Found this video from the 1980s featuring jackie stewart talking about performance driving. Visit the french spitfire clubs triumph serial numbers page for clues to that odd engine or transmission number. The chap who created this stop motion film is one of the few chosen ones who successfully completed a full engine rebuild without throwing in the towel and marching down to the pub, the engine in the film is a 1500 4 pot from a triumph spitfire. Douglas of the triumph network states that a variety of engines will fit, from the stock engine to a ford 427 big block. The size and type of a stromberg are given by numbers and letters.
Iain ayres book everyday modifications for your triumph spitfire, herald, vitesse and gt6, above, gives a good overview and he refers to some of the more indepth books below. Triumph tuning tips and modifications maximise your triumphs driving pleasure. The triumph spitfire is a small british twoseat sports car, introduced at the london motor show in 1962 and manufactured between 1962 and 1980. The guru of triumph engine modification is kas kastner, who singlehandedly launched triumphs very successful competition department and literally wrote the book on tuning triumphs for higher performance, the triumph preparation handbook see above. Adjustments running adjustments valve seat attention occasionally have the compression pressures checked by your triumph dealer. Triumph spitfire 1500 cabriolet 1979 rebuilt engine t.
It is far superior to the haynes manual covering the same vehicle. This is the online sales department of tr enterprises, specialising in triumph parts and triumph tuning. Engine tuning data for the triumph spitfire and gt6. Classic triumph restoration triumph restoration shop. The triumph experience takes no responsibility for damage or injury as a result of any information contained. Providing the engine is functioning satisfactorily, and the compression pressures of all the cylinders are equal. Triumph spitfire performance and tuning parts moss europe. The main consideration is not the size, but the weight. To add any of the in stock, built to order, or available to order items to your basket, please choose an order qty and then hit the add to basket button to make it easier for our overseas customers, you can now browse our website and view prices in over 30 currencies. Spitfire engine unit and to make available the following two stages of tune. A comprehensive listing of maintenance performed by triumph dealers from 1975 owners manual.
View and download triumph spitfire mk3 handbook online. Fixing the common rear end sag on triumph spitfire by inspection and replacement of leaf springs, bushings or shock absorbers. If you come across a post that appears to be spam, please press report. The vehicle was based on a design produced for standardtriumph in 1957 by italian designer giovanni michelotti. The 1147cc engine is obviously rare and so far fewer tuning bits are available for it, its reliable and took the le mans spitfires to a creditable 4 mph with over 100 bhp from the tiny engine. Triumph spitfire 0 engine problems opinions please. Triumph special tuning triumph parts triumph tuning. While trying to decide what performance parts are right for your triumph spitfire, whether it be brake parts, spark plugs or a new suspension, youll be inundated with a vast choice of performance upgrades at carid. A colourtune and a balancing gauge will be helpful and more accurate than the traditional methods of home tuning. I certainly would not consider increasing the power of the engine without addressing the poor crankshaft location two half thrust bearings are just insufficient and prone to wear and dropping out of place, leaving the crank free to destroy itself and the block. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. The guru of triumph engine modification is kas kastner, who singlehandedly launched triumphs very successful competition department and literally wrote the book.
The stromberg cd carburettor, like the su see adjusting an su carburettor, is a constantdepression carburettor, hence the cd. This page tuneup data for the triumph spitfire and gt6. Spitfire mki, ii, iii door fittings drivers accessories engine and power tuning engine cooling improvements engine most important parts engine mountings and oil. The triumph 1500 engine is the worst bit of engineering i have ever come across to the point that i now point blank refuse to rebuild them. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of triumph from small engined family cars to large engine hot hatches and executive cars. I was actually looking for a treatise on competition and tuning for these engines. Fast delivery worldwide payment options including paypal. Chassis new usa spec to fm 95001 modify for uk pkc118. Covering the triumph spitfire iv, which was also known as the triumph spitfire mark 4, it was fitted with a 1296cc engine and was in production from 1970 to the end of 1974. We are still developing, but if you would like further information, please call or email us and do keep checking for further updates on this site. Some of you may recall the 1979 british racing green triumph spitfire project we had booked in for an engine bay restoration earlier this year, well having seen our coverage of the project on our blog, ian booked his 1971 triumph spitfire for the same restoration treatment and for us to finish the car off by sandblasting and painting the suspension parts and detailing the engine. Early mkiv engines to engine number fh25000e have as all previous spitfires nonrecessed cylinder bores, and use a plain head gasket. The weight of a standard triumph engine is 275 pounds. I will be selling my stage two 1556cc engine and twin 40 dcoe webers soon on a famous internet auction site.
Triumph spitfire performance upgrade parts rimmer bros. Engine restoration and performance parts for your triumph. Triumph spitfire mkiiii, 4, 1500 pdf pricelist triumph spitfire mkiiii, 4, 1500. Launched in october 1962, the spitfire featured sleek styling by famed italian designer giovanni michelotti. I dont know if this will work on the antiquated triumph engine but there is. Triumph spitfire full engine rebuild kits rimmer bros. Here at moss europe we stock thousands of parts at great prices with fast door to door delivery. Top 10 spit problems list of problem areas to be checkedmonitored on your spitfire. It also serves as a reference book for service supervision and covers items of procedure for the guidance of both the fully qualified and the lessexperienced mechanic. Get the best deals on parts for triumph spitfire when you shop the largest online selection at. The car was largely based upon the chassis of the triumph herald saloon, but shortened and without the heralds outrigger sections. Other way is too reduce wieght, speed is all about power to weight ratios. We specialize in mg, tc, td, tf, mga, mgb, mgc, midget, triumph, tr2, tr3, tr3a, tr3b, tr4, tr4a.
These are just some of the many books concerning triumph spitfires that are available from amazon. Subjects range from owners manuals, restoration tips. Moss motors is the worlds largest and oldest british parts supplier. Bigger engines weigh more, such as the 427, weighing 701 pounds. Are you trying to find 1978 triumph spitfire 1500 values. Moss motors offers a full range of replacement engine parts and performance accessories to restore or upgrade your triumph spitfire. British parts northwest triumph spitfire performance parts. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1964 triumph spitfire mk1. It can help you decide if, for example, if the engine has been replaced with one from a herald instead of a spitfire. An easier swap is the slant four dolomite engine which is almost a straight drop in, presumably because triumph once had plans to do this although both swaps are only really justified if you intend to tune the engines further. Get the best deals on triumph spitfire when you shop the largest online selection at.
Getting started induction spitfire engine guide v1. The traditional route would be to book a dyno session to remap the fuelling to compensate for your modifications, but to have full and part throttle tuned in a similar way to our. This book is a reprint of the factory service manual for the later model spitfire with the 1. Looking for spitfire performance parts for your classic. Tuning data fields left blank are ones i am still hunting for correct info. The triumph spitfire 4 stage tuning and competition preparation book is the next item from the batch of books and manuals rescued by colin wake. Triumph produced the fun and affordable spitfire for 18 years, during which time over 314,000 were built. The two work in much the same way, but the stromberg differs in having an air valve commonly called the piston surrounded by a rubber diaphragm in the dashpot. Were currently too focused on triumph engine work, and we currently only build engines for triumph gt6, triumph spitfire 0 large journal, and all 1500 units, triumph tr250 tr5 and triumph tr6 engines. Dcoes are made in several sizes which relate to the bore of their induction barrels. Read about triumph twin power efi tunes and how to install one on your bonneville, thruxton, scrambler, america or speedmaster. Triumph spitfire full engine rebuild kits mkiv cylinder block identification recessed or nonrecessed cylinder bores.
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