Ulix Goettsch wrote:
>
> The early Sprites had olive green engines, but I think later ones (such as
> my 67) had light green engines. Fairly close to light green Hammerite.
> Some of the usual suppliers sell the olive green for Spridgets, a
> different green for big Healeys.
> Does anyone know if this is the one I need?
Ulix
A 67 had the olive (dark green engine) 68 and 69 had Big Healey green
engines. BMC up to and including 67, BL 68 and on.
But the 72 Midget on the original post should have a black engine.
If you have a true 67, the engine should be dark green. check engine #s.
>
> On Thu, 20 Aug 1998, Bob Spruck wrote:
>
> > I need help in locating a source for the original or near original color
> > green paint for the engine of my street/show '72 Midget which is undergoing
> > an engine compartment and trunk restoration to complement the exterior and
> > interior restoration of a few years ago. I used up the paint I inherited
> > and would prefer brush-on rather than spray. Somehow a red or black engine
> > just doesn't look right.
> >
> > Thanks in advance.
> >
> > Bob Spruck
> > Sharpsburg, GA.
> > '72 Midget for street and show
> > '67 Midget for vintage racing
> > numerous parts cars in the woods just in case
> >
>
> Ulix __/__,__
> .......................................................... (_o____o_)....
> '67 Sprite
--
Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
Lots of LBCs
http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut
|