- 21. Re: oil consumption (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 8 Jul 2005 09:30:17 -0700
- When I had an MGB, I found that the oil level would rapidly drop from MAX to about half, but would then stay at half for a long time. I don't know why it did this, but another lister confirmed that
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00057.html (8,143 bytes)
- 22. Re: website-OFF TOPIC (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Thu, 21 Jul 2005 15:28:14 -0700
- or The Gimp. Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00251.html (6,945 bytes)
- 23. OT: How Do You Pronounce Marque (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 17:25:14 -0700
- Try these links: http://www.hyperdic.net/dic/marque.htm http://www.thefreedictionary.com/marque Both agree with your pronunciation. Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00282.html (7,110 bytes)
- 24. Re: Intake openings (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 21:46:36 -0700
- I think it depends on what year you have. Only the late models had vacuum retard, I believe. Other than that, the vacuum advance only advances the timing in conditions OTHER than wide open throttle.
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00288.html (7,205 bytes)
- 25. Re: Marque (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 10:04:55 -0700
- In British english, "marquee" also means a large tent -- ok, here is a dictionary definition: "The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48" Marquee Mar*quee", n. F. marquise, misunde
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00297.html (6,895 bytes)
- 26. Re: This is scary stuff (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 19:30:41 -0700
- A couple or more years ago, someone on the list pointed to the Sunpro "Inductive engine analyzer" for sale at a good price -- I bought one then. I can see one on Ebay now for $29.99: http://cgi.ebay.
- /html/mgs/2005-07/msg00314.html (7,545 bytes)
- 27. Re: Where Can I get some Kumho "Euro Metric 771" (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Mon, 13 Jun 2005 20:49:14 -0700
- My MGA is running on 185/70-15s (on 48-spoke wires), and I was planning on getting some new tyres of the same size to replace the worn ones. Anyone care to comment on the relative merits of 165/80 v
- /html/mgs/2005-06/msg00122.html (7,195 bytes)
- 28. Re: NON - MG Computer Problem (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 17 Jun 2005 14:00:28 -0700
- This sounds like some kind of spyware has infested your computer, although it could also be a virus. I suggest that you download and run AdAware: http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part
- /html/mgs/2005-06/msg00187.html (9,316 bytes)
- 29. Re: Wire Wheel Rubber Band (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Mon, 2 May 2005 15:26:43 -0700
- Has anyone got any suggestions on places in the SF Bay area to get worn tires on wire wheels replaced? I was planning to go to British Wire Wheel, but Fresno is a bit of a drive. Rgds, Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00022.html (7,592 bytes)
- 30. Re: Air horns (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Mon, 16 May 2005 16:55:36 -0700
- Your item number is slightly wrong. Here is a link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4550567691&category=42606&sspagename=WDVW While we are on the subject of horns,
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00214.html (7,065 bytes)
- 31. Re: Air horns (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Tue, 17 May 2005 10:57:05 -0700
- The horn definitely did not work. The insides were rusted out. I guess at some point the seals failed and while draining the radiator, coolant got inside. The horn was shorted out. I had to remove i
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00221.html (6,532 bytes)
- 32. Re: Brake Fluid Recommend Type (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Thu, 19 May 2005 11:13:13 -0700
- Is it? I can buy gallon containers of the stuff at my local parts store (SF Bay Area) Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00244.html (6,811 bytes)
- 33. Re: Is it just me ...or (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 18:39:34 -0700
- I don't think "they" even attempt to get the car -- just the money. Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00305.html (7,151 bytes)
- 34. Re: Roadster Psychology (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Tue, 31 May 2005 14:27:37 -0700
- Put the hood down? I can't remember the last time I put my MGA's hood up! I recall though, that with the hood up, I hear more mecahnical noise -- the engine is louder. With the hood down, the engine
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00383.html (7,467 bytes)
- 35. Re: Helping Hands (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Tue, 31 May 2005 17:10:23 -0700
- The "reports" link from the "dummy" page goes to http://www.justbrits.com/report.html This page returns a 404 (Not Found) error. Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-05/msg00389.html (6,819 bytes)
- 36. Re: Fw: It's not all over (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2005 14:27:32 -0700
- Very funny! For our Americal friends: P45 = pink slip (well, not exactly: P45s are issued to anyone who leaves their job, voluntarily or involuntarily) Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-04/msg00146.html (7,070 bytes)
- 37. Re: Fw: It's not all over (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2005 14:29:01 -0700
- Very funny! For our American friends: P45 = pink slip (well, not exactly: P45s are issued to anyone who leaves their job, voluntarily or involuntarily) Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-04/msg00147.html (7,068 bytes)
- 38. Uneven wear on front tires (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Wed, 27 Apr 2005 11:38:14 -0700
- My right front tire is worn on the outer side. The left front has worn evenly. What is causing this and what is the solution? Simon
- /html/mgs/2005-04/msg00309.html (6,567 bytes)
- 39. Re: V5 for sale on eBay??? (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Thu, 28 Apr 2005 09:44:48 -0700
- Some years ago, someone posted an email to this list (see link below), which describes a lawsuit in which the bulk of a car was seperated from its VIN tag and the owners of each both claimed to have
- /html/mgs/2005-04/msg00328.html (7,625 bytes)
- 40. Re: Alternator connector - contact removal (score: 1)
- Author: Simon Matthews <simon.d.matthews@gmail.com>
- Date: Thu, 28 Apr 2005 11:45:06 -0700
- Soldering should help, but I would caution you to note the comment on this page: http://www.teamnovak.com/How_to/How_To_Solder/solder.htm SOLDER JOINT BASICS Before solder is applied, a good mechanic
- /html/mgs/2005-04/msg00332.html (7,189 bytes)
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