TR7 Service
April 12, 2024
Technician Juliam has been servicing our 1981 Triumph TR7. He changed the oil and filter, checked all levels, replaced the nearside front wheel bearing, removed
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
Ready To Go
April 14, 2023
Our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 has, once again, been in the care of classic car technician John. He has been fitting a new core plug
A TR7 Returns
April 12, 2023
We have recently welcomed our 1981 Triumph TR7 back into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. We have worked on this beautiful classic car before so
Gone Through – Servicing the 1981 Triumph TR7 V8
April 1, 2022
The team at Bridge Classic Cars have finished up the service on the 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 at our restoration workshops in Suffolk. The car
Closer Look At Our TR7 V8
April 7, 2021
We’ve had this stunning TR7 V8 in before, so we thought we’d take a closer look at it. This stunning blue classic is a TR7
Clear Vision On The TR7
April 7, 2021
Tom has fitted the Cibie front fog lights, allowing for clear vision on foggy roads. Tom has been trying to diagnosis the issue with the
Triumph TR7 V8 Back In
April 6, 2021
This stunning 1978 Triumph TR7 V8 has come back in for some servicing issues such as the power steering, track rods ends being too stiff,
Fond Farewell’s
September 10, 2020
Today we bid adieu to some fantastic classics we’ve had the pleasure of working with over the last few weeks. A regular visitor of ours is
The TR7’s Steered In The Right Direction
September 7, 2020
After receiving expert advise and a full diagnostic from Kelly Brey Steering, our classic car technician Tom has been busy fixing the steering on our
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
August 14, 2020
Our V8 converted Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop to fix an issue with a leak on the steering rack. We’ve sent the
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
July 23, 2020
This lovely ’81 Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop today. Pete and Thomas have been tasked with identifying an oil leak coming from
Running up our V8 engine
July 1, 2019
Our V8 engine is now back in the car and Ady has successfully run up for the first time to check out for any abnormalities.
Rebuilding our Triumph TR7 V8 Engine
June 27, 2019
Our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 is currently in the workshops having the engine rebuilt. Unfortunately, due to the wrong piston rings being fitt originally this
Detailing the TR7 engine bay
June 4, 2019
With the V8 engine out for a rebuild it was a great opportunity to detail the engine bay of our TR7 to bring it back
Triumph TR7 V8
May 28, 2019
Unfortunately due to incorrect piston rings being fitted some time ago this has resulted in our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 require an engine rebuild. The
Re-routing the pipework
May 8, 2019
During this weekend’s Ipswich to Felixstowe run an unusual noise had appeared whilst driving. Now in our workshops to be investigated we have diagnosed it
Working late at Bridge Classic Cars
May 7, 2019
Late arrival this evening to Bridge Classic Cars HQ, our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8. Having enjoyed a day out at the weekend for the Ipswich
Painting the front end of our TR7 V8
April 15, 2019
We are currently in the process of repainted the front end of our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 where a couple of stone chips are apparent.
Triumph TR7 V8 – MOT and remedial works
March 22, 2019
In our workshops today we see the return of our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 for it’s annual MOT and service. Whilst in, we are looking
Repairing a stone chip
May 29, 2018
We see the return of our 1981 Triumph Tr7 today. A small stone chip on the bonnet needs address. Unfortunately the entire front panel will
1981 Triumph TR7 V8 – MOT and Service
April 10, 2018
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TR7 Service
April 12, 2024
Technician Juliam has been servicing our 1981 Triumph TR7. He changed the oil and filter, checked all levels, replaced the nearside front wheel bearing, removed the brake pads to clean and grease them, and resealed the top radiator hose.
Ready To Go
April 14, 2023
Our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 has, once again, been in the care of classic car technician John. He has been fitting a new core plug and he also put coolant back into the car.
After passing its MOT, our TR7 is now ready to leave the Bridge Classic Cars workshop and be returned to its owner very soon.
A TR7 Returns
April 12, 2023
We have recently welcomed our 1981 Triumph TR7 back into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop. We have worked on this beautiful classic car before so it’s nice to see it again. This time, it is in for a service and to have a new radiator fitted.
Classic car technician John installed the new radiator and boxed up the old one so that it can be returned to the customer. He then went on to vacuum-fill the system with new anti-freeze.
John continued to investigate the current condition of our TR7 and found a small coolant leak which he traced back to a corroded core plug. This was removed and a new one has been ordered.
Gone Through – Servicing the 1981 Triumph TR7 V8
April 1, 2022
The team at Bridge Classic Cars have finished up the service on the 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 at our restoration workshops in Suffolk.
The car will also be given a mechanical check over by our restoration technicians who will report back any of their findings.
Closer Look At Our TR7 V8
April 7, 2021
We’ve had this stunning TR7 V8 in before, so we thought we’d take a closer look at it. This stunning blue classic is a TR7 with V8 mods, making it not only beautiful to look at but also beautiful to drive.
We’re still working on this and moving through the list of to-do’s to get this lovely classic back on the road – watch this space.
Clear Vision On The TR7
April 7, 2021
Tom has fitted the Cibie front fog lights, allowing for clear vision on foggy roads.
Tom has been trying to diagnosis the issue with the steering on our recent TR7. The steering wheel isn’t self centring, so Tom has gone through the steering components bit by bit to try and understand the root cause of the issue. He’s taken off the tyres and removed the wheels to gain aces to the tracking rod ends which he’s loosened as well as loosening the steering rack and removed the joints from the steering rack column.
Triumph TR7 V8 Back In
April 6, 2021
This stunning 1978 Triumph TR7 V8 has come back in for some servicing issues such as the power steering, track rods ends being too stiff, alignment and tracking required, the fitting of some Cibie driving lights, the fixing of some wiring and some trim needing to be amended round the base of the gear stick.
Fond Farewell’s
September 10, 2020
Today we bid adieu to some fantastic classics we’ve had the pleasure of working with over the last few weeks.
A regular visitor of ours is this exciting 1981 Triumph TR7 V8. We’ve always enjoy maintaining this stunner, this time though, she was in for a slightly different request…
We updated the steering to power steering, a service we pride ourselves on – converting classic cars into more usable, modern versions of themselves.
The TR7 is now ready and raring to go home and will now be a much easier drive with her new power steering system.
Another fond regular of ours is this iconic 1947 MG TC. We love having ‘proper’ classics here, and our MG TC is no exception.
The MG was in for a big job, a complete differential rebuild. Working with our MG specialist we were able to complete the rebuild, perform a successful test drive and send her on her merry way.
Our 1973 Triumph Stag left the workshop too this week. A new customer of ours was in for an accident repair after hitting a deer. We had to let out a little chuckle of the irony of a Stag hitting a dear, but we do hope the deer is alright!
Here’s the MG TC again, alongside two other classics that left our workshop this weekend.
Our 1966 Mercedes 250SE was reunited with her owner after having a full report to see what work could be carried out on her in the future.
Also saying her goodbyes is our 1975 MGB Roadster, who is a frequent visitor here at Bridge. We’ve been servicing this beauty for some time since her full restoration with us last year.
Bridge Classic Cars works on any classic car make or model. We love to invite new customers and their pride and joys into our workshop for anything from touch-ups to full restorations, diagnostics to repairs, and anything in between.
Get in touch today if there’s any advice you need on your precious classics – 01473 742038.
Farewell friends, and happy driving!
The TR7’s Steered In The Right Direction
September 7, 2020
After receiving expert advise and a full diagnostic from Kelly Brey Steering, our classic car technician Tom has been busy fixing the steering on our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8.
Starting off by cutting the old steering column part to fit it onto the new one.
“I then checked all the wiring” explains Tom, “then assembled and fitted the new steering column into position.”
Tom then connected all the wires, fitted the steering rack and lastly, attached the steering rack to the steering column.
Now the steering is working as it should with no leaks, she’s ready for some test drives and to be returned to her owners very soon.
Happy travels TR7!
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
August 14, 2020
Our V8 converted Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop to fix an issue with a leak on the steering rack. We’ve sent the unit off to Kelly Bray Steering, experts in unique steering components to diagnose the fault.
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
July 23, 2020
This lovely ’81 Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop today.
Pete and Thomas have been tasked with identifying an oil leak coming from the front of the car.
They have found the source of the leak. The power steering rack is leaking and will need replacing.
Running up our V8 engine
July 1, 2019
Our V8 engine is now back in the car and Ady has successfully run up for the first time to check out for any abnormalities.
Rebuilding our Triumph TR7 V8 Engine
June 27, 2019
Our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 is currently in the workshops having the engine rebuilt. Unfortunately, due to the wrong piston rings being fitt originally this has resulted in the piston rings breaking.
We are now in nearing completion on the full engine rebuild.
We have cut all valve seats and checked guides. Both heads have been refaced and the engine has been re-bored to take the new pistons. The crank shaft journals have been lapped, the conrods, big ends were capped and re-honed. A new timing chain conversion kit has also been fitted. Both block sides have been refaced. and we have fitted with new bearings. We have also fitted new oil pump gears.
The engine is now ready to be refitted.
Detailing the TR7 engine bay
June 4, 2019
With the V8 engine out for a rebuild it was a great opportunity to detail the engine bay of our TR7 to bring it back up to wonderful condition once again.
Triumph TR7 V8
May 28, 2019
Unfortunately due to incorrect piston rings being fitted some time ago this has resulted in our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 require an engine rebuild. The incorrect size piston rings have meant that there has been some movement and vibration within the groves. In order to rectify this matter the engine has now been removed so that new piston rings can be fitted.
Re-routing the pipework
May 8, 2019
During this weekend’s Ipswich to Felixstowe run an unusual noise had appeared whilst driving.
Now in our workshops to be investigated we have diagnosed it to be coming from the crankshaft breather pipe knocking against the exhaust.
Having now re-routed the pipework the noise seems to have gone and the car is now back at home.
Working late at Bridge Classic Cars
May 7, 2019
Late arrival this evening to Bridge Classic Cars HQ, our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8. Having enjoyed a day out at the weekend for the Ipswich to Felixstowe run our TR7 encountered a mysterious noise which we needs to be investigated.
Painting the front end of our TR7 V8
April 15, 2019
We are currently in the process of repainted the front end of our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 where a couple of stone chips are apparent.
The colour match was a bit of a challenge but we have managed to secure a match using our camera technology and the car is fineshed and ready for collection.
Triumph TR7 V8 – MOT and remedial works
March 22, 2019
In our workshops today we see the return of our 1981 Triumph TR7 V8 for it’s annual MOT and service.
Whilst in, we are looking to paint the front panel where a couple of stone chips and appeared.
Repairing a stone chip
May 29, 2018
We see the return of our 1981 Triumph Tr7 today. A small stone chip on the bonnet needs address. Unfortunately the entire front panel will need to be re-painted in Persian Aqua to blend in the tones.
1981 Triumph TR7 V8 – MOT and Service
April 10, 2018
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