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141. Re: Power Tune Book for Midgets (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Fri, 21 Feb 1997 08:38:23 -0800 (PST)
Trevor, I have both the first and second editions of the book (both worth having), and your hunch is correct. Since the book is largely based on the autor's personel experiences and he has a 1275, th
/html/mgs/1997-02/msg01031.html (7,944 bytes)

142. Re: Nuts (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Fri, 21 Feb 1997 16:46:41 -0800 (PST)
It's OK, Phil, we are not that picky around here. Make sure you send it _at least_ once! Ulix __/__,__ .......................................................... (_o____o_)..... '67 Sprite
/html/mgs/1997-02/msg01060.html (7,261 bytes)

143. Re: Midget Steering Wheel (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 1997 09:18:41 -0800 (PST)
Mike and John, I have one. It is very nice looking. Closer examination shows that the rim is plastic, but you can't see that when it is installed. The spokes are a dull stainless I think. They could
/html/mgs/1997-02/msg01155.html (7,983 bytes)

144. RE: taut tonneaus (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 1997 18:40:20 -0800 (PST)
We actually did apply Armor All to a formerly black Fiat Spider that was severely faded from the AZ sun. It looked stunning for a couple of days... Ulix __/__,__ .....................................
/html/mgs/1997-02/msg01182.html (8,421 bytes)

145. Re: taut tonneaus (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 1997 21:53:07 -0800 (PST)
That didn't work for me. I lived in Tucson, AZ at the time and several times tried to stretch my tonneau by letting it get hot in the desert sun and then stretching it to some of the studs that it wo
/html/mgs/1997-02/msg01187.html (8,872 bytes)

146. Re: Just got a 74 Midget! (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Sat, 2 Nov 1996 14:38:47 -0800 (PST)
Congrats! A 74 Midget was my first LBC. Winner's Circle Catalog page 13: WCM200 "An early MGB manifold is cut and welded to fit the A series motor $125.00" Have fun, Ulix __/__,__ ...................
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00056.html (6,978 bytes)

147. Re: Combustion Theory (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Tue, 5 Nov 1996 13:23:47 -0800 (PST)
I want to go a little more into detail here. Valve overlap really comes into play at high rpms, and it is necessary because of the inertia of the fuel/air mixture. Without overlap, the intake valve o
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00247.html (9,520 bytes)

148. RE:midget door hinges and windsceen removal (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Tue, 5 Nov 1996 17:18:24 -0800 (PST)
Come on, it's not that bad. To put the frame with new seal back on the car: Get help from 1 or 2 friends. Cover the cowl (is that the right term?) with rags, then lower the frame. Then, as you contin
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00261.html (7,488 bytes)

149. Re: Color-coded leaks (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 1996 13:29:27 -0800 (PST)
Yes, Eastwood sells this kit. You can also buy some chemical to help find windshield leaks. I guess you add it to the rain... Ulix __/__,__ ..........................................................
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00310.html (7,386 bytes)

150. Re: Club member now has an MGF, IN THE US! (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 1996 17:16:12 -0800 (PST)
Doug, my guess is that if you drive your 69 B because that is the kind of car you love, and not because you can't afford a Miata, (I am sure it is the former), a drive in the F would reveal that you
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00383.html (7,794 bytes)

151. Re: Spax tube shock conversion (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 1996 17:58:10 -0800 (PST)
Jay, sorry, but I think it was damn Ralph Nader who did that to us. Bumper height and minimum impact requirement in the US of A. In Europe they say "Damn those Amricans for messing up our cars!" sinc
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00554.html (7,683 bytes)

152. Re: Leaky tires and some non-LBC content that the devil makes me post. (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 1996 18:03:39 -0800 (PST)
Trevor, I have only had good experiences with tire foams. I have used them on beater cars on which the tires were far from new anyway. They don't work on tubes, but they always worked on tubeless tir
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg00557.html (7,369 bytes)

153. Re: Parts prices listings (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 1996 22:48:23 -0800 (PST)
Winner's Circle specializes in race parts for Spridgets. They can be cheaper than Mini Mania and their catalog has a price list. Call (216)333-4666. No annoying disclaimer. Ulix __/__,__ ............
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01127.html (7,321 bytes)

154. Re: Condensation (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 1996 23:10:55 -0800 (PST)
I would second the opinion that while Rain X is great, Fog X doesn't work nearly as well. Try it, though, I only tried it on a non-LBC (blush)... Ulix __/__,__ .......................................
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01128.html (8,804 bytes)

155. Re: Midget 1275 idling behaviour (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 1996 23:19:54 -0800 (PST)
Eric, on the SUs, mixture enrichment and fast idle are adjustable independently. So you should run your car until the engine is completely warm, then adjust the regular idle to spec. Next time the en
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01129.html (7,563 bytes)

156. Re: Condensation (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Wed, 20 Nov 1996 17:17:35 -0800 (PST)
I doubt that very seriously. Would you care to elaborate? Ulix __/__,__ .......................................................... (_o____o_)..... '67 Sprite
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01226.html (8,644 bytes)

157. Re: Rear Axel gear ratios for street and autocross (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 1996 23:20:59 -0800 (PST)
Jay, you are correct, the 4.2 was original, the other is a 3.9 from a later 1275/early 1500, and the 3.7 is from a later 1500. You are asking for autocross/street. The answers would probably the two
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01553.html (8,197 bytes)

158. Re: MGB brakes/braided lines (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 1996 13:54:18 -0800 (PST)
About 2 years ago, I put braided lines on my car. At the time, I called Moss and asked if they had them. They told me that they didn't carry them because the lines didn't have a DOT approval. I think
/html/mgs/1996-11/msg01597.html (8,439 bytes)

159. RE:Overheating caused by timing problems? (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 1996 11:42:53 -0700 (PDT)
Interesting point. What constitutes overheating? David apparently defines it as when the water starts to boil. But does the motor experience increased wear or permanent damage at temperatures below 2
/html/mgs/1996-10/msg00058.html (7,718 bytes)

160. Re: Part suppliers? (fwd) (score: 1)
Author: Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 1996 17:01:52 -0700 (PDT)
I have also ordered from Dick and have been pleased. However, it is not correct that he shops for the best prices for you. You have to tell him which vendor you want your whole order from and supply
/html/mgs/1996-10/msg00068.html (7,999 bytes)


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