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Lotus Europa Forums => Garage => Topic started by: Europa73 on Thursday,January 26, 2017, 02:31:40 PM
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Hi all,
Here comes a newbie simple question again. :-(
I am able to fine the engine identification stamp - just under the intake manifold.
BUT,,,
Where do I find the gearbox id stamp
The only number I could find is a cast 10 digit number on the lower drivers side of the gearbox
The car ID plate only lists 5 numbers for the transmission.
Any direction would be appreciated.
Cheers
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Transaxle ID number is stamped on a round metal tag held by one of the rear housing bolts. First three digits is the transaxle number and the next two are the type number. Currently I have a 395-00 transaxle fitted to mine.
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Thanks for the information.
Unfortunately it looks like tag is missing.
Cheers,
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I was hoping to show all matching numbers.
is there any way without the tag?
Thanks,
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The only thing you could do would be get a copy made of a tranny tag and stamp it with your numbers. Personally, I wouldn't bother. Matching numbers is a huge deal with Corvettes and the like because there are so many of them*. Europas are fewer in number, less sought after by the general public, much lower in value and valued by those who have a tendency toward modifications. Similar condition Europas with one having a 4 speed and the a 5 speed will find the five speed Europa worth more even if it originally came with a 4 speed.
* lots of fake "matching" numbers Corvettes out there, BTW. So now documented matching numbers cars are getting the big bucks.
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thanks for the note -
cheers,