[TR] Triumphs Digest, Vol 19, Issue 6. Now TR3 Glove Box in ABS Plastic. AVAILABLE NOW.
David Friedlander
forzion7 at gmail.com
Fri Jan 9 10:12:39 MST 2026
Joe ~
Haven’t seen your name on the list for quite awhile…. 😀 Cubby door
retainers are also a need. The ones currently offered don’t seem to stand
up to use…
Dave
On Fri, Jan 9, 2026 at 11:56 AM JOSEPH ALEXANDER <n197tr4 at cs.com> wrote:
>
> I am fabricating glove boxes. I did one for my TR3. Missing for 40
> years……👿
>
> Any interest? Direct replacement. US only. Same price as cardboard
> fiber version.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Joe Alexander
> 4505 Donald Dr
> Cedar Falls, IA 50613
> Alexander Racing Ent.
> Website: Gasketinnovations.com
> Email: N197tr4 at cs.com
> Cell: 319.464.4711
>
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> > 1. Re: LOOK. At. THIS. (Frank Fisher)
> > 2. Re: Redoing the whole commission plate process (Frank Fisher)
> > 3. Commission plate (John Macartney)
> > 4. Re: LOOK. At. THIS. (Paul Dorsey)
> > 5. Re: Redoing the whole commission plate process (bill beecher)
> > 6. Re: Triumphs Digest, Vol 19, Issue 2 (j t)
> > 7. Re: Redoing the whole commission plate process (John Macartney)
> > 8. Re: Redoing the whole commission plate process (John Macartney)
> > 9. Re: Redoing the whole commission plate process [and how
> > people can confuse things] (Philip Ethier)
> >
> >
> > ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2026 19:54:57 +0000 (UTC)
> > From: Frank Fisher <yellowtr3 at yahoo.com>
> > To: Alex&Janet Thomson <aljlthomson at charter.net>, Paul Dorsey
> > <dorpaul1 at gmail.com>
> > Cc: Triumph List <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Re: [TR] LOOK. At. THIS.
> > Message-ID: <1392561942.8386230.1767815697665 at mail.yahoo.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >
> > Paul how good to see you emailing again.what did you ever do with your
> TR?
> > and im not sure i like the volvo as modified, but id sure like to drive
> it one time
> >
> > Frank Fisher
> >
> > On Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 01:04:42 PM PST, Paul Dorsey <
> dorpaul1 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > https://www.facebook.com/share/19ytP2WKwo/
> >
> > On Tue, Jan 6, 2026 at 8:22?AM Alex&Janet Thomson <
> aljlthomson at charter.net> wrote:
> >
> >
> > That reminds me of International Loadstar series trucks in the early
> sixties. The serial number plate was screwed to the driver's door and
> sometimes the GVW space was left blank. You may say that wasn't a very
> secure or permanent location but the serial number was also stamped onto
> the left frame rail, just below where the steering box was bolted on.
> Internationals were real component trucks (like most medium duty trucks)
> with just about everything sourced from outside manufacturers. Unless you
> had a copy of the line settting ticket, it could be a challenge to figure
> out what parts to select when doing a major repair.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Alex Thomson
> >
> > '73 TR6 and lots of farm equipment
> >
> > ?
> >
> > From: Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> On Behalf Of Greg Lemon
> > Sent: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 1:36 AM
> > To: Triumph List <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> >
> > ?
> >
> > I don't have real strong feeling one way or the other on re-doing or
> re-using a commission plate, but the mention of the DMV not caring about
> the rivets reminded me of a story (I am getting old, so all I have left is
> my stories). My brother restored a one owner very original Bugeye Sprite.?
> He reused the original plate.? The original plate is secured with sheet
> metal screws.? He reused the original screws.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Anyway, DMV didn't like the screws, said it had to be riveted.? He even
> brought the "Complete Original" book, which showed and mentioned the
> screws.? So the car with original parts is rejected at title inspection.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > I don't remember how it ended, but I think my pragmatic brother gave up
> and riveted the plate on.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Greg Lemon
> >
> > TR250
> >
> > ?
> >
> > On Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 11:40?PM dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I get that.? ?IMHO,? a beautiful plate complements a gorgeous
> restoration.? An original plate,? although original,? does not.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > I'm going to have my new plate laser engraved.? ?No, it's not original,?
> but it is beautiful?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > -------- Original message --------
> >
> > From: Don Hiscock <don.hiscock at gmail.com>
> >
> > Date: 1/5/26 7:52 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >
> > To: DAVID MASSEY <dave1massey at cs.com>
> >
> > Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net, Stephen Oertwig <oertwig at mac.com>
> >
> > Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> >
> > ?
> >
> > I'm with Dave -- there's no shame, or substitute, for an original
> commission number plate irrespective of condition or attachment.? :)
> >
> > ?
> >
> >
> https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SqWXG5Z/0/Nf7ZNSGg9vnb6B5GkBgNJVpXPjB8TssRwFgXW4qzn/X5/i-SqWXG5Z-X5.jpg
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Don
> >
> > Santa Fe
> >
> > (TR3B TSF202L with original commission?plate)
> >
> > ?
> >
> > On Mon, Jan 5, 2026 at 6:15?PM DAVID MASSEY <dave1massey at cs.com> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I wouldn't worry about the rivets.? The inspecting officer won't have a
> clue as to what rivets are supposed to be there.? And having a perfectly
> done commission plate constitutes over-restoration.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Dave
> >
> > ?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > On Monday, January 5, 2026 at 07:59:17 AM CST, Stephen Oertwig <
> oertwig at mac.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?
> >
> > ?
> >
> > I need to redo plate on 1967 2000 estate. At least attach the original
> one so sheriff can validate the VIN to get the estate titled in Missouri.
> It is a long process. I have been studying the different rivets used on
> other 2000s so the plate looks similar.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Then need to find new 2000 plate. The original commission plate has
> numbers of different sizes. Sure it is because each worker was given one
> stamp of different sizes so there was no consistency in stamping details.
> Thought maybe it was a Friday car; was commissioned on a Tuesday. Maybe
> after lunch.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Would be hard to find a laser engraver out here in country. Not sure I
> would like something that perfect after seeing all the other commission
> plates and body numbers.
> >
> > ?
> >
> > Steve
> >
> > ?
> >
> >>> On Jan 4, 2026, at 1:00?PM, triumphs-request at autox.team.net wrote:
> >>
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> >>
> >
> >> ? 1. Re: new commission plate and stamping (dave northrup)
> >
> >> ? 2. Re: Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >
> >> ? ? ? (Sujit Roy)
> >
> >>
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> >>
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> >> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
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> >>
> >
> >> Message: 1
> >
> >> Date: Sun, 4 Jan 2026 02:46:28 +0000
> >
> >> From: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >
> >> To: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>, "triumphs at autox.team.net"
> >
> >> ??? <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >
> >> Message-ID: <1a67faca0d794e059a26647c9f884936 at ranteer.com>
> >
> >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >
> >>
> >
> >> I was told that there are now laser "engravers" who can do this
> >
> >>
> >
> >>
> >
> >> -------- Original message --------
> >
> >> From: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>
> >
> >> Date: 1/3/26 4:55 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >
> >> To: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >
> >>
> >
> >> Used to be able to get the stamp sets at Harbor Freight.? Of course,
> the ?3? will be wrong.
> >
> >> Bill
> >
> >>
> >
> >> ?The harder I work, the luckier I get?? H. Ford
> >
> >>
> >
> >>> On Dec 6, 2025, at 3:44?PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >
> >> ?
> >
> >> Who is the go to person for a 58 TR3a?
> >
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> >> Message: 2
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> >> Date: Sat, 3 Jan 2026 21:26:32 -0800
> >
> >> From: Sujit Roy <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >
> >> To: Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >
> >> Cc: Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >
> >> Message-ID:
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> >> ??? <CANLCLaFpcQwtS2hf5x8YWBbs8DMCJVyo4V3ORj-LAOJwwG2BGw at mail.gmail.com
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> >> Thanks, I'll check them out.
> >
> >>
> >
> >> On Fri, Jan 2, 2026 at 5:53?AM Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >
> >> wrote:
> >
> >>
> >
> >>> Hi Sujit,
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> I have experience with these type kits and they all work basically the
> >
> >>> same by pulling gases up thru testing fluid and looking for a color
> change.
> >
> >>> The multiple test claims relate to the amount of fluid in the kit. You
> >
> >>> don't need to use much fluid for each test.
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> Having said this you can also look for a blown head gasket by running
> the
> >
> >>> car at idle with the radiator cap off until the thermostat opens. If
> when
> >
> >>> it opens you only observe coolant flowing you're good. If coolant gets
> >
> >>> blown out of the radiator instead of flowing that's a good indication
> of a
> >
> >>> head gasket issue.
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> I personally like the kits with the tube and rubber bulb like this one
> >
> >>> Amazon.com: Block Tester BT-500 Head Gasket Combustion Leak Test Kit -
> >
> >>> Made in USA : Automotive
> >
> >>> <
> https://www.amazon.com/Block-Tester-BT-500-Combustion-Leak/dp/B06VVBSFTF/ref=sr_1_3?crid=B5BELSHHE2V2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1SS7r-3wwU3Nafy7CtM28Iyi1UFhNYzuKm6VozhuZB6JmphoiObY7ydUAVFRDJojItaOxcsoWSJOvF8VBksGnRIxMIY8JVoJ92Yz3lzAb3CxD4OwrAmEZEhMSthI5Fm5zY-HNM03FtUtQ3dlNeZniiIaxbMX-RhJaMXo76JKRKe0AW4xxTjRscAG_XLxI3CAFfugOzofA4g-QoKmlQ79-sAGUEaRvYde6fnFW1zmzhM.by9KSQykThDUhsy3KNVjbccVNlPYLqEa5Qd-tQDGSlo&dib_tag=se&keywords=combustion+gas+tester+for+coolant&qid=1767361665&sprefix=Combustion+gas+%2Caps%2C3537&sr=8-3
> >
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> You might be able to purchase a similar kit from your local auto parts
> >
> >>> store.
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> Hope this helps
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> JVV
> >
> >>> ------------------------------
> >
> >>> *From:* Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> on behalf of Sujit
> Roy
> >
> >>> <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >
> >>> *Sent:* Thursday, January 1, 2026 7:10 PM
> >
> >>> *To:* Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >
> >>> *Subject:* [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> I see kits on Amazon priced anywhere from 20$ up. I dont plan to test
> my
> >
> >>> engine 50-100 times. What is a good inexpensive kit folks like to use.
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> Sujit
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> --
> >
> >>> Sujit Roy
> >
> >>> Cupertino, California
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>> https://triumphstagblog.wordpress.com/
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>>
> >
> >>
> >
> >> --
> >
> >> Sujit Roy
> >
> >> Cupertino, California
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> >>
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> > Message: 2
> > Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2026 20:31:57 +0000 (UTC)
> > From: Frank Fisher <yellowtr3 at yahoo.com>
> > To: Triumph List <triumphs at autox.team.net>, Greg Lemon
> > <grglmn at gmail.com>
> > Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> > Message-ID: <622223094.8425608.1767817917213 at mail.yahoo.com>
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> >
> > on commision plate rivetsas i no longer work, i have no company account
> and therefore do not get a trade discount.it looks like its going to be
> around 10.00 a pair with postage paid to lower 48.will take a couple of
> weeks to get shiped if you are interseted.if there is enough interest.
> > Frank?
> > On Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 09:44:44 AM PST, Frank Fisher <
> yellowtr3 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> > give me a few days.i did get a run of original rivits made.ill see if i
> can have a new run made and how much it may cost.they were quite reasonable
> as i recall
> > Frank
> >
> > On Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:48:21 PM PST, Greg Lemon <
> grglmn at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > I don't have real strong feeling one way or the other on re-doing or
> re-using a commission plate, but the mention of the DMV not caring about
> the rivets reminded me of a story (I am getting old, so all I have left is
> my stories). My brother restored a one owner very original Bugeye Sprite.?
> He reused the original plate.? The original plate is secured with sheet
> metal screws.? He reused the original screws.
> > Anyway, DMV didn't like the screws, said it had to be riveted.? He even
> brought the "Complete Original" book, which showed and mentioned the
> screws.? So the car with original parts is rejected at title inspection.
> > I don't remember how it ended, but I think my pragmatic brother gave up
> and riveted the plate on.
> > Greg LemonTR250
> > On Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 11:40?PM dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >
> > I get that.? ?IMHO,? a beautiful plate complements a gorgeous
> restoration.? An original plate,? although original,? does not.
> > I'm going to have my new plate laser engraved.? ?No, it's not original,?
> but it is beautiful?
> >
> > -------- Original message --------From: Don Hiscock <
> don.hiscock at gmail.com> Date: 1/5/26 7:52 PM (GMT-08:00) To: DAVID MASSEY <
> dave1massey at cs.com> Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net, Stephen Oertwig <
> oertwig at mac.com> Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate
> process
> > I'm with Dave -- there's no shame, or substitute, for an original
> commission number plate irrespective of condition or attachment.? :)
> >
> https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SqWXG5Z/0/Nf7ZNSGg9vnb6B5GkBgNJVpXPjB8TssRwFgXW4qzn/X5/i-SqWXG5Z-X5.jpg
> > DonSanta Fe(TR3B TSF202L with original commission?plate)
> > On Mon, Jan 5, 2026 at 6:15?PM DAVID MASSEY <dave1massey at cs.com> wrote:
> >
> > I wouldn't worry about the rivets.? The inspecting officer won't have a
> clue as to what rivets are supposed to be there.? And having a perfectly
> done commission plate constitutes over-restoration.
> > Dave
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > On Monday, January 5, 2026 at 07:59:17 AM CST, Stephen Oertwig <
> oertwig at mac.com> wrote:
> >
> > I need to redo plate on 1967 2000 estate. At least attach the original
> one so sheriff can validate the VIN to get the estate titled in Missouri.
> It is a long process. I have been studying the different rivets used on
> other 2000s so the plate looks similar.
> >
> > Then need to find new 2000 plate. The original commission plate has
> numbers of different sizes. Sure it is because each worker was given one
> stamp of different sizes so there was no consistency in stamping details.
> Thought maybe it was a Friday car; was commissioned on a Tuesday. Maybe
> after lunch.
> >
> > Would be hard to find a laser engraver out here in country. Not sure I
> would like something that perfect after seeing all the other commission
> plates and body numbers.
> >
> > Steve
> >
> >> On Jan 4, 2026, at 1:00?PM, triumphs-request at autox.team.net wrote:
> >>
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> >> ? 1. Re: new commission plate and stamping (dave northrup)
> >> ? 2. Re: Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >> ? ? ? (Sujit Roy)
> >>
> >>
> >> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
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> >> Message: 1
> >> Date: Sun, 4 Jan 2026 02:46:28 +0000
> >> From: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >> To: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>, "triumphs at autox.team.net"
> >> ??? <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >> Message-ID: <1a67faca0d794e059a26647c9f884936 at ranteer.com>
> >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >>
> >> I was told that there are now laser "engravers" who can do this
> >>
> >>
> >> -------- Original message --------
> >> From: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>
> >> Date: 1/3/26 4:55 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >> To: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >>
> >> Used to be able to get the stamp sets at Harbor Freight.? Of course,
> the ?3? will be wrong.
> >> Bill
> >>
> >> ?The harder I work, the luckier I get?? H. Ford
> >>
> >> On Dec 6, 2025, at 3:44?PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> ?
> >> Who is the go to person for a 58 TR3a?
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> >> Date: Sat, 3 Jan 2026 21:26:32 -0800
> >> From: Sujit Roy <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >> To: Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >> Cc: Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >> Message-ID:
> >> ??? <CANLCLaFpcQwtS2hf5x8YWBbs8DMCJVyo4V3ORj-LAOJwwG2BGw at mail.gmail.com
> >
> >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >>
> >> Thanks, I'll check them out.
> >>
> >> On Fri, Jan 2, 2026 at 5:53?AM Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Hi Sujit,
> >>>
> >>> I have experience with these type kits and they all work basically the
> >>> same by pulling gases up thru testing fluid and looking for a color
> change.
> >>> The multiple test claims relate to the amount of fluid in the kit. You
> >>> don't need to use much fluid for each test.
> >>>
> >>> Having said this you can also look for a blown head gasket by running
> the
> >>> car at idle with the radiator cap off until the thermostat opens. If
> when
> >>> it opens you only observe coolant flowing you're good. If coolant gets
> >>> blown out of the radiator instead of flowing that's a good indication
> of a
> >>> head gasket issue.
> >>>
> >>> I personally like the kits with the tube and rubber bulb like this one
> >>> Amazon.com: Block Tester BT-500 Head Gasket Combustion Leak Test Kit -
> >>> Made in USA : Automotive
> >>> <
> https://www.amazon.com/Block-Tester-BT-500-Combustion-Leak/dp/B06VVBSFTF/ref=sr_1_3?crid=B5BELSHHE2V2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1SS7r-3wwU3Nafy7CtM28Iyi1UFhNYzuKm6VozhuZB6JmphoiObY7ydUAVFRDJojItaOxcsoWSJOvF8VBksGnRIxMIY8JVoJ92Yz3lzAb3CxD4OwrAmEZEhMSthI5Fm5zY-HNM03FtUtQ3dlNeZniiIaxbMX-RhJaMXo76JKRKe0AW4xxTjRscAG_XLxI3CAFfugOzofA4g-QoKmlQ79-sAGUEaRvYde6fnFW1zmzhM.by9KSQykThDUhsy3KNVjbccVNlPYLqEa5Qd-tQDGSlo&dib_tag=se&keywords=combustion+gas+tester+for+coolant&qid=1767361665&sprefix=Combustion+gas+%2Caps%2C3537&sr=8-3
> >
> >>>
> >>> You might be able to purchase a similar kit from your local auto parts
> >>> store.
> >>>
> >>> Hope this helps
> >>>
> >>> JVV
> >>> ------------------------------
> >>> *From:* Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> on behalf of Sujit
> Roy
> >>> <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >>> *Sent:* Thursday, January 1, 2026 7:10 PM
> >>> *To:* Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>> *Subject:* [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >>>
> >>> I see kits on Amazon priced anywhere from 20$ up. I dont plan to test
> my
> >>> engine 50-100 times. What is a good inexpensive kit folks like to use.
> >>>
> >>> Sujit
> >>>
> >>> --
> >>> Sujit Roy
> >>> Cupertino, California
> >>>
> >>> https://triumphstagblog.wordpress.com/
> >>>
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> > Message: 3
> > Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2026 22:30:43 +0000
> > From: John Macartney <johnbmacartney at gmx.com>
> > To: oertwig at mac.com
> > Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net
> > Subject: [TR] Commission plate
> > Message-ID: <005BE629-095D-44A6-9C0E-AB6DEB0EAB75 at gmx.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> >
> > I?d say that?s definitely ?a Nobby plate?.
> > Picture the scene.
> > To the background noise of howling compressed air tools, frantic
> hammering, oaths, a blaring public address system that no one can
> understand because the announcer in the telephone exchange always sounds as
> though she?s talking with a clothes peg on her nose - some elderly men are
> sitting at their workstations, lugubriously stamping blank commission
> plates. One of them is peering at his block of wood holding his tool steel
> letter punches.
> > ?Wots yer looking for, Nobby??
> > ?Can?t find me S and C punches. One o? yow thievin? bastard ?as took it
> an? didn?t even bleed in? ask me before?and.?
> > Brief silence until the PA system is briefly silent.
> > ?Any of yers got Nobby?s S an C punches? Cmon, someone?s got it ain?t
> yer??
> > Peerings take place as operatives study their punch racks. Nobby glares
> at all of them through his fish eye glasses. Heads shake in denial
> > ?Cmon, yow lot. Yow knows all me punches got a painted red band on ?em
> so oi knows ?os arse ter kick when oi cums back from ?avin a Jimmy! Ooze
> got ?em??
> > Another pause.
> > ?Nob, yer can borra mine if I stands over yer ter make sure yer don?t
> pinch em and paint em red later?.
> > ?Ta, mate?.
> > ?Ere, Nob, afore yer ?it it, check the yeller side is facin yer. Ven
> you?ll know yerve got it the right way round so some yank can read it.?
> > Nobby checks the yellow side is facing him as he hits the punch with his
> well-worn hammer. Handing the punches back to his colleague, he studies his
> handiwork.
> > ?Yow niver said nuffink about that S and C bein small. So small, oi can
> ardly read them buggers. ***k me gently, that?ll niver git past Inspection
> on Final Finish!?
> > ?Oo ever said anyfink about bein legible? Numbers on the plate ain?t it
> and the plate?ll soon be riveted on? Too bloody late to moan about anyfink
> we do ere bein readable. No buggers ever look at em anyways, so don?t you
> lose lose no sleep about it Nobby my old son! Just let someone else moan
> about it later on and in anuvver place.?
> >
> > "
> > .............Fifty or more years later, someone did actually read that
> plate and ?worried? about it.
> >
> > Jonmac
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Message: 4
> > Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2026 20:57:01 -0500
> > From: Paul Dorsey <dorpaul1 at gmail.com>
> > To: Frank Fisher <yellowtr3 at yahoo.com>
> > Cc: "Alex&Janet Thomson" <aljlthomson at charter.net>, Triumph List
> > <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Re: [TR] LOOK. At. THIS.
> > Message-ID:
> > <CAFU8DPvstU1bwWqd4TT+_WxbtHnC2musog9t-n0Ud8T=qKn-DQ at mail.gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >
> > I sold it. i?m kinda sorry that I did. And good to hear from you Frank I
> am
> > no longer able to do anything outside my head injured was getting too bad
> > thanks.
> >
> >> On Wed, Jan 7, 2026 at 2:54?PM Frank Fisher <yellowtr3 at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> >>
> >> Paul how good to see you emailing again.
> >> what did you ever do with your TR?
> >>
> >> and im not sure i like the volvo as modified, but id sure like to drive
> it
> >> one time
> >>
> >>
> >> Frank Fisher
> >>
> >>
> >> On Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 01:04:42 PM PST, Paul Dorsey <
> >> dorpaul1 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> https://www.facebook.com/share/19ytP2WKwo/
> >>
> >>
> >> On Tue, Jan 6, 2026 at 8:22?AM Alex&Janet Thomson <
> aljlthomson at charter.net>
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >> That reminds me of International Loadstar series trucks in the early
> >> sixties. The serial number plate was screwed to the driver's door and
> >> sometimes the GVW space was left blank. You may say that wasn't a very
> >> secure or permanent location but the serial number was also stamped onto
> >> the left frame rail, just below where the steering box was bolted on.
> >> Internationals were real component trucks (like most medium duty trucks)
> >> with just about everything sourced from outside manufacturers. Unless
> you
> >> had a copy of the line settting ticket, it could be a challenge to
> figure
> >> out what parts to select when doing a major repair.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Alex Thomson
> >>
> >> '73 TR6 and lots of farm equipment
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> *From:* Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> *On Behalf Of *Greg
> >> Lemon
> >> *Sent:* Tuesday, January 6, 2026 1:36 AM
> >> *To:* Triumph List <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >> *Subject:* Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I don't have real strong feeling one way or the other on re-doing or
> >> re-using a commission plate, but the mention of the DMV not caring about
> >> the rivets reminded me of a story (I am getting old, so all I have left
> is
> >> my stories). My brother restored a one owner very original Bugeye
> Sprite.
> >> He reused the original plate. The original plate is secured with sheet
> >> metal screws. He reused the original screws.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Anyway, DMV didn't like the screws, said it had to be riveted. He even
> >> brought the "Complete Original" book, which showed and mentioned the
> >> screws. So the car with original parts is rejected at title inspection.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I don't remember how it ended, but I think my pragmatic brother gave up
> >> and riveted the plate on.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Greg Lemon
> >>
> >> TR250
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> On Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 11:40?PM dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I get that. IMHO, a beautiful plate complements a gorgeous
> >> restoration. An original plate, although original, does not.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I'm going to have my new plate laser engraved. No, it's not original,
> >> but it is beautiful
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> -------- Original message --------
> >>
> >> From: Don Hiscock <don.hiscock at gmail.com>
> >>
> >> Date: 1/5/26 7:52 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >>
> >> To: DAVID MASSEY <dave1massey at cs.com>
> >>
> >> Cc: triumphs at autox.team.net, Stephen Oertwig <oertwig at mac.com>
> >>
> >> Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I'm with Dave -- there's no shame, or substitute, for an original
> >> commission number plate irrespective of condition or attachment. :)
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SqWXG5Z/0/Nf7ZNSGg9vnb6B5GkBgNJVpXPjB8TssRwFgXW4qzn/X5/i-SqWXG5Z-X5.jpg
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Don
> >>
> >> Santa Fe
> >>
> >> (TR3B TSF202L with original commission plate)
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> On Mon, Jan 5, 2026 at 6:15?PM DAVID MASSEY <dave1massey at cs.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I wouldn't worry about the rivets. The inspecting officer won't have a
> >> clue as to what rivets are supposed to be there. And having a perfectly
> >> done commission plate constitutes over-restoration.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Dave
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> On Monday, January 5, 2026 at 07:59:17 AM CST, Stephen Oertwig <
> >> oertwig at mac.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I need to redo plate on 1967 2000 estate. At least attach the original
> one
> >> so sheriff can validate the VIN to get the estate titled in Missouri.
> It is
> >> a long process. I have been studying the different rivets used on other
> >> 2000s so the plate looks similar.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Then need to find new 2000 plate. The original commission plate has
> >> numbers of different sizes. Sure it is because each worker was given one
> >> stamp of different sizes so there was no consistency in stamping
> details.
> >> Thought maybe it was a Friday car; was commissioned on a Tuesday. Maybe
> >> after lunch.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Would be hard to find a laser engraver out here in country. Not sure I
> >> would like something that perfect after seeing all the other commission
> >> plates and body numbers.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Steve
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>>> On Jan 4, 2026, at 1:00?PM, triumphs-request at autox.team.net wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
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> >>> Today's Topics:
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> 1. Re: new commission plate and stamping (dave northrup)
> >>
> >>> 2. Re: Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >>
> >>> (Sujit Roy)
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> Message: 1
> >>
> >>> Date: Sun, 4 Jan 2026 02:46:28 +0000
> >>
> >>> From: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >>
> >>> To: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>, "triumphs at autox.team.net"
> >>
> >>> <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >>
> >>> Message-ID: <1a67faca0d794e059a26647c9f884936 at ranteer.com>
> >>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> I was told that there are now laser "engravers" who can do this
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> -------- Original message --------
> >>
> >>> From: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>
> >>
> >>> Date: 1/3/26 4:55 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >>
> >>> To: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> Used to be able to get the stamp sets at Harbor Freight. Of course,
> the
> >> ?3? will be wrong.
> >>
> >>> Bill
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> ?The harder I work, the luckier I get? H. Ford
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>>> On Dec 6, 2025, at 3:44?PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> ?
> >>
> >>> Who is the go to person for a 58 TR3a?
> >>
> >>> ** triumphs at autox.team.net **
> >>
> >>>
> >>
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> >>>
> >>
> >>> Message: 2
> >>
> >>> Date: Sat, 3 Jan 2026 21:26:32 -0800
> >>
> >>> From: Sujit Roy <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >>
> >>> To: Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >>
> >>> Cc: Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >>
> >>> Message-ID:
> >>
> >>> <CANLCLaFpcQwtS2hf5x8YWBbs8DMCJVyo4V3ORj-LAOJwwG2BGw at mail.gmail.com
> >
> >>
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> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> Thanks, I'll check them out.
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> On Fri, Jan 2, 2026 at 5:53?AM Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >>
> >>> wrote:
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>>> Hi Sujit,
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> I have experience with these type kits and they all work basically the
> >>
> >>>> same by pulling gases up thru testing fluid and looking for a color
> >> change.
> >>
> >>>> The multiple test claims relate to the amount of fluid in the kit. You
> >>
> >>>> don't need to use much fluid for each test.
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> Having said this you can also look for a blown head gasket by running
> >> the
> >>
> >>>> car at idle with the radiator cap off until the thermostat opens. If
> >> when
> >>
> >>>> it opens you only observe coolant flowing you're good. If coolant gets
> >>
> >>>> blown out of the radiator instead of flowing that's a good indication
> >> of a
> >>
> >>>> head gasket issue.
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> I personally like the kits with the tube and rubber bulb like this one
> >>
> >>>> Amazon.com: Block Tester BT-500 Head Gasket Combustion Leak Test Kit -
> >>
> >>>> Made in USA : Automotive
> >>
> >>>> <
> >>
> https://www.amazon.com/Block-Tester-BT-500-Combustion-Leak/dp/B06VVBSFTF/ref=sr_1_3?crid=B5BELSHHE2V2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1SS7r-3wwU3Nafy7CtM28Iyi1UFhNYzuKm6VozhuZB6JmphoiObY7ydUAVFRDJojItaOxcsoWSJOvF8VBksGnRIxMIY8JVoJ92Yz3lzAb3CxD4OwrAmEZEhMSthI5Fm5zY-HNM03FtUtQ3dlNeZniiIaxbMX-RhJaMXo76JKRKe0AW4xxTjRscAG_XLxI3CAFfugOzofA4g-QoKmlQ79-sAGUEaRvYde6fnFW1zmzhM.by9KSQykThDUhsy3KNVjbccVNlPYLqEa5Qd-tQDGSlo&dib_tag=se&keywords=combustion+gas+tester+for+coolant&qid=1767361665&sprefix=Combustion+gas+%2Caps%2C3537&sr=8-3
> >>>
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> You might be able to purchase a similar kit from your local auto parts
> >>
> >>>> store.
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> Hope this helps
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> JVV
> >>
> >>>> ------------------------------
> >>
> >>>> *From:* Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> on behalf of Sujit
> >> Roy
> >>
> >>>> <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >>
> >>>> *Sent:* Thursday, January 1, 2026 7:10 PM
> >>
> >>>> *To:* Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>
> >>>> *Subject:* [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> I see kits on Amazon priced anywhere from 20$ up. I dont plan to test
> my
> >>
> >>>> engine 50-100 times. What is a good inexpensive kit folks like to use.
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> Sujit
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> --
> >>
> >>>> Sujit Roy
> >>
> >>>> Cupertino, California
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>> https://triumphstagblog.wordpress.com/
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>>
> >>
> >>>
> >>
> >>> --
> >>
> >>> Sujit Roy
> >>
> >>> Cupertino, California
> >>
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> > Message: 5
> > Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2026 22:31:41 -0600
> > From: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>
> > To: Macartney John <johnbmacartney at gmx.com>
> > Cc: Oertwig Stephen <oertwig at mac.com>, triumphs at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [TR] Redoing the whole commission plate process
> > Message-ID: <2A686411-203E-459A-AC9D-923D68D8BB5E at yahoo.com>
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> > John,
> > Din?t Sir Black hire some army vets to bang out the commission plates.
> > Bill
> >
> > ?The harder I work, the luckier I get? H. Ford
> >
> > On Jan 5, 2026, at 8:33?PM, John Macartney <johnbmacartney at gmx.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > ?Nah. We none of us worked that fast! Okay, commission build on a
> Tuesday but don?t expect anything to appear until eight weeks come Friday.
> Even then, count yer self lucky ?cos you ain?t given us an opportunity to
> go on strike.
> > Funny sized letters and numbers? Sounds like Nobby with his fisheye
> glasses and two left boots is back in circulation again.
> >
> > Jonmac
> >
> >> On 5 Jan 2026, at 02:04, Stephen Oertwig <oertwig at mac.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I need to redo plate on 1967 2000 estate. At least attach the original
> one so sheriff can validate the VIN to get the estate titled in Missouri.
> It is a long process. I have been studying the different rivets used on
> other 2000s so the plate looks similar.
> >>
> >> Then need to find new 2000 plate. The original commission plate has
> numbers of different sizes. Sure it is because each worker was given one
> stamp of different sizes so there was no consistency in stamping details.
> Thought maybe it was a Friday car; was commissioned on a Tuesday. Maybe
> after lunch.
> >>
> >> Would be hard to find a laser engraver out here in country. Not sure I
> would like something that perfect after seeing all the other commission
> plates and body numbers.
> >>
> >> Steve
> >>
> >>>> On Jan 4, 2026, at 1:00?PM, triumphs-request at autox.team.net wrote:
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> >>> 1. Re: new commission plate and stamping (dave northrup)
> >>> 2. Re: Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
> >>> (Sujit Roy)
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> >>> Message: 1
> >>> Date: Sun, 4 Jan 2026 02:46:28 +0000
> >>> From: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >>> To: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>, "triumphs at autox.team.net"
> >>> <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
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> >>> I was told that there are now laser "engravers" who can do this
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> -------- Original message --------
> >>> From: bill beecher <notakitcar at yahoo.com>
> >>> Date: 1/3/26 4:55 PM (GMT-08:00)
> >>> To: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] new commission plate and stamping
> >>>
> >>> Used to be able to get the stamp sets at Harbor Freight. Of course,
> the ?3? will be wrong.
> >>> Bill
> >>>
> >>> ?The harder I work, the luckier I get? H. Ford
> >>>
> >>>> On Dec 6, 2025, at 3:44?PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> ?
> >>> Who is the go to person for a 58 TR3a?
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> >>> Message: 2
> >>> Date: Sat, 3 Jan 2026 21:26:32 -0800
> >>> From: Sujit Roy <triumphstag at gmail.com>
> >>> To: Jerry Van Vlack <jerryvvtr4a at gmail.com>
> >>> Cc: Triumphs <triumphs at autox.team.net>
> >>> Subject: Re: [TR] Head Gasket Combustion Leak test kit recommendations
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