| Author |
Message |
 Topic: Alternative ignitions or add-ons? |
Emyers
Replies: 5
Views: 107
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 Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-18-08 12:34 Subject: Re: As for my venerable Delta Mk 10 Capacitive Discharge |
| I can vouch for the photo cell trigger as used by the Crane XR700. Installed in 92 while assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, been my daily driver since then with no issues. While not as easy to switch back ... |
| Topic: Any one know what type of ac console this is? |
Emyers
Replies: 18
Views: 378
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 06:08 Subject: Re: Any one know what type of ac console this is? |
| Here are pics of the Clardy as installed in my 74. The blower fan motor, as mentioned in a previous post, is visible in the second post. The Clardy uses a different style fan motor than the type sho ... |
| Topic: Any one know what type of ac console this is? |
Emyers
Replies: 18
Views: 378
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 12:08 Subject: Re: Any one know what type of ac console this is? |
| If that is a Clardy, it must be an extremely early model. Clardy used a swashplate compressor, also known as a rotary, and the interior panels look nothing like those. I have some pics at the house ... |
| Topic: Metric Mechanic.. |
Emyers
Replies: 8
Views: 387
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-9-08 12:41 Subject: Re: Metric Mechanic.. |
| Bought my first "Ultimate Trans" in 1983 when they had an unlimited mileage warranty. Since then bought a 2.2 HiFlo, 40/40 DFAV, modified intake manifold, lightened 228mm flywheel....Jim is a star an ... |
| Topic: Photo request |
Emyers
Replies: 2
Views: 224
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 07:57 Subject: Re: Photo request |
Skinnyd,
Do not have a camera handy, but just went out to look at my car, and I have a good 1/2 to 3/4 inch clearance from the crossmenber. I will add those are easily bent by individuals not wel ... |
| Topic: Part ID |
Emyers
Replies: 6
Views: 219
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-1-08 12:20 Subject: Re: Part ID |
| Kfunk is right reference the need for that item. Most folks ditched it years ago when changing to the popular Weber 32/36. I have not had one on my car since giving up the OEM Solex 32/32 DIDTA carb ... |
| Topic: How do they top the oil up |
Emyers
Replies: 3
Views: 256
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-1-08 08:56 Subject: Re: How do they top the oil up |
Prelude to the infamous"lifetime fill"...
Earl |
| Topic: How do they top the oil up |
Emyers
Replies: 3
Views: 256
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-1-08 08:55 Subject: Re: How do they top the oil up |
Prelude to the infamous"lifetime fill"...
Earl |
| Topic: Part ID |
Emyers
Replies: 6
Views: 219
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-1-08 08:39 Subject: Re: Part ID |
| According to the Real OEM site: CARBURETOR DIDTA VALVE 1 04/1971 07/1977 PN 13311259194 $106.30. Also commonly known as the fuel return valve. Price is usually not correct but close. Also noticed ... |
| Topic: Transmissio Drain and Fill plug...are they one in the same?? |
Emyers
Replies: 8
Views: 238
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-30-08 11:40 Subject: Re: Transmissio Drain and Fill plug...are they one in the same?? |
A word of caution...do not remove the drain plug until after you have made sure you can remove the fill plug.
Earl
74 02Lux
02 M Roadster
72 Volvo 1800ES |
| Topic: Tranny bearing noise? |
Emyers
Replies: 9
Views: 253
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-28-08 05:45 Subject: Re: Tranny bearing noise? |
Did you replace the pilot bearing?
Earl |
| Topic: object on fuel line |
Emyers
Replies: 2
Views: 162
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-22-08 09:12 Subject: Re: object on fuel line |
Sounds like you are describing the fuel return valve.
Earl
74 02Lux
02 M Roadster
72 Volvo 1800ES |
| Topic: my first car show |
Emyers
Replies: 89
Views: 2814
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-15-08 01:22 Subject: Re: my first car show |
Steve,
That is quite the trophy....outstanding first effort!!! Look forward to seeing you and the missus next year with the award winning ride at V@V.
Earl
74 02Lux
02 M Roadster
72 Volvo 180 ... |
| Topic: what's the general gas mileage suppose to be on a 2002? |
Emyers
Replies: 22
Views: 721
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-13-08 01:37 Subject: Re: what's the general gas mileage suppose to be on a 2002? |
| Actually I can get better around town and highway mileage with my 02 M Roadster than my 74 2002, provided I drive with a light foot. I quite often manage 24 to 26 MPG around town and around 28 on the ... |
| Topic: what's the general gas mileage suppose to be on a 2002? |
Emyers
Replies: 22
Views: 721
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-13-08 01:34 Subject: Re: what's the general gas mileage suppose to be on a 2002? |
| Actually I can get better around town and highway mileage with my 02 M Roadster than my 74 2002, provided I drive with a light foot. I quite often manage 24 to 26 MPG around town and around 28 on the ... |
| Topic: BMW builds a shape changing car |
Emyers
Replies: 8
Views: 329
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 6-12-08 07:24 Subject: Re: BMW builds a shape changing car |
If you desire a blimp, buy a blimp. Fugly...the answer to the question nobody asked.
Earl |
| Topic: Odo Repair |
Emyers
Replies: 3
Views: 159
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-12-08 06:31 Subject: Odo Repair |
| Just a quick note of thanks to Curt for the outstanding writeup reference odometer repair. My unit started to exhibit signs of failure while attending V@V. Since that time it has been steadily getti ... |
| Topic: My 2002 |
Emyers
Replies: 5
Views: 499
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-29-08 04:14 Subject: Re: My 2002 |
Wow,
That is where I work....PEO Aviation.....You must be the fellow that chased me down some time back.
Earl
74 02Lux
02 M Roadster
72 Volvo 1800ES |
| Topic: Rocky Mountain 02ers Spring Drive |
Emyers
Replies: 4
Views: 119
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-28-08 11:29 Subject: Re: Rocky Mountain 02ers Spring Drive |
When I was stationed in Colorado Springs, the RMC was invited to participate in the Donkey Days Parade in beautiful downtown Cripple Creek. We all met at a reststop west of Denver. Fun drive.
Ear ... |
| Topic: difference in 4-spd output shaft/flange splines. when/why? |
Emyers
Replies: 14
Views: 437
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-28-08 11:24 Subject: Re: difference in 4-spd output shaft/flange splines. when/why? |
The original tranny in my car VIN # 4221227 was of the coarse variety.
Earl |
| Topic: V@V attendees-Anyone else having this problem? |
Emyers
Replies: 19
Views: 715
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-28-08 07:42 Subject: Re: V@V attendees-Anyone else having this problem? |
Sam,
Same here, Jack D. helps ease the anxiety but only a little. I am already looking to make some improvements/changes on my ride to come up to the high standards of the group. I had a great ti ... |
| Topic: V@V memories |
Emyers
Replies: 27
Views: 1116
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-26-08 11:32 Subject: Re: V@V memories |
Bill,
Great pics, glad I finally had the chance to meet you and your lovely wife. Had a great time and look forward to next year. Stay well.
Earl |
| Topic: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
Emyers
Replies: 15
Views: 289
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-22-08 05:47 Subject: Re: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
The moisture content is carried in the air, I bet when the humidity drops, the freezing, if that is the problem, will subside.
Earl |
| Topic: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
Emyers
Replies: 15
Views: 289
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-22-08 01:31 Subject: Re: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
| As air passes thru a venturi velocity increases, pressure decreases and temp decreases. If the ambient air is close to freezing and the humidty is right, the conditions are perfect. This is why carb ... |
| Topic: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
Emyers
Replies: 15
Views: 289
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-22-08 12:17 Subject: Re: car runs like complete crap when cold, ideas? |
Kfunk,
Sounds like carb icing. Temp and humidity have to be within certain limits. When the engine comes up to temp there is enough heat to keep the ice from forming in the carb venturi.
Earl |
| Topic: What does the Fog Light pull swtich operate? (nt) |
Emyers
Replies: 6
Views: 241
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-22-08 12:12 Subject: Re: What does the Fog Light pull swtich operate? (nt) |
| My 74 came in a dummy switch in the fog light position. And actually in its home market it did in fact work the fog lights. Simply a on-off switch that can be used for just about anything one whishe ... |
| Topic: Anyone ever dealed with these guys ??? (nt) |
Emyers
Replies: 4
Views: 363
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-21-08 01:37 Subject: Re: Anyone ever dealed with these guys ??? (nt) |
Pat,
I have no idea if they are still in business, I guess I misunderstood your question as to "if" not "when", anyone had dealings with them. They were in business a couple of years ago when I was ... |
| Topic: Anyone ever dealed with these guys ??? (nt) |
Emyers
Replies: 4
Views: 363
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-20-08 01:32 Subject: Re: Anyone ever dealed with these guys ??? (nt) |
Pat,
I have never used their BMW parts, however I am familiar with the parts they offer the Volvo 1800 series, as I also own a 72 1800ES, and am a member of the VCoA. Lots of guys in the club are o ... |
| Topic: 68 pct. of young drivers killed at night unbuckled . . . |
Emyers
Replies: 5
Views: 212
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 5-19-08 06:55 Subject: Re: 68 pct. of young drivers killed at night unbuckled . . . |
| What I find even more amazing are the states that allow motorcycle drivers to ride unhelmeted, some states have even repealed existing helmet laws under pressure from the motorcycle lobby....but have ... |
| Topic: Does Anybody Have a Pic of How the Floor Jack is Installed? |
Emyers
Replies: 8
Views: 461
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-18-08 01:01 Subject: Re: Does Anybody Have a Pic of How the Floor Jack is Installed? |
Justin,
This is how the jack and lug wrench are stored on my 74.
Earl
74 02Lux
02 M Roadster
72 Volvo 1800ES |
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