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Hi Gary PM isn't working for me. Need to contact the Administrator. Leave it with me. I'll try tomorrow or Monday. Sorry.

I'll second #7.

Re #2. Thank you. I should have looked for something like that first. Re #5. Thanks, I'll look into that. Re #7. Thank you too. Re #9. The engine was supplied new by Caterham with the CKD kit. Its my understanding that they obtained a batch of Crossflows at some point before they were discontinued and mine is one of those. When it was registered it had a then current registration ( P prefix) which I have since changed. I'll look up the VIN and engine numbers

Calling all Crossflow owners I took my 1996 1600 Crossflow GT Sprint for its MOT today (if Nick Chan reads this I hope he is sitting down) and after the emissions test got into a discussion with the MOT Inspector about the age of the engine. I was prepared for some questions as in previous years the definition of a kit car cropped up but wasn't expecting this. I purchased it as a CKD kit with all new parts although obviously the engine wasn't built in 1996. I thought I'd need to refer to the visual smoke test but instead the car was subject to the full sensor up the exhaust check which, as one would expect, it failed. It was then that the age of the engine cropped up and I was advised that if possible, for subsequent tests, it would be useful to have something that indicates the age of the engine. Presumably this would expedite the use of the visual test. It did pass but I am curious if anyone else has experienced this and if so what they did. I have no issues with this particular testing station, it was recommended to me by a qualified motor engineer and former MOT Inspector and I have used them for over 20 years. Many thanks Neil

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I have the above kit unbuilt and possibly surplus to requirements. All parts are still sealed in the original polythene bags and the box is in mint condition. I thought I’d give first dibs to club members but if no one is interested I’ll try ebay. Please send me a text on 07521 847189 with contact details. Thanks for looking. Neil

I've got a choke cble fitted to my 1600 crossflow. It helps a bit but regular use seems the best bet as it'll start without the choke normally.

Spotted a silver/grey Seven on Lower Thames Street (near the Customs Building) at around 10:00. Made my day. Then saw Alain De Cadenet in his Alfa Romeo driving through Berkley Square.

Mark If the wheel is still available I'd like to buy it. Can you do it for £40 incl postage? Please let me know either way I'll get in touch to sort out payment. Cheers Neil

I have a ticket for the air race at Longleat but am unable to go. If anyone is interested please contact me on either 01782 613832 or07752044226(m). Please don't try by e-mail as I have limited acces to it at present.

How can the coolant be drawn back from the overflow...when the hose connecting to the overflow exits the filler ABOVE the seal on the pressure cap.

*smile*Thanks for the help yesterday Richard - will let you know how I get on with a replacement

The quill/square drive has broken in two & one half is jammed in the "housing" (sorry, forgotten correct description) on the gearbox. ☹️ So far have been unable to remove the circlip that retains the "housing" due to lack of space, and cannot remove the broken quill with angled pliers. Has anyone else experienced this problem and found a solution. I really don't want to have to remove engine and gearbox. Cheers Neil