In a message dated 6/12/00 11:20:08 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
RBHouston@aol.com writes:
<< > Yes, the TR engine was originally used in a tractor, and it did become
the
> 1500cc engine used in the Spitfire and the 1500 Midget under BPSL's
(British Phlegm Sucking Leyland) careful guidance.
>
> Allen Hefner
Ah don' think so Allen...The TR engine, as in TR2, TR3, TR$ er TR4...was
apparently originally a Ferguson design, with cylinder liners...the 1500
engine was another Triumph design (left over from Standard?) that I believe
began life as a much smaller engine and was increased in size well beyond
it's years.
Just like the British to use an antique design forever. Can you spell
"trunnion"?
The TR (Fergie) engine runs over 2 litres, and will run forever, reguardless
of condition.
TR guys still source Lucas parts from Tractor suppliers. >>
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Thanks for your info, Robert. I am only repeating the stuff I have heard and
read in the past two years. It may very well be a popular myth that the 1500
was originally designed for a tractor.
Allen Hefner
SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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