Description & Picture
(may not be an exact representation)
Cross Reference
A/C - Dryer
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: Visteon #540027, NAPA # 208475, Four Seasons 33258
Other Vehicles:
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments:
“I have archived the following information on what I used on my car: Dryer - Visteon #540027 - $32.99, NAPA # 208475. Woody also has Dryers – Dave Massey
“http://catalog.autobarn.net/item.wws?sku=540027&itempk=786509&mfr=VISTEON&weight=4
Visteon Dryer 540027 - $20.06.
The "How to Improve" book lists a Four Seasons 33258 dryer as the correct replacement dryer. Amazon.com has them for $13.75” – Dave Elseberry
A/C - Expansion Valve
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #: AAP187
Other Part #’s: Ready Aire# 4680, NAPA number 207356
Other Vehicles: 74-76 Volvo 240 series, late 70's BMW.
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments:
“I have archived the following information on what I used on my car: Expansion valve: NAPA # 207356” – Dave Massey
A/C - water control valve
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #: AAP128
Other Part #’s: Volvo 1348252-6, Ready Aire # 5864, Everco # H6345
Other Vehicles: 1973-1991 Volvo 140-164-240-260
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments: Ranco type H Heater Control Valves for 1973-1991 Volvo 140-164-240-260. Original part number 1348252-6 superseded by part no. 9131998. The original part makes the wedges necessary right turn, but the replacement part does not. Voluparts in Atlanta might have the original still.
Heater Matrix – non-A/C
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: Robsport DZB3226 (pictured), Kuhler Schneider DZB3226
Other Vehicles: 1976-82 Austin Princess
References: e-bay, Robsport
Comments:
“New heater matrix for all model Triumph TR7 and TR8 (non air conditioned models). Remade with a pair of pipes coming out of matrix so there is no need for the seals (which are obsolete anyway!), just trim the heater pipe and attach a length of rubber hose to each. New item. Part number DZB3226.” – RobSport
Low Coolant Level Sensor – Grommet
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: C43221, Victoria British #2-424
Other Vehicles: XJ6 79-87 XJS 76-96
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments: This grommet seals the low coolant level sensor mounted in the header tank found on later model Wedges.
For
the XJ6 79-82 and XJS 5.3L this fits on the Radiator
For the
XJ6 82-87 and XJS 3.6L/4.0L this fits on the Expansion Tank
“The part number is C43221. I got it from Motorcars Ltd., apparently it is used in quite a few Jaguar models: http://www.motorcarsltd.com/C43221.html” - Darrell Walker
Low Coolant Level Sensor - Probe
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: C43222
Other Vehicles: XJ6 79-87 XJS 76-96
References:
Comments: This part inserts into the grommet (see C43221 above) and together they form the low coolant level sensor mounted in the header tank found on later model Wedges.
For
the XJ6 79-82 and XJS 5.3L this can be found on the Radiator
For
the XJ6 82-87 and XJS 3.6L/4.0L this can be found on the Expansion
Tank
Low Coolant Level Sensor – Signal Transmitter Unit
Application: TR7/8
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: RKC4149 (supersedes to RKC5259K)
Other Vehicles:
References: TWOA Technical Reference Bulletin library
Comments: Technical Service Bulletin T80/024 describes how to test the unit and recommends upgrade to RKC5259 under warrantee if necessary.
The Rover SD1 part number DRC8562 (pictured) has a similar looking housing, but with a different connector. It might provide a suitable replacement once the connector is changed for the wedge one.
Radiator Fan Motors
Application: TR8 A/C
Triumph Part #: RKC3107
Other Part #’s:
Other Vehicles: Fiat 124, (possible Strada’s)
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments: More recently, Porsche Boxster fans (pictured) have been adapted with minor changes to the wiring. The Porsche fans also use a more efficient fan blade design and the motors draw less electrical current.
Radiator Fan switch - Low temp
Application: TR8 EFI A/C
Triumph Part #: TKC5532
Other Part #’s: Jaguar DAC3061, Volkswagon 823959481, Wells SW533, Standard TS-151.
Other Vehicles: 1985- 1995 Saab 9000, 1977-87 Jaguar XJ6, 1980 VW Rabbit 1.5L.
References: WWWedge e-mail list
Comments: The TR8 with A/C uses one switch on the radiator (M22 x 1.5 threads) to activate the low speed circuit and another on the engine intake manifold to operate the high speed fan circuit.
The radiator switches from the 1985 to 1995 Saab 9000's are direct screw-ins for the radiator switch and have temp ranges (cut-in/cut-off) as follows:
1985-1988
92/88°C single range switch.
1994-1998 90/86°C
& 106/102°C. Dual range, three prong unit.
1995 100/96°C & 111/107°C. Dual range, three prong
unit.
1977-87 Jaguar XJ6 part number DAC3061 95/90°C single range. (Pictured)
1980 VW Rabbit 1.5L 95/90°C (Wells SW533, Standard TS-151)
Radiator Fan Switch
Application: TR7 1975-81
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: Jaguar C37990, EAC1322
MG URP1126, Beck-Arnley 201-1108
Other Vehicles: 1974-1979 Jaguar XJ12, XJ12L, 1977-1980 MG MGB
References: e-bay
Comments: This switch is retained in the side of the radiator by clips and a seal. It is not threaded.
Radiator Fan Switch – Seal
Application: TR7
Triumph Part #:
Other Part #’s: Kingsborne URP1027
Other Vehicles: MGB
References: e-bay
Comments: This seals the radiator fan switch listed above.
Radiator Hose – Top
Application: TR8
Triumph Part #: GRH 628
Other Part #’s:
Other Vehicles:
References: thebritishcar.com forum
Comments:
“My plan had been to buy 2 hoses, with the appropriate bends on each end, and splice them together. The parts guy apparently had a different idea as he found Gates # 21998. The length is excellent and the bends at each end are right. The problem is the ends are not in the right planes. You might be able to twist it and get it to work but I chose to cut and splice it about 1/3 of the way from the radiator end. Quite a bit of open space to work with there. You will need a coupler with a 1.5" OD, 2-3 inches long. Cost--$20 plus the coupler. (There is a generic brand hose for $11.) SO much better than GRH 628 “ – thebritishcar.com forum
“I talked to Darrell Parsons Sales Manager Automotive Aftermarket at MacKay Rubber Co in Australia and they are going to change the GRH 628 (Tr8 LHD AC) hose (MacKay #CH4277) and add 3 inches to the radiator side and 2 inches to the thermostat housing side of the hose....you cut to fit....they are sending me one in the next week or so from Australia ..I believe this will be a production change made to the make drawings for all future parts manufactured and not a new part number-let you know...” – thebritishcar.com forum, March 20th, 2013