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Hello all, I have a running MG Midget convertible, in excellent condition, that I love to death but am really needing to sell. I bought this car on Ebay last year, but have never driven it openly (by which I mean on public roads), had it insured, or had the title put in my name (I suffer from lack of funds). My brother has driven it, and says it handles quite well... the only defects we know of are: a minor hole in the exhaust pipe, a broken parking brake, and a leak in the braking system near the... MORE
Hi, I've been off and on for the last year or so. Since I sold my broken sprite. But I like to come back from time to time and see what is going on. Looks like I missed a lot of the fun? *<80), with the political discussion. I still look at midgets and sprites on ebay. Maybe sometime I will find another one. Why would a grown man miss a little car? cheers, bill b. "w_burrell" 37865... MORE
WHEW!!! This asbestos underwear sure got wore out! Opinions are funny little things... Everyone has one, everyone wants to let others know about theirs, and when it is deemed that your opinion is not the most popular one, your opinion is suddenly wrong. I will not apologise for my opinion. Nor will I expect anyone to apologise for theirs. I will not feel bad either if I am looked down upon for my opinion. I am who I am and that is all I can be. I think a little civil debate on some topics are good. Keeps the... MORE
Been reading these "opinions" and have drawn some conclusions. Terrorists are unpopular and should be done away with, killed etc. The sooner these terrorists are killed the sooner we can get back to important stuff like LBC's. I would propose that list drivers when in their Spridgets keep a sharp watch for terrorists and run over them whenever sighted. This will aid the war on terror and keep BMH turning out replacemnet wings, bonnets and the like. Rob C-75 Midget who DOES get it. Webfoot Leisure.com Your Local Pool Store-On the Web rob@... 866-530-9801 toll free " robbiesg@... "... MORE
Jim, I got your test in South Carolina Bill French '59 Bugeye '74 RWA frenchww@... 37852... MORE
Here, Here.......Now lets get back to LBC's. I am not sure, but I do have a good idea that we are not going to solve the problem (what ever you perceive the problem is) by exchanging a few venomous posts here. Bob "Robert D. Gardner" 37851... MORE
Hi all I have a dizzy with an electronic module built in (on the side), probably from a 1275 metro or mini engine. Has anyone fitted one of these to a frogeye - if so, how do I wire it in? There are three electrical spade connections within a plastic housing - but no identification on them as to what should be connected to them. Any help appreciated Chris South Wales '58 frogeye "closrheidol" 37831... MORE
what size engine. Makes looking for one a lot easier. Exhaust manifold for 73-74 1275 engine, only fitted for short time and bolt exhaust fixing rather than clamp. Can't seem to find one anywhere......... "Bruce" 37821... MORE
A mild steel 3 branch which is now in bits as I used a grinder to chop it off rather than jack up the car and remove the exhaust first! both are being replaced anyway :-) "Bruce" 37794... MORE
From: fjohnson@... To: jimj@... Sent: Thu, 7 Jul 2005 21:17:51 +0100 Subject: MG ownership message This email was created on Thursday 07th July 2005 at 21:17:51 GMT from the MG enthusiasts web site at http://www.british-cars.co.uk Member 'Butch2' who is Butch W Johnson sent the following message to you: ************************************************************************ Dear MG Enthusiast, Dear J.R. great last name!! I am in Oswego, KS near Joplin and I have a 19 79 MG Midget that I have resored for my wife. I recently had a bearing proble m and have decided to do a complete rebuild. My question is do you... MORE
Bruce, Just completed an "as original as possible" rebuild onto a Heritage shell - 700 miles later and nothing has fallen off yet. My original but tired 1275 was rebuilt by me - with the aim of extracting a few more HP and some extra torque 2500 - 6000 rpm. My spec is a.. 020" rebore (1293 cc) b.. 9.75 :1 CR pistons c.. MG Metro large valve cylinder head with mild port and polish d.. MG Metro single HIF44 carb "Vizarded" (butterfly knife-edged, spindle trimmed and waisted, screws trimmed and Loctited, bridge lowered) e.. Titan Motorsport inlet manifold,... MORE
They all (A series) point slightly forwards. I suspect the line drawing for the clamp type in parts catalogues originally came from an existing drawing for another car, possibly Morris Minor or A30? If you can get hold of the flanged type, it makes a much better joint and is the correct type for your '74. It would have been tapped for studs not drilled for bolts if it is from a UK car, but it's highly likely the threads will be stripped, so would either need to be welded and redrilled/tapped or larger size studs fitted anyway. (I... MORE
I need to replace the exhaust manifold on my 74 Midget and although I see several come up on ebay they are different from the two types listed in the manuals for the midget. They all seem to face forward with a clamp type fixing while all the catalogues and pics I have seen show either a rear facing clamp or forward facing bolt fixing. Is there another type or are they from a different car? "Bruce" 37776... MORE
A trailer queen is a car that has been restored by a "cheque book mechanic" i.e. the owner never touches it, not even to check the oil. Someone else k eeps the car fluids monitored, keeps the paint looking bright, and has new tires put on it when the old ones dry rot from not being used. This is also the car that looks great, sells at auctions for $25,000 U.S., and is NEVER driven. It would drop the value!! Thus, it is trailered to every show it i s shown at, thus, "trailer queen" Brad who owns a... MORE
In trouble I have a pressing need for an oversize top ring for a +.040 over piston. This would be for a quick fix for a screwed up top groove in one of my pistons. The engine needs to get new pistons as soon as I can decide which way to go. .060 over or sleeves. But I have an event commimg up so I'de like to reg this one up for it. Looking for a set of +.040 top rings that are about .066" thick X .121" deep. I'm told that thicker rings were a commen fix years... MORE
G'day guys There is a Mk I Midget steering wheel for sale on eBay. It is in horrible condition, but that is reflected in the price of $5 and it is repairable. Since it's different to the Bugeye wheel and rare as rocking horse excreta, one of you should grab it. Michael, you should buy it for your car. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4560502892&category=34200 avagoodday Colin "Colin Dodds" 37768... MORE
G'day guys There are some NOS panels on eBay for very cheap prices. They are worth a lot more than the starting price, and one of you guys should grab them. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7984966166&category=33644 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7984965514&fromMakeTrack=true avagoodday Colin "Colin Dodds" 37764... MORE
I'm selling my AH Sprite MKII and all the bits I've built up over the 45 years of ownership. Spare 948cc spare smooth case gearbox etc. Spare Diff (long ratio) etc. The car is in Chester UK and fully taxed & MOT'd rallied two weeks ago and came 3rd in class on the HRCR Leukaemia rally. All metal, no rust, sensible money. Pictures available. "gerald_r_simpson" 37765... MORE
Dear LBC listers, here is the latest scoop on our third bi-annual get together, BS session and Beer fest! OK, the votes are in and it seems that Saturday, July 16th is the best day for most. We are planning to start 11:00am until ????? Bring your own everything, including LBCs, smiles, beer, food, friends etc. Here are the directions... It is the San Dieguito County Park, lower area. We talked to the ranger here, and he indicated that there was no problem with beer and wine. They charge $2 per car. The facilities are grassy and parking is... MORE
About a week ago there was a short discussion concerning good car related reading material. The magazine "Classic Auto Restorer" was mentioned and recommended by several people. I have a collection of 112 issues that I do not want to move with me to Lower Michigan. Therefore, I have put them on Ebay. If interested see item: 7984444496. Tim Collins Dollar Bay, MI 1966 AH Sprite "Timothy H. Collins" 37744... MORE
Mike, I've done just fine on my 1975 as an automotive know-nothing with a Haynes manual and the official shop manual which is available as a reprint I believe. Haynes is better at explaining things and the official manual has better and more comprehensive pix. Good luck and minimal sprite bites.33 Rob C-FINALLY enjoying his 75 MG Webfoot Leisure.com Your Local Pool Store-On the Web rob@... 866-530-9801 toll free " robbiesg@... " 37727... MORE
Hey Andy, I have a 65 Sprite for sale in central Florida. Email if you care to know more about this little gem. Christopher renaissance1@... "Chris Eastwood" 37737... MORE
The Cambridgeshire Midget and Sprite Club is staging a treasure hunt starting from Haddon services near Peterborough (UK) Junction 17 A1 M at 10 am on Sunday (3/07/05). The clues will not be too demanding, just a bit of fun really but it will take you to some interesting and unexpected places. The run will take 3 to 4 hours and finish up at a pleasant village pub which serves good food at reasonable prices all day. There will be a small charge of just one UK pound per car to cover the cost of the trophy (yes there... MORE
I was wondering if any one would be able to help me find a cheap bonnet for a 76 Midget? I am toying with the idea of making a bonnet with big airholes to get warm air out cold air in. But I dont want to start chopping the bonnet up on my car in case it all goes wrong. I dont really care what state the bonnet is in as long as my car would be vaguly road legal with it on. I am based in Birmingham UK. I have seen various Midgets go on Ebay for less... MORE
.....and the so-called original jack is the wrong type. Aren't we picky?! "David Jacobs" 37695... MORE
