LA resources and specialists

[BertBert]

The 1995 live axle 7 that I have been asking about tyres is new to me. I've a history of 7s starting with a similar era 2.0VXI, then 3 K-series cars an SLR, R500 and 1600 exec superlight. I know a fair amount, but there's a lot to learn with a 1600 crossflow, live axle rear and trunion front suspension. It's very low mileage and largely original (you can still clearly see the honing marks in the bores). It's actually in very good condition for its age, but overall needs some cleaning and fettling - and new tyres! It runs ok, but the (new) plugs are blacker than the ace of spades. I expect the carbs need some work - maybe just a rolling road tune with someone who knows crossflows and webers.

I'm looking for recommendations for on-line resources, parts suppliers and local specialists (I'm in Epsom). For my sins, I have just rejoined L7 club, but am unable to post there yet. It looks like James Whiting is still going. Can that be so? He serviced my very first 7 back in the mid/late 90s!

Anyway, all thoughts and recommendations welcome.

Cheers
Bert

[Tupwood]

Glad to hear you’re back in the Club.
Redline Components (Chris Mintoft) is the leading parts supplier these days. It’s email and phone orders - so give Chris a call and chat through what you need and your Sevens history. He’s a top bloke!
His advert is on the L7C web page or in LowFlying.

[BertBert]

Thanks for the welcome back. I'll be there under my false name not my real one - Bert!

Yes I know of redline. Got to be better than caterham parts who don't even answer the phone!!

[CanAm]

For servicing, Andy Belcher of Tech7 in Redhill is reasonably handy for you. He found a water leak in my car in minutes that Caterham Cars couldn't find at all. Top man

[BertBert]

Ah yes of course, forgotten about Andy. Not used him previously, but know people who are very complimentary

[Paul Philpot]

I would be interested in using Tech7 as I’m local to them but they seem to be elusive, no address available just telephone.

[BertBert]

He's just a one man band and well regarded by the people I know who he's worked for.

[CanAm]

Paul Philpot said:

I would be interested in using Tech7 as I’m local to them but they seem to be elusive, no address available just telephone.

I won’t give the address in case Andy prefers it not to be public, but it’s very easy to access from the town centre. Give him a call, you certainly won’t regret it.
(or PM me)

[braddo]

BertBert said:

.... It looks like James Whiting is still going. Can that be so? He serviced my very first 7 back in the mid/late 90s!

Anyway, all thoughts and recommendations welcome.

Cheers
Bert

I spoke with him last year when I was replacing rear dampers and considering my options - he was very helpful on the phone, when I was a total unknown to him.

I ended up not using his services (I replaced the dampers myself) but I took his advice and am grateful for having received it.

[BertBert]

I spoke to Ruth last week and they are definitely taking things easier and but taking on anything big. But friendly and helpful as always!