Welcome to the list. Didn't see this sooner as for some reason it ended up in
my SPAM
folder. It sounds as though you have already heard to be cautious of Alpine
conversions that are not authentic Tigers. In addition to running the registry
Norm is pretty helpful with other info. Send him the chassis number and see if
he has any other info on this car.
Being careful of rust is obvious. It is also a good idea to be sure of your
desire regarding modification or having a factory original car. Lots of Tigers
are mildly to heavily modified.
If thats OK with you then no problem. If you desire a factory original car it
can be expensive
to find parts to get back to stock if the car has been modded. Things like
steering wheels, air cleaners and fan shrouds will cost nearly or over $1000.
Steve
B9473720 LROFE
--- On Thu, 6/24/10, James Lindner <jliny5@cox.net> wrote:
From: James Lindner <jliny5@cox.net>
Subject: [Tigers] New Guy
To: tigers@autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, June 24, 2010, 7:59 PM
Hello
I am brand new to the list and although not an owner of a Tiger, I am hoping
that will chnge in the not to distant future. My biggest concern is that I
might be starting behind the 8 ball since I am 6'5" tall and 250lbs. I was
looking for any insight if I will fit, and if not, any adjustments that might
accomodate my height. I saw a topic on the CAT forum about tall drivers and
saw that a smaller steering wheel can obviously help. Other than that I am
all
ears. I do know that in the few days I have been a member of the list I can
tell that I have a lot to learn.
I am on the east coast and I will be looking at a Tiger next weekend up in
CT.
You might have seen it advertised on Hemmings. It is a silver 66 Mk1A
(mistakenly listed as a 67.) I have done the basics, checking with Norm
Miller/TIROST and STOA list to certify it is the real McCoy. All appears in
line. I hope it is not inappropriate to ask, but I was looking to this much
more knowledgeable group for any comments on the vehicle and if perhaps
anybody has any personal knowledge. The owner before the current one was up
in
Seattle. I have included ID numbers, a couple of photos, and the details of a
1999 restoration as provided by the current owner (See Below and photos
attached).
Any help on either subject is most appreciated. Thanks,
Jim Lindner
Vin = B382001746
Original Colour code = 58
JAL = 661754Engine B91KC (6366)
Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association Certification number = 294
The restoration was in 1999 and included the following.
* 260 4 speed
* New paint (Porsche silver)
* New interior
* New soft top
* All new break lines (hard lines from master cylinder,
* New gas lines
* Rebuilt front suspension (powder coated)
* Rebuilt steering column
* Rebuilt transmission with wide ratio gears* New rear bearings
* New rear springs with traction bars
* Gas tanks cleaned and sealed
* New rubber throughout
* Motor: new hypo 289 cam, lifters & headers
* New 4 barrel carb and manifold
* New radiator
* Rebuilt hydraulics (break, clutch, and servo)
* New chrome
* New dash
* Stock shifter
* Rebuilt drive shaft
* Hard top
* Toneau and bra
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