Thanks, Colin. I seem to remember reading about, or someone saying something about, inserting relays into the wiring, for reasons that I can't remember....
Don Jordan
blue.waters@...
Feb 1, 2005 12:15 pm
5765
Don, the electrics were never the strong point of spridget design, particularly in relation to fuses & relays. In a bugeye for example there are but two fuses...
The same site has a Sprite listed as Mk, but it isn't. Correct me if I'm wrong. ... From: Bruce Miles To: spridgets-aus@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday,...
Thanks, Bruce. That was what I was trying to remember. BTW, I found a brilliant site that explains lots about MG electricals in language that I can...
Don Jordan
blue.waters@...
Feb 2, 2005 12:42 am
5770
I probably should have mentioned , i'd do a rivergate 5speed conversion at the same time, so does that mean a marina engine is not suitable at all, or now a...
G'day Don, I needed to get a new wiring loom, so took the opportunity to make some "adjustments" to the original. It's not that difficult to fit some relays ...
G'day Andy The Rivergate backing plate will adapt to either the Sprite/Midget engine or the Marina engine. I forgot to mention that the Sprite/Midget flywheel...
Colin, I thought the rivergate kit was for the datsun box (79-82 sunny 5spd) ??? http://www.rivergate5speed.com/desc_of_trans.html My brother Dave (modified...
G'day Andy You're right, I'm wrong. There are two kits from the US for the Datsun box, one is Rivergate, the other Morriservice. The jury is out over which...
G'day everyone.. I now have a marina/A+ series engine and i have a steel engine plate that came with it for the conversion and its 5mm thick... does anyone...
You could try a flywheel off a 4cyl Ford Escort the quality of the steel is not so good, just watch your revs nothing over 7000 for too long.I raced with one...
Colin, I have a marina 1275, the person who i purchased it off gave me a 5mm thick engine plate... which happens to made out of garden variety mild steel ...
Hia Cam, Contact Simon Gardiner at Power Play on 03 9584 7373. He made my aluminium backing plate for me, as the original cast steel one was broken & bloody...
or I can supply one, off the shelf, for $270 + GST. avagoodday Colin www.SpriteParts.com.au ... From: <rodney.wells@...> To: <spridgets-aus@yahoogroups.com>...
Cam I wanted a 5 speed and did a fair bit of chatting with guys in the US where it is a very common conversion. The view of most listers there is that Paul...
Hey Scott, If u dont mind my asking, whats it costing u to land your 5speedkit and/or box here? Does the supplier have a website? I did manage to find a couple...
Cam It was in the range ~US$650 before freight. But it worked for me as I was bringing a container back and got the freight for free. Colin has a couple that...
I came across www.csaa.com the other night which covers Car Care and Repair. It seemed comprehensive and practical, and I thought it may suit beginners, wives,...
Don Jordan
blue.waters@...
Feb 3, 2005 11:41 pm
5786
Hi, I am a new poster to the list only just having found this group. My sprite has a lot of body roll (I think that is the right term) on cornering. I have had...
G'day Russell You seem to have a basic problem that needs fixing, before you consider the add-ons you mention. I would guess that 1 Sprite in 100 has a...
Colin, Thanks for the prompt reply. Without looking up my receipt, I had lever arm shocks fitted front and back (not sure if they are new or reco), new rear...
G'day again Russell All Sprites have a tendency for the rear springs to flex and the body to roll on corners. However, this in itself isn't a cause for worry...
G'day guys There is some rumour of a drive to Kiama in the near future. I don't have a copy of Sprite Torque, so could I have some details please? Like: When...
Colin, I am located in Melbourne. I have heard of sway bars but I still don't quite get what they are for. I had a look under the car; does it fit in the holes...
Colin, Details are as follows: Sunday 13 February 2005 - Breakfast Drive to Kiama Meeting at the Crossroads Hotel, Crossroads at 7:30am for 8am departure. A ...
I have a complete 66 Mk3 Sprite dismantled which I am keen to move and am open to offers. Needs the usual steel and body work resto etc. Original engine with...
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