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I think it looks great! Scott

See this: https://www.caterhamlotus7.club/forums/topic/277218-titanium-silver-colour-code/#comment-2629463 Scott

Good advice! I did autocross years ago and think I'll start out with some local events, that's probably all the speed I need at this point in my life! Scott

Dave's site about his upgrade options is very interesting and he clearly knows these engines. Having him rebuild one for shipping over with a few upgrades and the E6 ecu would be tempting and I think you could trust him to evaluate any engine he send over to you. Off topic, but have you considered a swap to a different engine, like a duratec? Scott

I looked a bit and found this: Importation of Vehicles Over 21 Years Old: EPA has long interpreted the equivalence requirement to mean that the engine must be identical to the engine that was originally installed. Such an engine is one that is the same model and configuration as the original engine. Importers wishing to utilize this provision are strongly encouraged to contact EPA's Imports Hotline prior to importation of such vehicles to ensure that the equivalency requirements are met. The Imports Hotline can be reached by email at imports@epa.gov or by calling 734-214-4100. Importers are encouraged to read the detailed information on the importation of nonconforming vehicles and engines, which can be found in the Procedures for Importing Vehicles and Engines into the United States (pdf) (3.2 MB, EPA-420-B-10-027, July 2010).

Sorry, I don't have a good answer on importing, but I'll follow this closely since I also have a VVC car. If you don't mind telling what happened to your engine and would it might not be easier and cheaper just to buy parts to have it fixed? There are many videos and articles online about these engines and all kind of work on them. Scott

That was an interesting article. Scott

Much appreciated!

Those are great points. I looked over the build sheet and it really doesn't go into detail about the sources of the parts. When you say steering bracket are you referring to the steering rack or something else? Scott

I ended up going with Hagerty with an agreed upon value for my 1999 Caterham. The application and underwriting process was painless.

LOL, I just spent thirty minutes figuring out oil filters for this motor. I hear you.

Thanks for the tip on the book and about plugging the hole. I'll be tinkering this weekend and will p0st some photos of the speedo. Scott

It's mechanical.

I did some soul searching and research before I bought it since these motors and parts are like hens teeth over here. It has the five speed. I've only driven it a couple of hours and I'm loving it!

Thank you all, I have my research cut out for me and appreciate the insights. Scott