I don't think TR6 seats will fit. I've been looking recently and according
to the measurements I received (i.e. I haven't actually put a TR6 seat in my
TR3) the 6 seats are about 2 inches to wide.
I would be interested in hearing from anyone who has actually made this
swap.
kengano@advant.com
downstate illinois
1959 TR3A TS57756L
1958 Model 10 Sedan TBE9239LDLB
-----Original Message-----
From: Malcolm Walker <walker05@camosun.bc.ca>
To: Jack W. Drews <vinttr4@forbin.com>
Cc: triumphs <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, August 14, 1998 10:20 PM
Subject: Re: which one?
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>On Fri, 14 Aug 1998, Jack W. Drews wrote:
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>> I will use it for daily errands and for occasional long distance trips.
>
>You will probably find the inside of a TR6 the most comfortable. If you
>like the styling of the TR3 it is possible to stick TR6 seats in.
>I have TR6 seats (and a Formuling steering wheel) in my TR4, they're nice.
>
>The TR4 and up are much more weatherproof than the TR3, due to the way the
>top is held on to the windsheild frame, and the side curtains. The TR3,
>save the 62 TR3B, did not have an all-syncro gearbox (but it's easy to
>change to a later type)
>
>Other than that, I'd say the cars are fairly equal, so long as they are in
>good running order and properly maintained.
>
>It will also depend on what's for sale, and how patient you are :-)
>
>-Malcolm
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