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161. Re: [TR] Recommendation for an impact wrench (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:26:46 -0500
After inspection or tire shop visit on my everyday driver I need an impact wrench if I need to remove a wheel. They all use impact wrenches to put the wheels on. I have the DW290 DeWalt, works just f
/html/triumphs/2012-01/msg00099.html (9,075 bytes)

162. Re: [TR] Recommendation for an impact wrench (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:23:27 -0500
I think I have seen a charger that has a percent-full type of meter such as yours. My guess is that is an expanded scale voltmeter where 0% might be 10V, 50% might be 11.5V and 100% is 14V. If that's
/html/triumphs/2012-01/msg00125.html (8,397 bytes)

163. Re: [TR] Shade tree Timing (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:49:29 -0500
There is one more small difference in the frames, but it will not affect your engine swap. The TR6 frame has two brackets welded to the top of the rear spring tower, and these accept bolts to the bo
/html/triumphs/2012-01/msg00225.html (8,337 bytes)

164. Re: [TR] unusual Triumph, Beaufort SC (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:28:37 -0500
That's right, the TR2 used rubber bushings without sleeves; the change to nylon bushings & sleeves was just after the introduction of the TR3 (TS9122 according to the SPC). However, they were a fact
/html/triumphs/2012-01/msg00341.html (8,248 bytes)

165. [TR] TR6 Jacking Points (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:20:22 -0500
I had the same problem and went to TR6 wheels and wider tyres. I don't have an answer for you, but one idea might be to try to get hold of the air-cooled VW crowd. I think they have the same size of
/html/triumphs/2012-02/msg00126.html (7,431 bytes)

166. Re: [TR] Fwd: Re: Fwd: Re: TR6 Jacking Points (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:51:01 -0500
Should be fine IMO, as long you have the car supported by the frame (so no load on the front suspension). -- Randall ** triumphs@autox.team.net ** Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: ht
/html/triumphs/2012-02/msg00175.html (7,683 bytes)

167. [TR] TR6 Transmission disassembly (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:06:47 -0500
In reverse order, the lower elevation would make it run a little leaner but 3,000ft would not be noticeable to the average car & driver. Depressing the accelerator increases only the airflow through
/html/triumphs/2012-02/msg00350.html (8,009 bytes)

168. Re: [TR] Spitfire Turn Signals (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:50:25 -0400
I am hoping someone can help me with a puzzle I am having about the turn signals not working. I struggle to diagnose electrical problems. All right, let's go! Have you studied this? http://www.triump
/html/triumphs/2012-04/msg00448.html (12,815 bytes)

169. Re: [TR] Horn with a mind of its own (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 06 May 2012 14:06:28 -0400
When I had this problem (on an old Volkswagen Bus), it was because the wire going down inside the steering column had lost some insulation, and was grounding inside the shaft. Perhaps adding the new
/html/triumphs/2012-05/msg00462.html (12,584 bytes)

170. Re: [TR] Towing a TR3A without a trailer/dolly (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Mon, 14 May 2012 21:07:03 -0400
Not to detract form anything else you've said (all of which I agree with), but there are companies that make a quick disconnect for the drive shaft. Looks something like the sliding member in your ge
/html/triumphs/2012-05/msg00572.html (12,677 bytes)

171. Re: [TR] "As it left the Factory" Wish us luck ???? (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Thu, 31 May 2012 08:07:20 -0400
John, you have my endless admiration for carrying out this scheme. I hope that pictures will soon be provided! Jeff Scarbrough Corrosion Acres, Ga. ** triumphs@autox.team.net ** Donate: http://www.te
/html/triumphs/2012-05/msg00763.html (11,714 bytes)

172. Re: [TR] brake fluid (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sat, 02 Jun 2012 14:08:44 -0400
But it will pool water, contain air, and give a slightly softer pedal. That's why there are choices. I prefer the hard pedal and maximum stopping power, at the expense of periodic brake system mainte
/html/triumphs/2012-06/msg00046.html (12,723 bytes)

173. Re: [TR] brake fluid (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sat, 02 Jun 2012 14:08:44 -0400
But it will pool water, contain air, and give a slightly softer pedal. That's why there are choices. I prefer the hard pedal and maximum stopping power, at the expense of periodic brake system mainte
/html/triumphs/2012-06/msg00124.html (13,156 bytes)

174. Re: [TR] Brakes (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:23:07 -0400
If the brakes heat up from being too tight, won't the cylinders get hot and cause brake fade> ** triumphs@autox.team.net ** Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archiv
/html/triumphs/2012-08/msg00217.html (10,721 bytes)

175. Re: [TR] Temp Gauge Question (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Fri, 31 Aug 2012 16:29:08 -0400
My TR4A has a Jaeger temp gauge with a range of "C" through "H". Does anyone know the actual temperatures represented by "C" and "H"? "Chilly" and "Hades"? Sorry, it's Friday. That's the best I can d
/html/triumphs/2012-08/msg00313.html (10,766 bytes)

176. Re: [TR] One last question (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 16 Sep 2012 15:45:33 -0400
On 9/16/2012 1:08 PM, Mike Welch wrote: I use an infrared thermometer, if the temp gauge says 200 and the IR thermometer says 180, I tend to believe the IR. Last time I did this, was fighting red-lin
/html/triumphs/2012-09/msg00135.html (12,413 bytes)

177. [TR] Transmission Fastener Esoterica (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Mon, 17 Sep 2012 20:55:20 -0400
List, I'm finally able to put my transmission back in the car (1975 TR-6) after several months of resealing and too hot to drive it anyway. There are two 1/2" bolts that fasten the transmission end h
/html/triumphs/2012-09/msg00160.html (10,922 bytes)

178. [TR] TR6 Gearbox Cover (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:18:56 -0400
Another question regarding TR6 fastener esoterica... TR6 gearbox cover - I'm replacing my cardboard mess with a plastic one. There is a short metal "bridge" that attaches to the cover to make the sea
/html/triumphs/2012-09/msg00243.html (10,907 bytes)

179. Re: [TR] TR6 Gearbox Cover (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:54:34 -0400
The rivet matches up with the hole in the bridge/bracket. I don't think there's a snap there, but I could be wrong. Doesn't look like one, though... ** triumphs@autox.team.net ** Donate: http://www.t
/html/triumphs/2012-09/msg00245.html (12,612 bytes)

180. [TR] Clutch shaft questions (score: 1)
Author: Jeff <fishplate@charter.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:05:23 -0400
Some time back, I read (in several places) about using a TR3 clutch shaft in a TR6 to gain the advantage of greasable bushings. Sounded like a good idea... Here's the page from Buckeye Triumphs about
/html/triumphs/2012-09/msg00268.html (10,721 bytes)


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