Hamish Posted June 3, 2020 Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 Hi like a few others I have gate crashed the TR6 forum topic “So what happening in your garage this weekend?” I was wondering if it was worth starting a general ..... “What’s happening in your garage today” topic in this General TR Technical forum. then all formites can add a quick short post as to what they are up to. and we don’t have to gate crash the TR6 forum that not all formites visit. I'm not suggesting that It should replace individual post or themed posts just a quick “what I’m up to” post. perhaps it doesn’t have to be solely car related ? thoughts ....................... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dic Doretti Posted June 3, 2020 Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 Doretti coupe having a rest after a long days dismantling. Its going to be a busy summer. Cheers Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Z320 Posted June 3, 2020 Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 Why at "General Technik" and not ar "Out and about"? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hamish Posted June 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 Open to location but thought garage activity more likely technical and out and about is tr trips out ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DavidBee Posted June 3, 2020 Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 20 minutes ago, Z320 said: OK +1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Morrison Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 Well Mrs M popped her head around the door and thought I had sub let, it was so clean and tidy, so there! Most dangerous thing for me about lockdown is going looking for things to do, cause you will find them, as others have found, rust never sleeps, and it's like an iceberg, 10% on the surface and the rest hidden. John. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeThomas Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 Expecting my 5 back mid June after being away since 2 Nov 2019 for bare metal respray, however in the interim the garage has become a bit of a dumping ground so this weekend I will be having a clear out, this will include putting the blower on to get rid of all the dust and leaves. Been a good boy doing lots of decorating and garden is fab so I've earned time off to welcome back the lady. Will find any excuse to get her out as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mick Forey Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 Still very slowly rebuilding my TR3 engine in situ. Waiting for the head to come back: it will be about three weeks, that was six weeks ago. Hopefully it will be back next week with new valves, guides, springs etc. and a gentle skim. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Quicksilver Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 + 1 Marcel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 (edited) R & P steering I see - which one did you go for ? Bob. Edited June 4, 2020 by Lebro Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 11 hours ago, Lebro said: R & P steering I see - which one did you go for ? Bob. Looks like the TR Bitz one. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Is there an engine earth strap? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ctc77965o Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 (edited) I'm completing the door cards for my 1974 BMW 2002 turbo...then its finished, after a full restoration from an incomplete non-runner, will try to get it registered for road-use next week....... one of 62 Cars sold by BMW Concessionaires UK (one of 1672 made)...shipped to Malaysia when new in late '74 then raced in regional touring/saloon car series in 1975. The first European production turbo.... https://www.bmw2002faq.com/forums/topic/198672-advice-on-a-garden-find/ lockdown has really accelerated completion of the project...all the small trim bits and wiring....i was expecting it to take until 2022 to finish...but now miraculously done after 10 weeks lockdown... Edited June 5, 2020 by ctc77965o Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Noel Maule Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Well, the TR is having to move over in my garage this weekend and make way for the Westie. One the whole it's very reliable and trouble free, but one of the core plugs has just started a slight weep so I will sort that on Saturday. While the bonnet is raised and the tools are out I think I will just run through the valve clearances too. They haven't been looked at in quite a while. That will be my garage activity for the weekend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 3 hours ago, Noel Maule said: Well, the TR is having to move over in my garage this weekend and make way for the Westie. One the whole it's very reliable and trouble free, but one of the core plugs has just started a slight weep so I will sort that on Saturday. While the bonnet is raised and the tools are out I think I will just run through the valve clearances too. They haven't been looked at in quite a while. That will be my garage activity for the weekend. Ex father in law had one of those back in the day about 1970 nice car Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hamish Posted June 5, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 TR3a After changing all the oils (Engine, gearbox/OD, rear axle) on the 3rd June. today I have changed the coolant blue antifreeze/water mix. i think the servicing is complete complete with reminder stickers on the battery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Noel Maule Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 1 hour ago, stuart said: Ex father in law had one of those back in the day about 1970 nice car Stuart. Hi Stuart. This one is a 1954 model. A90 Six Westminster Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 17 minutes ago, Noel Maule said: Hi Stuart. This one is a 1954 model. A90 Six Westminster Nice I like the 2 tone. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark69 Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Well that's the bonnet finished just another 7 to do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iain Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 3 hours ago, Hamish said: TR3a After changing all the oils (Engine, gearbox/OD, rear axle) on the 3rd June. today I have changed the coolant blue antifreeze/water mix. i think the servicing is complete complete with reminder stickers on the battery. Brake fluid? :-) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iain Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 (edited) Strip the chassis tomorrow.......if I can find it? Edited June 5, 2020 by iain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hamish Posted June 5, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 10 minutes ago, iain said: Brake fluid? :-) Well, I did the front with fitting new brake lines...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PodOne Posted June 5, 2020 Report Share Posted June 5, 2020 Well after nearly two years of welding and fitting the doors etc to get the panel gaps right the shell has finally gone for blasting and a coat of epoxy. Perhaps some would say the wrong way round but there was no strength in the sills and I wanted to use the chassis as a jig to keep everything aligned. Fingers crossed there is no surprises! Some pics before and I pop some after ones up once she's back. Just need to prep all the panels now. Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted June 6, 2020 Report Share Posted June 6, 2020 12 hours ago, PodOne said: Well after nearly two years of welding and fitting the doors etc to get the panel gaps right the shell has finally gone for blasting and a coat of epoxy. Perhaps some would say the wrong way round but there was no strength in the sills and I wanted to use the chassis as a jig to keep everything aligned. Fingers crossed there is no surprises! Some pics before and I pop some after ones up once she's back. Just need to prep all the panels now. Andy By the looks of it you seem to have got everything already.I would have got them to coat in Bondarust as if you do have any extra welding you can weld right up to it without it getting damaged, it just turns brown. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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