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221. Re: Tires (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2000 18:02:32 -0600
The 185/70R14's should be ok, but I have seen people who had clearance problems. Their rear axle wasn't exactly at the center of the car, though, because the tire only scraped one side. I think they
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01674.html (8,277 bytes)

222. Re: What are the studs for? (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Wed, 30 Aug 2000 17:44:06 -0600
They are for the tonneau - the flaps on the tonneau should have "lift the dot" fastners that fit to these to make the tonneau cover tight when on and down. Phil Bates
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01723.html (6,917 bytes)

223. Re: Misleading Vendors (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Thu, 31 Aug 2000 17:33:29 -0600
I have the opposite situation - A 1500 head on an 1800 blockin my MGA. Compression pressure is just fine (144), but I seem to have quite a bit of power (compared to my stock 1800 MGB). I should have
/html/mgs/2000-08/msg01770.html (7,353 bytes)

224. Re: Montana trip. (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Wed, 05 Jul 2000 18:03:42 -0600
I live about an hour drive from Craters - the last eruption is supposed to be from 2000 years ago, and it is supposed to go off about every 2000 years - so watch out. I'm also about 2 hours from yell
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg00173.html (9,121 bytes)

225. Re: Passed breathalyzer (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Sun, 09 Jul 2000 13:16:03 -0600
If you were going to de-smog your MGB, it could be easily done. Just go back to the original MGB set-up - simple ignition with simple advance, two non-smog SU's, a PCV valve. None of that other stuff
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg00372.html (8,034 bytes)

226. Re: Question about using the clutch (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Sun, 09 Jul 2000 17:24:49 -0600
Actually, keeping your foot down on the clutch pedal at a light or something is unlikely to wear out the clutch itself (although I guess it could) but it is hard on throw-out bearings. When you push
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg00378.html (9,263 bytes)

227. Re: RPM=MPG? (Justifying OD) (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2000 22:47:59 -0600
I don't know about Tab and Stewart, but I have driven my MGB with a 4 synchro non-overdrive, and with a 3 synchro overdrive, and without using the overdrive. I drive 30 miles each way every day to wo
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg00750.html (10,260 bytes)

228. Re: RPM=MPG? (Justifying OD) (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2000 18:29:48 -0600
Well officially the car is tuned very well - good compression, valves are at proper clearance, timing is correct, carbs tuned etc. BUT (that's my big butt) my MGA (with an MGB motor and rear axle rat
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg00843.html (8,824 bytes)

229. Re: Flat Top Pistons - Why? (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2000 18:08:13 -0600
I'm not the one looking for the flat top pistons, but the answer was in the original message. MORE POWER due to a HIGHER COMPRESSION RATIO. Yes, it may add some wear on the engine, but not much. More
/html/mgs/2000-07/msg01451.html (7,268 bytes)

230. Re: Ideal MGB Year? (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2000 19:15:45 -0600
Depends on what you want. For simplicity, and classic looks, most say '67 or before. They have the chrome bumpers (and overriders), a lower ride, no emmissions, a metal dash, the vertical slatted gri
/html/mgs/2000-06/msg00063.html (8,939 bytes)

231. Re: Ideal MGB Year? - now MGA (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2000 18:04:43 -0600
Better think about that statement on the A. I have both - a '67 B and a '58 A. I drive the A more, but the B is a lot more comfortable. The A has a stiffer frame adn suspension (or so it seems to me)
/html/mgs/2000-06/msg00146.html (8,840 bytes)

232. Re: MGAs/MGBs (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Mon, 05 Jun 2000 19:20:39 -0600
Maybe I have to get my gas pedal mechanism straightened out somewhere. I have plenty of room for my left leg (left hand drive car), and can get it comfortable, but my right leg is always bent awkward
/html/mgs/2000-06/msg00346.html (8,192 bytes)

233. Re: MGAs/MGBs (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Tue, 06 Jun 2000 17:59:32 -0600
The B is a '67. The A, however, has a 3 main MGB motor with a 1500 head (which doesn't breathe as well, but seems to work fine at my altitude - 4800ft). I also put in MGB rear axle gearing. So, theor
/html/mgs/2000-06/msg00409.html (7,573 bytes)

234. Re: Tires (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Thu, 04 May 2000 20:24:26 -0600
I have Avon Turbosteel 165 14's. They are sticky enough, and they are also cheap. I think I got them at British Wire Wheel for something more like $60 each than the Coker $138. I'm not sure which Cok
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg00214.html (7,601 bytes)

235. Re: Fuel pump question (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Sun, 21 May 2000 16:32:26 -0600
Is it an SU pump?? You may have to check and/or clean the points. Also - "removed for painting" - I would double check to see that you have a good ground that is not painted over - of course you said
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg00895.html (8,428 bytes)

236. oil pumps (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Tue, 23 May 2000 21:03:00 -0600
I am considering replacing he oil pump on my MGA. The car has a 3 main bearing 1800 MGB motor. It typically runs low on oil pressure, and since the bearings were replaced less than 10,000 miles back,
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg00992.html (6,811 bytes)

237. Re: 52 MG-TD replicar (VW) (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Wed, 24 May 2000 22:13:29 -0600
OK, don't get too irritated here. The reality is that my father and I built that car together 17 years ago, and it is what started my interest in cars. You can see for yourself where that interest ha
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg01066.html (8,016 bytes)

238. Re: Car lists (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Thu, 25 May 2000 00:45:18 -0600
I really think this conversation is a waste of time and band width, but since it was pointed at me from the start, I will address some points. First of all, the person objecting could have simply sen
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg01074.html (11,583 bytes)

239. Re: Should I use Sealant on a Freeze Plug? (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Mon, 29 May 2000 13:22:49 -0600
Yes, you should. If I remember correctly what you want is Permatex aircraft gasket sealent. It comes in a short white jug with a brush on the lid, and is a dark brown sticky, heavy fluid. Phil Bates
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg01408.html (7,156 bytes)

240. Re: Still having problems! (score: 1)
Author: Phil Bates <jello@ida.net>
Date: Mon, 29 May 2000 13:28:30 -0600
Sounds like an intermittant (sp?) electrical problem. Check the ignition wires and connectors - particularly on the switch (key), coil, and distributor. Other than that I can't be of much help. Motor
/html/mgs/2000-05/msg01409.html (8,285 bytes)


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