Ok. So a month ago I was in the market for an early MGB. Today I
went and bought a '62 TR4. There's no need to rationalize LBC
purchases, right?
This is my first Triupmh purchase, and my first foray into LBCs
since I was old enough to know better! I have several queries
for the collective wisdom concerning this, an early '4 commision
#CT3854.
- The tr4 has wire wheels (great!), but they're 48 spoke, not 60
(not so great). I've read that these are marginal on the '4 and
should perhaps be replaced with 60's for the increased strength.
Any experiences/comments?
- The tr4 has the early type intake manifold, which I understand
was replaced in later years by and improved version. Is the new
manifold a drop-in replacement for the old, or does it involve
significant work? Will I reap noticable effects?
- The tonneau doesn't fit! I assume at one time it did, but the
dry climate and years have made the last to snap-ons impossible.
Any way to stretch this thing so that it will remain streched
and not _significantly_ weaken it?
Thanks,
Charlie Farwell
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