Re: Stag questions/parts wanted

[Glenn Merrell <gmerrel@domain.elided>]

Hello Ben,
	Welcome to the fold.  Ah yes, many questions.  Let's discuss them one at a
time.

ben dover wrote:

> Electrics -
> 
> I was playing with the drivers side doom light door switch while the
> battery was connected, sparks went flying and now the lights don't
> work.  I checked all the fuses on the bulk head and they are all fine.

Well, that's what you get for playing with the "doom" lamp ;-}

The B post lights are supposed to be fed off of the Battery Control Fuse, Fuse 1
or most inboard, Ignition Control is where the reversing lamps are fed.  Does
you horn work?  or Glovebox light or console lamps?  All off of fuse one. 
Sometimes the fuses may LOOK okay, but the wire separated in the metal cap below
sight.  only test is to take them out and use an ohm meter to check it for
continuity, or use a low wattage lightbulb and a battery.  Could be you fried
the wire going to the bulb if the fuse did not blow, or maybe the interior light
switch is also a problem part.

> My reversing lights don't work.  I'm assuming that there is some sort
> of switch in the automatic gearbox that makes a circuit when engaged
> in reverse.  Is there anything here that I need to look into?
> 
> My passengers side electric window moves up and down very slowly.  I
> intend to overhaul the system with WD-40 and grease.  Is there a
> conditioner for the channels that the windows move up and down in.

When you take the window lift motor out, clean out the old grease, remove the
gears, clean out the sleeve bearings.  Relube with a good lightweight lubriplate
white grease that does not dry out or affect nylon gears.
> 
> I went onto Rimmer Bros. web page and they have a BL workshop manual
> listed.  Is it worth getting or should I try and obtain a Haynes
> manual or equivalent.

If you can swing it, buy both.  If you have to pick, buy the BL Repair
Operations Manual.  Buy a Stag Parts Catalogue too.

> 
> Seat belts-
> 
> My seat belts, once released, don't return to their normal position.
> Can I open them up and try and get the springs to work a little better
> or should I consider buying new ones.

The recoil units are most likely gummed up.  They can be taken apart, cleaned
and lubricated with lubriplate type white grease.
> 
> The back seats don't have any seat belts.  Can seat belts be fitted?

Rimmers has Brittax rear belts, as does Paddock.  Paddock will be less dollars
on them, unless you can get one of Rimmers free shipping deals.
> 
> Brakes-
> 
> The brakes were serviced before I bought the car, but they  don't feel
> like that they'll stop the car in an emergency.  Is there anything I
> can do here?  I read somewhere that I can ad after market calipers and
> pads.  Any recommendations welcome

Well, did the PO tell you the type and manufacturer of the brake fluid used?  It
may just be air/water in the system, and a good brake bleeding might fix
things.  But, if you do not know what type of fluid was in the reserviour, it is
a guess at best.  The wrong fluid could trash out your brake seals.

> 
> Power Steering
> 
> The power steering feels very light, too light for comfort.  Again I
> read that it should not be too light any clues what I can do here?

"light" feel is a typical complaint for the Stag, some like it, some don't, some
say ...what light steering??.  Not a problem unless you are planning speeds over
90 MPH for long periods.

> 
> Items wanted
> 
> Does someone have a front bumper for a 71 Stag that they willing to
> sell?
> I'm looking for a parking light, rear passengers side, lens
> 

If you are in the USA, Try Matthews Foreigh car parts in Alabama, Team Triumph
in Ohio.

Hope this helps,

Regards,
Glenn  Merrell
Triumph Stag Register USA VP
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