Robert Bennett is in my local Triumph club-he's got a really nice collection of
Triumphs (including a Spitfire and a GT6 among other models). He's super nice
and super knowledgable. I would trust buying parts from him.
NFI and all that, just vouching for a fellow TRSC member.
Laura G.
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>From: Tony Gordon <tgordon@saginaw-city.k12.mi.us>
>Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2000 12:11:37 -0400
>To: 6pack@autox.team.net, spitfires@autox.team.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
>Subject: Warning: Ebay Item #384369922 TRIUMPH PETROL INJECTION SYSTEM
> TR-5,6 2.5
>
>
>Folks,
>
>Having done the conversion from carb to PI with my TR6, I was interested to
>see the above item on eBay. When I looked at the picture, I realized that
>the "complete system" is in fact missing 2 vital components: 1) the
>PI-type distributor/metering unit pedestal (the metering unit bolts to
>this), and 2) the longer double geared distributor/metering unit drive shaft.
>
>These 2 items are required on all PI systems and are integral part of the
>PI system - without these 2 items, you will not be able to use, let alone
>convert to PI. Rimmers in the UK has them listed (back order do I
>hear????) for $200 + shipping/customs charges.
>
>I have exchanged emails with the seller, Robert Bennett, and he confirms
>that these parts are missing - although he also still claims that it is a
>complete system????
>
>Tony Gordon
>TR6 PI (but not quite running yet ....)
>
>>clip from Roberts last email:
>>There is Not to my knowledge a distributor or pedestal, and are you sure
>>those pieces were required on the 2.5s. I don't know. I believe it is VERY
>>clear that what is for sale is what is in the picture . I make NO attempt
>>to inventory the parts,
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