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1 NADdMD@aol.com 24Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed
2 QROVER80@aol.com 17Re: Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed
3 NADdMD@aol.com 18Re: Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed
4 MALCOLMF [MALCOLMF@prodi50Re: Meths
5 Jim Lester [Jim@home100.27Any suggestions
6 Jeremy Bartlett [bartlet18Re: Any suggestions
7 AKBLACKLEY@aol.com 2550TH
8 RykRover@aol.com 16SIIa for Sale
9 Wesley Harris [wharris@i19brake line routing
10 Jeremy Bartlett [bartlet35Re: brake line routing
11 Matthew Wilson [bogatyr@12subscribe


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From: NADdMD@aol.com
Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 07:56:58 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed

Hi all,

Got the Brick back with its new clutch and rear mainseal.  A few things were
not assembled correctely (transmission brake linkage, floors in wrong ), but
the real problem is the drive in this AM.  

The clutch engages very close to the floor and I can't get the transmission
to double clutch for shifting down (3rd to 2nd).  I climbed under and the
linkage has some upward movement, but without my cheat notes here, I can't
remember proper amount or which way I need to go with the nuts to give it a
little more freeplay.

I'm going to try to adjust it for the drive home this evening, so rapid
responses are appreciated.

Thanks

Nate

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From: QROVER80@aol.com
Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 09:45:22 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Re: Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed

Nate is the brick a IIa or a III ?
I assume that nothing was done to the hydraulic side? 
If it engages close to the floor and assuming that nothing is wrong with the
leaky side you will be wanting to give it LESS free play. It is possible that
the slave cyl has been mounted incorrectly. Check that the pushrod goes all
the way to the "bottom" of the slave cyl. Considering that "they" assembled
other things incorrectly it is possible that something was done wrong in the
bell housing , I hope not tho. Be careful, you do not want to have to start
improvising / bodging the clutch linkage to make up for someone else's
incorrect assembly.
Rgds Quintin Aspin

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From: NADdMD@aol.com
Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 11:32:20 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Re: Quick clutch adjustment pointers needed

In a message dated 97-08-08 09:47:00 EDT, you write:

<< Nate is the brick a IIa or a III ?
 I assume that nothing was done to the hydraulic side?  >>

It's a IIa (with a SII engine and transmission).  Interestingly, I noted some
hydraulic fluid along the push rod last night (possible leak), but the fluid
is topped up therefore it shouldn't affect the throw the the clutch.  I
figure it is either maladjustment of the pushrod or air in the system. I
guess I'll have to fuss with it when I get home.

Nate

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Date: Fri, 08 Aug 1997 13:14:17 +0000
From: MALCOLMF <MALCOLMF@prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: Meths

> > Anyone from Holland who kwows the dutch equivalent of this Meth ?

> same as methylated spririts in the UK? Which is known as denatured alcohol
> in the US? Chemists....help!
> Marcus

OK. You asked for it.

Alcohols are compounds of the general formula ROH where R is any alkyl,
or substituted alkyl group. In the most commonly found alcohols, R is a
chain of one to three carbon atoms in length.  

All are a fire hazard.  Volatility decreases as carbon chain increases
(molecular weight goes up), hence a decrease in inflammability and
explosive levels of vapors in confined areas.  

All can be used to sterilize, but ethanol is preferred because of low
toxicity and rapid evaporation.  

All are good solvents for certain types of materials, with the solvency
power generally decreasing with increasing molecular weight.  

1 carbon:    methyl alcohol, methanol, methylated spirits, wood alcohol,
a specific toxin for the optic nerve and at very low levels causes
blindness and death at higher levels.  Vapors bad to breathe.  Think
toxicity when you think methanol.  

2 carbons:   ethyl alcohol, ethanol, spirits, grain alcohol (drinking
stuff), denatured alcohol (when needed for its properties as a solvent,
fuel, etc., a noxious, difficult to remove substance (gasoline is one)
is added to ethanol which will cause all sorts of unpleasant but not
deadly results.  Heavy tax on drinkable alcohol, very little on
denatured.  Vapors less toxic(brandy, etc.).  Fires can be extinguished
with water, hence ethanol, most likely denatured, is a fuel of choice
for stoves aboard boats.  

3 carbons:   propyl alcohol, propanol [straight chain]; isopropyl
alcohol, isopropanol [branched chain], rubbing alcohol; causes severe
gastric disturbances (both ends) if ingested.  I believe that it is
essentially this stuff that Christy used to make a fortune in by canning
it and selling it as Dry Gas.  It is not terribly gasoline soluble,
preferring the water in the fuel tank, where it acts as antifreeze.  One
of the few joys of being hospitalized are the alcohol back rubs
(isopropanol evaporates more slowly than ethanol, hence a) it is not as
chilling and b) lets the rub last longer.)

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Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 17:39:26 +0100
From: Jim Lester <Jim@home100.demon.co.uk>
Subject: Any suggestions

I bought a SWB series III Desiel hardtop a year ago and 
have read all the messages with interest as I am not 
mechanically minded.

I have two questions

1       someone suggested that bus operators use engine oil
        in the diffs as an aid to increased mpg, it ths a 
        sound suggestion

2       having just completed a 300 mile round trip to pick 
        the wife from the airport I blew 3 pints of engine 
        oil from the rocker breather
        I assume that at 80000 miles the worn rings are 
        creating pressure in the sump.  An engine rebuild 
        is not possible is there anything else I can try

Another bearded, Radio amateur 
in love with a very dirty Landie                                             
    
-- 
Jim Lester

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Date: Fri, 08 Aug 1997 10:33:50 -0700
From: Jeremy Bartlett <bartlett@slip.net>
Subject: Re: Any suggestions

Jim Lester wrote:
> URL: http://WWW.Land-Rover.Team.Net/
> I bought a SWB series III Desiel hardtop a year ago and
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>         in the diffs as an aid to increased mpg, it ths a
>         sound suggestion

If you're looking to replace your diff shortly thereafter :)
Otherwise I'd say definitely not.

cheers,

Jeremy

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From: AKBLACKLEY@aol.com
Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 14:19:44 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: 50TH

Sandy: I agree with your thoughts on location. Might I suggest the
Parkersburg WVA area? The Blue Ridge Land Rover Club has done some rallies in
this area ( I am a club member, but not an official, so these are my
unsanctioned thoughts only). Advantages: 
1. Terrain. Lots of good county "highways" which are legal to drive on but
very challenging to drive through. Mostly abandoned or little used roads from
the oil boom days. Rallies have been done here with convoy groups split
according to driver and vehicle ability and with trails in close proximity so
that the "less damaging" can meet the "balls to the wall" bunch for lunch
along the way.
2. Access. Good access from Canada and the north, and from the south east on
I-77. Access from the east on US 50 and I-79. It is about equidistant from
Vermont, Wisconsin, Georgia and Mississippi if a big regional draw is the
goal.
3. Cheap plentiful lodging. Big truck stop area here.
4. Timing. If set for late April/ early May the weather might be half decent.
Lots of mud, but with the trees already green.
Just some thoughts. Cheers. Andy Blackley
  

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From: RykRover@aol.com
Date: Fri, 8 Aug 1997 16:56:05 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: SIIa for Sale

`63 SIIa  hardtop
strong motor & gearbox, new fuel pump, wires,battery,brakes & lines,exhaust,
swivels w/ gaiters, steering links, tie rods, u-joints,clutch & master
cylinder.
very good mechanical shape  
bodyneeds some minor work and a respray . lots of original stuff 
asking $7500 obo
email me direct or phone 410-515-7908
Rick Valentino
Bel Air , MD

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Date: Fri, 08 Aug 1997 18:35:22 -0500
From: Wesley Harris <wharris@infowks.com>
Subject: brake line routing

owner = "%s", otherowners = %d
All,

I'm running my new brake lines and am not sure of the correct placement of
one. Specifically, the long line that runs from the rear flex line to the
front junction - does this ride on top of the frame, over the crossmembers,
or what?  I would think that running it under the crossmembers would open it
up for damage, destruction, etc but what do I know?!?  Any advice is welcome
as I am a confessed FNG when it comes to Rovers.  I am learning and having a
blast, though!!

Cheers,
Wes Harris
'64 IIA 88"

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Date: Fri, 08 Aug 1997 16:40:32 -0700
From: Jeremy Bartlett <bartlett@slip.net>
Subject: Re: brake line routing

Wesley Harris wrote:
> I'm running my new brake lines and am not sure of the correct placement of
> one. Specifically, the long line that runs from the rear flex line to the
> front junction - does this ride on top of the frame, over the crossmembers,
> or what?  

I'm assuming the 88 is like the 109.  The lines run on top of the frame.  There
should be retaining clips (or the very small screw holes that hold them in
place) along the frame top.  Make sure the lines are secured in place.
The front line to the left side runs along the back side (NOT top) of the cross
member; again there should be retainers holding it in place.  Be careful where
you run the lines though if you don't have the original retainers or line location
marked.  Make sure its clear of pinch points like body mounts.

> I would think that running it under the crossmembers would open it
> up for damage, destruction, etc but what do I know?!?  

Correct, keep it high and hidden.
The craziest thing I ever saw on a 4x4 was on a Ford Bronco II (I believe but my
memories failing could have been one of the GMC Jimmy things) - one of those 
late 80's versions I believe. The rear left brake line ran BELOW the axle to
the rear wheel.  I discovered this when I was at a "work site" where I was
running along some railway lines to get to and from locations.  The fellow with
me was in this Bronco and couldn't make it across the rails because he was snagging
and afraid of tearing the line. I couldn't believe it when I saw it and thereafter kept my
eyes out and observed the same on a couple others following them on the freeway.

cheers

Jeremy

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Date: Sat, 09 Aug 1997 06:34:57 -0400
From: Matthew Wilson <bogatyr@pipeline.com>
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