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121. Re: cooling and oil mods? (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 09:35:59 -0000
As JJJ has said. Some say you shouldn't use these it might loosen large chunks of dirt which block oilways, which seems a good reason to do it on a regular basis! It does come out like water and jet
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00006.html (9,394 bytes)

122. Re: Headlight positioning (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 14:33:28 -0000
Yes - as you look at the front of the car. In the normal handing parlance (i.e. sitting in a seat and facing forward) they would both be at the top and the right-hand side. Not sure if I understand t
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00033.html (9,285 bytes)

123. Re: Headlight positioning (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 16:59:33 -0000
Headlights aren't fused as standard, unless you meant a generic 'fused' as in 'failed'. The light from a parking light bulb in a headlight wouldn't help the driver of course, but it does give a sligh
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00043.html (12,023 bytes)

124. Re: Headlight positioning (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2003 11:02:26 -0000
I know Volvos have had this for many years but there is nothing in any documentation I have that it ever applied to MGBs, and would be much higher wattage than the 4W that Barrie has. to /// /// mgb-
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00044.html (8,539 bytes)

125. Re: Lowered springs (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 11:09:59 -0000
NOS *would* be the way to go, but the chances of finding any are very slim. I have been able to get correct OE items in the past but even what are claimed to be OE from reputable suppliers are coming
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00073.html (9,857 bytes)

126. Re: Wire wheels - Theft Prevention? (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 16:33:18 -0000
One dog and a long enough lead. /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list /// Send admin requests to majordomo@autox.team.net /// Send list postings to mgb-v8@autox.team.net /// Edit your replies! I
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00086.html (8,240 bytes)

127. Re: Buick timing cover (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 09:02:42 -0000
On the factory V8, at least, the base of the timing cover is flush with the bottom of the crankcase so the sump gasket goes all the way round sealing to both. PaulH. this? /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.n
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00090.html (7,763 bytes)

128. Re: Wire wheels - Theft Prevention? (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 09:39:02 -0000
Get a big enough dog and something for it to chase and save petrol. /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list /// Send admin requests to majordomo@autox.team.net /// Send list postings to mgb-v8@aut
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00091.html (8,350 bytes)

129. Re: Wire wheels (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 09:39:12 -0000
I do like your analysis. With your permission I'd like to quote it - attributed of course - on my web site. PaulH. of few petrol. attractive /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list /// Send admin
/html/mgb-v8/2003-12/msg00096.html (8,552 bytes)

130. Re: failure notice] (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2003 09:09:08 -0000
Neither did I until I broke the drop-links on my rear anti-roll bar, but to be fair it only made it the same as my 4-cylinder roadster. I have the Ron Hopkinson kit with uprated front bar and it real
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00009.html (8,086 bytes)

131. Re: Correct way to install Felpro Head Gaskets (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2003 10:17:34 -0000
Don't think mine were Felpro, but they were marked 'TOP'. the /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list /// Send admin requests to majordomo@autox.team.net /// Send list postings to mgb-v8@autox.tea
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00024.html (8,630 bytes)

132. Re: Air filters for factory V8 (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 10:38:56 -0000
The original part No. was GFE 1054, available in the UK for about #7.50, shipping shouldn't be too expensive. I know Fram make *oil* filters for the MGB including the factory V8 using the original pa
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00031.html (7,986 bytes)

133. Re: Help needed to try shifting cylinder head bolts. (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2003 09:40:56 -0000
They do go with a bang, you just have to apply enough leverage until they do. When doing a top-end overhaul I snapped one inlet manifold bolt and one heater valve extension pipe bolt due to corrosion
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00037.html (8,924 bytes)

134. Re: stocking stuffers (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2003 15:48:19 -0000
Or for the MG-er who has (almost) everything how about a book on the history of Lucas in Birmingham. Warning, some of the pages may be dim or flicker ... /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list //
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00050.html (7,862 bytes)

135. Re: stocking stuffers (score: 1)
Author: "Paul Hunt \(T\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2003 11:05:01 -0000
There is such a book again, although I lied about the flickering pages ... http://www.whsmith.co.uk/whs/go.asp?ISBN=0750933909&DB=220 There was such a book.... --Original Message-- Or for the MG-er w
/html/mgb-v8/2003-11/msg00052.html (8,620 bytes)

136. Re: OT spam (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Wed, 8 Oct 2003 10:15:39 +0100
I have been getting both, but not in the last few days. PaulH. /// /// mgb-v8@autox.team.net mailing list /// Send admin requests to majordomo@autox.team.net /// Send list postings to mgb-v8@autox.te
/html/mgb-v8/2003-10/msg00007.html (7,603 bytes)

137. Re: MGB door locks (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 9 Oct 2003 09:42:06 +0100
The big (door opening) lever should return to flush when let go, only the smaller locking lever stays either side with the door fully shut. The parts list doesn't show a separate spring on the openin
/html/mgb-v8/2003-10/msg00010.html (8,328 bytes)

138. Re: Adsorption Canister and EFI (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Sat, 11 Oct 2003 16:10:16 +0100
The canister on MGBs trapped fumes from the expansion of fuel in the tank as well as the float bowls and crankcase, which implies it might have been used on EFI cars as well, but I don't know. PaulH.
/html/mgb-v8/2003-10/msg00012.html (8,398 bytes)

139. Re: rear end swap (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2003 14:44:48 +0100
I've done this from a steel wheel to a wire wheel. Very straight forward - make sure the body is *securely* supported just in front of the rear spring front mounts. Jack up under the springs to compr
/html/mgb-v8/2003-10/msg00015.html (9,685 bytes)

140. Re: rear end swap (score: 1)
Author: "Telewest \(PH\)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2003 15:13:27 +0100
All I can add to JJJs post is, GTs used for racing may benefit from having the smaller roadster cylinder to prevent rear wheel locking, either because they have been lightened or because of the great
/html/mgb-v8/2003-10/msg00026.html (8,349 bytes)


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