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41. re: Stupid Tuning Question (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Fri, 15 Sep 95 20:12:21 -24000
Re: popping during shifting One of the symptoms of a EGR system diaphragm being stuck is popping during sudden engine decels (like during shifting). Use the eraser end of a pencil or other blunt inst
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00337.html (7,709 bytes)

42. Yet another alternator question (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Fri, 15 Sep 95 20:16:54 -24000
I asked this question at the end of another long message and got no replies. I'll try again. 1979 MGB w/Lucas Alternator has two ports for plugs in back. One is the three-wire plug. The other is a si
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00338.html (6,745 bytes)

43. re: Re: rad. bushing blowout! (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 18 Sep 95 6:53:53 -24000
I recently bought two '79 MGB's for combining into one working car. The first had a block stuffed between the large upper radiator hose and the sensor to keep it in. The second car's PO evidently had
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00391.html (7,757 bytes)

44. MGB Starter Questions (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 18 Sep 95 7:16:48 -24000
The fuel tank is being cleaned, and I installed a spare alternator, so yesterday I tackled the starter. The starter being removed has the two main connections on the solenoid, plus one spade connecti
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00392.html (6,824 bytes)

45. Black w/red piping MGB Upholestery? (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 18 Sep 1995 13:56:58 -0600
Forwarded to: internet[mgs@autox.team.net] Comments by: Sean Johnson@EngiDev@CM_PMD -- [Original Message] -- Does anybody sell the black MGB upholstery with the red piping in vinyl? I dont' want to s
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00406.html (6,642 bytes)

46. re: Thermostat Cover Removal (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Tue, 19 Sep 95 9:32:34 -24000
I think you're going to have to use a blue-tipped wrench (i.e. a torch) to heat the frozen- up thermostat cover, and hopefully loosen it. You can also try heating the studs afterwards. You also might
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00427.html (7,150 bytes)

47. The Universals are Installed! (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 20 Sep 95 22:03:06 -24000
I got the new universal for the front of my drive shaft yesterday, and installed it tonight. Getting bearing caps in is certainly easier than getting them out! Only one minor problem: The zerk grease
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00499.html (7,610 bytes)

48. re: Indy British Motor Days (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Fri, 22 Sep 95 7:11:56 -24000
Indy British Motor Days Sept 22-24 Indiana Military Museum Northwest side of Indy; from the 465 loop: Take 71st street exit, west to Marsh Road, then North eight blocks Accomodations: Special rates a
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00559.html (7,131 bytes)

49. MGF & 50-somethings (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Fri, 22 Sep 95 10:28:21 -24000
Regarding the MGF and why the buyers are 50-ish rather than 30-ish: I'm 33 year old professional male, so I suppose I fit into some kind of "demographic" that should buy new sports cars. I also work
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00567.html (7,920 bytes)

50. Timing mark visibility (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 25 Sep 95 7:26:59 -24000
While shining timing pointers with the Dremel is a good idea, here's another: Use white-out (typewriter correction fluid) to mark the pointer and desired timing mark. It makes things MUCH more visibl
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00591.html (6,154 bytes)

51. re: MGB convertible top (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 25 Sep 95 11:19:56 -24000
The best way to prevent soft top damage is to prevent sharp folds in the top (getting it caught between the bows when the top is dropped, for example). Other than that, the best thing to do is keep t
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00598.html (7,715 bytes)

52. re: MGB brakes (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 27 Sep 95 11:15:17 -24000
I've torn down a number of brake systems over the years, and the amount of rust and gunk that can accumulate in various places makes me a firm believer in regular fluid changes. When brake cylinder p
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00656.html (7,999 bytes)

53. MGB Propeller Shaft Universal Question (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 27 Sep 95 12:56:21 -24000
I got no responses on this last time, so I'll rephrase and try again: BACKGROUND: '79 MGB Existing front universal had a lube fitting, the rear was sealed The Owner's manual and the maintenance items
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00658.html (8,068 bytes)

54. re: silly part name (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Fri, 29 Sep 95 10:48:37 -24000
Where can I get a copy of the "Laws for British Cars?" thanks, Sean Johnson
/html/mgs/1995-09/msg00732.html (7,105 bytes)

55. Reaming of kingpin bushings (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 2 Aug 95 10:17:05 -24000
I'm removing the entire suspension/crossmember assembly from an MGB I'm stripping. I'd like to refurbish it and install it on my (hopefully soon to be running) MGB. The catalogs note that the bushing
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00031.html (6,559 bytes)

56. MGB Suspension Upgrades (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 9 Aug 95 12:41:46 -24000
I've got a spare front susupension I'm planning to rebuild and install in my '79 MGB. I'd like to mildly upgrade the suspension without making the car too uncomfortable for the average passenger. At
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00155.html (7,153 bytes)

57. Wheel options for MGB (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Thu, 10 Aug 95 23:18:24 -24000
I seem to remember a week or so ago that somebody was looking for tire options and wheels from other manufacturers that would fit a MGB; the intent being to use 15" wheels without paying the $$$ to V
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00192.html (7,047 bytes)

58. o/d transmissions (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Wed, 16 Aug 95 15:20:30 -24000
Since there seems to be some interest, I know a guy with several MGB overdrive transmissions in the $400 range (don't know years): Randy Balough 226 Kirby Road Lebanon, OH 45036 (30 mi north of Cinci
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00331.html (6,614 bytes)

59. Painting rubber bumpers (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 21 Aug 95 7:05:35 -24000
While I'm not thrilled about painting a rubber bumper (the concerns about cracked paint due to parking lot dings are legitamate) I'm a whole lot less thrilled about paying $700 for a new bumper. [sli
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00419.html (8,146 bytes)

60. re: 77 mgb backfire (score: 1)
Author: "Sean Johnson" <sean_johnson@milacron.com>
Date: Mon, 21 Aug 95 14:16:33 -24000
I don't know how your evaporative carbon trap hoses are connected, but if the anti-run on valve has been removed from the circuit (mounts next to the windshield washer tank) you may get what is usual
/html/mgs/1995-08/msg00451.html (6,938 bytes)


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