Chris and Karen Prugh wrote:
>
> Fred,
> I see you have gotten a couple of responses already, so let me
> give you a little taste of how things generally end up in this situation.
> You will find the most diverse set of opinions on these lists that you
> could ask for. This comes in handy as information is power!
>
> My take on British Motorsports and Triumphs only is the exact opposite
> of Mike's, I have had good experiences with Wayne at Triumphs Only
> and get the feeling that Dave at British motorsport was trying to take
> me for all he could get. For instance, Brit Motor wanted $75 for a used
> flywheel that needed to be resurfaced, whereas Wayne at T.O. gave me
> a good clean one for $20. Likewise, the heater control estucheon for
> a wood dash would have cost me $35 at BM and Wayne gave me one for $10.
> I have never used either for actual shop work although I'm sure they are
> both capable. They both seem very busy, so plan on being down for a while.
> (though from the sound of your situation, you will be down anyway).
> If all you need is the engine rebuilt, why not pull it out yourself
> and run it down to a reputable engine firm? Not only will this get your
> fingernails dirty, as all good lbc owners nails are, but you will understand
> the inner workings of your car on a more personal level. You will find the
> experience will make things like replacing a clutch, or adjusting your valves,
> or changing u-joints, all things that will eventually (or regularly in the
>case
> of valve adjustment) should be done. You will also find that a strictly
>engine
> shop will be faster and probably better than going to an all purpose shop
> Remember, parts are parts, you can buy all new and do a rolling
>restoration,
> or you can find your best deal on used parts...just remember that's what
> the phone is for...call for prices first. On both the previous examples I
>drove to the
> sites to find out these price differences.
> Good luck and stay in touch, we're all here to help. (at least with
>what we can)
>
> Chris "damn these wires" Prugh
> 72 Spitfar
> Morgan Hill, CA
>
> ----------
> From: Fred Ki[SMTP:ki@zycad.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 1996 10:33 AM
> To: triumphs@autox.team.net
> Subject: Good Brit-car shops in South Bay, CA?
>
> Any & all recommendations welcome. Right now, it's at Action Auto in
> Cupertino, CA. I haven't dealt w/ them before. Anybody has experience
> w/ them?
>
> Fred Ki
> Zycad Corp., GateField Division
> 47100 Bayside Parkway
> Fremont, CA 94538-9942
>
> Telephone: (510) 623-4466; email: ki@zycad.com
Amazingly enough a place to look for brake s, clutch parts and a few
others is your local NAPA dealer.
Paul
'74 Spit
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