On Sunday 09 August 2009 01:03:48 pm TR250Driver@aol.com wrote:
> Hey Guys,
> For the first time ever at a Triumph Event, a Triumph left me on the side
> of the road when the GT6+ snapped the thrust side U-Joint off the diff
> during the poker run at the TRF Summer Party. At least I got my 3 runs in
> on the drag strip and autox before she broke. I am going to tell you all
> a warning for this looks like a clean break, snapped in half, most likely
> inferior replacement part with less than 2000 miles on it. Not sure for I
> broke my NOS Speedometer too.
>
> Yikes, always something, Huh? Anyone else had one fail like this? Ok I
> was flogging it a little on the drag strip and autocross but not that bad
> for all my times sort of sucked. I heard a bad clunk from the rear on my
> third drag run launch and a small clunk developed after the autox whilst
> taking up the drive, but nothing to suggest that catastrophic failure was
> imminent.
>
> Someone has said the u-joints with grease jerks are weakened by the hole
> drilled right in the center. Is that a possibility?
>
> Woe is Me,
> Darrell
Darrel,
I have heard that before on this and the 6 pack list.
But I believe there is someone who makes a stronger u joint.
Anyone on the list know the supplier?
Anyway, you should be able to source a temporary replacement at TRF and should
have enough help around to get it installed for your ride home.
One more reason I don't push my 3 and 4 and will also take it easy with the 6
when it is done.
Bob
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