MG TD Replica Car Club | newkitman | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/newkitman/activity/ Activity feed for newkitman. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:58:03 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 1fadb665b0a428ac586572d0f2cfb443 newkitman replied to the topic Brake Master Cylinder Problem Fixed in the forum MGTD Kit Cars https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-master-cylinder-problem-fixed/#post-306498 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 15:28:12 -0500 Must have been about 5 months since I changed the MC and bled the brakes. The nut is actually the connector that threads into the brake cylinder from the brake hose. I refilled the reservoir every 5-6 weeks. It never went down all the way just down about 1/4 inch below the full line. The nut was cracked at the portion where the threads start just…[Read more]

]]> 6d144314795a6972fbf5e741854b5ef4 newkitman started the topic Brake Master Cylinder Problem Fixed in the forum MGTD Kit Cars https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-master-cylinder-problem-fixed/ Sat, 15 Feb 2020 02:02:06 -0500 My brake master cylinder has been leaking slowly and since today was dry and warm enough to work on the problem I went at it. Checked all the brake lines from the reservoir to the MC and all were good. Then checked all the brake bleeder screws and they were good. Checked the brake lines into each brake cylinder and found the nut to the right rear…[Read more]

]]> 5aa5443fef74867743812c19126d60c4 newkitman replied to the topic CMC Factory Original Hood for MG TD in the forum MGTD Kit Parts and other stuff https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cmc-factory-original-hood-for-mg-td/#post-306487 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 19:00:08 -0500 I have a CMC/Fiberfab (VW based) that I could use the gas tank liner for.

]]> f5360408be10069757204dbdc4fa6d8c newkitman replied to the topic Christmas 2019 in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/christmas-2019/#post-306486 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 15:54:19 -0500 Been having wiring problems on and off and decided to ditch Moneypenny’s hand made (by me) harness and got her a new Harness from Rebel Wiring. Waiting for the weather to straighten out and get to her. She’s getting new tires and a good detailing after that!

]]> 6f9737a635a48a70b4ce501d434fd10d newkitman replied to the topic Getting a title in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/getting-a-title/#post-305581 Sat, 06 Oct 2018 13:46:40 -0400 In Georgia they won’t title any vehicle as old as mine.  MY TDr is on a 71 VW chassis so they won’t even consider it. Registration was pretty simple with bill of sale. Moneypenny is registered as a 1971VW-Other. Still wish I had a title for it though because without it Moneypenny is destined to live forever in Georgia. Unless the laws change.…[Read more]

]]> 69209c29af55a99ac74a6aaf6bff96a1 newkitman replied to the topic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sun-visors-2/#post-305539 Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:29:24 -0400 Tried the MG Magic visors with and without my aviator sun glasses yesterday and in the early evening. Visors and sunglasses worked about the same except the aviator sunglasses give me more definition. So going to stick with sunglasses. Can’t say about fog because it very seldom gets foggy out in my area of Georgia.

]]> 0323fb6fbd773437f9522112687488ba newkitman replied to the topic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sun-visors-2/#post-305537 Sat, 22 Sep 2018 14:59:41 -0400 Greggs. Are you saying wear the yellow tinted lenses and look through the MG Magic sun visors? Wondering what that would look like? I normally wear my prescription aviation sun glasses, even in the fog, and it helps quite a bit. Haven’t mounted the MG Magic sun visors yet. Perhaps today. Mine are the dark green. I’ll have to mount them and give…[Read more]

]]> 0773d1d8964414680597651d27e7a539 newkitman replied to the topic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sun-visors-2/#post-305534 Fri, 21 Sep 2018 14:16:51 -0400 Bill. I got the sun visors from MG Magic. Was thinking of using their brackets and using the tv advertised visors on those. Still on the fence about them though. Thanks for your input.

]]> 1c8c1f86cfea1c32b8c82cf9658b5016 newkitman started the topic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sun-visors-2/ Thu, 20 Sep 2018 22:46:57 -0400 Have any of you seen the ads on tv and internet about the sunshade that is a clear, yellowish plastic that improves visibility? I’m thinking of getting a set and trying them out on Moneypenny. What do you think…worth the money or just a waste of dollars?

]]> 1c6644e6c6fdb7db5a541958bbc8ae3d newkitman replied to the topic Any word from Jack and Roy? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/any-word-from-jack-and-roy/#post-305527 Thu, 20 Sep 2018 22:34:30 -0400 Roy and Jack.

Glad you folks weathered that storm with little damage. Prayers were answered for you. And down in Oak Island, SC, John Barry faired okay as well. Glad our TDers are all safe and unharmed.

]]> ef9973ddf49d045d2e70121dba5e75ec newkitman replied to the topic Would-be owner with Newbie questions in the forum Car Registry https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/would-be-owner-with-newbie-questions/#post-305476 Wed, 29 Aug 2018 14:57:02 -0400 Noel. You are correct tires for sure and possibly the jel coat depending on how it sat all that time; like stored under cover, out of elements in carport/garage etc. I would definitely check the brakes. Probably change the fluid and any rubber brake hoses. The metal portions of the brake lines should be okay…just need a good cleaning out when…[Read more]

]]> f7c4a72e52bf05385e3ecc23006c6e2b newkitman replied to the topic Correct Grille badge in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/correct-grille-badge/#post-305347 Wed, 08 Aug 2018 00:35:22 -0400 Like Bill. Mine is Cream and Brown. I think I got mine from MG Magic. Either them or Moss Motors.

]]> 9e200b31f3ce0e96bf49364a740cac37 newkitman replied to the topic Spyder work in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spyder-work/page/2/#post-305207 Tue, 17 Jul 2018 00:45:13 -0400 Ed. For vintage color VW wiring diagrams, go to http://www.thesamba.com and click on the technical tab and then wiring diagrams. They cover type 1, 2, 3, 4, Ghia, Thing  and K70 whatever that was. Hope this helps ya.

]]> 461d8ee4c6135511a98c468fa4c0ce50 newkitman replied to the topic Spyder work in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spyder-work/page/2/#post-305199 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 14:39:04 -0400 Ed. Nice work on the Spyder. Listen…if you get tired of cars, we have a B-17 at the Warner Robins Museum of Aviation that we’re restoring that could use your sheetmetal work! No prior aircraft or military service required.

]]> 9307cdde749e60bf3c919b2fbf5818db newkitman replied to the topic Pagoda Hillclimb 2018 in the forum Clubs and Show https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/pagoda-hillclimb-2018/#post-305097 Thu, 28 Jun 2018 22:14:24 -0400 Bill. Great videos and photos. Question…what does the 14 5/3 stand for?

]]> d8aff453970099875957474048119fd6 newkitman replied to the topic Master Brake Cylinder London Roadster in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/master-brake-cylinder-london-roadster/#post-305079 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 15:50:06 -0400 mglondonroadste. If your brake master IS mounted to the VW frame head (Napolean’s Hat) you need to disconnect the MC bolts from the inside but DO NOT pull them out all the way. The frame head piece is double-walled with a spacer sleeve over the bolts between the walls (to prevent buckling should the bolts be over torqued.) If you pull the MC…[Read more]

]]> 2312ce46d0935b26dd7a6bbd09f65860 newkitman replied to the topic Headlights and turn signals not working in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlights-and-turn-signals-not-working/#post-305057 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 20:08:25 -0400 I used the wiring diagram from a 71 Beetle as my TDR is on a 71 beetle chassis. These are the connections for my lights.

Light Switch
Terminal 1: one RED wire – Power in
Terminal 2: one YELLOW wire – to instrument lights; one WHITE wire to Fuse 2 on fuse panel (input side)
Terminal 3: Unused
Terminal 4: One YELLOW wire – to Hi Beam Relay…[Read more]

]]> d03bca1a4ae434e40658e801d475c81e newkitman replied to the topic Headlights and turn signals not working in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlights-and-turn-signals-not-working/#post-305054 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 15:21:09 -0400 Before you take it to Midwest, check the headlight (high beam) relay. I believe the headlight power goes through the hi beam relay  either before the headlights or before the switch. If that is not working or properly connected, neither headlight will work.

]]> a8b689fca2fb6a26a92b0140fc854894 newkitman replied to the topic MGTD Rear Light Question in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-rear-light-question/#post-305031 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 22:52:50 -0400 Ricrx7. I also have two sockets on mine. Look in the sockets. The socket with two contacts is the tail/brake light combo. The single contact (mine is on top) is the turn signal.

]]> cc273d8b6bf3b1323d744d2c171f0da7 newkitman replied to the topic Carlisle 2018 in the forum Clubs and Show https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/carlisle-2018/page/2/#post-305012 Wed, 23 May 2018 11:23:59 -0400 Bill. How did you not manage to take that cool trike home with you? Great photos.

]]> c5b31b5b87a61e070b2bb4964a62a744 newkitman replied to the topic Moneypenny Lives! in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/moneypenny-lives/#post-305010 Wed, 23 May 2018 11:19:56 -0400 Thanks guys. Moneypenny gets a break today as its 90% chance of thunderstorms. Its raining right now. But she’s covered nicely and I’ll get back to her tomorrow after my shift at the Robins AFB Museum of Aviation. I volunteer there Tuesdays and Thursdays. Info desk in the AM and afternoons I scoot over to the next hangar and help restore the B-17…[Read more]

]]> 17442f0c31d803a8e8b160449d538092 newkitman replied to the topic MG Magic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-magic-sun-visors/#post-305009 Wed, 23 May 2018 11:16:41 -0400 Paul. Thanks for the photos. That should work nicely!  🙂

]]> 5aa29c4139f7add229163b10d2feb00a newkitman replied to the topic Moneypenny Lives! in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/moneypenny-lives/#post-304993 Mon, 21 May 2018 20:05:20 -0400 Gotta change the oil and get her seats in and then take the top and tonneau cover to our local “Over the Top” convertible top specialists. I’m going to let them handle the convertible top install and fit the tonneau cover. Almost there!

]]> 3c64ffcb662f5ddc48bac30ec4353fa1 newkitman started the topic Moneypenny Lives! in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/moneypenny-lives/ Sun, 20 May 2018 23:55:41 -0400 Before a bit of downpour came to my neck of the woods, I took the trickle charger off Moneypenny’s battery and cranked her up. I pulled the plugs and used my remote start switch to crank the engine over and get the oil to all the internals. With that complete I put the plugs in her and made sure the electrical was properly connected and sat on the…[Read more]

]]> 7dc650733fcac443e3e698eb4a29b837 newkitman replied to the topic Shower Curtain Tonneau Cover in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/shower-curtain-tonneau-cover/#post-304989 Sun, 20 May 2018 23:44:55 -0400 Sir Ed…you may call me “Murphy!” Why? Well the shower curtain I purchased was not quite thick enough and sagged due to the heat. It worked perfectly keeping the water out UNTIL…I took it off and poured a third of the water (that had collected in the part that sagged) onto the floor pan. But I know the curtain works and this time I spent a…[Read more]

]]> 82f02221990c7f6367deb79abb5ef8ef newkitman replied to the topic New distributor and on the road... in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-distributor-and-on-the-road/#post-304988 Sun, 20 May 2018 23:37:16 -0400 That’s great news. Glad she’s running even better than before.

]]> 7ac0ddeb375641dc7bf8b9369302e59a newkitman started the topic Shower Curtain Tonneau Cover in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/shower-curtain-tonneau-cover/ Thu, 17 May 2018 00:29:13 -0400 Thanks to Ed for sharing the idea of making a temporary tonneau cover from a shower curtain. Although mine is not a British flag or Redneck flag it worked like a charm at keeping the interior nice and dry. Thanks muchly sir Ed. You da man!!

]]> 249a4eb698b4783ca84d19dfbe290f2b newkitman started the topic Almost Started in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/almost-started/ Wed, 16 May 2018 22:04:23 -0400 Got the new headlight assembly installed and all the wiring connected and all the lights worked. So…I thought what the hey. Let’s crank her up and see if she starts. Then the downpour. Will have to try again tomorrow.

 

]]> e95bfaafa641716665734389a3302736 newkitman started the topic FiberFab Headlight Bucket Install in the forum MGTD Kit Cars https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fiberfab-headlight-bucket-install/ Sat, 12 May 2018 01:08:01 -0400 For those members who are assembling/(still assembling) their FiberFab MGTDs I have a helpful tip. The assembly manual says to measure down 1-1/8 inch from the top of the headlight bucket mounting bolt threads and cut it there. I suggest you skip this step and use my procedure as follows. It’ll save you from having to order another headlight…[Read more]

]]> e3c3a941b69a27e303d1f2e2ffc036bb newkitman started the topic MG Magic Sun Visors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-magic-sun-visors/ Sun, 06 May 2018 17:35:12 -0400 I have a set of MG Magic sun visors and the installation can not be done as written. On the TD there is no channel on the rear side of the frame as there is on the front frame. If anyone has these sun visors could you let me know how they get installed? Thanks a heap.

]]> ce04d162cffbfaba5fe84868a419791e newkitman replied to the topic Merry Christmas to all! in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/merry-christmas-to-all/#post-304511 Tue, 26 Dec 2017 18:44:53 -0500 Merry Christmas to all. Remember to give your TDr engine a nice cup of warm oil!

]]> a6cd46dd2b1eb7ee51fe718452b5b8a5 newkitman replied to the topic Troubleshooting Help in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/troubleshooting-help/#post-304479 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:15:19 -0500 Check the carb and distributor types. If you have a mechanical distributor and a Solex 34PICT3 well they don’t work well together. A 34PICT3 likes a dual vacuum advance distributor. Just another thing to check. And if you haven’t done it yet, check the setting of the choke. They are adjustable.

]]> 3f255cb3060eaf5d44001dfd148f9b60 newkitman replied to the topic MasterCylinder Input Hose Fittings Question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mastercylinder-input-hose-fittings-question/#post-304340 Fri, 24 Nov 2017 23:30:34 -0500 Two good suggestions to check.

Ed. No pressure valve that I’m aware of but I’ll check again tomorrow. There may be one internal to the master cylinder. Let you know tomorrow.

Roy. I’ve removed and installed the reservoir cap numerous times. Each time I’ve noticed the vent in the cap but have never checked it. I’ll check it tomorrow.

]]> 09d04de7be59026ca1bcc0f87df33b13 newkitman replied to the topic REOLVED: Site offline for 45 minutes in the next two weeks in the forum Site Input and Issues https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/site-offline-for-45-minutes-in-the-next-two-weeks-date-tbd/#post-304337 Fri, 24 Nov 2017 14:47:20 -0500 Thanks Stephen. So far I have not had any problems with the site. Should it make a difference I’m running an Apple system.

]]> 1e015421404e0e56eb80ad6414fa0b45 newkitman replied to the topic MasterCylinder Input Hose Fittings Question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mastercylinder-input-hose-fittings-question/#post-304336 Fri, 24 Nov 2017 14:45:11 -0500 All my hoses are the correct braided hoses and secured as they should be. I may take my new brake master cylinder and mount it with reservoir in the shed, service the reservoir and let it sit in the shed for a month and see if this one leaks. If it leaks I’ll have to head to a salvage yard and get a master cylinder from a 71 beetle. If it doesn’t…[Read more]

]]> ec0b082126c53a7ec5f5f66c7ddfe0f1 newkitman replied to the topic MasterCylinder Input Hose Fittings Question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mastercylinder-input-hose-fittings-question/#post-304323 Thu, 23 Nov 2017 17:36:21 -0500 The master cylinder I have is the stock VW dual Master Cylinder. It is leaking from the front fitting rubber seal around the base of the seal. This is the second time I’ve replaced the fittings and seals. I’m thinking of installing threaded input fittings on my other new master cylinder. Getting tired of servicing the break system every 4 months.

]]> 3c24a6c09c8f758c22749826bb73f6d2 newkitman started the topic MasterCylinder Input Hose Fittings Question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mastercylinder-input-hose-fittings-question/ Tue, 21 Nov 2017 22:05:43 -0500 The brake master cylinder in my TD is a new MC and it leaks at the two input fittings from the reservoir. I have change these fittings and they still leak around the rubber stopper portion of the fittings. I would like to tap these two bosses so I can screw in brass fittings and connect the hoses. Has any VW guru come across any type of screw-in…[Read more]

]]> 644ea7203f4b61bea2dcded86c566817 newkitman replied to the topic I'm Gonna do a V8. in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/im-gonna-do-a-v8/page/2/#post-304310 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 13:44:23 -0500 Already had the shoulders replaced last December. Now have the final release in two weeks. Then we’ll see about turning on my bionics. Steve Austin look out!  😆

]]> b699913a67a2db9235950d558a3a119b newkitman replied to the topic I'm Gonna do a V8. in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/im-gonna-do-a-v8/page/2/#post-304306 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 01:08:20 -0500 Glad you’re up and around again. Having both shoulders replaced, I know what its like not being able to do this things you like the most.

]]> ae5a69a9d4626c7fc8a5c441e2b4a679 newkitman replied to the topic Tonneau Cover Question in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tonneau-cover-question/#post-304289 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 17:59:23 -0500 Thanks guys. Guess the tonneau will me on my Santa list.  🙂

]]> c80aec24b5f2404a2c3c1ed7a39f06b2 newkitman started the topic Tonneau Cover Question in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tonneau-cover-question/ Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:26:22 -0500 When the tonneau cover is installed, does it cover the convertible top and run to the dash or does the convertible top in the boot lay down over the tonneau cover? If the tonneau cover lays over the whole shebang, then my 34 year old original tonneau doesn’t fit. I can barely reach the dash WITHOUT the top installed.

This also makes me wonder if…[Read more]

]]> e04280321e0dd0222fa644451016ed02 newkitman replied to the topic Rain Leaking In in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rain-leaking-in/#post-304280 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:21:07 -0500 I was working the car Thursday making the final adjustment on the passenger door. When it started getting dark out, I cleaned up everything, put the tarps on and secured them with 3 cargo straps. Friday it rained and today I got ready to install the side carpeting and when I pulled the tarps off both floorboards were filled with water about 1/4…[Read more]

]]> babfab1e80ac4bfe9b4a0bf253670425 newkitman started the topic Rain Leaking In in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rain-leaking-in/ Sat, 11 Nov 2017 20:32:57 -0500 I have my TD covered with 4 tarps. Went to do fit the interior side carpet but can’t because when I took the tarps off, there was 1/4 inch water in the floor boards. The tarps have no holes in them and cover the entire car. Can’t figure where the water is coming in from. Any ideas greatly appreciated.

]]> 624d138af63fb5b8077cd6ee82e566be newkitman replied to the topic Fender reinstall in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fender-reinstall/#post-304232 Fri, 27 Oct 2017 20:57:08 -0400 Going out on a limb here but except for how the headlight bracket attaches to the fender, all the various kits attach to the grille frame the same way…i.e. by one large bolt. Can you not loosen that bolt and allow the fender to drop/droop downward to the height needed and then tighten the bolt thereby securing the fender at the correct or nearly…[Read more]

]]> a8e07daae9b1bbd91c75d7d34c535c60 newkitman replied to the topic Question on CMC Radiator Shroud in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/question-on-cmc-radiator-shroud/#post-304175 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 13:05:12 -0400 Does the shroud have the centerpiece in it? If you install the liner, wouldn’t that prevent ram air from reaching the radiator? I only ask because I have the VW kit and my shroud fits snuggly behind the front grille.

]]> 5f85fc3334f7b66e550d57c8ffb5f2b8 newkitman started the topic Interesting Stereo Installation in the forum MGTD Kit Cars https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/interesting-stereo-installation/ Wed, 27 Sep 2017 16:23:40 -0400 While browsing the bay for MGTD replicas I found one that has an interesting way of installing the stereo in the dash. It uses two VW valve covers; one cut into the dash with the stereo installed into it and the other valve cover hinged to be the stereo cover. Nicely done. Oh. TDr is a Duchess and has 1 bid for 2500 with a reserve 0f 4500.

]]> f133667d8f6c88aca2831d73ef1f343b newkitman started the topic Back At It in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/back-at-it/ Sun, 17 Sep 2017 21:12:12 -0400 Well I’m back at it with the TD. Got her engine running smooth using pure gas from a station about 3 miles from here. Tuned up really nice. Got the little bit of water out of the floor pans and adjusted the drivers door catch so the door closes to the second catch. Hinge installed on the passenger door and then I stopped for the day. (Redskins…[Read more]

]]> 249cb35f8324edd720591a4fb7ddef04 newkitman replied to the topic Made It Through Irma in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/made-it-through-irma/#post-304114 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 21:07:03 -0400 Vicenc. Glad you and yours stayed safe. And glad no damaged from the storm. My sister-in-law stayed in Palm Beach. Lost a couple of roofing tiles but made it through okay. Lost power for a day but she still hasn’t TV or internet.

]]> 1b8a6a9679a1679a0dc87b97c4508a83 newkitman replied to the topic Made It Through Irma in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/made-it-through-irma/#post-304075 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 12:52:22 -0400 I was on base yesterday at lunch time and there was a crew from Nevada having lunch there. Compliments of the base personnel I’m sure. By this morning they are probably on the way to either Savanah or to Florida. Lots of truck convoys headed to Florida down I-75 and I-95.

]]> d571a791a32b103c04b3cdd8b14a2fe1 newkitman replied to the topic TD Sighting on TV in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/td-sighting-on-tv/#post-304074 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 12:48:33 -0400 I don’t know. I’ll have to check it. I have that show on DVR.

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