new email
2008-07-06 by riceybabe1@aol.com
dear friends, ???????????????? here are our new email addresses lorraines is WRAGG_L@sky.com alex s is coolrice@sky.com and steves is riceybabe@sky.com beware
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Re: [MarcosManiacs] inquiry about marcos wheels
2008-07-02 by Donny Lang
Larry and others, Take a look at eBay item #130233643760 (I know its expired but you can still view it for a few more days). These are 15 x 7 eight spoke
inquiry about marcos wheels
2008-07-02 by larry meadows
Hi all, I have inquired about 15 aluminum wheels that would reflect the original MARCOS cast wheels. I am wondering if there is any interested in this
Re: Our Alaskan TV star ! **UPDATE**
2008-07-01 by Ed
Checking the web site it looks like the Alaska show is July 20 at 9:30 AM ET and July 21 at 3:00 AM. It did not go beyond that but I know I have seen the show
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Re: Our Alaskan TV star ! **UPDATE**
2008-07-01 by Ray Rawlinson
Is this info still good? Looking forward to the Marcos bering featured, coming up real soon now. Regards, Ray ... From: Don Lattimer
Re: Accessories
2008-06-30 by jehu3098
... Dave, I have a spare Steering wheel boss to fit on the splined end of the column. It is from a Triumph and the horn button has a Triumph logo, but this
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by tvrccna@cox.net
The boot badge is $34.80 and I have two remaining in stock. Marshall
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Engine Bay Connections 2ltr V4 Owners
2008-06-28 by ANDREA CATTON
Thanks Donny, If you could help me out that would be great. Mick. smiglit1@btinternet.com Donny Lang wrote: Mick, I still have an
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by larry meadows
How much for the boot badge? Larry 3v5536 ... From: tvrccna@cox.net To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com Cc: dmensh Sent:
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by larry meadows
I have some decals left from a run I had made for my car, but they are only 1- 11/16 diameter rather than 2 inch like the origional. The sign shop made them
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by tvrccna@cox.net
Dave, I have several of the M-A-R-C-O-S boot badges in stock. I can get the wheel center hub emblems and possibly the steering hub. I ll check for sure on
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by tvrccna@cox.net
Dave, I have several of the M-A-R-C-O-S boot badges in stock. I can get the wheel center hub emblems and possibly the steering hub. I ll check for sure on
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Accessories
2008-06-28 by gfigtree@aol.com
I have the blue Marcos emblem/sticker that fits inside a depression on the front of the hood. It was on my V6 1971. Let me know the precise size of the
Accessories
2008-06-28 by dmensh
Looking to purchase a MARCOS boot badge for my 67 as well as marcos steering hub and wheel center hub emblems. I have been trying to contact Garry Driver for
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Engine Bay Connections 2ltr V4 Owners
2008-06-26 by Donny Lang
Mick, I still have an original 2 liter in my 1970 steel-chassied car (#5514). I will try to get some pictuures tomorrow if I get some spare time. -Donny ...
Engine Bay Connections 2ltr V4 Owners
2008-06-25 by smiglit
1969 2LTR V4 (MBG55H) Just wondering if there are any 2Ltr V4 owners out there that could help me with some images of there engine bays. It s been 15 years
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Webasto Sunroof
2008-06-16 by larry meadows
For what it s worth, There is not any real colorant that will stand up to the weather because of the hard edges of the metal frame work and center bow
Webasto Sunroof
2008-06-14 by dmensh
Hi All, Has anyone had success dying both the exterior and interior fabric on the webasto classic sunroof? If so, what material was used to color as well as
Re: [MarcosManiacs] 1968 Mantis XP Restoration Update
2008-06-04 by Balloonblack@comcast.net
Wow! It is really a beautiful car and fabulous restoration. Great job! Bill Black 3V5680 ... From: christopherbmorris Hi All!
Marcos must Go.
2008-06-04 by bennywhiz
Hello All, I find myself in an enviable position of having too many cars and little time. I have collected three Marcos over the years and now two have to go.
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 1968 Mantis XP Restoration Update
2008-06-03 by Andy&Alison Seward
Absolutely terrific, guys! She looks superb. Quality work and attention to detail. Are you taking her to Monterey Historics in August to show? Would
1968 Mantis XP Restoration Update
2008-06-03 by christopherbmorris
Hi All! Ned is essentially done with the restoration of the 1968 Mantis XP. Some fine tuning is all that is left to do. Check out pictures of the car s
RE: I wonder were this car is.
2008-05-15 by garvenb
Hello, I ve always wondered what happened to a car that I saw at 13 years old circa 1971 - it was a White 1971 3L inline Volvo with Automatic - sold brand new
RE: [MarcosManiacs] '69 V6 - correct toe-in ?
2008-05-10 by Lotus fan
Thanks, As I said earlier; I did adjust the toe in a bit, ‘by feeling’, and got a much better driving experience. Tomorrow (Sunday) is the annual Norwegian
RE: [MarcosManiacs] '69 V6 - correct toe-in ?
2008-05-10 by larry meadows
Bjorn, I took the car to have it aligned yesterday, and had a print out of the numbers. My toe is .20 Degrees each wheel (.40 total) (.28 to .55 is the total
RE: [MarcosManiacs] 1600 GT 5 speed conversion ?
2008-05-10 by Lotus fan
I don t know about the 1600 GT, but my 3-litre V6 was covertet to 5-speed, using the type 9 gearbox. It was done for the previous owner by Max Southgate at
1600 GT 5 speed conversion ?
2008-05-09 by Bob Magnotti
Has any one on the list converted a 1600GT to a 5 speed? Is it true that the Mekur XR4Ti 5 speed is the correct unit to purchase for the conversion? I have
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-08 by larry meadows
Thanks, Just checking Larry --- On Wed, 5/7/08, McLeod, Ronald wrote: From: McLeod, Ronald Subject:
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-08 by McLeod, Ronald
Larry . . . Wasn t this one - mine spent all it s time in Canada. I have the original bill of sale from the dealer in Toronto. Regards . . . Ron McLeod Marcos
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Correct camber and castor?
2008-05-07 by larry meadows
I am not sure. Mine is fixed as was yours. If I remember right, the camber was 0d, adjustable by shock spring adjustment. You might want to contact Rory at
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-07 by larry meadows
Ron, I was just wondering. I restored a 1970 Volvo powered Marcos back in 1982-84 for a Captain in the Air Force. and lost track of him and his car. Larry ---
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-07 by McLeod, Ronald
Larry . . . I bought the car last spring from Jeremy Hinchcliffe, who lives near me in Oakville. Regards . . . Ron McLeod Marcos Mantis P8-5858 Marcos GT
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-07 by McLeod, Ronald
Bob, Mike . . . Sarasota is on the Gulf side, so I take I75 north to Detroit, then 401 & 403 across Ontario to Oakville. Maybe we ll find a way to get everyone
RE: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-07 by McLeod, Ronald
Diane . . . No, I am not that person. I am Canadian, and was never in the U.S. Army. Regards . . . Ron McLeod ________________________________ From:
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Correct camber and castor?
2008-05-07 by Brian JONES
Hi Larry, Do you also know what the factory settings are for camber and castor (or prefered settings) ? When the chassis was repaired on my 71 Volvo I had
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by Balloonblack@comcast.net
... From: Balloonblack@comcast.net I have to ask if you are the Ron McLeod that was in the army and in San Antonio in 1969-70. I knew a person by that name
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by Balloonblack@comcast.net
I have to ask if you are the Ron McLeod that was in the army and in San Antonio in 1969-70. I knew a person by that name then. I am the wife of a marcos
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by larry meadows
Good to hear from you, Bob. Am looking forward to meeting with you in Oct. From whom did you aquire your Sarasota car? Larry 3v5536 ... From: Mike Sullivan
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by Mike Sullivan
I am sure that you probably are using I95 which would also put you close to Norfolk VA (about 1.5 hours). Maybe Bob and I could meet you in Richmond VA. 85
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by Bob Magnotti
Ron, If your route between Florida and Canada takes you through south western VA Please stop by. Bob Magnotti ...
Ron McLeod & Marcos
2008-05-06 by McLeod, Ronald
Larry . . . Wow. Long time, no hear! But I m glad you got in touch. Yes, I still spend the winters in Sarasota. I m headed back up to Ontario at the moment,
Re: [MarcosManiacs] VERY QUIET!
2008-05-05 by larry meadows
Ron, It has been 4 years, but do you still visit Sarasota in the winter? I have completed the restoration of the Marcos, and would like to meet you for dinner
RE: [MarcosManiacs] '69 V6 - correct toe-in ?
2008-05-04 by Lotus fan
Thanks, I reduced the toe in today, without measuring it. But; the car was much better to drive immediately. I’ll make up some measuring planks, and do a
Re: [MarcosManiacs] '69 V6 - correct toe-in ?
2008-05-04 by larry meadows
Larry, here, 0 +or- 1/16 (1.59MM). This is the factory spec on my 70 3l Volvo powered Marcos. Regards Larry 3v5536 ... From: Lotus fan To:
Re: Oil pressure hose and adaptor
2008-05-04 by Björn-Anders Haverstad
Oilpressurre is working again. A new adaptor from local GH Fittings, and a new hose from TESS cured the problem. Now I need to adjust toe in befor next
'69 V6 - correct toe-in ?
2008-05-04 by Lotus fan
What would the correct toe-in be for a ’69 metal chassis V6 GT`? Regards Bjorn-Anders, Norway 3M/5447 (For sale) What would the correct toe-in be for a 69
Re: Oil pressure hose and adaptor
2008-04-30 by geirooye
I would advice to also get in touch with Marcos Heritage to obtain parts for these old cars. You ll find them at http://www.rory.uk.com/ They re usually quite
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Battery For 1969 2ltrV4
2008-04-29 by ANDREA CATTON
Thanks very much for the information suggested. I will check out the sites and contacts and let you know how I get on. Thanks. Mick smiglit
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Battery For 1969 2ltrV4
2008-04-28 by martin
Hiya Smiglit, if you re in the uk try these people http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260233421380&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=016 the
Re: [MarcosManiacs] Battery For 1969 2ltrV4
2008-04-28 by Paul Dransfield
Hi Mick, I did a google search on Car batteries UK and the first entry in the list was www.batmanuk.com. I went to On-Line Batteries , entered Marcos