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21. Re: [TR] Why to drain oil hot (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 08:49:46 -0400; I may be all wrong about this since it has yet to come up, but I've always thought the reason for changing oil hot was: Get all moving parts to normal running clearances, ie: bearings Get more oil in; /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00406.html (7,451 bytes)
22. [TR] random orbital polishers (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2006 08:39:59 -0500; I've been looking at the Porter Cable 7424 (which is sold by numerous companies) and an equivalent model from Griot's Garage. They are priced about the same too. I've not purchased anything from Grio; /html/triumphs/2006-12/msg00000.html (6,737 bytes)
23. Re: [TR] wheel bearing question (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2006 08:39:19 -0500; The stub axle can wear at the inner bearing and cause this freeplay. A TR4 in my case. Allen == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr.org; /html/triumphs/2006-12/msg00416.html (7,113 bytes)
24. [TR] early TR4 OD wiring (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 14 May 2007 08:09:51 -0400; This pertains to early TR4s, 62, 63, ?, and not 4A. I am installing an overdrive in a car which did not have OD. It is my understanding that the OD switch is on the right side of the steering column; /html/triumphs/2007-05/msg00234.html (6,688 bytes)
25. [TR] Re: clutch adjustment (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2007 21:34:56 -0400; The proper amount is One Tenth inch - 0.10" when measured at the adjusting rod and clevis. Allen == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr.org; /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00339.html (6,545 bytes)
26. Re: [TR] RE: [6pack] White Post Restorations (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 25 Jun 2007 09:10:28 -0400; There was nothing in the post that said you or any Whitepost customers were a jerk. Allen == == Sir, I livedabout 10 miles from White Post, been there over 30 times in the past years, we have had Bil; /html/triumphs/2007-06/msg00480.html (8,063 bytes)
27. Re: [TR] odd tr4 restoring prob (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2007 10:40:25 -0400; That sort of rings a bell . . . I did mine about 10 years ago with a NOS part that probably was later than a 4. The brackets may have changed with the 4A/250 grille and lights and may be wrong for a; /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00714.html (8,110 bytes)
28. Re: [TR] odd tr4 restoring prob (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2007 10:59:34 -0400; Just looked at my original front valence (CT13678) and the parking light bracket is in the 12 o'clock position, pointing down, so that the speed nut on the bracket lines up with the top hole/slot in; /html/triumphs/2007-07/msg00716.html (8,098 bytes)
29. [TR] Help-MGB (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Sun, 19 Aug 2007 10:20:32 -0400; My wife has a '71 MGB and the engine block is black. They did change at some point from maroon to black but I don't know the date offhand. Black on a '70 is probably correct. Time for your neighbor; /html/triumphs/2007-08/msg00479.html (6,958 bytes)
30. [TR] TR3/4 Pertronix timing (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 08:05:21 -0400; I would like to know how people are setting the timing (and how much) on the TR3 and 4 motors with a Pertronix. Going by the book, timing is set statically at 4 degrees before TDC using the TDC mark; /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00048.html (7,221 bytes)
31. Re: [TR] rear shock help (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:10:55 -0400; Get Allen head cap screws and a 3/8 drive allen socket (bit?) to fit and that problem is over. Allen Hess _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.; /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00206.html (7,487 bytes)
32. [TR] TR3-4 trunnion pin (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:25:56 -0400; I had thought that trunnion pins for the 3/4 were available separately and could be pressed in after removing the old one. After checking the catalogs I don't see any. Anyone know if they can be obta; /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00360.html (6,709 bytes)
33. Re: [TR] TR3 engine issues (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:06:41 -0400; Since the car has sat (unattended ??) for 8 years, and you're in Canada (from your e-mail address??), I think a cracked block due to old anti-freeze. Had a somewhat similar experience. Allen ________; /html/triumphs/2008-06/msg00509.html (6,914 bytes)
34. Re: [TR] TR3 tire sizes? (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:31:11 -0400; I'm using 205/65 on 6x15 on a TR4. 205/65 was the closest diameter match to 165R15 Michelin X. Allen Hess _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.h; /html/triumphs/2008-08/msg00248.html (6,974 bytes)
35. Re: [TR] OD lubrication (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:49:09 -0400; First, I have limited experience, but I rebuilt an A type two years ago and I think the best thing you can do is to change the oil frequently. Frequently is subjective, but for me that may be every t; /html/triumphs/2008-08/msg00274.html (7,741 bytes)
36. [TR] Upper Control Arm bushing torque (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:15:38 -0400; The upper inner A arms are secured with a castle nut and cotter pin. The big washer tightens up to the shoulder. You might also consider the possibility of bent parts . . . (recent experience) Allen; /html/triumphs/2008-09/msg00315.html (7,270 bytes)
37. Re: [TR] ZDDP availability? (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:43:18 -0400; Which non-synthetic do you think is better for street use: Valvoline VR-1 20w50 "For racing use only" (so stated proably for legal reason only,which in fact, is stated in an article) or Valvoline 20; /html/triumphs/2008-10/msg00166.html (6,893 bytes)
38. Re: [TR] TR head rebuild (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:20:23 -0500; I remember seeing very small gold plated Triumphs in various catalogs a few years back. Now Christmas is coming and I would like to get some for gifts. Am I going senile or did these items really exi; /html/triumphs/2008-12/msg00111.html (7,480 bytes)
39. Re: [TR] MIG welders (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2009 09:22:08 -0500; I bought on a couple of years ago at the local welding supply shop they recommended a mid range one that ran me about $90. It's go solar cells that charge the battery and so far it's always worked w; /html/triumphs/2009-01/msg00422.html (7,641 bytes)
40. [TR] gas guzzlers (score: 1): Author: Allen Hess <allenhess@mgcarclub.com>; Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:39:49 -0500; I have a 57 TR3 and and a 61 TR3A. Both are welded flush with the surface of the apron. The TR3A was severely rear ended at some point so it may not be a good reference, but the TR3 rear apron was r; /html/triumphs/2009-01/msg00604.html (6,783 bytes)

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