From StagByTriumph at tscusa.org  Wed Jul  1 22:23:58 2009
From: StagByTriumph at tscusa.org (Glenn A. Merrell)
Date: Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:23:58 -0600
Subject: [Spits] StagByTriumph has invited you to join Triumph TransAmerica
 in Flickr
Message-ID: <4A4C365E.2060203@tscusa.org>

Hi Triumph Enthusiasts following the TTA and John Macartney,

I wanted to invite you to join the Triumph Trans America 2009 Charity
Drive group on Flickr! It's called Triumph TransAmerica, and it
has the daily and weekly photo postings for John Macartney's
trip across North America to promote awareness for Post
Traumatic Stress Disorder - PTSD.

Remember, see updates on
  for the whole drive too!

(I hope this link works)
If you would like to join this group, click on the
following link (or copy and paste it into your web browser).
Then you can see what this group is all about!

http://www.flickr.com/welcome/35069279/118728/


See you there!

StagByTriumph


p.s. If you are not interested, just ignore this email.
Flickr won't bug you again and there's nothing special you
have to do.


-- 
Glenn Merrell
TSN Admin
http://www.triumphstag.net
mailto:StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org

From StagByTriumph at tscusa.org  Thu Jul  2 18:37:00 2009
From: StagByTriumph at tscusa.org (Glenn A. Merrell)
Date: Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:37:00 -0600
Subject: [Spits] [TR] StagByTriumph has invited you to join Triumph
 TransAmerica in Flickr
In-Reply-To: <003F29916D0B424C8DF7B27914CB8DA9@CarlPC>
References: <4A4C365E.2060203@tscusa.org>
	<003F29916D0B424C8DF7B27914CB8DA9@CarlPC>
Message-ID: <4A4D52AC.2070004@tscusa.org>

Thanks Gents,

Sorry for the bad link issue with Flickr.

This was my first attempt at getting the Flickr invite out for the TTA 
start of the drive photos. I'll do a bit more investigating over the 
next several days to see how to do the invite properly if needed.
At this time, the best way to go see the TTA photos is go to the main 
web site
http://triumphtransamerica.org.uk/?p=300

and on Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/groups/triumphtransamerica/

It appears that there is some settings that need to be tweaked in Flickr 
in order to view all the photos uploaded so far.  One way to see all the 
photos is to become a free Flickr member and then "Join the Group" for 
Triumph Transamerica

This seems to allow access to other group members uploads too.

Sorry, I'm new to Flickr, it looks like a great tool, but I and Tim need 
to play around with it a bit more to get it sorted.

In the mean time, have a look at the progress photos and comments!

ISOA has done a fantastic job, TTA is off to a nice start!  Make sure 
you see John and the car when is passes or arrives in your area.

Cheers!

Glenn Merrell
TTA north American Coordinator


Carl TR wrote:
> Glenn - the link didn't work for me.  Is there a way to go to flickr 
> and locate the group to join?
>
> Thanks
> Carl
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Glenn A. Merrell" 
> <StagByTriumph at tscusa.org>
> To: "Triumph Triumph list" <triumphs at autox.team.net>; "6-Pack" 
> <6pack at autox.team.net>; "TR8 Mail List Members" 
> <tr8 at mercury.lcs.mit.edu>; "Spitfires Mail List Members" 
> <spitfires at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 12:23 AM
> Subject: [TR] StagByTriumph has invited you to join Triumph 
> TransAmerica in Flickr
>
>
>> Hi Triumph Enthusiasts following the TTA and John Macartney,
>>
>> I wanted to invite you to join the Triumph Trans America 2009 Charity
>> Drive group on Flickr! It's called Triumph TransAmerica, and it
>> has the daily and weekly photo postings for John Macartney's
>> trip across North America to promote awareness for Post
>> Traumatic Stress Disorder - PTSD.
>>
>> Remember, see updates on
>>  for the whole drive too!
>>
>> (I hope this link works)
>> If you would like to join this group, click on the
>> following link (or copy and paste it into your web browser).
>> Then you can see what this group is all about!
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/welcome/35069279/118728/
>>
>>
>> See you there!
>>
>> StagByTriumph
>>
>>
>> p.s. If you are not interested, just ignore this email.
>> Flickr won't bug you again and there's nothing special you
>> have to do.
>>
>>
>> -- 
>> Glenn Merrell
>> TSN Admin
>> http://www.triumphstag.net
>> mailto:StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org

From andrew.lindeman at gmail.com  Sat Jul  4 09:45:31 2009
From: andrew.lindeman at gmail.com (Andrew Lindeman)
Date: Sat, 4 Jul 2009 09:45:31 -0600
Subject: [Spits] Seat Belt Anchor Removal
Message-ID: <2cc65d5a0907040845o93a2e53q339d4d71a1d7b4e1@mail.gmail.com>

I tired of getting rust marks on my clothing from my old seat belts,
and they were surely too old to be trusted anyhow.  The new belts from
Spitbits don't have the same clip on mounting points.  Trying to pull
out the old anchors has been quite a chore.  They don't have any place
to put a socket so I've been using the extension for my ratchet inside
the loop to slowly start moving them out.  The going is pretty slow,
even after a soak in some penetrating oil.  Does anyone have a better
way to pull out these anchors?

Andy

From ccullen16 at cogeco.ca  Mon Jul  6 10:58:58 2009
From: ccullen16 at cogeco.ca (ccullen16 at cogeco.ca)
Date: Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:58:58 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Suspension Question
Message-ID: <4a522d52.1dc.593d.19570@cogeco.ca>

I have recently tackled rebuilding the rear suspension of my 74 spitfire when it became apparent that the rear passenger
side bearing was in need of replacement. I have purchased the necessary parts to rebuild and I am waiting on their
arrival. Unfortunately, in the process of removing one of the hub flanges I inadvertently damaged one of hub flanges (I
had the right tool to pull, but in my ignorance didn't back out the nut enough holding the hub flange on). This prompted
me to source out a used replacement, which I was surprisingly able to do in my own town. In addition, to the replacement
used hub flange. I was also able to locate two complete used hub assemblies. Over the weekend I had planned to put these
two complete units in my car with my thinking being that over the winter I would replace these used units with the
rebuilt ones from the new parts and the ones that need replacement. Unfortunately, I realized (after much work) that the
flange on the u-joint of the used unit I obtained is not the same size as the one that was on there (the used units are
from a 67 Spitfire). Needless to say this was pretty disappointing. I was curious/wondering (prior to putting more
effort into these used units) if it is possible to exchange the flanges on the two units? I have tried to remove the
flange from the u-joint on one of the assemblies from the 74 spitfire, but have been unsuccessful.  So, I guess my
question would be:

1) Can I exchange the flanges i.e. will my bigger flange from my 74 spitfire fit/work on the 67 hub assembly?
2) Is there some type of secret of how to disassemble (and then reassemble) the u-joint that holds the flange on. As an
FYI I did utilize a method I researched online (using a vise and two different sized sockets) and I have moved one of
the cups out of the yoke, but I can't seem to disengage the bearing cup out of the yoke (prior to utilizing "irish
persuasion" in its removal I thought wise to ask here first).

Thanks,

Jim Cullen

From cwnfot at gmail.com  Mon Jul  6 11:45:56 2009
From: cwnfot at gmail.com (Clark Nicholls)
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 13:45:56 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Suspension Question
In-Reply-To: <4a522d52.1dc.593d.19570@cogeco.ca>
References: <4a522d52.1dc.593d.19570@cogeco.ca>
Message-ID: <9cc6ccc20907061045p1050dafeo1257286b18372efa@mail.gmail.com>

In one word, No. 1967 round tail spitfires axle length is about 1 inch
shorter (you should be able to measure the difference). The hub and flanges
are the same but the axle shaft is shorter.
Clark

From spitlist at cox.net  Mon Jul  6 12:05:30 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 11:05:30 -0700
Subject: [Spits] Rear Suspension Question
In-Reply-To: <9cc6ccc20907061045p1050dafeo1257286b18372efa@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4a522d52.1dc.593d.19570@cogeco.ca>
	<9cc6ccc20907061045p1050dafeo1257286b18372efa@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <AFFBD94F1860480B86E1313866C98158@joepentiumnew>

Clark,
The flange that connects to the diff is smaller on the Mk3 than the ones on
the 1500.

Joe

-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Clark Nicholls
Sent: Monday, July 06, 2009 10:46 AM
To: ccullen16 at cogeco.ca
Cc: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spits] Rear Suspension Question

In one word, No. 1967 round tail spitfires axle length is about 1 inch
shorter (you should be able to measure the difference). The hub and flanges
are the same but the axle shaft is shorter.
Clark
Spitfires at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

http://www.team.net/archive

From cwnfot at gmail.com  Mon Jul  6 17:01:36 2009
From: cwnfot at gmail.com (Clark Nicholls)
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 19:01:36 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Suspension Question
In-Reply-To: <AFFBD94F1860480B86E1313866C98158@joepentiumnew>
References: <4a522d52.1dc.593d.19570@cogeco.ca>
	<9cc6ccc20907061045p1050dafeo1257286b18372efa@mail.gmail.com>
	<AFFBD94F1860480B86E1313866C98158@joepentiumnew>
Message-ID: <9cc6ccc20907061601qc9330ber810dc1093a2c1705@mail.gmail.com>

Perhaps I misunderstood, I thought he bent the outer flange with the wheel
studs on his '74 Spitfire and was going to use the 67 axles after installing
the bigger '74 u-joint flanges on them. The 67 axles are shorter and if
installed on a 74 will not fit well and will result in extra toe in. I know,
I did this myself about 30 years ago.

From spitlist at cox.net  Wed Jul  8 00:16:47 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Tue, 7 Jul 2009 23:16:47 -0700
Subject: [Spits] Spitfire Database Milestone
Message-ID: <614BE3D33C5947C4BF3F8D02137563BC@joepentiumnew>

I just got finished with the monthly update of the Spitfire database and
have to announce that another milestone has been accomplished.

There are now over 12,000 spitfires listed.

Thanks to all the people who have sent in your data and for those Spit
owners who have not sent in your data, now is your chance to contribute to
the next milestone.

http://members.cox.net/spitlist/index.html

Cheers,
Joe Curry

From andrew.lindeman at gmail.com  Fri Jul 10 18:27:46 2009
From: andrew.lindeman at gmail.com (Andrew Lindeman)
Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:27:46 -0600
Subject: [Spits] Seat Belt Anchor Removal
In-Reply-To: <2cc65d5a0907040845o93a2e53q339d4d71a1d7b4e1@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2cc65d5a0907040845o93a2e53q339d4d71a1d7b4e1@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2cc65d5a0907101727y7c5afcfdjaf0a848a14301482@mail.gmail.com>

Since I heard nothing but crickets for this question, and was unable
to find anything in the archives, I figured I'd share what I did.

I ended up going to the hardware store and getting a piece of steel
with a loop on either end.  Originally I had gone in to find a hook
with some threads to do the double nut trick, but changed my mind when
I got there.  I made a small cut in one of the loops so I could hook
it through the seat belt loop, then I used my largest screw driver
through the other loop to turn it.  I was able to get all the leverage
I needed, and could easily pull up at the same time to keep my
makeshift loop engaged with the seat belt anchor.

Enjoy!

Andy L.

From jimmuller at rcn.com  Fri Jul 10 20:47:18 2009
From: jimmuller at rcn.com (Jim Muller)
Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:47:18 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Seat Belt Anchor Removal
In-Reply-To: <2cc65d5a0907101727y7c5afcfdjaf0a848a14301482@mail.gmail.com>
References: <2cc65d5a0907040845o93a2e53q339d4d71a1d7b4e1@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4A57C4F6.2268.6E859588@localhost>

On 10 Jul 2009 at 18:27, Andrew Lindeman wrote:

> Since I heard nothing but crickets for this question,

Ain't nobody here but us crickets.  Sorry about silence.  We usually 
make more noise.

Your solution sounds like it works.  I would have considered a large 
crescent wrench across the loop of the anchor, but since I don't 
recall exactly what it looks like I wouldn't swear it's a good idea.

-- 
Jim Muller
jimmuller at rcn.com
'80 Spitfire, '70 GT6+

From mmilkevitch at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 12 17:49:20 2009
From: mmilkevitch at yahoo.com (Matthew Milkevitch)
Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2009 16:49:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
Message-ID: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Fellow Listers;
A fairly recent post on this list mentioned that Triumph TR7 wheels will fit a
Spitfire, with some modifications to the lug holes. I addition, I found a link
on Paul Tegler's website that goes into more depth on this. 
Today I mounted one of my TR7 wheels on my Spitfire and I really liked the
look.  Also, the tire is wider than the stock Spit tire.  My question to the
list:  is anyone currently running TR7 wheels on their Spit?  And if so, can
you comment on any performance enhancement?
Thanks for your opinions,Matt Milkevitch'77 Spitfire

From dwaldronca at shaw.ca  Sun Jul 12 19:04:50 2009
From: dwaldronca at shaw.ca (Doug Waldron)
Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:04:50 -0500
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
In-Reply-To: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4A5A8832.3030807@shaw.ca>

Hi,

I've run TR7 wheels on my '78 for years now. With 5.5 in wide rim I can 
run Yokohama R032 175/60/13 tires comfortably. I don't know of any 
performance tire that fits nicely on the stock Spitfire rim.

- Doug

Matthew Milkevitch wrote:
> Fellow Listers;
> A fairly recent post on this list mentioned that Triumph TR7 wheels will fit a
> Spitfire, with some modifications to the lug holes. I addition, I found a link
> on Paul Tegler's website that goes into more depth on this. 
> Today I mounted one of my TR7 wheels on my Spitfire and I really liked the
> look.  Also, the tire is wider than the stock Spit tire.  My question to the
> list:  is anyone currently running TR7 wheels on their Spit?  And if so, can
> you comment on any performance enhancement?
> Thanks for your opinions,Matt Milkevitch'77 Spitfire
> _______________________________________________
>
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Spitfires at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
>
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From spitlist at cox.net  Sun Jul 12 22:21:19 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2009 21:21:19 -0700
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
In-Reply-To: <4A5A8832.3030807@shaw.ca>
References: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<4A5A8832.3030807@shaw.ca>
Message-ID: <05A69F378DC24C2ABA733193FD4B2F74@joepentiumnew>

I am running 15" TR7/8 Panasports on my Spitfire with no problems.

Joe

-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Doug Waldron
Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2009 6:05 PM
To: Matthew Milkevitch
Cc: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire

Hi,

I've run TR7 wheels on my '78 for years now. With 5.5 in wide rim I can 
run Yokohama R032 175/60/13 tires comfortably. I don't know of any 
performance tire that fits nicely on the stock Spitfire rim.

- Doug

Matthew Milkevitch wrote:
> Fellow Listers;
> A fairly recent post on this list mentioned that Triumph TR7 wheels will
fit a
> Spitfire, with some modifications to the lug holes. I addition, I found a
link
> on Paul Tegler's website that goes into more depth on this. 
> Today I mounted one of my TR7 wheels on my Spitfire and I really liked the
> look.  Also, the tire is wider than the stock Spit tire.  My question to
the
> list:  is anyone currently running TR7 wheels on their Spit?  And if so,
can
> you comment on any performance enhancement?
> Thanks for your opinions,Matt Milkevitch'77 Spitfire
> _______________________________________________
>
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Spitfires at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
>
> http://www.team.net/archive
Spitfires at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

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From cwnfot at gmail.com  Mon Jul 13 13:31:26 2009
From: cwnfot at gmail.com (Clark W. Nicholls)
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:31:26 -0400
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
In-Reply-To: <05A69F378DC24C2ABA733193FD4B2F74@joepentiumnew>
References: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<4A5A8832.3030807@shaw.ca>
	<05A69F378DC24C2ABA733193FD4B2F74@joepentiumnew>
Message-ID: <001101ca03f0$8603a2a0$920ae7e0$@com>

Is it true that the lug studs on the TR7 are larger diameter than on the
Spitfire but the bolt pattern is the same (thus the lug hole in the TR7
wheels are larger)?

This would infer that you need to be careful that the lugnuts, if simply
installing factory steel TR7 wheels on a Spitfire, are tightening on the
wheel and not on the axle flange, if you know what I mean. May need larger
acorn lugnuts.

I've never done this, only from what I've read .

Clark

From spitlist at cox.net  Mon Jul 13 13:52:52 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:52:52 -0700
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
In-Reply-To: <001101ca03f0$8603a2a0$920ae7e0$@com>
References: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<4A5A8832.3030807@shaw.ca>
	<05A69F378DC24C2ABA733193FD4B2F74@joepentiumnew>
	<001101ca03f0$8603a2a0$920ae7e0$@com>
Message-ID: <DD67DEBCB0F148FCA8296C5771C02C5E@joepentiumnew>

Since I have never owned a TR7 (or TR8), I can't say.  That said, I
installed Chevy Metric Studs on The car that runs the 15" Panasports (for
obvious reasons).

Joe

-----Original Message-----
From: Clark W. Nicholls [mailto:cwnfot at gmail.com] 
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2009 12:31 PM
To: 'Joe Curry'; 'Doug Waldron'; 'Matthew Milkevitch'
Cc: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire

Is it true that the lug studs on the TR7 are larger diameter than on the
Spitfire but the bolt pattern is the same (thus the lug hole in the TR7
wheels are larger)?

This would infer that you need to be careful that the lugnuts, if simply
installing factory steel TR7 wheels on a Spitfire, are tightening on the
wheel and not on the axle flange, if you know what I mean. May need larger
acorn lugnuts.

I've never done this, only from what I've read .

Clark

From opposumking at verizon.net  Tue Jul 14 03:36:17 2009
From: opposumking at verizon.net (Nolan)
Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:36:17 -0400
Subject: [Spits] TR7 Wheels on a Spitfire
References: <889447.74855.qm@web50907.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001201ca0466$8a149360$230bfea9@mde.state.md.us>

I run them.  It's a half inch wider.  There isn't really any performance 
enhancement from that 1/2".  Lets you run a slightly wider tire, which can 
give enhancement.  Stock TR7 wheels fit just fine in the Spitfire wheel 
wells.



> Fellow Listers;
> A fairly recent post on this list mentioned that Triumph TR7 wheels will 
> fit a
> Spitfire, with some modifications to the lug holes. I addition, I found a 
> link
> on Paul Tegler's website that goes into more depth on this.
> Today I mounted one of my TR7 wheels on my Spitfire and I really liked the
> look.  Also, the tire is wider than the stock Spit tire.  My question to 
> the
> list:  is anyone currently running TR7 wheels on their Spit?  And if so, 
> can
> you comment on any performance enhancement?
> Thanks for your opinions,Matt Milkevitch'77 Spitfire

From george.r.parker at att.net  Tue Jul 14 06:00:31 2009
From: george.r.parker at att.net (george.r.parker at att.net)
Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:00:31 +0000
Subject: [Spits] John Macartney's Triumph TransAmerica drive
Message-ID: <071420091200.26687.4A5C735F000116B90000683F22230647029B0A02D29B9B0EBF9D0A059D0E9FD29DD20A099D010A09@att.net>

I was very priviliged to welcome John to Virginia at Moss Motors' new facility just south of Richmond.  John and "Uncle Jack" arrived around 1:15, and while John coordinated some spares for the car, I coordinated lunch with the wife back home.  We got back up to our house around 4pm and, as noted on John's site, my wife had a terrific spread set up for us.  And my friend Matt had arrived w/ his Rolls (also noted on John's site).

I'd just like to add a few words about that Rolls.  As a die-hard sports car guy, I never thought I'd be interested in a car like that, but it's REALLY NEAT!  It has the V12 engine and one of only 3 (I believe) Hooper bodies (though there were about 715 Phantom III's built).  Matt has made huge strides in improving the car over the past few years.  While the body still wears the patina of its age, functionally, everything works.  The thermostatically controlled vanes in front of the radiator, the "intercom" between the rear seat and the driver's compartment, the "trafficators" in the B pillar, electric rear window shade, etc.....  As I said, it's a NEAT car!

In addition to "Uncle Jack" and the PIII, we had an early and a later TR-6, a TR-250 w/ surry top, and my Spitfire, which, alas, had to remain in the garage, as I was unable to get it running well enough for this drive.  So I drove the lone piece of Japanese "iron" - but the spirit was there!

To echo what Chip Krout wrote on John's website, everyone who is able really should take the time to meet up with John (and don't forget the contributions!).  We heard some interesting stories over lunch, but I'm sure there are MANY more!  If only there was the time....
--
George P. 
Ruther Glen, VA

From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Thu Jul 23 10:12:57 2009
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:12:57 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Spits] WOODSTOCK (NY) BRITISH CAR MEET SEPTEMBER 26th, 2009
Message-ID: <25303115.1248365577665.JavaMail.root@elwamui-rubis.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

The Second Annual
WOODSTOCK BRITISH CAR MEET
(British motorcycles & pre-1980 European cars invited too)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th - 10:00AM to 4:PM
(Rain Date: Sunday, September 27)

AT THE WOODSTOCK PLAYHOUSE
Intersection of Route 212 and Route 375, Woodstock, NY

Join more than 100 British car owners for a smashing display of classic,
quirky, and lovable British classics, right in the heart of Woodstock New
York and the Catskill Mountains.

Don't have a show car? Don't worry! Projects-in-progress, daily drivers,
and vintage racers are just as welcome as Concours quality show cars.
If it's British, bring it! The heart of the picturesque and historic hamlet of
Woodstock is just a few minutes walk from the Playhouse, offering shops,
restaurants, live music, & much more.

Cars will enter the field starting at 10:AM, and the fun goes on all day.
Around 2 pm, we'll present awards, including People's Choice and the
Longest Distance Traveled. Spectators are welcome - FREE parking
is available.

The registration fee for British cars is $15 per car at the gate; there is no
pre-registration. All of the proceeds from this event benefit the non-profit
Woodstock Playhouse. non-profit Food and Refreshments will be available

DIRECTIONS
>From NYS Thruway / I-87: Take Exit 19 (Kingston) and head west on Route
28 for 5.8 miles (Speed Trap - stay under 50 mph) then turn right onto Route
375 North, which will end 2.9 miles later at Route 212 and the Playhouse.
>From Saugerties (Exit 20) Take Route 212 West into the hamlet of Woodstock.
The intersection of Route 375 will be on your left; the Playhouse entrance is on
your right. From points west: Take Route 28 East to Route 375 North. Travel
2.9 miles, and the road will end at Route 212 and the Playhouse.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: e-mail Woodstock.British at gmail.com

From parrotthead01 at comcast.net  Thu Jul 23 13:12:00 2009
From: parrotthead01 at comcast.net (Daniel Parrott)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:12:00 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Powder Coat Question
Message-ID: <024f01ca0bc9$74bcc220$5e364660$@net>

Has anyone ever use the tube silicon sealant to protect sensitive areas when
powder coating?  I figured  since the plugs and caps are made with cured
silicone, that some hardened silicone will also provide protection, and
still be easy to remove.  Any ideas?

 

Dan Parrott

Savannah, Ga

1980 Triumph Spitfire "PJ"

1972/1978 Spit Six Project car "Joseph"

From frede.thomas2 at verizon.net  Thu Jul 23 14:05:00 2009
From: frede.thomas2 at verizon.net (FRED E THOMAS)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:05:00 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Powder Coat Question
References: <024f01ca0bc9$74bcc220$5e364660$@net>
Message-ID: <BFFB7F07D6BA4EEA9388E2695D495027@fred8kwiskhcfu>

Daniel, I have only used the =caps & plugs=, never a problem   FT
====================================================================================
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Daniel Parrott" <parrotthead01 at comcast.net>
To: "'Spitfire list'" <spitfires at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2009 3:12 PM
Subject: [Spits] Powder Coat Question


> Has anyone ever use the tube silicon sealant to protect sensitive areas 
> when
> powder coating?  I figured  since the plugs and caps are made with cured
> silicone, that some hardened silicone will also provide protection, and
> still be easy to remove.  Any ideas?
>
>
>
> Dan Parrott
>
> Savannah, Ga
>
> 1980 Triumph Spitfire "PJ"
>
> 1972/1978 Spit Six Project car "Joseph"
> _______________________________________________
>
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From thomas309 at aol.com  Thu Jul 23 14:24:51 2009
From: thomas309 at aol.com (thomas309 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:24:51 EDT
Subject: [Spits] MGB for sale...NFI
Message-ID: <c1b.55bf421f.379a2113@aol.com>

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(http://newyork.craigslist.org/fct/cto/1284813811.html) 
**************Dell Deals: Treat yourself to a sweet deal on popular 
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From parrotthead01 at comcast.net  Thu Jul 23 15:24:11 2009
From: parrotthead01 at comcast.net (Daniel Parrott)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:24:11 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Powder Coat Question
In-Reply-To: <BFFB7F07D6BA4EEA9388E2695D495027@fred8kwiskhcfu>
References: <024f01ca0bc9$74bcc220$5e364660$@net>
	<BFFB7F07D6BA4EEA9388E2695D495027@fred8kwiskhcfu>
Message-ID: <027101ca0bdb$ebbf0bf0$c33d23d0$@net>

I have a flat place on my front hub that is less than 1/64" wide and 3/4"
long.  I can't get a piece of the green tape to stick very well.

Dan Parrott
Savannah, Ga
1980 Triumph Spitfire "PJ"
1972/1978 Spit Six Project car "Joseph"



-----Original Message-----
From: FRED E THOMAS [mailto:frede.thomas2 at verizon.net] 
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2009 4:05 PM
To: Daniel Parrott; 'Spitfire list'
Subject: Re: [Spits] Powder Coat Question

Daniel, I have only used the =caps & plugs=, never a problem   FT
============================================================================
========
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Daniel Parrott" <parrotthead01 at comcast.net>
To: "'Spitfire list'" <spitfires at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2009 3:12 PM
Subject: [Spits] Powder Coat Question


> Has anyone ever use the tube silicon sealant to protect sensitive areas 
> when
> powder coating?  I figured  since the plugs and caps are made with cured
> silicone, that some hardened silicone will also provide protection, and
> still be easy to remove.  Any ideas?
>
>
>
> Dan Parrott
>
> Savannah, Ga
>
> 1980 Triumph Spitfire "PJ"
>
> 1972/1978 Spit Six Project car "Joseph"
> _______________________________________________
>
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Spitfires at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
>
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From StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org  Fri Jul 24 21:31:46 2009
From: StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org (Glenn A. Merrell)
Date: Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:31:46 -0600
Subject: [Spits] TTA Charity Drive tweets on Twitter
Message-ID: <4A6A7CA2.7010001@triumphstagclub.org>

This email is sent out to all the Triumph lists.  If you are not 
interested in Twitter updates for the Triumph Trans America Charity 
Drive 2009, please excuse the intrusion and delete this email.


Hi All,
I have set up a Twitter account for John Macartney, and I also have one 
myself. 

Tweet texts to Twitter from my phone work fine, I just found out how to 
get texts coming TO my phone and also on my Twitter page.

This will take a bunch of interested people to get this group going, so 
if you are on Twitter (like Randall - tr3nut) join it!

I'll try to keep some morning and evening status texts about John's 
travels until John starts tweeting himself, something I need to get John 
in the habit of for the next two months.  It will really help out for 
when he goes into Canada for the last part of the TTA drive, tweets are 
cheaper than making cell phone calls from a US based cell phone.

To follow John, John's Twitter user name is TTASTAG   - all capitals

My Twitter user name is StagByTriumph  - just like it is typed.

I am getting ready to launch an email campaign to get people to notice 
the TTA drive and its cause promoting awareness for PTSD, and also for 
getting John's Visa extended using an email campaign.  As I get updates 
I'll send tweets.

If I identify a contact source for example, like writing an email to 
President Obama at http://www.whitehouse.gov/CONTACT/ to have him look 
into getting John's charity drive or visa extension, please spread the 
word! (that is a hint!)

If any of you know contacts others need to email or contact to promote 
awareness for this drive, likewise, spread the word!

Maybe you think Twitter is useless?

This would also work really well for say, opposing anti classic/antique 
car legislation for example because tweets get the word out like 
wildfire and give an immediate reply avenue to your elected representatives.
Maybe asking a group of fellow TR3 enthusiasts where to find a part?
Possibilities are endless.

Thanks!

-- 
Glenn Merrell
TTA Charity Drive North American Coordinator
TSN Admin
http://www.triumphstag.net
mailto:StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org

From sinclair at degenkolb.com  Tue Jul 28 14:38:33 2009
From: sinclair at degenkolb.com (Mark Sinclair)
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:38:33 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller
Message-ID: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost.com>

Hello all:



I'm replacing some rear axles seals, starting with the inner axles
assemblies.  I believe I need the same Churchill Tool, the puller, for
the inner and outer axles.  Can anyone confirm this?



Also, does anyone is there a source these days for the rear axle puller,
a replica for the Churchill Tool?

Failing that, does anyone know someone in the San Francisco Bay Area who
has done these.



Thanks

Mark Sinclair

From parrotthead01 at comcast.net  Tue Jul 28 14:45:51 2009
From: parrotthead01 at comcast.net (Daniel Parrott)
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:45:51 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller
In-Reply-To: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost.com>
References: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost.com>
Message-ID: <005501ca0fc4$653577d0$2fa06770$@net>

I found one at Canley Classics
(http://www.canleyclassics.com/products.asp?article=hubpuller.xml).

I purchased one when the dollar/pound exchange rate was pretty good.  Well
made example, not bad for the price.


Dan Parrott
Savannah, Ga
1980 Triumph Spitfire "PJ"
1972/1978 Spit Six Project car "Joseph"



-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark Sinclair
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 4:39 PM
To: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller

Hello all:



I'm replacing some rear axles seals, starting with the inner axles
assemblies.  I believe I need the same Churchill Tool, the puller, for
the inner and outer axles.  Can anyone confirm this?



Also, does anyone is there a source these days for the rear axle puller,
a replica for the Churchill Tool?

Failing that, does anyone know someone in the San Francisco Bay Area who
has done these.



Thanks

Mark Sinclair
Spitfires at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

http://www.team.net/archive

From jblair1948 at cox.net  Tue Jul 28 15:17:49 2009
From: jblair1948 at cox.net (John T. Blair)
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:17:49 -0400
Subject: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller
In-Reply-To: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost .com>
References: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost.com>
Message-ID: <6.2.5.6.1.20090728170854.01d79900@cox.net>

At 04:38 PM 7/28/2009, Mark Sinclair wrote:

 >I'm replacing some rear axles seals, starting with the inner axles
 >assemblies.  I believe I need the same Churchill Tool, the puller, for
 >the inner and outer axles.  Can anyone confirm this?
 >
 >Also, does anyone is there a source these days for the rear axle puller,
 >a replica for the Churchill Tool?

Mark,

You might try somthing like this from Northern Tools:

Performance Tool Hub Puller and Installer Set, Model# W89324

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200354081_200354081

It is similar though a little different shape.

I purchased a Craftsman version of this about 40 yrs ago and have used it
to pull Spit hubs over the years:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00971567000P?keyword=hub+puller

John



>Failing that, does anyone know someone in the San Francisco Bay Area who
>has done these.
>
>
>
>Thanks
>
>Mark Sinclair
>_______________________________________________
>
>Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
>Spitfires at autox.team.net
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>
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John T. Blair  WA4OHZ     email:  jblair1948 at cox.net
Va. Beach, Va
Phone:  (757) 495-8229

           48 TR1800    48 #4 Midget    65 Morgan 4/4 Series V (B1106)
      75 Bricklin SV1 (#0887)    77 Spitfire    71 Saab Sonett III
                        65 Rambler Classic

Morgan:    www.team.net/www/morgan
Bricklin:  www.bricklin.org

If you can read this             - Thank a teacher!
If you are reading it in English - Thank a Vet!!

From spitlist at cox.net  Tue Jul 28 18:56:24 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:56:24 -0700
Subject: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller
In-Reply-To: <6.2.5.6.1.20090728170854.01d79900@cox.net>
References: <CC3E0411FBDE1B4194287750E393F4550293EA0C@BE18.exg3.exghost.com>
	<6.2.5.6.1.20090728170854.01d79900@cox.net>
Message-ID: <A13FA368C20345D9972951E88ED8138B@joepentiumnew>

That tool works very well for bending Spitfire hubs!  You need the Churchill
tool to stabilize the hub while applying the pressure to the axle.

Joe

-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of John T. Blair
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 2:18 PM
To: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Spits] Rear Axle Puller

At 04:38 PM 7/28/2009, Mark Sinclair wrote:

 >I'm replacing some rear axles seals, starting with the inner axles
 >assemblies.  I believe I need the same Churchill Tool, the puller, for
 >the inner and outer axles.  Can anyone confirm this?
 >
 >Also, does anyone is there a source these days for the rear axle puller,
 >a replica for the Churchill Tool?

Mark,

You might try somthing like this from Northern Tools:

Performance Tool Hub Puller and Installer Set, Model# W89324

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200354081
_200354081

It is similar though a little different shape.

I purchased a Craftsman version of this about 40 yrs ago and have used it
to pull Spit hubs over the years:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00971567000P?keyword=hub+puller

John



>Failing that, does anyone know someone in the San Francisco Bay Area who
>has done these.
>
>
>
>Thanks
>
>Mark Sinclair
>_______________________________________________
>
>Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
>Spitfires at autox.team.net
>http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
>
>http://www.team.net/archive

John T. Blair  WA4OHZ     email:  jblair1948 at cox.net
Va. Beach, Va
Phone:  (757) 495-8229

           48 TR1800    48 #4 Midget    65 Morgan 4/4 Series V (B1106)
      75 Bricklin SV1 (#0887)    77 Spitfire    71 Saab Sonett III
                        65 Rambler Classic

Morgan:    www.team.net/www/morgan
Bricklin:  www.bricklin.org

If you can read this             - Thank a teacher!
If you are reading it in English - Thank a Vet!!
Spitfires at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

http://www.team.net/archive

From s1500 at comcast.net  Wed Jul 29 08:15:39 2009
From: s1500 at comcast.net (s1500)
Date: Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:15:39 -0500
Subject: [Spits] A trip to Wisconsin - radio wiring?
Message-ID: <4A70598B.9060506@comcast.net>

So, I decided to take a trip to Baldwin, Wisconsin to a paintball field 
to hang out with friends & such. Decided to take the Spitty down since I 
paid so much for insurance(okay, 300 bucks), I might as well get the 
most out of it.

Overall, things went pretty good. It used up more fuel than I wanted for 
a 30-mile trip, so I knocked the fuel pressure regulator down by a half. 
The result was quite a bit less fuel being used on the way back.

Hit a puddle on the dirt road out, and got stuck for a bit, but eased my 
way out. The only damage was a busted muffler mount that was rubber + 
rope construction. Time to make a metal one.

Day later, I bled out the rear brakes and found out the adjuster on the
rear right was seized, making brake tuning almost impossible. Some
greasing(a VERY light amount, clear of the pads) and it was going again. 
Now I just have to address the tranny fluid leak, or if it's just messy.

Anyways, my question for the forum: Any place I can get info on car 
radio wiring diagrams? My google searches so far have found nothing, 
with the wiring diagrams really not even mentioning a radio. I know 
there's pairs of wires for each of the 4 speakers(thus at least 8 
wires), but there's more for the power antenna(don't have), and such. 
It's a bit of a mess of wires down there and I want to sort them out to 
fix my volume problem once and for all. I'm from 4 speakers down to 2 as 
the PO's wiring job for the speakers wasn't up to par.

From spitlist at cox.net  Wed Jul 29 09:04:50 2009
From: spitlist at cox.net (Joe Curry)
Date: Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:04:50 -0700
Subject: [Spits] A trip to Wisconsin - radio wiring?
In-Reply-To: <4A70598B.9060506@comcast.net>
References: <4A70598B.9060506@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <44934BB0F7254C3398EE6D75C3BDFB55@joepentiumnew>

Radio wiring is fairly simple.  There is an accessory terminal on the
ignition switch that will provide power in both the On and accessory
positions so you can run the radio even when the car is not running.  That
is where you want to put the radio power wire.

The speaker wiring is straight forward.  Most radios have both the hot and
return wires provided.  If yours has only the hot side, you can put the
speaker's negative side to ground.  

The only other thing to consider is if you are installing a modern radio,
you will probably have to provide an "always on" power source which is
necessary for keeping the radio presets (Stations and clock) energized.  It
will be a constant battery drain but not sufficient to really worry about.

Some modern radios also provide a wire to control electric antennas.  If
yours has this and you don't have an electric antenna, disregard that wire.

Joe

-----Original Message-----
From: spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of s1500
Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 7:16 AM
To: spitfires at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spits] A trip to Wisconsin - radio wiring?

So, I decided to take a trip to Baldwin, Wisconsin to a paintball field 
to hang out with friends & such. Decided to take the Spitty down since I 
paid so much for insurance(okay, 300 bucks), I might as well get the 
most out of it.

Overall, things went pretty good. It used up more fuel than I wanted for 
a 30-mile trip, so I knocked the fuel pressure regulator down by a half. 
The result was quite a bit less fuel being used on the way back.

Hit a puddle on the dirt road out, and got stuck for a bit, but eased my 
way out. The only damage was a busted muffler mount that was rubber + 
rope construction. Time to make a metal one.

Day later, I bled out the rear brakes and found out the adjuster on the
rear right was seized, making brake tuning almost impossible. Some
greasing(a VERY light amount, clear of the pads) and it was going again. 
Now I just have to address the tranny fluid leak, or if it's just messy.

Anyways, my question for the forum: Any place I can get info on car 
radio wiring diagrams? My google searches so far have found nothing, 
with the wiring diagrams really not even mentioning a radio. I know 
there's pairs of wires for each of the 4 speakers(thus at least 8 
wires), but there's more for the power antenna(don't have), and such. 
It's a bit of a mess of wires down there and I want to sort them out to 
fix my volume problem once and for all. I'm from 4 speakers down to 2 as 
the PO's wiring job for the speakers wasn't up to par.
Spitfires at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

http://www.team.net/archive

From StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org  Fri Jul 31 09:37:25 2009
From: StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org (Glenn A. Merrell - TSN)
Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:37:25 -0600
Subject: [Spits] TTA Stag (a.k.a. "Uncle Jack") and John Macartney renter US
 of A- visa SOLVED
Message-ID: <4A730FB5.9050001@triumphstagclub.org>

Hello All,

Well against opinions to the contrary, John Macartney of Ex-Triumph 
fame, driving the Triumph Trans AmeriCan STTAG (the car is also known as 
"Uncle Jack" in Honor of the Memory of FOT Racer Jack Drews) have 
successfully crossed back into the USA, totally without incident or 
delay, and after a very successful hosting with the Toronto area Triumph 
Club and raising funds for Anxiety Disorders of Canada and the other 
charities!!  Thank you Ontario Triumphs, and all the hosts and host 
clubs for all your support and help!

The newsflash is, John now has his visa extended via his "new" I-94 form 
until 30 October!!  Visa issue SOLVED for the duration of the drive!!!
 
What does this mean for North American Triumph (and all British Car) 
drivers? 
It means, get your cars on the road to meet up with John over then next 
9 weeks on this first of its kind  epic journey to Triumphest / North 
American Triumph Challenge 2009 in San Luis Obispo.  There are many 
folks planning on caravaning with John on the last leg down the Pacific 
Coast Highway to SLO, this will be one of the greatest caravans of 
Triumphs EVER!!  I am currently tallying all the Triumphs that have 
participated in some part of this drive and hope to have tallies ready 
by SLO.

This Weekend, BIG PARTY AT ISOA!!!

-- 
Glenn Merrell
TTA North American Charity Drive Coordinator 2009
TSN Admin
http://www.triumphstag.net
mailto:StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org

From ralph at cloverleaf-auto.com  Sat Jul 25 05:37:17 2009
From: ralph at cloverleaf-auto.com (Ralph Steinberg)
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:37:17 -0400
Subject: [Spits] VRG Historic Races at NJ
Message-ID: <000001ca0d1c$43f9f320$cbedd960$@com>

Mark Palmer of the VRG asked me to let everyone know about the second annual
VRG Historic Races at New Jersey Motorsports Park.

 I drove a friend's K1 cycle fender Allard there last year and it was a
blast. The track is really set up for our older cars. Big track, fun to
drive and safe. VRG knows how to put on event, they ought to these are the
same guys that have been running The Vintage Festival at New Hampshire
International for the past 7 years, PVGP/VRG Historic Races at BeaveRun for
the last 5 and they added the Jefferson 500 this year. Also been running the
Turkey Bowl forever so Like I said people who know how to put on a fun safe
event. Even if you do not race let your friends know who do and come on out
anyway and meet us. Perhaps you will start!

 

 

 

September 18-20


 

Come join us for the second annual New Jersey Historic Races, on the
Lightning Circuit at New Jersey Motorsports Park!  Last year, we had over
150 entries, making it the largest vintage race of NJMP's inaugural year.  

 

VRG offers the only vintage event on the Lightning Circuit, a fast 1.9-mile
course designed by Carroll Shelby with sweeping turns, some interesting
elevation changes, and the signature  "Lightbulb" banked turn leading onto
the front straight.  Some of the turns are reminiscent of the old
Bridgehampton track, and Mont Tremblant, two of our favorite layouts - this
is a real driver's track!  

 

The convenient location in southern New Jersey can't be beat, it's a short
tow from anywhere in the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic(about an hour south of
Philadelphia, or two hours from New York City).  We'll have tons of track
time during our full three-day event, and a great dinner again this year at
the nearby Millville Army Airfield Museum.  We're working on a special
surprise for Saturday night, too.

 

Don't hesitate to invite your significant other!  There are things to do
right in Millville (the world-class glass museum), good restaurants
downtown, and Atlantic City and the Jersey shore are less than an hour's
drive from the track.  So please send your entry soon - as with all VRG
events, non-members are always welcome!  Entry blanks and additional
information is available on the VRG web site at www.vrgonline.org under
"Events".

From StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org  Fri Jul 31 21:10:38 2009
From: StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org (Glenn A. Merrell - TSN)
Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:10:38 -0600
Subject: [Spits] Triumphest Registration Reminder
Message-ID: <4A73B22E.8040304@triumphstagclub.org>

Folks, this is very important to let the Triumphest / NATC 2009 
organizers know you are coming so they can make proper arrangements.  If 
all the arranged hotels are booked, there are quite a large number of 
Triumphs planning to attend.  Please let them know of your intentions to 
attend, this is going to be one HUGE show folks, probably the largest 
yet!!!  Cheers,

Glenn Merrell
TTA North American Drive Coordinator 2009
TSN Admin
http://www.triumphstag.net
mailto:StagByTriumph at triumphstagclub.org

Relayed  to the Triumph lists by StagByTriumph ...


From: Jim Funkhouser <jimspit at charter.net>
Hello everyone.

I am shot-gunning this out to my entire VTR-Triumphest-2009 mailing 
list. If you receive this more than once, my apologies.

As of this writing, there are only 60 days left until 
VTR-Triumphest-2009. All of the organizers are hard at work doing their 
best to make this the best gathering of Triumph Owners EVER!

We hope that you will be able to join us in San Luis Obispo, CA on 
Wednesday September 30th through October 4th, 2009.

The reserved rooms at the Embassy Suites and the Best Western hotels are 
gone, but there are other places to stay within a short driving 
distance. Check our website for details: www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com 
<http://www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com/>

You can download a registration form 
here: http://www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com 
<http://www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com/>

Here is the strange thing... The hotels are sold out, our website has 
had more than 8,200 viewers, and the registration page has had over 900 
hits. But, we have only received less than 100 registration forms. It 
appears that many folks are waiting until the last minute to register.

Following is an email written by SCTOA member Julius Abellera with his 
thoughts concerning this subject.

If you have the ability to forward email to your club members, or know 
who does, please send this along to them. Our event is fast approaching, 
and we want to make sure that everyone is registered. That way we can be 
sure that everyone will enjoy this world class event.

Looking forward to seeing you in San Luis Obispo,

Jim Funkhouser
Communications Director
VTR-Triumphest 2009
C: 818-802-9503
E: JimSpit at Charter.net <mailto:JimSpit at Charter.net>
www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com <http://www.vtr-triumphest-2009.com/>


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Congratulations!

You have decided to treat yourself, and your Triumph, by attending this 
years historic VTR-Triumphest-2009 event. This is the first time VTR has 
visited California, and to share their VTR National Convention.

This event, as with all other club activities you may have participated 
in, are accomplished solely by volunteers. These well-run events dont 
just happen -- the magic is created by the organizers and various 
committee volunteers for VTR-Triumphest-2009 who have been diligently 
doing their part by donating time and effort, and working to ensure a 
fantastic meet for you to attend.

I recently attended a local event, and during my foot travels amongst 
the British Iron, I spoke with several individuals who had made the 
commitment to attend VTR-Triumphest-2009. They said that they already 
have made their room reservations at the hotel. I asked them if they 
have registered for the event yet, and surprisingly they havent. Many 
people said, I have my registration form filled out, just I havent 
mailed it in yet.

For me, they go hand in hand. Once I decide that my TR and I are going, 
I call the hotel to make my room reservation. When I get off phone, I 
fill out the registration form, then write a check and put it in the 
mail box.

Why?

1. Im aware that TR clubs are non-profit, volunteer based groups.

2.  Registration fees are incoming finances to offset some of the 
outgoing cash flow for hotel fees, regalia, equipment rental, etc.

3.  Im going!  Im registered at the hotel, and paid up for the event. 
Theres no hassles on arrival, no chance of forgetting something, or 
finding out that there are only medium sized T-shirts left.

4.  Being pre-registered is the way to go. All I have to do is show up 
in my TR, park in the Triumph only parking lot, and skip the hassle of 
trying to register on the spot. Instead, I pick up my pre-registration 
goodie bag, and head off to my room. Its a good feeling knowing that I 
have done my small part to help with funding this huge event.

Without a doubt, this is the largest overlooked issue with the 
participants;  the need for you to get your registration form completed 
and mailed with your check, NOW!

This is your chance to show the Triumph World that you are one of the 
special Triumph owners from throughout the USA who has attended this 
historic event.

Please take this opportunity to do what may seem to be a small but, much 
needed part.

See you in SLO!

TR6 N IT Julius


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So, send your registration form in NOW!

Send it to:
SCTOA
P.O. Box 83820
Los Angeles, CA 90083

Questions can be directed to:

Paulette Caudill
310-322-2546
paulette.caudill at att.net <mailto:paulette.caudill at att.net>

Bob Muzio
818-703-1846
tr_jag at yahoo.com <mailto:tr_jag at yahoo.com>