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21. Sticking thottle cable WAS RE: throttle return spring (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 9 Sep 2004 11:06:49 -0400; This is interesting in that I was having difficult with the throttle cable binding on my 80 mgb. Basically the pedal was 'hard'. Thought it was too much spring initially, then realized it began after; /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00077.html (9,814 bytes)
22. RE: Throttle Shaft leakage (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 9 Sep 2004 11:56:24 -0400; Well, the symptom is that as the car warms up, I can't get the idle down below 1500 RPM. I've checked for vacuum leaks using carb cleaner spray at all the usual suspect locations with no change. I've; /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00081.html (8,781 bytes)
23. RE: Throttle Shaft leakage (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 9 Sep 2004 13:59:20 -0400; Truly useful info! Thanks! -- -- Marc Siegel, Charm Net, LLC. eMail: smarc@abs.net Baltimore, MD http://www.charm.net voice: 410/361-8160 Much better to re-bush. If you go oversize on the shafts you; /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00087.html (8,812 bytes)
24. What a gas... (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Mon, 27 Sep 2004 10:00:26 -0400; I was laughing about stupid car stuff with a friend yesterday, when he jokingly suggested putting NOS on the MGB. Now, I have NO intention of doing so, but curious if anyone BTDT? -- -- Marc Siegel,; /html/mgs/2004-09/msg00180.html (6,898 bytes)
25. RE: Seeking List Comments (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2004 20:35:08 -0400; I'd go with selection B, with A being a second choice. The large "fart can" look is to be avoided at all costs! -- Marc Siegel Charm Net LLC. Baltimore, MD 410-361-8160 www.charm.net -- Outgoing mail; /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00136.html (8,797 bytes)
26. Maryland Monsoons (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Mon, 12 Jul 2004 09:41:45 -0400; Here in Maryland last Wednesday, we had some torrential rains. There was so much water coming across my property that it actually flooded my garage. There were things floating in the two & a half inc; /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00250.html (7,503 bytes)
27. RE: Front spring compression tool (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Mon, 12 Jul 2004 20:18:11 -0400; When I pulled the whole assembly, I was faced with the same dilemma. I used some flat bar stock, drilled a hole in each piece, and used some allthread and nuts as a makeshift clamp. Be real careful!; /html/mgs/2004-07/msg00262.html (9,064 bytes)
28. Clutch plumbing (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2004 09:29:03 -0400; I installed the replacement line from my clutch master cyl to the slave this weekend on my '80B. Started out with a tubing bender, but quickly realized there was no way I was going to be able to do t; /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00414.html (8,177 bytes)
29. RE: Clutch plumbing (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2004 15:33:07 -0400; Well, the first reason is probably my lack of plumbing skills, the second reason was lack of clearance to actually snake a properly bent pipe in, or out for that matter. I can't snake the old one out; /html/mgs/2004-06/msg00427.html (9,647 bytes)
30. RE: Hot weather overheating (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Fri, 28 May 2004 17:09:53 -0400; I don't know about water wetter (what is it anyway, a surfactant like a mild soap?) but it's my understanding that plain water is highly corrosive. Doesn't seem like a good idea for an engine that yo; /html/mgs/2004-05/msg00596.html (8,783 bytes)
31. RE: Was Carb & Trans Oil Questions now shifter (score: 1): Author: "smarc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2004 14:29:28 -0400; If I was going to hack saw that lever, I'd thread a nut or a die on first to act as a guide, and to clear the threads after cutting. Probably remove the lever and chuck it in a vise. I was interested; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00153.html (7,569 bytes)
32. High idle was: Re: Carb & Trans Oil Questions (score: 1): Author: "Marc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2004 12:54:49 -0400; I was all prepared to solder shut my poppets to solve the high idle problem, but figured I would check everything else before diving in. Car idles fine, about 700 - 800 rpm when cold, but as it warms; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00188.html (8,128 bytes)
33. which vacuum source... (score: 1): Author: "Marc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2004 14:36:54 -0400; I looked back over the archives, but didn't come up with a firm answer to I have an 80' B which has been converted to dual HIF's and old style exhaust. Has the 45D distributor with the factory CEI el; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00294.html (7,105 bytes)
34. Slave cyl hose (score: 1): Author: "Marc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2004 19:40:07 -0400; I need to change the flex hose that connects the clutch slave cylinder to the line from the master. Problem is, that nut just won't crack. I'm using a proper flare wrench on the fitting and the nut.; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00394.html (6,694 bytes)
35. RE: water pump 77MGB (score: 1): Author: "Marc Siegel" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 10:37:00 -0400; FWIW, for $150.00 all inclusive (pump, gasket, coolant, labor) that would not be unreasonable at all. Maybe even if he charged for the coolant, etc... A shop has a fair amount of overhead. If you giv; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00404.html (9,827 bytes)
36. RE: Windshield Wiper Problem (score: 1): Author: "Marc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 20:21:08 -0400; Any further info, experiences, advice, etc, WRT polishing the glass? It's an interesting idea... hurt the refract -- -- Marc Siegel, Charm Net LLC eMail: smarc@abs.net Baltimore, MD http://www.abs.ne; /html/mgs/2004-04/msg00420.html (8,245 bytes)
37. Crank scaper (score: 1): Author: "smarc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2004 11:48:27 -0500; Fact or fiction? Just curious... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=46098&item =2463785025 -- -- Marc Siegel, Charm Net, LLC. eMail: smarc@abs.net Baltimore, MD http://; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00165.html (6,453 bytes)
38. making power above 3800 rpm? (score: 1): Author: "smarc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Tue, 16 Mar 2004 11:18:10 -0500; I'm getting ready to R/R front end bushes, and wheel bearings on my '80 LE in anticipation of another driving season. Been thinking about driving the B's all winter! Can't wait for summer! Previously; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00294.html (8,815 bytes)
39. RE: making power above 3800 rpm? Webers (score: 1): Author: "smarc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2004 10:16:51 -0500; An interesting post, which I enjoyed. I'm not knowledgeable enough to comment on the technical aspects, but as far as converting MGB's to a Weber DGV carb, I have to say that the only justification I; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00370.html (11,581 bytes)
40. Cool car on ebay (score: 1): Author: "smarc" <smarc@abs.net>; Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2004 13:12:30 -0500; Not exactly a daily driver... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2467851424&cat egory=6314; /html/mgs/2004-03/msg00403.html (6,232 bytes)

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