- 61. Re: [TR] Starting an engine that's been sitting 5 years (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2006 11:48:11 +0000
- Steven, Boat places sell stuff called fogging oil. It is used to fog the cylinders for winter storage. I use it before I put my cars to bed for the winter. I like using this stuff for awakening an en
- /html/triumphs/2006-08/msg00552.html (8,337 bytes)
- 62. Re: [TR] TR6 Spark Plug Gap (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 30 Aug 2006 22:12:55 +0000
- .025 is the spec for a stock TR6, .035 is recommended with an electronic ignition. Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http:/
- /html/triumphs/2006-08/msg00670.html (7,356 bytes)
- 63. [TR] Is the Z2 really the new TRiumph? (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:19:54 +0000
- In the latest issue of Car and Driver Magazine, there is a blurb on a new BMW roadster, the Z2. Based on Z4 mechanicals, it will be shorter than the Z4 and powered by 4 cylinder engines only (at leas
- /html/triumphs/2006-09/msg00176.html (7,152 bytes)
- 64. RE: [TR] TR6 wiring harness question (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Thu, 28 Sep 2006 22:28:41 +0000
- As an addendum to what Randall has offered, also note that corroded terminals in the fuse box can cause this as well, as the corrosion insulates the fuse from its contacts. Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U
- /html/triumphs/2006-09/msg00413.html (7,419 bytes)
- 65. Re: [TR] TR4A Spin on oil filter adaptor: Which One? (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 29 Sep 2006 22:10:19 +0000
- There were 2 filter heads used on the TRactor engines, the 2 that you mention above. The threads in the filter head for the long bolt that holds the whole thing together are different between the 2 b
- /html/triumphs/2006-09/msg00425.html (8,026 bytes)
- 66. Re: [TR] Brake Booster (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2006 12:11:57 +0000
- This is a relatively common conversion for TR4 vintage racers who need to convert to a dual circuit brake master cylinder and are trying to save some $$$. You use the master cylinder with power boost
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00013.html (7,566 bytes)
- 67. Re: [TR] Bushings for ZS carb (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2006 03:15:49 +0000
- Joe Curto I have had MANY positive experiences with Joe Curto, and would recommend him for carb parts (Z-S and SU) without hesitation. NFI Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list sup
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00060.html (6,773 bytes)
- 68. Re: [TR] Exhaust back-pressure - getting detailed in a general (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2006 11:23:10 +0000
- Mark, In my case, the switching of my old exhaust system ( a very worn out Super Sprint free flow, had a lifetime guarantee but they went out of business) to SuperTrapp mufflers resulted in no power
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00065.html (8,670 bytes)
- 69. Re: [TR] Carter Fuel Pump (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2006 15:45:13 +0000
- I raced with a Carter rotary for 7 years and never had a fuel pump issue of any kind. One of the fastest TR3's in the country also runs a Carter, so from that limited sample I think you are okay. You
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00075.html (7,780 bytes)
- 70. Re: [TR] tr6 towing (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2006 20:59:50 +0000
- Unless, of course, you load the rear axle on the dolly and tow the car backwards. I've seen this done with a Stag. Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vi
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00085.html (7,713 bytes)
- 71. Re: [TR] Starting problem (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 06 Oct 2006 12:13:49 +0000
- Pretty much, except that 74-76 TR6's have a starter relay in the circuit. Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00172.html (7,675 bytes)
- 72. Re: [TR] To Everything There is a Season (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 06 Oct 2006 12:16:13 +0000
- Yeah, but knowing you Andy, it has probably been sitting in the barn since you got it home from that trip. ;-) Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintag
- /html/triumphs/2006-10/msg00173.html (7,723 bytes)
- 73. Re: [TR] TR6 Exhaust Manifold (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 06 Dec 2006 04:02:15 +0000
- Actually, the exhaust manifolds ARE interchangable. It is the intake port spacing that is different on the early and late heads, so you can't swap INTAKE manifolds. Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland
- /html/triumphs/2006-12/msg00102.html (7,288 bytes)
- 74. Re: [TR] TR6 stumbling at low rpm (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 15:24:25 +0000
- Is your engine stock with all emissions equipment in place? What is your timing set at? I think stock timing is 4 degrees ATDC, at least it was on my 74. When my TR6 was new, it almost always stumble
- /html/triumphs/2006-12/msg00422.html (8,897 bytes)
- 75. Re: [TR] Armstrong shocks rebuilt (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2006 16:19:58 +0000
- Peter Caldwell at http://www.nosimport.com/ NFI Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr.org
- /html/triumphs/2006-12/msg00502.html (7,182 bytes)
- 76. Re: [TR] Which club to join? SVRA, VSCDA, SCCA, VTR, BRIC ? (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 09 Feb 2007 16:30:05 +0000
- It depends on what you want to do. Here is the over-simplified version: SCCA is a professional and amateur racing organization, and they are mostly into current era cars. Many of their regions offer
- /html/triumphs/2007-02/msg00224.html (9,158 bytes)
- 77. Re: [TR] DOT3 vs DOT5 Brake Fluid (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 11 May 2007 12:26:26 +0000
- 12 years in my TR6, nothing but joy (clutch and brakes). Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://www.vtr.org
- /html/triumphs/2007-05/msg00156.html (7,005 bytes)
- 78. RE: [TR] The 'Real Triumph Man' (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 15 May 2007 02:14:13 +0000
- The Spinal Tappets debuted a new song at our last monthly meeting. It brought tears (of laughter) to our eyes. The guys have been practicing and writing, 2 very scary propostions. We thought we had h
- /html/triumphs/2007-05/msg00285.html (7,294 bytes)
- 79. Re: [TR] Inertia seat belt and roll bar installation conflict (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 19 May 2007 11:55:06 +0000
- The best tried and true option is to find the roll bar designed to fit a TR6 that has its uprights curved inwardly in order to clear the seat belt reels. Such a bar exists. Irv Korey 74 TR6 Cf22767U
- /html/triumphs/2007-05/msg00365.html (7,645 bytes)
- 80. Re: [TR] GT6 Clutch Cover Torque Value (score: 1)
- Author: emanteno@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 30 May 2007 22:33:28 +0000
- On the TR6, it is 16-20 lb-ft (ft-lb?, I think you know what I'm trying to say). Irv Korey 74 TR6 CF22767U Highland Park, IL == This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register == http://w
- /html/triumphs/2007-05/msg00598.html (7,421 bytes)
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