[British-cars] [TR] Transmission re-build/service

[csx2282]

Personally I would also replace all of the bearings and bushings, if there 
are any, also.  That's what I did for my last tranny rebuild.  Yes, it will 
cost you a bit more, but compared to the time and effort involved in the 
pulling, disassembly, reassembly and reinstallation, it's worth it in my 
opinion.

One possibility for the lower stressed synchros being worn more than higher 
stressed ones is that perhaps the lower gears ones were replaced at some 
point.

Roland

----- Original Message ----- 

> Andrew,
> Good thoughts, is there a source for NOS syncros?  The flywheel was
> re-surfaced just 3,000 miles ago, but as a matter of course I will be
> checking it when she comes apart, there have been no indicators of any
> problems such as slow release or juttering on engagement.
>
> O/D?  Had not really thought about it but it might be nice if I am going 
> to
> drive to VTR this year.  Of course, if this wild bidding war for the car
> continues I may just sell it and start another project!
>
> Bill
>
> Bill Beecher
> '58 TR-3A TS30766L  "Tarbaby"
> www.triumphowners.com/1566
> "A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it is called...of
> course, some times it is difficult to make it go"
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Andrew Uprichard [mailto:auprichard at uprichard.net]
> Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 5:55 AM
> To: wbeech at flash.net; triumphs at autox.team.net; british-cars at autox.team.net
> Subject: RE: [TR] Transmission re-build/service
>
> Bill:
>
> My clutch went out in June and I took the opportunity to replace all the
> synchros.  I managed to get NOS - apparently some of the after markets 
> ones
> aren't as good (he asks?).  Surprisingly, 4th gear was the worst - 
> crunched
> going from 3rd for a year or two.
>
> But given your clutch was the primary problem, you may want to check there
> is no run-out on the flywheel which contributed to the clutch failure.
>
> How about taking the opportunity to add an overdrive?
>
> Andrew Uprichard
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of wbeech at flash.net
> Sent: Sunday, November 13, 2011 6:55 PM
> To: triumphs at autox.team.net; british-cars at autox.team.net
> Subject: [TR] Transmission re-build/service
>
> I am putting an new clutch in this winter and while I don't have many
> complaints about my original/stock TR3 transmission I was just wondering 
> if
> this would not be a good time to check for worn parts and replace as 
> needed.
>
> I am experiencing no odd noises and about the only 'problem' I seem to 
> have
> is downshifting from 4th to 3rd while at speed, such as when I want to 
> pass
> another car.  Is this a bad syncro?  Would it be wise to go ahead and
> replace all the syncros just to be safe while it is apart?
>
> Thanks in advance for your valued advice.
>
> Bill
>
> Bill Beecher
> '58 TR-3A TS30766L  "Tarbaby"
> www.triumphowners.com/1566
> "A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it is called...of
> course, some times it is difficult to make it go"