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1. Re: my car stopped... (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 13 Oct 1998 08:39:17 -0400; Ken, have you ever cleaned out the gas tank? A friend of mine had a similar problem with his boat. The port engine would just quite for no explainable reason. We suspected that a piece of masking tap; /html/spitfires/1998-10/msg00222.html (10,592 bytes)
2. Re: fuse holder melted (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 01 Sep 1998 08:35:50 -0400; It's not the voltage. And it is probably not the fuse. I'll bet that the fuse holder is slightly corroded and the tangs have lost some tension over the years. When this happens you get an "ohmic" con; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00003.html (7,937 bytes)
3. Re: tranny tunnel (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 01 Sep 1998 15:44:27 -0400; If I recall correctly, TRF has the ABS tranny tunnel and a separate installation kit to go with it that includes mounting hardware (screws, washers) and gasket material. Vic Whitmore 76 Spitfire Thor; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00014.html (7,079 bytes)
4. Re: Insurance (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Wed, 02 Sep 1998 09:24:54 -0400; Andrew, if you don't use your car as a daily driver, I would suggest that you look at the Silver Wheels plan. I get similar coverage for less than half of yours. I also have a 76 Olds Delta 88 insure; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00023.html (9,032 bytes)
5. Re: Pictures of RUST (ouch) and rear brake lines (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Wed, 09 Sep 1998 09:03:31 -0400; Rick, it looks like things have progressed since your post about a month ago regarding dissolving the rust. I'd be very concerned if I had your situation. My approach would be to pull the body off th; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00170.html (9,020 bytes)
6. Re: Speedo changing speeds? (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Thu, 10 Sep 1998 09:53:47 -0400; I may be way out in left field on this one but the only way I think this could happen is for something to be slipping. A binding cable won't do it and you would notice the needle bounce if it was. Th; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00196.html (8,451 bytes)
7. Re: how to fix leaking top? (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 14:20:20 -0400; Kevin, your not alone. I, and lots of others have the same problem. On my way back home from the Roadster Factory Summerfest, I got drenched in a downpour. I had just replaced the seal. The only solu; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00233.html (8,420 bytes)
8. British Car Day (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 15 Sep 1998 09:24:32 -0400; For all the listers in reach of the Toronto area, the biggest British car show (possibly in North America) happens this weekend. Last year's event drew over 1000 LBCs of all descriptions. What a sigh; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00320.html (6,927 bytes)
9. Re: transmission covers etc. (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 09:05:49 -0400; Ryan, I have an ABS tunnel cover, bought from TRF in August last year. I've fabricated my own brackets in 1/8 aluminum to go all the way around the flange where the tunnel cover meets the firewall. T; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00445.html (9,505 bytes)
10. Re: 15th Annual British Car Day (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 09:28:47 -0400; Many thanks, Chris. Honestly, everyone, this is totally unsolicited. If I have anyone to thank (beyond my wifes patience), it is the Triumph and Spitfire mailing lists. When I got my car in April of; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00448.html (7,629 bytes)
11. Re: Red ignition light meaning (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 11:54:14 -0400; Joe, me thinks you have been visited by the Prince of Darkness. Your alternator is likely fried (assuming the battery is OK). Check the charging rate by conecting a voltmeter across the battery while; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00451.html (7,585 bytes)
12. KYB shocks (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 22:34:08 -0400; Has anyone had experience with KYB shocks for Spitfires? I'm interested in uprating my handling and I'm looking at alternatives. Do the KYBs have the same dimensions such as compressed and extended l; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00470.html (6,431 bytes)
13. Re: More data on glowing ignition light (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 22 Sep 1998 09:29:55 -0400; I second Nik's reply. I have had the same situation on mine. It barely goes and you notice more at night. However, I also have had the light come on bright but not as bright as when the ignition is t; /html/spitfires/1998-09/msg00477.html (9,228 bytes)
14. Re: Brake Bleed Pumps (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 18 Aug 1998 08:42:00 -0400; I love my Mighty Vac. I've done my whole brake system when I converted to silicon fluid. The same with the clutch circuit. I recommend that you check out Wal-Mart before ordering from Vicky Brit. It; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00368.html (7,267 bytes)
15. Re: Brown Color (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Fri, 21 Aug 1998 08:37:01 -0400; I've seen some brown Spits and they look very nice, especially when the paint looks good. But if you want to turn heads and get admiring looks, paint it a colour that appeals. BRG is for purists. Red; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00480.html (8,529 bytes)
16. Re: Cockpit heat (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 24 Aug 1998 16:49:49 -0400; I have the newer plastic trany tunnel and have insulated it with product for heating ducts. It is two layers of foil with plastic bubbles in between (just like bubble-wrap). It works great and is als; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00552.html (9,648 bytes)
17. Re: Cockpit heat (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Mon, 24 Aug 1998 16:55:48 -0400; Ray, some window sealant (dum-dum) and seall all the holes in the firewall where all the wiring and cables enter. If you do it from the inside, it won't show as much. Vic Whitmore 76 Spitfire Thornhi; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00553.html (8,773 bytes)
18. Re: Spitefire/GT-6 Dash (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Tue, 25 Aug 1998 08:30:45 -0400; The VTR web pages have a good description for re-finishing the dash but they recommend a paint stripper. Since you have used one or two, I don't know what else would help. I agree with you that you s; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00565.html (7,410 bytes)
19. Re: List archives (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Thu, 27 Aug 1998 08:58:54 -0400; Mark, that search is the most wonderful thing since sliced bread. I tried a few searchs and found lots of threads to review. It should be even better when the whole archive is available to search. Up; /html/spitfires/1998-08/msg00617.html (7,331 bytes)
20. Re: do we have a corner here ? (score: 1): Author: Vic Whitmore <vicwhit@idirect.com>; Date: Thu, 02 Jul 1998 08:40:28 -0400; My sentiments exactly. I whole heartly endorsed the passing of idle chatter...but do it among those that are interested. Not on the list. Vic Whitmore; /html/spitfires/1998-07/msg00031.html (7,120 bytes)

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