I remember my consternation the first time I delt with these things. As I
recall, I used a broken hack saw blade to cut a slot in the heads thus
enabling the use of a very short shanked, broad headed screw driver to get
the damn bolts out. that allowed me to get the unit in and out many times
afterwards. When the lock finally wore out and was replaced I took pains
not to overtighten and break offf the top ot the break away bolts that were
supplied. Hopefully that will allow me to get the lock out easily when the
need arises. The break aways were designed as a theft deterrent I believe.
But I never really saw the utility. I mean... it takes a while to even get
access to them, much too long for any self respecting car thief.
deano
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> From: W. H. Holcombe <Holc@worldnet.att.net>
> To: triumphs@autox.team.net
> Subject: advice needed
> Date: Friday, March 06, 1998 1:19 PM
>
>
> Hello List
> I have a 1973 TR-6 and am in the process of removing the
> steering system to replace the bushings. I was doing alright until I
> got to the upper clamp at the wheel locking unit. I can't seem to figure
> out how to get the clamp and locking unit off. Cant get to either. The
> Haynes book don't say anything about the locking unit. I know with all
> the experience of the guys on the list, someone knows a trick to getting
> to these units. Any advice will be appericated. Also have the head down
> at the shop getting refurbished. Looks like I will still be trying to
> get the steering out long after the head is complete. Thanks in
> advance.
> Bill 73 TR-6
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