Graham Stretch wrote :
> We hit the crossing hard and went back for a look , the rails
> stood out 3 inches, it was like hitting 4 kerbs in quick succession,
Now you've got me worried, Graham ... I occasionally drive home from work
through a crossing rather similar to that. In my case, the asphalt/tarmac
is pushed up into rolls next to the rails, sticking up 2-3". 3 sets of
rails, so a total of about 12 rolls of asphalt. In the TR3, I just roll
through at about 10 mph, since I've found that driving a bit faster seems to
have less impact on the body (and me); and I'm worried that I may lose
control if I go over any faster (as the car already skips around a fair
amount). I've been over it several times in my Stag, although much slower
(as it feels apt to lose control at 5 mph).
> The simple solution to the weakness there is to weld 2 bits of 1
> inch x 1/4
> inch strap steel in to the gap, no more problem!
Do you mean the gap between the ears on the extension ?
For those who are wondering what we're talking about, there's a diagram at
http://www.triumphstag.net/start/technical/partslist/diagrams.php?diag=02-46
Randall
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