Tech Ref's

This page is a listing of useful links gathered from across the internet. Many of these articles are specific to the Triumphs, and many are just good general purpose information. The first section deals strictly with troubleshooting, and the balance are on specific areas such as Ignition or Carburetors. The internet is a place marked by frequent changes, so please let us know if you encounter a broken link, or if you find a new source that would be a useful addition for our collection.

Links in Bold are articles contributed by our members

Here is a great list of videos on basic Automotive knowledge US MechanicEDU

Trouble Shooting

T/S All Systems

T/S Noises

T/S Suspension

T/S Brakes

T/S Ignition

T/S Carbs

Spark Plugs 101

T/S Problems with your car

T/S Starter & Charging

T/S Wheel Bearings

T/S Low Oil Pressure

T/S Water pump

T/S Coolant Loss/Leaks

T/S Electrical Problems

T/S Wire Wheels

T/S Rack & Pinion Steering Problems

T/S Lucas Points, Ignition Problems

T/S Through the Exhaust Pipe

T/S Exhaust Problems

T/S Faulty Clutch

T/S Oil Pump Problems

T/S Blown Head Gasket

T/S Engine Temp Problems

T/S Intermittent Engine Problems

T/S Oil Consumption

T/S Fault Diagnosis

T/S Problems, general diagnostics

T/S A to Z (Big List)

Engine Failure-Causes

Engine won't Start or Run

Overheating:Causes & Cures

How to use and Interpret a Vacuum gauge

Compression testing 101

Engine Vacuum Leaks

Leakdown Test

Engine will not start from Cold

Ignition System

Ignition Overview

Std vs High Perf Ignition Coils

Engine Timing De-mystified

Curing Run-on TR6

Distributor-What does it do

How Ignition Systems Work

Ignition Condensor

Coils

Spark Plug Wires

Uncover Ignition Problems

Look at Your Plugs

Ignition Timing

Electrical System

TR6 and TR250 Wiring Diagrams

Spitfire Wiring Diagrams

Lucus Wiring Colors

Wiring Colors Codes

Voltage Regulator 101

Battery Maintenance 101

Fuses

Finding an Open or Short Circuit

Relays 101

The Starting System

Checking the Starting Circuit

Guide to fixing a Starter

Lucas Fault Diagnosis Service Manual.pdf

Fuseology

Charging System Checks

Battery Testing

Easy Test for Shorted Battery Cells

Battery Drain Testing

How to Check Battery Drain

Understanding Alternators/Overview

Battery Bad Cell Test

Lucas Tech Service

Repairing TR6 Taillight Sockets

Alternator-How it Works

Heating/Cooling:

Heat Control Valve Replacement

Mechanical:

Accelerator Shaft Bearings

TR250 and TR6 Brakes:

Theory & Overview

Overhauling Brake Master Cylinder & PDWA

Overhauling Brake Servo

Overhauling Pedal Assembly

Overhauling Front Brakes

Overhauling Rear Brakes

Overhauling Handbrake

Overhauling Brake Pipes

Selecting Brake Fluid

Bleeding & Adjusting Brakes

Make your own Power Brake Bleeder

Brake Bleeding

Disk Brakes

Emergency Brake Adjustment

Fix Common Brake Problems

Complete Brake Repair

Brake Failure/Fluid Leak

Spring Brake Tune-up

Stuck Brake Caliper Piston

Warped Brake Rotors

Brake Fluid Testing

Inspecting Brake Hydraulics

The Brake Bible

TR250 and TR6 Carburetors:

Part I - Disassembly & Theory

Part II – The Overhaul

Part III – Reinstall, Tune and Troubleshooting

Powder Coating ZS Carbs

Replacing Fixed Needles with Adjustable Needles

Air/Fuel Monitor

Using Air/Fuel Monitor

Disappearing Damper Pot Oil

Temperature Compensator Adjustment

Carb Bypass Valve Rebuild

Zenith-Stromberg O-ring Dimensions

Carburetor Choices

Stromberg Carbs

SU-H/Type Tech

Tuning your SUs

Tuning vs. Setting SU Carbs

Constant Depression Theory

SU Needle Selection Chart

Weber Diagrams

Tuning Weber DCOE/1

Weber Tech Info 1

Weber Tech Info 2

Weber Hesititation Expose

A Stumble at Cruise SU's and Timing

Carb Models by Year

TR250 and TR6 Clutch:

Reliable Clutch

Clutch Checklist

Clutch Release Calculations

Clutch Release Measurements

Removing Broken Clutch Fork Pins

Clutch Operating Shaft Overhaul (and that nasty pin)

Clutch Hydraulics Overhaul

Sticky Clutch

Clutch Release Bearing Woes

GT6 Clutch:

Chirping GT6 Throw Out Bearing

TR250 and TR6 Gearbox:

Disassembly

Overhaul Part 1

Overhaul Part 2

Cover Overhaul

Adding OD Isolator Switches to Gearbox Top Cover

Gearbox Lubricants