I'm also working on a TR3 V8. Although I haven't driven it since I put disk
brakes and rack and pinion steering in it, my guess is that the poor "feel"
of the TR3 is due to a worn non-rack&pinion steering system.
The TR6 does have R&P and other creature comforts not found on the 3 like
roll up windows and IRS. I would be leery of the TR6 IRS rearend. If it
still has it, is it strong enough to handle the V8 power? Also, here in
California, you have to be wary of the smog laws on later model vehicles.
What year is it and is it exempt from smog checks in your area?
The small block ford weighs more than the Triumph straight six, but not
substantially. I would guess the difference would be around 100 lbs. at the
most (less than the weight of a passenger). I wouldn't think that it would
not be an issue for a street driven vehicle. It might create a tad more
understeer in a race situation. I've never driven a TR6 though, so my
thoughts in this area are merely conjecture.
Everybody's taste vary. Personally, I can't see spending big bucks on any
TR6 as they are so common. However, YMMV. Any V8 in a LBC is going to be a
lot of fun.
Paul W.
Torrance, CA
1956 TR3
1964 TR4
1969 Mustang GT Conv
----- Original Message -----
From: "T. S. White" <tswrace@pacbell.net>
To: "Deikis, John" <John.Deikis@med.va.gov>
Cc: <mgb-v8@autox.team.net>; <MGTD2@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2004 7:03 AM
Subject: Re: TR6 V8 Conversion
> Hi John,
>
> I cannot speak to the TR6 as a platform for a V8. I do have a TR3A with
> a 302 in it. I also owned an MGBGT at one time. The TR3A handles very
> well with the V8 in it and I haven't balanced the weight ratios yet so
> it is still front heavy. I expect that your observation about the
> weight of the six cyl in the TR6 is very correct. It may handle better
> than the TR3. If you are considering it you have to go drive it. Feel
> of the car is a uniquely personal thing and only you can make that
> decision.
> --
> Best Regards,
> Tom
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