Poor little Triumph
Moppie
07-24-2001, 08:28 PM
Ment to replace the Famous TR6 the TR7 was a bit of a flop, and got relagated to being nothing more than a Girls car. Whats even sadder is that after the colapse of British Leyland Honda Introduced the Prelude into the UK badged as a Triumph TR model, poor TR7 got a short production run, and was then replaced by an even more Girly japanese car, its Heritage consisting of some of Brittens greatest sports cars was lost for ever.
Using a Monocoque chassis with a live axle at the back, and to start with no Option for a roadster the new TR7 was designed to be diffret from all that had gone before. Saddly it was a little to diffrent, It shared none of the classic styling cues that had been carried right through the TR range since the TR2, and was one of the first of the Wedge Shapes that would invade '80s car design.
It was also fitted with an underpower 4cylinder engine, and with a curb weight greater than its 6 cylinder powered father the TR6 it was also slower. People wondered at the point of buying a sports car that was slower then the previous model.
Sales were never strong, even after a Convertiable model was added to the line up. It was almost saved by the introduction of a Rover V8 to the frount end, but only a very limited number of Factory V8s were ever made before BL collapsed. Today however a favorite past time of many Triumph enthusists is using one of the avaliable kits to transform an ordinary TR7 into a much faster and slightly evil TR8, giving the car the sort of image and performance it should have had 20 years ago.
Using a Monocoque chassis with a live axle at the back, and to start with no Option for a roadster the new TR7 was designed to be diffret from all that had gone before. Saddly it was a little to diffrent, It shared none of the classic styling cues that had been carried right through the TR range since the TR2, and was one of the first of the Wedge Shapes that would invade '80s car design.
It was also fitted with an underpower 4cylinder engine, and with a curb weight greater than its 6 cylinder powered father the TR6 it was also slower. People wondered at the point of buying a sports car that was slower then the previous model.
Sales were never strong, even after a Convertiable model was added to the line up. It was almost saved by the introduction of a Rover V8 to the frount end, but only a very limited number of Factory V8s were ever made before BL collapsed. Today however a favorite past time of many Triumph enthusists is using one of the avaliable kits to transform an ordinary TR7 into a much faster and slightly evil TR8, giving the car the sort of image and performance it should have had 20 years ago.
Mister-Infinity
08-27-2001, 05:41 PM
anyway here is a pic....
Hudson
08-28-2001, 12:04 AM
I don't remember this "Triumph-badged Prelude." The TR8 (V8-powered TR7) was the last of the series. The Triumph badge continued for a few years with the Triumph Acclaim (Honda Ballade/Civic), but I don't recall a Prelude based model.
Triumph, along with a few hundred (okay, more like a dozen) brand names, was put in storage. British Leyland became Austin Rover, which became Rover, which was absorbed by BMW. BMW sold Rover to a private firm in early 2000 and it was renamed MG Rover. The Triumph badge, however, still belongs to BMW along with the Mini brand.
It could rise again.
Triumph, along with a few hundred (okay, more like a dozen) brand names, was put in storage. British Leyland became Austin Rover, which became Rover, which was absorbed by BMW. BMW sold Rover to a private firm in early 2000 and it was renamed MG Rover. The Triumph badge, however, still belongs to BMW along with the Mini brand.
It could rise again.
Moppie
08-28-2001, 05:53 AM
Originally posted by Hudson
It could rise again.
But will it ever be the same? I doubt it, as Great is BMW is, the whole phillosphy behind Triumph died in the late 70s with British leyland, and it can never be recovered. :(
Thanks for adding the pic :D
Iv seen pics on the net of the Preludes badged as Triumphs, and I know several ex Brits who all claim to have seen them. But they wern't common.
It could rise again.
But will it ever be the same? I doubt it, as Great is BMW is, the whole phillosphy behind Triumph died in the late 70s with British leyland, and it can never be recovered. :(
Thanks for adding the pic :D
Iv seen pics on the net of the Preludes badged as Triumphs, and I know several ex Brits who all claim to have seen them. But they wern't common.
Hudson
08-28-2001, 10:05 AM
After a brief search of the `net, I found nothing more than I already believed to be true. One site actually claimed that the Acclaim was the last Triumph-badged car when it was introduced in 1981. I found nothing to lead me to believe that there were any other Triumph models introduced after the TR7/8.
Hudson
08-29-2001, 09:51 AM
If you could, please post a link to any picture of this car...because I can't find a Triumph "Prelude".
If BMW were to revive Triumph, it couldn't be any worse than what British Leyland did to it. A 1981 Honda Civic is hardly a Triumph. BMW's got too much on their plate currently, but if this nostalgia thing keeps going, who knows. BMW has discussed (in the past) reviving Austin Healey (I still don't know that they have the rights to the "Healey" part of the name) and Triumph. They've already revived (ok, so it wasn't completely dead) Mini.
If BMW were to revive Triumph, it couldn't be any worse than what British Leyland did to it. A 1981 Honda Civic is hardly a Triumph. BMW's got too much on their plate currently, but if this nostalgia thing keeps going, who knows. BMW has discussed (in the past) reviving Austin Healey (I still don't know that they have the rights to the "Healey" part of the name) and Triumph. They've already revived (ok, so it wasn't completely dead) Mini.
Moppie
08-31-2001, 08:31 PM
This is one of those cool discusions that can go on for ever. :D
One of the things in my mind that make the old britsh cars so great, is the people who designed and built them, and the attitudes and philosophys of the companys they worked for.
Its what make the MGTF a delicate little sports car, and the TR6 a more grunty handfull. OR the P6 Rover a technical experiment that succeded (but looked ugly) and the Triump 2500TC A perfect combination of new and old tech. (disc brakes, independant rear suspension, all alloy gearbox, but old style overdrive instead of 5spd and an engine from the early 50s)
After BL got involved not only did the people change, but the company philosopy changed, the whole motivation behind the cars was lost.
Unless that can be ressurected (And I believe Honda has some of the right attitudes and produce's cars with a similar spirit, e.g. my 160hp 1600cc Civic, or the old S600 or the new S2000) then anything more is just badge enginering. Iv yet to see a new Mini in the flesh, and I will do my best to drive one, but I get the feeling its really nothing more than a Brillant marketing exercise, and an appeal to nostalga, much like the new Beattle.
There is a certain asthetics behind a car, and it would be quite a challange to recreate that, once it is lost.
One of the things in my mind that make the old britsh cars so great, is the people who designed and built them, and the attitudes and philosophys of the companys they worked for.
Its what make the MGTF a delicate little sports car, and the TR6 a more grunty handfull. OR the P6 Rover a technical experiment that succeded (but looked ugly) and the Triump 2500TC A perfect combination of new and old tech. (disc brakes, independant rear suspension, all alloy gearbox, but old style overdrive instead of 5spd and an engine from the early 50s)
After BL got involved not only did the people change, but the company philosopy changed, the whole motivation behind the cars was lost.
Unless that can be ressurected (And I believe Honda has some of the right attitudes and produce's cars with a similar spirit, e.g. my 160hp 1600cc Civic, or the old S600 or the new S2000) then anything more is just badge enginering. Iv yet to see a new Mini in the flesh, and I will do my best to drive one, but I get the feeling its really nothing more than a Brillant marketing exercise, and an appeal to nostalga, much like the new Beattle.
There is a certain asthetics behind a car, and it would be quite a challange to recreate that, once it is lost.
dejoux
09-13-2001, 10:53 AM
Originally posted by Hudson
. BMW has discussed (in the past) reviving Austin Healey (I still don't know that they have the rights to the "Healey" part of the name)
They do have the rights to Austin Healey.
Healey is still owned by the Healey family and is still in production somwhere in the UK making kits that look like Frog eye sprites and technically these are as much a healey as a silverstone or any other model.
BMW cannot make a healey sports car but they can make an austin healey sportscar. I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
. BMW has discussed (in the past) reviving Austin Healey (I still don't know that they have the rights to the "Healey" part of the name)
They do have the rights to Austin Healey.
Healey is still owned by the Healey family and is still in production somwhere in the UK making kits that look like Frog eye sprites and technically these are as much a healey as a silverstone or any other model.
BMW cannot make a healey sports car but they can make an austin healey sportscar. I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
Moppie
09-13-2001, 07:56 PM
Originally posted by dejoux
I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
There were rummors that BMW were talking about giving the Z3 a Triumph name badge.
Would have been intresting, but only the 6cyl cars really deserve the name. The 4cly cars are to much of a girls car, and so more suited to the MG name. :D
I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
There were rummors that BMW were talking about giving the Z3 a Triumph name badge.
Would have been intresting, but only the 6cyl cars really deserve the name. The 4cly cars are to much of a girls car, and so more suited to the MG name. :D
dejoux
09-13-2001, 09:57 PM
Originally posted by Moppie
The 4cly cars are to much of a girls car, and so more suited to the MG name. :D
Oi you NO!!:mad:
yeah the Z3 would make a good Triumph, more of a high speed tourer than a real sports car
The 4cly cars are to much of a girls car, and so more suited to the MG name. :D
Oi you NO!!:mad:
yeah the Z3 would make a good Triumph, more of a high speed tourer than a real sports car
Hudson
09-14-2001, 11:08 AM
Originally posted by dejoux
They do have the rights to Austin Healey.
Healey is still owned by the Healey family and is still in production somwhere in the UK making kits that look like Frog eye sprites and technically these are as much a healey as a silverstone or any other model.
BMW cannot make a healey sports car but they can make an austin healey sportscar. I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
I don't believe this to be true. The Healey family does (as far as I know) own the rights to the "Healey" name for cars and the "Healey" replicar sold in England is not associated with the family but does use their permission for use of the name.
"Austin-Healey" is a co-branded name and, as far as I know, need the permission of the Healey family. When the final Sprites rolled off the assembly line, the "Healey" name was removed and the cars were sold as "Austin Sprites." The same thing happened during for the final versions of the "Jensen-Healey" when they were sold as Jensen GTs.
BMW may own the rights to "Austin" and could prevent anyone else from using the "Austin-Healey" brand, but I don't believe that BMW has jurisdiction over the use of "Healey" in that name. This may have changed since Donald Healey's death a few years back or the Healey Estate may have sold the rights of "Austin-Healey" to BMW (this latter one I wouldn't have a problem believing). But these things would have had to occur in the recent past.
They do have the rights to Austin Healey.
Healey is still owned by the Healey family and is still in production somwhere in the UK making kits that look like Frog eye sprites and technically these are as much a healey as a silverstone or any other model.
BMW cannot make a healey sports car but they can make an austin healey sportscar. I think they have enough on their plate and the moment and at least in the short term this will not happen. especially since it would be in direct competition with their Z3 and Z8 models
I don't believe this to be true. The Healey family does (as far as I know) own the rights to the "Healey" name for cars and the "Healey" replicar sold in England is not associated with the family but does use their permission for use of the name.
"Austin-Healey" is a co-branded name and, as far as I know, need the permission of the Healey family. When the final Sprites rolled off the assembly line, the "Healey" name was removed and the cars were sold as "Austin Sprites." The same thing happened during for the final versions of the "Jensen-Healey" when they were sold as Jensen GTs.
BMW may own the rights to "Austin" and could prevent anyone else from using the "Austin-Healey" brand, but I don't believe that BMW has jurisdiction over the use of "Healey" in that name. This may have changed since Donald Healey's death a few years back or the Healey Estate may have sold the rights of "Austin-Healey" to BMW (this latter one I wouldn't have a problem believing). But these things would have had to occur in the recent past.
poop
05-04-2003, 05:32 PM
you ppl are talking the TR7 down so much, i looked at that car as a challange, and when you run 11.89 1/4 miles in a TR7 with the origonal 4 banger (except for new cam, pistons, and a few other *minor things ;) Plus there that huge engine bay intended for a v8 that you have room to fit all kinds of toys, set up your ecu ( an imb think pad 133mhz that you picked up for 50 bucks, that controls all the toys that the TR7 otherwise couldn't, not to mention tha the tr7 for all the trash that gets talked about it, handles better than(again about 500$ woth of suspenson upgrades)*some BMW production cars. so why not pick yourself up a TR7 for 600USD throw in about 3000-6000USD of mods, and you got a car that will take on any f-body car out there. If there is anyone you there that thinks their car can out run and out handle my tubbed little beauty, id like to hear about it....oh yeah, if you didnt build/rebuild it yourself its not your car. anyone can buy performance, not everyone can make it.
Moppie
05-04-2003, 11:08 PM
An 11sec TR7? :eek: :eek:
NICE! :ylsuper
You have to admit that in standard form the 4cly cars were a let down when compared to they TRs that went before them, but like the previous cars and like most triumphs there was lots of room for imporvment.
Have you got any pics of your beast?
And could you enlighten us a little more on exactly what you did to it?
NICE! :ylsuper
You have to admit that in standard form the 4cly cars were a let down when compared to they TRs that went before them, but like the previous cars and like most triumphs there was lots of room for imporvment.
Have you got any pics of your beast?
And could you enlighten us a little more on exactly what you did to it?
Hudson
05-05-2003, 01:44 PM
The engine bay can fit a V8, but not much more than the 3.5L V8 they put in them (TR8). If you're doing work on the four-cylinder, you should know that it's related to the Saab four-cylinder offered in the 1970-1980s. Parts MAY interchange and that would allow you to turbocharge it cheaply. If you're swapping engines, the OHV V8 used in Land Rover/Range Rovers is an upgraded version of the TR8 engine and allows for up to 220 reliable horsepower in stock trim.
Kiddo
10-14-2003, 06:10 PM
Well, I haven't started yet but you may have heard tell of successful conversions to a v6 taurus SHO engine for the little guy. That's my plan as of now. I'll be doing that before I start the usual volley of restoration chores. Toss on a handful of exhaust/suspension/intake mods and I'm done. Heh, wish me luck.
-Jeff
-Jeff
TRishaTR
10-17-2003, 09:04 AM
I've heard of this conversion, but it's not very common and almost unheard of here in the UK. Is this the same/similar to that pushed by Johns Cars in Dallas? I'd love to know how you get on.... and if you wish to submit the tale (and pics) on the TR7 websiteTriumphTR7.com (http://www.triumphtr7.com) (No.1 ranked by google :biggrin: - if searching for 'triumph tr7' and No.2 if it's 'tr7' :smile: ).
Oh and of course I am biased... the TR7 is cool :smokin: , not the fastest and it's certainly a love/hate. And please everyone scrap their FHC and convert their poxy 2.0l 4 cylinders to something bigger cuz that'll make mine really unique :evillol:
Oh and of course I am biased... the TR7 is cool :smokin: , not the fastest and it's certainly a love/hate. And please everyone scrap their FHC and convert their poxy 2.0l 4 cylinders to something bigger cuz that'll make mine really unique :evillol:
Kiddo
10-17-2003, 09:46 AM
Well, I'm not sure if the SHO idea will take off but it's still on the drawing board. A friend of mine mentioned that another good option might be a 3.8 liter pontiac v6 w/ supercharger.
Then again, everyone's trying to convince my to just restore it and not modify because "it will be more valuable". I'm trying to decide whether or not I care how 'valuable' it is. So I'll probably be doing the cosmetic stuff first while I waffle over whether or not to keep the mechanicals stock.
-Jeff
Then again, everyone's trying to convince my to just restore it and not modify because "it will be more valuable". I'm trying to decide whether or not I care how 'valuable' it is. So I'll probably be doing the cosmetic stuff first while I waffle over whether or not to keep the mechanicals stock.
-Jeff
Moppie
10-18-2003, 06:20 PM
Well, I haven't started yet but you may have heard tell of successful conversions to a v6 taurus SHO engine for the little guy.
Would make an interesting swap, but isnt the SHO engine the Mazda/Yamaha engine? and so only ever used in FWD?
A conversion to RWD is of course possible, but finding a g/box and or adaptor plate that will take it could be a real challange.
The 3.8L Pontiac/Buick/Holden V6 would be a far better choice, especialy the later generation engines if you can be bothered with the Electronics (the early engines make excellent power on a Holley carb however). I saw one in a Reliant Schimatar the other day, for such a big capacity engine its surprisingly compact, and will easily make more hp than the Rover V8.
Would make an interesting swap, but isnt the SHO engine the Mazda/Yamaha engine? and so only ever used in FWD?
A conversion to RWD is of course possible, but finding a g/box and or adaptor plate that will take it could be a real challange.
The 3.8L Pontiac/Buick/Holden V6 would be a far better choice, especialy the later generation engines if you can be bothered with the Electronics (the early engines make excellent power on a Holley carb however). I saw one in a Reliant Schimatar the other day, for such a big capacity engine its surprisingly compact, and will easily make more hp than the Rover V8.
Brook Cely
11-20-2003, 11:51 AM
Would make an interesting swap, but isnt the SHO engine the Mazda/Yamaha engine? and so only ever used in FWD?
A conversion to RWD is of course possible, but finding a g/box and or adaptor plate that will take it could be a real challange.
The 3.8L Pontiac/Buick/Holden V6 would be a far better choice, especialy the later generation engines if you can be bothered with the Electronics (the early engines make excellent power on a Holley carb however). I saw one in a Reliant Schimatar the other day, for such a big capacity engine its surprisingly compact, and will easily make more hp than the Rover V8.
I am now doing a change-over to my TR7 to a 231(3.8L) Buick V6. In the US there are so many 231's and so many performance upgrades available that it was a no brainier for me. The value of the Original TR7 is so low that it can't hurt to change it over. The motor I'm building for my TR7 will produce around 235HP and will be a rocket in disguise. I look forward the chance to drive my TR7 with the power it should have had from the beginning. I have seen a few web pages about the SHO change-over and while it has been done it was difficult, expensive, and required a lot of custom fabrication. If you don't have the cash and the skills, don't try that one!!! John's Cars sells some great kits for change-overs for all types of cars. I recommend that you do a lot of research and consider you goals for the car, the budget you have available, and your own ability before you begin. The transformation of a front drive engine will be a big challenge. You should look for a rear drive that will meet your needs first. Even the 231ci Turbo from The Buick Grand National will fit!!! (That would be scary).
Good luck
A conversion to RWD is of course possible, but finding a g/box and or adaptor plate that will take it could be a real challange.
The 3.8L Pontiac/Buick/Holden V6 would be a far better choice, especialy the later generation engines if you can be bothered with the Electronics (the early engines make excellent power on a Holley carb however). I saw one in a Reliant Schimatar the other day, for such a big capacity engine its surprisingly compact, and will easily make more hp than the Rover V8.
I am now doing a change-over to my TR7 to a 231(3.8L) Buick V6. In the US there are so many 231's and so many performance upgrades available that it was a no brainier for me. The value of the Original TR7 is so low that it can't hurt to change it over. The motor I'm building for my TR7 will produce around 235HP and will be a rocket in disguise. I look forward the chance to drive my TR7 with the power it should have had from the beginning. I have seen a few web pages about the SHO change-over and while it has been done it was difficult, expensive, and required a lot of custom fabrication. If you don't have the cash and the skills, don't try that one!!! John's Cars sells some great kits for change-overs for all types of cars. I recommend that you do a lot of research and consider you goals for the car, the budget you have available, and your own ability before you begin. The transformation of a front drive engine will be a big challenge. You should look for a rear drive that will meet your needs first. Even the 231ci Turbo from The Buick Grand National will fit!!! (That would be scary).
Good luck
speed_racer_16v
12-22-2003, 06:00 PM
TR7 mods:
I've heard of a TR7 with a Jag V12 shoehorned in - tended to break traction in any gear!!
And lets not forget those few factory TR7 Sprints with the 16v head - still not as good as a Dolomite Sprint, but that's my personal opinion : )
I've heard of a TR7 with a Jag V12 shoehorned in - tended to break traction in any gear!!
And lets not forget those few factory TR7 Sprints with the 16v head - still not as good as a Dolomite Sprint, but that's my personal opinion : )
Adamsindrey
04-02-2005, 05:24 PM
i thoguht it was just the rally tr7s tht got the sprint engine?
Your rite on there! Im gonna get myslef a dolly sprint one day, got a dolly 1300 at the mo! :smokin:
Your rite on there! Im gonna get myslef a dolly sprint one day, got a dolly 1300 at the mo! :smokin:
bryan the every
12-01-2005, 01:16 AM
im currently doing a engine swap with a TR7 and a buick.
the engine to my TR7 died earlier this year in august with a blown head gasket. rather then fix it, i decided to go purchase a new 4.1 buick grand national motor to drop in, along with a camero tranny for a mere 300 bucks.
i've been working on the engine swap for the past 3 months with my dad and its progressing quite well. im very eager to see how this sleeper will preform.
here are some pictures.
the engine: you can actually see the old TR7 engine in the backround.
http://www.shanehillman.com/engine04.jpg
the car: which needs some body work, but hey, makes for a better sleeper.
http://www.shanehillman.com/TR7.jpg
the engine to my TR7 died earlier this year in august with a blown head gasket. rather then fix it, i decided to go purchase a new 4.1 buick grand national motor to drop in, along with a camero tranny for a mere 300 bucks.
i've been working on the engine swap for the past 3 months with my dad and its progressing quite well. im very eager to see how this sleeper will preform.
here are some pictures.
the engine: you can actually see the old TR7 engine in the backround.
http://www.shanehillman.com/engine04.jpg
the car: which needs some body work, but hey, makes for a better sleeper.
http://www.shanehillman.com/TR7.jpg
Moppie
12-16-2005, 03:59 AM
Very cool swap, thats a big hunk of Iron to stick in the front, let us know how the swap goes.
I wonder what sort of brake parts they used on the TR7.
The beauty of most of the other Triumph models was the commonality of most of the front suspenion parts, its quire easy to fit 2500TC front brakes to a spitfire for example.
But the TR7 came from a differnt generation of cars?
I wonder what sort of brake parts they used on the TR7.
The beauty of most of the other Triumph models was the commonality of most of the front suspenion parts, its quire easy to fit 2500TC front brakes to a spitfire for example.
But the TR7 came from a differnt generation of cars?
bryan the every
12-16-2005, 01:02 PM
things are going pretty great.
we're just about to wrap it up this weekend. we have the left exhaust to fabricate and then just gotta wire everything up.
heres another photo.
http://www.shanehillman.com/engine01.jpg
we're just about to wrap it up this weekend. we have the left exhaust to fabricate and then just gotta wire everything up.
heres another photo.
http://www.shanehillman.com/engine01.jpg
AngryMonkey
03-08-2006, 11:22 PM
I currently own and are builing up (i woldnt say restoring) two TR-7'S a coupe and a convertible. The rag top i have near finished, i put a souped up Mazda rx7 turbocharged rotary into it. I have also discovered that you can take away that wedge shape by removing the bumpers and put on a costme made fiberglass airdamn side and rear skits, kinda pricey but defenitly inproves the looks. Gives it a near modern look. Now the coupe i plan on putting a 5 speed supercharged EFI 347 stroker (from my wrecked 88 tbird) into it. I wondering is the any good front and rear end replacements for this carid realy like to get away from th four bolt drive train and put a five bolt system and a fuly independent rearend. Whats out there that small enough to fit but strong enough to hold up to near 500 h.p
foolishdreamer
05-08-2006, 09:54 AM
I have a 1980 TR7, and I just need a throttle linkage/assembly, mine came without it. Can anybody help me?
dustin7837
10-12-2006, 11:38 PM
Hey guys, just found this forum.
About 3 or 4 years ago I bought a 1976 triumph Tr7 with the body and interior in semi decent shape, got it cheap!
Thing is, it has a toyota 18-RG 16v with double twin solex mikuni carbs. This engine can rev Crazy high, but it has some valve issues, and from what I have researched, you need special shims to set the valves and I cant locate any in north america.
I am just going to start a nissan rb20DET (205hp) swap into my MG midget, but once that's done I plan to do a swap for the TR7
SO, I am just wondering what the best engine would be for this car? I love the handleing of this thing, it drifts corners so nicely!
I have a chevy 350 4 bolt main sitting on my garage floor, freshly rebuilt, but 350's are heavy and only push about 180 hp and 200 something ft/lbs. So I was thinking about a lighter, more powerful fuel injected engine.
Maybe another SR20DET like my MG is getting, but I was thinking a nissan RB25DET would be sweet! Inline 6, 265hp turbo w/ 5 speed.
Has anyone seen an engine swap in a TR7 with a fuel injected engine?
About 3 or 4 years ago I bought a 1976 triumph Tr7 with the body and interior in semi decent shape, got it cheap!
Thing is, it has a toyota 18-RG 16v with double twin solex mikuni carbs. This engine can rev Crazy high, but it has some valve issues, and from what I have researched, you need special shims to set the valves and I cant locate any in north america.
I am just going to start a nissan rb20DET (205hp) swap into my MG midget, but once that's done I plan to do a swap for the TR7
SO, I am just wondering what the best engine would be for this car? I love the handleing of this thing, it drifts corners so nicely!
I have a chevy 350 4 bolt main sitting on my garage floor, freshly rebuilt, but 350's are heavy and only push about 180 hp and 200 something ft/lbs. So I was thinking about a lighter, more powerful fuel injected engine.
Maybe another SR20DET like my MG is getting, but I was thinking a nissan RB25DET would be sweet! Inline 6, 265hp turbo w/ 5 speed.
Has anyone seen an engine swap in a TR7 with a fuel injected engine?
Adamsindrey
10-13-2006, 05:24 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=py0Njf5o9dE
Cossy engine anyone? Thats a Triumph Dolomite btw, fitted with a 700hp Cosworth YB engine. :grinyes:
Cossy engine anyone? Thats a Triumph Dolomite btw, fitted with a 700hp Cosworth YB engine. :grinyes:
GRNDSM
11-30-2006, 11:19 PM
Well guys, V8 is not the only option for waking up a TR7. This my idea of using original displacement (2.0L) 4 banger… ;)
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/12/web/2472000-2472999/2472999_1_full.jpg
More info here:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2472999
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/12/web/2472000-2472999/2472999_1_full.jpg
More info here:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2472999
TR7rebuild
06-01-2009, 01:53 AM
Recently I was left a 1976 Triumph TR7, from my father before he passed this year. The car needs alot of work, the engine is shot some minor body damage and the like. I live in a small town and there are an abudance of Chevy 350 small blocks here and I have found that it would fit inside the TR7. My problem is I haven't been able to find any information on converting to this. I know everyone says Rover or Buick but with the ease of getting the 350 I would like to go to that. Can anyone help, is there someone out there that has completed this?
mike7029
07-20-2009, 09:25 AM
I am preasently putting a 4.3 vortec with a 700r4 in my 78 tr-7 and am just getting started and have a few questons of my own i hope we can help eachother out. The issue I am having right now like you is the motor mounts and where the best place to put them would be. And dealing with the clearance for the carb and the distibutor any help would be great.
Recently I was left a 1976 Triumph TR7, from my father before he passed this year. The car needs alot of work, the engine is shot some minor body damage and the like. I live in a small town and there are an abudance of Chevy 350 small blocks here and I have found that it would fit inside the TR7. My problem is I haven't been able to find any information on converting to this. I know everyone says Rover or Buick but with the ease of getting the 350 I would like to go to that. Can anyone help, is there someone out there that has completed this?
Recently I was left a 1976 Triumph TR7, from my father before he passed this year. The car needs alot of work, the engine is shot some minor body damage and the like. I live in a small town and there are an abudance of Chevy 350 small blocks here and I have found that it would fit inside the TR7. My problem is I haven't been able to find any information on converting to this. I know everyone says Rover or Buick but with the ease of getting the 350 I would like to go to that. Can anyone help, is there someone out there that has completed this?
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