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1. The temperature discussion (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2003 19:34:44 -0500
I would agree with the head gasket being suspect, once you have eliminated other simple and common causes. Shooting the smoke out one side only on the exhaust is a strong indication, in my estimation
/html/alpines/2003-11/msg00083.html (6,889 bytes)

2. The backfire problem (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Thu, 5 Jun 2003 16:51:30 -0400
Like others have said, low voltage would account for all your symptoms, and a professional mechanic would look at that first. This is done not by changing parts until it runs right, but by proper use
/html/alpines/2003-06/msg00027.html (7,577 bytes)

3. SV: Holbay question (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 00:06:03 -0400
In my experience (marine engines) a step such as this would result in fuel puddling at low speed, then a "rich bog" or something similar when the operator accelerates. One of the operations in increa
/html/alpines/2003-05/msg00070.html (8,515 bytes)

4. The jdbgmgr "virus" (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 21:39:41 -0500
Hey Bill this is one of those internet myths. I checked on the Norton websiite's virus encyclopedia and it tells all about it. It said there is a virus that can infect that file, but the popular anti
/html/alpines/2003-04/msg00001.html (6,887 bytes)

5. NGk Plugs (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Sun, 26 Jan 2003 19:03:38 -0500
As a former Mercury Marine dealer, I can tell you that if you have difficulty finding them, they are used in Mercury Outboard Motors and MerCruiser Sterndrives. If you are having trouble finding them
/html/alpines/2003-01/msg00168.html (6,771 bytes)

6. Wanted: SIV/V (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2002 00:52:31 -0500
Looks like I'm 0 for 5 on that one. Carl B395000858 LRX
/html/alpines/2002-12/msg00135.html (6,141 bytes)

7. Virus in email, daily (score: 1)
Author: Carl Wade <110156.3206@compuserve.com>
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002 14:54:36 -0500
Hello everyoneWe've been receiving an email, with attached virus, at least once a day, and our Norton Anti-Virus is intercepting it. The source is unknown, and I am wondering if others on this list h
/html/alpines/2002-12/msg00155.html (6,800 bytes)

8. Fill 'er up! (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2002 21:57:42 -0400
I would not recommend using the unleaded premium because of the additives in the gas to achieve that higher octane. They will only cause even more deterioration of non-metal fuel system parts. Modern
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00024.html (7,766 bytes)

9. Hot Ignition Switch (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2002 19:22:33 -0400
If you've got heat, that means you've got resistance. Resistance causes voltage drop. Maybe ignition switch contacts are getting old or dirty? You kind of want real good electrical contact in there.
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00110.html (6,620 bytes)

10. Rough Running (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2002 19:22:31 -0400
Make sure you have proper voltage at the ignition coil. This kind of problem is often a symptom of an electrical component heating up and causing a problem. Rig a wire from the "+" terminal on the ig
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00111.html (7,610 bytes)

11. Schematics (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2002 19:18:20 -0400
Chuck-- You say "with plenty of lite". Do you mean like plenty of Bud Light? Carl W.
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00158.html (6,541 bytes)

12. Argh-rebuilding (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Sat, 24 Aug 2002 23:16:13 -0400
I've seen people advertising 1725 engines of varying condition at the Sunbeamalpine.org web site and the prices are not high at all. If your engine has serious damage, like a spun main bearing (messe
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00177.html (6,888 bytes)

13. Early Series 5 question-- (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 00:03:05 -0400
I've been wondering about an early Series 5 that a guy had who worked with me in the early 70's. He had serial number B395000034. It was an ST and was the Holly Green color (pretty sure). This car ha
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00200.html (7,603 bytes)

14. 1725 Engine problems (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2002 23:08:47 -0400
Attach a manifold vacuum gauge and you can determine if you're on the right track about the vacuum leak. Use a long enough hose to reach into the cockpit so you can see it while driving. That's a ser
/html/alpines/2002-08/msg00258.html (8,060 bytes)

15. Sheet Metal gauge (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 13:08:45 -0400
Hi there. I'm going to be cutting parts from the chassis of our parts car--like the battery compartment and spare tire well (they're in good shape somehow). Rather than use a torch, I want to do it t
/html/alpines/2002-05/msg00002.html (7,423 bytes)

16. Overseas shipping-large (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 13:57:28 -0400
I know this was discussed here before, but I guess I didn't save the messages. I need to find out about shipping our antique boat from western New York State to Ireland. (This is kind of Alpine relat
/html/alpines/2002-05/msg00117.html (6,540 bytes)

17. Overheating & head gaskets (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Sat, 1 Jun 2002 00:13:35 -0400
As a former marine repair shop owner, I recall one MerCruiser sterndrive engine model that had a hard-to-figure head gasket failure symptom. The engine was a 4-cyl aluminum block, with a cast iron Fo
/html/alpines/2002-05/msg00312.html (6,874 bytes)

18. Door window removal (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2002 20:44:21 -0400
Today one of the things I was working on was getting the windows out of the doors, then the regulators and door latch mechanisms. The manual says to "spring" the regulator arms out of their "location
/html/alpines/2002-04/msg00231.html (6,795 bytes)

19. CD-ROM for parts manual? (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2002 20:44:50 -0400
Does anybody know if the parts manual is available on CD-ROM? That way I could just print out what I need at the time. I see printed ones are available from Classic Sunbeam, but it covers all Alpines
/html/alpines/2002-04/msg00232.html (6,585 bytes)

20. Engine is "cute"? (score: 1)
Author: 110156.3206@compuserve.com
Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 13:07:47 -0500
You guys might get a chuckle out of this. We ran a marine repair business for many years so my wife is pretty used to seeing engines mounted on workstands, all noticeably larger than an Alpine's. I'v
/html/alpines/2002-02/msg00318.html (6,841 bytes)


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