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by Johnwindwood
Thu Jun 30, 2022 08:58
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Seat base diaphragm new
Replies: 0
Views: 485

Seat base diaphragm new

Guys

Now that we have parted company with the Excel, there are one or two bits left to clear.

We have one new seat base diaphragm to fit either front seat. As you know these split with age and are now difficult to find.

£75 plus post. PM me if interested
by Johnwindwood
Mon Jan 31, 2022 19:37
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: NEC Classic restoration show 18-20 March 2022
Replies: 54
Views: 7946

Re: NEC Classic restoration show 18-20 March 2022

Contact adhesive will be fine to use-I've used far worse at this show!
by Johnwindwood
Wed Jan 12, 2022 17:45
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Fog light switch wanted-early Excel
Replies: 2
Views: 1051

Re: Fog light switch wanted-early Excel

Thanks Richard. Problem solved-the switch is OK-turned out to be a relay issue.
by Johnwindwood
Wed Jan 12, 2022 17:45
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: Rear fog lamp relay location?
Replies: 3
Views: 1047

Re: Rear fog lamp relay location?

After a bit of detective work, I have discovered that the early cars didn't have a rear fog relay, but the wiring runs through the front fog relay.
Checked and it had come loose in its holder. Removed, cleaned contacts and replaced-all now working.
by Johnwindwood
Mon Jan 10, 2022 13:25
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: Rear fog lamp relay location?
Replies: 3
Views: 1047

Rear fog lamp relay location?

Guys

I have no rear fog lamps (The day before MOT-typical!)
Where is the relay located? I have the factory manual which includes it in the wiring diagram but not in the component location diagram!
(1984/5 car)
Many thanks.
by Johnwindwood
Sun Jan 09, 2022 18:50
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Fog light switch wanted-early Excel
Replies: 2
Views: 1051

Fog light switch wanted-early Excel

Guys

I need a fog light switch for an early dash excel-the one with two positions, front and rear. Has a ribbed knob.

Can anyone help?

Thanks
by Johnwindwood
Fri Jan 07, 2022 20:08
Forum: For Sale
Topic: White 1984 Car at Auction
Replies: 4
Views: 1510

Re: White 1984 Series 1 1/2 at Auction

That is identical to our car, other than we have the optional 15" speedline wheels. :)
by Johnwindwood
Thu Nov 04, 2021 18:42
Forum: General
Topic: Ctek charger
Replies: 9
Views: 2030

Re: Ctek charger

We have a discarnect- the type with the fuse to keep the clock and radio settings. Because we kept forgetting and blowing the fuse, we replaced it with a resettable fuse. Much easier! Charger wise, we give both of our classics a regular conditioning with Lidl trickle chargers-they work in exactly th...
by Johnwindwood
Wed Sep 08, 2021 15:58
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Door Handles
Replies: 15
Views: 3537

Re: Door Handles

Assuming you want to retain the air of mystery, and not tell us what it's off, how about posting a pic of the rear so that we can assess the connection points and maybe offer solutions?
by Johnwindwood
Thu Aug 19, 2021 18:06
Forum: Engine and Gearbox
Topic: Diff filler plug removal
Replies: 7
Views: 2109

Re: Diff filler plug removal

If it's the driveshaft seals leaking, try cleaning or replacing the breather on top. Changed ours because of driveshaft leaks and they stopped.
Knew it was the right thing to do - when I removed it, I got a hiss of pressure being released !
by Johnwindwood
Wed Aug 11, 2021 17:47
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Driver's Seat Base Rubber
Replies: 5
Views: 1430

Re: Driver's Seat Base Rubber

The original trim supplier in Norfolk is very helpful (Sorry, I can't remember the name!) He sold me a new old stock one last year.
by Johnwindwood
Sun Aug 01, 2021 19:06
Forum: General
Topic: S J Sportscars Ltd
Replies: 11
Views: 2699

Re: S J Sportscars Ltd

I'm going to leap in here and say that although SJ have not been perfect in their parts supply to me, they are CONSIDERABLY better than a certain .....bits whom I have also used.
by Johnwindwood
Wed Jul 28, 2021 18:39
Forum: Servicing, Belts, Fuels and Oils
Topic: Fuel pump crush washer
Replies: 10
Views: 2661

Re: Fuel pump crush washer

My bet is that this is a standard copper washer rather than a crush washer. If so, and it is not badly damaged, you can re-anneal it for further use. Heat it to cherry red with a blowtorch and then quench in cold water. This restores it's original properties and it will act like new.
by Johnwindwood
Mon Jun 28, 2021 18:00
Forum: General
Topic: Fbook
Replies: 23
Views: 4501

Re: Fbook

The new Lotus Grand Tourers group. Further segmenting the limited number of owners into different cliques... or just requiring membership of multiple similar groups, often with the same people posting across different groups. https://66.media.tumblr.com/c6f712c8062bd881b17ac6b74d815d16/tumblr_mpdsu...
by Johnwindwood
Fri Jun 11, 2021 16:42
Forum: Engine and Gearbox
Topic: Throttle cable solution
Replies: 3
Views: 1297

Re: Throttle cable solution

Lotus-e-Clan wrote:
Fri Jun 11, 2021 16:38
Might get away with a Sturmey Archer pinch bolt too for less than £4.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/123921382744 ... SwTfNgIy2i
I suspect not- too small to fit through the linkage. The one I used is a perfect fit and cannot fall out.