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Re: splines on TR3

To: paulpop@ssnet.com
Subject: Re: splines on TR3
From: Andrew Mace <amace@unix2.nysed.gov>
Date: Wed, 15 Apr 1998 10:26:13 -0400 ()
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
On Tue, 14 Apr 1998 paulpop@ssnet.com wrote:

> I am replacing splines on my TR3 ... how do I go about removing the old
> ones ... what do I do to keep wheels stationary while trying to remove
> them?

Do the brakes work? With the car safely on jackstands, you could have
someone press hard on the brake pedal whilst loosening the nuts (assuming
you have the bolt-on-style adaptors). 
 
> Also, I am trying to remove my petrol tank to have it reconditioned ... the
> drain plug is frozen ... did the penetrating oil bit already with WD40 and
> liquid wrench ... no luck ... any ideas?

Unless the drain plug actually helps hold the tank in the car (pretty sure
it doesn't), leave it there for now. Siphon any remaining gas, then pull
the tank out and deal with the plug later with still-stronger penetrants
(Kroil, PB Blaster MoPar manifold heat riser solvent stuff, etc.).

--Andy

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