- The Triumph TR7 had many quality problems, including poor relations between management and workforce, frequent strikes, rusted bodies, and oil-leaking engines1. The car was also known for head gasket problems, which caused engine overheating and often escalated into claims for replacement engines. Additionally, the car had electrical quirks, poor fit and finish, and loose parts, with one case of a rear axle falling off2.Learn more:âś•This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.
Because of the poor relations between management and workforce, and the frequent strikes at the Speke factory near Liverpool, the TR7 had many quality problems. Not only that, but there were tons of reports for rusted bodies and oil-leaking engines.
www.motor1.com/news/139491/worst-sports-cars-t…Most notable were the head gasket problems, which caused engine overheating and often escalated into claims for replacement engines. Add in the electrical quirks, poor fit and finish, and loose parts (in one case, a rear axle fell off), and the car’s reputation dropped like a wedge-shaped stone.classicmotorsports.com/articles/last-waltz-triumph-t… - People also ask
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Mar 27, 2015 · The only problem we experienced was a fitting to the oïl cooler became loose. The TR7 suffered from the malaise that affected the British auto industry of the time; limited budgets, unfortunate engineering compromises, labour strife and poor management.
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Nov 5, 2018 · Triumph TR7 common problems • Rust: lots of TR7s have been crushed because of their structural integrity being compromised through rot. Check everywhere, starting with the nose panel and...
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The Triumph TR7 was a compact, two-door sports car with a four-cylinder engine and a poor reliability record. It suffered from frequent strikes, rust, oil leaks and …
- Initially, after the car’s market launch in September 1974, it was produced at Triumph’s Speke, Liverpool factory, and then moved to Canley, Coventry in 1978. Finally, during the last two year…
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Did The Triumph TR7 Deserve Its Bad Rap? We Find Out.
Apr 3, 2024 · The TR7 was first produced at Speke in 1975, but a hostile workforce and poor quality control led the factory to be shut in May 1978. Production then moved to Canley, and …
1980 TR7 Overheating (maybe) question - Triumph Exp
Jul 3, 2016 · Not likely to be the problem, but you should be thorough in your maintenance to avoid future issues. Check your radiator cap. They wear out as well, although you normally get …
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2 days ago · These are frequently misrouted causing problems. Spray something flammable, like starting fluid or an unlit propane torch around the carb mounts and intake manifold. If the idle …
Wedge TR7 fuel and temp. gauges not working - British Car Forum
May 29, 2010 · One is just a ground wire. One goes to the fuel level potentiometer, and one is for the low fuel light. That wire grounds completely when the float drops all the way down thus …
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Dec 3, 2020 · TR7 brake problems. After spending nearly three years restoring my 1979 TR7, I've got it to the point where I can drive the car, however, the brakes were bad. In the …
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Oct 12, 2024 · Any ongoing problems or suggestions should be noted here – the hardworking unpaid volunteers who maintain this site will try to sort things out for you! 24 Topics 113 Posts
Gearbox /clutch issues - tr7triumph.com
Jan 23, 2016 · The problem: When the clutch is depressed with the engine running, something makes a hideous metal-on-metal screeching sound. It gets worse, and louder, the more the …
