MG TD Replica Car Club | Steve Crites | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/ringo/activity/ Activity feed for Steve Crites. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:36:59 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 5c9bdeaab5a88c66f252d091bd8503e2 Steve Crites replied to the topic Need a picture of a Chevette Sway Bar in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-a-picture-of-a-chevette-sway-bar/#post-257288 Thu, 08 Aug 2013 21:39:02 -0400 Here you go!

]]> b6b730264b905a13d65b041e4f25a3bd Steve Crites replied to the topic Loose door hinge screw in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/loose-door-hinge-screw/#post-255225 Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:35:17 -0400 When using stainless fittings  be sure to use anti-sieze (available at any auto store) on the bolt and nut or it will weld itself together down the road and you will never get it loose.   Ask me how I know……:?

]]> 131d5fd1c25a1ea2e74cbaed7d98dd91 Steve Crites replied to the topic removing old wax in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/removing-old-wax/#post-255205 Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:29:44 -0400 Dawn, the plain kind with no scents, will do the job with no damage to chrome, rubber, etc. 

]]> 4251ecaa0916ebb3ade6ac195debd198 Steve Crites replied to the topic Body Trim in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/body-trim-2/#post-255127 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:30:44 -0400 Yeah, my steel toed socks are da bomb   😛

]]> 94c978c6acb2d7a010557228cd51cbb2 Steve Crites replied to the topic Respect Each Other in the forum Rules and Etiquette https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/respect-each-other/#post-254916 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:22:18 -0400 Thanks!  I’m around, just been spending a lot of time on my ’53 F100 project.  Whenever I need to clear my head it’s good to know the Duchess is there. 

]]> 10119dba9a10a90b3558f97a310ced51 Steve Crites replied to the topic Respect Each Other in the forum Rules and Etiquette https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/respect-each-other/#post-254914 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:16:16 -0400      I may not post as often as I used to, but I check in pretty often to see if I can help or learn something.  My Duchess is running great,  used often, (not often enough!) and one reason it is the joy that it is is directly due to this site.  As I a newby, I never felt talked down to, and found everyone to be most respectful and helpful.      …[Read more]

]]> 51bcef0106f2cafd21e6d6e5f013205b Steve Crites replied to the topic fuel pump in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-pump-2/#post-254541 Fri, 15 Feb 2013 22:06:37 -0500 Dan,  If you have the room, go with a Carter low pressure vane pump, it will last forever.  It sounds like you’re using those little buzz boxes and they tend to always go bad too soon.  

]]> f8d1818564d9498a6c366737614882e9 Steve Crites replied to the topic running poor in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/running-poor/#post-251803 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:51:51 -0400 Dan, I forget if you have a Ford or Chevy, but either way I’d check the vacuum hose to the distributor and then play with the timing.  You checked the timing but was that a static check?   I have found that initial timing and the best timing may be a long way apart.  Change the timing, (probably advance it), drive, change, drive, etc.  It sou…[Read more]

]]> f8a7527c87e2ba07087b5582622c730d Steve Crites replied to the topic running poor in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/running-poor/#post-251801 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 20:34:25 -0400 Dan, do you mean that it won’t rev up when sitting, or that it wont pull on the street?

]]> 2582d42218221c382b320b688b577a59 Steve Crites replied to the topic oil additives in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/oil-additives/#post-251764 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 21:13:23 -0400 I figure my cars are not leaking oil, they’re just marking their territory!

]]> da7363cf2facbad076e436e75caece68 Steve Crites replied to the topic Horns in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/horns/#post-251113 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 20:56:11 -0400 Mine are metal.  My horn button is a momentary, boat type, on the left side of the dash, close to my hand.

]]> 842250e7f7b4a07c808d603cc5952056 Steve Crites replied to the topic Horns in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/horns/#post-251109 Sat, 14 Jul 2012 21:57:57 -0400 I’ve had these 3+ years with no chips or flaking and they are plenty loud.  Cheaper than most regular horns too.http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Chrome-Dual-Tone-Air-Horns,7650.html?utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=CSEGoogle&utm_campaign=CSEGOOGLE&CAWELAID=1268548080&cagpspn=pla&gclid=CNHav8XImrECFUpeTAodYhsreQ

]]> adbba7008761e24a5901b851fa7fbb25 Steve Crites replied to the topic Cruisin' Pallooza XII in the forum Clubs and Show https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cruisin-pallooza-xii/#post-250922 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:11:22 -0400 pickshures, please!

]]> 96d4f5d3a8317a17de570ea22cafe5fe Steve Crites replied to the topic starter in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/starter/#post-250533 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 20:53:16 -0400 A faulty solenoid, aggravated by heat sink issue would make the starter drive partially engage due to severe voltage drop that doesn’t fully engage the starter. Causes all kinds of noise due to partial engagement with the flywheel/flexplate.  Again,  relates to voltage drop due to heat that causes more drain on the system, thus the no problem o…[Read more]

]]> 8843e4d91ac24fa87a2620ad5156307f Steve Crites replied to the topic Head Rests in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/head-rests/#post-250915 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 20:34:01 -0400 We are the air bags for these cars!  Headrests would work about as well as on motorcycles IMORingo2012-06-24 20:38:38

]]> 9c4a2761e3c621294718ae5803c3ed91 Steve Crites replied to the topic starter in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/starter/#post-250530 Sat, 23 Jun 2012 12:05:51 -0400 Montie,  could be condition known as heat sink,  the starter or relay get hot, shut down and don’t work till cooled down again.  Did you happen to move the starter relay to a different spot?  If not, try temporarily moving the relay to see if it helps.  You may need heat shield over the starter.  Also, how old is the starter relay?  It’s for su…[Read more]

]]> 40173d1e9e76b1841f0cb2a652ea0327 Steve Crites replied to the topic No power in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/no-power/#post-250554 Mon, 21 May 2012 20:42:54 -0400 I may have missed it somewhere in the thread but when you say you checked the fuses did you check them with an OHM meter for continuity or just visual?  If visual, don’t trust your eyes, the break can be deep in the metal socket.  

]]> 80b56c5de77dd08292801235fa22e030 Steve Crites replied to the topic starter in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/starter/#post-250524 Mon, 21 May 2012 20:38:17 -0400 No problems changing mine out.  You might need a u joint on your ratchet extension but I didn’t, just a couple of extensions to make one long one.   

]]> d3b9c2ffea2b6c476130e02b57166ab5 Steve Crites replied to the topic New Member Saying Hello in the forum Membership https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-saying-hello/#post-250439 Sat, 12 May 2012 20:38:53 -0400 Wow!  and over 100K!  Outstanding!   You have truly paid your dues in the world of TD replicas.

]]> 7dfa478c5e7c5de69631b484b256b282 Steve Crites replied to the topic Wiring: Sanity Check in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiring-sanity-check/#post-250457 Mon, 07 May 2012 20:26:35 -0400   Some folks want to do the whole thing at once, knowing that it’s all new with no weak spots.  But there’s nothing wrong with doing a little at a time.  By doing one section at a time, you get to drive more!  Most cars I’ve done were the one system at a time rebuild and I’ve not regretted it.      I will add to Royal’s advise by saying.…[Read more]

]]> 1ad2e1408f3defa7c9e75a991912c576 Steve Crites replied to the topic Accelerator Cable in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/accelerator-cable/#post-250225 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:56:48 -0400 Don,  Just checked mine and it’s not much different.  I lubed it a few years ago and haven’t had any problems.  One time the bracket shifted and it caused a bind at the linkage, but the cable has had no problems.

]]> 5742ab793865c0837f3a681d3745ebfa Steve Crites replied to the topic photos of original MGs in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/photos-of-original-mgs/#post-249766 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:23:52 -0400 John,  according to this site  http://www.mgcars.org.uk/mgtd/mgtd_mistakes.htm  re; chrome headlights. 

 
“This one’s a lot tougher because in some cases it is correct and in others it’s not. Also there is no definitive date that I am aware of where the production of the MGTD switched from chrome to painted headlamps. Clearly if you have…

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]]> 5742ab793865c0837f3a681d3745ebfa Steve Crites replied to the topic photos of original MGs in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/photos-of-original-mgs/#post-249766 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:23:52 -0400 John,  according to this site  http://www.mgcars.org.uk/mgtd/mgtd_mistakes.htm  re; chrome headlights. 

 
“This one’s a lot tougher because in some cases it is correct and in others it’s not. Also there is no definitive date that I am aware of where the production of the MGTD switched from chrome to painted headlamps. Clearly if you have…

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]]> cb21f9b34b2306bbaf2563804c387b6d Steve Crites replied to the topic Anniversary in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/anniversary/#post-249667 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:08:44 -0500 Looking forward to your 3000th!  Thumbs Up

]]> b2ed7c7e7d11a78bbc37849dd15743fd Steve Crites replied to the topic Electronic Ignition in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electronic-ignition/#post-249684 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:59:30 -0500 I have used them on 3 other cars, one with a CD ignition box,  all have worked great.  One is 12 years old and hasn’t missed a beat.    

 
BTW, does anyone who used to drive an old points type ford remember having to find old beer pull tabs on the side of the road to set their spare points when the old ones burned out every 3 months? Cool
]]> 1993127055af469515deaf5282c3bd04 Steve Crites replied to the topic gas mileage in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/gas-mileage/#post-249535 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:00:25 -0500  I can’t help pushing the loud petal and shifting more than necessary on the curvy roads we are blessed with around here.   I don’t check miles per gallon, I get more than enough smiles per gallon.Thumbs Up

]]> d98bb9d74557f1709fcf791f2e0f5afc Steve Crites replied to the topic 66 degrees! in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/66-degrees/page/2/#post-249431 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:59:05 -0500 Good grief! Is that a catapault or a kit built crane?

]]> 2e89d7476ca11f871303a9f97365719d Steve Crites replied to the topic Battery life in the forum MP Lafer https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/battery-life/#post-249458 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:50:59 -0500 Ed,  Yeah, it’s not easy to do when I’m thinking with my wallet, but I’ve had too many dead batterys at the worst possible times. (or the worst possible places!)  That 50 lbs is extra heavy when walking to Walmart. Dead   I’ll do just about anything to keep from breaking down.   Part of my OCD when it comes to cars.Big smile

]]> fd5eb02606a73b1347ac9c6891738bcd Steve Crites replied to the topic Battery life in the forum MP Lafer https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/battery-life/#post-249452 Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:43:41 -0500 I think most folks try to stretch their battery life way too far.  If you’re past 3-4 years on a battery you’re living on borrowed time.  True, a charger will help, but with my wife’s DD I don’t dare take a chance with going over 3 years. On my vehicles I might go 4 years but I never wait too long for what I know is inevitable. Better to chan…[Read more]

]]> 2d97dacce7eae229bfac196992de662d Steve Crites replied to the topic dim lights on our Mg TD's in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/dim-lights-on-our-mg-tds/#post-249437 Sat, 25 Feb 2012 17:40:19 -0500 Run your lights through a relay instead of just through the fuse box.  The lights will brighten right up.

]]> 90b7b4a38acbde311d2c9ce0c0945040 Steve Crites replied to the topic front end alignment in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/front-end-alignment/#post-249351 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:58:42 -0500 Yeah, an old timer or an old alignment shop (even better if they’re the same) are the only ones that don’t even bat an eye when I bring in my old cars for alignment. 

]]> 3aa84f79bec5b7f8184a9d58b729a473 Steve Crites replied to the topic Hello from Arizona in the forum Car Registry https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/hello-from-arizna/#post-249160 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:10:19 -0500 BeBop,  welcome to the gang.  Please post some pictures, detailed shots if possible so we can see the differences between our cars.   First I’ve heard of Rich industries

]]> 71acd3ac9c4b62b46c3d85684dad7608 Steve Crites replied to the topic Old Photo Gallery in the forum Site Input and Issues https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/old-photo-gallery/#post-249269 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:04:36 -0500 Frankie,   I’m sure I speak for most of us when I say many thanks for your hard workThumbs Up

 
I’m also pretty sure we’re all going through a learning curve that will be worth it when everything settles down.  Change is always difficult at first. 
 
Again, many thanks!
]]> b95c513da786fe619324a0225cf3f036 Steve Crites replied to the topic My Truck in the forum Pictures of your other Ride https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-truck/#post-249233 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:49:27 -0500

]]> 23a0ea45462bfd6a8b2656c8c8e295a3 Steve Crites replied to the topic Repainting in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/repainting/#post-249147 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:43:27 -0500 You could respray gelcoat and have a fresh base to work on.  Gelcoat can be applied with normal spray gun with 1.8 mm tip.  Check out the forum of Kevin Tetz, (the guy on Spike TV “Trucks”) at paintucation.com.   Lots of info there for us hobby painters/refinishers.

]]> 0c58b5ce2e9ebe374c38a9420c77e12d Steve Crites replied to the topic Chevy/Ford vs VW in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/chevyford-vs-vw/#post-249101 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:25:02 -0500 Haven’t had the pleasure of driving a VW TD, but Iv’e had 4 VWs in the past.  I can say that I did not look for a VW powered TD when I bought the Duchess.  Kinda’ a been there, done that thing.  But I will say that to me the Ford engine is a lot more forgiving than the VW since you don’t have to keep the RPMs up to make her happy and the low end…[Read more]

]]> 0587904ee99661d9597895b265a855fc Steve Crites replied to the topic Average Age of a TD Replica Owner in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/average-age-of-a-td-replica-owner/page/2/#post-249052 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:12:39 -0500 58.  Old enough to know better, too dumb to care!  If I live long enough, I may get this car thing out of my system……….. Naaaaw….. not likely.

]]> 477816abd863e7bfc36599e92f4e4ade Steve Crites replied to the topic removing fine scratches in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/removing-fine-scratches/#post-248281 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:53:05 -0500 Greg, You’ll wear your arms out long before you get rid of scratches or other blemishes.  If your gel coat is thick enough a random orbit polisher with different stages of cutting pads and media will take care of it, just really be sure it’s a random orbit or you’ll risk burning paint. If this is the only car you’ll need to work up, the cost for…[Read more]

]]> 2af4d8e944f9045a568212bc8ea94f7d Steve Crites replied to the topic Car covers in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/car-covers/#post-247319 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 18:55:26 -0500 The Budge brand, size 2, from AutoZone fits my duchess just about perfect.  Allmost touches the ground all around. Have had it almost 3 years now.  No complaints. Will get one again when time comes. 

]]> ee385c30c36bd20180d5e55746daeef3 Steve Crites replied to the topic Allow me to brag for a moment? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/allow-me-to-brag-for-a-moment/#post-247043 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:08:55 -0400 Way to go!  It’s a precious thing to have such a daughter.  I know mine has given me so many reasons to be proud.  We are lucky guys!

]]> 889aae1bb8eaa910840eaa9c81c379ff Steve Crites replied to the topic Re-chroming bumpers in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/re-chroming-bumpers/#post-245987 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:27:47 -0400 Shane, the cost estimate for the bumpers is probably on target since like most things on car refurbishing, the preperation is the most expensive part.  To re-do the bumper they have to grind down, repair, smooth and straighten the bumper.  It is labor intensive and therefore expensive. The chroming process itself is still pretty expensive, but i…[Read more]

]]> c9f8ad11a9bc5349b626ffcd7f540bc6 Steve Crites replied to the topic MIGI newbie needs advice! in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/migi-newbie-needs-advice/#post-245925 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:20:08 -0400 You don’t mention your level of skill or if you just want a driver.
If I wanted a re-do project and wasn’t in a hurry to drive, I wouldn’t go higher than $2,250 at the most. 
In the end,  “you buys your ticket and you takes your ride.”

]]> f2094f41c9ab87f3c2bbeb4a0758dd02 Steve Crites replied to the topic Wonder Why in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wnder-why/#post-245893 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:46:17 -0400 To add to the mix of what our cars are or are not…..
My Duchess was factory built. Made by men who were paid to assemble the car from parts pulled out of their stock.  The same stock that was packaged in pieces with a set of directions and sent to people so they could assemble them at their homes. 
So, in some respects, all cars are “kit c…[Read more]

]]> 9e8ca61e49334f8ac4408b5827d80a9f Steve Crites replied to the topic Another project reported in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/another-project-reported/page/5/#post-244693 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:41:33 -0400 Maybe a TD dually??

]]> e7e2ef1b78c74d823705b8e46df4593c Steve Crites replied to the topic Fuel Tank in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-tank/#post-245382 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:37:19 -0400 Summit racing has many sizes of the RCI fuel cells that include senders.  Check their web site for more choices than what’s in their catalog.  Good price, safe, and close to a custom fit.  They even have mounting tabs on them.
Mark,  I’m really glad for you.  I think I’ll probably have to work until I’m dead! 

]]> 19817855a21a1c664c22a066e4a10a84 Steve Crites replied to the topic Manufacturer Comparison in the forum Manufacturer Comparison https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/manufacturer-comparison/#post-250690 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 22:13:48 -0400 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (Ford Based, Factory built Deluxe Model)
Windshields – Not a folding windshield. Came with covers to replicate folding original.
Front grill – Reproduction MG TD grill and slats. Functional
Hood (Bonnet) – Opens from driver’s side, external hinges and clasps. Could easily be built to open from passenger s…[Read more]

]]> bb74abb024d3557c32968c55339da453 Steve Crites replied to the topic Surgery in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/surgery/#post-244221 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:16:14 -0400 Montie, Glad it’s your left arm.  What ever you do take it slow and easy with that rotator cuff repair.  I’m a Physical Therapist (some say terrorist) and I hate working on those ’cause they are so slow to heal properly.  What they sewed together is about the same as sewing together a slice of bologna. Very, very fragile. Be sure to follow your th…[Read more]

]]> afeea4300e4558396bac27fe329b1845 Steve Crites replied to the topic Headlight stone/rock guards in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-stnerock-guards/#post-244151 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:18:06 -0400 Exactly right!  If you look close at the last two photos on that web site you’ll see the little tabs that stick out between the rim and the paint (chrome body on our Deitz style lights)

]]> eb873c0aca960227b30b7f534db91dcd Steve Crites replied to the topic Headlight stone/rock guards in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-stnerock-guards/#post-244149 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:31:00 -0400 Richard,
Had the same problem.  If you hook the clips to the inside of the outer rim of the light they are loose and the guards stick out away from the headlight, right?  You have to take the outer rims off and place the clips between the rims and the body of the light.  They will then fit properly and the guards will snap in tight.  The prob…[Read more]

]]> e476331c2adc51652b595eac43f15113 Steve Crites replied to the topic Sunday Afternoon Ride in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sunday-afternon-ride/#post-243886 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:34:07 -0400 I went out Sat afternoon, 75 degrees and blue bird skies. I had a grin for the rest of the weekend    Since I don’t have any major projects/jobs to do on the Duchess, I’ve been able to get out at least one day each month this winter.  Sure has made winter more tolerable here.

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