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Great catching up with a few new friends this morning. @mr.suntorytime thanks for letting me try out the seats. They looked good in pics, but looked and felt incredible in person. @Kaz Thanks for the letting me sample "the crack" that is your whip. BTW for the group that went, were there any...

Specifically, top left corner and sitting on top of the air filter. It actually has to be removed (unscrewed and set to the side really) to swap out the air filter.

Yeah, the Parking structure a 150 ft. away is the better staging area given we have more than 2-3 cars. Not cool to fill up the Shell station space unless we're all grabbing gas.

Perfect, looking forward to checking out the Tillets if you don't mind.

I don' think anyone is being a naysayer (i'm certainly not). People are simply calling out the details. Like I said, I'm rooting for anyone and everyone that can get this solved. I'm even rooting for the few that might get the older ecu clone. However, I'm also saying, people should...

Makes sense, but here's the problem. Superficially, going to an older ECU isn't ideal. Just think laptops or other electronics. There's a reason the technology evolves. I'm guessing running an older ECU, probably has a lot of unknowns (but maybe not...). Ideally, we'd want someone to...

The cloning approach is nothing new. This is how ECU's were being flashed for the Alfa 4C. and it was done very efficiently and with brand new "spare" ECU's. Multiple tuners just bought them in bulk and flashed them for commercial sale. @docron and @Kaz can all attest to this when we all had...

I ran Cup 2R's on my Carrera T and was shocked at the grip differential to the Porsche specific N1 variant which is already somewhat stickier than the standard Cup 2. As soon as I burn through my Cup 2's on my i4 , I'm definitely experimenting with the Cup 2R on the Emira. Especially on the i4...

It's closed Monday through Friday. There are a few of us going up this Saturday morning. Meeting point is 7AM at the Shell Station on ACH at the base by the freeway.

There are tons of owners in Charlotte per both Emira forum and LotusTalk. I'm guessing you need the car for a couple of days? Offer up a set of free rotors for all four corners. I guarantee you will get a taker. I would do it, but I'm in So Cal.

Even closer to me. I hit all the local mountains, I'm in Orange county.

Mt Palomar?

As always thanks @docron for the detailed pics and write-up. Definitely looks doable for a dork like me. There's no way the reciprocating saw is coming out for this one (See my exhaust install thread)!

So, I've picked up on a mild distinction here and perhaps a forum member can confirm or even @shinoo from InoKinetic. For a long time, everyone was referencing NItron UK and their development. But there is in fact a Nitron (USA unit) R&D shop in Murrietta CA. They just did what I believe is...

If anyone does this, let us know if it triggers any TPMS errors. Not sure if swapping from left to right would mess with the base measurements it uses as a reference. Just a thought...

Can you share how this was removed for painting or if you painted it in place, etc?

Hey, still better than the previous $900+ quote. Progress, is progress even if slow. BTW, I think the "norm"(for Lotus dealers) is somewhere around $500-$600.

Sounds like they wised up from the previously mentioned $950 which is good (meaning apparently they listen to feedback). Next time you are there, also ask them if they are still pushing the $1000 Doc./Admin. fee on new car sales. They should know their sales practices does impact their...

For @shinoo and @Kaz, the increase to 400 from the OE i4 Sport front sprint rate of 371, intuitively makes sense and would help turn-in for sure. However, the drop to 650 from the OE 800 spring rate "optically" (via the numeric value) seems soft. I know the rebound settings likely make up for...

Valid point that I know I certainly missed until you served it up on a platter for a speed reader like me (meaning I only read key words).

Could be, but I'm guessing the quicker shifts will make-up enough of the time such that they are equal in a worst case scenario.

It's absolutely the slowest and the reason is quite simple. This is essentially the same gearbox and engine from the Evora. Anyone that has followed this drivetrain lifecycle will know that the V6 IPS transmission was plagued with issues from overheating and just basic durability given its a...

Post some pics if you can of what was loose. Was it the top latch or bottom assembly?

I'm almost certain it's the same. It's the same giant looking canister in both Euro and US i4 cars per all of the exhaust swap posts people have shown. Also, just from a practical sense, I have to believe Lotus went with a 1 size fits all for all markets just from a cost perspective. If you...

Looking forward to hearing about the Nitrons. I smell another ACH early AM run soon.

That's exactly it. BTW, this isn't new.

I was going to refrain, but since someone else chimed in, I couldn't restrain myself. I live in so cal and literally called every dealer in the country when I was on the hunt. SLC is a dealer that still thinks there are people that will fall for the $1000 doc/admin fee. That's correct, ONE...

Maybe a variant with a diamond grip pattern similar to those on gun grips? Frankly, the design options are endless. I still think another hollow design style works as well.

At the end of the day, we have to be accountable for the actions we take. If we want to "fiddle" with our cars, know that there is a possibility that a warranty claim can be denied. Yes, you can cry, kick and scream about it, but why? A manufacturer, clearly states the terms of their...

Perspective indeed, the fact that you had to stray from the prescribed process and tweak to accommodate an easier install/removal, says it all. Don't get me wrong, for those of us that have quickjacks or a full blown lift, a nice full tool chest and time, it can certainly be done (throw in a...

Nothing easy about the i4 install. Multiple sources have confirmed the i4 (unlike the v6) is a royal pain in the @ss from an install perspective.

@silent cilantro Did you happen to weigh them upon arrival? Just the wheels alone? Curious how they stack up against the GRP and BSPK wheel weights that have been posted or advertised here.

The link allows you to select left or right side. So, it's definitely only 1 piece, meaning the price is double for both Left/Right. Also, it clearly states, "second-hand". So, definitely used.

and by "alternate multiverse" we mean @docron get on that. ;)

The whole i4 alternator thing really bugged me when Kaz alerted me to it. I've used Anti-Gravity for years in all cars. I'm bummed I can't leverage that easy weight savings in the I4. BTW, I think it has to do with the fact that it works with a mild hybrid version of the M139. Think F1 KERS...

BTW, there are cheaper versions, but they aren't automotive/exterior weather grade vinyl.

I bought this set off of Amazon. I wanted to try different sizes. You actually need two sets, as each set only comes with one of each size. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TVQ2C4N?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

To be clear, all posted pics were related to Evora GT exhausts. This may or may not make a difference. However, all Emira "v2" style to date have remained "in tact".

The draw comes from the 400 background operations that run when you cycle the car off. Next time you turn off the i4, listen and time how long the circulation pumps and other stuff run. It's crazy, like 30+ mins. Then, god forbid you open a door or trunk, it triggers a bunch of other...

That would look pretty cool, in a different color though. I just added Union Jacks on each side.