[My 2500 allergic to unleaded]

Hi all 

I half filled my 2500 saloon with standard Texaco unleaded, as that was all that was available. Car misfired terrible, really thought something was wrong. I do normally use super unleaded

I then filled up when I had the chance with BP ultimate 97, misfire disappeared almost immediately!! Car ran far better.

A bit stressful, as on a week's holiday away from home!!

Anyone else had this?

Motto of this story, avoid Texaco unleaded!!!

 

 

[Anyone been out in their car?]

Going on holiday in our 2500 saloon. 108 miles from home to Forest of Dean, plus travelling in the week. Should cover around 400 to 500 miles in the week.

[Recommendations 2500s]

I have a Chris Witor system, excellent fit.  Probably worth waiting for.

[Intermittent loss of brake pressure]

I would rebuild the M/C especially as it looks a bit dodgy. A simple inexpensive job

[Carb balancing]

4 minutes ago, AndyTV8 said:

Ditto, finally picked up one of these last year - wish I’d done it years ago! 

....... Andy 

Superb tool, far better than the Gunson effort!

[Carb balancing]

Hi Paul I have got a Synchrometer excellent piece of kit.

I have balanced my carbs perfectly with this. Well made and simple to use

https://www.amazon.co.uk/STE-Synchrometer-Weber-Dellorto-SYN001/dp/B00DHGX2D6/ref=pd_vtp_1?pd_rd_w=wU3zj&pf_rd_p=75613b4d-6e08-4583-9b7e-f6e766dc0b40&pf_rd_r=N34B559HGK28SJ2N4JZB&pd_rd_r=5f5637ed-dab9-4f4c-a011-6e745c3a6d9b&pd_rd_wg=O1qQa&pd_rd_i=B00DHGX2D6&psc=1

Hope this helps

All the best

[Electronic ignition recommendations]

Yes, not been modified

[Electronic ignition recommendations]

Hi Pete yes it is a 6 volt coil

[Headlight "flasher" on Herald]

My 13/60 used to flash!

[Electronic ignition recommendations]

Hi All

Can anyone recommend a good reliable electronic system that works well and lasts. The last one I fitted was a Pertronics which left me stranded waiting for the AA man. It was less than 2 years old.

Tried two Accusparks which caused a misfire.

Currently running with points and condensor, which seem ok. Should I stick with this?

Its for a 2500 saloon with twin SU HS6s and Lucas 45D dissy

Any recommendations or experiences?

many thanks

[Stainless braided hose - or attempting to get the clutch working properly 🤔 then doing it twice cos you got it wrong in the first place!]

Just a word of advice, make sure all clutch operating parts are perfect else the clutch won't work.

I had my gearbox out 3 times until I realised some parts were worn!!

Good luck!!

[M.P.G. in a Herald 13/60]

I consistently get up to 45MPG on a run with my spitfire 1500  overdrive. 

[Bosch WR78 spark plugs]

Hi all

I have just got a set of W78 plugs, do they need to be gapped? if so is it 25 thou as standard?

Many thanks

[What's she worth?]

Stan Walters, SW classics, Brook house Dartington Totnes

I believe Stan now lives in France, great chap!

I used to spend a lot of Saturday mornings there!

He was also into model railways and collecting war memorabilia from battlefields in France

[Triumph 2000 door hinges]

Hi all

My drivers door has dropped, needs a lift as I close it. 

I removed the door and top and bottom hinges are both knackered.   I fiited a new pin but the hing is worn. The part that is bolted to the door is worn.

Any suggestions? Oversized pin or good replacement hinge (if i can get one)? 

Anyone else had same problem? 

 

[Metal thickness]

Thank you everyone for the info 👍

[Metal thickness]

Just about to start some body repairs on my 2500 saloon.

What gauge steel should I be using?

many thanks

[Fitting Newtronic Electronic Ignition]

Excellent unit, I had one fitted to my herald estate for at least 15 years. It never missed a beat, herald now sold. I have had other units fitted to my other triumphs,  all failed. 

Now given up on electronic ignitions and gone back to points and condensor.

[Seat belt mount insert]

Hi Pete Thats a good idea! May try that if I can't get originals.

Thanks

[Seat belt mount insert]

Hello all 

Spitfire MK1V

I am after 2 seat belt mount plastic centre inserts.

Please see picture, the part I need going in the middle.

Will pay reasonable costs ect

Many thanks 

Paul 

Exeter

[2500 Saloon gearbox and overdrive Oil leaks]

Thanks for all the info, it's mainly gear oil leaking. A bit of engine oil too, but not too bad.

[2500 Saloon gearbox and overdrive Oil leaks]

thanks I have some thread sealer which may help too👍 

[2500 Saloon gearbox and overdrive Oil leaks]

Hi all 

Got some severe oil leaks on the gearbox and j type overdrive on my saloon, the underside of the car is dripping in oil!

There seemed to be alot of oil around the solenoid, dripping from O/drive sump and off the drain plug on gearbox.

Are there any parts which are prone to leaks? I dont want to remove the gearbox from the car!

I have got a new o/drive sump gasget (not yet fitted), I have changed the speedo pinion seal and the breather is clear.

Is there any other seals/gasgets I can change?

I don't expect it to be completely leak free, but the triumph anti corrosion system is working too well now!

thanks in advance

 

[Converting to silicone brake fluid]

Thanks all for your help!

[Converting to silicone brake fluid]

2500 Saloon

Fitting a recon brake master cylinder soon, so may convert to silicone fluid. Do I need to flush the system with something?

I have had silicone in my spitfire for 8 years with no issues and no paint stripped bulkheads either!

thanks in advance