You can't really do a project like this without welding. I'm certainly no expert, but I know where there are some. Fantastic advice on which welder to buy, and superb videos and practical advice on how to set up a Mig welder. www.mig-welding.co.uk
When planning a major job, or even some of the more mundane tasks, there's nothing better than getting the advice and thoughts of others. Sat at home this isn't always easy to do, but web forums offer in ideal venue to exchange ideas, or discuss alternate ways of approaching a job or problem. Here a couple of the best, and which specialise in Triumphs:
Sideways Technologies - Many people here also post on the Triumph Club forum (below). This probably has the broader range of expertise though.
Club Triumph - Great references for all Triumph cars, original and modified.
Club Triumph - Great references for all Triumph cars, original and modified.
There are a number of websites with people modifying Triumph Spitfires. Here are some of my favourites, in no particular order:
Mike Ross - Some great modifications of his own, and numerous links to other peoples work.
Grassroots Motorsports "Ro-Spit" - The inspiration for my rear suspension.
Nick Jones - W58 Toyota gearbox in a Vitesse.
Paul Tegler - An amazing source of Triumph information, modifications, and "how to's".
Ye Beast - 470BHP. Makes mine look sensible!
Larry Breitkreitz - 1973 Spit 1500, now with Toyota 4AGE
British V8 - if you like it large and throaty!
1967 Mk111 - with Rover 3.5L V8
GT6 - with Volvo 5 Cylinder T5-R
Nick Jones - W58 Toyota gearbox in a Vitesse.
Paul Tegler - An amazing source of Triumph information, modifications, and "how to's".
Ye Beast - 470BHP. Makes mine look sensible!
Larry Breitkreitz - 1973 Spit 1500, now with Toyota 4AGE
British V8 - if you like it large and throaty!
1967 Mk111 - with Rover 3.5L V8
GT6 - with Volvo 5 Cylinder T5-R