Ruadhd2

If you display other people's property and license plate numbers on a track while racing them without their permission, that is illegal. Plausible, but made that up.

Need to see pics

Do you still have these? I need one on the right side of my car where the previous owner scraped it coming into a garage. Steve.

Ruadhd2 Goliath Reklica L8RG8R

Elegant black with large loops.

http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1796868411.html I talked to the owner. He has raced it a lot, mostly autocross, but, at one time, it had a 300 plus horsepower engine for drag racing. It also has shag pile carpet. Hmmmm. Anyway, the gentleman claims that the car has a very reinforced frame and is not tired and in excellent condition. The 2T-G engine does not have a different crank. No cold/wet weather gear. I'm thinking some paint, seat covers and whatever else as long as it isn't tired. Could be somebody's fun, inexpensive 7 variant.

Curious. Why was Birkin your second choice?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150455582040&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123

Does anyone who has original panasport rims/wheels know the shortcut to identifying all the facts about your wheels that might be contained in codes stamped on the rims? Is there a code breaking list somewhere?

http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/1786759911.html

It is important to know that in a 7 type vehicle you are much closer to the road than on a motorcycle. The result is you have to be extremely vigilant about road debris, animals, big potholes, speed bumps, construction or other surface variability. The smoothness of the ride can often depend on the quality of the road surface and the quality and setup of your shocks and suspension. Too many 7 owners will tell you horror stories about "bottoming" their cars unexpectedly. For example, you can be on a perfectly smooth surface and hit a non-impaired dip in the road at speed and scrape your exhaust system or oil pan. You have to be very careful when entering or backing out of curb cutouts, driveways, raised parking surfaces. Half the car will be in the driveway and the other half will be in the street and the car will rest on whatever is sticking out underneath. Not the discourage you. The 7 is a thrill like no other and worth it. My car is still a Recklica in need of tons of work and is still fun, so if you get a nice and tightly constructed car you should be fine and have a blast; but you are only a few inches above the ground and can drag your knuckles whenever it pleases you to do so.

I don't know if my car is strong enough, but it is considerably wider and longer than early Lotus 7's and many other replicas. The Rotus was designed for a variety of engines and later models were fit with V8s, but I don't know if yours will fit. Anyway if you want a project car I can take measurements. Look up the Rotus on the Cars for Sale section. Other Rotus owners on this forum might know if your engine will fit comfortably. Link: http://www.usa7s.com/vb/showthread.php?t=5039 Here's the original specs of the car: Rotus Specifications Vehicle Type: Front Engine, Rear Wheel Drive, Two- seat Roadster Wheelbase: 97.4 inches Overall Length: 144 inches Overall Width: 66 inches Overall Height: 44.25 inches Curb Weight: 1375 lbs (depending on options) Fuel Capacity: 15.6 gal. Suspension: Variable rate coil springs, unequal length, double A-arms (front) Coil springs, live axle, 4 trailing arms, panhard rod (rear) Steering Type: Rack and Pinion Brakes: 9 inch discs or 11 inch vented discs, 4 puck caliper (front), 9 inch discs (rear) . . Drive Train Options FOUR CYLINDER: 4 AGE Toyota Twincam EFI with Toyota 5-Speed Gearbox 2.3 Ford with T-5, 5-Speed Gearbox ROTARY: Mazda 13-B Mazda 13-B Turbo Mazda 13-B Bi-Turbo (all Mazda engines are equipped with the Mazda 5-Speed Gear Box) SIX CYLINDER: GM 4.3 V-6 Vortec with T-5, 5-Speed Gearbox EIGHT CYLINDER: GM 350 Small Block with T-5, 5-speed gearbox Buick 215 Aluminum V-8 with T-5, 5-speed gearbox .

Great thanks

Anybody got pics of headrests welded to a rollbar?

You just don't have enough electronics on your car. You need to be sure to get all that stuff. Steve

Unbelievably, I drove the Rotus #3 project car home from Carlisle in torrential rain without much of a problem. When it got really heavy, a few drops came through the little space between the side curtain and top on the passenger side. Problem so far is windshield wipers that don't turn off until you turn the car off. :driving:

Ok Thanks

I need my gas tank checked out and maybe reinforced or replaced. Any local shops?

Here's some Fejer history attached as a scanned jpg. You'll have to download it, rotate it, and probably expand it to read it.

Detailed Pics Now Up for 1984 Rotus Project for Sale: http://picasaweb.google.com/drsms22/RotusPics#

I know. Re-submitting

SOLD Now on eBay starting at $8500.00 with no reserve: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lotus-7-Lotus-7-Caterham-Replica-Rotus-Toyota-Components-/320555473341?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4aa29859bd 1984 Rotus Lotus Super 7 Replica 11,000 miles; $11,000 invested: Mostly needs cosmetic work. More Pics are up: http://picasaweb.google.com/drsms22/RotusPics# I am the third owner of Rotus #3. This has been verified as Chris Custer's third car. Original serial number is on title. I have only had it a few months. Prior owners were Bob Albright and Dan Owens. This is a Lotus Super 7 replica with many design improvements over Colin Chapman’s car. The car is from former Toyota Dealer, Chris Custer's Rotus company in Hagerstown, Maryland. Chris was a Lotus 7 enthusiast who polled as many Super 7 owners he could find and fixed some of the shortcomings of the original. This car is 4 inches wider and 10 inches longer than the original. Much less cramped in the hips. Frame is far better built and reinforced than originals. Only about 45 to 60 built. This is a fully functioning, running car. The perfect hobbyist project.This car is street legal as a historic vehicle and clear title in hand as a “1967 Roadster”. Selling because I lack the time and mechanical interests and ability. The frame of this car was built to accommodate a variety of engines including the Toyota in it now, Mazda rotaries, V6's and some V8's. One gentleman we know has a Corvette LS1 in his! This one has a Rare Toyota 1600 cc. 2T-G twin cam race engine with Yamaha head, 2T-C crank. Bored to 2 liters. Transmission is Celica. Rear end is Corolla, and modified steering (Tercel). The Good: Engine, transmission, clutch,rear end are solid. Engine is strong and purrs. Does not leak or burn oil. Unofficial compression is something like: 150/125/150/125 Note to prior readers of this post. The engine was thought to have a timing chain problem, but it was a loose pulley bolt. Excellent design improvements. Many people feel it is sleeker and more attractive than the original 7, which some find "stubby" (which others feel is part of its charm). Excellent Yokohama tires, All electricals (except quirky windshield wipers) operate. Twin Solex Mikuni carbs. OEM Panasport Wheels. Original full cold and wet weather gear rarely used (top and side curtains) Harley Davidson muffler Momo steering wheel New parts: K and N air filters, front brake calipers, oversized battery and tray, original replacement for VDO ammeter, new horns, plugs, fresh synthetic oil. Complete documentation, parts list, and history, build sequence photographs. One of the original engineers and current owner of the production jigs is available to service and/or modify the car. Other owners available for advice. Incredible fun to drive. The Project Needs: Tune carbs Further secure muffler. Rubs in one place. Restore Interior if you want. Straighten hood, improved hood fasteners Repair scraped fender Change headlight chrome (some rust on exterior) Restore wheel finish if you want. Front license plate system Inspect tie rod bushings, and other front end elements. Install a fuel gauge (optional) Improve windshield wiper operation (Currently doesn’t turn off properly). Paint car I have $11000 in the car. Make an offer. Consider trades for or towards other interesting cars. Drive it away. I will assist loading it on a transporter. Call with questions or for more pics:Steve: 240-271-8964

I have the book but can't get to it until later today or tomorrow. If someone has the time first go for it.

There is quite a nice history of the Fejer people and cars in the book: "Lotus Seven& the Independents: Featuring the Lotus Seven and a History of the World's Independent Builders" by Dennis Ortenburger

The feel of the real British deal without the cost or high speed risk.