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41. engine compartment painting (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Thu, 13 May 2004 09:37:59 -0700; While the engine of my 72 MGB is out for servicing, I want to repaint my engine compartment. Regarding the left side where the brake lines are, can I remove the 2 clips that hold them down, along wit; /html/mgs/2004-05/msg00259.html (6,864 bytes)
42. RE: Fuse Capacity (score: 1): Author: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 18:21:42 -0400; "If later on you find that the fuse blows occasionally, just change up to the next higher value." ...and if that doesn't work insert some aluminum foil in the fuse holder <tongue firmly in cheek>. Ta; /html/mgs/2004-05/msg00530.html (6,539 bytes)
43. re/ side covers & gaskets (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2004 21:07:52 -0700; I used rubber gaskets also. First I used silicone sealer to adhere the gasket to the covers, then used permatex black (non-hardening) between the gasket and the engine body. Just tighten them enough; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00100.html (6,590 bytes)
44. RE: lead substitute fuel additive (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2004 16:57:34 -0500; The lead is also supposed to provide a coating on the valve seat to prevent the valve from welding itself to the seat. The hardened valve seats don't suffer this. I didn't install hardened seats, and; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00274.html (9,981 bytes)
45. low oil pressure (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2004 09:21:43 -0700; Hi Listers, I took the 260 mile drive to Las Cruces, New Mexico for the British Car Days event last weekend in my 72 MGB with overdrive. Traveling on I-10 at 3200 rpm, doing about 70 mph, my oil pres; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00526.html (7,603 bytes)
46. oil pressure (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2004 11:00:27 -0700; I always use Castrol 20W-50. The current mileage is 66,000. What are the odds the relief valve and spring might be the problem, or would that be a cheap thing to rule out? Rich; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00532.html (6,786 bytes)
47. RE: FW: Barrett Jackson auction (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2004 07:20:42 -0600; Maybe a Midget would go for $30,000... Rich Red '74B Nashville for! Do you think if they stuck a 'B in the middle of all those it would go for $60,000 ? -- Eric '68MGB MkII Adelaide, South Australia; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00012.html (7,754 bytes)
48. Barrett-Jackson (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2004 20:51:45 -0700; I was at the auction, and no an MGB would not have gone for $60,000. If you checked the results you would have seen a 1955 MG TRF 1500 go for about $15,000, a nice TR6 go for about $7000, a very nice; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00026.html (6,386 bytes)
49. tappet leak (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Tue, 9 Mar 2004 20:50:31 -0700; It is a bit of a tricky job. I also used the rubber gaskets, but used silicone sealer to adhere them to the cover before assembly. This was recommended by a restoration shop owner. Then I used some; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00154.html (6,541 bytes)
50. re: Lh overdrive (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Mon, 15 Mar 2004 20:06:41 -0700; Could that friction material you mentioned be the magnet material in place on the cover of the sump in order to catch and retain ant metal filings or bits during normal operation. Also, I need more; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00282.html (6,396 bytes)
51. re/ overdrive on Ebay (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Mon, 22 Mar 2004 20:29:41 -0700; The overdrive on Ebay is a late MGB LH type for 75-80 MGBS. It looks complete. You can see the pump in the photos. You would need the proper transmission to bolt it on to. Probably would do best as a; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00468.html (6,340 bytes)
52. RE: MGB Tyre Pressures (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Tue, 23 Mar 2004 07:04:30 -0600; I have the Regatta 2's from Goodyear, and run them about 36 pounds all around. I found that higher pressure in back and lower in front gives major over steer, to the point of going sideways on a free; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00476.html (8,275 bytes)
53. RE: Dodge Durango commercial (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Fri, 6 Feb 2004 18:45:50 -0600; Go here to download (just over 1 meg) http://www.penworks.com/dodge.htm; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00131.html (6,763 bytes)
54. RE: Clutch Pedal Needed (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Fri, 6 Feb 2004 19:24:33 -0600; P.S. - Congrats! Rich I am in the process of preparing for my wedding this summer. I have won exactly one wedding-related battle, and that is we are leaving in my 1970 MGB. I did not exactly loose th; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00132.html (7,968 bytes)
55. RE: Engine Miss (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2004 22:33:46 -0600; I had a similar issue driving home from Knoxville one night. Turned out the valves on the third cylinder were too tight. For good measure I did them all. Beats pulling the head to find a non-burnt va; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00356.html (8,061 bytes)
56. RE: Engine ID Plate (score: 1): Author: "Richard G. Poole" <richp@poolelan.com>; Date: Sat, 21 Feb 2004 16:29:09 -0600; Can you say "can of worms"? "People coming out of the woodwork"? posted my You want responses? Just ask the best way to tow an MG :) Jeff '70B; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00490.html (7,371 bytes)
57. re: right angle drive (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:02:42 -0700; I run a blue label OD on a 72 MGB, and also had trouble with the right angle drive. A fellow club member suggested "try it without the angle". So I did. That was four years ago, and no problems. I t; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00590.html (6,573 bytes)
58. starter (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:17:41 -0700; Max, no need to lecture Dennis. I believe that he was on the right track to remove the starter from underneath the car as I have always done it. You just need to get the top bolt almost out, then the; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00591.html (6,930 bytes)
59. Differencial plug (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2004 17:42:17 -0700; Any suggestions our there in removing the differential fill and test plug? Mine is to small for a = stud. It seems to be an odd size. Do I need a special tool for this? Richard; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00611.html (7,033 bytes)
60. re/hood prop (score: 1): Author: "Richard" <ramsmgb@cox.net>; Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2004 20:25:28 -0700; I have a 72 B with the standard telescoping hood (bonnet) prop on the driver's side. The trunk (boot) has one also. Richard; /html/mgs/2004-02/msg00628.html (6,119 bytes)

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