Finally came "out of the Bonnet" - LotusTalk

mopho · 11-26-2006, 02:23 AM

After this I should be able to see off those pesky Elises

Well...., at the very least keep up

kestrel74 · 11-26-2006, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mopho

After this I should be able to see off those pesky Elises

Well...., at the very least keep up

I know what you mean..... IF my Europa ever gets done, my Elise will not be able to touch it....handling OR power.

James A · 11-26-2006, 07:49 AM

I love that engine, I had a Europa many years ago and put a weber head on it from an Elan. It took some machining though because the alternator drive is run off of the back of the Europa engine. I twisted the engine pretty hard, very close to the BRM Phase 4 engine spec. As I remember I put Weber 40 DCOE-18s on that engine so it was still streetable, somewhat. Pushing the engine that hard had its problems such as broken cams! My Europa was one quick car though!
Enjoy working on that wonderful engine!

codymac · 11-26-2006, 07:51 AM

What are the plans? Stock or....? Going to send it out or tackle it yourself?

kestrel74 · 11-26-2006, 08:12 AM

( My Europa is basically done ) except for some glitches. I have a ( 200-240 HP ) Zetec in it ......in a 1500 lb car. and LOTS of other stuff .... 4 wheel wilwood discs, etc. more at: www.lotuseuropa.org ....pictures...kestrel74's Zetec conversion

mopho · 11-26-2006, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by codymac

What are the plans? Stock or....? Going to send it out or tackle it yourself?

Nothing too crazy, bringing it up to 150-160hp (car is 1440lbs) which should be enough for some good thrills, especially since I can't fit bigger tires on the car without doing fender flares. ( I only like the subtle 26r flares on Elans, may come later)

Having it built professionally. doing 114 cams, big valves, balanced, ported and polished, it already has .030 over pistons but may replace them if necessary, rings, etc.. Also will be doing a new clutch to accommodate the added power, converting to an alternator and going to a gear reduction starter.
Plus replacing all seals and gaskets on the engine and transmission to stop the leaks.
That's it for now

I hadn't planned on doing this work this year, but worn valve guides, a loss of oil pressure and threats from my wife of children in our future expedited the plan.

No car for three months though

Randy Chase · 11-26-2006, 10:21 AM

Cool. Your car was pretty fast before you did this. I am trying to resist the urge to pick up an Elan or ??

FunElan · 11-26-2006, 10:24 AM

Congrats on finally getting it out. Who are we gonna be able to keep up with?

. Just Kidding, best of luck with the whole job.

With our car, it's just torture waiting for the dash and crash pad to get back. I can't imagine how you're feeling.

mopho · 11-26-2006, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by FunElan

With our car, it's just torture waiting for the dash and crash pad to get back. I can't imagine how you're feeling.

I just hope it rains a lot for the next few months so I don't feel so bad

khamai · 11-26-2006, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Randy Chase

Cool. Your car was pretty fast before you did this. I am trying to resist the urge to pick up an Elan or ??

Have you talked to Chris O'Donnell lately???

Kiyoshi

Randy Chase · 11-26-2006, 12:21 PM

K,

Is Chris's car for sale?

khamai · 11-26-2006, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Randy Chase

K,

Is Chris's car for sale?

I heard a rumor that he was either going to sell it or restore it. I can ask him. Interested? As you know it's FAST!!!

Kiyoshi

Randy Chase · 11-26-2006, 12:27 PM

I would be interested. That would be cool.

FunElan · 11-26-2006, 08:52 PM

Saw this engine in person today, as well as the transmission.

11-26-2006, 02:23 AM	#1 (permalink)
mopho goofn' with the bees Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: out of a suitcase- my stuff lives in LA Posts: 5,306	Finally came "out of the Bonnet" After this I should be able to see off those pesky Elises Well...., at the very least keep up __________________ ________________ 2004 Caterham 7 Superlight R - 67 Lotus Elan www.morgansegal.com www.socalsportscar.com

11-26-2006, 07:51 AM	#4 (permalink)
codymac short angry bloke Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: where the east tapers out and the west begins Posts: 9,260 Images: 19	What are the plans? Stock or....? Going to send it out or tackle it yourself? __________________ torque (tôrk) n. - an excuse for the lack of momentum. - let's bring back CanAm & Group B! - have you hugged your Exige today? I'm currently working on my performance driving merit badge. There's always somebody faster, sometimes it's me.

11-26-2006, 08:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 9,307	( My Europa is basically done ) except for some glitches. I have a ( 200-240 HP ) Zetec in it ......in a 1500 lb car. and LOTS of other stuff .... 4 wheel wilwood discs, etc. more at: www.lotuseuropa.org ....pictures...kestrel74's Zetec conversion __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Nitron Sport SA / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ChaseCam / V1 / SS lines w/ R4-S "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

11-26-2006, 10:21 AM	#7 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	Cool. Your car was pretty fast before you did this. I am trying to resist the urge to pick up an Elan or ?? __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

11-26-2006, 10:24 AM	#8 (permalink)
FunElan Finally drove it! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Long Beach/Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 1,177 Images: 19	Congrats on finally getting it out. Who are we gonna be able to keep up with?. Just Kidding, best of luck with the whole job. With our car, it's just torture waiting for the dash and crash pad to get back. I can't imagine how you're feeling.

11-26-2006, 07:49 AM	#3 (permalink)
James A Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 1,490 Images: 1	I love that engine, I had a Europa many years ago and put a weber head on it from an Elan. It took some machining though because the alternator drive is run off of the back of the Europa engine. I twisted the engine pretty hard, very close to the BRM Phase 4 engine spec. As I remember I put Weber 40 DCOE-18s on that engine so it was still streetable, somewhat. Pushing the engine that hard had its problems such as broken cams! My Europa was one quick car though! Enjoy working on that wonderful engine!

11-26-2006, 12:21 PM	#11 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	K, Is Chris's car for sale? __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

11-26-2006, 12:27 PM	#13 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	I would be interested. That would be cool. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

11-26-2006, 08:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
FunElan Finally drove it! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Long Beach/Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 1,177 Images: 19	Saw this engine in person today, as well as the transmission.

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