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David Thanks for this post. I'll be getting some of that I think - that's the best way to go, primer/stone chip/top coat. I have found a paint factor that can supply the cellulose, so I'll ask them about stone chip - I'm sure they'll have some. What was interesting, and may be of interest to others on the list in the uk, contemplating a cellulose respray, is that whilst the paint factor is happy to sell/supply cellulose paint, they won't deliver it to you. Whilst this is a minor inconvenience it's not a major problem. This is because,... MORE
Hia Jay, There are a couple of rotary powered sprite here in australia. They are using a 13B turbo and putting out about 200 KW at the rear wheels, very fast..... "Beckers" 21477... MORE
Peter, You have email. Regards, Steve Clark, Southampton, UK "Steve Clark" 21480... MORE
Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ 5 British cars on the road http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut Frank Clarici 21474... MORE
Based in Leeds UK I am looking for a set of 5.5 rims for Midget 1275cc I have for sale a Maniflow LCB and 1"5/8th matching exhaust system 18mths old only done 1000 miles may need new back box. Excellent system I have just gone up to 1"7/8th due to cam change and competion requirements. Offers. Advice appreciated lots of power understeer suspension lowered 1"1/2 standard rear springs 400lbs fronts 3/4 roll bar tyres 185/60 on 6" rims. Have trided slightly softer fronts nicer to drive but slower times. (Car used on road and for sprints and hill climbs.)... MORE
hi, im sorry to bother you on this but i cant seem to get any definative info on whether to disconnect the breather to the 1 1/4 twin carbs on my uprated uk mk3 1275 midget, i have seen the use of breathers and catch cans but these do not actually provide negative pressure to the crankcase (or do they?) as if i leave it connected it to the carbs it does doesnt it? if i do go and use a catch can, should I fit a breather to the rocker cover as well? where is the best place... MORE
Thanks Capt. Car was hit in rear end. Runs. Yes I wanted to replace the running gear compleltly. Including the engine , New clutch, trans.,drive shaft and rear third member ( rear end housing, axels , brakes .. all. Aslo the front suspention with disc breaks. Will raditor fit? What about the newer Hyd. stuff? What about the newer Elec. stuff? Thanks Bill French Hilton Head frenchww@... 21407... MORE
Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ 5 British cars on the road http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut Frank Clarici 21405... MORE
Hi, Bill French.... Should slip right in without problems. Big question...what was the actual running condition of the engine/driveline before the car's demise and has any damage been done to same because of the accident? You'll want to change the ring and pinion or differential as well over to the later '74 3.9 diff. assuming you are currently running the original BE's 4.22, unless you plan on using the car in short-track racing!! There is a whale of a difference in torque between the motors and the lower 4.22 just isn't as suitable for the road otherwise unless you... MORE
Hi all I'm just about to install the engine and gearbox on my frogeye - do I fit the gearbox mounting to the gearbox first, then bolt it into the car when the box is in position? Thanks Chris "howes" 21388... MORE
Happy Easter. Well, I am contemplating up grading the performance of my Stock '59 Bugeye with the running gear from a smashed '73 RWA Midget. I would like the full story from those"in the know" and those who have completed this work. I know the performance enhancement will be great, but it is a big step to change from a Stock, Original 948. There is a lot of sole searching going on !! I. Drive Train A. Engine and Trans. 1. Move as a unit. a. Will engine and trans. mounts bolt up to orig.? b. Are there any... MORE
Well....clean or unclean... at least John C's website link finally got straightened away in the meantime!...good story and nice Frogeye with a lot of upgrades! :) Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) PilotRob@... 21384... MORE
Hi Steve Thanks for your comments. Not sure we have 'black truck bed liner' over here (UK) what is it ? Nigel "amukdigiphoto" 21373... MORE
"Petrol Cap"Chrome Headlight Rims" No doubt the headlight trim rings are either being sourced or out being re-chromed I'd think. The fuel cap is a "period" aftermarket type and used to be available at MiniSpares (MiniMania in the US), along with their "Monza" brushed or chrome "flip open" cap. These are actually fastened to the fuel filler neck with little set screws, normally meant to be used with an "inner" lockable cap which fits "inside" the "flip open" outer cap. I have a Monza chrome type on mine. These outer caps alone are now going for (hold onto your... MORE
Ian states in part, "Have a great Easter weekend". I certainly plan to Ian, and "Happy Rabbit" to you as well! :) Silver Frogeye: He hasn't found a suitable pair of chrome trim rings for those headlights yet, or has and they are out for re-chroming most likely, to match the great stuff already on the car. He has done a beautiful job on the BE, hasn't he??!! :):) And yes....the Jag should be awesome assuming he does similiar work on same. I got a buddy who has had his XK140 convertible since he was a kid in high... MORE
I wish my Frogeye looked that "spoilt" "Gary Lazarus" 21335... MORE
LOL, Jeffrey!! :):) My BE was a year old but hell, that's just about new. God, I loved that car but I just hadda move "up" to an MGA with wire wheels and an Abarth exhaust.... just had to have one!! Worked many summers for the Frogeye and more for my first used MGA ('56). But my all-time favorite was the Frogeye and it still is....."character", man!! Small but (nicely "upgraded") mighty (for it's age)! :):) Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) PilotRob@... 21327... MORE
A question for all those with experience of the 'bar in pocket' type hood to screen fixings i.e. late frogs, Sprite 2s and Midget 1s. I fitted a new hood about a year ago. In all other respects it is excellent but above 70-80 mph the bar sometimes pulls out of the screen frame leaving the hood attached only by the two lift-the-dots on the corner, this can be a little allarming! The new hood has a little seam that sticks up where the pocket is formed so you get a tab about 1/8 - 1/4 inch long sticking... MORE
Jason Coincidentally I just picked up a 1965 Sprite here in the UK as a restoration project however mine runs and drives (not roadworthy though) great view of the road through the floor. I imagine we will both be doing a lot of the same things for a while. Getting back to your question your 5 gal can Idea should work OK as a way of getting over the holed tank problem, but I think you said in an earlier post that the car had stood for many years. If the car has stood for years without being turned... MORE
Frank Clarici Toms River, NJ 5 British cars on the road http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut Frank Clarici 21293... MORE
while doing a bit of internet digging to find out more on this suspension, I cam across this little gem..... http://www.trikes.freeserve.co.uk/irom/model2.jpg Something to do on those long dark winter nights? David "David Jacobs" 21209... MORE
As I understand it the IoW frogs have weird all-in-one rear suspension units normally found on trailers. "Jeremy Cogman" 21205... MORE
Hi Can I use the distributor from a 948 engine on a 1275 engine? If not, does anyone in the UK have one for a 1275 spare (reasonable fee)? Regards Chris '58 Frogeye "howes" 21192... MORE
Got a problem with my IOW Frogeye; at speeds over 55 mph it starts a wierd corkscrew motion which feels like it has its roots in the back end rather than the front. Can end up taking loads of road to sort. Anyone got any ideas? "snid51" 21194... MORE
Hi all! After owning a 1500 for the last 8 or 9 years ive decided to buy a RWA model (ive always secretly wanted one). Is there anything specific to that model I need to look for? I guess they all rust in the smae places! I';m looking to buy a real good one, hopefully one that has been totally rebuilt so any tips would be gratefully recieved! In case it makes a difference, I'm in the UK. Thanks in advance! Neil '75 1500. "Neil Rouse" 21039... MORE
