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Triumph Repair/Expert Profile
Expertise
My area of specialty is the Triumph Spitfire 1500 (1973-1980) although I have some technical experience with the GT6 and TR6 models also. I can cover questions on all areas of the Spitfire, from basic mechanical questions to where to find original style seat covers and soft tops. I am not an expert on the TR2/3/4 models. If you need specific detailed help with these models I first recommend obtaining a good repair manual such as the Robert Bentley manual for your particular model.
Experience in the area
I have been a Spitfire owner for 20 years and have done all my own repair work. On the Spitfire I've done just about everything except mount and balance tires.
In addition to street use I have been autocrossing a Spitfire with the SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) in Modified class since 1997.
Organizations
Red River Triumph Club
SCCA (Sports Car Club of America)
NASS (North American Spitfire Squadron)
FOT (Friends of Triumph)
What do you like about this subject?
I like the mechanical challenge that the Triumph automobiles present.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I want to learn how to tame Lucas!
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
The Triumph Spitfire front suspension uprights were used on several of the early Lotus Sports cars and sports racers. Drivetrains were used in custom "kit" cars such as the Devin, and drivetrains were used in cars such as the TVR 2500M (TR6). There was even the Herald powered Amphicar.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Many people have not heard of Standard-Triumph. Do you know their history? Look at www.vtr.org for answers
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Chris and Roger | 10/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | can't on just one question, But Jim's ..... |
| Cesarin | 10/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You are verry good more than one ..... |
| Geoff | 09/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | HI there I found your awnser to ..... |
| Noah | 08/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Jerry | 08/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks I'll try to punch out the ..... |
Recent Answers from Jim
2009-10-12 Single rail gearbox -Spitty 1500:
Roger, Sorry, I don't have the tooth counts for the single rail gearbox ratios. You might try some of the specialist Triumph parts suppliers. If you don't have a local dealer you can always try
2009-10-12 accent 99 prime oil pump:
Cesarin, 3 ways that I know of: 1) Fill the oil pump with petroleum jelly (aka Vaseline) before putting the pump in place. That will help build vacuum to pull oil into the pump when you first
2009-10-10 drive shaft oil flinger:
Chris and Roger, It sounds like someone may have had that axle out of the trunnion at some point. Push the oil flinger tight against the trunnion (bearing housing) and measure the distance from the
2009-10-09 1976 triumph spit 1500:
Tony, If you're in the UK and it's a "home market car" then it should have twin HS4 SU carbs. From the symptoms you describe it sounds like it's running rich. Have you checked the choke linkage
2009-10-09 77 spitfire wheel stud adapters:
Rick, I'm not really familiar with the aftermarket rim setups. You might try searching the online auction sites (ebay, yahoo, etc) to see if anyone is offering the pieces you're looking for. Or
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