Caburn Hurricane:CKC Guide 2007
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Caburn Hurricane
Hurricane
Caburn Roadster
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A THOROUGHLY PROVEN product, the classically styled Hurricane has been in existence since 1983, when it was first produced under the Vincent marque. Caburn Engineering has been responsible for the car since 1994, producing it as a high quality GRP replacement body for a Triumph Spitfire or GT6 whose original steel body has succumbed to rust. As such, the Hurricane is easy to build and can retain the donor car’s registration (and therefore avoid the IVA test). Starting point for the build is any model or year of Spitfire or GT6. The full rolling chassis, which may need some restoration, is retained complete with all running gear, engine, gearbox, steering, pedals, all electrical components, door internals, seats etc. The Hurricane main body unit (it is a one-piece moulding) is partially stressed and works with the chassis to create a rigidly constructed sports car with excellent handling and roadholding. A steel frame gives added strength and support for certain components, these being the door hinges, windscreen surround, dashboard and steering column. Whatever donor car is used, it is necessary to source the Hurricane’s windscreen assembly, door windows, hood and frame from a pre-1971 Spitfire. That apart, the build is very straightforward and creates a fine, everyday sports car that’s practical, lovely to drive and good looking. Adding to its potential useability, an optional GRP hard-top is also available. SUMMARY – A great way to transform an old Triumph sports car whose bodywork is going rusty. The Hurricane can be built by anyone with basic technical knowledge and doesn’t need an IVA test.
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SPECIFICATION CHASSIS: Triumph Spitfire or GT6 backbone type with steel outriggers. BODYWORK: GRP main assembly with double-skinning, box sections and some bonded-in plywood reinforcement. GRP bonnet with bonded-in tubular steel frame. DONOR CAR: Any model Triumph Spitfire or GT6. ENGINE OPTIONS: 1147cc or 1296cc Triumph 4-cylinder or 2-litre 6-cylinder. Other engines can be (and have been) fitted including the 150bhp Triumph TR6 straight-six, Rover K-series and Rover V8. SUSPENSION: Front – Original double wishbone front suspension with coil-over dampers. Rear – Rear swing axle IRS with transverse leaf spring. STEERING: Triumph rack and pinion. BRAKES: Front discs and rear drums from donor. KIT PRICE: Full GRP body kit £3300. BUDGET BUILD COST: From £5000.
COMING SOON...
Caburn is also working on a Sierra based chassis for a wider range of traditional front engined sports cars, from 2+2 family tourer through traditional pre-war racing car to a ’50s styled road racer (see inset pics above)
Recycling a Triumph Spitfire/GT6 or a Ford Sierra
Caburn Engineering, 18 Greenhill Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH17 7SQ T: 01444 450007 E: andycaburn@hotmail.com or david@caburn.demon.co.uk W: www.caburn.demon.co.uk
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