[Emlupi]

I just went out and hit them quickly with some Quik Glo so I could get a better look at the markings. With some proper elbow grease and the right process, they might clean up really well.

 

[Mick Barratt]

I just went out and hit them quickly with some Quik Glo so I could get a better look at the markings. With some proper elbow grease and the right process, they might clean up really well.

I did have some Dunlop rims rechromed by a supposedly reputable company, and depite being told not to, they polished out the makers name! I might as well have bought some of the decent quality pattern rims that are available.
If you can, rescue what you have!

 

[Emlupi]

That is definitely a concern, I will certainly do my best to preserve whatever original parts I can.

 

[speedrattle]

even if you rrplace things, throw the old parts in a box. you never know what might be fixable in another generation.

 

[DougK]

That looks like a West Coast 1965? Did it come with the tank rack fitted? I have a '65 T120C TT awaiting restoration and was unsure whether to fit the tank rack or not. Some people say that the racks were not fitted to the TT Specials, or were removed by the dealer prior to sale. It would be interesting to know if your's had it from new.

My 1964 T120C had 4x small rubber bungs where the screw holes were for the parcel rack..

 

[Emlupi]

So, I have begun to disassemble the TT in preparation for restoration. I started a project thread over on BritBike about this as well. I will come back and update here when I can. Probably going to be slow going and done as time allows. Here’s a few pictures of where it is. The Corbin-Gentry seat is a little worn but could certainly be refurbished and used as a nice period piece.
Next task is getting the engine out. Hope to have this accomplished in the next few weeks. Definitely want to get it out of there and inside before the cold weather sets in.

 

[Emlupi]

I will also add that the chainguard on these bikes is quite a diabolical contraption. I don’t know who designed it but they should call the engineering school they attended and ask for a refund. It was quite a Rubik’s cube to get out of there past the rear fender and wheel. I had to take the shock out to gain clearance to remove it. Maybe I am missing something, if so I would appreciate an education.

 

[Emlupi]

Got the engine out of the TT. The engine and frame are an oily, grimy mess. Looks like the contents of engine and oil tank slowly seeped out over the decades that this bike sat in the garage. Engine is out and on the bench.

 

[Mick Barratt]

Stops rust, anyhow!

 

[Emlupi]

That seems to be the general consensus.

 

[Emlupi]

Top end is off. I did a quick check of the pushrods for runout, all were less than .001”. Looks like the original 11.1:1 pistons. I will inspect the rest of the parts as time goes on. Right now just want to get everything disassembled and sorted. I will have many more questions as I progress.

 

[speedrattle]

I will also add that the chainguard on these bikes is quite a diabolical contraption. I don’t know who designed it but they should call the engineering school they attended and ask for a refund. It was quite a Rubik’s cube to get out of there past the rear fender and wheel. I had to take the shock out to gain clearance to remove it. Maybe I am missing something, if so I would appreciate an education.

you would feel better about the triumph chainguard if you also owned a BSA

 

[Emlupi]

you would feel better about the triumph chainguard if you also owned a BSA

Really? I find that hard to believe.

 

[speedrattle]

yes. BSAs are worse.

 

[Emlupi]

Engine is gutted, almost ready to split the cases. So far I haven’t seen anything alarming inside. I will be busy at work for the near future so progress will slow here for awhile. I will be back periodically with questions and seeking advice.

 

[GrandPaulZ]

Nice project!

 

[Emlupi]

This steering head nut seems to be an oddball. 5/8W is loose, 1/2W fits very snug with some light tapping. Tried to break it loose but no luck. Stopped to ask before going too far.
What is the proper way to loosen this hardware without doing damage? Thanks.

 

[Mick Barratt]

Notice that the nut is split, unless you are careful about which flats you use, otherwise you compress the nut. Best to use a socket.

 

[newsh]

Have you loosened the pinch bolt?

 

[Emlupi]

Yes, got it. Thanks for the reply. All set.