pjtr8 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 (edited) Hello All, I am looking for opinions and anecdotal evidence on the best TR engine specialist in the UK. At some point in the next 24/36 months, I would like my TR4A's engine rebuilt and when I do I would like it tuned/modified to a fast road specification. I live in Canterbury, Kent, which is a disadvantage as it seems to be a long way from any the UK's genuine TR specialists (please correct me if I am wrong). However, it is an advantage in that when I do have the engine rebuilt, I may as well have the car transported to which ever specialist I fancy most. I have considered the following specialists... Racetorations TREnterprises TRBitz TRGB RevingtonTR Enginuity I have dealt with some of them previously and have started to form some bias for who I prefer, but really wanted to first ask this community of their experiences in using any of them or any other companies I have not listed, particularly when it comes to improving the spec of their TR engine. Money and time aren't really a consideration although I am sure this may change in the future when it comes to having it done. I look forward to reading your thoughts and feedback. Regards, Paul Edited April 21, 2019 by pjtr8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR 2100 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 19 minutes ago, pjtr8 said: Hello All, I am looking for opinions and anecdotal evidence on the best TR engine specialist in the UK. Well, good luck with that one. Think about the implications of setting up an opinion poll on TR suppliers. AlanR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pjtr8 Posted April 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 8 minutes ago, TR 2100 said: Well, good luck with that one. Think about the implications of setting up an opinion poll on TR suppliers. AlanR Yes agreed. Imagine the consequences of not doing enough due diligence before deciding on who I should trust to do the work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR 2100 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 32 minutes ago, pjtr8 said: Yes agreed. Imagine the consequences of not doing enough due diligence before deciding on who I should trust to do the work. You would get so many recommendations from various members for all of the above that you would be no further forward. And consider the legal position of the TR Register should they allow bad references to be posted on the Forum without considerable checking with the relevant supplier and giving the opportunity to respond. Just not practical. AlanR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pjtr8 Posted April 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Thanks Alan, I appreciate your thoughts and I respect them. To be honest I am happy to hear only positive feedback, particularly those relating to improved engine specifications with UK TR engine specialists. From there I can contact those individuals directly to gain further advice on costs, times, component specifics etc. Alternatively, anyone open to share their experiences, please feel free to message me privately. Thanks again. Regards, Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndyR100 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 I’v not heard any feedback or had personal experience related to TR Bitz ........ Regarding the others I would be happy for any of them to work on my engine, given that you have plenty of time you can talk to them all at your own pace, hear how they would propose to do the job , the timescale, costs and guarantees they will give. After that you can make an informed choice, and compare apples with apples, or know why one may have a very different price-tag from another. ...... Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steves_TR6 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Perhaps a parallel example might help! when commissioning new sails for Amita I was unsure who to buy from and how much to spend. They cost a six figure sum. so i wrote a detailed specification of what i wanted from the sails, how i would use them, performance and longevity expectations etc but not price, and sent this to potential suppliers. some quoted instantly, some had questions, some never responded! this allowed me to enter a discussion with 2 shortlisted suppliers and to select one. in the end i was very happy with the sails and i feel i reduced, but not elimintaed!, unforseen problems. one other point i really enjoyed visiting the sail loft to see progress, and on several occasions this allowed options to be discusssed and decisions taken in a more informed manner that would have been the case remotely. So perhaps nearness is an advantage? steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
had17462 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 24-36 months anything can happen in that time maybe ask the question nearer the time ,maybe 12 mths in advance so you can book it in etc,there's a lot of very good engine builders which charge a lot less than the TR speacilists. Good luck with it though. regards Nick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisR-4A Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Hi Paul, I'm with Steve, you need to spend much time deciding what spec you want, Engine capacity, Carburation, head work, balancing, Exhaust system, Air filters, Crankcase breathing. Etc Also once dismantled there may be remedial work required, ie head stud helicoils, cracks in head or block etc which you need to have a contingency cost for. Only by doing this can you compare eggs with eggs and consider the cost. Best of luck Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timhum Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 I've dealt wit TRGB for some time now and have been very pleased with their work. Having some further engine tuning work being done now on my TR3a. I will be pleased to speak privately with you on the matter. Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Malbaby Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 IMHO...simple design engine..no need to spend mega money at a "TR specialist". Find a very good local mechanic and engine machine shop and go from there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisR-4A Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Carlow Engineering of Benfleet Essex (20mins from Dartford Crossing on a good Day) did my engine and have done many others mainly for triumphs. Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stillp Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Do it yourself, it's much more satisfying. Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark1965TR4aBRG Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 I have a TRGB Fast Road engine with 45 Webers, Red cam, Phoenix system, etc etc and it's great. If you'd like a ride in my 4a drop me a PM and I'll happily let you make your own mind up.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RogerH Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/21/2019 at 9:12 AM, pjtr8 said: Hello All, I am looking for opinions and anecdotal evidence on the best TR engine specialist in the UK. At some point in the next 24/36 months, I would like my TR4A's engine rebuilt and when I do I would like it tuned/modified to a fast road specification. I live in Canterbury, Kent, which is a disadvantage as it seems to be a long way from any the UK's genuine TR specialists (please correct me if I am wrong). However, it is an advantage in that when I do have the engine rebuilt, I may as well have the car transported to which ever specialist I fancy most. I have considered the following specialists... Racetorations TREnterprises TRBitz TRGB RevingtonTR Enginuity I have dealt with some of them previously and have started to form some bias for who I prefer, but really wanted to first ask this community of their experiences in using any of them or any other companies I have not listed, particularly when it comes to improving the spec of their TR engine. Money and time aren't really a consideration although I am sure this may change in the future when it comes to having it done. I look forward to reading your thoughts and feedback. Regards, Paul Hi Paul, I have sent you a PM Roger Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pjtr8 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/22/2019 at 7:33 PM, ChrisR-4A said: Carlow Engineering of Benfleet Essex (20mins from Dartford Crossing on a good Day) did my engine and have done many others mainly for triumphs. Chris Thanks Chris, I'll speak to them before making any decisions. Kind Regards, Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pjtr8 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 5 hours ago, Mark1965TR4aBRG said: I have a TRGB Fast Road engine with 45 Webers, Red cam, Phoenix system, etc etc and it's great. If you'd like a ride in my 4a drop me a PM and I'll happily let you make your own mind up.. Thanks Mark, I will be in touch. Regards Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pjtr8 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/21/2019 at 10:23 PM, timhum said: I've dealt wit TRGB for some time now and have been very pleased with their work. Having some further engine tuning work being done now on my TR3a. I will be pleased to speak privately with you on the matter. Tim Thanks Tim, I will speak to TRGB. Regards Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark1965TR4aBRG Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Speak to Gary who owns the business or Jason who actually does the engine re-builds. They are super busy so you'll need to plan and book ahead. I'm 20 mins from TRGB too.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Perhaps Crown Classics in Twickenham. https://www.crownclassiccars.co.uk The business is run by two brothers that worked for many years in the Cox and Buckles (latterly Moss) engine building and garage workshop in Richmond, so they know their way around a TR engine. They have recently done a full TR engine for another forum member who to my knowledge is very pleased with the outcome. Cheers Peter W Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel A Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Crown Classics changed my cam and did some head work a couple of years ago and it has run perfectly ever since. Nigel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
roy53 Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 CCK classic cars Kent are very knowledgeable with our 4 cyl ones. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rcreweread Posted April 30, 2019 Report Share Posted April 30, 2019 Paul -I've had some experience of one of these companies, but not all positive so have sent you a PM, cheers Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MadMarx Posted May 2, 2019 Report Share Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) Occasionally i'm getting across the TR Enterprise cars at Spa. They do pretty well and have good power figures. Cheers Chris Edited May 2, 2019 by MadMarx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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