Diagnosis The “flapper” valve is a two and a half inch wide sheet metal plate on a bimetal arm inside a banjo shaped duct. When the engine is cold, the plate covers the fresh-air intake and the engine

Be sure to check the hoses to the fuel filter. On 78s this is on the firewall above where the steering column comes through. The top hose makes a tight "U" turn which is subject to failure. It did on

Thanks Steve, Do you have a company name?

All, I've checked around with a couple local wheel powder coating places and they generally only do one color. I have the original silver and black wheels on my 1978 MGB Roadster. Does anyone know of

Hi All, I currently have 12 year old Michelin Harmonys on my '78 Roadster with plenty of tread left. But, the age is starting to concern me (particularly for highway driving). Should I be? If so, what

I'm registered. I'll work with Ken to collect our roster. Roger

It was a great drive. Especially the parts south of Route 1.

Excellent Kenn and Bernie. The DVTers won't take us for granted anymore.

Pete Baumbach and I are in.

Hi Jeep, The Acme is at 39 Leopard Rd, Paoli, PA 19301 Leopard Road is Rt. 252. The Acme is on the West side of 252 just South of Rt. 30. Roger

Jim Witte may have one. He has a '75 he's parting out.

Ed, Sorry to hear about your loss. Best thoughts to you and your family. Regarding the Rallye, Pete and I are going to use our super hero powers to bring the trophy home. Roger

Would someone send me information on the April 27 Lucas Rally? Pete Baumbach and I are determined to improve our third place finish last fall. Thanks, Roger

Won't make it. In Florida. 85 and sunny. Roger

#cal-reminder

Hi All, The wheels original to my '78 Roadster are scratched up on the front and rusty on the back. Does anyone know a good company near West Chester that does this? Thanks, Roger searlerb@...

Thanks Ed.

Thanks Karen. I'd like to hear what Jim has to say. Roger

Hi All, I have a hankering for an up-powered MGB. Has anyone had, in particular, an MGC? If so, I'd like to know you thoughts. Thanks, Roger 1971 MGB GT 1978 MGB Roadster (original owner)

Hi Steve, None of us need another MG but that never stops us. It looks like the auction closed, and it did not meet its reserve. I'm actually sort of looking for a C or a V8. Thanks for the tip. Maybe

Sure Steve. Would you send you personal email to searlerb@... to confirm it, and I will send it there. Roger