[TR] Transmission re-build/service

[wbeech at flash.net]

Andrew,
Good thoughts, is there a source for NOS syncros?  The flywheel was
re-surfaced just 3,000 miles ago, but as a matter of course I will be
checking it when she comes apart, there have been no indicators of any
problems such as slow release or juttering on engagement.

O/D?  Had not really thought about it but it might be nice if I am going to
drive to VTR this year.  Of course, if this wild bidding war for the car
continues I may just sell it and start another project!

Bill

Bill Beecher
'58 TR-3A TS30766L  "Tarbaby"
www.triumphowners.com/1566
"A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it is called...of
course, some times it is difficult to make it go"



-----Original Message-----
From: Andrew Uprichard [mailto:auprichard at uprichard.net] 
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 5:55 AM
To: wbeech at flash.net; triumphs at autox.team.net; british-cars at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [TR] Transmission re-build/service

Bill:

My clutch went out in June and I took the opportunity to replace all the
synchros.  I managed to get NOS - apparently some of the after markets ones
aren't as good (he asks?).  Surprisingly, 4th gear was the worst - crunched
going from 3rd for a year or two.

But given your clutch was the primary problem, you may want to check there
is no run-out on the flywheel which contributed to the clutch failure.

How about taking the opportunity to add an overdrive?

Andrew Uprichard

-----Original Message-----
From: triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of wbeech at flash.net
Sent: Sunday, November 13, 2011 6:55 PM
To: triumphs at autox.team.net; british-cars at autox.team.net
Subject: [TR] Transmission re-build/service

I am putting an new clutch in this winter and while I don't have many
complaints about my original/stock TR3 transmission I was just wondering if
this would not be a good time to check for worn parts and replace as needed.
 
I am experiencing no odd noises and about the only 'problem' I seem to have
is downshifting from 4th to 3rd while at speed, such as when I want to pass
another car.  Is this a bad syncro?  Would it be wise to go ahead and
replace all the syncros just to be safe while it is apart?
 
Thanks in advance for your valued advice.
 
Bill
 
Bill Beecher
'58 TR-3A TS30766L  "Tarbaby"
www.triumphowners.com/1566
"A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it is called...of
course, some times it is difficult to make it go"


triumphs 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/triumphs/auprichard@uprichard.net