🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Triumph Model: Spitfire GT6 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Type: Compact British sports car Target Audience: Enthusiasts, owners, mechanics working on Triumph Spitfire and GT6 models. Competitive Analysis Competitors: MG MGB, Austin-Healey Sprite/Midget, Datsun 240Z (in terms of sports car market segment). Key Features Manual Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair and maintenance information for critical DIY and professional tasks, accessible across multiple devices for lifetime use. Vehicle Appeal: Classic British sports car with agile handling and distinctive styling. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual Language: English Format: Downloadable PDF Page Count: Hundreds of pages (estimated 500-800 pages based on typical factory manuals for this era and complexity) Additional Features Lifetime Use: Yes, no expiry dates, can be used for life. Device Compatibility: Compatible with Windows and MAC computers, tablets, and smartphones. Licensing: No limitations, can be used on as many computers as required. 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Engine mechanical (all variants), lubrication, cooling system, fuel system (carburetor tuning, fuel pump), ignition system (distributor, spark plugs), exhaust system Transmission: Gearbox (manual), clutch, driveshaft, differential, rear axle assembly Brakes: Hydraulic system, front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, parking brake, brake fluid specifications Electrical: Wiring diagrams, starter motor, alternator, battery, lighting system, ignition switch, dashboard instruments, horn, wipers, heater motor Suspension: Front suspension (wishbones, coil springs, shock absorbers), rear suspension (swing axle, half-shafts, lever arm shock absorbers), steering system (rack and pinion or steering box, steering column) Chassis Body: Frame construction, body panel removal/installation, doors, hood, trunk lid, bumpers, glass, weather stripping Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled servicing, oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, tune-up procedures, fluid level checks Troubleshooting: Diagnostic charts for common issues, symptom analysis, step-by-step troubleshooting guides for all major systems Repair: Engine overhaul, gearbox rebuild, clutch replacement, brake caliper/cylinder servicing, suspension component replacement, electrical system repairs, bodywork repairs Installation: Component replacement (e.g., starter, alternator, water pump), accessory installation (e.g., radio, fog lights) Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive from basic maintenance to full engine and gearbox rebuilds, including detailed component disassembly and reassembly instructions. Diagrams Illustrations: Hundreds of detailed photos and exploded diagrams providing visual guidance for all procedures. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable PDF, enabling quick access to specific information. Print Quality Printability: Full print capability for individual pages or the entire manual. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Displacement Spitfire: 1296cc, 1493cc, 1500cc (depending on Spitfire model variant and year) Engine Displacement Gt6: 1998cc (Inline-6) Performance Horsepower Spitfire: Approximately 63-75 bhp (depending on Spitfire engine variant and emissions controls) Horsepower Gt6: Approximately 95-104 bhp Torque Gt6: Approximately 117-125 lb-ft Fuel System Fuel System Type: Carbureted (e.g., Stromberg, SU carburetors for Spitfire; potentially Weber or Zenith for GT6 depending on market/variant) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (manual will cover conversion/tuning if applicable for later models). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Spitfire: 4-speed manual gearbox Transmission Type Gt6: 4-speed manual gearbox, often with optional Laycock de Normanville overdrive Optional Overdrive Availability Gt6: Available on certain GT6 models, providing a 5th 'overdriven' gear. Features Gearbox Oil Spec: GL-4 gear oil (typically SAE 80W-90 or 90W, specific part numbers provided in manual) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Approximately 81.5 - 81.7 inches (2070 - 2075 mm) depending on model year Length: Approximately 150 - 155 inches (3810 - 3937 mm) depending on model year Width: Approximately 59 - 61 inches (1499 - 1549 mm) depending on model year Height: Approximately 47 - 49 inches (1194 - 1245 mm) depending on model year Weights Curb Weight Spitfire: Approximately 1,600 - 1,900 lbs (725 - 860 kg) depending on variant Curb Weight Gt6: Approximately 2,000 - 2,150 lbs (907 - 975 kg) Wheel Bolt Pattern: 4 x 114.3 mm (4.5 inch PCD) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Safety Era: Vehicles of this era did not have standardized crash ratings as we know them today. Focus would be on occupant protection from the era's standards. Active Features Braking System: Hydraulically operated, front discs (solid), rear drums. Steering Type: Rack and pinion steering on later models; steering box on earlier Spitfires. Passive Features Seat Belts: Standard seat belts likely fitted on later production models; manual will detail fitment and adjustment. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment System: Basic analogue radio (optional), simple dashboard instrumentation. Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features: None by modern standards. Focus is on mechanical feedback and driver engagement. Connectivity Connectivity Features: N/A 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or 6 months, or as specified in the manual. Grease Points Interval: At every oil change or lubrication service. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Spec: API SE/SF or equivalent, viscosity typically 20W-50 or 10W-40 (manual will confirm specific recommendations). Coolant Spec:...