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21. Metal Models (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Tue, 7 Aug 2001 21:09:31 -0500; Brad, The models at Odd-Lots are recent units made in China and a poor sub for the originals!! I do have a spare red MK1/2 made in France by Solido and red in color. I had to buy two of them a few ye; /html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00125.html (7,051 bytes)
22. Firestone Recalls!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2001 20:54:23 -0500; John, I know you were making fun of the government, but you are right on!! If people would just read the limit range on their tires and check them periodically and keep them inflated in that range th; /html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00177.html (6,914 bytes)
23. Firestone Recalls (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 13 Aug 2001 21:41:37 -0500; Suzie, Terrible sorry to hear your Father is disabled and didn't mean to you in any way. I was just trying to make a point about how the government gets involved in areas that's none of their busines; /html/spitfires/2001-08/msg00192.html (6,639 bytes)
24. Hub Removal Tool (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2001 16:59:12 -0500; Joe, No need for a special tool to remove the hubs, just do as I did 10 years ago when I was restoring my MK1. Couldn't find a puller that would take them off, after all they were on there for 27 yea; /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00125.html (9,022 bytes)
25. New Big end bolts (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2001 12:04:06 -0500; Jeff, In my humble opinion, that's an old wives tale!! Just check the for cracks and threads for stress. I've rebuilt a 1296 and a 1147 engine and have used the original bolts without failure!! They; /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00155.html (7,036 bytes)
26. Dumb Question (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2001 12:08:25 -0500; Jeff, If the wooden spacers still fit in the slots without falling out, you may reuse them. If not, get out your Boy Scout knife and make your own!! Been there and done that!! Bill; /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00156.html (6,568 bytes)
27. Tight Brake Hub (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2001 20:30:21 -0500; Dave, One area has been overlooked thus far!! Trust me, I know. When the wear down, adjustment of the emergency brake cables is required to keep this unit in working order. When the shoes are replace; /html/spitfires/2001-07/msg00319.html (7,525 bytes)
28. Huh?? Rear sway bar?? (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2001 18:21:49 -0500; Brian, It's a great piece of equipment if you plan on using it just for Auto Cross racing!! Otherwise, forget it. It eliminates at least 90 % of the movement of the rear suspension and makes your Spi; /html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00422.html (7,491 bytes)
29. Re: Huh?? Rear sway bar?? (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2001 07:40:14 -0500; Sorry Nolan, It's long gone!! I shipped it to a guy on the West coast that building a Spitfire just to be used as a Auto Cross vehicle. I would never recommend a rear sway bar when the original type; /html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00438.html (7,589 bytes)
30. Dual SU setup on my MK1 (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Sat, 23 Jun 2001 11:50:36 -0500; Hope this may help you somewhat!!??? Bill McDevitt [demime 0.97c removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of Engine right.jpg]; /html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00463.html (6,567 bytes)
31. The Great American Race!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Sat, 23 Jun 2001 12:24:55 -0500; Chip, The next over night stop was Salina, Ks. and I also spent considerable time with Laura. Found she is a very lovable individual with a terrific personality!! We missed each other several times t; /html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00464.html (7,236 bytes)
32. Silicone (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Thu, 28 Jun 2001 20:11:03 -0500; Ward, I've had silicone in both systems for nine years now and have not experienced one speck of a problem to date!! Just removed the rear drums trying to find a squeak and the cylinders still look l; /html/spitfires/2001-06/msg00564.html (6,728 bytes)
33. Ebay Seller Question!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 7 May 2001 12:46:08 -0500; Jeff, Joe and List, Your recent experiences are very disappointing to me. I have been purchasing and selling parts for some time and have never been disappointed on the results of the transactions!!; /html/spitfires/2001-05/msg00101.html (7,568 bytes)
34. Spitfire engine performance guide!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2001 16:53:08 -0500; Jeff, That was a grand otology and I hope Paul accepts it as such!!?? I have never personally met either of you, however have had some great chat's with both. I found you both to be perfect gentlemen; /html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00219.html (6,629 bytes)
35. Dot "5" (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 22:51:54 -0500; My Mk1 has dot 5 in it since 1992 and have not experienced any type of problems at all!!! Bill McDevitt /// /// spitfires@autox.team.net mailing list /// To unsubscribe send a plain text message to m; /html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00301.html (6,528 bytes)
36. 1976 Radiator needed!!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 08:07:51 -0500; I have a friend in need of the above item for their Spitfire!! I also understand that the 1975 through 1978 radiators are all the same?? Any help will be appreciated. Thank you, Bill wmmk1@informatic; /html/spitfires/2001-04/msg00496.html (6,768 bytes)
37. Selling Title and ID plate!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2001 22:59:22 -0600; Totally legal!! We collectors collect everything!! What we do with them later, you will never know!! Bill; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00053.html (6,603 bytes)
38. Dealer or Factory installed Radio's??? (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 12:08:37 -0600; My 1964 MK1 has a positive ground "Triumph" radio in it!! Anyone know where it was installed?? Just curious. Bill McDevitt; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00164.html (6,690 bytes)
39. Re: Dealer or Factory installed Radio's??? (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 12:37:57 -0600; Howard, That's sick!! It's not quite noon time here in CST. Is it Happy hour already in your area?????? Bill; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00168.html (6,952 bytes)
40. Metal High Beam Switch!! (score: 1): Author: "BILL McDEVITT" <wmmk1@informatics.net>; Date: Thu, 22 Mar 2001 21:01:54 -0600; Right on Joe, My MK1 has the metal switch on the floor and works every time!! In addition, I'm using Halogen bulbs powered by the 37 year old generator!! You just can't beat this Lucas equipment.. Bi; /html/spitfires/2001-03/msg00601.html (6,420 bytes)

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