- 41. Re: MGB for sale (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2004 18:07:16 -0700 (PDT)
- I could be wrong, but I don't think that's a works hardtop. I think it's a "SnugTop" brand or similar... == Paul Misencik - 1971 MGB - www.sopwithracing.com THE CAROLINA TROPHY - 2005 A vintage drivi
- /html/mgs/2004-08/msg00291.html (7,035 bytes)
- 42. 1974.5 MGB (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2004 18:20:01 -0700 (PDT)
- I finally talked a buddy into buying an MGB, and he picked up a 1974.5 car. When replacing one of the radiator hoses, he found it difficult to get the right part from the usual sources, and although
- /html/mgs/2004-08/msg00292.html (7,906 bytes)
- 43. Re: List confusion (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Fri, 27 Aug 2004 07:54:19 -0700 (PDT)
- Next time someone gives you crap about a Spridget, take them to the race track to watch an event. SCCA, Vintage... it doesn't matter. The Spridget kicks butt out there, and it does so for the exact s
- /html/mgs/2004-08/msg00399.html (9,297 bytes)
- 44. Re: Steering Wheel for '66B (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Fri, 2 Jul 2004 08:03:08 -0700 (PDT)
- My concern with the used ones is that they could have damage or cracks in the bakelite around where the spokes attach. That can make it a real bear to repair. Unless the seller of the used one sounds
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00016.html (8,324 bytes)
- 45. Re: [MG-MGB] Roadster vs. Tourer Academics (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Fri, 2 Jul 2004 08:13:37 -0700 (PDT)
- I agree as well, although just to throw a dab of mud in the water, there are a few instances where even the factory used the term "roadster" to describe the MGB. In fact, I'm pretty sure the British
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00017.html (7,580 bytes)
- 46. Re: Your OTHER cars (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Wed, 7 Jul 2004 17:56:51 -0700 (PDT)
- A 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. Not a bad car, really. But if I were going to buy another Alfa, it would probably be a GTV 1750. We also own a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, but it's about as fun as g
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00108.html (10,540 bytes)
- 47. Re: Your OTHER cars (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 12:03:39 -0700 (PDT)
- They are also an absolute HOOT to drive. I'm not that into modern sports cars any more, but the twin-turbo RX7 is one of the most tossable, enjoyable, least-intimidating fast cars I have driven in a
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00123.html (9,028 bytes)
- 48. Re: Modifications, was: moss supercharger (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 13:41:31 -0700 (PDT)
- Yes, it was a great car. Unfortunately, "was" is the operative word here. Check out the last entry on that site: http://www.rhybudd.com/LastPhoto.jpg == Paul Misencik - 1971 MGB - www.sopwithracing.c
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00126.html (7,324 bytes)
- 49. Re: Your OTHER cars (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 16:28:12 -0700 (PDT)
- A buddy and I were talking the other day about project cars we'd like to build. Just kinda BSing... I was going on and on about how I wanted to build a car to compete at the Bonneville Salt Flats one
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00132.html (9,453 bytes)
- 50. Re: Seeking List Comments (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 19:51:09 -0700 (PDT)
- I defintely wouldn't go oval. It's too modern. My gut says "A", but maybe "B" if it's done well. I would have said "C", but the 350Z reference threw me a little. That sucker is BIG. What about an opt
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00140.html (8,082 bytes)
- 51. Re: Totally self-gratifying post... (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2004 20:23:23 -0700 (PDT)
- Wow. What a fantastic site! You must be so psyched to get that "A" back on the road! Way to go!!! == Paul Misencik - 1971 MGB - www.sopwithracing.com THE CAROLINA TROPHY - 2005 A vintage driving even
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00177.html (7,726 bytes)
- 52. Wire wheels vs. disc (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2004 20:38:32 -0700 (PDT)
- Some months back, we got into a lively debate about the merits of wire wheels vs. disc wheels in competition cars of the 1950's and 1960's. As I recall, there were all sorts of things posited as to w
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00180.html (7,682 bytes)
- 53. SU float bowls flooding (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2004 08:08:37 -0700 (PDT)
- I know this has been talked about ad nauseum, but the archives are so packed with SU entries I can't find the answer I'm looking for: I have a 1971 MGB with HS4 carbs. The carbs were "professionally
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00197.html (8,176 bytes)
- 54. Re: SU float bowls flooding (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2004 08:56:45 -0700 (PDT)
- Thanks, I'll check it out. Can I pull that float chamber apart without removing anything else? Is there anything tricky in the procedure? Anything in particular that I'll be looking for? Yes, which i
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00199.html (9,149 bytes)
- 55. Re: SU float bowls flooding (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2004 09:49:44 -0700 (PDT)
- The shop is called "My MG Import Shop", on Statesville Road in Charlotte, NC. I notice they are listed on a lot of the "MG Repair Shop" lists I see on the internet, so beware. The place is full of ol
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00205.html (8,783 bytes)
- 56. Re: SU float bowls flooding (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2004 10:16:19 -0700 (PDT)
- I love this idea. Because I've had a lot of good experiences too, especially with eBay sellers. And I'm dying to find a good shop in the greater Charlotte area. Maybe not even an MG specialty place,
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00207.html (8,847 bytes)
- 57. Re: SU float bowls flooding (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2004 19:12:48 -0700 (PDT)
- Thanks to all for help with the float bowl. I'm not sure exactly what the problem was, but I took the cover off, sprayed an ocean of carb cleaner in the bowl, checked that the float was moving freely
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00219.html (8,208 bytes)
- 58. Exhaust notes (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Sun, 11 Jul 2004 13:22:58 -0700 (PDT)
- I know we've been talking about exhaust notes and which onces are appealing, and on related note, I have a question about MGB intake sounds. My MGB has standard 1 1/2" HS4 carbs, which are fitted wit
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00225.html (7,182 bytes)
- 59. Re: MG shop near Charlotte, NC (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Mon, 12 Jul 2004 10:10:41 -0700 (PDT)
- I emailed Evan, and he is scheduled to rebuild the front suspension on my 1971 MGB next week. He seems like a great guy, and very knowledgeable. Incidentally, he is charging me $310 to do the job, in
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00255.html (7,175 bytes)
- 60. MGB trailer hitch (score: 1)
- Author: "Paul M." <rowman22001@yahoo.com>
- Date: Tue, 13 Jul 2004 11:47:43 -0700 (PDT)
- A buddy of mine finally took my advice and picked himself up a 1975 MGB tourer. It's a good car, and he's been all through the "post purchase" inspection phase and is very confident in the car. He's
- /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00280.html (7,485 bytes)
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