RevingtonTR Suspension Modifications-An Independant View

At RevingtonTR we have always been happy in the knowledge that our suspension kits give a massive improvement over the original specification.  As the article below says, “a lot can happen in 50 years”.  Ride and handling is greatly improved by new spring rates, anti-roll bars, damper settings and in the materials used. But don’t just take our word for it, see what a customer has to say by clicking on the link to the article from Hemming’s Sports and Exotic Car Magazine.

The RevingtonTR kits are available for all TR’s and come in several different  specifications for different requirements and set ups. Why not have a look at the article and give us a call if you are interested in upgrading your TR. We look forward to speaking to you shortly and helping you to enjoy your TR to the full by fitting a RevingtonTR  Suspension package.

Please click on the link below to view one  of our suspension packages.

TR2-3B Kit

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HERO - In a TR3

Here are a few words from one of our customers who has just completed a rally in his TR3. If you have any reports of events or adventures you have had in your TR please let us know and we  will get them posted on our blog.

 

TNX900 (1955 TR3 with TR3A front apron) just arrived back in the UK from the HERO London to Lisbon Classic Rally.  Over the 9 days, and nearly 3,000 miles, the car was close behind the 911’s on the tests, no doubt helped by the suspension mods from Neil et al.  Unfortunately the driver and navigator did not perform quite as well on the regularity sections and only finished the event about half way down, or up, the field.   Fast driving on Southern European roads in nearly 30 degrees did result in some problems and the fellow competitors were getting a little tired of giving push starts after the starter motor failed on day 3 of 9.  However, Carl provided excellent service shipping a new motor to Portugal which, once fitted, provided excellent and fast starting that saved great embarrassment in front of the Portuguese crowds when the driver stalled the car on a start/stop test ascending the famous Caramulo hill climb.   Now in the rather cold and wet UK the car and occupants are looking forward to some rest and recuperation.

 

Early arrival at Lisbon



An Enthusiastic Crowd Greet Us In Lisbon

 

Steve and Julia Robertson

Salford Police TR4A - Now Available

The Salford Police TR4A has been eagerly awaited for some time. Well the wait is now over and this great little Hornby Vanguard Classic 1:43 scale model is available from RevingtonTR.

The model comes in its own display case and has its own identity card showing the number in the limited edition run this car was built.

It looks great in the box but even better in its display case.
Click on the link below to buy and own yours today.

This is a 1:43 scale model of the TR4A in white livery and Police markings complete with a roof sign.

Please click on the link to order.
Click here to buy.



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What a week!!

Don't Forget Your Touring Kit (and sun block)

Well the sun has certainly brought all of the cars out of storage this week, finally. In the UK it has been a delayed start to the spring/summer seasons and I think it has been the same in most of Europe but now those wheels are turning.

Enjoy the hood down driving but don't forget to carry out the necessary service checks on a regular basis. If it gets too hot under the bonnet don't forget about Evans Classic cool 180 to help keep your pressure down. Mintex brake pads and shoes for improved stopping performance are a must and then making sure you have your required oil for top up and emergencies. What about a few service items for the spares when you go touring? Plugs, fan belt, bulbs, rotor arm, condenser, some even take a water pump and fuel pump. RevingtonTR can help with all of your standard service parts as well as any upgrades you may be thinking of.

Now's the time to enjoy the car so don't let a minor breakdown spoil your break. Please give us a call if there is something we can help you with. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Have a great holiday weekend (UK).

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Jigsaw Race - Snetterton UK - April 14th 2013

Mark and Joe of Jigsaw racing Services have once given us the opportunity to race other Triumphs in their 20 minute invitation race, this time at Snetterton.

The grid consisted of 14 Triumphs and Triumph derivatives, ranging from David Bailey’s very rapid 2400cc TR4, a Dolomite sprint, a smattering of other TR’s a range of Spitfires, GT6 and Vitesse and Celia Stevens in here 3.5 Litre Warwick.

Practice was damp with dry patches which ensured we were all up to 2 seconds off the pace. David Bailey took pole with Tony Crudgington’s Dolomite 2nd, Phillip Lambe’s TR6 3rd, Clive Gimson’s GT6 4th, My TR5 5th and Celia Stevens Warwick 6th.

The race was a clean fight as they say, with no contact which is always good. David’s TR4 streaked away from the start and I managed to get alongside Phillip as I saw Celia streak ahead out of the corner of my eye taking several places. For a while Celia was in front of Clive whilst the front 3 were steadily pulling away but Clive eventually got past Celia and set off after the others.

That left Celia and I to battle it out, for 5th and 6th. Time and again I was able to get right up close and personal and on a few occasions past her on the corners but on each occasion the significant extra power of the Warwick’s 3.5 litre engine meant that Celia could easily steam past on the straight so that the same scene could be played out at the next corner. Celia peddled the Warwick really well considering it runs on Cross ply tyres and after the race we has a good laugh and big smiles recounting our dicing and agreed that whilst the TR5 might have handled better, there is no substitute for cubes as the Americans say.

David Bailey took the chequered flag and the order up to 6th stayed the same as the starting grid with the exception of Celia and I swapping places; grrr!

Congratulations to David for winning which I believe is his first racing victory in 40 years of competition, so a very special day indeed.

Very special thanks to Jo and Mark for organising and I hope they organise a similar event next year. I will be there if other commitments allow if they do.

J Neil Revington

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TR4 1962 Police Car - NOW SOLD - July 2014

For a Driver or Collector

Many  of you will have followed the detailed refurbishment of the Police car owned by Neil Revington over the past couple of years. You may even have seen it at the TR International or several other shows around the country. Some of the details have been published on this Blog and in our Facebook postings. Well, now you could own this car! Neil has decided to sell the car. It was recently offered for sale at the  "Historics at Brooklands" auction on the 1st June 2013. With the original registration, 4100 HJ as seen on the original Police photos, it was a big draw but - it failed to reach the reserve price. Neil is now offering the car for sale privately.

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Thanks For a Great Day - Open Day 2013

A big thank you to all of those who attended our Open Day on Saturday making it the great success it turned out to be. Once again the sun shone on us throughout the day and the temperature rose a few degrees over what it has been for the last few weeks. Those few degrees made all the difference when standing outside admiring all of those wonderful cars. It really did feel like early spring, once the morning chill had been blown away. With some visitors having a round trip of over 300 miles to be with us, an early start was required and I know it wasn’t quite so warm then. It would not surprise me if so many flying jackets and helmets had been in one place since the battle of Britain! But it did warm up and turned out to be a very pleasant day. Sue’s tea and coffee also did the job of getting those early arrivals warmed back up again.

Our "Display stand"

We really did have a great mix of TR’s arrive and all appeared to be in great condition. Our car park was more of a display stand, with all of the cars on show rather than the normal mix on the car park. Cars were parked on both sites, so you really did need to walk around to see them all. With so many cars and TR enthusiasts our visitors were able to swop notes and learn from each others experiences.

More Cars Arriving

Notes and Views being Swapped



TR Roadster in Background and "Prohibtion" in foreground



We had a great looking Triumph Roadster arrive, Ian Pauls rally TR and once again many more TR5’s than you would expect.  We also had a “Hot Rod”/”Funny Car” with a very strong Americana feel to it. Most people did notice the “Tommy Gun” in its rack in the passenger footwell, obviously not a guy to mess with.

 



Graham Robson and Neil Revington



Our guest presenters made themselves available for questions on their specialist subject throughout the day. Graham Robson teamed up with Neil for some banter and informative background on TR’s. Superpro Europe Polyurethane bush specialists also had a great display and had a steady stream of interested parties throughout the day. Nathan from Evans waterless Coolants also spread the word regarding their great product and also had several discussions with potential customers .

 

Prototype TR5 on display in the Courtyard

The tea, coffee, biscuits and cakes are finished and now it’s time to start planning for next year. I hope you are able to make it then and join in what is always a great day for us and visitors alike. See you in 2014.

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