> Here's the problem. The
> aircleaners are some awful black painted aftermarket affairs that are
> about 1-1/2 inches tall, 3-1/2 inches in diameter. They are stopped up
> so don't breath very good and I haven't been able to find replacements
> that fit at all. Not to mention they look like...- well, lets just say
> they're awful and leave it at that. The engine is actually from a Mk II
> (Thanks, DPO; where ever you may be) with twin SUs and Mk I intake and
> exhaust manafolds. I'm planning to keep the SU's for now.
> All that to say: Whats the best bet? Hunt down the original
> equipment air filter assembly? Get aftermarket air cleaners? If so,
> what seems to work the best? Moreover, what should I stay away from?
> Currently, this is just a driver. Ok, Ok, Ok, right now except for
> the engine, it's really in pieces over most of my garage but when I get
> it back together, it will be a driver; I'm not planning to race or
> autocross or even enter any concours de'elegance events. And although not
> super tight, I would like to avoid spending a huge chunk of $$$.
> Sorry for the verbosity, the barley shakes were cheep at the club
> tonight. Thanks in advance.
>
> Chris Sharp
> 64 Spitfire4 Mk I (Some day I'm gonna finish this project....no, really!)
> 85 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (Occasional dependable driver)
> 91 Ford Taurus (Dependable occasional driver)
> 96 Cannondale (Daily Rider)
Chris,
There's lots of aftermarket stuff that can be made to fit. Of course I bought
my K+Ns some time ago. In addition there's lots of Brit car wrecking yards.
Two in my area (San Jose, CA) that do mail order.
Triumphs Only (408) 947-7766 San Jose
British Motorsports (408) 370-7174 Campbell
No financial interest,...Blah Blah, Yata Yata.
Ken Boetzer
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