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Re: TR6 Distributor Lubricating

To: The Brinkers <mbrinker@flash.net>
Subject: Re: TR6 Distributor Lubricating
From: Malcolm Walker <walker05@camosun.bc.ca>
Date: Sun, 26 Apr 1998 15:05:37 -0700 (PDT)
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net

On Sun, 26 Apr 1998, The Brinkers wrote:

> I have removed the top plate that holds the points & condenser and cleaned
> the inside of my TR6 distributor.  There was a lot  of dirt inside.  Now
> that I have cleaned it all out, what type of lubrication should be used
> inside the distributor?  Motor oil, white grease, or WD40?  Specifically,
> the counter weights, distributor shaft in the distributor and any other
> parts.  In short, what type, where and how much.  Please offer any other

Put a smear of engine oil on the moving parts.  Put 1 drop down the center
shaft.  If the felt thingy is dry, put 1 drop on that too.  You don't want
too much oil in the dizzy, it will only foul things up!



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