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by EdCallo
Wed Aug 16, 2023 6:23 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Lowering TC?
Replies: 12
Views: 8494

Re: Lowering TC?

Just a little info. Almost everyone that races a TC has lowering blocks on the front with no known issues. Once you remove the front fenders and bonnet sides you will need 1/4" blocks min just to get back to normal right height.
by EdCallo
Thu Dec 15, 2022 5:31 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: MG TA internal engine parts
Replies: 7
Views: 1683

Re: MG TA internal engine parts

When rebuilding an old motor (not MG) years ago, I found it was cheaper to have custom pistons made then buying from the usual vendors.

Ed
by EdCallo
Thu Dec 08, 2022 5:49 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC bonnet needed
Replies: 5
Views: 1511

Re: TC bonnet needed

Ok, I will gather the parts up this weekend and send you a photo of what I have. Will get the measurements also.

The custom fitting is what I have heard also.

Ed
by EdCallo
Mon Dec 05, 2022 4:39 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC bonnet needed
Replies: 5
Views: 1511

Re: TC bonnet needed

I have the sides panels off my race TC which are not used on the race car and top sections from another car. I have never put then side by side to see if they match (reportedly not all the bonnets left the factory the same length). If you are interested I will get them in one place and check. You wo...
by EdCallo
Mon Oct 31, 2022 8:52 am
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: Need TC windscreen frame and hood frame
Replies: 3
Views: 4142

Re: Need TC windscreen frame and hood frame

You can email me at recon6060@aol.com. We can talk by phone once I check the stuff out and I see the current condition

Ed
by EdCallo
Mon Oct 31, 2022 6:04 am
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: Need TC windscreen frame and hood frame
Replies: 3
Views: 4142

Re: Need TC windscreen frame and hood frame

Believe I have both of what you are looking for. But will have to check number of bows on hood frame. Note, both items will be in need of restoration as from an old project car and sitting in shed for years.

Ed
by EdCallo
Mon Oct 31, 2022 6:00 am
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: Spare tire holder - Tool box lid
Replies: 2
Views: 4165

Re: Spare tire holder - Tool box lid

Rod,

No problem shipping to western Canada. Yes, I can take Paypal. You can send me address to my email: recon6060@aol.com and I will figure out shipping.

Ed
by EdCallo
Wed Oct 26, 2022 4:38 am
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: Spare tire holder - Tool box lid
Replies: 2
Views: 4165

Spare tire holder - Tool box lid

TC spare tire holder with spinner. Badge is not in great shape $85 - see photo. Tool box lid. Will need to be prepped and repainted but if you want an original, this is it. $20.

Time to start to clear out excess MG stuff. More to come.

Ed Callo
Shelton, CT
by EdCallo
Mon May 16, 2022 7:21 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Rocker Assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1052

Re: Rocker Assembly

Shim are for when you cut the head to keep the alignment of the rockers correct. Not needed on a un-cut or mild cut head
by EdCallo
Thu May 12, 2022 4:41 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Rocker Assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1052

Re: Rocker Assembly

It could also be the brand of oil you are using. How long since last change. I had a car that would have great oil pressure after I changed it. But in a few months it would start to drop when hot. Changed the brand of oil I was using and problem solved.

Ed
by EdCallo
Tue Apr 26, 2022 4:19 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: I can remove the pump aceite without remove or move from place the engine?
Replies: 12
Views: 1299

Re: I can remove the pump aceite without remove or move from place the engine?

You can remove the pump by lifting the front of the engine. I have done it. The flexible lines that were sold on Ebay are junk and will cause a drop in oil pressure. The hole in the fitting is only 1/8". If you want to use the flexible lines get them from "From the Frame Up". They are quality and wo...
by EdCallo
Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:24 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Transmission front seal
Replies: 4
Views: 615

Re: Transmission front seal

Put the new seal in over the weekend, Was easier then I though as having never taken a bellhouse off the the trans in over 40 years working on TC's didn't know the seal was in the bellhousing, Which means I put sealant between the bell housing and transmission as seal only prevents oil from getting ...
by EdCallo
Thu Mar 24, 2022 7:28 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Transmission front seal
Replies: 4
Views: 615

Re: Transmission front seal

Well as mine is leaking, it most be a modern one in there now.

Funny thing is I took it about as rear of engine is leaking and I expected to see the clutch etc. covered in oil. But is was all really clean. Guess all the oil just runs out the hole with the cotter pin
by EdCallo
Mon Mar 21, 2022 8:14 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Transmission front seal
Replies: 4
Views: 615

Transmission front seal

Took car apart to replace clutch. Front seal on transmission is leaking a little. Can I remove the bell housing and replace the seal without taking the transmission apart. I am thinking so, but figured I would ask.

Ed
by EdCallo
Tue Nov 16, 2021 12:29 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: MGTC gearbox
Replies: 3
Views: 546

Re: MGTC gearbox

The TC box is the preferred box for racing a T series. So TD folks buy them up to replace the TD box.
by EdCallo
Tue Nov 16, 2021 9:46 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 8 inch Headlights
Replies: 86
Views: 9061

Re: 8 inch Headlights

Reflectors I have are from a TC. Don't know if the same or not
by EdCallo
Tue Nov 16, 2021 9:46 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 8 inch Headlights
Replies: 86
Views: 9061

Re: 8 inch Headlights

Reflectors I have are from a TC. Don't know if the same or not
by EdCallo
Sat Nov 06, 2021 11:39 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 8 inch Headlights
Replies: 86
Views: 9061

Re: 8 inch Headlights

I have a pair of reflectors in need of restoration if interested.

Ed Callo
CT - USA
by EdCallo
Sun Jul 12, 2020 4:59 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Installing Main Bearings
Replies: 9
Views: 1909

Re: Installing Main Bearings

You may be in for a surprise. The big end of the rods will not fit down the piston bore. I push the pistons through without the rings on from the bottom side. Install the crank. Put the rings on the piston and push down to connect to the crank. Others have worked pistons past the crank from the bott...
by EdCallo
Wed Jul 01, 2020 10:35 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC sump baffles
Replies: 5
Views: 1259

Re: TC sump baffles

What I found was that the TC oil pickup is too high off the bottom of the pan. I modified my TC pickup to use a TD pickup I got from Bob G. so I was able to use all the oil in the pan. Also added a baffle. Have pictures somewhere but not sure. On a phone? In a camera? On a computer? If I come across...