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I used Velcro to secure some of the carpet in my 1996 de Dion. Definitely at the bottom behind the seats and on the side of the tunnel to allow access to the speedo angle drive. Admittedly it has a vinyl tunnel cover for the handbrake and gear lever. During the build I enquired why there wasn't any under-seat carpet in the kit per the assembly guide and was informed CC had stopped providing it because it was hidden by the seats (S-type).

Black with Silver stripes on Yarnfield Lane around 18:45. Are you local? I'm new to the area.

Thanks Dennis. I've sent a pm.

Does anyone have a copy of the February 2022 edition they no longer require. I've damaged mine and unfortunately there aren't any back issues available for that month. I've been collecting it since 1982 (still have every issue) so hoping someone can help. thanks Neil

Hi, I've just seen your photos from 2017, sorry I didn't see them before now. Some great images, I hope you add more soon. Best wishes, Neil

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Halfords sell one. Mine has been ok. Just make sure the glass is clean.

Is there a problem sending PM's. I find it very hit and miss and extremely frustrating when it fails.

If it's simply an overflow / catch tank can coolant be drawn back? On my x-flow the hose running to the overflow tank is connected to the filler housing and needs the pressure cap to activate to expel excess coolant. When the pressure cap seal closes there is no way coolant can can be drawn back as the hose is then above the pressure cap's seal. Just curious if there are different arrangements without going down the sealed system route. My car is a 1995 1.6 x-flow as supplied by CC and no engine modifications or heater.

Hi, May I have the Crossflow file (17) and the restoration file (18) if you are ok to post please. Thanks Neil

Good idea, it's worth a try. I still have the original paperwork from order and delivery. I'll see if sight of that helps.

#21 I don't think that's correct. The term "kit car" is very confusing here. There are in effect two types of Caterham offered to the public: factory-built, and self-assembly (of a kit of new parts). The latter is what the DVSA call "amateur-built", provided the actual assembly meets specific conditions. Indeed, the GOV.UK vehicle registration page(link is external) defines a kit-built vehicle as "one where all the parts are supplied new by the manufacturer." FWIW my '96 crossflow was CKD, so all new parts provided at the same time and then assembled by me (very much an amateur). The tester at what I'd consider a 'friendly' garage (they have a least one classic Lotus resident there) was not convinced of the 'kit' status. So each year I go prepared for a discussion. I did try another local test centre but wasn't happy with how they jacked the car up so I've been back to the previous one ever since. This time I'll try printing off some of the guidance referred to here but I'm not hopeful.

Hi Sorry I can't help as I experience the same problem each year. Last time the Tester hooked it up for a normal emissions test despite admitting it would fail then passed it visually. Because mine was assembled from all new parts (1996) a tester has also argued that it wasn't a kit / amateur built. I'll be interested in any advice you get.

If you're worried, as an interim measure use a motorcycle u-shaped shackle(?) through the wheel and suspension. Just remember to remove it before driving off. So far I have remembered.

#2 & #4 where exactly does it say a price must be quoted please? Just curious as I've never seen it officially stipulated so it appears more 'custom and practice' than a 'rule'. I thought I saw a comment recently saying that a price doesn't have to be quoted so I'd like to know a definitive answer. I got criticised awhile back attempting to sell an item so I'll be happy to comply with whatever is the official requirement in the future.

Hi Nick, I may have an unused Sigma unit but I can't check for a couple of days. If I have you are welcome to it unless you find a better option. Neil

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2nd dibs on the half hood please if it falls through.

Tried to PM twice but not convinced they've worked.

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Apart from miscellaneous hand tools (including some that look suspiciously like they were handmade) I inherited my Father's AVO Meter from his National Coal Board days. I'm not confident to use it in case I damage it but it's a nice thing to have to remember him by. He also made me a jig when we were assembling the De Dion suspension on my seven. Quite a crude little thing but it did the job and I have it as another reminder.

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Thank you.