- 121. Re: Painting the engine compartment (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1998 07:04:39 -0600
- When overhauling the engine in Miss Molly, I used garden variety spray paint from Kmart to repaint the nasty looking areas. That made the other areas look bad by comparison, so I reshot the whole co
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00488.html (7,829 bytes)
- 122. Maggie's Home! (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 06:54:36 -0600
- Well, I managed to bring Miss Maggie the 74.5 RB MGB home over the SATURDAY: She hadn't been started in over a year. Battery was naturally dead, so I brought a spare with me after Drill, and put it i
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00520.html (8,949 bytes)
- 123. Door skins R&R (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Wed, 16 Dec 1998 07:13:06 -0600
- Just how difficult is it to install new door skins, and how is it done? Rich Council Bluffs, Iowa '74.5 RB MGB "Miss Maggie" '78 Chevy Half-Ton "Waltzin' Matilda" (LBC Support Vehicle) '79 Midget "Mi
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00565.html (6,859 bytes)
- 124. Topping up dashpots, shocks, MC's, etc.... (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 18 Dec 1998 06:18:53 -0600
- I use one of these for my dashpot connected to a short length of tubing, and am now going to pick up a few extra so that I can use a separate one for each type of fluid. I got mine from my friendly
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00628.html (7,646 bytes)
- 125. Long; some thoughts on military appreciation (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 18 Dec 1998 07:36:32 -0600
- In re the list traffic on military appreciation, etc: As a veteran and current reservist, thank you. I am a member of a family with a long tradition of military service. At one time or another, someo
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00629.html (10,118 bytes)
- 126. Re: Maggie's Home! (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Sat, 19 Dec 1998 08:11:29 -0600
- Shoot, I know I'm a good mechanic, but only think I'm a fair LBC mechanic. When I know that I'm not only a good mechanic, but a damn good LBC mechanic, I'll be happy! Then again, maybe not -- part o
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00651.html (7,937 bytes)
- 127. ZS Fuel Consumption (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 21 Dec 1998 06:29:34 -0600
- Can't speak to a B with a ZS, but Miss Molly the '79 Midget gets 25 mpg around town, and between 27-33 highway (depending on whether I drive 60 or 70+, the wind, and the temperature, etc). Rich Counc
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00686.html (7,158 bytes)
- 128. Happy Holidays (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 24 Dec 1998 06:26:37 -0600
- Best Wishes for a Happy Holiday! Rich Council Bluffs, Iowa '74.5 RB MGB "Miss Maggie" '78 Chevy Half-Ton "Waltzin' Matilda" (LBC Support Vehicle) '79 Midget "Miss Molly" richard.arnold@juno.com or rd
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00744.html (6,874 bytes)
- 129. Concrete Floors (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 24 Dec 1998 06:50:26 -0600
- The significant other (in what I have teased her is an effort to get me to commit matrimony or similar high crimes) has bought a home. Nice place, well constructed, good roof, reasonably new fixtures
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00745.html (9,151 bytes)
- 130. Removing Gear Oil Stains (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 24 Dec 1998 07:17:40 -0600
- Another quest for helpful hints: Anyone have a good idea on how to remove gear oil from clothing? This stuff is tough to remove; I've used Castrol Super Clean, GoJo, and Whisk Stain remover. Am now c
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00746.html (7,372 bytes)
- 131. Thanks - Responses to Floor Coverings and Greasy Shirts (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 27 Dec 1998 07:27:20 -0600
- First, thanks to all who responded to my request for information about concrete floors, et. al. I'd e-mail you all individually, but it would take entirely too long, so, THANK YOU! The general conse
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00788.html (9,166 bytes)
- 132. Gear Oil Stains on Clothing (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 27 Dec 1998 12:59:14 -0600
- Engine degreaser did the trick. I used cheap foaming stuff I had purchased from Wal-Mart (the Wal-Mart brand @ +/- $0.97 per can) a while back. Sprayed it on, let soak an hour, then washed as normal.
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00794.html (7,270 bytes)
- 133. Wire Wheel Repair / Shocks (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 27 Dec 1998 23:06:09 -0600
- Two of Maggie's (the B) wire wheels have loose spokes at the outer hub, and make a decided *clunk* when driven. She is, naturally, deadlined until repaired. Problem is, I have no idea what I am gett
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00798.html (7,376 bytes)
- 134. Re: Overinflated Tires -> Skiddish (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Tue, 29 Dec 1998 07:16:57 -0600
- I think you wanted 'skittishness' -- a kind of twitchy, nervous reaction. On the whole, and given that you're discussing steering, I find 'skiddishness' more appropriate, and intend to use it in the
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00816.html (7,522 bytes)
- 135. Wire Wheels Update (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 31 Dec 1998 07:40:00 -0600
- This is an update to what I wrote a few days ago about the wire wheels on Maggie the 74.5 RB B. The spokes on two wheels are loose (or worse) at the hub. I became aware of the problem when I was atte
- /html/spridgets/1998-12/msg00853.html (8,473 bytes)
- 136. Re: Quick hood (vinyl top) question (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 01 Nov 1998 09:37:53 EST
- I think it's a matter of what goes around, come around. Clearly, MOWOG has rewarded you for being pure and generous in your LBC heart.... To bring our fellow Spridgeteers into the loop, Mr. Brown is
- /html/spridgets/1998-11/msg00001.html (7,952 bytes)
- 137. Gasket Sealer (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 01 Nov 1998 11:31:32 EST
- In re the gasket sealer, I use Permatex Hi-temp flexible in conjunction with a paper gasket. When removed, remaining sealant can be easily taken off with a rag dampened with carburetor cleaner and b
- /html/spridgets/1998-11/msg00010.html (7,507 bytes)
- 138. Re: Off Topic (mild LBC added)-- rather long too.... (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Tue, 03 Nov 1998 05:02:48 EST
- Sounds like a date I had once.... How about: "Too much is not enough, and overkill is just about right." (Seen on a '76 Chevette with a 454)
- /html/spridgets/1998-11/msg00074.html (7,558 bytes)
- 139. Veteran's Day (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 9 Nov 1998 21:56:22 -0600
- WHAT IS A VET? Some veterans bear visible signs of their service: a missing limb, a jagged scar, a certain look in the eye. Others may carry the evidence inside them: a pin holding a bone together, a
- /html/spridgets/1998-11/msg00304.html (10,002 bytes)
- 140. need to sale MGB & Midget (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 06:16:18 -0600
- A friend of mine has a Midget and a MGB that he no longer has the space or time for. Rather than let them go to waste, he's asked me to let people know of their availability. 1976 Midget (RB). White
- /html/spridgets/1998-11/msg00384.html (7,957 bytes)
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