Englishmaninwales

My recent experience is that if you are not fitting the original differential, you may find you have to re-centralise the diff (to within 2mm) with the packing washers. Measure from the diff to the side chassis rail. Malcolm Edit: I managed not to spill ANY oil taking the diff out.........Until a week later when I walked into the full plastic basin which was still on the garage floor Edited by - Englishmaninwales on 9 Apr 2006 22:45:04

Welshmaninengland ah, I see....... Englishmaninwales

Why change the oil? Gear oil doesn't get contaminated with combustion products unlike engine oil. Just keep it topped up. malcolm

I've had excellent friendly service too! Malcolm

Bruce Sorry to hear about your emission woes. I 'm not sure I have an answer, but interestingly my car is a 1400cc 1994 factory built car (confirmed by CC and used as a demonstrator) but the 6th VIN digit is 'K' . Passed the MOT test on Saturday with a smoke test only. I was worried about the new MOT and which emissions test would apply, as this is a re-engined car with an 1800. Seems the VIN numbering is inconsistent. Malcolm

Darren Very impressive !! *thumbup* Malcolm

Thanks Dave, I'm glad about that, as I filled it yesterday without giving the grade of oil any thought!! Malcolm

Dave YHM Malcolm

David Yes I retained the 1400 SS ECU, the only change was to the injectors (blue changed to cream). The cams, plenum, fuel rail, FPR, engine loom and flywheel were from the1400. The car is a 1994 with a high port head which is identical to that on the 1800. Malcolm

Is EP 90 ok for seirra differential with Quaife LSD? Thanks Malcolm

David I retained my complete 1400 SS induction setup when I fitted an 1800, plus retaining the ECU, loom and flywheel. The only item I changed were the injectors. Seems to work fine. Malcolm

I run without the foam, but no signs of cracking....yet! Malcolm

Tom YHM malcolm

Demon Tweeks 1.9'' C spanner product code SPXC102 £5.52 +vat tel 01978663000 Malcolm

Danny My CC build manual for de dion 1994 vintage cars states the correct gearbox is the XR4i, Ford part number 1645418. There is no statement of the ratios. Malcolm

Stu, why are you posting on here at 0521hrs. Have you got no bed to go to 🤔

My new one fitted OK (1400ss forward facing TB). Couldnt wash it Stu, as it was falling to bits ❗ Malcolm

Following hot on the heels of Mav's TD, if anybody is interested there is a trackday for Lotus enthusiasts, which is open to L7C: Track day at Anglesey on Saturday 22nd April for Lotus enthusiasts We’re trying to encourage novices and ladies but all levels welcome! Aiming to have all lady/all Lotus sessions, depending on bookings Proposed Format: 3 x 20-minute sessions per hour, six hours track time: 10am-1pm, 2-5pm Sign-in from 8.45am Briefing at 9.30am Featuring Dave Minter, who was the Chief Development Engineer on the original Elise project Dave is a qualified ARDS instructor available for one-on-one driving instruction at £20 per half-hour session Lotus Cars will supply an Exige with "half-sticky" tyres for Dave to demonstrate driving techniques Two additional senior ARDS instructors available Helmets available for drivers and passengers Buffet lunch and light refreshments Fun awards Price per car: £120 For information about B+Bs and hotels please refer to the circuit website on: www.angleseycircuit.com On-site catering: all-day facility selling hot and cold food and drinks, e.g. burgers, rolls etc. or bring a picnic Spectators welcome! An Elise available for self-drive hire at £85 per session Passenger hot laps in an Elise for £30 Informal social evening at a local hostelry where you can pick Dave’s brain about his many years at Lotus, his involvement in various Lotus models, the Elise concept, car control etc. For more details or to book please contact Zoë on zoekafel@aol.com or 07774 446145

kipper try Rimmer Bros 01522568000 part no GHK1021 front hub kit malcolm

Darren I have used my 1400 alternator and bellhousing on my 1800 (non VVC). It is a 1994 car. Malcolm

Ian Thanks. I shall change my refill proceedure. Malcolm

Rob I think you mean ''you're'' But that doesn't answer the query....... Malcolm

Rob: ''if all your oil is in the engine an none in your bulk supply tank then no oil will be fed back to the oil pump and be pumped around the engine until such time that the scavenge pump has been able to shift enough oil into the bulk tank to get above the outlet and feed the engine pressure pump.'' Isn't that the point for cranking the engine (with plugs out and crank sensor disconnected) until you achieve pressure? ''Because oil putting 4l into a dry sumped engine will result in the oil level being high enough to contact the pistons when the crank rotates '' With the wet sump set up with appollo (after oil / filter change both will be empty) one needs to add 7.5 litres, all into the engine. Surely there will be oil in conact with the pistons then? Should I be putting half in and cranking the engine to fill the appollo, then adding the remainder? No doubt I missing something here?