Eyelise's TVS install - LotusTalk

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 12:43 PM

I'll be posting updates on the progress of my TVS install. I also plan to do a clutch, engine mounts and the fuel surge tank. Any thoughts or comments are welcome. I have limited experience so keep that in mind as I progress.

fast+forward · 05-03-2009, 12:59 PM

Are you using a reflashed ecu for engine management?

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 02:36 PM

nope,

I decided to go with the EFI. I wanted the ability to adjust the base tune as I further modify my engine. I don't plan to "open" the engine this year but likely will do valves/springs/pistons/and a charge cooler in the future. I just don't see how a flash would do. I also have a CAI (turbo XS) and Larini exhaust. I might straight pipe the cat for the track this summer. How the heck can a flash account for all that?

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Originally Posted by fast+forward

Are you using a reflashed ecu for engine management?

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 02:42 PM

OK,

Yesterday evening

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 02:44 PM

removed interior last night

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 02:45 PM

Did the clam this morning!!!!!!

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 02:54 PM

BTW,

Phil's directions are great. My perspective is definitely one of a less experienced mechanic (I do learn fast though). I'm making notes along the way and will pass them along to Phil. I also have the Lotus manual (downloaded) as a back-up.

E.D. · 05-03-2009, 02:58 PM

good luck!

apk919 · 05-03-2009, 03:06 PM

I noticed that you have a jack holding up the car at jacking point "A" (at the end of the chassis rail). You're making me nervous, that's dangerously close to the CG of the car... (even though you've got the clam and the rear wheels off).

zygotesoup · 05-03-2009, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by apk919

I noticed that you have a jack holding up the car at jacking point "A" (at the end of the chassis rail). You're making me nervous, that's dangerously close to the CG of the car... (even though you've got the clam and the rear wheels off).

i was thinking the same thing.

toedrag · 05-03-2009, 04:01 PM

subscribed!

very excited for you. good luck.

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 04:13 PM

Tx,

I'll move it back a bit more. I have to go buy a couple of hockey pucks.

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Originally Posted by apk919

I noticed that you have a jack holding up the car at jacking point "A" (at the end of the chassis rail). You're making me nervous, that's dangerously close to the CG of the car... (even though you've got the clam and the rear wheels off).

apk919 · 05-03-2009, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Eyelise

Tx,

I'll move it back a bit more. I have to go buy a couple of hockey pucks.

Cool, just in case you haven't seen this:

Eyelise · 05-03-2009, 07:34 PM

tx,

I'll have to locate C and reposition. Lotus should have put a blue sticky there too.

I have moveable crossmembers for the lift so it will be even easier.

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Originally Posted by apk919

Cool, just in case you haven't seen this:

Sh4rkattk · 05-03-2009, 09:09 PM

Points C are along the rear of the shear panel with the holes in it. Points D is the rear subframe. Either are perfect for holding the rear up.

Points A are not meant to be used long term, short usage to release the under panels or change tires is the longest i will ever use A for.

Dave · 05-04-2009, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Eyelise

BTW,

Phil's directions are great.

They really are easy to understand. You're going to love the TVS setup, it's amazing power. Happy to help out too via phone or PM. Best of luck with the install!

MaineLotus · 05-04-2009, 07:39 AM

Position D (rear subframe) is a good place for a jackstand, particularly if you're going to be under the car. Since it's on the gavanized steel frame, no hockey pucks are required.

darkSol · 05-04-2009, 09:28 AM

I was offering "TVS test flights" yesterday at our mini KC GTG to some of the guys.

They all seemed to have bigass grins on their faces when they got back

It's an entirely different car... seriously!

NSR · 05-04-2009, 09:47 AM

Except for me, the idiot who kept stalling your car, no grin in the beginning..
That is the shortest clutch I have ever driven!
Thanks for the drive Dave, crazy power!!
I loved it but Phil's neighbors, not so much....

Jae

Uncle Sam · 05-04-2009, 09:49 AM

Yo! I thought this thread was going to explain how to install televisions in my Elise.

05-03-2009, 12:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Eyelise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mass Posts: 1,129	Eyelise's TVS install I'll be posting updates on the progress of my TVS install. I also plan to do a clutch, engine mounts and the fuel surge tank. Any thoughts or comments are welcome. I have limited experience so keep that in mind as I progress.

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Eyelise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mass Posts: 1,129	OK, Yesterday evening Attached Images

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Eyelise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mass Posts: 1,129	removed interior last night Attached Images

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Eyelise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mass Posts: 1,129	Did the clam this morning!!!!!! Attached Images

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E.D. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 715	good luck! __________________ Enrico '06 Laser Blue/Magnolia Lotus Elise * BOE TVS SC * EFI * Lots of other things '07 Graphite Grey/Tan BMW 335i w/JB3 tune, Helix IC and BMS DCI

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fast+forward Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 215	Are you using a reflashed ecu for engine management?

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Eyelise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mass Posts: 1,129	BTW, Phil's directions are great. My perspective is definitely one of a less experienced mechanic (I do learn fast though). I'm making notes along the way and will pass them along to Phil. I also have the Lotus manual (downloaded) as a back-up.

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apk919 User Restricted By ΑDMIΝ Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Limbo Posts: 6,280 Images: 20	I noticed that you have a jack holding up the car at jacking point "A" (at the end of the chassis rail). You're making me nervous, that's dangerously close to the CG of the car... (even though you've got the clam and the rear wheels off). __________________ * 2009 Lotus Challenge Series Rookie Of The Year * (Thanks Jim, Tom, Jack, Rob & Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch!) My videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/apk919

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toedrag Crunchy Smurf Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 254 Images: 25	subscribed! very excited for you. good luck. __________________ 2006 Laser Blue Elise -aka, Blue Lightning 2.0, The Little Blue Car, my automobile soul mate

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Sh4rkattk A pound at a time. Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: LA SFV Posts: 559	Points C are along the rear of the shear panel with the holes in it. Points D is the rear subframe. Either are perfect for holding the rear up. Points A are not meant to be used long term, short usage to release the under panels or change tires is the longest i will ever use A for. __________________ 07 Exige S - PhB., TP, TP, LSD, S111 Rear Panel Delete, 2Bular De-Cat, 2Bular 8x24 Burnt GT3, Custom AEM Intake, 6k HID's, Schroth 4pt ASM Harnesses, Milled Steering Arms, Bronze Volk TE37 w/ RE-01R's, Carbon Craftsquare Mirrors, Carbon Front Lip, Benetec Dry Carbon Undertray/Diffuser

05-04-2009, 07:39 AM	#17 (permalink)
MaineLotus Parts scattered about... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 1,380	Position D (rear subframe) is a good place for a jackstand, particularly if you're going to be under the car. Since it's on the gavanized steel frame, no hockey pucks are required. __________________ My car is modified.

05-04-2009, 09:28 AM	#18 (permalink)
darkSol Meow!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,576	I was offering "TVS test flights" yesterday at our mini KC GTG to some of the guys. They all seemed to have bigass grins on their faces when they got back It's an entirely different car... seriously! __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com TVS Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 286whp, 1781lbs. Lotus cars aren't made, they're hand built from dreams. If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before.

05-04-2009, 09:47 AM	#19 (permalink)
NSR Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 165	Except for me, the idiot who kept stalling your car, no grin in the beginning.. That is the shortest clutch I have ever driven! Thanks for the drive Dave, crazy power!! I loved it but Phil's neighbors, not so much.... Jae

05-04-2009, 09:49 AM	#20 (permalink)
Uncle Sam #14 Sport Elise Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Rockville, Maryland Posts: 860 Images: 2	Yo! I thought this thread was going to explain how to install televisions in my Elise.

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