In-Reply-To: <780801765.7063385.1605715264589@mail.yahoo.com>
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I have a Weber DGV with manifold that I'm trying to get rid of.

[image: s-l1600.jpg]

On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:02 AM Michael MacLean via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they
> would like to sell?  Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.  It came with
> an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.  Absolutely hate the Weber
> for the street.  I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber
> manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.
> Mike MacLean
>
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Wed Nov 18 09:49:32 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:49:32 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
In-Reply-To: <CAEAAx79tpX3GfBNZLpE9jnH_ADwdcUR-XVkRGmX-WnhEYnYJYg@mail.gmail.com>
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Guy comes to my house every Wednesday afternoon and will take almost anything I leave on the curb as long as it's in a big plastic bag.  ?

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 18, 2020, at 11:41 AM, derf via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> I have a Weber DGV with manifold that I'm trying to get rid of.  
> 
> <s-l1600.jpg>
> 
> 
>> On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:02 AM Michael MacLean via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they would like to sell?  Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.  It came with an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.  Absolutely hate the Weber for the street.  I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.
>> Mike MacLean
>> 
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From derf247 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 18 09:56:55 2020
From: derf247 at gmail.com (derf)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 10:56:55 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
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When we would work at my buddy's home shop we would often see the trash
collection guys.  We would always greet and wave and my buddy would
occasionally give them a six pack.
They would pick up anything we put out to the curb.

On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:49 AM Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:

> Guy comes to my house every Wednesday afternoon and will take almost
> anything I leave on the curb as long as it's in a big plastic bag.  ?
>
> Sent from my keyboard
>
> On Nov 18, 2020, at 11:41 AM, derf via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> wrote:
>
> ?
> I have a Weber DGV with manifold that I'm trying to get rid of.
>
> <s-l1600.jpg>
>
>
> On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:02 AM Michael MacLean via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
>> Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they
>> would like to sell?  Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.  It came with
>> an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.  Absolutely hate the Weber
>> for the street.  I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber
>> manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.
>> Mike MacLean
>>
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From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 18 11:10:58 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:10:58 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
In-Reply-To: <780801765.7063385.1605715264589@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <780801765.7063385.1605715264589.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
 <780801765.7063385.1605715264589@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAMhoh1UHTt+m4ftcTwO3x8=V8OXu2Czu6ozKT0wWGpLH7eJOHw@mail.gmail.com>

I'd check you have full radius rams on the Weber because it won't purr for
street use without them.  Ask Ron S for a second opinion!

On Wed, 18 Nov 2020 at 16:01, Michael MacLean via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they
> would like to sell?  Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.  It came with
> an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.  Absolutely hate the Weber
> for the street.  I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber
> manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.
> Mike MacLean
>
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
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From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 18 11:12:30 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:12:30 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Non Spridget Request
In-Reply-To: <CAEAAx7-94CwdX6T+7OaaikBmutA9xYqOHw6Lv7GK3Whr6o=WmQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAEAAx79tpX3GfBNZLpE9jnH_ADwdcUR-XVkRGmX-WnhEYnYJYg@mail.gmail.com>
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I once put an axle casing in the wheelie bin (one end cut off so it fitted
in) and the dustcart (garbage compacting lorry?) survived the experience.

On Wed, 18 Nov 2020 at 17:01, derf via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> When we would work at my buddy's home shop we would often see the trash
> collection guys.  We would always greet and wave and my buddy would
> occasionally give them a six pack.
> They would pick up anything we put out to the curb.
>
> On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:49 AM Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>
>> Guy comes to my house every Wednesday afternoon and will take almost
>> anything I leave on the curb as long as it's in a big plastic bag.  ?
>>
>> Sent from my keyboard
>>
>> On Nov 18, 2020, at 11:41 AM, derf via Spridgets <
>> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>
>> ?
>> I have a Weber DGV with manifold that I'm trying to get rid of.
>>
>> <s-l1600.jpg>
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 10:02 AM Michael MacLean via Spridgets <
>> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>
>>> Anyone have a set of MGB HS4 carbs that are rebuildable at least they
>>> would like to sell?  Six months ago I bought a 1969 MGB GT.  It came with
>>> an aluminum head (good) and a Weber DCOE carb.  Absolutely hate the Weber
>>> for the street.  I'd be willing to trade the Weber with a new Pierce Weber
>>> manifold and new K&N air filter for the SUs.
>>> Mike MacLean
>>>
>>> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>>> <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_AndroidEmailSig__AndroidUsers&af_wl=ym&af_sub1=Internal&af_sub2=Global_YGrowth&af_sub3=EmailSignature>
>>> ------------------------
>>>
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>>>
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From frogeye at cox.net  Wed Nov 18 18:37:53 2020
From: frogeye at cox.net (Alan)
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:37:53 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye seat foams cushion
Message-ID: <1D8653FC-BD9B-4653-A9D1-32D466254908@cox.net>

I just had several pairs of new bugeye bottom seat foams produced from a commercial 
facility that sells large foam pads.
They took a foam from a bugeye I had here and made a template for me, then did the
first run of them for my approval.
They came out great and fit the seat pans perfectly.
I am selling them for $60 each if anyone is interested.
I can provide pictures if needed
Alan
Email me if interested 
Thanks

Sent from my iPad

From frogeye at cox.net  Thu Nov 19 10:23:34 2020
From: frogeye at cox.net (Alan)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 12:23:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye style seat foams
Message-ID: <1AE8B083-D862-4F2A-9085-B559584108FF@cox.net>

I had an exact copy made of a bugeye seat foam .
Then worked with a foam rubber company to have several made 
They came out great
I am offering them for sale for $60 each
Pictures available on request
Alan

Sent from my iPad

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Nov 19 16:28:55 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:28:55 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Spridget List,
I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned
as undeliverable.
Please reply if you get this.
Linda

62 California Sprite Pinky

-- 
"Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Thu Nov 19 16:43:19 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:43:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D78D2CF3-2308-4891-8061-A984ACAD57AE@chartermi.net>

I received your message Linda.  But every once in a while I get a message from the list that is a response to an earlier message that I did not receive.  ???

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 19, 2020, at 6:29 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Hi Spridget List,
> I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned as undeliverable.
> Please reply if you get this.
> Linda
> 
> 62 California Sprite Pinky
> 
> -- 
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> ------------------------
> 
> spridgets at autox.team.net
> 
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From frogeye at cox.net  Thu Nov 19 17:10:51 2020
From: frogeye at cox.net (Alan)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:10:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D17880DF-1AB2-40FD-A607-7FCB6B12BA7B@cox.net>

Got it here
Alan

Sent from my iPad

> On Nov 19, 2020, at 6:29 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Hi Spridget List,
> I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned as undeliverable.
> Please reply if you get this.
> Linda
> 
> 62 California Sprite Pinky
> 
> -- 
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> ------------------------
> 
> spridgets at autox.team.net
> 
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From dwoerpel at wi.net  Thu Nov 19 17:25:24 2020
From: dwoerpel at wi.net (dwoerpel)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:25:24 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <mailman.27.1605831936.2890.spridgets@autox.team.net>

Got it Linda. Like Rick some random emails are delayed. I figure it's my email provider.?Stay safe,Dave WSent via the Samsung Galaxy S8, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone
-------- Original message --------From: Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> Date: 11/19/20  5:30 PM  (GMT-06:00) To: Spridget list <Spridgets at autox.team.net> Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this? Hi?Spridget List,I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned as undeliverable.Please reply if you get this.Linda62 California Sprite Pinky-- "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Nov 19 17:42:24 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:42:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <5fb70cf8.1c69fb81.43d81.8fbfSMTPIN_ADDED_MISSING@mx.google.com>
References: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
 <5fb70cf8.1c69fb81.43d81.8fbfSMTPIN_ADDED_MISSING@mx.google.com>
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVdP8dez9H6eQ_Jdwuj7KDtwoNRcvN1bVvEE-Ee+d8=-xw@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks Guys, Well I'm confused that my messages get returned.
Lin

On Thu, Nov 19, 2020 at 7:25 PM dwoerpel <dwoerpel at wi.net> wrote:

> Got it Linda. Like Rick some random emails are delayed. I figure it's my
> email provider.
> Stay safe,
> Dave W
>
>
>
>
> Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S8, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone
>
>
> -------- Original message --------
> From: Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Date: 11/19/20 5:30 PM (GMT-06:00)
> To: Spridget list <Spridgets at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
>
> Hi Spridget List,
> I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned
> as undeliverable.
> Please reply if you get this.
> Linda
>
> 62 California Sprite Pinky
>
> --
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>


-- 
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Thu Nov 19 17:45:10 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:45:10 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi List,
I hope everyone is safe and well, I'm still teaching high school and now
hybrid meaning most of the students are at home some in my classroom but
all on line. Grading is also all on line which takes forever but I'm just
grateful to have a job. Now back to business.

I have a 1960 Bugeye Sprite of which went into temporary storage when it
arrived last year, sold to me as stored in a barn for 40 years from a
member. Now that my temporary storage is gone I have to do something with
it. I have zero more weeks to remove it. I knew the floors needed to be
replaced but didn't realize the passenger door is 1/2" from closing and the
drivers door won't open past 8". I'll suspect structural damage. It appears
the spring plates are OK, the original engine turns by hand and the title
is in my name, no keys.

My residential neighborhood doesn't allow cars without insurance,
registration and must move on their own. Therefore putting it in the
driveway is out of the question but I might need to sneak it in. I put a
For Sale sign on it where it's located and loads of calls and even a fair
offer no where near what I have in it but with a deposit. Then the buyer
bailed. A storage unit is too expensive and I have too much money in it
now. I think this little Bugeye is too much for me right now and I'm
looking for suggestions/answers etc.

When the doors won't open or close what damage is down the road for me?

Should I part it out?

Am I capable of the work on a shoestring budget being I can weld and have
my own MIG and torch setup?

Anyone in NJ looking for a project?

Open to anything, the stress is keeping me from needed sleep.
Linda
-- 
"Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut

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From refisk at chartermi.net  Thu Nov 19 17:54:05 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:54:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E25F4141-430B-4827-8EE1-BE3D9F17AC64@chartermi.net>

Hi Linda,

Some photos of the door issues would help us help you figure it out.  You can post photos right here on the list.

Another thing you could do is join the Austin Healey Experience Sprite forum and get help there.  The forum is 100 times more active the the old list here and there is a ton of knowledge there.  You could also join the MG Midget forum which is way more active than the Sprite forum.  Early Midgets are nothing but Sprites with the badges changed. I believe Frank used to be a member of those forums.   Free to join and lots of good people and info there.  If you really want to sell the car you can list it on the Buy, Sell, Trade forum there and probably get rid of it.

https://www.ahexp.com/forum/the-sprite-forum.6/
https://www.mgexp.com/forum/mg-midget-forum.3/

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 19, 2020, at 7:45 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> ?
> Hi List,
> I hope everyone is safe and well, I'm still teaching high school and now hybrid meaning most of the students are at home some in my classroom but all on line. Grading is also all on line which takes forever but I'm just grateful to have a job. Now back to business.
> 
> I have a 1960 Bugeye Sprite of which went into temporary storage when it arrived last year, sold to me as stored in a barn for 40 years from a member. Now that my temporary storage is gone I have to do something with it. I have zero more weeks to remove it. I knew the floors needed to be replaced but didn't realize the passenger door is 1/2" from closing and the drivers door won't open past 8". I'll suspect structural damage. It appears the spring plates are OK, the original engine turns by hand and the title is in my name, no keys. 
> 
> My residential neighborhood doesn't allow cars without insurance, registration and must move on their own. Therefore putting it in the driveway is out of the question but I might need to sneak it in. I put a For Sale sign on it where it's located and loads of calls and even a fair offer no where near what I have in it but with a deposit. Then the buyer bailed. A storage unit is too expensive and I have too much money in it now. I think this little Bugeye is too much for me right now and I'm looking for suggestions/answers etc.
> 
> When the doors won't open or close what damage is down the road for me? 
> 
> Should I part it out?
> 
> Am I capable of the work on a shoestring budget being I can weld and have my own MIG and torch setup?
> 
> Anyone in NJ looking for a project?
> 
> Open to anything, the stress is keeping me from needed sleep.
> Linda
> -- 
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> 
> -- 
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> ------------------------
> 
> spridgets at autox.team.net
> 
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> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Thu Nov 19 17:47:23 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 16:47:23 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <87BDCC25-E212-4A8D-84B9-023AFF60105B@billyzoom.com>

I?d move!

From crusaderchuck55 at aol.com  Thu Nov 19 19:33:05 2020
From: crusaderchuck55 at aol.com (crusaderchuck55 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 21:33:05 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
References: <7mgs5jptijc2b2erjhn5mijo.1605838935624.ref@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <7mgs5jptijc2b2erjhn5mijo.1605838935624@email.lge.com>

Door hinges sieze rather easily.? ?Start by soaking them and wiggle-wiggle-wiggle , DO NOT FORCE them.? From past experience removing the 4 door to hinge screws is easier than getting the screws out of the cowel.? ?You may only have 1 of 2 hinges that is sticking.? With door off the hinge you can clamp a vise grip pliers to the hinge for some leverage.? ? If the hinge can be unbolted from cowel & door , they respond rather well to heating up ( do not melt the brass hinge bushings) with a torch and wiggling them to free up.? Then soak them with penetrating oil to finish freeing them up.? ?I have saved a few siezed hinges this way.ChuckSent from my LG Mobile------ Original message------From: Linda Grunthaner via SpridgetsDate: Thu, Nov 19, 2020 7:45 PMTo: Spridget list;Cc: Subject:[Spridgets] My new Bugeye projectHi List,I hope everyone is safe and well, I'm still teaching high school and now hybrid?meaning most of the students are at home some in my classroom but all on line. Grading is also all on line which takes?forever but I'm just grateful?to have a job. Now back to business.I have a 1960 Bugeye Sprite of which went into temporary storage when it arrived last year, sold to me as stored in a barn for 40 years from?a member. Now that my temporary storage is gone I have to do something with it. I have zero more weeks to remove it. I knew the floors needed to be replaced but didn't realize the passenger door is 1/2" from closing and the drivers door won't open past 8". I'll suspect structural damage. It appears the spring plates are OK, the original engine turns by hand and the title is in my name,?no keys.?My residential neighborhood doesn't allow cars without insurance, registration and must move on their own. Therefore putting it in the driveway is out?of the question but I might need?to sneak it in. I put a For Sale sign on it where it's located and loads of calls and even a fair offer no where?near what I have in it but with a deposit. Then the buyer bailed. A storage unit is too expensive and I have too much money in it now. I think this little Bugeye is too much for me right now and I'm looking for suggestions/answers etc.When the doors won't open or close what damage is down the road for me??Should I part it out?Am I capable of the work on a shoestring budget being I can?weld and have my own MIG and torch setup?Anyone in NJ looking for a project?Open to anything, the stress is keeping me from needed sleep.Linda--?"Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut-- "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
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From lmacy at mac.com  Thu Nov 19 22:08:36 2020
From: lmacy at mac.com (Larry Macy)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:08:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BCB8FFC1-5BD2-40CA-B858-45D484AD29CC@mac.com>

No, Linda, I did not get this message. 

Sorry

Larry???

--

Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.

Use two fingers, it sends a better message - Peace

Sent from my Magical iPad

> On Nov 19, 2020, at 6:29 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Hi Spridget List,
> I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned as undeliverable.
> Please reply if you get this.
> Linda
> 
> 62 California Sprite Pinky
> 
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From Zormecteon at comcast.net  Fri Nov 20 00:00:54 2020
From: Zormecteon at comcast.net (Bill L.)
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 23:00:54 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <E25F4141-430B-4827-8EE1-BE3D9F17AC64@chartermi.net>
References: <CAL0QtVcZB2gVz1tjppN18yQdRgqzjDQA6kCePL-knkD9cWajVQ@mail.gmail.com> 
 <E25F4141-430B-4827-8EE1-BE3D9F17AC64@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <1091493649.20201119230054@comcast.net>

Hello Rick,


https://www.ahexp.com/forum/the-sprite-forum.6/
https://www.mgexp.com/forum/mg-midget-forum.3/

Are these more active than 

http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcf/forumdisplay.php?31-Spridgets

or just newer and shinier?

I knew not of the existence of the "experience" forums, but have been on bcf for ages.. .. not as long as on autox.team.net, but a long time. 



-- 
Best regards,
 Bill                            mailto:Zormecteon at comcast.net


Never trust men with short legs, brains too near the bottom.


From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Nov 20 02:18:34 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 04:18:34 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <7mgs5jptijc2b2erjhn5mijo.1605838935624@email.lge.com>
References: <7mgs5jptijc2b2erjhn5mijo.1605838935624.ref@email.lge.com>
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Message-ID: <CAL0QtVdhpOrzB0ySM4Umy7CcOqGz_An0HxUMb+m4CwLnhEcmkw@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks Chuck, I'll spray it with PB-Blaster and do that over and over again
after I power wash. But I think the body is tweaked can I assume once I
strip it down to a tub and remove the floor pan and weld in the new pan it
will be square? I'm bringing it home this week. It's getting near freezing
here so I doubt I can get much done till spring.
Bucket list: 2 car heated garage LOL.
Lin

On Thu, Nov 19, 2020 at 9:38 PM crusaderchuck55--- via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Door hinges sieze rather easily.   Start by soaking them and
> wiggle-wiggle-wiggle , DO NOT FORCE them.  From past experience removing
> the 4 door to hinge screws is easier than getting the screws out of the
> cowel.   You may only have 1 of 2 hinges that is sticking.  With door off
> the hinge you can clamp a vise grip pliers to the hinge for some leverage.
>   If the hinge can be unbolted from cowel & door , they respond rather well
> to heating up ( do not melt the brass hinge bushings) with a torch and
> wiggling them to free up.  Then soak them with penetrating oil to finish
> freeing them up.   I have saved a few siezed hinges this way.
> Chuck
>
> *Sent from my LG Mobile*
>
> ------ Original message------
> *From: *Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets
> *Date: *Thu, Nov 19, 2020 7:45 PM
> *To: *Spridget list;
> *Cc: *
> *Subject:*[Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
>
> Hi List,
> I hope everyone is safe and well, I'm still teaching high school and now
> hybrid meaning most of the students are at home some in my classroom but
> all on line. Grading is also all on line which takes forever but I'm just
> grateful to have a job. Now back to business.
>
> I have a 1960 Bugeye Sprite of which wen t into temporary storage when it
> arrived last year, sold to me as stored in a barn for 40 years from a
> member. Now that my temporary storage is gone I have to do something with
> it. I have zero more weeks to remove it. I knew the floors needed to be
> replaced but didn't realize the passenger door is 1/2" from closing and the
> drivers door won't open past 8". I'll suspect structural damage. It appears
> the spring plates are OK, the original engine turns by hand and the title
> is in my name, no keys.
>
> My residential neighborhood doesn't allow cars without insurance,
> registration and must move on their own. Therefore putting it in the
> driveway is out of the question but I might need to sneak it in. I put a
> For Sale sign on it where it's located and loads of calls and even a fair
> offer no where near what I have in it but with a deposit. Then the buyer
> bailed. A storage unit is too expensive and I have too much money in it
> now. I think th is little Bugeye is too much for me right now and I'm
> looking for suggestions/answers etc.
>
> When the doors won't open or close what damage is down the road for me?
>
> Should I part it out?
>
> Am I capable of the work on a shoestring budget being I can weld and have
> my own MIG and torch setup?
>
> Anyone in NJ looking for a project?
>
> Open to anything, the stress is keeping me from needed sleep.
> Linda
> --
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>
> --
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> ------------------------
>
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>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Fri Nov 20 02:22:12 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 04:22:12 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] are you getting this?
In-Reply-To: <BCB8FFC1-5BD2-40CA-B858-45D484AD29CC@mac.com>
References: <CAL0QtVfY5Sy4uP=68CTj2PKZnuRHk=6NXw3TTnNQVfyGN-Byng@mail.gmail.com>
 <BCB8FFC1-5BD2-40CA-B858-45D484AD29CC@mac.com>
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVenoOb80MsSrDvQcN4uf9ocJ3Cyq3j9kM3Cw+yBXcYEHg@mail.gmail.com>

Larry you kill me with your awesome humor.
Love it!
Lin

On Fri, Nov 20, 2020 at 12:08 AM Larry Macy <lmacy at mac.com> wrote:

> No, Linda, I did not get this message.
>
> Sorry
>
> Larry???
>
> --
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>
> Use two fingers, it sends a better message - Peace
>
> Sent from my Magical iPad
>
> On Nov 19, 2020, at 6:29 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> ?
> Hi Spridget List,
> I am not sure if I'm getting through to the list as my posts are returned
> as undeliverable.
> Please reply if you get this.
> Linda
>
> 62 California Sprite Pinky
>
> --
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> ------------------------
>
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>
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Nov 20 06:54:52 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:54:52 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVdpyKd=5dKdwqZS9Goefm24NPmcNDHk1hvaipoUQxHGTg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVdpyKd=5dKdwqZS9Goefm24NPmcNDHk1hvaipoUQxHGTg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <61A6D3A9-A71D-49D6-8AB2-E7A93D2D3DEE@chartermi.net>

Linda,

I've sold many, many parts and listed two cars for sale on the Experience forums without a single scammer problem.  ??  I do not give anyone there my email address.  We do everything through the site's private message system, no email.

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 20, 2020, at 4:37 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Yes I belong to those sites and picked up several tips from them.  I would list it there but then I'll get scammers and believe me they are in abundance. 
> 
> Yes Billy I should move. Better option is a heated 2 car garage : )
> 
> You may not get these images. The drivers door doesn't open more than 6" and the passengers door won't close 1/2"- 1".
> Lin
> 
> 
>> On Thu, Nov 19, 2020 at 7:54 PM Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>> Hi Linda,
>> 
>> Some photos of the door issues would help us help you figure it out.  You can post photos right here on the list.
>> 
>> Another thing you could do is join the Austin Healey Experience Sprite forum and get help there.  The forum is 100 times more active the the old list here and there is a ton of knowledge there.  You could also join the MG Midget forum which is way more active than the Sprite forum.  Early Midgets are nothing but Sprites with the badges changed. I believe Frank used to be a member of those forums.   Free to join and lots of good people and info there.  If you really want to sell the car you can list it on the Buy, Sell, Trade forum there and probably get rid of it.
>> 
>> https://www.ahexp.com/forum/the-sprite-forum.6/
>> https://www.mgexp.com/forum/mg-midget-forum.3/
>> 
>> Rick
>> 
>> Sent from my keyboard
>> 
>>>> On Nov 19, 2020, at 7:45 PM, Linda Grunthaner via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>> ?
>>> Hi List,
>>> I hope everyone is safe and well, I'm still teaching high school and now hybrid meaning most of the students are at home some in my classroom but all on line. Grading is also all on line which takes forever but I'm just grateful to have a job. Now back to business.
>>> 
>>> I have a 1960 Bugeye Sprite of which went into temporary storage when it arrived last year, sold to me as stored in a barn for 40 years from a member. Now that my temporary storage is gone I have to do something with it. I have zero more weeks to remove it. I knew the floors needed to be replaced but didn't realize the passenger door is 1/2" from closing and the drivers door won't open past 8". I'll suspect structural damage. It appears the spring plates are OK, the original engine turns by hand and the title is in my name, no keys. 
>>> 
>>> My residential neighborhood doesn't allow cars without insurance, registration and must move on their own. Therefore putting it in the driveway is out of the question but I might need to sneak it in. I put a For Sale sign on it where it's located and loads of calls and even a fair offer no where near what I have in it but with a deposit. Then the buyer bailed. A storage unit is too expensive and I have too much money in it now. I think this little Bugeye is too much for me right now and I'm looking for suggestions/answers etc.
>>> 
>>> When the doors won't open or close what damage is down the road for me? 
>>> 
>>> Should I part it out?
>>> 
>>> Am I capable of the work on a shoestring budget being I can weld and have my own MIG and torch setup?
>>> 
>>> Anyone in NJ looking for a project?
>>> 
>>> Open to anything, the stress is keeping me from needed sleep.
>>> Linda
>>> -- 
>>> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>>> 
>>> -- 
>>> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>>> ------------------------
>>> 
>>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>>> 
>>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
>>> 
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>>> 
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Nov 20 06:57:30 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:57:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <1091493649.20201119230054@comcast.net>
References: <1091493649.20201119230054@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <FEA1CA97-CFCE-4FA0-9407-A8A8C218523E@chartermi.net>

Hi Bill,

I belong to BCF too.  The experience forums are far more active than the BCF forum and the layout is much easier to use.

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 20, 2020, at 2:01 AM, Bill L. via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Hello Rick,
> 
> 
> https://www.ahexp.com/forum/the-sprite-forum.6/
> https://www.mgexp.com/forum/mg-midget-forum.3/
> 
> Are these more active than 
> 
> http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcf/forumdisplay.php?31-Spridgets
> 
> or just newer and shinier?
> 
> I knew not of the existence of the "experience" forums, but have been on bcf for ages.. .. not as long as on autox.team.net, but a long time. 
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Best regards,
> Bill                            mailto:Zormecteon at comcast.net
> 
> 
> Never trust men with short legs, brains too near the bottom.
> 
> ------------------------
> 
> spridgets at autox.team.net
> 
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
> 
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> 
> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spridgets/refisk at chartermi.net


From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Nov 20 08:08:40 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 10:08:40 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye front bumper overriders
Message-ID: <8939141E-EB50-49D6-800C-693B9ED12DCD@chartermi.net>

Anyone need a pair of these?  I have two of them, brand new never used Moss parts 454-010 that list for $76.99 each.  Moss currently has them on backorder.  $50 for the pair plus whatever type of USPS shipping you prefer, fast or slow.  Everything is there including the mounting bolts, rubber trim strip, etc.

Rick

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From refisk at chartermi.net  Fri Nov 20 13:34:04 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:34:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye front bumper overriders
In-Reply-To: <8939141E-EB50-49D6-800C-693B9ED12DCD@chartermi.net>
References: <8939141E-EB50-49D6-800C-693B9ED12DCD@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <A23430A6-0776-4DC9-A945-AEE425A58889@chartermi.net>

Listers,

Several people have spoken up, so consider these overriders sold unless I report back.

Thanks,
Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 20, 2020, at 10:16 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Anyone need a pair of these?  I have two of them, brand new never used Moss parts 454-010 that list for $76.99 each.  Moss currently has them on backorder.  $50 for the pair plus whatever type of USPS shipping you prefer, fast or slow.  Everything is there including the mounting bolts, rubber trim strip, etc.
> 
> Rick
> 
> <image0.jpeg>
> 
> 
> Sent from my keyboard


From jssprite58 at cox.net  Fri Nov 20 15:07:51 2020
From: jssprite58 at cox.net (Jssprite58)
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 17:07:51 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Bugeye front bumper overriders
In-Reply-To: <8939141E-EB50-49D6-800C-693B9ED12DCD@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <ac90f2cf-e666-4651-afd6-1bdccce35c69@iPhone>

     
 
 
Rick If you have them I would like them . Joe Sackal  
 
 
 
 

 
 
>  
> On Nov 20, 2020 at 11:12 AM,  <Rick Fisk via Spridgets (mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net)>  wrote:
>  
>  
> Anyone need a pair of these? I have two of them, brand new never used Moss parts 454-010 that list for $76.99 each. Moss currently has them on backorder. $50 for the pair plus whatever type of USPS shipping you prefer, fast or slow. Everything is there including the mounting bolts, rubber trim strip, etc. Rick 
>
>  
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From frogeye at cox.net  Sat Nov 21 09:40:24 2020
From: frogeye at cox.net (Alan)
Date: Sat, 21 Nov 2020 11:40:24 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Left and right front spindles complete for drum braked
 cars
Message-ID: <20AD8CA8-6292-4F84-B49D-D66E8F06952B@cox.net>

I have both sides that were bought new for a bugeye restoration and never installed.
Complete with kingpins , trunion swivels, grease fittings, control arms, fulcrum pin
as shown in the photos.
I can?t find them listed in either Moss or VB catalogues.
Ready to install.
Even painted cast iron grey
$600 for the pair.
Would prefer to sell together
Not sure how to add photos but email me if interested 
Alan
Sent from my iPad

From miniac7 at aol.com  Sat Nov 21 10:56:50 2020
From: miniac7 at aol.com (Howard Collins)
Date: Sat, 21 Nov 2020 12:56:50 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
References: <8C5E39F1-27EF-4AA5-A457-567189A53DD4.ref@aol.com>
Message-ID: <8C5E39F1-27EF-4AA5-A457-567189A53DD4@aol.com>


After more than 30 years, Victoria British Ltd., a division of Long Motor Corporation, has decided to pass the baton to Moss Motors Ltd. (Moss Motors) to carry on the tradition of supplying car parts and accessories for British car owners around the world.

President of Victoria British, Becky Hanrahan said, "It was not a decision that we made lightly. We were Victoria British before we were LMC Truck, but we know we have not been giving the British market the attention it deserves. We feel our customers would be better served by a company whose primary focus is the British car market."

Victoria British has for many years been a key resource for British sports car owners and their mission to ?Keep?em On The Road ??. The Moss Motors acquisition of Victoria British is aimed at maintaining the same spirit of supporting the British sports car industry and community.

"As a long-standing name in the British sports car community, we recognize the rich history of Victoria British and will do our best to carry on their legacy.?, said Ed Moss, President, Moss Motors. ?It?s an exciting chapter for Moss Motors and we look forward to bringing together the best traditions of both companies to continue serving the industry by supporting car owners, restoration businesses and British sports car enthusiasts alike."

In the coming weeks, both companies will be posting news and reaching out to customers, suppliers, and other contacts regarding the details of the transition. 
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Sat Nov 21 17:01:11 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sat, 21 Nov 2020 19:01:11 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <8C5E39F1-27EF-4AA5-A457-567189A53DD4@aol.com>
References: <8C5E39F1-27EF-4AA5-A457-567189A53DD4@aol.com>
Message-ID: <004D890F-1061-4C5B-82A5-B7E39012CD33@chartermi.net>

Kinda makes sense seeing as how Victoria British was already Moss' biggest customer accounting for about 40% of their sales.

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 21, 2020, at 1:00 PM, Howard Collins via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> 
> After more than 30 years, Victoria British Ltd., a division of Long Motor Corporation, has decided to pass the baton to Moss Motors Ltd. (Moss Motors) to carry on the tradition of supplying car parts and accessories for British car owners around the world.
> 
> President of Victoria British, Becky Hanrahan said, "It was not a decision that we made lightly. We were Victoria British before we were LMC Truck, but we know we have not been giving the British market the attention it deserves. We feel our customers would be better served by a company whose primary focus is the British car market."
> 
> Victoria British has for many years been a key resource for British sports car owners and their mission to ?Keep?em On The Road ??. The Moss Motors acquisition of Victoria British is aimed at maintaining the same spirit of supporting the British sports car industry and community.
> 
> "As a long-standing name in the British sports car community, we recognize the rich history of Victoria British and will do our best to carry on their legacy.?, said Ed Moss, President, Moss Motors. ?It?s an exciting chapter for Moss Motors and we look forward to bringing together the best traditions of both companies to continue serving the industry by supporting car owners, restoration businesses and British sports car enthusiasts alike."
> 
> In the coming weeks, both companies will be posting news and reaching out to customers, suppliers, and other contacts regarding the details of the transition. 
> ------------------------
> 
> spridgets at autox.team.net
> 
> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov 22 06:48:45 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 22 Nov 2020 07:48:45 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <004D890F-1061-4C5B-82A5-B7E39012CD33@chartermi.net>
References: <004D890F-1061-4C5B-82A5-B7E39012CD33@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <3740A95D-B943-4BC3-A61C-B37F8980EB84@yahoo.com>

?More than 30 years? - I remember my first car had a VB catalog on the seat when I picked it up - 1978 MGB in 1984. 

Ron Soave

> On Nov 21, 2020, at 6:05 PM, Rick Fisk via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Kinda makes sense seeing as how Victoria British was already Moss' biggest customer accounting for about 40% of their sales.
> 
> Sent from my keyboard
> 
>>> On Nov 21, 2020, at 1:00 PM, Howard Collins via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>>> 
>> ?
>> 
>> After more than 30 years, Victoria British Ltd., a division of Long Motor Corporation, has decided to pass the baton to Moss Motors Ltd. (Moss Motors) to carry on the tradition of supplying car parts and accessories for British car owners around the world.
>> 
>> President of Victoria British, Becky Hanrahan said, "It was not a decision that we made lightly. We were Victoria British before we were LMC Truck, but we know we have not been giving the British market the attention it deserves. We feel our customers would be better served by a company whose primary focus is the British car market."
>> 
>> Victoria British has for many years been a key resource for British sports car owners and their mission to ?Keep?em On The Road ??. The Moss Motors acquisition of Victoria British is aimed at maintaining the same spirit of supporting the British sports car industry and community.
>> 
>> "As a long-standing name in the British sports car community, we recognize the rich history of Victoria British and will do our best to carry on their legacy.?, said Ed Moss, President, Moss Motors. ?It?s an exciting chapter for Moss Motors and we look forward to bringing together the best traditions of both companies to continue serving the industry by supporting car owners, restoration businesses and British sports car enthusiasts alike."
>> 
>> In the coming weeks, both companies will be posting news and reaching out to customers, suppliers, and other contacts regarding the details of the transition. 
>> ------------------------
>> 
>> spridgets at autox.team.net
>> 
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
>> Suggested annual donation: $12.75
>> 
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Nov 22 08:42:27 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 22 Nov 2020 07:42:27 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <3740A95D-B943-4BC3-A61C-B37F8980EB84@yahoo.com>
References: <004D890F-1061-4C5B-82A5-B7E39012CD33@chartermi.net>
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VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.


From refisk at chartermi.net  Sun Nov 22 08:48:09 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:48:09 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <36B3F735-BD32-443F-9D29-63738509EC88@billyzoom.com>
References: <36B3F735-BD32-443F-9D29-63738509EC88@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <8893500F-C7DB-425A-B1FE-DB7D5061C18D@chartermi.net>

And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either way.

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
> 
> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
> 


From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Mon Nov 23 11:13:15 2020
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2020 18:13:15 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <03AC4DD2-6BB4-46FB-98A1-E981B84E88E8@chartermi.net>
References: <649475165.456532.1606075380655@mail.yahoo.com>
 <03AC4DD2-6BB4-46FB-98A1-E981B84E88E8@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <339234660.757951.1606155195529@mail.yahoo.com>

 One would expect at least a rudimentary knowledge of what the sales person is selling.? At least Moss sales personnel know the difference between a brake rotor and a windshield wiper.? VB people, not so much.? And yes, I do ask the butcher in the meat department about cooking an expensive cut of meat.? I suspect even Victoria British sales personnel can cook an egg.Mike M

    On Monday, November 23, 2020, 7:56:50 AM PST, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:  
 
 Why would you call a parts supplier for technical advice? ?Do you call the grocery store to find out how to cook and eat eggs? ? :-)

Sent from my keyboard

On Nov 22, 2020, at 3:03 PM, Michael MacLean <rrengineer.mike at att.net> wrote:



?Back in 2003 when I was in locomotive engineer school with BNSF Railway I visited the Victoria British warehouse.? Vicky Brit was just one freeway exit away from the school.? I went to buy engine parts for my BN2 and wanted to inspect them in person before buying them.? Much better that way because returning parts is such a financial drain.? The difference between Moss and VB was more than price and selection.? When you call Moss, the sales person is somewhat to very knowledgeable about the parts they sell.? When you call Victoria British this is not the case.? Sales personnel there only know part numbers.? They can only tell you if the part you want is in inventory or not.? Most of the time the VB sales person knows nothing about British cars.? I'm guessing the best we get out of this aquisition is added inventory of parts that Moss did not sell before, at least until they run out.? VB prices are gone.? That being said, I have been buying a lot from Ahead4Healeys and AH Spares lately.? Actually better prices than Moss.? Moss shipping has gotten slower taking up to 4-5 days to be delivered using their Saver Fare.? I seem to remember, if you ordered your parts before 3PM you got them the next day.? I have received parts from Ahead4healeys in 3 days in the recent past all the way from England.? Go figure.? No dog in this fight, just a personal observation.Mike MacLean

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  On Sun, Nov 22, 2020 at 7:55 AM, Rick Fisk via Spridgets<spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:   And Moss has parts that VB didn't.? VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.? We all lose either way.

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
> 
> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
> 

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From soavero at yahoo.com  Mon Nov 23 15:31:45 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:31:45 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <8893500F-C7DB-425A-B1FE-DB7D5061C18D@chartermi.net>
References: <8893500F-C7DB-425A-B1FE-DB7D5061C18D@chartermi.net>
Message-ID: <EB9A282B-ACFD-4C12-85F5-4D37E01DA110@yahoo.com>

I have parts neither has. I?m looking to get bought out!

Ron Soave

> On Nov 22, 2020, at 9:48 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
> 
> ?And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either way.
> 
> Sent from my keyboard
> 
>> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>> 
>> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
>> 
> 


From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Tue Nov 24 09:12:48 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:12:48 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <339234660.757951.1606155195529@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <649475165.456532.1606075380655@mail.yahoo.com>
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Message-ID: <CAMhoh1WHue5_CU4BqqM2q8NOws9XEDTRV6oHHOLZyH6ufa8sOw@mail.gmail.com>

Ok. so here's my confession about doubting the knowledge of a parts
person.  I was in my late twenties and getting used to a Weber DCOE on my
Sprite for the first time.  I'd been supplied (as it turned out) standard
jetting for a modified engine with a K&N and began increasing jet sizes
before I even took it to the rolling road (chassis dyno).  I was living in
Sussex and in nearby Brighton there was a specialist carburettor and other
stuff job.

I entered the shop/store and was met by an attractive (older than me)
woman, with long hair.  She smiled and asked if could speak to someone who
knew about Weber DCOE carbs.  She stopped smiling and told me 'I know about
Weber DCOE carbs'.  I thought - yeah right!.  Well as it turned out she
really knew her stuff, a lot more than the young ME and was also the first
person I heard correctly pronounce David Vizard's name (he himself turned
out to the second person I heard pronounce it correctly).  Lesson learned,
don't judge a book by its (pretty and female) cover.

On Mon, 23 Nov 2020 at 18:13, Michael MacLean via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> One would expect at least a rudimentary knowledge of what the sales person
> is selling.  At least Moss sales personnel know the difference between a
> brake rotor and a windshield wiper.  VB people, not so much.  And yes, I do
> ask the butcher in the meat department about cooking an expensive cut of
> meat.  I suspect even Victoria British sales personnel can cook an egg.
> Mike M
>
> On Monday, November 23, 2020, 7:56:50 AM PST, Rick Fisk <
> refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>
>
> Why would you call a parts supplier for technical advice?  Do you call the
> grocery store to find out how to cook and eat eggs?   :-)
>
> Sent from my keyboard
>
> On Nov 22, 2020, at 3:03 PM, Michael MacLean <rrengineer.mike at att.net>
> wrote:
>
> ?Back in 2003 when I was in locomotive engineer school with BNSF Railway I
> visited the Victoria British warehouse.  Vicky Brit was just one freeway
> exit away from the school.  I went to buy engine parts for my BN2 and
> wanted to inspect them in person before buying them.  Much better that way
> because returning parts is such a financial drain.  The difference between
> Moss and VB was more than price and selection.  When you call Moss, the
> sales person is somewhat to very knowledgeable about the parts they sell.
> When you call Victoria British this is not the case.  Sales personnel there
> only know part numbers.  They can only tell you if the part you want is in
> inventory or not.  Most of the time the VB sales person knows nothing about
> British cars.  I'm guessing the best we get out of this aquisition is added
> inventory of parts that Moss did not sell before, at least until they run
> out.  VB prices are gone.  That being said, I have been buying a lot from
> Ahead4Healeys and AH Spares lately.  Actually better prices than Moss.
> Moss shipping has gotten slower taking up to 4-5 days to be delivered using
> their Saver Fare.  I seem to remember, if you ordered your parts before 3PM
> you got them the next day.  I have received parts from Ahead4healeys in 3
> days in the recent past all the way from England.  Go figure.  No dog in
> this fight, just a personal observation.
> Mike MacLean
>
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
> <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_AndroidEmailSig__AndroidUsers&af_wl=ym&af_sub1=Internal&af_sub2=Global_YGrowth&af_sub3=EmailSignature>
>
> On Sun, Nov 22, 2020 at 7:55 AM, Rick Fisk via Spridgets
> <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always lower
> for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either way.
>
> Sent from my keyboard
>
> > On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
> >
>
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From weslake1330 at gmail.com  Tue Nov 24 09:28:06 2020
From: weslake1330 at gmail.com (Weslake1330)
Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:28:06 +0000
Subject: [Spridgets] Samco Silicone hoses
Message-ID: <CAMhoh1XwSsRV4j-ghU+ouaRL7rzJYYWg+ULJqQF5KyVicVe3sg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi list, I send a chaser e-mail to Samco yesterday about getting some hoses
made and today I had a reply.  They invited me to drop by which I guess
means they have David's and my tooling (vertical flow and cross flow) but
have forgotten what they look like or the numbers for them.  So, this week
is busy but next week I should be able to drop by and talk hoses (Unless it
rains all week - I'll be walking).

I need to know if you need a vertical hose or a crossflow top hose or
crossflow water pump hose, also a 90 degree elbow, and not least the heater
? hose.

You can let me know colour preferences: blue or black or something else.
I'll then have an idea of quantities to discuss with them.  I don't prices
will be much more than a few years ago for hoses but I think postage prices
have jumped up a couple of times.  David gets a small commission on his
hoses to cover his initial costs and I get a little on mine.  I did hit the
100 hose break-even figure for my tooling costs but paid for my own hoses!.

For anyone that wants the by-pass outlet delete on the hose that can be
done.

Once I have spoken to Samco and then checked hose weights (approx) I'll get
postage prices and I'll update my order forms.  Manufacturing times vary
with Samco but even if they are quick this time, I'd be loathe to post
hoses just before Christmas and New Year.

Regards

Daniel - (don't call me the hosiery man!)
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From crusaderchuck55 at aol.com  Tue Nov 24 09:43:41 2020
From: crusaderchuck55 at aol.com (crusaderchuck55 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 11:43:41 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Vicky Brit...
References: <7mrmomldj3h3c4unr9oi32ir.1606235932670.ref@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <7mrmomldj3h3c4unr9oi32ir.1606235932670@email.lge.com>

Funny!? ?I just came across old catalogs from Vicky Brit , Scarborough Faire , Motorhead , Spreens and Buckingham British while going through boxes of old magazines & catalogs.Talk about a wander down memory lane!( more like ancient history...)ChuckFossilising as I write...Sent from my LG Mobile
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Nov 28 07:44:30 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 28 Nov 2020 09:44:30 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] My new Bugeye project
In-Reply-To: <FEA1CA97-CFCE-4FA0-9407-A8A8C218523E@chartermi.net>
References: <1091493649.20201119230054@comcast.net>
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Thanks for the tips.

Is anyone getting replies like this see below. I don't know if someone was
sending me a message that I cna't receive.
Linda
This message:
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notified if the delivery fails permanently.

On Fri, Nov 20, 2020 at 8:58 AM Rick Fisk via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Hi Bill,
>
> I belong to BCF too.  The experience forums are far more active than the
> BCF forum and the layout is much easier to use.
>
> Rick
>
> Sent from my keyboard
>
> > On Nov 20, 2020, at 2:01 AM, Bill L. via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> >
> > ?Hello Rick,
> >
> >
> > https://www.ahexp.com/forum/the-sprite-forum.6/
> > https://www.mgexp.com/forum/mg-midget-forum.3/
> >
> > Are these more active than
> >
> > http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcf/forumdisplay.php?31-Spridgets
> >
> > or just newer and shinier?
> >
> > I knew not of the existence of the "experience" forums, but have been on
> bcf for ages.. .. not as long as on autox.team.net, but a long time.
> >
> >
> >
> > --
> > Best regards,
> > Bill                            mailto:Zormecteon at comcast.net
> >
> >
> > Never trust men with short legs, brains too near the bottom.
> >
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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sat Nov 28 07:49:42 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sat, 28 Nov 2020 09:49:42 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <EB9A282B-ACFD-4C12-85F5-4D37E01DA110@yahoo.com>
References: <8893500F-C7DB-425A-B1FE-DB7D5061C18D@chartermi.net>
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Message-ID: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I always went to Vicky (Frank's wonderful nickname) first before going to
the dark side (Moss) it seemed as though I received less crap from third
world countries that way. I hope Moss doesn't screw it up for us all.
Linda

On Mon, Nov 23, 2020 at 5:32 PM Ron Soave via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> I have parts neither has. I?m looking to get bought out!
>
> Ron Soave
>
> > On Nov 22, 2020, at 9:48 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
> >
> > ?And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always
> lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either
> way.
> >
> > Sent from my keyboard
> >
> >> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
> wrote:
> >>
> >> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
> >>
> >
>
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sat Nov 28 13:20:47 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sat, 28 Nov 2020 14:20:47 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ED5AEADC-559C-4EB4-BF93-89EDB4FB72F6@yahoo.com>

In all honesty, these days at least the Moss people have a clue as to what cars they sell parts for. Vicky Brit turned into a second rate operation years ago. There was absolutely no one there who was dedicated to the LBC business once Long Motors bought them. I pretty much use British Parts Northwest. They have less inventory but the prices are great, as I assume they buy excess inventory or asset liquidations of shops. I used them exclusively when I restored my first car 28(!) years ago, a Spitfire. At the time the sole proprietor was Greg, and now his son Layton pretty much runs it with a few other staff. They are good people, and Greg started the biz to support his SCCA racing habit 40 years ago. Of course, while he?s not buying anymore stuff as far as I know, Peter C at World Wide is the best. Check the eBay store. The parts he has are typically NOS or old school aftermarket. He is an encyclopedia. 

The world changes and we have to change with it - 

Ron Soave

> On Nov 28, 2020, at 8:49 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> ?
> List,
> I always went to Vicky (Frank's wonderful nickname) first before going to the dark side (Moss) it seemed as though I received less crap from third world countries that way. I hope Moss doesn't screw it up for us all.
> Linda
> 
>> On Mon, Nov 23, 2020 at 5:32 PM Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> I have parts neither has. I?m looking to get bought out!
>> 
>> Ron Soave
>> 
>> > On Nov 22, 2020, at 9:48 AM, Rick Fisk <refisk at chartermi.net> wrote:
>> > 
>> > ?And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either way.
>> > 
>> > Sent from my keyboard
>> > 
>> >> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>> >> 
>> >> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
>> >> 
>> > 
>> 
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sat Nov 28 14:32:31 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sat, 28 Nov 2020 13:32:31 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <ED5AEADC-559C-4EB4-BF93-89EDB4FB72F6@yahoo.com>
References: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>
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BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite parts. I always check them first though.
I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
BZ

From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Nov 29 04:26:33 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 06:26:33 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
References: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>
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 <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
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Thanks Ron & Billy for the BPN site
https://www.bpnorthwest.com/mg/midget.html. I bought shocks from Peter
Caldwell of World Wide but I didn't think he had a large catalog.

What are everyone's thoughts on buying from the bugeye guy
https://bugeyeguyparts.com/collections/all
He doesn't carry a lot but he is dedicated to the Spridgets, and has grown
in the hobby over the years.
Linda

On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:

> BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite
> parts. I always check them first though.
> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did,
> they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades
> ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a
> good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who
> sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
> BZ



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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Nov 29 04:48:57 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 06:48:57 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVeG-Ax=oixLNCfX2T8R=bf15+3Zd3NUGRqwQzXz8cYR+g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com>
 <ED5AEADC-559C-4EB4-BF93-89EDB4FB72F6@yahoo.com>
 <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
 <CAL0QtVeG-Ax=oixLNCfX2T8R=bf15+3Zd3NUGRqwQzXz8cYR+g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVf8TPvvdTW3kGnJmektB9T-uLkGBFLau+weTW4=t7EyOA@mail.gmail.com>

List,
I know AH Spares is not cheap, especially adding in for shipping and
shipping time but what is the list's thoughts on them for quality?
https://www.ahspares.co.uk/sprite/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email

Linda

On Sun, Nov 29, 2020 at 6:26 AM Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Thanks Ron & Billy for the BPN site
> https://www.bpnorthwest.com/mg/midget.html. I bought shocks from Peter
> Caldwell of World Wide but I didn't think he had a large catalog.
>
> What are everyone's thoughts on buying from the bugeye guy
> https://bugeyeguyparts.com/collections/all
> He doesn't carry a lot but he is dedicated to the Spridgets, and has grown
> in the hobby over the years.
> Linda
>
> On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com>
> wrote:
>
>> BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite
>> parts. I always check them first though.
>> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they
>> did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs
>> decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least
>> VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect
>> people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling
>> things. YMMV.
>> BZ
>
>
>
> --
> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>


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From grunthaner at gmail.com  Sun Nov 29 06:03:53 2020
From: grunthaner at gmail.com (Linda Grunthaner)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 08:03:53 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Static timing with a buzzer
Message-ID: <CAL0QtVf4ukSAbThKT7idFAVoSXuijhUg3WUrGzj8xF580_TwBA@mail.gmail.com>

List,
This spring or if we get a handful of warm days I would like to try out
this static timing but use a buzzer as mentioned in the forums thread
below. Any thoughts? It sure sounds super cool.

http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcf/showthread.php?84104-Test-light-to-set-static-timing

Linda
62 California Sprite Pinky

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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov 29 08:29:52 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:29:52 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
References: <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>

I guess different strokes - I thought VB?s website was just a scanned in catalogue. You must be using an older computer ?

Ron Soave

> On Nov 28, 2020, at 3:32 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
> 
> ?BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite parts. I always check them first though.
> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
> BZ


From refisk at chartermi.net  Sun Nov 29 08:42:19 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>
References: <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <059E4A0E-24B7-4D7E-A0C6-B23780623607@chartermi.net>

Not scanned in.  They use a computer to layout the paper catalog pages and also use those layouts online.  Gotta keep up with the technology Ron.  :-)

I always preferred the VB online catalog over the Moss catalog.  Very difficult sometimes to figure out where Moss has stuff hidden.  And VB always had better prices than Moss on the Moss products they sold.  VB accounted for about 40% of Moss total sales.  

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 29, 2020, at 10:30 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?I guess different strokes - I thought VB?s website was just a scanned in catalogue. You must be using an older computer ?
> 
> Ron Soave
> 
>> On Nov 28, 2020, at 3:32 PM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>> 
>> ?BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite parts. I always check them first though.
>> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
>> BZ
> 
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From soavero at yahoo.com  Sun Nov 29 09:39:21 2020
From: soavero at yahoo.com (Ron Soave)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:39:21 -0600
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVf8TPvvdTW3kGnJmektB9T-uLkGBFLau+weTW4=t7EyOA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVf8TPvvdTW3kGnJmektB9T-uLkGBFLau+weTW4=t7EyOA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2E7B0E9E-7CC4-454C-A7DB-63B4F87C9C72@yahoo.com>

They sold me a bogus metro turbo head gasket and didn?t make good on it. This was a $100 item, not the usual $20. They are on my fecal scroll. 

Ron Soave

> On Nov 29, 2020, at 5:49 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> ?
> List,
> I know AH Spares is not cheap, especially adding in for shipping and shipping time but what is the list's thoughts on them for quality? 
> https://www.ahspares.co.uk/sprite/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email
> 
> Linda
> 
>> On Sun, Nov 29, 2020 at 6:26 AM Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Thanks Ron & Billy for the BPN site https://www.bpnorthwest.com/mg/midget.html. I bought shocks from Peter Caldwell of World Wide but I didn't think he had a large catalog.
>> 
>> What are everyone's thoughts on buying from the bugeye guy https://bugeyeguyparts.com/collections/all
>> He doesn't carry a lot but he is dedicated to the Spridgets, and has grown in the hobby over the years.
>> Linda
>> 
>>> On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>>> BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite parts. I always check them first though.
>>> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
>>> BZ
>> 
>> 
>> -- 
>> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
> 
> 
> -- 
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Sun Nov 29 09:50:36 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 11:50:36 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <2E7B0E9E-7CC4-454C-A7DB-63B4F87C9C72@yahoo.com>
References: <2E7B0E9E-7CC4-454C-A7DB-63B4F87C9C72@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BDB8AE57-C073-4085-86B3-40005580C076@chartermi.net>

Scratch them off the list because they're gone.  Now you can get your bogus parts direct from Moss.  That is if you can find it on their website.  :-)

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 29, 2020, at 11:40 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?They sold me a bogus metro turbo head gasket and didn?t make good on it. This was a $100 item, not the usual $20. They are on my fecal scroll. 
> 
> Ron Soave
> 
>>> On Nov 29, 2020, at 5:49 AM, Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>> ?
>> List,
>> I know AH Spares is not cheap, especially adding in for shipping and shipping time but what is the list's thoughts on them for quality? 
>> https://www.ahspares.co.uk/sprite/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email
>> 
>> Linda
>> 
>>> On Sun, Nov 29, 2020 at 6:26 AM Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> Thanks Ron & Billy for the BPN site https://www.bpnorthwest.com/mg/midget.html. I bought shocks from Peter Caldwell of World Wide but I didn't think he had a large catalog.
>>> 
>>> What are everyone's thoughts on buying from the bugeye guy https://bugeyeguyparts.com/collections/all
>>> He doesn't carry a lot but he is dedicated to the Spridgets, and has grown in the hobby over the years.
>>> Linda
>>> 
>>>> On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
>>>> BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite parts. I always check them first though.
>>>> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did, they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
>>>> BZ
>>> 
>>> 
>>> -- 
>>> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
>> 
>> 
>> -- 
>> "Pay if forward" in honor of Frank Clarici III, Spritenut
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From Zormecteon at comcast.net  Sun Nov 29 10:20:50 2020
From: Zormecteon at comcast.net (Bill L.)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:20:50 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <CAL0QtVeG-Ax=oixLNCfX2T8R=bf15+3Zd3NUGRqwQzXz8cYR+g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL0QtVc_tYEcyOCTQahho20kf2s1vrQHhyAiLpTFKy_y94JUBg@mail.gmail.com> 
 <ED5AEADC-559C-4EB4-BF93-89EDB4FB72F6@yahoo.com>
 <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
 <CAL0QtVeG-Ax=oixLNCfX2T8R=bf15+3Zd3NUGRqwQzXz8cYR+g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1754781679.20201129092050@comcast.net>

Hello Linda,


I got parts  from bugeyeguy for my recent refresh. I have yet to be disappointed. He gets his parts from other suppliers, but so far they are quality. The gauges are from SPEEDHUT, .. so you can get the same from there cheaper, BUT not with the faces that look so good. The cast iron water pump.. all you can get is aluminium from anywhere else. I did the conversion to Negative Ground and went with the GENERNATOR and fake regulator. The Genernator burned out it's diodes in less than 100 miles but bugyeyeguy made good and I got a replacement. 

I got the carpet set from AHSPARES. I chose the jaguar quality and it's really nice stuff but a pain to fit. The body panels were exact replacements. Can't say about the rest of their stuff. 

> Thanks Ron & Billy for the BPN site
> https://www.bpnorthwest.com/mg/midget.html. I bought shocks from Peter
> Caldwell of World Wide but I didn't think he had a large catalog.

> What are everyone's thoughts on buying from the bugeye guy
> https://bugeyeguyparts.com/collections/all
> He doesn't carry a lot but he is dedicated to the Spridgets, and has grown
> in the hobby over the years.
> Linda

> On Sat, Nov 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:

>> BPN is fine for you Triumph guys, but they don?t carry a lot of Sprite
>> parts. I always check them first though.
>> I?ve never expected Moss to know anything about cars, because if they did,
>> they would have corrected the mistakes in their Sprite catalogs decades
>> ago, and their website would be at least somewhat useful. At least VB had a
>> good catalog and a functioning website. I don?t usually expect people who
>> sell things to know much about anything other than selling things. YMMV.
>> BZ





-- 
Best regards,
 Bill                            mailto:Zormecteon at comcast.net


I just took an IQ test. The results were negative. 


From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Sun Nov 29 10:28:21 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:28:21 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>
References: <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
 <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <E68A56DE-8C35-4AAF-9F5C-D182DFA9ED69@billyzoom.com>

VB?s website is just like their catalog?which is much better than the Moss catalog. The Moss website is a complete waste of time. I still have to use their catalog to find a part number so I can order online, and then I usually get so pissed at their catalog that I order from VB instead. Even though Moss is only two hours away, orders from Moss, VB, and AH Spares all take about the same length of time. Shipping is cheapest from VB.

> I guess different strokes - I thought VB?s website was just a scanned in catalogue. You must be using an older computer ?
> 
> Ron Soave

From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Sun Nov 29 11:51:07 2020
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 18:51:07 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
In-Reply-To: <E68A56DE-8C35-4AAF-9F5C-D182DFA9ED69@billyzoom.com>
References: <C48AA203-BADD-4B91-8B28-F22381DEF284@billyzoom.com>
 <F8DCC125-687B-4BBF-B152-AEC728C88389@yahoo.com>
 <E68A56DE-8C35-4AAF-9F5C-D182DFA9ED69@billyzoom.com>
Message-ID: <19902315.2519578.1606675867487@mail.yahoo.com>

 I just ordered a dash top repair panel for my MGB GT last night from Victoria British.? Better price and cheaper shipping that Moss.? All things considered, the shipping time from Lenexa, Kansas is shorter than from Goleta, California and I am in the Southern California area.? I have ordered parts for the MG, the BN2 and the Bugeye from VB several times in the last few weeks.? They are still selling and shipping at this time so I am going to take advantage of it while I can.? Also, I have received orders from Ahead4Healeys in less time than Moss these days.? The shipping is ot too bad from them these days either.? Only problem is when you have to return something back to them or AH Spares.? Too much of a hassle, but both British suppliers have parts available that Moss or VB do not.? Just my two cents.Mike MacLean

    On Sunday, November 29, 2020, 9:37:34 AM PST, Billy Zoom via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:  
 
 VB?s website is just like their catalog?which is much better than the Moss catalog. The Moss website is a complete waste of time. I still have to use their catalog to find a part number so I can order online, and then I usually get so pissed at their catalog that I order from VB instead. Even though Moss is only two hours away, orders from Moss, VB, and AH Spares all take about the same length of time. Shipping is cheapest from VB.

> I guess different strokes - I thought VB?s website was just a scanned in catalogue. You must be using an older computer ?
> 
> Ron Soave
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From crusaderchuck55 at aol.com  Sun Nov 29 13:37:04 2020
From: crusaderchuck55 at aol.com (crusaderchuck55 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2020 15:37:04 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Interior door pull
References: <g45i776uo5il7ad4u1h2tu2m.1606681828786.ref@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <g45i776uo5il7ad4u1h2tu2m.1606681828786@email.lge.com>

I need 1 black plastic interior door pull handle.Not the smooth one depicted!? ?There is an almost identical one with parallel ribs on it , on both sides.? That version fits the 2 smaller chrome mounts in the picture.? If you have 1 with the cast in ribs and need a smooth one , can we trade?? ?Learned the pivot pins on the solid ones are a bigger diameter than the ones that have the ribs.? I have no refrence which door pull handle fits what year or a MG Vs. Sprite trim difrence.? Just know I need 1 with the cast in ribs that fits the 2 mounts loose in the picture.Anyone?Thank you!ChuckSent from my LG Mobile
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From guerdrum at sbcglobal.net  Mon Nov 30 19:13:53 2020
From: guerdrum at sbcglobal.net (KURT GUERDRUM)
Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2020 02:13:53 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch woes
References: <1544695069.2729397.1606788833152.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1544695069.2729397.1606788833152@mail.yahoo.com>

Now it turns out that I need to replace the whole clutch release lever. ?Moss says they don't have it, VB doesn't either. ?Anybody know where I can get one, preferably with the clips? ?Also wondering if there's any difference in levers for 948 or 1098?Thanks,Kurt Guerdrum'60 Bugeye (948)Mr. toad
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From crusaderchuck55 at aol.com  Mon Nov 30 19:35:02 2020
From: crusaderchuck55 at aol.com (crusaderchuck55 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:35:02 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch woes
References: <enhec1d9e49fsuc05gl6c1av.1606790006960.ref@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <enhec1d9e49fsuc05gl6c1av.1606790006960@email.lge.com>

KurtI have a couple 948 clutch forks.Ship your address and I can ship one on Wednesday.? ?Not tomorrow...i have oral surgery...ChuckSent from my LG Mobile------ Original message------From: KURT GUERDRUM via SpridgetsDate: Mon, Nov 30, 2020 9:22 PMTo: Spridgets at Autox.Team.net;Cc: Subject:[Spridgets] Clutch woesNow it turns out that I need to replace the whole clutch release lever. ?Moss says they don't have it, VB doesn't either. ?Anybody know where I can get one, preferably with the clips? ?Also wondering if there's any difference in levers for 948 or 1098?Thanks,Kurt Guerdrum'60 Bugeye (948)Mr. toad
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From billyzoom at billyzoom.com  Mon Nov 30 19:38:06 2020
From: billyzoom at billyzoom.com (Billy Zoom)
Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:38:06 -0800
Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch woes
In-Reply-To: <1544695069.2729397.1606788833152@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <1544695069.2729397.1606788833152.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
 <1544695069.2729397.1606788833152@mail.yahoo.com>
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Does this help any?
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Mon Nov 30 19:39:06 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:39:06 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Clutch woes
In-Reply-To: <enhec1d9e49fsuc05gl6c1av.1606790006960@email.lge.com>
References: <enhec1d9e49fsuc05gl6c1av.1606790006960@email.lge.com>
Message-ID: <9F90360D-36D7-4391-84F2-4502FDD27161@chartermi.net>

Looks like Chuck already has you covered with a replacement fork, but yes the 948 and 1098 forks are different.

Rick

Sent from my keyboard

> On Nov 30, 2020, at 9:35 PM, crusaderchuck55--- via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Kurt
> I have a couple 948 clutch forks.
> Ship your address and I can ship one on Wednesday.   Not tomorrow...i have oral surgery...
> Chuck
> 
> Sent from my LG Mobile
> 
> ------ Original message------
> From: KURT GUERDRUM via Spridgets
> Date: Mon, Nov 30, 2020 9:22 PM
> To: Spridgets at Autox.Team.net;
> Cc:
> Subject:[Spridgets] Clutch woes
> 
> Now it turns out that I need to replace the whole clutch release lever.  Moss says they don't have it, VB doesn't either.  Anybody know where I can get one, preferably with the clips?  Also wondering if there's any difference in levers for 948 or 1098?
> Thanks,
> Kurt Guerdrum
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From rrengineer.mike at att.net  Sun Nov 22 13:03:00 2020
From: rrengineer.mike at att.net (Michael MacLean)
Date: Sun, 22 Nov 2020 20:03:00 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
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Back in 2003 when I was in locomotive engineer school with BNSF Railway I visited the Victoria British warehouse.? Vicky Brit was just one freeway exit away from the school.? I went to buy engine parts for my BN2 and wanted to inspect them in person before buying them.? Much better that way because returning parts is such a financial drain.? The difference between Moss and VB was more than price and selection.? When you call Moss, the sales person is somewhat to very knowledgeable about the parts they sell.? When you call Victoria British this is not the case.? Sales personnel there only know part numbers.? They can only tell you if the part you want is in inventory or not.? Most of the time the VB sales person knows nothing about British cars.? I'm guessing the best we get out of this aquisition is added inventory of parts that Moss did not sell before, at least until they run out.? VB prices are gone.? That being said, I have been buying a lot from Ahead4Healeys and AH Spares lately.? Actually better prices than Moss.? Moss shipping has gotten slower taking up to 4-5 days to be delivered using their Saver Fare.? I seem to remember, if you ordered your parts before 3PM you got them the next day.? I have received parts from Ahead4healeys in 3 days in the recent past all the way from England.? Go figure.? No dog in this fight, just a personal observation.Mike MacLean

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  On Sun, Nov 22, 2020 at 7:55 AM, Rick Fisk via Spridgets<spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:   And Moss has parts that VB didn't.? VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.? We all lose either way.

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> On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
> 
> ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
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From refisk at chartermi.net  Mon Nov 23 08:56:47 2020
From: refisk at chartermi.net (Rick Fisk)
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2020 10:56:47 -0500
Subject: [Spridgets] Moss Motors to Aquire Victoria British
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Why would you call a parts supplier for technical advice?  Do you call the grocery store to find out how to cook and eat eggs?   :-)

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> On Nov 22, 2020, at 3:03 PM, Michael MacLean <rrengineer.mike at att.net> wrote:
> 
> ?Back in 2003 when I was in locomotive engineer school with BNSF Railway I visited the Victoria British warehouse.  Vicky Brit was just one freeway exit away from the school.  I went to buy engine parts for my BN2 and wanted to inspect them in person before buying them.  Much better that way because returning parts is such a financial drain.  The difference between Moss and VB was more than price and selection.  When you call Moss, the sales person is somewhat to very knowledgeable about the parts they sell.  When you call Victoria British this is not the case.  Sales personnel there only know part numbers.  They can only tell you if the part you want is in inventory or not.  Most of the time the VB sales person knows nothing about British cars.  I'm guessing the best we get out of this aquisition is added inventory of parts that Moss did not sell before, at least until they run out.  VB prices are gone.  That being said, I have been buying a lot from Ahead4Healeys and AH Spares lately.  Actually better prices than Moss.  Moss shipping has gotten slower taking up to 4-5 days to be delivered using their Saver Fare.  I seem to remember, if you ordered your parts before 3PM you got them the next day.  I have received parts from Ahead4healeys in 3 days in the recent past all the way from England.  Go figure.  No dog in this fight, just a personal observation.
> Mike MacLean
> 
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
> 
> On Sun, Nov 22, 2020 at 7:55 AM, Rick Fisk via Spridgets
> <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
> And Moss has parts that VB didn't.  VB's prices were almost always lower for the parts they bought from Moss and resold.  We all lose either way.
> 
> Sent from my keyboard
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> > On Nov 22, 2020, at 10:42 AM, Billy Zoom <billyzoom at billyzoom.com> wrote:
> > 
> > ?VB carried parts that Moss didn?t.
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