Int trim and dist parts I cannot find-ideas?

[64rocksprite]

I've been looking all over for this stuff...if you guys have any ideas or leads to check I'd appreciate it.

1. Cockpit trim pieces - MkII 1098 side curtain - This is the padded, semi-round trim (vs. flat earlier aluminum) I need the two small "L" shaped pieces that fit between the door and the large "U" shaped rear section. I thought I found some from a guy in NY, but the pieces are too short by about 1/2in. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/rolleyes.gif (perhaps from a MkIII?)

2. Vacuum advance adjustment nut (moss #163-735) and rachet adjuster (Moss #163-740)
I guess I could buy another dist..but I just need the nut/rachet!
Appreciate any/all ideas. I checked MiniMania, VB, Moss, e-bay (daily!)
Thanks!!

 

[racingenglishcars]

Pictures would help with the side curtain part. As for the distributor adjuster nut and ratchet, I think those are the part on the dizzy that is most prone to corrosion. I have about 20 dizzys in my garage and about one or two good adjuster pieces.

 

[Brian_James]

I might have the short pieces of trim in a box of parts. Do you know what size they should be? I suspect that the ones I have are from a MKII sprite. If they are the right size you can have them.

Brian

 

[64rocksprite]

Brian,
That would be great if you have them. I'll measure the ones I have tonight and get back with you. I see you're right here in town!! There's more than one Spridget in Houston!

Thanks!
Devin

 

[jlaird]

What a great excuse for a meet.

 

[64rocksprite]

Brian,
Measuring the outside radius of the body is ~5-1/4". The trim I have now is ~4-3/4" which leaves a gap.
This wasn't a precision measurement, but it's close.
Thanks..appreciate you looking through your spares.

 

[Brian_James]

I found one of them last night and I am %90 sure that I have the other. I have attached some pictures. I can take the same measurement you did to double check the size tonight.

Are these what you need?

Brian

 

[64rocksprite]

Brian,
Unfortunately, these are the earlier ones. I'm looking for the ones that are padded, semi-round and covered in vinyl. They have a 'track' on the back that the attaching bolts slide into..
The pic is of the piece I bought recently..and re-covered before realizing it was too short.
I do greatly appreciate your efforts and offer though!

Thanks,
Devin

 

[Brian_James]

Sorry Devin. I think theses must be off a '62.

Good luck,
Brian