[New to the Club]

Hi, 

Bought my 1972 TR6 in September 2019 and have loved every minute I’ve spent driving and working on it since. As the guys have said, the knowledge on this forum and in the Club is phenomenal.

Enjoy your Six!

[Hey Diddle Lidl]

I see there’s tools at Lidl from Sunday, 6th.

[Landrover Freelander2 TD4 - where on Earth are the horns?]

Colin,

It hasn’t been rutting has it and lost them?

[Genius archivist at work]

When an aunt of mine died I was going through a whole stack of of old photos on which she had written such illuminating comments as, “Blackpool, earlier this year”. “With Betty earlier in the year”, etc.etc.etc.

[Vehicle History]

Paul,

If the Heritage certificate indicates the car was shipped to Jersey (or if you find it was at some point) and you have registration details, the way forward then is to contact Jersey Heritage ( and NOT the Jersey Government) who for a small fee will provide you with the previous owner details they have on file.

[Bosch Filter Service?]

Thanks guys, a replacement has been ordered. Just need to clarify the hose issue now 😀. Thanks again.

[Bosch Filter Service?]

Hi,

Can someone please advise if the Bosch filter shown in the attached image can be serviced and if so give me some pointers on how to go about it/parts required etc.?
 
Also, the fibre covered hose in the image is from the pump to the pressure relief valve and has, what I think is, a “banjo” connector on it. It’s the only hose I’ve not replaced in my quest to eliminate the smell of fuel in the boot. If anyone can give any advice on replacing this - is it a complete part? Can I replace just the hose? Is it a simple strip down and remake? etc. - I really will be grateful.

Before some folk start shouting at me the image is one taken before I replaced hoses and fitted clips (and renewed the seam sealer, resprayed the boot interior, put grommets in etc.).The piece of carpet is to deaden the sound of the bolts holding the support brackets occasionally tapping on the side panel when the support plate vibrates.

As ever, Thanks.

[I must be mad]

Yes, without question, quite mad. See you in the asylum.

[Paint Equivalents and a Question]

As ever, Colin, thanks for the comprehensive response. 

[Paint Equivalents and a Question]

Colin,

Thanks. What do you consider a suitable time between coats?
 

[Paint Equivalents and a Question]

Thanks one and all, it’s the internal boot area I’m tackling so not critical if it’s not a perfect match.

Any wise words about using aerosol “rattle” cans for such a job? It’s a difficult area to access with a spray gun as I’ve chose not to strip out the tank, petrol pump etc. Is it possible to get a decent finish using aerosols and, if so, any advice on successful techniques?
 

Thanks.

[Paint Equivalents and a Question]

Hi,

The Club Shop lists Pimento Red as code 72/CAB. What does the CAB refer to?
 

Also, my local paint supplier doesn’t recognise Triumph code 72 so is there a RAL, BS4800 or other standard colour code that’s an equivalent or “near as” ?

Thanks

[My GT6 Mk2 - on the Road!!!]

Green with envy, Richard, but spurred on to get mine sorted. Looks absolutely great!

[What’s this for?]

From another Forum I’m told it’s purpose is to allow for draining after to body shell was dipped.

Thanks all.

[What’s this for?]

Pete,

Thanks, but no. If you take it off it’s straight down to the road. 

[What’s this for?]

Hi,

Can someone please advise me as what is the purpose of the round access(?) point is in the boot floor of my TR6? Uncovered it when removing seam sealer while prepping the boot for a re-spray. It’s riveted in place, is this correct?

Thanks

[Hey Diddle There’s Some Tools at Lidl]

Check out the car care section too!

[Hey Diddle There’s Some Tools at Lidl]

I’ve just noticed Lidl have some tools becoming available from this Sunday, 21/3.

[Maxxis Tyres]

53 minutes ago, Pete Lewis said:

did he end up in casualty ???? 

think that renders a bloody nose a  acceptable response  Ha !

Pete

Hi Pete,

No, I exercised enormous restraint and educated him instead 😇.

[Maxxis Tyres]

Just to round the topic off, bought four Maxxis 165/80/15 tyres. I took the wheels off the TR and took them to the fitter (just couldn’t trust them to lift it sensibly) and paid £232 fitted, balanced, disposal fee and VAT. The final job, the balancing, was done by the apprentice who, as he wheeled them out to me, said, “We don’t usually bother balancing wheels for trailers”!

[Lights shorting around steering column somewhere - GT6]

Richard,

Did you find the cause?

[Lights shorting around steering column somewhere - GT6]

Rich,

I never venture out in my classic without a fire extinguisher handy. 
 

Paul

[Maxxis Tyres]

Thanks to one and all. I’ll be putting the order in this afternoon.

Paul

[Maxxis Tyres]

Thanks Colin,

I had a good look around before posting. I’ve seen mixed reviews on the other forum but always like to hear what those on the ‘best forum’ have to say before committing.

[Maxxis Tyres]

Hi,

Has anyone personal experience of Maxxis tyres? I’m not wanting to to purchase premium tyres as I don’t do the mileage to justify it. However, I do want reasonable quality vs price. Comments on any personal experience will be appreciated.

Thanks.