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1. re: Karl Swanson - MGB Spare Tire (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 08 Jun 1995 10:28:00 -0500 (EST); Hi Karl, I have used rims from SAABs as spare tires for my 74 MGB, in fact, SAAB steel rims are allowed in the MG Owners Club racing series on MGBs. I've used rims from an 1984 900 and my present 198; /html/mgs/1995-06/msg00125.html (6,585 bytes)
2. re: Spare (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Wed, 03 May 1995 09:42:00 -0500 (EST); SAAB rims on an MGB. Been there. Done that. Approved for MGOC racing series (UK). I finally broke down & bought a 5th rostyle as a spare, primarily because I got sick of "whatkindarimsthat? Huh? Huh?; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00023.html (7,118 bytes)
3. re: Banjo Diffs (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 04 May 1995 10:01:00 -0500 (EST); NOW I know why an MG is a symphony of sounds! Banjo Differential Trumpet horns Brake drums Valves Universal joints (you know those musicians!) Timing SOMEBODY STOP HIM NOW !!!!!!!!! Colin WA1KWA brac; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00049.html (6,521 bytes)
4. re: Turn Signal Flasher (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 04 May 1995 10:24:00 -0500 (EST); To MARK5757@AOL.COM - My '74 has the same turn signal flasher location as the previous poster's '73, mounted more or less behind the glove box, biased to the left side, but actually mounted on the bu; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00050.html (7,356 bytes)
5. re: John Twist (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Mon, 08 May 1995 12:32:00 -0500 (EST); I, for one, think it is a great asset to have John Twist accessible here on the list. In my opinion, if there were more people doing the quality of work John does on MG's, we'd probably still be able; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00105.html (7,653 bytes)
6. re: Tops/SUs (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Wed, 17 May 1995 11:32:00 -0500 (EST); Regarding tops for my MGB, I've always had good luck with the relatively inexpensive AMCO tops, they have the snaps already on them, install easily. Mine's lasted 10 years, with no indication it need; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00277.html (6,828 bytes)
7. re: Throw-Out Bearing (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 18 May 1995 09:18:00 -0500 (EST); Maybe I'm revealing my age here, but I soaked my MGBs throwout bearing for a couple of weeks in a can of engine oil, has lasted a few years now, > 10,000 miles. Now, if one sits at a stop light with; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00300.html (6,806 bytes)
8. re: Heat Sheild (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 18 May 1995 14:14:00 -0500 (EST); Have you tried the MG Owners Club in Britain for you heat shield? Since the US-spec 1500s came with a single Zenith-Stromberg, this part would best be sourced in the UK. The MG Owners Club spares ph; /html/mgs/1995-05/msg00307.html (6,969 bytes)
9. re: Will Zehring (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Mon, 03 Apr 1995 15:40:00 -0500 (EST); My B heels over quite a bit, also, and I have a front sway bar. Of course, the grip from the 195/60 P6's contribute, too! I think the stock front bar is around 5/8", although you may need to drill t; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00018.html (7,650 bytes)
10. re: ! Cylinder MGB (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Tue, 04 Apr 1995 11:45:00 -0500 (EST); Hi Jon, Hmmmmm.... Dry #1 plug, but since #2's firing, the front carb is delivering gas. Rear is delivering gas, obviously. I have to agree with Lew Palmer, that this is an ignition problem. Try this; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00038.html (8,598 bytes)
11. re: Compliance (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Wed, 05 Apr 1995 09:58:00 -0500 (EST); Hi Glen, Re: your friends 1975 Midget. Have your friend contact Jaguar's US headquarters, which I believe is still in (correct me if I'm wrong) Leonia NJ. They are "custodians" of the MG and other ex; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00057.html (6,627 bytes)
12. re: Todd's Questions (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Wed, 05 Apr 1995 16:10:00 -0500 (EST); Hello (again) Todd, Answers to your questions: - Zip out windows in MGB's were from 1977 - on. Outside of originality, it's personal preference. All top frames from 1970 are the same "Michelotti" fra; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00064.html (7,428 bytes)
13. re: Charcoal Canister Hoses (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 06 Apr 1995 12:19:00 -0500 (EST); Hi Glenn, I replaced all those canister hoses on my '74 B, I just used standard vacuum hoses from any old jobber. Just take it off & take it in to your local NAPA or whatever, they'll have hoses that; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00094.html (6,638 bytes)
14. Lucas Joke (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 06 Apr 1995 14:12:00 -0500 (EST); OK Lew, here goes, I'm sure you have heard the Lucas corporate motto: A GOOD DAYS WORK AND HOME BEFORE DARK Colin WA1KWA bracec@a1.mgh.harvard.edu 74 MGB 73 BMW 3.0s; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00100.html (6,301 bytes)
15. re: Cowl Vent Trim (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Thu, 13 Apr 1995 12:09:00 -0500 (EST); I removed my cowl vent trim by: a). removing the center windshield wiper, b). prying it out with a screwdriver, blade swaddled in cloth to prevent scratches. I got the clips out with a magnetic parts; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00180.html (7,443 bytes)
16. re: Brake Pipes (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Tue, 18 Apr 1995 14:03:00 -0500 (EST); Let me echo Allen's comments on MGB brake pipes. I too, got mine from The Roadster Factory, and they exactly as Allen said. Glad I went with them. Peace of mind, if nothing else. Colin WA1KWA bracec; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00240.html (6,642 bytes)
17. re: Temp Gauge (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Wed, 19 Apr 1995 12:17:00 -0500 (EST); Lew Hosier, I agree with Jon on your temp gauge problem. Most likely culprit is the sending unit, you can check this with an ohm meter when cold and again when warm. Four hundred for a temp gauge? Wo; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00265.html (6,772 bytes)
18. re: Glenn - Chassis Paint (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Fri, 21 Apr 1995 10:36:00 -0500 (EST); Sounds like you REALLY need an EASTWOOD catalog! They have a product called "Chassis Black" that would fill the bill nicely for your requirements. Eastwood is a good outfit, I've used them many time; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00314.html (7,166 bytes)
19. re: Dashpot Oil (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Fri, 21 Apr 1995 15:20:00 -0500 (EST); OK, I'll weigh in on dashpot oil - I've used 3 in 1 oil eversince I've owned my MGB (11 years). Works for me. IMHO, the specific Dashpot oil is a rip-off. Michael Chaffee - Malaga is a nice color! Co; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00330.html (6,468 bytes)
20. re: Scarborough Faire (score: 1): Author: Colin Brace <BRACEC@A1.MGH.HARVARD.EDU>; Date: Tue, 25 Apr 1995 11:47:00 -0500 (EST); AH! Scaborough Faire! Wonder if she's changed her way of doing business in the last 11 years or so? Doesn't sound like it. My story; I was just starting down the road on my MGB rebuild, so I ordered; /html/mgs/1995-04/msg00394.html (7,367 bytes)

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