Gush away, Chris....
Andy
Christopher Delling wrote:
>
> For those who don't already know, hold onto your shorts (or Depends for the
>OF's).
>
> Inclusive of shipping charges, it came to about $135. I don't question it's
>cost. This cover is machined from a billet of aluminum. The breather vent is
>machined with drain-backs, and the quality/finish is somthing that I am proud
>to have on my car. Based on the fact that these a machined in low quantity,
>the set-up time alone is significant.
>
> Now, I said the cost is in-line with what I would expect for such a part.
>The value of the part will depend upon the individual. For me, it was worth
>it. For others, I am sure they would see it as "a fool and his money..."
>
> Regards,
>
> Chris Delling
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Art Pfenninger [SMTP:ch155@FreeNet.Buffalo.EDU]
> Sent: Friday, March 13, 1998 1:23 PM
> To: Christopher Delling
> Cc: 'mgs@autox.team.net'
> Subject: Re: British Automotive, and Tappet Covers.
>
> How much is "not cheap"?
> ..Art
>
> On Thu, 12 Mar 1998, Christopher Delling wrote:
>
> >
> > What with Andy's gushing over Doug Jackson and British Automotive, I
>thought I would throw my $.02 in.
> >
> > Following up on the thread a few weeks ago on tappet covers, I eventually
>purchased Doug's tappet cover kit. It ain't cheap, but I would not hesitate
>to recommend it. It is finished to a very high level of quality, and does
>exactly what Doug advertises - provides very simple and positive sealing of
>the tappet area, with no concerns of gasket squeeze out, or cover misalignment.
> >
> > For this chronic weak point of MG design, this thing does the trick, and
>for me, I would rather spend the money than fart around with the damn things
>any longer.
> >
> > This is one mans opinion, and I have no interest here, but thought I would
>pass some info along.
> >
> > REgards,
> >
> > Chris Delling
> >
> >
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