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TR-6 Aluminum Valve Cover

To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: TR-6 Aluminum Valve Cover
From: Jeff Arrowsmith <jarrow@dlcwest.com>
Date: Wed, 2 Jun 1999 23:22:58 -0700

>Rats and D'oh,
>
>After topping up the oil last week I left my filler cap off. Discovered I
>had no problems with oil delivery to the valve train when I noted oil
>dripping under the car later that day. Filler cap is lying along the road
>somewhere. So  guess that now is as good a time as any to buy a new aluminum
>valve cover. I seem to recall discussions on which were the best a while
>back and thought I'd ask those who have made the switch which supplier TRF,
>VB or Moss has the best. I'm partial to the looks of the black ribbed
>Triumphtune but was this the one with poor casting and finish?  What about
>gasket...same as for the standard cover? Your esteemed advice is
>appreciated. My present aluminum foil cap will not hold out much longer and
>I want to get on the phone today to order.. TIA.
>
>Deano
>


Deano...........I purchased the black ribbed Triumphtune valve cover for my
75 Spit about 6 years ago.
Love the looks,fit,somewhat reduced noise level, and it uses the same
gaskets. Dresses up the engine
compartment nicely.



Jeff.A

1967 GT6 Mk1
1975 Spitfire
1975 TR6
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