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doesn't sound like the voltage regulator is my problem then really. Yep, maybe fuel gauge stuck - would make sense, as car doesn't give driven much and probably sat around with the same level in the fuel tank for a while. Yes, seems easy enough to take the sender out of the tank (i guess !). Q:, is the sender only in one of the tanks?
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Speedo not reading correctly - cable or gauge?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Engine/Ancilliaries
thanks guys for the replies. Yes, using stock 235/60 tyres. I guess it is just one of those put up with it things ! I did think about using my iPad mini and velcro it to the dash as a satellite speedo -
Hi All, my speedo is out by about ten miles an hour - but varies depending on what speed you're doing - up to fifteen miles an hour. It is very annoying ! Would you think this would be the gauge or the speedo cable causing the issue? Is this common on lotus esprit turbo cars?
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thanks Clive - that is an interesting comment as my temp gauge has show high ever since I've had it (albeit, I have had the car nearly a year, but only driven it about a dozen times) and I was wondering if there was something wrong with my cooling too. However, the fuel gauge and temp gauge are different are they not - insofar as the fuel gauge shows an 'instant' reading when the ignition is on - but the temp gauge is a progression based on temp of engine? Is the voltage regulator replaceable?
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HI All, winter is coming to an end (finally) here in Oz and starting to get the car out more. I have a question that I am hoping someone can help with though. My fuel was about 1/2 on the gauge, so went to the service station and filled up - right up. When I got back in the car, the guage now only shows 3/4 full. i have driven it around for about another 1/2 hour, and the guage is still showing 3/4 - so clearly, it is wrong. So, my question is - would it be the gauge that is wrong or the fuel tank sender? How can I check? I know on the old holdens (here in australia), you could
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thanks Andy - where did you get that from if you don't mind me asking? Also, what is the proper tension you work for with this?
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not sure when the radiator was last done - but will check. Question from this - how does one check the timing belt - apart from the obvious signs of wear? Is there a gauge available for this job? On my old 911 porsche , you could buy a gauge to test the tension of their belts.
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hmm, well that is interesting. Maybe I don't need to take the motor out? I am getting conflicting information (reading too much on the internet I think !). So, perhaps I should explain a little further. I bought the car last December and since then, I haven't driven it very much. I have restored the wheels, done most of the interior and installed and overhead console. I have bought 'big brakes' for the front, new shockers for the front and new rear brakes. I have yet to fit the brakes - going to do those all at once. I also am going to paint it - and have bought the paint and a port
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which body work has to come off - just the tailgate?
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Hi All, figure it is about time to take out my engine. I thought it best to ask some people whom have done it before the best way - and any tips/tricks. So, can anyone on here that has done an engine removal on the 1982 Turbo Esprit make some comments or point me towards a link with some photos of an engine removal please? I believe that the engine/trans comes out at the same time. I can't use an overhead gantry crane - would have to use a mobile engine hoist - but I believe the 'lift ' on these might have to be checked as there is not enough travel to pull both out? thank you
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looking great Jenna ! Question - are those rear side indicator lights standard ? Don't have them on mine?
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Boot Bag - any pictures?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
thanks guys - so now I'm really confused ! So, I get the five easily spotted ones, but are you saying that it only uses five press studs and that the bag of the bag is screwed in with screws on a metal strip? Then what are the extra two press studs for? Sorry, just can't picture it ! -
Boot Bag - any pictures?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
perfect - thank you ! just can't see the last two in the last picture though? -
Hi Guys, just got my brand new boot bag from SJ's. It came with seven press studs. Just wondering if anyone has a picture or two of the boot bag installed in their esprit so I can see where the press studs go - as the previous owner of my car removed them, filled the holes, repainted boot and carpeted so I can't see the old locations. I suppose I can guess, but would be a lot more help if I can see some photos of an actual install. thank you !
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Capping rails - nightmare !
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
thanks guys -seems it is pretty common and I'm on the right track. Really goofy way of doing things though ! -
Hi All, I have received my capping rail clip on pieces from SJs (chrome/plastic) that are supposed to be riveted on to the body and then the capping rail 'clips' into this and the sides screwed down. Well, I am stuffed if I know how this is supposed to work ! When I finished riveting it down, the capping rail only fits in at the back, but doesn't even come close everywhere else ! Unfortunately, the previous owner had filled all the old holes and never had the chrome piece in - instead, just had the capping rail screwed into the sides and some double sided tape to stop the front lifting
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Hi All, does anyone have a 'working' one of these digital clocks that they are willing to part with please?
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http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/201555011812?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649
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dashboard removal - how to on G Car?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
wonderful - thanks Dan. Getting late here on Wednesday night - will print this out and hook into it over the next few days. I had to rip out all the old carpet - although it looked ok, there had been (previous owner) a leak from the oil gauge in the dash and all the underlay on the drivers side was soaked in oil ! Anyhow, once it was all out and I cleaned it up (petrol, kero, thinners - what ever I could find) - I decided to use some bitumen based sound proofing as a base to work from. I did this in my old porsche 964 and it made a big difference. Thanks again - will keep all update -
dashboard removal - how to on G Car?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
excellent - looking forward to this. I am up to here... -
Hi All, does anyone have a link to a howto on a dashboard removal for the G Car please? I have all the interior out (doing carpet etc) and figured it is probably the right time to take out the dash and go and get it re-upholstered. All the links I can find on the net are for the later model S car lotus dashboards. I am figuring someone on here has removed the complete dash to have it recovered before and might have some photos and instructions to make it easier for newbies thanks
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how to remove doors?
hepkat63 replied to hepkat63's topic in Interior/Exterior/Lights/Glass/Alarms/ICE/HVAC
thanks. Yes, I will be painting the car over the next month or so - and want to strip the doors off to do so. Do you mean the large bolts?