- 201. Re: Question about Magnette... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sun, 19 Jul 1998 15:01:39 -0700
- The Magnettes use a 'fuzz' that has no rubber seal on it, I thought the MGB's is both trim and door seal is it not? The 'Austin' doors of the Magnette carry the dust seal. A Magnette has four doors,
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01012.html (8,150 bytes)
- 202. Re: R:Oil leaking out of speedo cable (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sun, 19 Jul 1998 19:44:32 -0700
- If a 'B' series is not leaking oil, its empty; that goes for the 'A' series as well. Bit like the XPAG, if its not clattering, its not running!!! Neil
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01026.html (9,013 bytes)
- 203. Another joke..... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Mon, 20 Jul 1998 21:40:36 -0700
- Dear All, Seeing as how you all love to completely pull a joke to bits, then re-assemble it after its inspection, ( a bit like running a MG?) here is another;- There was an English, Australian, and a
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01087.html (7,027 bytes)
- 204. Re: Front shocks 61 MG Midget (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 06:44:47 -0700
- Dear Joe, The front dampers on the Midget are Armstrong units, identical to those used on the British Aistin A30, A35 and A40 Farina. All that goes wrong with them is the seals wear away, and they le
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01104.html (7,642 bytes)
- 205. Re: Another joke..... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 06:48:25 -0700
- I have nothing against Aussies at all, its just I remembered those odd jokes. The only thing I hold against OZ is sending ROLF HARRIS to the UK. Neil
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01105.html (7,566 bytes)
- 206. Re: Another joke..... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 14:05:05 -0700
- " OH NOOOoooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!" Life is just a big confidence trick. Murray has ruined my day. Neil
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01110.html (7,373 bytes)
- 207. Re: speedo cable (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 19:08:50 -0700
- Thats exactly how I use to lubricate the front brake, clutch cable, and rear brakes on the majority of ancient, ( well worn,) motorcycles I ran. It is very important to CLEAN OFF the oil from the las
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01133.html (8,023 bytes)
- 208. Re: FYI - Just a reminder... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Jul 1998 19:22:52 -0700
- " Even the badge engineered ones" !!!!!!!!!! The front suspension of the MGA and MGB is based on that designed for the 1938 Morris Ten HP saloon, MG used it in its saloon after WW2 in the 'Y'. The en
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01134.html (7,826 bytes)
- 209. Re: FYI - Just a reminder... (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Wed, 22 Jul 1998 07:34:19 -0700
- Ben, I was not having a dig at you, but at the 'term' used. You actually make my point with those particular models. All had engines especially developed for them;- The MG 1300 Metro's 1275 'A' serie
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01171.html (8,233 bytes)
- 210. Future Farina Magnette?? (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Wed, 22 Jul 1998 17:10:12 -0700
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- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01185.html (11,583 bytes)
- 211. Re: 77B (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1998 15:17:36 -0700
- Definitely THREE and you are over the edge.......... Neil
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01243.html (7,752 bytes)
- 212. Re: What is a Landcrab (was NAMGBR question) (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1998 15:27:09 -0700
- LANDCRABS, They used the five main bearing 'B' series, and was the reason BMC could afford to give such an engine to the MGB, the 18GB unit. I use to drive the ADO17 as it was known, as taxis in the
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01244.html (7,864 bytes)
- 213. Rockers, & Heads, 'B' series. (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1998 21:52:04 -0700
- According to details I have:- 1962 to 1970, MGB cylinderheads were casting number 48G318, with a 1.562" dia inlet valve, ( 18G through to 18GG) double valve springs. 1970 to 1975 they were 12H2708, (
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01256.html (7,315 bytes)
- 214. Re: Rockers, & Heads, 'B' series. (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 07:35:40 -0700
- Dear John, I physically have a 12H2708 head, and a tatty 12H4735 in the garage, so can check them. The number you quote needed more effort. My younger brother has a 1964 'pull-handle' MGB with a 18GB
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01282.html (9,154 bytes)
- 215. Re: Rockers, & Heads, 'B' series. (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 13:31:05 -0700
- Yes, the USA spec engines had different heads, the MGB sold on the European market used the 1800 Landcrab & later Marina head. Those for the states had terrible things like air pumps, etc. My HAYNES
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01288.html (8,562 bytes)
- 216. Re: Oversized throttle shaft in SUs...(64 MGB) (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sat, 25 Jul 1998 08:22:57 -0700
- I did just this to my twin SU HD4's four years ago, using a kit from Burlen Fuel Services of Swindon, UK. I micrometered the outer diameter of the new bushes, drilled out the holes with a drill a few
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01342.html (8,022 bytes)
- 217. MG's & Landcrabs (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sat, 25 Jul 1998 10:32:40 -0700
- It has been noticeable that some of your MG history knowledge is a bit suspect. So, here is a history lesson for you. Sit still that boy at the back with the MGA! Read no further if you already know
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01343.html (8,861 bytes)
- 218. Cracked Cylinderheads (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sat, 25 Jul 1998 18:53:19 -0700
- Who ever sent the mail about all 'B' heads cracking, I lost it!!! Anyway, I agree, but some heads are worse than others. The early Mini with its 850cc 'A' series was a terror for cracking its head be
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01364.html (7,246 bytes)
- 219. Re: MG's & Landcrabs (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Sun, 26 Jul 1998 16:16:53 -0700
- This serves me right for using the name Landcrab in the first place.... The Princess and Ambassador (ADO71) used the same underframe as the 1800, it was a 'wedge-shaped' facelift, and I think better
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01408.html (8,093 bytes)
- 220. Re: Why do Miata's have their tops up? (score: 1)
- Author: neil.cairns@virgin.net
- Date: Mon, 27 Jul 1998 06:58:00 -0700
- snip 1) What on earth is a Miata???? 2) I gave up my '66 Midget because of its poor leg-room. Neil
- /html/mgs/1998-07/msg01437.html (8,857 bytes)
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