New project! Triumph TR6: how rusty is it?!

[@billgaytes6845]

Powdercoating, you'll regret that later. once the coating is breached the water gets underneath and travels along undetected and the whole thing rusts under that lovely black finish. Powdercoating is only any good when coupled with a proper rust protection treatment like phosphating or galvanizing. If you think I don't know what I'm talking about ask any TVR owner how the powdercoating on their chassis is working out.

[@Mr.-Wint]

But you are one of the very few that knows what you're talking about, - powder coating is so tempting to do, - only, - it really is totally unsuitable where moisture may occur!

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thanks for your comments guys and I know the story of the rust problems on TVRs and have seen it first hand due to powder coating. This TR6 will be used but mainly in dry summer conditions and not in salty winter conditions. Also not used as regularly as it would have been when it was new. Thanks for your input and keep the comments coming. Jamie

[@indyme2]

Solid. Will follow along with this build.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thanks you 😊

[@cheftush]

Looks like a fun project. I’ll be following along. Cheers, Tush

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thank you. I'm really looking forward to bringing it back on the road. Jamie

[@jimconklin8040]

Before you say it is not too bad, pull off the inner rocker cover carpets. The TR6 is a great looker, but was designed poorly because the did not use any inner fender material to keep the elements from getting between the layers where the metal was not painted. Salt or dirt got to creep between the layers and eventually find areas where it could eat the metal away. Even if the vehicle is not going to be driven in the rain, rain will find the car when not expected. Consider wheel arch protectors, I bought them from Rimmer, but have yet to install them. From what I could see, the floors look real good, but pay attention to where they attach to the foot-well at the forward end. Check the battery tray as they are notorious for rusting, also the vertical panel behind the battery and the fresh air plenum just above it. Good luck with the TR6 project I will follow the progress.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Hahaha they're always worse than you expect when they return from blasting. This is a great tip and will look into inner fenders or even fabricate some myself. There are lots of dirt traps on these cars. Jamie

[@martinwarner1178]

First time on your site, like it, and really like the TR6 project. Peace and goodwill.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thank you for your kind words. Hope you enjoy the progress. Jamie

[@tommaples9174]

What caught my eye is the overdrive transmission. Bronze yellow. Great color 👍

[@jamiedowson6482]

Yes the colour is fantastic and good bonus to have overdrive

[@markspindler1671]

Love the TR6, great project. Now persuade Ollie to put it back to its original colour - Yellow. You know it makes sense. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

All TR6s and Stags are required to be repainted at least once in a different colour, and Yellow is generally involved one way or another…

[@jamiedowson6482]

He seems to be on board which is great!!! Jamie

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

The car looks like an early one so it should definitely go back to the Saffron yellow... classic colour only used for a few years in the early 70s on TR6, Spitfire MkIV, maybe GT6 Mk3 but most importantly the Stag used in Diamonds are Forever ! The car looks like it has the original narrow TR5-style steel wheels so it would look fantastic in the stainless steel Rostyle wheeltrims if you can find some !@@jamiedowson6482

[@tracywellsted4349]

What a lovely old car, can't wait to see the progress 😊

[@jamiedowson6482]

She will be a beauty once more after so many years off the road. But a long way off still.

[@philpoole5670]

Love the TR6 absolute classic

[@jamiedowson6482]

I've always like them. Jamie

[@skyll4141]

lovely old car

[@jamiedowson6482]

It will be fantastic to see it back on the road after such a long time 😊

[@spellacy29]

That's a project. Looking forward to seeing your progress 😊

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thank you so much. Its a long road ahead 😊

[@1971V12]

Nice project, looks like Saffron👍👍

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thanks for you input. Jamie

[@johndavey72]

Leave the tub on the chassis . It's the perfect jig ! If my tub and chassis had been this good l would have been a very happy bunny ! The colour is Saffron , a very elegant colour lt also has the Lucas metering unit , very rare as almost all were replaced with Bosch units . I had a 1970 2.5 pi saloon in the day and it never gave me any problems and wiped the pants off my brothers TR6 ! ( His was the later CR model which only produced 127 bhp . My saloon had the earlier CP engine and although detuned from the 150 bhp of the early 6 it still produced 137 bhp . Join the TR Register , you'll find a lot of what you need . And restoring my very rusty '66 "e" type has been a doddle compared to the 6 Cheers !

[@jamiedowson6482]

That's great!! This is a 1972 year model and I definitely think it should go back to its original colour and with a few upgrades and tweeks. The engine will be rebuilt with some upgrades for sure. Jamie

[@stephengirling7859]

I think the yellow is saffron. I had a mk5 Spitfire the same colour. IMO the 6 was the best TR. Just subbed.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Yes going by the comments is seems to be saffron yellow. Awesome colour. Jamie

[@zekehanscom5869]

Colour Code 54 Saffron Yellow, Colour Code 94 Inca Yellow. Get these numbers from the VIN plate in the Driver's door well. Don't forget to reinforce the weak points on the chassis when the body is off before painting / powder coating.

[@bernardwarr4187]

Weld door bars and brace across before removing body please

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thanks so much for the colour codes. Were a way away from paint but this helps a lot.

[@jamiedowson6482]

I will shim the body to fit the doors and new wings so all good. Thanks Jamie

[@DenisEdwards-ls2de]

They all Basket Cases. It depends how much money you want to put into it. Personaly id weld up what you got. A quick scuff with some sand paper and bondo. And shoot some paint on it. And then go drive it. And enjoy and not worried about scraching it.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Its going to be restored properly as it has sentimental value.

[@pm1104]

Nice project ……KEEP IT YELLOW…!😊

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thank you! Yes I totally agree. Jamie

[@wayneharris7534]

I owned one of these for years . unfortunately a growing family made it impractical to keep.. The car.i covered over fifty thousand miles in the car without any major issues with it.. Front and rear wheel bearings were something that needed changing yearly.. As far as rust the only thing I found was the fuel tank had a tendency to let water into the tank through the filler cap... Apart from that .I could not fault the car.. So all the best with you saving a true classic British sports car . from the scrapyard.. I'm looking forward to the end result ..of your endeavour..

[@jamiedowson6482]

Wow that's an amazing story and great to hear from you. 50000 miles. That's super. I'm super excited to put this car back on the road. Hope you enjoy the upcoming videos. Jamie

[@Thereishope664]

Lovely car....but that P.I. system. You'll need a Bosch fuel pump. The Lucas pump is pants.

[@laurensnieuwland4657]

Ahhh the good old days of the Prince of darkness...

[@charlesliddell502]

The only time I ever had a problem with the Lucas pump was in a summer heatwave in Provence. The pump got so hot that it vapourised the fuel inside it so the system shut down. A damp chamois leather wrapped around the pump soon solved the problem. The Lucas pump filters need to be cleaned and checked regularly. Note the use of the plural: as well as the large filter next to the pump, there is a small inline one (near the pressure relief valve IIRC) which everyone forgets.

[@jamiedowson6482]

Hahaha yes Lucas are famous for it. The car will be upgraded and slightly modified so open suggestions. Jamie

[@jamesmathias5708]

Still have the original Lucas pump in mine and never had a problem. As stated all works fine if both filters are checked regularly and pressure is maintained at 105psi in the system.

[@charlesliddell502]

Please respray the car in its original saffron yellow. I had a 1970 saffron 6 for many years and it looked wonderful. Saffron is a shade which really works on the TR6 - odd, as it didn't seem to suit any other Triumph. But you have to keep it clean to allow the paint shade to look its best!

[@jamiedowson6482]

I totally agree with you. Its not a particularly nice colour but seems to suit the TR6 perfectly. Thanks for you comment. Jamie

[@jimconklin8040]

Yes, they are a good idea, but they don't just bolt on, you have to either fabricate brackets or drill hole, which will be seen, in the engine bay, but not in the trunk. I have some ideas, but it is too cold to work on the car. Also, for the rear wing area, the liners have a raised area, I believe it is for the thick lower seatbelt bracket, that is too high, it should be 2 inches lower.

[@jamiedowson6482]

That's cool. Please keep me updated of your progress and I will also look into it myself. Jamie

[@richardbarton4282]

Now your talking 👍🏼

[@jamiedowson6482]

Floating your boat Richard? 😁

[@richardbarton4282]

Definitely, One of my neighbour's had a yellow one with the overdrive that he restored when I was a kid. Loved that car. You need to find a AC Cobra aswell.

[@jamiedowson6482]

So this will be exactly the same!!! That's really cool. There are not many cobras around and are super expensive@@richardbarton4282

[@hanoiboy9839]

Hope you have a good bank account. God bless !

[@jamiedowson6482]

Hahah yes it's not going to be cheap 😬

[@andyMSH700]

are they worth restoring?...well if has been in the family or something of sentimental value then yes...but otherwise sadly No. all suspension rebuild alone along with panels like sills, floors etc cost around six thousand to buy as parts are expensive....chasis needs to be rock solid as they rotted away especially if it was left outdoors. Global warming means these have a limited lifespan and we gotta believe it...everyone is ignoring global warming but its real and will change our lives as to how we invest in these old cars. Many classic car dealers are saying customers are trying to give their cars back to them. If you love them just go for it....but remember its a massive cost to do it correctly assuming you will spend the many hours required. I love the tr6 and have owned one since the late eighties. For me its the only car to own which does not cost an arm and a leg and is easy to restore. good luck...my second time around restore is nearly finished :)

[@jamiedowson6482]

Yes exactly. Its costs a huge amount of time and money to restore any car. As this car has huge sentimental value then its defiantly worth it. Thanks for your comment and hope you enjoy the up and coming videos. Jamie

[@zekehanscom5869]

Confused? Leaf springs?????

[@jamiedowson6482]

Haha yes! The leaf springs in the beginning of the video are from the Chevrolet Nova I have been working on in my previous videos before starting the TR6. Jamie

[@zekehanscom5869]

@@jamiedowson6482 Kinda thought so

[@jetmec]

it's called Inca yellow

[@G-Cam1]

Or Saffron.. as it looks a bit darker? But that could be my screen😂

[@G-Cam1]

Chassis etc looks spot on. Very much a do-able. Look forward to seeing it progress.

[@cheftush]

Inca yellow was only offered in 76. This car looks to be older based on the fuel injection that’s on it. I’d guess saffron as it looks too dark for Jasmine….if it’s later than a 72, it could be Mimosa.

[@G-Cam1]

@@cheftush i guess a look at the plate would clear it up? Black engine bay ... Normally America/Canada?

[@cheftush]

@@G-Cam1 engine bay should be body colour.

[@porscha901]

Tr register can help

[@adrianpeters2413]

I am sure they can !!!! Sir we have your part .. at only £ 100000000 for a bolt , oh and by the way be thankfull as well ...love the classic car industry ....

[@jamiedowson6482]

Thanks for the advice. Will check them out. Jamie

[@shabbos-goy9407]

Hmm? LHD on injection? Must be a non US Machine. Values for TR6 have fallen out of bed. Much cheaper to buy a restored one!!!

[@cheftush]

Injection wasn’t offered in the US…as it’s right hand drive and injected, it was probably assembled in Belgium

[@Beauloqs]

What part of it was his fathers car dont you get....

[@jamiedowson6482]

Yes, its an original Belgium car and its about sentimental value. Jamie