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I am having problems with clutch not disngaging on my 1275 midget. T save cylinder dumped allm of its fluid. I have replaced cylinder and it is wirking correctly however clutch is still not disengaging completely and I am unable to get any gearsw when engine is running. Have changed slave cylinder for smaller bore 1098cc one to get more throw on cluthch lever to no avail. Car is running a five speed sierra box with roller release bearing but this seems o.k. Any suggestions as to why clutch still won't disengage properly before Iresort to removing engine and... MORE
David, Check out his car on my web site. I don't know if you've seen it before, but it's in the Hot Rod Healey section, so your thoughts about stock shocks may not be valid. John's is the last in te series of pages (there are about 8) http://www.gerardsgarage.com/FS_Garage.htm use the "Unique Spridgets" link on the main page to find it. Gerard "gerardchateau" 24983... MORE
Thanks David, I will look out for the different location of the joint. I have tried altering the "set" of the hose, but it then puts undue stress on it when on the opposite lock. Maybe I should have mentiond I am running on 165 tyres sothere is less inner wheel clearance than standard. Guy "Guy Weller" 24978... MORE
They changed the location of the solid-to-flexible joint on later cars so this was less likely to occur, so if you get chance, you might compare the two types and replicate the later one. Alternatively, slacken off the hose nut and twist one end slightly so that it takes up a different 'set' and doesn't contact the tyre on full lock. Just make sure the hose isn't under any additional stress. David "David Jacobs" 24969... MORE
So what is the preferred solution to tyres that rub on the flexible brake hoses on full lock? I have steel braided hoses so they are not getting damaged, but I don't like the idea of the "snatching and tugging" that must be taking place when this happens. I wondered if I could rig up a lightweigt spring (like a throttle spring) to pull the hose back clear of the tyre. Anyone had this problem and sorted it? Guy "Guy Weller" 24967... MORE
are you sure it's the frame it's rubbing? (i.e. is it visible rubbing there, or just audible?) It's not uncommon for a wheel to rub on a flexible brake hose on full lock - check this out, as they can rub through with obvious potential disastrous results! They shouldn't contact anything solid though - there is a lock-stop built into the king-pin which the stub axle contacts before anything else, unless you have ultra wide wheels! The other thing to note, once you've sorted the rubbing thing, is that if it turns more in one direction, both tie rods... MORE
Whilst we are on about language.. Why Lugnuts? Wheelnuts seems so much clearer. Lugs are ears in the UK. Lugholes = earholes And Fenders are what you have around a fireplace to stop hot cinders rolling across the floor. Although, come to think of it, you have fenders on a boat. They are those bumper things to stop the gunwhales getting damaged against the staithes at the quayside. Guy "Guy Weller" 24881... MORE
Does it ever end? I suspect it is a contest between me and Nigel as to who will crack up first from the frustration of endless prep work. I am also a contender for that , I blame the english weather. When its hot and sunny it's too nice to work in the garage, when its wet and cold , its too miserable to work in the garage !! So when it's hot and sunny I go for a ride on a motorcycle or in the MGF and when it's wet I read the mail from Midgetsprite . Alan... MORE
By hot do you mean over seventy degrees? But that was then, now that you know what 100 degree weather is like you have to add "it's too bloody hot to work" or go out for a ride. If this weather keeps up the Brits will not be moving to Spain and Portugal when they retire. Don "Don May" 24781... MORE
I've just recently bought an 1967 Austin Healey Sprite that was in need of some TLC, however I've also since found out it's got a few parts 'missing'! One of those was the flame trap that connects through flexible hoses the block to the inlet manifold (it doesn't have the 'Y' connector). Since fitting the missing part it now won't run properly. It has started to kick out loads of white smoke & a little bit of blue. We've compression tested the engine, fitted a new head gasket & set up the carbs so they are fine. We've now... MORE
Ah, hah.... I see, Jason. Well, as Amy is fond of saying, just because a part is new, doesn't mean it's "good" or will give the expected service life. You didn't say anything about the cooling system temperature so I shall ass-u-me it remains "unchanged". I'd go through the steps of a major tune-up starting with compression and leak down checks. I know it's a PITA when you just got it done a couple of months ago but the problem is bound to make itself known as you go through logical steps. Coils underperforming can be a bear to... MORE
Hi, "Cheers"... Let's get our parts straight, first. I am a little confused by your terms and the way they are used. The PCV system on the '67 is very simple. It consists of a factory diaphragm type PC V valve mounted on (in) the inlet manifold, which is fed via a flexible hose from the vapor/oil separator (aka "flame arrestor) mounted on the timing chain cover on the front of the engine. It is a "graduated orifice" (diameter of hole specific to the application). It is an "outlet". The "inlet" consists of a graduated orifice embedded within the... MORE
Hi afminc13, It can be done but not easily. In my opinion, not a good swap even if it was easy. The reverse is much more easily accomplished (A-series into a later RB car). Motor mounts are different and the frame crossmember where the steering rack mounts needs to be cut and reinforced differently to accomodate the crank pulley. I recall there is a drivers side footwell modification that needs to be done and maybe even the passenger side. If you want to go to that much trouble, I think there are better options, such as a rotary swap.... MORE
Brad!! You don't know where the water went to? You gotta find out (obviously!!:). You running a bypass hose? Is it old (worn)? These little devils (most especially the new "fluted" ones) develop little pinholes (before they develop a big one "all of a sudden") and slowly seep water. Usually it shows up in the vicinity of the steering box on the rack looking like oil. Of course, they don't leak when running unpressurized! :) Cap'n. Bob '60 :{) PilotRob@... 24690... MORE
Jeeze! What a day, eh?! :( First you lose the water you need, than you get a load of it in the wrong places.... this does bite the big one. It's a matter of wait and see, Brad. The damage (if any) often does not show up immediately, but downline a couple of thousand miles or so. You can get a head start on this though, by taking a compression and leak-down ASAP and noting the figures...save 'em. Take another "set" a thousand miles or so down the road and compare. If they are basically the same, you most... MORE
Greetings, I was looking at the photo section and noticed the "Hot Rod Midget". I was very impressed and I'd like to hear the story behind the project. Trevor "Trevor J." 24532... MORE
Welcome, Sam... Suggest you follow DLancer's advice and be prepared to do both rear brakes as well (unless the other side is basically new) as that oil usually renders that particular side useless in this respect.... Afraid I do not have the parts you seek, though I do already have a copy of Blaggot's fine book, thank you! As far as additives go, don't exactly know what motivates you in this, Sam. Usually, a quality brand is all that is required along with oil/filter changes every 3K or so. It is the additive package which is usually the difference... MORE
I just looked at the Hot Rod Midget photos . . . love it. I too wonder whose it is ???? Don "Don May" 24533... MORE
The story.for those who tuned in late..... 1275 rebuilt to 1400cc,9.75 : 1 Cr 643 cam, weber 45DCOE. Engine sat for 16 years after rebuild,started for the first time last july, 2000 miles since. Burns and leaks oil. Compression test results: Cold no plugs 195,205,200,205 Cold 3 plugs 205,203,195,192 Cold 3plugs oil 230,225,225,215 Hot compression test -no plugs 205,210,210,210 Hot 3 plugs 175,185,190,185 Hot 3 plugs oil 225,210,210,200 It was suggested that I switch to a vented oil filler cap to reduce smoking and it appears to have cut it down but did not stop it. Need to drive... MORE
I need the linkage for this carburator (help)... price? Anyone have a passinger seat? The photo to this car is mg79200 in the photo area. I am so close to driving this car.. I just purchased the radiator.. yippie! "ooohaynow1" 24486... MORE
"Improving cooling" 1. Thorough flush/"reverse flush" of entire system with proprietary "cleaner" 2. *80/20 Distilled Water/Anti-Freeze Mix or 100% Distilled Water with can of proprietary lube/anti-corrosion additive and a couple of drops or diswashing liquid or appropriate amount of "Water Wetter" 3. Modern aluminum "deep impellor" water pump..Colin Dodds reports "County" brand has a slightly deeper impellor than "AE" brand. Both good. 3. ^^Block Cyl. Head/Water Pump Bypass 4. *68C Thermostadt or Blanking Sleeve 5. 4.5" Cooper "S" Water Pump Pulley 6. Recore/upgrade stock rad or go "aluminum" altogether *Summer Only ^^Drill 1/4" hole in thermostadt plate as "new"... MORE
First thing to do is to make sure the standard system is work at its peak efficiency. Give the system a good flush, you may need to use a flushing product though sometimes a good flush by taking all hoses off and shoving the hosepipe into any orifice you can will do the trick. An electic fan will certainly help. Gives you an hp or two more, helps the car warm up quicker and provides better cooling when in traffic. IMHO an electric fan works better as a puller not a pusher i.e. between the engine and the rad.... MORE
Thanks! Also, what is the easiest way to improve cooling on a mk3 Sprite? Kenlowe Fan or similar? Max "MG_Max" 24409... MORE
I don't know about Kurust. Phosphoric acid will simply dissolve the rust - not much color except the liquid will be light green. After the phosphoric is rinsed off with clear water there will be a gray/brown film of iron phosphate left behind. That's a perfect paint base, don't sand it off. Prime it soon, preferably within hours, certainly within days. If phosphoric acid is unavailable to you, use Naval Jelly. It's phosphoric acid with a thickening agent. The pink color is just cosmetics. "Jeffrey Holmes" 24397... MORE
Hello Folks I am going to be replacing my radiator in my 1971 MG Midget. I have replaced everything except the radiator. So here we go. Does anyone have any advice on how to do this? I have never had it out before so this is going to be new for me. Any advice would be appreciate Thanks Jason 1971 MG Midget 1964 MG Midget "Jason Gross" 24373... MORE
