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[Frank Dorbert]

I have read, of so called Triumph specialist(How to Improve TR2 - TR4A by Roger Williams) recommending the replacement of TR3 front suspension components with the TR6. I just want to know if anyone on the forum has done this and if so, what if any problems did they encounter.

My 1956 TR3 is not a concourse and I want to improve the handling , braking and steering because I use it to cruse around in . Presently it has drum brakes on the front that I am planning to upgrade, this is one reason I am seriously looking at this change.

[charley fitch]

I have not done what you are asking, but I do know that there is a great difference between the TR3 and TR4A thru 6 front lower A arms and how they mount on to the frame.  I would imagine that there would be some obvious differences in the frame itself and it's configuration as well.  Have you looked into the new spindles that are now available?  These may do what you want plus changing over to the disc front brakes of the TR3.  If you want to really change the steering then you might want to consider a rack and pinion switch.  It is pricey but after driving a TR3 for many years and now driving a TR4 I love the difference.  I can go around corners with one hand on the steering wheel.  In fact really only using a few fingers to make the turn. That would never happen in the TR3.  
As for my TR3 I will keep it stock.  So it really isn't that bad.
Charley Fitch

[b_close]

I have installed several (4) cutdown Spitfire rack and pinion steering systems in TR-3s and have found all installations to be a safter and  easier steering system than the original set up.  I had purchased an original Bob Shaller designed steering set up several years ago and when I purchased a nice TR-3 with a bad steering box I knew that I had to do the conversion.  I use a universal joint instead of the Spitfire rubber donut.  It steers like it was equipted with power steering.  Good Luck,  Bill Close,  Mesa, Arizona

[emmett_dearing]

Exactly what is involved in this "spitfire cut down" rack conversion?
Where I can I obtain this information.
My TR 3 Steering is at the machine shop, and may not be repairable.
Thanks, Emmett

[joe kumpel]

When I first drove my '59 it was extremely loose, difficult to
track around corners and seemed to change lanes "at will".
So far I have only done two things--- replaced silentbloc bushings
(Moss #667-040)- these were visibly worn with lots of play. I also
replaced very worn bias belted tires with generic radials.
I still have more  "play" in the steering wheel than I like, but
the difference is fantastic--- no more wobble at 65 mph and no more
"drifting" feeling.

Joe Kumpel

[daveola]

Anyone have more info about this?

I'm looking into the rack and pinion option myself, but now I've heard rumours about:

1) The TR6 suspension
2) Using a spitfire cut down?
3) Using a Ford (Maverick?) modified?

But I can't find any info on any of them besides the pricey rack and pinion conversion.
Anyone have info on these?  If I manage to make one of these work, I'll do a photo writeup on
my website as with my other projects:

http://Triumph.Daveola.com/

Thanks!