Re: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
I don't think it is only Triumph. My 20 years old Volvo 940 also developed click-nothing recently when hot. Fixed it with a relay. BMW-s of the 80's regularly suffered from starter problems when 8-10...
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A good way to remember which way to turn the tool is this: by turning it to the........ left=lean vs right=rich ShaneR
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Re: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
Here's a simple diagram of the Starter Solenoid: The holding coil is grounded directly, the pull-in coil through the (stationary) starter motor. When the key is turned, the current flows through both...
View ArticleRe: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
Great diagram Mikki - and well explained - as not many "get" the pull in/hold on thing. (It is beyond me to get diagrams on here!!!!) The actual pull in current could be measured with a current probe...
View ArticleRe: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
FWIW, LE1473L was also wearing a 2M100 when it came to me. I assumed it was an aftermarket replacement, but the car didn't have very many miles on it, so it might have been original. Another possible...
View ArticleRe: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
I just remembered that I still keep the original starter solenoid from my Stag, removed when the car had about 20 years and 26,000 miles, which I replaced with a new one hoping to solve the...
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Re: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
These are the two starter relays that I had on my Stag: The right one is Lucas (5 Amps to engage, good to switch some 300 Amps), as used on Mini's and some other classics to drive the starter motor...
View ArticleRe: [stag] Re: Starter Relay from EJWARD post click nothing issue
Yes the ROM fails to mention the 2M100 which is shown in the parts catalogue as Lucas 25648 There appears to be no information on the change point from the M418G to 2M100 The M418G as you will know...
View ArticleWire wheels F/S in So Cal
Hey guys, I just posted a for sale notice in the correct place, but wanted to flag ya'll. I don't think they are worth shipping any distance, but if there is anyone local who wants them, dromp me a line.
View ArticleRe: Wire wheels F/S in So Cal
Hey Kevin, Got any photos? Send them to me at StagByTriumph@TriumphStagClub.org or post a link to some photos, Thanks!
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View ArticleRe: [stag] Borg Warner type 35 Inhibitor switch
So I have examined some of these switches, an original old stock item and the new ones available these days. Oh dear See my photo [tinyurl.com] The one on the right is the old stock from Triumph The...
View ArticleRe: [stag] Borg Warner type 35 Inhibitor switch
The manual gearboxes use a fibre washer as the standard mode. It says "monitor operation of switch and add/subtract washers as appropriate>" That's the go. Before you put it back press the guts of...
View ArticleJackshaft location
I just got my black back from the machine shop after cleaning and honing, and the guy mentioned that he wasn't sure how deep the new freeze plug at the back of the jackshaft should go. Of course, I...
View Article[stag] lubricating UJs in half shafts
Do I need to remove the shaft to lubricate the inner UJ? Sujit
View ArticleRe: [stag] lubricating UJs in half shafts
Unless you have the ones that have the stalk with the grease nipple in the centre - then yes -you have to remove the shaft and then remove each UJ and then remove the cup. The "stalk" ones I have...
View ArticleRe: Jackshaft location
There are a couple of indicators. I have my block in the car ready to come out sans heads and timing gear - so I can spin my jackshaft at the moment - so the perfect set up to check. Look down from...
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[www.ldparts.co.uk] Go to the link - courtesy of Peter's great pics (only way I can post a pic :P ) see the deep groove at the end? KJH
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Ken Many thanks for the reply. I went out to the garage and found the keeper plate (in the box with timing chains, which sort of makes sense!), and it was clear that the shaft wasn't in far enough. If...
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