- 1. Re: Steering Box (score: 1)
- Author: Mailer <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Thu, 03 Jan 2002 11:19:50 -0800
- Mine is old and the seal leaks, so I have been using grease for years. The box itself is precise and tight so it seems a shame to have to remove it just for the seal If the seal didn't leak I would u
- /html/alpines/2002-01/msg00029.html (6,663 bytes)
- 2. Re: New Virus Alert (score: 1)
- Author: Mailer <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Tue, 27 Nov 2001 10:09:12 -0800
- Now you get my $.02 worth. When I talk about viruses with people they ALWAYS say "oh I only open attachments from people I know". WRONG RESPONSE!!! Viruses will almost always be from people you know
- /html/alpines/2001-11/msg00286.html (11,859 bytes)
- 3. Re: Virus/ scams x-mac-creator="4D4F5353" (score: 1)
- Author: JRS <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Tue, 14 Aug 2001 10:45:26 -0700
- A couple of guys here in San Diego were on the news recently for just such a scam. They went to Africa, were kidnapped and had to contact their family at home to get money wired over. It amazes me th
- /html/alpines/2001-08/msg00194.html (7,723 bytes)
- 4. Re: Relief Valves (score: 1)
- Author: JRS <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Tue, 21 Aug 2001 11:22:22 -0700
- If memory serves - the brass one was the one that sticks. The threads are at the hex end, the idea being that the end fits into the body of the oil filter assy with pretty close tolerences. This mean
- /html/alpines/2001-08/msg00276.html (10,360 bytes)
- 5. Re: Presure relief valve modification>>>>>>> (score: 1)
- Author: JRS <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Wed, 22 Aug 2001 11:14:56 -0700
- Yes your pressure is low. The relief valve has nohing to do with the 15 at idle. It is a relief valve meaning that it releases excess pressure from the system. If your system cannot even come up to t
- /html/alpines/2001-08/msg00287.html (7,520 bytes)
- 6. Re: Question: head bolts (score: 1)
- Author: JRS <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2001 11:07:32 -0700
- My understanding is that they do not need to be replaced. The bolts in my car are 35 years old and have been off and on quite a few times. There are bolts that are meant to stretch and these must be
- /html/alpines/2001-08/msg00313.html (8,511 bytes)
- 7. Re: Brake Servo (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Fri, 01 Jun 2001 18:17:47 -0700
- If you don't intend on using the servo, I would suggest bypassing it completely - just 1 less thing to leak. John
- /html/alpines/2001-06/msg00016.html (7,689 bytes)
- 8. Re: OD Question (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Mon, 07 May 2001 19:57:49 -0700
- The operation is not subtl;e - you will KNOW if it is engaging. It's like shifting up a gear (quite a big one). The speedo will NOT drop - the revs will. No it doesn't take time to build up pressure.
- /html/alpines/2001-05/msg00094.html (7,145 bytes)
- 9. Re: Oil Pressure Paint fading >>>>>>>>>> (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Tue, 08 May 2001 23:19:18 -0700
- The pressure relief valve releases excess pressure at high rpm. It is common to dismantle the valve and shim the spring to raise the pressure to 50 or 60 pounds. However, this will not solve the low
- /html/alpines/2001-05/msg00115.html (8,168 bytes)
- 10. Yes there really are dunb questions - Cricket?????? (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 10:07:42 -0700
- Stupid general info question. Is there any commonality between the Minx/Alpine and the Plymouth Cricket/Avenger. Are the engines derrived from the same place - will the Cricket water pump fit an Alpi
- /html/alpines/2001-05/msg00333.html (6,841 bytes)
- 11. Re: Ring Gear Bolts >>>>>>> (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Fri, 02 Mar 2001 10:49:29 -0800
- My manual says 50 ft lbs. And keep looking for that lost bolt - are you sure that it hasn't sheared off. If you find a source for new ones please let me know. John
- /html/alpines/2001-03/msg00026.html (7,461 bytes)
- 12. New parts source (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Sun, 14 Jan 2001 17:51:43 -0800
- Need a new source for those hard to find parts (and a good laugh). http://www.84to96.net/kaleco/ John
- /html/alpines/2001-01/msg00104.html (6,408 bytes)
- 13. Re: anyone know what this is? (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2001 11:49:37 -0800
- I bought one of these a few years ago but couldn't get it to work right on my car. I think it was made for the export model as it seemed to disembellish the car everytime I applied it. Of course I am
- /html/alpines/2001-01/msg00227.html (7,836 bytes)
- 14. Questions re differential on Alpine (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2001 12:00:53 -0800
- With the car somewhat dismantled for a bearbox build I thought it mignt be a good idea to pull the diff apart and check those bolts inside that hold the ring/planetary??? )(what is the correct term?)
- /html/alpines/2001-01/msg00228.html (7,123 bytes)
- 15. Me again on that virus thing.. (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2000 19:40:10 -0800
- Just read about it in http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/creative.htm Apparently it requires outlook to propogate and as I still use Netscape communicator, it has most likely failed to breed. This will
- /html/alpines/2000-12/msg00213.html (6,494 bytes)
- 16. [Fwd: WARNING -- SERIOUS VIRUS ALERT] (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2000 19:21:43 -0800
- Re my last email - these are the details: WARNING!! DO NOT OPEN an email you received from me prior to this one. It apparently contains a virus which will send the email out to EVERYONE in your addre
- /html/alpines/2000-12/msg00225.html (7,033 bytes)
- 17. Re: Disassembling old engine - 50wt oil 30+years old (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2000 10:45:44 -0800
- Never had this problem but here's a guess. The racing oil was probably caster oil based and as such it porganic not petroleum based. So you could try all the good stuff that breaks down organic thing
- /html/alpines/2000-12/msg00233.html (7,981 bytes)
- 18. Re: Gearbox Oil Specification (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2000 10:51:55 -0800
- It is surprising that the overdrive works with the 80/90 oil as this usually makes the clutch inside the O/d slip. I would suggest going to engine oil, but preferably not the 10/50. I would suggest s
- /html/alpines/2000-11/msg00388.html (7,185 bytes)
- 19. Re: San Diego British Car Day (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2000 00:41:58 -0700
- I believe that was my voice you overheard, and if it caused any offense I sincerely apologize. My questionable British sense of humor has landed me in trouble before now. (and I certainly can't be bo
- /html/alpines/2000-10/msg00026.html (10,452 bytes)
- 20. Re: Strom carb question (score: 1)
- Author: js <frodo4@ix.netcom.com>
- Date: Sun, 15 Oct 2000 10:38:21 -0700
- The 2 holes in the bottom of the piston must face the engine. This allows engine/manifold vacuum to enter the area above the diaphram and raise the piston. I believe the diaphram has a little lip on
- /html/alpines/2000-10/msg00198.html (7,322 bytes)
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