I like it simple
19 Oct 2013, 5:56pm
The rear end.
I like it simple
I like it simple
Re-worked And Re-styled Navigator
21 Oct 2013, 6:42pm
so , is it getting a roof ? lots of people have talked about hardtops but I don't think anyones started one yet. Tribute got as far as propping one together and the original Sammio guys and Miglia have talked about it , will you be the first ?
I keep think about this and as I have some time I might as well have a go so has anyone got a roof canvas and frame I can play with??
23 Oct 2013, 4:00pm
Fitted an exhaust today.
Again it's a simple one can system so should give a nice sound
Again it's a simple one can system so should give a nice sound
23 Oct 2013, 4:24pm
This is coming together nicely. 
You have also provided me with a great idea for my own build, so thanks for sharing your work with us.
Good luck, Paul.
You have also provided me with a great idea for my own build, so thanks for sharing your work with us.
Good luck, Paul.
25 Oct 2013, 5:00pm
Just fitted the fuel filler.
It look so simple but it's taken several attempts and a few days to get it sorted out
And after all that the filler cap is not straight
Oh well.
It look so simple but it's taken several attempts and a few days to get it sorted out
And after all that the filler cap is not straight
Oh well.
19 Jan 2014, 6:10pm
Finally got the engine to run today 
The simple one box exhaust system worked very well, maybe to well.
Turned out the valve timing was the problem, the cam was out about 1/4 of a turn. It took a while to find this out as when No1 piston was on TDC both valves were on the rock so every thing look as is should, so be were
At one stage we tried towing the car around the block. I'd fitted a seat but found the whole cockpit very small, I could hardly drive it as it was so tight, do all Navigators such have a small cockpit area or are the pedals and steering column moved forward when the Navigator is built using the original cage frame supplied by Ribble
The simple one box exhaust system worked very well, maybe to well.
Turned out the valve timing was the problem, the cam was out about 1/4 of a turn. It took a while to find this out as when No1 piston was on TDC both valves were on the rock so every thing look as is should, so be were
At one stage we tried towing the car around the block. I'd fitted a seat but found the whole cockpit very small, I could hardly drive it as it was so tight, do all Navigators such have a small cockpit area or are the pedals and steering column moved forward when the Navigator is built using the original cage frame supplied by Ribble
20 Jan 2014, 6:47pm
Mike - Good news on the engine re-start.
When I first test fitted my Spitfire pedals in the Cordite frame they hit/fouled the front foot wells.
But I do know there were some frame mods done after my kit was build (#7).
Not sure it this photo is any help, this was my attempt to fit the body over a cut down tub.
If anything, the cockpit looks a bit bigger than the Spitfire.
This was AndyP57's original Cordite/Navigator demonstrator at the Stoneleigh show.
I think the steering column is still in the original position which would tie in with my bulkhead photo above.
Not sure if that is any help.
Good luck, Paul.
When I first test fitted my Spitfire pedals in the Cordite frame they hit/fouled the front foot wells.
But I do know there were some frame mods done after my kit was build (#7).
Not sure it this photo is any help, this was my attempt to fit the body over a cut down tub.
If anything, the cockpit looks a bit bigger than the Spitfire.
This was AndyP57's original Cordite/Navigator demonstrator at the Stoneleigh show.
I think the steering column is still in the original position which would tie in with my bulkhead photo above.
Not sure if that is any help.
Good luck, Paul.
20 Apr 2014, 12:49pm
Finaly got some time to spend on my projects 
Fitted the standard Spitfire seats.
More room than I first thought and the fit quite well, although when pushed fully rearward the edge of the body digs you in the back.
Fitted the standard Spitfire seats.
More room than I first thought and the fit quite well, although when pushed fully rearward the edge of the body digs you in the back.
21 Apr 2014, 4:37pm
Micky1Mo - Good to see some more progress on this build.
11 Jul 2014, 7:39am
Micky1Mo - Is there any chance you could take a few photos showing how your bonnet hinge works?
Now I have finally cut the Spitfire bonnet brackets off my chassis, I am not sure how this so supposed to work.
The mounting brackets inside my bonnet were "factory fitted", but you have attached yours much lower.
Similarly, did you need to trim away any of the bodywork below the nose?
Cheers, Paul.
Now I have finally cut the Spitfire bonnet brackets off my chassis, I am not sure how this so supposed to work.
The mounting brackets inside my bonnet were "factory fitted", but you have attached yours much lower.
Similarly, did you need to trim away any of the bodywork below the nose?
Cheers, Paul.
5 Aug 2014, 6:13pm
Hi Paul, sorry I have only just noticed your request.
There are a few photo on this thread showing how I fitted the bonnet to this little beasty.
But to help here's the way I fixed the bonnet on the BMW Pilot.
I fitted a 40x40x3 bit of angle across the bonnet edge held in place with a few bolts.
I then tack welded the top of a pair of 3" door hinges to the original bonnet bracket ( remember this is a Herald and not a Spitfire) lined up the bonnet and tack welded the lower hinge to the angle
When happy I pulled out the hinge pins so was able to remove the bonnet completely giving room to fully weld the hinges in place. I also added some resin around the angle iron fixing for a little extra strength.
Now when ever I want the bonnet off I just pull the hinge pins and lift it off
Although I did fit the standard "bonnet ring" to start with I soon realized it is not necessary and this way should save a lot of time and effort. It might even work with the Spitfire bonnet chassis mounts.
If you look closely you will see the difference in the way each hinge is welded in place this was done the keep the bonnet "looking right".
There are a few photo on this thread showing how I fitted the bonnet to this little beasty.
But to help here's the way I fixed the bonnet on the BMW Pilot.
I fitted a 40x40x3 bit of angle across the bonnet edge held in place with a few bolts.
I then tack welded the top of a pair of 3" door hinges to the original bonnet bracket ( remember this is a Herald and not a Spitfire) lined up the bonnet and tack welded the lower hinge to the angle
When happy I pulled out the hinge pins so was able to remove the bonnet completely giving room to fully weld the hinges in place. I also added some resin around the angle iron fixing for a little extra strength.
Now when ever I want the bonnet off I just pull the hinge pins and lift it off
Although I did fit the standard "bonnet ring" to start with I soon realized it is not necessary and this way should save a lot of time and effort. It might even work with the Spitfire bonnet chassis mounts.
If you look closely you will see the difference in the way each hinge is welded in place this was done the keep the bonnet "looking right".
6 Aug 2014, 6:16pm
Micky1Mo - Thanks for the photos.
It does look like there is more than one way to make the bonnet hinge work.
Cheers, Paul.
It does look like there is more than one way to make the bonnet hinge work.
Cheers, Paul.
29 Nov 2014, 11:16am
After spending about a year sitting around my workshop/garage, lack of space and lack of pennies mean I have now decided to sell this car.
This thread speaks volumes so have a look
As I have said the has been unused for about a year so it will need an overhaul but it was running fine and every thing did work as it should.
Apart from the fuel tank it is all standard Splifrie so nothing difficault there.
The interiour need finishing ie; side tops need edging, interiour side panel need making/fitting. As the floor pan is orginal Spitfire a standard carpet set will fit.
A good paint job and I think a nice set of wire wheel will finish it off nicely
The V5 says "TRIUMPH COUPE" so no problems there.
1973 so tax exempt.
I want,
A, Say, £2,200 for it as it stands, trailer it away.
B, Say, £2,600 with full MOT, drive it away.
C, Say about, £5,000 with full MOT, nice purple paint job, wire wheels and carpets.
Thought I try here first before the E-Bay idiots
This thread speaks volumes so have a look
As I have said the has been unused for about a year so it will need an overhaul but it was running fine and every thing did work as it should.
Apart from the fuel tank it is all standard Splifrie so nothing difficault there.
The interiour need finishing ie; side tops need edging, interiour side panel need making/fitting. As the floor pan is orginal Spitfire a standard carpet set will fit.
A good paint job and I think a nice set of wire wheel will finish it off nicely
The V5 says "TRIUMPH COUPE" so no problems there.
1973 so tax exempt.
I want,
A, Say, £2,200 for it as it stands, trailer it away.
B, Say, £2,600 with full MOT, drive it away.
C, Say about, £5,000 with full MOT, nice purple paint job, wire wheels and carpets.
Thought I try here first before the E-Bay idiots
29 Nov 2014, 5:37pm
Micky1Mo - If you have the time, I think you'd get more interest with Option B.
If it has an MOT, then buyers know that it really is "good to go".
I'd also suggest a very quick coat of primer so the construction scars don't jump out at you.
Good luck, Paul.
If it has an MOT, then buyers know that it really is "good to go".
I'd also suggest a very quick coat of primer so the construction scars don't jump out at you.
Good luck, Paul.
29 Nov 2014, 5:42pm
I agree but it's all time and workshop space, some thing I do'nt have 
2 Aug 2015, 10:42am
Micky1Mo -
If it has an MOT, then buyers know that it really is "good to go".
I'd also suggest a very quick coat of primer so the construction scars don't jump out at you.
Good luck, Paul.
If it has an MOT, then buyers know that it really is "good to go".
I'd also suggest a very quick coat of primer so the construction scars don't jump out at you.
Good luck, Paul.
Paul L, I took your advice and spent some time on the body work and gave it a quick lick of etch primer and the results speak for them selves
With hump.
With out hump.
All in all I think it looks pretty good, reminds me of a small cobra.
Now it's on E-Bay.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/-/161782104504?
2 Aug 2015, 10:54am
Link not working matey
All in all I think it looks pretty good and now it's on E-Bay.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/-/161782104504?
All in all I think it looks pretty good and now it's on E-Bay.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/-/161782104504?
3 Aug 2015, 6:37am
I'm always amazed at the impact getting a car in a single colour makes.
Good luck with the sale.
Cheers, Paul.
PS
Before this one goes, can you get a line up photo with your three 'Sammio' projects together?
Good luck with the sale.
Cheers, Paul.
PS
Before this one goes, can you get a line up photo with your three 'Sammio' projects together?
3 Aug 2015, 7:51am
Before this one goes, can you get a line up photo with your three 'Sammio' projects together?
Hi Paul, right now I have a campervan taking up all my workshop room but if it all goes as planed and the cars are still here next Sunday then it's a possibility
8 Aug 2015, 5:51pm
Looks like someone has got a bargain, sold for £1,150. 
8 Aug 2015, 6:50pm
It went to a local guy which is always a good thing 
He's planing on going down the Cobra route, side pipes and all.
I have of-course asked him to post photos on this thread
He's planing on going down the Cobra route, side pipes and all.
I have of-course asked him to post photos on this thread