- 21. MGB 65' v6 231 conversion alt/tach problem (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Schultz" <schultz2146@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2005 14:32:32 -0600
- Howdy all. I'm hoping someone can help me with a Smith tach problem. I recently acquired a 65' mgb that had the 231 v6 conversion. The vehicle was not in running condition (needed a engine rebuild) s
- /html/mgs/2005-02/msg00293.html (7,677 bytes)
- 22. tires (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Sat, 1 Jan 2005 12:04:07 -0700
- I purchased Michelin Road handler Sports,175/70 -14, for my 1972 MGB at Sears and paid about $80 apiece. Rich Tucson
- /html/mgs/2005-01/msg00005.html (6,246 bytes)
- 23. carpets (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Tue, 25 Jan 2005 19:57:40 -0700
- When you order the carpet sets from Moss, they include the correct snaps, and backing material. I would recommend them, although the carper sets from the Roadster Factory, supplied by the Magic Carp
- /html/mgs/2005-01/msg00404.html (6,385 bytes)
- 24. RE: Ignition Kit and homeland security (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Dec 2004 17:11:09 -0500
- "Gotta love it. That's even better than "What's an MG?"" ...I was driving the Midget the other day and a kid in is Honduh pulled up along side and asked me what it was. I told him an MG and he replie
- /html/mgs/2004-12/msg00030.html (6,708 bytes)
- 25. RE: Signs of Serious Dementia (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 2 Dec 2004 17:37:46 -0500
- Mine's not much compared to most of these but here it is anyway: 1969 VW Beetle (first car, was a hand me down in 1985, died many moons ago) 1982 Ford Escort (traded for Escort GT). 1986 Ford Escort
- /html/mgs/2004-12/msg00031.html (8,235 bytes)
- 26. Radio sub (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2004 21:26:05 -0700
- I have put a Sony AM-FM with cassette into my 1972 MGB. I have a speaker mounted next to the cowl on the driver's side of the tunnel, another in the original single speaker location below the gloveb
- /html/mgs/2004-11/msg00266.html (6,276 bytes)
- 27. Looking for rare part for 75MGB - Seq Seat Belt Control (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Schultz" <schultz2146@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sat, 9 Oct 2004 23:36:49 -0500
- All, I have had no luck in tracking down a Seq Seat Belt Control. Does anyone know of a shop, parts catalog, or friend that might have one. Or does anyone know of how I can get my hands on the schema
- /html/mgs/2004-10/msg00181.html (7,342 bytes)
- 28. RE: Looking for rare part for 75MGB - Seq Seat Belt Control (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Schultz" <schultz2146@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sun, 10 Oct 2004 12:51:32 -0500
- Carl, if you have the new Moss Motors catalog 08/2004 you can turn to page 86 and the Seq Seat Belt Controller is item 35. If you do not have the catalog it looks like a rectangular box with a female
- /html/mgs/2004-10/msg00192.html (7,752 bytes)
- 29. RE: Datsun 1600/2000 (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 3 Sep 2004 21:23:04 -0400
- BAH!!!! BAH, I say!! Tad 69 MGC GT 74 RWA Midget " Any of the Z engines would have been an improvement over what came in the MGC,from what I've heard." CR Check out the new British Cars Forum: http:/
- /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00035.html (6,487 bytes)
- 30. OD transmission on Ebay (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Tue, 28 Sep 2004 20:48:38 -0700
- I believe this is an early D-type Overdrive. MGB 1962-67. I believe that unless the rust was severe, it should be serviceable. However, you never know what you are getting with a used tranny. Rich 1
- /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00228.html (6,856 bytes)
- 31. fog lamps (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2004 07:26:52 -0700
- Use a relay and route the hot wire from the starter (fuse this). I mounted my relay on the sidewall just to the left of the washer pump. Then ground the lamps on one of the bonnet channel bolts or u
- /html/mgs/2004-08/msg00375.html (6,383 bytes)
- 32. RE: List confusion (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2004 23:51:17 -0400
- ...yep, they either have 6 cylinder engines or they handle like a go-kart, and they don't have no stinking rubber bumpers :) Tad 69 MGC-GT 74 RWA Midget Yes, most of the people here are MGB owners...
- /html/mgs/2004-08/msg00395.html (8,656 bytes)
- 33. steering wheel (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Fri, 2 Jul 2004 10:14:30 -0700
- I have the repro of the original wheel made with a wood rim. I got it from Moss about 5 years ago. I believe it is still available but have not checked. It is exactly the same size with the same hub
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00019.html (6,436 bytes)
- 34. paint overspray (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Wed, 7 Jul 2004 18:49:11 -0700
- I recently painted the engine compartment of my MGB. It came out great. Today, while touching some areas up with a Preval sprayer I got some overspray on one area. Can I remove it with rubbing compou
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00109.html (6,417 bytes)
- 35. oil for OD (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Mon, 26 Jul 2004 20:40:26 -0700
- I may be missing something after all this discussion about Overdrive oil. On an MGB you cannot fill the Overdrive separately from the transmission. It is a common sump. Rich Tucson
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00533.html (6,749 bytes)
- 36. crank shaft needed (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2004 09:56:58 -0700
- Hi all, I just found out from my engine rebuild shop that my crank had been ground to the max at one bearing point (a no-no), so I need a replacement. Does anyone out there know of a used crank avail
- /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00057.html (7,139 bytes)
- 37. tappet cover (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2004 20:10:19 -0700
- It is my recollection that you cannot remove this cover without taking off the exhaust manifold which means the carbs too. You would also not be able to properly re-install the cover with a new gask
- /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00078.html (6,286 bytes)
- 38. stereo speakers (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Sat, 26 Jun 2004 09:06:14 -0700
- I have speaker in the doors mounted in the only place they can where there is adequate room. They are about 2 in from the bottom of the door and more toward the front than you seem to describe. This
- /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00539.html (6,812 bytes)
- 39. RE: Value: Midget vs. B (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>
- Date: Sat, 26 Jun 2004 23:29:49 -0400
- Maybe we Midget owners recognize the superior handling qualities of the Midgets vs B's. :) Tad 74 RWA Midget 69 MGC-GT Well, they made more B's in total, but as a larger, more expensive vehicle to be
- /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00559.html (8,699 bytes)
- 40. Od re-install (score: 1)
- Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>
- Date: Sun, 27 Jun 2004 11:59:40 -0700
- I too have struggled with the re-installation of the Od unit. All I can suggest is DO NOT FORCE IT. Use patience and just keep trying to wiggle and press at the same time. Trust me it will pop on. T
- /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00580.html (6,400 bytes)
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