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kestrel74 · 10-11-2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Bender Rodríguez

I think it will look great with a fine black mesh over the whole thing!

Get in touch with Brian ( Shadowhusky ) he did all his mesh by himself !...

Bender Rodríguez · 10-11-2009, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by kestrel74

Get in touch with Brian ( Shadowhusky ) he did all his mesh by himself !...

Yeah I shot him a pm, maybe I can bribe him to come by and help if buy some beer.

shadowhusky · 10-12-2009, 03:03 AM

I think that would look great if you covered the entire opening with mesh, unfortunately the place the I bought my stuff thru, Customcargrilles.com, only sell it in specific sizes. The biggest sheet they have is 12" x 48"

You would have to get it from someplace that handle larger sheets. I was originally going to go thru this company. McNICHOLS offers a full line of metal and fiberglass products primarily with holes in them. Products include perforated metal, grating, flooring, wire mesh, expanded metal, structural shapes, stair treads, ladder rungs, handrail components, trench dr I never got around to actually contacting them since the other stuff worked for me. They did have a good selection of choose from.

Everything on my car is powedcoated aluminum.

If you need a hand, I could probably swing by or you could take a ride way out to my house and we could mess with it there one weekend, if it it kind of chilly I do have heat in my garage. Either way I think you might want to put some sort of support piece from the front to the rear that has just a slight arch to it to give it a little better look and to stop it front sagging into the engine compartment. Even just maybe some round 1/4" aluminum stock would be good underneath the mesh for support

MaineLotus · 10-12-2009, 04:47 AM

Email Customcargrilles, they will cut a larger piece if you request it. Your rear engine cover looks like mine. Mine has a clear louvered panel in the center instead of mesh.

Couple pictures of the engine lid frame and the clear panel being cut on a waterjet.

shadowhusky · 10-12-2009, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MaineLotus

Email Customcargrilles, they will cut a larger piece if you request it. Your rear engine cover looks like mine. Mine has a clear louvered panel in the center instead of mesh.

Couple pictures of the engine lid frame and the clear panel being cut on a waterjet.

You need to post a pic of the that when it is all put together. I think it will look sharp.

Bender Rodríguez · 10-12-2009, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by shadowhusky

You need to post a pic of the that when it is all put together. I think it will look sharp.

Yeah that does look sharp. I see the gasket around the cutout portion of the lid will that hold the clear panel in place?

MaineLotus · 10-12-2009, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Bender Rodríguez

Yeah that does look sharp. I see the gasket around the cutout portion of the lid will that hold the clear panel in place?

The black gasket is just a trim piece. There is a frame that holds the clear panel in the engine lid.

GetBoost · 10-12-2009, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MaineLotus

The black gasket is just a trim piece. There is a frame that holds the clear panel in the engine lid.

Is the clear panel acrylic or lexan? How would that hold up to heat, especially with a turbo? I had intended something similar on a different turbo car, but it wouldn't handle the heat. Was thinking a mesh would be better suited.

Bender Rodríguez · 10-13-2009, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by GetBoost

Is the clear panel acrylic or lexan? How would that hold up to heat, especially with a turbo? I had intended something similar on a different turbo car, but it wouldn't handle the heat. Was thinking a mesh would be better suited.

I was going mesh for that reason (Improved air flow). Managing the heat is tuff.

MaineLotus · 10-13-2009, 10:33 AM

It's acrylic, which has a slightly lower resistance to temperature than Lexan (Lexan@275 vs Acrylic@230). I prefer Lexan, but it scratches very easily. We'll see how it holds up - there is a center carbon fiber shaft that runs the length of the panel for support. Also, the louvers add structure to the panel, stiffens it up quite a bit. I have a LOT of cooling and airflow and don't think it will be a problem, will see though.

Bender Rodríguez · 10-15-2009, 07:07 PM

Forgot to post this, first decent tune up to ~ 340whp

Well it won't let me upload a map but if anyone wants a copy of my Hydra map just PM me w/ your email address.

Demonized · 10-15-2009, 08:01 PM

Great news!

I'm a sissy so I'm waiting for VF to make a kit for me -_o

Bender Rodríguez · 10-20-2009, 05:52 AM

So here is the new turbo vs. the old. I meant to upgrade it a while ago it was a piece of junk I had just to get the car going.

kestrel74 · 10-20-2009, 06:00 AM

Well, it's shinier !!

shadowhusky · 10-20-2009, 06:08 AM

I really want to drive it again, now that it is tuned better.

kestrel74 · 10-20-2009, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by shadowhusky

I really want to drive it again, now that it is tuned better.

Remember: it's drag limited to ONLY 150 !

Bender Rodríguez · 10-20-2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by shadowhusky

I really want to drive it again, now that it is tuned better.

Come by and drive anytime. I like getting to tune and watch/ log data.

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Originally Posted by kestrel74

Remember: it's drag limited to ONLY 150 !

You guys want to come up to monkeywrench when I dyno again?

gpheck · 10-20-2009, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Bender Rodríguez

To remove the tank Fist disconnect the fuel supply line from the sending unit via the access door behind the driver seat, and from above the car also unhook the vent line and fill tube from the tank. Underneath there are two shields to take down. The first aero shield with (6) bolts with an 8mm head size. After the shield is off take the throttle cable and disconnect it from the throttle body. Next disconnect the shifter cables from the trans and remove the quick attachments to there bracket. Underneath the vehicle you will need to disconnect the parking brake cable from the Y attachment that splits it to the left and right rear wheel. The 2<SUP>nd</SUP> piece of sheet metal is like a grate above the aero shield has several bolts about 12 consisting of 13mm, 10mm and 17mm head fasteners. You will need a 13mm, and 17mm wrench for the rear most bolts. Once the last piece is off, Then your actually at the tank itself secured by (6) bolts 4 13mm, and 2 10mm head. Getting the fuel pump sending unit out was kind of tricky it’s a real snug fit I kept rotating back and forth for about 10 min before it came free. Hope this was some help to anyone else

wow I love the power distribution block.. who makes that?

kestrel74 · 10-20-2009, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Bender Rodríguez

You guys want to come up to monkeywrench when I dyno again?

I'm not allowed in there, because "everything they do is TOP SECRET"....yep they said that.

shadowhusky · 10-21-2009, 02:57 AM

I would like to take a run up there when you go again. It will have to be on the weekend however. I dont know their hours or when you planned on going. Just shoot me a PM or give me a call and hopefully I wont have anything going on then.

10-12-2009, 03:03 AM	#143 (permalink)
shadowhusky Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East China, Michigan Posts: 344	I think that would look great if you covered the entire opening with mesh, unfortunately the place the I bought my stuff thru, Customcargrilles.com, only sell it in specific sizes. The biggest sheet they have is 12" x 48" You would have to get it from someplace that handle larger sheets. I was originally going to go thru this company. McNICHOLS offers a full line of metal and fiberglass products primarily with holes in them. Products include perforated metal, grating, flooring, wire mesh, expanded metal, structural shapes, stair treads, ladder rungs, handrail components, trench dr I never got around to actually contacting them since the other stuff worked for me. They did have a good selection of choose from. Everything on my car is powedcoated aluminum. If you need a hand, I could probably swing by or you could take a ride way out to my house and we could mess with it there one weekend, if it it kind of chilly I do have heat in my garage. Either way I think you might want to put some sort of support piece from the front to the rear that has just a slight arch to it to give it a little better look and to stop it front sagging into the engine compartment. Even just maybe some round 1/4" aluminum stock would be good underneath the mesh for support __________________ 2005 Elise, Aubergine, Touring Pack, Sport Pack, Hardtop, Quicksilver Exhaust, Cup Air Box, Tilting Clam, Mesh Grills all around - ( fabricated, not purchased ) 55w 6000k HID's, Painted Engine Covers, Center Console, A/C Surround, Polished Shifter Arm, Ball,and E-Brake Handle, Multivex Mirrors. 2008 Jeep Liberty, Jeep Green Metallic 2002 VW Jetta TDI, Metallic Blue, Daily Driver, 155,000 miles and going strong

10-12-2009, 04:47 AM	#144 (permalink)
MaineLotus Parts scattered about... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 1,385	Email Customcargrilles, they will cut a larger piece if you request it. Your rear engine cover looks like mine. Mine has a clear louvered panel in the center instead of mesh. Couple pictures of the engine lid frame and the clear panel being cut on a waterjet. Attached Images __________________ My car is modified.

10-13-2009, 10:33 AM	#150 (permalink)
MaineLotus Parts scattered about... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 1,385	It's acrylic, which has a slightly lower resistance to temperature than Lexan (Lexan@275 vs Acrylic@230). I prefer Lexan, but it scratches very easily. We'll see how it holds up - there is a center carbon fiber shaft that runs the length of the panel for support. Also, the louvers add structure to the panel, stiffens it up quite a bit. I have a LOT of cooling and airflow and don't think it will be a problem, will see though. __________________ My car is modified. Last edited by MaineLotus : 10-13-2009 at 10:39 AM.

10-15-2009, 07:07 PM	#151 (permalink)
Bender Rodríguez Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 356	Forgot to post this, first decent tune up to ~ 340whp Well it won't let me upload a map but if anyone wants a copy of my Hydra map just PM me w/ your email address. __________________ www.thompsonracingfabrication.com Compressor Map xls http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f160...mapping-76110/ Roll Center xls http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f91/roll-centers-76108/ 1891lbs ???Whp Tq

10-15-2009, 08:01 PM	#152 (permalink)
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10-20-2009, 05:52 AM	#153 (permalink)
Bender Rodríguez Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 356	So here is the new turbo vs. the old. I meant to upgrade it a while ago it was a piece of junk I had just to get the car going. Attached Images __________________ www.thompsonracingfabrication.com Compressor Map xls http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f160...mapping-76110/ Roll Center xls http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f91/roll-centers-76108/ 1891lbs ???Whp Tq

10-20-2009, 06:00 AM	#154 (permalink)
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10-20-2009, 06:08 AM	#155 (permalink)
shadowhusky Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East China, Michigan Posts: 344	I really want to drive it again, now that it is tuned better. __________________ 2005 Elise, Aubergine, Touring Pack, Sport Pack, Hardtop, Quicksilver Exhaust, Cup Air Box, Tilting Clam, Mesh Grills all around - ( fabricated, not purchased ) 55w 6000k HID's, Painted Engine Covers, Center Console, A/C Surround, Polished Shifter Arm, Ball,and E-Brake Handle, Multivex Mirrors. 2008 Jeep Liberty, Jeep Green Metallic 2002 VW Jetta TDI, Metallic Blue, Daily Driver, 155,000 miles and going strong

10-21-2009, 02:57 AM	#160 (permalink)
shadowhusky Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East China, Michigan Posts: 344	I would like to take a run up there when you go again. It will have to be on the weekend however. I dont know their hours or when you planned on going. Just shoot me a PM or give me a call and hopefully I wont have anything going on then. __________________ 2005 Elise, Aubergine, Touring Pack, Sport Pack, Hardtop, Quicksilver Exhaust, Cup Air Box, Tilting Clam, Mesh Grills all around - ( fabricated, not purchased ) 55w 6000k HID's, Painted Engine Covers, Center Console, A/C Surround, Polished Shifter Arm, Ball,and E-Brake Handle, Multivex Mirrors. 2008 Jeep Liberty, Jeep Green Metallic 2002 VW Jetta TDI, Metallic Blue, Daily Driver, 155,000 miles and going strong

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