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201. Re: Tyres (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 15:51:49 -0500
I have 185/70R14 on rostyles (80 B) and they seem to work well. They also keep the speedo pretty accurate, as they're very close to the size of the original 160R14. --Steve
/html/mgs/1999-01/msg00984.html (6,975 bytes)

202. Lucas Sport Coil on 1980 MGB (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sat, 23 Jan 1999 23:43:45 -0500
Before buying and installing a Lucas sports coil, I want to make sure that I know what I need to do to get it to work. If I understand the directions on Skye's web page, I need to: 1) Swap the coils
/html/mgs/1999-01/msg01331.html (7,812 bytes)

203. Re: Dumb but understandable mistake (emission control equiped (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 24 Jan 1999 09:42:51 -0500
I have some pictures of the engine compartment of a 1980 MGB that appeared to be in stock condition. I'm not sure if you can see what you need to see, but check out http://www.shoyer.com/html/mgshow
/html/mgs/1999-01/msg01343.html (6,799 bytes)

204. Re: Lucas Sport Coil on 1980 MGB (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1999 00:47:24 -0500
Here's the text from the VB sale flyer that got me started: "Lucas 40,000 Volt Sport Coil Gives Your Car Power & Reliability 40,000 volts - for use with electronic or point ignition. 12 volt positive
/html/mgs/1999-01/msg01393.html (12,212 bytes)

205. Re: Gauge Problem (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Thu, 03 Dec 1998 23:49:35 -0500
I basically agree; check the rubber fuel lines in the trunk going to and from the vapor separation tank (in trunk). There are ways to test the fuel tank sending unit electrically (it's a potentiomete
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg00172.html (7,999 bytes)

206. Sill repair vs. new bodyshell (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 07 Dec 1998 00:18:17 -0500
I have a feeling that the sills on my 1980 MGB need to be repaired (judging from other visible rust and the way the doors bind when the car is jacked up). There are some other areas of the car needin
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg00353.html (7,069 bytes)

207. Re: Size of fittings for air injectors on '70 BGT (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Thu, 10 Dec 1998 17:11:59 -0500
On the later ('75-'80) engines, you can plug the holes with 7/16" SAE (fine thread) bolts. I got some Allen-head grub screws for the job from Flying Circus (www.flyingcircuscars.com, fcecltd@aol.com
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg00623.html (7,578 bytes)

208. Re: Guiness price in Euros (was other topic, still non-LBC) (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Thu, 10 Dec 1998 17:26:58 -0500
It should be about 2.5 Euros (according to ww.eurocash.co.uk/euro.htm). --Steve
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg00624.html (7,037 bytes)

209. RE: Interior suppliers (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 20 Dec 1998 00:42:19 -0000
The Proper MG (www.propermg.com) carries beige (the factory color for '80) interior panels and seat kits. Special Interest Car Parts (800-851-5600) also has the individual pieces in beige. I don't ha
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg01111.html (7,394 bytes)

210. Re: Transmission oil (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Dec 1998 21:41:11 -0500
I'm getting nervous with this discussion. I have synthetic 20W50 in my engine and transmission (o/d) in my 1980 MGB. Should I run out and drain it, or can I wait for the next oil change (springtime,
/html/mgs/1998-12/msg01516.html (8,079 bytes)

211. Re: 80 MGB - run-on problem (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 01 Nov 1998 21:56:01 -0500
Here's an explanation I saw on an MGB bulletin board a while back: 1. Engine running condition - the valve is de-energised and is open between the carbon canister connection and the big hose at the b
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00023.html (8,539 bytes)

212. Re: B update and a couple questions (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 01 Nov 1998 22:06:21 -0500
On my '80 B, the red/white wire goes from the dash rheostat to the dash lights. It's fed from a red/green wire that comes from the headlight switch. The white circuits are hot with the ignition on (u
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00024.html (7,552 bytes)

213. Problem with hazard lights (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 09:53:59 -0500
I have a '80 B and my hazard lights don't work right. They only work if the turn signal is on (either direction). The turn signals also work even with the ignition off, which I'd assume is wrong as w
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00043.html (6,523 bytes)

214. Re: Flashing amber on MG legal? :( (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Tue, 03 Nov 1998 22:37:02 -0500
I've been thinking of adding the third brake light, perhaps a string of small lights onto the luggage rack. Can anyone think of a better position? --Steve course, it
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00127.html (7,375 bytes)

215. Re: Where do I find fiberglass body parts? (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Tue, 03 Nov 1998 22:47:59 -0500
Try Smooth Line, 724-274-6002. In addition to hard tops, their catalog offers front fenders, rear quarter panels, rocker panels, and hoods for the MGB. I think they're fiberglass composite. No first-
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00128.html (7,629 bytes)

216. Lucas Sport Coil (was: Early Wiper Arm Removal) (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 1998 10:36:53 -0500
I have an '80 MGB with the factory electronic ignition. Can I use the Lucas sport coil? If not, any other suggestions for a hotter coil? Thanks. --Steve immediately!
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00349.html (7,984 bytes)

217. Re: RV8's (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 09 Nov 1998 17:20:34 -0500
I saw an RV8-style steering wheel for MGBs in an ad from Brown & Gammons (UK) early last year. By the time I tried to order one, they were all gone. Does anyone know if there are steering wheels avai
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg00420.html (6,682 bytes)

218. RE: Supercharging an MGB (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 1998 00:00:29 -0000
There was an article in MG World magazine (Aug/Sep 98) about supercharging an MGA. Not exactly the same thing, but the info might be good background material. The car uses a Judson supercharger. --St
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg01244.html (8,000 bytes)

219. Re: '77 Midget & Weber (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Mon, 30 Nov 1998 13:28:10 -0500
These are observations from the DGV on my 1980 MGB: 1: That's the vacuum connection. The PO of my car just left it open. I connected it to the vacuum advance on the distributor (which I'm not sure is
/html/mgs/1998-11/msg01674.html (7,520 bytes)

220. Re: Was New radio for our 73 B (score: 1)
Author: Steve Shoyer <steve@shoyer.com>
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 1998 00:07:50 -0400
I bought a 1980 B this spring, and it had a fairly cheap-looking AM-FM-cassette stereo from Sears, and I'd be surprised if it cost more than $50. It seemes like it would fit a number of different das
/html/mgs/1998-10/msg00199.html (7,712 bytes)


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