Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-27 by Andy&Alison Seward
Sorry, I meant to type crossflow or pre-crossflow when referring to the British Ford 109e or 116e Anglia/Cortina motors. There is strong racing support for
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Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-27 by Andy&Alison Seward
Chuck, A dedicated race car is pure and you can build it to the limits of the rules. A Marcos can be made very lightweight but this will require thin
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Shopping for Marcos - Attn: Hal, Michael & Phillip
2013-11-27 by Meggsief@...
will do Chuck. Hal 5006 ... From: Chuck WATSON To: marcosmaniacs Sent: Wed, Nov 27, 2013 7:53 am Subject:
Shopping for Marcos - Attn: Hal, Michael & Phillip
2013-11-27 by Chuck WATSON
Sorry to broadcast to all, but I am trying to get back in touch with these folks. I have responded to each of you via email but I have received no replies. I
Re: [MarcosManiacs] RE: Headers - 3.5 EFI - Marcos Mantula 1985
2013-11-27 by Mike Sullivan
Thanks... I am in the US so export would be expensive.... I do like the car....it is a beast and just stock ...makes me wonder what another 50 to 75 hp would
RE: Headers - 3.5 EFI - Marcos Mantula 1985
2013-11-27 by <nick@...>
Custom fab is the only way - my old Mantula had headers, and Martyn (the new owner) has documented his restoration with pictures - his whole blog makes for
Headers - 3.5 EFI - Marcos Mantula 1985
2013-11-26 by <tvrm2001@...>
The clearances are very tight so I was wondering if anyone has fitted headers on the 3.5 Rover motors in a Mantula? Right now the SS exhaust pipe is connected
RE: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-26 by Chuck WATSON
Hey Andy - Thanks for your comments. I ve seen your car on the British Racing site and think it is fantastic. I am hoping to run VCDA, possible SVRA and
Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by Andy&Alison Seward
Hi Chuck, With whom will you be vintage racing? Each sanctioning body s regulations and classification system differ here in the States. You might consider
RE: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by philip traxler
Chuck, I also have a 1969 Marcos 1600GT # 5359 that I purchased in September of 1971. I drove it as an occasional driver for a period of time. When I moved
RE: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by Chuck WATSON
Thanks, Chuck Watson Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg & Lexington, SC Group - I have responded directly to everyone who contacted
RE: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by Chuck WATSON
Thanks Stephen. I didn t realize the rarity of that version until later. I ll keep an eye out (and I have contacted Redline), but I m not dead-set on the TR
Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by Meggsief@...
Welcome Chuck, I have a 66 #5006 that I was going to build for the same purpose but instead I built an Elan so I am thinking of selling mine. Email me if you
RE: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-25 by Stephen Spalding
Chuck I have one of the eleven Marcos with the TR6 engine. Several years ago a Marcos owner in Switzerland track down 10 of the eleven. Mine was the only one
Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-24 by temetal
My wood chassis 3-litre (Ford V-6) GT has not been driven since my back operation in 1988 and has not been started since 2002. All original, with minor
Re: [MarcosManiacs] New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-24 by Mikerog
Chuck, I own a 1969 1600GT wooden chassis. It has only been raced in Solo2 a long time ago so it does not have any racing pedigree or safety upgrades. It is
New to the Group and Shopping
2013-11-24 by Chuck WATSON
Hey folks. I ve been bitten by the Marcos bug and am looking for a GT or similar for vintage racing. Anyone on this list racing their Marcos? So, it doesn t
New Glass rear Screen for Sale
2013-11-10 by stephen13056
I have a new glass rear screen for sale for a Marcos Coupe, on Ebay UK
RE: [MarcosManiacs] front suspension
2013-10-28 by Steinpom
Hello Larry and others, Thanks to your photos and drawings with dimensions from Rory, the front suspension brackets have now been re and re’d back closer to
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-11 by larry meadows
Thank, Danny. If there is anything I can do, just ask. By the way, did the glass rear screen fit the opening in the car? I have one that I bought a couple
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-11 by John Sutton
Larry, I thought you were on holiday !!! John Sutton _____ From: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of larry
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-11 by Steinpom
Hi Larry, We think we figured it out using your photos and some drawings that Rory sent me. The subframe seems to be the right dimensions, but the brackets
RE: 1969 1600GT For Sale
2013-10-10 by <donlattimer1@...>
Relisted here:
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-10 by larry meadows
Danny, Were you able to fix the front wheel clearence problem? Best Regards, Larry On Thursday, October 10, 2013 3:12 AM, Steinpom wrote:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-10 by Steinpom
Hello Steve, I have a few issues of Torque and other MOC magazines and am always interested in acquiring more on the rare occasions they come up for sale. Any
Rear Glass Screen
2013-10-10 by stephen13056
After selling my 3L Volvo automatic, I now have for sale: - one glass rear screen, with a slight blue tint. Unused since collected from the MOC in 1974. Best
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 1969 1600GT For Sale
2013-10-10 by philip traxler
Don this doesn t make since..Ad says the bid ended yesterday October 8th for a starting bid of $200.00 _____ From: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com
1969 1600GT For Sale
2013-10-09 by <donlattimer1@...>
Here s one in Georgia (USA)
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis
2013-09-19 by larry meadows
Danny, Measure the distance between the forward foot well and the vertical steel tube of the sub frame. If it is the same as the required distance needed to
RE: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis
2013-09-18 by Steinpom
Larry, I went and saw the car today. I think I already have those brackets. I’ll sort through todays pictures tomorrow for you to look at. A chassis guy
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [3 Attachments]
2013-09-18 by larry meadows
Danny, I fabbed the flex brake hose attach bracket and will post them to you soon. They fix under the forward upper control arn bolt. See picture that Ron
Re: propshaft vibration - 1600 crossflow engine, transmission and rear end
2013-09-16 by MarkD
Danny, I found time this weekend to look at a couple more transmissions and drive shafts. The early sprite/midget is different with a ten spline shaft although
3 Litre Volvo (automatic) for sale
2013-09-15 by stephen13056
Just to advise that after 27 years, I am selling my tangerine Volvo Marcos. It is one of the rare UK automatics, with export specs. I have just listed it on
front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [3 Attachments]
2013-09-15 by Steinpom
Thanks Larry and Ron. The car is not at my home so I ll try to take some photos of the suspension arms on Tuesday and send them along for your comments. If
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [1 Attachment]
2013-09-14 by larry meadows
Thanks, Ron. Best Regards, Larry ________________________________ From: Ron McLeod To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com Sent:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [2 Attachments]
2013-09-14 by Ron McLeod
Here’s what it should look like – photo from the restoration of my ’70 GT Regards . . . Ron McLeod Marcos Mantis P8/5858 Marcos 3L GT 3V-5642 From:
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [2 Attachments]
2013-09-14 by larry meadows
Danny, I forgot to say that the pictures are of the upper control arm. Best Regards, Larry ________________________________ From: larry meadows
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [3 Attachments]
2013-09-14 by larry meadows
Danny, Also, the arm with the most bend must be in the forward position. Best Regards, Larry ________________________________ From: Steinpom
Re: [MarcosManiacs] FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis [3 Attachments]
2013-09-14 by larry meadows
Danny, Check your lower control arms and be sure that there is a triangular tab on the forward arm on left and right sides. This is a mounting point for a
RE: How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-14 by <hide809rig169@...>
Don, Can you contact me off the list? I did click on your posting, takes me off the, conversation page to the introduction page with no postings. Thanks,
RE: FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis
2013-09-14 by <lmeadowsw@...>
Danny, Could you send some pictures of the upper and lower control arms and shock absorbers (both sides)? Regards, Larry 3v5536 --- In
Re: How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-14 by Don
Did you click on the link that was in my previous post ? Try that. I think I just noticed what the problem is.
Re: How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-14 by Don
Wow. Maybe someone else could help. As Moderator I see everything on the site, some of which you don t see. I can t believe that the box including Home,
RE: Re: How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-14 by <hide809rig169@...>
Don, Thanks for the reply. I am, logged in , to Yahoo groups. In the left hand column there is no members list, at least that I can see or find. In the left
FW: front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis
2013-09-14 by Steinpom
Whoops, I forgot to attach the photos. Hello folks, Happy Friday the 13th. Here s a bit of a mystery hopefully some of the smart ones on the list can help
front wheels clearance issue a6oo gt wooden chassis
2013-09-13 by Steinpom
Hello folks, Happy Friday the 13th. Here s a bit of a mystery hopefully some of the smart ones on the list can help solve. After lining up the bonnet on the
Re: How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-13 by Don
Simple. Go to home page. Log in. Click on members in the left column. If member has chosen to have their email show, it will be shown in email delivery
RE: [MarcosManiacs] How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-13 by Robert Moreno
Hello Steve I am in Prescott restoring 3V5667. Feel free to contact me..... bobsmarcos@hotmail.com To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com From:
How to find private list e-mails?
2013-09-13 by <hide809rig169@...>
Hate to do this post. I have tried Yahoo several times with no success. How to find private e-mail addresses of members on the list. How to find the list
RE: [MarcosManiacs] RE: propshaft vibration - 1600 crossflow engine, transmission and rear end
2013-09-12 by Steinpom
Thanks for the leads. I’ll try JAE in the morning. I found them much more helpful and reasonable when I ordered parts for the last engine rebuild. Danny