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Triumph Spitfire (1962-1981): service and repair manuals

A manual on your Triumph Spitfire (1962-1981)? Here are Haynes and other service and repair manuals on these Triumph passenger cars. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.

The Complete Official Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500 (1968-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Orignally published in 1975, this Triumph Spitfire manual was prepared in close cooperation with British Leyland Motors in order to provide complete, authentic maintenance and repair information.
The Driver's Handbooks at the beginning of this manual are the handbooks that were provided with every new Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500.
The Workshop Manual, making up the larger part of this book, is the official factory manual and was originally intended for use by dealer service departments.
The publisher has incorporated additional factory procedures and specifications that have become available following the publication of the original factory information.

Includes:
- Triumph Spitfire Mk III Owner's Manual
- Triumph Spitfire Mk IV & 1500 Owner's Manual
- Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV & 1500 Repair Manual

This manual contains emission control information that applies specifically to Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500 vehicles manufactured for the United Kingdom and North American markets, and an illustrated catalog of special tools.

This manual is an accurate and comprehensive set of service information for Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500 models sold in the UK and North America during the model years 1968-1974.

Author:British Leyland Motors
Specs:480 pages, 31 x 19 x 2.9 cm / 12.2 x 7.5 x 1.14 in, hardback
Illustrations:photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2015)
Book: The Complete Official Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500 (1968-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

The Complete Official Triumph Spitfire Mk III, Mk IV and 1500 (1968-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Language: English

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Triumph Spitfire Mk I, II, III, IV & 1500 (1962-1981) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Triumph Spitfire Mk I, II, III, IV and 1500 models.

Petrol engines: 1147, 1296 and 1493 cc.

Production years: 1962-1981.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the Triumph Spitfire describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Specs:256 pages, 27 x 21 x 2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2012)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0113)
Book: Triumph Spitfire Mk I, II, III, IV & 1500 (1962-1981) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Triumph Spitfire Mk I, II, III, IV & 1500 (1962-1981)

Language: English

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Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Triumph sports cars:
- Spitfire Mk 3 (1967-1970)
- Spitfire Mk 4 (1970-1974)
- Spitfire 1500 (1974-1980).

Petrol engines: 1.3 L (1296 cc) and 1.5 L (1493 cc).

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Triumph Spitfire provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Specs:186 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 711)
Book: Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980)

Language: English

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Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Triumph sports cars:
- Spitfire Mk 3 (1967-1970)
- Spitfire Mk 4 (1970-1974)
- Spitfire 1500 (1974-1980).

Petrol engines: 1.3 L (1296 cc) and 1.5 L (1493 cc).

Glove Box Edition on A5-format. Fits in the glovebox.

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Triumph Spitfire provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Specs:181 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 1 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 711)
Book: Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Triumph Spitfire - Spitfire Mk 3, Spitfire Mk 4, Spitfire 1500 (1969-1980)

Language: English

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Triumph Herald et Britt / Spitfire 4, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 et 1500 (1959-1981) - Les Archives du Collectionneur (ADC 27)

Workshop manual from the French series "Les Archives du Collectionneur" (nr. 27). Describes maintenance and repair of the Triumph sports cars:
- Herald and Britt
- Spitfire 4, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 and 1500.

Production years: 1959-1981.

This manual on the Triumph Herald and Spitfire models is based on the original editions of the Revue Technique Automobile.
Describes maintenance and repair of the engine, clutch, gearbox, front and rear axles, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, steering and the electrical system.

  • Complete with wiring diagrams.
  • Also includes information on the history of these cars and model changes.
Specs:86 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:ETAI (F, )
Series:Les Archives du Collectionneur (ADC 27)
Book: Triumph Herald et Britt / Spitfire 4, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 et 1500 (1959-1981) - Les Archives du Collectionneur (ADC 27)

Triumph Herald et Britt / Spitfire 4, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 et 1500 (1959-1981)

Language: French

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Triumph Spitfire 1500 (ab 1975) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Triumph Spitfire 1500.

Production years: since 1975.

Pages of the book [0392] Triumph Spitfire 1500 (ab 1975) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the Triumph Spitfire 1500 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

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Specs:128 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (392)
Book: Triumph Spitfire 1500 (ab 1975) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Triumph Spitfire 1500 (ab 1975)

Language: German

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Triumph Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse & Herald - Haynes Restoration Manual

When the Triumph Herald, Spitfire and derivatives first appeared in the 1960s, their radically new design features made them perfect DIY cars for the owners of the day.
Today, those very same features help to make the Herald, Spitfire, GT6 and Vitesse among the most restorable classic cars available for DIY enthusiasts. The booming owners' club movement and the continuing availability of spare parts ensures that these cars will be popular for many years to come.

Clear text with step-by-step instructions and over 900 illustrations. Describes the restoration of the chassis and body, the renewal of the interior, the repair of the electrical system and the rebuilding of the engine. Also covers model history plus buying and tuning tips.

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Author:Peter Williams, Lindsay Porter
Specs:308 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 1.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:961 photographs
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2002)
Series:Haynes Restoration Manual
Book: Triumph Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse & Herald - Haynes Restoration Manual

Triumph Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse & Herald

Language: English

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Everyday Modifications for Your Triumph Spitfire, Herald, Vitesse and GT6

The books in the Everyday Modifications series are designed to guide classic van and car owners through the workshop skills needed to make their vehicles easier to use and enjoy.
This book is concerned with improving the 4-cylinder Spitfire and Herald, and the 6-cylinder Vitesse and GT6, with engines ranging in size from 948cc to 1998cc.

Classic car author and journalist Iain Ayre gives his hands-on advice on maintaining and modifying the Triumph Herald/Vitesse and Spitfire/GT6, covering both keeping them going and either subtly or dramatically improving them, with additional rescue options offered for Triumphs deemed economically terminal.

Features:
- Advice based on decades of restoration and racing
- Improvements in power, handling, comfort and safety
- Period design faults isolated and dealt with
- Electrics demystified, modernizing options discussed
- Substantial case studies chapter with six examples
- Radical - as well as mild - modification options discussed.

Author:Iain Ayre
Specs:192 pages, 24.5 x 19 x 1.3 cm / 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.51 in, paperback
Illustrations:250 colour photographs
Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd (GB, 2016)
Book: Everyday Modifications for Your Triumph Spitfire, Herald, Vitesse and GT6

Everyday Modifications for Your Triumph Spitfire, Herald, Vitesse and GT6

Language: English

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