[TR] TR7/TR8 blinker question

jpaynepbr at cox.net jpaynepbr at cox.net
Sat May 23 17:36:04 MDT 2020


Jim,

If its like other TR's (6's, Spitfires, etc.) then you have to use a lucas
thermal flasher unit.  

The canister ones at the local parts store look similar, but  the thermal
bits inside are not the same, and will cause problems similar to what you
are describing.

There was also a recent string here on the late spitfire hazard switches,
which everything run through  on the late cars causing problems


-----Original Message-----
From: Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> On Behalf Of Jim Henningsen
Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2020 4:17 PM
To: 'Triumphs' <triumphs at autox.team.net>
Subject: [TR] TR7/TR8 blinker question

Low mileage (18k) 81 TR8.  Hasn't been run much.  Beginning my regular
exercise schedule on the car and notice the blinkers are working
intermittently on both sides. Four way flasher work perfectly.  When blinker
does come on it is not a consistent pattern like the flashers.  Three fast
blinks two slow  then nothing.    Right now in garage I'm getting nothing.
I'm thinking it is an electrical  connection or contact point.  Any
recommendations on best place to start.  All four bulbs working on flashers
and other lights work too.  
Thanks,
Jim Henningsen
61 TR3A
62 TR4
75 TR6
81 TR8
82 Jeep CJ8 (Looking for a new home) 

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