In a message dated 11/8/99 10:11:16 PM, gottstein@erols.com writes:
<< Paul, and everybody,
Well, the only think that you might be missing is that I'm still pretty
inexperienced at fixing these little guys, and I don't have enough $$$ to
pay someone to do it for me. From what I hear, replacing the manifold will
require removing the carb and other components. Fixing the crack will at
least silence the loudness for a while until I get up the nerve to undertake
the replacement.
Thanks,
John >>
John,
I have not been keeping up so maybe this has already been suggested. Have
you checked to be sure all of the manifold nuts are there and tight? If any
are missing or loose you may have a blown gasket. While not a snap it is a
lot easier to repair than a cracked manifold.
Good Luck
Bob and Annice
1960 Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Sprite Mk III (Trevor) in progress
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