Lotusfab Posted January 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2015 Was going to make some by measuring the lower angle of the window and using the upper clips for the design, but if you have some going spare I would be interested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Steering After some effort it's done. There are two shims each side. The steering rack mounts allow up and down movement. The rack also can also be adjusted in roll. I had to dismantel all fixings and adjust the rack upwards and roll it away from the chasis before tightening the clamps to the recommend torque from the Lotus manual. Without this the universal joint kept fouling on the chasis. I then followed the phasing procedure, although I found it better to connect the steering column last having phased the intermediate shaft and lower universal joint. You really need two people if you connect the steering columb to the intermediate shaft first and tthen attempt to insert the spline into the top half of the lower universal joint. Worth all the effort the wheel requires a constant force when turning and feels balanced. All the new bearings and new joints have made a big difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freemason Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Good job! Don't suppose you have any pics on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Did take any pictures of the job, but used these Lotus engineering notes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Took these pictures, not sure if they help much. The shims behind bracket, 2 each side. Can see bottom of slot that allows vertical movement. Universal joint very limited clearance from chasis. Shims and vertical position are critical. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Took these pictures, not sure if they help much. The shims behind bracket, 2 each side. Can see bottom of slot that allows vertical movement. Universal joint very limited clearance from chasis. Shims and vertical position are critical. Top of steering column has two metal halves that are held together by a rubber ring. The steering wheel pushes over. If you are missing these like I was, S and J supplied them. The indicator light etc screw around the column and are self explanatory. The steering wheel has a metal pin to flick the indicator switch. All very hi tec!washer and nut on end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 What are the torque settings?if anyone needs any other info ask and I'll post if I have a picture or answer. A u clamp at the top of the column attaches to the base of the Veglia display with a U clamp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Well there's always one bit left over and this is it! Anyone got any ideas of where it goes?the steering finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintaylor Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Hi Fabian, Would you be able to take a pic of that bracket fixed in front of the gear stick surround? Not sure if I'm pointing out the obvious or not but your gear knob is incorrect Did you get the rubber gaiter from SJ's? Never seen that plastic trim on my s2 .. might be s1 specific Quote Vin Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Hi Vin, Think the bracket is upside down, just put it on temporarily to get parts out of way till I got round to fitting. The gaiter came with the car just cleaned it up. I have another brand new original round gear knob but was going to fit at end. Just covered all bits for Nextel coating. Can take a picture of bracket when I have finished if you wish. Does anyone have a picture of the reverse light switch and know where it is fitted? Thought it was in the gearstick mechanism but can't find it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonroberts Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Hi Fabian. The reverse light switch is on the back of the gearbox. No idea what your mystery part is from the photo - can you post another from a different angle ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Thanks. Another picture of unknown part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintaylor Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Hi Fabian .. I think I have a broken version of this bit .. I never found out where it should go Maybe you should email Steve at SJ's .. he might be able to help you identify it Quote Vin Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonroberts Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 I've had my S1 down to its 'component parts' and I've never seen that bit ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Mmmm? Must be someone on here who knows? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza 907 Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 No idea if an Esprit would have them but it looks like the cover that sits over the sliding seat rails on the floor of a car. Just a guess mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wachuko Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 (edited) My father-in-law would have fun with me by dropping a bolt (or a part) from another car, while I was working on my Porsche... you can imagine the look on my face trying to figure out where the frigging bolt went... Glad I could make him laugh... All that to say, are you positive is from the car? Edited February 4, 2015 by wachuko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choppa Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 That looks like it could be the cover that goes over the throttle cable from the linkage to where it runs down the side of the centre tunnel 1 Quote Normally Aspirated - and lovin' it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintaylor Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Hi Colin, On an s2 the part you are talking about looks different .. I can take a pic for you when I get home after work Quote Vin Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Car came as a project and thus bit was in one of the many boxes. With have to start looking for three holes in a line on the body. Will start with the throttle linkage, thanks. Reminds me of those Airfix models always one bit left over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintaylor Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Might be worth asking Dave the PO Quote Vin Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Well thanks Choppa, spot on! Just checked it and it fits perfectly over the throttle cable. You can just make out the three holes in this picture. Why are all my pictures inverted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choppa Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Now that I can't answer ! Quote Normally Aspirated - and lovin' it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusfab Posted February 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2015 It seems I have an early S1 after all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wachuko Posted February 5, 2015 Report Share Posted February 5, 2015 Not sure why I see all the photos upside down... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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