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121. Re: easy question? (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 14:56:09 -0700
On the '68 I looked at last weekend, it was facing so it could be read from the outside, I think that is standard. Skye /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.tea
/html/mgs/2002-06/msg00810.html (7,507 bytes)

122. Re: stellite or not (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 14:55:05 -0700
Hardened for use with unleaded fuel. Skye /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
/html/mgs/2002-06/msg00811.html (7,353 bytes)

123. Re: parts exchange (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 15:40:19 -0700
The 67 is pos ground (changed to neg & alt in 68) but many cars are converted to neg ground to make fitting radios, etc easier. Skye -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Experience www.m
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00017.html (7,083 bytes)

124. Re: weber question (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 2 May 2002 11:11:50 -0700
Yes, in fact it is overkill even on most modified engines. The size of the carbs is not the "bottleneck" in the MGB engine design; you would have to make substantial changes to the head, intake and e
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00044.html (8,674 bytes)

125. Re: weber question (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 2 May 2002 13:57:18 -0700
HIF4's flow a little better than HS4's and the integrated float bowl is less prone to fuel surge. However the biased needle design of HIF4's (and late HS4's) will eventually wear out the jet tube. Al
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00053.html (8,293 bytes)

126. Re: HIF4 needles (was Weber question) (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 2 May 2002 14:01:17 -0700
AAA is richer than AAU. There's a needle profile program around somewhere (probably on www.team.net) if you want the gory details AAA might be the right needle for you, its largely a matter of trial
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00054.html (7,963 bytes)

127. Re: drink holder (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 15:20:15 -0700
The ashtray is supposed to be between the gear shift and the speaker. The PO may have moved/removed it, though. There is nothing aft of the gear shift, and as this area is generally where your elbow
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00200.html (8,091 bytes)

128. Re: 1970 mgb, windshields (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 15:23:57 -0700
6" C-clamps help. Skye /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00201.html (6,485 bytes)

129. Re: XPower (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 15:27:27 -0700
Hey, that's cool how they combined the rubber-bumper nose with the GT40 hood (bonnet) aerodynamics :) Skye -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Experience www.mgbexperience.com (_o____o_
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00202.html (7,060 bytes)

130. Re: rattlin' an rollin' (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 9 May 2002 12:27:29 -0700
My car used to have terrible wheel and scuttle shake at various speeds but as I've replaced and fixed all the suspension and wheel problems they've all gone away. Well, there is still a slight scuttl
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00311.html (8,964 bytes)

131. Re: Confused by speeds stated (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 10:47:51 -0700
Yes, 100 mph, no problem, stock everything. Maybe its a chrome vs rubber bumper thing ;) Skye -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Experience www.mgbexperience.com (_o____o_) /// or try
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00355.html (8,502 bytes)

132. Re: Tach. accuracy??? (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 13 May 2002 11:20:34 -0700
You need an external tach gauge to calibrate (I have one built into my dwell meter). Set it up where you can see it from inside the car. Remove your tach, take it apart and there is a potentiometer o
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00420.html (8,284 bytes)

133. power bleeder (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 13 May 2002 19:06:23 -0700
Anyone tried the Motive Power Bleeder? http://www.motiveproducts.com/ I like that it has a built-in pump and a large capacity. If you've used it, what adapter works? Does the universal adapter 1101 w
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00424.html (6,766 bytes)

134. Re: Installing glass (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Mon, 13 May 2002 19:08:56 -0700
That said, be careful where you go. The "pros" did a pretty shabby job installing my new windshield. Skye /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00425.html (7,058 bytes)

135. Re: Two-tone MGB (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Tue, 14 May 2002 15:28:26 -0700
Two-tone schemes are common on Austin-Healey's, and would probably look more or less OK on an MGA, but I don't think it would translate well to the not-as-swoopy MGB. http://www.austinhealey.com/ Sky
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00445.html (7,715 bytes)

136. Re: Two-tone MGB (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 09:42:55 -0700
Here's a two-tone MGB GT rally car http://www.rhybudd.com/LFront102k1PPS.jpg -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Experience www.mgbexperience.com (_o____o_) /// or try http://www.team.n
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00496.html (8,135 bytes)

137. Re: More currency exchange - was Re: Getting GBP in US (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 09:55:33 -0700
Yes, most Canadian banks will cash US cheques, but they take forever to clear. The best way is PayPal, or failing that, a Postal Money Order Skye -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Exp
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00498.html (8,734 bytes)

138. Re: 1970 Blue Colours (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 09:59:38 -0700
Skye -- 1966 MGB - GHN3L Safety Fast! __,__\__ The MGB Experience www.mgbexperience.com (_o____o_) /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00500.html (7,401 bytes)

139. Re: 1970 Blue Colours (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 11:15:36 -0700
If you want a definative list of colours and years get this book, its an invaluable reference: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1870979486/themgbexperienc/ Skye -- "One knows the joke: The prou
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00514.html (7,938 bytes)

140. Re: twin 1 3/4" SUs on my B (score: 1)
Author: Skye Poier <skye@ffwd.cx>
Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 14:09:57 -0700
I have it on good authority that Eric's engine is NOT stock :) However, I too rolled my eyes when I saw "Weber DGV"..... Skye 66 B /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at htt
/html/mgs/2002-05/msg00585.html (7,583 bytes)


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