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| View Poll Results: What color should STL Motorsports order their Exige S 260 in? | |||
| Ardent Red |
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14 | 9.66% |
| British Racing Green |
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5 | 3.45% |
| Canyon Red |
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4 | 2.76% |
| Solar Yellow |
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10 | 6.90% |
| Persian Blue |
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7 | 4.83% |
| Liquid Blue |
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3 | 2.07% |
| Artic Silver |
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7 | 4.83% |
| Storm Titanium |
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12 | 8.28% |
| Starlight Black |
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2 | 1.38% |
| Chrome Orange |
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20 | 13.79% |
| Isotope Green |
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14 | 9.66% |
| Laser Blue |
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1 | 0.69% |
| Aspen White |
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8 | 5.52% |
| Graphite Gray |
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5 | 3.45% |
| Phantom Black |
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8 | 5.52% |
| Candy Red |
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1 | 0.69% |
| Ice White |
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7 | 4.83% |
| Burnt Orange |
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5 | 3.45% |
| Prism Green |
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4 | 2.76% |
| Moonstone Silver |
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8 | 5.52% |
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#201 (permalink) | |
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Seems like we have a couple design issues: - fuel starvation This seems very widely reported. Seems like a biggy. - rev limit? Are others dropping valves at high RPM on factory stock motors, or was this more of a fluke? Do we know this was definitely an RPM-induced thing? And a bonus... - oil starvation A Moroso pan seems like an easy add for a track pack, and Rob, I think your data shows a pan works just fine for most conditions, versus an accusump? Is it possible you have more precise and extensive data under varied conditions than Lotus does? Maybe they'd like to see your data? theob, yes, it'd be fabulous if you could get some feedback from Lotus on these items! These seem like relatively simple issues for Lotus to address, versus transmissions failing or something, and sound like they could make a huge difference.
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Theo,
Can't hurt, but I suspect Lotus are well aware of those issues. And for the record, I do love the S260 -- because I point out issues with the Lotus engine please don't read that as I don't like my car, or the S260, hell if the Evora S comes out I might even sell my S for one ![]() So I hope I'm not coming out as too negative on Lotus, I'm really just trying to point out a few issues that really could make this car better for all. As I've said before, I got no issues with the CYA warranty.
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'07 Exige S (Track Pack & LSD) + EFi 550ci injectors + Mahle 9:1 + DRS Port + SuperTech Valves + Weapon R Header + 2.9" pully + TODA Clutch + FF Engine Damper + RLS IC + Greddy catch cans + opened roof slot + RTD brace + Milled steering arms + Larini 8" + FF air intake + Moroso oil pan + Ultradisc 2 piece front/rear + Reverie 1650mm wing + ReVerie front splitter + IQ3 Dash + 4pt ASM + Pioneer AVIC-N2 nav + rear camera + RAC monolites 888s 195/225 + Lotus LSS Hoosier R6 205/225 @ 1921 lbs |
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My Cup 260 is here!
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Rob,
Since I've talked with them during my recent trip to the factory in mid-March, I know they're obviously aware of all of these issues. However, we'd like to have their recommendations about these "tracking" issues, and I think we're going to have some interesting replies! |
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2007 Exige S
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Theob,
Thanks for following up on this and putting in the effort. I'm certainly interested in their response as I have "real data" (data logging and video evidence and pictures) to back up my issues (which they are more than welcome to obtain from me if they so desire). As far as valve tips breaking -- has happened to many of the folks here on this forum (certainly the folks that track their cars). Also, if you look at the TSB history on the 2ZZ motor (from Toyota) it would indicate the 2ZZ rpm limit fluctuated over the span of the motors life (which is now no longer in active service) and finally ended at 7,800 rpm for the last year run. Rob.
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'07 Exige S (Track Pack & LSD) + EFi 550ci injectors + Mahle 9:1 + DRS Port + SuperTech Valves + Weapon R Header + 2.9" pully + TODA Clutch + FF Engine Damper + RLS IC + Greddy catch cans + opened roof slot + RTD brace + Milled steering arms + Larini 8" + FF air intake + Moroso oil pan + Ultradisc 2 piece front/rear + Reverie 1650mm wing + ReVerie front splitter + IQ3 Dash + 4pt ASM + Pioneer AVIC-N2 nav + rear camera + RAC monolites 888s 195/225 + Lotus LSS Hoosier R6 205/225 @ 1921 lbs Last edited by robains : 03-30-2009 at 08:01 AM. |
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I <3 chicken, I <3 liver
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you mean rev limiter kicked in at 7800 for the last year run?
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#206 (permalink) |
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2007 Exige S
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Yes for 2005 last year run it was 7800. I posted the changing rev limit of the 2ZZ over the entire life of it's usage in Toyota cars along with TSBs in another thread a few months ago.
2001 - 8400 2002 - 7800 2003 - 8400 (TSB on rocker shaft bolt) 2004 - 8400 2005 - 7800
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'07 Exige S (Track Pack & LSD) + EFi 550ci injectors + Mahle 9:1 + DRS Port + SuperTech Valves + Weapon R Header + 2.9" pully + TODA Clutch + FF Engine Damper + RLS IC + Greddy catch cans + opened roof slot + RTD brace + Milled steering arms + Larini 8" + FF air intake + Moroso oil pan + Ultradisc 2 piece front/rear + Reverie 1650mm wing + ReVerie front splitter + IQ3 Dash + 4pt ASM + Pioneer AVIC-N2 nav + rear camera + RAC monolites 888s 195/225 + Lotus LSS Hoosier R6 205/225 @ 1921 lbs |
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OKAY....Hold on to your coffee cup...she's here !
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() * * * * Buy me! You know you want me ! I will make you happy ! Buy me from Adrian Hill @ Lotus St. Louis 636-449-0000 today !* * * * Just email Adrian Hill at Lotus St. Louis and he will ship me to your garage within two working days ! >>> adrian@bentleystl.com ![]() Last edited by STL Motorsports : 04-02-2009 at 10:38 AM. |
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#210 (permalink) |
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2007 Exige S
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You can easily get 32 highway mpg with "normal" driving. Just and FYI, looks great.
Rob
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'07 Exige S (Track Pack & LSD) + EFi 550ci injectors + Mahle 9:1 + DRS Port + SuperTech Valves + Weapon R Header + 2.9" pully + TODA Clutch + FF Engine Damper + RLS IC + Greddy catch cans + opened roof slot + RTD brace + Milled steering arms + Larini 8" + FF air intake + Moroso oil pan + Ultradisc 2 piece front/rear + Reverie 1650mm wing + ReVerie front splitter + IQ3 Dash + 4pt ASM + Pioneer AVIC-N2 nav + rear camera + RAC monolites 888s 195/225 + Lotus LSS Hoosier R6 205/225 @ 1921 lbs |
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My Cup 260 is here!
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Adrian,
Thank you for temporarily easing my "pain" of waiting to get my own Exige Cup 260 early next month! Your car is fabulous and the pics you took showed us some very interesting details! ![]() ![]() |
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Nice pics!!
I have a CO coming this month!!! ![]()
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Prez: The K.G.B.
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Shame about the colour.
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Shame about the color !?!? well, I know colors are subjective , but.....
This thread started as a poll by which Lotus talk members chose the color ! You chose Chrome Orange by majority votes Lotus talk readers ....Now buy it ! It's a babe ! ![]() Oh well.... ! It will find a home soon. Lot's of interested parties...no trigger pullers as of this morning. P.S...I also have a Canyon Red 260 Sport available to me ( currently ducking waves on a boat about 1/2 way across the pond! ) and a Storm Titanium ( in production ) at the factory. These 3 will be it though....no more cars then. Cheers all ! Adrian Hill @ Lotus St. Louis ![]() adrian@bentleystl.com adoinfl@yahoo.com |
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I <3 chicken, I <3 liver
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damn that's nice.
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