Triumph TR6 Restoration Final Part. The Car Is Now Finished
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- Опубліковано 4 тра 2023
- Its taken almost a year to get to this point. The mechanic has been in to tune up the engine and its now running like a dream. I dont know what I am going to do with all this free time Ive got on my hands from now on
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Im 68 and remember a yellow TR6 driving past me in 1975 and the exhaust note was perfect. I still remember it. Glad your son recorded a but as you pulled out of his drive. Thanks for the videos. P.S. the matte at the back is the single best design. I would have stayed to pull the tape as well.
I thought we were going for a ride and share a couple pints next time I’m in the UK . Ok I’ll wait for the next project. Thanks again for the journey ….🇨🇦
Hello Johnny,
The came came out really nice... and is a testament to your ability to raise to any challenge. I have really enjoyed the series, thank you.
Take care.
Paul,,
Thanks Paul
I hope youre doing ok
Great jab, a credit to all your hard work. Give it a couple of months and you'll be ready to do another one.
Thanks Chris
I know I keep saying never again but I'm already getting the itch 😆Ideally I'd need my own workspace next time though.
I'll be round to see it soon mate. Fabulous job ❤
You'll have to take a drive up to Nicks. Id love you to see it
A good series of videos which captured the ups and downs of restoration. The car looks very good. Pleased you got the injection system running well. Pity you are not going to keep it.
Tim
I think if I had my own workshop I’d be more inclined to do another project. Half my headaches where travelling to either my sons or my brothers and neither is close by. I’m still looking to move and my only criteria for my next house is a huge garden when I can put workshops on😁
I watched every episode. Well done Johnny! Never say never...
Hi Albert. I once said I wanted a tattoo with the words 'never say never' Ive gone back on my own words so many times hahaha
Hey buddy great videos , really enjoyed watching the restoration and you are a natural on the camera , well done mate cheers Michael in Melbourne Australia
Hi Johnny. I really enjoyed your final video on the tr6 especially the little medley at the end. The music was good too. I have owned a tr6 for 43 years and have finally got somebody to tune and service the fuel injection. I bought a new throttle balance shaft and fitting it was beyond me. 20 years ago maybe, yes. Can’t wait to get it on the road for this summer although I think I’m looking to sell it later in the year. I’m finding it a struggle to get in and out of now ( old git .) besides that, it really is a car of the past now and every year new fuel regulations and restrictions are encroaching on the joy of owning a classic car. Got a clock that needs servicing too. Best wishes, Mark
Hi Mark
Thank you for your kind words.
The fuel injection on these TR's was a bit of a nightmare for me. I managed to change the diaphragms and fitted new seals on the metering unit. I even worked out how to set up the timing, God knows how!!! Also, finding someone that can work on these classic engines is proving to be more and more difficult. Most modern (young) mechanics dont seem to understand the concept of setting points or timing the ignition. I was very lucky to have found keith, he is of a dying breed.
I'm self taught with the clocks too. Thats a far more relaxing hobby but maybe not as satisfying as restoring a classic car.
Nice work. Beautiful car.
Thank you. It really turned out to be stunning
Well done the car looks superb.
Thanks Paul. It turned out better than even I expected
Really interesting watching how you bought that car back from the dead to a lovely example. I hope you get the price you are looking for.
you and me both🤣
Well done Johnny. You are such a talented person. The car looks incredible. Can I bring my Transit round?☺️
Hahah yeah drop it over and I'll respray and releather it for you
Wow; what a journey mate…you should be so proud of yourself for not only rescuing a true classic, but also taking to a whole other level in motoring perfection!
Looking back at some of the early videos, I'm amazed I ever finished it. This was for me like the Everest of car restoration. There were so many times I wanted to give up but persevered. The end result was worth the punishment in the end
Fantastic results I hope you do another car really enjoyed the series
Thanks Jim. The car has not long been finished and I'm bored already😄
@@treetopspider Hey how about a MG Midget?
Beautiful job. I’m sure with your skill set you could build a proper garage or carport to keep it out of the weather if you wanted. I’d keep it for at least the summer. A new video series is lurking in there somewhere!
Unfortunatey I dont have the space where I live. I am still looking to move and my only criteria is a huge garden where I can build a workshop. Despite all my headaches during this build, I'm already missing it. Ive now resorted to watching others on youtube restoring their cars 😆
Spectacular job mate. I enjoyed the complete build.
Thank you wayne. that means a lot to me
Loved this series, sad to see it end, but well done on a fantastic job. Let's hope those famous last words are going to come to fruition, I'm going to miss looking forward to the next installment. Best of luck with the sale. Thanks Johnny.
Hi Paul, I actually found it a bit sad as I was filming the last episode. I felt bad for the regular commenters who have been keeping me going with their kind words and support. You kind of build a little community around you when youre doing a series and then feel bad when its ended.
Rather a bittersweet ending to a fabulous series, Johnny. I loved watching you do this car with all the dissapointments, frustrations and small victories along the way. It's really a pity you can't hang on to it for a little while at least and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Somebody, somewhere is going to enjoy an amazing car. I hope they can appreciate what has gone in to producing it. Hopefully we will see you soon for your next "restoration". Cheers.
It could end up not selling. Theres a ton of these in the classifieds, so lots of competition. Its taxed and insured anyway so on the occasional sunny day I may take a drive up to my sons and take it out for a spin, especially if theres a classic car show.
Thank you for watching
Great series, enjoyed it. My TR is the same colour as yours. I'd love Keith's number.
I, glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching. The restoration was a real mission.
Happy to give you Keiths number but obviously I dont want to post it here. If you can work out a way for me to get it to you privately, It would be my pleasure to pass his number on.
Johnny
Will miss this - especially guessing which extremely loud noises will interfere with your voice 😀
Hahaha that was one of the negatives of filming in a working garage
I'm shocked after all that hard work that your going to sell that car . I heard your reason but you have to enjoy it a little good luck.
I did get it taxed and insured so I'm sure I will be taking it for the occasional spin before it goes
Well done Jonny it looks and sounds great
Do you think your guy would be interested in tuning my tr6 in kent ?
Hi Nick. Ive got no doubt he would. Hes from Medway so its not a million miles away from you. Have you still got my phone number?
Loved this series, GREAT JOB!!!4:45 '' YOU GET ON THE Motorway GO AT A CERTAIN SPEED, THEN FLOOR IT FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. THAT'S HOW YOU BLOW OUT THE BUILT-UP CARBON. IT'S LIKE US CLEARING OUR LUNGS AFTER A GOOD LAUGH, BECAUSE WE WATCHED ''SLEEPY-JOE'' SAY HE DIDN'T TAKE ANY BRIBES FROM THE chinese commies!
Hahahahaha I'll have to remember that 🤣