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41. RE: One Bummer of an MG Summer (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Wed, 2 Aug 2000 13:13:00 -0400
In early spring the local forcasters were saying that we were going to have 40+ 90 deg days. So far we have had one! They must have been listening to your forecasters and figured since the weather g
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00101.html (9,089 bytes)

42. RE: Odd starting problem (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 3 Aug 2000 15:35:49 -0400
I'd say a new fuel pump is in order, or will be shortly when the "whack" fails to work. Safety Fast! Gordie Bird 62 MGA 80 MGB 86 Audi 4kq
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00217.html (7,918 bytes)

43. RE: Odd starting problem (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 3 Aug 2000 15:41:31 -0400
I do believe it should work. I think the pressure has to be @ 3psi or less. The B I bought has a pressure regulator on it so I presume I have some sort of aftermarket pump. Check the MGA archives on
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00223.html (7,427 bytes)

44. RE: Storing Parts (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Mon, 7 Aug 2000 17:07:43 -0400
What about using the little bags of dessicant(?) that come with various elec components. I think the intended purpose is to absorb moisture. I know I have some small parts in plastic bags with these
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00483.html (8,138 bytes)

45. RE: Storing Parts (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Mon, 7 Aug 2000 17:43:58 -0400
Yeh, that's what I meant. Thanks Kimo Gordie
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00489.html (8,298 bytes)

46. RE: Tonneau Fastener (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 10 Aug 2000 10:20:24 -0400
Took a look at your doc and after fighting with my tonneau snap fasteners last night decided to give these chaps a call and order this unique part. Well, I don't know who I got on the phone, but he d
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00652.html (6,904 bytes)

47. RE: Installing Wood dash in MGA.....electrical question (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 11 Aug 2000 09:02:43 -0400
I recently found a spade terminal bent nearly 90deg at the base with a hole in it that would easily go over or screw on the "threaded stud". The terminal was actually off a generic replacement cigar
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00676.html (7,803 bytes)

48. RE: Brake fluid: Whats the deal? (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 08:56:18 -0400
Geez, I've been using DOT 4 for a couple of years in my A and since I got my B in Jan. Good brakes and no ill effects, so far. My guess, and it is only a guess, is that DOT 4 was not avail when said
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00910.html (7,234 bytes)

49. another victim (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 11:54:21 -0400
I took the neighbors out on a rally last weekend, let them drive the B, and now they are hooked. They are actively looking for either a CBB or 1600+ A. Found a 71 on eBay that they are interested in.
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg00991.html (6,479 bytes)

50. RE: Stopping rust (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 14:53:03 -0400
I use a product called Extend. I think it is made by the same company that makes Permatex. Comes in a spray can or small can for a brush. I put it on some small spots on my A 2 years ago and have ye
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01008.html (7,626 bytes)

51. removing shift knob (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 14:58:19 -0400
Frank, I'm not Bud, but I have it on good authority that Busty can be had through Ed from JustBrits. Gordie
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01012.html (7,234 bytes)

52. Dream Cruise (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 18 Aug 2000 13:43:30 -0400
Anybody going to be on Woodward Ave in Detroit tomorrow (Sat)? They claim it is the largest gathering of classic cars in the world. Shame it is mostly Amurrican iron. Personally idling up and down a
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01050.html (6,810 bytes)

53. RE: One off Ghia bodied A-H (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 13:01:36 -0400
Yup, it looks pretty good. I believe that the front end/headlights have a very strong resemblance to a picture of an A prototype in the MG pictorial book by David Knowles. I'll check when I go home u
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01257.html (6,928 bytes)

54. RE: TD engine & Oil Filter (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 15:55:04 -0400
Although this may not apply to a paper filter in a cannister, I found http://members.xoom.com/minimopar/oilfilterstudy.html quite informative. This guy did quite a bit of research on the various oil
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01276.html (8,261 bytes)

55. RE: MGA for Sale in NW PA. (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 24 Aug 2000 17:40:05 -0400
So, if I just head towards NW PA I'll find it no problem? It's THAT Well, I'm on my way as long as your original post also included the price.
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01416.html (6,567 bytes)

56. RE: Who really cares about my age? (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Thu, 24 Aug 2000 17:41:30 -0400
Yabut, what if it is what it's all about?
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01417.html (6,931 bytes)

57. signal lamp, MGA (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 25 Aug 2000 09:08:32 -0400
I may be mistaken (happens a lot) but doesn't the poster mean the bulb that goes in the dash to indicate that a turn signal is on? If he doesn't, then I guess I can ask that question as mine doesn't
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01466.html (7,418 bytes)

58. RE: kingpin seals gone on 62A (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 25 Aug 2000 09:15:06 -0400
I did this as described and I was able to get grease to more areas for sure. Thanks for the additional tip, I will try that too before this weekends journey. Gordie
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01469.html (8,025 bytes)

59. RE: TD engine & Oil Filter (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 25 Aug 2000 09:19:31 -0400
I have switched to Mobil 1 filters after reading the oil filter study at http://members.xoom.com/minimopar/oilfilterstudy.html. I agree (as does the study)that Fram does not appear to be the best cho
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01471.html (8,327 bytes)

60. RE: Anyone try to modify a B for a rear child's seat? (score: 1)
Author: Gordon Bird <gb@the-bdc.com>
Date: Fri, 25 Aug 2000 09:44:50 -0400
Ah, yup. Drove a brand new 80 B from Detroit to Winchester, VA, to Harpers Ferry, WV and back in '81 to attend NAMGAR GT-6 with my then 3yr old in her little fort behind the seats. I'd say we were p
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01474.html (8,198 bytes)


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