Andrey Mace wrote-
> Barry, I think everything you're saying is correct except that most of
> this was instituted for the 1971 model year (introduction of the Mk.IV
>Spitfire). The most important difference between 1971 and 1972 U.S.
>models was the introduction of the low-compression "UE" engines with the
>"recessed" block and the whopping 48hp (as opposed to the ~60hp. of the
>1971's single-carb 1296).
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Andy, I stand (sit?) corrected. Went through my manuals and confirmed that
71 actually announced in 70) was the transition year (although one manual
states that beginning of 72 is when the "swing spring" was introduced but I
think it is incorrect). The other changes were deeper non-removable
windscreen frame, larger front anti-roll bar along with the obvious body
styling changes. All the other literature I have indicates the MK4 as the
changeover year (sorta makes sense). The 2 inch wider rear track and
displacement increase though, wasnt introduced untill the 73 model year-
(why do you think I put a V6 in the 72 ref: 48 whopping hp :-))
Barry Schwartz
Bschwartz@encad.com (work)
Bschwart@pacbell.net (home)
(San Diego)
70' Spitfire (under-going major surgery) , 72'-V6 Spitfire (daily driver)
70'GT6+
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