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  1. KVH

    General Tech Cut Hole in Tunnel Cover for Access to Angle Drive?

    Guys, I’d like to see how folks react. I need to access my speedometer angle drive on my TR4A with overdrive. I’ve removed interiors on my TRs somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 times. It’s a pain, especially when you’ve got a radio in the console. That, plus removing the dash controls, not to...
  2. D

    TR6 Reliable, Rebuilt Negative Voltage Stabilizers

    Hello, I want to share a service I have been providing Triumph owners who have been struggling with the current quality of negative ground voltage stabilizers for sale. I have developed a very reliable solid-state Voltage Stabilizer circuit using automotive grade components that will fit inside...
  3. D

    TR4/4A TR4A top install details

    I have a 66 TR4A with a top frame only and no top so I have no reference as to how the old top was installed and how to install a new (Robbins) top. So, some questions. It seems at the trunk end the top uses lift-a-dots and snaps on the two sides. If that's the case when having the top down...
  4. 2

    Wanted Wanted - TR4A parts engine

    Looking for parts engine for TR4A any condition. Mainly need oil pan, timing gears, all those various bolts, etc. Seized, cracked ok but must be reasonable. Hopefully close to BC home due to shipping. Project engine in the works. Thanks.
  5. V

    Joined a while back

    Hi: Thanks for letting me join. Been a fan of British Cars, especially TRs, since high school. Bought a TR3B in 1970, won the E Stock National Championship in 1974, and now run a '65 TR4A in Vintage Racing. Built the 4A into a race car in 1975 and have had a blast! Met lots of great...
  6. Andy Blackley

    Wanted Looking for TR4 or $A

    Looking for TR4 or 4A Looking to buy a previously restored TR4 or TR4A, preferably one that underwent a frame off restoration at some point but not a show car. Sensible modifications are OK
  7. R

    Wanted TR4A / TR250 Center Console

    I am looking for a nice TR4A Center Console - It is the one with 3 knobs below the radio opening. Thanks, Rick
  8. S

    TR4/4A TR4 front and rear suspension

    i have an early TR4. i need to replace the front shocks and the rear lever shocks. it looks like the front shocks just unbolt? is it as easy as it looks? i'm assuming you don't have to tear into the front suspension to do this? on the rear, i've got panhard bars; they are welded in. i'm...
  9. Foura

    TR4/4A Oil oil everywhere revisited

    Here we go again. After a VERY long stay at the mechanic's workshop, I finally got the car back. He said that he had had it running for some time with no evidence of oil leaks. I took it home and refitted the seats and trim and the new 2 piece Racetorations gearbox tunnel. Took it for a run and...
  10. C

    TR4/4A left brake lamp not lighting TR4A

    Getting 12 volts to contact; left taillight lights up but left side brake light doesn't; bulb is good (repl with new bulb and verified good bulb)
  11. Tim Tucker

    TR4/4A Which seat frame do I have?

    Hi Guys! I've stripped my passenger seat down and would really appreciate your knowledge on what frame I have. My TR4 was built 10/23/1962, but my seat covers (per Moss pictures) are from a 4a. Are my frames from a 4a? The front of the passenger side has a small 'dent' in the lower rail that...
  12. T

    TR2/3/3A Water Pump Housing Bypass

    This topic has been discussed in some way many times and there are different opinions about the bypass with a sleeveless thermostat: to block or not to block, partially block, or it doesn't matter However, I understand at TR4A time the Triumph engineers opted for an un-sleeved thermostat with...
  13. T

    TR4/4A Generator Mounting Hardware

    Hello to all, We're getting closer to having the 1966 TR4A back from frame repair so we can start reassembly. While that work is being done we are doing a lot to get things ready. We were trial mounting the generator. The new bracket needed some minor modification to get all the holes to...
  14. B

    Triumph TR4 replacement fuel tanks

    Everyone, I wanted to tell everyone some good and bad news. I have found the archive of articles and discussion from this forum to be immensely useful in restoring my "gift" 67 TR4A. Thanks to you all !!! The good news is that I am very close to getting it on the road. The bad news is I...
  15. T

    New Member in Iowa

    Hello to all! This is my first post after joining the forum in October. My current primary British sports car interest is a 1966 TR4A. A friend bought it this fall and we are working our way through it to get it into safe and reliable running condition. We are doing a lot of basic work on...
  16. M

    TR4/4A TR4A Mystery Number

    I found this number stamped on the underside of the body: ZS 71433. Does anyone know what it signifies? Thanks for your help.
  17. M

    TR4/4A Tires! Sizes! Help!

    Hey Guys. I am going to replace the current tires on my TR4A and I am hoping you all can chime in with your thoughts/experiences/recommendations. I currently have Pirelli 185 70 SR15 tires. Calling around, it seems like that is a tough size to find. Do you have suggestions as to what would be...
  18. L

    OEM jack for TR4a

    Does anyone know if a Tangye Shelley jack was OEM for the TR4a? Thanks!
  19. M

    TR4/4A More Commission Number Questions. Mine is nowhere to be found!

    Hey guys, The saga continues. I just went to register my car with the title provided by the seller with a VIN (commission number) of CTC 70414L, but the number is nowhere to be found inside the engine compartment. The only number that is present is the body number, which is 70414 CT (see...
  20. B

    TR4/4A TR4A Head off for broken manifold stud - What else to do ?

    During a removal of the TR4A exhaust manifold the lower rear stud twisted off in the head. I drilled the stud out but the easy out just smeared the and nothing came out but shavings. All of the other studs came out with some lots of WD40 and double nutting. From the PO this car had a history of...
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