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Re: TR6 Compression Test Results

To: jeffn@msystech.com, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: TR6 Compression Test Results
From: TR6Massey@aol.com
Date: Sat, 25 May 1996 18:12:46 -0400
In a message dated 96-05-22 22:51:51 EDT, jeffn@msystech.com (Jeff Nathanson)
writes:

> The engine sputters while idle, and somewhat rough during 
>accelarating. Some backfiring.
>
>        I am hoping that the consensus is that a reconditioned head will
>fix the problem. Can't afford much more.
>
>
>                Thanks,
>                Jeff Nathanson

Jeff,

The symptoms you describe don't suggest only the head.  Before you spend all
that money check your ignition components.  Also the backfiring could be
caused by a weak fuel mixture.  All of these problems are easier and cheaper
to fix than reworking the head.

Good luck.

Dave (check the easy things first) Massey
TR6Massey@aol.com

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