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Re: 1275A+ with a 5 speed?

To: rob thomas <rob@thomasr.greatxscape.net>
Subject: Re: 1275A+ with a 5 speed?
Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2000 04:55:08 -0500
Cc: tom zylla <bugeyeguy@yahoo.com>, Spridgets <spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <200011130059_MC2-BAA2-D52B@compuserve.com> <000d01c04ede$4570cae0$7cc7883e@pbncomputer>
The starter is in the same place with a Datsun 5-speed. I didn't have any
problems with the dizzy or oil filter in my Bugeye.

Roger Cotting
60 Sprite(2)
73 Midget
80 TR8
95 Mitsu 3000GT

rob thomas wrote:

> Just one thought.  Does the Datsun box require the moving of the starter?
> Is it upwards?  If so, you might (?) have clearance troubles on the casting
> where the oil filter protrudes from above the distributor.  Preeeetty tight
> to get the dizzy in between the filter and starter on a good day!  Don't
> forget to cut the tabs off the rear of the sump too.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> > FROM:   tom zylla, INTERNET:bugeyeguy@yahoo.com
>
> > Anyone know if the Rivergate 5 speed conversion (as
> > sold by Mini Mania) will fit on a 1275 A+ block?

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