AboutJim 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 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)
Expert: Jim Date: 6/17/2008 Subject: Repairs to Triumph Spitfire 1500
Question Jim,
I have owned my 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 since 1984. When I bought it it already had a few happy go lucky owners and was in a bit if a state. I have had repairs done over the years but always quite far from where I live in Bath. Now the passenger's footwell is rusted and I believe I need a new floor repair section. Quite a tricky job I understand.
Can you recommend a good repair workshop with good Triumph Spitfire knowledge in the south west please? (The last repairs I had done by Chic Doig in Scotland).
Answer Marigold,
Actually the floor pan repair is fairly straight forward, assuming the rocker panels are still ok. There are replacement panels available from the usual suppliers. Then it's a question of how to do the job... cut out the old rusty metal and either pop rivet or weld in the new panel.
As to shops to do the work? I can only recommend a few shops in the Northeast or Southwest parts of the US. No experience on your side of the pond.
You might check around for a local Triumph club and ask for recommendations there.
