I was thinking on how to explain this, You've got it too a tee! Very
accurate description, don't make it too neat or it will look false!
Graham.
----- Original Message -----
From: John Gillis <jgillis@tcd.ie>
To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, March 10, 2000 1:05 PM
Subject: Re: Sound Isulation for Timing Chain Cover ?
>
> A few days ago there was a thread about sound insulation for the timing
chain
> cover on a TR3. I checked the timing covers that I have laying around and
> the insulation was either removed or was never on. I am trying to restore
my
> car as original as possible, so I have a few questions on this subject.
>
> 1. Was this used on all models, mine is a 59 TR3A TS 58399?
> A> Any unrestored Triumph had this, including all the Herald, Spitfire,
> 2000 and TR range
>
> 2. What color is the insulation, and is it painted over?
> A> When chipped out and looking at it in section it is a creamy colour. I
> guess it was painted over, it is usually so mucky in that area it is hard
> to tell.
>
> 3. How thick and how uniform should it be applied?
> A> It filled the recess of the timing cover and a little more, perhaps
> 1/4", if you want to replicate the original, put on a blindfold, drink a
> dozen cans of strong import beer, spin around on the spot for 5 minutes,
> you are then ready to apply the stuff with a trowel
> 4. Does it cover the whole face of the timing chain cover, or just a
> localized area?
> A> Just the recessed area.
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> John Gillis
> 1954 TR2 TS3618. October 1954 (ground up)
> 1964 Triumph 3TA 350cc (a little gem)
> Trinity College
> Dublin,
> IRELAND.
>
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