Hi. Forum newbie here. I am the proud new (3rd) owner of a 1975 Pimento red TR6 (aka Little Red). I pretty much grew up in LBC's. From 1967 to about 1982-3 I owned more than a few of them, including more than a dozen MGB's (7 roadworthy), a B with a GT6 engine transplant, a '64 Mini 'Woody' wagon, and a TR2A. I always wanted a TR6 when I was younger and now, after 25 years, I have one as a retirement toy.
My probing of the vehicle has raised some questions regarding it's actual model year, a nice thing to know when part shopping. I think it is actually a '74½, although it is registered as a 1975. The commission # is CF30120U which makes it a 1974½. The motor (#CF29831UE) does not have an air pump like the '75s and only minimal vacuum hoses and the car has the bumper boobs which I don't know when they started (74 or 75). Can anyone tell me whether I was right in thinking it is a '74½?
Also, the PO replaced the original head with a '73 head with no EGR valve. What effect, if any, will this have on the operation and/or performance of the motor? I'm mainly concerned about fuel buildup in the crankcase, or is that taken care of by the charcoal canister? Any performance hits?
I have to get to know my new toy as I just got her but I'm sure I will have more questions in the future once I learn her personality. Memories of the sounds and smells of past LBCs came flooding back the first time I took her for a spin and I look forward to many miles of smiles with her in the future, with some help from some friends.
Dean
My probing of the vehicle has raised some questions regarding it's actual model year, a nice thing to know when part shopping. I think it is actually a '74½, although it is registered as a 1975. The commission # is CF30120U which makes it a 1974½. The motor (#CF29831UE) does not have an air pump like the '75s and only minimal vacuum hoses and the car has the bumper boobs which I don't know when they started (74 or 75). Can anyone tell me whether I was right in thinking it is a '74½?
Also, the PO replaced the original head with a '73 head with no EGR valve. What effect, if any, will this have on the operation and/or performance of the motor? I'm mainly concerned about fuel buildup in the crankcase, or is that taken care of by the charcoal canister? Any performance hits?
I have to get to know my new toy as I just got her but I'm sure I will have more questions in the future once I learn her personality. Memories of the sounds and smells of past LBCs came flooding back the first time I took her for a spin and I look forward to many miles of smiles with her in the future, with some help from some friends.

Dean
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