Hello listers,
Finally I have purchased my dream car. Ever since my dad had one when I was
7 years old, I have wanted one.
Having been put off buying one over the 5 years of my driving experience by
such comments as "but it's so unreliable" & "It will cost you a fortune in
repairs" I decided sod it, I want one and I want it now, I dont care how
much it costs.( the last parts a lie, I do care how much).
I'm now a proud owner of a 1979 Spitfire 1500 in russet brown with only 48K
genuine miles, having only purchased mine 5 weeks ago I have already added a
further 1600 miles.
The problem for me is that I am mechanically brain dead. Although this is
something that I wish to change.
I was thrilled to find this newsgroup with so many knowledgeable people who
are willing to help others with their spitfire related problems.
Therefore I have some very simple questions that I hope you can answer.
a.. My indicator doesn't flash (just a continuous light) on one side,
but works fine on the other, hazard lights work well too. Can anyone tell
me what part needs replacing? I guess the relay, but is there one for each
side or a sepeate one for the hazards?
b.. Can anyone recommend a good repair/service book that is ideal for a
novice?
c.. I have a thin fuel pipe coming from the twin carbs that attaches to
the engine valance and drips petrol onto the floor, is this right?
Many thanks,
Nigel Anderson
Hampshire, UK
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