Search found 54 matches

by Alanla
Sat Apr 27, 2024 5:20 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Tension spring on parking brake rear caliper
Replies: 3
Views: 174

Re: Tension spring on parking brake rear caliper

If you mean the spring on the caliper itself? these are as supplied by the caliper manufacturer, so a dedicated design tension for that particular caliper to suit the piston size, seal drag and specific safety considerations, its probably not a good idea to reduce the tension as the caliper may not ...
by Alanla
Sat Apr 27, 2024 5:15 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Cost of painting...
Replies: 4
Views: 91

Re: Cost of painting...

Painting costs have doubled in the last 4 years.- Russian war -Covid etc, cost of heating a spray oven - petrochemical products and solvent waste disposal blah blah etc etc. Our bodyshop charges us about £2,500 for a T1,2 or 3 in a solid colour and about £3000 for a T4. (+VAT) They assure me repeate...
by Alanla
Thu Oct 12, 2023 6:01 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Specifications & Differences -ALL Triking Models
Replies: 1
Views: 12691

Specifications & Differences -ALL Triking Models

To help clarify the different Triking models I have tried to collate some info below - apologies if its a bit lengthy. All four models are currently in production. Type 1, Chassis tub has aluminium or steel bonded, riveted or welded on side panels with GFRP bonnet and rear mouldings. This is the che...
by Alanla
Thu Sep 21, 2023 8:57 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Type 1 Wiring Loom question
Replies: 7
Views: 37787

Re: Type 1 Wiring Loom question

Dave, That looks exactly like the plug we used to fit on T1 looms when they had a Lucas 2 speed wiper motor. It was usual on the end of a longish cable as the bonnet needed to be lifted enough to disconnect the wiper before completely removing the bonnet. We have got one here if you want to call in ...
by Alanla
Wed Sep 20, 2023 1:10 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Tony Divey's original
Replies: 2
Views: 15881

Re: Tony Divey's original

Yes Indeed, We last MOTd CNG around 10 years ago and took it to a couple of shows pre-Covid. Now being looked after by Tony's eldest son.
by Alanla
Mon Sep 18, 2023 11:15 am
Forum: Trikings for sale
Topic: Type 3 for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 98107

Type 3 for sale

Two Type 3 models have just become available ,
This is a very nice factory built model http://shop.trikingsportscars.co.uk/pro ... d-1100efi/

and this is an economically priced Kit build http://shop.trikingsportscars.co.uk/pro ... 100cc-efi/
by Alanla
Mon Sep 18, 2023 11:09 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Triking types
Replies: 8
Views: 23153

Re: Triking types

Yes indeed just as Tony says that's the abridged version, Except for those looking at further engine options I probably should point out that ANY Guzzi Big Block engine can be fitted to ANY std Triking model with the appropriate transmission. So for example its possible to fit a late CARC engine to ...
by Alanla
Thu Jul 06, 2023 6:11 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Luggage Tie-Down
Replies: 3
Views: 15928

Re: Luggage Tie-Down

Excellent design Tony - Luggage doubles as a hat under hard braking :D
by Alanla
Thu Jun 08, 2023 5:59 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Reverse Gearbox Type 1
Replies: 9
Views: 19719

Re: Reverse Gearbox Type 1

Caravan mover can indeed (and has) been fitted, The mechanism to engage it tends to be heavy and involved. The one owner I know who fitted it removed it and converted to a mechanical system after a short time. Also important to consider that this and other electric systems generally need a lot of el...
by Alanla
Thu Jun 08, 2023 8:59 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Reverse Gearbox Type 1
Replies: 9
Views: 19719

Re: Reverse Gearbox Type 1

To fit the reverse gearbox in any non reverse Triking chassis the centre area of the tunnel needs to be modified. Alternatively and sometimes an easier option depending on the exact model the complete tunnel can be removed and replaced with a reverse compatible tunnel assembly.