[Spit] Spitfie parts

2007-06-02 Thread Ken C
Here is a list of the remaining Spitfire parts still available. Anyone interested, please contact me off forum. Thanks, Ken C Spitfire parts  Mark IV / 1500 Side window glass 1 right, 1 left Drop Window glass guides, 1 set left side, 1 set right side, Doors _ no rust, 1 _ right, 1

[Spit] 1972 Spit for Sale

2007-04-16 Thread Ken C
om [EMAIL PROTECTED] Asking $6500 (obo) Thanks, Ken C _ Mortgage rates near historic lows. Refinance $200,000 loan for as low as $771/month* https://www2.nextag.com/goto.jsp?product=10035&url=%2fst.js

[Spit] The time has come

2007-03-04 Thread Ken C
ollecting for awhile. Even including a spare 1500 short block. Who has a spare windscreen, got one. All kinds of stuff. I have posted the list previously. Not quite sure what all this is worth, I'd like to get $6k, but whatever the market will bear. Anyone interested, please PM, [EMAIL PR

RE: 1500 engine rebuild

2006-12-26 Thread Ken C
. Take the head to a competent engine rebuilder and talk it over. Tell him what compression you are looking for and he should be able to get close. Ken C Here's my next crossroad that I would like the advice of the list members. I'm thinking of changing the pistons from the dished

Re: Cam Shaft

2006-09-08 Thread Ken C
I second what Nolan says about Ted at TSI. The TSI275 cam is an excellent replacement for the late model, low performance stock cams. Been running one for several years, recommended. Ken C Personally, I've found Ted at TS a very good person to talk to about what you're doing and

Re: Re-using Silicon brake fluid?

2006-07-22 Thread Ken C
Hi Barry, Is it even necessary to remove and filter silicon brake fluid ? The main reason to replace DOT 3,4 is because it's hydroscopic and causes rust. When you filtered the silicon fluid, did you see any 'dirt' ? Ken C Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http

RE: Best sequence for installing Door Waist Seal and Wheatherstrip

2006-07-15 Thread Ken C
The window needs to be installed first and then the weatherstrip and waist seal. However, an alternate method of attachment is to use silicon adhesive for both rather than the metal clips. And the paint does not get scratched. Mine have been attached this way for 4 years Ken C I am

Re: 1980 Spitfire Head

2006-05-13 Thread Ken C
Won't be able to make the measurement untill next week. I am certainly curioius. Still think I remember the machine shop saying something like 1/4 inch. But, hell, I can barely remember breakfast !! :-) Ken C If you pull off the valve cover, you can measure the height of the

Re: 1980 Spitfire Head

2006-05-12 Thread Ken C
ed shorter pushrods. It is a 1500 block and head. In fact Joe, I think it's the block I bought from you. Maybe I can figure a way to measure the head while on the engine, any ideas ? Ken C Arte you sure about that number? .25 is a quarter of an inch. That seems to be a bit extreme for

Re: 1980 Spitfire Head

2006-05-11 Thread Ken C
A machine shop removed about 0.25" on mine, yielded about 9.6:1 with flat top pistons.. So, probably around 0.2". I did not replace the pushrods, but it's something easily checked when assembling the engine. Ken C I am considering having the head on my Spitfire milled do

Parts for sale

2006-04-21 Thread Ken C
Here's a list of parts available. Please contact me directly. Thanks, Ken C MKIV / 1500 LHD Spitfire Parts for sale; Center console tunnel cover - black - $15 Temperature control level - $5 Heat distribution lever - $5 Demister vents, r & l, Cappings, r & l, - $25 for

lifts

2005-12-20 Thread Ken C
Hi Doug, A friend in Chicago had an Eagle lift, http://eagleequip.com/page/EE/CTGY/LI, which he loved. Sold it when he moved to Missouri and bought a house with a four car garage. His only advice, make sure the upper auto dosen't leak !! :-) Ken C Your messages not reaching the

drive failure

2005-12-05 Thread Ken C
weekend, please resend. Ain't computers wonderful ? They make life so much easier. Ken C 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://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on th

Wire Wheels

2005-11-30 Thread Ken C
To all those who express interest in the wire wheels, they are sold. But there are LOTS more parts !! :-) Ken C 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://www.vtr.org

Parts for sale

2005-11-29 Thread Ken C
wing finisher  black (2) - $25 for both Front Wing finisher  chrome (2) - $25 for both Windshield cap  stainless - $15 Plus shipping. Additional info, pictures, etc available, just email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Oh, the prices are not cast in concrete. Ken C Your messages not reaching the list? C

Been awhile

2005-11-14 Thread Ken C
e wheels, 4 with new tires. Anyone interested ? Contact me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ken C 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://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air ===

Arizona smog

2004-08-29 Thread Ken C
og checked. And California is usually much tougher. My Spit has been modified a lot, cam, compression, carbs, exhaust. Any idea how tough this test is going to be ? Sure don't want to return to original, any ideas ? Ken C

Brake lights

2003-03-16 Thread Ken C
ecial ! Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include this trailer, they wil

Re: Battery problem

2003-03-15 Thread Ken C
icely. And no terminal contact with the 'brace'. The only thing left to figure out is how to tie the battery down. Ken C > > I don't know what size battery Triumph originally used in the later > models. I do know that a lot of people buy a smaller size battery > than

Battery problem

2003-03-14 Thread Ken C
minal ? Or am I just missing something ? TIA ... Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! I

California Smog Bill

2003-03-02 Thread Ken C
check. We need to make our opinion known to our local senators. Here's an easy way to find out who your California senator is; http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/yourleg.html Hey, California is NOT the land of common sense. Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [

Re: Lucas connectors

2003-02-11 Thread Ken C
Thanks, everyone. Lots of places out there. Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies

Lucas connectors

2003-02-10 Thread Ken C
Any sources (in addition to VB) for the push - pull electrical connectors used throughout the Spitfire ? I have had problems with the ones from VB. Also, has anyone redone the harness to replace the push - pull connectors entirely ? If so, what type of connector did you use ? TIA, Ken C

MK IV Body Tub & Bonnet

2003-02-10 Thread Ken C
m up before they get sent to the recycle bin. Anyone interested, please contact me offlist. Thanks. Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive ///

Triumph World

2003-02-08 Thread Ken C
on of Triumphfest !) As they say in So Cal, righteous ride, dude !! Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] ///

Re: Remote clutch bleeding & oil coolers

2003-01-25 Thread Ken C
A nice looking setup, Paul. Do you add any additional oil to account for the oil cooler ? Ken C > Thinkauto is where I bought my setup > http://www.teglerizer.com/triumphstuff/75w_oilcooler.htm > even though I paid for the extra freight charges from the U.K. to > the U.SI got be

Re: Remote clutch bleeding & oil coolers

2003-01-25 Thread Ken C
o.com/ Looks like I have an OT1 Oilstat. I will ask for some additional info. Ken C > I'd be careful about hooking up the temp control > because, as I remember, the oil must flow a particular > direction, same as a oil filter. Look closely at the > ports on the control and

Re: Remote clutch bleeding & oil coolers

2003-01-25 Thread Ken C
e ! Custom made remote clutch bleeders ! Why don't you make up a 'prototype' and send it over here for thorough 'testing' . No, huh, oh well, I gave it a shot. :-) I think I'll look into some sort of valve arrangement. Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list ///

Remote clutch bleeding & oil coolers

2003-01-24 Thread Ken C
on ... Oil coolers on street driven Spits, I know there are varying opinions. Has anyone ever used a 'bypass' so the cooler could be turned off for the cooler months ? Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.n

Computer crash

2003-01-24 Thread Ken C
Sorry to bomb the list, but a computer problem cost me my address book, the high tech version of the dog ate my homework. Anyhow, BillG, if you could contact me offlist. Thanks, Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http

Body Shell / Bonnet

2003-01-15 Thread Ken C
Listers, An update to the body shell and bonnet offer posted earlier. Trades are also an option. If you have some Spitfire parts to trade contact me off list. Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin

Body Shell / Bonnet

2003-01-14 Thread Ken C
l the interior, and drive off into the sunset. Did I mention, NO RUST ! Pictures will be available soon. They are located in San Diego. Anyone interested, please contact me off list. Thanks, Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try

Re: Bouncy bouncy

2003-01-07 Thread Ken C
Thanks guys, I think I'll give them a try. Ken C > Ken - I have a set of Monroe's MA-785s on my '74 Spit and it gives what I > consider a semi-firm, comfortable, but solid ride - and the height > adjustment is a bonus. I am very happy with them - especially after all the

Re: Bouncy bouncy

2003-01-06 Thread Ken C
Has anyone used air shocks to compensate for ride height ? I've read somewhere that early year Corvette air shocks will fit. Ken C > On my swing-spring '72, the KYBs did not seem to significantly affect the rear ride height. > Before I put them on, the rear was about 1/2"

Re: Car Covers

2002-12-27 Thread Ken C
$100. outdoor waterproof - usually the most expensive. What you want to look for is 'breathable' and waterproof. Be prepared to spend well over $100. Good luck ... Ken C >Subject: Car Covers > Listers, > > Does anyone want to share their opinions about "Car Covers&quo

New Seats

2002-11-15 Thread Ken C
Has anyone ever tried a Pape seat ? http://www.pape-ent.com/ They don't seem too expensive, the one I like, the Pro Bucket, is under $150, and that's with a vinyl seatcover. Comments ? Pros, cons ... Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL

Re: Which engine to rebuild?

2002-10-15 Thread Ken C
ompression up to about 9.5:1), drop on a couple of HS4's, pop in a 'high-lift' road camshaft, and pump everything out through a less restrictive exhaust system (4-2-1 header, 2 1/2" pipe), you will really enjoy driving it ! Good luck, Ken C > I am looking for some reasoned ad

Re: Distributor Black Box

2002-06-30 Thread Ken C
Thanks, Bobby, this is probably what I need. I still think I remember reading about the HEI thing, but who knows ... Ken C >I have repaired my box a couple of times. The first time I went to napa > and bought their box. The Part Number is 180-0002 for about $30.00. A > short wh

Distributor Black Box

2002-06-29 Thread Ken C
et ANOTHER senior moment ? :-) Ken C /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include th

Re: Cooling

2002-06-18 Thread Ken C
Hi Barry, If you get a chance, read Bedard's column. The RSC sounds like it's worth a try. I'm just trying to figure a way to get some ! Ken C >If your having a slight problem with slight overheating say just in hot weather and the gauge gets a little more towards the hot th

Cooling

2002-06-18 Thread Ken C
dow and check "Ask Zerex" and type in a comment. We need this stuff ! Ken C [demime 0.97c removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of happy.gif] /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/major

Free Parts

2002-06-01 Thread Ken C
Anybody interested ? Give me an email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ken C (in San Diego) /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /