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Re: spare parts -- TR3&4 Fan Belt

Subject: Re: spare parts -- TR3&4 Fan Belt
From: Randall Young <randallyoung@earthlink.net>
Date: Mon, 12 Apr 1999 09:32:16 -0700
Cc: TR <triumphs@autox.team.net>
References: <371161B2.36EA@ns.sympatico.ca> <3712CA98.33803B7D@home.com> <3711A546.8504CAAC@earthlink.net> <37120579.6C2A@azstarnet.com>
Well, actually I *can* say that trick doesn't help on a TR4 (although it
certainly does on a TR3).  The reason is that the steering rack housing
on a TR4, unlike the drag link on a TR3, doesn't move as you turn the
wheel. (At least, it's not supposed to! <g>)

Randall

George Hahn wrote:
> 
> Randall Young wrote:
> >
> > Ken Gillanders at British Frame and Engine says that the Cummins belt
> > can be installed  without jacking up the engine, since it is thin and
> > flexible enough to slip through the gap.  However, I don't own a TR4/A,
> > so I can't say for sure this works.  It sure is easier to install on a
> > TR3A, though.
> 
> FWIW, one trick that can help on the TR3A is to crank the steering all
> the way to lock (either way).  This increases the clearance available.
> With this I have had no problem (though it's snug) getting the wide belt
> thru the gap.  Like Randall, can't say if this trick helps on a TR4/A.
> 
> Geo Hahn
> 59 TR3A

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