TWRD racing Exige - LotusTalk

knucklehead · 10-23-2008, 12:06 PM

Here are some pics of the new TWRD race car. I don't have any specifics on performance yet, but will post them when I get them.

BTW the front clam will be available late November, If you are interested in buying one you can subscribe to New CF parts on the horizon I'll be updating info on pricing and availability there.

Cheers,
Jacob

MaineLotus · 10-23-2008, 12:10 PM

The naca ducts below the side scoop - does it have a purpose or is it a visual thing? Edit: Looks like it is on the driver's side only....

knucklehead · 10-23-2008, 12:33 PM

I'd be surprised if they put them there just for looks. But I'll ask.

cspak71 · 10-23-2008, 12:48 PM

What are the specs on those wheels? They look like Team Dynamics, but the front spokes seem flush with the lip.. whereas mine are more inset.

FLuXeXigeS · 10-23-2008, 01:27 PM

lookin good

cant wait to see the performance numbers

Stale_Hotdog · 10-23-2008, 05:18 PM

Wow that looks really good. Looks just like the lotus gt3

knucklehead · 10-23-2008, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaineLotus

The naca ducts below the side scoop - does it have a purpose or is it a visual thing? Edit: Looks like it is on the driver's side only....

This car has a 250hp Rover Evo 2.0 engine with 6 speed sequential gear box. The naca duct is for cooling the sequential gear box oil cooler.

VBCARGUY · 10-23-2008, 05:50 PM

Wow that is good looking

Rei · 10-24-2008, 02:17 AM

Soooo Sexy

AnsisK · 10-24-2008, 10:38 AM

Finally someone nailed the GT3 look. I'd be all over that...

sleeprfocus · 10-24-2008, 10:40 AM

If I ever crashed my front clam (God forbid) I'd definitely be interested in getting this one as a replacement.

EDIT: Just noticed that the front clam is built for 2005-2006 headlights... Jacob will they be building a 2007+ spec clam as well?

knucklehead · 10-24-2008, 10:45 AM

Good question. I'll ask.

ZJChaser · 10-24-2008, 11:35 AM

front fuel cell? Are they also doing the wing and mounts? That looks pretty killer.

knucklehead · 10-24-2008, 11:40 AM

Don't know about the front fuel cell.

The wing, CF roof and mounts are also going to be available.

Congrats on your car AJ and great pass on the video! Looks like you made quite a beast.

Patricko · 10-24-2008, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZJChaser

front fuel cell?

I can only think it would go where the heater goes.

How do you get the fuel back to the engine?

I guess it would help move weight to the front of the car.

Lotus-Position · 10-24-2008, 12:22 PM

Looks awesome, but man, that naca duct is going to be picking up some serious road goo in that location. The only other comment I have is that I would prefer different wheel well louvers, like the ones on LMP cars:

No idea if they are more or less effective at releasing pressure in the wheel well, I just think they look better. A CF insert with these kinds of louvers would look badass IMO.

knucklehead · 10-24-2008, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cspak71

What are the specs on those wheels? They look like Team Dynamics, but the front spokes seem flush with the lip.. whereas mine are more inset.

The wheels are Lotus Sport wheels made by OZ

Patricko · 10-24-2008, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knucklehead

The wheels are Lotus Sport wheels made by OZ

And before anyone asks they will not fit our cars.

I think the new CUP260 wheel looks something like those.

simonwg905 · 10-27-2008, 10:23 AM

Patrick, thats one of our club member's "Plans' race car bought from uk last year

It had then gone through some body work development from our buddy..............Tony that u also know of when u visited us in hk & zic in china

Tom's elise will have the same style body clams as well but with widened wheel arches as well & most of all....................a K20 type R engine as well.................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tom's race car looks great when compare to lotus sport's GT3 concept!!!
Pm me or get in touch with Tom or Tony, those new clams are in great quality......................I'll say better than Lotus oem clams even when compare to my 2-11.
They are only slightly thicker then my 2-11's

PS I ain't here to make a profit................just to point out a nice product from my friend...........Tony who is behind these new clams developement.
I' just another 2-11 owner in hk who also ride ducati litre bikes thats all.
Rubber side down buddies!!!!!!

knucklehead · 10-27-2008, 11:02 AM

Someone asked me about the front clam weight, so I thought I'd share it with everyone.

The TWRD racing front clam shell weights 9.5kg which is 6kg lighter than factory.

The CF hard top weights 6kg which is about half of the factory hardtop. In my opinion this and lighter wheels could be one of the best mods to your car, since the weight reduction is located at the highest point of the car.

Cheers,
Jacob

10-23-2008, 12:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,834	TWRD racing Exige Here are some pics of the new TWRD race car. I don't have any specifics on performance yet, but will post them when I get them. BTW the front clam will be available late November, If you are interested in buying one you can subscribe to New CF parts on the horizon I'll be updating info on pricing and availability there. Cheers, Jacob Attached Images __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-23-2008, 12:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
MaineLotus Parts scattered about... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 1,374	The naca ducts below the side scoop - does it have a purpose or is it a visual thing? Edit: Looks like it is on the driver's side only.... __________________ My car is modified.

10-23-2008, 12:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,834	I'd be surprised if they put them there just for looks. But I'll ask. __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-23-2008, 12:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
cspak71 Mediocrity is a sin. Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Orange County Posts: 527 Images: 9	What are the specs on those wheels? They look like Team Dynamics, but the front spokes seem flush with the lip.. whereas mine are more inset. __________________ '05 SY Elise

10-23-2008, 01:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
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10-23-2008, 05:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
Stale_Hotdog DENNAB Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 391	Wow that looks really good. Looks just like the lotus gt3

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10-24-2008, 10:38 AM	#10 (permalink)
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10-24-2008, 10:40 AM	#11 (permalink)
sleeprfocus Every Car is a Project Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 816	If I ever crashed my front clam (God forbid) I'd definitely be interested in getting this one as a replacement. EDIT: Just noticed that the front clam is built for 2005-2006 headlights... Jacob will they be building a 2007+ spec clam as well? __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (Jet Blue Metallic) - ForcedFed 340 2002 Ford Focus SVT (Pitch Black) - Powered by 4.6L of V8 goodness

10-24-2008, 10:45 AM	#12 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,834	Good question. I'll ask. __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-24-2008, 11:35 AM	#13 (permalink)
ZJChaser Blue Wheel Pimp Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,844	front fuel cell? Are they also doing the wing and mounts? That looks pretty killer. __________________ AJ - Akua Solutions - #128 Lotus Exige - JRZ Suspension - Innovative Mounts - Toyo Tires - TW Research Development

10-24-2008, 11:40 AM	#14 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,834	Don't know about the front fuel cell. The wing, CF roof and mounts are also going to be available. Congrats on your car AJ and great pass on the video! Looks like you made quite a beast. __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

10-24-2008, 12:22 PM	#16 (permalink)
Lotus-Position Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 363	Looks awesome, but man, that naca duct is going to be picking up some serious road goo in that location. The only other comment I have is that I would prefer different wheel well louvers, like the ones on LMP cars: No idea if they are more or less effective at releasing pressure in the wheel well, I just think they look better. A CF insert with these kinds of louvers would look badass IMO.

10-27-2008, 10:23 AM	#19 (permalink)
simonwg905 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 137	Patrick, thats one of our club member's "Plans' race car bought from uk last year It had then gone through some body work development from our buddy..............Tony that u also know of when u visited us in hk & zic in china Tom's elise will have the same style body clams as well but with widened wheel arches as well & most of all....................a K20 type R engine as well.................!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Tom's race car looks great when compare to lotus sport's GT3 concept!!! Pm me or get in touch with Tom or Tony, those new clams are in great quality......................I'll say better than Lotus oem clams even when compare to my 2-11. They are only slightly thicker then my 2-11's PS I ain't here to make a profit................just to point out a nice product from my friend...........Tony who is behind these new clams developement. I' just another 2-11 owner in hk who also ride ducati litre bikes thats all. Rubber side down buddies!!!!!!

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10-27-2008, 11:02 AM	#20 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,834	Someone asked me about the front clam weight, so I thought I'd share it with everyone. The TWRD racing front clam shell weights 9.5kg which is 6kg lighter than factory. The CF hard top weights 6kg which is about half of the factory hardtop. In my opinion this and lighter wheels could be one of the best mods to your car, since the weight reduction is located at the highest point of the car. Cheers, Jacob __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels