[TR] TR2-3-4 Engine and Rad Taps
Brian Thomas
thomasb at queensu.ca
Sun May 2 10:11:11 MDT 2021
Hi,
I'm having great difficulty getting either of the drain taps in the TR2 to stop leaking. I've tried various used taps from my 45+ year "collection" without any success. The taps leak mostly out the drain hole but some also where screwed into the block/rad.
I recently ordered a pair of new replacements from Rimmer with high hopes but after install, both leak from the side opposite the lever - see pic. This is with antifreeze in, rad cap off and no pressurization. I've asked Rimmer for comment, but they are closed until Tuesday (bank holiday Monday).
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The pic is shows the engine install with the spring portion "up" - that's what it tightened to.
Has anyone had success with current offerings from the various vendors? I see Moss also offers them - others? TRF doesn't currently have them.
I'm about to give up and try the Don Elliot solution sealing the taps where they thread into the block/rad.
Appreciate any suggestions.
Stay well and cheers,
Brian
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Brian Thomas E-Mail: Brian.Thomas at QueensU.Ca<mailto:Brian.Thomas at QueensU.Ca>
92 Wyona Lane Phone: 613-385-1947
Wolfe Island, Ontario Toys: 54 TR2, 56 TR3, 67 TR4A,
Canada K0H 2Y0 01 XKR, 75 John Deere 920
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