@AyedidyaeYou wouldn't say that his face, don't do it hiding behind your phone screen. And if you would then you've probably had a few broken noses in your time.
@@CheradenZakalwe looking at his past comments on this channel, he just seems like he’s got something stuck up his backside and is constantly in a bad mood with everything he watches. No point entertaining the sad bloke.
@@simong6855 I wasn't talking about the car, Alex himself is 40 in January so he will be MOT exempt. Although according to Billy Connolly as soon as you hit 40 the doctor becomes very interested in your emissions. If you know what I mean 🍑☝️😯
Taylor you brought a tear to my eye your impression of an old boy working on his car was exactly like a chap who lived in my road as a kid, he even had the cortina savage with a 3.0 Essex v6.......... Thank you for bringing back that memory
Those comments reminded me of my then boyfriend ( now husband) carried a set of pistons in boot on trips and actually changed them on side of road in lake district , this was before he put 3.0 v6 Essex in.
All that Moss gear certainly made the Spitfire. I'm so glad there are companies like this who keep parts/spares for classics. Rory, this is your British MX-5!
Crazy that Moss Motors, one of, if not THE, best dealers and manufacturers of vintage British motorcar parts, was founded by an American. Moss sold off the Moss Europe arm of the company in the 90s, the new owners ran it into the ground by the 00s, and Moss then re-entered the UK/European markets specifically to ensure that the parts manufacturers and suppliers who sold entirely though Moss wouldn't go bust themselves. A really praisewothy company.
This...As someone that restored minis in the 90's they didn't have a great rep...This looks and sounds like a completely different company, thank goodness this happened there are sooooo many auto parts manufacturers around that area of Brum.
@Ayedidyae Moss has an excellent reputation in the US amongst both classic Brit car circles, and in the "historic" NA Miata community, as well. If you're from the UK, then I suspect any bad rep they have is due to what happened when Moss sold Moss UK/Europe in the 90s to another company.
@Ayedidyae that’s the thing about opinions, we all have them. Mine differs from yours. The difference is I don’t convey it in a passive aggressive manner. Have a nice day. BTW you’re wrong
@Ayedidyae listen, I know it’s Sunday morning. You’re alone and lonely. But arguing anonymously across UA-cam comments. Because you don’t like someone’s OPINION. Is a fruitless task, go for a walk, take a deep breath and enjoy life. Sorry bud, we disagree. But you know what that’s absolutely fine. Have a great day
@Ayedidyae Google it. Sounds like you need to. You’ve made yourself look daft. Bitterness is an ugly trait. Having differences of opinions fine, but looking at all your recent comments you’re the very definition of passive aggressive. Just chill out and find some friends. I feel sorry for you bud….by the way you ain’t done any one 😂😂 need to up your game
Feel like the podcast influence is coming into the videos now. Great to see everyone in front of the camera. Bit of Taylor sensible, Jooshy hands on & Rory making a proper appearance. Love it!
Beginning of the video, that guy is a proper sales man. I've worked sales and hospitality my whole live and know sales techniques. The quiet confidence, knowledge, enthusiasm, honesty and using the right trigger words... Make sure to carry some extra cash if you enter his shop.
Nice! Used to occasionally see Will and I believe his dad driving various Triumphs when I used to drive my green MK3 GT6 to work down in Horsham from Surbiton, mostly around the Hook area. Never spoken in person but seems like a nice guy. I never had to use Moss as the GT6 ended up being super reliable to be honest but what a place! Great to see places like this keeping our great classics on the road for years to come.
@Ayedidyae Rather depends how one uses the resource. A similar argument could be made for them being the reason so many classics are still able to make it far enough out of the garage as to be there; broken down by the side of the road, in a cloud of smokey steam! :)
Rory my boy 😂😂, i must say i am here from the beginning of this channel and i must say this is the best thing you have done yett....! the sound of the exhaust and the induction noise sooo amazing 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 .
its soo good to see these kind of eps... as much as i like a bmw and the road trip videos, seeing these old classics have a new lease of life has a wholesomeness about them that just make me wana watch more ! cant wair to see what happens to the bus and to the mini. keep it up lads
As an American, Moss has been an AMAZING resource when finding parts for my Caterham racecar here in the states. I’ve got their stickers on my car just out of love for the company. Awesome to see them getting a feature! They’re so easy to work with, even as an international client!
Awesome episode! Amazing to see companies like Moss supplying modern parts to transform classics like this! Be sure to fit the gas struts the other way around, they last much longer as the Nitrogen gas is less likely to escape from the seal as it's facing downwards.
I had a 1980 1500 Spitfire in vermillion Red in the early '90 great fun but felt old fashioned back then. Mine like to take off when the speedo showed 105mph. Pro Tip, if you put the passenger seat all the way forward and recline it all the way back it's a decent place to sleep in a sleeping bag.
This is the most I've ever seen you guys spend on the car and the most resto! I love it. Maybe send it off to the body shop for a full prep and paint and you will have one epic show car for fun! Maybe an engine rebuild to clean that up but you have a winner here!!! Love it.
Because I L U R R R R V E the Spitfires, this is one of THE BEST episodes... I appreciate that Rorrai's Spit is getting some much deserved love...! 👌👍😏 😎🇬🇧
Wow, fair play, massive amount of work done by all especially Jooshy and Taylor, I used to restore classic cars so know how much work is involved and how much they cost, I hope Rory appreciates the amount of work done as if you took that to a shop you would have looking at 10 to 15k including parts, a lot of work..! 👍🏻
I absolutely enjoy Taylor explaining the mechanics behind things especially this one about end float. Perhaps some short videos on V2 where he explains things like this (5-10 minutes at a time?)
I absolutely love that you guys are restoring these amazing cars and giving them a new lease on life. So great to see. The video style was brilliant as well, one of my favourites.
I have a Spitfire myself, got it as my first car, and it just looks amazing, sounds amazing, has a bit to less power but over all is just an amazing car. I would recommend those cars to everyone who is into old cars and dosent have a shit ton of money!
Truly loved this episode and love this series, there is genuine love and passion coming out for these classics and this along with all the other content you make is definitely what we need and needed, your changing the game Alex 👌
Well Done Boys!! Now you've completely rebuilt the mechanicals you've got to do the paint...That Quarter panel beauty shot at the end showed how horrific the rattle can paint job is...;D So good to see you enjoying driving it now rather than feeling sheepish cause it felt dangerous!
This was one of the best episodes on this channel ever! So amazing to see such a transformation! Can’t wait for you to get a proper lift though, that little one makes me nervous 😬
Absolutely loved this video. Not really a massive fan of classic cars, but watching you guys restore/upgrade Rory’s Stuart little car is brilliant. Can’t wait to see Taylor’s mini next.
Ahhh! Makes me miss my 79’ 1500 Spit. Your right those gearbox’s are so direct, and notch free they are a pleasure. You do need little feet to drive it though - the pedals are very close together! Nice work lads. Glad you got the float overflow pipes on, fuel on the exhaust with these = a bad day. Just enjoy it! And definately don’t crash! You can get some low sports seats for these that does put you under the windscreen which is good, perhaps a rollbar as well for a bit extra protection! Loved that episode. Should I have swapped by Spitfire for an MX5 NC? Who knows…
Nice to see an old British marque have some love, well worth it. Moss is awesome as is Jooshy..... great addition to the team. Love ya stuff fella's. PS ya got to come over to NZ.
My new favourite car on the channel... I love how these cars you have bought can change not only Alex's opinion on classics but probably a lot of people who watch this channel... Hopefully more Classics can be saved from that Scrap Heap in the sky!!
The bloke from Moss was a good lad. Putting up with you lot would make me grow a moustache purely from psychological damage! When I finally get round to starting a mini project, Moss will definitely get a few quid, as well as mini spares & mini sport. I bet you’ll be visiting at least one of them soon- how many more moustaches will we see?
Did you replace the rear leaf spring? It's quite easy and makes such a difference on these! Also, with that exhaust and manifold and open filters, it gets very hot under the bonnet. I had to wrap my manifold and modify some MGB asbestos carb/filter heatshields to cure it. I also had 1500 carbs jetted for my 1300 and that worked well.
That massive rad blocked all the cool air coming in to the engine bay, and the K&Ns got rid of the airbox and hoses that were there to INCREASE power by channeling in fresh air
I bought a 1500 30 years ago that some guy had done a great restore on…. It was a fun car to drive. I would have loved to be able to put in all this newer, hopefully more reliable hardware.
I was never really a Spitfire fan until I helped a friend of a friend. My job was to drive it back from Wales to Newcastle, in the dark, with terrible headlights, along the Hartside Pass. Scary doesn't even start to describe the experience. Was good fun though! 🤣
A few bits of inspiration from MCM with “in the bin” and playing the radiator. And a bit of Smith and Sniff with the “in the 60’s” putting a new engine in on the side of the road
it should be said more often about that while kn style filters are washable and last forever, if you don't maintain and oil them they do not last forever. or well they do but the motor might not.
I had two triumph spitfires a 72 in red and a 73 in white, I loved them both. Great little cars and the best car as a gate way into classic cars because they are so easy to work on.
Always loved the Spitfire, done right they are such a drivers car. Cars like these (MG, Sunbeam, Triumph etc) were clearly the inspiration for the Miata. Had a friend with a Spitfire in the 90's/early 00's, he had a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 (Ninja) motor in it. It was absolutely insane to drive, stupid dangerous and stupid fun.
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UPGRADE YOUR CAR WITH A K&N FILTER HERE: www.knfilters.co.uk/
I've always bought K&N filters. They don't do anything for power, despite the myths, but they do sound a bit better.
no
You liked your own comment. 😅
@@mikenco If they improved power, the OEM's would do it.
That guy's mustache game was strong!
I said t o myself "he's more American then Richard Hammond" lol
For a minute I thought it was Paul Walter Hauser from the film Queenpins
For a car guy, that IS a lot of handlebars for sure.
I had'em when i was young. Did not suit me.
A strong magnum pi fell
@@mikilambastein1449 I agree.
I might have been to harsh on the dude.
He clearly knows his stuff.
Jooshy has been a brilliant addition to the team, that boy isn’t afraid to put some graft in. Keep up the quality videos lads
Watching him work in cars is interesting and fun
If the boys are not careful Mick Brewer will poach him. Hold out your hand Jooshy
Go to bed mate you sound like you need a nap @Ayedidyae
@AyedidyaeYou wouldn't say that his face, don't do it hiding behind your phone screen. And if you would then you've probably had a few broken noses in your time.
@@CheradenZakalwe looking at his past comments on this channel, he just seems like he’s got something stuck up his backside and is constantly in a bad mood with everything he watches. No point entertaining the sad bloke.
The chap Will from Moss is excellent too! We need more of him and his tash
Was just going to post the same.
top shelf bloke
Does he offer the Will delivery and faulty prediction service to all customers?
Agreed
great guy, love the enthusiasm, joining the Will Appreciation Club.
Alex will be MOT exempt next year, does that mean he'll stop checking on his rigomortis and it'll spread uncontrollably?
😂😂😂
Thats a yes
The car is already mot exempt . 40 years is the threshold so that’s 1984 and older👍
@@simong6855 I wasn't talking about the car, Alex himself is 40 in January so he will be MOT exempt. Although according to Billy Connolly as soon as you hit 40 the doctor becomes very interested in your emissions. If you know what I mean 🍑☝️😯
@@simong6855he’s not talking about the car, or any other car to be exact
What a mustache. What a hero!
You see a tash like that and for sure the guy knows his stuff.
Moss seems to be classic car heaven!
The sequence about old car enthusiasts from 9:45 absolutely creased me. It was spot on
Perfect voice as well I know someone who sounds EXACTLY like that.
True! I actualy did change the rear wheel bearing on my old Spit on the side of the South Circular Road near Lewisham IIRC!
I Am not THAT old But yes, you are right ! 🤣🤣
Absolutely nailed the accent
Taylor always nails those impressions. Has me dying every time XD
That fella was the most American lookin Brit
Ron Swanson vibes
😂😂@@ferociousmullet9287
He ain't obese mate.
4:27 The pause before "the bonnet" was suspicious to say the least.
I don't think you've been to either country with that remark
Taylor constant referencing MCM "in the bin" is so wonderfull
also playing the radiator like a harp is a Mighty Car Mods thing too.
And the radiator "playing"
and the music from the radiator
And the radiator harp
Taylor you brought a tear to my eye your impression of an old boy working on his car was exactly like a chap who lived in my road as a kid, he even had the cortina savage with a 3.0 Essex v6.......... Thank you for bringing back that memory
Those comments reminded me of my then boyfriend ( now husband) carried a set of pistons in boot on trips and actually changed them on side of road in lake district , this was before he put 3.0 v6 Essex in.
Hey guys, put the bonnet struts other way round. The oil is in the black bit and it will keep it lubricated and lasted longer time
this
That guy seems like a right laugh, perfect for alex and taylors banter!!
Amen 🙏
Taylor quote of the year - "I do like a good rim"
Read this just as he said it… 😂😂😂
I’m dead 💀
All that Moss gear certainly made the Spitfire. I'm so glad there are companies like this who keep parts/spares for classics.
Rory, this is your British MX-5!
Mazda actually ripped off the British.
@@bzilla-d4i I know but I was making a joke as Alex has an MX-5
Nice to see you doing older stuff too. There is an audience out there gents. Not just BMW owners (of which I am one).
Exactly! Refreshing not to be knee deep in BMWs
Crazy that Moss Motors, one of, if not THE, best dealers and manufacturers of vintage British motorcar parts, was founded by an American.
Moss sold off the Moss Europe arm of the company in the 90s, the new owners ran it into the ground by the 00s, and Moss then re-entered the UK/European markets specifically to ensure that the parts manufacturers and suppliers who sold entirely though Moss wouldn't go bust themselves. A really praisewothy company.
Ok
Except a lot of there stuff is Chinese crap
They sound mustard tbh.
This...As someone that restored minis in the 90's they didn't have a great rep...This looks and sounds like a completely different company, thank goodness this happened there are sooooo many auto parts manufacturers around that area of Brum.
@Ayedidyae Moss has an excellent reputation in the US amongst both classic Brit car circles, and in the "historic" NA Miata community, as well.
If you're from the UK, then I suspect any bad rep they have is due to what happened when Moss sold Moss UK/Europe in the 90s to another company.
Josh and Taylor absolutely make this channel chaps! Top recruits
@Ayedidyae what’s this got to do with CT…the content churned out now by AA team is miles above anything that was produced by CT.
@Ayedidyae that’s the thing about opinions, we all have them. Mine differs from yours. The difference is I don’t convey it in a passive aggressive manner. Have a nice day. BTW you’re wrong
@Ayedidyae listen, I know it’s Sunday morning. You’re alone and lonely. But arguing anonymously across UA-cam comments. Because you don’t like someone’s OPINION. Is a fruitless task, go for a walk, take a deep breath and enjoy life. Sorry bud, we disagree. But you know what that’s absolutely fine. Have a great day
@Ayedidyae Google it. Sounds like you need to. You’ve made yourself look daft. Bitterness is an ugly trait. Having differences of opinions fine, but looking at all your recent comments you’re the very definition of passive aggressive. Just chill out and find some friends. I feel sorry for you bud….by the way you ain’t done any one 😂😂 need to up your game
Whatever character Taylor hit us with at 9:50 needs to make another appearance, I was in stitches, great content as always 😂👌
Feel like the podcast influence is coming into the videos now. Great to see everyone in front of the camera. Bit of Taylor sensible, Jooshy hands on & Rory making a proper appearance. Love it!
Will from moss is truly a perfect dude for entertainment. He’s a natural. Dude you need him on the team.
Shout out to Will and Moss. He seems like a sound bloke and they’ve done you proud. The spitfire is looking great 👏🏻
Mustache guy is a nice, fun addition to the channel, fits in perfectly with the rest of the guys. Old boy impression by Taylor was excellent as well.
Jooshy- what a guy! Doesn’t get the recognition he deserves 🙏🏻
The MOSS guy needs to be part of the gang😂
Depends on his knowledge of BMWs and high milage shit boxes otherwise he may just be stood in a corner twiddling his thumbs.
@@incy2khe’s one of my pals. He’s a very knowledgeable lad😎
May I request a Rory wear a crevat, blazer, and a cool hat whenever he drives the spitfire
A flat top cap!
And string backed driving gloves
One of the highest quality videos I've seen you guys put out.
Such a great team you've put together. Thanks for entertaining us
This is becoming a well sorted old banger Rory. I think it needs some Viking Detail work on the paint.
Beginning of the video, that guy is a proper sales man. I've worked sales and hospitality my whole live and know sales techniques. The quiet confidence, knowledge, enthusiasm, honesty and using the right trigger words... Make sure to carry some extra cash if you enter his shop.
Jooshy really is a lovely grounding factor to any video he's in. Still goofy silly like everyone else, but in a more down to earth way.
The MCM references were golden! I'm glad theres another harp player out there besides Moog!
And Josh being so bent he can't even play a harp straight 🤣
@@GulliNL is he? Must have missed that. Good for him. Love the chap 😊
The paint looks like a fingerless blind man sprayed it in the rain then before it dried rubbed it down with a piece of toast .... im impressed .
Every car person needs a proper classic to learn on like these. Not just a remap and some wheels like most car people do now
Nice! Used to occasionally see Will and I believe his dad driving various Triumphs when I used to drive my green MK3 GT6 to work down in Horsham from Surbiton, mostly around the Hook area. Never spoken in person but seems like a nice guy.
I never had to use Moss as the GT6 ended up being super reliable to be honest but what a place! Great to see places like this keeping our great classics on the road for years to come.
yes it probably was me.
9:49
Taylor nails the boomer 😂
Now that's a sentence
@Ayedidyae SPEAK UP. LIBEROLE
Great to see Moss getting involved in this. They were an amazing resource when I did similar to my Dad's old MGA!
@Ayedidyae Rather depends how one uses the resource.
A similar argument could be made for them being the reason so many classics are still able to make it far enough out of the garage as to be there; broken down by the side of the road, in a cloud of smokey steam! :)
Rory my boy 😂😂, i must say i am here from the beginning of this channel and i must say this is the best thing you have done yett....! the sound of the exhaust and the induction noise sooo amazing 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 .
All I can say is well done MOSS, it was great to see you stepping in and helping the guys, a fantastic company!
Highly recommend them.
its soo good to see these kind of eps... as much as i like a bmw and the road trip videos, seeing these old classics have a new lease of life has a wholesomeness about them that just make me wana watch more ! cant wair to see what happens to the bus and to the mini. keep it up lads
As an American, Moss has been an AMAZING resource when finding parts for my Caterham racecar here in the states. I’ve got their stickers on my car just out of love for the company.
Awesome to see them getting a feature! They’re so easy to work with, even as an international client!
Awesome episode! Amazing to see companies like Moss supplying modern parts to transform classics like this!
Be sure to fit the gas struts the other way around, they last much longer as the Nitrogen gas is less likely to escape from the seal as it's facing downwards.
Good point
Well done boys 👏🏻 you can’t polish a turd but you can roll it in glitter 💪🏻
You actually can polish a turd, Mythbusters proved it
I had a 1980 1500 Spitfire in vermillion Red in the early '90 great fun but felt old fashioned back then. Mine like to take off when the speedo showed 105mph.
Pro Tip, if you put the passenger seat all the way forward and recline it all the way back it's a decent place to sleep in a sleeping bag.
I have one like that atm, for jokes, what was the reg?? See if we have to coincidence on a lifetime
NE 14 ABJ
@@finmccaig1992 I can't remember 981 W at the end maybe. I might have some paperwork somewhere.
Great video gentlemen. With a little bit of MCM Marty and Moog references tossed in for good measure.
18:10 Brilliant breakdown of the importance of thrust bearings and how they work 🙂
This is the most I've ever seen you guys spend on the car and the most resto! I love it. Maybe send it off to the body shop for a full prep and paint and you will have one epic show car for fun! Maybe an engine rebuild to clean that up but you have a winner here!!! Love it.
Great episode. Had everything. Everyone was awesome. Jooshy as always is brilliant and a proper mechanic....innit
Honestly i think this might be my favourite video from you guys . Jooshy and Taylor make this
Because I L U R R R R V E the Spitfires, this is one of THE BEST episodes... I appreciate that Rorrai's Spit is getting some much deserved love...! 👌👍😏 😎🇬🇧
We need more Will, he comes across really well on the channel. Also, his moustache game is on point!
Good to see Ted Lasso's brother has found his place in the UK
Taylor and Jooshy the duo we want but don’t deserve 😂
Wow, fair play, massive amount of work done by all especially Jooshy and Taylor, I used to restore classic cars so know how much work is involved and how much they cost, I hope Rory appreciates the amount of work done as if you took that to a shop you would have looking at 10 to 15k including parts, a lot of work..! 👍🏻
Used to buy lots for my MX5 from Moss. Great company!
That bonnet strut is fitted upside down. It will fail sooner due to lack of lubrication.
I absolutely enjoy Taylor explaining the mechanics behind things especially this one about end float. Perhaps some short videos on V2 where he explains things like this (5-10 minutes at a time?)
I need more of just Taylor and Jooshy fixing cars.
Just take a moment to appreciate the Spitfire’s lines and stance. It’s just lovely. Simple, cheap, fun motoring. Great episode fellas.
I absolutely love that you guys are restoring these amazing cars and giving them a new lease on life. So great to see.
The video style was brilliant as well, one of my favourites.
I have a Spitfire myself, got it as my first car, and it just looks amazing, sounds amazing, has a bit to less power but over all is just an amazing car. I would recommend those cars to everyone who is into old cars and dosent have a shit ton of money!
Hey Rory, just a tip: silicon isn't silicone :)
Truly loved this episode and love this series, there is genuine love and passion coming out for these classics and this along with all the other content you make is definitely what we need and needed, your changing the game Alex 👌
Well Done Boys!! Now you've completely rebuilt the mechanicals you've got to do the paint...That Quarter panel beauty shot at the end showed how horrific the rattle can paint job is...;D So good to see you enjoying driving it now rather than feeling sheepish cause it felt dangerous!
This is my favourite car on this channel, I love this little thing, massively underrated classic!
What a wicked episode, the spitfire looks lovely. Can't wait to see the mini get what it deserves! 😊
That fella from Moss is topper as well!
This was one of the best episodes on this channel ever! So amazing to see such a transformation! Can’t wait for you to get a proper lift though, that little one makes me nervous 😬
Absolutely loved this video. Not really a massive fan of classic cars, but watching you guys restore/upgrade Rory’s Stuart little car is brilliant.
Can’t wait to see Taylor’s mini next.
I want to see the Mini. Can’t wait post NOW!
Quality of the edits is going up and up, amazing work guys!
Great stuff and nice to see. Old British cars like this need celebrating! And show you don't need bags of power to have lots of fun 😎
Moss look like a great bunch. Hope we see more of them (and Will) on the channel!
Brilliant video! What a great group of guys 🎉
Cracking videography and production, really enjoyable watch. This channel has become my new favourite!
You look hilarious in the car 😂
Ahhh! Makes me miss my 79’ 1500 Spit. Your right those gearbox’s are so direct, and notch free they are a pleasure. You do need little feet to drive it though - the pedals are very close together! Nice work lads. Glad you got the float overflow pipes on, fuel on the exhaust with these = a bad day. Just enjoy it! And definately don’t crash! You can get some low sports seats for these that does put you under the windscreen which is good, perhaps a rollbar as well for a bit extra protection! Loved that episode. Should I have swapped by Spitfire for an MX5 NC? Who knows…
Nice to see an old British marque have some love, well worth it. Moss is awesome as is Jooshy..... great addition to the team. Love ya stuff fella's. PS ya got to come over to NZ.
My new favourite car on the channel... I love how these cars you have bought can change not only Alex's opinion on classics but probably a lot of people who watch this channel... Hopefully more Classics can be saved from that Scrap Heap in the sky!!
The bloke from Moss was a good lad. Putting up with you lot would make me grow a moustache purely from psychological damage!
When I finally get round to starting a mini project, Moss will definitely get a few quid, as well as mini spares & mini sport.
I bet you’ll be visiting at least one of them soon- how many more moustaches will we see?
Struggled to find classic mini parts and just been into moss, I can now start the rebuild what an incredible website they have !!
I really enjoyed this restoration video… more please! You could make a series where Taylor then sells the car like wheeler dealers 😆
Very enjoyable episode and great to see the Spitfire getting a bit of love. It does need a respray though. Minlites look perfect on it.
Moss is awesome! I've ordered Jag parts from them and got them shipped to Finland. The selection is 😍
Love the work on the Triumph, good to see old classics like this getting a bit of special treatment.
Epic! The Spitfire was my first sports car and still miss it in spite of all the hours of work that went in it. Lovely little car.
Did you replace the rear leaf spring? It's quite easy and makes such a difference on these! Also, with that exhaust and manifold and open filters, it gets very hot under the bonnet. I had to wrap my manifold and modify some MGB asbestos carb/filter heatshields to cure it. I also had 1500 carbs jetted for my 1300 and that worked well.
That massive rad blocked all the cool air coming in to the engine bay, and the K&Ns got rid of the airbox and hoses that were there to INCREASE power by channeling in fresh air
I use a couple dabs of grease to hold the cork rocker cover gasket in place during fitment.
I bought a 1500 30 years ago that some guy had done a great restore on…. It was a fun car to drive. I would have loved to be able to put in all this newer, hopefully more reliable hardware.
I was never really a Spitfire fan until I helped a friend of a friend. My job was to drive it back from Wales to Newcastle, in the dark, with terrible headlights, along the Hartside Pass. Scary doesn't even start to describe the experience. Was good fun though! 🤣
That wheel and tyre combo is the dogs nuts boys! The best set up on a MkIV I've seen.
A few bits of inspiration from MCM with “in the bin” and playing the radiator.
And a bit of Smith and Sniff with the “in the 60’s” putting a new engine in on the side of the road
it should be said more often about that while kn style filters are washable and last forever, if you don't maintain and oil them they do not last forever. or well they do but the motor might not.
I had two triumph spitfires a 72 in red and a 73 in white, I loved them both. Great little cars and the best car as a gate way into classic cars because they are so easy to work on.
Will called it perfectly on those wheels. Wire-wheels do look good on classics, but those ones suit the Spitfire to perfection 👌
9:04
"This is your new spax coilover"
Seems to be missing the coil part there!
LOVE this one, good stuff Rory. It looks like it handles amazing, but the sound is gorgeous.
I've dealt with Moss a few times when I used to have a mx5, they are proper legends!
Always loved the Spitfire, done right they are such a drivers car. Cars like these (MG, Sunbeam, Triumph etc) were clearly the inspiration for the Miata. Had a friend with a Spitfire in the 90's/early 00's, he had a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 (Ninja) motor in it. It was absolutely insane to drive, stupid dangerous and stupid fun.
Great video, good mix of cool parts, wrenching, a banger of a tune for the glamor shots and excellent result from the upgrades.
More of Moss man please! He seems like a wonderful guy :)
Gas struts are upside down, black bit goes to the top to keep the seals lubricated with oil. Car looks great though, nice work!
What a dude Willl is! Great in front of the camera, and a great guy!