- 21. Re: [Fot] 6 cyl cam bearings (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:27:42 -0500
- Larry, Many of the parts providers sell cam bearing sets for the TR6 blocks so that you don't have to buy two sets of Spitfire bearings. The block needs then to be line bored to the specs you stated.
- /html/fot/2013-03/msg00245.html (9,971 bytes)
- 22. Re: [Fot] Early TR6 Trans into a 64 TR4 (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 10 May 2013 19:37:37 -0500
- Glenn, This is a very common swap and will actually be a better setup as the case of the TR6 gearbox is stronger than a TR4 box. You most likely will need longer studs at the top of the engine becaus
- /html/fot/2013-05/msg00066.html (9,455 bytes)
- 23. Re: [Fot] trans fluif (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 10 May 2013 20:53:48 -0500
- I have used Redline MT90 exclusively for many years (about 50 gearbox builds without any issues with either the A or J overdrives. This oil foams less than all the others I ever tested and foam does
- /html/fot/2013-05/msg00073.html (9,642 bytes)
- 24. Re: [Fot] Intake/exhaust gasket on a TR6 (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 12 May 2013 15:36:13 -0500
- I do not use any sealer on the manifold gaskets. Steve Yott Should gasket sealer be used on one side of this gasket or should it go in with nothing on it? I am using the white gasket that is labeled
- /html/fot/2013-05/msg00085.html (8,698 bytes)
- 25. Re: [Fot] trans fluif (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Mon, 13 May 2013 18:29:29 -0500
- Staylube GL4 and many of the other 90 weight gear oils work just fine in our gearboxes. The one main reason that I always recommend Redline MT90 is that in testing of oils this particular product and
- /html/fot/2013-05/msg00122.html (12,685 bytes)
- 26. Re: [Fot] A type O.D. (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 14:33:44 -0500
- The A-Type non return valve operates as a check valve for the oil pump. If the valve is leaking or not closing etc. you will not be able to develop full operating pressure which should be in 450 to 5
- /html/fot/2013-07/msg00221.html (10,212 bytes)
- 27. Re: [Fot] J-type overdrive reluctant to disengage (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2013 21:38:18 -0500
- Scott< I would agree that it is not an electrical issue. In order of ease in troubleshooting: 1- The solenoid is fairly reliable in a J-Type but I have seen a couple of them stick in the "on" positio
- /html/fot/2013-08/msg00146.html (11,478 bytes)
- 28. Re: [Fot] TR4 diff disassembly (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 21:50:01 -0500
- Without a diff spreader... you can use a torch and heat up the perimeter of the case. It does not take much to expand the cast case by a couple of thou and the pumpkin will fall out! Steve Yott --Ori
- /html/fot/2013-09/msg00484.html (11,010 bytes)
- 29. Re: [Fot] Rollers (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 16:56:38 -0500
- My opinion is that if you have the money and buy the best quality rockers available then it's a good thing. There are some advantages in their use as they do reduce a bit of friction and also take so
- /html/fot/2013-10/msg00128.html (9,178 bytes)
- 30. Re: [Fot] Rear main felt gasket (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 14:23:53 -0500
- I use the "Right Stuff" by coating 1" long pieces of the felt and packing them into the slots until you can't get any more in. Then shave off the top with a razor blade..... Steve Yott Fot, What seal
- /html/fot/2013-10/msg00229.html (9,422 bytes)
- 31. Re: [Fot] TR-4 / TR-6 tranny layshaft bearing mod? (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2013 16:22:52 -0600
- Tony, It is very rare to have a front bearing fail since there is very little load on the front of the laygear. I build laygears with the dual rear bearing setup and also repair worn out laygears by
- /html/fot/2013-11/msg00159.html (12,286 bytes)
- 32. Re: [Fot] A-Type O/D Conversion Shift Tower Issue (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2013 16:23:31 -0600
- Glen, Correct, the new switches are metric and use a 16mm x2 thread. The older switches use a 5/8-11 imperial thread. On the oil pump are you working with an "A" or "J" type? Steve Yott Hi All I'm co
- /html/fot/2013-11/msg00169.html (9,633 bytes)
- 33. Re: [Fot] TR-4 / TR-6 tranny layshaft bearing mod? (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2013 22:04:29 -0600
- I have excellent results machining the laygears using a diamond bit at high speeds on the lathe. I can also bore out destroyed laygears and press in a sleeve which I then machine to accept a pair of
- /html/fot/2013-11/msg00175.html (17,296 bytes)
- 34. Re: [Fot] A-Type O/D Issue (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2013 12:32:32 -0600
- Glenn, This is a devil of a job even on a lucky day. I have a lot of these under my belt and still run into difficulties even with a custom made dummy shaft and other assorted tools. The trick is und
- /html/fot/2013-11/msg00221.html (12,905 bytes)
- 35. Re: [Fot] OD units available (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2013 17:16:07 -0600
- Is that ever a deep question! I am sure there are many opinions and all would be correct. The A-Type was I believe one of the first designs and uses an accumulator to store oil at the operating press
- /html/fot/2013-11/msg00226.html (11,399 bytes)
- 36. Re: [Fot] Brake line (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 1 Jan 2014 15:59:24 -0600
- Volvo and Mercedes have also used this alloy! The stuff is great to work with and lasts a long time. You can get all the line and fittings from Fedhill http://www.fedhillusa.com/ Steve Yott --Origina
- /html/fot/2014-01/msg00003.html (9,192 bytes)
- 37. Re: [Fot] Extended bottoming tap for TR4 engine (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Wed, 8 Jan 2014 17:38:55 -0600
- Just my opinion after many tractor motor rebuilds in all my years. I have one of the long taps for this purpose and thought like many that I must clean out those threads with a tap. Keep in mind that
- /html/fot/2014-01/msg00060.html (15,522 bytes)
- 38. Re: [Fot] Distributor Retard (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Sun, 12 Jan 2014 16:22:42 -0600
- Wonderful retard! This was an emission "feature" that would retard the timing only at idle with the throttle plates closed in order to meet the US emissions. Unless you need to meet any state emissio
- /html/fot/2014-01/msg00070.html (10,021 bytes)
- 39. Re: [Fot] Oil pressure and tolerance on valve clearance (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2014 08:22:00 -0500
- Tim, I would recommend 70 lbs. at 3000 rpm and at that point you don't want much more as this would waste horse power. As long as your main and rod bearings are within bearing spec you should be able
- /html/fot/2014-06/msg00024.html (12,471 bytes)
- 40. Re: [Fot] Early TR6 crank (score: 1)
- Author: "Steve Yott" <tr4@wi.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 18:47:04 -0500
- Greg, In reality .020" under is not a lot with all things considered. There are numerous race quality engines running out there which are even less. I would not hesitate to use a .020" under crank fo
- /html/fot/2014-07/msg00058.html (9,599 bytes)
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