Spencer Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 I've just bought a spitfire with the intention of restoring it. I have no experience of doing this sort of thing at all so this may be a car crash!! Although it may well be a disaster hopefully I'll have some fun along the way and learn a lot. This car has been subjected to a lot of bodged repairs. There is almost as much filler as metal. The windscreen surround is basically made of filler. I've started taking it apart. The tub is pretty bad (mild understatement) but the chassis looks ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longstrider Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Spencer, good luck with the restoration, always remember to keep faith and this place is full of support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheepy Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Hi spencer, and welcome to the forum, good luck with the spit, looks just like mine, (I have just started stripping mine for resto also) see my thread.Don't be afraid to ask any questions on here, we are here to help, and also to have a laugh. So keep the spirits up. (the only stupid question, is the one you did not ask!)Can you weld?Where abouts are you located? May be a good idea to find your local triumph club, meeting etc.Go along chat to the guys, get to know them, see the cars, perhaps they will take you for a spin so you can see what awaits you! Also they will be willing to lend a hand if and when you get stuck.And keep us posted on here how you are getting along, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JensH Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Not as bad as the last one I did:http://thetriumphanimal.blogspot.dk/Scroll back to 2007/2008....Good luck with the resto - and keep asking questions here (we do like pictures too) 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spencer Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 Thanks guys, I can't weld at the mo - but my dad is a very good welder and is going to teach me. It's great to see other people's blogs. Spencer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheepy Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 You will become a proficient welder with a spitfire! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRooster Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Lovin the paint job nice texture :)Good luck with the restoration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltddirk Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 somebody nicked the padlock!!as to the finish, coachpainting is the term that springs to mind!(the PO must just have skipped a bit on the blocking stage )BTWWelcome!Dirk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 HiEnjoy the adventure you are about to embark on. Keep us informed of your progress.RegardsBruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dimtavies Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 The bonnet lock is not standard !, even looking poorly a Mk3 always pleases the eye, looks like you saved it seeing as someone painted targets on it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_w83 Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 The bonnet lock was supplied by Mr Bean! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennygoodman Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Wow, looks like you have your work cut out there but it is satisfying and stops you getting bored :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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