- 221. [TR] TR 250 (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2007 19:11:06 -0400
- I havent read any comments on the following Ebay listing: 170123200818 Is this for real? 85K?? I just completed a full body off frame, every nut and bolt 63 TR4 restoration and "guessed" the value a
- /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00372.html (7,120 bytes)
- 222. Re: [TR] Gearbox oil (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:16:51 -0400
- Ed, The GL4 (80/90w) is recommended although some listeners use Redline synthetic gear oil which is of the same weight I believe. GL5 contains stuff that will cause problems with the brass components
- /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00395.html (6,997 bytes)
- 223. Re: [TR] Repairing an SU Carb Body (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2007 20:32:39 -0400
- Allan, I have a number of carb bodies with the broken lever area. I have always wondered about that product you see in the info-mercials every so often called "Allumalloy" or something like that. The
- /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00416.html (8,296 bytes)
- 224. Re: [TR] Recalls & Smart Laws (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2007 17:33:29 -0400
- Fred, Glad I put Cooper tires on the 4. Well with a law like that in NY, after about a month, there would be no need for a sales tax or income taxes! Most of the cars and bikes here in NY the signals
- /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00542.html (8,015 bytes)
- 225. Re: [TR] Jacks for TR2/3/3A/4 (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 1 Jul 2007 08:42:16 -0400
- Nick, I see the jacks on Ebay every so often. I got one about a year ago for the 4. The seller bead blasted it, which was a mistake. Plenty of material in the screw. Well I finally got it apart, clea
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00001.html (7,378 bytes)
- 226. Re: [TR] TR4A Upper Ball Joint Remaoval (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 1 Jul 2007 08:46:46 -0400
- Mike, I used that exact tool to remove both upper ball joints and the tie rod ends on the TR4 project. For me it just worked as would be expected. I tightened it, let it sit, tightened it etc and ove
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00002.html (8,024 bytes)
- 227. Re: [TR] Gear reduction starter question (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 1 Jul 2007 14:53:37 -0400
- Tim, I think you are in the unlucky category. I have a 58 TR3 with a 57 transmission and an original 57 bullet starter. Back in 79 during its 1st restoration, I replaced the brushes and cleaned the c
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00005.html (9,529 bytes)
- 228. Re: [TR] ansa exhaust (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2007 18:48:02 -0400
- I would return the system and tell them it doesnt fit. You could try to expand the down pipe, but I am guessing you would have to remove it and take it to a mufler shop. I am guessing you paid a bunc
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00037.html (7,032 bytes)
- 229. [TR] boilermaker (Not Triumph Related) (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2007 17:20:42 -0400
- This is off subject of Triumphs in general. Just a quick inquiry if any list members are going to run in the 30th Boilermaker 15k road race this Sunday in Utica NY. If you are running or plan to be a
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00094.html (6,829 bytes)
- 230. Re: [TR] Renovating TR4 vinyl rear interior (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Fri, 6 Jul 2007 19:09:57 -0400
- Brian, I just fitted a new set from Moss. My TR4 project came with ZERO interior! Best I can is say there is a layer of poly foam about 1/2" covered by thin off white muslim all stiched from the viny
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00099.html (8,358 bytes)
- 231. Re: [TR] battery liners w/ holes? (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sat, 14 Jul 2007 07:43:31 -0400
- Paul, The liner for my 3 does not have the hole. Got it from TRF. But I use a sealed battery so the drain hole is just for show. I even have installed the tube through the transmission cover. Why I a
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00214.html (7,146 bytes)
- 232. Re: [TR] TR4 Slipping Clutch: Problem Solved, back on the road. (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:13:36 -0400
- Will, Great news on the clutch fix. But I have a real question about the glove box door. I am guessing your glove box is the early metal painted version. I too have the same glove box and it closes a
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00280.html (10,493 bytes)
- 233. Re: [TR] odd tr4 restoring prob (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:18:42 -0400
- Carl, I just completed my 63 restoration and the grill lined up perfectly with all 4 valance brackets. Both the parking lights and directionals are secured by all brackets. That grill and lights are
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00701.html (8,710 bytes)
- 234. Re: [TR] TR3 Tire Sizes (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:21:10 -0400
- Bill, The Cooper 165/15 are no longer made. I was able to locate a set 2 years ago during the start of my 4 restoration. They are a nice tire if you can get a set. Bob _______________________________
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00702.html (7,615 bytes)
- 235. Re: [TR] TR3 or 4 Diff bump stop (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2007 20:22:29 -0400
- Jack, I remember this part during my recent TR4 restoration. To my knowledge it is a 4 not a 3 part. I cleaned, painted the one I removed from the 4 and since the rubber seemed to be ok, re-installed
- /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00744.html (7,585 bytes)
- 236. Re: [TR] (no subject) (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Thu, 2 Aug 2007 12:46:37 -0400
- Fred, I used a media called Black Beauty. It is available in many grades. I used the fine grade and it costs about 6 bucks per 25 pound bag. Available at your local construction contractor supply sto
- /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00022.html (7,327 bytes)
- 237. Re: [TR] Seeking one Cooper Sportmaster tire (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Thu, 2 Aug 2007 17:24:59 -0400
- Nick, If you are located near central NY you may be able to get a new one! There is a company located in Central NY that may have a few. The company is Moore and their website is: http://www.mooresti
- /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00028.html (7,718 bytes)
- 238. Re: [TR] can you tell a rotor? (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sat, 4 Aug 2007 20:22:31 -0400
- Greetings, Maybe someone can set me straight!! Over the years I have acquired a number of OEM rotors as they seem to appear out of nowhere when one gets a parts car or project. They all look the same
- /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00070.html (9,456 bytes)
- 239. Re: [TR] cage nuts no more! (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 5 Aug 2007 15:06:15 -0400
- During my TR3 restoration, I did remove all the cage nuts off the rear . There was significant rust repair and almost impossible to replace the cages in those places. Most of all the other cage nuts
- /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00083.html (8,254 bytes)
- 240. Re: [TR] cage nuts no more! (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Labuz <yellowtr@adelphia.net>
- Date: Sun, 5 Aug 2007 17:23:41 -0400
- Dave, I dont know if this will work for you but I replaced the 3 lower rear caged nuts that are hidden by removing that panel, removing the nuts and cutting slots so I could install the speed nuts th
- /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00091.html (8,383 bytes)
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