Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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Re: My Dolomite Sprint.

#31 Post by RSi »

dollyman wrote: Tue Apr 02, 2019 11:07 am What a great story Murdo, that car comes with what you call history :D I thought my Dolly had a large history file, but nothing like yours 8)

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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: My Dolomite Sprint.

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oily66 wrote: Tue Apr 02, 2019 12:58 pm That's fantastic provenance, Murdo.
A car to cherish.
It just makes it that bit more special.
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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Top coat.

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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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It was returned the Friday before Xmas, which was a great Xmas pressie.

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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 947W)

#35 Post by Carledo »

I've seen hospitals dirtier than your garage Murdo!

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'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 947W)

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Carledo wrote: Wed Apr 10, 2019 9:46 am I've seen hospitals dirtier than your garage Murdo!

Steve
Is that a touch of jealousy Steve?? :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 947W)

#37 Post by Carledo »

dollyman wrote: Wed Apr 10, 2019 9:49 am
Carledo wrote: Wed Apr 10, 2019 9:46 am I've seen hospitals dirtier than your garage Murdo!

Steve
Is that a touch of jealousy Steve?? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Tony.
More a sad reflection on the current state of the NHS I think Tony! :?

But you may have a point, IME a clean and tidy workshop is one that nothing much happens in! At least, that's MY excuse! :lol: :lol: :lol:

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I have to agree on both counts Steve :D

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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I'm performing an operation in there, face lift, you have to get all scrubbed up before you get in there or no entry.
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

#40 Post by RSi »

Can someone recommend a 'suitable carpet' adhesive.

I hope to fit them next week if the valeter comes.

And also what's the best thing to reattach the door plastic with under the door cards, something as close to original as possible.
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 947W)

#41 Post by dollyman »

Hi Murdo, i would any of the aerosol adhesives or just evo stik. Gutter sealant best for plastic on doors as it does'nt fully set.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Everbuild-Ro ... Sw-3FZAwul

This can be bought at most diy stores or from ebay as above. And can be cleaned off with white spirit.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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dollyman wrote: Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:04 pm Hi Murdo, i would any of the aerosol adhesives or just evo stik. Gutter sealant best for plastic on doors as it does'nt fully set.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Everbuild-Ro ... Sw-3FZAwul

This can be bought at most diy stores or from ebay as above. And can be cleaned off with white spirit.

Tony.
Thanks Tony.

I'm needing 2 of the floor blanks where the rear seatbelts anchor if anyone can help.
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 947W)

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RSi wrote: Sat Aug 03, 2019 10:59 pm I'm needing 2 of the floor blanks where the rear seatbelts anchor if anyone can help.
If you mean the black, plastic bungs that seal the holes where the bolts go when rear belts are fitted, I may be able to find you a couple. They are quite hard to remove intact as they are throw away once the bolts are fitted. But I have a couple of scrappers I can raid!

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'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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Carledo wrote: Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:44 pm
RSi wrote: Sat Aug 03, 2019 10:59 pm I'm needing 2 of the floor blanks where the rear seatbelts anchor if anyone can help.
If you mean the black, plastic bungs that seal the holes where the bolts go when rear belts are fitted, I may be able to find you a couple. They are quite hard to remove intact as they are throw away once the bolts are fitted. But I have a couple of scrappers I can raid!

Steve
Yes, those are the ones, needing to fit two as original owner had a child seatbelt fitted.
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

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Re: Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

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What I should have mentioned too and has just been pointed out to me, is I need a 'contact adhesive' that will still allow me to remove these bits of carpets if need be, no nothing so strong it'll cause damage if having to remove them again
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Triumph Dolomite Sprint (RNK 957W)

Automatic, porcelain white - 52,820, genuine mileage (warranted).

Built 26/6/1980, 3 previous owners (2 within the same family).

Supplied by Lavender Hill Garage Ltd, Enfield, London, by garage owner Jimmy Metcalfe on 30th September 1980 to Geoffrey Robinson, Enfield, London.

Club Membership No: 2017092
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