> Note that the Bentley manual makes a couple of mildly annoying
> assumptions, to wit that you are working on a new, clean car
> and that you have every factory tool ever made (including the
> elusive 18G 389 and 18G 389(C), right Andy and Roger?). At
Scott, I checked my old mail, and the tools needed were clearly the
18G 389 and 18G 389(B). How you could make such a terribly heinous
mistake is beyond my comprehension.
Bentley, in some cases (such as the 18G 389 and 18G 389(B)), give a
handy little picture of the tool, so you can cobble one up in your
garage, if you're inclined to that type of recreation.
> You should also get a Haynes manual, as they do a complete teardown
> on a somewhat used car and often have interesting tips on how
> to get things out. But they still use the Big Lie of Technical
> Writers everywhere -- "Installation is the reverse of removal."
> Right, and childbirth is just like intercourse only backwards...
This type of instruction is especially helpful when, once you've
unbolted the plate and pried (I'm sorry, gently prised) it off, 43
parts dump out on your floor. "I put it together just like it came
apart, but it rattles now. Any ideas?"
> (Likewise, Mr. Time Bomb Demolition Squad, you should be aware of any
> books on MG Midgets to give you hints about some of the components on
> your new Blazin' Racemobile.)
Yes, Mr. Self-Basting, if you want either Haynes or Bentley manuals,
you can get them easily at BMS. Let me know if you want them picked
up.
andy
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