Bob L
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Thanks Mick, I can understand (with my very limited knowledge), the baffle will help prevent surge but I believe the foam was only there to prevent aeration of the oil. Would be interested if anyone has found and fitted something more durable than the basic dish sponge.
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There must be a middle ground. Any K owners used something more durable, like a metal mesh or similar rather than the foam? I replace the foam every 4th service, it has always been intact and healthy (looking). However, I drive like Miss Daisy and maybe continue to just be lucky. Every time I read similar posts I get nervous so will remove this summer. Just amazed there has not been a good working alternative.
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I had the same problem several years back. Bolt sheared flush with the tube. Asked the same questions as you have and in the end purchased a new tube as the modern version is stronger and trying to get the old bolt (remains out) was proving more trouble than it was worth.
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Thanks. It’s not a lowered floor but no holes exist in the cross member under the seat. I assume they are all like that and just require drilling.
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Thank you Paul
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Hi All, I have purchased a side intrusion bar, old school, to fit an imperial S3 1999 vintage. No fixing bolts. Can anyone advise what the bolt size is for the top bolt that connects the SIB to, what I believe, is the mounting point for the inertia seatbelt? I also need to drill the 2 mounting points in the floor. Anyone have any idea what size bolts are required here and any tips on alignment/ fitting? In fact, any info welcome. I appreciate that if anyone has fitted one of these, it was probably 20 plus years ago🫤 Thanks for reading, Bob
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Thanks, PM sent
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Any one got one of these that they want to part with?
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During my diy service, I noticed very light coolant staining which appears to be from the base of the water pump. It's 24 years old and cam belt is dead on 5 years. Have verniers fitted so don't fancy doing this myself. Fluid level does not appear to have dropped and not wet there when cold. Assume a new pump / belt is required?
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Just been officially advised by Caterham Cars this will not fit☹️ No surprise really but it was worth a punt.
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SIDE IMPACT BAR RH S3 METRIC CHASSIS (30P306A) Your Question: I know it advises metric but can it fit or be made to fit a K series 1999 imperial chassis?
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Thanks for the very prompt replies and advice. Much appreciated.
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Standard ARB, 23 years old. The dust covers are poor and need replacing. PWill change the balls also. Any tips for removal or is it just unbolt from the chassis and pull? Not sure what sort of tension is in there. What grease to use? Thansks, Bob
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Seen outside Bexley Town Hall ULEZ demo on Sunday. Not looking happy☹️
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Thanks for the suggestions guys. Much appreciated.
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Happy new year all. I have a Lake and Elliot A81 that's approx 40 years old, given great regular service but now needs new seals which don't seem to be stocked anywhere. Unless someone can suggest a stockiest I haven't yet tried? So a replacement looks on the cards - What have you recently purchased and would recommend?
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Steve, Jonathan and 7 wonders. Thanks for taking the time and your comments. All very helpful. Much appreciated, Bob
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Thanks Jonathan, I am to flush through and replace whatever is in there. Assuming that is truly possible.
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Hi All, Think I've read most of the the threads on this forum but still probably missed loads. Need to replace all round on 1.8 K series (1999 vintage). Just road use. Thinking Mintex M1144 seems popular but open to other suggestions. Ferodo DS2500? My main questions are: Are the front a rears the same (haven't dismantled yet). There seems to be many versions of the M1144. Anyone have a part number and a recommended sales outlet. Need to trust the supplier as I hear there are a few fakes out there :-( While I'm on here, any recommendations on brake fluid? Thanks, Bob
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4 WD, Registered June 2009, 71,000 miles, automatic. Only selling due to the expanding London ULEZ (I'm just inside the M25 at Bexleyheath). Colour is Black with leather interior. CD player and cassette deck! Being offered £3,577 on "Motorway'. Just had it serviced and MOT'd today. Air con doesn't work (leak in pipe). Otherwise a very good motor that I would have preferred to keep. Happy to send photos or answer questions if there is any interest on this forum. Thanks for reading.
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As above in vinyl. New and unused. Purchased in error. Caterham price is £714.90. Will accept £500 plus p&p.
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Thanks for all your help, suggestions and raw data. Very much appreciated. Rgds, Bob
