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by V8 burble
Wed Jun 20, 2012 5:07 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: engine oil
Replies: 4
Views: 8160

In my opinion there should be a “ sticky ” about Tiger engine oils, since it such a complex subject with so many variables. What is “dino” oil? Brand new engine or an old engine? Flushing oil? Mineral or synthetic or semi-synthetic? Right grade of oil Right filter ZDDP and flat tappet camshafts An e...
by V8 burble
Wed Jun 20, 2012 11:48 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Tiger battery
Replies: 8
Views: 11623

I have nothing against Optima batteries. They have a fine reputation. However, I cannot see the point of paying twice the price for an Optima compared to this Varta battery which has a 5 year guarantee : http://www.tayna.co.uk/Type-096-Varta-Silver-Dynamic-Car-Battery-P3197.html You pays your money ...
by V8 burble
Thu Jun 14, 2012 2:05 pm
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: Shakespere Raceway
Replies: 26
Views: 30131

That's one of the STOC originals, "Whispering" Ken Hubbard in works experimental 289-engined AF204. His nickname came from the extreme quietness of his Tiger as he invariably cruised to victory at the Curborough Sprint Course, near Lichfield. Ken is in action on page 190 of "Tiger-The making of a Sp...
by V8 burble
Thu Jun 14, 2012 12:55 pm
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: 1959 Le Mans winning Aston Martin DBR1
Replies: 0
Views: 4551

1959 Le Mans winning Aston Martin DBR1

The death of Carroll Shelby has been referred to earlier, but it is sad to see that the designer and drivers of the 1959 Le Mans winning Aston Martin DBR1 all died within a few weeks of one another. Ted Cutting: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/sport-obituaries/9249439/Ted-Cutting.html Car...
by V8 burble
Thu Jun 14, 2012 12:36 pm
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: Herb Mosley
Replies: 1
Views: 3643

Herb Mosley

Some of the older STOC members who visited California way back will be sad to hear that Herb Mosley, a 37 year veteran of C.A.T. died earlier this year. Herb was famous amongst the Tiger community for his “Shop Notes”. http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dailybreeze/obituary.aspx?n=herbert-r-mosley&pid...
by V8 burble
Sun Jun 03, 2012 2:19 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Silicon hoses and aluminium tubing
Replies: 0
Views: 5316

Silicon hoses and aluminium tubing

Silicon hoses and flanged tubing can be expensive, especially when you add the magic word "motorsport" to the vendor's name. I used 2 pieces of ordinary 38 mm (1.5 inches) aluminium tubing when fabricating a custom top hose. This worked fine, but I really wanted to have that same pipe flanged at eac...
by V8 burble
Sun Jun 03, 2012 2:00 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Louder audible warning for the indicators
Replies: 2
Views: 5638

Louder audible warning for the indicators

A combination of engine noise and indicators which do not self-cancel can lead to the Tiger's indicators being left on inadvertently. In the worst case scenario, this could lead to an accident. One solution is to fit a loud buzzer, with an optional switch, just in case the buzzer drives you demented...
by V8 burble
Thu May 31, 2012 4:09 pm
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: Tiger on ebay-Auction ends 29th May
Replies: 24
Views: 26287

As for fuel consumption/price. 90% of our members don't exceed 1000 m each year and the fun factor surely covers pump prices? Tiger running costs: Restoring bodywork and rebuilding engine...............Huge Replacement parts and regular maintenance............High Fuel.................................
by V8 burble
Mon May 28, 2012 3:24 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: What is my true water temperature?
Replies: 0
Views: 4789

What is my true water temperature?

As the outside temperatures begin to rise, so do the anxiety levels of Tiger owners everywhere, as they watch their water temperature gauge needles move further to the right. Am I going to get stuck in traffic? Will my Kenlowes do the trick? Should I pull the bonnet release? Before you get too paran...
by V8 burble
Wed May 23, 2012 8:26 am
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: Tiger on ebay-Auction ends 29th May
Replies: 24
Views: 26287

Tiger on ebay-Auction ends 29th May

Just in case the earlier thread title, “Tiger for Auction 10th March 2012” does not seem relevant in May 2012 and may be overlooked, I have started a new thread. Wonder if that was a trade sale & the car will re-appear for sale again in a week or two? This car (ex-Robin Howard) was sold at auction i...
by V8 burble
Tue May 22, 2012 10:13 pm
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger
Topic: Tiger for Auction 10th March 2012
Replies: 5
Views: 7787

Wonder if that was a trade sale & the car will re-appear for sale again in a week or two? You were dead right. As mentioned above, it was sold at auction for £18,000. It is now on ebay (currently £11,000) and the seller is looking for £25,995 ono. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem...
by V8 burble
Fri May 11, 2012 11:56 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: How to kill a distributor module
Replies: 0
Views: 5066

How to kill a distributor module

I cannot say for certain what it was that caused my distributor ignition control module to blow, but I suspect either a bad earth, using a battery booster, or using a dynamo instead of an alternator. The replacement module came with a list as long as your arm of the numerous ways you can kill a modu...
by V8 burble
Wed May 09, 2012 12:35 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Checked your battery condition recently?
Replies: 0
Views: 7896

Checked your battery condition recently?

I thought that my battery was in good condition until I had it tested, revealing a duff cell. Your local garage can test your battery for you, or alternatively buy yourself one of these battery drop testers: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Battery-Drop-Tester-6-12V/dp/B000RA14PI I recommend getting a new ba...
by V8 burble
Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:20 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Power steering
Replies: 8
Views: 11683

In the UK, STOC stalwart Jim Oven has been producing such a system for some while.
by V8 burble
Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:54 am
Forum: Sunbeam Tiger Restorations
Topic: In for a penny
Replies: 334
Views: 470275

Mal,

Please note that the correct part number for the remote oil filter bracket (vertical ports) using 1/2 inch NPT fittings is Trans-Dapt #1028:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TRD-1028/?rtype=10