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View attachment 18736 View attachment 18737 View attachment 18738 View attachment 18739 Winter project underway..... Starting to get the Alpine ready to put a 84' V6 2.8 with a T9 trans out of a TVR 280i (same as the Capri) with 40k on the motor (Thanks George Barton). Also got in the deal a 84' 2.8 Ranger V6 so lot's of options. TVR motor has no emissions other than a PVC valve on it and Bosch FI manifold. If anyone knows of a 2bbl manifold European version (also seen a 3 x 2 bbl available). Want to keep it simple for now. I have seen in past postings (2012) that other members have used the T9 with Capri V6 and it looks like a easy fit. If anyone has pictures of the shifter and motor installed (with the Siamese exhaust) would help in what's involved. Have the kit from Dan R as a start.
Thanks in advance. -Al
Got the tires mounted on the rims from Bill Bulpit, good to finally get it on the groundView attachment 26687
I had no trouble with grabbing, regardless of turn. Just a lot of rubbing. Backed up two feet and "What the hell was that?!"Be VERY careful.. When you turn left, especially if there is a despression the leading edge of the tyre turning in will grab and damage the wheel arch lip....thats the reason people roll or trim the front valance .... Happened to many cars.. If you are turning Right the tyre will just rub and make a noise as it will hit the face of the tread... But if turning in it grabs and pulls it.....
Trust me... Not fun
the plastic surround go on first and then into the dash