Midlands Lotus Owners Club (MLOC): Project Elise Type R - Midlands Lotus Owners Club (MLOC)

Hi all.

Unfortunately, a couple of weeks ago, I notice that the nearside driveshaft CV joint boot had given up the ghost. The engine bay was covered by that horrible grease and I could actually see the opening on the boot.

I wanted to try something different from the original boot (that came with the kit), so I went for Hoffman's offering. ...

I am back again.

It was this time last year when I kicked off the Project Elise Type R. A year on, I am still tinkering with it.

Next job, replacing my rusty boot release cable. Now, although you can buy the electric kits from various sources, due to the price, I opted to make my own.

Ingredients:...

I booked myself onto an activity day organised by Car limits. This was my first activity day and I must say, it was excellent fun! The day was attended by all sorts of machinery just having good ol' fashion fun. Loved it!

At this point, I must thank Car Limits for allowing few other people to turn up to have drive my car for...

Since about 1000 miles, I have been hearing rather strange grinding noises from the gearbox, when I lift off. This seemed to get louder once the car really warms up. So, I decided to change the gearbox oil and go for something a little different.

Preparation

1. I removed the rear near-side wheel and left the car up on jacks.

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Catch tank installation is one of those items that seem to attract a great deal of debate as of its benefits. If you search around on the internet, there is a great deal of information and opinions.

As for me, its quite simple. The crank case needs venting somehow and I can see three ways of achieving that.

1. Pipe the outlet to somewhere...