The TR3A is now in the capable hands of BPC Motorworks in Hilton Head SC for the gear oil leak repair ( pinion shaft seal) and universal joint replacement. Russell started the car last week (with some difficulty, I might add) and drove the car to BPC Motors to meet with Mark Stern the proprietor. I spoke with Mark yesterday and got an update. Seal and U-joint have been replaced...starting difficulty is being addressed. He's going to install an electric fuel pump in hopes that will aid starting. It was also noted that the car has electronic ignition ( apparently installed at the time of restoration about 5 years ago). Also, the ignition wires are solid wire type and I've asked they be replaced with carbon wires. I hope this will aid with starting difficulties. The battery apparently only held a surface charge and was probably sulphated. It has been replaced as well. Russell also confirmed my observation that the car appears to run hot according to the gauge. I thought it wise to have the thermostat replaced and coolant temp checked to see that it opens and closes at proper temp. By the way, the radiator also has an electronic cooling fan that is thermostatically controlled. I know it comes on and cycles . I just don't know at what temperature. Just one more thing on the list of things to do.
It's hard to believe that we are in the 2nd week of March already. The good news is that preparations are going as planned. Just hope there are no last minute surprises.
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