Karl lambrechts Posted March 2, 2019 Report Share Posted March 2, 2019 10 hours ago, Erikl said: I will sell you all of my ABS parts I am in the midst of installing the system referenced in this thread. I suspect there are many systems available now., Hi Erik, thanks, i'm looking forward. There are not that many systems available... As I see it there are 2 kinds of people: people with a large garage who keep all their old parts (yes,me 😉 ) and normal people, who throw away broken things :-). Neither of them have a system available... 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted March 13, 2019 Report Share Posted March 13, 2019 Update on the next batch of brake kits - I’ve made some design alterations to improve the bracketry, and to simplify the installation process. With less parts required, I’ve also been able to reduce the price. I reckon the first kit will be available in perhaps four weeks time. Those who have already expressed an interest, I have you on the list, and will contact you in due course. Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS blu Posted March 13, 2019 Report Share Posted March 13, 2019 On 02/03/2019 at 10:08, Karl lambrechts said: Hi Erik, thanks, i'm looking forward. There are not that many systems available... As I see it there are 2 kinds of people: people with a large garage who keep all their old parts (yes,me 😉 ) and normal people, who throw away broken things :-). Neither of them have a system available... 😄 http://www.invasionautoproducts.com/abspump-and-motor-pontiac-abs-gm4600107.html I found this, it's not cheap but they say it was reconditioned When I bought the esprit in 2009, my master pump was leaking oil. The car braked quite well, but the pedal was a bit hard. The abs group, (near the headlight) had been bought new by the old owner, so I I bought the latest new delco moraine powermaster III from the Lotus factory. Now it still works well and I hope it still works for a long time, the pump turns on every three or four brakes for a few seconds, and the ABS works well. I change the oil often and I only use good quality dot4. I noticed that often many people put too much oil, this spoils the pump and the car does not brake well. I'm sorry Karl, I kept the old power master complete with tank and abs sensors, but honestly I would like to keep it, I always have the hope of being able to repair it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl lambrechts Posted March 13, 2019 Report Share Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, RS blu said: http://www.invasionautoproducts.com/abspump-and-motor-pontiac-abs-gm4600107.html I found this, it's not cheap but they say it was reconditioned Hi RS Blu, I saw a simular add some time ago, and decided nearly to buy, but did not. Luckely because they are different, the pushrod is different. ( I saw that also in the operation manual I bough last.) But the owners of Pontiac's, Cadillac's .... have the same problems as we, so if I run into a cheap (also broken) one, i'm willing to buy, just to have a closer look.( I presume they are cheaper than the Lotus version...). It is good to hear that your master is ca 10 years old. I believe, but it is hard to track, that the good working Delco Moraine's are the ones which were replaced... I think non of them reach the age of 20. My advice: replace the brake fluid as indicated by the manufacterer (3-4 years will do), and especially take care the system is properly bleeded, so no air is in the master. You can do a lot yourself, simply by depressurizing the system, and to flush the abs recirculation valves. When you depressurize, have a look into the reservoir: the amount of air is an indication how bad it is 🙂 let us know with a picture 🙂 To all who are going for a deletion of the Delco Moraine : i'm still interested to buy one! Edited March 13, 2019 by Karl lambrechts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS blu Posted March 13, 2019 Report Share Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) I don't remember very well, but when I replaced mine I had to modify the pushrod, the cylindrical part where the pushrod is inserted in the master was longer and largest on the new unit so I had to remove an adapter that was on the pushrod.io I had to use a hacksaw, but I don't remember exactly what I took off. This is my old unit , you can see the small cylinder When I depressurize the brake , also in my rear tank the oil turns brown, but it did so even when the master was new. my new unit with longer cilinder here you can see the longer cylinder, obviously the pushrod must be shorter. Now I think my new unit was from a pontiac ... ciao Roberto Edited March 13, 2019 by RS blu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted March 28, 2019 Report Share Posted March 28, 2019 I collected the revised fabrications this morning, those of you who already expressed an interest I will be in touch with details soon. Anyone else interested in ditching their Delco Moraine rubbish and fitting a brake kit please message me at [email protected] Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl lambrechts Posted March 28, 2019 Report Share Posted March 28, 2019 And if you are interested to sell your broken Delco Moraine?, please message me. I still want to pay a fair amount , but let us be realistic, it is broken (master and/or pump)... 🙂. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 I now have 6 conversion kits left from the batch. Anyone else interested in ditching their Delco Moraine rubbish and fitting a brake kit please message me at [email protected] Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Erikl Posted May 13, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 I have been living with my conversion for a few weeks now. Maybe the most telling observation I can make is: I dont even think about the brakes any more. They perform exactly as you would expect. Pre conversion I was always thinking about how they would react when I pushed the pedal and what adjustments would I need to make. Now the brakes are the same every time, well balanced and without drama. I have made some additional observations and talked about the installation over on Lotus Talk if you care to read more. Also happy to answer specific questions if you want to reach out. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted June 16, 2019 Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 I now have 4 conversion kits left from the batch. Anyone else interested in ditching their Delco Moraine rubbish and fitting a brake kit please message me at [email protected] Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted June 28, 2019 Report Share Posted June 28, 2019 And a discount is now available for TLF Full Forum Members. 1 Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giniw Posted June 28, 2019 Report Share Posted June 28, 2019 Are they gold plated for the gold ffm? :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted June 28, 2019 Report Share Posted June 28, 2019 Powder-coated in Unobtanium, and includes two free tickets to the 2018 Lotus Festival. 1 Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giniw Posted June 28, 2019 Report Share Posted June 28, 2019 ... with a nice used windscreen sticker?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillidoggy Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 I now have only two brake kits left for allocation, if you want one, then please message me at [email protected] 1 Quote Margate Exotics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Popular Post Sparky Posted August 12, 2019 Gold FFM Popular Post Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 And another one bites the dust... 4 Quote 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...
Giniw Posted August 12, 2019 Report Share Posted August 12, 2019 Was the original system totally out of order? I am still not decided to swap (partly for potential legal reasons here and partly because I don't have had time to think about it as I am working on the M100 anyway) so might be interested to have parts the day I finally decide to have a serious look at mine ... At least, please just don't bin the parts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Sparky Posted August 13, 2019 Gold FFM Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 The DM system was functionally good - one of the better ones I've driven - but throwing ABS FAIL regularly and inspiring no confidence. The owner will be keeping the entire system, should any future owner decide to revert. 1 Quote 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...
ramjet Posted August 15, 2019 Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 And yet mine cause me no grief at all. Ah. I could possibly be a numpty. Quote All we know is that when they stop making this, we will be properly, properly sad.Jeremy Clarkson on the Esprit. Opinions are like armpits. Everyone has them, some just stink more than others. For forum issues, please contact one of us Moderators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Chris Onelevenr Posted August 15, 2019 Gold FFM Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 Can't wait to get @Sparky to do mine next month. Sounds like my ABS is in a similar state to the one just done i.e. system works but throws ABS light. Most importantly for me is that the brakes feel absolutely appalling and totally fail to inspire any confidence at all. I will keep all the parts just in case a future owner wants them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erikl Posted August 15, 2019 Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 14 hours ago, ramjet said: And yet mine cause me no grief at all. Ah. I could possibly be a numpty. Have you driven one with the conversion....its quite a revelation... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Popular Post Sparky Posted August 16, 2019 Gold FFM Popular Post Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 (edited) Sorted and ready for Jim to pick up on Sunday. @Chillidoggy himself delivered this kit and helped me fit it, and he's a stickler for a precision installation! The final result is very tidy, and the S4 brakes beautifully. Edited August 16, 2019 by Sparky 5 Quote 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...
Erikl Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 That is very tidy - the owner is in for a treat. I like how you used a fitting between the old brake lines and the new coming from the Prop valve. That is difficult work in there and that would make it easier with no compromise in performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Sparky Posted August 16, 2019 Gold FFM Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 Thanks! It's quite rewarding when you manage to make pipes nice and tidy. Follow Ian's instructions to the letter and you're rewarded with something effective, reliable and quite elegant. Quote 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...
DanR Posted August 16, 2019 Report Share Posted August 16, 2019 What's the gauge for? Quote DanR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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