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Re: TR3A tensioner result

To: lmtr4a@ctlnet.com, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: TR3A tensioner result
From: Popnglo@aol.com
Date: Mon, 29 Mar 2004 20:12:00 EST
In a message dated 03/28/2004 10:15:50 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
lmtr4a@ctlnet.com writes:

> Can you walk us through the entire process --> Basically, the Haynes and 
> Bently manuals have the procedures, except as I noted the >>cross tube needed 
> to be removed and the wheel needs to be turned, I also used the suggestion 
> replied to here to use the starter/wrench wedged to frame trick, as the 
>method 
> to turn the extension bolt off.<<. Taking off the bumper, disconnecting 
> lights, removing apron, radiator, fan, fan hub, timing cover.
> includeing how much time was needed to do each step?--> Can't really say, 
> I've been doing bit by bit over the winter, but since assembly is the reverse 
> of removal, maybe I'll keep better track, figure a weekend. There is a lot of 
> cleaning though, before I re-assemble. Waiting on parts, and I just sent the 
> rocker arm off for re-furb, anyway.
> Beside the broken tensioner what other items did you replace? --> The timing 
> cover oil seal, gasket, tensioner split pin and washer and the cover fiber 
> washer.
> 
Best Regards,
ed (58 TR3A)





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