DaveMorris

Mr. K - thanks for prompt reply. I searched in a number of ways - all of which failed. It's probably just an age thing ;-) Dave

Even using the Search function I can't find this thread .. .. despite numerous attempts. Sad I know. Direct link appreciated, as would a link to the thread explaining H2 insert photo's Can't find either on FAQ's either - where I might have expected them to be. D

As per title. Wanted Handbrake Caliper (O/S) I have a 1997 Vx HPC fitted with AP Racing brakes and a supplemental caliper for the handbrake. I know these handbrake calipers are next to useless and a number of folks have changed to Hi_Spec rears instead. I am looking for either the original supplier/producer/source of these - to potentially buy a new o/s caliper from, OR Someone with a couple of these as "shelf-ware" following a change to Hi-Spec or other type, and willing to part with them. Caterham original part numbers were, I believe, 77170 and 77171.. .. but no longer shown on Caterham Parts, and Redline don't stock them either. Any leads welcomed, Dave

Paul, if still available you have a deal. Am driving thru to Whitchurch tomorrow so could potentially even collect if you are around. p.m. sent (I think), Dave

Andy, I have a d/s x-flow with remote mocal filter housing which is fixed to block in position of the original fuel pump. I use Wix WL7098 or Champion C103. The only thing that I ensure, having been told this many years ago, is not to use a filter that has any internal non-return valve. Dave.

Clive - a good point you make there . . . . Robert - I would advise getting internal diameter of the top bar clamps from RBW, also the i.d. of the drop-leg clamps and distance apart of the drop- leg clamps. As Clive says there are many variations of roll bar, roll cage out there and I am sure that RBW would not want to sell to you, nor you want to buy a rack that didn't fit your car. Ralph - I had a couple of batches made a number of years ago (probably 30/40 or so in total). Pain in the ass due to all variations and I have no plans to make any more. £30 is significantly less than it cost to manufacture. Dave.

I didn't think it was broke when two separate lists either.

Finally replied, D

David, I think it is, at least that's where I saw the post, Dave

Malcolm, would you be willing to split ? Have two oil press/temp gauges already, so interested in coolant temp/voltage one primarily. If not splittable then sod it, I'll take both ;-) Dave.

Is this to fit a Live Axle roll cage or De-dion. I believe that they are different. Dave

The recommended (Roger King) routing for breather pipes for X-flow was, I believe, from crankcase breather to rocker cover somewhere between the two carbs, and then outlet pipe to catch tank coming from rear of rocker cover. This might be for a dry-sumped engine, though I can't se why it would not apply to a wet sumped engine. Dave.

For the avoidance of doubt - my trailer has NOT sold. (The one in the linked to advert has). This giving the thread a quick "Boing" back to the top now that the weather has improved (!!??) and people are more likely to be looking for trailers. Posting on here before I venture onto the more mainstream sales sites.

I "fettled" the back plate on the remote filter housing and slotted it into the former water bottle bracket that is approximately underneath the rear carb. I have also seen the filter mounted in place of the mechanical fuel pump and that looks fine also. Has the advantage that the filter housing and pump are attached to the same solid object (the block) so there is no flexing. I route the return pipe as per the picture above. The feed from bottom of the DS tank to the pump I route underneath the bellhousing. No damage in last 10+ years D.

OMG I just realised that is a price EACH. Not for the pair !!. It's getting me thinking .. .. ..

Tom, I have a number (I think 4) of those in the garage. If you want a pair then let me know (unless you've already been sorted via Redline). PM me if interested. Dave.

Nick, I have one that I am thinking of moving on .. .. but this one is from a Vx, and don't they have different length input shaft ? (Also .. .. it's the square cut gearbox and I don't think that would be appreciated), Hope you and the clan are all well, Dave.

Formula Racepod, twin axle, covered trailer. As per picture in links to save me trying to post one on here :- http://www.racedandrallied.com/trailers-transporters-for-sale/formula-race-pod or better/more pictures here :- https://racecarsdirect.com/Advert/Details/67242/unused-formula-racepod-enclosed-trailer MIne is precisely the same as that, but dirtier ! Trailer has probably covered less than 2000 miles and spent most of it's life cluttering up the top part of my driveway. Internal dimensions - Bed width 1860mm, length 4000mm, height ~1800mm External - length to end of hitch 5500mm, width 2350mm height ~2200mm Plated Weight 630kg Internal tyre rack. Bradley doublelock hitchlock. (3 keys) 4 very good tyres, as you would expect, and unused spare. (155x70R12) Price £4250 or close offer.

Mike, I have some of the parts that you mention, and am pretty local to you in Oswestry. Have sent you a PM, Dave

I now has an MBE and Jenveys fitted. Hence no need for the dizzies. Dave.

There is indeed a spacer that is "in certain circumstances" required underneath the gearbox mount - although I thought that it was only for Live Axle cars and not de-dion. This is the part https://caterhamparts.co.uk/mounts/3100-spacer-gearbox-mount.html?search_query=gearbox+mount&results=4. Dave.

Simon, I thought that I had an old Lucas box in the garage - but failed to find it. However I did find a Lucas distributor, marked Aldon with the 29Z-V4 sensor installed, and with 103FXY5 engraved on the side. Found a second Lucas/Aldon distributor with sensor 08Z-V4 label on it, and with 103FXYUL5 engraved o the sidde. This dizzy does not have the magnetic pulse ring slotted over the spindle, nor a rotor arm. Also found 2 dizzy caps and a set of red KV85 Competition magnecor leads. All were used on my x-flow supersprint in the past, but no longer required. Let me know (email) if any of this might be of interest to you, (though sorry I've not a clue what it's worth) regards, Dave

NIc, I'm not selling one, however last year bought an inflatable SUP/WIndsurfer. This might be worth considering. I was VERY surprised at the rigidity of the board even when inflated to low end of recommended range, and whilst in windsurfer mode it is no match for a rigid purpose designed board, I was very surprised how good it was. Also found the 3 piece mast and extendable wishbone easy to put up and then pack away. Dave

Gareth, depending on price I would most probably be interested, DaveM

I would recommend doing as much work as you can with each grade as you slowly get finer and finer. The less swirling you can see at any stage, the easier the next step will be. Keep wiping the surface down regularly as you polish, and buy a few hundred clean cloths. Having gone thru this process a couple of years ago my advice would be DON'T DO IT. PAY FOR PAINT .. .. .. .. .. well OK, possibly not. It's worth it in the end. If only to stand back, see your reflection in the Aluminium and say "I've done that". There will be times when you are polishing that you will WISH you had made that decision, and you will NEVER be happy with the polished finish. There is always one panel that looks worse than the others, you will scratch the finish with your finger nail (not joking there), and the sun will come out and show swirl marks that you never knew existed. And then you take it out on the road, it gets dirty and you need to clean it .. .. and you know that whatever you do will end up with scratches in the finish .. .. .. Mine now looks less than pristine, and should have a major polish over the winter .. .. but I will hopefully find something else to do with my time (like finish running in a recently re-built Pulsar). D