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by FabCab7
Sun Oct 23, 2016 1:57 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Needed Urgently
Replies: 3
Views: 1634

Re: Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Needed Urgently

Didn't spot this at all on EBay so thanks for the link. I've just bought it and hopefully it'll be here by Tuesday. Thanks again.
by FabCab7
Sat Oct 22, 2016 10:28 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Needed Urgently
Replies: 3
Views: 1634

Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Needed Urgently

Hi, I have a 53 plate Lotus Elise Type 23 that needs a nearside rear shock absorber to get it passed it's MOT. I've hunted online and cannot find a single shock for sale anywhere. eBay has 2 sellers but both are for front shocks. Does anyone have a spare lying around? I don't mind how old it is as l...
by FabCab7
Wed Nov 18, 2015 4:53 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Elise Type 23 Alternator
Replies: 4
Views: 1134

Re: Elise Type 23 Alternator

It was Dan Jude (Roadboy) who fitted it. He is obviously very experienced as a lot of people on here will know. I shall have the local garage check for other potential issues as well. They are always so reluctant to work on the lotus though despite it being a K Series Rover engine! Out of interest, ...
by FabCab7
Tue Nov 17, 2015 2:29 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Elise Type 23 Alternator
Replies: 4
Views: 1134

Elise Type 23 Alternator

Having just had my Type 23 back on the road for about 3 weeks after a lengthy time out of service it would appear that the 2nd hand alternator that was fitted about a month ago has already packed in. Long story short; I went to fill the car up at the petrol station last night and once I paid the car...
by FabCab7
Fri Jul 10, 2015 9:44 am
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Newbie (returning after a long time away) Dundee/Angus
Replies: 7
Views: 3568

Newbie (returning after a long time away) Dundee/Angus

Hi, Was on the forum under Dundeesfinest a while back but forgot my details and the car has been off the road for a long time. Currently looking to get it back up and running after 15 months sitting idle. Lotus Elise Type 23 with the K Series engine on an 03 plate. Quick question to start with; Woul...