Hello - I'm back!
2009-01-18 by Ash
Hi to everyone both old and new. I just wanted to let all those that remember me, that I still have my Marcos and after a couple of years fighting with the
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Re: [MarcosManiacs] MM pics DH8241, BNE 277B
2009-01-18 by Richard Porter
... Thanks for posting the photos. No, they didn t get resized so I suspect one or two people may not have been amused to get a 10MB message! I ll put them on
MM pics DH8241, BNE 277B
2009-01-18 by Philip Smethurst
Hello fellow maniacs!, I tried to send this through my hotmail account which I know downsizes
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-12 by Philip Smethurst
well Andy if you are asking for votes on colour then i think she looks good in her current scheme and as you say it is unique on a gullwing........if it ain t
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-12 by Andy&Alison Seward
Hi Dave! I completely understand. I go through periods where I do nothing on the Gullwing and then there s a burst of energy (and accompanying expense!) and
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-11 by Dave McGill
Hi Andy, Not as healthy as your Gullwing I m afraid, this year I really must get her back on the road again, there s not a huge amount to do, it s just
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Hey Bob!
2009-01-10 by Bob Magnotti
Sorry I did not mean to broadcast this out to the group. I guess now you all know that I run a small engine repair shop in South Western Virginia. As one
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Hey Bob!
2009-01-10 by Bob Magnotti
Marshall, Will probably see you at Momma s on Sunday. Bob ... From: Marshall Moore Subject: [MarcosManiacs] Hey Bob! To:
Hey Bob!
2009-01-10 by Marshall Moore
Bob, Sorry I ve been out of touch for so long......it s been a little nuts. Business has been horrible for the last two months but it seems to be making a
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Richard Porter
... I think it s called Chiltern Green. I d like to paint the Jem in a similar colour, with a red nose and an Austin Martin badge on the front! -- Richard
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Andy&Alison Seward
Bob and Larry, it would be great fun to meet you there at VIR in April! Look in Victory Lane magazine for scheduling info? I believe the Jeferson 500 race at
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Andy&Alison Seward
Thank you, Richard. I ruled out British Racing Green (BRG) as Klaus Tweddell s Gullwing has that already. I believe the Hines/Pryor 1962 Marcos Gullwing car
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by larry meadows
Bob, Roger that. Thanks. I will check out some of the motels an let you know. Larry ________________________________ From: Bob Magnotti
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Bob Magnotti
Larry, Admission at the gate for spectating is usually about $35 to $40 for the weekend. Not sure what the fee is for competion entry. I usually stay at
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by larry meadows
Excuse the int eruption, What is the admission for the VIR weekend if I have a car (Marcos) to bring up? Larry 3v5536 ________________________________ From:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Richard Porter
... I don t think there were any standard colours apart from variations on British Racing Green with stripes. They were mostly cellulose with painted on
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Bob Magnotti
Andy, The Marcos looks outstanding and must be a delight to have sitting in your garage. Please keep us posted on your racing adventures. Also, if
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Andy&Alison Seward
Arrrgh.. well, I MEANT to send that email just to Phil Smethurst but didn t pay attention and so have apparently sent it to all of you! My apologies. I
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Andy&Alison Seward
Thank you, good Sir. Race? yes. Next 2 steps are: 1. a one hour run at the local Nascar roundy-round speedway to ensure all temps, cooling, oil flow,
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-10 by Philip Smethurst
fantastic work Andy!.Are you going to race her again? or perhaps take to the show scene -she s certainly nice enough! phil ________________________________
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-08 by Andy&Alison Seward
Thank you, Dave. Much appreciated. And how is UFL777 doing these days? Best Regards, Andy To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.comFrom:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-07 by Dave McGill
Hi Andy, Fantastic job, congratulations on a job well done. You should be proud of what you have achieved. Best Regards, and good luck on your first outing.
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-07 by Paul Dransfield
The Canadian gullwing was owned by Dave McCubbin who unfortunately passed away a few years ago. The car was in many pieces in various stages of restoration,
RE: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-07 by Andy&Alison Seward
Hi Hal! Great to hear from you again... it s been awhile. The Marcos Gullwing will be offered for sale. Yes, I will probably race her in a few historic events
Marcos windshields
2009-01-07 by hide809rig169
I have been curious if there is source in the USA now for Marcos windshields, there is a company that can import them. ProSource Glass International can get
Re: [MarcosManiacs] The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-07 by Meggsief@aol.com
Great looking car, I have always dreamed of doing a gull-wing I heard there was one in Canada a few years ago. I hope you will post some video of it in motion.
The Gullwing is mechanically completed!
2009-01-07 by Andy&Alison Seward
Fellow MarcosManiacs, UPDATE: The mechanical work on HOO144 is finally done. I hope you ll enjoy the photos. I learned a lot restoring HOO144... both about
U.S. Source for Volvo Parts
2009-01-06 by Ron McLeod
Maniacs . . . Having just finished the rebuild of my Volvo 3-liter B30 engine, I want to recommend the following excellent source of parts and good advice:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2009-01-06 by Ron McLeod
Thanks to Mike Denman and Bob Moreno for the help. The GT is now mobile - still a few loose ends, but at least it is moving under its own power. Regards . . .
Re: New commer
2009-01-05 by Andrew B. Seward
Welcome, Marco! Glad you ve joined us. Where do you live? Best Regards, Andy Andrew Seward 1962 Marcos GT1000 Gullwing Woodbridge, VA 22192 USA ... project
New commer
2009-01-05 by marco ahrens
All, New to the group and only listening in so far, looking for an unusual project so a Marcos could be of interest should one come on the market. Brgds Marco
Re: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by larry meadows
I couldn t have siad it better. If you want to look at what I have done on mine, Give me a call after the 4th (I am in Georgia till then) and I will be glad
E-Mail Address changes
2008-12-30 by Marshall Moore
Hello All, In an effort to reach as many people as possible, before I start the process of individual mass notifications, my various e-mail addresses have
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by Robert Moreno
To Ron-http://hem.bredband.net/b215872/amazon/downloads/Overdrive%20in%20Volvo%20Amazon.pdf Bob Moreno 3v5667 To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com From:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by Robert Moreno
Hi Ron See the articles at vclassics.com; such as http://www.vclassics.com/archive/qodin122.htm and http://www.vclassics.com/archive/laycock.htm and
Re: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by Denman Mike
Hi Ron, The wiring is actually pretty simple. I assume you know where the driver operated overdrive switch is on your car. This switch is a single pole, single
Re: [MarcosManiacs] 3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by Donny Lang
Ron, You might try getting up with Larry Meadows in Florida for some help on your overdrive wiring. He has in the last year finished converting from an
RE: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-30 by Ron McLeod
Paul . . . No problem, I have an alarm system, and I think you only gave my Oakville address, so they ll be sadly disappointed for the next 4 months or so.
3-liter Volvo overdrive wiring
2008-12-30 by Ron McLeod
Maniacs . . . I am putting my rebuilt 3L Volvo engine back in the car. I have one little problem - can t figure out how the overdrive wiring should go. Is
RE: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-30 by Paul Dransfield
Ron, it seems like you re a popular guy. Two guys wanted your contact info. You should form a fan club. Maybe I should have been more discrete about posting
RE: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-29 by Ron McLeod
Paul . . . I sent my contact info directly to Phil rather than thru the MarcosManiacs. Regards . . . Ron McLeod From: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com
Re: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-29 by Paul Dransfield
Hi Philip, I thought Ron would have responded himself by now. He spends his winters in Florida, where he has a Marcos 3 litre Volvo undergoing a complete
Re: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-29 by Richard Porter
... Hi Phil, LTNS! I d be very pleased to have some pics of DH8241 for the Mini Marcos web site. It will be good to see it and your good self at Prescott. I
RE: [MarcosManiacs] (unknown)
2008-12-29 by Andy&Alison Seward
Welcome, Phil! Glad you ve joined MarcosManiacs and looking forward to seeing photos of your MM + your Uncle s 1800 GT. Please tell us the serial numbers as
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2008-12-29 by Philip Smethurst
Hi I am a new maniac!, phil Smethurst from the Uk - though residing in Australia
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Light Switch
2008-11-20 by larry meadows
I have a bunch of stuff left over from my recent restoration of the 1970 3l Volvo Marcos if anyone might need something for the BW35 tranny and all hardware. I
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Light Switch
2008-11-20 by Balloonblack@comcast.net
I already ordered the new switsh along with some bushings . I appreciate the offer. Bill Black 3V5680 ... From: larry meadows To:
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Light Switch
2008-11-19 by larry meadows
The switch I sent the pix of is the same dimensions as you just listed. Larry 3v5536 ________________________________ From: Balloonblack@comcast.net
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Light Switch
2008-11-19 by Balloonblack@comcast.net
I have done some research and it looks like Lucas switch #39823 for a Lotus epirit will fit. The hole size in my dash is 27.6mm X 43mm. I ll let everyone
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Light Switch
2008-11-19 by Paul Dransfield
Hi Bill, Those switches are hard to come by but they can be found used at British car show flea markets. We have one each spring in southern Ontario and I have