The Lotus Grand Tourers

tonypoll wrote:I have the same long spring as Robert. It's how it came from the factory.

Same here. It broke at one end a couple of years ago resulting in a change of underwear! cant remember which end but the other did jam its self initially and sort of worked intermittently until i worked out the problem.

[/quote]At 5250 rpm, you don't need a rev limiter, you need cruise control.[/quote]
or a diesel!

Many thanks for the responses. I have to do a bit of shunting in a tight area which is concerning enough with the Excel so the replacement (inside the garage) needs to be no more difficult although given that it will cost a bit more which will add to the parking frisson! Dolly's considered but not s...

Hi

Anyone know what the turning circle is for an Excel. I am trying to work out much more difficult it will be to get a potential new acquisition in the garage.

Thanks in advance

Its a while since i have this concern but I used to put on the AC as that puts the fans on if i recall correctly.

:D Even had one guy follow me home to have a closer look at it a mechanic who lives locally he was well impressed & could not believe it wasn't worth more . Had exactly the same happen to me not that long ago and also said he was motor trade and wanted to buy it. Somewhat disconcerting and could no...

Even with the engine rebuild this year (done myself, but the parts and machining cost a fair few £££) I doubt Lilith will cost me this year what a 3-series would depreciate, let alone the other running costs. Well i can see that doing a lot of work yourself will save a lot as most of my bills are l...

I tend to be viewed as a bit odd or daring depending upon the audience and how much they believe that it costs the same as a newish 3 series to run (including depreciation). Working in Cambridge it only really attracts the interest of middle aged oriental gentlemen and the occasional small child. St...

Ditto zinc plated is the way to go

Pete

Ah. Possibly not. I will have another shot now.

regards

Simon

Pete

You should have a PM if i managed to work it out correctly.

Regards

Pete

if its still available i would like it.

Regards

I would be up for a couple if only to put away for the future. Not sure of the condition of mine at present, a case of not wanting to look until i have to do the window frame.

Angus

Great news and fair price. I am happy to commit to a pair now once you have completed testing and are ready to take orders. Just wont be ready to fit until next year.

Regards

Sounding promising While i do not need then just now at that price i will buy a pair immediately and place in the parts store along with the piston/liner set etc. Cant risk them not being available when needed and having the car off road. Its bad enough that the its having an overnight stay this mon...