Back up at the lake, chassis assembly was moving along. Front uprights and shocks went on without a hitch, but the front sway bar was a chore. The front bar is mounted to the bottom of the front shocks with
Europa Euphoria, Part 16
Matt’s Models – May 2008
This month, we continue where we left off with more of the 1/43 scale Lotus cars by RBA Collectibles, out of Spain. As I mentioned in the previous newsletter, this company seemingly came from nowhere to produce some nice models of
Europa Euphoria, Part 15
I took a few months off working on the Europa to finish up assembling Paul’s Elan. Let me refresh your memory on the history of this car… a psychedelic Flashback to 1996 if you will. This was the blue Sunday
Matt’s Models – April 2008
This month, we look at a few releases from a company called RBA Collectibles, out of Spain. RBA Collectibles recently, seemingly, sprung out of nowhere with a huge selection of 1:43 scale diecast models. They focus on both road, rally,
Remembering Jim Clark
This April 7th will mark the fortieth anniversary of one of the saddest days in Lotus history… the death of Jim Clark. His name was synonymous with Lotus, having driven almost exclusively for Team Lotus from 1960 to 1968. He raced just about
Matt’s Models – March 2008
This month we have two repainted models from Matchbox and Hot Wheels to add to your collection. The first is the Lotus Exige, released by Matchbox as part of their new “Best of British” series. If you recall, this model
Elise Progress Report
Here is a follow up report on my salvaged Elise project, started some months ago with a long drive to California to rescue a supposedly totaled Elise. The Burgundy 2005 Elise was on display at FVMC during our Fall Tune-Up Clinic, sans front
Matt’s Models – January 2008
Happy 2008 to all! I hope that Santa was extra special to you this year, and you received all the lotus goodies that you asked for. If not, and you have a few bucks to spare, you can add these new lotus additions
Europa Euphoria, Part 14
Europas have these real long steel tubes that connect the fluids in the engine that’s in the back to the radiator that is in the front. The tubes are 2″ in diameter, about 6′ long and held in place with rubber grommets, front
Put on your Dancing Shoes!
My wife and I rarely dance in public. It’s just something I don’t care to do. I feel awkward and silly and don’t enjoy myself at all. But I do have a regular Sunday morning dancing partner that my wife has no problems