From yellowtr at adelphia.net Sun Aug 1 05:36:05 2010 From: yellowtr at adelphia.net (Bob) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 07:36:05 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <8CCFF3CFF5B3DF7-94C-104B2@webmail-m085.sysops.aol.com> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net> <4C54E0F0.5090000@dfn.com> <8CCFF3CFF5B3DF7-94C-104B2@webmail-m085.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> On Saturday, July 31, 2010 11:01:40 pm n197tr4 at cs.com wrote: > sounds familiar....front suspension shims....TR4A/TR250/TR6 ??? > > Thanks everyone for taking a look. But it is not a suspension or brake shim. Much too thick. Those shims are very thin. I am sure it is a distance piece of sorts but for the life of me I cannot figure out where it goes! As I said in the original post, it was in the boot hardware bag so it must be for the boot lid. The only thing I can think is it may be used on the stay but where? For now I will move on with the restoration with hopes someone who is also doing a restoration will come across the part and will remember where it goes! Bob From 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org Sun Aug 1 06:21:46 2010 From: 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org (Bob Danielson) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 08:21:46 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net><4C54E0F0.5090000@dfn.com><8CCFF3CFF5B3DF7-94C-104B2@webmail-m085.sysops.aol.com> <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Message-ID: <27FFE2955BC343E4BB5B657A0ACC6BEB@BobPC> When I saw this post yesterday I went out and looked through my trunk and found nothing that looked like this piece. The trunk stay does however have two funky looking washers. You can see them in the TRF Green Book, Plate FF part FF11. Maybe it's a spacer of some sort that the PO stuck in there for some reason. Or maybe it was laying in the trunk doing nothing and it just got bagged. Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 CF38503U Running w/ Throttle Body Injection, Toyota 5 speed & Nissan LSD http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "Bob" Sent: Sunday, August 01, 2010 7:36 AM To: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [6pack] Mystery part > On Saturday, July 31, 2010 11:01:40 pm n197tr4 at cs.com wrote: >> sounds familiar....front suspension shims....TR4A/TR250/TR6 ??? >> >> > Thanks everyone for taking a look. But it is not a suspension or brake > shim. > Much too thick. Those shims are very thin. > > I am sure it is a distance piece of sorts but for the life of me I cannot > figure out where it goes! > > As I said in the original post, it was in the boot hardware bag so it must > be > for the boot lid. > > The only thing I can think is it may be used on the stay but where? > > For now I will move on with the restoration with hopes someone who is also > doing a restoration will come across the part and will remember where it > goes! > > Bob > _______________________________________________ From jimmble at roadrunner.com Sun Aug 1 08:00:57 2010 From: jimmble at roadrunner.com (Jim Franks) Date: Sun, 01 Aug 2010 10:00:57 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net> <4C54E0F0.5090000@dfn.com> <8CCFF3CFF5B3DF7-94C-104B2@webmail-m085.sysops.aol.com> <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Message-ID: <4C557E19.8060602@roadrunner.com> MIght be a shim for the boot lid to hinge. Wouldn't be of much use, though. Jim On 8/1/2010 7:36 AM, Bob wrote: > On Saturday, July 31, 2010 11:01:40 pm n197tr4 at cs.com wrote: > >> sounds familiar....front suspension shims....TR4A/TR250/TR6 ??? >> >> >> > Thanks everyone for taking a look. But it is not a suspension or brake shim. > Much too thick. Those shims are very thin. > > I am sure it is a distance piece of sorts but for the life of me I cannot > figure out where it goes! > > As I said in the original post, it was in the boot hardware bag so it must be > for the boot lid. > > The only thing I can think is it may be used on the stay but where? > > For now I will move on with the restoration with hopes someone who is also > doing a restoration will come across the part and will remember where it goes! > > Bob > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/jimmble at roadrunner.com > > > __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 5330 (20100801) __________ > > The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. > > http://www.eset.com From yellowtr at adelphia.net Sun Aug 1 10:00:30 2010 From: yellowtr at adelphia.net (Bob) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 12:00:30 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <4C557E19.8060602@roadrunner.com> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net> <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> <4C557E19.8060602@roadrunner.com> Message-ID: <201008011200.30834.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Thanks again for all the replies and boot inspections. This is the 2nd part that I was not able to identify. The first were 2 spacer washers about the same thickness. Not sure if the PO removed them or me. But anyway I am making progress on the re-assembly. Next job is to tackle the dash wiring install. Wish me luck there. Lots of wires have to be connected with very little space to work. I think once the wiring is all connected and the dash install complete it will be all downhill from there. Taking the rest of the weekend off. My back is killing me! Bob From 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org Sun Aug 1 10:12:55 2010 From: 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org (Bob Danielson) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 12:12:55 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <201008011200.30834.yellowtr@adelphia.net> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net><201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net><4C557E19.8060602@roadrunner.com> <201008011200.30834.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Message-ID: <671C7E6DE46842028E022B56D281B448@BobPC> Bob, If you don't have the AAW wiring schematic, you can download it for free here http://www.advanceautowire.com/tr2506.pdf It's a much better schematic then the one that came with the car! Bob Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 CF38503U Running w/ Throttle Body Injection, Toyota 5 speed & Nissan LSD http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "Bob" Sent: Sunday, August 01, 2010 12:00 PM To: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [6pack] Mystery part > Thanks again for all the replies and boot inspections. > > This is the 2nd part that I was not able to identify. The first were 2 > spacer > washers about the same thickness. Not sure if the PO removed them or me. > But > anyway I am making progress on the re-assembly. > > Next job is to tackle the dash wiring install. Wish me luck there. Lots of > wires have to be connected with very little space to work. > > I think once the wiring is all connected and the dash install complete it > will > be all downhill from there. > > Taking the rest of the weekend off. My back is killing me! > > Bob > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org From shewfamily at aol.com Sun Aug 1 10:19:24 2010 From: shewfamily at aol.com (shewfamily at aol.com) Date: Sun, 01 Aug 2010 12:19:24 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Mystery part In-Reply-To: <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> References: <201007311941.17918.yellowtr@adelphia.net><4C54E0F0.5090000@dfn.com><8CCFF3CFF5B3DF7-94C-104B2@webmail-m085.sysops.aol.com> <201008010736.06375.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Message-ID: <8CCFFAC710F7F41-1C80-15365@webmail-m103.sysops.aol.com> Could it be a clip that holds the switch for the trunk light in place? John Shewmake '74 TR6 Birmingham, AL -----Original Message----- From: Bob To: 6pack at autox.team.net Sent: Sun, Aug 1, 2010 6:36 am Subject: Re: [6pack] Mystery part On Saturday, July 31, 2010 11:01:40 pm n197tr4 at cs.com wrote: sounds familiar....front suspension shims....TR4A/TR250/TR6 ??? hanks everyone for taking a look. But it is not a suspension or brake shim. uch too thick. Those shims are very thin. I am sure it is a distance piece of sorts but for the life of me I cannot igure out where it goes! As I said in the original post, it was in the boot hardware bag so it must be or the boot lid. The only thing I can think is it may be used on the stay but where? For now I will move on with the restoration with hopes someone who is also oing a restoration will come across the part and will remember where it goes! Bob ______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net onate: http://www.team.net/donate.html rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/shewfamily at aol.com From tr6taylor at webtv.net Sun Aug 1 13:09:13 2010 From: tr6taylor at webtv.net (Sally or Dick Taylor) Date: Sun, 01 Aug 2010 19:09:13 GMT Subject: [6pack] Mystery part Message-ID: Bob---It may not even be a piece from the TR. (Looks more like a clamp used on a machine bed to secure a part during a machining process). Dick From trmarty at hotmail.com Sun Aug 1 18:06:23 2010 From: trmarty at hotmail.com (marty sukey) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 20:06:23 -0400 Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 Message-ID: We just got back from the summer party and are still grinning. Had a wonderful time as usual. Participated in drag racing, poker run, LeMans start contest, winery tour, car show, autox, big dinner, and all for around $100 and there was more stuff we could have done but the days did not have enough hours in them. We have been attending this event for about 20 years now and the general format and the fun level is still the same. What has changed is the amount of people attending. There is only about a third of the people attending now as there was in the old days. The drag race and autox events have a fraction of participants from the early 90's. I pondered this on the drive back thinking to myself man, there should be a waiting list to get in this thing for as much fun as we have every year. What has changed over the years? Is it the economy? Is there just not that many of these old cars running any more? Has the age of the participants shifted to the point where doing these types of things with the cars is of no interest any more? Have the cars become too valuable to drive? What are your thoughts? Marty From 70tr6 at comcast.net Sun Aug 1 18:41:28 2010 From: 70tr6 at comcast.net (Ashford Little) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 20:41:28 -0400 Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8996BCFB-E3F7-4BAF-B1FC-7CCDDE267700@comcast.net> Marty, I can't speak for others, but in my case it's a case of having three kids and a variety of activities that keep us tied up. On the other hand, it hasn't helped that Charles keeps jiggling the dates from year to year in addition to whether or not it will happen. This year's dates conflicted with our Canadian trip. Hope to see y'all next year. Ashford Little 70tr6 at comcast.net On Aug 1, 2010, at 8:06 PM, marty sukey wrote: > We just got back from the summer party and are still grinning. Had a wonderful > time as usual. Participated in drag racing, poker run, LeMans start contest, > winery tour, car show, autox, big dinner, and all for around $100 and there > was more stuff we could have done but the days did not have enough hours in > them. We have been attending this event for about 20 years now and the > general format and the fun level is still the same. What has changed is the > amount of people attending. There is only about a third of the people > attending now as there was in the old days. The drag race and autox events > have a fraction of participants from the early 90's. I pondered this on the > drive back thinking to myself man, there should be a waiting list to get in > this thing for as much fun as we have every year. What has changed over the > years? Is it the economy? Is there just not that many of these old cars > running any more? Has the age of the participants shifted to the point where > doing these types of things with the cars is of no interest any more? Have the > cars become too valuable to drive? What are your thoughts? > > Marty > _______________________________________________ From apackard68 at att.net Sun Aug 1 21:12:29 2010 From: apackard68 at att.net (Andrew Packard) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 20:12:29 -0700 Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 In-Reply-To: <8996BCFB-E3F7-4BAF-B1FC-7CCDDE267700@comcast.net> References: <8996BCFB-E3F7-4BAF-B1FC-7CCDDE267700@comcast.net> Message-ID: <3A8C9B9A-3D4A-4C85-ACF6-D0D3572C6E5F@att.net> I attended with the VTR convention in 2002 and would have repeated, but there were always the last minute (for and event of that size) decisions on whether or not it would take place. Now I live near San Francisco and East coast events aren't quite an option. (Wanna buy some beach property in Indiana, PA?) We're planning to go to Breckenridge, CO next year, though! I do think there is quite a bit of hesitation with our owners with fewer daily drivers out there that reliably can be trusted with more aggressive events. Consistently at Triumphest, about 20% of registrants participate in the autocross. Andy CD6746L On Aug 1, 2010, at 5:41 PM, Ashford Little wrote: > Marty, > > I can't speak for others, but in my case it's a case of having three > kids and > a variety of activities that keep us tied up. On the other hand, it > hasn't > helped that Charles keeps jiggling the dates from year to year in > addition to > whether or not it will happen. This year's dates conflicted with > our Canadian > trip. > > Hope to see y'all next year. > > > Ashford Little > 70tr6 at comcast.net > > > > On Aug 1, 2010, at 8:06 PM, marty sukey wrote: > >> We just got back from the summer party and are still grinning. Had a > wonderful >> time as usual. Participated in drag racing, poker run, LeMans start > contest, >> winery tour, car show, autox, big dinner, and all for around $100 >> and there >> was more stuff we could have done but the days did not have enough >> hours in >> them. We have been attending this event for about 20 years now and >> the >> general format and the fun level is still the same. What has >> changed is the >> amount of people attending. There is only about a third of the people >> attending now as there was in the old days. The drag race and autox >> events >> have a fraction of participants from the early 90's. I pondered >> this on the >> drive back thinking to myself man, there should be a waiting list >> to get in >> this thing for as much fun as we have every year. What has changed >> over the >> years? Is it the economy? Is there just not that many of these old >> cars >> running any more? Has the age of the participants shifted to the >> point > where >> doing these types of things with the cars is of no interest any >> more? Have > the >> cars become too valuable to drive? What are your thoughts? >> >> Marty >> _______________________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/apackard68 at att.net From dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com Sun Aug 1 21:13:28 2010 From: dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com (Dave Waldorf) Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2010 23:13:28 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Direction to Hueston Woods Lodge for the TRials Message-ID: <2838E034EEB44F98BA2C46E327245BED@DavePC> In this day and age with Mapquest and GPS, it's almost superfluous to provide directions to anywhere, to say nothing of posting them online. However some may need to have something short and sweet to print out for a caravan, or to give to someone who's not yet joined the computer generation. To that end, be advised that the Hueston Woods Lodge web site lists directions to the lodge from every direction. See: http://www.huestonwoodsstateparklodge.com/directions-608.html. One critical point, US Route 127 is used for the directions from the Cleveland and Toledo areas, but is referred to in the directions incorrectly as OH 127. (You'll note that this place is reached by driving on pleasant country roads for the most part. This is no Interstate Interchange hotel complex! 8) ) There are 2 construction zones in the Oxford area that may give some pause, but neither are really a problem. U.S. Route 27 is CLOSED inside the city limits of Oxford for a major reconstruction, which is a problem for semi-trucks. You'll see lots of signs for detours on US 27 as you approach the Oxford area. The rest of us can just use the in-town detour one block over on local streets. In any case if you're approaching Oxford from the south the turn on to OH 732 to go to the lodge is before the construction anyway. Also OH 73 is reduced to one alternating lane 1 mile east of Oxford due to bridge construction. This [i]may[/i] delay some a few minutes if they decide to go that route. Although OH 73 is not the most direct route to the lodge from any direction it is the main access to the City of Oxford from the east, and people stopping for lunch on their way in may encounter this construction. From yellowtr at adelphia.net Mon Aug 2 05:20:22 2010 From: yellowtr at adelphia.net (Bob) Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2010 07:20:22 -0400 Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <201008020720.23360.yellowtr@adelphia.net> On Sunday, August 01, 2010 08:06:23 pm marty sukey wrote: > We just got back from the summer party and are still grinning. Had a > wonderful time as usual. Participated in drag racing, poker run, LeMans > start contest, winery tour, car show, autox, big dinner, and all for > around $100 and there was more stuff we could have done but the days did > not have enough hours in them. We have been attending this event for > about 20 years now and the general format and the fun level is still the > same. What has changed is the amount of people attending. There is only > about a third of the people attending now as there was in the old days. > The drag race and autox events have a fraction of participants from the > early 90's. I pondered this on the drive back thinking to myself man, > there should be a waiting list to get in this thing for as much fun as we > have every year. What has changed over the years? Is it the economy? Is > there just not that many of these old cars running any more? Has the age > of the participants shifted to the point where doing these types of things > with the cars is of no interest any more? Have the cars become too > valuable to drive? What are your thoughts? > > Marty Marty, I have been planning to attend for the past 3 or 4 years but something always comes up. The past 3 years it was weddings, moving the kids etc. But maybe next year? The reliability of my 3 and 4 are not an issue. They run like a top and I never worry about a breakdown when we are out on a drive. And I am sure the 6 will be the same (if I ever finish the restoration). Another problem is my obsession with restoring these cars! I just can't seem to stand still at home without a wrench in my hand! But the 72 6 will be my last project and it looks like I will be retiring next year about this time so maybe I can start planning now. But I wont be doing any autox or dragging that is for sure. My cars are drivers for sure but drivers only. The main reason I really want to attend is to meet folks like you who have helped me along the way with answers, ideas and tools. It seems that after all these years exchanging emails that it would be nice to put a face with a name for a change. Bob From trmarty at hotmail.com Mon Aug 2 10:46:52 2010 From: trmarty at hotmail.com (marty sukey) Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2010 12:46:52 -0400 Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 In-Reply-To: <201008020720.23360.yellowtr@adelphia.net> References: , <201008020720.23360.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Message-ID: > But I wont be doing any autox or dragging that is for sure. My cars are > drivers for sure but drivers only. > > Bob Bob and all. Reconsider this. Sure there are a group of diehards that go for broke at these events but that does not mean all entrants have to do that. Back in the day we used to get a bunch of show cars at these two events. The owners drove at a reduced pace and at the end of the weekend the car was still intact and they were glad they tried it. You wont be the fastest cars at the drags but line up against a buddy who also does not want to beat on their car and go down the quarter mile at your pace smiling all the way. Same at the autox, there is no reason you cannot do your runs at the same pace you drive on a fast mountain road tour. There are plenty of us who would be happy to give the folks who have never autox'd some tips at the events. Give it some consideration. Marty From TR250Driver at aol.com Mon Aug 2 16:32:41 2010 From: TR250Driver at aol.com (TR250Driver at aol.com) Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2010 18:32:41 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [6pack] TRF Summer Party 2010 Message-ID: <81d0e.2398de12.3988a189@aol.com> In a message dated 8/1/2010 8:06:56 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, trmarty at hotmail.com writes: What are your thoughts? Marty, First Thought? Everyone who attended "Lucked Out Big Time" on the weather, good job Dave or whomever ordered that up. The Mudster Factory never more I hope. Second, shucks, some of us must work, especially during prime time vacation season when many conflicts abound. Therefore early notice is important. Then, I Like the Drive End Movie, and I really like the Pewter Mugs that were once awarded. Honest Injun, I just put a second place ribbon from 2002, second place in class autocross in my showcase. I have a few of those thrown about. I believe the downgrade in awards took some wind out of the sails of the Event. All that being said I am pissed that I had to work. I think my 70 Spit, 1296 could have wiped Team Sukey out. Of course it would have required a good driver which is not me at this time. Then I bet I could have put it in the Show and won something. Charles is the Best, by far, I will not miss another summer party ever! Bummed Big Time. Darrell From rwhautomotive at yahoo.com Mon Aug 2 17:35:41 2010 From: rwhautomotive at yahoo.com (Robert Houseknecht) Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2010 16:35:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] Roadster Factory Party Message-ID: <376171.74414.qm@web33504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I also attended the Summer Party. I have never complained about anything, ever! I think its because I know how much work is involved. Everytime I've gone, my wife and I have had a great time. We have met some people that will be friends forever, pushed my cars to the limit on the drag strip and autocross track. (even won at times) Where else can I enjoy so much (british car related)- even when the weather is not so good? It's a shame the attendance is not what it was years ago. Marty, I too wondered why. The thing I noticed - Charles did not seem too involved. To me He should be out talking to his customers, checking out their cars and getting to know more people. If he did, he might just hear how some of us appreciate what he has done for our hobby. He might even get more of us to invest in his company. Maybe he did and I just didn't see it. Why no featured Marque this year? - Possible more cars attending if featured? I also didn't see too much support from Indiana Chamber of Commerce or local business. Hell, I read the local newspaper and only saw a blurb about 1" x 2" space mentioning the car show. Hey Guys and Gals, all the comments we've all made probably have merit, but what I think we should be talking about how to keep this great event alive. We can't expect the party to continue with no participation, small parts sales revenue, and little support. Start sending Charles letters or emails with constructive comments and good solid ideas. Please don't critisize or complain - Not the way to get good results. I hope to see you all soon. Rob Houseknecht - Batavia, N.Y. 1973 Emerald TR6 & 1980 White Spitfire From trmarty at hotmail.com Wed Aug 4 20:21:41 2010 From: trmarty at hotmail.com (marty sukey) Date: Wed, 4 Aug 2010 22:21:41 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Empty trailer ohio Message-ID: There is a chance I will have an empty open car trailer going to / from the Oxford Ohio area to the Cleveland Ohio area mid September. If you need a vehicle transported in that general area contact me off list. Marty From ambritts at bellsouth.net Sat Aug 7 11:17:33 2010 From: ambritts at bellsouth.net (Alex) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 13:17:33 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Help needed! Message-ID: Hi All, Not exactly Triumph oriented but British none the less. A member in our club in presently restoring (about 80% complete) a 1970 vintage British reproduction of a 1910 B-Type London Bus. We believe this to be the only one in the US and the only others are in museums in the UK. Needless to say, he has some difficulty in acquiring needed parts and sourcing information for the restoration. He is a retired journeyman machinist and makes many of the parts he needs. (He is not on the internet or have any of those new fangled contraptions......we're working on that) Unfortunately, when it comes to rubber parts it gets even harder. The good news is the few reproductions that were made, were made in the 70's. We are presently trying to source a rubber sleeve, grommet type part with the # P11-2803 that goes on the air cleaner for the engine. The engine is a 4 cylinder diesel Leyland (tractor engine we believe), vintage 1970. If anyone has any sources of information on this type engine and associated parts, please advise asap. For your enjoyment, I have attached a link so you can see what it is and looks like. This vehicle has quite a history and Classic Motorsports will be doing a piece on it. Additionally, I will be placing the restoration story, pictures and history on our club website in the near future. So if anyone wants to see this, just drop me an email. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:B43OleBillatIWMLondon.jpg Thanks in Advance, Alex Manzo 59 TR3A 72 TR6 From trsix74 at comcast.net Sat Aug 7 12:12:56 2010 From: trsix74 at comcast.net (Robert Liam Gannon) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 14:12:56 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Help needed! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi All, SNIP: Not exactly Triumph oriented but British none the less. A member in our club in presently restoring (about 80% complete) a 1970 vintage British reproduction of a 1910 B-Type London Bus. We believe this to be the only one in the US and the only others are in museums in the UK. Etc........ Response: Have you tried asking this group for help? http://www.britishbusclub.org From trsix74 at comcast.net Sat Aug 7 12:58:35 2010 From: trsix74 at comcast.net (Robert Liam Gannon) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 14:58:35 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Help needed! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Try these guys http://www.britishbusclub.org From yellowtr at adelphia.net Sat Aug 7 15:25:25 2010 From: yellowtr at adelphia.net (Bob) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 17:25:25 -0400 Subject: [6pack] superlite lug wrench Message-ID: <201008071725.26641.yellowtr@adelphia.net> Hello, Posted this query on the 6-pack forum but no answers. I installed my 15/6 superlites the other day but noticed that the lugs fit flush with the wheels when all tightened up. I used a 3/8 inch drive 3/4 inch craftsman socket which fit ok but for the road I dont want to have to make sure I pack my 3/4 socket and breaker bar + short extension. I have looked at some tool sites trying to find a combo type wrench that is thin walled enough to fit the superlite lug. Does anyone with superlites know of a single wrench that I could use in lieu of my socket, extension and breaker bar setup. If worse comes to worse, I guess I could go down to sears and get an new socket, extension and breaker bar but that would add up since I am buying the single parts. Thanks, Bob From brian at asmoothmove.biz Sat Aug 7 16:43:43 2010 From: brian at asmoothmove.biz (Brian@asmoothmove.biz) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 17:43:43 -0500 Subject: [6pack] Carb Rebuild Story Message-ID: <20100807224304.65547187643@autox.team.net> After just shy of 2 months at Paltech in Ohio, I received my carbs and manifold back this week. What a relief to find that they ran great right out of the box. The workmanship and finish are exemplary. If you can afford the down-time and need similar work done, I highly recommend this company. Those on the list that recommended this company to me were right. My only complaint was that the shipment packaging was no where near the quality I would expect for my delicate and pricey cargo. Pictures of carbs and manifold on my Facebook page. On a different note, FYI I was able to cure a long-time differential clunk problem by replacing the side gear bushings (now fiber) and planet gear bushings (brass) to tighten up this part of the gear train. Installed pinion/crown gear backlash is .005 average. I was also able to replace a single cracked carrier bearing cap (I received an entire used unit from Ted Schumacher - another one I highly recommend). I got lucky because one of the caps on the unit I received was almost exact in critical dimensions to the cracked one. I think I dodged a bullet, but time will tell. Brian J. Alwin 1972 TR6 CC79085 From tr6taylor at webtv.net Sat Aug 7 19:16:43 2010 From: tr6taylor at webtv.net (Sally or Dick Taylor) Date: Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:16:43 GMT Subject: [6pack] Wiper Switch Repair Message-ID: List---Several months ago one on this list went to a great deal of trouble to show us how he repaired his wiper dash switch. (The one that also contains the washer momentary switch) I thought I had placed his drawings in a "Saved" file, but now cannot find it. If someone has a copy of this, or the originator would be so kind, I'd like to see it again. This time I will print it out! Thanks. Dick From 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org Sat Aug 7 20:08:39 2010 From: 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org (Bob Danielson) Date: Sat, 7 Aug 2010 22:08:39 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Carb Rebuild Story In-Reply-To: <20100807224304.65547187643@autox.team.net> References: <20100807224304.65547187643@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <8F106C7C84F94861B56153A50DA1B33C@laptopPC> I found Jeff back in '06 (http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org/CarbRebuild2006.htm) and have been recommending him ever since. He does a super job on both the refinishing and the rebuilding. Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 running with Throttle Body Injection Toyota 5 Speed Nissan Diff & CVJs http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "Brian at asmoothmove.biz" Sent: Saturday, August 07, 2010 6:43 PM To: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: [6pack] Carb Rebuild Story > After just shy of 2 months at Paltech in Ohio, I received my carbs and > manifold back this week. What a relief to find that they ran great right > out > of the box. The workmanship and finish are exemplary. If you can afford > the > down-time and need similar work done, I highly recommend this company. > Those > on the list that recommended this company to me were right. My only > complaint was that the shipment packaging was no where near the quality I > would expect for my delicate and pricey cargo. Pictures of carbs and > manifold on my Facebook page. > > On a different note, FYI I was able to cure a long-time differential clunk > problem by replacing the side gear bushings (now fiber) and planet gear > bushings (brass) to tighten up this part of the gear train. Installed > pinion/crown gear backlash is .005 average. I was also able to replace a > single cracked carrier bearing cap (I received an entire used unit from > Ted > Schumacher - another one I highly recommend). I got lucky because one of > the > caps on the unit I received was almost exact in critical dimensions to the > cracked one. I think I dodged a bullet, but time will tell. > > Brian J. Alwin > 1972 TR6 CC79085 > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org From slowtoaccept at yahoo.com Sun Aug 8 07:05:12 2010 From: slowtoaccept at yahoo.com (Jerry C Shaw) Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 09:05:12 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Bearing clearances and Plastiguage Message-ID: <21E4A3EC98B5430BAA536724F03A7C58@JaneShawPC> Have lower oil pressure for a rebuilt engine than I would like. What main and connecting rod bearing clearances are normal? Used micrometer on all reground crank surfaces giving 0.010 undersize with mains @ 2.303" and crankpins @ 1.865" . Stupidly didn't check clearances during installation assuming shells were 0.010 undersized as stated on the box. Also, one of the car mags says Plastigage is not accurate. See http://www.carcraft.com/techfaq/116_0701_plastigage_vs_micrometer/index.html Jerry '74 TR6 From yellowtr at adelphia.net Sun Aug 8 14:29:53 2010 From: yellowtr at adelphia.net (Bob) Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 16:29:53 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Carb Rebuild Story In-Reply-To: <20100807224304.65547187643@autox.team.net> References: <20100807224304.65547187643@autox.team.net> Message-ID: <201008081629.54739.yellowtr@adelphia.net> On Saturday, August 07, 2010 06:43:43 pm Brian at asmoothmove.biz wrote: > After just shy of 2 months at Paltech in Ohio, I received my carbs and > manifold back this week. What a relief to find that they ran great right > out of the box. The workmanship and finish are exemplary. If you can > afford the down-time and need similar work done, I highly recommend this > company. Those on the list that recommended this company to me were right. > My only complaint was that the shipment packaging was no where near the > quality I would expect for my delicate and pricey cargo. Pictures of > carbs and manifold on my Facebook page. > > On a different note, FYI I was able to cure a long-time differential clunk > problem by replacing the side gear bushings (now fiber) and planet gear > bushings (brass) to tighten up this part of the gear train. Installed > pinion/crown gear backlash is .005 average. I was also able to replace a > single cracked carrier bearing cap (I received an entire used unit from Ted > Schumacher - another one I highly recommend). I got lucky because one of > the caps on the unit I received was almost exact in critical dimensions to > the cracked one. I think I dodged a bullet, but time will tell. > > Brian J. Alwin > 1972 TR6 CC79085 > _______________________________________________ Brian, I decided to go with the Hitachi SU HS6 upgrade offered by Jeff. I posted a photo on the 6-pack list. http://www.6-pack.org/sixpack/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=15146&highlight= Scroll down to you see the post with the engine bay in French blue with the yellow TR3 and white TR4 avatar. That is me. I agree with you, Jeff sure does nice work. And yesterday I finally completed enough of the wiring of the dash to give the engine a start and it started right up ran pretty good for a freshly rebuilt engine, dist, and carbs. Still needs some sorting out but that will happen when I can get it out of the garage. Bob From dcmdcm at nc.rr.com Sun Aug 8 14:45:07 2010 From: dcmdcm at nc.rr.com (Douglas Morris) Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 16:45:07 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Wiper Switch Repair Message-ID: Dick, I emailed my pics to you directly, but for the record I'll repost. The fix still works fine. >From Dec 8, 2009: QUOTE Okay, here's what I did to fix the wiper-washer switch which was rotating with the knob. I epoxied a flat washer onto the switch body between the gray cup and the switch body and installed a #8 set screw to act as a pin all the way through the cup, washer, and case of the switch body. Caution: I drilled the body for the set screw near the contacts, but there are moving bits just inside the case of the switch body, so that pin must not extend past the inner case surface, or the switch won't rotate. Next time, I'll try drilling the hole on the opposite side from the contacts. Might not be anything there. Dunno. Not curious enough to go drill another hole, though. Note: the shoulder on the shaft boss (where the center hole in the flat washer sits) is about 5/8" so I Dremmelled-out a 1/2" washer to fit. Gotta work with what you have on hand. http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/9012/wiperswmods.jpg In order to get the nut off and on without bungin' everything up by tryin' to do it with a slotted screwdriver, you need to make a simple/cheap tool. There are a number of approaches, but I made a simple spanner. The nut has slots, so I modified one end of a short PVC pipe making little protrusions I'm callin' "nips." Heat-treated steel would be better, but the PVC piece was sittin' in my trash box, so ... http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/9302/wipertool.jpg Actually, I think the simplest approach would be to cut a piece of sheet metal, put it where I put the flat washer, then bend some ears over on both pieces. Maybe a couple star washers would work. Dunno. Everything checks for isolation/continuity, so I'll put the switch problem aside and work for a while installing the exhaust. When I figure out where to mount that intermediate hanger, I'll post a pic. Doug Morris, NC '74 TR6 w/OD /QUOTE From v.navarrette at comcast.net Sun Aug 8 19:03:27 2010 From: v.navarrette at comcast.net (Vance Navarrette) Date: Sun, 8 Aug 2010 18:03:27 -0700 Subject: [6pack] Bearing clearances and Plastiguage In-Reply-To: <21E4A3EC98B5430BAA536724F03A7C58@JaneShawPC> Message-ID: <79DC1A2D850041C1A4D8CC262B350C73@HOMEBREW1> Jerry: Oil pressure is sensitive to lots of things, including oil viscosity and the spring pressure of the relief valve. What type of oil are you running? Plastigauge is accurate enough to get the job done, although there are more accurate ways of getting things measured plastiguage is cheap and easy. For the occasional driveway mechanic, it is definitely the way to go. I have built several engines, and in every case, plastigauge indicated that the crank journals were spot on. Could be dumb luck, but it seems to work for me. Vance -----Original Message----- From: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:6pack-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jerry C Shaw Sent: Sunday, August 08, 2010 6:05 AM To: 6pack at autox.team.net Subject: [6pack] Bearing clearances and Plastiguage Have lower oil pressure for a rebuilt engine than I would like. What main and connecting rod bearing clearances are normal? Used micrometer on all reground crank surfaces giving 0.010 undersize with mains @ 2.303" and crankpins @ 1.865" . Stupidly didn't check clearances during installation assuming shells were 0.010 undersized as stated on the box. Also, one of the car mags says Plastigage is not accurate. See http://www.carcraft.com/techfaq/116_0701_plastigage_vs_micrometer/index. html Jerry '74 TR6 From lang at isis.mit.edu Mon Aug 9 08:28:40 2010 From: lang at isis.mit.edu (Robert M. Lang) Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 10:28:40 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [6pack] Bearing clearances and Plastiguage In-Reply-To: <21E4A3EC98B5430BAA536724F03A7C58@JaneShawPC> References: <21E4A3EC98B5430BAA536724F03A7C58@JaneShawPC> Message-ID: Hi, I haven't had a chance to flush this thread out completely, but if you haven't tried this yet, it will PROBABLY solve your low o.p.: blueprint your oil pump. The Bentley manual lists all the clearances in the oil pump. That's all really kool and everything, but unless your motor has a gazillion miles on it, the rotor clearances are _probably) okay and close to spec. However, there is a fix that I've done a bunch of times that is easy and pretty much automatically raises o.p pressure 10 psi everywhere. Drop the pan and pull the oil pump. the bottom cover of the oil pump will likely have scoring. On a flat surface with some emery cloth of very find wet or dry (400 or 600 grit) and some OIL, polish the cover 'till all evidence of scoring is gone. Clean the part three times with brake cleaner (make sure there is no grit left on the surface (hopefully, for obvious reasons)). Reassemble. I did this a couple of years ago when my oil pressure idiot light kept coming on at idle (motor hot). Oil pressure went from under 10 psi to about 25 psi. If your oil pump rotors are knackered, you can buy new guts for something like $30 from the various sources. You do not need a new pump body unless the outer rotor clearance is way off - the inner rotor tips to the rotating body clearances are most important, then the pump to body clearance and the only one (in my experience) that matters is the rotor to bottom clearance. Also note that if the rotor is too deep in the pump body (scoring on the upper end of the body) you can reduce the "height" of the pump body be polishing as described above, BUT you must make sure the pump body is square as well as flat or you'll dish the bottom cover and you'll be back to crappy oil pressure in due time. Cost: $5, $10 if you screw up the oil pan gasket (or (shame of shames) you glued it to the pan and block). Time: 1 2 hours MAX. Most of that time will be trying to figure out how to put the three pan bolts that are just above the frame rail. Leave 20 minutes to wash your hair of all the oil that drips on you while you remove the pump. Hint: use cardboard to keep the drips off the floor and let the motor drip for an hour or two before you pull the pump. Seriously, this is an easy fix. If it doesn't work, then check your bearing clearances. I'm amazed at how many motors have low oil pressure and the only prob is the oil pump clearances. regards, rml --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bob Lang Triumph TR6!! | This space for rent 2010 NER Solo Chair | Voice:617-253-7438 | Cell: 339-927-4489 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- From jmerone at rocketmail.com Mon Aug 9 09:51:11 2010 From: jmerone at rocketmail.com (Joe Merone) Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 08:51:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? Message-ID: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Greetings. A few years ago I replaced my original AC fuel pump - as a precautionary measure - with an aftermarket one. It was 30+ years old - and bound to die soon right? Only after that did I hear that the quality of these pumps (the ones without the primer levers) were suspect, so I decided to carry around the old pump in the boot. Good thing, as the "new" one died Friday night on the way to the Hemmings Sports and Exotic Show in Saratoga. After 90 minutes on the side of the road in the dark - we were off again with the old one installed and pumping along doing its job. One lesson however - make sure you have at least one small 1/2" wrench in your tool bag. I think you can take a complete TR6 apart with one. The rest of the weekend went fine with great weather and a decent car show on Saturday followed by a trip to the Saratoga Race Track on Sunday. There was no winning at either event however. Now - I obviously need to order another pump. Both TRF and Moss are selling aftermarket units, albeit at widely different prices - TRF ($99), Moss ($50). They both look similar, and the design includes the primer. Does anyone have anything good or bad to say about either? Thanks, Joe Merone South Burlington, VT CF18928 5-speed From jimjcmo at yahoo.com Mon Aug 9 10:30:10 2010 From: jimjcmo at yahoo.com (Jim Jones) Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 09:30:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? In-Reply-To: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <740086.51368.qm@web33503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I bought two pumps (with the lever) from Moss and both failed. If you have an original AC pump I would replace the diaphragm and be done with it. The input and output valve are extremely hard to replace without buggering the seats where they fit in the pump. My solution ended up be an eletric pump from Moss. Works great. Jim --- On Mon, 8/9/10, Joe Merone wrote: From: Joe Merone Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? To: 6pack at autox.team.net, "Triumph List" Date: Monday, August 9, 2010, 10:51 AM Greetings. A few years ago I replaced my original AC fuel pump - as a precautionary measure - with an aftermarket one. It was 30+ years old - and bound to die soon right? Only after that did I hear that the quality of these pumps (the ones without the primer levers) were suspect, so I decided to carry around the old pump in the boot. Good thing, as the "new" one died Friday night on the way to the Hemmings Sports and Exotic Show in Saratoga. After 90 minutes on the side of the road in the dark - we were off again with the old one installed and pumping along doing its job. One lesson however - make sure you have at least one small 1/2" wrench in your tool bag. I think you can take a complete TR6 apart with one. The rest of the weekend went fine with great weather and a decent car show on Saturday followed by a trip to the Saratoga Race Track on Sunday. There was no winning at either event however. Now - I obviously need to order another pump. Both TRF and Moss are selling aftermarket units, albeit at widely different prices - TRF ($99), Moss ($50). They both look similar, and the design includes the primer. Does anyone have anything good or bad to say about either? Thanks, Joe Merone South Burlington, VT CF18928 5-speed _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/jimjcmo at yahoo.com From lang at isis.mit.edu Mon Aug 9 11:04:42 2010 From: lang at isis.mit.edu (Robert M. Lang) Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 13:04:42 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? In-Reply-To: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: On Mon, 9 Aug 2010, Joe Merone wrote: > Greetings. [stuff deleted] > pumping along doing its job. One lesson however - make sure you have at least > one small 1/2" wrench in your tool bag. I think you can take a complete TR6 > apart with one. You need a 9/16" wrench too. :-) rml --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bob Lang Triumph TR6!! | This space for rent 2010 NER Solo Chair | Voice:617-253-7438 | Cell: 339-927-4489 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- From wensley_tr at comcast.net Mon Aug 9 12:39:39 2010 From: wensley_tr at comcast.net (Craig) Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 14:39:39 -0400 Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? In-Reply-To: References: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <006901cb37f2$39b7c7f0$ad2757d0$@net> Didn't forget the 5/8th Craig -----Original Message----- From: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:6pack-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert M. Lang Sent: Monday, August 09, 2010 1:05 PM To: Joe Merone Cc: Triumph List; 6pack at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? On Mon, 9 Aug 2010, Joe Merone wrote: > Greetings. [stuff deleted] > pumping along doing its job. One lesson however - make sure you have at least > one small 1/2" wrench in your tool bag. I think you can take a complete TR6 > apart with one. You need a 9/16" wrench too. :-) rml --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bob Lang Triumph TR6!! | This space for rent 2010 NER Solo Chair | Voice:617-253-7438 | Cell: 339-927-4489 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/wensley_tr at comcast.net From rpeglow at optonline.net Mon Aug 9 16:51:30 2010 From: rpeglow at optonline.net (Bob) Date: Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:51:30 -0700 Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? References: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <001b01cb3815$68e44490$6501a8c0@gpcorporate.com> Hi Joe, Previous owner installed the "Made in Italy" lever pump that I believe is the one TRF sells. I don't have the install date however the pump has been fine for 3 years of my driving. Regards, Bob. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Joe Merone" To: <6pack at autox.team.net>; "Triumph List" Sent: Monday, August 09, 2010 8:51 AM Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? > Greetings. > > A few years ago I replaced my original AC fuel pump - as a precautionary > measure - with an aftermarket one. It was 30+ years old - and bound to die > soon right? > > Only after that did I hear that the quality of these pumps (the ones without > the primer levers) were suspect, so I decided to carry around the old pump in > the boot. Good thing, as the "new" one died Friday night on the way to the > Hemmings Sports and Exotic Show in Saratoga. After 90 minutes on the side of > the road in the dark - we were off again with the old one installed and > pumping along doing its job. One lesson however - make sure you have at least > one small 1/2" wrench in your tool bag. I think you can take a complete TR6 > apart with one. > > The rest of the weekend went fine with great weather and a decent car show on > Saturday followed by a trip to the Saratoga Race Track on Sunday. There was > no winning at either event however. > > Now - I obviously need to order another pump. Both TRF and Moss are selling > aftermarket units, albeit at widely different prices - TRF ($99), Moss ($50). > They both look similar, and the design includes the primer. Does anyone have > anything good or bad to say about either? > > Thanks, > > Joe Merone > South Burlington, VT > CF18928 > 5-speed > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/rpeglow at optonline.net > > > > > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (6.1.0.447) > Database version: 6.14880 > http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (6.1.0.447) Database version: 6.14880 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ From v.navarrette at comcast.net Tue Aug 10 09:59:10 2010 From: v.navarrette at comcast.net (Vance Navarrette) Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:59:10 -0700 Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? In-Reply-To: <539990.31077.qm@web30903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Joe: I rebuilt my original using the $16 rebuild kit. I drifted in the replacement valves although they really should be pressed in. Pretty straight forward, and it worked on the first try. I secured the cover with a stainless bolt, as the original had rusted badly. No issues with mine in three years. With my luck however... Well, you may read about a Triumph bursting into flames, consuming the car and the owner. The owner will be heard to shout as he shrivels in the terrible heat "I would rather burn in my Triumph than be caught in an MG". Vance -----Original Message----- From: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:6pack-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Joe Merone Sent: Monday, August 09, 2010 8:51 AM To: 6pack at autox.team.net; Triumph List Subject: [6pack] TR6 fuel pump recommendations? Greetings. A few years ago I replaced my original AC fuel pump - as a precautionary measure - with an aftermarket one. It was 30+ years old - and bound to die soon right? Now - I obviously need to order another pump. Both TRF and Moss are selling aftermarket units, albeit at widely different prices - TRF ($99), Moss ($50). They both look similar, and the design includes the primer. Does anyone have anything good or bad to say about either? Thanks, Joe Merone From dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com Tue Aug 10 15:10:48 2010 From: dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com (Dave Waldorf) Date: Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:10:48 -0400 Subject: [6pack] 1 Week Left to Get Orders in for 2010 TRials Regalia Message-ID: There is now just 1 week left to get an order in for the embroidered TRials regalia in order to have it for the event. That means that all snail-mail orders should go out in the next day or 2 if they're going to filled for the prices offered! After 8/17 ALL orders received will be subject to a postage charge, and the polo shirt/hat/fleece will not be mailed until after the event. All three items are now available on the TRials web page (http://triumphtrials.jimdo.com/gear/), where there is a printable order form for mailing in orders. We went all-out this year for regalia, getting high-end hats, shirts, & (Columbia brand) fleeces, and the response has been great (especially for the polo shirt). We don't have the usual cheap printed t-shirt and sweatshirt to pick from this year, just top quality brand name items embroidered w/ the event logo. Given the wide selection and personalization available for each item, it will NOT be possible for us to have a stock of these shirts available at the show for individual purchase, YOU MUST ORDER WHAT YOU WANT! Quite a few of the items we're offering aren't available blank for the prices we've been able to offer (Thank you Billy-Ray!!!). If you don't get your order in today you WILL regret it. From dcmdcm at nc.rr.com Wed Aug 11 01:55:14 2010 From: dcmdcm at nc.rr.com (Douglas Morris) Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 03:55:14 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Starter Relay Alternatives Message-ID: <65074F1A-0D4D-4765-A4EF-AF60E69FF060@nc.rr.com> Geeze! A new '74 TR-6 starter relay is $90! Anybody have a recommendation for a reasonably priced aftermarket make/model that's plug'n play? Doug Morris, NC '74 TR-6 CF-18xx-OU From v.navarrette at comcast.net Wed Aug 11 20:10:44 2010 From: v.navarrette at comcast.net (Vance Navarrette) Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:10:44 -0700 Subject: [6pack] Starter Relay Alternatives In-Reply-To: <65074F1A-0D4D-4765-A4EF-AF60E69FF060@nc.rr.com> Message-ID: <854A327109494DB48BFCE29336A389ED@HOMEBREW1> Doug: Go to an automotive electric rebuilder - look in the yellow pages. I got my entire starter rebuilt - brushes, bushings, solenoid for $130. Vance -----Original Message----- From: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:6pack-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Douglas Morris Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 12:55 AM To: 6pack Subject: [6pack] Starter Relay Alternatives Geeze! A new '74 TR-6 starter relay is $90! Anybody have a recommendation for a reasonably priced aftermarket make/model that's plug'n play? Doug Morris, NC '74 TR-6 CF-18xx-OU From jimjcmo at yahoo.com Sun Aug 15 20:10:25 2010 From: jimjcmo at yahoo.com (Jim Jones) Date: Sun, 15 Aug 2010 19:10:25 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] SU carbs for sale Message-ID: <184405.48890.qm@web33508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I have a set of SU HS6 carbs for sale. These were taken off of my car when I changed to a Moss blower. They were completely rebuilt by Jeff Palya (of Paltech) in 2005. They have less than 2000 miles on them. They work extremely well. The set comes with the throttle linkage, the mounting nuts, and a pair of K&N "pancake" style air filters. I want to give the list first dibs on these before I do the Ebay thing. The price is $350 including shipping. Contact me off list for pictures and questiongs. Regards, Jim Jones Jefferson City, MO From jimjcmo at yahoo.com Tue Aug 17 11:56:54 2010 From: jimjcmo at yahoo.com (Jim Jones) Date: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:56:54 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] SU Carbs for Sale In-Reply-To: <856173.26207.qm@web65605.mail.ac4.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <963599.77715.qm@web33503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> For those of you inquiring about my set of HS6 SU cars for sale, they have been spoken for. If the deal falls through I will let everyone know. Thanks, Jim Jones From dcmdcm at nc.rr.com Tue Aug 17 11:59:20 2010 From: dcmdcm at nc.rr.com (Douglas Morris) Date: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:59:20 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function Message-ID: Is the turn-signal switch return thingie repairable or adjustable? After a left (or is it right?) turn, the switch does not automatically trigger off. I'm hoping this is a pliers-fixable issue. Anybody? Beuller? Doug Morris, NC From tr6taylor at webtv.net Tue Aug 17 12:27:26 2010 From: tr6taylor at webtv.net (Sally or Dick Taylor) Date: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:27:26 GMT Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function Message-ID: Doug---If this non-canceling just started, you may see the cause by removing the left side cover and shining a light inside while turning the steering wheel. Start with the 'wheel pointed straight ahead, as would normally be the case before operating the turn signal. As you turn the wheel, you will see what triggers the canceling operation. (little springs and cams, etc.) Could be just a loose screw, or a missing spring. If this non-canceling has been going on "forever", or you recently had some work done for front end alignment, then write back for info about the steering column clip/cam, and how to center it. (Too long to add here). Dick -----Original Message----- From: Douglas Morris Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 10:59 AM To: 6pack Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function Is the turn-signal switch return thingie repairable or adjustable? After a left (or is it right?) turn, the switch does not automatically trigger off. I'm hoping this is a pliers-fixable issue. Anybody? Beuller? Doug Morris, NC _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/tr6taylor at webtv.net From mrankin.cox at cox.net Tue Aug 17 20:11:09 2010 From: mrankin.cox at cox.net (Michael Rankin) Date: Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:11:09 -0500 Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function Message-ID: <000c01cb3e7a$9f975b60$dec61220$@cox@cox.net> Doug -- I believe there is a metal tab that is on the steering shaft that acts as the return trigger mechanism. Remove the plastic plinth and you should be able to get a view. I had a similar situation yrs ago and I believe I had to re-align the steering shaft to center the metal tab at 9 o'clock so it would trigger the return after a L and R hand turn. There is adjustment of the shaft from the u-joint in the steering column in the engine bay where the shaft and rack and pinion attach to each other. You may also have to remove and recenter the steering wheel after you have properly adjusted the shaft. Once you get into it and see how it works this is pretty simple, but more difficult to explain in an email. Take care, Michael From george_loriot at hotmail.com Wed Aug 18 17:53:40 2010 From: george_loriot at hotmail.com (George Loriot) Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:53:40 -0400 Subject: [6pack] FW: cluster master cylinder question - should be CLUTCH master cylinder.. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Listersthanks to everyone's suggestions I'm a happy camper once again. The clutch I-won't-disengage-all-the-way problem was a combination of: egg-shaped holes in the pedal arm and the master cylinder pushrod, slight leak in master cylinder, weak return spring in slave cylinder, and probably needed some bleeding. It looks like the dreaded clutch fork pin was ok, since now the cluthc is releasing nicely. I had a machinist reposition and drill a new bushing in both the arm and pushrod, new clevis pin. I lightly honed both cylinders and installed new seals and return spring, and replaced the flexible hose (it looked a little bulgy, a technical term with a British accent).Bled the system and I'm back on the road again. Thanks to all listers for their suggestions; this list is great. it's saved my tush on several occasions. George Loriot1976 TR5 From: tr6taylor at webtv.net To: george_loriot at hotmail.com CC: 6pack at autox.team.net Subject: RE: [6pack] FW: cluster master cylinder question - should be CLUTCH master cylinder.. Date: Wed, 7 Jul 2010 18:12:33 +0000 George---Have the machinist find the center or the original hole in the pedal arm and bore it out to accept a 7/16x5/16 inch bushing. As you said, then all that will be required is pushing out the worn bushing and squeezing in the new. Next time! An oval in the push rod is harder to fix. Don't know of any parts supplier that will sell you a new rod, unless you spring for a whole new MC. You you want, you can cut the thru the length of the pushrod, add an eigth inch to it, and braze it back together. This will compensate for the loss of length due to wear. Not really necessary, but do-able. Dick From ajw at golden.net Wed Aug 18 18:09:31 2010 From: ajw at golden.net (john weir) Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:09:31 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function References: <000c01cb3e7a$9f975b60$dec61220$@cox@cox.net> Message-ID: Hi Guys. If I remember...I used a small Phillips to loosen the screw holding a white plastic 'finger' that hits the pin and returns the lever to the center as the steering wheel rotates. Once you open it up, you will see exactly what needs to be done. Even if the plastic is broken, a simple fab job will be done in 15-20 mins (hours). I think that was the first job I did on my TR6. Bugged the %^&* out of me! John Weir ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael Rankin" To: <6pack at autox.team.net>; Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 10:11 PM Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function > Doug -- I believe there is a metal tab that is on the steering shaft that > acts as the return trigger mechanism. Remove the plastic plinth and you > should be able to get a view. I had a similar situation yrs ago and I > believe I had to re-align the steering shaft to center the metal tab at 9 > o'clock so it would trigger the return after a L and R hand turn. There is > adjustment of the shaft from the u-joint in the steering column in the > engine bay where the shaft and rack and pinion attach to each other. You > may > also have to remove and recenter the steering wheel after you have > properly > adjusted the shaft. Once you get into it and see how it works this is > pretty > simple, but more difficult to explain in an email. > > > > Take care, > > Michael > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/ajw at golden.net From anabil007 at comcast.net Wed Aug 18 23:24:20 2010 From: anabil007 at comcast.net (Bill) Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 22:24:20 -0700 Subject: [6pack] Turn Signal Switch - Return Function In-Reply-To: References: <000c01cb3e7a$9f975b60$dec61220$@cox@cox.net> Message-ID: What I do, is just flip the switch back to center with my finger ... ;-) -- "Thinking is the hardest work there is. That's why so few people undertake it." - Henry Ford Bill Pugh 1957 TR3 "Casper" TS16765L Wallace, CA From lang at isis.mit.edu Thu Aug 19 10:05:23 2010 From: lang at isis.mit.edu (Robert M. Lang) Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:05:23 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [6pack] Annual Charity Request Message-ID: Hello Fellow 6packers. This message is a solicitation. Plain and simple. Feel free to delete it. Each year New England Region / Sports Car Club of America runs a charity event called Racing Against Leukemia. Each of the specialties (club racing, solo and rally) hold various events at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH with the express intent of raising money for a named charity, in this case The UMass Memorial Foundation. I have set up a donation page at firstgiving.com: http://www.firstgiving.com/robertlang3 where you can donate to my effort. There's a bit of explantory text there. This is a totally legit, 100% deductably 501.c.3 charity. Now, if you have a passing interest in autocross or any other activity that NER/SCCA runs, feel free to stop by this weekend - or even better bring your car and run it in one of the events!! It's for a good cause and all proceeds go to the named charity. Details of the weekend are posted at the ner web site: http://www.ner.org/region/racing-against-leukemia Thanks for reading this and we appreciate any contributions that you can make. Regards, rml p.s. if I've helped you fix your car over the last 12 months, think of this as a way to pay me back. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bob Lang Triumph TR6!! | This space for rent 2010 NER Solo Chair | Voice:617-253-7438 | Cell: 339-927-4489 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- // // To unsubscribe send email to: majordomo at lists.mv.net // Leave subject line blank. Message body must say: unsubscribe net // From bdischer.lists at blakedischer.com Thu Aug 19 12:38:10 2010 From: bdischer.lists at blakedischer.com (Blake J. Discher) Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:38:10 -0400 Subject: [6pack] 2010 VTR Convention on Jekyll Island In-Reply-To: <4C6D6425.9070505@bradakis.com> References: <4C6D6425.9070505@bradakis.com> Message-ID: <44E350E1-CF89-4806-9F89-C64B1289662B@blakedischer.com> Please pass this along as you see fit. The 2010 North American Triumph Challenge (NATC) will be held October 17-22 at the site of the SEVTR Regional Convention since 2002, beautiful Jekyll Island, Georgia. This gathering of the Triumph faithful will be hosted by the clubs of the Southeast Region. Each of these clubs brings their area of expertise to the successful organization of this event. The clubs are proud to host what promises to be one of the most unique and relaxing events the Triumph community has experienced. Discounted room blocks at three hotels, rates expire September 15th. Host hotel: The Jekyll Island Club, rooms start at $155 per night, regularly $269. (http://www.jekyllclub.com/) Other nearby, on island, hotels: Hampton Inn, rooms start at $109 per night. Days Inn and Suites, rooms start at $90 per night. For full details and to register: http://vtr2010.org/ Cheers, Blake Discher From j.honor at comcast.net Thu Aug 19 22:18:26 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Message-ID: <586102343.117387.1282277906540.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. From slbridge at hotmail.com Fri Aug 20 07:03:13 2010 From: slbridge at hotmail.com (steve bridge) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:03:13 +0000 Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: <586102343.117387.1282277906540.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> References: <586102343.117387.1282277906540.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than do) If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor would also be cut? > Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 > From: j.honor at comcast.net > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > > I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com From lfm614 at aol.com Fri Aug 20 07:51:13 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:51:13 +0000 Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Message-ID: <2028226365-1282312076-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1914618162-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Isn't that what a temperature gauge and a driver checking is for? Lots of things in the cooling system that can fail besides the fan and then there's oil pressure, fuel level... My e-fan only comes on when I get in stop and go traffic for 10 minutes or more and its hot out. I also have a switch on the console to turn it on/off manually. As the last poster said, start at the fan wiring direct and work your way back. Lou 72 Pimento TR6 ------Original Message------ From: steve bridge Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: j.honor at comcast.net Cc: TR-6 list Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Sent: Aug 20, 2010 8:03 AM Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than do) If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor would also be cut? > Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 > From: j.honor at comcast.net > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > > I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org Fri Aug 20 08:00:36 2010 From: 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org (Bob Danielson) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:00:36 -0400 Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: References: <586102343.117387.1282277906540.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <78B4730B5D4E4A50AEF8D82818A913DF@BobPC> I sure wouldn't want to be cruising down the road when the fan failed and killed the engine! I'd suggest you wire the fan to an idiot light (I used the EGR light) that goes on when the fan is running. What I've found is that as long as I'm moving at about 30 mph or more the fan never runs. The other thing I have is a 3-way switch: auto-on, manual-on and manual-off. Bob Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 CF38503U Running w/ Throttle Body Injection, Toyota 5 speed & Nissan LSD http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "steve bridge" Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:03 AM To: Cc: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than > do) > If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant > (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor > would also be cut? From rawanderer at comcast.net Fri Aug 20 08:01:49 2010 From: rawanderer at comcast.net (Bob Wanderer) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:01:49 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: <1132961865.255036.1282312657732.JavaMail.root@sz0133a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <1618986267.255357.1282312909820.JavaMail.root@sz0133a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Steve, I would suggest that having the motor stop because the electric fan malfunctioned is not a good idea. Perhaps the fan can be wired to a warning light to let you know the fan is broken (as opposed to just being off since it does cycle). Regardless, I am sure you monitor the water temp gauge, so you can take whatever action you deem appropriate should you see it rise past some arbitrary "worry" point. BobW ----- Original Message ----- From: "steve bridge" To: "j honor" Cc: 6pack at autox.team.net Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:03:13 AM Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than do) If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor would also be cut? > Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 > From: j.honor at comcast.net > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > > I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/rawanderer at comcast.net From j.honor at comcast.net Fri Aug 20 09:21:55 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:21:55 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: <1618986267.255357.1282312909820.JavaMail.root@sz0133a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <1784294753.132437.1282317715850.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Bob/Steve, I am in between now with a new aluminum radiator with spall han from art lipp, what I have now is basic hookup via thermastat in rad fins and no manual 0n-off-on or lite switch. new set up will definitely now have these. Thanks- Joe ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bob Wanderer" To: "steve bridge" Cc: 6pack at autox.team.net, "j honor" Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:01:49 AM Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Steve, I would suggest that having the motor stop because the electric fan malfunctioned is not a good idea. B Perhaps the fan can be wired to a warning light to let you know the fan is broken (as opposed to just being off since it does cycle). B Regardless, I am sure you monitor the water temp gauge, so you can take whatever action you deem appropriate should you see it rise past some arbitrary "worry" point. BobW ----- Original Message ----- From: "steve bridge" To: "j honor" Cc: 6pack at autox.team.net Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:03:13 AM Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than do) B If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor would also be cut? > Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 > From: j.honor at comcast.net > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > > I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/rawanderer at comcast.net From j.honor at comcast.net Fri Aug 20 09:24:02 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:24:02 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: <2028226365-1282312076-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1914618162-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Message-ID: <285209864.132560.1282317842274.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> yes, it typicaly only went on intermintently but just picked up car after 2 year hiatus-from me not use; and runnign all the wat hot-so likely its the fan or thermastat that is dead. new set up will alert me etc. thanks Joe ----- Original Message ----- From: lfm614 at aol.com Cc: "TR-6 list" <6pack at autox.team.net> Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 8:51:13 AM Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Isn't that what a temperature gauge and a driver checking is for? B Lots of things in the cooling system that can fail besides the fan and then there's oil pressure, fuel level... My e-fan only comes on when I get in stop and go traffic for 10 minutes or more and its hot out. I also have a switch on the console to turn it on/off manually. As the last poster said, start at the fan wiring direct and work your way back. Lou 72 Pimento TR6 ------Original Message------ From: steve bridge Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: j.honor at comcast.net Cc: TR-6 list Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction Sent: Aug 20, 2010 8:03 AM Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than do) B If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor would also be cut? > Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:18:26 +0000 > From: j.honor at comcast.net > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > > I have installled a hayden-pusher orient fan on my TR6, it has stopped working. all connections are intact & fuses are OK. question is how to test both relay & tempurature sensor imbedded in radiator grill? I hate electrical problems. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/j.honor at comcast.net From j.honor at comcast.net Fri Aug 20 09:27:56 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:27:56 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction In-Reply-To: <78B4730B5D4E4A50AEF8D82818A913DF@BobPC> Message-ID: <1631881865.132823.1282318076338.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Bob, thanks I saw your previous thread in archives. actually now waiting on art lipps new combined aluminum radiator and spall fan-as you installed. new one will now alos have the on-off-on switch and lite. will need to sort out how to do that-we"ll talk. I am going to as others recommeded to hotwire fan to rule in or out its function and then see about thermastat then relay. I am hoping the fan or thermastat so platform isn't all garbage for new equipement. fresh start though is also OK. hate electronics. need to get skill sets on a good meter I know will help! regards, Joe ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bob Danielson" <75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org> To: "steve bridge" Cc: 6pack at autox.team.net Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:00:36 AM Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction I sure wouldn't want to be cruising down the road when the fan failed and killed the engine! I'd suggest you wire the fan to an idiot light (I used the EGR light) that goes on when the fan is running. B What I've found is that as long as I'm moving at about 30 mph or more the fan never runs. The other thing I have is a 3-way switch: auto-on, manual-on and manual-off. Bob Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 CF38503U Running w/ Throttle Body Injection, Toyota 5 speed & Nissan LSD http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "steve bridge" Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:03 AM To: Cc: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [6pack] hayden fan malfunction > Go to the fan directly first and then backtrack. (much faster to type than > do) > If I may add to this thread, is there a way for the electrically ignorant > (me) to wire an electric fan so if it were to die, the spark to the motor > would also be cut? _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/j.honor at comcast.net From forzion at maine.rr.com Fri Aug 20 12:54:07 2010 From: forzion at maine.rr.com (David Friedlander) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:54:07 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! Message-ID: <4C6ECF4F.1010205@maine.rr.com> Hey all; I have been trying to track-down an apparent short in my car's horns. So far, I've disassembled the steering column, checked out the horn ring and purple/black wire from the ring to the harness and find that it's not broken, pinched, or chafed. I have disconnected the purple/black wire from the W1 on the relay because when I touch it to the terminal the horn beeps!! From the horn relay, I have followed the purple/yellow wires' path to the horns, but see no connections there amiss..... Do these horns ever get internal shorts somehow? All grounds appear to be in order. Any insights/suggestions would be *greatly* appreciated....!! Dave Friedlander '74 Six w/A-OD and TBI From lfm614 at aol.com Fri Aug 20 13:57:51 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:57:51 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! Message-ID: <1487176840-1282334074-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-282245397-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Do you have any play in the steering wheel, sometimes when the bushings wear the shaft can ground on housing causing horn to honk when turning. Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: David Friedlander Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list ReplyTo: forzion at maine.rr.com Subject: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! Sent: Aug 20, 2010 1:54 PM Hey all; I have been trying to track-down an apparent short in my car's horns. So far, I've disassembled the steering column, checked out the horn ring and purple/black wire from the ring to the harness and find that it's not broken, pinched, or chafed. I have disconnected the purple/black wire from the W1 on the relay because when I touch it to the terminal the horn beeps!! From the horn relay, I have followed the purple/yellow wires' path to the horns, but see no connections there amiss..... Do these horns ever get internal shorts somehow? All grounds appear to be in order. Any insights/suggestions would be *greatly* appreciated....!! Dave Friedlander '74 Six w/A-OD and TBI _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From im_sloane at hotmail.com Sat Aug 21 07:32:44 2010 From: im_sloane at hotmail.com (im sloane) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:32:44 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! In-Reply-To: <4C6ECF4F.1010205@maine.rr.com> References: <4C6ECF4F.1010205@maine.rr.com> Message-ID: Dave, Based on the 74 schemetic, the purple/black is coming from the button and should be connected to W2. If it has ground all the time, it's shorted out, as the horn-push should send ground to this wire. The purple wire should be connected to W1 & C2, sending 12v to the relay, and the purple/yellow connects to C1 sending 12v to the horns when the relay trips. Alot of us probably have the worn column bushings that cause the horn to beep when you're pushing hard on the wheel. Like someone said, it grounds out and then sends ground down the purple/black wire. good luck, Sloane :) > Hey all; > > I have been trying to track-down an apparent short in my car's horns. So > far, I've > disassembled the steering column, checked out the horn ring and > purple/black > wire from the ring to the harness and find that it's not broken, > pinched, or chafed. > I have disconnected the purple/black wire from the W1 on the relay > because when > I touch it to the terminal the horn beeps!! From the horn relay, I have > followed the > purple/yellow wires' path to the horns, but see no connections there > amiss..... > > Do these horns ever get internal shorts somehow? All grounds appear to > be in order. > > Any insights/suggestions would be *greatly* appreciated....!! > > Dave Friedlander > '74 Six w/A-OD and TBI > _______________________________________________ From j.honor at comcast.net Sat Aug 21 09:29:13 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (Joe Honor) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 11:29:13 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual Message-ID: <0E77EB9B-B631-4725-8F97-CC40AEDAE0BE@comcast.net> Where San I purchase Don's seminal work? Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone From apackard68 at att.net Sat Aug 21 09:48:06 2010 From: apackard68 at att.net (apackard68 at att.net) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:48:06 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! In-Reply-To: References: <4C6ECF4F.1010205@maine.rr.com> Message-ID: <2102983752-1282405688-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-806222967-@bda328.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Do you have an aftermarket steering wheel? My motolita would ground on the disk, esp during autocrosses. I bought a sheet of plastic material from Tap Plastics here in the Bay Area and made a disk/washer out of it to go between the back of the steering wheel and the disk. The disk is not exactly round and centered, so the washer I created corrected for this and doesn't allow contact any more. It was a simple solution to a very aggravating problem. Andy CD6746L HVDA and a bunch of other stuff Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -----Original Message----- From: im sloane Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:32:44 To: ; <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [6pack] Self-beeping Horns! Dave, Based on the 74 schemetic, the purple/black is coming from the button and should be connected to W2. If it has ground all the time, it's shorted out, as the horn-push should send ground to this wire. The purple wire should be connected to W1 & C2, sending 12v to the relay, and the purple/yellow connects to C1 sending 12v to the horns when the relay trips. Alot of us probably have the worn column bushings that cause the horn to beep when you're pushing hard on the wheel. Like someone said, it grounds out and then sends ground down the purple/black wire. good luck, Sloane :) > Hey all; > > I have been trying to track-down an apparent short in my car's horns. So > far, I've > disassembled the steering column, checked out the horn ring and > purple/black > wire from the ring to the harness and find that it's not broken, > pinched, or chafed. > I have disconnected the purple/black wire from the W1 on the relay > because when > I touch it to the terminal the horn beeps!! From the horn relay, I have > followed the > purple/yellow wires' path to the horns, but see no connections there > amiss..... > > Do these horns ever get internal shorts somehow? All grounds appear to > be in order. > > Any insights/suggestions would be *greatly* appreciated....!! > > Dave Friedlander > '74 Six w/A-OD and TBI > _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/apackard68 at att.net From lfm614 at aol.com Sat Aug 21 10:50:19 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 16:50:19 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual Message-ID: <1354607900-1282409220-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-771153367-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> You mean Dan Master's Electrical manual for the TR6? The 6-PACK store has the for the least $ that I have seen but site is down for maintenance today. Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: Joe Honor Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual Sent: Aug 21, 2010 10:29 AM Where San I purchase Don's seminal work? Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From j.honor at comcast.net Sat Aug 21 10:48:26 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (Joe Honor) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:48:26 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual In-Reply-To: <1354607900-1282409220-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-771153367-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> References: <1354607900-1282409220-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-771153367-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Message-ID: <29F860C3-EE40-4038-BAC6-1AEA607C222C@comcast.net> Well then it'll be worth the wait! Thanks Joe Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2010, at 12:50 PM, lfm614 at aol.com wrote: > You mean Dan Master's Electrical manual for the TR6? The 6-PACK store has the for the least $ that I have seen but site is down for maintenance today. > > Lou > 72 Pimento > ------Original Message------ > From: Joe Honor > Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net > To: TR-6 list > Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual > Sent: Aug 21, 2010 10:29 AM > > Where San I purchase Don's seminal work? > > Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org Sat Aug 21 11:40:23 2010 From: 75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org (Bob Danielson) Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:40:23 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual In-Reply-To: <0E77EB9B-B631-4725-8F97-CC40AEDAE0BE@comcast.net> References: <0E77EB9B-B631-4725-8F97-CC40AEDAE0BE@comcast.net> Message-ID: <893B17120FA344A4AB091BE1DCE382DE@BobPC> I believe 6-Pack sells it in their online store (www.6-pack.org) and Moss has it in their catalog. Bob Bob Danielson 1975 TR6 CF38503U Running w/ Throttle Body Injection, Toyota 5 speed & Nissan LSD http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org -------------------------------------------------- From: "Joe Honor" Sent: Saturday, August 21, 2010 11:29 AM To: <6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: [6pack] Don masters manual > Where San I purchase Don's seminal work? > > Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/75tr6 at tr6.danielsonfamily.org From trmarty at hotmail.com Mon Aug 23 10:34:00 2010 From: trmarty at hotmail.com (marty sukey) Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:34:00 -0400 Subject: [6pack] [TR] beer tasting at VTR 2010 In-Reply-To: <8AB99C4CABE44B7D9BF4412E3E526CC0@DCS78M81> References: <8AB99C4CABE44B7D9BF4412E3E526CC0@DCS78M81> Message-ID: Hi Tom. A six or eight pack will be fine, or whatever you want to bring. The way it works is we open our bottles and set them on a big table. I provide glasses and folks walk around and sample the different beers, so it's not like you have to provide a bottle for everybody. Looking forword to trying your Red Ale. I should be bottling a special batch in a few weeks. Hope it is ready by October. There was some really great beers at the last one. Marty > From: tfansher at comcast.net > To: triumphs at autox.team.net > Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:20:11 -0400 > Subject: [TR] beer tasting at VTR 2010 > > Just bottled up a batch of Red Ale. It should be good for Jekyll Island. > Having not been able to attend the other beer tasting and seeing that it's on > the schedule, what's a good number of 12oz bottles to bring along. I know I'm > opening myself up to very large numbers, but this is a fairly serious > question. I'm in the TR3.....so space is limited. Although, Janet could bring > some in the Stag ;^) > Tom > > _______________________________________________ > Triumphs at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $11.47 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/triumphs/trmarty at hotmail.com From alanatkinson at hotmail.com Mon Aug 23 19:30:12 2010 From: alanatkinson at hotmail.com (Alan Atkinson) Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:30:12 -0400 Subject: [6pack] Looking for more pictures Message-ID: About a year back I posted a request for pictures for the 6-Pack site. It was pretty well subscribed. Well the site's had a makeover. The pictures are in a much prettier gallery - if you don't go and aren't a total Luddite, you should check out the new site. I'm a bit biased, but I think it's an improvement on the old one. What I'd really like to get is a bunch more pics of 6's and 250's to add. Stock or not. Original paint or bright pink, all are welcome. If you'd like to see your car on the internet, send me a picture and a brief description to webmaster at 6-pack.org Thanks in advance, Alan Atkinson 6-Pack webmaster. From j.honor at comcast.net Tue Aug 24 15:39:15 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:39:15 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] fan problem continues Message-ID: <735255441.341565.1282685955971.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> my fan woes continue with my tr6 with hayden fan. just rec;d today and installed replacement hayden thermastat and also swapped new relay. nothing happened! clearly i must have a short or an open line somewhere. my earlier post i had inspected all wiring-appears intact, fuses -ok and fan when hotwired to battery works. what are suggestions at this point. if I disgard raly etc and go direct to battery- doI use a spst type switch or something else? interested in your guidance. regards, Joe ps ordered don masters book-not yet rec'd. From lfm614 at aol.com Tue Aug 24 16:45:16 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:45:16 +0000 Subject: [6pack] fan problem continues Message-ID: <2068573719-1282689711-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-962130188-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Well sounds like a broken wire or bad connection if the fan works and you have a new t-stat & relay. Are you sure you are getting power to the hot side of the relay from the fusebox? Would not go to switch, don't think it will fix it anyway. Do you have a meter or light to check for 12 volts or continuity? Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: j.honor at comcast.net Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Subject: [6pack] fan problem continues Sent: Aug 24, 2010 4:39 PM my fan woes continue with my tr6 with hayden fan. just rec;d today and installed replacement hayden thermastat and also swapped new relay. nothing happened! clearly i must have a short or an open line somewhere. my earlier post i had inspected all wiring-appears intact, fuses -ok and fan when hotwired to battery works. what are suggestions at this point. if I disgard raly etc and go direct to battery- doI use a spst type switch or something else? interested in your guidance. regards, Joe ps ordered don masters book-not yet rec'd. _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From mark at bradakis.com Tue Aug 24 17:39:39 2010 From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis) Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:39:39 -0600 Subject: [6pack] fan problem continues In-Reply-To: <735255441.341565.1282685955971.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> References: <735255441.341565.1282685955971.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <4C74583B.3010005@bradakis.com> Have you done any testing at all of the wires in the circuit, using a test light or voltmeter? Which part is getting power when it should, which part isn't? mjb. From j.honor at comcast.net Tue Aug 24 20:35:03 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (Joe Honor) Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:35:03 -0500 Subject: [6pack] Update on my Hayden fan saga Message-ID: I successfully established a workaround to bypass both relay and radiator thermostat to have now simple 20a simple on/off switch for fan/ works ok what are my downsides to this ie no relay no fuse/which I could easily patch in Regards Joe From j.honor at comcast.net Tue Aug 24 20:52:42 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (Joe Honor) Date: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:52:42 -0500 Subject: [6pack] fan problem continues In-Reply-To: <4C74583B.3010005@bradakis.com> References: <735255441.341565.1282685955971.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> <4C74583B.3010005@bradakis.com> Message-ID: <4CCB6E60-2C5E-4F5E-B195-587835A2A1CB@comcast.net> Mark I have a test sensor with light I am going to see what is hot- I will heat up radiator to check on the thermostat switch kicking in at 180 to see if that powers up fan wire is there another way to test the relay other that that one downstream hot? A way to test thermostat switch? Regards Joe Joe Honor / Sent from my iPhone On Aug 24, 2010, at 6:39 PM, Mark J Bradakis wrote: > Have you done any testing at all of the wires in the > circuit, using a test light or voltmeter? Which > part is getting power when it should, which part isn't? > > mjb. > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/j.honor at comcast.net From lfm614 at aol.com Wed Aug 25 06:25:40 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:25:40 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Update on my Hayden fan saga Message-ID: <1348164327-1282738934-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1768567606-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Joe, I would not leave it on the switch. If it doesn't go through the key, it will stay on and kill the battery. If you forget to switch it on and miss the high gauge reading you can overheat. I can't imagine that you have another bad set of t-stat & relay. Check the wiring in common. I believe that you should be able to short the connections from the t-stat on the relay and it should activate. Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: Joe Honor Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Subject: [6pack] Update on my Hayden fan saga Sent: Aug 24, 2010 9:35 PM I successfully established a workaround to bypass both relay and radiator thermostat to have now simple 20a simple on/off switch for fan/ works ok what are my downsides to this ie no relay no fuse/which I could easily patch in Regards Joe _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From j.honor at comcast.net Wed Aug 25 13:21:27 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (Joe Honor) Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:21:27 -0500 Subject: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan Message-ID: Ok always good to check all connection-and see they they all actually have power load etc my ignition-continuous power to the fuse box was hooked up to a non powered lug both from accessory and when ign is on once changes to a tested hot lug voilC ! All works as it should engine gauge shows hot I will swap out sender to see I'd that matches what me be real thanks everyone! Regards Joe From lfm614 at aol.com Wed Aug 25 16:41:05 2010 From: lfm614 at aol.com (lfm614 at aol.com) Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:41:05 +0000 Subject: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan Message-ID: <279011553-1282775859-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-619915403-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> I guess you mean you were checking it all along with the key off all along. Personally I have mine wired to turn off power with the key so that it is off and not coming on when I am working under the hood. Don't think that there is any benefit for the fan to run until the rad cools off if the water pump is not circulating the water. Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: Joe Honor Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Subject: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan Sent: Aug 25, 2010 2:21 PM Ok always good to check all connection-and see they they all actually have power load etc my ignition-continuous power to the fuse box was hooked up to a non powered lug both from accessory and when ign is on once changes to a tested hot lug voilC ! All works as it should engine gauge shows hot I will swap out sender to see I'd that matches what me be real thanks everyone! Regards Joe _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From j.honor at comcast.net Wed Aug 25 17:40:04 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2010 23:40:04 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan In-Reply-To: <279011553-1282775859-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-619915403-@bda590.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Message-ID: <323061533.412042.1282779604822.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Lou I agree with that set up. it was inadvertently setup by the prior owner to the incorrect fuse lug that had no continuous power when on acceessory. just put 80 miles and all OK. running abit hot suspect my temp sender. will wait fo rnew aluminum radiator with related thermatate etc to see how it then before investigation. Thanks. regards, Joe ----- Original Message ----- From: lfm614 at aol.com To: "Joe Honor" , "TR-6 list" <6pack at autox.team.net> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 5:41:05 PM Subject: Re: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan I guess you mean you were checking it all along with the key off all along. Personally I have mine wired to turn off power with the key so that it is off and not coming on when I am working under the hood. Don't think that there is any benefit for the fan to run until the rad cools off if the water pump is not circulating the water. Lou 72 Pimento ------Original Message------ From: Joe Honor Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Subject: [6pack] Latest on my Hayden fan Sent: Aug 25, 2010 2:21 PM Ok always good to check all connection-and see they they all actually have power load etc my ignition-continuous power to the fuse box was hooked up to a non powered lug both from accessory and when ign is on once changes to a tested hot lug voilC ! All works as it should engine gauge shows hot I will swap out sender to see I'd that matches what me be real thanks everyone! Regards Joe _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/lfm614 at aol.com From tjh173 at yahoo.com Thu Aug 26 08:58:58 2010 From: tjh173 at yahoo.com (Timothy Holbrook) Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:58:58 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [6pack] POR on threads Message-ID: <26481.49614.qm@web34508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Guys - my brother has a GT6 and recently had his floors replaced. Body shop used POR on the floors, which is great stuff as we all know - BUT...some POR seems to have made its way to the captive nuts for the seat mounts, seatbelt mounts, etc, and he's having a tough time getting the bolts to thread. He's understandably worried about stripping the threads. Thoughts on how best to resolve this? Just go slowly and lube the threads as he goes? Or is there something he can use to try to clean the POR off the threads beforehand? Tim Holbrook 1971 TR6 From red_tr250 at yahoo.com Thu Aug 26 09:52:11 2010 From: red_tr250 at yahoo.com (Todd Bermudez) Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:52:11 -0400 Subject: [6pack] POR on threads In-Reply-To: <26481.49614.qm@web34508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <26481.49614.qm@web34508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8CE30923-94E8-42E0-A208-62CD30EC59DF@yahoo.com> Run a tap down the threads...should cut the paint Todd Sent from my iPhone On Aug 26, 2010, at 10:58 AM, Timothy Holbrook wrote: > Guys - my brother has a GT6 and recently had his floors replaced. Body shop > used POR on the floors, which is great stuff as we all know - BUT...some POR > seems to have made its way to the captive nuts for the seat mounts, seatbelt > mounts, etc, and he's having a tough time getting the bolts to thread. He's > understandably worried about stripping the threads. > > > Thoughts on how best > to resolve this? Just go slowly and lube the threads as he > goes? Or is > there something he can use to try to clean the POR off the threads > beforehand? > > Tim Holbrook > 1971 TR6 > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/red_tr250 at yahoo.com From apackard68 at att.net Thu Aug 26 10:01:58 2010 From: apackard68 at att.net (apackard68 at att.net) Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:01:58 +0000 Subject: [6pack] POR on threads In-Reply-To: <26481.49614.qm@web34508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <26481.49614.qm@web34508.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1551790607-1282838520-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1234772766-@bda328.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Use a well-oiled tap with a cordless drill and run it through each thread. Andy Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -----Original Message----- From: Timothy Holbrook Sender: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:58:58 To: 6Pack List<6pack at autox.team.net> Subject: [6pack] POR on threads Guys - my brother has a GT6 and recently had his floors replaced. Body shop used POR on the floors, which is great stuff as we all know - BUT...some POR seems to have made its way to the captive nuts for the seat mounts, seatbelt mounts, etc, and he's having a tough time getting the bolts to thread. He's understandably worried about stripping the threads. Thoughts on how best to resolve this? Just go slowly and lube the threads as he goes? Or is there something he can use to try to clean the POR off the threads beforehand? Tim Holbrook 1971 TR6 _______________________________________________ 6pack at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/apackard68 at att.net From dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com Thu Aug 26 13:27:05 2010 From: dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com (Dave Waldorf) Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:27:05 -0400 Subject: [6pack] POR on threads (apackard68@att.net) Message-ID: I would never use a cordless drill with a tap. Taps are VERY hard, and will cross thread and cut into the captive nuts easily, ruining them. You're also running the risk of breaking the (brittle) tap off in the nut. This is something that should be done manually with a tap handle, backing the tap out out a 1/4 turn occasionally to be sure there's nothing interfering with the threads. --Dave Waldorf From slbridge at hotmail.com Thu Aug 26 18:38:59 2010 From: slbridge at hotmail.com (steve bridge) Date: Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:38:59 +0000 Subject: [6pack] POR on threads (apackard68@att.net) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: The guy I get POR from claims the stuff will tighten up a worn thread. He says you should fill all the threads and tap to make them seal and snug up better. > From: dwaldorf at cinci.rr.com > To: 6pack at autox.team.net > Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:27:05 -0400 > Subject: Re: [6pack] POR on threads (apackard68 at att.net) > > I would never use a cordless drill with a tap. Taps are VERY hard, and will > cross thread and cut into the captive nuts easily, ruining them. You're > also running the risk of breaking the (brittle) tap off in the nut. > > This is something that should be done manually with a tap handle, backing > the tap out out a 1/4 turn occasionally to be sure there's nothing > interfering with the threads. > > --Dave Waldorf > _______________________________________________ > > 6pack at autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/6pack/slbridge at hotmail.com From slbridge at hotmail.com Tue Aug 31 09:08:59 2010 From: slbridge at hotmail.com (steve bridge) Date: Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:08:59 +0000 Subject: [6pack] A/C setup For Sale Message-ID: Not mine, on other side of state, so I can't go look at it for you. "1976 tr6 factory air conditioner parts compressor does not work very rare hard to find call 605-271-5090 " From slbridge at hotmail.com Tue Aug 31 09:13:27 2010 From: slbridge at hotmail.com (steve bridge) Date: Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:13:27 +0000 Subject: [6pack] TR6 A/C unit Message-ID: 1976 tr6 factory air conditioner parts compressor does not work very rare hard to find call 605-271-5090 Not mine, it's on the other side of the state, so I can't assist in any way. From j.honor at comcast.net Tue Aug 31 20:51:32 2010 From: j.honor at comcast.net (j.honor at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 1 Sep 2010 02:51:32 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [6pack] seat belt starter interlock Message-ID: <1657990637.747027.1283309492032.JavaMail.root@sz0075a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> I have 74 TR6, currently I have no problem with what I consider the dreaded starter lockout due to mind of own seat belt interface module. I know having down this before a couple of years ago- placed a jumper on the seat belt module I think on pin # 11 & 12 thereby cutting out this daterderly circuit. let me know your thoughts. Don Master book references connecting WR and WO wires to otain similar results-I think? welcome your thoughts and solution to this prior to my upcoming roadtrip. regards, Joe