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21. Bugsy running like a champ/Mechanical Advance Distributor. (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2007 06:02:32 -0800 (PST); Thanks again to all for your help with me ignition problems. I'm happy to report that Bugsy is running now better than he ever has in the 5+ years I've owned him. Pulling the distributor once again I; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg00025.html (9,215 bytes)
22. Size of Crankshaft Nut (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2007 08:18:13 -0800 (PST); Anyone know off hand the size of the Crank Nut on a 1275 Engine. No I don't need to Crank My Nut Off jokes. Planning on doing a leakdown test of my spare 1275 and need to be able to turn off and hold; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg00279.html (8,018 bytes)
23. Re: Size of Crankshaft Nut (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2007 09:32:49 -0800 (PST); Thanks all, Got my answer. David Lieb <dbl@chicagolandmgclub.com> wrote: > Anyone know off hand the size of the Crank Nut on a 1275 Engine. 1 5/16", I believe. (That's one and five-sixteenths inch.); /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg00284.html (7,007 bytes)
24. Leakdown Test Results of Bugsy's Spare 1275 (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Sun, 14 Jan 2007 11:22:21 -0800 (PST); I need an opinion on whether or not my test results from a Leakdown test are valid of not. I made sure pistons were at TDC, using the scientific screwdriver in the spark plug hole test. Does it matte; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg00589.html (8,207 bytes)
25. An update on Bugsy's Spare Engine (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2007 07:50:38 -0800 (PST); I had some more time on Saturday to finish compression and leak down test on Bugsy's spare engine. I think I can safely conclude that if I pump 100 PSI into cylinder #2 while engine is at TDC on the; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg01027.html (7,956 bytes)
26. Steering Wheel Nut (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 08:25:31 -0800 (PST); I had the same problem with Bugsy my '68. Shaft threads are really soft and the ones on the nuts are even softer to hopefully prevent you from stripping out. Thread File from Sears cleaned up the th; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg01130.html (9,173 bytes)
27. Horrible Freight Battery Charger (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2007 10:50:57 -0800 (PST); Anyone got any feedback on H.F. Battery Charger / Starter. They've got a 10/2/55 Amp Charger / Starter for $29.95 on sale now. Anyone burned one up recently? Jim Gruber Bugsy '68 Sprite (future Bugey; /html/spridgets/2007-01/msg01413.html (6,898 bytes)
28. Triumph Steering Wheels and Spridgets (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Sun, 4 Feb 2007 07:45:05 -0800 (PST); The Steering Wheel on Bugsy my '68 Sprite is I believe from a Triumph TR or perhaps a Herald. Looks like a Spridget wheen but has 3 sets of spokes with 4 wires each rather than the 2 wire variety. Th; /html/spridgets/2007-02/msg00116.html (6,927 bytes)
29. H.F. Blast Cabinet and Dust Collection (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Sun, 4 Feb 2007 07:55:31 -0800 (PST); Before you think about a blast cabinet watch for the cheap, small, Shop Vacs going on sale so you can build one of Frank's bongs. I've got the small H.F. cabinet and used it exactly once . Without t; /html/spridgets/2007-02/msg00117.html (8,446 bytes)
30. Re: Background Music (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2007 07:35:36 -0800 (PST); For those Parrot Heads out there, Radio Margarittaville is a pretty good channel as well. http://www.radiomargaritaville.com/listen.aspx Not just Buffet music but a daily Surf Set, twice a day hour l; /html/spridgets/2007-02/msg00296.html (7,314 bytes)
31. Sigma BC1200 Bicycle Speedo (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Sun, 1 Apr 2007 09:23:44 -0700 (PDT); I know a number of you have done this and added a Bicycle Computer to resolve an errant speedo problem. Need some advice on best place to mount magnet and sensor. I'm thinking bracket on rear brake d; /html/spridgets/2007-04/msg00005.html (7,313 bytes)
32. Steering Rack Lubrication / Wheel stud (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2007 06:45:49 -0700 (PDT); As I recall Steering Rack needs to be lubed with 90 Wt Gear Oil rather than grease correct. I pulled one of the boots off to check things yesterday and rack was wet with oil. Man are those buggers to; /html/spridgets/2007-04/msg00498.html (7,112 bytes)
33. Quick Question - Windshield Support Rod Bracket (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2007 11:00:32 -0700 (PDT); Quick Question. Does the windshield support rod bracket that attaches in the center of the dash have a captive nut under there? I want to remove one of the nuts to secure the bracket for my digital s; /html/spridgets/2007-04/msg00565.html (7,190 bytes)
34. [Spridgets] Starting Issues (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 4 Jun 2007 11:01:06 -0700 (PDT); Question are solenoids available from the normal parts houses or do I need to go to VB or MOSS for one? Bugsy for the third time gave me the single quiet click scenario yesterday and I needed to push; /html/spridgets/2007-06/msg00071.html (8,138 bytes)
35. [Spridgets] Hi Intensity Bulbs for Gauges (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:25:02 -0700 (PDT); Anyone got a source for brighter bulbs for the instruments/gauges on a Spridget. It's either my eyes or it's just plain dim at night. I am pulling the cans and painting gloss white inside to help but; /html/spridgets/2007-06/msg00841.html (8,179 bytes)
36. [Spridgets] Hi Intensity Bulbs for Gauges (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2007 13:33:16 -0700 (PDT); Good thought, since they all are equally dim, anyone ever had trouble with that little switch that turns panel lamps on/off. That could be where my issue is as I've never taken apart / cleaned Check; /html/spridgets/2007-06/msg00858.html (8,257 bytes)
37. [Spridgets] Needed Heater Control Knob assembly and cable from 68+ (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Fri, 29 Jun 2007 12:43:18 -0700 (PDT); Anyone parting out a 68+ Spridget. I need a Heater Control assembly and Heater Control Knob. Also looking for a cable as well that is not all rusted up. I managed to score one last week and proceeded; /html/spridgets/2007-06/msg01518.html (7,557 bytes)
38. [Spridgets] Heater Air Valve Control Cable (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2007 08:07:31 -0700 (PDT); Anyone got a source for the Heater Air/Valve control cable that fot Spridgets 68 and above. This is a approx 52" steel jacketed cable that goes from the rotary adjustment control to the Air/Valve on; /html/spridgets/2007-08/msg00374.html (6,886 bytes)
39. Re: [Spridgets] Heater Air Valve Control Cable (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2007 09:16:55 -0700 (PDT); Got an answer thanks all. Lawn Mower Supply Shop or Tractor Supply Jim Gruber Bugsy '68 Sprite (future Bugeye in disguise) Cincinnati, OH -- Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Yaho; /html/spridgets/2007-08/msg00377.html (7,184 bytes)
40. [Spridgets] Steering Rack. (score: 1): Author: James Gruber <thistle_3619@yahoo.com>; Date: Mon, 27 Aug 2007 18:10:02 -0700 (PDT); I had this happen to Bugsy when I replaced the rack. A couple of pieces of bicycle inner tube glued to both sides of clamps for the rack fixed the problem. Be sure to use a bottoming tap to clean the; /html/spridgets/2007-08/msg00556.html (6,497 bytes)

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