Differential Bushings- Sizes and Alternatives

PostPost by: DreamsOfA26R » Fri Aug 11, 2023 4:57 am

Hello all,

This may be a dumb question but I've tried searching both Google, this website and the master parts list and I can't seem to find the info that I'm looking for.

Basically I'm trying to find the dimensions of the rubber bushings that the bolts pass through on the underside of the differential housing, as well as the bushings for the torque rods. I've neglected to order myself a set and I'm up against a deadline and needing to source some asap. I'm thinking of trying to adapt some universal bushings from Prothane or the like but I can't seem to find the dimensions of the original lotus bushings. Does anyone have any idea, or any other resource I can check aside form the master parts list? https://elanregistry.org/app/assets/doc ... tslist.pdf
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PostPost by: MACCA.GLM » Fri Aug 11, 2023 4:33 pm

Hi

You could try Tony Ingram of lotus7.com he might help
Other than that there are a couple of companies in UK come to mind
Tony Thompson of melton mobray Leicestershire
Sue Miller at Saxmundum Norfolk should be able to help with the parts you require

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PostPost by: mbell » Fri Aug 11, 2023 6:29 pm

The diff tie rod bushings are the same as the front anti roll bar.

Dave Bean is not far from you and could probably overnight you some easily.
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