Jonn modified the battery hold-down bracket of our 1974 Triumph Stag to accommodate the slightly different dimensions of the new battery and secured it in place. The main battery cable was re-terminated with an eyelet suitable for attachment to the isolator, which was then refitted and secured. The power steering pump was refitted and its belt adjusted, followed by the reconnection of the alarm siren. The battery was connected, and with the fuel pump disconnected, the ignition was turned on to check the operation of the windows, which functioned correctly. The lights were inspected, and the connections to the nearside rear light and number plate lights were tightened. The offside number plate light was found to be non-functional.
The fuel gauge was not working, so the boot was emptied and the sender wires were shorted; the gauge responded correctly, indicating a fault with the sender. Upon removal, the sender unit was found to be rusted and seized. The fuel tank was drained and inspected, revealing internal rust and confirming the need for a replacement tank. The fuel pump was also found to be non-functional, despite a good power supply, confirming the need for a new tank, sender, and pump. The existing tank and pump were stripped and removed, and the fuel line to the front was blown through to clear it. The float bowls from both carburettors were removed, cleaned, and the fuel lines blown through. The needle valves were freed, and all components were refitted. The work area was tidied and the floor mopped.
The vehicle was raised, and the engine oil and filter were drained. The filter housing was cleaned and a new filter and seal were installed. The front wheels were removed, and the sump bung was refitted. Both lower suspension arms were stripped and removed from the car. Split ball joint rubbers were removed, the arms degreased, and new rubbers fitted and secured with lockwire. The offside arm was then refitted and secured.
