Books
These are just some books that I've found and which you may find helpful with
your own project. Please note that I do not own all of them and as such, are not
a personal recommendations - although I have generally only listed books that
have received at least reasonable ratings and reviews (you can find more info on
each book on Amazon's site - just follow the links).
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Triumph Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse & Herald Restoration Manual (Haynes Restoration Manual)
A handy guide for people wishing to buy and restore Triumph Spitfires.
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Repairing and Restoring Classic Car Components
The title says it all, really...
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Metal Fabricator's Handbook
Learn how to fabricate and shape panels for many different applications, including classic car restoration.
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Triumph Spitfire ('62 to '81) (Service and Repair Manuals)
Haynes repair manual for the Triumph Spitfire.
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Triumph Spitfire and GT6: A Guide to Originality
A guide for the restorer in helping get their car as close to "factory" as posssible.
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Engine Builder's Handbook
Covers all aspects of engines, from inspection, repair through to rebuilding.
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Classic Car Interior Restoration Guide
A guide to the restoration of classic car interiors.
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Classic Car Restoration: The Complete Step-by-step Guide
This guide to the restoration of classic cars shows readers what to look for when buying a car as well as "tricks of the trade" and practical advice on tools, equipment, bodywork repairs and electrical component overhaul, as well as interior trim renewal.
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Classic Car Electrical Systems Repair Manual
Guide to repairing electrical systems in classic cars.
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Canon EOS 350D SLR
If you are doing your own restoration, having a digital camera helps immensely - if not for publishing on a web site like I am doing, but for taking reference pictures...
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Canon PowerShot A410
The Canon EOS 350D may be more than you need, but the PowerShot A410 is a reasonably priced alternative.
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More books to follow...
Have a suggestion for a book? Please let me know!
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