- 21. Re: oil everywhere (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Mon, 3 Jun 2002 20:17:50 -0400
- Actually,I believe after real seals were added to the trans,O.D. trans still used the scroll. The bellhousing is different,and the input shaft is different. I found this out when I had to replace th
- /html/spitfires/2002-06/msg00042.html (7,895 bytes)
- 22. Re: Ignition resistor? (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2002 20:30:07 -0400
- I believe the resistor that you are talking about is part of the Lucas "Opus" system, it is called a drive resistor and is located outside of the ignition module because of the size and heat. I beli
- /html/spitfires/2002-06/msg00245.html (7,396 bytes)
- 23. Re: Fuses (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 20:39:42 -0400
- Mike,and everyone else, Please beware. Lucas fuses are rated differently from U.S. fuses. A Lucas 35 amp fuse says 17 amp continous. This is equivilant(sp) to a 17 amp "BUSS" fuse. A 35 amp"BUSS" fus
- /html/spitfires/2002-05/msg00256.html (7,166 bytes)
- 24. Re: Back on-line (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 22:02:31 -0400
- Welcome back!! Bob Harris /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
- /html/spitfires/2002-05/msg00397.html (6,547 bytes)
- 25. Re: Indicator problem (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 17 Apr 2002 20:10:56 -0400
- Is your steering rack centered ? Check turns lock to lock,(should be 3 3/4) Turn back from either lock 1 7/8 turn (half of 3 3/4) wheels should be straight. If not,you need to adjust. Good Luck, Bob
- /html/spitfires/2002-04/msg00437.html (6,989 bytes)
- 26. Re: Removing handbrake grip from spitfire 1500 (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2002 16:45:07 -0500
- Using a large crescent wrench,just behind the handle,so it just hits the plastic. Strike sharply with a hammer. It takes more force than you would think (at least mine did) I also used some penetrat
- /html/spitfires/2002-03/msg00367.html (7,271 bytes)
- 27. Re: Plug welding holes in sheet metal. (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 15 Mar 2002 16:30:30 -0500
- I am no welder,but work in a fab shop,and have seen a man repairing old tractor headlight buckets that were rusted through. He used copper,I believe. Hope this helps, Bob Harris /// spitfires@autox.
- /html/spitfires/2002-03/msg00397.html (8,563 bytes)
- 28. ARP head studs (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 19:21:07 -0500
- Does anyone know the correct part number for head studs for a Spitfire 1500? Also,are there 2 longer studs for the lifting plate? Thanks, Bob Harris /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or
- /html/spitfires/2002-03/msg00532.html (6,865 bytes)
- 29. Head studs (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 21:52:43 -0500
- Sorry I wasn't very clear in my last post. I am looking for the ARP part number for head studs for a 1500. ARP lists p/n ARP-206-4203 for Triumph Spitfire,but I am not sure if it is for early(11 stu
- /html/spitfires/2002-03/msg00536.html (6,758 bytes)
- 30. Re: bonnet gaps and rubbers? (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 17:20:50 -0500
- There are 2 pieces of folded rubber strip,approx 11/2" long that are held to the bonnet lip with metal clips They are P/N 632020-rubber strip P/N 632030-clip The last I knew,the metal clip was not a
- /html/spitfires/2002-01/msg00161.html (8,145 bytes)
- 31. Re: engine probs? (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2002 11:45:03 -0500
- How are your motor mounts? Bob Harris /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool
- /html/spitfires/2002-01/msg00196.html (6,622 bytes)
- 32. Comp. Manual (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 19:26:40 -0500
- I seem to remember seeing a posting of the Spitfire 1500 competion Manual,but cannot remember where. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Bob Harris /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http:
- /html/spitfires/2001-12/msg00156.html (6,495 bytes)
- 33. Re: my carbs - update (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 22:06:10 -0500
- Is it possible that the throttle discs are backwards? I believe there is a slight angle built into the O.D. of the discs so that there is a flat sealing edge when the throttle is closed.(when closed
- /html/spitfires/2001-11/msg00140.html (7,387 bytes)
- 34. Re: Sorting out carb parts (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2001 22:37:23 -0500
- I believe that in the Bentley manual is shown a test of piston to dashpot clearance.Plugging the air holes on the bottom of the piston and timing how long ot takes for the piston to drop to the bott
- /html/spitfires/2001-11/msg00142.html (7,046 bytes)
- 35. Re: RE: Steering Wheel Alignment Question (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 21 Nov 2001 17:31:30 -0500
- If you remove the "plug" at the steerng gear,there is a divot in the rack at the centered position.according to the Bentley manual. I have checked it on my '76 and it is indeed there. Bob Harris ///
- /html/spitfires/2001-11/msg00394.html (7,999 bytes)
- 36. Re: Was Soft-Top Retainer - now luggage rack (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 27 Nov 2001 18:26:37 -0500
- I too have noticed water "in" my deck lid,I removed the small rubber bumpers at the rear corners so it can drain easier. I have never had a luggage rack,I think the water runs into the channel aroun
- /html/spitfires/2001-11/msg00442.html (7,619 bytes)
- 37. Re: Tips on replacing manifold gasket (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2001 21:39:42 -0400
- FWIW,I've read that it is imperative to replace the lockwashers every time you loosen the nuts on a intake/exhaust manifold in order to not destroy the gasket. I have re-used the lockwashers and not
- /html/spitfires/2001-10/msg00112.html (7,022 bytes)
- 38. Bolt sizes (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 15 Aug 2001 21:58:59 -0400
- Would anyone know where I can find a guide to bolt sizes by numbers? I'm sure that somewhere I've seen a "code" as to the factory part numbers,translated to diameter and lenght,but cannot remember wh
- /html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00219.html (6,730 bytes)
- 39. Re: Looking for Drive Resister (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 4 Jul 2001 08:13:53 -0400
- The drive resister is part of the ignition system and I believe the stock location is off of a bracket that holds a valve from the air injection system,and is bolted to the dist. it has a wire at bo
- /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00061.html (7,206 bytes)
- 40. Re: motor front plates - 73 versus 77 (score: 1)
- Author: "Gwen Harris" <gharris@rochester.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 8 Jul 2001 13:30:40 -0400
- I would double check around the drivers side top,there may be a difference for mounting the air pump. If you are not using an air pump,this would not matter. Good Luck, Bob Harris
- /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00138.html (6,924 bytes)
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