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1. [TR] Tire and Wheel Recommendation for 1961 TR3A (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Fri, 7 Jan 2011 11:50:01 -0700
I bought the Nankang 165/R 15, they were very reasonably priced and the tread pattern looks much like the OEM Michelins. I put 2,000 miles on them so far with no problems. Can't help you much with wh
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00360.html (10,214 bytes)

2. [TR] Proper gasket installation (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 23:37:58 -0700
Ditto, I have always used the Permatex product on non-metallic gaskets. B Bill Beecher '58 TR-3A TS30766L "Tarbaby" www.triumphowners.com/1566 "A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00412.html (11,799 bytes)

3. [TR] New Forum - Email vs. Forum (score: 286)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:42:00 -0700
I agree with Paul on both counts: 1. Prefer the email format, even with its limitations it gets to me at my desk or iPhone 2. It is a new year and probably time to appreciate Mark monetarily for all
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00485.html (9,416 bytes)

4. [TR] Hub races are parallel? (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:40:04 -0700
Cosmo, I went through much the same trying to figure out if my wobble problem was the wire wheels, the hubs, the rotors or the spindle/race assembly. You can get a clamping dial indicator at Harbor F
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00498.html (10,306 bytes)

5. [TR] commision plate (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:07:01 -0700
Andrew, I'll jump in and forward a link provided by Geo Hahn last year. He used a set from Harbor Freight and made a simple spacing gauge to align the numbers. Bill I, too, used the stamps available
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00545.html (8,632 bytes)

6. [TR] neat link (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:47:28 -0700
Wow, I didn't realize it this was such a wild car, "A hairy-chested, flame-spiffing wildcat". A real fun article to lift the spirits of every TR2-3 owner. Thanks for sharing, Bill A magazine review f
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00570.html (8,736 bytes)

7. [TR] [British-cars] Lucas Starter Squeal (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2011 14:55:56 -0700
Chris, Thanks, someone else mentioned the weak brush holder too. I am getting the same symptom that you describe, guess I will have to pull it and take it back to the guy that just re-built it last w
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00583.html (11,153 bytes)

8. [TR] [British-cars] Lucas Starter Squeal (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2011 16:04:28 -0700
Chris, Congratulations, you are the 'Genius du Jour'. I reached down and put my hand on the stalled starter to see if it was hot or I could feel anything rattling inside and it took off spinning as i
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00585.html (11,499 bytes)

9. [TR] [British-cars] Lucas Starter Squeal (score: 313)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2011 16:06:39 -0700
Apologies to Bob, it was your suggestion that solved the problem. Too many emails today... Thanks to all, Bill Chris, Congratulations, you are the 'Genius du Jour'. I reached down and put my hand on
/html/triumphs/2011-01/msg00586.html (11,710 bytes)

10. [TR] [SPAM] Re: F.T. (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:29:19 -0700
I have an address for Fred and will get a card off to him today from all of us. Bill TS-30766L "Tarbaby" ?our thoughts and prayers go out to him. best of luck, Fred! _________________________________
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00374.html (8,770 bytes)

11. [TR] Luggage Rack - Chrome or Stainless Steel (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 19 Feb 2011 13:06:37 -0700
Carl, IMHO: If your not going for concours originality and the price is the same I would go with the stainless. Longer lasting and no interior rust as time goes by, the only trade-off in my mind woul
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00413.html (10,483 bytes)

12. [TR] [SPAM] Backward jerk goes forward (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:32:30 -0700
Mike, Sounds like you have found your problem, and even if this is not the initial problem you found another serious problem that will need to be addressed before you hit the open road. Yes, sounds l
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00463.html (9,367 bytes)

13. [TR] rear oil seal TR3 (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:12:43 -0700
Frank, I think you are asking if it can be done without pulling the engine. I asked this question last year and the overwhelming sentiment was to pull the motor & trans. While it CAN be done in-situ,
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00478.html (9,666 bytes)

14. [TR] What do you use to clean greasy parts? (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:04:05 -0700
I use lacquer thinner, about $45.00 for a 5 gal can. Like all solvents you need to be very careful to have a good ventilated area when using it. I used to use varsol, but I could not find any the las
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00488.html (11,523 bytes)

15. [TR] rear oil seal TR3 (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:29:35 -0700
Don, It leaked badly, and then we learned that the machine shop neglected to put the pressure relief holes in the rear cap. Everything else was re-checked and is in perfect spec. Now is only leaks mo
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00493.html (10,025 bytes)

16. [TR] Best Supplier for Hood, Stick Cover and Tonneau (score: 286)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:31:12 -0700
The car is looking pretty good but he Tonneau is stained, the Hood is split and the Stick Cover is down right embarrassing. I noticed that TRF seems to have some decent prices on all three right now,
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00548.html (7,867 bytes)

17. [TR] Vendor "Sales" (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2011 19:50:40 -0700
Price probably will not go down in April, but just from opinions expressed on this list in the past, I would also look to buying the Dayton wires as opposed to the Dunlops that "M" would sell you. Bi
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00556.html (9,501 bytes)

18. [TR] Valve Seals (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Sun, 27 Feb 2011 08:07:36 -0700
Welcome to the list Brian, I am sure you will have a lot of BTDT Spit experience to share in the future. I'll defer your question to some engine guy though. All the best, Bill Bill Beecher '58 TR-3A
/html/triumphs/2011-02/msg00559.html (9,754 bytes)

19. [TR] Fred Thomas Update (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:51:11 -0700
I remember Fred early on in the beginnings of my TR3 restoration, he gave me lots of good advice, resources and even found a genuine Tropical Fan in his stash that he sold me at a very reasonable pri
/html/triumphs/2011-03/msg00383.html (11,031 bytes)

20. [TR] Fred Thomas Update (score: 295)
Author: wbeech at flash.net (wbeech at flash.net)
Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:59:14 -0700
Seems there was someone on the list that was going to PC his entire body... car body that is. Bill We need to name a car after him. Somewhere there is a Triumph with a lot of powder-coated parts cryi
/html/triumphs/2011-03/msg00396.html (9,583 bytes)


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