- 1. Re: [TR] Dealer vs Factory Options (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Thu, 01 May 2008 06:20:38 -0400
- I work a fair bit with the auto import companies and the port authority here. I also used to work at a foreign car dealership some years ago. I've got a fair bit of experience with dealer vs factory
- /html/triumphs/2008-05/msg00000.html (8,547 bytes)
- 2. Re: [TR] new key or switch (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Wed, 07 May 2008 11:36:46 -0400
- http://www.britishcarkeys.com/ _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html This list supported in part by the Vintage Triumph Register http://www
- /html/triumphs/2008-05/msg00176.html (7,747 bytes)
- 3. Re: [TR] Transmission whine (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Tue, 27 May 2008 21:10:30 -0400
- Fwiw, I've run that transmission in a number of Toyota trucks, as have friends. They're prone to whining. One in particular whined when we got it with about 100k miles on it, and was still whining 35
- /html/triumphs/2008-05/msg00500.html (9,789 bytes)
- 4. Re: [TR] caliper piston pop-out? (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 05:47:03 -0400
- The answer partially depends on the vehicle. If the piston is popped all the way out, air will certainly be introduced. The re-installation of the piston can twist the seal. Otherwise, as long as th
- /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00359.html (7,409 bytes)
- 5. Re: [TR] TR3 + trailers (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:24:18 -0400
- I've seen old VW Beetles hauling trailers. Sure, a TR3 can haul one. Beware of excessive trailer weight. Most are pointlessly heavy in a number of areas. You might want to look at motorcycle trailer
- /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00362.html (7,737 bytes)
- 6. Re: [TR] TR3 trailer towing/design (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 05:48:40 -0400
- A trailer sways because its nose is pointing one way, and then the other. This can be from weak trailer tire sidewalls (low tire pressure), sloppy trailer suspension (common), wiggly hitch mount, and
- /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00381.html (8,332 bytes)
- 7. Re: [TR] Car trailers (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:35:59 -0400
- You might find beamboy helpful for understanding the strengths and bending of beams, and for comparing them. It has several constraint capabilities, which make it nice for trailer frame modeling. htt
- /html/triumphs/2008-07/msg00109.html (9,156 bytes)
- 8. Re: [TR] TR7 - TR8? (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:47:20 -0400
- The VIN. Isn't this the same car being discussed on the britishcarforum board? _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html This list supported in
- /html/triumphs/2008-07/msg00242.html (8,111 bytes)
- 9. Re: [TR] (no subject) (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:04:10 -0400
- The A-type has a pressure accumulator as I recall. That all by itself would give it an advantage over the later J-type. You can more safely play games with allowing the unit to engage in 2nd or even
- /html/triumphs/2008-07/msg00324.html (8,967 bytes)
- 10. Re: [TR] u-joint installation (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:24:03 -0400
- Interesting. When I've watched John Kipping do it he uses a small hammer. He's not one for the BFH, and is pretty vocal to that end. _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net h
- /html/triumphs/2008-07/msg00382.html (8,306 bytes)
- 11. Re: [TR] Hydrogen fuel. (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:49:22 -0400
- Oh, to call BS or not. :-) _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html This list supported in part by the Vintage Triumph Register http://www.vtr.
- /html/triumphs/2008-08/msg00003.html (7,538 bytes)
- 12. Re: [TR] Falken Tires (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:13:34 -0400
- I'm running a set right now on one of my cars. They replaced the earlier Ziex series. A good tire. A very good tire when you consider the cost. _______________________________________________ Suppor
- /html/triumphs/2008-08/msg00068.html (7,197 bytes)
- 13. Re: [TR] Pertronix Failure (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:13:36 -0400
- You are asking two distinctly different questions. Any mechanic with even rudamentary experience has seen how much more reliable electronic ignitions are than mechanical ignitions. A mechanical igni
- /html/triumphs/2008-08/msg00374.html (9,887 bytes)
- 14. Re: [TR] how they balance allow wheels (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:13:43 -0400
- Ask. Many places do in fact use clip-on weights on aluminum wheels. If you don't want them used, you need to be specific and explicit with them. Some will refuse and turn you away. __________________
- /html/triumphs/2008-09/msg00077.html (7,786 bytes)
- 15. Re: [TR] GPS Navigator (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:20:16 -0400
- I went with the delorme Earthmate PN-20. I gave it a lot of thought. I don't need, or even particularly want a unit to route out a map for me. I still like to do that myself. Though I did want it to
- /html/triumphs/2008-09/msg00110.html (9,339 bytes)
- 16. Re: [TR] GPS Navigator (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:52:09 -0400
- STMicroelectronics I believe. _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html This list supported in part by the Vintage Triumph Register http://www.v
- /html/triumphs/2008-09/msg00115.html (7,953 bytes)
- 17. Re: [TR] dielectric grease (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Tue, 07 Oct 2008 09:55:07 -0400
- My TR4 is a late commission number, and came with the wood dash, which should be correct. The PO removed the panel lamp rheostat and turned a wooden plug to full the hole, and then covered the whole
- /html/triumphs/2008-10/msg00077.html (9,394 bytes)
- 18. Re: [TR] drill bits and taps (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Sun, 26 Oct 2008 21:40:31 -0400
- Overheating coil? _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html This list supported in part by the Vintage Triumph Register http://www.vtr.org Trium
- /html/triumphs/2008-10/msg00418.html (7,611 bytes)
- 19. Re: [TR] cars for kids (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:21:57 -0500
- Over the years I have often enjoyed reading you getting away from topic just as much as many others staying on-topic. -- Phil Ethier West Side Saint Paul Minnesota USA 62 Triumph TR4 CT2846L, 07 Satu
- /html/triumphs/2008-11/msg00311.html (9,042 bytes)
- 20. Re: [TR] small donut wheel (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <opposumking@verizon.net>
- Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:30:49 -0500
- I ran into an odd problem seemingly rust related (on a totally un-rusted car). I jacked up the first corner, undid all five wheel bolts on the first rim and was then still completely unable to remove
- /html/triumphs/2008-11/msg00384.html (8,442 bytes)
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