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Why not??? You're taking the belt to a reputable shop and not using needle and thread yourself I take it??? You got a (ships) sail-maker nearby....real strong stuff!! :): ) Cap'n Bob '60 Frog Simpson 4 pt. (crotch strap too small!:) "Robert E. Shlafer" 36230... MORE
1964 R60/2 1968 MG Midget 1976 R90/6 1990 K100LT **Don't underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.** Jim Johnson 36232... MORE
IMHO, this is not a good idea. There are some things that a "Shade Tree Mechanic" can do, after all, I are one, but there are some parts to the LBC that might be better left to a "British Car Mechanic." As far as your list, Wouldn't a simple "I'll pay you $50-$100, you look it over, turn it over, try to start it, check brakes, etc, and 1. tell me what you think, and 2. give me an estimate as to what you think it needs, what the parts and labor to do will be, and if agreed... MORE
it depends what you aim want to achieve, but if it includes any sort of A series upgrade David Vizard's Tuning the A Series Engine is well worth while. Better to look on eBay is it can be a bit pricey. David "David Jacobs" 36187... MORE
I have a bugeye with a 1098 enine. When I got the car I purchased the Haynes manual for sprites and midgets. It seems to give memostof the information I need. I was wondering if there was enough in the way of additional information or tips to make it worth buying the "Tuning the A Series Engine" book or one of the SU carbuerator books. Thanks Bob rlirwn@... 36186... MORE
Sure you can use a generic fuel pump. All the car parts stores sell them for about $30. I wouldn't use nylon fuel lines. What reason could there ne not to use metal ones? As far as using the cam from your 1098 - why? It's probably worn some, so why not just go for a new one, say a Kent 256 or 266. You'll get improved performance, and they aren't very expensive. Be certain to use new lifters. Why do you need new rockers? The old ones can be rebushed easily. "joe blxfstz" 36151... MORE
Well.... the brass sleeved cylinders seem to last a lot longer, most especially in cars that "sit" and are little used. :) Cap'n Bob '60 Frog PS...speaking of slave cylinders...as in clutch slave cylinders. Rivergate is producing their new 7/8" clutch slave cylinder. For those of you running a 5 speed with the 7/8" Bugeye Master, this will result in about a 30% reduction or so in clutch pedal eff ort. :):) "Robert E. Shlafer" 36144... MORE
Just in case anyone on the lists was considering visiting Brad, or passing through DFW on the way to see me or CA, and for the Yankee that moved her (mike) I thought this might be helpful. First you must learn to pronounce the city name. It is DAL-US, not DAL-ISS. Forget the traffic rules you learned elsewhere. Dallas has its own version of traffic rules. . ."Hold on and pray". There is no such thing as a dangerous high-speed chase in Dallas. We all drive like that. All directions start with, "Get on Beltline". . . which has... MORE
1964 R60/2 1968 MG Midget 1976 R90/6 1990 K100LT **Don't underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.** Jim Johnson 36132... MORE
1964 R60/2 1968 MG Midget 1976 R90/6 1990 K100LT **Don't underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.** Jim Johnson 36095... MORE
Hello, I own a 1967 midget and am thinking about installing a sound system. I have read that to do this i would have to change the polarity of the car (or insulate the system- but thats a fire hazard I understand). I have limited electrical experiance but I think I would be able to follow the instructions on the website with relative ease, am I right in thinking this? Also, has anyone got a stereo in their car? Can you hear it over road and engine noise? Where is a good place to install speakers (I read an... MORE
The Twinni came about because one of the reasons given for the rejection of the Moke was the lack of 4 wheel drive, so Issigonis thought he would fix this by adding another engine/suframe assembly at the rear. Then John Copper saw it and realised there was no reason they could not do this with a mini.. IIRC there were about 2 or 3 Moke Twinnis, and one Cooper S version (this being the one that snapped a track rod at some silly speed causing John to loose control of the car and thus destroying it and nearly himself... MORE
Has anyone tried the modifications listed in the bl st manual? I mean adding twin hs4 SU carbs, a race distributor (part number C-27H7766), a head with 9.5:1 compression, and a free flow exhaust? The performance figures make this look tempting. Too bad I dont see anything about gas milege or emissions (in the unites staes this can be an issue. "gan5ub91179g" 36012... MORE
If it's a standard A+ head, the valves are 1.3" Inlet/1.15" Exhaust; or if it's from an MG Metro it should have had 1.4" inlets. With no other changes, your AAC needles should be somewhere close, or you could try ACE ones (a bit richer in the mid range but leaner at the top end), but in any event, a trip to the rolling road is well worthwhile to get the car set up. Make sure it's someone who knows SU carbs - you don't want to be paying for his time while he learns! David "David Jacobs" 36003... MORE
Big? How big? The Cooper S had 1.4 intake and 1.2 exhaust valves (1.3 and 1.15 are considered stock for "A" series engines) and it was very steetable with standard rockers and the correct jetted carbs. What you gained was topend grunt without losing much in the lower rev range. "Jim" 36001... MORE
ok I have an american market 1971 mg midget. I just ordered a big valve no lead head from an a+ engine as a replacement/upgrade for my tired old lead head. DO I need any other modifications (change the advance curve, new cam, roller rockers, ect) just to make it run as a daily driver? "gan5ub91179g" 36000... MORE
G'day Jim "Who the heck designed the timing cover without a timing pointer!?" You can blame Alex Issigonis, who designed the Mini. In a Mini, you do the timing off the flywheel, through a hole in the clutch cover. That means you don't need a pointer on the timing cover. Since the engines are basically identical, and the timing covers are certainly interchangeable, many Sprites and Midgets end up with Mini timing covers. And no pointer! avagoodday Colin "Colin Dodds" 35998... MORE
I think you should be ashamed of yourself, Bob - the poor guy is dead by a tragic accident - he was run over while laying on his back, timing an engine...the car accidently put itself in gear and...well, let's just say it wasn't pretty. "Jim" 35994... MORE
"Location of timing marks, etc." Exactly....A humungous, giant PITA if there ever was one. Why would it have been designed this way??? I just don't get it. One of the main reasons I "lost" the points and went electronic (set it, forget it). What did they figure??? You'd have it up on a lift changing the oil so this would be a convenient place at that time, or what?? A pox upon the designer!! Cap'n Bob (Timing marks relocated) '60 Frog "Robert E. Shlafer" 35992... MORE
1964 R60/2 1968 MG Midget 1976 R90/6 1990 K100LT **Don't underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.** Jim Johnson 35989... MORE
Same plug wires when he changed the coil? Did he validate that only one plug is not firing (by moving the timing light pickup from wire to wire)? I would expect a bad wire to be consitant but stranger things have happened to me. "Jim" 35984... MORE
Hi Jim, Rubber band the trigger on the timing light, prop it in place with blocks and with your wife's vanity mirror laying on the ground, you hardly need to stoop down to see the marks as you rotate the dizzy!! Yes, I have a vanity mirror in my tool box!!! Paul A "Paul Asgeirsson" 35987... MORE
Yup, Jim, lay on your back and look up at the timing cover - that's where the indicator is. It can be done by one person if you keep the distributor clamp snug and move it in very small increments. You may find that the mark "floats" all over the place (commonly known as "timing scatter" in an engine with some miles on it). Just pick the mid point of the scatter for your timing point. "Jim" 35974... MORE
1964 R60/2 1968 MG Midget 1976 R90/6 1990 K100LT **Don't underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.** Jim Johnson 35954... MORE
"The Modern Toolbox" Hammer - In ancient times a hammer was used to inflict pain on ones enemies. Modern hammers are used to inflict pain on oneself. Screwdriver - The drink ordered at the local bar after you call in a professional repairman to undo the $500 in damage you did while trying to change out a tail light socket in your newly painted car with your handy screwdriver. Phillips Screwdriver - The bar drink that you order when the damage estimate is over $1,000. Contains twice the vodka. Pliers - A device used to extend your reach the... MORE
