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1. Re: Rechroming a TR3A Gas Cap (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2004 18:21:19 EST
To have this done will I need to separate the cap from the base or can a replater work with a hinged item? Looks like a roll pin there in the hinge area. This is the early style cap that threads on t
/html/triumphs/2004-12/msg01349.html (7,321 bytes)

2. RE: TR3 rear spring i89IRKdM013060 (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Thu, 09 Sep 2004 14:26:11 -0400
Regarding removal of the spring eye bolt on the rear leaf spring: BTDT last First, I did everything except raise the body and use a BFH to drive out the evil bolt. I used PB-Blaster, heat (propane an
/html/triumphs/2004-09/msg00674.html (8,521 bytes)

3. New Moss Carb Float Bowl Bolt (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2004 20:55:14 EDT
After trying everything to stop gas from leaking from the union between the float bowl arm and the bottom of the H6 carb on my '60 TR3A, I'm about to install the alternative bolt, cup washer and new
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg00811.html (6,985 bytes)

4. Re: Sticking Starter Pinion? (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2004 09:27:51 EDT
After suffering the disintegration of my starter coming back from TRA (the end cap unscrewed and bits shot around and through the bellhousing), I rebuilt the unit with parts from a beat-up starter pu
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg00818.html (7,358 bytes)

5. Re: Money Matters (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2004 14:11:02 EDT
Are you buying the bike sight unseen? I wouldn't provide anyone with bank information. That's a standard tactic for the sweepstakes scammers. You're not financing the bike; you're paying the full am
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg00836.html (8,772 bytes)

6. Confirming Float Bowl Level Relative to Carb Body (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2004 17:00:17 EDT
Quandry of the day is determining if the float level setting makes a difference. Here's the puzzler: I replaced one of my leaking hollow float bowl bolts (mounts the float chamber to the carb body) w
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg00849.html (8,216 bytes)

7. Setting SU Carbs (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Fri, 6 Aug 2004 12:46:33 EDT
I'm confused. I've read conflicting procedures on adjusting SU carbs for fuel mixture. When lifting the piston of carb #1 and listening for the resulting change in engine speed, do you then according
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg00951.html (6,803 bytes)

8. Distributor Points Plate Action (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2004 16:22:35 EDT
I rebuilt, cleaned and lubricated the dizzy on my TR3A this weekend, and it's a revelation to experience a working advance unit. The gunk and dried grease in there was amazing. I'm now wondering abou
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01017.html (7,493 bytes)

9. Starter Shim(s) Needed? (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2004 16:28:13 EDT
My 1960 TR3A uses the later starter (non-bullet nose). Should it require use of one or more starter shims (Moss #549-430) to ensure it fully engages the flywheel ring gear? It doesn't feel as though
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01018.html (6,616 bytes)

10. Dwell Angle Vs Points Gap (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2004 21:05:58 EDT
Anyone use dwell angle to set the points? I haven't found a listing for the dwell angle for TR3As. Is there one? TIA, Bill Stagg 1960 TR3A Check out the new British Cars Forum: http://www.team.net/th
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01028.html (6,761 bytes)

11. Compression Test Results (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2004 22:57:06 EDT
Finally got around to checking compression on the TR3A. Here's how it fared: Love to know how this compares with other TRs. High? Low? Average? Any concerns with the 10 psi difference? I have 87mm pi
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01042.html (7,727 bytes)

12. Re: Compression Test Results (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2004 16:11:28 EDT
Don't worry about a comparison. cheapo compression gauges are great for testing relative compression among cylinders but may not be all that accurate themselves. Different gauges can give different r
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01059.html (9,101 bytes)

13. Re: Compression Test Results (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2004 17:32:50 EDT
Bill, the whole point of TeriAnn's post was that there is no "psi number to shoot for". What you should look for when doing a compression test is the same number in all cylinders. The actual number i
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01061.html (9,090 bytes)

14. Re: compression (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2004 22:22:13 EDT
1000 miles after a valve job I take the cold compression numbers with my gauge and pencil the numbers in my manual. As long as I repeat my tests the same, I know how each cylinder is wearing by compa
/html/triumphs/2004-08/msg01066.html (7,243 bytes)

15. Re: Chrome plating (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Fri, 23 Jul 2004 08:58:07 EDT
Guys have any of you had your TR3 windshield frame re-chromed? If so where? and what should I expect to pay.. I'm also curious about the bumper overrides. Ronnie, Burgess Plating in Indianapolis rech
/html/triumphs/2004-07/msg01360.html (7,482 bytes)

16. Rear Engine Seal Installation Options? (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Sat, 24 Jul 2004 10:11:08 EDT
Following the loss of the starter drive nut and drive spring (which punched out two half-dollar sized holes in the top of the bellhousing), I've pulled my gearbox and clutch to assess the damage and
/html/triumphs/2004-07/msg01380.html (7,667 bytes)

17. Grease on Gearbox Input Shaft? (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Sun, 25 Jul 2004 15:54:11 EDT
I'm about to reinstall the gearbox on my TR3A. Should I put some grease on the splines of the gearbox input shaft before mating it to the engine through the clutch housing? Or is this best left clean
/html/triumphs/2004-07/msg01400.html (6,795 bytes)

18. Sticking Starter Pinion? (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Sat, 31 Jul 2004 16:15:54 EDT
Greetings from the garage, After suffering the disintegration of my starter coming back from TRA (the end cap unscrewed and bits shot around and through the bellhousing), I rebuilt the unit with part
/html/triumphs/2004-07/msg01644.html (7,959 bytes)

19. Re: The Heart of the Matter - Update (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Thu, 3 Jun 2004 14:45:50 EDT
laptop and nothing like Thanks for asking, Phil. Things are going so well that my 5-week sabbatical has come to a close and I've rejoined the ranks of the working poor this week. All in all, I feel
/html/triumphs/2004-06/msg00984.html (7,763 bytes)

20. Gear Shifting Anomalies (score: 1)
Author: MotoPsyche@aol.com
Date: Sat, 12 Jun 2004 10:52:56 EDT
After having my 1960 TR3A back on the road for about 5 wonderful weeks, I'm noticing some recurring quirks from my clutch and/or tranny. Here are the scenarios: 1. Ocassionally, usually upon first st
/html/triumphs/2004-06/msg01184.html (8,249 bytes)


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