MG TD Replica Car Club | Mike Schumacher | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/juneybug/activity/ Activity feed for Mike Schumacher. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:44:09 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 917e642c4be8faae2228b6bb81cc0bed Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/4/#post-255888 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 04:01:32 -0500 just mounted the roof rib mounting plate and tucked lead edge into windshield frame. Vinyl is about 5″ from body.Even with Ferrari rake on the windshield. my plan is to lower the mounting plates.

]]> 3c8692f236f1a7d952a369ba9af8b194 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Moving the seat back in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/moving-the-seat-back/page/2/#post-267114 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 03:53:20 -0500 I cut 1 and 3/4 inches  out of the column extender and raised the column to the bottom of the dash. seems comfortable enough. 5’11” 210 lbs. have the seat back just below the shelf.

]]> c1d1a4e7fcedbe9f1b987ed3df907a76 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic bad steering in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/bad-steering/#post-267000 Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:19:18 -0500 I
am exactly at this stage of building a never started kit. I cut the column extender to get the steering wheel out of my belly. I thought the kink in the disk was the result of taking out a little too much. added some washers and reduced some of the distortion. I have convinced myself that the disk was designed into the car because steel on…[Read more]

]]> f77a06977a18af478fcf3b309b612075 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255886 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:17:00 -0500 Car still not on the road. what holds it is a screw into the inner tub wall. I stripped it trying to be sure I could get it tight enough to withstand the vibrations I’m expecting. I have seats and back and steering wheel in as comfortable a driving position as I think is possible given that my total experience is in the garage. . Good to know you…[Read more]

]]> a96af1f1288ab3f4467c4d524c6591e4 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255884 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 18:51:28 -0500 took an inch and a half out of steering column extension, to get the steering wheel off my belly.  I have stripped the thread out of the knob for the seat back adjuster. As I rarely adjust the seat in my new car Don’t know if I want to go to the trouble of a fix. Does anybody use the seat back adjustment?

]]> 2dc5338b53fdc86b1dc96ec0aed5a69f Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255883 Wed, 04 Nov 2015 12:08:31 -0500 photo of my attempt to support steering column in my gallery. (25751) still a little unsatisfactory.

]]> 546aea62fe617dde52c56ca31715e3a4 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Seat Cushion Install in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-cushion-install/#post-265586 Thu, 15 Oct 2015 14:50:34 -0400 My seat base issue is the rearward angle. I did remake the bases from wood to the same measurements and angle as the original fiberglass bases with the modification described by schu. I find that I am pitched backward and intend to raise the back of the base 1 or 2″  to flatten the surface. Haven’t got windshield or roof in but expect to be O K.…[Read more]

]]> 181ed712623aa4219436347b1c8cc93d Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Grill Shell Assembly in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/grill-shell-assembly/#post-265346 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:34:36 -0400 here’s some rare advice – listen to your wife. More realistically soon you will make another inconsequential mistake and the upside is you’ll forget this onejuneybug2015-08-20 14:41:55

]]> 1e439b2c457a41d8ee18265036d8fece Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255880 Thu, 30 Jul 2015 21:26:01 -0400 steering column mounting –  the angle iron support structure and flimsy firewall gives me concern. Any advice on this part of the process. absent better a plan I’m thinking of a plywood gusset to strengthen the support of something this important

]]> d4d4bce6ff2412641043d4b16a9db91c Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255879 Thu, 30 Jul 2015 21:24:39 -0400 any thoughts?

]]> c329ccd9898f97ceced6945195ac21af Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255877 Wed, 29 Jul 2015 07:56:53 -0400 I have just finished removing all but 4 large leaves from
upper and lower torsion tubes.  I was
able to do it from 1 side, (driver???s because of how it sits in garage) and
without removing the hub.  You will need
a platform to rest the hub on, and to disconnect the shock at the bottom. I
also disconnected the upper trailing arm from the hub t…[Read more]

]]> 0c5730c69ba83732f8d6ebd96359d5d7 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255876 Wed, 29 Jul 2015 07:43:07 -0400 steering column mounting –  the angle iron support structure and flimsy firewall gives me concern. Any advice on this part of the process. absent better a plan I’m thinking of a plywood gusset to strengthen the support of something this important

]]> 13fa7aa06d857adb4763424677ce68b1 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic cowl brackets for TDr? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/4/#post-261552 Wed, 29 Jul 2015 07:20:35 -0400 prototype research will sell for 50% of list. But get a picture first have an ideas most of his stuff comes from srconds bin

]]> 0b26620576061b07ddc54029d9731463 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic starring in commercial in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/starring-in-commercial/#post-264862 Thu, 18 Jun 2015 07:01:25 -0400 Beautiful She’s kind of hot too

]]> 2d3e0038c7ac77d81a093b5a0b449745 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic The "Sharing Economy" vs Civilization in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/the-sharing-economy-vs-civilization/#post-263063 Sun, 08 Feb 2015 01:47:44 -0500 Very well done Ed! Regretfully I will continue to ignore it. As long as we continue to elect politicians dedicated to the elimination of the middle class it just feels like another swing and a miss. My wife and I were at Carlisle this spring and are leaving for Phoenix Monday. We are almost always pleased to meet Americans individually. But…[Read more]

]]> 9ebf9bc25f756836930ea60fcc14c310 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic A $60,000 TD replica? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/a-60000-td-replica/#post-240658 Wed, 28 Jan 2015 15:56:28 -0500 I thought I was overspending because I wanted to build vs buy. I have an idea this company will soon follow FF CMC London etc. to an early Chapter 11.

]]> 8fbe31e58af0e574111b53282d24dcf9 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Auction in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/auction/#post-262695 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 04:49:24 -0500 Great info

]]> 24a5c0214cda70f3c0960380599ffc3b Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Headlight Mounting? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-mounting/#post-262483 Mon, 29 Dec 2014 18:32:54 -0500 hope so couple of months behind Allen. And having same issues, can’t visualize the fiberglass chrome grill coming together. Words and visuals in manual useful but well lit photo would help

]]> 38e176dd454d9c7b62cde7bafc68d511 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic cowl brackets for TDr? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/2/#post-261495 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 23:28:34 -0400 hey thanks for trying

]]> 0a4c2d019e41a9084129d582e9201447 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic cowl brackets for TDr? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/2/#post-261490 Mon, 29 Sep 2014 04:56:00 -0400 Would whoever gets these please make a plaster of paris mold of both sides or whatever copy material you can work with and preserve it till some one who knows of a home foundry can get a quote. I would volunteer but freight across the border is prohibitive.
juneybug2014-09-29 04:57:54

]]> 0069e95065ec1f763ff045fe8632dd4f Mike Schumacher replied to the topic cowl brackets for TDr? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/#post-261472 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 08:02:48 -0400 Dave If you do get round to it I would be happy to buy a pair at a price I’m sure we could both be happy with. Mike

]]> 465fe6cfbf43b17b962c27b1a06ab23f Mike Schumacher replied to the topic new Member in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-23/#post-261454 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 07:35:58 -0400 Hi Bill I think we are in about the same stage of assembly of an unbuilt FF kit. The scribe line thing seemed a huge problem but a recent posting from STG-inc of a very hi quality assembly and some advice here and in Carlisle PA. puts things in a little perspective. Somehow Edsnova noticed the hood sidepanels were long and STG-inc explained the…[Read more]

]]> 68dc3568bf8a079aa8888a55124d4426 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Red MGTDr 4 Sale Providence VA in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/red-mgtdr-4-sale-providence-va/#post-261436 Fri, 19 Sep 2014 06:49:35 -0400 if you save a search for replica convertibles – best way to limit the field then look at Left side of “for sale” page click completed listing page. scroll for green numbers to get sold items, a lot fall thru anyway, not sure how long they stay a week or 10 days you won’t miss much
just checked last 3 tdr’s did not sell.juneybug2014-09-19 06:58:02

]]> c95fa780b8d6246f70dc4a616d5769a1 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic wiring diagram for Migi in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiring-diagram-for-migi/#post-261381 Fri, 12 Sep 2014 12:42:03 -0400 Would appreciate it thanks George. Send to schu49@gmail.com won’t be wiring for a bit but progress is being made. keep tweaking assembly but there is going to be patch and fill. Just bought this AM some hi density foam for between the seat box and pan.

]]> 3773e005816f830efa0bc08eb3a70c79 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Class Project in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/class-project/#post-261380 Fri, 12 Sep 2014 06:04:57 -0400 It is very nice to see another generation interested in cars that can be repaired without computer connections. Another site that is very useful for Volkswagen issues is thesamba.com. Best wishes and do encourage your best video/photographer to keep a careful record of your progress, who knows you might resurrect the industry.eds nova 2 posts u…[Read more]

]]> c3286f01b4158c8076a32554cf1e988a Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Sit in a MGTD seat warmed by Marilyn Monroe in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sit-in-a-mgtd-seat-warmed-by-marilyn-monroe/#post-261360 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 05:58:17 -0400 well done guys entertaining thread

]]> df04877152c5e651e576da393c9761d7 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic $900 Starting Bid and lots of TLC in Sunnyvale CA in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/900-starting-bid-and-lots-of-tlc-in-sunnyvale-ca/#post-261348 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 02:09:24 -0400 There is a member nuts&bolts who has Fglass parts for FF replicas

]]> 4025c4a4559271d60d7e0015fb3bde33 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic STG-inc. back on line in the forum Rules and Etiquette https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/stg-inc-back-on-line/#post-261319 Wed, 03 Sep 2014 17:37:50 -0400 fantastic pictures the sequencing may well be in the manuals but seeing clear visuals so useful. I know you’ll post your wiring solution. I’m a long way off but remains a total unknown. And a well lit man cave as well Thanks Mike

]]> 4b0eaf682ad5760cfa29f2415c26dad9 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255875 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 06:15:44 -0400 There is a hand written note in the FF manual on our site about using the instructions packed with the grill shell. Can someone help me with a copy of thoseThanksMike

]]> 602b37e22ca9ccaed1cbeb5940ccb8af Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Our first MGTD kit in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/our-first-mgtd-kit/#post-245046 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 05:40:57 -0400 member nuts&bolts has FF body parts. I would ask for photos with tape measure overlays to be certain you don’t get more of what you got. and you want to make sure you order all you need as freight from Toronto Canada will be an issue. On the other hand I suspect you can negotiate a good price. good luck

]]> a0fde76aa3ad6648032d8dc8ae43633e Mike Schumacher replied to the topic My TDr on an outing in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-tdr-on-an-outing/#post-261024 Tue, 19 Aug 2014 06:25:40 -0400 perfect subjects and background very well done. be sure to submit for 2015 calendar. in the month of her birth

]]> d7f16b9c7a427df927ab7c8b68e316d4 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic I just love Allison in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/i-just-love-allison/#post-260767 Fri, 25 Jul 2014 04:39:09 -0400 Sold at $15K to buyer with 166 transactions looks serious!Clap

]]> d9523d7840c92ed25ca086ca7751f085 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Insulation in passenger compartment? in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/insulation-in-passenger-compartment/#post-260782 Thu, 24 Jul 2014 06:48:09 -0400 Saw a Chris Vallone video of the same thing – he specified quick roof as no smell option. But my concern is how well will the carpet fit and stick over the fairly thick strips. I’m sure the sound insulation is worth the effort.

]]> 49d6cd0690f3e4ac35801cf3e0775c5b Mike Schumacher replied to the topic London Roadster - Donor VW Year in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/london-roadster-donor-vw-year/#post-260774 Wed, 23 Jul 2014 16:08:01 -0400 if you’re convinced there’s been an engine swap, you might try sanding cleaning the area in front of the access panel you referenced. that is where you’d find it if it hasn’t been ground out. Mine is not a London but it wasn’t visible till I wiped it down.

]]> e29240e86d6b3f22d7c0104cf5ceac61 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255874 Wed, 23 Jul 2014 13:43:07 -0400 New master cylinder and brake lines in and functional. bit of a start because I didn’t have the extension rod far enough but good now. ready to bolt in rear splash pan bumper support. the manuals in this site show secondary support either coming up from the engine mount wish bone or down from the VW body bolt holes that are up the shock mounts. I…[Read more]

]]> 6265170750f5e0556f92514ca84f319f Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Architect Frank Lloyd Wright???s AC roadster in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/architect-frank-lloyd-wrights-ac-roadster/#post-260720 Wed, 16 Jul 2014 06:59:13 -0400 up till seeing this picture my wife wasn’t fully committed but now I need to find her goggles and a leather helmet.  Thanks we had an excellent guided tour around taliesen west a few years ago.

juneybug2014-07-16 07:02:58

]]> b2e91301f99eb5db526dd88a497f8cd9 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255872 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 16:21:07 -0400 looks right thanks all

]]> 1a46c8a4947ec4695be9f4ba334f0cc0 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255869 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 11:46:03 -0400 So what is the caulking of choice. I have only used great stuff for stationary applications but I can see where it would be squeaky. I’d like to think my TDr will be quiet enough to hear squeaking!

]]> 29719f6ec5f1064baa4be63be28a1bfe Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255867 Mon, 07 Jul 2014 22:58:57 -0400 been using “great stuff” you can see it around tank. You have another option?

]]> 56f5069677ffc971d89e1a45b829f00c Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/#post-255864 Mon, 07 Jul 2014 05:51:10 -0400 Where the body tub should rest on the pan perimeter there is a gap. You can see light in the footwell. There does seem to be a bit of flex in the tub and I think if I put the jack under the pan I can probably push it up a bit.

]]> 02397646803c3c8bf32ae004b3d8283e Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/#post-255862 Sun, 06 Jul 2014 17:25:48 -0400 how far can you stretch fiberglass?
the tub and pan contact at front and back but about an inch difference ahead of where running boards will start. Double up on gasket is my first thought. juneybug2014-07-06 17:36:30

]]> 32f812baf7cdf00987bd40c523df7edf Mike Schumacher replied to the topic 52 MG TD parts and molds $1000 in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/52-mg-td-parts-and-molds-1000/#post-260546 Wed, 11 Jun 2014 18:04:55 -0400 He just replied he wishes he had known that a few months ago.

]]> 1f41b079faf4bcda45559c8947b47b2c Mike Schumacher replied to the topic 52 MG TD parts and molds $1000 in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/52-mg-td-parts-and-molds-1000/#post-260545 Wed, 11 Jun 2014 17:36:19 -0400 I had asked to look at parts today but seller responded he had a deal in the works. suggested he tell the buyer about http://www.tdreplica.com noticed the revised listing altered to ship to U.S. bet its MGmagic.

]]> b63c98fffdb6edd6066f64860287e7ff Mike Schumacher replied to the topic New Member with a 1982 London Roadster in the forum Membership https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-with-a-1982-london-roadster/#post-260500 Thu, 05 Jun 2014 11:09:55 -0400 not really knowing what I was doing was fun but a bit difficult.Me too. Happily there are all sorts here who do, and if you search the forums carefully you’ll agree every piece of info you need is here. But if you can’t find something you’ll be directed to a thread or given fresh info. If you haven’t found it yet another great source of VW…[Read more]

]]> 7873c46c3a522f969972f05ff1f6d301 Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/#post-255860 Sun, 01 Jun 2014 17:54:20 -0400 Thanks Jack I know I should but progress is so slow I just don’t want to add 1 more item.

]]> a506390b10591a7174d2289775c8664e Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/#post-255858 Sun, 01 Jun 2014 17:30:03 -0400 after a brutal winter and some other issues finally got my head back into the project. I ignored some good advice about moving the ebrake back as well and after fighting with the cable tubes realized it was not all extra work. I found cross section of tunnel at thesamba. pretty useful.Have a new master cylinder and all new lines, n…[Read more]

]]> 91c11322eef7942fe4798d1a5bcbd8ad Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Seatback Foam in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seatback-foam/#post-260283 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 11:16:04 -0400 finished shows bevel at bottom

]]> e9685fdd43f21e968f6472e5665bca4d Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Seatback Foam in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seatback-foam/#post-260282 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 08:26:55 -0400 well done Montie Thank you, you’ll probably have to remind me next time
juneybug2014-04-30 21:31:37

]]> b6a9589ce74ab59a7b1a76435317bf7b Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Seatback Foam in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seatback-foam/#post-260280 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 05:44:16 -0400 When I try to insert image I get error msg

]]> bf4836d3c49bfb618e5e9d8428b296cb Mike Schumacher replied to the topic Seatback Foam in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seatback-foam/#post-260278 Tue, 29 Apr 2014 21:15:12 -0400 I have a picture but have lost ability to post? looks like a W from the bottom
Can’t get it in private msg either. Will email if you send your address
juneybug2014-04-29 21:43:19

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