How can I increase Performance on my 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500?

I have just acquired a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500.

Researching around, I have learned that these American-spec models were very unfavorable due to U.S. emission standards.



A few questions...

Can I replace the current carberater with one that will yeild higher performance?

Could I easily add/make a better air intake (like a K%26amp;N cone filter etc.)?

Would removing the Catalytic Converter be worth it?

Can I change the compression ratio from 7.5:1 to 8:1(english standard)?



The current issue with the car is the main bearings. Any information, help, or recommendations would be appreciated.



Don't tell me to junk it or sell it. I know what I am getting into.How can I increase Performance on my 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500?Kas Kasner is the person who can get the most out of a Triumph engine. Check his website out:

http://www.kaskastner.com/

This will get you started.



I would keep your compression the same and research a small supercharger system for your car.

Headers of course.

This site can help you with this:

http://www.triumphspitfire.com/Links.htm

http://www.visn2.com/1500_Performace_Reb



I envy you man, you'll have a blast with this.How can I increase Performance on my 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500?http://auskellian.com/paul/links_files/pHow can I increase Performance on my 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500?You could switch to a Weber 32/36 DGV carb which if nothing else will be more reliable than the crappy Solex carb the car came with. I think these are still made - it's been a while since I was active in the British automotive relics scene.



Headers and a good exhaust are also easy bolt-on upgrades.



The extreme of course would be to find a GT-6 with a good chassis and motor, take the body off and bolt your Spit body onto the GT-6 frame. Then you get a nice in-line 6 cylinder and a better rear suspension.



Or you can do a Mazda Rotary Engine conversion as was done by Grassroots Motorsport magazine about a dozen years ago.



At any rate Moss Motors is the king of old British car performance and replacement parts in the U.S. Their on-line catalog should get you started.

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