Dr Triumphs Surgery Index

Dr T No. Mag Date Subject Models
1 Jan-91 Excessive clutch wear D1300, D1500, Herald, Vitesse, Spitfire, Toledo, 1500TC,
2 Mar-91 Oil filter problems D Sprint, Stag, D1850, TR7,
3 May-91 Differential oil leaks Stag, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
4 Jul-91 Timing chain life and problems D Sprint, Stag, D1850, TR7,
5 Sep-91 Heater blockage Herald, Vitesse,
6 Sep-91 Starter motor problems General
7 Nov-91 Water leaks into the boot General
8 Nov-91 Electric clocks General
9 Jan-92 Helicoils General
10 Mar-92 Steering rack problems (non PAS) General
11 Mar-92 Front suspension knocks 2000, 2500, 2.5PI, Stag,
11 Mar-92 Extension of rear stop rubbers TR4A
11 Mar-92 Rear suspension arms TR4A
11 Mar-92 Rear road springs TR4A
11 Mar-92 Settling of rear springs TR4A, 1300, 2000,
12 May-92 Interchangeability of front vertical link Herald, Spitfire,
12 May-92 Rear road spring TR4
12 May-92 Front road springs TR4
12 May-92 Front track settings 1300,
12 May-92 Steering knocks 1300,
12 May-92 Inhibiting of PI metering units 2.5PI, TR5, TR6,
13 Jul-92 Gearbox mainshaft circlip Herald, Spitfire, Vitesse, GT6,
13 Jul-92 Jumping out of reverse Herald
13 Jul-92 Changes to the brake calipers Vitesse, GT6, TR4A, TR5, TR6, TR250,
14 Sep-92 Clutch change tool 1300,
14 Sep-92 Valve spring compression D Sprint, Stag, D1850, TR7,
14 Sep-92 Suspension misalignment Toledo, D1300, D1850, D1500, D Sprint, 1500TC,
15 Nov-92 Cylinder head gasket seal problems Stag, D Sprint, D1850, TR7,
15 Nov-92 Use of pallet shims on exhaust valves D Sprint
15 Nov-92 Use of oversize tappets Stag
16 Nov-92 Incorrect carburetter throttle springs D1300, D1500, Spitfire, D1850, D Sprint, TR7, 2000, 2500,
17 Nov-92 Rear axle misalignment Toledo, 1500TC, D1850, D Sprint,
17 Nov-92 Fracture of rocker shaft securing studs Toledo, TR6, Spitfire, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI, 1500TC,
17 Nov-92 Commonised drive shafts Stag, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
18 Jan-93 Change to gearbox helix angles 2000, 2500, Stag, TR6,
18 Jan-93 Position of gearbox clevis pin 2000, 2.5PI, TR6, Stag,
18 Jan-93 Gearbox modifications 2000, 2500, TR6, D Sprint,
19 Mar-93 Suspension rebuild Toledo,1500TC, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
20 May-93 Change to smaller exhaust valves 2000, 2.5PI, TR6,
20 May-93 Front seat creaks Toledo
20 May-93 Change to suspension geometry Toledo,1500TC, D1850, D Sprint,
20 May-93 Front damper attachment D1850,D Sprint,
20 May-93 Camshaft cover oil leaks Stag, D1850, TR7,
20 May-93 Carburettor mounting cracking D 1850
21 May-93 Carburettor faults 2000, 2500, Spitfire, TR7, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
22 Jul-93 Rear suspension changes 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
22 Jul-93 Jammed PI relief valve 2.5PI, TR6,
22 Jul-93 Inhibiting of metering units 2.5PI, TR6,
23 Sep-93 Incorrect carburetter throttle springs Spitfire, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint, TR7, 2000, 2500,
23 Sep-93 Engine knocks D 1850
23 Sep-93 Addition of shim to starter motor D Sprint
23 Sep-93 Cylinder head gasket changes D1850, D Sprint,
23 Sep-93 Change to cylinder head attachment TR7, D1850, D Sprint, Stag,
24 Nov-93 Thermostat position Stag
24 Nov-93 Lubricant for 5 speed gearbox TR7
24 Nov-93 Gear change 2000,
24 Nov-93 Gearbox lubricants Herald, Vitesse, GT6, Spitfire, TR4A, TR5, 2000, 1300,
24 Nov-93 Transmission oil leaks 1300,
24 Nov-93 Gearbox breather hole Herald, Vitesse,
24 Nov-93 Jumping out of gear D1300, D1500,
25 Jan-94 Chassis identification Toledo, TR7, TR8,
26 Mar-94 Transmission vibration 2000, 2500, 2.5PI, Stag,
27 Mar-94 Heavy steering TR7
28 May-94 Drive shaft lubrication Stag, 2000, TR5, 2500, TR6, 2.5PI,
28 May-94 Oil pump modifications 2000, 2.5PI, TR6, GT6,
28 May-94 Crankshaft thrust washers 2000, 2.5PI,
28 May-94 Bonnet release catch Stag
28 May-94 Loose chain tensioners Stag
28 May-94 Axle shaft bearing noise Spitfire
29 Jul-94 Rear sub-frame alignment Stag, 2000, 2.5PI, 2500, TR4A, TR5, TR6,
30 Jul-94 The repair of pre-engaged starter motors General
31 Sep-94 Warning - overdrive modifications General
31 Sep-94 Engine rocker shaft oil supply Vitesse, GT6, 2000, 2500, TR5, TR6,
31 Sep-94 Engine mountings - packing pieces 2000, 2500,
31 Sep-94 Wiper blade lift TR7
31 Sep-94 Fuel line support bracket alignment 1500TC, D1300, D1500, Spitfire, Toledo,
32 Nov-94 Radiator thermometer TR2
32 Nov-94 Overdrive solenoid TR2, Renown,
32 Nov-94 Oil leakage to rear hubs TR2
32 Nov-94 Piston/head compatibility Stag
32 Nov-94 Valves sticking in the guides Stag, D Sprint,
33 Jan-95 Damage to crankshaft journals Stag, D1850, TR7, D Sprint,
33 Jan-95 Change of axle identification D 1850
33 Jan-95 Damage to overdrive switch cable Stag, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
33 Jan-95 Gearbox modifications TR6, 2000, 2.5PI,
33 Jan-95 Modification to the doors 1300,
33 Jan-95 Hood re-assembly Stag
34 Mar-95 Rear suspension problems D Sprint
34 Mar-95 Replacement of prop shaft centre bearing D Sprint
35 May-95 Clutch modification Stag
35 May-95 Alloy wheel nut change Stag, 2500,
35 May-95 Foul condition - roof gutter TR7
35 May-95 Radius rod - bush assembly Toledo, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
35 May-95 Fuel pipe chaffing 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
35 May-95 Incorrect stud hole diameter - Alloy wheels Stag, 2500,
35 May-95 Auto gearbox strainer modification 2000, 2500, Stag, D1500, D1850, D Sprint, TR7,
35 May-95 Gearbox modification Spitfire, TR7, D1300, D1500, D1850,
36 May-95 Water pump impeller change D1850, D Sprint,
36 May-95 Steering coupling problem D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
37 Jul-95 Fuel pump overheating 2.5PI, TR5, TR6,
38 Sep-95 Adjustment of PI metering unit 2.5PI, TR5, TR6,
39 Nov-95 PI pump cooling coil modification 2.5PI, TR5, TR6,
39 Nov-95 Water leaks into the body Toledo, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint, Stag,
40 Nov-95 Steering rack clamps General
40 Nov-95 Steering flexible coupling General
41 Jan-96 Anti-roll bar modification Acclaim
41 Jan-96 Automatic models - noisy starter motor 2000, 2500,2.5PI
42 Jan-96 Datsun drive shaft modification Stag, 2000, 2.5PI, 2500, TR4A, TR5, TR6,
43 Mar-96 Oil pump efficiency problems General
44 May-96 Change to clutch cover assemblies 2.5PI,
44 May-96 Correct fitment of replacement o/d solenoid Vitesse, TR4,
44 May-96 Correct fitment of exhaust manifold Vitesse, GT6, 2000, 2.5PI, TR5, TR6, Equipe,
44 May-96 New front engine sealing block Spitfire, Herald, Vitesse, GT6, 2000, 2.5PI, 1300,
45 Jul-96 Rear axle identification D1850,
45 Jul-96 Overdrive switch cable 2000, Stag, 2.5PI, 2500,
45 Jul-96 Carburettor spindles Vitesse,
45 Jul-96 Crankshafts & bearings com ref's GE,FD & FH Herald, Spitfire,
45 Jul-96 Petrol tank breather pipe Toledo
45 Jul-96 Underframe dimensions Stag,
45 Jul-96 Flywheel & crankshaft Stag,
45 Jul-96 Axle shaft bearing noise Spitfire,
46 Jul-96 Oil feed problems & crankshaft wear Herald, Spitfire, Toledo, 1500TC, 1500, D1500,D1300,
46 Jul-96 Salvage of cylinder block 6 cyl units 2000, 2.5PI, Vitesse, 2500, GT6, TR5, TR6, Equipe,
47 Sep-96 Coking up of inlet valves General
47 Sep-96 Engine running temperature figures Stag, D1850, TR7, D Sprint,
48 Sep-96 Change to gearbox helix angles & ratios 2000, 2.5PI, Stag, TR6,
48 Sep-96 Salvage of cylinder block 4 cyl units Toledo, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, 1500, Spitfire, Herald,
49 Nov-96 Solenoid heat shield D1850, D Sprint, TR7, Stag,
49 Nov-96 Tie strut reinforcement 1300, 1500, 1500TC, Toledo, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
49 Nov-96 Drag strut reinforcement 2000, 2500, 2.5PI, Stag,
50 Nov-96 Clutch modification Stag
50 Nov-96 Alloy wheel nut change Stag, 2500,
50 Nov-96 Foul condition - roof gutter TR7
50 Nov-96 Radius rod - bush assembly Toledo, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
50 Nov-96 Fuel pipe chaffing 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
50 Nov-96 Incorrect stud hole diameter - Alloy wheels Stag, 2500,
50 Nov-96 Auto gearbox strainer modification 2000, 2500, Stag, D1500, D1850, D Sprint, TR7,
50 Nov-96 Gearbox modification Spitfire, TR7, D1300, D1500, D1850,
51 Jan-97 Overheating modification TR3A
51 Jan-97 Gudgeon pin fits - Early cars Herald,
51 Jan-97 Light load hesitation - Stromberg cars 2000,
51 Jan-97 Change to main & big end bearings Herald, Spitfire,
52 Jan-97 Chassis stud mounting fault TR6,
52 Jan-97 Change to front wheel camber setting D1850,
52 Jan-97 Modification to gearbox shifting plate 1500,
52 Jan-97 Burrs on gearbox shifting plate 1500,
52 Jan-97 Exhaust fumes leaking into the boot 1500, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, D1850, D Sprint,
53 Mar-97 OHC engine design considerations D1850, D Sprint, TR7, Stag,
53 Mar-97 Engine block casting obstructions D1850, TR7, D Sprint,
53 Mar-97 Incorrect timing mark D1850,
54 May-97 Incorrect position of exhaust mounting bracket 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
54 May-97 Identification of power steering rack between models 2500, 2.5PI, Stag, 2000,
54 May-97 Temporary change to camshaft specification 1500, Toledo, Spitfire,
54 May-97 Tappet noise transmitted along speedo cable Toledo,
54 May-97 Incorrect distributor drive bush problem 2000, 2.5PI, TR6, GT6,
55 Jul-97 Change to spec of valve guides D Sprint,
55 Jul-97 Clutch slave cylinder change of material Toledo, Spitfire, D1850, 1500TC,
55 Jul-97 Fouling of brake pedal D Sprint, Toledo, D1850, 1500TC,
55 Jul-97 Valves picking up in guides Stag, D Sprint,
55 Jul-97 Rev counter problems Stag,
56 Sep-97 Hardening of front stub axles General
57 Nov-97 Flywheel attachment bolt-new material Toledo, Spitfire, 1500,
57 Nov-97 Incorrect brake master cylinder fitted Toledo,
57 Nov-97 Change to clutch thrust plug diameter Spitfire, Toledo, Herald,
57 Nov-97 Change to front wheel camber angle D1850,
57 Nov-97 Interchangeability of rear axle centre assembly Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse,
57 Nov-97 Various modifications to the PI engines 2.5PI, TR6,
57 Nov-97 Restriction of fuel tank breather pipe 2.5PI, 2000, 2500,
57 Nov-97 Change of fuel tank design 2.5PI,
57 Nov-97 Increase in spill return pipe diameter 2.5PI,
57 Nov-97 Fuel tank internal fault 2.5PI,
58 Jan-98 Suspension reinforcement modification D Sprint, Toledo, D1850, 1500TC, D1300, D1500, 1500, 1300,
58 Jan-98 Change to Stromberg 150CD parts 2000, GT6, Vitesse, Spitfire,
58 Jan-98 Fast idle setting - SU carbs TR4A,
59 Mar-98 Differing spring rates between LHD & RHD cars General
59 Mar-98 Fitting of front road spring D Sprint, Toledo, D1850, 1500TC, D1300, D1500,
59 Mar-98 Different road spring and damper settings TR4,
59 Mar-98 Modification of engine breather pot for cases of excessive oil consumption TR4A,
59 Mar-98 Spitfire Mk3 modification to prevent flywheel bolts working loose Spitfire,
59 Mar-98 Warning on the correct procedure for engine removal 1300,
1 May-98 Excessive clutch wear D1300, D1500, Herald, Vitesse, Spitfire, Toledo, 1500TC,
60 Jul-98 Throttle angle setting General
60 Jul-98 Deletion of crankshaft cross drillings 2.5PI, TR6, TR5,
60 Jul-98 Clutch slave cylinder mounting boss Herald, Spitfire,
60 Jul-98 Softer rear axle mounting rubbers 2500, 2000, 2.5PI,
60 Jul-98 New gearbox thrust washers 2000, 2.5PI, GT6, D1850, Toledo, Stag,
60 Jul-98 Change to flywheel & flex plate attachment D1850,
60 Jul-98 Change to exhaust valve upper spring collars 2.5PI, TR6, TR5,
61 Sep-98 Fittment of longer clutch pushrod 1500,
61 Sep-98 Modification to front suspension mounting rubber Stag, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI,
61 Sep-98 Identification of O/D speedo drive gears Stag, 2000, 2.5PI, Spitfire, TR6, GT6, D1850,
61 Sep-98 Change to 4 & 6 cylinder con rods Spitfire, TR6, GT6, 2000, 2500, 2.5PI, 1300, D1300, D1500, Vitesse, Herald, TR5, 1500,
61 Sep-98 Fault on O/D mainshaft machining D1850,
61 Sep-98 slackness of anti roll bar link attachment Stag,
61 Sep-98 Suspect rear sub frame mounts 2.5PI, 2000, 2500, Stag,
62 Nov-98 Changes to PI timing settings TR6, 2.5PI,
62 Nov-98 Rear lamp cluster drain hole Stag,
62 Nov-98 Change to steering rack pinion 1500, Toledo, D1850,
62 Nov-98 Early alternators surge protection diode modification General
62 Nov-98 1500/1300 cylinder head identification 1500, Toledo, 1300, D1500, D1300, Herald, Spitfire,
62 Nov-98 Power steering fluid leaks 2.5PI, 2000, 2500, Stag,
62 Nov-98 Early cars - chaffing of heater hoses D Sprint,
63 Jan-99 Early cars - cylinder head modification D Sprint,
63 Jan-99 Modification to power steering lock stops Stag,
63 Jan-99 Modification to accelerator/choke cable Toledo, D1850, D1300, D1500, D Sprint, 1500TC,
63 Jan-99 Powersteering models - deletion of lock stops 2.5PI, 2500,
63 Jan-99 Modification - fitment of carburettor heat shield 1500,
63 Jan-99 Timing chain tensioner - warning incorrect bolt fitment Stag, D Sprint, D1850, TR7,
63 Jan-99 Camshaft oil starvation D Sprint,
64 Mar-99 Gear lever rattle TR6,
64 Mar-99 Door panel cracking 2.5PI, 2000, 2500,
64 Mar-99 Starter motor screech 2.5PI, 2000, 2500,
64 Mar-99 Door water sealing Stag,
64 Mar-99 Gear lever swish 1500,
64 Mar-99 Rear wheel to wing relationship TR6,
64 Mar-99 Limited slip diff - static check D Sprint,
65 May-99 Accurate adjustment of valve clearance General
65 May-99 Chaffing of O/D cable on gear lever General
65 May-99 Electrical connections General
65 May-99 Differential breather modification General
66 Jul-99 Cooling system considerations & correct thermosatat fittment Stag, D Sprint, D1850, TR7,
66 Jul-99 Repair of line bored camshaft bearings Stag, D Sprint, D1850, TR7,
67 Sep-99 Chassis/Engine identification & production totals 10/20, 13/35, 15/50, Super 7, Super 8, Scorpion, 12/6,
67 Sep-99 Clutch cross shaft - failed weld D Sprint,
67 Sep-99 Minor general electrical faults General
68 Nov-99 Early cars fitting of inlet manifold stays to prevent resonance Spitfire,
68 Nov-99 Change to four & six cylinder engine crankshaft rear oil seal 2000, Herald, Spitfire, 1300, Vitesse,
68 Nov-99 Reinforced camshaft and change to pushrod specification TR2, Renown,
68 Nov-99 Change to rocker shaft pedestal stud specification TR2, TR3,
68 Nov-99 Change to "full flow" oil filter TR3,
68 Nov-99 Explanation of the principle of the different oil filters for the 'Vanguard' engine TR2, Renown, Razor Edge 2000, Roadster 2000, TR3,
68 Nov-99 Change to 'foolproof' engine oil filter packing piece Renown, Razor Edge 2000, Roadster 2000,
69 Jan-00 Stone shield for the petrol pump TR2,
69 Jan-00 Worn bonnet retaining catch Mayflower,
69 Jan-00 Oil leaks from the oil pressure gauge Mayflower,
69 Jan-00 Upgading front suspension to later specification Mayflower, TR2, TR3,
69 Jan-00 Correct assembly of vertical trunnion Mayflower, TR2, TR3, TR4,
70 Mar-00 Setting up and adjustment of the steering Renown,
71 May-00 Startix' operating faults Gloria ,Southern X, Dolomite, Vitesse,
71 May-00 Wilmot Breeden steering damping bumpers Gloria ,Dolomite, Southern X, Vitesse,
71 May-00 Tappet adustment on side valve and inlet over exhaust models Super 9, 10, Gloria ,Southern X, Dolomite, Vitesse, Super 7, Super 8,
72 Jul-00 Early 948 Coupe carburettor problems Herald,
72 Jul-00 Changes to piston specification TR2, TR3, TR3A,
72 Jul-00 1147 cars changes to water delivery tube in the cylinder head Herald, Spitfire,
72 Jul-00 Overcoming poor idling with Stromberg carburetors TR4A, Vitesse,
72 Jul-00 1966 modification to the piston & Gudeon pin Herald, Spitfire, 1300,
73 Sep-00 Maintenance tips Super 7, Super 8,
73 Sep-00 Operation details and maintenance of the 'Startix' system Gloria ,Southern X,
74 Nov-00 Fitting a replacement viscous coupling D Sprint, D1850, 2000, 2500, Spitfire, TR7,
74 Nov-00 Simple check of valve springs General
74 Nov-00 Change to specification of camshaft & cam followers Herald, Spitfire,
74 Nov-00 Change to tappet diameter Vitesse, 2000,
74 Nov-00 Alignment of camshaft bushes in the cylinder block Herald, Spitfire,

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