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61. Re: enough is not enough, or is it? (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 21:11:31 -0500; NO. The first PB was a genuine PB as were most of the early ones like my black PB0268. Hey, I like it. tommm /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordomo@autox.team.net or try /// http://www; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00061.html (9,257 bytes)
62. Re: There is life out there! (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 21:20:29 -0500; sure Just use a small Facet pump at the rear (near rear union) and pump right through the Petrolift. The Petrolift will need to be WELL SEALED. The new 1 5/8" carbs are beauties. correct Tom Dark is; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00063.html (9,126 bytes)
63. Re: PA parts (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Sat, 12 Jan 2002 12:57:38 -0500; in Don, the wheel bearings are easy. I'm using ONLY sealed bearings now and if your local Bearings Inc does not stock them they will be there next day. The sealed bearings are "fit and forget" and t; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00106.html (9,536 bytes)
64. Re: mystery part and term (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Sun, 13 Jan 2002 18:39:33 -0500; N Yo, Sleepy TA, My PB had the original "The MG Car Company" door tread plates. I have seen several J2 tubs with original tread plates, too. I'm not sure when they were discontinued but TCs started; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00124.html (9,090 bytes)
65. Re: Engine # 1528A135P (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 23:50:18 -0500; BMC painted their rebuilt engines green in the 1950s. This is why many of the engines (not only OHC) were green by the time we got ahold of them. My PB engine was green, too, even though it's a 2 se; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00146.html (9,225 bytes)
66. Re: Engine # 1528A135P (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 08:06:19 -0500; First, my GUESSS is that the engine in your Coupe' was 57mm bore originally and as 60 mm PB size overbores became "safe" in the 50's, BMC went straight to 60. They were sold locally on exchange basis; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00153.html (11,580 bytes)
67. Re: PA engine color (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 21:04:29 -0500; Great input. Should we take a count of engine colors in our Ps when we obtained them? Mine was GREEN. Lawrie has accounted for 2 Ps that were GREEN. Lew's block is GREEN. Anybody else? I'm glad I pa; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00166.html (11,962 bytes)
68. Re: PA engine color (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 21:51:24 -0500; Dear Lew the Tabulator, I think you're a great tabulator. Congratulations. tommm /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordomo@autox.team.net or try /// http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00169.html (8,996 bytes)
69. Re: Engine # 1528A135P (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 07:48:34 -0500; Gerhard, Thanks for the red information. Is this RAL3003 an ICI paint code? try /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordomo@autox.team.net or try /// http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool //; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00176.html (11,800 bytes)
70. Re: Engine Colors Tabulation (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 22:15:23 -0500; That's my take on it, too, Lew. A "dialed" engine. Regardless, a great story and I'd like to hear more about the car and the owner(s).... tommm try /// unsubscribe/change address requests to majordom; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00208.html (12,644 bytes)
71. Re: Parts interchangeability (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 21:43:51 -0500; to the door? NO, except the hexagonal s/s sockets on door top are the same. NO, although similar idea. NO, TABC is larger although similar design. Kingpin bore is 3/4" on TC, 5/8" on P. YES!!! Moder; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00239.html (9,974 bytes)
72. Re: fuse box-cutout PA (score: 1): Author: "tom metcalf" <mgtom@bright.net>; Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2002 21:03:18 -0500; Don, I'm going from memory, but the RJF should work fine as long as you don't want to use the third (sliding) brush. With a more modern two-brush generator or removing the slider from an original you; /html/mg-mmm/2002-01/msg00251.html (9,975 bytes)
73. RE: fit ups (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 23 Dec 2001 19:37:07 -0500; Make SURE you use a modern spin-on oil filter, too. The thin shell Cooper S bearings in your new rods require better filtration. I got this real kool filter housing that is the oil pump cover, too,; /html/mg-mmm/2001-12/msg00018.html (8,569 bytes)
74. RE: J2 Xmas Presents (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 24 Dec 2001 07:28:06 -0500; Hi Bob, Here are a few of MY opinions... Are you going to rev this thing like a race car or use it for Sunday afternoon pic-a-niks? J2s look fine with the little wicker basket on the stern. I like th; /html/mg-mmm/2001-12/msg00020.html (8,508 bytes)
75. RE: Crank Hole Cover (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 28 Dec 2001 07:35:53 -0500; Lew, the MG medallion is attatched to a sheet metal plate that fits into the crank hole and is hinged on the top. You may still have this piece. Further, a spring steel piece is attached to the meda; /html/mg-mmm/2001-12/msg00043.html (7,758 bytes)
76. RE: carpet (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 28 Dec 2001 08:21:07 -0500; Phil, I saw a totally original carpet set at Silverstone a few years ago. Mike Collingburn also obtained an original shortly thereafter and has reproduced it exactly to spec. It's somewhat complicat; /html/mg-mmm/2001-12/msg00044.html (7,216 bytes)
77. RE: Petrol pipes (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 29 Dec 2001 10:13:58 -0500; Yo TA, On several original fuel lines I've noted the following: J2,etc, the twin pipes from the tank into the main/res switch were plated. The long pipe from switch to union at bottom of tank I've se; /html/mg-mmm/2001-12/msg00065.html (9,298 bytes)
78. RE: Bishop Cam Steering Box (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 24 Nov 2001 09:09:40 -0500; My PB with the BC box has the casting in natural brass. It had no evidence of ever being plated. Regarding the chrome tube... I like using polished stainless when replacing this tube. Looks very clo; /html/mg-mmm/2001-11/msg00028.html (7,981 bytes)
79. RE: Hartford shock absorbers (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 25 Nov 2001 19:38:05 -0500; Hi Guys, Just want to confirm my dealings with Malcolm Brown have been top notch. A good guy with good stuff. Tommm British Cars Web: http://www.team.net/sol MMM list subscription info: http://www.te; /html/mg-mmm/2001-11/msg00045.html (7,666 bytes)
80. RE: Duo-tone paint schemes (score: 1): Author: mgtom@bright.net; Date: 13 Aug 2001 19:27:41 -0500; Hi Don, The 2 reds should be spot on and ready to use. There was a problem with an unstable red pigment used in both reds and the formulae were changed to use a new red pigment. The colors were both; /html/mg-mmm/2001-08/msg00005.html (7,694 bytes)

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