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361. RE: E-Mail me off the list (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 21 Feb 2001 08:43:20 -0800; It's interesting that this kind of mis-information is so pervasive. The torque curve is definitely not what you want to use to pick the shift points, although there seems to be a fair number of peop; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00134.html (10,138 bytes)
362. RE: E-Mail me off the list (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 21 Feb 2001 09:22:49 -0800; I guess we just have to hope the engine builder, or whoever sets the redline, knows what he's doing. ;-) I think where the rabbit gets lost is between the engine and the rear wheels. It is certainly; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00137.html (9,143 bytes)
363. RE: When to shift? (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 21 Feb 2001 22:25:32 -0800; I too believe in confirming theory with experiment. Actually, if you think about it, a chassis dyno does about the same thing you are suggesting. Some work different than others, but a lot of them c; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00156.html (9,269 bytes)
364. RE: When to shift? (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Thu, 22 Feb 2001 08:46:02 -0800; I think your approach is Zen-like in the sense that you eschew the rules and are striving for a direct and personal connection with your car. Nothing wrong with that - at least as far as being a dri; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00167.html (8,466 bytes)
365. RE: Connecting rod torque specs (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2001 10:57:57 -0800; As many on the List can tell you, the torque spec you were using was for HiPo rod bolts, which are 3/8" diameter, not 5/16". Yes, 22 lb-ft is pretty light isn't it. You could use Locktite, although; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00195.html (8,184 bytes)
366. RE: Connecting rod torque specs (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2001 12:06:34 -0800; Continuing in the same spirit, I had asked myself the question, whether torquing the rod bolts tighter really helped, or was it just the ultimate tensile strength of the rod bolts that counted. Firs; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00205.html (10,634 bytes)
367. RE: Carpet Over or Under (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2001 15:52:52 -0800; The carpet goes over the switch. The hole in the carpet may look 3" too high because you haven't yet fitted it around the switch. When you fit the grommet, operate the switch a few times to make sur; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00208.html (6,801 bytes)
368. RE: Steve Laifman's New E-Mail x-mac-creator="4D4F5353" (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Sun, 25 Feb 2001 10:38:22 -0800; I hope it's OK with you if I dispense with the creative use of capital letters in your email address?? ;-) Bob; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00211.html (6,630 bytes)
369. RE: Intake manifold for sale (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 22:40:51 -0800; Intake manifold? Beadblasted??? AAARRRGGGGHHHHHHHH!!!!! Hi all, I'm going to sell my Shelby lettered intake manifold. It's Ford part threads are good, one carb flange mounting ear has been welded up; /html/tigers/2001-02/msg00257.html (7,276 bytes)
370. RE: lat hood (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 21:24:30 -0800; I think you can get a new one from Kent Wilcox (Aerodyne) in Santee, Calif. for a lot less than $550. Bob; /html/tigers/2001-01/msg00104.html (6,459 bytes)
371. RE: car parts (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2001 08:59:30 -0800; Great assortment of "unique" parts! I just placed an order for the cross-drilled brake lines. Can't wait to install them. ;-) Brgds, Bob; /html/tigers/2001-01/msg00112.html (6,603 bytes)
372. RE: rim update! (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2001 19:55:47 -0800; Centerline modular wheels are sealed using only a big thick bead of RTV in the joint between the two main halves. It lasts for about ten years or so and then starts to leak, at which time the RTV ha; /html/tigers/2001-01/msg00200.html (7,281 bytes)
373. RE: Kumho VictoRacer V700 (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Sun, 21 Jan 2001 21:49:41 -0800; I think you will be happy with these Kumho tires, except in the rain of course. They have a reputation for long tread life compared to BFG & Goodyear. Check out these reviews. http://www.carreview.c; /html/tigers/2001-01/msg00210.html (7,487 bytes)
374. RE: Long-Backfire damage (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2001 08:10:14 -0800; I hope you are making progress on fixing the backfire gremlin. I thought I would take the opportunity to contribute my two cents worth to the List on adjusting valves. Since I have a solid lifter fl; /html/tigers/2001-01/msg00286.html (8,811 bytes)
375. RE: 18 PSI grenade (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2000 22:35:53 -0800; Could it be someone's confused between 18" of Hg and 18 psig? 18" of Hg would be about 9 psig, which is pretty normal for a street turbo I think. BTW, the company that converts the Miatas is Monster; /html/tigers/2000-12/msg00102.html (7,560 bytes)
376. RE: Speedvision tomorrow night (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2000 22:34:50 -0800; We won't know until 8:30 PM eastern, 5:30 PM pacific time whether Dick is parting with it or not. So set your VCR's just in case you don't get home in time to see the fun. Bob Hey, listers: I was wat; /html/tigers/2000-11/msg00099.html (7,761 bytes)
377. RE: New Engine and other updates (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2000 20:46:54 -0800; I'll post again the link to info on the T-5, T-56, and Toploader trannys. As you can see from the chart, the T-5 was available with 300+ lb-ft torque capacity as early as 1979. My pick of the group; /html/tigers/2000-11/msg00185.html (8,285 bytes)
378. RE: Miss Fire (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 15:26:02 -0700; You are right that this is the stock connection for a stock tachometer. I didn't make that assumption with Chris; I've forgotten what all he has changed and what he hasn't. I principle, even an indu; /html/tigers/2000-10/msg00008.html (7,585 bytes)
379. RE: Great link to Rootes background info at the Tiger's demise. (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Mon, 2 Oct 2000 21:47:07 -0700; What a great article. This is a keeper. I haven't finished it yet by any means, but I intend to read it all very carefully. Already I have some questions; like where can I get a set of Holbay Rapier; /html/tigers/2000-10/msg00036.html (6,878 bytes)
380. RE: Dist. Cap (score: 1): Author: "Bob Palmer" <rpalmer@ucsd.edu>; Date: Thu, 5 Oct 2000 22:01:15 -0700; The parameter that directly determines the spark voltage is the spark plug gap. Back in the '70's the auto manufacturers went to very large gaps - .070"-.090" - and consequently had to increase the; /html/tigers/2000-10/msg00072.html (7,803 bytes)

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