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Wash it 
On the serious side, you could set the valves to get it ready for the driving season.... total cost FREE
On the serious side, you could set the valves to get it ready for the driving season.... total cost FREE
Geo Hahn
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Burrell22 said:
In my experience driving it will inevitably lead to 'Things to do'.
I suppose if you posted a picture of your engine bay we could pretend it is a ebay listing with a starting bid of $20K and point out all the things that should be done.
Lubing the rear springs is totally free (used oil) and the sort of thing I do when absolutely everything else is caught up.
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i dont think there is much to be done, new rear shock aborbers, completely rebuilt front end, washed and waxed, rubber protecant put on all seals, vinyl condit on vinyl, leather is conditioned, full tank of gas, oil changed, new rear end and preload set, radiator painted, every joint greased.
trrdster2000
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One thing I see in car shows that is forgotten is the inside of the wheels, it's very time consuming but not a big cost. It's really noticeable on the wire wheels.
Wayne
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trrdster2000
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How about running those wires on top of the radiator cowl under and across the front valance, much neater and where they need to go.
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Geo Hahn
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Nice -- but not w/o some possible projects.
That short hose to the top of the radiator would have been an 'accordion' or 'bellows' style to reduce transmitting engine movement & vibration to the radiator. A solid hose there could present some long-term problems.
I do not see a back-up system for if (when) the bonnet release cable breaks. I just use a simple second cable though there are also lever systems sold. Good insurance.
Switching the horns left & right will get them pointing forward and creating more effective sound.
<span style="font-style: italic">Oops, I said horns... but you have only one (and it should be on the drivers side methinks). The use of two horns creates a high/low discordant sound that is more effective than just getting louder.</span>
Adding relays (if you haven't already) to the headlamps will take a load off the dash switch, make your lights brighter and permit the use of higher power lamps (I use H4s).
Gee, this is fun. There's more but I'll let others speak up too.
BTW -- Your engine must not rock like mine if you can get by with air cleaners that close to the inner wing.
That short hose to the top of the radiator would have been an 'accordion' or 'bellows' style to reduce transmitting engine movement & vibration to the radiator. A solid hose there could present some long-term problems.
I do not see a back-up system for if (when) the bonnet release cable breaks. I just use a simple second cable though there are also lever systems sold. Good insurance.
Switching the horns left & right will get them pointing forward and creating more effective sound.
<span style="font-style: italic">Oops, I said horns... but you have only one (and it should be on the drivers side methinks). The use of two horns creates a high/low discordant sound that is more effective than just getting louder.</span>
Adding relays (if you haven't already) to the headlamps will take a load off the dash switch, make your lights brighter and permit the use of higher power lamps (I use H4s).
Gee, this is fun. There's more but I'll let others speak up too.
BTW -- Your engine must not rock like mine if you can get by with air cleaners that close to the inner wing.
HerronScott
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The nerve of some people having such a nice-looking car. 
Very nice and I'd love to see some outside and interior shots!
Scott
Very nice and I'd love to see some outside and interior shots!
Scott
tr6_easyrider
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Shouldn't the battery disconnect be on the negative side?
If the positive gets crossed the whole car is still hot.
Very nice though.
If the positive gets crossed the whole car is still hot.
Very nice though.
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Burrell22
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haha i didnt do this to show off :laugh:. im just bored and wanting something to do on it.
ever since the car was built its leaked oil bad, but its been gettin worse. i crawled under it to take a look. its leaking around the gas pump oil pan, rear main seal( of course slingers suck) crankcase tube oil filter adapter, every hole it can.
and ill take some pics of the whole thing and post them in pictures.
this is really my grandfathers car that my dad built, so cleaning falls to me- i keep this thing spotless... haha
ever since the car was built its leaked oil bad, but its been gettin worse. i crawled under it to take a look. its leaking around the gas pump oil pan, rear main seal( of course slingers suck) crankcase tube oil filter adapter, every hole it can.
and ill take some pics of the whole thing and post them in pictures.
this is really my grandfathers car that my dad built, so cleaning falls to me- i keep this thing spotless... haha
TR3driver
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Well, there you have it. You can work on at least some of those leaks for little or no money. Cut a nice, extra thick fuel pump gasket from the backing for a legal pad with a sharp knife. Pull the crankcase tube out and carve a piece of wood to use to expand the end, then clean the hole and smear with Permatex before reinstalling the tube. Make sure the little support link is in place. Etc.
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Look like it's time to buy a new project.
Russ Austin
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Drive IT!
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JFeher said:
Russ Austin said:
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Wear it out!
What good is something like that if you don't enjoy it?
Don't worry, I'm sure it'll find something for you to do once you get back home.
If you are really bored and have to have something to do, run a compression test to see if you broke any rings or a piston running it on pump gas.
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Seriously... I recommend that if you have room in your garage that you find a TR3 or a TR2 and restore it to the high level that you've gotten your '4 to. Drive one and work on the other. That way, you don't have the pressure of having to complete the '2 or '3 in order to enjoy them.
You've got a beautiful car there! Always encouraging to see these cars brought up to and kept in such great shape. For me it's a matter of "historic preservation" as much as car restoration.
You've got a beautiful car there! Always encouraging to see these cars brought up to and kept in such great shape. For me it's a matter of "historic preservation" as much as car restoration.