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Yes, but painting is boreing! I live in the English Lake District. Guy "Guy Weller" 22259... MORE
Will be in Cincinnati, Ohio next Fri Sat. and Sun. That is where my son lives and the car is also. Thank you, Bill French frenchww@... 22230... MORE
I need a good working starter for a 1275 that I think is blown. Need to start with a compression check. The one in it looksgood inside, but turns real slow on the bench. Anyone got a good used one for sale or loan?? Hate to invest in a new one if the engine is shot. Bill French frenchww@... 22224... MORE
Must sell getting married and have to cut back on projects, the car was converted to RHD with all parts imported from the UK. New Moss Alum Valve cover and chrome bolts, new transmission, factory motor, webber side draft, 1963 Thomas Denner Bonnet one of the only ones known to be left from the short production run from 61-63. Lots of extra parts needs resto finished. Very rare car with paperwork to back the history. Needs paint and minor floor board patching, also will need interior work, also have custom side curtains with tinted glass. MUST SELL BY NEXT... MORE
the best method is to get them balanced on the car - in the UK, Ford RS dealers had the equipment to do this as it was a particular point on Sierra Cosworths, but with the demise of that car, I don't know if they'll still have the gear. David "David Jacobs" 22123... MORE
Hello all: My midget has developed a slight fuel leak in the main line running under the floor boards. The shop (specializes in Jaguar and other British autos) I've made an appointment with to correct said leak, has given me an option of the normal metal or new plastic fuel lines for replacement. I was told that the two cost "about the same" and will work equally well as many new cars are using the plastic lines. What say you experts online? Does anyone have experience with the plastic lines? What are the pros or cons of this replacement?... MORE
Hello chaps I'm hoping this isn't a problem, but here goes. We took the Sprite (1967 Mk IV) out for a run this afternoon, and we got onto some nice empty country roads in Yorkshire. Two or three times, as we approached small villages, we had to slow down from 60-70 to about 30-40. Each time, as the speed was coming down, I heard several (it varied from one to about four) flatulent sounds from the neighbourhood of the exhaust pipe, almost like backfiring. My brother (who claims to know about these things, but drives a Mustang, so there... MORE
George, Couple of points: Tyres can apparently get "flat spots" caused by brakes being warped or out of "true" And, on complaints - I find letters work far better than e-mails - at least in the uk. For some reason e-mails are treated as ephemeral, and if not dealt with immediately, are unlikely to get a reaction later. A letter to the complaints department, including a footnote to say that a copy is being sent direct to the CEO is more likely to get you a positive reaction. (sorry if I am covering something aready stated, but I have... MORE
Does anyone have an idea where I might locate a master cylinder for a 63 Sprite? No luck with Moss or Victoria British. I ordered the rebuild kit but, I'm not sure that it's going to solve the problem. Is it possible to use the master cylinder from an older car? There seems to be plenty of those around. Thanks "austinbud2002" 22032... MORE
Hi Having just put the half shafts and wheels back on my car - I have found that the diff freewheels if i turn the rear wheels. That is - the propshaft and diff don't turn at all when i spin the rear wheels. This can't be right can it - or am I being dim again! Regards Chris '58 frogeye "howes" 22024... MORE
Third Monday of the month, the Highlands MGOC meet at the Snow Goose near Inverness. Will send more details later, as I'm off to camp for the weekend, having spent a week in Scotland11 Margaret South Lincolnshire (UK) mmbrock88@... 22006... MORE
Go to the group homepage and search the archive there will probably be top (or hood as we confusingly call it over here) fitting advice in there. You also probably want to get a least one manual, factory, bentley or haynes. The other book that will be useful to you is the Lindsey Porter restoration book. This definitely has a hood fitting section in it. A search of the archives will also reveal some useful recommisioning advice but as a starter don't forget to: Change all fluids including hydraulic fluids. Grease the front suspensions. Check the wiper blades they... MORE
There is a meeting of classics at the Ace Cafe on the North Circular, about half an hour out of Central London in the evening on the second Tuesday of every month. I've not been but it has quite a high profile as it is 'promoted' by one of the big mags over here. I believe you get a really interesting turnout there. I'm sure one of the London listers can comment on nearness of tube stations / bus routes etc. Gary and other "cross the pond" friends: Paula and I are flying to London, arriving June 18. We... MORE
For those who are interested (and who live close-ish to London) there is a drive across most of the bridges spanning the River Thames in London on 1st June this year, short notice I know. I have uploaded details of the route along with a map of the meeting place as a word document in the Files section. If you have any questions my e mail address is on the details. Regards Gary L 1958 Frogeye. "Gary Lazarus" 21957... MORE
Max I lay the hood on a flat surface inside up I then fold the panel containing the rear windows inwards so the inside of the window rests on the inside of the roof I then fold the rear side windows inwards being careful to fold the hood fabric between the windows and not the window. Next I roll the hood up from the front end so the header rail (with the two over centre clamps tucked in) finishes up in the middle with the hood rolled around it and the outside of the hood on the outside of... MORE
hi, Ive had the front suspension rebuilt recently (about 3-400 miles ago) and the near side wheel seems to exhibit some negative camber whilst the offside wheel does not. It did this before the suspension was rebuilt so it hasnt been caused by that. Its had new shaocks as well at almost the same time (slightly before the rebuild) Am i right in saying that the camber is non adjustable? It seems to drive ok with no huge difference in either right or left hand bends but it is concerning me slightly as I think its safe to assume... MORE
Michelle You could try http://www.autosparks.co.uk thats where I'll be getting my wiring equipment from. They can supply ready made full or half harnesses, or if you have special requirements they can make one up for you for about 10% more. Nigel "amukdigiphoto" 21839... MORE
Hello everyone!!! I was wondering if anybody had any information regarding wiring harnesses for a 64 Sprite...My boyfriend and I am in the process of restoring one (oh, I am so glad this long winter is almost over and I can get to work) and we have spent the winter buying parts and fixing things that can be done inside. I did purchase a wiring harness, but it is only for the main electrical components, not for dashboard~ headlights. My boyfriend is very handy with this type of thing, but I do not know where I can find information/instruction... MORE
The clutch was engaged when the petal was up. Not supposed to do that. Now recall that I had the Brakes and Clutch Repaired in Cincinnati about 5 years ago. All was fine, as good as it gets with the orig. design brakes for many short trips. This included a new Master cyl. and Slave cyl. Well, after posing the question to the "Club List" the best idea was that the relief hole in the master cyl. was plugged not allowing the presser to bleed off thus allowing the slave cyl. to move the pushrod back and engaging the... MORE
I don't think any brake fluid will cause damage to the seals in the system since by now all the seals will have been changed a time or two and all those made now will be from modern materials designed for modern fluid. The brakes on these cars never were good so I suspect you would find it difficult to detect any small differences in the fluid between different manufacturers with normal road use. I think the most important thing is to change the fluid every year or two so that you know it is in good condition and... MORE
FWIW. I have a friend who has worked full time for the past twenty five years repiring and restoring British cars. He's no jack-leg, in fact his restorations are national winners. He has always used the cheapest generic DOT 3 fluid he can find, and sees no reason to change. "Jeffrey Holmes" 21817... MORE
Working on it now. Thank you Bill French frenchww@... 21812... MORE
Weak fuel pump? Just a thought Margaret South Lincolnshire (UK) mmbrock88@... 21810... MORE
I've tried the WD-40 and the Skin-So-Soft using a tooth brush ineffectively in both cases. The black paint idea would appear to have its merits but red paint would preserve the original appearance better. Still have to look some more for the eucalyptus oil but havn't had a chance to fly to Australia yet. Maybe after my next Social Security check. Nelson Wittstock "Nelson Wittstock" 21805... MORE
Hi Bob We in the UK have been lucky enough to have this ad for a month or so. The first time I saw it was surrealistic experience as I couldn't believe what I was seeing and that it was two minutes long. It it without doubt the best ad I've ever seen and will surely pick up many awards. Sorry to sound evangelical about it but it really is fantastic. Gary L London 1958 Frogeye (mostly) "Gary Lazarus" 21782... MORE
