[Spits] Rear spring

2013-03-30 Thread Jim Dwyer
How can I tell if my 76 Spit needs a new rear leaf spring? ___ 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:

[Spits] Clutch is slipping

2012-10-26 Thread Jim Dwyer
My clutch is starting to slip on my 76 Spit and probably needs replacing. This winter I am planning on taking the tranny out through the interior and I will also replace the three U joints in the rear end, get the flywheel resurfaced, and replace the fluids in the tranny and rear end while I am at

Re: [Spits] 1976 Triumph Spitfire Front Clip

2012-08-11 Thread Jim Dwyer
I forgot to mention that the Front Clip is located in London Ontario Canada -Original Message- From: Jim Dwyer Sent: Saturday, August 11, 2012 1:20 PM To: Spitfire list Subject: [Spits] 1976 Triumph Spitfire Front Clip 1976 Triumph Spitfire Front Clip I purchased this from Obsolete

[Spits] 1976 Triumph Spitfire Front Clip

2012-08-11 Thread Jim Dwyer
1976 Triumph Spitfire Front Clip I purchased this from Obsolete Automotive for $650+taxes and shipping and ended up not using it. Some rusting around the headlights but the panels are straight with no dents! The Headlights and the headlight surround pieces, marker lights, front wire harness and the

[Spits] Triumph Spitfire Front Clip 1970's vintage

2012-07-06 Thread Jim Dwyer
Triumph Spitfire Front Clip 1970's vintage I purchased this from Obsolete Automotive for $650+taxes and shipping and ended up not using it. Some surface rust but no dents in the panels! The Headlights and the headlight surround pieces marker lights front wiring harness and the hood latches are incl

Re: [Spits] Spitfire Floor Jack

2011-12-19 Thread Jim Dwyer
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/CreepersJacksStands/PRD~0090021P/MotoMaster+Aluminum+Racing+Jack.jsp?locale=en I bought this one sale for $100. Jim -Original Message- From: Roger Elliott Sent: Monday, December 19, 2011 1:33 PM To: Spitfire list Subject: [Spits]

Re: [Spits] the state of my cars

2011-03-21 Thread Jim Dwyer
I am still here as well. I have a 76 Spit and I installed a Webber side draft 2x barrel last spring. The car is running well with the new carb. I am touching up the paint for the spring and I have new front shocks to install, and I will replace all of the fluids and get her back on the road a

Re: [Spits] DGV jet swap?

2010-05-31 Thread Jim Dwyer
Yes Do a Search. there is a lot of onfo on how to tune the DGV carbs properly and choose the proper jets. The original spit fuel pump provides too much pressure to the carb so you may have to put in a fuel pressure regulator if it is flooding. http://www.teglerizer.com/dcoe/ Jim - O

[Spits] Rattling Dome Snaps

2007-06-24 Thread Jim Dwyer
I just replaces the top and the dome snaps over my head are rattling so bad that I can't hear the stereo! Any thoughts on a fix? Jim ___ Spitfires mailing list Spitfires@autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires

[Spit] Oil Pressure switch problem

2007-05-01 Thread Jim Dwyer
I removed then replaced the Oil Pressure Switch on the engine block (so I could remove the starter) and now when the car is off the oil pressure warning light comes on and stays on. I plugged the 3 wires back in their correct positions. The oil pressure switch has three terminals: to ground,

Which top should I get?

2005-11-15 Thread Jim Dwyer
The top on my '76 Spit needs replacing and Obsolete Automotive in Sarnia ON has them on sale. The EZ-ON brand is $399 and the Robbins brand is $449. They both have zippered rear windows and on the Robbins top the metal snaps are not pre installed. I plan on installing a new top header rail as

Dual HS4's For Sale

2004-03-10 Thread Jim Dwyer
I have a set of HS4's with a spit manifold and many extra parts for sale. Go here to see the pics and all of the info: http://www3.sympatico.ca/jim.dwyer/spitcarb.htm thanks for looking Jim *** http://www.team.net/the-local*** Your messages not reaching the list? Check out http://www.te

Installation of Carpet set

2004-01-17 Thread Jim Dwyer
I recently purchased a carpet set and new door seals for my '76 Spit from Obsolete Automotive. It came with no instructions and they suggested that I use contact cement to install the carpets. Anyone have any tips or insights for me before I start the job? Jim *** http://www.team.net/the-lo

Need a new battery

2002-10-17 Thread Jim Dwyer
I need a new battery. The old one blew up while it was being recharged! Any suggestions for a battery that will fit in the spit? A Canadian Tire model would even be OK! Jim /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin

Car meets in SW Ontario

2002-06-05 Thread Jim Dwyer
Anyone have any information of British car meets? I am in London Ontario. Jim /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTE