[TR] (no subject)

[Nolan]

The A-type has a pressure accumulator as I recall.  That all by itself would 
give it an advantage over the later J-type.  You can more safely play games 
with allowing the unit to engage in 2nd or even 1st gear.  Both units are 
more than robust enough for the modest power of even a highly modified TR3. 
The A-type is period correct for the car.

The ability to flick a switch in multiple gears seems neat and does have 
some potential performance gains.  But, I'm one of those who's never found 
flipping that switch very convenient, and quite frequently forget to 
disengage the OD when I come to stops.  Accordingly, I'd prefer a mechanical 
5-speed, like the Toyota transmission conversion for driving.  I've had both 
setups, and for driving, much prefer the 5-speed transmission to an electric 
overdrive.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Lisa Richardson" <lisa at josephvincelli.com>
To: <triumphs at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 9:11 AM
Subject: [TR] (no subject)


> Hello All,
>
> I am trying to decide, based off many different points of view, weather to
> look for an A Overdrive or J Overdrive for my 57 TR3. OK group, would you 
> go
> with the performance of the better part of the J or the A for originality?
> Prices seem to be the same although it may be easier to find a J for sure.
>
> I don't intend on any racing etc,,,and don't intend on selling, but is it
> of less value later with the J and not originial to the car A?
>
> Thoughts please and also let me know if you have either of these for sale.
>
> Much thanks,
>
> Lisa