Just a final note on the problem I had with poor quality (oversized) needle bearings which irreparably damaged my gearbox layshaft and laygear. I got a call from Nigel at SpitBits the other day. Though I told him in an email that I couldn't hold him responsible for the damage, he confirmed on his own that some oversized needle bearings probable did get sent out. He is basing this on my photos and emails and his comunications with sources in the UK. He has offered to send me a set of NOS needle bearings, which he has aquired from a friend in the UK who had purchased a large stock of NOS transmission parts for his business of gearbox repair. He is also going to locate either a good used or an NOS layshaft and laygear. He offered to get me new ones, but I think I'd prefer good original used or NOS.
I would like all to know that Nigel, who owns SpitBits, has been very helpful and has kept in touch with me throughout my quest for answers as to the cause of my gearbox damage. He is an honorable and knowledgable supplier for Spitfire and GT6 parts. I highly recomend SpiBits. The problem with oversized needle bearings is not anything SpitBits could have prevented. I've checked with another supplier who admits they have had similar problems in the past and won't sell the needle bearings. They just use original old ones in their rebuilds. I hope the information I've provided to the list can help others rebuilding their trannys. Thanks to all for your patience in waiting through my numerous posts on the subject. Mike http://pages.prodigy.net/mikeross updated 4/10/02 '63 Triumph Spitfire '66 Triumph Spitfire '70 GT6+ (Maroon) '70 GT6+ (Green) Mk1 GT6 convertible project /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include this trailer, they will NOT be sent.
