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TR6 Getting rid of chronic problems

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Life has slowed down a bit so I can address some of the chronic problems plaguing my TR-6. I got its clutch issues worked out last month with a redesigned clutch rod I whipped up on my mini-lathe. I also have the oil leaks stopped for now. The last one turned out to be a leaking sender I had installed for an oil temp. gauge, [just not tight enough]. This month I installed a new diaphragm in the driver's seat. I found them at The Roadster Factory in Pa. I am glad I bought some of the pieces for this car early, as prices are going up. This winter I want to take the interior apart and fix a few things. I have all LED dash lights waiting to be installed. I need to address some wiring issues under the dash too. I also want to fix some of the weather stripping the previous owner had installed [but not securely enough]. I also think I might install a pair of Smith's rally timers I have had stashed away for a few years. Mechanically, she is running pretty good [for now]. I want to keep it available for the occasional warm winter days this year. ...J.D.
 
J.D.

Sounds great. Keep us posted. I have a 14 page document titled "Future Projects" for my TR4A. As you say, I just need life to slow down....

Bob
 
Ahh....Winter. I used to hate it. Now I realize, no lawns to move. No nails to hammer, etc. A few years ago, I installed a natural gas heater in one of my garages. Now me and my mechanical toys can cohabit in warmth and shelter from the cold and rain and make so good progress. Just about that time to tear into some of the "deeper things" I cannot do when I am trying to enjoy top down driving. ...J.D.
 
Nothing more frustrating than having your car up on jackstands in prime driving weather. I may have to look into heating the garage.

Bob
 
Well, I ALMOST made it through the summer. My clutch slave cylinder gave out in August. I was too busy, and it was too hot outside to fix it until October. Sometimes the plan works, and sometimes not. Summers here are brutal. ...J.D.
 
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