1973 T100r Daytona

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  1. graham kemp

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    #1 graham kemp, Mar 18, 2026 at 9:31 PM
    Hi all
    In the process of getting above bike back on the road
    Before it went on display a few years ago I believe that they over tightened the oil pressure switch and cracked the timing cover
    I’m sending cover off for repair/ welding to a guy who only deals with old triumphs in Coventry
    I’m a complete novice to the triumph world and wondered if there’s anyone around the reading area who could come over and help/show me how to re do timing and points once I get cover back,
    Happy to pay/ supply tea, beer for a little help
    I have a haynes manual and a owners handbook but want a experienced triumph person if possible to show me
    Or recommend a good triumph man nr reading
    Thanks

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    #2 joe mc donald, Mar 20, 2026 at 3:50 PM
    @graham kemp What a cracking bike. In the past i always put my Bonnies on top dead centre then marked all the points with a scribe. Then put it back the way i took it out. But there are a few very knowledgeable chaps on here if you get stuck. Myself i have help from them a couple of times at least. Good luck with the bike. I also think the covers are still available.
     
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    #3 Markus, Mar 20, 2026 at 4:50 PM
    All the best for your project!
    The bike looks great! ;)
     
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    #4 Obijohnkenobe, Mar 20, 2026 at 5:09 PM
    Lovely bike. I have a '72 but not as nice as that. I have an all black tank but your two-tone is so much classier. I also note the chromed(?) rear brake pedal and rod.
    Re: timing. I have electronic ignition but I did treat myself to a TDC tool that screws into the crankcase behind the push rod tube. Makes doing tappets and timing a lot easier. Good luck and keep us posted.
     
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    #5 Samz, Mar 20, 2026 at 10:36 PM
    That looks treat! All the best with it.
     
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