Carbon fiber Exige Cup roof - Page 4 - LotusTalk

holmz · 07-07-2007, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tonykomo

you could fit a charge cooler for less than the cost of the roof. this roof is bling, nothing else.

+1

Looks like we speak the same language...

maz · 07-07-2007, 08:39 AM

if my experience is any barometer, there is probably a 900% markup as soon as it hits the FVMC parts department. They are shameless.

intofx · 07-07-2007, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by holmz

+1

Looks like we speak the same language...

Yeah... that's so expensive that I put it in the catagory of more money than brains. It's roughly 10% of the cost of a used exige! At $1500 it's worth consideration but at $4500 it's a used honda civic...

Matt

charliex · 07-07-2007, 01:28 PM

I don't see how attaching a used honda civic to the exige will help performance any ?

codymac · 07-07-2007, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by charliex

I don't see how attaching a used honda civic to the exige will help performance any ?

Not the whole Civic, silly - just the K20A thingy from under the hood.

alexandertg4 · 07-07-2007, 04:40 PM

Honda civic didn't have a K20. That would be RSX or Integra(in japan)

ZJChaser · 07-07-2007, 05:17 PM

I got a question about the scoop being that far forward... Is there no issue with the huge amounts of hot air from the radiator going straight into that scoop.

It was scorching at the track today and while putsing around the pits I reached my hand out, around to the windshield and felt the hot air and there is tons of VERY hot air that flows straight up the windshield and then maybe right into that scoop? Wouldn't that not be terribly efficient for the IC intake.

codymac · 07-07-2007, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by alexandertg4

Honda civic didn't have a K20. That would be RSX or Integra(in japan)

Really?

Funny that's not what Honda says:
http://www.honda.co.jp/CIVICTYPE-R/webcatalog/engine/

holmz · 07-07-2007, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by charliex

I don't see how attaching a used honda civic to the exige will help performance any ?

You would attach the civic to the front with the trailer underneath the Exige.
Then run R compound which would help the performance.

intofx · 07-07-2007, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by holmz

You would attach the civic to the front with the trailer underneath the Exige.
Then run R compound which would help the performance.

We have a winner...

Yeti · 07-08-2007, 05:51 AM

What does a stock Exige roof cost?

Thomasio · 07-09-2007, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by maz

if my experience is any barometer, there is probably a 900% markup as soon as it hits the FVMC parts department. They are shameless.

I can only assume that you are kidding... the FVMC parts guys are super helpful, and their markup isn't out of the ordinary.

This isn't meant as a jab, but maybe you are used to Chevy part prices? Remember, our cars are very limited production so the design and manufacturing costs are only divided by a limited # of cars... this results in higher prices, mostly from the manufacturer (Lotus), not FVMC.

Those guys are solid people, be fair now...

Thomas

holmz · 07-09-2007, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomasio

I can only assume that you are kidding... the FVMC parts guys are super helpful, and their markup isn't out of the ordinary.

This isn't meant as a jab, but maybe you are used to Chevy part prices? Remember, our cars are very limited production so the design and manufacturing costs are only divided by a limited # of cars... this results in higher prices, mostly from the manufacturer (Lotus), not FVMC.

Those guys are solid people, be fair now...

Thomas

Similar roof systems are supposedly ~2500 , and that includes mark-up.
Admittidly I haven't looked closely as I have a soft top, but they are supposedly in 2 parts (inner-outer), and are complicated.
I am not saying FVMC is shameless... But for 4500 that would cover some instruction and/or a set of r-compounds, which would help performance.
On the road the top would look great - but would it help performance?
Between 0 and 70, it isn't likely.
The shameless part would be to chuck 4500 away, thinking it is doing more than just looking (which it does a great job of).

vyuen · 07-12-2007, 05:34 PM

It would make sense if you're racing and you want to lower the CG of the car..but for normal fellas it could be a tad too much

holmz · 07-13-2007, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by vyuen

It would make sense if you're racing and you want to lower the CG of the car..but for normal fellas it could be a tad too much

Ripping out the A/C and passanger seat would make sense weight wise.
Weight wise the soft top is also light.
(But the top sure looks nice...)

LBC111 · 07-16-2007, 11:01 AM

Something else to consider:

Any exterior mod on my car is going to have to be color-matched. Ain't gonna drive around with a $5K roof that looks unfinished. So add on an extra $1000?? Now we're talking possibly over $6000 for a cf Cup roof!!!!

Sorry, but I think I'll wait.

Chili Red · 07-16-2007, 12:07 PM

I could care less if the top was made from CF or Fiberglass. I just want the looks and the extra cooling. 5K is just more than Im willing to spend for mostly looks. The roof does look nice though.

KingOfJericho · 07-16-2007, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Chili Red

I could care less if the top was made from CF or Fiberglass. I just want the looks and the extra cooling. 5K is just more than Im willing to spend for mostly looks. The roof does look nice though.

I am with you here... If it saves 10lbs I'd be shocked. I'm pretty shocked that noone has stepped up to have a fiberglass roof built. If it's good enough for the Cup 255, it's good enough for our needs while not costing 3X what it should.

shay2nak · 07-16-2007, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by LBC111

Something else to consider:

Any exterior mod on my car is going to have to be color-matched. Ain't gonna drive around with a $5K roof that looks unfinished. So add on an extra $1000?? Now we're talking possibly over $6000 for a cf Cup roof!!!!

Sorry, but I think I'll wait.

you don't have to get it painted right away. In fact, it might look really good only clearcoated with our cars being GG. It might blend in really well. Especially if you get the CF side intakes, rear wing, splitter, diffuser and skirts.

holmz · 07-16-2007, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

you don't have to get it painted right away. In fact, it might look really good only clearcoated with our cars being GG. It might blend in really well. Especially if you get the CF side intakes, rear wing, splitter, diffuser and skirts.

Agree with the above...
The last thing I would do is paint it (would clear it with a UV blocker though).

shay2nak>
You could save some money by putting the skirt inside...
On second though - that is a really expensive option.
Any links on the skirts (or are you refering to the cantrell) - not sure if I like that ook - but interested in seeing it.

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ZJChaser Blue Wheel Pimp Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,851	I got a question about the scoop being that far forward... Is there no issue with the huge amounts of hot air from the radiator going straight into that scoop. It was scorching at the track today and while putsing around the pits I reached my hand out, around to the windshield and felt the hot air and there is tons of VERY hot air that flows straight up the windshield and then maybe right into that scoop? Wouldn't that not be terribly efficient for the IC intake. __________________ AJ - Akua Solutions - #128 Lotus Exige - JRZ Suspension - Innovative Mounts - Toyo Tires - TW Research Development

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LBC111 Dan D Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 1,409	Something else to consider: Any exterior mod on my car is going to have to be color-matched. Ain't gonna drive around with a $5K roof that looks unfinished. So add on an extra $1000?? Now we're talking possibly over $6000 for a cf Cup roof!!!! Sorry, but I think I'll wait. __________________ 07 Exige S 265: GG, Track Pack, V1, RV Camera, S111 CF roof and splitter, 4.5-lb Voltphreaks battery, 10-lb Von Hep Exhaust, Green filter, 265 crank hp +/-, Volk TE 37 Wheels, RTDbrace, Scroth 6-point ASM harnesses, Innovative Motor Mounts, Saiku Michi Catch Cans. To come: IC fans, headers, and sport cat. 1955 lbs total weight (est w/tank half full) 05 Elise: Storm Titanium, Sport, Touring, Stage II (SOLD) (May '05 - Sept '06)

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Chili Red Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 2,204	I could care less if the top was made from CF or Fiberglass. I just want the looks and the extra cooling. 5K is just more than Im willing to spend for mostly looks. The roof does look nice though. __________________ 2007 Exige S - Chili Red 2009 Mini Cooper S - Chili Red Gotham 265, Nitron Sport Pro, Moroso oil pan, RTVBrace, Volk CE28N/R888, Cup Wheels/A048, 2Bular Ultra 4", Rapfix II w/ Sparco P300, S111 CF Splitter, Ultradiscs, Pagid RS42, V-Force Harness Bar, Schroth PROFI II, Fire Extinguisher, Folding Tow Hook, Odyssey PC680, re-ENFORCER, LLumar 30% tint, Traqmate, DashDAQ, Chasecam, Alpine IVA-D100 w/ Backup Camera.

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