- 21. Re: Warning to Ebay sellers (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2003 08:52:00 -0400
- I've bought and sold several Triumph items on E-Bay. Without exception, each transaction went smoothly and without a hitch. I think E-Bay represents a valuable resource for members of our group. Howe
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00162.html (7,367 bytes)
- 22. Headlight Rocker Switch Backing Plate Needed (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sat, 14 Jun 2003 09:55:31 -0400
- Attached to the back side of the dashboard is a small rectangular metal plate that locks the headlight rocker switch in place when the switch is inserted from the front side of the dash. When I repla
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00352.html (6,698 bytes)
- 23. Installed Defective Cam. Need Advice On New One (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sat, 21 Jun 2003 22:56:51 -0400
- Briefly, 1500 miles ago, I installed a Piper cam as part of a complete engine bay restoration (a mild regrind) that I purchased from British Parts Northwest.) The engine idled and ran perfectly. Howe
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00443.html (9,159 bytes)
- 24. Re: Installed Defective Cam. Need Advice On New One (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 10:06:11 -0400
- Mitch replied: Certainly the basics apply here. * Was the cam broken in properly - YES, FIRST 30 MINUTES AT HIGH IDLE * Was the proper valve lash set - YES, PER CAM SPECS, NOT OEM * Were the lifters
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00454.html (8,032 bytes)
- 25. Re: Re: Installed Defective Cam. Need Advice On New One] (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 10:11:22 -0400
- Thanks, Don. That's very useful information to help in my decision. I should have the cam and lifters out today and I will report what I see to the list. Bob Fabie
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00455.html (6,575 bytes)
- 26. Re: Installed Defective Cam. Need Advice On New One (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 10:21:43 -0400
- Thanks for the reply, David. For everyone's benefit, I should state the obvious and assure all that the cam was properly broken in, cam lube was used and the valves were adjusted to cam specs. As I n
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00456.html (8,141 bytes)
- 27. Re: K&N Air Filters (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 10:31:17 -0400
- I have installed the shallow ones and they fit and look very good. I don't believe the 3 inch model will fit in a TR6. Actually, I think one will fit (the rear) but he fender is in the way for the fr
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00457.html (6,852 bytes)
- 28. Re: Installed Defective Cam. Need Advice On New One (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 22:21:45 -0400
- The Piper cam that you and I have should be set to.012 intake and .014 exhaust. It's on the installation and spec sheet that accompanied the cam. I just got the cam removed a few hours ago; it's tra
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00467.html (7,832 bytes)
- 29. Defective Cam - Status/Update (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2003 08:24:45 -0400
- Good News: Hemmings procedure for removing the cam from the TR6 works perfectly. It took me about 5 hours (I'm slow, but organized). It may not have been necessary, but I detached the crossmember and
- /html/6pack/2003-06/msg00486.html (7,722 bytes)
- 30. Re: Carbon Canister (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sat, 3 May 2003 22:05:02 -0400
- One end is connected to the bottom of the carbon canister and the other is connected to the anti-run-on valve. The large house is molded in a "U" shape. Hope this helps. Bob Fabie '75 TR6
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00053.html (6,515 bytes)
- 31. Anyone replaced steering column bushings? (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 4 May 2003 22:44:18 -0400
- To eliminate steering wheel play - presumambly from years of using the steering wheel as an aid to entering and exiting the car - is it reasonable to assume that the steering column bushings should b
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00069.html (6,860 bytes)
- 32. Re: Haynes Tr250/6 manual (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Mon, 12 May 2003 22:11:00 -0400
- I own both the Haynes and Bentley manuals. The Bentley manual is excellent for its detailed drawings, but for assembly/disassembly and troubleshooting, I prefer Haynes. I like having both so I can re
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00264.html (7,008 bytes)
- 33. Re: Luk or Bork and Beck? (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 00:03:42 -0400
- Replaced the B&B with a Luk last year during my engine compartment restoration based on recommendations from the list. I'm very happy with the Luk and I believe it has a much lighter pedal than the B
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00308.html (6,581 bytes)
- 34. Re: Smokin' TR-6 (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Thu, 22 May 2003 20:08:12 -0400
- In most cars, the symptom of a white/gray puff of smoke (sometimes a big puff) on initial start up only, does suggest bad valve seals. Basically, these are small rubber cups that cover the top of th
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00468.html (6,901 bytes)
- 35. Re: Valve Guide seals (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sat, 31 May 2003 19:31:26 -0400
- My machine shop told me that the dual springs on my TR6 head precluded installing the typical type of valve seals. Instead, he installed what he called "umbrella" type seals which fit even with the
- /html/6pack/2003-05/msg00663.html (6,736 bytes)
- 36. Report On New Redlines - EXCELLENT (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sat, 12 Apr 2003 11:20:28 -0400
- As most of you know, I recently finished a complete rebuild of my front suspension including gas shocks, heavier springs, bushings, etc - right down to having Fred Thomas powder coat my calipers - f
- /html/6pack/2003-04/msg00247.html (7,607 bytes)
- 37. Fair Market Value for 5 Used Redlines (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2003 19:54:29 -0400
- I have the above tires on e-bay. At the suggestion of some, I'm considering a "buy it now" option. What are your thoughts on what a fair and reasonable price would be? As I reported earlier, I repla
- /html/6pack/2003-04/msg00309.html (6,615 bytes)
- 38. Fair market value for 5 used redlines (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2003 19:57:19 -0400
- I forgot to include the link in my previous posting: Members: I have the above tires on e-bay.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=241128897 7&ssPageName=ADME:B:LC:MT:1 At th
- /html/6pack/2003-04/msg00310.html (6,856 bytes)
- 39. Re: Non Stainless Steel Brake Caliper Pistons (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Wed, 16 Apr 2003 02:26:19 -0400
- If you are using DOT5 (silicone) there is far less need, if any, to use stainless pistons. As I have learned from others on the list, brake fluid, even the low moisture type sold by Castrol, absorbs
- /html/6pack/2003-04/msg00333.html (7,238 bytes)
- 40. Re: An almost disasterous moment..valves (score: 1)
- Author: "Bob Fabie" <RFabie@erols.com>
- Date: Sun, 20 Apr 2003 08:41:36 -0400
- Yes, the nuts are narrower than conventional ones. The narrowness is to facilitate getting a screwdriver on the head of the adjustment screw as it moves "in and out" of the nut. There aren't many th
- /html/6pack/2003-04/msg00420.html (8,439 bytes)
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