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41. Problems gapping piston rings (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 20:21:17 -0400
I tried to gap my piston rings using a small file and didn't have much luck. I couldn't get the gap square at all, plus one of the #2 ring gaps is 0.020. So, I think I am going to bite the bullet an
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg01026.html (6,555 bytes)

42. re. Problems gapping piston rings (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 08:42:31 -0400
Things are looking up on my piston ring problem. I still had the Deves box my first set of rings came in which had a part number on it. So, I called Deves out in California and they were very helpfu
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg01043.html (7,042 bytes)

43. RE: por-15 (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2005 23:06:49 -0400
supposed to be design to I agree Don. There is no undercoat for POR-15. There are some specific preparation requirements though. There can be NO solvents on the metal to paint, which is the reason f
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg00060.html (8,125 bytes)

44. TR4A Engine Rebuilding Question (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2005 01:16:41 -0400
Hello All, In the process of rebuilding my TR4A motor, I have had to replace the camshaft due to a couple of bad cam lobes. I also ordered a new set of tappets from BPNW which is who I bought the cam
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg00176.html (7,435 bytes)

45. Selecting a degree wheel for checking camshaft timing (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2005 23:50:38 -0400
Does anyone have a suggestion for a degree wheel they bought to check cam timing on a TR4A motor? There seem to be several on the internet and before I just picked on out, I thought I would ask you
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg00232.html (6,985 bytes)

46. Engine Parts (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Mon, 22 Aug 2005 23:47:20 -0400
I just about have my TR4A engine ready to assemble but I forgot one part. I need a new "Cam Plug" for the block. I was hoping my machinist would have one but it must be an unusual size so I ordered
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg00803.html (6,904 bytes)

47. TR4A Cam Plug (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Mon, 29 Aug 2005 14:17:10 -0400
I am still trying to get my TR4A motor back together and the stumbling block right now is that the cam plug for the rear of the block that I received from Moss is too big. When I called them, they s
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg01042.html (6,698 bytes)

48. RE: TR4A Cam Plug (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2005 11:40:59 -0400
Thanks for checking into this for me. The only offer I got from who I talked to at Moss was to credit my account the 65 cents the plug cost which is not going to solve my problem. I will be looking
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg01107.html (6,689 bytes)

49. Cam Plug problem.. (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:18:41 -0400
Didn't get a chance to get over to my machinist tonight like I planned. The remnants of hurricane Katrina came through here today and there were accidents everywhere due to slick roads. Hopefully, I
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg01137.html (7,553 bytes)

50. TR4A Cam Plug update (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2005 20:56:41 -0400
I haven't had a chance to get over to my machinist yet but I did talk to him about the problem today. Seems the counterbore that the plug gets pressed into has an ID of 1.970. The plug is 2.00 which
/html/triumphs/2005-08/msg01182.html (6,619 bytes)

51. RE: Hydraulic line flaring kits (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Sat, 9 Jul 2005 10:37:50 -0400
If you have a AutoZone near you, I would suggest using one of their loaner flaring tools. I used one when helping my sons friend restore an old Jeep. It did a great job creating double flairs on ste
/html/triumphs/2005-07/msg00185.html (7,191 bytes)

52. FW: moving to NC (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 10:22:28 -0400
Excellent sea food too! Dave Connitt
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00009.html (6,455 bytes)

53. Distributor Rebuild (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 23:55:16 -0400
Hi List, Before I start in on my distributor question, a little update on my TR4A engine rebuild.. I talked to my machinist again about his suggestion to align bore the mains and he said he just want
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00050.html (7,622 bytes)

54. RE: Distributor Rebuild (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Thu, 2 Jun 2005 07:50:08 -0400
Thanks Carl, Tonight I will check for the numbers. The main shaft bearing seems OK as I can't detect any sideways motion. I will follow your suggestion and just order the correct springs. Dave Connit
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00060.html (6,648 bytes)

55. My TR4A distributor (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Fri, 3 Jun 2005 23:32:38 -0400
Hi List, Does anybody know of a stateside source for a TR4A distributor (#40795) with the proper vacuum advance (2-6-3). Carl Sereda confirms that I have one out of something other than a Triumph TR4
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00085.html (7,071 bytes)

56. RE: TR4 A type overdrive (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Tue, 7 Jun 2005 09:20:29 -0400
I wonder it the "slot" is closing up before it achieves full gripping force? Seems unlikely to have the same problem on two actuator arms though.. If that is the case, you could open the "slot" slig
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00151.html (7,427 bytes)

57. Restoration Question (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Sat, 11 Jun 2005 10:09:50 -0400
Hi List, I am looking for some kind of protective coating to apply to all the nuts, bolts, and washers I have been cleaning up with a wire wheel that go into my TR4A motor. I met a guy at a recent ca
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00257.html (7,881 bytes)

58. TR4A Motor Rebuild (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:39:16 -0400
I have been reading the comments regarding the logic/preference to replace all the connecting rod bolts and now I find out I should replace all the head studs and nuts too. I ran a nut all the way d
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00356.html (7,421 bytes)

59. RE: Parts Cleaner Solution (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 15 Jun 2005 11:34:15 -0400
I have recently been using a POR-15 product called Metal Clean. It is a water based cleaner that is very effective and doesn't smell. You need to use some kind of glove. It also works better if you
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00363.html (7,083 bytes)

60. RE: Parts Cleaner Solution (score: 1)
Author: "Dave Connitt" <dconnitt@fuse.net>
Date: Wed, 15 Jun 2005 13:05:16 -0400
My Bad, you are correct Dave. It is called Marine Clean! -
/html/triumphs/2005-06/msg00364.html (6,463 bytes)


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