- 1. Re: [6pack] Replacing TR6 hood (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian J. Alwin" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Wed, 7 May 2008 14:10:37 -0500
- Thanks for the great detail on setting the hood. I just replaced my camshaft, which required me to pull the hood. I struggled with the alignment as a result. It's still crooked, but now I'm going to
- /html/6pack/2008-05/msg00118.html (7,523 bytes)
- 2. [6pack] Jacking Point and Instructions (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian J. Alwin" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:02:02 -0500
- Dear List: After the Nats I experienced a flat tire and had to use my TR-6's jack for the first time. Problem was, I had never used it before and had no idea where it was supposed to go under the car
- /html/6pack/2008-08/msg00114.html (7,273 bytes)
- 3. [6pack] J-Type Overdrive - Trials and Tribulations (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:51:03 -0600
- Ohhhh can I relate to this. Only for me it was an A-type overdrive and a part that meant splitting the trans/OD case and fighting with the OD clutch springs once again. There should be a merit badge
- /html/6pack/2009-02/msg00196.html (8,217 bytes)
- 4. Re: [6pack] TR6 transmission? (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:50:55 -0500
- I couldn't agree more. I "suffered" with the stock 4-speed until I got wise two years ago and added the O.D. It makes a big difference in engine noise at highway speeds and adds a couple of miles to
- /html/6pack/2009-03/msg00107.html (8,521 bytes)
- 5. [6pack] Low Frequency Shimmy (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2009 11:13:14 -0500
- I reaped an interesting benefit to replacing my stock rear axle sliding members. My old axles had worn splines, but newer u-joints. The clunking became so irritating that I finally replaced them with
- /html/6pack/2009-04/msg00002.html (7,736 bytes)
- 6. Re: [6pack] Low Frequency Shimmy (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2009 12:58:27 -0500
- Yes, when I restored the car 6 years ago, I tore them down, de-greased them and liberally covered the splines with grease upon re-assembly. I remember noting that there was play when I put them back
- /html/6pack/2009-04/msg00004.html (8,753 bytes)
- 7. [6pack] Looking for a TR6 (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 14:46:17 -0500
- A friend of mine in Chicago wants to purchase a TR6. He would like a solid, reliable daily driver (hold your laughter, please), not a show car. His preference would be to purchase one from someone i
- /html/6pack/2009-05/msg00078.html (7,057 bytes)
- 8. [6pack] FOAM FILL QUESTION (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 08:37:33 -0500
- Dear Tony: Thank you for the great insight. I appreciate your scientific approach to investigating this question of foam. Now, for us back-yard types, what brand and applicator type should we be usin
- /html/6pack/2009-05/msg00115.html (6,665 bytes)
- 9. Re: [6pack] exhaust fumes (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Tue, 7 Jul 2009 20:18:08 -0500
- When rebuilding my '72 TR6 many moons ago I made the mistake of buying the wrong rear-end sheet metal (with provision openings above the license plate for lighting). It didn't take me long to figure
- /html/6pack/2009-07/msg00013.html (8,669 bytes)
- 10. [6pack] 65Mph Wobble (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:09:26 -0500
- I had the same problem for years at 55MPH. When I replaced my rear sliding axles with Revington uprated ones the problem finally went away. It was a nice benefit to an expensive upgrade. Brian J Alwi
- /html/6pack/2009-07/msg00057.html (8,677 bytes)
- 11. [6pack] Non LBC, Metallurgy related Question (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:23:47 -0600
- This was an impressive explanation. I often wondered what the basic differences between steel and titanium were. Thank you for sharing this. Brian J. Alwin Titanium has many wonderful properties, but
- /html/6pack/2009-11/msg00069.html (9,434 bytes)
- 12. [6pack] Ignition Switch Replacement (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian@asmoothmove.biz" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2010 17:43:37 -0500
- Amen! I moved the switch to the plinth several years ago after knocking my knees out too many times. I believe the plinth is where it belongs! Much, much better location. Making the pigtail is a cinc
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00030.html (8,687 bytes)
- 13. [6pack] A question for carburetor gurus (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2010 10:42:50 -0500
- Here's a question for any Zenith-Stromberg gurus out there. While diagnosing an acceleration stumble problem, I noticed my rear carb has gasoline dripping from around/above the piston area. It actual
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00056.html (7,341 bytes)
- 14. Re: [6pack] A question for carburetor gurus (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian@asmoothmove.biz" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2010 21:21:20 -0500
- Thank you, Vance. I will check the vent valve that you mention. I actually didn't know there was one. The needle and seat are OK - maybe the main jet and needle are worn out. Brian Brian: In theory i
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00063.html (8,918 bytes)
- 15. [6pack] TRF Carburetor Rebuilds (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:45:59 -0500
- Can anyone comment on the work that The Roadster Factory (CAR Components) has done regarding carburetor re-builds? I have a pair of un-adjustable and cantakerous dogs that I'd like to send back east
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00068.html (7,116 bytes)
- 16. [6pack] Differential Carrier Bearing Shims (score: 1)
- Author: "Brian@asmoothmove.biz" <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:33:09 -0500
- Does anyone on the list know if there were standard sizes for the differential carrier bearing shims? I've measured all of mine as I disassembled it for a rebuild and find most are .003, .005 or .010
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00107.html (7,120 bytes)
- 17. Re: [6pack] Differential Carrier Bearing Shims (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:56:48 -0500
- Dear Bob: I replaced the OEM half-shafts with the Revington TR up-rated slider units last year. They have eliminated some of the drive-line slop and took care of an irritating low-frequency vibration
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00108.html (10,708 bytes)
- 18. Re: [6pack] Differential Carrier Bearing Shims (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:05:35 -0500
- Dear Colin: Thanks for supplying that "gem" of a manual! I will definitely use it. It has more detail regarding diffs than Bentley's. My experience with rebuilding differentials is to-date limited to
- /html/6pack/2010-06/msg00109.html (7,105 bytes)
- 19. [6pack] Differential Carrier Bearing Cap Needed (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Thu, 8 Jul 2010 19:23:37 -0500
- Dear List: On re-building my differential I discovered a cracked carrier bearing cap. Does anyone have a spare new/used cap that they would be willing to sell? If so, please contact me off-list. Than
- /html/6pack/2010-07/msg00044.html (6,417 bytes)
- 20. Re: [6pack] Painting whitewalls red (score: 1)
- Author: <brian@asmoothmove.biz>
- Date: Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:44:36 -0500
- I hope this works out as I was one of the fools to spend probably around $1,000 on a set of five red-lines a few years ago. For what? For a skinny French tire with marginal grip. Boy, if my wife ever
- /html/6pack/2010-07/msg00084.html (7,815 bytes)
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