Sparco Evos - LotusTalk

John · 10-31-2007, 07:52 AM

Anybody successfully fitted these in the Elise/Exige? I'm looking for seat alternatives, and I remember fitting in the Evo pretty well (better in the older version since it was narrower). I'm 6'2" 165lbs, with a relatively long torso, so height position is a significant consideration. I assume it'll require custom brackets...

Please no "buy Reverie seats" - I have no desire to work out a kidney for CF bling. Plus I have to make an appearance into saving some money for my wedding...

fishguy · 10-31-2007, 08:43 AM

John,
kirt, at hypersports can make a sparco rev fit in the Elise. he already has custom brackets made up, and recommends trimming some area from the seat near your thighs outside just above the knees.
i dont have the contact info, but i think perryeges does. maybe PM him for it.
I got a sparco rev from ebay in great condition used for $50. might hunt on ebay or also try www.racingjunk.com for one.
i think the rev or rev 2 fits, not sure about others, as they are wider than the rev.
good luck. Pm me if you want other help or cannot find the contact info.
Fishguy

MyElise · 10-31-2007, 08:45 AM

You might lose some headroom.

MyElise · 10-31-2007, 08:45 AM

You might lose some headroom.

And you have to redo the harnesses and lose the 3 points.

John · 10-31-2007, 05:58 PM

OK, anybody know of a shop in SoCal that has a variety of seats available for me to sit in? It's been awhile since I've had a chance to sit in a variety of seats and I should do it again before I pull the trigger on anything.

Also, I need some recommendations on a reliable fabricator in SoCal to do seat brackets for me. I will call Kurt at Hyper-Sport in the morning, but he's near Atlanta... I may also call Piper Motorsports as well since they've done great work for me in the past and may have a template available.

Again, I just need to explore as many opportunities as possible here due to my size...

trinydex · 11-13-2007, 05:22 PM

http://www.subesports.com/about/

they're in huntington beach

25psi_Elise_Killer · 11-13-2007, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trinydex

http://www.subesports.com/about/

they're in huntington beach

Davey, wtf u doin on here?

trinydex · 11-13-2007, 11:54 PM

giving good information :P

25psi_Elise_Killer · 11-14-2007, 12:07 AM

Since you're in Huntington Beach, Super Autobacs also has a nice selection of seats, but i don't know if they got what you're looking for
http://www.autobacsusa.com/

Chococar · 11-14-2007, 04:51 AM

Search for "Tall Person's Seat" and "New Upholstery for Tall Person's Seat". If you think that those might work for you, why don't you drive up to Santa Barbara and sit in my car to try them out? You can play with the mounting to optimize head room, leg room, or a good compromise.
Thanks,
Joe

fireball111 · 11-14-2007, 05:15 AM

any pic of the seats in the car?

Chococar · 11-15-2007, 05:59 AM

If you're asking me, fireball111, yes there are lots in the threads I started that are mentioned below.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chococar

Search for "Tall Person's Seat" and "New Upholstery for Tall Person's Seat". If you think that those might work for you, why don't you drive up to Santa Barbara and sit in my car to try them out? You can play with the mounting to optimize head room, leg room, or a good compromise.
Thanks,
Joe

Thanks,

Joe

10-31-2007, 07:52 AM	#1 (permalink)
John :panic: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,795	Sparco Evos Anybody successfully fitted these in the Elise/Exige? I'm looking for seat alternatives, and I remember fitting in the Evo pretty well (better in the older version since it was narrower). I'm 6'2" 165lbs, with a relatively long torso, so height position is a significant consideration. I assume it'll require custom brackets... Please no "buy Reverie seats" - I have no desire to work out a kidney for CF bling. Plus I have to make an appearance into saving some money for my wedding... __________________ 05 "Elixige" w/ Stuff - FOR SALE 07 Mazda 3S - 4-wheeled commuter 99 YZF-600R - 2-wheeled commuter

10-31-2007, 08:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
fishguy registered nipple Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4,779 Images: 1	John, kirt, at hypersports can make a sparco rev fit in the Elise. he already has custom brackets made up, and recommends trimming some area from the seat near your thighs outside just above the knees. i dont have the contact info, but i think perryeges does. maybe PM him for it. I got a sparco rev from ebay in great condition used for $50. might hunt on ebay or also try www.racingjunk.com for one. i think the rev or rev 2 fits, not sure about others, as they are wider than the rev. good luck. Pm me if you want other help or cannot find the contact info. Fishguy __________________ 2008-2009 SCCA AZ Regional "Driver of the Year" 1986 Swift DB-1 Sold 2008 HSR-West FF 3rd generation Champion 2008 "The Series" FF 3rd generation Champion 1987 Porsche Spec 944 2008-2009 season SCCA AZ regional Champion

10-31-2007, 08:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
MyElise Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,930 Images: 28	You might lose some headroom. __________________ Checker or Wrecker!!! We're all here because we're not all there.

10-31-2007, 08:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
MyElise Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,930 Images: 28	You might lose some headroom. And you have to redo the harnesses and lose the 3 points. __________________ Checker or Wrecker!!! We're all here because we're not all there.

10-31-2007, 05:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
John :panic: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,795	OK, anybody know of a shop in SoCal that has a variety of seats available for me to sit in? It's been awhile since I've had a chance to sit in a variety of seats and I should do it again before I pull the trigger on anything. Also, I need some recommendations on a reliable fabricator in SoCal to do seat brackets for me. I will call Kurt at Hyper-Sport in the morning, but he's near Atlanta... I may also call Piper Motorsports as well since they've done great work for me in the past and may have a template available. Again, I just need to explore as many opportunities as possible here due to my size... __________________ 05 "Elixige" w/ Stuff - FOR SALE 07 Mazda 3S - 4-wheeled commuter 99 YZF-600R - 2-wheeled commuter Last edited by John : 10-31-2007 at 06:05 PM.

11-13-2007, 05:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
trinydex Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NorCal Posts: 15	http://www.subesports.com/about/ they're in huntington beach

11-13-2007, 11:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
trinydex Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NorCal Posts: 15	giving good information :P

11-14-2007, 12:07 AM	#9 (permalink)
25psi_Elise_Killer Drunk on alcohol Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 3,130	Since you're in Huntington Beach, Super Autobacs also has a nice selection of seats, but i don't know if they got what you're looking for http://www.autobacsusa.com/ __________________ '06 Evo IX Stage 1E Tuned by Road Race Engineering(Stock:turbo,intake,internals,ECU) Walbro 255lph fuel pump,RC Engineering1000cc Injectors, AVO exhaust,RRE dyno tune flash, Dejon Tool boost controller (325whp @ 22PSI Costco 91 octane, 353whp @ 25psi on 100 octane, 383whp @30psi on E85) , Zeitronix wideband,Zeitronix Ethanol Content Analyzer, Defi BF gauges, Stoptech rotors, SS brakelines,Graphic/Interior Design,Brand Identities,Invitations www.nomadic-nomads.com

11-14-2007, 04:51 AM	#10 (permalink)
Chococar #334 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 1,546	Search for "Tall Person's Seat" and "New Upholstery for Tall Person's Seat". If you think that those might work for you, why don't you drive up to Santa Barbara and sit in my car to try them out? You can play with the mounting to optimize head room, leg room, or a good compromise. Thanks, Joe

11-14-2007, 05:15 AM	#11 (permalink)
fireball111 EXIGE ADDICT Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toledo Ohio Posts: 509 Images: 1	any pic of the seats in the car? __________________ I will always love LOTUS, but I was meant for a Corvette 2002 Black Z06 Corvette The Lotus isn't the only sports car in the world. There is plenty of stuff that will beat it in different aspects. But that doesn't mean they are going to look good doing it.-SweetDaddyD http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/3...0c6cfa5dt2.jpg

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode