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by barker_001
Wed May 24, 2023 17:54
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Middlewick House Open Garden - 3rd & 4th June
Replies: 0
Views: 1067

Middlewick House Open Garden - 3rd & 4th June

This was a great event last year, we're going again this year on Saturday 3rd. Nick Mason (of Pink Floyd and Ferrari fame) and his wife Annette open up the gardens of their home, Middlewick House in Wiltshire, for charity. Only a couple of miles from Castle Combe. Lots of stalls with local produce e...
by barker_001
Sun May 21, 2023 12:09
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Club Lotus Track Day 2023 27 May
Replies: 43
Views: 5871

Re: Club Lotus Track Day 2023 27 May

Hi Richard, unfortunately Sharon and I won't be able to make it this year, we've got a family event that weekend. It's a pity because this is a great day out and not too far from us.
by barker_001
Wed May 03, 2023 20:44
Forum: General
Topic: Strong fuel smell.
Replies: 24
Views: 2316

Re: Strong fuel smell.

The breather looks like clear (or probably yellow and crumbly by now) aquarium pipe, and goes from the rear of the filler cap mechanism (top left in the boot), over the top of the tank under the lip of the boot aperture, wraps round behind the battery, and exits the car through / behind the bumper. ...
by barker_001
Sat Apr 01, 2023 12:35
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: NEW OWNER - 1992 EXCEL SE
Replies: 13
Views: 3232

Re: NEW OWNER - 1992 EXCEL SE

The paint code for Calypso Red on my 1990 car is A23, I think that would most likely have been the same for yours.
by barker_001
Fri Mar 31, 2023 09:54
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Winterbottom Run 2023
Replies: 13
Views: 2059

Re: Winterbottom Run 2023

Hi Richard, everyone, Unfortunately I'll be unable to make the run this year, we are away on holiday on the weekend of the 19th / 20th August. We're also otherwise engaged on the weekend of Castle Combe :( On the plus side we are booked in for the Middlewick House Open Garden event on 3rd June. The ...
by barker_001
Thu Mar 02, 2023 18:43
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: NEW OWNER - 1992 EXCEL SE
Replies: 13
Views: 3232

Re: NEW OWNER - 1992 EXCEL SE

Welcome to the madhouse Dwayne! Lots of info and experience here on the forum, most common faults have been discussed and fixed at some point. The search function is your friend!
by barker_001
Fri Feb 17, 2023 20:01
Forum: Engine and Gearbox
Topic: Radiator Replacement - Chinese aluminium radiator
Replies: 26
Views: 3087

Re: Radiator Replacement - Chinese aluminium radiator

It looks like the radiator with the rubber mountings (A089K0147F) was introduced as late as 1991. The parts list note says ‘See S/B 1991/06’ against this item, and the rubber mounting bushes and associated brackets are all to be used with this radiator. Cheers, Richard Well, that might explain why ...
by barker_001
Mon Feb 13, 2023 18:37
Forum: General
Topic: Rumble from the rear
Replies: 12
Views: 1327

Re: Rumble from the rear

Bryan - I had exactly the same symptoms as you describe and thought it was wheel bearings. Felt like the rear wheel was shaped like a fifty pence piece. It wasn't constant - came and went. Turned out to be a sticking calliper - piston was seized. Changed callipers and discs as they were at minimum ...
by barker_001
Thu Feb 09, 2023 20:10
Forum: General
Topic: Rumble from the rear
Replies: 12
Views: 1327

Re: Rumble from the rear

Thank you gents for your thoughts, lots of things to check there. Will try to get onto it this weekend. Bash, I must admit I hadn't thought of uneven tyre wear, hopefully that's something easy to check by swapping them around. I had a Mazda 3 which used to "50p" the rear tyres quite rapidly, the sou...
by barker_001
Wed Feb 08, 2023 20:33
Forum: General
Topic: Rumble from the rear
Replies: 12
Views: 1327

Rumble from the rear

The Excel's rear, not mine! :roll: While out on Sunday, I noticed a rumble from the rear of the car, which seemed to pulse at about the same speed as wheel rotation, and caused a noticeable vibration through the car. It only occurred at 70mph or slightly over that. I think I've felt the beginnings o...
by barker_001
Wed Dec 28, 2022 19:00
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: No spark!
Replies: 12
Views: 1409

Re: No spark!

Something else to try Richard - take the measurement of the distributor pickup resistance again. This time, while the meter is reading the resistance, take off the cap and twist the rotor arm against the centrifugal advance. You should see no (or only a couple of ohms) change in the value. If it flu...
by barker_001
Tue Dec 27, 2022 19:39
Forum: General
Topic: Representing the third generation….
Replies: 42
Views: 3462

Re: Representing the third generation….

I agree with KevW and Pete's posts above. I don't see a benefit to adding an Esprit section to this forum, although of course I would welcome any Esprit owners (or indeed anyone with an interest in Lotus) who wanted to join the existing forum. Esprits are well catered for elsewhere. On the odd occas...
by barker_001
Sat Nov 26, 2022 16:49
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Restoration show 2023
Replies: 24
Views: 3142

Re: Restoration show 2023

Sorry to hear you've not been well, Pete. Just to add my best wishes, and good luck with your treatment.
by barker_001
Sun Nov 13, 2022 17:47
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: First job jobbed - 2 more found !!!
Replies: 244
Views: 72177

Re: First job jobbed - 2 more found !!!

Sounds like you're well on your way with the bushes Tony. It's something I want to look at on mine fairly soon, but my local specialist / MOT man says there's not a lot wrong with what's on there - although I'm sure some fresh rubber / polybushes would improve things. Can I ask what you are painting...
by barker_001
Sat Nov 05, 2022 19:43
Forum: Upgrades and modifications
Topic: Blaupunkt Bremen SQR 46 DAB Radio
Replies: 2
Views: 1117

Blaupunkt Bremen SQR 46 DAB Radio

Following my earlier upgrade of the original speakers, I bit the bullet and bought a Blaupunkt Bremen SQR 46 DAB Radio. All fitted and working, and very pleased with the result. https://ams03pap001files.storage.live.com/y4meJDobKP6tltF72SYxo4Po5L1sipogSzByGUXEVRYhWU8dF0oJ_YoqE6_JF_Rgw8kehw9YFtI87iGv...