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Re: Dizzy Springs - TR3

To: George Hahn <geohahn@azstarnet.com>
Subject: Re: Dizzy Springs - TR3
From: George Richardson <gprtech@frontiernet.net>
Date: Sun, 18 Jul 1999 19:42:14 -0400
Cc: TR <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Organization: Merlin Group Inc.
References: <37924B8D.43A6@azstarnet.com>
The two springs are supposed to be different.

As far as the rotor snapping back smartly,  I can't honestly say. Mine goes
back, but very easily.

George Hahn wrote:

> In trying diagnose a sporadic (ignition?) problem I found the return
> springs on the centrifugal advance weights to be pathetic.  Since they
> are not identical I assume at least one is incorrect, in any case, both
> seemed to have little effect.
>
> Am I correct in recalling that the rotor should snap back smartly when
> you move it by hand to the advanced position then release it?
>
> In addition to renewing the springs, should the various places where
> they mount & rub the action plate be lightly lubricated?  TIA.
>
> Geo Hahn
> 59 TR3A

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George Richardson
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