Insurance matters
Sir, I was most interested to read the letter "Insurance Tips" from Mr. Paul Ward on Page 69 of your January 1978 issue. Mr. Ward makes the point "The General…
TRz and TR3
” four big-ends failed within a month of purchase (50,000 miles, 2 owners). Crank, mains, big-ends replaced completely ,free of charge by dealer.”
” Big-ends went on the M — 49,000! “
” Rlew up on Autobahn at 65,000 miles. Excellent rebuilding job by Frankfurt Diumph concessionaires. Engine replaced by new unit at 70,000 miles.” “
Would seem to run indefinitely With Very little loss of efficiency.”
” One exhaust valve at 85,00o miles, another at t 51,000. Rocker shaft securing bolt at 142,000. Engine checked for wear at 109,000 and 151,000 miles — very little apparent. No replacements required.”