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Ah. Thanks. Didn't realize that. I may try it over the winter.

I've been debating the power steering upgrade. This would be a great time for that if you've ever thought about doing it.

Wow. What a difference. That looks fantastic.

Nice looking machine.

Now you guys have me thinking about adding a dremel to my lathe

I wound up with the wrong calipers the first time around. I was able to find pics of what they were selling at one of the bigger parts stores online, and was able to match the casting number on the caliper, and was got the correct ones the second time around. My Esprit is waiting for spring now. Essentially ready to drive. I am mulling over that electric power steering mod though...

Thanks very much. That pic of the front of the Europa in your avatar looks awesome btw.

I ordered a set of calipers for my 91 esprit from our local autozone store. I got a left and right for a 1984 Toyota Celica. There are slight differences though, most noticeably that the brake line connector comes in at a different angle. I'd have to bend or replace the brake line to make it work. I think they will bolt up fine physically, except for the brake line issue. Have you guys had this happen, or does it just sound like they are wrong?

You'd want to try this one (it's 5/16" instead of 3/8"). It looks like it might be a bit too long before the bend, but I would definitely give it a try. Worst case, you might have to pull off the fuel pressure regulator, stuff that in, and slide it back on if there isn't enough room to stuff it in normally. https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-Z147N-Adapter-Fitting-Connect/dp/B07ZHJGX7L/ref=psdc_346821011_t1_B07ZHJWSJY Funny, I couldn't find anything like that when I was searching. I would get 5 or 6' of hose just to be safe. I used plastic braided, as I saw a lot of folks say that the steel acts like a saw when it moves around. This is what I used. Plenty for $22 https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LSH6GRA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That is just blue tape on the fittings to keep the wrenches from scratching them. I haven't climbed back in and removed it yet.

I'll post a pic this evening Just a propane torch. I was afraid I would blow it out with a real torch. It took it a bit to get it hot enough to bend, and never got red hot, but it worked out fine. Note: I thought I posted this earlier, but I don't see my reply. Hopefully I'm not posting the same info again A little more info. Here are the end to hose fittings: 800106ERL - straight to hose Amazon doesn't have this one for some reason 804606erl - 45degree to hose https://www.amazon.com/Earls-804606ERL-Swivel-Seal-Hose-End/dp/B0002M9GZ6 I've also posted this on the turboesprit list so that it'll be out there when someone needs it.

I just finished getting this worked out, and I thought I would post this here in case someone needs it in the future. On the pressure regulator side you need one of these https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CGSUL0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It is a GM EFI to An6 male straight adapter. Note that you want a steel one, because you will need to heat it in order to bend it. The engine bolt right below the fuel pressure regulator interferes, so you have to modify it. I broke an aluminum one trying to heat and bend it. I drilled a 5/16" hole in a block of aluminum, heated the middle of the tube, stuck a big socket loosely over the threads, and bent it slowly by hand. an AN6 45 to hose finishes this end. On the other end, you will need an AN6 straight to hose fitting, and this: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CNB8NS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It is 14mm That's it. FYI the output from the pump is the same type part, but 16mm in case anyone ever needs it. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049D7ZSO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Hope this helps someone. It was a pita to get the right parts figured out. Dan

I just finished reading the entire thread, while trying to wind up my Esprit, that's been sitting unfinished for quite a while after a tank and header replacement. I'm very close, but waiting and trying different parts to get from the fuel pressure regulator back to the pump with braided line. With any luck I'll get it together this week when more parts arrive. This thread had been a great source of info and inspiration, and your Esprit is beautiful Ian. Fantastic job.

I'll inquire. I was able to find a solid sunroof in the right color on ebay. It should be here in a couple of days. I think the paint may need some attention, but I have a couple of spots on my car where the clear coat has problems and I need to address that also. Now I need to figure out what the differences are on the weatherstripping between the glass and solid tops.

Wow. Thanks again. Dan