After several months, I was finally able to convince a very nice lady to sell her 1975 Triumph TR6 to me:
It has been parked in her garage since 1993. The body looks straight and rust free, but the garage was so full of other items it was tough to get a really good look at it. I haven't even opened the hood. I got such a good deal that the condition really doesn't matter.
The only thing I have done so far is to take the wheels off so I can get new tires mounted in order to get it home. I hope I can get it running again and drive it as a "beater" while I work on my Capri. After some casual research, I am leaning toward a small block Ford/T5 swap when the time comes. Who knows!
Three out of four hubs wouldn't turn. I soaked them in PB Blaster, and I hope that does the trick. I do have a big hammer in case they need a little convincing.
It should look great beside the race car.
Nice! I'm sure you've already checked out BritishV8.org for inspiration, ideas, and technique. Please do your build updates here, though :)
I have a '76 Spitfire that I've removed a 5.0 V8/T5 from, so I'm going in the opposite direction! It's getting a Miata drivetrain.
Nice catch - I had those wire protectors on my headlights back in 1981-1983-ish era. LOL
In reply to Winston:
Yes, lots of time on the British V8 forum so far. I think a SBF would be a cheaper way to get a quicker car, gain a 5spd transmission, etc.
In reply to Datsun310Guy:
The owner said they came with the car. I've seen them at Auto Zone, but didn't kow if they ever came on a prodiction car. I'm not sure if they are aftermarket or not. I have zero knowledge about Triumphs except for what I've been reading the past few months.
The Bently manual should be here this week.
Congrats. My brother has an immaculate 73 TR6 with triple webers, etc.
