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by Alanla
Tue Apr 25, 2023 12:52 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Brake bleeding spring maintenance
Replies: 8
Views: 17740

Re: Brake bleeding spring maintenance

Yes, This can happen - its essentially caused by the fact that unlike most vehicles the Triking brake callipers are higher than the master cylinders, therefore if there is the tiniest issue with any component being in less than perfect condition in the braking system allowing even a microscopic amou...
by Alanla
Wed Mar 01, 2023 7:49 pm
Forum: Trikings for sale
Topic: Type 2 for sale REDUCED
Replies: 0
Views: 70476

Type 2 for sale REDUCED

This Customer built T2 has just been reduced to £17,500 http://shop.trikingsportscars.co.uk/pro ... 0-efi-rhd/
by Alanla
Sat Feb 04, 2023 9:53 am
Forum: Type 4
Topic: Any T4's near Leicester please?
Replies: 2
Views: 4873

Re: Any T4's near Leicester please?

The nearest T4's would be at Derby or Cambridge
by Alanla
Thu Dec 08, 2022 1:50 pm
Forum: Trikings for sale
Topic: Type 3 Special for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 20614

Type 3 Special for sale

Just arrived, Type 3 Special available for sale on behalf of owner who is re-locating,(hence the sale) Very good condition, Registered 2021, low mileage, high spec with reverse gear, leather trim, 15" rear wheel, Tonneau cover etc. Full details here as usual............... http://shop.trikingsportsc...
by Alanla
Tue Oct 25, 2022 10:16 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: gearbox
Replies: 7
Views: 3501

Re: gearbox

I will see what photos I can find. No Triking Type 1 chassis was ever built with a Ford T9 gearbox although of course one could have been subsequently converted, The Ford Type 9 was introduced to replace the -what had become unobtainable Toyota gearbox. The Ford gearbox was only ever fitted to a ver...
by Alanla
Tue Oct 25, 2022 10:16 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: gearbox
Replies: 7
Views: 3501

Re: gearbox

I will see what photos I can find. No Triking Type 1 chassis was ever built with a Ford T9 gearbox although of course one could have been subsequently converted, The Ford Type 9 was introduced to replace the -what had become unobtainable Toyota gearbox. The Ford gearbox was only ever fitted to a ver...
by Alanla
Tue Oct 18, 2022 11:23 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: gearbox
Replies: 7
Views: 3501

Re: gearbox

This topic has been covered extensively elsewhere and is quite complex. I will try to cover the basics.............. Exactly as Tony says any deviation from the Nova reverse box is going to be very expensive if done correctly and a failure otherwise. A Triking specification Nova box has bespoke inte...
by Alanla
Sun Aug 28, 2022 1:49 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Type 3 smooth tail - rear lights
Replies: 19
Views: 10391

Re: Type 3 smooth tail - rear lights

Great job ! Must better than most of the so called "professional" installations I have seen, You won't need a heatsink. There is almost no uninsulated contact / heat sink function in the std installation and they never give an trouble even with std bulbs. If you use LEDs they will be even cooler.
by Alanla
Sun Aug 28, 2022 1:43 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Stuck Engine Mounting Bolt
Replies: 6
Views: 7105

Re: Stuck Engine Mounting Bolt

Hi, Sorry I missed this question, If its not too late and depending on how far you have got with it......... We have done dozens like this and has proved the quickest and easiest............ The best way to remove the engine bolt from the (bike) frame assuming you have tried all the usual methods an...
by Alanla
Sat Apr 30, 2022 12:58 pm
Forum: Trikings for sale
Topic: Type 2 Special for sale REDUCED
Replies: 0
Views: 15526

Type 2 Special for sale REDUCED

This outstanding Type 2 Special has just been reduced in price for a quick sale due to property move.
http://shop.trikingsportscars.co.uk/pro ... ification/