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41. Brake pad source? (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 09:55:08 -0700 (PDT)
Where can I get good brake pads for my "new" disk brakes off a 65? I'm assuming everything is stock off the 65 (rotor size, calipers). Moss has had mine BO'ed for weeks. Any ideas? Suggestions on mat
/html/spridgets/2006-07/msg01012.html (6,871 bytes)

42. Miller Motorsportspark (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 7 Aug 2006 09:31:52 -0700 (PDT)
Just a note to say if you get a chance to watch or participate in an event at the Miller Motorsportspark in Utah it is a first class facility and organization. Admittedly I don't have much to compare
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg00300.html (6,886 bytes)

43. checking rear 1/4 elliptical springs (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 12 Aug 2006 07:15:58 -0700 (PDT)
How can I check the condition of my rear springs? They are 1/4 elipticals. Right now, with the rims and tires off, and the drums resting on jackstands, there is about 2 inches clearance between the b
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg00499.html (7,180 bytes)

44. connecting oversize slave (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 21 Aug 2006 17:17:24 -0700 (PDT)
Whats the preferred method of connecting an old master cyl to Rivergate's oversize clutch slave? As you all probably know, the tubing on something as old as my 62 is approx .200 OD with a flattened o
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg00854.html (6,824 bytes)

45. everyday elec. fuel pump (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2006 12:39:20 -0700 (PDT)
Can anyone recommend a common elec. fuel pump for spridgets that might be available at AutoZone, NAPA, Checker? No mechanical will be in system. Thanks, Joe 62 Sprite Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has t
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg00884.html (7,587 bytes)

46. motor mounts kicking my tail (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 11:30:11 -0700 (PDT)
OK - how do you re-mount the engine onto the front motor mounts? I've tried every combination possible. Leaving bolts loose...putting the mounts on the engine first...putting the entire mount on the
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg01152.html (7,014 bytes)

47. Rivergate tranny mount (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Aug 2006 07:52:05 -0700 (PDT)
Anybody know any magic tricks to getting the Rivergate tranny mount in successfully? I've followed their procedure but I'm having extreme difficulty lining up the (2) bolts that go up through the pan
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg01200.html (6,978 bytes)

48. Re: Rivergate tranny mount (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Aug 2006 13:27:46 -0700 (PDT)
Grinding a bolt to a point seems to be a good option. I've tried drift punches, phillips screwdrivers, etc. and still cannot get lineup. For some reason the mount seems to be in a real bind up-and-do
/html/spridgets/2006-08/msg01214.html (6,790 bytes)

49. Intake Manifold need (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 3 Oct 2006 12:50:32 -0700 (PDT)
I purchased a Weber and intake from Pierce Manifolds for my new 1275 (K011 45 DCOE X1 ) and lo and behold, it appears the manifold places the carb such that the hood won't close...can anyone recommen
/html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00081.html (6,510 bytes)

50. Minor purchase (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 9 Oct 2006 06:25:05 -0700 (PDT)
My wife wants her own LBC. She's thinking Mini, but recently we've seen a couple Morris Minors she thought were great. We looked at one this weekend that ran, but was a real rust disaster - asking pr
/html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00179.html (6,739 bytes)

51. Minor on eBay (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 9 Oct 2006 09:29:43 -0700 (PDT)
Could anyone offer an opinion on this Minor? Here's a chance to demonstrate your experstise! eBay - 190039478659 Thanks, Joe Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around
/html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00181.html (6,574 bytes)

52. MGB question (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2006 04:28:00 -0700 (PDT)
Did the MGB GT ever come with a factory option cloth moonroof? See the eBay item 130035250187. This might be a kinda cool car if you live where it's dry...but wouldn't that folded back moonroof sound
/html/spridgets/2006-10/msg00247.html (7,360 bytes)

53. Timing chain cover and other (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2006 08:44:59 -0800 (PST)
I'm finally going to finish my Sprite 1275 conversion after getting distracted by a rebuild of my son's turbo Subaru project and a quick trip to the Dark Side where I picked up a 72 GT6...but I need
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg00509.html (7,300 bytes)

54. fitting in head (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, 12 Nov 2006 06:14:39 -0800 (PST)
Forgive my ingorance..There is a tapped fitting in the smog head on my new 1275, just back of the thermostat and down on the side, facing the passenger side. It looks 1/2" NPT...it's gotta go into th
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg00570.html (7,046 bytes)

55. lower ground strap (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 14 Nov 2006 16:31:16 -0800 (PST)
When I pulled my engine I "sacrificed" the lower ground strap - the woven steel flat one. What are the proper attachment points? I'm going to have to replace it with an insulated one... Joe Lansing 6
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg00622.html (6,447 bytes)

56. How tight is too tight? (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, 19 Nov 2006 15:48:35 -0800 (PST)
I assembled my new 1275 last august. Lubed everything I should have. When complete the engine was tight, but turned over using a socket and short breaker bar - pretty much one-handed. I mated it with
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg00813.html (7,526 bytes)

57. Bleeding Rivergate slave (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, 24 Nov 2006 15:48:45 -0800 (PST)
Anyone have experience filling/bleeding a new Rivergate oversize clutch slave? It seems on mine the bleeder nipple is extra small, and even opening it 1/2 to 3/4 turn allows air in thru the threads (
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg01057.html (6,940 bytes)

58. How tight is too tight cont. (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 25 Nov 2006 09:59:03 -0800 (PST)
OK - my new 1275 is back out and on the engine stand because the gear redustion starter wuioldn't spin it. The engine has sat for 3 months since assembly now. I spun it with a breaker bar, and it qui
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg01068.html (7,894 bytes)

59. Re: How tight is too tight cont. (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 25 Nov 2006 17:33:31 -0800 (PST)
Unfortunately my engine stand won't allow a flywheel to be mounted - not enough clearance. I guess I'll hang it off the picker, mount the starter and flywheel and give it a whirl... Joe Lansing Ever
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg01096.html (7,666 bytes)

60. It is too tight (score: 1)
Author: Joe Lansing <kidjoevid@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 28 Nov 2006 07:46:35 -0800 (PST)
I'm pretty convinced my shade tree mechanic skills have screwed up my rebuild on my new 1275. It is so tight I can't get the gear reduction starter to spin it. I need to determine where to look for m
/html/spridgets/2006-11/msg01149.html (7,618 bytes)


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