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Which links did the Elan use? There are two distinct styles: one is what you have -- with the hole through which the tie rod link passes -- used on GT6 (and at least similar to, if not interchangeable with, that on many Heralds, although stub axles differ between the two regardless) -- and the other, as found on all but the earliest Spitfires, does NOT have that hole. I'm thinking it's gonna be easier and cheaper regardless to seek out a "Triumph" part than a "Lotus" part. :smile:

For reference only (NFI):

GT6

Spitfire, FC15576 and later

The other obvious difference between the two is that the Spitfire link has "ears" for mounting the caliper, while the GT6 caliper mounts to a plate that bolts onto the vertical link.
 
I expected that I'd probably pay more for anything "lotus", you're right about that. But if widening the search gets me a RELIABLE link, then it's worth a try IMO. Those are great diagrams, where can I get more of those?
 
Elans used the GT6 ones with the "RH" and "LH" caliper mounting plates. Also with the steering arm link thru the hole.

Andy's right... as "Lotus" parts it'll likely be more money.
 
DrEntropy said:
Andy's right... as "Lotus" parts it'll likely be more money.
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Doc- Do you really think so/
If you went to Napa and asked for part # so and so for my spit it would have a different part #for the Lotus even though they are the same?

If they are the same # and I asked for part # so and so for my lotus ,it would cost more?
 
At a NAPA store, probably not. But then, I'm not sure the average counterperson at such a store will know what a Lotus is unless there is something in one of the books or on the computer.

I'm thinking, though, that a "dedicated Lotus parts supplier" might well charge more for such a part than would a "dedicated Triumph parts supplier"!

I'm a bit surprised to see that 1970 Lotus Elan (just an example) can be dialed in on NAPA's web site, but they don't seem to have much of anything listed online....
 
I would suspect they carry the usual wear items. I've used 'em for points, rotors and caps, brake pads, clutch parts and some hydraulic rebuild kits.

Don: Andy and I were both referring to the dedicated suppliers. Dave Bean vs. Moss or the TR guys in PA... NAPA won't have the suspension uprights/trunions, IMO.
 
I understand that. My point is why would a Lotus owner go to a guy who sells mainly Lotus parts and pay premium for something that could be found on a spit.
 
I don't know why anyone would do that, at least no one who knows enough to be here on BCF. But as the wise Dr. points out there 12K Lotus Elans built, and if yer heads too far up yer butt to know about this forum, you're probably standing in line at a Lotus specialist parts counter.
 
I'll also mention that the Europa and Seven, as well as many racing LOtus and other makes used the famous Alford and Alder upright - even Formula 1.
The Europa is the same as the Spitfire IV.

But surely both GT6 and Spitfire have detachable caliper-mounting plates? Or are early Spitfires different, or something?

(Edit) Sorry, just looked at the diagram again. Now I see...
 
Don, it is really unique. years ago, decades actually. I worked at a Bap/Geon parts store, which later picked up the Napa line. Two items that I found interesting. The voltage regulator for a VW was around 14 at that time. Exact same regulator fit a 914 but was around 83 dollars...

Valve cover gasket for some small block chevy's, at that time were 3 a set. Same valve cover gasket fit some Cadillacs but cost 11 a set...


Parts marketing. strange animal indeed.
 
I was speaking with a Bosch representative a few years ago. He told me that there were less than 20 different fuel injectors made by Bosch. But there were over 500 different SKU's. Each SKU had a different price to the manufacturer and then in turn each manufacturer would mark them up based on the product line. That Master SKU list that crosses back to the actual number of injectors made is a very closely guarded bit of property.
 
Shawn said:
That Master SKU list that crosses back to the actual number of injectors made is a very closely guarded bit of property.
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No doubt!

Nippondenso injectors in a BMW/Porsche/Benz would be sacrilege! :jester:
 
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