Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
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Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
I'm going to get a quote for a custom-made stainless steel version of the lower radiator inlet on the Elite (Eclat the same?). Mine has completely rusted away. Would anyone else be interested in one - price should be better for "bulk" order.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
I'd be interested if reasonably priced.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
No thanks Pete, mine had a 'new old stock' one supplied / fitted by Miles Wilkins (a.k.a. Fibreglass Services) a few months before I bought it 3 years back. Should be okay for at least another year then !
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
I've been quoted £60 each including VAT for an order of 3 or 4 (SJ want £70 for a mild steel one). I'm OK with this price. My idea is for a grill that sits just behind the aperture - about 10mm bigger than the hole rather than one which is oddly too large for the hole like the Lotus version. Let me know if you're interested.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Hi Pete, I've messaged you
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
No more takers? Tony?
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Sorry Pete.
I thought I'd replied.
Yes. Definitely interested. Would have initially gone closer to original size, but can't be seen so could be happy to go away from original .
Tony
I thought I'd replied.
Yes. Definitely interested. Would have initially gone closer to original size, but can't be seen so could be happy to go away from original .
Tony
What goes together.... Must come apart.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
I'd have one just in case.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Great - I'll get some ordered. I'm planning to use little brass or plastic P-clips to hold it in place, rather than getting fixed tabs welded to it - more flexibility in fitting options.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
The grills are ordered. I'll let you know when they arrive. They have already said they are very busy, so not sure how long it will take.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Thanks for the update Pete
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
I've been waiting 33 years to get my car back on the road, so if they are on my critical path, I'll be very pleased.. They have already said they are very busy, so not sure how long it will take.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
The grills are on their way! However - I'm on holiday next week so I'll get in touch with you all when I'm back.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Quick trial fit - cardboard behind to aid photo!
I'll be in touch the week after next.
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I'll be in touch the week after next.
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Re: Mesh for Elite lower radiator inlet
Now that’s a clean underside!!!