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201. Re: bugeye brakes (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Wed, 06 May 1998 16:34:13 -0400; 1) Check the adjustment on the drum brakes again. (You are adjusting them with the handbrake OFF, right?) 2) Look for play in the brake-pedal-to-master-cylinder linkage, especially the clevis pin. A; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00092.html (8,311 bytes)
202. Re: '76 Midget Brakes - not fully "releasing" (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Fri, 15 May 1998 17:09:12 -0400; Leave the calipers alone. The probablility is beter than 95% that it's the rubber brake hoses. If the caliper was stuck, you wouldn't have gotten squirted when you opened the bleed nipple. The "squi; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00205.html (10,088 bytes)
203. RE: 40 Years Today - Happy Birthday? (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Mon, 18 May 1998 07:59:00 -0400; So, if you reckon the "birthday" as the announcement to the public, then the Sprite and I share a birthday (except I'm a year younger)! I spent the 17th at a British car show here in Columbus, Ohio.; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00251.html (8,686 bytes)
204. RE: Suspension (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Mon, 18 May 1998 08:09:43 -0400; Replace the bushings before deciding to go the whole route. Converting now rather than later won't save you a a lot of time, and you'll be better able to properly diagnose with decent bushings in th; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00252.html (8,639 bytes)
205. RE: 77 1500 Differential problems - I Think (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Mon, 18 May 1998 13:54:35 -0400; I'd go with the rebuilt unit. There are very few who have the correct tools and knowledge, and the time it takes means plenty of shop charges. Frankly, with a rebuilt differential from any of the us; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00257.html (8,560 bytes)
206. RE: '76 Midget - Brake Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding? (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Wed, 20 May 1998 07:17:41 -0400; Don't do it that way if you're using silicone (DOT5 fluid). You'll end up with a master cylinder full of silicone fluid with a lot of "entrained" air, which silicone doesn't release easily. You'll e; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00313.html (9,050 bytes)
207. RE: Fulcrum pin (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Wed, 20 May 1998 07:28:30 -0400; Enough play for you to notice is probably too much. The procedure for replacing them is (simplified): 1) Cut off old bushings 2) Fit new bushings, using fulcrum pin to align them. 3) Somehow hold th; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00314.html (7,574 bytes)
208. RE: tail/brake light (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Wed, 27 May 1998 07:28:07 -0400; Read this on a packet of sugar, but I've found it all too true (at least in my "Experience is a wonderful thing. It allows you to recognize a mistake when you make it a second time." Chris Kotting ck; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00476.html (8,725 bytes)
209. RE: Still stumped (was rough running midget part) (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Wed, 27 May 1998 12:35:40 -0400; One way to check the coil is very simple. Run the car until it stumbles or dies. CAREFULLY put one hand on the coil. If it's hot, it's suspect, especially if it is hotter than, say, the valve cover.; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00485.html (9,126 bytes)
210. RE: Reverse Switch Bullet Connectors (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Fri, 29 May 1998 07:18:37 -0400; Just pull. However, you might reduce the "yuck factor" by taking your car to one of those coil-op car washes and using the wand to blast most of the goo off. Just let it dry thoroughly afterwards (w; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00562.html (8,104 bytes)
211. RE: Clonking Progress Report and Questions (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Fri, 29 May 1998 07:28:41 -0400; RE: A-arm bushings as the source of a clunk. Uh, yeah, it sounds like that's at least part of the problem. RE: Kingpins & Wheel bearings. Even if you don't detect much play right now, I'd still figu; /html/spridgets/1998-05/msg00563.html (9,979 bytes)
212. Re: LBC's SOBRIQUET (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Thu, 02 Apr 1998 17:36:12 -0500; 77' Midget - Named Martha because that's what she TOLD me her name was when I asked! Chris Kotting ckotting@iwaynet.net; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00074.html (7,742 bytes)
213. Re: Don Adams' Tiger - WAS: LBC SOBRIQUET (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Thu, 02 Apr 1998 18:23:05 -0500; The last I read, he still had it. Chris Kotting ckotting@iwaynet.net; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00080.html (9,051 bytes)
214. Re: 79 Midget low oil pressure warning light (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Sun, 05 Apr 1998 08:09:01 -0400; How many miles are on those main and rod bearings? The most common cause low or no oil pressure in the 1500 is main and rod bearings that are worn. The 1500 is hard on them, and it's just a good ide; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00169.html (8,701 bytes)
215. Re: Sacrilege, a bugeye Miata (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Sun, 05 Apr 1998 10:56:01 -0400; "It looks like a guppy." Based on facial expression and inflection, it was NOT a sentiment of endearment. RE: Miata stickers: I'd bet if you make them, they'll sell like crazy! Whaddayathink? A littl; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00172.html (9,523 bytes)
216. RE: East vs. West/Sports Car Mecca (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Tue, 7 Apr 1998 07:26:55 -0400; I don't know that they necessarily crossed either pond. I'd wager that just as many ended up going north and east, where "rust free" is such a rarity! Chris Kotting ckotting@iwaynet.net to can so. on; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00255.html (8,718 bytes)
217. RE: 1997 Frogeye Sprite (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Thu, 9 Apr 1998 13:38:57 -0400; The brochure is really neat, but the company isn't doing too well. http://www.insolvency.co.uk/sales/0106pric.htm They're in receivership, so it doesn't look too goo for the future. I doubt that a po; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00331.html (8,117 bytes)
218. RE: Seat Belts and Fast Idle (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Mon, 13 Apr 1998 12:05:20 -0400; If you're replacing existing seat belts with belts similar to the original, then use the stock mounting points. If you're upgrading, then you will need to carefully consider correct mounting points; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00409.html (9,055 bytes)
219. RE: Another Insurance Question (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Mon, 13 Apr 1998 14:55:51 -0400; I don't know about other folks, but every year in late fall I send my insurance agent a letter taking the liability coverage off of my MG, leaving what is called over here "Comprehensive" in place.; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00426.html (9,410 bytes)
220. Re: British Motor Industry Heritage Trust (score: 1): Author: Chris Kotting <ckotting@iwaynet.net>; Date: Tue, 21 Apr 1998 21:55:27 -0400; Yep, it's a "British thing" alright. Over there a car keeps a single registration pretty much all through its life, unless some special circumstances (and fees) are involved. Chris Kotting ckotting@; /html/spridgets/1998-04/msg00693.html (8,215 bytes)

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