[Spits] car transport

Hi group I need to ship my spitfire and want to ship it separate, the people moving my household items want too much and sub contract it out themselves any recommendations? David R Simpson ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donat

[Spits] 75 spitfire parts question

the black plastic trim pieces at the top of the doors, above the door panesl, about 3b high and running the length of the door b are these the moss parts 644-430 door waist rail cover lh, and 644-440 door waist rail cover rh? Ibm thinking some vinyl glued on would work here pretty well?car is n

[Spits] dash cap

Ibm going to try to install a dash cap on a 75, not a full replacement dash. some of the forums said its better to just fill the holes and vinyl it. anyone done either and/or have a recommendation? ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.

[Spits] wheel stud

many thanks to the folks who pointed me in the right direction! heated it twice with a propane torch, used a heavier "punch" and it came right out. used some washers and pulled the replacement right back in. but now I have another problem - seems I discarded the lug nut and the ones a friend

[Spits] wheel stud

75 spitfire front right (driver side) wheel, one of the studs broke off. its quite visible, and so far Ibve bent two tools trying to bang it out. can/should I drill it out? do I need to remove the hub and use a press? and how about putting the replacement back in?

[Spits] spitfire transmission and driveshaft

am finally getting around to replacing it with an OD unit. its free for pickup or I will figure out how to ship if you want it and are willing to pay the freight. dave in dallas contact me offline d...@ranteer.com ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate

[Spits] pertronix

hi. have a 75 spit; was converted to allison ignition which is pretty dead. I want to order a pertronix, but it appears there are numerous choices. how do I choose ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annua

[Spits] 75 spitfire - no spark

it was running maybe two months ago? been sitting outside, waiting for me to get to it. has a weber and header; no pollution stuff; has an allison electronic ignition system. Ibve had the car about a year. has a car cover; been a lot of rain. according to my tester, no spark. Ibm going to o

[Spits] isn't that a spitfire?

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Re: [Spits] removing oil pan

well, I pulled the pan, cleaned it, painted it, put in a new gasket, and reinstalled. oil is indeed coming out the dip stick tube. all that work may have been for nought! can I relieve that oil pressure somwhere/somehow? I replaced the filter and added 5 qts of oil - was that too much?

[Spits] removing oil pan

75 spitfire put in a header and a weber apparently the clearance between the engine and the frame, even with the engine mounts loosened, was not quite enough. required a little help. not such a good idea; you can see on the header the oil, which of course makes for extra fun while driving. the

[Spits] ebay seller sportscarpartsltd

just thought I would mention that I purchased a master brake cylinder from these people back at the end of march. I contacted them through the ebay messenger/mail service, and told them that I had just installed it last night and it leaked. they replied that I should check the fittings on the

[Spits] 1975 i think

my car is ostensibly a 75. and below the blue is a different blue, and below that, at least in some places, is white. and the inside of the bonnet is brown. that means the bonnet is a replacement, right? and how do I tell what production year it is? and what color it really was. __

Re: [Spits] Busted my windshield :-(

I believe a tr6 windshield, which I think also means tr4/tr4a, is the same. I know the tr6 windshield is available new. and there are numerous parts cars and people parting them out. -Original Message- From: Doug Braun Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2012 12:54 PM To: Spitfire Group Subj

Re: [Spits] Fuel pump installation

-0700 Thanks Dave. I pick up another new pump today, and will give it another whirl. What were the symptoms of the pressure being too high, so I know what to look for? Many thanks Nick Moseley From: Dave Simpson [mailto:dr_simp...@live.com] Sent: Monday, July 16, 2012 5:41 AM To: nmose

[Spits] spit speedos

are the 73 and 75 interchangeable? how about 71 and 75? ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: h

[Spits] 75 spit steering

it seems to wander a little. if Ibm turning right then left there is a dead space in the middle where nothing happens. going straight there is a little play in the steering. this car sat for a few years (I think less than 5) and I just acquired it and am getting it back on the road, so I canbt

Re: [Spits] [TR] Sheesh!

I just talked to the guy. call the number, hit 0, and yell at the bastard. do it a lot. tie up his phone line. anyone got a demon dialer? he's a totally self righteous jerk -Original Message- From: Mark J Bradakis Sent: Friday, June 08, 2012 5:21 PM To: Triumphs ; Spitfires@autox.t

Re: [Spits] Shortened shifter

Roger This is an old link I had about custom overdrive shifters gear shifters for spitfire & MGB it is old and might not be valid more info contact wiza...@toad.net http://www.teglerizer.com/mgstuff/custom_od_shift_lever.htm David R Simpson 76 spitfire > Date: Sun, 3 Jun 2012 19:41:03

[Spits] 1300 vs 1500 manifold

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[Spits] spit valve cover

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[Spits] master brake

I believe the master brake reservoir is leaking between the plastic and the metal. can I take it apart and put in a gasket or something? or should I replace/rebuild the whole assembly? ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.htm

[Spits] correct color question

valve cover 63 tr4 valve cover 75 spitfire air cleaner 75 spitfire hood prop rod 75 spitfire thank you! ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: h

Re: [Spits] Spit O/D Issues

somebody correct me if I'm wrong here, but I believe the tranny has to be in 3rd or 4th for this -- From: "Greg Rowe" Sent: Monday, April 09, 2012 8:42 AM To: ; "Spitfires" Subject: Re: [Spits] Spit O/D Issues You should be able to hear the sol

Re: [Spits] O/D

I believe it is supposed to be on the passenger side, but I will tell you from experience that I like to put it on the driver side. that is so that I can hit the switch with my left hand while shifting with my right. not correct, but I think more functional --

[Spits] (no subject)

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[Spits] Opinion on Roller Rockers in stock 1500 engine

irect replacements for the stock rockers and uses the original shaft. The lift ratio is 1:1.5. Has anyone has any experience with these or similar type of rockers? Thanks.

Video of fast spitfire

Since the list has been a litte quiet lately, here is a short video of a V8 spitfire in a drag race. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0CmlJ2d-6E Dave

clutch

Hi Spitfire owners Tried to move the spitfire back into the garage after a month of cleaning and sorting thought the garage and now the clutch pedal has no resistance and I can not put it into any gear, the fluid in the master cylinder was murky so I opened the pipe fitting on the master cylin

re ; Problems with Miata seats

To Gregg & Spit list I just finished putting a set of Miata seats and have the same problem, I did cut off the ends of the seat rails (by the pins) and drilled holes in the floor to get them as low as possible, but ended up putting a 3/8' spacer on the back bolts to get some more front & back trav

RE: GT6 Fuel Pump In A Spitfire?

TO Spitlist Also don't some aftermarket fuel pumps need a spacer to get the lever in the right position? David R Simpson 76 spitfire Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://ww

RE: Browns Spitfire/ Electric Gremlins

To Darrel & Spitlist Instead of replacing the complete fuse box, you can replace the fuse clip/wire connector pieces individually, British wiring sells the clips. I did this on mine and reduced the gremlin population significantly. I had the similar loss of power to tachometer, rear light, and das

TR4A with supercharger

Found this on EBay, don't know how common it is for a TR4A with a supercharger @175HP, very nice looking car. http://tinyurl.com/7e5m8 Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_| \|_| | Dav

Re: Travel Assisstance

I'm in...(I think) Dave Willner Northeast PA NJTA, NASS #271 59 TR3A Apple Green 80 Spitfire Carmine Red 70 BSA 441 Victor Special - Original Message - From: "fred thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "triumphs" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "spitfires"

Re: carb tuning

l the throttle completly your will never get your idle speed down. Also, if you do not have a solid throttle plate and it has a spring on the plate to let air pass when the car decelerates that could also cause idle speed problem if it does not sea

neutralizing DOT 4 after a spill?

I told you so'sThanks for the help. Dave Willner NJTA, NASS #271 59 TR3A Apple Green 80 Spitfire Carmine Red 70 BSA 441 Victor Special *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change ad

Rocky Mountain Triumph Club link

will be shutting the old page down in a few months. If the link you have is vtr.org/rmtc, that one should continue to work so you don't need to change it. thanks, Dave Fain http://www.rockymountaintr.org/ *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Chec

Re: Rear shock mounting - clarified

ll (ripped out due to metal fatigue). Joe's bracket is a much better solution and not all that expensive. Dave I suppose, they would need to be fairly substantial to handle the loading. Joe Cury used to sell a bracket that would slip under the body and on top of the frame just for this purp

Re: 76 Spit- clear title in hand- new write up

Heck, that car looks better than my GT6 daily driver. There are enough parts cars out there, keep one more on the road. Dave From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: 76 Spit- clear title in hand- new write up In the text I did mention the usual late model frame extensions out to the rear

Re: Ebat and popups

is that the ad just flashes on the screen, barely enought time for someone to notice it conscioulsy. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_| \|_| |_

RE: calipers

If you don't split the calipers, it's a real b getting that cylinder hone in there. I have never had one leak when I reassembled it. If it's going to leak, it will be at the piston seal since it is a moving part. Dave I believe that it is officially "not recommended&qu

FW: No longer hot & bothered

The list seems quiet at the moment and I'm prompted me to stop lurking by a great run in autumn sun the 90 miles to work & back yesterday in the Mk III. So here's something for comment/ info/ deletion about going around the houses to solve a simple problem. A year or 2 back I posted a problem I

just testing

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Part needed

Spit lovers! I'm looking for the 'saddle' part on a swing spring. I really don't need the leafs but if that's part of the deal...OK. If you have one you're willing to part with, cheap!...Let me know off list. Thanks!!! Dave Gebhard ***

test again

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test

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Re: Radius Arm Bushing

An auto machine shop can press them out easily. Put lots of anti seize compound on the new ones before you press them in. You may need to replace them again in about 30 years. :-) Dave When i had my floors put into the Spitfire, there was a problem removing one of the rear radius arms and

Re: Wiring Question

t might attach to the trans > bellhousing, but I'm not sure. > You are correct, that is where the ground cable should go. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_____|

Leaking Spitfire

ULTRA-tight bugdet. Any advice? Thanks in advance. Cheers, Dave = Dave Palazzolo Canyon Chasers Motorcycle Sport Touring http://www.canyonchasers.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around ***

Re: Starter doesn't always...

ng some thread lock compound to the screws. Also, you can just pick up a rebuild unit from your local parts shop. Hope this is off some help, good luck. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\___

test

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Re: Spitfire Swing Spring

1973 GT6 on 1973 model year Spitfire, as you noted. The shorter axles measure 11" between the U joint yoke and the dust shield, the longer ones are 12". Dave >Didn't the longer axles coincide with introduction of >the swing spring rear suspension? = No. Swing-sprin

Re: Spitfire Swing Spring

Just out of curiosity, does anybody know around what commission number the change took place? My late 1973 GT6 with swing spring definitely has axles that are exactly 1" longer than the 5 or 6 axles I have in my parts stash. Bummer. Dave >Didn't the longer axles coincide with in

Re: tires - silly-wide

eally sticky. Dave Even the racing boys here in the UK don't go above 185/60s on 13" wheels - - some have tried it and reported that they get worse performance... larger wheels too - worse performance around the track... There was an article in our club magazine - the best handling tyre s

Re: noisy throwout bearing on GT6

There is a discussion going on on the triumphs list regarding whistling throwout bearings. It looks like I have one. The consensus seems to be that the bearing should have a small amount of preload. Some kits apparently come with a spring and attachment strap for this purpose. Dave

Re: noisy throwout bearing on GT6

will probably just toss it and install a new one. The throw out arm on a GT6 pivots on a ball so I don't think that's it. Dave -Original Message- From: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Aug 16, 2004 5:14 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subj

Re: converting a 1500 hardtop into a targa top - feasible?

I had a friend who put a targa on a TR6. This was many years ago (late 70's-early 80's). It was defiantly factory made. I've since lost touch with this guy so I can't offer any more info. Dave - Original Message - From: "Emiel Rorije" <[EMAIL

Re: noisy throwout bearing on GT6

it seemed OK when I installed it but I have heard of them going bad. I will try a light spring one way or the other and see if that makes a difference. Thanks for the suggestion. Dave -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 14, 2004 9:42 PM To: Dave Fain <[EM

noisy throwout bearing on GT6

. In all my years of working on Triumphs, I have never run into this. It seems to be caused by the throwout bearing lightly touching the fingers on the pressure plate. Has anybody else ever encountered this? Would lightly greasing the face of the throwout bearing fix it? thanks, Dave

Toyota gearbox in GT6

Has anybody successfully installed a Toyota gearbox in a GT6? Herman Van Den Aker says it won't fit. I am guessing that he means that it won't fit without some modifications to the frame and tunnel. Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the l

Re: What *is* this?

I think it's sorta cool but the plastic hubcaps suck. >http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2485547559 > > >mjb. Looks like a bad Lotus 7 body kit on a Spitfire. I'd pay $150 for it. Andy L. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the l

Re: Springs

Doug, I liked the competition spring that VB sells. Gives a good firm feel...if that's what your looking for. Mine never came loose when I jacked it up but you are right,they are shorter. They look funny until you get the weight of the car on them. Dave G. - Original Me

Stromberg dashpot oil

What does it do? What best?? 5w20 won't work, will it? Dave Gebhard FK31597U *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] o

Re: wish

heap. The car will probably be around when I am long gone. Dave (halfway through rebuilding a 1973 GT6 money pit) >I wish I had bought one of those ridiculously priced Spitfires someone else >had completed. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Che

Re: gloppy paint and a new web page

oncening >. Sounds like the nozzle is clogged or not fitted properly. You can put it off and put it back on making sure it is in properly. Or if you

GT6 tire size

no problem but this car will have the wider wheels and the front end has been dropped about 1 1/2" by removing a coil from the springs. Does anybody out there have a similar setup? thanks, Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out

Re: Alternator Testing

earings are in good condition at the sametime. The parts can be bought online from Obsolete Automotive in Point Edward, which is beside Sarnia; http://www.obsoleteauto.com/ . Hope this

Re: Help!

y restored 1967 GT6 does so I plan to leave it that way for a while and just enjoy driving it. You might say it has a nice, uh, patina to it. It won't outrun a modern rice rocket, but who cares? How many of those Hondas are going to be on the road in 30 years? Dave *** http://ww

Connecting a voltmeter

knowing what condition the battery is in before I hit the starter. Is this going to cause a drain on the battery? Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL

New Arrival!!!!

e Database. ANOTHER ONE SAVED!!! You may stand and applaud now! Dave Gebhard Time to dig in and make this one look good again. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address r

Re: Lower shock mount

parts stash. I think the parts are identical from the earliest Spitfire and Herald to the last 1500 and GT6. Dave In a message dated 6/20/2004 6:26:04 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can anyone tell me if the Lower shock mount is replaceable? It looks like it is held

Re: compressor

Let's hear it for the union man!! DTG - Original Message - From: "fred thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Triumphs" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "spitfires" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2004 7:33 AM Subject: compressor > My union electrican neighbor found a

RE: removing hazard switch from GT6/Spitfire

get to the screws. It seems to be original. thanks, Dave -Original Message- From: "Gosling, Richard B" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Jun 7, 2004 2:26 AM To: 'Dave Fain' <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: removing hazard switch from GT6/Spitf

RE: removing hazard switch from GT6/Spitfire

etter light. I may need to remove the wood first, maybe that is what holds it in place. Dave -Original Message- From: "Gosling, Richard B" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Jun 4, 2004 9:10 AM To: 'Dave Fain' <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: rem

removing hazard switch from GT6/Spitfire

pushed out the front, but I can't see what is holding it in place. My switch is frozen solid and I think it might be part of the problem with my turn signals not working. thanks, Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.tea

Re: New fuel pump = carb leaking gas?

t put out the correct pressure with my original spacer. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_| \|_| | Dave Chu \/ \/ | /

Re: rear brake lines

Paul: As a temporary or not so temporary repair, remove the damaged section and replace it with a brass compression fitting. Dave >Well... spitbits, Canley and V.B. none of them list the >hard brake lines on the rear frame on the ass end of a >late Spit/GT6. > >Anyo

Re: front springs

I put the "competition springs" from VB on my spit. It did lower it about 1.5 inches. Feels stiffer also. Offhand, does anybody know what the rate of these spring are? Dave Gebhard - Original Message - From: "Larry Vaughan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[E

GT6 clutch pedal cover

l assembly has been replaced at some time? The rest of the car is a conglomeration of parts so nothing would surprise me. Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests

Miata seats

To list Finally found a decent set of recoverable Miata seats, before I order a new set of seat covers and matching fabric, does anyone have access to some logos or patches I could have applied to the seat covers before installation. Dave Simpson [demime 0.99d.1 removed an attachment of type

Re: >>NASS J. B. Weld w/ LBC content?

Wouldn't a little heat loosen this stuff?? Like a small propne torch. DG - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Spitlist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 17, 2004 1:30 PM Subject: Re: >>NASS J. B. Weld w/ LBC content? > NOPE! hammer and c

blown head gasket????

t wasn't a very warm day. Thanks Dave Gebhard *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majo

RE: Shiter knob?

yea, its kinda hard to measure back there, sorry I can't help..... Dave Willner Stroudsburg, PA NJTA / NASS #271 1959 TR3A Apple Green 1980 Spitfire Carmine Red 1970 BSA 441 Victor Special -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Fred Thomas

RE: GT6 exhaust system

That's what I figured. The smaller pipe probably provides more of a scavenging effect that a larger one would. I will go with 2". thanks, Dave -Original Message- From: Joe Curry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: May 5, 2004 10:17 AM To: 'Dave Fain' <[EMAIL

GT6 exhaust system

o put a similar system in the other car. Should I have a 2 1/2" system made or stick to Kastner's recommendations and use a 2" system? thanks, Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html ***

Re: Turn signals

It is not a very complicated mechanism. The cancel mechansim is a plastic tube that fits over the steering wheel column, mine was all cracked and missing bits from it. I have mapped out the electrical connections on the connector and the units. You can have a look at it here: http://www.ece.c

Re: Spitfire Water Pump... oops...

Can I do it without buying another water pump gasket?** If the gasket is still good, coat it with grease before you reinstall it. That way the next time you need to remove it, it < should > be OK to use again. YMMV Dave *** http://www.team.net/the

Subject: Vinegar

And you did it without the shop vac turning into a flame thrower. So much for that urban legend. >I let it drain several days, upside down and it still had gas in it. I used my >shop vac on it till I couldn't hear any thing splashing around. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your me

Re: Trans again

e height of the engine. I also found it much easier to position the gear box into place from under the car. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_| \|_| | Dave Chu

78 Distributor rebuild

t any help would be appreciated. Thanks. Dave |\ | | | ___/\ /\ /\_| \|_| | Dave Chu \/ \/ | /| | | Dept. of Elec. &

Miata seats

To list Too bad the rest of the world is not as helpful as you guys are, after driving for +1 hour, The guy behind the counter oh I was wrong the seats are from A Honda Desole, (SP) So much for wasting a day off Dave Simpson *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your

Miata seats

Hi list Well I am going to look at some used Miata seats today, and just had a thought about seat belts, Those who have installed Miata seats do you use the Miata seats belts or the original ones and did the seats come with belts on them? Dave Simpson 76 Spitfire *** http

Re: Spitfire Database now has over 10000 cars listed

The 10,000th registrant deserves a pat on the back!!! Dave Gebhard - Original Message - From: "Joe Curry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2004 1:22 AM Subject: Spitfire Database now has over 100

RE: TR7 wheels on a GT6?

I was hoping to use the GT6 nuts so I can still use the chrome GT6 center caps. Maybe the TR7 nuts will work. On the other hand, the TR6 nuts might also work since they had similar center caps. I will look into that. thanks, Dave -Original Message- From: Joe Curry <[EMAIL PROTEC

TR7 wheels on a GT6?

I think this got discussed a while back but I wasn't paying attention (sorry). If you chamfer the holes on a TR7 wheel, can you safely use it on a GT6/Spitfire? I need to replace the wheels and tires on my GT6 and the extra inch would be nice. thanks, Dave *** http://www.team.ne

Re: reduction gear starters - page already up

Wow, that was fast. Thanks, I will give it a try. Dave -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Apr 2, 2004 7:01 AM To: Dave Fain <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: reduction gear starters - page already up http://www.teglerizer.com/triump

reduction gear starters

interfering with the header pipe. Things are so tight that one of my spare Lucas starters won't fit because it hits the header. thanks, Dave *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change ad

Re: Nuts and Bolts

replaced once they are cleaned. Some others have already mentioned this, but most of the stuff that came on the car is of a better quality than what the average hardware store has on hand. Dave >I know this is a stretch, but those of you that have done a complete rebuild >of an engine,

Re: 79 Spit Interior Windshield frame Vinyl Coating?

Unless you are really hung up on originality, just paint it with black semi gloss. Nobody will know the difference unless you point it out to them. Dave >Hi Spitsters: >I have a 1979 Spitfire, in need of the interior windshield frame vinyl. I have >tried Nigel @ Spitbits, He tells m

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