Ronin 4.5 Turbo Build - Page 8 - LotusTalk

MaineLotus · 10-30-2008, 12:58 PM

Yup one more... I like the rear clam hinges, but now I'm spoiled by the ease of tilting the clam (I blame you Phil!). But, the hard top takes too long to remove, a PIA. I bought two Jeep Wranger hood releases (the plastic/rubber band things you see on the hood of Wranglers) and started to incorporate them into a quick release for the top. Sort of a backyard hack, but I think it's going to work pretty well and looks acceptable. Best thing, it allows for top removal in less than a minute yet securely holds the top in place!

camshaft · 10-30-2008, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MaineLotus

Goal was power in the range when the car is driven hard, mid to upper RPMs. Turbo sizing is a compromise, small turbos spool faster but run out of room higher up.

Are there traction issues when the power builds rapidly as you get to the higher rpm's, or does the light weight of the car help to offset that?

MaineLotus · 10-31-2008, 04:37 AM

I haven't driven my car yet, finishing other projects on the car. Frank can answer your questions, he's on www.monkeytuner.com

Here's a video of Frank's car, may answer your questions regarding turbo response/lag.

YouTube - Lotus Exige Turbo 3

MaineLotus · 10-31-2008, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by knucklehead

pics please

Posted some pics on a different thread (Part II - 2zz Engine Rebuild with Turbo and other cool stuff) and will update them again this weekend when more is finished on the car.

25psi_Elise_Killer · 11-21-2008, 08:16 PM

Does Mr. Ronin plan on giving E85 a try? The E85 station is in West LA and i don't think its too far from him....

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MaineLotus Parts scattered about... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 1,381	Yup one more... I like the rear clam hinges, but now I'm spoiled by the ease of tilting the clam (I blame you Phil!). But, the hard top takes too long to remove, a PIA. I bought two Jeep Wranger hood releases (the plastic/rubber band things you see on the hood of Wranglers) and started to incorporate them into a quick release for the top. Sort of a backyard hack, but I think it's going to work pretty well and looks acceptable. Best thing, it allows for top removal in less than a minute yet securely holds the top in place! __________________ My car is modified.

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