Dady
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Can anyone help with this one, as I’m no auto electrician. My brake lights are not working, only discovered on a run out on Sunday with my local group (North Wales). A group member has spent some time today trying to narrow down the problem. Firstly, all other lights work ok, including side lights. Bulbs checked, all ok. Fuses all ok too. There is power to the brake light switch, but nothing at the brake light connectors. Poor earth? Or could it be a faulty/failed switch?
as ever, any help will be much appreciated.
David
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Maybe my eyesight or iPad, but the bonnet looks wonky to me when you compare the line of the top of the grille. Also, looks like the under lip of the bonnet requires some attention, unless it’s just reflections of light!
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On 4/7/2024 at 9:44 AM, Chris Fiddes said:
Thanks but looking for pair in black
Chris, these are mine, see pic. Replaced with MX5 seats.
pm me if interested
David
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I have a pair in black with white piping. They also have a heating element fitted (never tested).
David
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Hi Neil, I am pleased you managed to eventually find the car you were looking for, and at a very good price too.
enjoy your driving
David
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Thanks for all the suggestions. I have had similar thoughts re plenum blockage. I’ll update this thread once I’ve investigated.
David
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It’s happened a few time now. Following a downpour, or an over enthusiastic car wash with hose sprinkler, I get a wet leg when moving off. I cannot find where exactly it’s coming from, but it pours down from behind the dash just to the right of the steering column. There are one or two areas in the corner drainage channel of the bonnet that look suspect. No rust or rotting that I can discern. Windscreen seal is not brilliant but would not, in my opinion, be the cause of the deluge. As ever, all contributions gratefully received.
cheers
David
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My annoying rattle turned out to be loose plates located just behind each b-pillar. These plates were previously used to secure the folding hood mechanism that had been made redundant following conversion to Surrey Top - at least that’s my theory.
David
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Here a photo of mine. Agree that the quality from Demon Tweeks is very good for the price (£20 the pair).
David
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Hi Jase, this one - Streamline (36-52mm)
David
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I’ve now fitted some E-Tech tips from Demon Tweeks. Much bigger than I’d hoped but I think they’ll do the job.
David
Ps with thanks to TR Rob for the heads-up
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I hope it’s not being managed by Fujitsu?
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On 2/12/2024 at 5:48 PM, TR Rob said:
I have one on order from Demon Tweeks. Unfortunately the smaller version is out of stock at the moment. Contacted them and they should be back in stock over next few days !!
Love that rolled edge !!
Hi Rob, I’d be grateful for an update once you’ve fitted yours!
David
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20 hours ago, BlueTR3A-5EKT said:
I think the external pipe diameter is 1 3/4”. Or almost 45 mm. It used to be an Harmo TT176. We stocked and sold them for the regular mild steel exhaust but then stainless came along and the pipe ends got polished. And there went another product.
Depending on which side of the rubber strap the rear exhaust is currently mounted you may be able to move the pipes rearward by the thickness of the rubber and mounting bracket. Just a thought.
You must measure the pipe diameter before ordering of course as over the years the exhausts have not remained as original.
Something like this perhaps?
Or?
Thanks Peter W, unfortunately the eBay offerings appear to be same as Halfords offerings!
David
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5 hours ago, TR Rob said:
That’s more like it! I’ll take a trip to my local outlet.
Thanks TR Rob
David
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I have twin stainless pipes that are a little shorter than I would like. Because of this they both disclour the rear bumper and blow back into the cabin when the roof is off. I have tried fitting some extending tips bought from Halfords (which have been returned, as really poor quality). Can anyone recommend a suitable supplier, preferably not made in the far east!!
David
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hi I purchased these retainers which are polished finish and seem very good
David
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Hi John, yes they are 72 spoke. Made by MWS. Tyres are Toyo 195/65R/15.
Thanks for the compliments
David
On 1/18/2024 at 5:09 PM, twostrokekid said:Love the car!
Question about the wheels and tyres (which look great). Are they 72 spoke, standard ie. not centre laced, and what size tyres? I'm currently looking to refit my 4A and yours look nicely proportioned.
Thanks, John
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Maybe a silly question but…when my car was sold to me it was described as being Midnight Blue. I was new to the mark and had not done a great deal of homework. I bought it from a well known classic car dealer (not a TR specialist).
My curiosity has been raised as many TR members have corrected me when I’ve described the colour, telling me that Midnight Blue is not a Triumph colour and in fact the colour, I’m told is Royal Blue.
So which is it? Midnight or Royal?
it doesn’t bother me either way as I love the colour but it would be nice to know. Can anyone help?
For information, I have the Heritage certificate - it was white when built!
David
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That’s exactly what I’d like to do too. How difficult/easy was it, how long did it take you and where did you source your bulbs? Have you also done the external lighting?
David
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3 hours ago, Jase said:
I picked them up from ebay after a recommendation from Stuart on here.
Cheers Jase, as it happens I got the polished circular ones just before Christmas, yet to fit them.
David
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Hi Jase, thanks for the advice. Do you remember your source for those seatbelt guides. I have static belts at present but was considering changing to inertia ones.
David
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Update - I am pleased to report that my new seats were installed last Thursday.
I chose the MX5 type with detachable headrest. They were fitted by Carl from TR Trader and I must say I’m very pleased with the results. Very firm and solid with leather facings. Only driven a few miles to test but so far so good. A good match for the rest of the interior too.My compliments to Carl, what a nice guy to do business with.
David
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On 12/4/2023 at 8:54 AM, Hamish said:
It’s £10 from Halfords just buy a new one and be sure- not a lot in the scheme of things surely ? It’s insurance from potentially expensive engine damage, even stored in the garage if the winter continues to be so cold and variable with this freeze thaw.
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/engine-oils-and-fluids/antifreeze/halfords-silicate-ready-mixed-antifreeze-2l-600407.htmlA word of warning - I used the link above and entered my reg number…message came back stating not suitable for my car (TR4a)
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I have brake lights! As suggested by RobH it was indeed the switch that had failed. Thanks to all for your invaluable input as usual. Also thanks to my local independent Landrover specialist who provided the new switch!
David