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81. Re: I was just wondering... (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 07:51:13 -0600
My TR4 is an original black car with a black engine compartment. Next time I paint the car, I'm planning to paint the engine compartment signal red so I can see the grease more easily when cleaning u
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00198.html (7,636 bytes)

82. TR4 body removal: door bracing? (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 11:48:56 -0600
I'm about ready to pull the body off my TR4 project for the respray. I've seen fabricated steel braces and wood 2x4 braces placed in the doors. I have access to plenty of wood so I plan to go that di
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00200.html (6,593 bytes)

83. Vintage racing story: Stamford CT Advocate (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 11:57:06 -0600
Here's a link to a little story in the Stamford Advocate about the Vintage Festival at Lime Rock this past weekend. http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/local/scn-sa-cars1sep07,0,3264164.story?coll=s
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00201.html (6,751 bytes)

84. Re: Hi milage Triumphs of all kinds! (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 14:43:34 -0600
On the air filter subject, I recently saw a site that reviewed different air filters. The tester clearly isn't a fan of aftermarket 'performance enhancing' filters, so keep that in mind when looking
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00205.html (7,974 bytes)

85. Re: Front end alignment (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2005 19:11:48 -0600
If you are a VTR member, you can see http://www.vtr.org/maintain/diy-alignment.shtml If you're not a VTR member, the maintenance section is NLA. Steven Newell Littleton, CO USA '62 TR4 x 2
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00218.html (7,333 bytes)

86. Re: Clutch Thoughts (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Thu, 08 Sep 2005 07:10:39 -0600
Randall mentioned the other day that "There are about a zillion little maintenance items in there that are frequently overlooked." This is one of them. The clevis pins that connect the pedals to the
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00236.html (7,319 bytes)

87. Re: TR3 spark plug findings (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Thu, 08 Sep 2005 10:14:36 -0600
If the black soot is easy to dust off, sounds like carbon fouling. Top two causes would be a too-rich fuel mixture or sustained low-speed operation. If your ocassional driving is generally at lower s
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00251.html (8,216 bytes)

88. Re: FW: Replacing Locks (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Thu, 08 Sep 2005 11:28:16 -0600
Chris, did you get an answer to this one? I just took apart a spare handle so I can give you the run-down. Or see this handy photo of my disassembled door handle: http://www.newellboys.com/parts/door
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00256.html (7,243 bytes)

89. Re: rebuilt sittig tr engine (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2005 15:52:25 -0600
Randy, the original (and current) block in my '62 TR4 is CT5155E. My car's commission number is CT5018LO. Close enough that I'd guess your engine block came from an early TR4. Of course you know the
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00406.html (8,004 bytes)

90. Re: Triumphest 2005 (Insurance) (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2005 16:12:24 -0600
This issue was discussed just this weekend on the Mercedes list. The context was the cost of insurance for folks with sig file including a lot of cars -- applies for most of us here too. ;) One fello
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00439.html (7,483 bytes)

91. TR4 running too (?) cool (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2005 17:55:17 -0600
I'm hoping someone can help me with a problem I used to wish for. ;) I took a head-clearing drive this afternoon out a twisty mountain road west of Denver.* Today ambient temperatures were probably 6
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00445.html (8,038 bytes)

92. Re: Coolant (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2005 08:09:59 -0600
I suppose most folks would gladly pay double to save all the hassle of mixing two liquids. Me, I gather fresh mountain snow melt from the avalanches to mix with my antifreeze. But for Chris in Tanzan
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00458.html (7,643 bytes)

93. BMW almost done with new GT6 (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2005 13:43:25 -0600
Wow, I just saw photos of the new Z4 coupe BMW 'concept' car. I think it must actually be a thinly disguised version of a new GT6 to come out in a couple years under the revived Triumph name. I mean,
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00471.html (6,905 bytes)

94. Re: Generator pully (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2005 14:34:51 -0600
Counterclockwise to remove, clockwise to tighten, 'facing' the generator. Steven
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00540.html (6,625 bytes)

95. Re: Anti-Rust Inside of Chassis (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2005 14:40:30 -0600
Bill McCabe wrote to Guy: Linseed oil is used to treat the raw willow to make cricket bats, so it has good British heritage for your car. And cold-pressed linseed oil (flaxseed oil) is high in omega-
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00568.html (7,920 bytes)

96. Re: TR3 redesign? (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2005 11:26:53 -0600
Right. I've seen it on a TR3-type car called an MGA. If you don't mind how slow it'll be, an MG is a good way to go. ;) Steven Newell Littleton, CO USA '62 TR4 x 2
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00631.html (7,592 bytes)

97. Re: TR3 redesign? (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2005 11:29:00 -0600
Right. I've seen something called a TR4 which has a real nice back end with a completely usable boot. And windows that roll up. If you don't mind staying dry on rainy highway drives, a TR4 is a good
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00632.html (7,664 bytes)

98. Re: Locked Keys in Car? NO SWEAT (Read On) (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2005 09:25:02 -0600
Why prevent drunks from changing the TV channel? ;) Steven
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00730.html (8,429 bytes)

99. Re: America's Reliability Run donation plea (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2005 07:56:17 -0600
Perhaps if Blake called it the "American British-Car Driver's Butt Endurance Run" it'd be more appropriate for the duration? ;) I don't worry much about the cars, but will all the drivers be able to
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00912.html (7,468 bytes)

100. Economy run ideas (score: 1)
Author: Steven Newell <steven@newellboys.com>
Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2005 08:09:20 -0600
For a couple years I've thought about organizing a British car run here, something like the California Melee or Blake's run. Now that gas prices in the U.S. make paying for a tank of gas an almost Br
/html/triumphs/2005-09/msg00913.html (6,906 bytes)


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