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by Alan_M
Thu May 16, 2024 12:37
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: 123 ignition help
Replies: 3
Views: 96

Re: 123 ignition help

Mine is the Bluetooth version, so I just connect it to the app on my phone.
I think other models might be usb - have a look at their website, or contact them - normally very helpful.
by Alan_M
Wed May 15, 2024 20:46
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: 123 ignition help
Replies: 3
Views: 96

Re: 123 ignition help

You shouldn’t need the AB14 unit if that is the black box Also 123 should have a rev limiter - so won’t need the other black box either. There are several versions of the 123. Can you read out the maps yours has? Hopefully the recommended settings weren’t those from pjr. I now own that car and the m...
by Alan_M
Thu May 09, 2024 18:33
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Wiper motor...again!
Replies: 11
Views: 245

Re: Wiper motor...again!

I wanted to fit a new spacer, part number B089M0418F. This goes on the spindle shaft and acts as a spacer between the wheelbox and the body. Nobody appears to stock them, so I made one out of neoprene sheet from a boat chandlers. It came in a small roll, 2mm thick, so I cut 35mm square pieces, stac...
by Alan_M
Sun May 05, 2024 20:52
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: New comer - Progress (edit)
Replies: 376
Views: 102925

Re: New comer - Progress (edit)

Hawaiis0 wrote:
Sun May 05, 2024 17:10
Piranha system removal.
Careful it doesn’t bite!!! 🤣🤪
by Alan_M
Sat May 04, 2024 20:33
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Lotus in the Peak 2024
Replies: 53
Views: 3960

Re: Lotus in the Peak 2024

Hi Phil,

Sara -
Main - Pan fried salmon
Dessert - passionfruit crème brûlée

Me

Starter - Manifold focaccia bread (to share with Sara)
Main - Crispy deep fried haddock
Dessert - Upside down banana puff pastry.

Thanks.
by Alan_M
Thu May 02, 2024 21:54
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: New owner of a black Excel SE
Replies: 2
Views: 191

Re: New owner of a black Excel SE

Welcome !!
Don’t tell everyone how underrated they are - or they will all want one !!!

A link to a little video on how to post photos

viewtopic.php?f=7&t=11571
by Alan_M
Mon Apr 29, 2024 17:49
Forum: For Sale
Topic: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook
Replies: 5
Views: 782

Re: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook

BVF 269Y was on a red Elite with GKN wheels (or it used to be as no record on MOT check)
by Alan_M
Mon Apr 29, 2024 17:27
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Club Lotus Track Day, Castle Combe 25th May
Replies: 9
Views: 460

Re: Club Lotus Track Day, Castle Combe 25th May

Sara and I will be there in an Excel, but will only do the parade lap this year.
Local accommodation also booked.
by Alan_M
Sun Apr 28, 2024 21:54
Forum: Engine and Gearbox
Topic: 123
Replies: 25
Views: 5855

Re: 123

. One at around £400 that is programmable, but not Bluetooth. Think a cable might also be needed for this one that's not cheap. Called 'Tune' Anyone got experience of anything other than the Bluetooth variant? Tony Only have experience of the Bluetooth one. But, I believe the cable is just a shield...
by Alan_M
Sun Apr 28, 2024 13:24
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Gear knob
Replies: 52
Views: 15908

Re: Gear knob

tezzan wrote:
Thu May 21, 2020 16:35
It's so good I've got a couple of questions: Is it possible to spray paint the 3D printed part? And if it is, what paint would you use?
If it’s plastic, I would think you could use an adhesion promoter and then can paint in normal car paint of your choice.
by Alan_M
Fri Apr 26, 2024 22:02
Forum: For Sale
Topic: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook
Replies: 5
Views: 782

Re: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook

Blind shots on the MOT checker web sites and BVF262Y is also an Excel - White registered between the 2nd and 5th pre production. Most likely another of the 5. BVF 266Y is also a lotus, but unfortunately the model is not recorded, nor an exact registered date. BVF 264Y is an Elite. A few good entrie...
by Alan_M
Thu Apr 25, 2024 09:09
Forum: For Sale
Topic: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook
Replies: 5
Views: 782

Re: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook

Tony - do you have this one on the register? Nope - new entry at number 3 👍 How do you know it's a pre production - just the reg date? Any idea of VIN etc? Tony VIN I messaged the seller and he gave it to me - 1148 When I saw reg BVF 267 Y is very close to the prototype BVF 261Y it made me curious.
by Alan_M
Wed Apr 24, 2024 19:55
Forum: For Sale
Topic: The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook
Replies: 5
Views: 782

The last of the pre-production Excels for sale on facebook

The last of the pre-production Excels is up for sale.

Looks pretty good condition

(Sale nothing to do with me)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2377984 ... 268349760/

Tony - do you have this one on the register?
by Alan_M
Sat Apr 20, 2024 12:19
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: boot lid catch has failed
Replies: 3
Views: 293

Re: boot lid catch has failed

Try pushing down on the boot lid while trying to turn the lock - takes a little load off the release mechanism.
by Alan_M
Thu Apr 18, 2024 19:49
Forum: Engine and Gearbox
Topic: Carb Balancing
Replies: 8
Views: 470

Re: Carb Balancing

Tim Engel (Esprit2) has written a very good guide to balancing carbs.
It’s in the files section of our Facebook group
- https://m.facebook.com/groups/174212968 ... 586587390/

Also, you should find it on here with a quick search.