- 181. Re: Midget Top Speed (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 05 Jun 1998 11:00:45 EDT
- I pretty sure that there is something else wrong (incorrectly set, etc). You should be getting about 16 MPH per 1000 RPMs (or 72 MPH at 4500 RPMs, give or take). I cruise Molly ('79 Midget 1500) at
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00095.html (7,341 bytes)
- 182. Protecting Flexible Brake Lines (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 05 Jun 1998 11:00:45 EDT
- I'll be installing new flexible brake lines on Miss Molly this weekend. The outside coverings of the old ones are in horrible shape: cracked, weather checked, dinged up from road debris, etc. I have
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00096.html (7,392 bytes)
- 183. Low oil pressure / thermostat (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sat, 06 Jun 1998 17:54:34 EDT
- The oil pressure problems are back (well, sort of -- this time I think I know the cause). Miss Molly the '79 Midget has started winking her oil pressure light at me when she idling on a hot engine (
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00116.html (7,613 bytes)
- 184. Re: Low oil pressure / thermostat (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 00:28:15 EDT
- Ed: Replaced the spring when I did the pump. Oil is 20W50 Castrol GTX. Rings were installed correctly. Am beginning to believe that I have a bad oil sending unit. There's evidence of leakage on the s
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00124.html (8,078 bytes)
- 185. Long: Flickering Oil Pressure Light (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 11:22:06 EDT
- Yesterday I wrote of my problems with Miss Molly winking at me with her oil pressure light. I received several suggestions as to what might be the problem; I send a big "Thank You!" to everyone that
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00126.html (9,805 bytes)
- 186. Update: Low oil pressure light (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 22:52:33 EDT
- Well, once it quit raining, I went out and installed the new 160 degree thermostat and the new sending unit. Took Molly for a drive. The oil light no longer flickers and it seems to have had a small
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00139.html (7,153 bytes)
- 187. Re: restoration courses (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 06:28:46 EDT
- Depends on the person who completed the course, the experience gained since the course was completed, who taught the course (instructor qualifications), and whether or not the person was any good. N
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00174.html (7,928 bytes)
- 188. For your cross - reference list.... (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Wed, 10 Jun 1998 00:48:27 EDT
- For Chris Kotting: For your list of cross-references: the oil sending unit on the 1500 Midget can be replaced with one from a 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 230 CID six cylinder. I have a Wells parts number
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00207.html (6,957 bytes)
- 189. Pressure Switch Number (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Fri, 12 Jun 1998 09:49:16 EDT
- The oil pressure switch I mentioned last week is Wells part number PS24 (for a 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle w/230 CID six cylinder). What's the address for your cross-reference list? Rich
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00295.html (6,707 bytes)
- 190. Adjusting Valves Midget 1500 (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sat, 13 Jun 1998 00:32:22 EDT
- Well, I've managed to convince myself that I no longer have an oil pressure problem -- thanks to all who offered help, advice, and etc! Tomorrow, I am going to adjust the @#$%! valves: Can anyone tel
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00329.html (8,288 bytes)
- 191. 1500 Midget Clutch problems.... (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Wed, 17 Jun 1998 23:08:08 EDT
- Miss Molly's clutch is engaging and releasing about 1.5" from the floor. The clutch, throwout bearing, slave cylinder, line, and clutch master cylinder are all new. I am using DOT 5 fluid, and I *th
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00467.html (7,592 bytes)
- 192. Re: Gasket Techniques (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 18 Jun 1998 08:37:39 EDT
- I use silicone gasket former/sealer (Permatex high-heat brown in the tube sized for a caulking gun) on pretty much every component that requires a paper, cork, or composite gasket. This is because, I
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00470.html (10,829 bytes)
- 193. Ignition types and gaps (was: Pertronix, was: 73 MGB) (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Thu, 25 Jun 1998 08:42:48 EDT
- My immediate thought is: Given that all else is equal (I agree with your argument here), the electronic distributor/ignition is better because there are fewer parts to wear out, lose adjustment, etc
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00704.html (11,828 bytes)
- 194. Re: Engine assembly lube the right stuff (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 08:15:47 EDT
- LubriPlate No. 105 for General Engine Assembly
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00808.html (7,131 bytes)
- 195. Long drive, No LBC (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 09:19:18 EDT
- Well, I changed the oil in my radio last night (long story, but it should suffice to say that you should always check triple check the connection on oil guages) and took Miss Molly for a 75 mile driv
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00811.html (7,532 bytes)
- 196. Re: 72 Midget Shift Knob (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 09:34:59 EDT
- Couldn't tell you if it is original or not, but you should be able to repair it. What has likely happened is the threaded insert has lost the knurling that holds it to the knob. TIghten the knob so
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00812.html (8,295 bytes)
- 197. Re: 72 Midget Shift Knob (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 1998 13:42:09 EDT
- If I'm following you, the rubber itself is threaded. I'm not sure what you could use to replace the rubber, or if epoxy will bond well to it.... However, if you're going to try that, you could use '
- /html/spridgets/1998-06/msg00816.html (9,272 bytes)
- 198. Midget 1500 Fuel Pressure (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 04 May 1998 08:39:57 EDT
- Anyone know what the proper fuel pressure is for a '79 1500cc Midget? My fuel pressure regulator does not seem to restrict the flow even when set as low as .5 pounds. The pump is one of the NAPA soli
- /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00047.html (7,398 bytes)
- 199. 1500 Midget, front end shake (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Mon, 04 May 1998 08:39:57 EDT
- Was driving Miss Molly yesterday at about 60 MPH (by the speedo), 3000 RPMs (by the tach) on the interstate, when the front end began to shake (judder?). I pulled over, checked to make sure that the
- /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00048.html (7,960 bytes)
- 200. '79 Midget, Suspension Noise (score: 1)
- Author: richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)
- Date: Sat, 16 May 1998 08:16:58 EDT
- Miss Molly has developed an rather loud and annoying squeak that appear to be coming from the bushings on the right hand lower a-frame (wishbone) - to - frame mounts. It appears that it only happens
- /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00216.html (7,134 bytes)
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