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Garage / Re: Restoration of 3940R
« Last post by dakazman on Today at 03:00:20 PM »
Quote from: berni29 on Today at 01:32:03 PM
Hi

Small update, I had to stop stripping the car down as the DVLA wanted to inspect it as part of me registering the car here in the UK. Probably because the US title had the model listed as "Champion" and not Europa. Anyways, thats done now so hopefully will get my new age correct reg number in a couple of weeks, and can start taking things apart again now. The car has to be basically complete for the inspection.

Secondly Lotus Supplies got back to me about the Europa seat cover kits, so I have ordered a pair for the TC in black with no perforations. Hopefully copying the old foams will not be too difficult! The s/n's are stamped on the frame just before the shock mount.
Dakazman

    Bernie, show them the S/N markings on the frame and the door inscriptions of the s/n'S
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Garage / Re: Restoration of 3940R
« Last post by My S1 on Today at 02:55:46 PM »
Berni,  I made some seats for my home made Can Am car which I modelled after the S2 Europa seats.  It was allot of fun sculpting the foam.  I had to change the width, back angle and thigh support angle which is why I did not end up using the Europa pans.  I used three different durometers to dial in the comfort level.  I used a band saw with widely spaced teeth for the main cuts.  An ellectric meat knife to rough in some parts.  Pneumatic die grinder with coarse discs.  Hand block sander with 36 grit paper to finese.  Took me about a week of vacation time to do the foam.
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Garage / Re: Restoration of 3940R
« Last post by berni29 on Today at 01:32:03 PM »
Hi

Small update, I had to stop stripping the car down as the DVLA wanted to inspect it as part of me registering the car here in the UK. Probably because the US title had the model listed as "Champion" and not Europa. Anyways, thats done now so hopefully will get my new age correct reg number in a couple of weeks, and can start taking things apart again now. The car has to be basically complete for the inspection.

Secondly Lotus Supplies got back to me about the Europa seat cover kits, so I have ordered a pair for the TC in black with no perforations. Hopefully copying the old foams will not be too difficult!

Berni
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Garage / Re: It's not easy being green - 1971 TC
« Last post by dakazman on Today at 01:14:41 PM »
   My stainless Pins from RD have a threaded hole in the lower end to accept a bolt that aids in turning and removing.
 I use my Bonney wrenches to loosen and tighten nuts.  Okay Gavin no jokes now. :FUNNY:
 Dakazman
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eBay - Craigslist Ads - Other Listings / Re: Nice Restored '73 TCS on eBay - $40K ????
« Last post by FourLoti on Today at 10:52:08 AM »
"The items removed from the car come with it. with the exception of the original steering wheel ( It will hang on the wall of my shop)"

LOL:  https://www.ebay.com/itm/145369112525 

As they say, when buying a car sight unseen on an auction site, you have to go with your vibes about the seller's credibility! (not to mention awareness - how hard is it to hit the "Seller's Other Items" link?)  Just saying.......

Ron
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eBay - Craigslist Ads - Other Listings / Re: Nice Restored '73 TCS on eBay - $40K ????
« Last post by Tony2ta2004 on Today at 10:05:35 AM »
This TC was on Ebay in early 2022. It didn't sell at $18K without all those stickers. It is on Ebay now for $40K with all stickers. Stickers covered up spider cracks?
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Technical Articles and DIY tools and tips / Re: Registering an Imported Car in the UK
« Last post by BDA on Today at 08:13:34 AM »
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eBay - Craigslist Ads - Other Listings / Re: Nice Restored '73 TCS on eBay - $40K ????
« Last post by BDA on Today at 08:13:05 AM »
So far, we’re all in agreement. It’s a nice picture of Clark but I’d rather it as a poster or a framed picture than painted on the bonnet of a car. The other stickers are silly too, IMHO.

I would have much preferred to see some photos of the engine compartment than a trunk tray full of rusty bits!
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Technical Articles and DIY tools and tips / Re: Registering an Imported Car in the UK
« Last post by 4129R on Today at 07:17:27 AM »
I have been told by email, that 3089R has been registered as GHH 289L.

Now I just have to wait for that other government department, the Post Office to deliver the V5C document, so I can get the number plates made. My guess it will arrive on Monday 20th, exactly 8 months after I sent my first application.
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eBay - Craigslist Ads - Other Listings / Re: Nice Restored '73 TCS on eBay - $40K ????
« Last post by 4129R on Today at 05:41:04 AM »
The artwork on the front cover must have cost a lot.

Personally, I don't like it, but everyone is entitled to their own opinion on that.
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