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Simon TR4a
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There have been a number of VERY strongly worded differences of opinion on that forum; one "gentleman" in particular seems to direct his remarks at the person he disagrees with rather than the opinions.
They seem to be very knowledgeable people, and I can understand that experiences vary, so contradictory opinions may be expressed, but I don't much like the tone of several of the threads.
Also, they usually discuss ultimate racing engines which are far beyond anything I ever want to own!
Simon.
They seem to be very knowledgeable people, and I can understand that experiences vary, so contradictory opinions may be expressed, but I don't much like the tone of several of the threads.
Also, they usually discuss ultimate racing engines which are far beyond anything I ever want to own!
Simon.
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Am I the only one here who can't figure out what this thread refers to? What am I missing...or don't I want to know?
michalotti_tr
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I thought I was having a 'blonde' moment - I don't have a clue as to what they're talking about ... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif
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There have been a number of VERY strongly worded differences of opinion on that forum; one "gentleman" in particular seems to direct his remarks at the person he disagrees with rather than the opinions.
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Is that going on on BCF, if so, where. Or are you talking about another forum? I don't care what goes on elsewhere, but personal flames are not tolorated here (at least not for very long).
Basil
There have been a number of VERY strongly worded differences of opinion on that forum; one "gentleman" in particular seems to direct his remarks at the person he disagrees with rather than the opinions.
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Is that going on on BCF, if so, where. Or are you talking about another forum? I don't care what goes on elsewhere, but personal flames are not tolorated here (at least not for very long).
Basil
macino62
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I hopped over there, and wasn't too impressed. I agree with Simon....the tone of the forums is something I would expect on a Honda or Mustang Forum. I'll stay here where there is an abundance of chocolate waterfalls and warm fuzzies. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grouphug.gif
Alan_Myers
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Hi all,
Yes, Basil, not to worry! DNK refers to some contentiousness on the forum over at www.kaskastner.com. Not anything here on BCF, thankfully.
Hey, I can hardly take credit, though. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/angel.gif That Kastner forum member seemed to pop up for the first time in response to Tony Lindsey-Dean's reply to my inquiry regarding Tony's somewhat unusual approach to porting TRs (Tony is Kingston Sportscars in the England).
But, said member appears to have very strong opinions about just about everyone and everything that's been mentioned since!
Still, some of his ideas and insights are quite interesting and informative, if you can just get past the way it's presented. So I don't totally discount him!
Perhaps because I'm a moderator on another forum and have occasionally had to deal with similar folks elsewhere, I feel for Kas who is just trying to keep his forum useful and conversational. Diverse opinions are great and useful to read or hear, but a lot depends upon how they are delivered.
I gotta add here... Triumph and most sports car companies made (make?) great use of racing as a proving ground and test bed for their products. Of course, a lot of this is done in the name of marketing, image and sales. But the designers, engineers and factories get a lot of valuable feedback, too, and do make changes based on it.
Take, for example, the front suspension mounting weakness of TR4A that were first discovered "the hard way" by Kas and his team of drivers. Eventually their experiences led to design improvements in TR6 (as well as strengthening modifications that are highly recommended for any of the earlier cars, whether on street or track).
So, while some of the discussion on www.kaskastner.com wanders into pretty radical territory, at the very least it can shed some light on things that might best be avoided in a street car, as well as bring out some more practical ideas. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hammer.gif
I find Kas' books and forum particularly useful since, as an old-fashioned racer in TR2s and TR3s, and then as the U.S. factory racing team manager for Triumph (and later Jaguar and Nissan), he mostly built cars for production classes that were limited to tuning with production parts and not particularly radical. He found ways to get good, reliable horsepower out of the stock stuff and has a wealth of knowledge of the TR line that can largely be adapted to street cars, or vintage race and autocross if those are your interests. I just got his latest book this week and have really been enjoying it.
/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cheers.gif
Yes, Basil, not to worry! DNK refers to some contentiousness on the forum over at www.kaskastner.com. Not anything here on BCF, thankfully.
Hey, I can hardly take credit, though. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/angel.gif That Kastner forum member seemed to pop up for the first time in response to Tony Lindsey-Dean's reply to my inquiry regarding Tony's somewhat unusual approach to porting TRs (Tony is Kingston Sportscars in the England).
But, said member appears to have very strong opinions about just about everyone and everything that's been mentioned since!
Still, some of his ideas and insights are quite interesting and informative, if you can just get past the way it's presented. So I don't totally discount him!
Perhaps because I'm a moderator on another forum and have occasionally had to deal with similar folks elsewhere, I feel for Kas who is just trying to keep his forum useful and conversational. Diverse opinions are great and useful to read or hear, but a lot depends upon how they are delivered.
I gotta add here... Triumph and most sports car companies made (make?) great use of racing as a proving ground and test bed for their products. Of course, a lot of this is done in the name of marketing, image and sales. But the designers, engineers and factories get a lot of valuable feedback, too, and do make changes based on it.
Take, for example, the front suspension mounting weakness of TR4A that were first discovered "the hard way" by Kas and his team of drivers. Eventually their experiences led to design improvements in TR6 (as well as strengthening modifications that are highly recommended for any of the earlier cars, whether on street or track).
So, while some of the discussion on www.kaskastner.com wanders into pretty radical territory, at the very least it can shed some light on things that might best be avoided in a street car, as well as bring out some more practical ideas. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hammer.gif
I find Kas' books and forum particularly useful since, as an old-fashioned racer in TR2s and TR3s, and then as the U.S. factory racing team manager for Triumph (and later Jaguar and Nissan), he mostly built cars for production classes that were limited to tuning with production parts and not particularly radical. He found ways to get good, reliable horsepower out of the stock stuff and has a wealth of knowledge of the TR line that can largely be adapted to street cars, or vintage race and autocross if those are your interests. I just got his latest book this week and have really been enjoying it.
/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cheers.gif
CinneaghTR
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Thanks for the thread, guys. I did not know about the Kastner forum and intend to add it to my list. What a way to introduce it!!
It is quite exceptional that such an important figure in Triumph history makes himself available in that way.
It is quite exceptional that such an important figure in Triumph history makes himself available in that way.
prb51
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I'm glad it came up as I was unaware of the site. Can't have enough Tr specific sites.
Does seem to have a lot of 'attitude' on the forum. Makes one appreciate the 'gentleman enthusiast' one finds on 'our' forum.
I've always appreciated the thought, time, and effort folks have applied to the questions I've asked. The information has been invaluable and the discourse enjoyable.
Cheers.
Does seem to have a lot of 'attitude' on the forum. Makes one appreciate the 'gentleman enthusiast' one finds on 'our' forum.
I've always appreciated the thought, time, and effort folks have applied to the questions I've asked. The information has been invaluable and the discourse enjoyable.
Cheers.
TR4nut
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Yep, this is a friendly and helpful crowd here - of course it helps to have Basil ready to smack any misbehaving children if necessary! I really sympathize with Kas on that other list, he is providing a lot of good stuff there but probably didn't expect to deal with all the extras.
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