Inside the Triumph TR6's Ingenious F1 Fuel Injection System | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

In this episode of Tyrrell's Classic Workshop, Iain delves into the mechanical marvel that is the 1975 Triumph TR6 PI, a classic British sports car that marries traditional design with groundbreaking engineering. This particular Triumph TR6 PI, under the expert care of Iain for the majority of its life, showcases the early Lucas mechanical fuel injection system. A system that, despite its complexities, powered Formula 1 race cars into the 1980s and represents a crucial step in automotive engineering. The Lucas system, renowned for its reliability in an era where electronic aids were still in their infancy, epitomizes the ingenuity of British engineering. Yet, it's a system that demands respect and precision to function correctly, a challenge that Iain embraces with his usual expertise. The episode highlights Iain's meticulous process of adjusting the fuel injection to achieve optimal performance, a task that provides viewers with a rare glimpse into the technical nuances of classic car maintenance. Moreover, the video does not shy away from the quirks of British automotive design, with Marcus undertaking an investigation into a malfunctioning speedometer. The commitment to thoroughness is a hallmark of Tyrrell's Classic Workshop, ensuring every aspect of the vehicle's performance is scrutinised and perfected. The episode concludes with a testament to the craftsmanship involved in restoring such a classic – a spirited road test. You can almost feel the open road beneath the car as Iain tests the TR6 PI, now running more sweetly than ever after the fine-tuning of its fuel injection system. This drive not only serves as a nod to the joy these classics bring but also as a validation of the painstaking work undertaken in the workshop. For enthusiasts of classic British sports cars, and all fans of automotive nerdiness, this episode on the Triumph TR6 PI is a must-watch, providing insight, expertise, and, above all, a deep appreciation for the art of classic car restoration and maintenance. Join Iain as he explores the intricacies of the Triumph TR6 PI, a vehicle that embodies the spirit of innovation and the enduring legacy of British automotive engineering. Other episodes mentioned during this one: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - Recommissioning an Automotive Icon https://youtu.be/ISell98Jv9w BMW M1 - the Munich Masterpiece https://youtu.be/qizbfQKlCIw Ferrari 456 - recovering lost power from the Italian V12 https://youtu.be/O2_s7BkSi1I This video was brought to you by Howden - https://www.astonlark.com/tyrrellsworkshop Follow Iain on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iain_tyrrell/ An Aviant Digital Media Production. Find us at https://www.aviantdigitalmedia.co.uk Chapters 00:00 Triumph TR6 PI 03:48 Why the TR6 PI is special - the ingenious Lucas Fuel Injection system 14:53 Adjusting the Lucas Mechanical Fuel Injection System 19:48 Have you ever seen a fuel injector working? 23:20 What a lot of history! 26:07 Triumph TR6 road test = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = IMAGE CREDITS Sourced from Wikimedia Commons unless otherwise stated. Title: BF-109G - Flying Legends 2015 Creator: Airwolfhound from Hertfordshire, UK https://www.flickr.com/people/24874528@N04 Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0 Title: 1935 Daimler DB 600 aircraft engine Creator: Morio https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Morio Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 Title: Assorted discrete transistors. Creator: Mister rf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Mister_rf Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 Title: Rolls-Royce Merlin III engine, at the Royal Air Force Museum London. Creator: tataquax https://www.flickr.com/photos/25451699@N04 Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0 Title: Late TR4 engine layout showing twin Stromberg carbs on short neck radiator. Creator: Jfinney Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0 Title: Jaguar D-Type at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018 Creator: Neil https://www.flickr.com/people/86507786@N00 Licence: CC BY 2.0 Title: A Ford Cosworth DFV F1 engine on display at the Rahmi M. Koç Museum of Transportation. Creator: Mr.choppers https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Mr.choppers Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 Title: Ferrari 330 P3 Creator: crazylenny2 https://www.flickr.com/people/92915470@N03 Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0 Title: Ferrari 330 P4 at Museo Ferrari di Maranello Creator: Arione Leonardo Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0 Title: Triumph TR5 at Arley Hall Classic Car Show 23/09/2012 Creator: SG2012 Licence: CC BY 2.0 Title: Triumph 2500 PI Mk2 Creator: Charles01 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Charles01 Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 Title: Laycock de Normanville "J type" Overdrive Unit Creator: Macfip https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Macfip Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 LICENCE LINKS CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/ CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/ CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/