California Caterham Club Forum http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat This forum is dedicated to the California Caterham Club en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:31:46 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/images/misc/rss.jpg California Caterham Club Forum http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat So Moose... http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1588&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:50:48 GMT What's up with the Ammo engine?

Has it arrived yet?

/Magnus F . ]]> Idle talk magnusfeuer http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1588 Bolt torque calculator http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1587&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:59:30 GMT Maybe old news.... But I finally found a tool that calculates torque for unequal material combinations, e.g. stainless bolt in aluminum thread or... Maybe old news.... But I finally found a tool that calculates torque for unequal material combinations, e.g. stainless bolt in aluminum thread or Grade 8 in 4340 alloy steel. American or metric thread, dry or lubed:
http://www.futek.com/boltcalc.aspx?mode=metric ]]> Questions and Answers slomove http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1587 10 mm front sway bar http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1586&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:40:11 GMT Anybody want a standard track 10 mm front sway bar? Free for shipping costs, delivery may be possible in California. Bar only no plasitc bits... Anybody want a standard track 10 mm front sway bar?

Free for shipping costs, delivery may be possible in California.

Bar only no plasitc bits on the ends. ]]> For Sale/Wanted Doug Liedblad http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1586 2005 Caterham http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1585&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 18:07:09 GMT This is a very fast crossflow powered car, lots of fun for the person looking to put some excitement in their driving experience. 2005 Caterham 7,... This is a very fast crossflow powered car, lots of fun for the person looking to put some excitement in their driving experience.
2005 Caterham 7, SB100 registered California car, approx 3,100 miles.

Description:
1700 Kent Crossflow motor 711M block, approx HP 145 at sea level with 92 octane.
Dry sump oil system, tank holds 1.5 gallons, all lines are steel braided hoses w/ AN aluminum fittings.
Dual 40 DCOE Webers, matched and balanced, all fuel lines are steel braided w/ AN aluminum fittings.
Facet external electric fuel pump.
Single wire alternator.
Lucas Starter.
Open headers with high flow muffler.
Balanced Crank, Rods and Pistons.
Polished intake and exhaust ports for maximum air/fuel flow.
Upgraded 4 core aluminum radiator.
5 speed transmission with upgraded reenforced balanced drive shaft.
3.92 rear gearing, Dedion set up.
Front and rear sway bars.
Wide track front suspension, front and rear sway bars.
Aero Screen, Bench Seats.

Asking $25,000 obo

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]]> For Sale/Wanted http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1585 Just joined + mad question... http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1584&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:03:46 GMT Hi I've just joined so thought I'd say 'hello'! I also have a bit of a long shot question...

Has anyone put an electric motor in a Caterham?

Yes, I know, it's sacrilege ... I have owned two Caterhams, including an early 90s HPC. I've also raced (single seaters and tin tops) around most UK tracks, Spa and Nurburgring, so fear not, I'm a dedicated petrolhead! But now I've just moved to California from the UK I'm intrigued and might even try it as an experiment. Any idea?

Also, when's the next event/get together? It would be great to come along, see the cars and meet a few of you.

Finally, there don't seem to be any used Caterhams for sale - I've looked on the site and the forum. Is the only way to build one yourself from a new kit (which I'm up for) or do any pre-owned cars get bought and sold complete?

Sorry for all the naive questions. Any help welcome. Cheers for now,

Simon ]]> Introduction of new members Simon http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1584 WTB: Lotus S2 Clam Shells/Fenders ( Used or New) http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1583&goto=newpost Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:53:35 GMT As what the title says, I'm looking for a pair
Fiberglass, Reproduction will do
willing to ship here in pasig city, philippines 1610

Thanks,
Aris ]]> For Sale/Wanted ariscmarquez http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1583 ford focus kit 2002 svt. http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1582&goto=newpost Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:53:20 GMT I installed the kit in my Morgan 4 seater and blew the engine on the race track. All the parts; flywheel, clutch, sump, and sierra 5 speed are... I installed the kit in my Morgan 4 seater and blew the engine on the race track. All the parts; flywheel, clutch, sump, and sierra 5 speed are available and still attached to the engine. I also have the computer, ignition switch and other parts to make it work. Also the waterail that moves the coolant to the front. I'll sell the whole package including the complete engine for $1200. ]]> For Sale/Wanted Grant Larson http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1582 Tillet seats and crotch straps. http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1581&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:58:20 GMT Yesterday I started fitting the my Tillet seats and ran into trouble with the crotch strap. The strap starts at the lap belt mounts, goes under... Yesterday I started fitting the my Tillet seats and ran into trouble with the crotch strap.

The strap starts at the lap belt mounts, goes under the Tillet seat and through the hole where your private Seven (inches) has a tendency to fall down when you are driving naked.

I tried to pass the strap from its seat belt mount, between the runner and the seat (which are separated by a couple of spacers and through the hole. The problem with this is that the bracket used to adjust the strap gets all bunched up between the seat belt mount and the seat itself.

Should I try to move the bracket so that it resides under the seat on the part of the strap that is between the runner and the hole, or is there a smarter way of routing it?

/Magnus F. ]]> Questions and Answers magnusfeuer http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1581 SuperCar Sunday Aug 29th http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1580&goto=newpost Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:03:21 GMT Anyone up for it?

Come early to beat the heat and then drive to the beach.

Brunch at Neptunes' Net perhaps? ]]> Events Doug Liedblad http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1580 Finally Able to Work On the Seven http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1579&goto=newpost Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:46:37 GMT We finished our home remodel so I have finally brought the Seven home. I did a little bit of work on it over the weekend and again this evening:... We finished our home remodel so I have finally brought the Seven home. I did a little bit of work on it over the weekend and again this evening:

1) Removed the old 10" wide steel wheels and tires
2) Removed the Spridget rear axle and installed a proper TR-10 with LSD reworked by Chris Beebe

3) Installed a set or Revolutions with Yoko A008s (the tires came with the rims)
4) Installed the rear fenders
5) Installed the windshield
6) Installed the headlamp bulbs - I have to have the car inspected to get it registered
7) Installed a set of windshield wipers
8) Installed 7/16" dia front wheel studs to match the rears
9) Removed a couple of added on aluminum panels and found the original Lotus data plate with s/n
10) Tonight I loaded the car back onto the trailer to go for a DMV inspection tomorrow (if I can get away from work by 3:30):


11) Hooked up a battery and found that the starter motor would spin the engine over
12) Did a compression check:



Note: I poured a bunch of Marvel Mystery Oil in each cylinder last October after I towed it back from the original owner's place. Tonight I spun it over for a while with the plugs removed before I checked the compression and let the excess oil blow out the plug holes. All 4 cylinders showed 240 - 245 psi. Even if my gauge is completely whacked at least the compression is even across the board. Maybe I'll make enough progress to try to light it off this weekend. ]]> Questions and Answers escondidoron http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1579 Lotus Clamshell wings http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1578&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 06:45:11 GMT Clamshell wings to fit a series 2 lotus. Not mine so I don't know the details. They were bought new years ago and never installed.

Send me a PM and I'll connect you with the seller.

The price will be right.

Doug ]]> For Sale/Wanted Doug Liedblad http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1578 I want a Seven with a Honda engine http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1577&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:26:52 GMT I am an NCO in the US Army and I have a passion for sports cars. I have in the last two years been thinking and dreaming about building a Superlite... I am an NCO in the US Army and I have a passion for sports cars. I have in the last two years been thinking and dreaming about building a Superlite roadster of some kind. I originally wanted an exocar in the style of the Ariel Atom but I am now fairly sure I want to go the Caterham route instead.

Now for my questions, and I greatly apologize if they are repeats but I did look around and do my research before asking these;

1: How many pounds does a finished Roadsport SV weigh? (with heater, carpet, weather package, the works)

2: Has any one used a Honda K20 (the 2.0 liter engine in the Ariel Atom and in the Civic Si) or Honda K24 (2.4 liter in the Acura TSX) in one of these cars? And if not, why not?

I am much more familiar with Honda engines and with modifying and tuning them. I am also quite certain that more power can be reliably brought out of these than any Ford four banger could ever conjure forth. My 2009 Civic Si for example has a 2.4 liter engine that produces 275hp and 210 lb-ft at the wheels, NA, and uses a wonderful close ratio limited slip differential 6-speed transmission. My setup is typically referred to in the Honda tuning scene as the K24/K20 "Frankenstein" setup, as it uses parts from both engines.

I would choose this Japanese engine setup without hesitation over the British engines or the Ford ones if I was certain it would work. Many Lotus Elise and Exige owners also swap out their Toyota Celica engines for Honda Civic engines and I know it works great.

The only thing I could see getting in the way personally is that the Honda K- series engines may be to tall for the space in a Caterham. Also it is a FWD engine, not sure if that is a problem or not?





Thanks guys! ]]> Thinking about a Seven? b0bbyboy145 http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1577 Back from the wilderness http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1576&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:40:46 GMT Howdy.

I've spent the last three weeks in the woods in Sweden with barely any communication. Now that I'm back home, I'll continue my Seven restoration with a DIY paint job.

/Magnus F. ]]> Idle talk magnusfeuer http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1576 I want seven - newbie questions http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1575&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:16:20 GMT I have been looking at seven ownership for a while. I have some questions that maybe experts at this forum can help answer: 1) How hard is the... I have been looking at seven ownership for a while. I have some questions that maybe experts at this forum can help answer:

1) How hard is the suspension - especially the old solid axle since I probably cannot afford CSR? Would it knock my teeth out and rattle my brain on a long road trip (3 hour - 4 hours)?

2) What can I get for 30k or below? I would like to have a Roadsport SV if I can - so I can get heater, weather package, windscreen with wiper. I have no plans to build one so only one I can presumably afford with 30k is used one - how can I tell the relative value of used caterham since there is no KBB?

Thanks in advance!!! ]]> Thinking about a Seven? taichou http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1575 Front Bearing Race Removal http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1574&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Aug 2010 03:33:06 GMT This is Birkin specific, but maybe you Caterhamistas know how to do this, anyway: I found a front bearing a bit lose and when opening saw a lot of... This is Birkin specific, but maybe you Caterhamistas know how to do this, anyway:

I found a front bearing a bit lose and when opening saw a lot of rust in the grease, probably water got in there. Took it all out and ordered new bearings but the inner/larger bearing race baffles me. How do I pull this out of the aluminum hub? It is completely recessed and I can barely get a fingernail behind the inner edge.

The outer bearing race should not be a problem (I hope) since it has a protruding ledge that i can get to with a brass punch.

Thanks



]]> Questions and Answers slomove http://www.californiacaterhamclub.com/chat/showthread.php?t=1574