Rodbr Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 The early cars had a metal dished grommet held in with a spring strip. I have a complete one but the other spring had broken. Anyone suggest what I can make this from as it is not an easy shape to replicate. They have to draw when pressed to allow the cup to be removed. Otherwise the metal cups are in great condition. All suggestions considered. Rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RogerH Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 Hi Rod, if the spring has a round cross section then possibly piano wire will do the job. Have a look on ebay for piano wire - all sorts of gauges. Roger Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodbr Posted June 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 hi roger, unfortunately it's a flat section which is domed across through slits at 180 degrees. As you depress the spring so the ends withdraw and then you pull up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR 2100 Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 Never seen the early "Metal dished grommet" type. Would love to see some photos? And maybe photos would help to suggest a means of replicating them. AlanR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rodbr Posted June 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 Hi Alan, If you think of a ww2 British army helmet inverted and a curved spring to lock into place. I don't have any pics just now and they are in one of many boxes of refurbished parts ready from rebuild. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 (edited) We are in the throws of remaking this item. Samples got 'lost', but we are up and running again. More info when the project is completed. Challenge is economic pressed part, the spring is a simple flat strip with bent down ends attached by a 3/32" rivet Cheers Peter W Edited June 16, 2019 by BlueTR3A-5EKT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
roger murray-evans Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 Eager customer here Pete! Roger M-E Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikej Posted June 17, 2019 Report Share Posted June 17, 2019 Flat spring can be made from a hack-saw blade. Just need a small grinder to shape and remove the teeth! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EdwinTiben Posted June 19, 2019 Report Share Posted June 19, 2019 Here’s a picture of the original plug from colin briscoe’s tr2. have been able to source 2 For My tr2, But they are hard to find. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John McCormack Posted June 19, 2019 Report Share Posted June 19, 2019 (edited) On 6/17/2019 at 1:38 AM, TR 2100 said: Never seen the early "Metal dished grommet" type. Would love to see some photos? And maybe photos would help to suggest a means of replicating them. AlanR Thank you for the photo. I need two for my long door car. Edited June 19, 2019 by John McCormack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 Part Number 602219 Prototype plugs are with me now. Lots of hand finishing work required to ensure fit prior to production and sale. I have made a mock up spring from stainless and loosely riveted it to the plate with an old nail, to see what the final fitment will be like. Plates are good but slightly bigger overall o/d than orig - which really makes no difference in service. Concourse boys might get out a file to reduce the diameter slightly..... Intend to get the things corrosion protected, probably by e coating, so they can be sprayed by the end user. First production batch should be available by October. NOTE - These will fit ALL TR's from TR2-TR6 instead of the rubber bung pt no 603384 Cheers Peter W PS I will put one in my TR if someone wants to touch one at IWE on Saturday. following are pics of plug in and out of floors. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 Hi ~ Any idea about the price? Tom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 2 minutes ago, Fireman049 said: Hi ~ Any idea about the price? Tom. No I do not know final costs yet so any given price may change. Peter W Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 Thank you ~ Tom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted August 17, 2019 Report Share Posted August 17, 2019 This reminds me. In 1976 I bought a 1955 TR2. I'm fairly sure that this had the metal floor seals. I'm sure they are somewhere in my garage ~ but where??? I'm lucky to locate my 3A in there let alone small items!!! Tom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AJ2014 Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 (edited) Hi, A couple of photos of my original metal floor grommets, these were still fitted in the cars original floor panels which had been plated over with a single sheet of metal each side by a P.O. To be cleaned up and refitted in my new floor panels. Great work Peter W. Cheers Ade Edited August 29, 2019 by AJ2014 Photo added Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 10, 2019 Report Share Posted October 10, 2019 I have enough parts now to assemble 40 plugs, but am still waiting for a price ( and a bill) from the press shop that made the plug. Am currently black etch priming them as individual items & I will assemble using a Monel pop rivet rather than the solid steel rivet. If anyone wants to buy just the spring strip I have a few spares at £6.00 each including a copper rivet. Plus whatever the postage is at cost. Cheers Peter W Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 (edited) First batch black primed and assembled using monel pop rivet (coz it don't rust) rather than an original steel item. Still waiting for a price from the press shop! I have a dozen or so spring steel straps spare if you want to rebuild your own. They will come with a 3/16" dia. copper rivet to attach at £6.00 each plus postage Cheers Peter W Edited October 21, 2019 by BlueTR3A-5EKT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
2long Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 Can I get a pair for my 2 when they are ready? They look nice! Cheers Dan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 21, 2019 Report Share Posted October 21, 2019 (edited) On 10/21/2019 at 6:26 PM, 2long said: Can I get a pair for my 2 when they are ready? They look nice! Cheers Dan Yes Dan - I will put a pair to one side for you. I am still waiting for a price for the plug part from the press shop so have no selling price yet. Peter W Edited October 23, 2019 by BlueTR3A-5EKT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
68tr Posted October 22, 2019 Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 Hi Peter, Put me down for 2 pairs if you don't mind. Great job! Thanks, Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CJD Posted October 22, 2019 Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 I would be interested in a set too! John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 (edited) On 10/22/2019 at 3:57 AM, 68tr said: Hi Peter, Put me down for 2 pairs if you don't mind. Great job! Thanks, Mike Yes Mike I will put a pair to one side for you. I am still waiting for a price for the plug part from the press shop so have no selling price yet. Cheers Peter W Edited October 23, 2019 by BlueTR3A-5EKT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 (edited) On 10/22/2019 at 4:03 AM, CJD said: I would be interested in a set too! John Yes John I will put a pair to one side for you I am still waiting for a price for the plug part from the press shop so have no selling price yet. Cheers Peter W Edited October 23, 2019 by BlueTR3A-5EKT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Morrison Posted October 23, 2019 Report Share Posted October 23, 2019 Peter you have a PM, John. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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