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  1. Steve V8
    I don't doubt your knowledge Filip, but if that were true it's just as well our Esprits don't have pollen filters...we'd have to put the flowers on the inside.
  2. Steve V8
    1, Have you checked the integrity of the latching mechanism (coathanger) under the dash?Specifically the pivoting points. 2, At high speed the downforce will cause greater loading on the strikers relieving the grip of the latches, raise the strikers to stop the latching mechanism from dropping out.
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    The platers/coaters can mask off or plug any areas where a finish isn't required.
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    Mel Nichols of car magazine in the late 70's then Haymarket press is now lecturing at universities, close ties with Lotus and Lambo, I'm sure he'd love to sharpen his pencil..
  5. Steve V8
    Noooo, you not catching my drift, the long bit looks too long (his is longer than yours) on Paul's piccy, perhaps its an optical illusion or because im looking through one eye.
  6. Steve V8
    Long end is too long to be an original Lotus part, probably fitted by a P/O. The vinyl covered metal plate may be a DIY attempt at a battery cover.
  7. Steve V8
    Having seen your S1, I very much doubt this TE will end up anything other than perfection. Looking forward to seeing the progress.
  8. Steve V8
    So Esprit and Elise = a secret affair with another lover. Evora = a threesome...
  9. Steve V8
    Sounds a bit dodgy Lee, no wipers no back lights and a new M.O.T. If it runs and drives it's a shame to break it but you could double your money. Alternatively you could spend 30k and do it up, that way you'll end up with a beautiful ornament and no money at all ever again
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    Brexit

    Steve V8 replied to Barrykearley's topic in General Chat

    It's mockdown here in the south west, the seriousness hasn't really occurred as this is our first wave. Infections are running a mock through the schools and the government can't quite understand why infection rates are rising in young women. Perhaps those clever scientists should come and admire the unmasked habits of the gossiping locked down ladies (and some men) at the school gates.
  11. Steve V8
    I used non absorbent closed cell foam gym/exercise mat.
  12. Steve V8
    I can Dave but, are you aware that the original luggage compartment and bulkhead carpets used by Lotus in the S1/S2 were a black loop pile cord, we use an automotive needlepuch cord (but in black for the S2) as used S3 on. I believe your interior carpet set is due to be started this week.
  13. Steve V8
    I am buddy, though the dark grey is now lighter than the original Lotus anthracite. Alternatively you could have them in black. Cost £150 for the luggage compartment + £35 for the bulkhead window surround and quarterlight carpets. Best regards Steve
  14. Steve V8
    Happy 16th TLF, you've come of age And congratulations Bibs on making this the greatest Lotus forum on the planet bar none.
  15. Steve V8
    I believe there were three VARI moulds for the Esprit, and vari being a good description. I call them short and long wheelbase, so you may have been lucky to have a repair section from the same mould as the original.
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    Swindon Alan

    Steve V8 replied to Bibs's topic in General Chat

    What a great guy and what a huge loss for us all. Sadly life gets in the way and I hadn't seen and didn't know. R.I.P Alan,
  17. Steve V8
    Hi Jim, Private message me ref colours cost availability ect. Steve
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    Brexit

    Steve V8 replied to Barrykearley's topic in General Chat

    I hope not, I was looking forward to another self employment support scheme payment, I've named my new Range Rover Borris...
  20. Steve V8
    Yes sorry Oscar, I'm a carpet supplier/fitter, the entire country has been decorating for the last 3 months and now all want new carpet at the same time. Have PMed you
  21. Steve V8
    I'd be quite happy to look after it for you Dan, I've got no hair left so won't need the shower cap...or would you just swap it for some action shots of you driving your Esprit around Hethel
  22. Steve V8
    What a waste of wood, you'd be better off using that to to shore up the gable ends in the garage. Tell Ross and his dad, it's very dangerous putting a low roof above a trampoline. Is that yellow path made from Cotswold shail? Tell the misses you need about 20 tonne, then the kids can barrow and spread the 15 tonne left over to make a nice road up to the workshop.
  23. Steve V8
    If you've had it from new, it drives well and the wife loves it, repair and keep. You'll know that car inside out, it's better the devil you know as they say.
  24. Steve V8
    Asking for a friend My PCD is 114,3 and not 100 do you now if excel hubs and esprit hubs are changeable thanks.
  25. Steve V8
    That's crushed velvet...would look great on the dash in purple with tiger skin seat covers and bouncy air ride..
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