New Affordable Diffuser Option from Sector111 - LotusTalk

shinoo · 02-10-2009, 04:43 PM

We've got a new Aluminum diffuser that we will be offering shortly. It is a sweet piece that I am now test fitting on our Exige. The part is bigger and deeper than stock. I think Brent still has us beat on size...

It is an affordable alternative to our ReVerie diffusers. There is no hole for stock exhaust tips. Pricing is expected to be under $600.

Give us a call if you are interested.

V-RAPTOR · 02-10-2009, 04:45 PM

Hum, I was about to get my stock one powder coated black but, I might have to wait.
Any idea of when pictures of this on the car are going to be available?

apk919 · 02-10-2009, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shinoo

We've got a new Aluminum diffuser that we will be offering shortly. It is a sweet piece that I am now test fitting on our Exige. The part is bigger and deeper than stock. I think Brent still has us beat on size...

It is an affordable alternative to our ReVerie diffusers. There is no hole for stock exhaust tips. Pricing is expected to be under $600.

Give us a call if you are interested.

What's the spacing between the center vanes? Is there enough room to cut out a hole for the stock Exige exhaust? (I'll supply my own jigsaw)

LarryB · 02-10-2009, 04:49 PM

Most likely I'll be picking up a Larini Sport 8 Inch, this spring.

So this is pretty good timing- Is the finished powder coated black? Will my Boomerang tow hook still work with this?

Bavarian Motorist · 02-10-2009, 04:51 PM

Is this more functional than the Reverie 5-element?

ZJChaser · 02-10-2009, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by apk919

What's the spacing between the center vanes? Is there enough room to cut out a hole for the stock Exige exhaust? (I'll supply my own jigsaw)

Andy dont do that. That is ruining the majority of the fuction of the diffuser, unless it is just being purchased for looks then go for it.

plastique999 · 02-10-2009, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shinoo

We've got a new Aluminum diffuser that we will be offering shortly. It is a sweet piece that I am now test fitting on our Exige. The part is bigger and deeper than stock. I think Brent still has us beat on size...

It is an affordable alternative to our ReVerie diffusers. There is no hole for stock exhaust tips. Pricing is expected to be under $600.

Give us a call if you are interested.

Size does matter!

apk919 · 02-10-2009, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZJChaser

Andy dont do that. That is ruining the majority of the fuction of the diffuser, unless it is just being purchased for looks then go for it.

Well, I currently have a three element diffuser (stock) with large hole in the biggest segment... wouldn't having a five element diffuser with a large hole in the (smaller) center segment be an improvement? 4 of 5 segments would have clean airflow instead of 2 (smaller) of out 3?

EDIT: I wouldn't get it just for looks... I definitely realize that I'd be reducing some of the effectiveness, but I'm trying to increase performance without getting too far away from stock (i.e. relocating the exhaust to the rear panel).

MB SC Elise · 02-10-2009, 05:05 PM

Will this diffuser work with your S111 "Euro Style" grill?

Also, does this diffuser provide additional downforce & will you need to add a front splitter to balance it out?

madden · 02-10-2009, 05:13 PM

wow definitely interested

petersracing · 02-10-2009, 05:38 PM

edited: not appropriate

sleepe · 02-10-2009, 05:51 PM

Most interested...post multiple pictures of it mounted!!!

This is the fin style I like the best. It's more racing oriented than the rounded off edges like the Reverie 5 element.

Does it weigh more than stock?
Is it the same gauge aluminum as stock?
-Robert

shay2nak · 02-10-2009, 07:12 PM

hmmm...

darkSol · 02-10-2009, 07:16 PM

Two things...

- Need to see a bunch of pictures of it mounted.
- Does it weigh any less than the stocker? If so how much? (of course!)

LordZ · 02-10-2009, 07:44 PM

I'm interested. Need to see pics on the car first. While I'm all for function, the CF 5 element just looks a bit too functional for me and doesn't flow with the lines of the car.

Also need a solution for a tow hook. Don't see how the boomerang will fit on that one.

Bavarian Motorist · 02-10-2009, 07:49 PM

I love my 5-element... I think it looks awesome.

Not my photos... Credit to Hovik and Rafael for the shots.

mrcarcrazy · 02-10-2009, 08:13 PM

This may be a "stupid newb question" but do you have to remove the rear finishing panels in order to install an aftermarket diffuser?

I like the clean look my car has w/ the exhaust coming out of the "euro style" grills...but I hate seeing the holes in my factory diffuser...and I figure those holes give me a great excuse to buy a new one!

Bavarian Motorist · 02-10-2009, 08:18 PM

It depends on the diffuser. With mine, you need to get rid of the grilles. With a Reverie 3-element diffuser, you can keep your Euro grilles.

Iman · 02-10-2009, 08:33 PM

Here is a few pics of it on my car

Iman · 02-10-2009, 08:34 PM

and one more

02-10-2009, 04:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
shinoo Project Nirvana Elise Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,617	New Affordable Diffuser Option from Sector111 We've got a new Aluminum diffuser that we will be offering shortly. It is a sweet piece that I am now test fitting on our Exige. The part is bigger and deeper than stock. I think Brent still has us beat on size... It is an affordable alternative to our ReVerie diffusers. There is no hole for stock exhaust tips. Pricing is expected to be under $600. Give us a call if you are interested. Attached Images __________________ shinoo sector 111 - tasty bits for your elise & exige

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V-RAPTOR STARLIGHT Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NOVA (Winchester) Posts: 658	Hum, I was about to get my stock one powder coated black but, I might have to wait. Any idea of when pictures of this on the car are going to be available? __________________ 2005 Starlight Black Biscuit Interior // Hard Top // Von Hep Exhaust // Von Hep Rear Delete // Full Heat Shield Removed // Fujita CAI // Rota Torque Wheels W/ Toyo R1R's // ForceFed Carbon Fiber Splitter // Carbon Fiber Engine lid cover // LidBone // JL Audio VR525-CXi Front and Rear // Micro Mirror // Painted interior bits // Bling Buttons // Darth Holder Last edited by V-RAPTOR : 02-10-2009 at 04:46 PM. Reason: sp

02-10-2009, 04:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC/Westchester, NY Posts: 10,852	Is this more functional than the Reverie 5-element? __________________ Be an alpha male. Drive a Lotus.

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MB SC Elise Track Junkie In-Training Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Riverside, CT (AKA, The Land of BMW's) Posts: 221	Will this diffuser work with your S111 "Euro Style" grill? Also, does this diffuser provide additional downforce & will you need to add a front splitter to balance it out? __________________ 2005 HRM Elise Mods: BWR SC Kit, Nitrons, NGK BKR7EIX-11s, Stage II, SS lines, Pagids, Forged Wheel Studs, Oil Catch Can, HIDs, Aux D Lights, W Strps (Red Outline), AL Shift Kit, BLK Suede Brk Cvr, Pwdr Coat BLK Diff/Whls/GC, MB CC/AC, Red Brk Calprs/Engine Cvr, LTS Rear Badge, CG-Locks, Alpine 9886 HU, JL VR 5.25" x 4. "You're Never Too Young To Plan For Your Mid-Life Crisis."

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LarryB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: NorCal Posts: 3,107	Most likely I'll be picking up a Larini Sport 8 Inch, this spring. So this is pretty good timing- Is the finished powder coated black? Will my Boomerang tow hook still work with this?

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madden Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northern, VA Posts: 614	wow definitely interested

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sleepe Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE Posts: 1,049	Most interested...post multiple pictures of it mounted!!! This is the fin style I like the best. It's more racing oriented than the rounded off edges like the Reverie 5 element. Does it weigh more than stock? Is it the same gauge aluminum as stock? -Robert __________________ Elise'06ST:RAC/r888-Ultradiscs-Larini 8"-Braille-Saikou Michi cans-Nitron sportpro-RTVbrace-widened undertrays-manly's motor inserts-FF engine damper VF2

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darkSol Meow!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,576	Two things... - Need to see a bunch of pictures of it mounted. - Does it weigh any less than the stocker? If so how much? (of course!) __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com TVS Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 286whp, 1781lbs. Lotus cars aren't made, they're hand built from dreams. If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before.

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LordZ 06 S280 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,303	I'm interested. Need to see pics on the car first. While I'm all for function, the CF 5 element just looks a bit too functional for me and doesn't flow with the lines of the car. Also need a solution for a tow hook. Don't see how the boomerang will fit on that one.

02-10-2009, 07:49 PM	#16 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC/Westchester, NY Posts: 10,852	I love my 5-element... I think it looks awesome. Not my photos... Credit to Hovik and Rafael for the shots. __________________ Be an alpha male. Drive a Lotus.

02-10-2009, 08:13 PM	#17 (permalink)
mrcarcrazy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 690	This may be a "stupid newb question" but do you have to remove the rear finishing panels in order to install an aftermarket diffuser? I like the clean look my car has w/ the exhaust coming out of the "euro style" grills...but I hate seeing the holes in my factory diffuser...and I figure those holes give me a great excuse to buy a new one! __________________ 2005 Magnetic Blue Elise - "the Lotus" (original I know) 2001 Jeep Wrangler - "soul crusher". If you dont GET it after you drive it, then you dont GET it - serpent

02-10-2009, 08:18 PM	#18 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC/Westchester, NY Posts: 10,852	It depends on the diffuser. With mine, you need to get rid of the grilles. With a Reverie 3-element diffuser, you can keep your Euro grilles. __________________ Be an alpha male. Drive a Lotus.

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Iman Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 326	Here is a few pics of it on my car Attached Images __________________ 2007 Exige S: Solar Yellow. Lotus Challenge Series #101 2009 Nissan GT-R: (Sold) 2007 International 8600: 450HP/1500TQ Tow vehicle 2008 Benz S550

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02-10-2009, 08:34 PM	#20 (permalink)
Iman Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 326	and one more Attached Images __________________ 2007 Exige S: Solar Yellow. Lotus Challenge Series #101 2009 Nissan GT-R: (Sold) 2007 International 8600: 450HP/1500TQ Tow vehicle 2008 Benz S550