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by Diecuts@aol.com
Fri May 25, 2007 11:32 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC Tickford (Actually TA)
Replies: 18
Views: 10919

Re: TC Tickford

Hi all,

The TC tickford is actually a TA Tickford. For the additional rarity, the lister has raised the 'buy it now price' from $60,000 to $70,000.

The lister needs to post some better pics.

Cheers,
Lee Jacobsen,
TA2969 tickford.
by Diecuts@aol.com
Fri May 25, 2007 11:20 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC Tickford (Actually TA)
Replies: 18
Views: 10919

Re: TC Tickford

According to legend, the TA/TB chassis was widened with outriggers to allow for the wider Tickford body. After the war, and wanting a wider car for the American market, the Tickford chassis was used for the TC. That is the only connection between Tickford and TCs that I am aware of . So, it would be...
by Diecuts@aol.com
Wed Feb 23, 2000 11:04 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Doors falling off or sloppy?
Replies: 4
Views: 779

Re: Doors falling off or sloppy?

Hi Chuck and all, Brass threaded inserts are indeed a door-saver. I have used them on both the TA and SA Tickfords which have heavy doors with excellent results. MG designers knew Tickford doors were heavy and added a third hinge to help out, but as you point out, wood screws eventually 'get tired'....