Hello California Seven drivers,
My 1990 Caterham Super Sprint is getting a general recommissioning after eight years in the corner of the garage. Any input on the following will be greatly appreciated. Maybe even with a beer, if you come by my garage.
So, the obvious items that need attention are:
1. New tires that fit my 5" (pretty sure) by 13" alloys. Don't remember what this wheel designs called, but they were common on Europa's. I believe I need 185/60 R13's, or 175/60 R13's. Looks like my only choice in the US is Toyo R888, or various 13" country club cart tires. Demon Tweeks lists A048R's I'm tempted by, wouldn't be the first gear I've sourced from the EU. DemonT also shows Kuhmo V70A's in my size. I intend some sport touring, like Targa California, California Melee, hooning around Monterey Car week, etc. not thinking track days so much.
2. Does anyone know a source for molded radiator hoses, like the ones Caterham delivered the car with?
3. Rubber bushings, for front A-arms, trunnions, rear links, wherever else.
4. Steering rack boots needed.
5. I had a leak repair, and boil out done to Caterham stock Covrad S7350 radiator, but I'm pessimistic that it will stay cool. Would like to see if people have added soft ducting inside the nose to radiator gaps. I might replace the stock SPAL single fan, if someone knows something better.
The crossflow 1700 is currently with Bill Schlossnagle for a refresh, so no issue with the engine.
If this is to many topics for one thread, my apologies, I gladly split with moderator input.
Cheers, Brad Baum
Escondido, Ca
My 1990 Caterham Super Sprint is getting a general recommissioning after eight years in the corner of the garage. Any input on the following will be greatly appreciated. Maybe even with a beer, if you come by my garage.
So, the obvious items that need attention are:
1. New tires that fit my 5" (pretty sure) by 13" alloys. Don't remember what this wheel designs called, but they were common on Europa's. I believe I need 185/60 R13's, or 175/60 R13's. Looks like my only choice in the US is Toyo R888, or various 13" country club cart tires. Demon Tweeks lists A048R's I'm tempted by, wouldn't be the first gear I've sourced from the EU. DemonT also shows Kuhmo V70A's in my size. I intend some sport touring, like Targa California, California Melee, hooning around Monterey Car week, etc. not thinking track days so much.
2. Does anyone know a source for molded radiator hoses, like the ones Caterham delivered the car with?
3. Rubber bushings, for front A-arms, trunnions, rear links, wherever else.
4. Steering rack boots needed.
5. I had a leak repair, and boil out done to Caterham stock Covrad S7350 radiator, but I'm pessimistic that it will stay cool. Would like to see if people have added soft ducting inside the nose to radiator gaps. I might replace the stock SPAL single fan, if someone knows something better.
The crossflow 1700 is currently with Bill Schlossnagle for a refresh, so no issue with the engine.
If this is to many topics for one thread, my apologies, I gladly split with moderator input.
Cheers, Brad Baum
Escondido, Ca
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