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Thaddeus SnaithMember ID: thaddeus367
Status: Free MemberPrattsburgh, NY, USA 
Last Login: 2025-06-24 07:20
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There are 10 total entries in this Journal.
Rplaced Starter!
Posted on: Monday May 9, 2022
Yesterday I was finally able to install my new gear reduction on my 1980. I believe the solenoid was bad. Upon taking it out I noticed the flywheel's teeth chewed a significant amount. Hoping for the best, I put in the new starter and I turned the key, the only thing I heard was 1 big loud click. I think that was the sound of the starter gear connecting with the flywheel. So, me being as smart as I am, went around tightening things and in doing so I stripped the copper terminal on the starter....
Tinkering 4-10-22
Posted on: Sunday April 10, 2022
Yesterday I wanted to do a little investigating to see where the fuel drippage was coming from under the carb. So I took off the air filter and messed around a little bit Cleaned the carburetor, tightened loose bolts added clamps to loose hoses, and aligned my steering wheel. I love this car!
1st Drive - I Am Thrilled!
Posted on: Sunday April 3, 2022
Other than test driving the car during the purchase, which was like 13 degrees in Delaware on January 15th, I took Lucy out for her first spin under my ownership. Having never owned or driven an MG I was completely captivated with the experience. Love it!
New Vinyl!
Posted on: Sunday April 3, 2022
Finally received the seat vinyl kit from Rimmer Bros! However, did not come with headrest vinyl but I was able to get that vinyl from Mike Ruckman. Thanks, @princetn1 I went for the driver's seat first since I really needed that done! The seat foam deteriorated! I started the seat tear down 1-24-22 and it sat for almost two months while I waited for warmer weather b/c my shop is not insulated and heated yet. Got the new vinyl on 3-31-22 and installed the seat 4-1-22 (also registered that...
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