I think what your referring to is the steering column locking clamp. If that
is the case then whats probablty holding you up is the fact that there are
no bolt heads visible. This is because Triumph (and most car companies) use
what are called "shear bolts" on these darn things. Its supposed to be some
sort of "anti-theft" device (as if that would stop a determined thief).
Basically the bolt head breaks off at a predetermined torque thwarting the
thieves. To get them out you will have to remove your speedo or tach,( I
don't remember which one is easier). My preferred method is using a longish,
sharp 1/2" chisel (SP?). What your going to need to do is put the corner of
the chisel on the exposed remains of the bolt head and strike the chisel
with a hammer so that the bolt is turned counter clockwise. Usually one or
two good raps is all is needed. If this doesn't work then you'll have to
break out the drill and somehow get the drill in there to drill them suckers
out. I hope this makes sense. It maka perfect sensa to me of course but your
results may vary. Good luck Craig Bentley
-----Original Message-----
From: W. H. Holcombe <Holc@worldnet.att.net>
To: triumphs@autox.team.net <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, March 06, 1998 4:19 PM
Subject: advice needed
>
>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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