- 21. Bugeye Washer Pump (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 11 Aug 1999 01:49:38 EDT
- Just thought I'd take a chance and post in hopes of finding this part. I have located a pump with no handle, and Trevor was kind enough to offer a later model pump. Does anyone on this list have a pu
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00377.html (6,729 bytes)
- 22. Re: Fuel Tank Sealers - are they good? (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 11 Aug 1999 03:52:59 EDT
- I'ver heard stories both ways. But, as with any type of finish, preparation is the key. If you shortcut this step, I'm sure you will have things peeling in no time. If on the other hand you pay clos
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00379.html (7,719 bytes)
- 23. Bugeye horn and clutch roller bearing (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 16:15:32 EDT
- Just working on the same problem last night. Installing a Moto-Lita in the Bugeye as part of ground-up work. We found that the steering column was not grounded to the car. Seems like in my clean, pa
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00550.html (8,819 bytes)
- 24. Re: PCV control (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 16 Aug 1999 17:34:37 EDT
- This, we learned the hard way. Back in 92? I had just gotten the 3000 out of the shop and was going to drive it to the 40th Healey Conclave in Breckinridge. On the way from Spfd MO to Joplin to meet
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00675.html (7,979 bytes)
- 25. Re: Brake fluid neutralizer? (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 17 Aug 1999 10:02:39 EDT
- Nothing I'm aware of. In fact, brake fluid probably makes one of the best paint strippers around. That's why, despite what some think about it, went with silicone brake fluid during our restoration.
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00710.html (7,634 bytes)
- 26. Re: List logo on a magnet (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 18 Aug 1999 23:49:49 EDT
- Great idea... need to also send caveat to those "bondo babies" as well as the fiberglass panel users ;), (but I know there's no such thing in any of our cars...). Rod Miller 99 Bugeye (ok, 59 given n
- /html/spridgets/1999-08/msg00825.html (6,738 bytes)
- 27. Re: DPO stories thread (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 2 Dec 1998 16:35:24 EST
- Ok, just had to join in. While my Bugeye was actually in pretty decent condition when acquired 20 years ago, one of the DPO's, apparently too cheap to buy good tires and who was tired of wrestling a
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00055.html (8,350 bytes)
- 28. Re: Leaking floats (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 7 Dec 1998 16:46:26 EST
- This is a little late, but in the for what it's worth dept... Have done two of these...one in the TR6 and once in the XJS... Drill tiny hole (1/16") in plastic float, drain out gas...clean inside wel
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00220.html (7,163 bytes)
- 29. Re: SUMMARY: Insurance for LBCs (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 3 Sep 1998 12:57:02 EDT
- DO NOT assume any motor vehicle is covered under your homeowners policy. The standard policy only covers motor vehicles for lawn maintenance and the like...and then with limits. I learned this the ha
- /html/spridgets/1998-09/msg00045.html (8,659 bytes)
- 30. Re: No power (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 14 Sep 1998 13:14:44 EDT
- Sounds like our XJ-S. When we got it, it wouldn't do past 70mph...not too good for a 140mph car...followed advice from Kirby Palm's online Jag book...first thing we did was get a distributor rebuild
- /html/spridgets/1998-09/msg00465.html (7,731 bytes)
- 31. HELP!!! Paint/Body discussion (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 15 Sep 1998 11:12:55 EDT
- Ok, fellow listers. Time to get serious, and I need some serious help. The former pineapple upside down Bugeye has been rightside up for some time now. The only problem in finishing it now is a grave
- /html/spridgets/1998-09/msg00497.html (8,193 bytes)
- 32. Re: Bugeye Front-Hinging Hood (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 20 Aug 1998 11:27:49 EDT
- In process of fitting my bonnet for front tilt. Used all existing holes as didn't want to cut up car or weld on, made a formica template for hole alignment, made steel brackets, mounted with three bo
- /html/spridgets/1998-08/msg00426.html (9,341 bytes)
- 33. Re: Bugeye Front-Hinging Hood (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 20 Aug 1998 12:18:54 EDT
- Seems like we tried that prior to going the route we did...seems like using the locking pins caused the front of the bonnet to bind...the brackets allow enough clearance to open fully. Met a guy at a
- /html/spridgets/1998-08/msg00430.html (8,871 bytes)
- 34. Re: keyes & doors (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 8 Jul 1998 13:17:57 EDT
- Gee, I never thought about how simple a Bugeye can make your life...one ignition key...no other place for keys...(although the side curtains can be a bear to open in the winter to get to the interior
- /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00317.html (8,042 bytes)
- 35. Re: Convertible windows (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 8 Jul 1998 18:05:42 EDT
- One product I've used in the past with good results is Meguiar's Plastic Polish. Should be available in any auto parts or body shop supply that sells Meguiars products. Made for use on airplane winds
- /html/spridgets/1998-07/msg00325.html (7,022 bytes)
- 36. Return of the Pineapple upside down Bugeye (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 18 Jun 1998 18:40:43 EDT
- Hey, Gang, back again after a lengthy hiatus. Well, the Bugster is upright again after having its belly thoroughly cleaned and a new coat of paint applied. I never knew what the underside of a "new"
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00501.html (7,661 bytes)
- 37. Re: U-haul trailers - question (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 26 Jun 1998 14:04:24 EDT
- Three weeks ago my brother in law and I traveled from Springfield, Mo to Tupelo, Mississippi to pick up a "donor" Midget. We rented the Auto Transport in Tupelo to transport the Midget home and had n
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00763.html (7,500 bytes)
- 38. Bugeye wheels & tyres... (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 13:08:12 EDT
- Posted this earlier, but no replies...anyone have any thoughts +/- about a larger (14"?) wheel and lower profile tires on a Bugeye??? If so, do any of the Mini-Lite lookalikes use the same bolt patte
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00814.html (7,241 bytes)
- 39. Starting a local club (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 13:09:07 EDT
- Wondered if any of you are active in a local club, or if anyone has had experience starting one. We are located in Springfield, MO, and the nearest LBC clubs are in KC MO and St. Louis, MO. While man
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00815.html (7,106 bytes)
- 40. Re: Rods Pineapple Upside Down Bugeye (score: 1)
- Author: RMiller930@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 4 Nov 1997 11:46:47 -0500 (EST)
- Well, this project started out to be a simple repaint, but has turned into a total nuts and bolts project (where do you stop???). As I was lying underneath the Bugster with oil, grease, and lacquer t
- /html/spridgets/1997-11/msg00055.html (8,749 bytes)
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