There is a brief article in Triumph World (Aug/Sep) about an electric
powered spit somewhere in America.
Laura.G@141.com (Laura Gharazeddine) on 07/08/99 17:24:20
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Subject: Re: Spitfire High School Project
I've seen an electric Spit-It was in British Car magazine (from
California-the one Rick Freibusch writes for)-this was _years_ ago. Any
listers have a copy or info they can send to Ralph?
Laura G. and Nigel
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Sent: Saturday, August 07, 1999 7:36 AM
Subject: Spitfire High School Project
>
> I am working with a local high school to convert a 1980 Triumph Spitfire
> to electric power. Part of the competition includes an autocross
> competition. The web site used by event organizers for last years
> competition is linked below.
>
> http://www.rptnet.org/ev
>
> The finished project should be at or near original weight and weight
> distribution. Peak HP of the installed motor will be around 100 hp.
> Torque will be significantly more!
>
> We are planning to use the stock drive train from the bell housing back,
> including clutch. It may be possible to run the car in a autocross
> event without shifting gears, but we aren't sure, so we went with the
> clutch. It will also help absorb the torque from the motor, protecting
> the rear end. The transmission in the car has an overdrive.
>
> Can you advise on any drive train mods that will help ensure
> durability. We don't plan on drag racing the car, but we suspect the
> rear end is our weak link. Rules will allow us to make substantial
> modification. Someone suggested a Datsun 510 differential, but they
> hadn't seen it done and didn't know if it is a valid suggestion.
>
> We would also appreciate any suspension mods, suggestions etc. Have
> thought some about coil-over shocks on the rear.
>
> Please don't come back and tell us how we are ruining a classic! This
> car was DEAD!
>
> Any suggestion would be appreciated! Thanks for your help!
>
> Ralph
>
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