I'd still get with Mr. DuBois and get his templates for the heat shields
just in case you run into a vapor lock problem. I did, and although I had
to modify the back one slightly for the throttle link to clear it, vapor
lock is now and (un)fond memory on my SU's.
Best,
Scott
>From: Ronald Olds <tr6@pipeline.com>
>To: mgs@autox.team.net, mg-t@autox.team.net
>Subject: RE:TD engine & Oil Filter
>Date: Mon, 21 Aug 2000 23:03:56 -0500
>
>Thank you all for your responses to my questions. I appreciate all the
>opinions I received which were of course there were a variety of opinions
>(and he a little cross discussion was created by some responses). I have
>decided to get the manifold coated by Jet-hot. My main reason for deciding
>to get it coated is an attempt to lower the temperatures around the carbs.
>Previously I had problems with vapor lock so this certainly won't hurt.
>Regarding the oil filter color, I am changing to a spin on type. I earlier
>purchased an adapter from Bob Grunau, which looks to be a fine piece of
>workmanship. I understand his unit is superior to any other on the market.
>I was just wondering if I should paint the unit and filters to give it
>somewhat of an original look (as long as you don't look too close). Since
>there doesn't seem to be any consensus on what the original color was I
>leave the adapter natural and the filters will be what ever color they come
>in.
>
>Thanks again,
>Ron Olds
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