TR6 What to do while at the shop...

[Marmoset54]

Hey fellas,

Saving up for the overdrive conversion of my TR6. I believe the car is entirely stock which gives me an even bigger hole to put my money in. YAY!

Assuming the car is stock, what other work would you have done at the shop while having the OD installed? I know there is discussion about new compression ratios and whatnot. The shop appears to be about an hour away and I want to make use of the time while the car is there.

Suggestions? I have my online shopping cart filled at moss motors just for when monies are avail.

So...suggestions? Thanks!

 

[malbaby]

I assume that you are contemplating the J type Triumph OD for an original transmission...... [or a Toyota/Ford 5 speed conversion].
In regards to other work besides the clutch, depends on the present condition of the engine and drive line...There are a lot of possibilities for upgrades.

 

[Marmoset54]

I assume that you are contemplating the J type Triumph OD for an original transmission...... [or a Toyota/Ford 5 speed conversion].
In regards to other work besides the clutch, depends on the present condition of the engine and drive line...There are a lot of possibilities for upgrades.

No sir. A Type. Just missed the cutoff for J.

 

[Hamish Racing]

Just make sure it’s safe to drive. Tyres brakes bearings fresh fluids.

don’t give the shop a blank cheque (check?)

enjoy the car in the summer and save up. Then you can have the winter to fettle to your hearts content.

 

[poolboy]

The car shouldn't be in the shop very long if they have the parts...maybe a couple days if they procrastinate and take frequent breaks.
The engine will not need to be removed only most of the interior, seats, dash support, carpet, and tunnel and transmission....Of course examine the clutch components... have the fork pin reinforced on the clutch shaft if it's not been done by a PO.
So, maybe just have the U-joints greased and the differential mounts checked...If this hasn't been done ask to check the crankshaft endfloat at the flywheel since it will be exposed with the transmission out of the way...
All that will add another day to the project.

 

[DrEntropy]

If this hasn't been done ask to check the crankshaft endfloat at the flywheel since it will be exposed with the transmission out of the way...

Good suggestion, Ken. That's a big deal which gets overlooked a lot if a shop is not familiar with those engines. Had a couple over the years show up at the shop, owners thinking the clutch was knackered. Thrust bearings worn to th' nubs, most of 'em turned to debris in the sump...