[TR] Game Plan

[rbtr3a at cox.net]

Recently I purchased a hybrid of a TR6.  72 body 74 drive train. 
At some point the previous owners had rattle caned the upper engine components silver. Intake, carbs and head. There is green over pray on the block as well. 

My plan is this winter is to pull the engine, and trans/OD and clean up and correctly paint the engine. And uniformly repaint the engine compartment to match the body. 


This engine feels strong and pulls well. So I'll pull a compression test for comparison.

While the engine is out I was thinking of pulling to pan and change out bearing shells while it is out. Check the thrust washers for end float. 

I will attempt to seal up any potential oil leaks. I will hammer and dolly the pan flat for I'm sure it's been over torqued. 

I'm also considering swapping out the Stromburgers  with a freshly rebuilt set of SU's I currently have.  

While engine is out I'll rebuild the front suspension components.

This car need several areas of attention. Engine bay, suspension, interior, and carpet set. If the compression test are favorable id like to focus dollars in the other areas rather than do a full engine rebuild.  

Share your thought. 

 



 

Ronnie