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Wow, I can't imagine driving on a road that required first gear. Even on the super slow "15 mph" corners (which are much faster than posted), I'd leave it second just to avoid two awkward shifts. There is enough low rpm torque in an SC car to avoid first gear.

Only time you'll ever need first is at a stop or ultra slow traffic. I still downshift to first while stopping with a quick double clutch. I guess I could wait until I'm stopped, not sure it makes much difference. I just like to be in gear in case I want to go immediately without needing to...

I don't think it's the supercharger, probably just the nature of the engine/throttle/ECU. The supercharger is controlled through a mechanical valve related to intake vacuum. When you blip, the vacuum drops and the valve opens the supercharger. The blip is so fast it will open the supercharger...

It's hard to do on most cars, including the Emira. If you double clutch it'll slide right into first. I also only use first when coming to a stop. Way too low for actual driving.

Exactly right. It's only needed on a downshift. Rev matching is the process of 1) clutch in and downshift, 2) blip throttle, 3) clutch out. If done correctly, you'll blip the rpm's slightly above what is needed for the next lower gear, then as the revs begin to fall you'll release the clutch...

No, I paid for them, I'll use every dang one of them! Seriously, though, the only time I skip a gear is if the rpm is low and I want to get power quickly. I might downshift directly from 6-4, or 5-3. On upshift I'll just pop through all the gears quickly. I'm sure it's ok to skip a gear...

I fully agree with Porter. I’ve owned tons of manuals and have never had a clutch wear out, even on my track cars. Take the time to learn to rev match well and down shifting through every gear will become a really enjoyable part of the whole experience. If you rev match there is no wear...

The paint changing trick has disappeared, so maybe ordering the V6 FE option is kaput. I noted in the Specs section where you can still see the V6 FE, the wording is "limited stock, check for availability", which would indicate no more can be ordered. The Base V6 is shown under specs but...

Works ok. Just select another color and it will magically appear. Might take a couple of times but it will bring up the V6.

It's still there. The configurator has some sort of display problem. Select a different color (may have to do a couple of times) and the V6 option will eventually come up.

I've had DWS 06 as my all season of choice on at least 6 vehicles. Limit is obviously a little lower than a summer tire, but they still stick regardless of temp and are very predictable if driving hard.

Do you have before and after lowering kit pics?

If I ever refer to any of my Lotus as a “baby supercar”, or “baby” anything for that matter, I agree to forfeit my membership in the Lotus owners club. YMMV

I won't disagree. I used to record laps with the g meter and that's often the case. On public roads I've found it be just the opposite. In the hilly twisties, I can repeatedly hit 1.1 with the Goodyears at slower speeds with no drama since it's easy to control a little slide. But no way...

Got your new Emira? Looking for some driving destinations? Want to do something really unique? I used to organize our local Lotus group drives and liked to have a theme for a drive whenever possible. In 2018 I put together a long drive through the some of the hilly areas in South Central...

Go out and drive your cars! After a few bug splats and dirt splashes you won't even notice the alignment. This has been a mental health public service announcement.

If your crossgate cable is disconnected, you will be stuck in 3-4 as you noted. You'll not be able to use 5-6, 1-2 or reverse. However, a disconnected crossgate cable would be super easy to move left / right but nothing would happen in the gearbox.. The fact that you can't move it to the left...

I suspect it's the same old situation that the Evora and Elise had since the radiator plenum releases air upwards. I had hoped the new outlet design wouldn't let as much hot air flow directly into the HVAC intake. But, it sure seems to!

Exactly! lol Does your non A/C air also get a lot hotter than the outside temp air after the car gets warm?

I used: https://a.co/d/fg5Xz7C 5 mins/seat and it looks great.

I don't mind most of the little quirks, I just get used to them. The one that is truly is an issue for me is fan temperature. If the outside temp is much over 70F, then after just a very few miles, the air coming out of the vents is way too warm regardless of temp setting. So, I either...

I saw these same wheels posted here: https://www.emiraforum.com/threads/what-did-you-do-to-your-emira-today.4043/post-137293 Looks so much different on your car!

My guess is has firmer engine mounts than the Camry.

Those look great. The champagne gold is very subtle. Do you have some pictures with those wheels in daylight?

I think it's normal. Mine does, sometimes worse than others. I either flip it to track to up the idle, or just give it a tiny bit of throttle. At 1k, there is 0 vibration.

I "think" i hear the same sound. Not the subwoofer "heartbeat" sound that others describe. It seems to mostly happen when I come to a stop. Almost like an expansion "pop" due to heat. It does it once, then that's it until I stop again.

OK, thanks!

Have you (or anyone) received their new-layout mats? The mats look like they can be ordered off their site, but I want to be sure they have the fitment sorted out.

I've seen a few pic of the Aerie wheels, and they look pretty good. I've got a Nimbus with silver wheels, but am considering getting a second set for winter with a different color. Has anybody mounted a set of Anthracite, satin black, or gunmetal gray wheels on a Nimbus? If so, would love...

I also wish the short push was one mph and long was 5. The only time I ever use cruise is on the interstate which is pretty boring driving so I don't find it too distracting. I normally just let it go with the 5. The ticket is going to be big either way.

One tap does 5mph. If you hold the button down it will do single mph.

Thanks! The Nimbus gets a lot of compliments. BTW I have the Goodyears and I"m pretty happy right now. I dropped 2 lbs from recommended pressure on all 4 corners (cold). I feel like the understeer lessened and the shoulders are still no where near rollover. I periodically checked the G...

If he's driving at moderate speed, I'm not sure it's understeer. You have to hit a corner pretty hard to induce understeer with the Emira. As an anecdotal point of reference, I was out on a very spirited group drive this weekend through some hilly twisties. I was leading and a 911 was...

That is incorrect for the Emira and every other car that I’ve owned with Homelink. Each button is individual and if one fails you can just program with another button. The only time a button #1 failure would be a problem is if you want to clear all the codes.

I think the important question is not how the nose looks, but how it’s actually responding. If the car is taking the corner at the same speed and you are not experiencing understeer, then it’s just a visual thing and you’ll get used to it.

^^This. I also rotate the nozzle straight up after removing. If there's a drip waiting, it'll run down the nozzle and you can get it away from the car before it actually drips. Never had a drop touch the car.

It's hit or miss depending on the pump handle at a particular station, but be sure you've inserted the nozzle all the way in to reduce the chance of it touching. But the best bet is just to keep a cloth handy or just hold the handle while pumping.

Here is a link to a thread that has mph and engine speed by gear. Just vary between 4, 5, and 6. You’ll easily do highway speed while shifting to change rpm. Thread 'Backroad Shift Points' https://www.emiraforum.com/threads/backroad-shift-points.4583/

Might be a minute late, but will try to join this time.