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by Martin Johnson
Sat Jan 14, 2023 3:25 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Bottom windscreen brackets
Replies: 4
Views: 898

Re: Bottom windscreen brackets

Hi- Been a while since I've posted anything. New trim parts are a fitment issue with every restoration I've done or been involved with. Maybe you've already tried this. When I last rebuilt my TC windshield frame, I had all screws loose around the perimeter of the frame and tightened them gradually g...
by Martin Johnson
Sat Oct 29, 2022 6:58 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC Hubs Switched?
Replies: 5
Views: 1127

Re: TC Hubs Switched?

Maybe easier to remember this way: Near and Off Side The horse's left is his near side, the right his off side. We lead horses, do up their tack, and mount from the near side. Believe it or not, this all goes back to the days of wearing swords on horseback. Since a sword is usually hung from the lef...
by Martin Johnson
Tue Aug 17, 2021 7:09 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Pittman arm alignment
Replies: 2
Views: 454

Re: Pittman arm alignment

Hello Mark: If you have not sorted this already, I refer you to the Instruction Manual, aka "The Brown Book" page 38, second para from the bottom of the page. If you have a mark on the drop arm, that surface should be downward facing, and line up as you noted. The final para states why this is impor...
by Martin Johnson
Sun May 23, 2021 7:42 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC headlight stone guards
Replies: 10
Views: 1615

Re: TC headlight stone guards

I apologize for further addendum- I used a bit of stainless safety wire to secure the guard to the bottom clip so I wouldn't loose the guard while driving.
by Martin Johnson
Sun May 23, 2021 7:39 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC headlight stone guards
Replies: 10
Views: 1615

Re: TC headlight stone guards

Adendum- I did not need to drill any holes. The guard was supplied with clips that I bent to fit between the shell and the rim securing the guard so I can remove and have it stock without alteration.
by Martin Johnson
Sun May 23, 2021 7:35 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC headlight stone guards
Replies: 10
Views: 1615

Re: TC headlight stone guards

Hi- I wanted a chrome wire mesh stone guard after suffering the casualty of my foglamp lens and the co$t of an original replacement. I found one that looks convincingly vintage at Lowbrowcustoms.com an off road motorbike parts supplier. I'm pleased with the price, quality and fast service. I realize...
by Martin Johnson
Mon Mar 15, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Changing radiator hose
Replies: 5
Views: 823

Re: Changing radiator hose

Hello: I'm definitely in the "remove the elbow" camp. The gasket under the elbow might not survive removal, so either buy or cut your own new one out of gasket stock. Clean all the threads for the bolts (and studs & nuts if applicable). With the elbow off, my order of reassembly is: top hose clamp l...
by Martin Johnson
Tue Mar 09, 2021 11:12 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Mystery Spring
Replies: 6
Views: 847

Re: Mystery Spring

Hello:
Maybe a "Y"-type saloon? Or another MOWOG vehicle?
by Martin Johnson
Sat Feb 13, 2021 8:28 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 1948 MGTC
Replies: 10
Views: 1354

Re: 1948 MGTC

Hello: Over the years I've restored one TD and three TC's with Moss interior kits. If there was a five-star rating, I would give them 4 1/2. This is in light of the lower cost for the decent quality. If you go with Moss, then count on making adjustments for good side-panel fit, especially on the poi...
by Martin Johnson
Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:14 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Peter Edney/XPAG Developments
Replies: 10
Views: 1835

Re: Peter Edney/XPAG Developments

I debated with myself about chiming in. In my dealings with Peter I have always received what I ordered, and the quality was as advertised. I think I've done about $7,000 USD with him over 2018 to 2020. Communication with him regarding order status was poor starting in 2020. COVID probably has somet...
by Martin Johnson
Sat Nov 07, 2020 1:12 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: MG TC radiator stay bars
Replies: 5
Views: 922

Re: MG TC radiator stay bars

Hello:
On my car, 25 1/2" left side and 26 1/4" on the right. Right side has a dogleg to accommodate front carb.
by Martin Johnson
Sat Oct 31, 2020 9:09 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: I think it's TA
Replies: 13
Views: 1774

I think it's TA

Hello: Beverly Hills Car Club has a "T" series car listed as a 1947 TC, but it's on trunnions, has a pre-war firewall, and it is adorned with pre-war miscellaneous bits and pieces like the steering wheel and electrical bits. The spare wheel looks like a side laced item, the rest are TC wheels, I thi...
by Martin Johnson
Mon Aug 31, 2020 2:32 pm
Forum: Member's Cars
Topic: Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC
Replies: 3
Views: 5030

Re: Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC

Here's a better pic of the mascot...
by Martin Johnson
Mon Aug 31, 2020 1:02 pm
Forum: Member's Cars
Topic: Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC
Replies: 3
Views: 5030

Re: Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC

It is Peter Rabbit, in fact. He is brass and was mounted to a wooden wedge and used as a doorstop, then tossed in the tip by my former employers. I rescued him, had him chromed and now is graces my rad cap. Thanks for asking.
by Martin Johnson
Sun Aug 30, 2020 1:37 pm
Forum: Member's Cars
Topic: Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC
Replies: 3
Views: 5030

Martin Johnson's 1948 MGTC

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by Martin Johnson
Thu Aug 08, 2019 12:14 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 30 mph light
Replies: 25
Views: 6336

Re: 30 mph light

Only for reference: TC6219 No "Made in England" tag on bulkhead Speedometer in MPH with 30 light connection post and thumb screw 30 light on dash, not working, no internals when I obtained the car, although I think I could fabricate one. I'm interested to see what the bulb holder looks like- I'm gue...