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I just replaced the fluids in the transmission and rear end (I finally got the fill plug out after getting the transmission warm) in my 1960 sprite. When I put the fill plug back into the rear end it stopped after only a couple of turns. Unfortunately, I was so pleased to get it out without too much trouble (just got the car and I'm convinced that this hadn't been done in a LONG time) that I didn't notice how many turns were required to get it out. It doesn't appear to be leaking. Is this about normal, or... MORE


Hello everyone Yesterday I put new plugs new wires a new distributor cap and new sports coil on my 1971 1275cc Midget. I went to put on the electronic ignition but I could not get the screw that holds the plate that holds the points out. Who ever work on this last striped the head pretty good. Does anyone out there know of a good way to get this screw out with out damaging the disturber? Thanks Jason Gross Brewer Maine USA 1971 Midget 1275cc GAN 5 UB 94654G "Jason Gross" 175... MORE


Possibly larger carbs, and a different ratio rear end. "Paul M McCalib" 91... MORE


I suspect that the steering arms would foul the discs (standard problem on Spridgets with big brakes) you can either: - 1. Bend the arms (not recommended) 2. Space the arms inwards (changes steering geometry) 3. Use rose joints instead of track rod ends (my personal favourite) 4. Fabricate new steering arms (make sure they're strong! - likewise will change steering geometry) 5. Mix and match of above... Personally I'd be reluctant to use frogeye stub axles on a really modified car - even the later stub axles aren't the strongest items... James Bilsland Charing UK "James Bilsland" 36... MORE


Regarding the question of filling cracks in a steering wheel, in the UK there is a marvellous product called Milliput which is a two pack epoxy(?) putty. Unlike lots of two pack products it stays workable for hours, during which time it's water soluble, then it dries HARD. So hard and durable, I've used it instead of fire cement to seal stove pipes! It lasts far longer. But you can use it for fine work and it's widely used by model makers and china restorers. Don't know if it's available in the US but will find the name of... MORE