S240 track pack need RTD brace? - LotusTalk

BadtZ · 10-21-2009, 07:31 PM

do S240 fully loaded including track package need the famous fix RTD brace for the rear links?

Savet · 10-21-2009, 09:09 PM

I believe the track pack includes a Lotus version of the brace, but from what I've read it's not as robust as the RTD variant. I'm sure someone will chime in with a more technical explanation, or point out if I'm wrong

ads_green · 10-22-2009, 12:56 AM

It does have a brace and the only difference is that it's not anchored in the middle near the engine mount - it just links the two rear suspension mounting points together. This is standard on the 211 and works with slicks so I don't think it's worth swapping out.

BadtZ · 10-22-2009, 07:03 PM

alright cool! basically now I need to fix fuel starve and engine mounts only now

Thanks Guys

38bfast · 10-22-2009, 07:23 PM

and the oil starvation.

apk919 · 10-22-2009, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 38bfast

and the oil starvation.

+1

BadtZ · 10-22-2009, 07:43 PM

oh crap and the oil....DO LOTUS KNOWS ABOUT THESE SH*TS?!

apk919 · 10-22-2009, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BadtZ

oh crap and the oil....DO LOTUS KNOWS ABOUT THESE SH*TS?!

Lotus is quite aware of the oil starvation problem... their solution is to install an Accusump on all their dedicated track cars.

Most of us who track our cars go with a baffled oil pan.

ACE51 · 10-22-2009, 07:46 PM

^^ those DBW pedals are awesome aren't they! I bought 3 sets (for different cars) from SRP (the supplier to S111) they make h&t easy as pie.

jmiesse · 10-22-2009, 07:55 PM

and the fuel starvation.

mgreenbl · 10-22-2009, 08:10 PM

and the lost power from heat soak...Andy can chime in on this!!

Mark

apk919 · 10-22-2009, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mgreenbl

and the lost power from heat soak...Andy can chime in on this!!

Mark

True, but it's not a safety/reliability issue, just a performance issue...

shinoo · 10-23-2009, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by BadtZ

do S240 fully loaded including track package need the famous fix RTD brace for the rear links?

You should be fine with the factory brace. Check the stock rod ends as they do become loose over time - but they usually cover them under warranty.

Our baffled oil pan is almost ready for release. You'll also want to check out our new Catch Cans. Easy install and removal when you need to drain 'em. Both will be ready by Thanksgiving.

Fuel starvation can covered by either keeping the tank fairly full or our V2tank. The V2tank has been run down - in race conditions - to 1 gallon of fuel with safe fuel pressures. We have the data to prove it.

DPM · 10-23-2009, 07:34 AM

I'd go with Sector111 RTD over the factory one. I saw a 2Eleven last week with a broken one, guess what he replaced it with? Sector111

BadtZ · 10-24-2009, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ACE51

^^ those DBW pedals are awesome aren't they! I bought 3 sets (for different cars) from SRP (the supplier to S111) they make h&t easy as pie.

Talking to my Pedals? Yes they are awesome! got lots of pedal grip on them because of their surface finish and I dont think I can HT on any other cars now

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Originally Posted by shinoo

You should be fine with the factory brace. Check the stock rod ends as they do become loose over time - but they usually cover them under warranty......

Right now my lotus is still street driver, but I rmb reading somewhere even a full tank of fuel wont safe you in the track?

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Originally Posted by DPM

I'd go with Sector111 RTD over the factory one. I saw a 2Eleven last week with a broken one, guess what he replaced it with? Sector111

hmmmmmm Ill just check them frequently and wait till they break then

DPM · 10-24-2009, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by BadtZ

Talking to my Pedals? Yes they are awesome! got lots of pedal grip on them because of their surface finish and I dont think I can HT on any other cars now

Right now my lotus is still street driver, but I rmb reading somewhere even a full tank of fuel wont safe you in the track?

hmmmmmm Ill just check them frequently and wait till they break then

When it spontaneously breaks be prepared to replace a lot more parts,(half shafts, rear clam to name a few). You'll have no idea when it is going to happen, it just goes.....

10-21-2009, 07:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
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BadtZ Exige S240 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 123	alright cool! basically now I need to fix fuel starve and engine mounts only now Thanks Guys __________________ Larini 6" Sport, DBW Pedals...and minor stuff So far so good

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38bfast Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Macomb MI Posts: 180	and the oil starvation. __________________ Ralph Provitz 2008 WHRRI SM Champion 2008 WHRRI Top 10 Driver 2006 Exige V2 Motorsports

10-22-2009, 07:43 PM	#7 (permalink)
BadtZ Exige S240 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 123	oh crap and the oil....DO LOTUS KNOWS ABOUT THESE SH*TS?! __________________ Larini 6" Sport, DBW Pedals...and minor stuff So far so good

10-22-2009, 07:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
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10-21-2009, 09:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
Savet Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Statesville, NC Posts: 66	I believe the track pack includes a Lotus version of the brace, but from what I've read it's not as robust as the RTD variant. I'm sure someone will chime in with a more technical explanation, or point out if I'm wrong

10-22-2009, 12:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
ads_green Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 356	It does have a brace and the only difference is that it's not anchored in the middle near the engine mount - it just links the two rear suspension mounting points together. This is standard on the 211 and works with slicks so I don't think it's worth swapping out.

10-22-2009, 07:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
jmiesse Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 565	and the fuel starvation. __________________ 05 AS Elise. Tour and Sport Pack. Hard Top.Stage II Exhaust, Sport ecu, Pagid RS 4-2s,Toyo R888's, Shifter Matrix brace, Micro Mirror

10-22-2009, 08:10 PM	#11 (permalink)
mgreenbl Metallic Rattle 4ever Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake Arrowhead, CA Posts: 282	and the lost power from heat soak...Andy can chime in on this!! Mark __________________ former Porsche lover

10-23-2009, 07:34 AM	#14 (permalink)
DPM Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 702	I'd go with Sector111 RTD over the factory one. I saw a 2Eleven last week with a broken one, guess what he replaced it with? Sector111 __________________ 2006 Diasio D962R Arancio Borealis SOLD: 05 Elise, Benetec Carbon Fiber full body & rear wing, FF 275 turbo kit , Ikeya sequential shifter, Ohlins coilovers, Porterfield R-4, Sector 111 RTD brace & HNT pad, Yokohama A048, Caterham seats, Simpson 5 point belts, Moroso oil pan, Sector 111 Boomerang, AutoMeter CF Oil Pres-Boost-Vac gauges. No AC, heat, airbags. 1619 pounds "wet"

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