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    Roller lifters for Alpine 1725?

    Has anyone attempted to fit roller-type lifters to an otherwise stock Alpine 1725 engine? Thanks, Wayne
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    Weber 32/36 on 1725 tuning problems

    I am having some issues dialing in my 1725 fitted with a 32/36 DGV on a Series IV downdraft maifold. The engine does not idle well - it hunts - and it diesels when turned off. I've rejetted the carb to .6 primary idle .55 secondary idle, which helped but did not solve the issues. The...
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    Looking for CAD drawings of Alpine or Tiger

    Hi: I am trying to locate CAD drawings of an Alpine or Tiger. The link to drawings on the ClassicTiger.com site contributed by Jim Barrett is no longer working. I would be grateful if someone could direct me to CAD drawings of the Alpine or Tiger. Thanks heaps, Wayne
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    Hardtop on a Series IV

    Hi: I completed the restoration of my Series IV Alpine GT. Something is not right when I tried to fit a steel hardtop. There is nearly a 1/2 inch gap between the top of the door windows and the hardtop horizontal weather strip. The gap is consistent from the top of the front quarter window...
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    Trying to connect with Scott Woerth - PA

    Hi: I am trying to reconnect with Scott Woerth of Christina, PA. Seem to be no answer at the phone number I have - XXX-XXX-2201. Was hoping someone here might have and share with me his current contact details. Thanks, Wayne
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    Engine RPM vs Road Speed S-IV Automatic

    Guys: I would be grateful if someone would provide expected engine speed (rpm) vs road speed (mph) for a Series IV Alpine with a BW Automatic transmission? My 'beam is running close to 4000rpm at 50mph, which seems to be a very high engine speed. Is there a simple way to determine the...
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    Replacement Wire Wheels - 14inch

    I want to replace my stock 13x4.5 inch wires with 14x5.5inch wires. I am sure some of you have done this and would be grateful for recommendations. Specifically, will 14 inch wire wheels from a MG fit the Sunbeam (I know splines are the same so the question really relates to any interference...
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    Series IV Automatic shift boot

    Hi: I need to replace the shift boot on my Series IV automatic. Presently I have a rag stuffed in the hole..... not a great solution. I do not know what the boot even looks like nor how/were it fits. It appears that the base of the boot is rectangular. Anyone have a source for a...
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    Brake booster hose

    Hi: I am looking for replacement brake booster hose. I would like to use a hose with OEM look (fabric-like outer skin with yellow stripe). Has anyone found a source for this hose? If not does ahyone have suggestions how to fabricate one? Note: standard water/fuel hose will NOT work as it...
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    Alpine IV GT Interior

    Hi: I am looking for ideas on where to source new rear vertical panels for my Series IV GT in RED. I am seeking all three panels (rear and two sides). These panels have heat formed pleats. I am also looking to replace the rear seat pad in RED with black piping - again it has heat formed...
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