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by TAR
Sun Apr 07, 2024 22:32
Forum: General
Topic: Lotus Garage
Replies: 4
Views: 214

Re: Lotus Garage

Compressing springs is a hazardous procedure unless you are well acquainted with the correct process.

I'm not saying don't do it, just be sure to know how to do it before starting. :)
by TAR
Sun Apr 07, 2024 22:30
Forum: General
Topic: Unobtainium
Replies: 21
Views: 775

Re: Unobtainium

Any of the many flimsy grained plastic masks, covers, finishers etc used on an Esprit
Esprit dry sumps parts
Marcasite fabric
Rear wheel bearings
Rear hub carriers
original spec dampers :)
by TAR
Tue Mar 19, 2024 23:23
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Elite 50th Anniversary - Banner / Display ?
Replies: 46
Views: 4517

Re: Elite 50th Anniversary - Banner / Display ?

That's really good, well done getting it sorted :)
by TAR
Fri Mar 01, 2024 23:26
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Elite 50th Anniversary - Banner / Display ?
Replies: 46
Views: 4517

Re: Elite 50th Anniversary - Banner / Display ?

The correct Esprit for the 70's was the S2 JPS car. The Turbo Esprit was never produced in a limited JPS livery. :)
by TAR
Mon Feb 26, 2024 23:07
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Riviera
Replies: 8
Views: 588

Re: Riviera

That is an absolute bargain and I wish I had space for it. Such a rare car :)
by TAR
Sun Jan 28, 2024 22:36
Forum: For Sale
Topic: 2 interesting Elites for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 566

Re: 2 interesting Elites for sale

The statement made on the yellow one 'This is number one on production of s2 model' is incorrect. The S2.2 launched in 1980. Being a 1983 car makes it more likely it's one of the last It's a strong price especially as it says it's been sat for 15 years, unless all the recommissioning work has been d...
by TAR
Wed Nov 08, 2023 21:35
Forum: General
Topic: Cheap Eclát and expensive Excel
Replies: 5
Views: 822

Re: Cheap Eclát and expensive Excel

the White Eclat is a rare car being an S2. It looks to be a good project :)
by TAR
Sun Sep 24, 2023 21:47
Forum: General
Topic: Old Paint Problems
Replies: 6
Views: 773

Re: Old Paint Problems

I believe the small spots could be moisture escaping from the body. It's important that the fiberglass is completely dry before painting. :)
by TAR
Thu Aug 31, 2023 18:21
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Replies: 19
Views: 2844

Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet

Thanks for the update Pete :)
by TAR
Mon Aug 21, 2023 21:39
Forum: Restoration projects
Topic: New member - Excel SA
Replies: 552
Views: 38967

Re: New member - Excel SA

That's just awful. I do hope that whatever they took is replaceable and that the scum get caught.

:)
by TAR
Tue Aug 15, 2023 22:02
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Lotus Elite project needs finishing
Replies: 6
Views: 1851

Re: Lotus Elite project needs finishing

You'd pay 6k plus just for a good respray which means the car is essentially free :)

Looks like a great project.
by TAR
Tue Aug 15, 2023 22:00
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Replies: 19
Views: 2844

Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet

Hi Pete, I've messaged you :)
by TAR
Mon Jul 31, 2023 21:29
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Identify Lotus Badge
Replies: 3
Views: 615

Re: Identify Lotus Badge

Looks like the 1989 onwards badge :)
by TAR
Sun Jul 23, 2023 22:40
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Lotus dealer poster set.
Replies: 11
Views: 975

Re: Lotus dealer poster set.

Tried sending you an email, let's see if you get it :)
by TAR
Sat Jul 22, 2023 19:20
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Lotus dealer poster set.
Replies: 11
Views: 975

Re: Lotus dealer poster set.

I've sent you a PM :)