Carbon fiber Exige Cup roof - Page 5 - LotusTalk

LBC111 · 07-16-2007, 05:36 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.

I am actually of the pool that likes color-matched parts. Unless the car was ALL-CF, I would want it painted. Nothing wrong with the black bits, but it's just not me.. I like monochromatic painting.

shay2nak · 07-16-2007, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by holmz

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.

what do you mean "by putting the skirt inside?"

The skirts are from Denag racing.

shay2nak · 07-16-2007, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by LBC111

I am actually of the pool that likes color-matched parts. Unless the car was ALL-CF, I would want it painted. Nothing wrong with the black bits, but it's just not me.. I like monochromatic painting.

oh really? i thought you liked the black pieces.

KingOfJericho · 07-17-2007, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

what do you mean "by putting the skirt inside?"

The skirts are from Denag racing.

I'm really surprised Sector111 is not offering something like this yet. Every time it comes up people have positive feedback.

LBC111 · 07-17-2007, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

I'm really surprised Sector111 is not offering something like this yet. Every time it comes up people have positive feedback.

THEY ARE WORKING ON IT!!

KingOfJericho · 07-17-2007, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by LBC111

THEY ARE WORKING ON IT!!

uhh... I was talking about the Denag skirts.

LBC111 · 07-17-2007, 05:41 PM

Oops.. Stand corrected.

shay2nak · 07-17-2007, 09:07 PM

British_Marques · 07-28-2007, 01:10 AM

Has anyone actually purchased one of these hardtops yet?

holmz · 07-28-2007, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

what do you mean "by putting the skirt inside?"

Get a woman in the car.
Which would provide additional downforce.

Nevermind - On second thought it probably costs more doing that, than putting the skirt on the outside.

shay2nak · 07-28-2007, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by holmz

Get a woman in the car.
Which would provide additional downforce.

Nevermind - On second thought it probably costs more doing that, than putting the skirt on the outside.

LOL I figured it had to do with something like that.

Yes, buying the CF skirt is a one time payment. Whereas the skirt costs less but comes with many, many payments.

killerz991 · 07-28-2007, 10:38 PM

Mike that is in one word GORGEOUS!

Ken Wright · 08-04-2007, 05:42 PM

What is the price for this roof in fiberglass that I can paint to match?

Thanks,

ken

Composites · 08-18-2007, 04:36 AM

It's been a touchy subject, included in the drama has been some crafty marketeering disguised as legal threats.

Best to just call me with your questions regarding this piece as I will no longer post here regarding this roof.

fireball111 · 08-22-2007, 12:49 PM

do you have a side profile of what the car lookd like with the cup roof on it

Thomasio · 09-25-2007, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fireball111

do you have a side profile of what the car lookd like with the cup roof on it

I'll post one shortly.

Thomas

shay2nak · 09-25-2007, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomasio

I'll post one shortly.

Thomas

you bought one?

I was quoted about $275 for all the rubber seals & gaskets for the hardtop from local dealer, by the way. From the looks of it, they're all self adhesive.

Bgwilly31 · 09-26-2007, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by exigeme

I would love one of these roofs however I cant justify spending 5k after seals
and shipping when I can get a brand-x CF roof for 2500.00 with shipping.

Whos brand-x and where can i find Brand-X info?

Does anybody else produce a CF roof for the Exige/s ?

Sector 111 been working on theirs for awhile now. Anyword?

Thomasio · 09-26-2007, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

you bought one?

I was quoted about $275 for all the rubber seals & gaskets for the hardtop from local dealer, by the way. From the looks of it, they're all self adhesive.

Yes, I'm quite pleased with it. I didn't buy the rubber seals, because I don't drive in the rain. The Lotus OEM front and rear top seals are self-adhesive "D" profile seals, simply cut-to-fit. I'm sure they can be found elsewhere, but I haven't searched. The side seals are the ones that seal against the top of the door glass. Without the seals, I have about a 1/4" gap between my door glass and the new top. I actually got caught in the rain on Friday for about 15 minutes, and didn't have any water come into the cabin.

There is some added wind noise without the seals.

Thomas

Bgwilly31 · 09-26-2007, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Thomasio

There is some added wind noise without the seals.

Thomas

i would go

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