Dave Freeman Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 Well Christmas is over and we are already in the second week of Jan. pub meet for beer and food is this Thursday, I will be there from 7.30 ish. Look forward to seeing you there Happy new year, Dave See Calender for details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisJ Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 I should be there for the first time - so long as it isn't snowing or Icy Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martynv Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Should be able to make it. Probably be there 8.15ish. Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 will be there Lotus sorned at moment hindsight: the science that is never wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Major problem with cars front wheels, I am thinking they are the wrong type, ie offset error, so I will be in the Porsche or the RV. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red vtec Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 I may come along as my dancing shoes are taking a rest this week Amateurs built the Ark Professionals built the Titanic "I haven't ridden in cars pulled by cows before" "Bullocks, Mr.Belcher" "No, I haven't, honestly" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 councillor chris? hindsight: the science that is never wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red vtec Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 It's ok Pete I won't wear the chain of office and you don't need to address me as Sir. Amateurs built the Ark Professionals built the Titanic "I haven't ridden in cars pulled by cows before" "Bullocks, Mr.Belcher" "No, I haven't, honestly" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 You'll be fine Dave!! 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Sparky Posted January 7, 2013 Gold FFM Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Jeez Dave, there's no point having her look classy if she can't go anywhere! Buy some real wheels and drive the bloody thing. British Fart to Florida, Nude to New York, Dunce to Denmark, Numpty to Newfoundland. And Shitfaced Silly Sod to Sweden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 These are new real wheels, same size and offset as before, OZ Allegrettas, one piece, and new tyres, but the car wanders badly, almost undriveable. So on Monday it's back to the suppliers to find out why. Thinking aloud, I can understand greater offset would exaggerate any wear in the steering and show up as wander, but the offset is slightly less than the old chrome wheels. Assuming nothing has change in the suspension the only other change is the style of wheel, ie the point at which the load on the wheel is transferred to the rim. There is little or no dish on the front, ie the load goes to the outside of the rim, effectively changing the apparent offset. Perhaps I will put this up as a new thread. Gary, any thoughts oh great one, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevsked Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Dave, My opinion. The offset is fixed and i can't see that the different style of wheel would have a different offset effect. In my experience however when changeing a style of wheel from one with a dish to more of a flat face means the balance of weight is moved to the outside of the wheel therefore altering the feel through the steering and suspension. Perhaps this is what you are experiencing? If Lorraine is not out on Thursday I'll come along for about 8pm. Trevor. I'll get around to it at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Could also be the choice of tyre, what are fitted Dave? 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Bibs, the latest Goodyear F 1 acymtric tyre is fitted.. Had a good look under the front this pm, all bushes are new, nuts tight, no apparent play in the rack, roll bar bushes are new. Threads on each track rod end are equal and tight. I need to drive or feel the play in another esprit to see if there is any difference. Tyres have only done 50. Miles or so, not bedded in yet. Any thoughts would be appreciated. DaveTrevor, be good to see you if you can make it. If Martyn brings his Esprit I can check the play in the steering. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Sparky Posted January 8, 2013 Gold FFM Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Like Trev, can't see it'd make that much difference. When was geometry last done? You got adjustable top links on the back? And is it really, really bad, or just tramlining/bump steering? British Fart to Florida, Nude to New York, Dunce to Denmark, Numpty to Newfoundland. And Shitfaced Silly Sod to Sweden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydclements Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Very basic thing first, are the tyre pressures OK, if it's a stiffer / weaker sidewall you may have to adjust the pressures from what you were running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Geo done (full) rear toe and camber within spec, yes adjustable top links. Not check tyre pressures, when I was on full chat overtaking and hit the crown of the road the car jumped around 2feet either side of the centre of the road. Going out again tomorrow to retrace journey and make closer observations.. I have, just remembered, softened the front suspension, only 2 clicks, so I am going to put this back where it was, Gould only ever make one change at a time.. DaveI just had a thought, not that it should make a difference at low speeds, the front splitter was giving lift, it pointing upwards, now it's about 3 degrees down.Front geo is spot on.Also the toe in on the rear is 1.5 degrees, could not get it to zero as the swing arm bolts were not long enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 trying to upload picys, but as 5 or six times before it still will not work, anyone know how to, direct me pls, i am frustrated of Sawbridgeworth. dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisJ Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Dave - I use photobucket to store pictures. Upload to there, and then use the Image button on the editor toolbar to enter the location. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 Thanks Chris will give it a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 What spec was the geo done to? You're on non-standard wheels and ride height so an SE geo setting will be way out. An esprit with similar size wheels would be a good starting point, mine was set up eventually like an S4s. 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsrowsell Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 I also did mine to the S4S spec's and was very happy with the results! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Freeman Posted January 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2013 Std SE spec, but set for fast road, the guys that set it up also did Trevor's car. Hi Felix, nice to hear from you, how are you settling in, hope all is well with your family. Is it nice to be back in cold. DaveI'll dig out the setting report tomorrow and post up the data. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsrowsell Posted January 9, 2013 Report Share Posted January 9, 2013 Dave, yes we are all settled in! First winter in 13 yrs !!! having lots of fun! The same guys did mine as will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted January 9, 2013 Report Share Posted January 9, 2013 SE spec will be set for 15 & 16 inch wheels so your will be way out... I'd guess that moving to a spec closer to your wheel size will help enormously... This is what Travis used on his SE with V8 AWI monoblocs (17" front, 18" rear) For the V8 FRONT Camber - 0.25”; f 0.25” (- O”15’; f 15’) within 0.2” (0’12’) side to side Castor + 3.2”; +/- 0.2” (+ 3°12’; +/- 12’) within 0.2” (0°12’) side to side Toe 1.5 mm toe out overall; +/- 0.5 mm (0.2° toe out overall; +/- 0.07”) (0°12’ toe out overall; +/- 4’) For the V8 REAR Camber - 1.5”; +/- 0.25” (- 1°30’; +/- 15’) within 0.2° (0°12’) side to side 1.0 mm toe in each side; - 0, + 0.3 mm (0.13” toe in each side; - 0, + 0.04”) (0°8’ toe in each side; - 0, + 2’) within 0.2 mm (0.1°)(0°4’) side to side from here - http://www.thelotusforums.com/forums/topic/47517-suspension-help-for-2002-esprit/#entry387201 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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