Ok, so there is obviously more to it than that, but bolting on an induction kit can increase your cars power from 12bhp, up to 15bhp rolling road proven. Spitfires and gt6s engine numbers are located on the distributor side at the back of the engine on a flat area between the head and block. Over 300 pages from the original spitfire mkiv and spitfire 1500 spare parts catalogues, covering the later spitfire models, from november 1970 to august 1980. And no amount of tuning with that needle is going to make it right. Buy triumph spitfire parts and accessories for your repair, rebuild and restoration. Triumph spitfire cars a brief history picture of triumph spitfire cars in 1965 the mark ii model was launched, and its engine now prod. The new engine had just a few additional horses, but the increased torquean extra 10 lb.
Triumph spitfire mk4 dolomite 0 engine im unable to find any numbers on the block, im attaching what photos i have, where the numbers are traditionally stamped is blank. The weight of a standard triumph engine is 275 pounds. Engine restoration and performance parts for your triumph. 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. The triumph 1500 engine is the worst bit of engineering i have ever come across to the point that i now point. 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 vehicle was based on a design produced for standard triumph in 1957 by italian designer giovanni michelotti. This page tuneup data for the triumph spitfire and gt6. 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. Before attempting to tune carburettors, ensure that the engine oil filler cap and the dipstick are both secure, as air drawn. British parts northwest triumph spitfire performance parts.
It had the usual niggles of cars of the era but mothing particularly outstanding. The car was largely based upon the chassis of the triumph herald saloon, but shortened and without the heralds. Tuning data fields left blank are ones i am still hunting for correct info. Triumph spitfire 0 early small journal carrillo conrod. Moss motors offers a full range of replacement engine parts and performance accessories to restore or upgrade your triumph spitfire. Some of this work was typically shown in the triumph tuning handbook of the late 1960s. 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. Triumph spitfire cylinder block and components rimmer bros. The engine numbers are found under the fourth spark plug closest to the window in the following list you can find the corresponding numbers. Triumph tuning tips and modifications maximise your triumphs driving pleasure. The spitfire was quicker, better equipped and much simpler to maintain all whilst being largely based upon the chassis, engine and running gear of the triumph herald saloon. The vehicle was based on a design produced for standardtriumph in 1957 by italian designer giovanni michelotti. Aug 25, 20 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 one of those cars ive always sworn ill buy.
The guru of triumph engine modification is kas kastner, who singlehandedly launched triumphs very successful competition department and literally wrote the book. These are just some of the many books concerning triumph spitfires that are available from amazon. The renowned italian designer michelotti had been instrumental in styling the spitfires sleek bodywork. Instead of a regular triumph spitfire radiator, a larger triumph herald radiator is used. The moss spitfire parts guide also has a good tuning section. Triumph spitfire 1500 repair workshop manual 19751979. Triumph spitfire info, triumph spitfire, all info you need for owning or buying a spitfire.
Fixing the common rear end sag on triumph spitfire by inspection and replacement of leaf springs, bushings or shock absorbers. British parts northwest triumph spitfire ignition, piston. Below are some of our favourite books on the triumph spitfires and on triumph sports cars in general. With a maximum top speed of mph kmh, a curb weight of 1567 lbs 711 kgs, the spitfire ii has a naturallyaspirated inline 4 cylinder engine, petrol motor. A short engine is the middle section of the engine assembly, namely the cylinder block. Dual girling 58 bore master cylinders with integral reservoirs and bias bar. This factory repair manual covers triumph spitfire 1500 models with inline 4cylinder 1. How to power tune ford sohc pinto and sierra cosworth dohc engines. All orders placed will be invoiced and charged in british pounds gbp. 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. Bigger engines weigh more, such as the 427, weighing 701 pounds. Triumph spitfire 0, my first car back in 1981 photos and description of triumph spitfire,triumph.
While the spitfire has the mgb as a formidable adversary, the gt6 is still in a class of its own. Get the best deals on parts for triumph spitfire when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. Triumph spitfire restoration parts and accessories moss motors. Fast delivery worldwide payment options including paypal. 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. As the name suggests, the model now featured a 1500cc engine1493cc to be exact. Engine tuning 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. Triumph spitfire performance and tuning parts moss europe. All in all, the common faults of a triumph spitfire are few and far between. A big change occurred for the 1973 model year, as triumph released the spitfire 1500 model. It is far superior to the haynes manual covering the same vehicle.
Visit the french spitfire clubs triumph serial numbers page for clues to that odd engine or transmission number. This book is a reprint of the factory service manual for the later model spitfire with the 1. Follow the triumph manuals, be thorough, and pay attention to all these little details, and the results you achieve will far exceed any number of bolt ons. This engine produces a maximum power of 68 ps 67 bhp 50 kw at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque. Triumph spitfire parts spitfire spares moss europe. 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 one of those cars ive always sworn ill buy. Engine turned aluminum panels provide a classic look. Four sports cars june 1970 the mkii mgb goes headtohead with the porsche 914, fiat 124 spider and triumph tr6. If you are intending to buy a triumph spitfire, you should have a walk round of the vehicle first to look at body condition, the interior and overall alignment of the body panels and doors. 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. Pdf parts catalogue 22 mb triumph spitfire mkiiii, 4.
Lindsay porter is a wellrespected and prolific author of practical automotive books and manuals. Only recently did i discovered what the su designers had been up to all these years, and it certainly opened my eyes to the potential of su carbs. I was actually looking for a treatise on competition and tuning for these engines. Triumph spitfire and gt6 details the history and development of these classic cars, with specification guides for each of the five spitfire derivatives and three gt6 models. Spitfire mkiv, 1500 books boot lid and luggage rack brake. Getting started induction spitfire engine guide v1. Adjustments running adjustments valve seat attention occasionally have the compression pressures checked by your triumph dealer. Triumph spitfire performance parts, tuning parts and. Period accessories for the spitfire some of the period accessories available for the new triumph spitfire at the time of its introduction in 1963. Douglas of the triumph network states that a variety of engines will fit, from the stock engine to a ford 427 big block. It was an eyecatching twoseater sports car based on a modified triumph herald chassis with most of its mechanical components also coming from the herald. Jun 19, 2019 in 1972 triumph rationalized production by using the us market 1,493cc engine in all markets, but only applying the emissions controls to the us market engines, and tuning up the engine for british and european markets thus creating the fastest spitfire yet, other than the cars fighter aircraft namesake of world war ii. Home triumph triumph spitfire triumph spitfire engine components triumph spitfire cylinder block and components order your triumph spitfire cylinder block and components.
Looking for spitfire performance parts for your classic. The principle is simple, the more air you get in the engine, the more power you get out. The prices will be converted into your domestic currency by your credit card company who may. The triumph spitfire was a brilliantly conceived and executed sports car, it outclassed its competitors, the midget and sprite, in every way possible. Spitfire up to 1977 catalytic converter specification only idle speed 700900 r. Triumph spitfire, gt6, vitesse and herald restoration manual. Triumph spitfire and gt6 by john thomason, 9781861268617, available at book.
Our reconditioned full engines have one of the highest rebuild specifications available on the market. Paul is almost anal about tuning and feels symptoms that completely elude me. It can help you decide if, for example, if the engine has been replaced with one from a herald instead of a spitfire. Spitfire engine unit and to make available the following two stages of tune. Subjects range from owners manuals, restoration tips, and the history of the triumph spitfire car. Triumph spitfire spec performance photos gb classic cars. This engine produces a maximum power of 68 ps 67 bhp 50 kw at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 91. Dcoes are made in several sizes which relate to the bore of their induction barrels. Get the best deals on parts for triumph spitfire when you shop the largest online selection at. Providing the engine is functioning satisfactorily, and the compression pressures of all the cylinders are equal.
Triumph spitfire restoration parts and accessories moss. Triumph spitfire engine for sale in uk view 66 bargains. The main consideration is not the size, but the weight. Your aim is a low speed engine, 6000rpm max, with 100 ft ib of torque, and will comfortably exceed 100 hp, and pull seamlessly from 05500 and will not leak oil. Air filters are the first step to tuning any engine. Triumph spitfire mkiv1500 spare parts catalogue over 300 pages from the original spitfire mkiv and spitfire 1500 spare parts catalogues, covering the later spitfire models, from november 1970 to august 1980. The result was the triumph spitfire introduced in 1962. Page 64 running adjustments tuning carburettors figs. A brief history of the triumph spitfire everything you need. Common faults of a triumph spitfire find my classic car. Here at moss europe we stock thousands of parts at great prices with fast door to door delivery. To make it easier for our overseas customers, you can now browse our website and view prices in any of the currencies listed below.
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