Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021

THE TRUMPET The Official Publication of the Georgia Triumph Association

Upcoming GTA Events

Southside Monthly GTA Meeting Thur., Sept. 2, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Partners II Pizza, Fayetteville

Atlanta British Motorcar Day Sat, Sept. 4, 9:30am – 2:00pm Tellus Science Museum, Cartersville

GTA Monthly Meeting Tue., Sept., 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm The Crossing Steakhouse, Norcross

GTA Mountain Division Monthly Luncheon Tue., Sept., 28, 11:30am - 1:30pm 19 Degrees North, Dahlonega

Southside Monthly GTA Meeting Thur., Oct., 7, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Partners II Pizza, Fayetteville

More info. & Other events Are listed starting on pages 8 & 45.

Membership

Welcome New Members Peter & Polly Hemingwayn

Renewals 11 New members 1 Total Membership 160

1 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 From the Driver’s Seat September 2021 by Jim Orr

It’s time to create some air movement people! SEPTEMBER 2021 Presents All These Options: Atlanta British Motorcar Day September – oh September – has long been my The Norcross British Car Fayre most anticipated month of the year. I was in the VTR nationals Convention Dry-Cleaning business for ten years in my younger 6-Pack Trials days, and there is nothing hotter and more humid Brits in the Valley (Columbus GA) than a Dry cleaner with a shirt laundry during July Autumn in the Mountains (Hendersonville, NC) and August in the south. Every year, when September hit, it was as if somebody fipped a Add to the above list, all of the regular cruise in switch. Finally, temps were low enough to allow events around Atlanta and you have an even more our bodies to cool themselves – all we need is air packed month. Get out and enjoy at least one of that is 10 degrees below body temp + a little air these events – you will not regret it. movement and one can be quite comfortable. Does that sound familiar? It is time to get in your If you can’t make it to anything else, try and make Triumphs, and create some air movement. the monthly GTA meeting on the 21st in Norcross. I September packs many options for things to do will be back in town after September 10th – I look and people to see in your Triumph. The following forward to joining you on the road! are just British Car or Triumph Exclusive events. Be safe! Jim Orr GTA President (AKA Bodine)

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Southside Report

The next Southside Monthly Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 2, 7:00pm – 8:30pm at Partners II Pizza, 834 Glynn St S #228, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

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The next Mountain Division Monthly Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 11:30am - 1:30pm at 19 Degrees North, 19 North Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA

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GTA Meeting Minutes August 17 2021 By Lori Smith

Attendees: Jim Orr Neal Turner Tom Hodges Abe and Susan Cheije Steve Kohlhagen Lori Smith

Meeting Minutes: Our August meeting was held at Mazzy's Bar, and although the bar itself seemed sparsely attended, there were a ton of cars and apparently there was a big pool tournament being held in the back room. Needless to say, none of us went and checked it out. Since we had a sparse group and a late start, we only have a few, but important things to share with GTA members:

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2021 Atlanta British Motorcar Day - 9/4/2021: As you all know, the 2021 Atlanta British Motorcar Day is fast approaching! Link to the show website is https://atlantabritishmotorcarday.org/. We need GTA members to register ASAP! Date is Sept. 4th - the link to register is https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ atlanta-british-motorcar-day-tickets-160058147227. If you'd like to register more than one car, there is a discount, see link. Registration includes the cost to register your car, however, entry into the Tellus Science Museum is separate. I went there on a feld trip with my son's 3rd or 4th grade class, and it was well worth it, if you'd like to make a full day of it! The show hours are from 10am - 2pm. Cool off afterwards by visiting the Tellus Science Museum, you won't be disappointed!

The GA Triumph Association will bring food, tents, etc and there will be trophies (per class) - we will setup the tents, and we'll be selling off all current GTA swag - at a discount!!! Did I already say that if you plan on coming you need to register ASAP! Yes this will be a fun year at a new temporary venue as this year, it is being held at the Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville. Abe Cheije shared that this is a temporary location, because next year the Atlanta British Motorcar Day will be moving to it's new and "permanent" location, The Savoy Car Museum, which is being built in Cartersville. This will be a fantastic venue for 2022, and a great place to visit and tour!

I did some research on the new locale for next year...The Savoy Car Museum is was designed by INOX Design. If you would like to see the amazing and innovative designs, go to https://www.inox-design.com/projects/museums-exhibits/ The museum campus will feature a variety of automobiles. The 65,961 square feet space includes a café/dining room, and a car theater. The park grounds are designed to support automotive events (such as Atlanta British Motorcar Day), and competitions. The museum website is https:// savoymuseum.org/, and they have a Facebook page too if you'd like to visit: https:// www.facebook.com/savoyautomuseum/. I must say it looks pretty amazing! And they are excited to host events like this - as they say on a post "We can't wait to see cool cars like

6 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 these on the museum grounds" accompanied by a black & white photo of some very cool cars from the Mid50s! The Savoy Car Museum is tentatively scheduled to open Fall 2021.

2021 Atlanta British Car Fayre - 9/11/2021: If you can handle two car shows back-to-back, the following weekend, on September 11th, register your car for the 2021 Atlanta British Car Fayre! Or just come for fun and have a good day driving your Triumph to Historic Old Norcross, where it is held annually. With lots to see and do, this year's Atlanta British Car Fayre will be no different! Always a great place to be, with lots of food options and a good turnout. The website for the show is https://www.atlantabritishcarfayre.com/home-1.html, and the link to register is https:// fs2.formsite.com/r44cVX/dg1zrbq7rv/index.html (Note: payment is done thru PayPal or your PayPal account).

Hopefully both these shows are blessed with good weather, good attendance - not too hot, and hopefully the afternoon summer thunderstorms will stay away until it's over!

2021 Christmas Party: This year's Christmas party is once again being generously hosted by GTA members Abe and Susan Cheije! Susan shared that it takes several days to setup all the decorations, but we'll all be looking forward to it - should be fun!!! I think by then, we'll all be ready to share in some GTA Christmas spirit!!! More details to follow in the coming months. ------So that's' it folks! Again, please consider joining us at the upcoming British Motor Car Days held this year on Saturday September 4th at the Tellus Meseum in Cartersville. For only a $20 registration fee you get a catered BBQ lunch on the GTA plus the opportunity to show your pride & joy. Register here.

The next GTA Monthly Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 7:00pm – 8:30pm at The Crossing Steakhouse, 40 S Peachtree St, Norcross, GA 30071, USA (map)

7 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 Activities Report Be sure to check the GTA Calendar of events for the latest updates https://gatriumph.com/calendar/

Southside Monthly GTA Meeting We are looking for good attendance by When GTA members. Register here https:// Thursday, September 2, 7:00pm – 8:30pm www.eventbrite.com/e/atlanta-british- Where motorcar-day-tickets-160058147227. Partners II Pizza, 834 Glynn St S #228, Fayetteville, GA 30214, United States (map) Caffeine and Octane Cruise In When Sunday, September 5, 7:00am – 11:00am Grind 'N Gears Car Show Where When Perimeter Mall, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Saturday, September 4, 8:00am – 11:00am Rd, Atlanta, GA 30346, USA (map) Where Description 6806-6908 North Point Cir, Alpharetta, GA Modeled after a well-known California 30022, USA show, the event would be appropriately Description informal, with an automotively non- The show will be the frst Saturday of every denominational approach. What was month. Designed to not confict with desired was a show that would display C&O, WORSHIP or people’s church cars that were both new and old, foreign services. Here is a link. Sign up to learn and domestic, bone stock and wildly more as we role it out Grind "N Gears . modifed all together in the same lot. Look forward to seeing y’all there.

Sunday Car Worship Atlanta British Motorcar Day When When Sunday, September 5, 8:00am – 11:00am Saturday, September 4, 9:30am – 2:00pm Where Where Target Shopping Center, at Panera Bread, Tellus Science Museum, 100 Tellus Dr, 1135 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075 Cartersville, GA 30120, USA (map) Description Description Tired of the fashy, overpopulated C&C The annual Atlanta British Motorcar Day events? This is a quiet event with great will take place on Saturday, September 4, folks who aren't afraid to drive their cars... 2021 at the Tellus Museum in Cartersville.

8 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 even in the rain. Can you believe it? See 2021 North American Triumph you there. Challenge, Edmond, OK A reminder about this 1st Sunday When gathering. September 14 – 18, 2021 Where Join us and bring a friend to 'Worship' for Edmond, OK, USA (map) some quiet fellowship. Worship! Description We invite all triumph enthusiasts to join us in our celebration of the great Route 66 Atlanta British Car Fayre and its legacy in Oklahoma. We’ve When planned to incorporate as many events as Saturday, September 11, 10am – 3pm we can so that everyone can explore what Where Oklahoma has to offer. We’ll have the Historic Norcross, 27 S Peachtree St, usual gimmick rally, autocross, funkana, Norcross, GA 30071, USA (map) concourse and a simple TSD rally that Description requires no experience or calculators to compete in. There will be a craft, photo, The British Are Coming Back To and the model contest as usual, with Downtown Norcross! We have the go- awards for all events. Complete info here. ahead from the City of Norcross to once again host the Atlanta British Car Fayre! Your hosts: Central Oklahoma Vintage Triumph Register and Green Country We all missed gathering together in 2020, Triumphs so we are sure that the 2021 car fayre will make history with the number of participants and the quality of fne British Atlanta Garage Party automobiles. To everyone who displays When their vehicles or participates in any way, Friday, September 17, 8:00pm – 11:00pm let’s show our enthusiasm by making Where this the best show ever! TBD Description For event details and to register your http://atlgarageparty.com/attend.htm vehicle visit our website at The Atlanta Garage Party is a monthly www.atlantabritishcarfayre.com social event for people who own collectable or modifed cars of any See you in Norcross on September 11th condition, and work on them themselves. for a fabulously British day! It takes place somewhere in the larger metro-Atlanta area on every third Friday of the month, at ~8pm. Usually it lasts to

9 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 between 11pm and midnight. It is not for GTA Monthly Meeting people who only read car magazines and When watch Top Gear, or collect cars that others Tuesday September 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm work on. If you are one of those, please Where keep that a secret. If you would like to host The Crossing Steakhouse, 40 S Peachtree one of these parties, then you need to be St, Norcross, GA 30071. a person who attends them, and has Description gotten to know others in the group. Monthly meetings offer a chance to share Although exceptions are sometimes a meal with people who share your made, the intent is to have these parties in Triumph hobby. A great place to solicit people's home garages, not at their advice and to learn tips and tricks from businesses. If you, your spouse, children, your fellow club members. We will review and family pets spend more time at your activities and announce upcoming events place of business than at your house, or if and report briefy on club fnances. These the two have kinda merged, or if your meetings will be very informal. Arrive at business is just cool beyond words (Bryan 6:30 for dinner, and a brief business Fuller), then you have a good chance of meeting will take place at 7:30. hosting there. We would like to meet your spouse and children and let them know The monthly meetings are the THIRD that you have an enabling support group Tuesday of every month. All welcome. around you that you can fall back on when Triumph Owners, prospective owners, you are disowned by them. former owners and all supporters. PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS now! Please feel free to invite any males that ft this description, and any females whatsoever. Very closely-supervised Brits in the Valley children can come also. Please do bring When pictures of your current projects, or pieces September 23 – 26, 2021 of the project, or videos of your last track Where day, or business cards, party favors, or Columbus, GA whatever to show off. If you have a 1929 Description Miller Indy car supercharger housing with Brits in the Valley British Car Show- a hairline crack in it that you are September 23-26, 2021 Columbus, GA wondering how to repair, then just throw it Peachtree MG Registry invites you to join in your trunk and bring it along. u s f o r o u r 2 n d " B r i t s i n t h e Unsolicited advice will be plentiful. But, Valley" weekend in Columbus, GA. To dress to please the wenches, not to handle register, click here. For room the wrenches. reservation, click here.

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Following the very successful frst Brits in 2021 6-Pack Trials the Valley British Car Show in 2019, When the Peachtree MG Registry is ready for the September 30 – October 3, 2021 2021 edition! For more information go Where to Brits in the Valley. Colonial Heights, VA 23834, USA (map) Description Founded on the Falls of the James in the Autumn in the Mountains mid-18th century, Richmond and its When surrounding environs are rich in history, Saturday, September 25, 9:00am – 3:30pm dating from the early exploits of John Where Smith in the 1600’s to the Revolutionary Mills River Brewing Co., 336 Banner Farm and Civil wars in succeeding centuries. Rd., Mills River, NC 28759 TRials 2020 will be headquartered in Description Colonial Heights, a suburb located EARLY REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN approximately 20 miles south of Richmond AND CLOSES ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 and close to Moss Motors eastern • $25 for the frst car; $20 for each headquarters in Petersburg. TRials 2020 additional car ($30 after September 10) will have a number of driving tours, tech • $15 per motorcycle ($20 after sessions at the Moss facility, and September 10) suggested tours to keep everyone busy. Benefting Meals on Wheels Registration Attendance is Free to the public If you are planning on attending the 6- Pack TRials in Virginia please contact GTA Mountain Division Monthly Ashford Little; Luncheon [email protected] When 404-786-3812. Thursday September 28, 11:30am - 1:30pm. Where Grind 'N Gears Car Show 19 Degrees North, 19 North Chestatee St., When Dahlonega, GA Saturday, October 2, 8:00am – 11:00am Description Where Meetings will be held on the last Tuesday 6806-6908 North Point Cir, Alpharetta, GA of each Month at 19 North, Dahlonega, 30022, USA 11:30 AM. A great chance to get together with our membership in North Georgia.

While attending events we ask that you: Stay home if you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 if you are waiting for COVID-19 test results, or may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. While mask wearing is no longer mandated by the State of Georgia we encourage you to wear a mask and practice social distancing as you feel is necessary to protect your health and safety as well as that of others. Thank you.

11 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 Darts Were Flyin' at the Smiths! By Lori Smith

The fnal round of the 2021 dart disappeared. And of course the season was held at Jeff and Lori necessary refreshing beverages to Smith's home and garage on July enjoy for the dart game! 1st. For dinner, Lori prepared a After dinner, everyone went to the salad and two lasagna casseroles - "Man's Room" above Jeff's garage, "World's Best Lasagna" (the recipe's and the darts were ready to fy! name, not mine, but this lasagna There were a few tense moments, features both Italian Sausage and and fun was had by all, but going Beef with cheese, noodles and into the fnal round the standings tomato sauce). The second was were: "Basil Chicken Lasagna" with a h o m e m a d e A l f r e d o s a u c e . 1st – Joe E Beverages provided by the Smith’s 2nd – Tony were wine, beer or water! The meal 3rd – Jeff was pretty well demolished by all. Others brought much-appreciated After a very enthusiastic session, goodies and desserts that all but Stella ended up winning the round,

12 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 with Mike Munson fnishing second For overall season standings - it was and Joe with another strong Joe Earnest once again taking the showing at third. title. Tony Graham took second, and tied for third place were Jeff Smith and Stella Wissner). As a side note, it was great to see long-time Triumph member Mike Munson (and 2020 Kastner cup champion), who is in the process of moving back to Georgia. At his frst match, he ended up in second place! We fully e x p e c t h i m t o b e a s t r o n g challenger in future meets. Jeff and Lori's son Chase joined in the fun for the frst time, coming in 4th that night!

Overall it was a great season, with some great hosts, food, camaraderie and a lot of fun throwing darts! For next year, keep in mind that this is turning into more of a social gathering than an actual dart

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2021 Dart Tournament Scorecard

Match 1-Jack Match 2-Ashford Match 3 Match 4 Match 5 Point Competitor Place Standing TR Bonus Standing TR Bonus Standing TR Bonus Standing TR Bonus Standing TR Bonus Total Joe 4 -1 3 3 -1 2 3 -1 2 3 -1 2 3 -1 2 8 1 Tony 2 -1 1 6 0 6 1 0 1 7 -1 6 6 -1 5 13 2 Stella 3 0 3 8 0 8 7 0 7 10 0 10 1 0 1 19 3 Jeff 8 0 8 7 -1 6 5 0 5 1 0 1 8 -1 7 19 3 Glenn S 12 0 12 2 -1 1 9 0 9 6 0 6 9 -1 8 24 5 Neal 12 0 12 1 0 1 2 -1 1 10 0 10 12 0 12 24 5 Ashford 5 -1 4 12 -1 11 4 0 4 8 0 8 10 0 10 26 7 Earl 1 0 1 10 0 10 9 0 9 10 0 10 7 0 7 27 8 Hopkins,M 7 -1 6 13 0 13 6 -1 5 4 0 4 12 0 12 27 8 Jack 10 0 10 5 0 5 9 0 9 9 0 9 5 0 5 28 10 Mike M 12 0 12 13 0 13 9 0 9 10 0 10 2 0 2 33 11 Lori 6 0 6 11 -1 10 8 0 8 10 0 10 11 -1 10 34 12 Shawn 12 0 12 4 -1 3 9 0 9 10 0 10 12 0 12 34 12 Gail 12 0 12 13 0 13 9 0 9 2 -1 1 12 0 12 34 12 Chase 12 0 12 13 0 13 9 0 9 10 0 10 4 0 4 35 15 Marion 12 0 12 13 0 13 9 0 9 5 0 5 12 0 12 38 16 Hopkins,A 9 -1 8 13 0 13 9 0 9 10 0 10 12 0 12 39 17 Frank 12 0 12 9 0 9 9 0 9 10 0 10 12 0 12 40 18 Prat 11 -1 10 13 0 13 9 0 9 10 0 10 12 0 12 41 19 Phil 11 0 11 13 0 13 9 0 9 10 0 10 12 0 12 42 20

. . . . . and so That is Why I Bought This TR61 By Don Kelly

I am new to the GTA and really enjoying it When I was young back in 1969 I had a so far. My retirement project is a 1972 TR6 1959 TR3 that I restored as best I could that I am in the process of restoring and and had it painted. 10 years later I did a really enjoying it. better job and actually painted it myself.

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Overall I kept it for 20 years also had a TR3 parts car, a 1962 Austin Healey 3000 MK2 (w Triple SU carburetors) and my wife had a 1974 MG Midget. I went to England and bought a 1971 Norton Commando and spent 6 weeks driving it all over UK and Ireland. . . the one British car I always loved but never owned was the TR6. We really loved British sports cars/bikes back in the day . . . and it never went away...... and so that is why I bought this TR6 project car. Unfortunately, the hood was "Oil-canned" I have the body off and just had it media during the Media blast . . . so not sure if I blasted. I made a wooden rotisserie (Elan can fx and may have to fnd a decent used Yakov@ Rusty Beauties) and it works one with no dents . . . . (do you have any great! Easy to move around and fip over ideas if a GTA member might have one for etc. sale or know of a body shop that could fx it by shrinking the metal?)

When I got the car it looked really good, was complete and it was drivable. But engine ran very rough and car felt very "loose". The vacuum hoses were off the carbs but easy fx and was able to get the engine running pretty well. Took a cold & then hot compression test and came within within 5% per cylinder.

Interior was in great shape and had a new top.

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But I was aware of the frame issues so I found enough rust to know I had to fx it. decided to degrease, scrape and power So I decided to take the body off. Overall I wash the parts of the rear frame that I am very pleased with the condition of the could reach to see if there was serious body and frame for a 50 year old British rust. car.

After the Media Blasting (glass bead) my next step is to put an epoxy primer on the exposed metal and POR 15 rust preventer and top coat on the underside of the body, inner fenders, foor boards, etc. I will leave all of the repair areas open or cover with Zinc WeldThu primer so that I can repair them later.

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I took the Rusty Beauty rotisserie plan and I am really enjoying this project and look added small furniture mover dollies to the forward to driving it to a GTA event at bottom of each leg. This way I can easily some point. move the body around and they simply slide on and off. I also put dollies on the frame so that I can easily move it around too.

I have not worked on cars much since I Regards was young so I went to Harbor Freight to Donagh & Sue Kelly buy a bunch of inexpensive tools to do GTA this . . . .

Garland Mountain Sporting Clays By Jim Doran

A recent invitation from some a scenic 72 mile drive from Peachtree Registry MG friends led to Dawsonville to Waleska to visit

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Garland Mountain Sporting Clays and have lunch at their grill. As you can see when you visit their website, Garland Mountain Sporting Clays offers an opportunity that consists of shotgun rentals (or bring your own) and then a 14-station shooting course reached via a golf cart.

This beautiful location offers stupendous vistas and fun for the whole family. We had a great lunch at the grill with a fully stocked bar. For some reason, before we ordered a beer we were asked if we were intending to shoot afterwards! Twice a month during the summer they offer an evening meal under the stars. I’ll keep this destination in mind for a future GTA drive. Meanwhile, if you inclined to dine and shoot, go for it!

18 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 Dyno Day Friday, August 13, 2021 By Jim Doran

Thanks to Mike Hurst’s planning earlier in the year, our GTA member Tom Brand, opened his Duluth International Auto Service’s dynamometer to two other GTA members, Jim Smith with a 1967 GT6 and Jack Voller with a 1976 Spitfre. Jim had just made a carburation change to his GT6 and Jack was interested in his car’s actual output. Tom’s dynamometer performed fawlessly and provided the indisputable “tale of the tape”. In addition to the videos, screen shots of the data monitors are included.

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Jack’s 1976 Spitfre For video click on the link: https://jdoran.smugmug.com/Duluth- International-Auto-Dyno-Day/i-tHtnVC6/A

Result

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Jim’s 1967 GT6 For video click on the link: https://jdoran.smugmug.com/Duluth- International-Auto-Dyno-Day/i-RtmFNwV/A )

Result

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Afterwards, the group split for pizza or a Persian For more details regarding their cars look for lunch. Our thanks to Tom and his team for hosting articles from Jim and Jack following in this this event! newsletter. GT6 Mikuni Carb Conversion 18 July, 2021 By Jim Smith

Problem: Option1: Fit two Stromberg 175s just like a stock TR6. My 1967 GT6 has a (somewhat) hot- The issue there is the dashpots are too tall rodded 2.5L engine and transmission. for a GT6 and would foul the bonnet. A Triumph saw ft to equip the TR6 with two TR6 intake will not work for the same 175 Stromberg’s while the GT6, with the reason. I could use the stock GT6 intake smaller 2.0L, engine had two 150 manifold, but it would have to be modifed Stromberg’s. I had been running a set of from two-bolt mounting fange to a four- non-emissions CD150s and the car ran bolt fange. Then I would need the shorter well but clearly this was not going to be dashpots from a TR4. This might get me the optimum solution. stock TR6 performance.

Options: Option2: Fit three CD150s with a Goodparts triple intake.

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Just the intake is $600 and then I would need to fnd another CD150 non- emissions carb and Rube Goldberg the linkage. At the end of the day, I would still be using almost 50 yr. old carbs.

Option3: Two or three Weber DCOE carbs. I ruled these out as frightfully expensive and hard to tune. Although they sure are pretty.

Option3: Fuel injection. Complicated, expensive and would still have issues with linkage and having to modify the intake for the 175 carbs.

Option4: Mikuni carb conversion. The kit supplied by Vintage Performance This made the most sense to me. Two Development includes everything needed 42MM Mikuni carbs will fow as good or to mount to a ported GT6 intake manifold better than two Stromberg 175s. Mikuni and they will ft under the bonnet. The carbs are well-known (I have one on my accelerator linkage can be either cable or MX bike), modern, easy-to-tune, have stock linkage or a combination. accelerator pumps and are relatively inexpensive. After discussing my needs with John Parker at VPD and few Triumph enthusiasts I trust, I chose two 42mm Mikuni’s with the choke kit, K&N flters and a jet assortment.

Installation:

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mounted the carbs and cut the supplied rod to ft in between the carbs. The kit includes genuine SU couplers to tie the carbs together.

Now the part that worried me the most, was the accelerator linkage from the pedal shaft to the carbs. As it turns out, that was the easiest part of the install! Since VPD added longer throttle shafts, there was enough to attach the lever to the rear carb and use my stock linkage with just a longer Installation begins with removing the old threaded rod. Easy peasy. carbs and intake. The stock intake needs The Mikuni’s use a fuel enrichment circuit to be opened up to the size of the Mikuni which can be adapted with a two-part you are using. I chose 42mm Mikuni’s, so choke cable and new swaged ends. I the adapters were bolted on and the opted for the choke upgrade kit which opening was scribed to indicate the uses the original single cable. material to be removed. While I was in there, I also smoothed the transitions and The carbs come pre-jetted for your took out a little of the obstruction for application and include special fuel valves cylinders two and fve. Pictured is the that operate in the 2.5 PSI range of the intake with the rear port completed and stock pump. The other jets are installed, the front just started. It went quickly with and the numbers are labeled on the just a Dremel and an assortment of hand outside of the carbs for easy identifcation. fles. The stock metal fuel line was replaced with After the intake was cleaned, blown out, 5/16” fuel injection line and brass elbows. and cleaned again, it was time to mount The supplied K&N flters were ftted and the carbs. The holes in the rubber then it was time for a frst start. adapters had to be elongated slightly but that was easily done. Once the adapters are bolted on carb installation, removal is as simple as loosening the worm clamps, another Mikuni advantage.

The kit provided by VPD includes longer throttle shafts and a rod to connect the two carbs. Or, you can opt for a cable set- up that eliminates the rod. Since I wanted to keep my stock accelerator pedal, I

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it warms up. Some elect to not use the choke at all.

Results: Very noticeable improvement right off the bat. The throttle is more responsive, and it pulls much harder from 3K to 5K - it fat out goes! I had earlier installed an air fuel ratio gauge and saw mixed results with the Stromberg’s. With the Mikuni’s the air fuel ratio is more stable and right out of the box the jetting is very close, being just a Starting is a little bit different for these bit on the rich side. I’ll be doing some carbs than the Stromberg’s. These require slight jetting changes going forward. a shot of fuel (pressing on the accelerator pedal) and full choke to start. Sometimes Overall, I am very happy with the results. two shots are required but once it starts Now to do something about the old, the choke can be eased off little by little as restrictive exhaust…

My Spitfire Story By Jack Voller

My wife and I recently moved from Mount So far I have only attended one lunch Dora, FL up to Dahlonega and joined the event in Dahlonega and hope to attend Georgia Triumph Association. more in the future.

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A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be invited to Toms Brand’s shop at A brief history on our Spit is as follows: Duluth International Auto Service for a run 1976 Sienna Brown, overdrive, hard top, on a dyno. Thanks to many, whom we are soft top, boot. Bought it from the original just meeting, it was a successful and fun owner in 2014 with just under 18,000 meeting. documented miles on it. Currently as of this article, it is just below 20,000 original That was the longest trip I have ever taken miles. Original paint is in great shape. with our 1976 Spitfre, over an hour’s ride toward Atlanta (and traffc). Over the last few years in Florida, I have been setting this car up to drive and have fun in the mountains. I am very much a “keep it original looking as possible” type of guy. However, as we all know, with a few engine and cooling modifcations, you can easily bring out a few more horses in these Spitfres. First and foremost, I put it on a strict diet and took off about 125 lbs.

In a nutshell, I have rebuilt the entire suspension and lowered it 1” all around. 14” VDO wheels and 185/55R14-80V tires We have owned our 1976 Sienna Brown approximately same diameter as original. Spitfre for about 6 years now. I met Cyndi, my wife, back in 1982 and I was driving a With the help of very good, longtime 1973 Spit at the time, in New England, in friends (some of whom you know), Larry the snow and sometimes top down! Miceli, Brent Owens and Chad Jester, the Believe it or not, it had a great heater. motor has been modifed close to SCCA Stage III racing specifcations. Now she scoots along very nicely up here in the Dahlonega Wine Plateau.

Cyndi and I look forward to driving the Spit this Fall in the mountains and hope to see more of the Club up here in the Fall.

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Registration for Brits in the Valley is Still Open. By Larry Norton,Treasurer Peachtree MG Registry

We know that there are many events to overlooking the park and the river to choose from for the month of September. socialize outside. We invite you to take a look on The Peachtree MG Registry website to see Thanks for communicating with me at the what great activities Brits in the Valley has Peachtree MG Registry. For more club to offer and notice that they are designed i n f o r m a t i o n v i s i t u s a t https:// with Covid-19 safety in mind… outside*. peachtreemg.com.

Click here for detailed information, online You can also visit our Facebook page. registration or mail-in registration form, Peachtree MG and hotel reservation. (9) Peachtree MG Registry Group | We look forward to receiving your Facebook registration and welcoming you in Columbus, GA. Please let me know if you have any additional questions or comments. Q u e s t i o n s ? P l e a s e e m a i l [email protected] or call (847) Larry Norton, Treasurer, 404-386-1151, 342-9804. We will be happy to help you [email protected] with registration or accommodate any special requests.

* The car show awards have been moved to the show feld, shortly after 2:00 pm.

The End of the Show Celebration, at the beautiful Bo Bartlett Center with inside cash bar and delicious Heavy Hors D ’o e u v r e s , a l s o h a s a b a l c o n y

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On This Day Source: 365 Days of Motoring

Monday 1st September 1902 119 years ago The city of Chicago, Illinois, US issued its frst automobile license plate, to Arthur L Eddy.

Massachusetts license plate - 1908

Saturday 2nd September 1939 City of Chicago Four Digit License Plate - 81 years ago 1906 Driving tests in Great Britain were suspended for the duration of World War Two. They resumed on 1 November 1946. Tuesday 1st September 1903 During the war, examiners became Traffc 118 years ago Offcers and supervised fuel rationing. Massachusetts became the frst U.S. state to issue automobile license plates. The very frst plate, featuring the number "1," Wednesday 3rd September 1969 was issued to Frederick Tudor - one of his 51 years ago relatives still holds an active registration on The classic British heist movie The Italian the plate. Early Massachusetts license Job is released in theaters in the United plates were made of iron and covered in a States. The flm starred Michael Caine as porcelain enamel. The background was Charlie Croker, the leader of a gang of colored a cobalt blue and the number was goodhearted thieves determined to steal in white. Along the top of the plate, also in a 4-million-pound shipment of gold on its white, were the words: "MASS. The size of way from China to a bank in Turin, Italy. the plate was not constant; it grew wider The real stars of the flm were the three as the plate number reached into the tens, Mini Cooper getaway cars. hundreds, and thousands. As automobiles began to crowd the roads, it was necessary for all states to fnd ways to start regulating cars, drivers, and traffc.

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automobiles, as they had not been invented yet. It was instead used for some kerosene lamps and stoves. He later improved upon the pump by adding safety measures, and also by adding a hose to directly dispense fuel into automobiles. For a while, the term bowser was used to refer to a vertical gasoline pump. Although the term is not used anymore in the United States, except as a term for trucks that carry and dispense fuel The Italian Job to large aircraft at airports, it still is used sometimes in Australia and New Zealand. Many early gasoline pumps had a Monday 4th September 1922 calibrated glass cylinder on top. The 98 years ago desired quantity of fuel was pumped up The Swallow Sidecar Company, later to be into the cylinder as indicated by the renamed Jaguar, was founded by William calibration. Then the pumping was Lyons and William Walmsley with stopped and the gasoline was let out into guarantees of £500 each. the customer's tank by gravity. When metering pumps came into use, a small glass globe with a turbine inside replaced the measuring cylinder, but assured the customer that gasoline really was fowing into the tank.

Saturday 5th September 1885 135 years ago The frst gasoline pump was invented and sold by Sylvanus Bowser in Fort Wayne, An Overview of Sylvanus Freelove Indiana. This pump, held one barrel of Bowser's Early Gas Pumps gasoline used marble valves and a wooden plunger, was not used for

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Wednesday 5th September 1956 in 1929, where it continued until the plant 65 years ago was closed amid huge protests in 1980. The editor of the Georgia Triumph The Prince of Wales was one of a number Association new letter named “GTA The of distinguished MG owners. His frst car Trumpet” was born. was a cobalt blue MGC GT, which was bought in January 1968. Ironically on the day the Abingdon plant shut, he was Saturday 7th September 1946 performing the offcial opening of British 74 years ago Leyland’s Mini Metro plant in Longbridge, John Cooper, driving a 500 cc prototype where MGs had also been produced since Cooper, won the 850-cc class at the frst 1962. The closure of Abingdon also post-World War II Brighton Speed Trials, stopped production of the much loved the frst victory for the marque. two-seater sports cars, even though the brand was kept alive by Austin Rover, who s t u c k t h e b a d g e o n a n a r ra y o f Thursday 10th September 1908 unimpressive saloon cars and hatchbacks. 112 years ago These Metros, Maestros and Montegos The British Trade Union Congress Annual may have been sportier than their Conference passed a resolution stating conventional counterparts, but they were that motor cars should have a fxed not true MGs and did not attract the maximum speed limit of 15 mph. devotion of the MGB, which had become the world’s top selling sports car. “The marque has a great deal of affection, but Monday 10th September 1979 has not been treated particularly well,” 41 years ago said Chris Seaward of the MG Car Club. It British Leyland (BL) announced it was to has been passed from house to house.” In end production of all MG models. The 1995, when the MG was owned by BMW, history of the marque has been a bumpy the MGF – a proper sports car in line with one since the creation of the brand in the marque’s heritage was launched. It was 1924 by Cecil Kimber, who chose the hugely successful. In 2000 BMW sold the letters MG as a tribute to William Morris, business to the Rover group which stuck the owner of Morris Garages.The original the MG badge on some Rovers, as well as MGs – known as Morris Garage Chummies continuing to produce sports cars. It was – were made by ftting tourer bodies to not a happy period with the company Morris Cowley chassis. Purists, however, going into receivership and production say the frst true MG was the 14/28 sports stopping after an ill-fated rescue attempt model, which was also the frst to sport the by the so-called Phoenix Four, which made distinctive octagonal logo.Originally the huge amounts for the businessmen cars were built in Oxford, but production involved but not for the staff on the was shifted a few miles south to Abingdon Longbridge production line. In April 2005

30 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 the MG MG Rover Group went into British driver Stirling Moss won the Italian administration, after which it was bought Grand Prix driving a Cooper T51 for the by NAC China’s oldest carmaker. privateer Rob Walker Racing Team. Moss Production restarted in 2007 in China, and won by 46 seconds over American driver later at Longbridge plant in the UK under Phil Hill driving a Ferrari Dino 246 for the current manufacturer MG Motor. The Scuderia Ferrari. Championship points frst all-new model from MG in the UK for leader Australian Jack Brabham fnished 16 years, the MG 6, was offcially launched third in works entered Cooper T51, on 26 June 2011. expanding his points lead, but not suffciently to prevent a championship showdown with Moss and Ferrari driver Tony Brooks at the United States Grand Prix.

MG's logo since 2006

Sunday 13th September 1925 95 years ago The Ministry of Transport announced that Friday 15th September 1950 white lines were to be painted on roads all 70 years ago over Britain in an attempt to reduce The frst race staged at the Opa Locka accidents. The idea was to separate traffc Speedway, Florida, US was won by Bob streams at intersections and dangerous Gegen in a supercharged MG TC. bends.

Saturday 15th September 1973 47 years ago For the frst time foreign cars outsold the British Leyland range. Figures released showed that they took a record 32 per cent of the British market in August, with Datsun accounting for 1 in 20 of all cars sold. Sunday 13th September 1959 61 years ago

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Little British Cars Enhance the Dunwoody 4th of July Parade submitted by Paul Flexner PMGR

The sun came up bright and hot on the morning of July 4th. Yes, it was to be a perfect morning for the parade, although a bit on the warm side by the time we reached the end around 10:45. Fifteen British Cars arrived to ferry the Veterans of the VFW – 5 TD’s, 3 TF’s, 1 MGA. 1 Midget, 4 MGB’s and a lonely Triumph 2000. Of course, we arranged the cars in order of the year they were built so the 1949 Triumph led the way with a veteran of the Korean War and an active duty Major and his daughter enjoying the ride. YES, there is room for 4 people in the Triumph when the rumble seat is open. The beauty of the morning was that every Veteran had a seat and all seats were occupied.

Although the British cars were the most beautiful in the parade (we’re not at all biased), there were many others including a 1928 Studebaker that is still in its original paint and condition. (It was stored in a barn for over 50 years and was easily brought back to its running condition.) One of the highlights of the Parade was the gaggle of Electric cars representing the cars of the future. Some even suggest that as the future becomes electric, we in the classic car community may find obtaining fuel to be a challenge – but this I doubt seriously.

There were also many floats, four marching bands, the usual dignitaries riding in newer convertibles and groups with banners walking from every group imaginable. Special thanks are in order to Pat Callahan of the VFW and Don Harmer of SEMGTR for making this all possible.

When we reached the end, we were greeted by several food venders and lots of milling around talking and exchanging information. For many this was only the beginning. Due to the heat, we headed back to the Flexner’s for the Grill-Out where many wonderful side dishes arrived to accompany the Hamburgers and Hot Dogs that came off the grill.

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Little British Cars Enhance the Dunwoody 4th of July Parade (continued from previous page)

As we entered the parade route, we were greeted warmly by the hordes of spectators lining the sides of the street. Official estimates are that 25,000 people lined the streets. Since the rules were being strictly enforced, we were not allowed to throw candy which is the custom of this parade. Tom and Deb Nadelhoffer, Gail Norton and Jeri Schaller were not to be stopped from handing out candy (which was allowed) and chose to walk the route with baskets of candy for all of the kids. Even with the 40+ pounds of candy, they ran out before the end of the parade.

We were joined by two journalists from Morocco who are in Atlanta as part of a program hosted by the Georgia Center for International Visitors and their translator. From what we heard, they were blown away by the enthusiasm surrounding the parade and then the warmth of the welcome from our members. This was truly a highlight of their experience in Atlanta.

Of course, what would a 4th of July Grill-Out be like if there was not a bit of rain. Shortly after the last of the burgers and dogs came off the grill, the skies opened with a bit of rain. Fortunately, everyone had time to cover their cars and a few of us even settled in under the tent and enjoyed our lunch while others enjoyed the cool air in the house.

There were a few minor glitches for the cars along the parade route. Two TF’s had to pull off for a bit but were able to complete the parade under their own power. And then there was the MGB that needed pushing from time to time which provided some great photo opp’s.

One of the highlights of the day we didn’t learn about until the following week. Hermann Schaller’s 1949 Triumph 2000 was chosen the outstanding classic car in the parade. For this he was awarded a blue ribbon which we were able to present to him at the July 10th Meeting at the Dunwoody Tavern. Congratulations to Hermann and his beautiful automobile.

-Paul Flexner

34 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 GTA 30 Years Ago production model's owners manuals were even published. I saw one of the European A few days later, the parts arrived. It had been over six weeks since the initial order spec Sprint protoypes at our 19S7 national. It was owned by a gentleman who was in was placed. I rushed the pulley to the machine shop and a day later, the parts were the military and stationed in England. He had the car sent home to the Carolinas were ready to be picked up. I had hoped that this motor would be apart for about a month, he used it when he was on leave. I took a lot of photos of it and had long conversations but it was now two weeks past the time I had expected to be completing the motor. with the owner, making comparisons it to my TR7. Although a TRS conversion to my Little was I to know, that this was just the beginning. Next time: Maalox Moments. car was more feasible, I truly wanted to use the Sprint head on my car.

A few years ago, as my car began to approach the 200,000 mile mark on the odometer, I began to contemplate overhauling or replacing my motor. This became an News from the Realm immediate issue when last fall, the compression in my motor began to fall signifi- Articles from Outside cantly. I had conversations with a lot of people on how to make my car more powerful. Sterling is Gone! Some preferred the TRS conversion, others beefing up the standard powerplant. There was even a group that favored replacing the motor with either a Buick V6 or Chevy By Hal Doby VS. August was not a good month for foreign car enthusiasts. Just before Peugot of North America was to introduce it's 60S, the nagship of it's line to the US, the home Ofthose I talked to, Ted Shumaker ofT.S. Imported in Pandora, Ohio, was the ... office announced that after over twenty years, they would cease to import their cars to most knowledgeable on making the TR7 motor stronger. Ted is very familiar with TR7 the American market due to poor sales. Peugot of North America continue to performance tricks and TRS conversions. In a nutshell, Ted said that for the money, I operate, but they would now act as a support and service group. could increase the power of my TR7 motor for around $1100.00 with higher compression pistons, a reground cam, SU HS6 carbs, and a header. This would give me Three days later, Rover Group announced that it would stop selling it's Sterling line approximately 145 reliable horsepower that is comparable to what the standard multi- of automobiles in the states as well. The present car was to be replaced in a few months valve head would give at about half the cost. with a new model and Rover decided that it was not feasible to develop the car for the US market as sales of the present car are dismal. When the 19S7 Sterling was Of all the ways I could have proceeded, I was quickly able to eliminate some introduced, it sold just under 20,000 units in its first year. Although that was under choices. Immediately to go by the wayside was the prospect of using an American their sales goal of about 30,000, it was significantly more than the 4,000 cars sold last engine. I enjoyed my car as it was. By using a powerplant not intended for this car year. would (among other things) severely changed the handling characteristics of the car. While the TRS conversionwould have been more straight forward than the other It had been decided almost two years ago that Sterling would become an importer conversion, it was just as expensive as the Sprint conversion. I wanted to do something of EngJish specialty cars. It was intended to sell new MGs, Triumphs, and Austins in to the car was to make it a bit unique. While a modified TR7 motor or a Rover VS addition to the luxury oriented Sterling. We had heard rumors that the MG would be in would have given comparable power, it was not as unique to me as the prospect of production in the near future. While the MG would essentially be aimed at the Mazda having a sixteen valve motor. Being the hard-head that I am, I finally decided to go Miata, a Triumph would be debuted later as competition to more expensive sports cars with my emotions and order the Sprint head from England. I had wanted this motor for such as the RX7 and the 300ZX. Austins would be sold as entry level automobiles to so many years and as amazed as I was, I had the funds to do it with. A fool and his compete with the likes of Hyundai. money are soon parted, so it all seemed to make sense in my warped mind. After the statement of its withdrawal of Sterling from the US, Rover announced two It was January when I first contacted Rimmer Bros., LTD. of England about my weeks later that the MG-B would be put back into production after an eleven year project. In their advertisements, they stated that they were capable of providing all the absence from the market. It would be sold in the UK initially and would use the Buick- parts needed to convert a TR7 to the sixteen valve head. I asked for and received a list Rover 4.5 litre aluminum V-S mated to a five speed transmission coupled to a live rear of the parts needed to perform the job. Thank God for fax machines. Prior to the order axle. being placed, we communicated several times. Since Rimmer is a British Motor Heritage Approved dealer, I decided to buy a reconditioned head rather than a new one. Rover also stated that there were two new MG sports car models under development I also decided to purchase used covers since functionally, there was no difference from and no decision had been made as to if they would be put into production. Officials at new ones and they cost half as much. Rover had previously commented that if a new MG was to go into production, it would have to be targeted at the vital American market. When asked by reporters if the On April 27,1991 my TR7 was driven into my garage and it's dissasembly began. withdrawal of Sterling would have an effect on the plans for the reintroduction ofMG, In a few hours, the motor and transmission was removed from the car. On Monday, officials said that at the present time, there were other options. April 29th, the call was made to Rimmer to formally place the order. I was told that I should receive my parts within a week. A week and a half1ater I had no parts. Fifteen Of those options, there are two that are readily apparent. The first is that a new MG days after I ordered the parts, they finally arrived. It turns out that while it only took would be sold through the Land Rover network. Range Rover has been quite successful

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and has flourished in the States. Within two years, Rover plans to release a new version anything. I then felt the carb damper rods and pushed up. One damper stayed up, the of the Range Rover and will finally sell its smaller model, the Discovery over here. other returned nicely with a "click". I next removed the air filter and sure enough one Since this network of dealers has been in operation forseveral years, it should be an carb had the air damper stuck in the halfway position. Some basic cleaning took care of easy task to expand its ,model range. . that problem. This one had rusted in position from not being run lately. Another way for the new MG to be sold in the states would be to put back into We then started the car -- it sounded good -- but it still would not idle without the operation the old laguar-Rover- Triumph dealership chain. When the first murmurs of choke on. Eventually we set the base timing, idle speed, and mixture. The car was a new MG were heard, the old dealers that were still in business selling other car lines, sounding really good now. demanded that they had the right to sell the new car. Several dealers have even threatened to sue over this even though a definite commitment hasn't been made. Our fmt drive, however, was short-lived. The car started running poorly after about 114 mile. It seems that yours truly had forgotten to tighten the clamp bolt on the As for the rest of Rover's plans for the future in the US, it seems that they have distributor. We rectified that, and test drove the car again. been abandoned. I feel that Rover does recognized the value of marques such as The car ran great for about 50 seconds this time out, but on our second hill there was Triumph and Austin, but they feel that MG has the best chance of success in the states. a noticeable power loss and it did not go away after that. I checked to see if anything For the record, the new Sterling (sold as Rover everywhere else) was to be based on the else had changed since we had gone out for the drive. This time everything was the old car. It is larger with more interior room and the body is much more aerodynamic. It same -- timing OK, spark OK, idle quality OK, car still revving freely in neutraL I will use the same Honda powertrain as the previous modeL decided to rest on it for awhile because I was starting to get too complicated in my thinking for so basic a problem. OH, I WISH I WAS IN IDAHO! After reflecting on the problem for a week, I decided that we had to be dealing with a Tom Bryant, a writer for Road & Track magazine on the PRODIGY System, fuel problem -- namely a leanness in fueL You need a rich mixture at high throttle and recently wrote about a picture he received from a reader. It shows a road sign which acceleration. Lack of a rich mixture causes power loss. So the two things I was going says "WindIng Road Next 77 Miles". Now thats my kind of sports car dream come to check were the carb needles (were the correct type in Rob's car?) and seeing if there true. He said the road really exists and is located out West. was some kind of stoppage in the fuel system. Rob ran out the old gas from the tank. If anyone is heading out that way they might want to check it out. It is HIghway Flow was fine so 12 and runs west thru the state of Idaho. The road is "perfectly smooth and the comers there was no blockage there. Fuel also came out fine at the float bowls and at the are a constant radii". The only other thing I can think of that would make it perfect correct pressure. So we tore into the carbs. The needles turned out to be correct and we would be if the Idaho DOT made it a"one way" road. were running out of options. But persistence paid off.

After removing the tops of the float bowls, I cleaned out the crud in the bottom leading to the jet feed line and there it was -- some kind of rubber had gotten stuck in The Advisor the small orifice. We removed the jet and feed line and found out that someone had Tech Tips never removed the old O-ring from the float chamber. When they installed the new one it just jammed in the bole permitting very little flow. TECH CORNER After uncloging the float chamber, cleaning the other one out, and installing new by Steve Conway shafts, Rob's Spitfire seemed to be back in form. Always be careful to make sure all holes and passages in your carbs are free and clean before completely assembling the This past month, I ran across an interesting problem with an unusual cure. The car carbs. And you really need to clean float bowls periodically to get the rust out. The less was Rob Powell's Mark II Spitfire, and the symptom was poor running and problems you drive your car the more often I would recommend doing it. Just changing the fuel with the carburetors. My preliminary questions to Rob resulted in these facts: the car filter won't always get it. seemed to idle OK and would rev up in neutral; however, when he tried to drive the car it would lose power, buck, or even stall.

At that point, I was absolutely sure that one of three things was true: timing was off, the distributor was not functioning in some way, or the carbs were way out of sync. Timing is an often overlooked problem, so that was the first thing I checked. I popped off the distributor cap and checked the mechanical advance for free movement and spring return. All was in order there. I glanced at the carbs and felt the shafts. There was a lot of wear on the shafts, but I knew that would affect the idle more than

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and has flourished in the States. Within two years, Rover plans to release a new version anything. I then felt the carb damper rods and pushed up. One damper stayed up, the of the Range Rover and will finally sell its smaller model, the Discovery over here. other returned nicely with a "click". I next removed the air filter and sure enough one Since this network of dealers has been in operation forseveral years, it should be an carb had the air damper stuck in the halfway position. Some basic cleaning took care of easy task to expand its ,model range. . that problem. This one had rusted in position from not being run lately. Another way for the new MG to be sold in the states would be to put back into We then started the car -- it sounded good -- but it still would not idle without the operation the old laguar-Rover- Triumph dealership chain. When the first murmurs of choke on. Eventually we set the base timing, idle speed, and mixture. The car was a new MG were heard, the old dealers that were still in business selling other car lines, sounding really good now. demanded that they had the right to sell the new car. Several dealers have even threatened to sue over this even though a definite commitment hasn't been made. Our fmt drive, however, was short-lived. The car started running poorly after about 114 mile. It seems that yours truly had forgotten to tighten the clamp bolt on the As for the rest of Rover's plans for the future in the US, it seems that they have distributor. We rectified that, and test drove the car again. been abandoned. I feel that Rover does recognized the value of marques such as The car ran great for about 50 seconds this time out, but on our second hill there was Triumph and Austin, but they feel that MG has the best chance of success in the states. a noticeable power loss and it did not go away after that. I checked to see if anything For the record, the new Sterling (sold as Rover everywhere else) was to be based on the else had changed since we had gone out for the drive. This time everything was the old car. It is larger with more interior room and the body is much more aerodynamic. It same -- timing OK, spark OK, idle quality OK, car still revving freely in neutraL I will use the same Honda powertrain as the previous modeL decided to rest on it for awhile because I was starting to get too complicated in my thinking for so basic a problem. OH, I WISH I WAS IN IDAHO! After reflecting on the problem for a week, I decided that we had to be dealing with a Tom Bryant, a writer for Road & Track magazine on the PRODIGY System, fuel problem -- namely a leanness in fueL You need a rich mixture at high throttle and recently wrote about a picture he received from a reader. It shows a road sign which acceleration. Lack of a rich mixture causes power loss. So the two things I was going says "WindIng Road Next 77 Miles". Now thats my kind of sports car dream come to check were the carb needles (were the correct type in Rob's car?) and seeing if there true. He said the road really exists and is located out West. was some kind of stoppage in the fuel system. Rob ran out the old gas from the tank. If anyone is heading out that way they might want to check it out. It is HIghway Flow was fine so 12 and runs west thru the state of Idaho. The road is "perfectly smooth and the comers there was no blockage there. Fuel also came out fine at the float bowls and at the are a constant radii". The only other thing I can think of that would make it perfect correct pressure. So we tore into the carbs. The needles turned out to be correct and we would be if the Idaho DOT made it a"one way" road. were running out of options. But persistence paid off.

After removing the tops of the float bowls, I cleaned out the crud in the bottom leading to the jet feed line and there it was -- some kind of rubber had gotten stuck in The Advisor the small orifice. We removed the jet and feed line and found out that someone had Tech Tips never removed the old O-ring from the float chamber. When they installed the new one it just jammed in the bole permitting very little flow. TECH CORNER After uncloging the float chamber, cleaning the other one out, and installing new by Steve Conway shafts, Rob's Spitfire seemed to be back in form. Always be careful to make sure all holes and passages in your carbs are free and clean before completely assembling the This past month, I ran across an interesting problem with an unusual cure. The car carbs. And you really need to clean float bowls periodically to get the rust out. The less was Rob Powell's Mark II Spitfire, and the symptom was poor running and problems you drive your car the more often I would recommend doing it. Just changing the fuel with the carburetors. My preliminary questions to Rob resulted in these facts: the car filter won't always get it. seemed to idle OK and would rev up in neutral; however, when he tried to drive the car it would lose power, buck, or even stall.

At that point, I was absolutely sure that one of three things was true: timing was off, the distributor was not functioning in some way, or the carbs were way out of sync. Timing is an often overlooked problem, so that was the first thing I checked. I popped off the distributor cap and checked the mechanical advance for free movement and spring return. All was in order there. I glanced at the carbs and felt the shafts. There 37 was a lot of wear on the shafts, but I knew that would affect the idle more than

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S-tpf- (f I ) GEORGIA TRIUMPH ASSOCIATION SEP'IEMEER NEWSLE T'lER

All right, gang, it's time for the September titilating Triumph thing. This month our trip will be to non other than (bugles, please) that wonder of wonders-Lake Lanier.

We will meet at Tim Timmer's (remember him from TV land?) Chevrolet on 1-$5 North at the Beaver Ruin, Lilburn exit at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, September, 27th. Bring your picnic baskets, swim gear, :fiying cowchips, screw drivers, pliers, and tow chaines, and join us for a day of fun, sun, and a little business.

In October we're planning on going some where in the wonderful and picturesque Noth Geogia (r's omitted for southern drawl) mountains to take in the sights and sounds of nature with a little peace and quiet (until the Triumphs get there). Help us out with some ideas for a pretty place with a drive that will not be to hard on the old girls. .

We are also in the process of printing up the business cards. Talk about snazz! They sould be ready by the next meeting. Membership cards are also going to be issued as soon as they are . ready. These will be good for discounts at Atlanta Imports on Burford Highway, Williams IIIpOrted Parts on State 85 in Riverdale, and we are trying to work esomething out with, believe it or not, R&R junk yard on Buford Highway in Norcross. We'll discuss it all more at the meeting.

Check out the map below of where we'll be Sunday if you miss us at Tim's place, and see ya there!

Ya 'll Come , Ya Here!

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Total Membership 178 Membership Car Count 208 160 Active • TR2 1 18 Up for renewal • TR3 27 • TR4 15 Last Months Renewals 11 • TR250 8 • Bill Williams • TR6 87 • Don Putnam • TR7 2 • Larry Burford • TR8 5 • Jerry Sevy • GT6 7 • Ron Stang • SPITFIRE 37 • David Shaw • HERALD 6 • David Brock • 1800 2 • Steve Magner • STAG 6 • Bob McNeely • TOLEDO 1 • Martin Wilson • VITESSE 4 • George Murphy

New members 1 • Peter & Polly Hemingway, Woodstock, 77 Spitfre

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Dear valued Georgia Triumph Association member. Is there a chance that your membership has lapsed? Please visit www.gatriumph.com where under Membership and Member Login, enter your email address and password and it will take you directly to the main page where you may see when your membership is due. Add/Renew subscription is your next tab where you may pay with PayPal or if you would rather simply mail your check: Georgia Triumph Association, 2940 Cobblestone Dr., Cumming 30041

44 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 Member Monthly Meetings

The monthly meetings are the THIRD Tuesday of every month. All welcome. Triumph Owners, prospective owners, former owners and all supporters. We meet at 6:30.

On odd numbered months we meet at: The Crossing Steakhouse. 40 S Peachtree St Norcross, GA 30062, (map)

On even numbered months we meet at: Mazzy’s Sports Bar and Grill 2217 Roswell Road Marietta, GA 30062, (map)

Members on the Southside have a regular meeting the FIRST Thursday of every month at:

Partners Pizza II. 834 Glynn St S Fayetteville, GA 30214 (Directions)

Call Tom Freeman; 678-725-4937 with questions on Southside Meetings

Members Mountain Division holds meetings on the THIRD Tuesday of each month, during the lunch hour at:

19 Degrees North 19 North Chestatee St. Dahlonega, GA 30533

The times and locations listed above may have changed due to COVID 19 and CDC guidelines. Please look for updated and current information on the GTA online calendar as well as page 1 of this newsletter.

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National Triumph Clubs and Organizations

Members Mountain Division holds meetings on the THIRD Tuesday of each month, during the lunch hour at:

THE VINTAGE TRIUMPH REGISTER Website: https://vintagetriumphregister.org FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/109119715780413/ Contact: https://vintagetriumphregister.org/vtr-contact/ Join: https://www.vintagetriumphregister.org/secure/signup

6-Pack Car Club Website: https://6-pack.org/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/138914579533033/ Contact: [email protected] Join: [email protected]

Triumph Register of America Website: http://triumphregister.com/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/293124650824834/ Contact: http://triumphregister.com/national-offcers/ Join: http://triumphregister.com/membership/

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tellusmuseum.org

All makes, models, and years of British cars and motorcycles are welcome. Show starts at 10am. FREE admission for spectators.

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Showcasing cars and motorcycle brands “manufactured” in the British Isles and Europe and featuring the 60th Anniversary of the E-type Jaguar. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021, 9:00am-3:30pm Mills River Brewing Co., 336 Banner Farm Rd., Mills River, NC 28759 This show supports the 2 local Meals on Wheels organizations. REGISTRATION OPENS HERE ON JULY 15, 2021 • $25 for the frst car; $20 for each additional car ($30 after September 10) • $15 per motorcycle ($20 after September 10) Preliminary Information Classes are: British; Italian; German; Other European; E-type Jaguar; Motorcycle British car classes will be based on preregistrations. The featured marque of E-type Jaguars will have separate classes for Series 1, 1.5/2, and 3. (More details will be added later regarding the E-type display) Event parking will be organized by make (marque/brand) 3 cars make a class, 1st & 2nd place awards per class, peer judging for awards, “Best of Show” will also be awarded. The featured marque of E-type Jaguars will have separate awards for Series 1, 1.5/2, and 3. Food service will be available from JuJu’s Craft Cookery fxed food truck Breakfast from 10.00am, regular menu from 12 noon. The brewery building opens at 11:30am. Google Maps Location of Mills River Brewing Co. Google shows brewery during construction. Show feld is on the north side of the construction and accessed across a bridge from the brewery parking area. Schedule of Event

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*Preliminary – subject to change as the event approaches Saturday, September 25 7:30am: Vendor Set-up Open 8:30am: Pre-registered Participant Parking Opens 9:00am: On-site Registration Opens / Event Open to the Public 9:30am: Welcome and Donor Recognition 10:00am: Prize Raffe Opens 2:00pm: Prize Raffe Closes 2:00pm: Automobile & Motorcycle Class Voting Closes 2– 3pm: Prize Raffe Winners Announced (must be present to win) 2:30pm: 50-50 Raffe Award Winner Announced (must be present to win) 3:00pm: Awards Ceremony

Photographs of cars and entrants will be available for download on our website 2 weeks after the event. QUESTIONS? Email us on [email protected]

Recommended Hotels near the Asheville Airport at I-26 and NC 280 Approximately 6 miles from the Mills River Brewing (336 Banner Farm Road, Mills River, NC 28759) Hampton Inn & Suites 18 Rockwood Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732 • (828) 687-0806 Comfort Inn 15 Rockwood Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732 • (828) 687-9199 Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport 360 Rockwood Road, Arden, NC 28704 • (828) 684-5000 Home2 Suites by Hilton Asheville Airport 390 Airport Rd, Arden, NC 28704 • (828) 676-1776 Holiday Inn & Suites Arden-Asheville Airport 9 Brian Blvd, Arden, NC 28704 • (828) 684-6000 Fairfeld Inn & Suites Asheville Airport 155 Underwood Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732 • (828) 684-1144

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6-PACK TRIALS 2021 - RICHMOND VIRGINIA SEPT. 30 - OCTOBER 3, 2021

Founded on the Falls of the James in the mid-18th century, Richmond and its surrounding environs are rich in history, dating from the early exploits of John Smith in the 1600’s to the Revolutionary and Civil wars in succeeding centuries. TRials 2021 will be headquartered in Colonial Heights, a suburb located approximately 20 minutes south of Richmond and close to Moss Motors Eastern Showroom in Petersburg, VA. Moss will be the site of the car show on Saturday. The following is the current schedule of activities (subject to change):

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Trials 2021 Schedule at a Glance Thursday, Sept 30th Registration: Hilton Garden Inn Lobby, 800 Southpark Blvd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834, 3 - 6 pm

Welcome Reception: James River Room, Heavy Appetizers 6:00 pm-10:00 pm, Cash Bar

Friday, Oct 1st Registration/Hospitality Room: James River Room, open 8:00 am to 11 pm Officers meeting: James River Room, 8:30 am to 9:00 am Members meeting: James River Room, 9:00 am to 9:45 am, Open to all participants Tech Session 1: James River Room, 10:00 am to 10:45 am, Open to all participants (TBD) Tech Session 2: James River Room, 11:00 am to 11:45 am, Open to all participants (TBD) Options: • Drives/Activities (on your own): o Driving Tour to 3 distinct breweries (Dancing Kilt, Molly’s Blind Dog, Trapezium), food available. o Driving Tour to Upper Shirley Vineyards and Shirley Plantation ending at Indian Fields Tavern for dinner o Scavenger Hunt in Historic Petersburg o Driving tour of Richmond o Visit to Pamplin Historical Park o Drive to Three Bros. Distillery (Saturday only) o Drive to Haley’s Honey Meadery, ending at the Boathouse for dinner o Driving tour to Historic Williamsburg o Driving tour to Wakefield Diner for lunch or dinner

Dinner on Your Own. (see suggestions in the detailed booklet) Join us afterwards in the Hospitality Room for dessert and coffee. Saturday, Oct 2nd Car Show: Moss Motors, 26561 Simpson Dr, Petersburg, VA 23803, 8:30 am to 11:00 am – Leave at 8:00 am for a 20-minute drive to Moss Motors,. There will tours of the Moss facility during and after the car show. Options: • Drives/Activities (on your own) - See list above.

Awards Banquet/Dinner: Keystone Truck & Tractor Museum - Happy Hour – 6:00 pm, Dinner – 6:30 pm , Awards – 8:00 pm, Cash Bar

Sunday, Oct 3rd

Farewells & Goodbyes – Hotel Lobby: See you next year in …?

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HOST HOTEL: HILTON GARDEN INN RICHMOND SOUTH SOUTHPARK COLONIAL HEIGHTS

Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 155 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers.

Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center.

Address: 800 Southpark Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834, US Phone: (866) 238-4218

Hotel Room Rates: King or Double Room (without breakfast) - $109 (taxes not included) King or Double Room (with breakfast) - $129 (taxes not included)

Please see booking link below for guests who would like to book without breakfast included.

The guests who would like breakfast included should call hotel to book room and give the group code SIXPAC2

Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?&ctyhocn=RICSPGI&groupCode=Sixpa c&arrival=20210928&departure=20211004&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,en,DirectLink&fromId=HILT ONLINKDIRECT

Please note, the entire URL must be copied and pasted for it to work properly.

Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Richmond South/Southpark Group Name: Six Pack Trials Group Rate is good for these dates: Arrival: 28-Sep-2021, Departure: 04-Oct-2021

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2021 6-Pack TRials Richmond, VA Sept. 30 – Oct. 3 Registration Form

Name TR Model and Year:

Address Phone

Email 6-Pack Forum Name

Names for additional badges

Participants’ Choice: TR6 69-71 TR6 72-73 TR6 74-76 TR250 Modified 69-72 Modified 73-76 Other British

Concours: TR6 69-72 TR6 73-76 TR6-250 Modified Legends $ Registration before August 1 per car $75

$ Registration after August 1 per car $85

$ Welcome party per person $25 x people

$ Awards banquet per person $45 x people

$ Event T-shirts S-XL per shirt $22 x shirts

$ Event T-shirts 2XL per shirts $24 x shirts 3XL $26 x shirts 4XL $28 x shirts

$ TOTAL T-shirt size & quantity: S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL

Deadline for registrations is September 15, 2021 Make checks payable to “Michael Roe” and mail this registration form with check to:

Michael Roe 280 Petersburg Rd. Powhatan, VA 23139

WAIVER OF LIABILITY (Must be signed by the owner(s) of each car to participate.)

Neither I nor my heirs or assigns will hold harmless the Triumph TR250/TR6 Owners Club, known as a 6-Pack and/or its volunteer workers or members liable for any damage or injuries done to me or by me or my vehicle while engaged in, traveling to or from this event.

Names(s) Signature(s) Date Please print Register for your hotel separately using the link provided. 6-Pack Trials Room Rate is $109 per night plus tax. (excluding breakfast), $129 per night plus tax (including breakfast), both double occupancy.

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Cars on Kiawah 2021, presented by Ally Bank, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the beautiful Ocean Park on Kiawah Island, 30 miles south of Charleston. The event, now in its fifth year, will showcase the evolution of the automobile from the early 1900s through the present day. Over 250 “cars with character” from multiple countries of origin make up the display including eye-catching concours-level cars, sleek supercars, and classic muscle cars. There is even a separate display of cars interesting to kids, complete with hands-on activities.

Registration begins April 1, 2021. Each of the automobile registrations is reviewed by the com- mittee, with acceptance based on presenting a balanced show field that represents the history and evolution of the automobile. Registration is $40 per automobile and a photo is required. The show is held rain or shine. There are no refunds unless your automobile is not accepted by the committee. Food and drink vendors are onsite. A laid-back awards ceremony takes place at 2 p.m. To learn more about the show and to register, go to

Spectator admission is free. Parking is $20 cash per car.

Millie Horton Cars on Kiawah Recruitment Coordinator [email protected] (843) 367-7250

58 Volume 37, Issue 09 September 2021 GTA CHRISTMAS PARTY SATURDAY DECEMBER 4, 2021 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Come one and all, current members and members not so current alike. If your membership has lapsed buy a little Christmas gift to yourself at the party. We hope to see you all there.

Hosted again by Abe & Susan Cheij

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Barry was not able to provide an article for this issue of what they are doing? Do they have the proper the Trumpet. The following is a republished article from tools? Do they use the correct and best parts? 2020. And do they use a competent machine shop? Let’s start with the frst requirement mentioned, do they Well, I am late again writing my article. At least I know what they are doing? have fnished the Herald 2000 and started another project car. This time it is a 1977 MGB, bright On the MGBGT engine that lasted 2,201 miles the yellow with one of the most worn out engines I answer would have to be no; not just no but hell have seen. While Abe’s MGBGT engine was bad, it no. From the problems I found inside to the was because of a recent poor rebuild. amount of damage, it was obvious the mechanic had no idea what he was doing. Or he was This engine appeared to be all original internally. working and drinking at the same time. One has to All the bearings and pistons were stock factory be very careful when installing the wrist pins and original in every aspect. Unfortunately, after the retaining circlips and he wasn’t. One came 116,000 miles, there was nothing good inside the loose. motor. One rod bearing had been hammered so bad, it formed itself around the rod big end. The When a pin circlip comes out, the wrist pin moves edges are so sharp, one could shave with them. back and forth and gouges the cylinder wall. The cylinder walls have a lot of wear and the cam Engine done with. But that was not the only and lifters are worn and pitted. problem, the rods were install backwards. The camshaft was worn beyond being useable. The I posted some pictures of them on my Facebook metal from all the wear ate the rod and main page and received the question; what drives the bearing and destroyed the crank. All of this was longevity of an engine? This is more complicated caused by a poor quality rebuild. than you might think. Most would say frequent oil and flter changes. Some might say driving it I have built big Healey motors that have gotten gently; and others might say there is no way to over 300,000 miles. I take my time and check every increase the life of an engine. thing before I install it. I know what goes where and how it should go. I use quality tools such as So, let’s look at what can be done. As I said in my torque wrenches and quality products such as answer to the question in my post; I have built petroleum jelly to pre-lube the parts. One does many many engines in the past 47 years. I am not need to know every little detail about the proud to say the vast majority lasted a very long engine being worked on but then you must have time. I had built one that lasted 32 miles (bad Fram the books with all the details. oil flter) and I have built some that lasted 300,000 between rebuilds. What makes the difference. For Notice, I did not say books and web pages. You this article, I must assume that all the engines we cannot always trust what you read on the internet. will be discussing will have been rebuilt by now. Especially what you read on the forums and Facebook posts. There is so much wrong So, the frst thing that contributes to longevity is the information out there you cannot depend on it shop or person doing the rebuild. Do they know being correct. The old books have the correct

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Always examine every part you get, clean and oil and there are many out there, that contain measure each part before using it. Now, some of ZDDP, are ok for use. Just keep it clean and the materials used to build engines are as critical change it every so often. I used to recommend oil as quality parts. Lubricants used in the and flter every 3,000 miles. Not any more if you construction can save an engine or destroy an drive your car. Now, I recommend every 5,000 engine. I use a petroleum jelly to lubricate my miles. engines. It dissolves in the oil yet provides great protection on initial fring of the engine. There are If you do not drive it very much, go back to 3,000 many other products and some are just as good. mile interval or once a year if the car sits for long periods of times. Drive the car on a regular basis. If A lot of yall are familiar with a thick white lube used you cannot, never crank the engine and let it run for engines. I have seen oil pump screens plugged ten minutes then shut it down. This is worst than by this and starve a new engine for oil. Disaster is not running it. When you crank the engine and let the result. Other items that are important is the it idle for ten minutes, you create acid in the oil type of gasket goop you use. This usually does not pan. The heat, moisture from the atmosphere, harm engine life and durability but it does stop blow by gasses all mix to form an acid. leaks. I was taught that wheel bearing grease can work as well as Hylomar (a product used by Rolls This acid can and will eat your crank bearing and Royce). cam and lifters. If the car cannot be driven for a long period of time, change the oil, drive the car Let me add a little here about the quality of the for 20 minutes after it gets to operating new oil seals we get. A lot of them are crap and temperature then park it and let it sit. This is not last a very short time. We once put a trans rear seal the procedure if the car is going to sit for a very in a MGB and it leaked overnight while still on the long time, there are other things you will need to lift. I now use and highly recommend using a do. speedi-sleeve for as many seals as you can. They are a little expensive but worth it when you do not When you drive the car with your new engine, take have to replace a seal. it a little easy at frst. Find a deserted road and try this. In fourth gear; accelerate to 65 mph and then If you have used a good machine shop; checked take your foot of the gas and let it slow down to everything and every part; used good quality about 35. Then just step on the gas again and get lubricants and assembled the engine correctly; beck up to 65. Never take it out of 4th gear. Do this then you have the beginning of a long life engine. about 12 times, and you rings will be well on the The rest of the requirements for longevity depend way to being seated. on you. How you start your engine the frst time and maintain it depends on you. Then you can drive the car as you wish. No, I do not mean run it past redline every time but it You have to start the engine correctly. Use a doesn’t hurt to do it sometimes. If you used good quality flter and quality oil. I like Shell Rotella parts and had a quality shop do the machine work, 15w40. Others like synthetic or semi-synthetic. I you should have an engine that will go the distance once got a reground cam from iskerdarian with a with you. Pay attention to the engine, listen for warning not to use synthetic oil or you void their noises, most likely it will tell you when to check the warranty. They said the synthetic was too slippery valve clearances. It will let you know when a seal and did not allow enough oil friction to properly goes bad by marking it’s spot. Fix it quick and the rotate out solid fat lifters. I know people that use it engine will last longer. with no problem but why take the risk? Any good

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Now the question is how long can my engine last. One of the problems with old British engines is the Well, this has gotten way too long so it is time to softness of the cylinder walls. They do wear and end. Hope to see yall somewhere soon. Stay safe this increase blow by and that begins the wear in and try to drive your LBC every so often. the engine. There isn’t much one can do about this other than sleeving a block. When these cars were used for daily transportation, we saw cars average between 85,000 to 95,000 miles between rebuilds. Barry Rosenberg British Car Service If you get this again, number one thing is you are 568 Bent Tree Dr. old, and another as you drive your car quite often. Jasper, Ga. 30143 As most owners now drive only a few thousand [email protected] miles a year, a good rebuild should last your [email protected] lifetime and maybe the lifetime of one of your 770-689-7573 . heirs. Isn’t that good news?

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GTA CLASSIFIEDS

FOR SALE - GTA REGALIA

Dilly Dilly Mug Bottle Zippered Coozie Classic Foam Coozie $3.00 each or 4/$10.00 $3.00 each or 4/$10.00 $1.00 each

Heavy Foam Coozie 6-pack Triumph Coolers GTA Tote $2.00 each $2.00 each $15.00 each

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Lady’s Tee Shirts Men’s Polo Shirt $12.00 each $25.00 each

Caps and Driving Hats Make Driving Great Again Tee $12.00 each or 2/$20.00 $12.00 each

Folks, anyone requiring name tags for yourself or your signifcant other please contact me, they are $ 10.00 each. Please also review GTA clothing available in this and other newsletters and let me know what you might like. Our offerings are not limited to what we indicate in the newsletter, tell us what you would like.

Interested party should contact Mike Hurst [email protected]

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FOR SALE - TR6 CYLINDER through the 1980s. Road and Track, Car and Driver, Autoweek, others. There is HEAD some really cool stuff!!! I just do not want Circle B Narrow port. With valves and it anymore. springs. Perfect for your high compression engine build. Jack Wissner [email protected] (678) 576-1971

LOOKING FOR A GOOD HOME - TR PARTS. I have some Triumph parts that I will give away just to get out of my basement:

TR250-6 radiator TR 250 carbs, manifold, heat shield. Perfect TR6 ‘74 steering wheel complete. Misc. other small stuff.

Doug Fry [email protected]

WANTED - TR3/TR4 WHEEL I'm looking for a TR3/TR4 steel wheel with or without a tire to use as a spare on my 1959 TR3A.

John Cork $250. [email protected] Tom Horvat 678-662-0904 FOR SALE - TR6 BULKHEAD LOOKING FOR A GOOD TR6 rear bulkhead made from aircraft HOME - OLD MAGAZINES quality aluminum. Ready for paint. Will include a like new but used light lens. It I have many old car magazines that I was test ftted and is ready to install after would give to a good "home". It is a real paint or carpet. $50. treasure trove. Much is from the 1960s

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Hugh McAleer 678-588-8141 Zebulon, GA

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For What Its Worth Bring a Trailer Auction results from last month.

1974 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT No Reserve: 1976 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT

This 1974 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $24,000. This No Reserve: 1976 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $23,000. 1958 Triumph TR3A Sold on BaT 1975 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT

This 1958 Triumph TR3A The winning bid was $18,149. This 1975 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $25,250. 1972 Triumph TR6 4-Speed w/ Overdrive Sold on BaT Inline-Six-Powered 1976 Triumph Spitfre Auction Ended on BaT

This 1972 Triumph TR6 4-Speed w/ Overdrive This Inline-Six-Powered 1976 Triumph The winning bid was $21,750. Spitfre The high bid was $12,750, but the reserve was not met.

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1975 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT 1960 Triumph TR3A Sold on BaT

This 1975 Triumph TR6 This 1960 Triumph TR3A The winning bid was $25,000. The winning bid was $41,250.

39-Years-Owned 1972 Triumph 1980 Triumph TR8 Auction Ended TR6 Sold on BaT on BaT

This 39-Years-Owned 1972 Triumph TR6 This 1980 Triumph TR8 The winning bid was $26,250. The high bid was $12,750, but the reserve was not met. 1974 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT 1962 Triumph TR3A Project Sold on BaT

This 1974 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $25,500. This 1962 Triumph TR3A Project The winning bid was $10,000.

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1976 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT No Reserve: 1976 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT

This 1976 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $31,500. This No Reserve: 1976 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $28,500. 1976 Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT No Reserve: 1967 Triumph 2000 Mk1 Sold on BaT

This 1976 Triumph TR6 The winning bid was $45,000. This No Reserve: 1967 Triumph 2000 Mk1 The winning bid was $12,500.

1979 Triumph Spitfre 1500 No Reserve: 44-Years-Owned 1974 Auction Ended on BaT Triumph TR6 Sold on BaT

This 1979 Triumph Spitfre 1500 This No Reserve: 44-Years-Owned 1974 The high bid was $8,850, but the reserve Triumph TR6 was not met. The winning bid was $17,250.

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23-Years-Owned 1974 Triumph No Reserve: 1973 Triumph GT6 TR6 Sold on BaT Mk III Sold on BaT

This 23-Years-Owned 1974 Triumph TR6 This No Reserve: 1973 Triumph GT6 Mk III The winning bid was $18,500. The winning bid was $12,500.

16-Years-Owned 1972 Triumph No Reserve: Modifed 1978 TR6 Auction Ended on BaT Triumph Spitfre for Charity Sold on BaT

This 16-Years-Owned 1972 Triumph TR6 auction This No Reserve: Modifed 1978 Triumph The high bid was $9,000, but the reserve Spitfre for Charity was not met. The winning bid was $8,100.

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Signature: ______Date: ______

Your name, address and phone number will be published in the GTA membership directory. This informaton would only be available to GTA members. Put a check mark here ❑ if you DO NOT wish to have your informaton listed in the GTA directory.

Mail this applicaton and $30.00 to The Georgia Triumph Associaton, 2940 Cobblestone Dr Cumming, GA 30041 or get your applicaton processed online using PayPal at the club website located at htp:// www.gatriumph.com/amember/signup.php

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