craig chima

Have two front anti roll bars that are extra to my needs. Both are 3/4" diameter and work great to limit body roll when compared to stock bars. The black painted one is stock wide track Caterham (just over 38" end to end), and the nickel plated one is standard Lotus 7/early Caterham (about 35.5"). I don't have the threaded inserts for the Caterham bar but they are easy to get (or you can remove from your existing bar) and the nickel plated bar was modified so that you can use a "1/2" through bolt" from the back of a stock upper arm, through both washers and bushes and into the bar. $50 each plus shipping from Akron, OH. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, chima97@aol.com or (330) 807-0742

Shocks sold. Thanks to those who inquired. Craig

I have a set of four very lightly used AVO externally adjustable shocks for use on original Lotus 7 or solid axle Caterham. They are for stock diameter springs (1 7/8 - 2") and have adjustable spring perches for ride height adjustment. Fronts are 12" compressed and 17" extended and the rear bayonet shocks are 13.5" compressed and 18.5" extended length. $250 for all four. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, Akron, OH. (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

Have an original electric fan and horn that were removed from an original Lotus 7 when I converted the car to vintage race car spec. Fan intended to go in front of radiator on the stock mounting bracket. Both work as intended. $50 for both INCLUDING SHIPPING to Continental US so pretty much a giveaway price to anyone who can use them. Please email chima97@aol.com or call (330) 807-0742 if interested. Thanks, Craig

I have made some revisions to my SCCA Lotus 7 over the winter and as such, am selling the front a-arms that were on the car when it won the 2020 SCCA Runoffs. These will bolt on any Lotus/Caterham chassis and the width is similar to a Caterham "wide track" front suspension (the bottom a-arm is adjustable from 14.75" to 16" wide and top arm can be adjusted accordingly). A-arms are chromoly and the lengths done to give optimal camber curve and are fully adjustable for camber and caster and will accept a stock Caterham style upright. $500 for the set of four (the rod ends would cost you over 1/2 this asking price). A chassis mount will need to be done to accommodate the front/upper a-arm but I can assist with this as well if needed (see pix of how it attaches on my car). Call or email for details. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

Yes, it is sold and the list of others who wanted the car is now probably at least 10. But it went to a good home and Lotus enthusiast in Colorado.

Well, as Henry suggested, it didn't last long. Have a verbal commitment to purchase with deposit being sent, and one more person on the "waiting list" so pretty sure it is spoken for. Craig

I have reluctantly decided to sell my 1965 Lotus 7 project (SB1961) and am posting detailed information here. I would very much like for this car to go to a dedicated 7 enthusiast since I will not be able to finish it myself (recent spinal fusion of L1 to L5 which will preclude me from doing major restoration and mechanical work in the future). As such, the project is being listed only on this website and also the simplesevens website. Details of the project along with a single picture below will give you an idea of the current status but in a nutshell this is a straight, sound chassis with probably 99% of the parts needed to complete the restoration included, plus major mechanical components (1340 cc Kent pre-crossflow motor) and Close Ratio transmission both recently professionally rebuilt. Lots of additional pictures can be seen on the simplesevens website or I would be happy to email or text as requested. If finished properly, this is easily a $40,000 car and in my estimation the only major expense left is painting the car. The rest is disassembly, cleanup of chassis, and reassembly (sweat equity). Asking $17,500 and I am open to close and reasonable offers to the right enthusiast. Car is in Akron, OH. Craig Chima (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

Have a set of fiberglass Caterham rear fenders for sale. They are 12" wide and recently primered and would just need scuffed in order to be painted at this point. $200 for the pair plus shipping from Akron, OH. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, Akron, OH. chima97@aol.com or 330 807-0742

Thanks all! Back home in Akron now and it was obviously a good end to long week. Feels good to get another win, 18 years after the last one (with 12 years away from SCCA during that time). The car had a horrible push all week and I spent 6 previous sessions trying to dial it out with different front tires, compounds, etc. I went about things drastically different from Ethan (pole Lotus) as I was looking for as much straight line speed as possible and sacrificing some handling in the process. His car was unbelievably hooked up in the carrousel and he was 1 sec faster in segment 2 whereas I was a little quicker in 1 and 3. The Integra had us both covered by 7-8 mph in terminal velocity so we knew that if he got in front it was going to be a long day. But I guess it was my day all around. I was only 3# over the minimum weight as we rolled across the scales (way too close for comfort!) and I would have definitely been light if not for the 3 double yellow laps and less fuel burned during that time! Hate to see the misfortune of Ethan and Kevin but that's racing and I've been in their shoes 3 different times (leading the Runoffs) and had mechanical misfortune strike so it's nice to get one when I wasn't the absolute fastest car on the track. Fingers crossed for no lead trophies over the winter and I'm going to have it handling way better for Indy next year! Craig

Looking for a 3.9 English Ford ring and pinion gear set, or complete differential (typically used in Lotus 7's, Elans, Cortinas, Anglias, etc). Will buy outright or trade for 3.77 or 4.11 R&P. Let me know what you have. Thanks, Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

This is probably what you are after. Right side dry sump mount. I just did a test fit on motor with 5 port Titan pump with 3/4" scavenge pipe and fits fine. It's not so much that you need the tubes spread wider, you need them to be radiused (bent) in order to clear the pump.Email me directly or PM me for additional information. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, chima97@aol.com

Is the bonnet still available? If so, can you please email me at chima97@aol.com. I have a couple of questions about dimensions. Thanks, Craig Chima. (chima97@aol.com)

Kind of a subjective question as depends on where "sound" readings are taken, max rpm used at sound station, and amount of plates used but under 98 for sure even with sound meter on the "exhaust" side of the track at 8000+ rpm and likely far less than that under different circumstances.

I have a couple of different side exhausts from different race car projects that are now extra to my needs. Both would be ideal for Ford motor cars as they are 4 into 1 collectors with 1 5/8" tubes. Both are 38.5" long from tip-to-tip and the one has an extension with turn out that brings total length to just about 50". Both also have Supertrapp muffler systems on them and will include extra plates as needed for both. Both also have bungs welded in for Oxygen sensors. $50 each which is about 20% of the cost of the parts that were used to build them. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, Akron, OH. (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

All, I've been watching Croc's ad list recently and haven't seen anything that fits the bill. Would like to find a 70's or early 80's solid axle Caterham (or possibly pre-lit Westfield) with crossflow motor that is a decent "driver" (i.e. no show cars wanted!). These cars occasionally pop up in the $15K to $17K range and that's basically what I'm after. Will consider cars that need some TLC and don't mind cars that are in need of engine/tranny/driveline work but I'm not looking to take on a big restoration project at this time and will definitely consider RHD. If you have anything that you're considering selling or know of anything that's currently out there that seems to fit these parameters feel free to let me know. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, Akron, OH. (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

Tank, pedals, and scale sold. Thanks for the inquiries. 7 velocity stax and CWP still for sale.

Shop cleaning time and thought that I'd see if there was any interest in the below items. All prices INCLUDE shipping unless otherwise noted: 1.5' long Stainless Steel Velocity stax for 40 DCOE Weber. ( 9 of them). $15 each or $100 for all 5 Sherline 2000# Tongue Weight Scale (new in box). $75. Don't tow your trailer without knowing if tongue weight is appropriate! Aluminum 7 gallon Fuel tank (measures 34.5" x 6.75" x 7.75". Will fit in stock Lotus/Caterham location or perfect for replicas. $100 plus shipping Clutch/brake pedal assembly. Small compact pedal assembly for someone wanting to fab their own system. Perfect for Lotus 7's or replicas, etc. $50 English Ford 4.12 NEW ring and pinion assembly. Will fit most Solid axle Caterhams, and S3 or 4 Lotus 7's (Cortina type housing cars). $250 Pictures below or feel free to contact me for additional pictures or information. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

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Tamiya 1/24th scale model, still in original box with original cellophane wrapping. Cellophane has deteriorated somewhat over the years but is still in good condition with a couple of tears but the box is excellent and the kit is complete. Perfect for collectors or for someone wanting to build a Seven model. The cheapest I have seen these models is $75 from Japan, or in the $40-$50 range on ebay with pieces missing so I'm pricing at $60 including shipping to the continental US. Craig Chima (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

I have decided to thin my collection of Lotus and Racing collectors books. All are in excellent condition and have been well cared for. I have priced these books to sell and have used the best prices that I have seen anywhere online (ebay, booksellers, etc) and have typically set my asking prices at or below these prices. Some of these books are extremely rare and the higher prices of those books reflect that fact. Prices are excluding shipping from Akron, OH, USA but most can be sent in USPS flat rate boxes very inexpensively. Contact me for further information or questions. Craig Chima (330) 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com Team Lotus, My View From the Pit Wall by Peter Warr $25. SOLD Colin Chapman, Inside the Innovator by Karl Ludvigsen $75 Colin Chapman, The Man and his Cars by Gerard "Jabby" Crombac $20 Lotus, The Competition Cars by Anthony Pritchard $50 Lotus 78 and 79 The Ground-Effect Cars by John Tipler $125 Lotus 49 The Story of a Legend by Michael Oliver $40. SOLD Jim Clark, Racing Legend by Eric Dymock $60. SOLD Jim Clark and his Most Successful Lotus by Eoin Young $75. SOLD Colin Chapman's Lotus The Early Years, the Elite and origins of the Elan by Robin Read $50. SOLD Team Lotus, The Indianapolis Years by Andrew Ferguson $25. SOLD Lotus Race Cars 1961-1994 Photo Album by Norman Hayes $10 History of the Grand Prix Car 1966-85 by Doug Nye $50 Formula One Years - Season by Season Account of F1 Championship from 1950 - Present by Daily Telegraph $25 Racers 1948 - 1968 The Legends of Formula 1 by Doug Nye $25

Nice 3 spoke leather Moto Lita steering wheel with Lotus center button. 12.5" diameter makes it a perfect size for original 7 or Caterham and the hub is proper spline for original Lotus 7 shaft. $50 plus shipping. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports. 330 807 0742 or chima97@aol.com

John, Unfortunately it sold last week to a buddy of mine from California. I don't think I'm taking anything else off the car but you'll be the first to know if I do! Cheers, Craig

This is an original DSK (David S Kaplan) rear sway bar for any S2 or S3 Lotus 7 or Solid axle Caterham. The bar is 1/2" diameter which is ideal for the rear of one of these cars and is also unique in that it requires no modifications or other fabrication to the chassis. It is 100% bolt on and fully adjustable and can be seen "installed" in the accompanying picture. The only reason the bar is being sold is that the car it was being used on is in the process of being restored to original and concours condition and the bar doesn't fit those parameters. $100 plus shipping. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports, Akron, OH 330 807-0742 or chima97@aol.com

drew, I saw your post about needing a fuel tank for older Caterham. I have a tank that was being used in a Caterham that I can send you pictures of if you send me an email address. It is not "Caterham-specific" but fits very nicely and is all aluminum and would likely work great for your needs. My email address is chima97@aol.com. Craig Chima, CC Motorsports. Cheers, Craig