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41. Re: In search of Better Brakes... (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2000 00:12:46 EDT; When I was shopping for an MGB, I test drove a lot of them. They all seemed to have poor brakes. The one I finally bought had the worst. It would hardly stop, even with a great deal of pedal pressur; /html/mgs/2000-04/msg01121.html (9,359 bytes)
42. @#%$&*! RADIATOR HOSES (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2000 23:39:17 EST; My second set of new radiator hoses (the two big ribbed ones) just failed on my '71 B. Each set only lasted about 5 months. They looked good out of the box, but showed fine cracks after just a few we; /html/mgs/2000-03/msg00370.html (7,102 bytes)
43. Re: TF / TD Gearbox Torque Settings and Oil (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Thu, 23 Mar 2000 23:59:23 EST; I switched to Redline MTL in my TD and now the shifting is much smoother. Redline claims the stuff is safe for brass and copper. (Got Redling in my B also, same improvement. 10,000 miles so far with; /html/mgs/2000-03/msg01272.html (6,878 bytes)
44. Trying to change a Piston with Engine and Crank in Place (TD) (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Thu, 9 Dec 1999 23:44:32 EST; As several list members advised, I was able to remove the piston and rod from the bottom past the crank. I found this had to be done on the camshaft side of the engine and it's a bit tricky. The cran; /html/mgs/1999-12/msg00495.html (9,645 bytes)
45. Need more advice on TD piston change (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Tue, 14 Dec 1999 23:51:06 EST; Now that I've pulled the bad +.020 piston, how can I check the bore to make sure the replacement needs to be +.020? I can't assume the DPO did anything right on this car. Would a feeler gauge with th; /html/mgs/1999-12/msg00686.html (6,935 bytes)
46. Seeking more TD Piston Advice (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Tue, 28 Dec 1999 20:56:04 EST; Does anyone know of a source of 3 ring pistons for the XPAG engine? I ordered a set of Moss pistons which were advertised as 3 ring, but received four ring ones. I'd like the three ring ones so I can; /html/mgs/1999-12/msg01211.html (7,349 bytes)
47. I've got a "Clunk" noise (71 MGB) (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Tue, 9 Nov 1999 00:39:40 EST; I get an intermittent clunk noise when I start from a stop sign or stop light. It sounds like it's coming from the right rear somewhere (of course noises don't always come from where they sound like; /html/mgs/1999-11/msg00403.html (7,756 bytes)
48. Re: What causes "shutoff shudder"? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Thu, 11 Nov 1999 00:18:30 EST; The only way I've found to completely eliminate my 71's run-on is to use premium gas with an octane booster. Remember these cars are supposed to get 98 octane. (Also no ping and it runs better!) Bob; /html/mgs/1999-11/msg00517.html (8,356 bytes)
49. Changing a piston on a TD question (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Tue, 30 Nov 1999 21:23:35 EST; I removed the cylinder head on my TD to have it rebuilt by a local shop. (By local I mean it's in the same state, 120 miles away.) With the pistons exposed I discovered number four had a chunk along; /html/mgs/1999-11/msg01353.html (7,784 bytes)
50. How hot is too hot? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Mon, 6 Sep 1999 15:30:49 EDT; On a hot day my TD's temperature gauge gets up to 212. All I know is that this is above the thermostat rating of 190. Is something wrong if the temperature gets above the thermostat rating? What temp; /html/mgs/1999-09/msg00236.html (7,595 bytes)
51. Do you oil the No-Name Flat Air Cleaners? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Fri, 10 Sep 1999 22:48:18 EDT; My B has a set of the no-name flat chrome plated air cleaners. The filter element is some kind of foam like you find on lawnmower air filters. These are supposed to be washable. After washing and dry; /html/mgs/1999-09/msg00559.html (6,901 bytes)
52. Sticky Valve? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Sat, 25 Sep 1999 19:20:02 EDT; Today my TD suddenly started making a terrible tapping racket while at highway speed. I had to limp home at 20 mph. This has happened twice before in the last two years. The last two times the noise; /html/mgs/1999-09/msg01267.html (6,657 bytes)
53. How to loosen the big oil hoses ? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Sun, 1 Aug 1999 15:28:39 EDT; I just got a new set of oil hoses, the ones that go to the oil cooler. I can't seem to get any of the fittings on the old ones loose. The one that goes to the block is especially vexing as there is n; /html/mgs/1999-08/msg00017.html (6,515 bytes)
54. Where can I get a Brake Drum puller? (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Mon, 2 Aug 1999 22:37:30 EDT; The young whippersnappers in the automotive part stores don't know what I'm talking about. But back in the days of front drum brakes, I remember something like a gear puller that attached to the drum; /html/mgs/1999-08/msg00088.html (7,146 bytes)
55. Re: spark plugs (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Wed, 4 Aug 1999 22:51:04 EDT; The spark will occur where the gap is narrowest. When air (the dielectric) breaks down (ionizes) its resistance drops to a low value. This loads down the voltage, making it impossible for an arc to s; /html/mgs/1999-08/msg00207.html (7,456 bytes)
56. Changing Rear End Ratio in a TD (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 18:07:22 EDT; I've always shied away from highway driving in my TD. The engine just doesn't sound too happy at 4000rpm. I've finely decided to take the plunge and change the rear end ratio. My mechanic has an MGA; /html/mgs/1999-08/msg00387.html (7,548 bytes)
57. Re: Wipers / Wiper Regulation (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Mon, 9 Aug 1999 18:57:32 EDT; That's the government for you! I think the middle wiper actually worsens visibility. And isn't it a coincidence that domestic cars met the regulations without having to add a third wiper! Most of the; /html/mgs/1999-08/msg00391.html (6,987 bytes)
58. Tonneau/Tie-Rod/Hose Questions (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Sat, 3 Jul 1999 13:34:47 EDT; Tonneau: I just installed a Robins full tonneau on my '71 B. I only used the fasteners that came on the car. Does the full tonneau need additional fasteners installed on the car? I have four left ove; /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00109.html (7,890 bytes)
59. Re: transmission oil (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Sat, 3 Jul 1999 13:58:08 EDT; I put Red Line MT-90 in my TD and Red Line 75W90NS in my MGB and noted smoother shifting with both cars. I don't know what the difference is between these two products but they both work great. (Don'; /html/mgs/1999-07/msg00110.html (7,362 bytes)
60. Car Plumbing and Teflon Tape (score: 1): Author: BobMGT@aol.com; Date: Sat, 24 Jul 1999 11:44:22 EDT; I'm getting ready to replace the original oil hoses on my '71 B, the big ones to the oil cooler and the little one to the oil gauge sender. The car has been using a lot of oil lately. I can see the l; /html/mgs/1999-07/msg01422.html (6,976 bytes)

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