[Classic with family] Triumph 2000 /2500 / 2.5 British classic guide second part

The engine and the transmission are robust

The 6 -cylinder engine mounted on the Triumph 2000 series is durable.Whether it's cold or warm, it's normal to start a single shot.However, the fact that the startability was poor or the restless idling was known in Pi (Petrol Inject) as a weakness.

At that time, the fuel injection was a new technology, but now it can be set in high efficiency and run.He has all his experience, and the UK has a lot of knowledge specialty garages.If you set it well, you should be able to spend a fun owner life with PI.

Crankshaft is one of the few weak points as an engine.Slast bearing is good to replace early.If it gets worse, it will damage not only the crankshaft but also the engine block.Other than that, I would like to pay attention to general problems such as wear and overheating inside the engine.

The MT is robust with synchromesh all stages.Optional overdrive was attached to 3rd speed.Gentle high -speed cruising can be done with plenty of time.Borgwarner's AT also lasts for a relatively long time.The rebuild can be done cheaper than other units.

Deff fluid leaks and drive shafts are checked points.Especially in high horse power cars, the load may be large and vibrate.It seems that Datsan's drive shaft can be diverted.However, it is hard to notice just by driving normally.

Brakes work well if you do not neglect.The front is a disk type, and the rear is a drum type with a 44mm width shoe.

Points that are prone to malfunction

The inline six -cylinder engine is robust and reliable.It is also installed in other models, and those who still have parts in the UK.A point that you want to pay attention to overheats by the clogged radiator, misfire due to an exhaust valve defect, and internal wear.

The end float of the crankshaft is one of the weak points.Crankshaft slast washer is easy to wear.

In MK1, the head gasket is easily damaged.Knocking sound, unnatural vibration, oil leak can be assumed.I would like to see if there is no change in the movement of the pulley due to the clutch operation.In PI, fuel pumps are also weak points that are often overlooked.

An abnormal noise or vibration may come out of the sprine at the drive shaft end.It worsens due to wear, but can be repaired.I also want to pay attention to noise and fluid leaks from the rear differential.

Bushes can be replaced at a low price, but there are many.Leaked oil makes it easier to pain.If the bushs are crushed, the tightness will be eliminated.But polyurethane will be noticeable.

There are countless rusted parts, such as side sills, outrigger, floor bread, suspension arm area and spring, wheel arch, all pillars, the front and rear panels, the lower part of the door, the lower part of the door, the scuttle, and the hood hinge.

It is difficult to repair under the rear seat or above the trailing arm mount.I want to observe each part carefully.

The door wood trim is easily damaged by sunlight and moisture.Vinyl interior is durable, but nylon in the latter half is weak.In the case of MK1, it is difficult to find replacement parts for meters and switches.

Image Triumph 2000/2500/2.5 Saloon and station wagon in total