Re: [Spits] Replacement transmissin synchro problems -
I can second that. My rebuilt OD transmission (rebuilt by a well-know shop) has the 'new' synchros. 2nd to 3rd cannot be done quickly without some major grindage. When I rebuilt my old 4-speed about 3 years ago, we had a pile of both new and NOS synchros on the bench and you could actually tell by manually twisting them with the respective gear which ones were new and which were NOS, even though they looked identical to the naked eye. The NOS synchros would grab very nicely, the new ones would slip. Unfortunately I have not heard anything recently about the situation improving. Jim On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 12:11 PM, Joe Curry spitl...@cox.net wrote: Barry, What I have heard (and can't say from personal experience) is that the new synchro rings you can buy these days are not even close to being as good as the original ones. If that is indeed the case, I would be looking for some NOS ones. ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spitfires/arch...@jab.org
Re: [Spits] Amicale Spitfires
It looks like they moved their site to a new address: http://www.amicalespitfire.fr/ -Jim On Sun, Mar 28, 2010 at 9:29 PM, Joe Curry spitl...@cox.net wrote: I have been trying to pull up the French Spitfire Club website (Amicale Spitfires) for several days without success. Does anybody know if the site has changed addresses or has been taken down? I shutter to think that it is no longer up since it was a wealth of information and interesting things. Thanks, Joe ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spitfires/jholmg...@gmail.com ___ Spitfires@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spitfires/arch...@jab.org
Re: [Spits] [SUSPECTED SPAM] Transmission installation Update
Hi Jim, So you used the rope-relocation trick, eh? This pic probably looks familiar then... (that's Paul Tegler in the saddle) http://www.littlebluespitfire.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=2450 Having 5 people to help with the process doesn't hurt, but it still took us a full day to swap out my 4-speed with an OD unit. :) Jim NASS #302 NASS Club Secretary '75 Spitfire 1500 w/OD www.littlebluespitfire.com York, PA The trick was suspending a rope cradle from one of the beams in my garage to bear the weight of the front end of the tranny as I guided the little bugger home. ___ The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html You are subscribed as arch...@jab.org Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] High-torque starter fitting
Hi Matt, What kind of starter did you get? I just put one on my '75 a couple of weeks ago, I had no problem with it. I got the one that Ted Schumacher sells, it swivels a full 360* in about 20* increments so you can adjust the angle on it. Slightly blurry picture of it in-situ here on my website: http://www.littlebluespitfire.com/gallery/starter/P1010022 You can see that the solenoid is below the steering arm, just above the frame. Picture of the indexing holes: http://www.littlebluespitfire.com/gallery/starter/P1010020 On Ted's starter, you have to remove two 'set screws' from the holes, when you do that, the entire mount plate swivels freely. It was really easy to set in place, swivel it around to the proper angle, then pull it out and install the set screws to maintain that angle. If you get Spitfire GT6 Magazine, I have an article on the installation in the upcoming issue. Hope this helps! Jim Jim NASS #302 NASS Club Secretary '75 Spitfire 1500 w/OD www.littlebluespitfire.com York, PA The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] trunk light
There was definitely a trunk light available - you can still get them from some of the parts vendors I believe. I have the wiring for mine still, although the light is long-gone. It is wrapped in the same line as the sending unit wiring. The light mounted in the panel that covers the gas tank. I always suspected (guess I could go check the wiring with a meter) that the light was on anytime the headlights are on (?) - I've never seen a switch or a built-in spot to mount one. Jim NASS #302 NASS Club Secretary '75 Spitfire 1500 w/OD www.littlebluespitfire.com York, PA The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] Spitfire sighting! Gas Pump Girls
Interesting writeup on the movie on IMDB...and you can watch the whole movie online for free (I presume) here: www.fancast.com/movies/Gas-Pump-Girls/42137/videos Disclaimer - I've never used Fancast so I'm not certain as to the legitimacy of the service, but it looks like it is a legit offering from Comcast as far as I can tell. Jim NASS #302 NASS Club Secretary '75 Spitfire 1500 '77 Spitfire 1500 w/OD (For Sale) '68 Spitfire Mk3 (SOLD!) www.littlebluespitfire.com York, PA The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] coilovers
Hi Grant, You might want to contact Paul Geithner. He hangs out on the NASS list, not sure if he's on this one, but he is pretty much Mr Suspension when it comes to this stuff. He's probably played with a couple of dozen configurations and setups. He's also written some nice spreadsheets and other tools for playing what if with various springs and suspension components. Jim NASS Club Secretary '68 Spitfire Mk3 (SOLD!) '75 Spitfire 1500 '77 Spitfire 1500 w/OD (For Sale) NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com Can anyone please tell me an approximate weight of the back end of a 1500 Spitfire ?? I am trying to decide what springs to get for my coilovers . The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] GT6 Radiator Caps
One of those fancy non-contact laser thermometers works great for checking this. I thought my Spit was running WAY hot this summer until a friend used his laser thermometer and showed me that it was running perfectly in the temp range. Talk about a sense of relief! It turns out my voltage regulator was done in and had my temp gauge reading way off. You can pick up a cheap one at Horrible Freight for about $40. Nice to be able to see the temp at the top and bottom of the radiator, at the thermostat housing, at the header, etc. at a glance. Plus...it's a lot of fun to play with. :) Actually - they are on sale right now for $29.99 http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=96451 Jim '68 Spitfire Mk3 '75 Spitfire 1500 '77 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com Make sure you check the temp with a calibrated gauge before you get too excited. I have several gauges and senders, and found that I could make the gauge read anywhere from 1/4 to 3/4 depending on exactly which combination I used! Kevin Rhodes Westbrook, ME Freddy the '74 Spitfire Freddy's new older sister - '69 Saab Sonett #1243 - winter project ___ The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] OD checking
Seats are from a Miata. This is a VERY popular conversion. Slide button is a pretty good indicator of O/D, but to be really sure you'll need to pull the tunnel cover and actually look for the OD unit on the tail-end of the transmission. Jim NASS #302 NASS Club Secretary '75 Spitfire 1500 '77 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 www.littlebluespitfire.com York, PA -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Henry Stike Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 9:18 AM To: Spitfire Mailing List Subject: [Spits] OD checking The boy brought home a 80 spit the other day.. been sittin for a few years.. boy that owned it is gone.. Father sold it and not much known about car... has strange seats in it speakers in the seats... look too big for car... strange shifter... has a slide button on the top of it its in rough shape rust has taken its toll anybody know what to check for on an OD unit? does the rear end also have to be swapped? He's going to put the OD in his spit 1500 if it's any good I know the drive shaft is different Thanks.. The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires http://www.team.net/archive
Re: [Spits] Spitfire Header
I bought the European spec Tri-Y exhaust header from John Esposito at Quantum Mechanics. It was OEM to the European Spits and works/fits very nicely, plus it is cast iron and I'm told not nearly as prone to cracking as the stock US exhaust manifold. Warning: This will NOT work with the single Stromberg carb setup without significant modification to the water jacket - ask me how I know. :) I will fit the 1500 and the 8-port 1300's. For $150 + shipping, IMO can't be beat, especially if you are running dual carbs! http://www.quantumechanics.com/categories.php?op=newindexcatid=5 Otherwise, I'd go with Ted - I bought my twin-HS4 carbs from him (among other things). :) Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of The Family Jefferson Sent: Saturday, August 18, 2007 9:12 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: 'Spitfire' Subject: Re: [Spits] Spitfire Header James, I bought a header from Ted for my 75 Spitfire 1500 when I converted to dual SU's. The other stainless steel headers Considering Rimmer Bros. was about $300 (plus shipping) and Spitbits was $400 (plus all that other stuff) I went with Ted. When I installed them, I was told I should have gotten the ceramic coated version, but those are a bit more. R/ Howard Pickerington, Ohio -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, August 18, 2007 1:13 AM To: spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: [Spits] Spitfire Header Help. I'm looking for a high preformance exhaust header (free flow) for my 1300cc Spitfire project. My mechanic says stay away from Pacesetter/Monza parts. I bought a great Strebo header but fitting is a problem. He says I need a good 4 into 2 into to 1 or Tri Y type. I have found one from Ted and one from APT, both are $275. I'm not against paying for these I just was interested to find out if this is what I should get and if I can possibly get one for at a better price. Regards, James The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
Re: [Spits] [BULK?] Starter and oil sensor removal on a '74 1500
It will come out without removing the pressure sender - it just takes some work. I replaced mine about a month ago, took about 10-15 minutes of twisting, turning, cursing and trying different angles before it came out. I can't remember exactly, but I think the back end of the starter needs to come up and toward you. Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joe Ammond Sent: Monday, July 16, 2007 10:48 AM To: spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: [BULK?] [Spits] Starter and oil sensor removal on a '74 1500 Importance: Low Does anyone have any tips on removing the starter from a '74 1500? I've removed the two bolts that attach it to the bellhousing, but there isn't enough clearance to slide it back far enough to remove it entirely. It looks like if I remove the oil pressure sender then I can work it up that way, hence the next question: any tips on removing the oil sender? Thanks, ja. -- Joe Ammond [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
Re: [Spits] [TR] Weber tuning/jetting needed at VTR
Hi Brad, Ted Schumacher from TSI will be there doing some tech sessions, I would suggest giving him a call. I know he's got everything you'd need for the SU carbs, not sure about Webers. http://www.tsimportedautomotive.com/ NFI! Jim Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brad Kahler Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 10:20 PM To: spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: [Spits] [TR] Weber tuning/jetting needed at VTR Anyone know if any of the vendors or anyone else will be bringing a Weber jet kit to VTR? We are having trouble with the Weber in Susan's Spitfire (DGV 32/36) and think it's probably time for some new jets. (We're not looking for a freebie, just to see if someone will be there with the knowledge and the equipment.) Neither one of us is very familiar with the Weber, so on-site help would be great! Thanks, Brad ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
RE: A quote on the swing-spring
Yep...it was a noticeable difference, not that I ever noticed but then I don't follow myself often. :) Oh...and that particular problem has been fixed on my Spit. :) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 05, 2006 9:28 PM To: Joe Curry; 'Jim Muller'; spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: Re: A quote on the swing-spring The longer axles go with the wider body styling of the squaretail Ask Jim Holmgen just how much wider the body is. heh heWe realized as Carlisle EGT this year that he had one long and one short axle on his squaretail. VERY noticeable from behind while driving down the road. Paul Tegler [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.teglerizer.com The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: A quote on the swing-spring
I put a proper-sized axle on that side of the car. :) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Muller Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 1:27 PM To: spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: RE: A quote on the swing-spring On 6 Nov 2006 at 12:30, Jim Holmgren wrote: then I don't follow myself often. :) Oh...and that particular problem has been fixed on my Spit. :) What problem would that be? Following yourself? So did you fix it with a swing-spring or a camber compensator? The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: Chrome shop recommendation needed in NJ or PA
I've never used them personally, but I know a lot of members of the Central Penn Triumph Club use/recommend Librandi's in Middletown PA. http://www.carchrome.com/ Jim Jim Holmgren MCSE, CCNA Associate Director, MIS Advertising.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of davewillner Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2006 8:22 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; spitfires@autox.team.net; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Chrome shop recommendation needed in NJ or PA I'm trying to locate a good chrome plating shop in either central/northern New Jersey or in central/northeastern PA. If anyone has had any good experiences and can recommend a reasonable shop, I would really appreciate it. Thanks for the help The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: 1972 Spit for sale update...possible scam
Scamola.
The MO will be counterfeit, but your bank won't know until they've
already cashed it for you and you have sent the $5400 to the
International Transporter. Guess who your bank is going to come back
to for the money! :)
If you want to spook him, tell him you will only deal through an escrow
company for overseas transactions. If he's legit, he shouldn't mind.
Chances are you'll never hear from him again.
Out of curiosity, do you have the header information from the email you
received from him that you could forward to me? I'd like to see where
he's really located.
Jim
'75 Spitfire 1500
'68 Spitfire Mk3
NASS #302
York, PA
www.littlebluespitfire.com
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of d t gebhard
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Subject: 1972 Spit for sale update...possible scam
Spitlisters,
A little update on the sale of my Spitfire.
I was contacted by a Mr. Eric Daniels from London ( he says) wanting
to buy the Spit.
Here's what he wanted to do...He wanted to send me an International
MO for $8000.00 USD to buy a car for $3600.00 (his offer {for my
troubles}). He then asks that I cash the MO at any bank, keep my share
and send the rest via Western Union to an International transporter
who will come and immediately pick up the car for overseas shipment. He
emphasizes that he's trusting me with his money and that I'll send it
on. THIS IS A SCAM!I could easily
be out $8k PLUS a car!I didn't fall for it.
What do you people think
DTG
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RE: 1972 Spit for sale update...possible scam
== Hey Jim, which one of your Spitis are you going to offer him? ;-) Eric Heinsberg/Germany == Heck, I should get 10k easy for the Mk3, even with the top of the engine torn apart! He can't afford the '75 - it runs! ;-) Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: victoria british/those other guys...
Parts for Spitfires? These are my 'big 3' in no special order: www.spitbits.com (Nigel) www.bpnorthwest.com (great bunch to deal with - fast shipping) http://www.tsimportedautomotive.com (Ted is awesome, if you can get him on the phone - he'll tell anything you'll need to know about a Spitfire/GT6) Others to consider: http://www.motorheadltd.com/ (based in Virginia) www.victoriabritish.com www.the-roadster-factory.com (based near Pittsburgh, PA) Hope this helps! Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '68 Spitfire Mk3 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of scott Sent: Monday, May 01, 2006 12:00 AM To: spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: victoria british/those other guys... so in the process of looking for a/c parts and other parts I thought the prospective gt6 would need, I found another, nicer one for sale. looks like I'll be buying that one. that one, though, has a few rust holes that I remember my spitfire having, and I got some replacement sheet metal from victoria british. I remember being very disappointed with the quality of the panel, and I ended up scouring the town for a body guy to fab the small panel I needed rather than try to get the victoria british part to work. I later ended up being kinda unhappy with a lot of what they sent me. not all of it, but I remember thinking they weren't overly concerned with what they were sending out. has this changed any? this was about ten years ago. the only other option at the time wasn't really an option--the guys (whose name I can not now remember for the life of me) in pennsylvania. you know 'em, big outfit, were building an inn/hotel last I paid attention. had some bear teddy ruxpin mascot. did all things tr3-6, and some late spitfire, but no early spitfire. I asked for four years, and each time the early spit was right around the corner, but never happened. I remember they said they had stuff, but never seemed around to getting a list out. had to call each time and spent a lot of time on hold. anyhow, I suppose I'm asking to see who we get parts from nowadays. scott The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: [TR] 5$ TRF shipping?
It's back this weekend too...just got the email. Five-Dollar Shipping mean that we will ship any package not considered oversize or overweight by UPS for just $5.00. This offer is good to the 48 states for packages shipped by UPS or by U.S. Mail. It also applies to Canadian shipments delivered by post. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 17, 2006 11:01 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; spitfires@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [TR] 5$ TRF shipping? It was last weekend. Bob The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: 69 GT6+ Carpet?
Hi Scott, Try the folks at Newton Commercial. They supply most of the big vendors with their molded sets: http://www.newtoncommercial.co.uk/triumph.html NFI...but quite pleased with the set I bought from them for my Spitfire. Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com --- Hi folks, I just purchased a 69 GT6+. It needs black carpet. I was told it had loop style not plush. Does anyone know where I can get the best quality loop carpet at the best price? I normally buy through LBCar Co but I understand he sells Moss and Moss does not carry much for GT6. Vroom, Scott Mashed 60 Healey BN7 59 MGA 69 GT6+ http://www.geocities.com/bgeuroclassics/BG_Euro.html The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html === This list supported in part by The Vintage Triumph Register === http://www.vtr.org === Help keep Team.Net on the air === http://www.team.net/donate.html === unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try === http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool === Other lists available at === http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo === Archives at http://www.team.net/archive === http://www.team.net/the-local === Edit your replies!
RE: vopor lock
My guess would be to check your fuel pump - pretty quick and easy to do. I had the same symptoms on my '75 when the pump died - it would fill the carb fine at slow speed, but when you opened it up - the pump couldn't supply enough fuel (chugga,chugga, chugga). Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 York, PA www.littlebluespitfire.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of d t gebhard Sent: Tuesday, July 05, 2005 1:38 PM To: Spit List Subject: vopor lock Well here it is 4th of July weekend and I'm not driving the Spit...vapor lock or at least that's what I think it is. Symptoms, let it idle to get hot. drive away with plenty of go but then chugga,chugga,chugga,die. Let cool, restart. Repeat. I've moved the fuel line to go near the firewall and built what I thought to be an effective heat shield. I will entertain any and all ideas. It's still got the original fuel pump and stromburg carb. Thank Dave Gebhard 1972 Spit The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: getting ready for spring...
Dan, You can also order the molded sets directly from Newton Commercial in the UK. http://newtoncomm.co.uk/index.html I ordered mine via their website on a Wednesday night, and received them on Monday afternoon - I'm in Pennsylvania! Cost with duties/shipping/etc was still about $50 less than the US suppliers I could find - although many (I know Spitbits and VB sales are on now, TRF soon to follow) are having their winter sales right now, so you might do better. Good luck! Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Mayer Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2005 4:29 PM To: spitfires list Subject: getting ready for spring... Good day all, Well, come spring i have a lot to do to the Spitfire. Among many other things, i need to get a carpet set, headlights an exhaust system. What would everyones suggestions be for these three items in particular? Carpets: Are the moulded carpet sets really worth the money? Or are the delux or regular sets just as good? I am looking for a good quality and fairly easy to install. Any suggestions as to the best places to buy sets? The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: Paint for frame
Paul, I haven't used it on my frame (yet), but I've had some really nice results with POR-15 on my floorpans and trunk. It stinks to high-heaven and you don't want to get it on you, but it seems to be super-tough stuff when it dries. You can buy it directly from them at www.por15.com or from a couple of places on eBay. The seller I bought it from on eBay has free shipping and is a couple of bucks cheaper than retail. NFI, if you email me off list I'll give you their details - they have an eBay 'shop'. Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Paul Grafelman Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 9:10 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Paint for frame List, I've finally finished removing everything from the frame of my 77, and am ready to take it to the sandblaster. I am not sure what type primer and paint to use afterwards though. I've been painting many of the components ans they have come off the car myself with rustolium, and the results have been very good. It's seems feasable to paint the frame this way, but I'm not convinced yet. What types of paint have you used, and did you have it done or do it yourself, and what was your approx cost? Paul Grafelman 77 Spitfire The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: Paint for frame
It was pointed out to me that it's OK to list the vendor I bought my POR-15 from on eBay. They treated me fairly, and shipped my paint free and quickly (they are based in NC). The place is called JT Outfitters - they have an eBay 'store'. http://stores.ebay.com/JT-Outfitters_W0QQsspagenameZl2QQtZkm Again - NFI - just a satisfied customer. The also have a regular website and a BM store, where they specialize in Toyota parts: http://jtoutfitters.com Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Holmgren Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 10:03 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Paul Grafelman Subject: RE: Paint for frame Paul, I haven't used it on my frame (yet), but I've had some really nice results with POR-15 on my floorpans and trunk. It stinks to high-heaven and you don't want to get it on you, but it seems to be super-tough stuff when it dries. You can buy it directly from them at www.por15.com or from a couple of places on eBay. The seller I bought it from on eBay has free shipping and is a couple of bucks cheaper than retail. NFI, if you email me off list I'll give you their details - they have an eBay 'shop'. Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 NASS #302 The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: possible engine swap topic??
A had a friend attempt to convince me to convert my '75 Spit to an EV. :p -Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 (Gas engine...and stayin' that way!) The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: New fuel pump = carb leaking gas?
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nolan Penney Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 2004 11:03 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: New fuel pump = carb leaking gas? Replacement fuel pumps are notorious for having excessive pressure. Many of them put out upwards of 5-7 psi, which thoroughly overwhelms a british carburetor designed for 2-4 psi. -- That's what I'm hearing from a lot of different sources ...anyone know a solution? Perhaps a pressure regulator of some sort? Jim The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
Door handle gaskets
Quick and simple (hopefully) question for you all. I'm getting ready to re-install my exterior door handles on my '75 Spitfire. I bought new gaskets for the handles, since the old ones were basically gone - not much left of them. Should I use any kind of adhesive or other treatment on the gaskets before I reinstall the handles, or just let the compression from tightening the door handle hold them in place? The gaskets are a cork-like material. Thanks in advance for the advice! Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: Spitfire Gear Box Oil
So my synchros are grinding just a little bit, and I'm thinking before finding someone to tear down and rebuild the transmission, perhaps I should try just changing out the trans fluif. Boy would that make me a happy camper! So, looking at MTL's website, are you using MTL or MT-90? Also - it sounds a whole lot easier to pop the shifter out than to access the inaccessium filler plug by removing the tranny cover (and carpets and vertical dash support and various inner trim bits). Any gotchas or downside to filling from the top? Is there an over-filling potential? (and would that necessarily be a bad thing?) Thanks for the advice! -Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Henry Stike Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2004 11:06 AM To: Andrew Beck Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Spitfire Gear Box Oil The filler plug is on the side of tranny, or you can pop the shifter out and fill it from top, also we have been using a product called Redline MTL in the spit. Did some reading before and this stuff works great as it doesnt get as thick as normal gear oil and is easier to shift and synchros dont grind anymore when shifting. There have been discussions on the best fluid before and I have been led to believe that some of the SAE 90 stuff will destroy the brass stuff in the tranny. Don Henry Stike --- Andrew Beck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1979 Triumph Spitfire Ok, so I think I will change the gearbox oil. I have the SAE90 oil and all that stuff. I can find the drain plug on the bottom of the gearbox. I have no idea where to even look for the filler plug... None of my repair manuals tell you where it is, and I can't find anything that would fit the bill. Anyone know where the damn gearbox filler plug IS? The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: Spitfire Gear Box Oil
Received this handy tip from Joe Curry (thanks Joe!), figured I should share it with you all - I think this is the way I'm going to go: One other thing I should mention: If you get yourself some clear aquarium tubing (the big stuff about the size of your finger), you can fit it into the filler and run it up and forward so that it sticks up ahead of the firewall into the engine compartment. Using a small funnel, you can watch the oil flow through the tubing until it starts to accumulate in the tubing. At that point you can remove the tubing and quickly install the plug without losing much of that expensive oil. Put a clean drip pan below the opening to catch any of that dear stuff and pour it back in the plastic bottle. -Original Message- From: Aaron Johnson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2004 6:25 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Jim Holmgren; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Spitfire Gear Box Oil Get one of those little pumps and transfer the gear oil to an old engine oil container and pump it up into the fill hole...works like a champ! aaron -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 11 April 2004 14:45 To: Jim Holmgren; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Spitfire Gear Box Oil Are you suggesting removing the shifter lever and pouring the oil into its socket? If you were to do this, the oil would immediately go all over the ground! You should be able to get to the filler plug from below. It's awkward, and you will get your hand filthy, but it's definitely doable. Doug Braun '72 Spit The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: Speakers and batteries
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Hamilton Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2004 9:41 PM To: SpitfireMailList; Spit6 Mail List Subject: Speakers and batteries I must be nearing completion since I'm contemplating the above subject. 1.) Does anyone have any experience with the Optima batteries? I have up-rated my electricals to a Bosch 65 amp unit and am wondering what the proper battery specs. should be. Hi Ed, In addition to my Spitfire, I own a hybrid vehicle (Honda Insight) and I am semi-active on a few EV lists (more of a lurker, really). Optima batteries are generally well regarded amongst the EV-ers. In fact, one of the folks (whom I regard as an EV guru) has his electric dragster sponsered by Optima - that's good enough endorsement for me. I plan on using an Optima when I need to replace my Spitfire's (or Insight's) battery. -Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 '01 Honda Insight (61.5 LMPG) The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
RE: KN Air filter?
Hey Spitsters: I have a 79 spit with the stock ZS 150 carb. I would like to replace the stock air filter housing with a KN filter KN housing. Does anyone have a KN part #? I know the big 3 have a KN set up for this, but their parts # does not cross reference with the KN #. I can get the KN set up cheaper elsewhere if I can find the part #. Any help will be greatly appreciated! Bob Greene == Hi Bob, You should be able to get the exact # from KN online: http://www.knfilterchargers.com/search/appsearch.aspx Hope this helps! -Jim '75 Spitfire 1500 The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sender and permanently delete the email from any computer. *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.team.net/posting.html *** unsubscribe/change address requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or try *** http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool *** http://www.team.net/mailman/listinfo *** Archives at http://www.team.net/archive *** Edit your replies!
