How does Triumph TR6 overdrive work?
How does Triumph TR6 overdrive work?
When the pistons move forward, the actuating bar pulls two rods from the back and pulls the cone clutch in the opposite direction, activating the overdrive. So 99% of the time, if you can hear it energizing and it is slipping, it is something in the hydraulic system.
How do I know if overdrive is on or off?
When Do You Know If Overdrive Is On or Off? This is quite easy. Change your overdrive selector when your vehicle is moving on the highway. If the engine’s speed increases, then your overdrive is off, but if the speed reduces, then your overdrive is on.
Should you drive with OD on or off?
It’s not bad to drive with overdrive off and does no harm to the transmission. However, you will get worse fuel economy and have more noise at high speeds. There’s really no reason to leave it off unless you need to ascend or descend a steep hill. You can turn overdrive on or off at any time or speed.
What is a TR250?
The Triumph TR250 is the Americanized version of the European TR5 PI. Both were updates of the TR4A, which added a complicated independent rear suspension option to the original TR4. The TR250 bodywork remained the same, with only minor differences to the grille.
Did all TR6 have overdrive?
The Triumph TR6 (1968–76) is a sports car built by British Triumph Motor Company between 1969 and 1976. The TR6 was introduced in January 1969 and produced until July 1976….
| Triumph TR6 | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre straight-6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual all synchromesh with optional overdrive |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm (88.0 in) |
What is the fastest Triumph car?
At the June 03 British Motor Heritage auction a factory prototype TR8 was sold. Listed in the catalogue as the fastest ever Triumph, it came complete with a certificate to ‘prove’ it.
Where is the OD off button?
Locate the overdrive (O/D) button on the gear shifter. The overdrive button can be found on the left side of the shifter, below the button used to shift gears. It is much smaller but functions much in the same way; push it in to turn the overdrive on, push it again to release it and turn the overdrive off.
