New aussie owner of a TVR Tasmin 280i

[maximuss]

Gday to you all. My name is Pete, I am a new owner of a 280i (converted to carb) I am just going over it to make sure its all ok before I take it for a decent spin. I replaced the leads with some new ones which made the first and dramatic improvement. I am trying to find the part number for the distributor cap (its a blue motorcraft one - photos below) I would be most grateful if someone would be able to help me with the part number (i checked the part list but couldnt find it there)


Many thanks

Pete

[RCK974X]

G'day from across the ditch, I'm in NZ......

That blue cap means wedge probably was not an export model, as typically the Motorcraft caps were only used on UK domestic builds, German and export engines got Bosch dizzys. (as far as I know)

I have a couple of references which I copied from a box many years ago - may be of use...

5027473 (biggest font - probably part number)

920X 12106 AA (smaller font)
EDH109 (same smaller font)

Edited by RCK974X on Saturday 5th July 04:54

[maximuss]

Kia Ora over the ditch.. thanks for these.. I found this which seems to line up with some of your numbers? http://www.yoyoparts.com/oem/3971230/3971196/lucas...

I will do some more research and see if its it.

P

[mrzigazaga]

Hi mate...Welcome to the loony bin....There is a fitment for Granada mk2 with the same dizzy cap...Same part number...Hope it helps...Cheers...Ziga
http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&...

[maximuss]

Cheers Ziga, I really appreciate your help

[mrzigazaga]

maximuss said:

Cheers Ziga, I really appreciate your help

No worries mate...There are quite a few of us who can help you on here so don't hesitate to ask..

[RCK974X]

Just a quick word of warning -

The Bosch caps are typically that reddish-sand colour (as the web link pic) , whereas the Motorcraft ones are the bright blue. The caps are not interchangeable (Bosch dizzy -> Mcraft dizzy).

However, just because that cap is red doesn't mean it HAS to be wrong... just be a little bit suspicious, and make sure you can return it !!

[maximuss]

Thanks mate, its definitely a motorcraft one that's in there (has the motorcraft stamp)Seems to be hard for me to find a replacement but I have managed to find one on a website that looks identical. Fingers crossed as its a long way for a return..

http://www.classicpartsshack.co.uk/classic-motorcr...

[dixiebabes]

May all your miles be loud pete.

Dix

[maximuss]

ha ha - yes, makes quiet a difference compared to the amarok..