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321. re catalytic convertor (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 12:58:53 -0600; There are three studs holding the convertor to the manifold. Theoretically, if you remove the bolts, the convertor should come off. Howwever, the PO may have used a sealant. Be careful in how you rem; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00735.html (6,725 bytes)
322. RE; auto newbies (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 16:30:51 -0600; Try the local community college. Mine offers basic courses as well as courses in brakes (including ABS), OBD II, fuel injection, etc. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00801.html (6,379 bytes)
323. RE: 75# oil pressure (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 16:40:21 -0600; Sounds like the gauge is bad. When the car has sat overnight the gauge should read the ambient temp. The thermostate had no affect on the temperature of an engine after it sits all night. If you have; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00802.html (7,032 bytes)
324. Senate Bill S.1766, sec. 803 (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2002 08:38:19 -0600; For all MGers in the U.S. Please contact your Senator about the above bill. This bill will would federally fund state scrappage laws for vehicles more than 15 years old. It is sponsored by the follow; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00817.html (7,333 bytes)
325. RE: Ballast resistor (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2002 16:50:00 -0600; A ballast resistor is in the ignition system. It has no affect on the ignition light (why it's called ignition, I have no idea). You have a bad diode in the internal voltage regulator in the alternat; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00834.html (6,544 bytes)
326. RE: Lumenition Distributors (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 08:04:04 -0600; If the car is hard to start, I doubt a new distributor will help. The problem is most likely a breakdown in the plug wire insulation. Try replacing the wires first. It generally is not hard to instal; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00851.html (6,688 bytes)
327. Re: Too much fuel (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 08:32:35 -0600; You have a relatively common problem the occurs with HS carbs. One or both of then needle valves has stuck open. Remove the lid of the fuel bowl and inspect the valves. Replace them. Problem solved.; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg00922.html (6,755 bytes)
328. Re Tuning SU Carbs (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 09:07:40 -0600; Check for a vacuum leak. WHen the car is idling, take some carb cleaner spray and spray around the carb and manifold gaskets, and by the throttle shafts. If there is a leak you will notice a differen; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01008.html (6,465 bytes)
329. Re: Manifold Gasket (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 09:10:27 -0600; There is not trick on the manifold gasket, except to make sure the torques are The motor mount is a different story. You might be able to file down a wrench to fit between the steering shaft and the; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01010.html (7,133 bytes)
330. RE: Quick connect nipples (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 17:09:05 -0600; There are many places to get the nipples inexpensively. Try Sears, Walmart, Home Depot, Menards, Farm and Fleet, discount tool places, etc. Just be aware that there is more than one style, and they a; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01037.html (6,345 bytes)
331. RE; Can I come back (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2002 10:03:45 -0600; Most definately. Glad to have never lost you. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool ///; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01056.html (6,239 bytes)
332. RE; carb jet settings (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2002 11:01:56 -0600; The higher the jet, the leaner the mixture. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool ///; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01078.html (6,305 bytes)
333. Re: Pinion Gear (score: 1): Author: "Maynard Hirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2002 18:43:08 -0600; The pinion must be removed through the steering rack. Clean the shaft (dirt and grease prevent smooth movement and may damage the seal if forced). Do this by removing the plate on top of the rack. Ke; /html/mgs/2002-01/msg01104.html (7,276 bytes)
334. re:bloody breather gaskets (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 10 Dec 2001 15:33:25 -0600; I assume you mean the side cover gaskets. What you do is this: Clean off all the old gasket material and use either carb cleaner or brake cleaner to remove any old oil. Take RTV and put a thin layer; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00221.html (7,154 bytes)
335. Re Bloody breather gskets (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Tue, 11 Dec 2001 15:06:50 -0600; RTV stands for room temperature vulcanizing. It is a silicon rubber material. It comes in different temperature grades-usually black for low temp, blue for medium, red or copper for hightemps. It is; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00244.html (6,509 bytes)
336. Re: control loops (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 17:53:39 -0600; You may also want to check all the connections in the generator itself. I forgot which wire it is, but when it is loose, it causes strange things to happen, like blowing the indicator lamp. Maynard H; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00257.html (6,567 bytes)
337. Re: loose bonnet (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2001 09:55:42 -0600; Also check to see if the captive nut holding the pin is secure. I've had an aftermarket bonnet where the metal was too thin and fatigued resulting in a tear in the metal. The pin therefore was loose; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00482.html (7,604 bytes)
338. Re: Seat questions-now running in storage (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2001 10:00:53 -0600; I never run my car during the winter, unless it is to drive it on a clear and dry day. 20 minutes is not enough to thoroughly warm the engine, even with a fast idle. It takes about twenty to thirty m; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00483.html (7,316 bytes)
339. Re: Seat questions-now running in storage (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2001 11:49:59 -0600; I still beg to differ. An engine does not work hard when it is not driving a car. There is a company that demonstrates it's synthetic oil by running an engine drained of oil and with no coolant. The; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00485.html (7,149 bytes)
340. Re: exhaust question (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Tue, 25 Dec 2001 13:04:36 -0600; The stock exhaust comes out about equal to the end of the bumper. Are you sure it's coming into the car from there? It could be any of the following: 1. There could be a leak somewhere else. With the; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00524.html (6,981 bytes)

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