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I want to replace my mirror caps and I'm wondering if anyone has done it. GRP says it is a 10 minute job, but they have not posted any instructions. The Emira Service Manual, p. 17-43 says to remove the mirror glass and rear cover. Then the upper cover can be removed. I'm reluctant to remove...

I take your point that it is a clean and sparse display. But I like round gauges and I would love an option for them on the Emira. I think there is a lot of unused space in the display. Today while driving my Emira I noted three areas with the + and nothing displayed. That space could be...

I’d like a set.

Since my Emira is indoors for the winter and I live 150 miles from the dealership, I decided to make my own rubber air con resistor pack water shield. I bought a 36" x 36" rubber sheet (1/16" thick). I made a template using the photo in post #314. Here's a pdf if you want to use it. You will...

Whoops, I should have looked first!

It’s curious that the link you posted says the same pads fit front and rear. They are obviously not the same with 6 piston calipers in front and 4 piston calipers in back. I hope these work out. When I bought the Redstuff’s I looked for the Hawk PCs but I could not find a match. The Redstuff...

Yes so far. I just screw it on until it’s snug. I’ve only been able to drive it once since I made it. It might need some Loctite in the future.

I have some 2" wood balls left from another project. After living with the stock metal knob, its rough edges and hot/cold, I decided to try to make my own. I have a black Alcantara/red stitch interior, so I made a red stain for the shift knob. The threaded insert came from a kit that includes...

Issue - clutch pedal clicks on release. Not a big deal, really just an annoyance. I'm wondering if anyone else has this issue. If yes, did you find a fix. I've been under the dash, but I didn't see anything obvious. Build date - January 2024 Delivery date - May 2024 Miles - 1500 mi...

I just painted my cover and I did not re-oil the gasket when I put the cover back on. I did not clean the gasket either, so whatever oil was on it remained. I did clean the underside of the supercharger cover, covered it with paper and taped it around the edges. Some thoughts on the crinkle...

Delivery 5/31. Build #1904. 1200 miles. V6 MT, touring suspension. Weather strip at the back edge of the front hood came loose. Double stick carpet tape fixed it. Bluetooth connects every time. No popping in speakers. I love it. Go find a FE and don't wait a year!!!!

I'm a bit disappointed with our dashboard displays. Besides a lot of empty unused space, I don't need a large number telling me what gear I'm in. I love to have a display with gauges with indicators, a bit traditional I know but I have always found that gauges tell me a lot at a glance. In...

What is the name of the UK company that supplies the Alcantara shift boots? I know it has been mentioned on the forum. I have tried several search terms, but I cannot find it.

The 3D map displays in 2D. It worked briefly the first time or two that I tried it, then it stopped and now it stays in 2D mode. Does anyone know how to reset the map or some other fix?

no, totally brake dust.

YIKES, OH SH#T! I torqued mine to 105 ft lbs. It didn’t seem high since that’s what Porsche and BMW use. Is there a way to check for damaged threads? Will there be damage? I’m 36% over the spec.

Same here.

I used mine to put on a set of EBC Redstuff pads. Hopefully less dust than the stock Ferodos.

Does anyone have a photo of the AC resistor cover? The TSB doesn’t really show what it looks like. I ask because mine was replaced before delivery. I asked the tech if he also installed the cover and he said it was already there. So either mine failed with the cover or I don’t have the cover...

Just did the first wash. I could have spent another couple hours cleaning some of the more obscure spots and removing leftover adhesive around the doors and on the wheels. I'm addicted, it is a blast to drive. The touring suspension is firmer than my 997, I think sport would be too much for...

I figured it out. I used a small screwdriver to pry the fob open a bit on the side with the embedded post (opposite the side with the emergency key). It spread the case enough that I could get the key ring over the post. It then easily snapped back together.

Hooray! We collected our Emira Friday evening. It's already dirty, so I'll post a few photos after I clean it. I'm trying to put the Emira key fob onto the keychain that Lotus sent. I see that there is an embedded post on the fob, but I don't see how to put the little ring on without...

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The brand of pads that Perfect Brakes and others carry is EBC. My son runs them on his Elise and they are popular with BMW owners. Regarding low dust pads, I have Akebono on my BMW and Hawk Performance Ceramic on my 911. Both are very low dust and great for street use. EBC offers Redstuff...

Thanks for the photos and your sage advice. Of course I’m anxious to get my car, but I want it to be right too. I just hope it’s days to fix. Not weeks or months!

I wondered about the panel too. It definitely looks to be sticking out a bit where it ends in a point. Could someone post a photo of their access panel for comparison? Thanks.

It could just need a little touch up paint, or it could need to be filled before painting. I'm 3 hours from the dealer, so I have to rely on the photo. Obviously filling the nick is a lot more time and effort.

I tried to include a photo, but it did not work. Trying again ...

My Emira arrived at Lotus of DC on Thursday. Yesterday I got an email telling me the car got damaged somewhere during its long trip from the factory to the dealer. The sales rep said they had contacted Lotus to find out how they want to handle the repair. They expect a response on Tuesday...

Waiting for a sunny day?

Sounds like you already have your answer based on prior experience.

Thanks for your replies. I'll get a couple photos the next time I use them to show what they are doing. The load is longitudinal - along the "frame rails" - lifting my 911.

Who makes the five spoke wheels that you switched to? I read your thread, sorry if I missed it. Beautiful mods, I have also been wondering about the back window side vents In body color. Do they get hot? Looking forward to your photos when you get them done in DV.