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61. RE: Watkins Glen (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2006 13:32:47 -0400; I'm planning to attend, this year, after being absent from Watkins Glen for the past 26 years. At this point, I'm planning to drive my 356 (Porsche is featured marque, I'm told), and arrive on Friday; /html/spridgets/2006-07/msg00297.html (7,815 bytes)
62. RE: Beck Porschelica (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 16 Jul 2006 20:39:41 -0400; In the 356 Porsche world, most "replicars" are viewed with contempt (and rightfully so). However, I've NEVER heard any negatives about the Beck Spyder. It seems to be universally respected (and cove; /html/spridgets/2006-07/msg00588.html (7,510 bytes)
63. RE: Beck Porschelica (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:57:04 -0400; Very well spoken. I couldn't agree more. In the case of 356 replicas, the contempt is similar to that felt by TD owners for those silly MIGI (or whatever they're now called) kits, on VW chassis. A G; /html/spridgets/2006-07/msg00608.html (8,937 bytes)
64. RE: daily drivers (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Wed, 2 Aug 2006 18:08:35 -0400; A '72 Midget was a pretty well developed, reliable car when it was new. However, many (most), due to their affordability, fell into the hands of complete idiots/"first time" car owners, squirrelly k; /html/spridgets/2006-08/msg00073.html (10,256 bytes)
65. paging John of the North (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Wed, 30 Aug 2006 20:37:14 -0400; John of the North (a.k.a. John Farley), please contact me, off-list. Bud Osbourne; /html/spridgets/2006-08/msg01300.html (6,350 bytes)
66. RE: Midget Tie Rod Ends (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2006 11:32:47 -0400; Coming out of "lurk mode", very briefly. I've been surprised that this question didn't get answered, correctly, instantly. '71 was the last year for the excellent, BMC sourced steering rack used on t; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00006.html (7,661 bytes)
67. RE: Midget Tie Rod Ends* (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2006 20:10:00 -0400; Ahhhh. I should have known Peter C would have the good stuff! I am putting together a "shopping list", for this winter's various Spridget projects. Peter C will be my first call. The Roadster Factory; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00017.html (7,538 bytes)
68. Before I go back into "lurk mode": (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2006 21:25:44 -0400; Just wanted to share a few experiences with my fellow Spridgeteers, before going back into lurk mode (extremely heavy work schedule, for the past several months & no end in sight): First of all, it t; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00019.html (10,424 bytes)
69. RE: Before I go back into "lurk mode": (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2006 22:48:30 -0400; Amen to that! But, there are those who are a bit timid about driving them. I have a very good friend, who has that problem. He's got a beautiful 3000 Mk.I, as well as a beautifully restored Bug Eye.; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00038.html (8,234 bytes)
70. OE radio repair/resto (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Wed, 4 Oct 2006 21:23:26 -0400; Taking a break, here, from not doing what I should be doing tonight (reports), to ask a few questions. I'm going to be driving to New Hampshire, the first weekend in November, and I'm waffling betwee; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00119.html (7,518 bytes)
71. MGC info needed (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 5 Oct 2006 20:49:48 -0400; I'm going to be looking at an MGC, this weekend, which I may well purchase. However, I need to know what's available for MGCs, in the way of hydraulic and mechanical replacement parts. Can anyone poi; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00125.html (6,478 bytes)
72. RE: Tires (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 5 Oct 2006 21:01:46 -0400; I've replaced the Michelins on most of my cars (including the Midget) with Kumhos and I've been very happy with them. Bud Osbourne Hi Folks, I am sure this has come up recently and I was not paying a; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00126.html (6,974 bytes)
73. RE: 74 Midget Wiper/Washer Swtich To Control Ejector Seat? (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 5 Oct 2006 21:56:10 -0400; That switch is the same one used in the MGB. The forward and aft movement is the overdrive switch, which was optional on the B, and never available on the Spridgets. Bud Osbourne Hi, The lever on the; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00131.html (8,460 bytes)
74. RE: MGB question (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2006 08:06:37 -0400; In the US market, no, I'm quite certain it didn't. In the "home market" versions, maybe, but I doubt it. Personally, with the MGB roadster in good supply, I think it's a dumb idea (no offense meant,; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00249.html (8,177 bytes)
75. RE: MGB question (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2006 14:41:36 -0400; True. However, I said "serious GT cars". Bud Osbourne isetta , vw bug, saab model 96 , 2cv, all had sliding canvas sunroofs. chuck <spridgets@autox.team.net> market" a And,; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00267.html (8,447 bytes)
76. RE: MGB question (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2006 14:59:57 -0400; Now THAT could get into quite a debate. However, what's the point? It's all a matter of personal opinion, anyway. I suggest we agree to disagree, on this one and avoid starting another marathon "thre; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00270.html (7,795 bytes)
77. RE: Bugeye Run Over by Truck (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Tue, 17 Oct 2006 14:50:46 -0400; Absolute proof that brilliant minds think alike ;)!!! A few years back, after several kids (all of whom I knew well), from our small, rural community were killed in car crashes, I contacted one of m; /html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00454.html (10,378 bytes)
78. RE: Speaking about environmental issues (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:18:41 -0500; Out of "lurk" mode, to pick a nit or two, here ;) Pittsburgh had been "cleaned-up" long before the demise of the majority of the local steel industry, which occurred in the early 80s. The clean-up st; /html/spridgets/2006-12/msg00379.html (7,343 bytes)
79. RE: bright 6 volt bulbs (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2006 10:18:59 -0500; This is a frequently discussed topic on the 356Talk List, since all but a very few Porsche 356s were originally equipped with 6 volt electrical systems. While some guys fall into the trap of convert; /html/spridgets/2006-12/msg00400.html (8,540 bytes)
80. RE: bright 6 volt bulbs (score: 1): Author: "Bud Osbourne" <abcoz@hky.com>; Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2006 15:17:09 -0500; Simply not true. There are still excellent quality 6 volt batteries on the market, today (Deka, for example, and you can also get the Optima gel cell batteries in 6 volt configuration). As far as us; /html/spridgets/2006-12/msg00409.html (8,759 bytes)

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