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341. Re: getting the MG started. (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Tue, 25 Dec 2001 13:08:03 -0600; The best thing to do after you done all the rest is to make sure there is oil pressure. Leave the plugs out, and crank the engine until there is oil pressure on the gauge. It may take 30-60 seconds i; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00525.html (6,618 bytes)
342. Re: Volvo 4 cyl turbo in a B (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 27 Dec 2001 10:29:10 -0600; It is quite possible that the Datsun/Nissan engine in a B is true. The Datsun Fair Lady had an engine built under license from Brithish Leyland. In fact, some parts, such as the camshaft, were interc; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00540.html (6,768 bytes)
343. Re: Blown Head gasket (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 31 Dec 2001 09:52:36 -0600; Depending on what your ultimate goals for the car are, you may consider: Instead of skimming the head, have it milled to increase compression. Install larger valves (for example the valves on the L h; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00633.html (7,928 bytes)
344. Re: ID'ing engine parts (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 31 Dec 2001 10:02:12 -0600; I believe the oil filter adapters from the 18V engines will fit the early blocks. If you use the adapter where the filter is on top, you can use the PH8A filter (Older Ford) of the 111 filter. Just m; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00634.html (6,990 bytes)
345. Re: Blown Head Gasket (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 31 Dec 2001 14:01:14 -0600; There is aobut 40000 miles on my car since I rebuilt the engine. I did not use hardened valve seats. This spring when I had to do a head gasket, I had the head and valves checked. There was no proble; /html/mgs/2001-12/msg00654.html (8,567 bytes)
346. re: engine problems (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Sat, 3 Nov 2001 16:37:36 -0600; What was the outside temp? It is possible that you had vapor lock. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool ///; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00051.html (6,703 bytes)
347. RE: I must be going nuts (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 15:48:30 -0600; The trick is to have a bunch of cars all the same color so that the spouse doesn't notice one more. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/major; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00114.html (7,114 bytes)
348. re: electrical problems (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 19:02:35 -0600; Yes, the red light is your warning light for alternator output. Normally if the light glows dimly, one of the diodes in the alternator is faulty, but the battery should still charge. If this is a new; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00192.html (7,286 bytes)
349. Re: MGB Help (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 19:09:55 -0600; You do not need to remove the steering gear. I have done it several times. This can be down with our without the engine in place. Remove the bolts holding the mount to the bracket. If the engine is i; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00193.html (7,549 bytes)
350. Re: Rubber bumper crash test (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2001 19:17:33 -0600; I don't know what the ratings are, but I am told that the rubber bumper B's meet all current crash tests, except for side impact. BTW, I have been in two accidents with my RB. The worst one had me as; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00196.html (8,587 bytes)
351. RE; An electircal problem (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 9 Nov 2001 18:24:05 -0600; The alternator light goes out when the alternator is putting out amperage. Unlike the warning light for the dynamo, it will not glow if the draw on the battery is greater then the charge to the batte; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00247.html (6,677 bytes)
352. re: procedure to remove transmission (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 9 Nov 2001 18:38:09 -0600; Is the trans an OD or standard. If Standard, Ken's description is correct, except he forgot to mention disconnecting the reverse light switch and the TCSA switch. If an OD, you have to disconnect the; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00248.html (6,896 bytes)
353. RE: An electrical problem (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Sat, 10 Nov 2001 12:35:59 -0600; The dynamo used a mechanical (electrical?) system to operate the bulb. If the current flowed from the battery it would light, if it flowed to the battery it wouldn't. A simple diode did the trick. Th; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00254.html (7,523 bytes)
354. RE: Compressor advise (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Thu, 15 Nov 2001 20:56:40 -0600; If you are going to be using a spray gun, consider an oiless compressor. Oil getting into the airstream can cause bullseyes in the paint. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00358.html (6,370 bytes)
355. RE: Exhaust Leak (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2001 16:36:13 -0600; First, check to see if you are using the right gasket. Often in the kits you get a paper/cardboard gasket. What you need is a metal gasket, with a fiber core. Most auto parts shops or muffler chop sh; /html/mgs/2001-11/msg00707.html (7,182 bytes)
356. re: Last weekend (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 1 Oct 2001 15:32:26 -0500; The ballast resistor is good. I would check for broken wires, or more likely an ignition module that is going bad. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.ne; /html/mgs/2001-10/msg00018.html (6,482 bytes)
357. Re: coolant loss (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Mon, 1 Oct 2001 15:34:41 -0500; You are right about the highest temp after shutting it down, but for the wrong With the engine off, the water pump is not running, and the coolant in the head just sits there and collects heat. Mayna; /html/mgs/2001-10/msg00019.html (6,368 bytes)
358. Re: Last weekend (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Tue, 2 Oct 2001 08:15:07 -0500; The ignition module location can vary depending on the model and who insalled it. Some have a box that is screwed on the inner fender, others are totally enclosed in the distributor. Maynard Hirsch /; /html/mgs/2001-10/msg00041.html (6,492 bytes)
359. RE: Brake Fluids (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2001 15:27:19 -0500; Dot 3 and Dot 4 brake fluids are chemically compatible. In the early days, British cars used natural rubber seals in the brake system and they were not compatabile with all dot 3 fluids. If all the s; /html/mgs/2001-10/msg00158.html (7,174 bytes)
360. Re; Identification of bracket (score: 1): Author: "mghirsch" <mghirsch@netzero.net>; Date: Fri, 5 Oct 2001 15:35:39 -0500; I beleive the bracket shown is for the overflow pipes of the HS4 carbs. Maynard Hirsch /// /// mgs@autox.team.net mailing list /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool ///; /html/mgs/2001-10/msg00159.html (6,351 bytes)

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