Darren Sharp Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Lets have the debate The proposer asks " What is the best Triumph to use when completing the Round Britain reliabilty run".My vote Judging from the way they blasted past in convoy and seemed to have time for a picnic at every stop ! The 2000 range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 GT6 mk2 of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 GT6 mk2 of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanChatterton Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 2000/2500 range.Quiet enough to fall asleep inComfy enough to do the run without any aches or painsQuick enough to be funBig enough to take 4 people and enough spares to rebuild it twiceReliable enough to do it.6 pot at 6000rpm sounds the dogs danglies through a Witor pipe!Nuff said? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 If I was to bring a car over from Oz I'd bring my Stag... effortless high speed cruiser with overdrive... as this is ablatently stupid idea, a 2000/2500 (actually a Mk1 2.5PI.. thanks Doug) is easily the most capable.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Having done the event in a wide range of Triumph's that's a no brainer, 2.5 PI (or V8 saloon), closely followed by a Stag. Stag is only let down by cramped accommodation for third crew member, and blind spots with hood erected, that's why we did it with hard top on last event, and no third crew member! Worst car to do the event in, GT6, sorry Tim. I would rather do the RBRR in a 2 ton camper with a 948cc engine than a mobile straight jacket that slowly cooks one at gas mark 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Think of the positives for using a GT6:1. Great on A roads, lighter weight over say a big saloon makes over taking easy.2. Small and Manoeuvrable: great on Scottish single track roads3. Snug and comfy. As the RBRR is held in October no worries with heat. Gotta say that it was not a factor on the 10CR. Very comfortable.4. Easier to work on than a big saloon.Negatives:1. Could do with better ride characteristics2. Not brill on major roads when it is wet, not easy to see as so small.3. Not alot of space for everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 timbancroft61 wrote:Think of the positives for using a GT6:1. Great on A roads, lighter weight over say a big saloon makes over taking easy.2. Small and Manoeuvrable: great on Scottish single track roads3. Snug and comfy. As the RBRR is held in October no worries with heat. Gotta say that it was not a factor on the 10CR. Very comfortable.4. Easier to work on than a big saloon.1. I don't see the 2.5 saloons holding anyone up? In fact it's usually the PI's that do the front running.2. So is a Donkey.3. Saloons have great heaters, but you can also turn them off.4. Saloons don't go wrong, much.Don't get me wrong, I love GT6's (I have some) but the question was what's the best car to do the RBRR in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Dave,You are possibly right, however I will be using my GT6 next time. No GT6 has done more RBRRs: 5 no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger saunt Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 we have completed it 5 times now and always in a 2000 mk2 ,we have been the last car back and the first car back and we certainly dont thrash itso it must be down to reiability and good luck?i have thought about doing it in the stag this time but theres no chance of 4 doing that so i might have to try and rope someone else in and enter both cars.,I have always thought about doing it in a Renown do you it would keep up !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Umm, a Renown, if a Herald 948 can, why not. Luxurious option! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Ah well clearly the best car is my mk1 2.5PI estate with a double mattress in the rear for a proper kip, along with a fridge and tea making equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greeks Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 I think my car would be the best ... and for the cost of transporting it to England, the cost of my flight and all fuel, I will allow one lucky forum member the opportunity of finding out why. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B. Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 Well, haven't really got any experience, but after doing Round Denmark (1250 miles, 36 hours) I know for sure that a 4 pot spitfire with no overdrive and the trustwashers missing (or rather - probably floating around somewhere in the sump) is nowhere near the best car for 08. I would vote for a car which had a larger engine, which could carry at least 3 passengers. Don't know about you guys - but I cannot stay awake for that long.Also a car that was nok leaking would be desirable. Laminated maps turne out to be an excellent idea!Conclusion: I will leave both the GT6 and Spit behind, and try to get a seat in my mates 2000 (and talk him into doing the RBRR08)Sorry Tim, even though I love my GT6 mk2 - its far to cramped and hot!RegardsNick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Sharp Posted October 2, 2007 Author Share Posted October 2, 2007 Tim seems to be taking a bashing here, Still he also has a 2000. There is definately something to having a third (or fourth) driver its called more sleep! In the defence of the dolly it is not a bad compromise comfy seats that fully recline and a decent turn of speed (in 1850 and Sprint form ) I think that the 1500 is a bit of a plodder for this event but it is probably the most reliable dolly . I considered buying an 1850 for 08 but I just dont trust an untried ally head to last. 2000 miles is a long way when the engine is constantly hot and you would need to be very sure that everything is in top order . Having experienced the Tow truck ride back from Scotland Once this may be colouring my judgement!Darren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 An overlooked car for the RBRR is the Spitfire 1500.One with overdrive, hardtop and a good engine is a very suitable car. Good torque and relatively good handling make a good package.Must say that I think these events are better when undertaken 2 up, I did the 2005 10CR in my 2.5 3 up and found it a bit boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy66 Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 Well, for me an event where I will not need to wear shorts will be very odd! ;DCant wait! :PRoy 8) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilnaz Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 I agree with Tim Spitfire 1500 with O/D although having not done it in one I can't say that with any confidence from past experience just hopefulness!! I reckon O/D is a must. The Spitfire handles well, goes pretty well and is snug but comfortable. It can be kept cool inside although I imagine the heater may come in handy in the middle of the night. The only issue I have is with the hood. I don't have a hard-top as I have never seen the need. The RBRR may be the instigator of a search for one!Oh no, something else to paint!! :oCheers, Neil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick B. Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 Hardtop is not a must. We had 8 degrees during the night on round Denmark, but had sufficient heat in the spit mk3 with the (leaky) softtop.I guess that if it was not for the sleep thing a Spit6 would be ideal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrapman Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 timbancroft61 wrote:An overlooked car for the RBRR is the Spitfire 1500.One with overdrive, hardtop and a good engine is a very suitable car. What's with all this talk of hard-tops?????Roofs are for putting down (and leaving there) not bolting down.PAH! Bunch of bloody pansies you lot!Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilnaz Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 Well I haven't needed one before now. The roof is pretty leak free I just remember what it was like over Glencoe! That wasn't rain it was something else! I have the roof down most of the time.Who you calling a pansy anyway!!! >:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanChatterton Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 andythompson wrote:If I was to bring a car over from Oz I'd bring my Stag... effortless high speed cruiser with overdrive... as this is ablatently stupid idea, a 2000/2500 (actually a Mk1 2.5PI.. thanks Doug) is easily the most capable....Agreed, we would love to use the Stag for the 08 RBRR, but being an Auto (BW35 and not done the ZF4 speed conversion..........YET!) the top end cruising is a bit iffy (70mph = 4000 rpm!) we are shunning it in favour of the 2500 S Estate,. AKA Banana-mobile!Anyway, who cares what it is, as long as it is a Triumph and I get to do the run, I couldn't give a monkeys whatsits! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 Quote:Anyway, who cares what it is, as long as it is a Triumph and I get to do the run, I couldn't give a monkeys whatsits!You'll be gunning for the spare seat in the Acclaim next year then Alan?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanChatterton Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 What a kind offer, many thanks..................but no!I wouldn't object to doing it in an Acclaim, they are Triumphs when all is said and done,.............but I'd rather use one of mine!!(unless I break it again, in which case I may take you up on the offer!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 Ah so you'd like to buy an Acclaim? No problem ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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