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More sprung weight in the back is good. Watch the wear on those A arm bushes

Xflow full length Cats traditionally used a left wing that was made higher on the bottom edge to allow the exhaust to pass under. The only reason I'm going with a side tip now is because the replacement wing I have doesn't have the clearance. I would rather not cut a hole. We shall see how it goes. I may find ear muffs sufficient.

Thanks for onShape and send cut send. DRS is?

I see that. Another wheel reinvention I have is to run a 4-2 dual internal baffled straight pipes all the way back, or to two very narrow cigar glass packs and dual tips. It's not proper 7, its Shelby Daytona. but I would like that very much.

My problem with these can shape mufflers is if the lip is lower than the chassis one is at risk of it getting caught and ripping off. This is what happened to me. The muffler also took the rear fender (wing 🇬🇧) off. Stupid mistake I made I will try to not repeat with a can too low. Currently exploring motorcycle mufflers as many are smaller 1.75" for 1600 Xflow.

Is there a website for these Walkers?

I believe that is the intent. Signal is signal regardless of the application? Petrol guage is in the description. Funny, I discovered this menton on the L7C site from a poster who was giving everyone his plans for a breadboard DIY copy of the device because the Spiyda is too pricey. I was smart like that, once.

for miss-matching bits Spiyda Gauge Wizard https://spiyda.com/gauge-electronics/the-gauge-wizard.html

OP (Original Poster), you may be perfectly correct in your estimate, as this is a very small car. It shouldn't be difficult to locate a noise. But the diff is hard mounted to the frame and noise will be transmitted all through the car. Noise location can be tricky. I have a pickup that soon after new, developed what I was sure was a front end clunk. Thats exactly where the noise came from. Thank gawd for internet research. It was the rear bed U bolts on the leaf springs had slackened and loosened with break-in. It is a very common occurrence with trucks. Internet sleuthing will reveal that on a differential, worn pinion shaft bearings and loss of preload is a common cause of the noise you are have, when you have it. I only suggest this so you don't rule it out chasing something else. OP, It would be a major pita, but can you separate the diff enough to check the pinion for float? If this is measurable in situ, as well as oil level and condition? you should be able to leave the drive shaft connected. You may be able to leave the diff attached and try sliding the shaft with your hands. Any slack can be narrowed to u-joints or pinion end float. Then check for pinion float. The pinion bearing preload is something that can ease with time creating a slack that only makes noise from contact with the back side of the gears and bearings. I am not a professional mechanic, just an annoying amateur.

I think Cat is backing the wrong Horse.

I've read a lot of love for the RedLine MTL. But are we sure it's the box and not the diff? A 1st gear job is something I'd like to do in my T9. Looking for kits on this side. Any offers?

One of the best Texas registrations one can get with a 25+yo car is the "antique" plate. This allows 5 years between Renewals and no inspections. Its cheap too. The caviat is the car cannot be a daily or pleasure driver. The only permitted road driving is enroute to or from an exhibition like a car show or parade. I have been thinking that I could qualify for this because everywhere I stop becomes a car show. Any parking space is an exhibition. I'm a one car parade, everyone is gawking and taking pictures. Should I push my luck with the constabulary? It wouldn't be an issue if the registration weren't abused, but it is.

If Rock N Roll had a back bone, I think John Lodge would be one. Unwavering devotee of Buddy Holly and the Fender Precision bass that he never put down for another guitar, left us Oct 10, 2025 unceremoniously but peacefully In Naples Florida. Comming off of 20 dates in late 2024, straight into 33 dates in 2025 ending on Aug 7, you would think John, at 82, was just taking a rest. Never mind the raucous hits, Lodge penned and cut the best melodies of those Moody tunes. Hayward made great contributions, but Lodge, Pinder and Thomas brought on the Astral plains and psychedelics like nobody else but the Beatles and Hawkwind. A hard sell after the early 70s, all that hippie acid trip pixie dust would die off eventually. But it would be John's writing that would keep the Moodys on the radio into the 80s. A true 60s rock troubadour to the end. That's what I think anyway. A veteran cosmic rocker

Looks like the 1/24 Tamiya kit. Kudos to whoever got those guage decals on. It's difficult to get spray paint between the front flares and upper body. Almost have to hand paint. I haven’t seen one of those monkeys in years.

That's the first flames for a 7 I've ever seen.

I would call it a Lotus 7 replica, unless it is a real Lotus 7. Everything else is a replica, even a Caterham. There's no point in going down the Chapman-Nearn transfer, that is more history than your listener cares about and the conversation gets lost in the weeds. Lotus is a recognizable brand, Caterham isn't. Lotus 7 or replica is simple, direct and accurate. Like the car.

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Oh, nooooo. How sad.

I'm wondering if you have a spec from a build sheet or you have made a physical measurement? I will side with @theDreamer on this one@theDreamer

Me to. Black plastic bowls if there is such a thing. I want to paint. Lucas style. Tip: the buggy market has a lot of these. EMPI is a source.

Tim, what it your information that you "have it as"?

I believe most S2 were hydraulic clutch. Do those require a preload spring?

Nice spec. I think the full wind screen, although looks proper on the car, is more trouble over 50mph than it's worth. The mini screen on there should be effective over 40mph. In that car, I think I would opt for a matching 3/4 helmet with half face shield. You would look perfect. Wind, buffeting, coms, safety, music, etc., would all be taken care of with a helmet. You may have to remove the head resets for helmet use. But, yes a black frame screen will finish off the car nicely. Put a WTB for one on the parts for sale to see if anyone bites. Check previous posts as well.

Look, man. These cars are hand fit. Get your drive line set up, engine and everything attached sitting on blocks, rear axle and wheels at loaded ride height, trans mount, whatever, and mock up engine mounts last with PVC pipe and base board. Take the PVC to your welder and fab them.