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Re: X-rayed main and rod bolts

To: <lee.k.janssen@lmco.com>, <esp@hypermax.net.au>
Subject: Re: X-rayed main and rod bolts
From: "Fred Thomas" <vafred@erols.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Jul 2000 12:29:33 -0400charset="iso-8859-1"
Cc: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
References: <98B98E951BA0D1119A590000F8045A47068BB5D0@emss02m05.ems.lmco.com>
If there is any chance of the slightest advantage in racing, installing
different parts from different cars and making it work to your advantage, JK
Jackson is the man that knows, he is the master of making it work.  "FT"
>
> "Caterpillar sells X-rayed main and rod bolts at a fraction of the cost of
> TR6 prices"
>
> This is a direct quote from Grassroots Motorsports March / April 1999. The
> information was attributed to J. K. Jackson of English Auto Service (phone
> 850-575-9372). Unfortunately no part numbers were provided.
>
> I should note that the Temple of Triumph attributes J. K. Jackson to using
> the rear springs from a 510 station wagon on his TR6. I personally spoke
> with him and he confirmed that he was using these parts. After discussing
> this with several 510 racers they questioned the information since station
> wagons are allegedly equipped with leaf springs.
>
> If anyone has direct knowledge of either of these replacements I'd love to
> hear about it.
>
> No disrespect is intended towards any individual either living or dead.
Your
> milage may vary.
> Thanks
> Lee Janssen
> Denver CO.
>


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