Everything comes off the front, it's pretty straightforward. Bumper, grill,
disconnect the headlights & signals and all the bolts on either side. Be
sure to lift it straight out and forward to avoid and damage to the apron or
the rest of the body.
OR, if you are ready for the next logical step in your progression of the
radiator cap replacement check this guy's solution:
http://www.performancedesign.net/oldsite/pdf/BM0404Sample.s.pdf
Bill B
'58 TR-3A TS/30766 L
'59 TR-3A TS/64974 LO
"If I wasn't working all those years, I would not be able to afford a
Triumph!
-----Original Message-----
From: triumphs-bounces+wbeech=flash.net@autox.team.net
[mailto:triumphs-bounces+wbeech=flash.net@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Roger
Wilson
Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 10:27 AM
To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: [TR] TR3 front apron
Well, it all started with the radiator cap. I noticed it seemed a little
loose, so I ordered a new one. I decided it was time to switch to a skirted
thermostat, so I got one of those too. Seems too easy - right?
Now with the new cap, the system is getting pressurized really well and I
have a new leaking seam in the radiator below the extended filler neck. The
radiator is ancient and I was not completely surprised by this. Even though
I never have any overheating problems, probably because of the mild weather
in northern California, I decided to go with the Wizard aluminum radiator.
The hoses look a little ratty, so I have ordered new hoses and clamps. So,
replacing a $6 cap has once again turned into a major project.
I have never pulled the front apron on a TR3 (actual a '60 TR3A).
Removal and installation seems pretty straightforward in the service manual,
although it would have helped if they had included a few pictures or
diagrams.
Does anyone have any helpful tips on removing the front apron, so I don't
screw this one up?
Roger Wilson
'60 TR3
'69 Morris Minor Traveller
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