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edward ericson replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

That wheel looks great, John! Can you detail the installation for us? You didn’t use the Flat 4 hub, correct? So how did you do it?Paul: that FS wheel looks very cool as well. I don’t think I’ve seen that one before.Love me some banjo wheels!
john barry replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Paul,

I got this from Pierside Parts unlimited

http://www.piersideparts.net/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=VWP&Product_Code=CBI-235&Category_Code=CBPARTS

Cip1 was out of stock

http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C38%2DI%2D235
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Two words – Boat Polish. All those fiberglass boats don’t stay shiny on their own!

Search the forum, you’ll find several threads discussing how to bring gelcoat back to life.

Meguairs has an excellent line of rubbing compound, polish and wax formulated for gelcoat.

PMOSSBERG2012-08-29 16:51:42
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

John, who’d you buy this wheel from?
greg press replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Chip, one other thing your car likely has a jellcoat finish this is what they put on boats for protection against bumping into docks.The upside is it won’t scratch easily(i dropped a tool on it .no mark)The down side is. I have found nothing that works io bring a dull finish back.I’m told you have to wet sand and buff.
john barry replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Larry and Paul ..Thx so much ..The wheel is 15 1/2 inches….the adapter for it really didnt look good or do the job so I used the existing hub that came with the LR.

I do drive her like the old lady that she is.

Maybe its my imagination but she seems to drive more like the real MG TD that I remember from so many years ago. LOve it !!
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Welcome aboard Chip!

Glad to have you join our little family!
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

The wheel looks GREAT!

I’m betting that’s 15 1/2″ wheel.

I’m concerned I won’t have room for that. So I’m talking to these guys about a custom color for the rim and hub:

http://www.foreversharp.com/servlet/the-194/14-in.-Black-Stainless/Detail
Larry Murphy replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

John, The wheel looks great!! It sure does add to the period look and blends well with the interior colors.I look forward to seeing the glove box . What is the diameter of the wheel?
john barry replied to the topic Flat 4 banjo steering wheel hub in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Thx Paul.

As it turned out I didn’t use the adapter. Now I am waiitng for the horn button (back ordered)to arrive. I jury-rigged the old button for now.

I Love the period looks of the Flat4 Banjo steering wheel. Now my next little project is

to replace the ugly radio with a TD glove box and door.
Chip replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Thanks Gents.

I am hoping that since it is titled as an ’85, and presently registered in another state, that the process will not be TOO bad….but we’ll see on Friday.

After talking to the elderly former owners, she seems like she has had recent service, and has been on the road regularly, but I will surely be doing the routine maintenance stuff…

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john barry replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Chip. welcome aboard..You will love your LR. The guys here are the best ..very helpful answering all your questions.
greg press replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Chip, i also have a london roadster.In New York State in order to register it you have the weight,they want a computer print out of the weight .I took mine to a local gravel pit the weight was 1840lbs.The only problems i have had is fuel delivery(fuel pump),healey coil(blew out a spark plug) and wheel bearing.Any numbers you might need to ob…[Read more]
Royal replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Hey Chip, Welcome aboard. You’ll have a great time with your LR and we look forward to your questions. I will leave any LR specific answers to one of our LR owners. The only thing that I could see wrong with your new ride is that it is too nice. What are you going to “tinker” with? Good luck and don’t forget to check the tire codes (if 3 digi…[Read more]
Richard Shear replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

As I understand it , the London Roadster can be built on a steel chassis or a VW pan.

It should have 15 inch rims, please check the tire code to make sure the tires are not really old and unsafe. They can look like new but still would be unsafe if too old.

the spare tire is carried in the rear , but yours has a tire cover , I do not see the…

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Chip replied to the topic london roadster for sale in the forum General Discussion 12 years, 11 months ago

Here I am….the guy that bought that LR that started this thread. I’m sure some of you figured I’d show-up sooner or later!

Car is being delivered Thursday night, and I can’t wait to get her on the road.

Seems like many of you know a lot more about “my” ride than I do, so please feel-free to clue me in on the important stuff.

I’ll be searching the…

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edward ericson replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits 12 years, 11 months ago

I like this disty idea. I had a pretty new one lose the center button last year. They don’t make ’em like they used to. Only takes a minute to check.
Royal replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits 12 years, 11 months ago

Solution:
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Paul Mossberg replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits 12 years, 11 months ago

Nice breeze when in the car. But no hair for it to blow through!
newkitman replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits 12 years, 11 months ago

Wasn’t it windy up there?
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