Happy New Year folks, I am having trouble with the rear SU (1.25") such that it seems to be running super rich even when set to it's leanest setting. Both...
Hi Bryce Can you give us some more info please? Plus a few things to check out. 1) Has it always been this way, or has the problem just developed? 2) Have you...
Colin Dodds
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Jan 2, 2002 9:14 pm
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Hi. Have you checked where the float cuts off the needle jet on the incoming fuel, it is not enough that the fuel shuts off but that it shuts off at the...
Keith Trish & Calum N...
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Jan 2, 2002 9:15 pm
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Can anyone help with this query - What is the best five speed gearbox that can fit into a 65 1100cc austin healy sprite? Does anyone also know of the ...
Hey Guys and Gals :) Just lookin through the Dec/Jan issue of Sprite Torque and noticed that the Sprite Drive to Thirroul is on the 18th of Feb, which is a...
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Jan 5, 2002 1:29 pm
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Is there any confirmation of details of the above event as yet? As I am traveling to Sydney around Easter, I am keen to take in some of the event if it...
Rob, The National Challenge committee is meeting tomorrow night, to finalize package prices. A flyer will be sent to interstate clubs ASAP and details will be...
AVIS M. FOWLER
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Jan 9, 2002 8:47 am
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Anyone got a hint. I have a Mk3 midget at idle before I leave the driveway the oil presure is around 3kg after about 10 min of driving I pull up at the lights...
If anyone has anything they would like to include in the next issue of Sprite Torque, any For Sales (unwanted Chrissy presents), any Wanted's, or stories of...
Hi The idle speed of most Sprites is around 900 to 1000 rpm. I'm not surprised that your car stalls if it is idling at 550 rpm. The simple solution is to...
Colin Dodds
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Jan 12, 2002 7:16 am
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Just a quick reminder that the Australia Day Long weekend is coming up and there are just a few accommodation spots left for the Sprite drive to the Snowy...
Dear All, A few months ago, I asked if anyone had any tips about importing a car into Australia, however my move was delayed due to Sept 11th. I will now be ...
Dan Henry
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Jan 17, 2002 12:32 pm
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Dear All, Today, my engine seized, I was doing 90mph down the motorway.... Is it worth replacing my 1500cc engine with another, or re-engining it with an...
Dan Henry
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Jan 17, 2002 10:36 pm
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Dan, I think you must mean 'AUTOBAHN'. 90 MPH seems a bit fast for a Sydney Motorway! Anyway, if speeds your thing, a Rowntree 1275 + 60 th. will get you along...
Dan I presume you have a rubber-nose Midget with the 1500 engine as standard. If so, you should definitly get your engine rebuilt. Changing it for a 1275...
Colin Dodds
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Jan 18, 2002 7:51 am
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Dan, Forgive me if my memory has failed me, but are you not in the US and recently asking about importing your Midget into Australia, when you move here? If...
Hello I wish to purchase a 1966 Ausin Healey Sprite Mk3 in good condition. Please contact me if you know of any available, or have any ideas on obtaining one. ...
Mal Jacobsen
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Jan 21, 2002 3:50 am
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There was one advertised on the Adelaide Advertiser on Saturday iit sounded quite good. Cheers Silvio ... From: Mal Jacobsen <M.jacobsen@...> To:...
Silvio Iadarola
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Jan 21, 2002 4:00 am
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Mal, What type of car i.e. original/modified etc, do you want it to look nice go fast or both? Also what price range. Good condition can be anything from...
Thanks ... From: Silvio Iadarola [mailto:silvio@...] Sent: Monday, January 21, 2002 3:14 AM To: spridgets-aus@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re:...
Mal Jacobsen
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Jan 21, 2002 4:17 am
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Brett, Not sure if you are getting my personal emails to you right now, as no reply. So if not; yes the twin 1.25's are still available but I do have someone ...
Simon Look good, and be in good mechanical order - I'm into cruising, not speed. Up to $15k. Also it would be handy if it was in NSW. Thanks Mal...
Mal Jacobsen
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Jan 21, 2002 4:20 am
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well I took my midget back to the mechanic today due to the crummy tune job they did. (idle at 550rpm) anyhow got the boss to fix it now nice at 1000 rpm but...
CHANGE MECHANICS $1200 is ridiculous Suggest you phone me on 0414 789263 for a chat. regards Colin Sprite Parts ... From: treaka <walkerg@...> To:...
Colin Dodds
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Jan 21, 2002 8:58 am
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Hi, 4 Sale - Set of 4 hubcaps to fit MK 1, 2 & 3 Sprite. They have recently been repaired of all small dings and re-chromed. They are as new. Asking $200 ...
david.kennedy1@...
Jan 21, 2002 9:58 pm
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For those that are interested Ebay have the above for auction around US$800 reserve not met. ...
Keith Trish & Calum N...
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Jan 24, 2002 7:01 am
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Would someone advise if the program for the National Challenge is now available and if so could details be posted on this groups listing? Cheers Rob....
Rob, Flyers and booking forms have been sent to SA, Vic and Qld club contacts, for inclusion in the clubs' magazines. We will have downloadable forms available...
