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Re: TR-4 New Body Panels

To: Jordan Robinson <jordan_robinson@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: TR-4 New Body Panels
From: "Dr. Robert Carley" <rcarley@uoguelph.ca>
Date: Mon, 04 Jan 1999 15:35:16 -0500
Cc: Triumph List <triumphs@Autox.Team.Net>
Organization: University of Guelph
References: <19990104201430.26479.rocketmail@send205.yahoomail.com>
Jordan:

I just replaced all the body panels on my TR6.  Using Heritage panels,
the body guy still had a lot of fitting to do (I did most of it myself,
then gave up in frustration).   I used a body shop that specializes in
restoring Healeys, so he knew what to expect with British cars.

I got my panels from TRF through a local agent.   However, I assume MOSS,
etc. all sell from the same source.  It's best if you can actually pick
out the panels yourself, and have some choice as to which trunk lid or
lower valance you get, as individual pieces can vary in quality and
condition.  I also believe it is difficult to return body panels to the
seller, as they get what Heritage can supply, and you are expected to
work with what you receive from them.

However, it's better than having no panels at all, and generally, the
quality is very good.  They are much better than some body panels
produced for North American cars.

I'm sure you will get more advice on this.

Good luck.

Robert Carley
73 TR6

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Jordan Robinson wrote:

> Neighbor lady hit the rear of my TR-4 while I was washing it in the
> driveway last week and it looks like the trunk lid and lower valance
> will need to be replaced.
>
> Any listers had any experience with the new panels offered by Moss or
> any other suppliers?  Since it is likely that I will have to assist
> the body shop in locating and ordering these parts, I want to make
> sure I get the best available.
>
> Regards,
>
> Jordan Robinson
> CT28864




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