1970 s2 0453R Reassembly

[dakazman]

Just playing around lately on my build and fitting some stainless in the engine compartment.
Tell me what you think ...!

It’s been 85 degrees Fahrenheit here and needed to get my lawn fertilized and pool area cleaned up.
Now cleaning windows , this retirement crap is killing me... lol
Dakazman

[BDA]

That looks amazing!!!    She's definitely going to be a looker!

 

[dakazman]

Thanks BDA! I thought it might be too much... that’s why I posted it.

Finished a few other jobs and now I can see the top of my workbench again.
Dakazman

[dakazman]

HReadied the body for its last coat of clear and my arm is falling off.😀

Covered one of the firewall sections with carbon fiber and will add the stainless on the engine side.

Thought I would start replacing all brake lines but found out the lines are not metric and have a bubble flare . I found out I need to research these connections a little further before buying lines .
I have a flaring tool and bender so I m thinking of cutting these lines apart and adding the correct fittings. Any info would be appreciated.
Dakazman

[Certified Lotus]

Looks really great Dakazman. I don’t have the patience for body work and always admire someone that has that and the skill. 

[dakazman]

Can’t wait to see the shops outcome on yours.
Dakazman

[Grumblebuns]

Thought I would start replacing all brake lines but found out the lines are not metric and have a bubble flare . I found out I need to research these connections a little further before buying lines .
I have a flaring tool and bender so I m thinking of cutting these lines apart and adding the correct fittings. Any info would be appreciated.
Dakazman

There's a list of what is needed to re-do the brake lines and fittings for an S2 on LEC.

http://lotus-europa.com/manuals/misc/brakes/S2_Order2.html

[dakazman]

The painting of the Europa has been a challenge and full of aggravating nuisances . One step at a time
And finally I can see the the finish line for paint unless I decide to add the black cherry stripes.LOL
Can’t wait to start assembly...
Dakazman

[dakazman]

Thanks Jojo 😀

[surfguitar58]

Looking good D-man! Can't wait to see the finished product!
Tom

[BDA]

Fabulous! Certified is right about body work challenging one's patience but when you're working to achieve the finish you've been producing, that becomes a huge understatement! I like the CF, too.

I can't wait for you to start putting her together, too.

[jbcollier]

Re: brake lines

https://jbcollier.smugmug.com/Lotus-Europa/i-wcspJsG/A

Both types of flares are used on the Europa.  It is not possible to get a good bubble flare from the usual flaring tools found in North America.  A special flare tool is the best way to go.  I mostly used a hideously expensive professional tool but this works well and is priced right:

https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-on-car-flaring-tool-for-3-16-tubing.html

[Certified Lotus]

This is the brake flairing tool I have. Does everything you will need for making brake lines.

I use NiCopp Brake line coil 3/16” in 25ft lengths to make hydraulic lines. It is seamless copper nickel 90-10 tubing that bends easily and doesn’t rust. You can get it at JEGS.

[dakazman]

Jeggs is probably the best route. Right after cleaning up after this paint job.
Also needed a starter for Vette .. ouch! $$$ GM 12361146. Also daughter has a project for me.

This is my kit I’ve had for decades  😀 Now I need to remember my bend allowance formula 😀
Thanks again guys,
Dakazman

[EuropaTC]

Hi Dazkaman,

If you've made brake pipes with that style of kit then in my books you deserve a medal !   

I used to have one like that and always had trouble using it. A few years back I bought a kit similar to the one JB showed and it is so simple to use it's just amazing.  Perfect flares every time and the one I have can be used working underneath the car as well.  I bought mine from Ebay but there are many suppliers and this is what it looks like;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brake-Pipe-Flaring-Tool-for-3-16-Copper-Kunifer-Steel-Brake-Pipes-SAE-Double/272815053600?hash=item3f850b5b20:g:cIMAAOSw5HJXK4f~

Well worth the money !

Brian