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1. Re: speaker installation (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 5 May 2002 09:30:01 -0500
I have a '77, and was able to install the speakers in the rear panel, the one that sits in front of the gas tank. Some careful measurements were required, as the speaker protrudes into the gap betwe
/html/spitfires/2002-05/msg00078.html (9,461 bytes)

2. Fwd: free? TR7 (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 25 May 2002 19:33:05 -0500
Hello all - Just got this little note in my e-mail, and thought someone on the list might well be interested. Don't know the owner, the car, etc., and don't know exactly where it's located - but you
/html/spitfires/2002-05/msg00496.html (8,241 bytes)

3. Re: Rear brake drums (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 27 Apr 2002 11:37:12 -0500
Not to be insulting, but - have you removed the two brake drum retaining screws that hold each drum onto the hub? (Sometimes we miss these things!) Also - sounds like you've done this already, but h
/html/spitfires/2002-04/msg00600.html (9,225 bytes)

4. Re: My Head is stuck (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 22:57:44 -0600
You haven't tried the rope trick yet! Put a few of the head nuts back on, but not very far. Remove the spark plugs and get some rope. Cut the rope into two pieces. Rotate the crank so that two cylin
/html/spitfires/2002-03/msg00518.html (8,668 bytes)

5. 1966 Spitfire for sale in central Iowa (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 3 Feb 2002 10:26:35 -0600
In today's Des Moines Register: Triumph 1966 Spitfire, convertible, hardtop, wire wheels, nice, $3,000 firm. 641.628.1700. The area code puts it in central Iowa, but not in the Des Moines area. NFI,
/html/spitfires/2002-02/msg00057.html (7,352 bytes)

6. RE: Hang on lads! (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 07:43:58 -0600
Which is ironic, considering a) some of the heaps you see roaring around, especially here in the rust-prone Midwest, and b) there is no nationwide standardized safety or emissions testing for cars al
/html/spitfires/2002-01/msg00221.html (8,205 bytes)

7. Re: Overdrive (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 21:05:30 -0600
I concur with Nolan - the adapter plate and the end piece of an overdrive unit are very different from one type of car to the next, so you likely can't just take an overdrive off a Volvo and slap it
/html/spitfires/2001-12/msg00004.html (9,707 bytes)

8. Re: Engine cutting out (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2001 13:27:37 -0600
Will -- I would suggest looking for faults in the electrical system - you may well have a broken wire in the ignition system. Could also be a faulty ignition switch in the steering column, or a corro
/html/spitfires/2001-11/msg00420.html (8,863 bytes)

9. Re: wheel bearings (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Mon, 15 Oct 2001 20:15:38 -0500
A drift is simply a rod made of relatively soft metal that one uses to put between the hammer and the object you wish to hammer on. It prevents (or at least reduces the possibility of) damage to the
/html/spitfires/2001-10/msg00359.html (10,474 bytes)

10. 1972 Spit for sale in Iowa (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 27 Oct 2001 08:19:26 -0500
In today's Des Moines Register: "Triumph 1972 Spitfire, project or parts car, $300. 515-963-9278" NFI, don't know the car - just passing the info along. The area code would put it in central Iowa. Da
/html/spitfires/2001-10/msg00593.html (7,211 bytes)

11. Re: carb conversions (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 1 Sep 2001 20:05:37 -0500
Yes - and no. Depends on the size of the engine, among other things. Carbs have to be sized appropriately to the motor. If one were to put a pair of really stinkin' big SUs on a Spitfire motor, I wo
/html/spitfires/2001-09/msg00020.html (8,338 bytes)

12. cars for sale in Iowa (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 5 Aug 2001 13:57:39 -0500
These two ads are in today's Des Moines Register: 1974 Spitfire, soft and hard top, runs great, must sell, $4000. 515.321.8086. 1974 TR6, 67K, new top and interior, runs great! $5900. Ashworth Auto 5
/html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00110.html (7,232 bytes)

13. Some misc. Spit parts for sale (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 5 Aug 2001 14:57:13 -0500
Every time I visit home, my dad sends me off with another box of junk from a 1979 Spitfire I parted out a long time ago. I'm running out of room to keep it all, and I don't need most of it, so I'm ma
/html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00116.html (9,840 bytes)

14. Two Triumphs for sale in Iowa (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Wed, 6 Jun 2001 08:43:28 -0500
No, not my two Triumphs. These are listed in today's Des Moines Register: '78 Spitfire, low miles, good condition, $4,000. 515.964.2244. '71 TR6, red, black interior, nice original car, 65,000 miles,
/html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00114.html (7,484 bytes)

15. passel o' Triumphs for sale in Iowa (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2001 09:57:38 -0500
In today's Des Moines Register: 1971 TR6, red, black interior, nice original car, 65,500 miles, extra parts/tires, $9,500. 319-396-9773. 1968 Spitfire, fair condition, $2,500/offer. 515-827-5308. 196
/html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00192.html (7,267 bytes)

16. Re: Pre-Bent brakelines for Spit (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Wed, 30 May 2001 10:00:56 -0500
Frank et al -- Check out http://www.classictube.com/frames/4/index.html They have lines available in stainless or regular steel, pre-bent, for a wide range of cars. One spot on their site lists the m
/html/spitfires/2001-05/msg00816.html (7,912 bytes)

17. Re: Electrical Faults - '77 Spitfire 1500 (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2001 15:37:56 -0500
Mike -- One thing that comes to mind is a poor electrical ground. This might explain why you're able to get things to work while the vehicle is moving - the vibration brings things into contact. I w
/html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00218.html (9,814 bytes)

18. Re: 18...Do I hear 19 (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2001 23:13:13 -0500
There are a lot of things I'd check before messing more with the carbs ... as was just quoted on the Triumph list, carburettor problems are generally "90% electrical, 9% fuel, 1% mechanical". Do you
/html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00346.html (9,492 bytes)

19. Re: Testing the patience of the group (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Sat, 28 Apr 2001 11:23:00 -0500
David -- I don't think you're going to annoy the group at all - that's what we're here for (among other things!). Ideally, yes, the car should be level when the transmission is filled. Perfection in
/html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00703.html (9,894 bytes)

20. Fwd: 1980 HARDTOP SPITFIRE FOR SALE (score: 1)
Author: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 11:28:53 -0600
This was sent to me this morning. I don't know the gentleman or the Please reply to seller at mailto:BEII2121@aol.com Dan [Unable to display image] HI, I'M SELLING AN 1980 HARD TOP SPITFIRE -- 90KMIL
/html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00165.html (7,083 bytes)

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