I suppose many of you, like me, had the urge to get the Tr out in this nice weather. I have a problem with my Tr250 I can't seem to figure out. When first...
Chuck: Check your dwell. Vance ... From: PTOA@yahoogroups.com [mailto:PTOA@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Estill, Charles Sent: Sunday, March 02, 2008 2:42 PM ...
Vance Navarrette
v.navarrette@...
Mar 3, 2008 12:08 am
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Check your choke positions. I recently had similar symptons on my TR4A, plugs 3 & 4 sooting up and the car running like a 3 legged cow. I discovered that one...
Charles-I would suspect the problem lies with the rear carb, since plugs 5&6 are fouled. Maybe the choke is remaining partially closed or the float needle has...
btp44@...
Mar 3, 2008 12:55 am
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Vance- I have a Pertronix electronic ignition in my distributor. Charles T. Estill, VMD, PhD, Diplomate ACT 158 Magruder Hall College of Veterinary Medicine ...
Chuck, I've had this happen a lot, and have found the coil to be the culprit nearly every time. It's one of those things we car nuts often overlook but yet it...
Charles: Have you tried it with conventional points? Sounds like ignition to me, so there aren't many things it could be. Thanks, Vance ... From:...
Vance Navarrette
v.navarrette@...
Mar 4, 2008 4:10 am
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Chuck, If all the simple tests fail to rectify your problem I've had the experience where a crack developed as metal expanded from heat causing misfiring....
Hi, My thought is work on any air/fuel ratio problems like shaft leaks, cracked vacuum hoses, or the stuck carb mentioned. Try and resist just tinkering with...
Just watching the new episode of Top Gear on BBC America. This episode's challenge is a repeat of one they did a few years ago. Each of the lads had to build...
Paul S. was unable to attend the monthly meeting so here are the upcoming highlights he wanted presented: May 10 Papas Car Toys. Hosted by Ian Boundy...
Kinda worked? I think James thought the challenge was a submersable not an amphibious car! But Hey, Jeremy made it all the way to France in his outboard...
Hi Everyone; My wife has a TR7 that when you turn the steering wheel the wheels do not move. (Hard to drive this way). The "shaft" from steering wheel appears...
leebrown07@...
Mar 5, 2008 3:10 pm
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Lee, You could narrow it down to determine if the problem is in the suspension, steering rack, or steering column, then we could provide better guidance. With...
Greg Thanks for the quick rersponse. When you turn the steering wheel nothing happens at all to the shaft. There is a "joint" just after the firewall the...
leebrown07@...
Mar 5, 2008 5:09 pm
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Could the ignition switch lock be stuck? ... nothing happens at all to the shaft. ... on either side. There is some play in the steering wheel if you pust it...
Lee, what is your neighborhood, maybe someone may live local enough to drop by and take a quick look to help you diagnose the problem? Paul ... provide ... ...
I know this may sound simple, but if the shaft on the coupling doesnt move on either side, then the problems are above that. Does the wheel turn any different...
Paul, We live in the Ridgefield WA area, not far from the Clark Co Fairgrounds Lee ... From: "Paul" <paulsmitch@...> Lee, what is your neighborhood,...
leebrown07@...
Mar 7, 2008 2:51 am
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We will meet at the Fred Meyer on the east side of I 205 at Mill Plain Blvd. in Vancouver at 10:00 a.m. Taking th East bound Mill Plain exit, make a right at...
Hi Everyone! I am new to the group! I had several TR3s for over a 20-yr period when living in SO CAL and up near PORTLAND, OR. Sadly, had to sell my last one...
Lee, Drop me an email at paulsmitch@... include your phone number and I will get back to you. Paul ... Fairgrounds ... move ... pust ... rack? ... or...
Go on Ebay to look for parts or a cars. I've been looking at, and buying parts off ebay for my 1960 TR3a over the last 2yrs. There are TR3s on every day, and...
JMfGUE@...
Mar 9, 2008 3:33 am
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Debra as I mentioned in my email Triumph World would be a great resource, The Jan/Feb edition had 5 TR3s in the UK and the prices seemed very reasonable. The...
Lee, If Paul comes over make sure and hide your beer:-) Bruce ... From: PTOA@yahoogroups.com [mailto:PTOA@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of leebrown07@... ...
Bruce He came over, fixed problem. We kept beer hidden. Many THANKS to Paul. Wife very happy. This makes my life much nicer. Lee ... From: "Bruce Harding"...
leebrown07@...
Mar 9, 2008 9:31 pm
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Be warned it's all about distraction, while everyone will be watching me Bruce will drink the house dry. Nice try Mr. Harding! The Hammer. ... nicer. ... ...
Tell me when, I will have plenty for all !! Lee P.S. Charging battery now ... From: "Paul" <paulsmitch@...> Be warned it's all about distraction, while...
leebrown07@...
Mar 10, 2008 2:12 am
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Usually when Paul comes over he IS the problem:-) Bruce ... From: PTOA@yahoogroups.com [mailto:PTOA@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of leebrown07@... Sent:...
Looking forward to playing with you folks, seems like I am the problem most of the time. At this point Paul is the HERO. Cheers Lee ... From: "Bruce Harding"...
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