https://tdreplica.com/members/richbelfay/activity/ Activity feed for Rich Bellefeuille. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:57:54 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 997e3a4ad0667331f1ce8ff1aa8303dc https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/page/2/#post-244555 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:26:22 -0400 All,
Well, yesterday at 4:15 EST lil’ red rolled on to a car transport headed for Oklahoma City. The truck driver immediately fell in love with the car and said he wanted to put it up right behind the tractor so it would be protected. Nice. I have to admit there was a definite heart tug.
On the positive side, this was a smooth EBay transaction…[Read more]

]]> 60b3bd5dea88b8c85017a6d86eae175e https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244553 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 21:57:05 -0400 All,
Thanks for the feedback guys. This should give you an idea about the resale value of your vehicles, should you ever decide to part with them. Mine is a nice mid-class replica that went for over $6k. I know that it doesn’t hold a candle to many of the cars I have seen on this site. I think the V6 got a lot of attention, but I also think the…[Read more]

]]> 73c403d25a61bc21954abc18c1edcba7 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244549 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:42:57 -0400 All,
Hope Johann isn’t reading this ’cause I told him I parked it for him, but I had to take it for one more short nostalgic back road ride. That car is still Sweeeet! Hope he enjoys it as much as I did! If you’re reading this Johann, I was VERRRY gentle!
Still hate to see it go, but I’m happy with the sale price,
Thanks to you all!
Rich

]]> 774aea210bbc313163492bcd96a8b2ec https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244546 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 19:27:24 -0400 Prologue,
My car sold for just over $6K. A very fair price for a nice car. It will be travelling from Mass. to Oklahoma City. Hope Johann decides to join you guys!
I did put in a sincere pitch for TDReplica.com in my ad. You guys have been great!
Thanks,
Rich
 

]]> 1132e8d1d57d4c39de75d47c740a5f10 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1982-allisn-daytna-for-sale/#post-244233 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:50:45 -0400 Hi,
This is one really beautiful car!! I tried to research to see if it ever sold. No info. Anyone know the story? Just curious to see what a top of the line replica could get. These Allisons in some ways look better than the originals!
Rich

]]> e64bce58f6774197fc4012a44e17c05f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar/page/2/#post-243165 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 06:45:29 -0400 To Edsnova
Definitely a selling point! I added the photo to the EBay ad with a little explanation and a ‘plug’ for this site.
Thanks!
Rich
 

]]> 4ce931f175f65219bca3fb39ea423bc7 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar/#post-243162 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:58:02 -0400 Wow,
My little Red is Miss January!!!! I have been away for a while but this is the car now for sale on EBay. That was a nice early photo after the initial clean up and detailing. Glad I got to see it and Nice Job!!!!!
Rich

]]> affad4c599d792542b4854dbbbdeff61 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244545 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:14:06 -0400 Yeah, I looked at the photos in your gallery and I see what you mean about the extreme angle. I don’t know much about the London Roadster kit. The FiberFab kit is sort of your “everyman’s” basic replica. I always liked it, but when I compare it to something like “Ringo’s” Classic Roadster Duchess, I am humbled. It won’t command the money that his…[Read more]

]]> 3c95fdc1db4921913cde1efa9dfcebbe https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244543 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:56:55 -0400 Paul,
I had just put my Dad’s old Antique plate on it while I was still working on it and before I registered it in 2009. It is now registered as a regular passenger car. Mass. has it a Make of “COMP” short for Composite Vehicle.
Rich

]]> 4822e139012ec6a1c6ce78600df759db https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244542 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:51:21 -0400 All,
Yeah, the V6 is a very nice engine for this light car.
Mark, not sure I could do anything now that I have a bonafide EBay bid on the car.
BTW, the S2000 is Gran Prix White! I still have my Acura 3.5 RL too. Something just has to go, and the MG was the most obvious choice. MGLondonRoadster, I agree both are very fun and different rides. I…[Read more]

]]> 4e3875c0990a843391c88c5b51b12579 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-red-mg-for-sale/#post-244537 Tue, 31 May 2011 20:44:24 -0400 Hi Guys,
My car is now listed on EBay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&amp ;item=150612786622
I’ve started in at $3500. If you know of anyone that is looking, this is a very nice car (not as nice as some other members’ cars, but not bad!)
I’d like to see it go to a nice home and I know it has many hours of fun left in…[Read more]

]]> 5895bd63d89b238925fd5e3e7f5fc843 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-trouble/#post-241480 Fri, 28 May 2010 07:01:37 -0400 Paul,
Actually, you can do a compression test on #4, but the result will be ZERO lbs. . Sorry, couldn’t resist.
Rich

]]> a6c381972386ea2a201780b7fc965a4a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-trouble/#post-241473 Wed, 26 May 2010 06:28:36 -0400 Hi Paul,
Probably an obvious one, but have you pulled the plugs? My experience with VWs is dated but extensive. The most common engine failure I encountered was “swallowing a Valve head” This is clearly a worst case scenario in which the top of the valve breaks off destroying the spark plug and compression chamber and eventually driving a hole…[Read more]

]]> 738e3af4354c8a3239eef0a50004a79a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-from-northern-california/#post-241110 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 06:39:01 -0400 Welcome aboard Rick!
Good luck with your shopping. The advice from Larry and James is right on the button. My research shows the same results.
I was lucky enough to buy my replica locally from the original builder for $1500.!!!! Now, it had had been garaged and had not been started for 6 years and had a busted Clutch cable (new one was…[Read more]

]]> 3b1046c9bf67c92ca260ec10c1638a1f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/car-nly-runs-while-cranking-ignitin/#post-240909 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 06:25:22 -0400 Geoff,
Sounds like a bargain! I’m hoping to hear positive reports soon. We had a short warm spell the first week of April and I had mine out of mothballs for the first major rides. A few sputters and skips, but now she’s running fine. Great fun!!
Rich 

]]> 056e1caa92b7f20aa6a54fd980bd808a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-ride/page/3/#post-238052 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:22:46 -0500 All,
I guess this could’ve been in added to the “first ride of the season” forum as well. We had a little late winter thaw this weekend and I took the opportunity to get the little red machine out of hibernation. Replace the cranky starter, finally and took her for a few short rides. She’s running like crap, but I think that’s pretty typical of…[Read more]

]]> 2856a648f243caf8993a37f5d1607c9d https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/happy-new-year/#post-240406 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 08:18:01 -0500 Hey James,
Winter has taken over here in New England. Snow and wind are the order of the day.
We’ve decided to just give in to the bad weather up here, and have resorted to playing Hockey in our Baseball Park!! Pretty cool stuff seeing the Bruins play AND WIN!! at Fenway on New Years Day!
All the best to you, your family and all of the loyal…[Read more]

]]> bea62fc9e5a916320c5c800dcfce2f33 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-ride/page/3/#post-238051 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 17:07:16 -0500 Geoff,
Wow, didn’t even get a chance to respond, but I got replacements at the local AutoZone for about what Paul said. They’re cheap and mine started to ‘craze’ so I replaced them last spring. Can’t wait ’til this spring.
Happy New Year to all!
Rich

]]> be63baef9416de497902686c3362d95a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/geoffs-53-classic-carriages-td/page/4/#post-237942 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 06:31:57 -0500 Geoff,
She looks Great!! Love the license plate too.
Must be enjoying the weather now. Probably perfect for evening rides. Mine is safely tucked away for a cold winter’s nap!
Enjoy!
Rich

]]> 6db8f269bf19e78c58dac607df867134 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ready-for-christmas/#post-240296 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 08:07:51 -0500 Richard and All,
Very nice car AND Garage!!!
I’ve been off the air for a while, focused on combatting the wicked “recession” and putting food on the table.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!! Can’t wait to get the little red machine back on the road this spring.
Rich

]]> 5c0802b1ad94cdeea1253cc3ba1dd885 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/more-build-progress/#post-239824 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:55:29 -0400 Hi,
Looks like some nice work and progress!
Looking at the photos, that gas tank cover sure looks like the one on my “ford” kit. It has a round disk with a raised area in the center to mount the spare. That disk bolts to through holes around the large openingn shown in your photo. Just wondering if you might have a Ford or Chevy based cover. I…[Read more]

]]> c1cd30d66367f7628e36dc5bce85b650 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-door-trim-got-pics-now/#post-239822 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:57:51 -0400 Dan,
I see the pic. Looks really cool! Sort of a vintage Woody look.
Rich

]]> f3c34ec4e5eb145ea1a0892591e876b4 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/angelica-is-sold/#post-239768 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:03:22 -0400 Bill,
Congrats! And James get to color in another state!
Rich

]]> d58c38ea45ed4b75510bfda23e0f94b6 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/dash-board-clock/#post-239724 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:44:33 -0400 James,
That is REALLY Cool
Thanks,
Rich

]]> d3ee8edb7c61650d3697ba0e9354d866 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/engine-locked-up/page/2/#post-238778 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:01:28 -0400 James,
Hmmm. Looking back through the notes on your car, Ringo and I had both suggested that the Starter motor could be the problem. I’m just wondering if an intermittent starter problem (like a slightly bent armature) could have been the problem all along?
Rich

]]> 2a55652923e23d8b8cf5063b95c5974e https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/stickneys-mg-pictures/#post-239637 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:27:53 -0400 Greg,
Very nice!! Did you have it painted? Like I always say, you just can’t have too many RED TDs
Rich

]]> 8c33685e4793cb8c2ee661abe860ac5c https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/jumped-time-update/#post-239625 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:33:45 -0400 Ringo,
Lotta work but great news! Hope she’s back on the road soon!
Rich

]]> 7a932cc4db38f894f778be11d86c57fd https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replicar-corp-mgtd/#post-239595 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:34:06 -0400 James,
She does have a point about the temptation, but a red TD Replica would look really nice sitting next to that white one! And as Larry Murphy will I’m sure attest, Two TDs are WAY more fun than one!
As Yogi Berra once said “The only thing I can’t resist is temptation” (I don’t know if it was really Yogi, but it sounds like something he’d…[Read more]

]]> 43f40709d66ee65d5b3bc05ad1e557e2 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/possible-purchase-vw/#post-239605 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:01:43 -0400 Jimbo,
The VW experts will pipe in on the drive train stuff, I’m sure. We get asked about price all the time. Depends on the Kit manufacturer for one thing. I think the British Coach Works and the Classic Roadsters Dutchess tend to get a little more $ because of rarity and kit quality.
Basically depending on condition, we’re seeing prices from…[Read more]

]]> 5f0187af460f01ee65c8676846321186 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replicar-corp-mgtd/#post-239592 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:13:15 -0400 All,
Yeah, the guy did respond to my question, but just said that the I.D. plate says Replicar Corp. Still have no clue as to who they were.
It actually reminds me a lot of my car, in that it’s RED, it has an MG emblem and …. Ok, that’s about it.
James, c’mon buddy, take one for the team! We need an EYEWitness report on this rare…[Read more]

]]> de1e4b35f3d47bd280f4263f256f26a4 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/engine-locked-up/page/2/#post-238776 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:05:15 -0400 James,
Really glad to hear you’re back on the case! Sounds like you’ve got it all under contol.
Rich

]]> 983e4ea93e72a2bb3c4536090565c4a0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replicar-corp-mgtd/#post-239586 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:23:32 -0400 All,
Curiosity got the best of me, so I just sent the Seller a question re: Replicar Corp. I can find NO reference to them on the internet. Maybe they only made one car?
Rich
 

]]> e9b6c9740ceddf7b614b0d34dde4efd9 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-ride/page/3/#post-238046 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:03:22 -0400 Rob,
Thanks! My schedule is a bit fluid right now, but I will definitely let you know if i’m going to be in the area.
Rich

]]> e7a235ed7868fe21157e146e6029bf49 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-ride/page/2/#post-238043 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:02:46 -0400 Update:
Just turned 4000 Miles since registering the car in June. It only had 12000 Miles on it and it took the original owner 9 years to do that. I’ve done 1/3 of that since June!!! 16000 miles….and, loving it!
Need to plan some longer trips for the fall. Maybe up to the White Mountains. Hey Rob, I might be passing through Moultonboro in the…[Read more]

]]> e4bd9c533186a8093f24fd4da2ffcde9 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replica-resurgence/#post-239555 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:33:25 -0400 All,
See? There you go. Rob is a trend setter. Every Cobra owner should also have a TD Replica for the Wife to drive
Also, that is a Great photo and two beatiful cars!
Rich

]]> 8c6f98d16faf7b32ce5c0f82c2547947 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replica-resurgence/#post-239551 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:35:22 -0400 All,
Thanks for all the responses. It’s funny how you can just throw out an idea and get so many responses, particularly if there are emotional ties. Paul, 27 years!!! That is AWESOME!! Clearly we are all having fun Owning, Fixing, Driving and Talking about our TD Replicas. I for one have stopped thinking of my car as a “Replica”. It is similar in…[Read more]

]]> 74a0d589d2eeea16225497a33d6f389b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replica-resurgence/#post-239546 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:31:46 -0400 Hey Geoff,
Glad to hear you’re still enjoying the TD. I was afraid that with that Arizona heat the car might have ended up as a red spot in the driveway
Just kidding, and besides as they say, it’s a ‘dry heat’
Rich

]]> 893723cf3556dd4608c70cff26dd82a5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/replica-resurgence/#post-239545 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:06:47 -0400 Dan,
Yeah, I know, they’re probably (very probably) not coming back, but if you have a well built kit, I don’t think you’re going to have any problems selling it for a bit more than you paid.
I just got back from another local “Cruise Night” and I can tell you that there were lots of very nice cars, and that my car received as much if not more…[Read more]

]]> cca87a2ddadd1417d80d0a1b65fb5e23 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/radiator-shell/#post-239527 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:36:56 -0400 Paul,
Way ahead of me. Let us know what you find out.
Thanks,
Rich

]]> 895c315990907cefd994601bbf73eae1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-tip-for-gel-coat/#post-239492 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:32:47 -0400 Bill,
Might be a little oily and “smelly” but it’s the same concept. The fluid is temporarily filling the “pores” in the Gel Coat.
I may have to try it though. Heck all I have to do is leave a rag under my wife’s transmission!
Rich

]]> 52d959ea8f92cb4b25be0fb8947744a1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rehub-cnversin/#post-239536 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:28:33 -0400 James,
I think Mark is specifically talking about large dia. wire wheels being a problem, and he’s absolutely right. The smaller the diameter (like 14″)  and the wider the tire, the less likely you are to have tuning and out of round problems. However, major pot holes and running into curb stones can certainly be a much bigger problem for these vs…[Read more]

]]> 84514bd325bdbabfcade137c5e88c405 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/radiator-shell/#post-239525 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:31:00 -0400 Bill/Paul,
You know the LBCar co with the $106 Shell has a contact and phone. Might be worth a call. Maybe he can provide a photo and a reference?
Rich
Little British Car Co, Ltd. / Vintage Motors, Ltd. 29311 Aranel, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2815, USAContact: Jeff Zorn Tel: 248 489 0022 or 800 637 9640 Fax: 248 489 9665

]]> fd56fdfedca49d488d5b3259b693a3c9 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/radiator-shell/#post-239524 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:24:56 -0400 Hey Paul,
You really went to work on this one! Great job!  If Bill can’t land a deal on one, it sure won’t be for lack of effort. Again, that’s what makes this Club and Forum great. (Plus the occasional comical anecdotes)
Rich

]]> 90de8fe8541e8bcaecb93a0d289f8c4a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-tip-for-gel-coat/#post-239490 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:49:43 -0400 Rob,
Thanks, that confirms my findings. I’m going to stick with End Dust for now because it seems to have a little less oil in it. Sure makes a quick detail easy and painless!
Rich

]]> f2ea0707df9157edab7b1180029dc8dc https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-tip-for-gel-coat/#post-239488 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:27:32 -0400 Dan,
I haven’t gone the route of wet sanding yet, but I have tried some very aggressive compound with an orbital buffer with so-so results.
My limited understanding of the Gel Coat problem is that what we seeing as gray/white haze is actually porosity (holes) in the finish. So the choices (other than Paint) are to either remove the pores (your…[Read more]

]]> 2f911da5c7479d99cac6740fb765e5c5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-pedal/#post-239496 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:46:58 -0400 mjilson,
Mine is a 74 Ford Mustang II original accel. pedal and it works just fine. No problem with acceleration
Rich

]]> a813a176f3920e37bdab7ade37c33694 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-tip-for-gel-coat/#post-239486 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:49:36 -0400 Larry,
Oh yeah, Thank James for the Springtime conversion on my Atavar!
RichRichBelfay40042.8262962963

]]> 3b69e7b265bf943893d85d1d3410201f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-tip-for-gel-coat/#post-239485 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:47:40 -0400 Larry,
Give it a try. Not perfect results, but also minimum elbow grease!
Rich

]]> 75100726c601c9f2d7ad5a58a538cec2 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/richs-ride/page/2/#post-238041 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:53:59 -0400 All,
Beautiful day today. I took my dad (84 years old) for his first ride today. Made his whole day!, Mine too! He’s not in the best of health so I don’t know how many more opportunities like this are left. His memory fails him most of the time, but he swears he’ll remember that ride forever
Rich

]]> 808f4a06059eb268e0da394804a2b51f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/les-paul-died-today/#post-239471 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:47:17 -0400 Paul,
Naw, it was a gift that I bought for myself and my son about 15 years ago. It is very heavy but the sound is awesome. I play it through an original 1976 Fender Princeton Reverb amp. The sound is vintage and awesome. I have thought about selling it a few times because it doesn’t get much use anymore, but just can’t get myself to do it. Now…[Read more]

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