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by KevD
Mon Jul 05, 2021 3:51 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Honest S1/S2 required - Now Found
Replies: 7
Views: 1764

Re: Honest S1/S2 required

I should really sell my S1 this summer as I won't get chance to use it. Will PM you shortly but might be few weeks before it's mot'd serviced and ready for someone to enjoy
by KevD
Sat Feb 02, 2019 10:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: MWB van racking ( sprinter ) and other bits ( inverter, propex Heater)
Replies: 0
Views: 1052

MWB van racking ( sprinter ) and other bits ( inverter, propex Heater)

Bit of an odd one maybe.. and pretty removed from lotus :lol: I've bought an ex utility van for convert to a good sized camper . Currently striping out the very expensive racking they put it so looking to move it on. It would also be suitable for install in a garage as space saving option. Each side...
by KevD
Thu Dec 07, 2017 4:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Insurance Rant
Replies: 4
Views: 1362

Re: Insurance Rant

I went with brentacre for a modified van which is getting modified more into a camper ( in slowtime) they've adjusted the mods without extra charge which is great. They do cars and commercials as well
by KevD
Fri May 26, 2017 7:55 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: 2006 seat leon fr 2.0 tfsi petrol -sold!
Replies: 0
Views: 761

2006 seat leon fr 2.0 tfsi petrol -sold!

Sold to a happy se'r, nice hassle free sale and its off to a good home ! My wife has leased a new car which we pick up today so thought id pop this on to see if anyone wanted a hot hatch.... https://gallery.seloc.org/albums/userpics/44952/IMG_0440_2.jpg 2.0 tfsi petrol with around 200bhp and lots of...
by KevD
Mon May 01, 2017 7:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Touring Scotland in a campervan
Replies: 14
Views: 3208

Re: Touring Scotland in a campervan

Back up the recommendations for Arisaig ( camasdarach camp site I think) and Elie. Elie campsite we stayed in was a fair walk out the town but has the advantage of being quite central and can pop into St Andrews as well. We also liked Rothiemurchus ( just overnighter In fcs car park) and a site call...
by KevD
Tue Feb 21, 2017 10:02 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Passport Renewal. FALC
Replies: 7
Views: 1932

Re: Passport Renewal. FALC

Was that4 days using standard form not the express? Mines expired and a change of job has resulted in a trip to Germany as soon as I start new job so passport required sharpish!
by KevD
Mon Jan 09, 2017 4:04 pm
Forum: Testimonials & Feedback
Topic: Craig Moncrieff thank you.
Replies: 274
Views: 172701

Re: Craig Moncrieff thank you.

Yeah AA parts and labour, thanks to the AA as well for paying out hassle free.
by KevD
Sun Jan 08, 2017 7:18 pm
Forum: Testimonials & Feedback
Topic: Craig Moncrieff thank you.
Replies: 274
Views: 172701

Re: Craig Moncrieff thank you.

Another thanks to Craig and all at cmc, fixing a faulty coolant fan under aa warranty and evening opening on sat so I could pick it up. Good comms throughout and ready for its next visit hopefully not too soon!!
by KevD
Sun Nov 27, 2016 9:16 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Bonnet bolts
Replies: 3
Views: 1767

Re: Bonnet bolts

I thought it might be too simple :D it's headed over to Craig shortly ( once I get my finger out)for other issues so might be on his to do list rather than diy one. I found the spec, part 8and 9 on diagram below( from deroure site ) m6 x 25mm setscrew. Is that the part you had problems with? https:/...
by KevD
Sun Nov 13, 2016 9:10 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Bonnet bolts
Replies: 3
Views: 1767

Bonnet bolts

Does anyone know the size for the bonnet bolts? I've lost one :shock: at least it's something on the do list I can diy :lol:
by KevD
Sun Aug 07, 2016 6:27 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Ignition Fesitval of Motoring - Glasgow
Replies: 39
Views: 7301

Re: Ignition Fesitval of Motoring - Glasgow

Went today and it was a good day out, would have loved to have seen an exige v6 storming round though. The lf1 looked great
by KevD
Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:59 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Nitron Streets
Replies: 46
Views: 11895

Re: Nitron Streets

Recently got nitrons after a service at cmc spotted corroded springs and a damper well on its way out. Noticeable difference compared to old bilsteins ( which were proper old). More settled is probably the best description I can give, still not given them a serious outing but plenty of confidence in...
by KevD
Wed May 11, 2016 10:38 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: 2003 jeep cherokee 4x4 price drop
Replies: 1
Views: 1045

2003 jeep cherokee 4x4 price drop

Price drop as I've bought a volvo, jeep now sorn https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MjQwWDMyMA==/z/MS4AAOSwbYZXer64/$_86.JPG More photos on the gumtree ad https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/2003-jeep-cherokee-diesel-4x4-price-reduced-for-quick-sale/1177028331 Its a 2003 cherokee kj with the 2.5 ...
by KevD
Mon May 02, 2016 7:30 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone know a good builder in Perth?
Replies: 6
Views: 2121

Re: Anyone know a good builder in Perth?

Dunkeld builders have a very good reputationbutnotsure if they would do garages


http://www.dunkeldbuilders.co.uk

Kev
by KevD
Wed Feb 24, 2016 6:05 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Urgently Required S1 K Series Alternator Pleeeeze!!
Replies: 1
Views: 1181

Re: Urgently Required S1 K Series Alternator Pleeeeze!!

For the alternator I went with http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/MG-MGF-ALTERNATOR-1-8-PETROL-2001-02-MARELLI-85-Amp-/261520909875?nav=SEARCH Delivery was 48hr.it works and the part I git was very good condition. Belt was http://m.ebay.com/itm/321946445778?_mwBanner=1 I have an alternator which probably needs...