- 61. FW: Finding a flat level surface to measure camber (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 00:20:01 -0500
- At one time my garage was all marked for my car's alignment. I used a water level (clear plastic tubing filled with what else - water) to measure height at all four tire locations. Loose commercial
- /html/6pack/2003-11/msg00178.html (8,948 bytes)
- 62. FW: Electronic Tach (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2003 19:41:38 -0500
- Hello James, It just so happens that I have recently converted to electronic fuel injection and distributorless ignition. Not all EFI products incorporate ignition systems so I take it you will also
- /html/6pack/2003-11/msg00274.html (7,847 bytes)
- 63. FW: From: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net> (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2003 01:01:22 -0500
- I can smell the rope burning from way up here in Maine! Well, at least on the fuel injection issue. My car is running electronic fuel injection and the difference is incredible! Most impressive is t
- /html/6pack/2003-11/msg00277.html (8,143 bytes)
- 64. FW: From: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net> (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Fri, 10 Oct 2003 00:28:37 -0400
- Hi Jim, Just tonight I took apart a spare engine from a 71 and found that they had used the wrong intake gasket. As Tim said earlier the intake port spacing for the later engines is wider. The later
- /html/6pack/2003-10/msg00172.html (8,312 bytes)
- 65. cam number 307621 (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2003 01:45:29 -0400
- Thanks to all that replied to my question about the identity of cam number 307621 removed from a 71 TR6. Everyone agrees that it is a cam used in the TR250 and the early TR6's. Bob goes on to say th
- /html/6pack/2003-10/msg00223.html (7,197 bytes)
- 66. Re: emerald green aerosol paint (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2003 20:25:12 -0400
- Most of the larger NAPA stores can make custom aerosol paints and touch up bottles. The spray cans are 16 oz and can be loaded with various types of paint however the usual is acrylic enamel. Some st
- /html/6pack/2003-08/msg00286.html (7,845 bytes)
- 67. RE: paint details (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 27 Aug 2003 23:15:44 -0400
- Hi Jimmy, I've found what I consider near perfect trim paint. Try your local NAPA and ask for Martin Senour 7244 black trim paint. It is a large spray can with a quality nozzle that dries to a nice m
- /html/6pack/2003-08/msg00555.html (8,843 bytes)
- 68. RE: Tools (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2003 00:43:32 -0400
- Perhaps it's a bit late but many things on the TR6 can be diagnosed with a small rubber hose used as a stethoscope and a digital volt ohm meter. Rick Patton patton@suscom-maine.net
- /html/6pack/2003-07/msg00113.html (7,595 bytes)
- 69. RE: From: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net> (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 11 Jun 2003 01:26:48 -0400
- The number for a quart of StaLube GL-4 is SL2449, about $3.29 at NAPA. The pump is number SL4344 and it's about $4.99. On the GL-4 bottle it mentions that it is safe for brass etc. Rick Patton Brunsw
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00255.html (7,134 bytes)
- 70. RE: From: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net> (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 18 Jun 2003 20:45:16 -0400
- My TR6 is back on the road today after three years doing a frame off. I have removed the original plastic fan and installed a 14' puller electric fan. The crankshaft extension was removed and replac
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00401.html (7,942 bytes)
- 71. Need recommendations for a radiator fan sensor (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Fri, 27 Jun 2003 00:24:20 -0400
- I have removed the original TR6 fan and replaced it with an electric fan controlled by a fan switch and relay. Although it doesn't meet your specs, so far it is working wonderfully. That said, I've
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00569.html (10,165 bytes)
- 72. RE: Headlights (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 5 Apr 2006 01:16:52 -0400
- The new H6024TV sealed beam may be a very good choice - especially since it draws less current than the other bulbs and is supposed to be do a better job of lighting the way. Here are the specs on s
- /html/6pack/2006-04/msg00050.html (7,682 bytes)
- 73. RE: Exhaust Manifold question (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Mon, 24 Apr 2006 23:20:10 -0400
- I have to agree with Joe on this. Yes, the headers look cool but to me they are not worth it. They are noisy, hot, and almost always leak. Working in an auto parts store, I can't tell you how often
- /html/6pack/2006-04/msg00243.html (8,742 bytes)
- 74. Dashboard (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2006 02:10:54 -0400
- Hello All, Just about to redo the wood dash and want to add a boost gauge and some other little goodies. Anyway I hope someone can share a good photo of the metal dashboard backing with the wooden fa
- /html/6pack/2006-04/msg00246.html (7,063 bytes)
- 75. RE: Dashboard (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2006 23:36:33 -0400
- Thanks to all who replied! I've got some great pictures that show exactly what was needed. And the pictures covered the entire spectrum from the altogether too familiar work in progress to beautifull
- /html/6pack/2006-04/msg00274.html (7,415 bytes)
- 76. RE: Flywheel question (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Wed, 17 May 2006 01:28:13 -0400
- I'm with Vance on this and hoping that just .010" was cut from the face. I personally grind about a dozen flywheels a week and most passenger cars are cut from .005 to .040". Big trucks can be cut a
- /html/6pack/2006-05/msg00185.html (8,813 bytes)
- 77. RE: I love my Triumph but... (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 21:39:21 -0400
- A TVR! The Triumph six cylinder powered model 2500M or another TVR from that same era. By the way, TVR shut down it's plant last month when sales dropped to just two cars per week. They claim they ar
- /html/6pack/2006-05/msg00208.html (7,732 bytes)
- 78. Overdrive trouble (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Thu, 25 May 2006 01:40:45 -0400
- Hello All, The overdrive rebuilt and installed in my car last year is acting up. And I must admit that I have really beat on it and the failure is most likely due to my something I did. It is a J-typ
- /html/6pack/2006-05/msg00270.html (7,790 bytes)
- 79. RE: Overdrive trouble (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Fri, 26 May 2006 21:17:12 -0400
- Hello again, Today I cleaned the second filter inside the overdrive and fitted a pressure gauge. I think the gauge has the answer. As soon as I shift into second gear the overdrive engages no matter
- /html/6pack/2006-05/msg00278.html (7,459 bytes)
- 80. FW: Overdrive trouble ended (score: 1)
- Author: "Rick" <patton@suscom-maine.net>
- Date: Sat, 27 May 2006 16:03:10 -0400
- Hello All, If any of you have been following along with my overdrive issues, I'm very pleased to report that it is now repaired! The pressure gauge indicated something was amiss as pressures as high
- /html/6pack/2006-05/msg00284.html (7,131 bytes)
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