- 21. Re: LE front spoiler (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 4 Jul 1999 22:14:02 EDT
- The LE spoilers were originally bolted on. Drill clean holes and put a washer (fender washer) over the hole and you should have no problem with it either coming off or cracking. The double stick bac
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00167.html (6,417 bytes)
- 22. Re: MGB/Datsun ZX 5 Speed Conversion ??'s (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 4 Jul 1999 22:16:44 EDT
- Although I haven't done this personally, a guy in our local club here has. He likes the gearbox, due to the 5th gear ratio (.82 I believe). The only downer to the coversion is that first gear is rat
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00168.html (7,904 bytes)
- 23. Re: MGB/Datsun ZX 5 Speed Conversion ??'s (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 6 Jul 1999 07:51:43 EDT
- The gearbox he used was the 5-speed variety, obviously to obtain the 5th gear o/d ratio of .8:1. Eric Swanger
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00217.html (8,067 bytes)
- 24. Re: MGB/Datsun ZX 5 Speed Conversion ??'s (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 6 Jul 1999 08:03:29 EDT
- The guy didn't have an o/d gearbox in his B, just the standard 4-speed. He either didn't have access to an o/d box, didn't like the LH style o/d, or just wanted to do something a little different. I
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00218.html (8,343 bytes)
- 25. Re: MGB/Datsun ZX 5 Speed Conversion ??'s (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 7 Jul 1999 11:16:05 EDT
- You've got to rememeber that o/d boxes were a seldom ordered option here in the US. Based upon the cars I've owned (quite a few) I would estimate that o/d were installed in approximately 20% of the
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00257.html (8,700 bytes)
- 26. Re: MGB/Datsun ZX 5 Speed Conversion ??'s (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 7 Jul 1999 22:11:19 EDT
- There again, the C's were probably set up as such because of the larger displacement engine, theoretically having a better low end torque curve, even though this is arguable with the C. But, you're r
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00299.html (8,538 bytes)
- 27. Re: 1970 MGB Smog (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 1999 23:21:43 EDT
- First, the DGV probably is causing you some problems. Without getting too deeply involved (it's late and I'm sleepy) lean the carb out and put the air pump back on and you should do just fine. I hav
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00585.html (6,803 bytes)
- 28. Re: a/c thermostat needed (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 19 Jul 1999 22:47:49 EDT
- Get in touch with Vintage Air. I think they have a web site at www.vintageair.com, or something like that. They sell aftermarket kits mainly for muscle cars and 50's and 60's iron, but they use all
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01155.html (6,551 bytes)
- 29. Re: Two B questions-somoene's gotta know this (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 19 Jul 1999 22:55:57 EDT
- Off the top of my head, the minumum thickness for the rotor is about .3". In other words, you can usually turn them once, if you're lucky. Thank goodness they are cheap! On the front muffler, the 72
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01158.html (7,258 bytes)
- 30. Re: Stump the experts: MG not level (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 23:08:03 EDT
- Ahhhh, if only you could be so lucky as to find the Leprachans that left the gold bars hidden in your car. If you are so lucky, send them my way! I ran across this same phenomenom a few years back o
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01206.html (8,054 bytes)
- 31. Re: Dual SU conversion problem (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 23:12:04 EDT
- Anyway I look at it, you've got a float needle valve problem. It is possible that the car you're converting has an aftermarket fuel pump, possibly supplying too much pressure. Check that. But, the e
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01207.html (6,745 bytes)
- 32. Re: GT Brakes (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 09:24:28 EDT
- Just a note on your gearbox. Usually the culprit on the jumping-out-of-gear scenario is a weak detent spring, worn detent plunger (ball on the early cars), or a worn shifting fork rod. I always repl
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01301.html (6,560 bytes)
- 33. Re: (no subject) (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 26 Jul 1999 15:23:10 EDT
- Sure, we know how you Mac guys are with the porno! Eric Swanger MG's and stuff
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01502.html (6,500 bytes)
- 34. Re: Best year BGT (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 26 Jul 1999 23:02:51 EDT
- The best year BGT is the 67, say, like mine! British Racing Green, the works. 67 was the last year (according to purists) of the true British sports car, before export regulations started affecting t
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01529.html (7,606 bytes)
- 35. Re: Should I buy this MGB? semi-long (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 26 Jul 1999 23:18:36 EDT
- First, be aware of fresh paint jobs. Paint will hide anything - for about 6 months or so, then it all starts to come back. Tires are cheap, as are refinishing rostyles. Interior isn't cheap, but can
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01531.html (7,364 bytes)
- 36. Re: 'B Questions (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 27 Jul 1999 09:00:18 EDT
- Two quick and dirty methods for o/d ID. First, look at the engine #. Example 18v672Z is non-overdrive for 1973, while 18v673Z is for overdrive. Second, the overdirve circuit is controlled by a yello
- /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01550.html (7,509 bytes)
- 37. Re: Temp Guage etc - MGA (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 2 Jun 1999 08:06:50 EDT
- Been there, done that-recently! Nisonger Instruments (914)-381-1952 will rebuild both sides (oil & water) of your gauge for around $110. They have a three week turnaround time & a 1 year warranty. I
- /html/mgs/1999-06/msg00063.html (6,943 bytes)
- 38. Re: The VickyBrit Attitude. (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 12:46:23 EDT
- Right on Charley! I once ordered all components needed to rebuild a 1600 A motor. Everything was right except for the bearings. I ordered .010, and VB shipped .020's. I called them on the phone and t
- /html/mgs/1999-06/msg00746.html (8,792 bytes)
- 39. Re: electronic ignition (score: 1)
- Author: Ericsmgs@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 30 Jun 1999 22:34:44 EDT
- I've got an Allison unit on my MGA, and it works great. The box is somewhat of an eyesore, but the leads on it were long enough to hide it back up under the fender. Can't see it unless you're lookin
- /html/mgs/1999-06/msg01254.html (6,765 bytes)
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