If you are contemplating rebuilding a Lotus twin cam engine, then removing the oil pick pipe may result in damaging this fragile component.
The original component comprises Lotus part number A026E6089 and the strainer Ford part number 2370E6K656.
This oil pick-up assembly is usually found in twin cam engines such as the 701M 6015 fitted with the later 6 bolt crankshaft and a lip seal on the real main journal.
Unfortunately this design used non-standard ultra-thin wall mild steel tubing that makes it prone to being crushed during the removal and installation process.
The new pick-up pipe assembly manufactured by Lotus Marques comprises of the following parts -
1) A custom designed conical adapter that is a press fit into the cylinder block.
This adapter has two flats milled on the conical section to allow easy removal and installation without crushing the tube.
The adapter also has a non-linear junction to prevent stress failure at the point where to tube joins the conical section.
2) Mild steel tube that is secured to the conical adapter by means of a bronzed joint.
The steel tube also has a washer bronzed half way along its length to act as a spring platform.
3) A high quality spherical bearing that secures the pick-up tube to the strainer housing.
The spherical bearing provides additional functionality where the strainer housing can move up and down the tube plus tilt the strainer so it locates correctly on the sump pan.
The spherical bearing is secured in a two piece housing by means of an internal snap ring.
4) A stainless steel strainer is clamped in position by means of a two-piece housing that also contains the spherical bearing.
The two piece housing is held together with a large circlip which can easily be removed to allow the strainer to be cleaned
Vehicle application details - to suit Ford Lotus twin cam 1558cc, 8 valve
NOTE- There is an alternative version of this oil pick-up assembly available to suit the Ford 120E cylinder block.
This component is similar but the adapter is threaded and screws into the cylinder block.
Oil pick-up pipe and strainer assembly weight = 320 grams
Lotus Marques supports local industryby manufacturing this component in Australia.
Oil pick-up pipe and strainer @ $150.00 each plus GST
Trade inquires are also welcome - please call (03) 9761-1903 to discuss your requirements
Please note carefully, pricing above does not included postage and packing.
Pricing information is correct as of 24/6/2019 but may alter with time and currency exchange rate fluctuations.
To order your new oil pick-up pipe, send us your parts order today
Shipping from Australia to UK, USA, New Zealand, anywhere worldwide!
Contact Lotus Marques now for postal or courier shipping costs.
The original component comprises Lotus part number A026E6089 and the strainer Ford part number 2370E6K656.
This oil pick-up assembly is usually found in twin cam engines such as the 701M 6015 fitted with the later 6 bolt crankshaft and a lip seal on the real main journal.
Unfortunately this design used non-standard ultra-thin wall mild steel tubing that makes it prone to being crushed during the removal and installation process.
The new pick-up pipe assembly manufactured by Lotus Marques comprises of the following parts -
1) A custom designed conical adapter that is a press fit into the cylinder block.
This adapter has two flats milled on the conical section to allow easy removal and installation without crushing the tube.
The adapter also has a non-linear junction to prevent stress failure at the point where to tube joins the conical section.
2) Mild steel tube that is secured to the conical adapter by means of a bronzed joint.
The steel tube also has a washer bronzed half way along its length to act as a spring platform.
3) A high quality spherical bearing that secures the pick-up tube to the strainer housing.
The spherical bearing provides additional functionality where the strainer housing can move up and down the tube plus tilt the strainer so it locates correctly on the sump pan.
The spherical bearing is secured in a two piece housing by means of an internal snap ring.
4) A stainless steel strainer is clamped in position by means of a two-piece housing that also contains the spherical bearing.
The two piece housing is held together with a large circlip which can easily be removed to allow the strainer to be cleaned
Vehicle application details - to suit Ford Lotus twin cam 1558cc, 8 valve
| Model | Production dates |
| Ford Lotus Cortina Mk1 | 1963 to 1966 |
| Ford Lotus Cortina MK2 | 1967 to 1970 |
| Lotus Elan | 1962 to 1974 |
| Lotus Elan 2+2 | 1968 to 1974 |
| Lotus Europa Twin Cam | 1968 to 1974 |
| Lotus and Caterham 7 | 1973 to 1974 |
NOTE- There is an alternative version of this oil pick-up assembly available to suit the Ford 120E cylinder block.
This component is similar but the adapter is threaded and screws into the cylinder block.
Oil pick-up pipe and strainer assembly weight = 320 grams
Lotus Marques supports local industryby manufacturing this component in Australia.
Oil pick-up pipe and strainer @ $150.00 each plus GST
Trade inquires are also welcome - please call (03) 9761-1903 to discuss your requirements
Please note carefully, pricing above does not included postage and packing.
Pricing information is correct as of 24/6/2019 but may alter with time and currency exchange rate fluctuations.
To order your new oil pick-up pipe, send us your parts order today
Shipping from Australia to UK, USA, New Zealand, anywhere worldwide!
Contact Lotus Marques now for postal or courier shipping costs.
