Latest News


Uprated Rear Spring for all Heralds!
10/8/2007

The Courier Van springs are now sold out.

If there is sufficient demand, a second batch may be produced - please contact us to register your interest.


Petrol Filler Caps for Herald & Vitesse
Genuine Stanpart!
5/6/2008

We have just located a small quantity of original petrol filler caps, Part number 601761.
Also suitable for the Standard 8, 10 Pennant and Atlas.

All are in vey good condition, though there are inevitable imperfections following 35+ years in storage!
This is not available as a reproduction part - when they're gone there will be no more.

£12.00 each plus carriage (£2.50 in the UK, £3.50 worldwide).


Bonnet Centre Trim Clips for Herald & Vitesse
18/4/2008

High quality replacements now available - £2.50 per set of 5.


Classic Cars For Sale advert - April 2008

Our advert on page 135 of this magazine states an incorrect price for our 471C Oil Filter Conversion Kit.
The correct price is £32.50, as stated in our other literature.
We would like to appologise for any confusion.


Oil filter adaptor for 803 & 948cc Standard Triumph engines
18/12/2007

We have manufactured this conversion kit to replace the rare and expensive 471 type oil filter on the early Triumph herald engine.


Uprated Rear Spring for all Heralds!
01/11/2007

Unavailable for many years, we have commissioned a small batch of Courier Van rear springs.
The spring rate of 552lb/in compares to 270lb/in of the regular Herald Saloon and Convertible component.

As well as a rare original piece for Courier Van owners, these springs are very desireable as a performance item, to upgrade the handling of any Herald.

The reduced arch of the spring prevents the notorious Herald rear wheel tuck, without the softer handling of the common swing-spring conversions.

We have just 10 of these springs in stock now at £98.00 each, plus carriage.


More Rotor Arms!
04/7/2007

This new product is suitable for the Lucas type 45D distributor in 4 & 6 cylinder forms.

Made to the same high spec as the type 22 & 25D rotor arms introduced earlier this year.

Full details and prices can be found here.


Uprated steering coupling 25/6/2007

Another elusive part back in stock!.

The original steering column coupling fitted to the Herald, Vitesse, Spitfire and GT6 is a known weakness of these cars.
As well as the problem of perished rubber components in the coupling, the original coupling requires a seperate ground wire for the horn to operate reliably.

145377.jpg (36374 bytes) Part number 145377R is a direct replacement for the original steering couplings.
This component eliminates both of these problems while providing a more positive steering action.

Unlike some replacements, this coupling gives adequate clearance around the suspension turrets of all vehicles built on the Herald & Spitfire chassis'.

Available from stock at the new lower price of £25.00 each plus £2.50 P&P in the UK.


Herald & Vitesse Treadplates
04/04/2007

Shiny bits are always popular!

These were originally fitted to the Triumph Vitesse, Herald 12/50 and 13/60.
They can also be fitted to any other Herald variant.

Anodised aluminium with original square pattern.

Now available from stock at £25.00 per pair, plus carriage.
Full details here


New Rotor Arms!
06/03/2007

Reliability has been a problem with recently available rotor arms intended for Lucas 4 & 6 cylinder distributors, particularly when used with electronic ignition or other uprated ignition components.
We now stock a high quality replacement rotor arm for the popular Lucas distributors used form the 1950s to 1974.

Full details and prices can be found here.


Updated Extrusions List
16/11/2006

Our new updated list of extrusions and general purpose sealing rubbers is now available.
This is downloadable as a pdf document here


Back to Business
30/10/2006

After a hard working weekend at the NEC Classic Motor Show we're now getting everything back to normal.

We believe that one of our customers at the NEC on Friday may have been given the wrong set of EBC brake shoes.

If you bought a set of rear shoes for a Triumph Vitese and have found that they don't fit, please get in touch so that we can supply you with the correct parts.


Off to the NEC!
25/10/2006

We will be trading at the NEC Classic Motor Show this coming weekend, Friday October 27th to Sunday 29th.

Please bear with us as we will not be available by telephone or email from PM Wednesday, October 25th, until Monday October 30th.


New Service - Horn Rebuilding
5/10/2006

Original old-stock Lucas and Clear Hooters horns are no longer readily available.
We have been approached by a customer to rebuild and tune the horns for the ground up rebuild of his Triumph Vitesse 6.

At the moment we are able to rebuild customers' horns to order, typical cost is £80.00 per pair.
We may in future be able to offer horns on an exchange basis, subject to demand.
Finished horns are supplied in satin black as original, or as requested by the customer.


Back in Stock - Weatherstrip Insertion Tool
25/9/2006

Previously a very popular line, these have been unavailable for some time.
If you've struggled to fit outer weatherstrips to the doors of your Triumph, or other classic, you'll appreciate how useful this product is going to be.

For instructions on how to use the tool, click here.


Early Herald Panels and Parts
30/6/2006

If you're restoring an early Triumph Herald, you'll know how difficult it is to obtain oiginal parts in good condition.

Having owned more than my fair share of pre-1962 Heralds on the Mk1 chassis, I have hoarded a vast quantity of used parts for these cars.

Herald 948 Bulkhead
needs some repairs but very sound
£40.00
Herald Vitesse Mk2 or 13/60 Convertible Bulkhead
needs floor repairs, otherwise very sound
£40.00
Herald 948 Bodyshell
Excellent floors, early boot floor and other features
£40.00
Herald 948 chassis
Very good main rails, generally solid but riggers patched
£50.00
Herald 1200 Mk1 Heavy Duty Chassis
Suitable for early 1200 Estate or Courier Van - very rare
£60.00
Herald 948 Bodyshell
Excellent floors, early boot floor and other features
£40.00

All prices are negotiable, I would rather see them used than sit in my barn for another 10 years!


Boot front-edge repair panels LFA1
13/6/2006
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These have been unavailable since last year, we now have a small quantity of these available for immediate despatch.

A single panel is approximately 11" wide and repairs three ribs, four panels are required to repair the entire front edge.
The current batch is supplied in bare metal with a light oil coating.

A single panel is priced at £12.00 plus £2.00 carriage in the UK.
A set of four panels can be purchased for £45.00 plus £6.00 carriage.
Please contact us for overseas shipping costs.


Early Herald Restoration Products
6/2/2006

We are finally able to supply gearlever grommets in Phantom Grey, suitable for the Herald 948 Saloon, Coupe & Convertible and Courier Vans.

We have also re-stocked with our Phantom Grey and Pink Wisteria aerosol paints - perfect for refinishing the internal steelwork.

Full details and prices can be found here.


Side Entry Distributor Cap back in stock!
22/11/2005

Having been unavailable for a few months, part number GDC114 for the Herald and TR2-4 is now available.

These are available for immediate despatch at £12.00 plus £2.00 carriage in the UK.


EBC Brake Products now available
12/7/2005

Following many requests from our customers, we are now stocking EBC brake linings, including the excellent Green Stuff pads.

For prices check out our brake parts page here.


Triumph Herald 948 Bodyshell
7/5/2005

Restoring an early Herald?

We don't like breaking Heralds, especially not the ultra-rare early ones.
Someone else had started stripping this one, we were left to pick up the pieces.

This has the welded valances and one-piece boot floor, both unique to the earliest Heralds.

With a few local repairs, this could be your perfect replacement shell.


Stanpart Herald Boot Floor
15/3/2005 - SOLD

I've never seen another one of these, have you?.

An extremely rare panel which we have been using as a pattern for our boot repair sections.

Perfect for a concourse restoration - take a look at the dodgy reproduction panels available elsewhere, then make us an offer!

This panel is correct for an Estate or Courier Van, with minor modifications it will suit any Herald or Vitesse


Fabric Door Seal Finisher
12/2/2005

We have been supplying the best available replacement door seals for Heralds, Vitesses and early Spitfires for some time.
We are now able to offer the woven finisher as used on the original seals.

The fabric is 32mm wide and is priced at £1.50 per metre.

The door seal DSL1 is priced at £4.00 per metre.

Carefuly stitched and glued together, you can achieve a very correct looking door seal.

This fabric is available from stock in black, with charcoal grey fabric due shortly.
Other colours will be introduced if there is sufficient demand


Solid Inner Wishbone Bushes
10/1/2005

A completely unobtainable part for many years, we are now able to offer the solid nylon & steel lower wishbone bushes which are correct for the earliest Heralds.

These are suitable for any car using Herald front suspension, including all Spitfire, GT6 and Vitesse models.

They are manufactured specifically for Herald 948 models of 1959, where the unbraced lower wishbone was fitted, making rigid bushes essential.

Sets of four bushes are available from stock at £22.00 plus £1.50 carriage in the UK.


Overdrive Switch Wiring Harness - 153726
26/10/2004

By no means a new product, we are now able to substantially reduce the price by manufacturing these 18" gearshift looms in house.

They are suitable for the Triumph Spitfire MkIV & 1500, GT6 Mk3, 2000 & 2.5 Mk2, Stag, Dolomite and late model MGB.

These are available from stock at £4.50 each.

Overdrive looms for non-standard applications made to order, please ask for details.


Hood poppers and assembly tool
26/9/2004

We've been selling hood poppers for some time, but finding a source for assembly tools has been more difficult.
We are now able to offer a reasonably priced punch and anvil set.

Assembly is straightforward, the button is place face down on the anvil.
The popper's locating hole in the fabric is placed over the button's spigot, followed by the socket.
Place the punch in the spigot, a sharp clout with the hammer and you're done.
Part number Description Price each
HPAP Hood Popper Assembly Punch £6.00
HP1 Hood Popper Socket £0.15
HP2 Hood Popper Button (plated) £0.15
HP3 Hood Popper Button (black) £0.20
HP4 Hood Popper Stud £0.10


Instrument bezel gasket
15/9/2004

This will please anyone whose instruments are oozeing black goo from beneath their chrome bezels.
This round section sponge extrusion is an excellent replacement for the original gaskets.

We recommend using our gasket to replace both the outer bezel to glass AND glass to instrument body gaskets.

Our replacement instrument gasket is priced at £1.00 per metre.


Brake Light Switches for Triumphs
8/6/2004

For some time now we have been trying to source an alternative for the unreliable pedal operated brake light switch fitted to so many Triumphs.

WGSG1.jpg (17496 bytes) Part number 135429R is a high quality replacement for the original 135429.

These are available from stock at £4.00 each.


Triumph Specialist Paints
25/4/2004

Regular customers will already know that we supply authentically matched Triumph paints in 400ml aerosol cans.

Our Triumph Road-Wheel White is correct for all 1960s Triumphs fitted with white wheels.
The Triumph Interior Grey is correct for interior fittings on all Triumph Heralds.

Paints are priced at £9.00 per 400ml aerosol can


Herald & Vitesse Hardtop Windscreen Seals
12/1/2004

Some time ago we were asked by a customer to find a replacement windscreen seal for his aftermarket hardtop. We were able to supply an exact match for the sample he supplied and we can now offer this seal to all our customers.

WGSG1.jpg (17496 bytes) Priced at £8.00 per metre, this includes the bright metallic filler strip.
3 metres is enough to re-seal the most popular hardtops, but please contact us to discuss your requirements.


Herald & Vitesse Saloon Rear Windscreen Seals
30/12/2003

We now have the long awaited new stock of part number 803357, the rear winscreen seal for the Herald and Vitesse Saloons.

Available at £20.00 each plus carriage.


Push button starter solenoid 18/9/2003
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This is an excellent replica of the original starter solenoid fitted to most Triumphs of the 1960s.

Order part number 121269 now for £20.00 plus £3.00 P&P in the UK.


Door sealing parts for your Triumph 16/7/2003

As a result of our continuous research and product testing, we are now able to offer all of the required seals for the doors on your Triumph Herald & Vitesse. Spitfire and GT6 owners should not feel left out as many of these products are also suitable for these cars.

Included are the following seals:

559474r.jpg (38060 bytes) Front window channel
Unlike similar products, our window channel is deep in section and fills the quarterlight runner correctly.
This is supplied in 90cm lengths to fit the channel in each quarterlight.

£3.50 per 90cm length
(for longer sections please enquire)

Door Seal.JPG (47647 bytes) Door Seal
Very close in section to the original seal fitted to most Heralds, Vitesses and earlier Spitfires, this is a lip seal which is a vast improvement over the commonly available bubble section seals.
The seal finish is plain rubber without the fabric finisher of later cars.

£4.00 per metre

Further seals can be found in our latest pricelist, downloadable here


20/1/2003
Extrusions listing now available in PDF format

We frequently receive enquiries regarding seals for aftermarket hardtops and other obscure applications.
Hopefully you will find what you're looking for here.
Many of the sections illustrated are unique to Rarebits
4classics.
Please contact us if you require samples.


NEW! 13/1/2003
Triumph Vitesse 6 Commission Plate
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A much requested item - we've taken our time to get it right!

Now available from stock at £10.00 each including P&P in the UK.


NEW! 8/1/2003
Spitfire MkI-III Hardtop Windscreen seal
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Part number 903599 has been unavailable for many years but is now remanufactured by Rarebits4classics

This unique seal has been produced as a continuous extrusion - it will need to be trimmed an joined upon installation.
It has been engineered to accurately locate the hardtop rear screen.

Available from stock at £25.00 each plus £5.50 P&P in the UK.
Chromed plastic finisher kit £6.00