SkillyHerald Posted April 21, 2021 Report Share Posted April 21, 2021 New to the forum with my 13/60. I over-paid for it last year when I went to look at it. All my ideas about what to look for and avoid went out the window. I missed a skewed body, huge gaps one side but close the other, other panel gaps all over the place, shocking paintwork, oil leaks, etc. But the chassis and body are almost rust free. Now a year later it is getting close to presentable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul H Posted April 21, 2021 Report Share Posted April 21, 2021 4 minutes ago, SkillyHerald said: New to the forum with my 13/60. I over-paid for it last year when I went to look at it. All my ideas about what to look for and avoid went out the window. I missed a skewed body, huge gaps one side but close the other, other panel gaps all over the place, shocking paintwork, oil leaks, etc. But the chassis and body are almost rust free. Now a year later it is getting close to presentable. Welcome to the forum , lots of help here . Can we see some pics Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyman Posted April 21, 2021 Report Share Posted April 21, 2021 Welcome to the forum and well done with your progress. I think a few of have done the same thing A learning curve we call it..... As Paul says, some pics would be great. Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathew Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Hello Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1969Mk3Spitfire Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 You probably didn’t over-pay. Firstly, it’s only money and secondly, just think of the hours of pleasure it’s already given you in tinker time. I expect that driving it puts a huge smile on your face, too. That’s all priceless. You are not alone. As a one year old nostalgic newbie myself, I can vouch for the wealth of expertise given so willingly from always helpful forum members. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Welcome to the forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qu1ckn1ck Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Hi and welcome from another who bought with his heart not his head ! Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteH Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Ditto. to (all) Most of the foregoing and welcome. Mine (13/60) was a Sunday Bid on E-Bay, an Outrigger that was going to be repaired and a hole in the driver floor. Which became an ongoing Body off refurb; since 2015. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badwolf Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 As with everyone else. Welcome to the forum. The best place for help and guidance that you will wonder how you managed to live without. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffds1360 Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Welcome Skilly. A very VERY similar situation to mine! Also a 13/60 but now, 10 months later it is purring like a kitten and as straight as a die. The looks, waves and flashes you get when out in it make it all worth while. Even the wife asks if we can use 'Plum' when doing the essential trips This club is a fount of knowledge and well worth the fees, even if just to read the members section!! Good luck with your project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 13 hours ago, SkillyHerald said: I over-paid for it last year when I went to look at it. No you didn't; that's all water under the bridge and long gone. We've all done it (I still cringe over my first Spitfire....) Now you get the chance to learn, to set it right, and enjoy it knowing that it's been done properly. That's priceless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkillyHerald Posted April 22, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 I've set almost everything right. I'm now struggling to stop spending money on the little improvements, ie twin carbs and a 4-2-1 exhaust. Do I really need to go a little bit faster? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted April 22, 2021 Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 1 minute ago, SkillyHerald said: Do I really need to go a little bit faster? Not if you're struggling to stop... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkillyHerald Posted April 22, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2021 Stopping was one of the first things I did to the Herald. Rebuilt the front calipers and fitted Mintex M1144 pads. So good I've never fitted the servo I bought at the same time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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