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)
Question You gave us good advice in 2008 about removing the tub. Well its being painted at this moment and looks great.
New question. On one drive shaft the oil flinger is tight against the bearing housing. On the other its free and can be moved along the shaft. Nothing in the manuals helps. What to do?
Thanks
Answer 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 flinger to the u-joint yoke. Do the same on the other side. If there is a significant difference (more than 1/8") then it's time to look the axles over carefully, off the car. See if the bearings are moving freely and if there is any free play in the bearings.
If everything seems ok then you could clean the axle and flinger and use something like RTV to hold it in place.
