----- Original Message -----
From: "Jerrold Le Tourneau" <jerrold.letourneau@verizon.net>
To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, May 31, 2008 2:35 PM
Subject: [TR] GT6 engine still seized
> Hello all -
>
> Well, I 've trying the Marvel Mystery oil for a week now and still can't
> turn the engine by hand. I am pretty sure the clutch is not engaged. I
> move the car when in neutral. I tried putting the car in 1st gear and
> all I can get is the car to slid not able to get it to move forward at
> all. When I garaged the car all was well. Not sure why everything is
> seized and not sure where to go from here. I tried all the previous
> suggestions so now I need something new.
>
> Jerry
>
> 68 GT6 Mk1
I don't remember if you said the starter was spinning or not, but it is
something that could cause the engine to lock up like you describe, at least
on a TR3. Might be worth removing the starter just to make sure the gear
isn't jammed into the flywheel.
Bob
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