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Re: Happy New 5speed?

To: "bob marley" <a58bugi@hotmail.com>, spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Happy New 5speed?
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2000 19:13:44 -0700
Chris
I installed a 5 speed with the Rivergate kit (either kit is great I
understand) in my '72 Midget this past spring.  All the other "installees"
on the list said I would love it.  It was all that was promoised and more.
I had a great summer.  No.  Make that a FANTASTIC summer.  
Still smilin! :))
Dave

At 05:59 PM 12/28/00 -0800, bob marley wrote:
>Hello list.
>
>You have been great help to me when I needed advice on my head... leaking. ( 
>1275 engine head =)
>
>Now I would like your current opinion and help on what to do to my bugeye.
>
>Here is the long story.. kidding. SHORT story.
>
>I was out for a drive on hwy 101 in southern california.  Stopped for a red 
>light.  The light turned green so I started out in first gear (real easy.)  
>I shifted into second gear (always had to double clutch it) and CLANK GRInD 
>clankity grind...Quickly shifted into 3rd and got the car home by avoiding 
>second gear.
>
>My second gear must be toast!
>
>***I need your current advice and opinions on what to do next.***
>
>Here are my car's SPECS.....
>
>My rear end ratio is:
>3.90:1
>
>Tires:
>175 70r13s bfgs
>
>Motor:
>1275 with 1 1/4 INCH SU-HS2's
>
>Transmission:
>smooth case (with broken second gear)
>
>1) ***Should I put a Datsun 5spd in with a Rivergate kit?***
>or
>2) ***Should I put a rib case back in the car?***
>
>I live in southern california and plan to keep my car for a long time.  Your 
>advice, experiences, opinions are welcomed.
>
>Sincerely,
>
>Chris
>58 bugeye =)
>_________________________________________________________________

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