LETSLA Short Shifter Linkage - Page 17 - LotusTalk

HKFEVER · 03-09-2009, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by basstwo

Finally had mine installed over the weekend. The shift reinforcement spacer doesn't fit a RHD Exige S240 but I don't think this is an issue. The shifter is pretty soild from factory. I initially tried the second shortest throw (ie the way it came) first and but I am trying to see if I can get use to the shortest throw (what I am on now) before deciding which way to go. Obviously a bit more effort is needed to shift (especially using the shortest throw) but the general feeling is a much solid/tighter shift action.

My mechanic thinks the finishing of the kit can be improved (a bit more polishing and chamferring the edges of the brackets maybe?) He also replaced the rod ends with some higher quality items.

The install took a bit longer than the one hour indicated because this was the first one done by my mechanic and he wanted to be more careful and hence removed a quite a few pieces inside the engine bay in order to get a better view of the what goes where and how.

Overall pretty satisfied so far.

So who and where did you get your installed? I am in HK and waiting for mine.

lotusforsale · 03-09-2009, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by basstwo

My mechanic thinks the finishing of the kit can be improved (a bit more polishing and chamferring the edges of the brackets maybe?) He also replaced the rod ends with some higher quality items.

I suppose it could be polished up a bit, but once it's in there nobody's going to see it, and it's going to get surface oxidation anyway!

Phil S · 03-09-2009, 05:38 PM

Shipping to Canada takes longer than it does to Hong Kong (Canada customs has to get their pound of flesh). Finally the new kit arrived and I installed it over the weekend. The kit was complete and installed flawlessly. It took a couple of hours at a very leisurely pace.

I used the recommended positions (as shipped) and noticed immediately a shorter throw. There is a short learning curve but after an hour of driving it was mindless. Shifting is definitely more accurate and seems to get smoother the more I drive. I have the Manly motor mounts and this shifter harmonizes very well with them.

The quality is outstanding and beyond that for the purpose intended. This kit is a "must have". I pride myself having mods that are performance oriented - this kit ranks very high on the list.

TroyLotus · 03-09-2009, 06:03 PM

I thought about doing the chambering when doing the design, but doing in the CNC adds a few process for a different bit and the items would need to be turned over and done again to get both sides. It would make it look better, but not have an effect on how it functions and I tried to keep the costs down for everyone. If I did that it would add in the range of $20-40 for each kit. That is how tight the pricing is to keep it down for everyone.

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My mechanic thinks the finishing of the kit can be improved (a bit more polishing and chamferring the edges of the brackets maybe?)

mrcarcrazy · 03-09-2009, 07:10 PM

Now you guys got me hoping mine didn't get shipped in that last group...cause its not here.

I have very little faith in my postmen.

basstwo · 03-09-2009, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKFEVER

So who and where did you get your installed? I am in HK and waiting for mine.

Check out the latest issue of Hyper Zpeed magazine...

HKFEVER · 03-09-2009, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by basstwo

Check out the latest issue of Hyper Zport magazine...

What Hyper Zport magazine? Where can I get this magazine?

basstwo · 03-09-2009, 10:24 PM

Sorry I meant HyperZpeed. Available in most magazine shops, newsstands, 7-11, etc.

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Originally Posted by HKFEVER

What Hyper Zport magazine? Where can I get this magazine?

Noel · 03-10-2009, 02:22 PM

Just had mine fitted, don't know how some of you guys are actually running the shortest shift and driving better than before.

I found driveability best with the following settings;

Gateshift Distance (Hole 3)
Stroke Distance (Hole 2)

kaz · 03-10-2009, 04:39 PM

Just did a quick test drive in the parking lot at DRS...shifter is really great a solid improvement. You'll need to bolster the rest of the shifter assembly like with Stan's mod or the Sector mod since this will cause the whole casing to move more since it's more solid. It was set on stock left to right, and one setting shorter on up and down - will report after the track to see if it feels good there too, I would imagine so.

dma550 · 03-10-2009, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaz

Just did a quick test drive in the parking lot at DRS...shifter is really great a solid improvement. You'll need to bolster the rest of the shifter assembly like with Stan's mod or the Sector mod since this will cause the whole casing to move more since it's more solid. It was set on stock left to right, and one setting shorter on up and down - will report after the track to see if it feels good there too, I would imagine so.

Doesn't he include the bushing etc. for doing the Stanmod? Thanks for the write up, still waiting for mine

TroyLotus · 03-10-2009, 05:25 PM

I am shipping off a batch of orders tomorrow and should have just about all the outstanding orders done. I already shipped off one batch on Monday. With all the orders I have done I am now out of stock.

I have already ordered another large batch of parts, but it will take about 3 weeks to get the parts done from the one CNC machine shop. I have most of the rest of manufactured parts already for this next batch.

So if you order now that is fine, it will just take about 3 weeks to get your kit. On the good note I will keep the price the same for about another week as a preproduction price for this batch and to give people that planned on buying it at this price a chance to do so. I do not think it would be fair to just say the price is higher without notice. I will be raising the price a little bit in a week. I am just getting all the costs of this batch in and will do the new cost based on that here very soon. The new cost will still be way low for this product at only around $300 each. I will put the new pricing on the site in about a week.

Troy

Bender Unit · 03-10-2009, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TroyLotus

I will be raising the price a little bit in a week. I am just getting all the costs of this batch in and will do the new cost based on that here very soon. The new cost will still be way low for this product at only around $300 each. I will put the new pricing on the site in about a week.

Troy

Thanks for the headup

I guess I have to place my order real soon.

kaz · 03-10-2009, 10:36 PM

One quick thing to add, I did this in conjunction with Innovative engine mounts and I would suggest the same for anyone really wanting a 1-2 punch. The more precise shifting will force your blips and heal toes to be better and almost perfect otherwise your synchros and gears will start taking the buffer from the bad timing. The combination of the two will probably make me relearn some bad habits into better ones, but that's a good thing.

tvacc · 03-11-2009, 09:40 AM

Yes...thanks for the update on the price. Just ordered mine.....

dma550 · 03-11-2009, 10:06 AM

Got mine today, very nice! Thanks Troy~

mrcarcrazy · 03-11-2009, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TroyLotus

I am shipping off a batch of orders tomorrow and should have just about all the outstanding orders done. I already shipped off one batch on Monday. With all the orders I have done I am now out of stock.

I have already ordered another large batch of parts, but it will take about 3 weeks to get the parts done from the one CNC machine shop. I have most of the rest of manufactured parts already for this next batch.

So if you order now that is fine, it will just take about 3 weeks to get your kit. On the good note I will keep the price the same for about another week as a preproduction price for this batch and to give people that planned on buying it at this price a chance to do so. I do not think it would be fair to just say the price is higher without notice. I will be raising the price a little bit in a week. I am just getting all the costs of this batch in and will do the new cost based on that here very soon. The new cost will still be way low for this product at only around $300 each. I will put the new pricing on the site in about a week.

Troy

Sweet, glad I got mine when I did!

for saving money!

Now crossing my fingers that it gets here by Friday so I can install it before the Autox.

I'm like that! So excited...all the reviews have me glued to the mailbox.

reggiem · 03-11-2009, 01:59 PM

Just ordered mine! Hopefully I can get it installed before the track event at VIR on the 4/5th of April!

- Reg

Addictedto · 03-11-2009, 09:41 PM

Got mine today, toyed with the idea of powder coating it or painting it and decided it didn't need either. The fit and finish is great. I screwed the heim ends on all the way and did not need any further adjustment at the shifter. I didn't get to drive it when I was done but the feel is nice and tight, very positive engagement, I didn't change from the as shipped positions. I couldn't find an additional picture to add to the instructions. Make sure you pay very close attention to the following,
"I really like taking the L bracket off the LETSLA and install the base with the crossgate first. Tip when you install it (the base) make sure you pull up the double rod end that will connect to the L bracket or you will trap it there (under the base) and have to remove the base to get it out. I almost trapped it, it would have sucked.

Hachisu · 03-12-2009, 11:09 AM

Received mine yesterday.

Can someone please upload or email me a picture of all the parts that are supposed to be in the box. I've looked at all the pictures on the product page and I think something is missing/irregular about the contents of the parts I received. I have emailed & PM'd Troy, but haven't heard back yet.

03-09-2009, 05:38 PM	#323 (permalink)
Phil S 2007 Phantom Black Elise Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 211	Shipping to Canada takes longer than it does to Hong Kong (Canada customs has to get their pound of flesh). Finally the new kit arrived and I installed it over the weekend. The kit was complete and installed flawlessly. It took a couple of hours at a very leisurely pace. I used the recommended positions (as shipped) and noticed immediately a shorter throw. There is a short learning curve but after an hour of driving it was mindless. Shifting is definitely more accurate and seems to get smoother the more I drive. I have the Manly motor mounts and this shifter harmonizes very well with them. The quality is outstanding and beyond that for the purpose intended. This kit is a "must have". I pride myself having mods that are performance oriented - this kit ranks very high on the list. __________________ BWR SC, LETSLA, BWR sway bar, Nitron Sport Pro, RTD, LSS R6, LSS 048, HT, HID, 5 pt Schroth, 111 V brace, Boomerang, Stage II, Manly mounts

03-09-2009, 07:10 PM	#325 (permalink)
mrcarcrazy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 690	Now you guys got me hoping mine didn't get shipped in that last group...cause its not here. I have very little faith in my postmen. __________________ 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

03-10-2009, 04:39 PM	#330 (permalink)
kaz JabStrongFierce Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Downtown LA + SF Posts: 2,420	Just did a quick test drive in the parking lot at DRS...shifter is really great a solid improvement. You'll need to bolster the rest of the shifter assembly like with Stan's mod or the Sector mod since this will cause the whole casing to move more since it's more solid. It was set on stock left to right, and one setting shorter on up and down - will report after the track to see if it feels good there too, I would imagine so. __________________ 2006 Elise : JFG \| Nitrons \| 2bular 8" Single \| Reverie diffuser and misc. carbon bits \| Tripoint Engineering W/A Intercooler \| Ronin supercharger \| DRS EFI and tuning

03-10-2009, 05:25 PM	#332 (permalink)
TroyLotus Elise Driver Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 165	I am shipping off a batch of orders tomorrow and should have just about all the outstanding orders done. I already shipped off one batch on Monday. With all the orders I have done I am now out of stock. I have already ordered another large batch of parts, but it will take about 3 weeks to get the parts done from the one CNC machine shop. I have most of the rest of manufactured parts already for this next batch. So if you order now that is fine, it will just take about 3 weeks to get your kit. On the good note I will keep the price the same for about another week as a preproduction price for this batch and to give people that planned on buying it at this price a chance to do so. I do not think it would be fair to just say the price is higher without notice. I will be raising the price a little bit in a week. I am just getting all the costs of this batch in and will do the new cost based on that here very soon. The new cost will still be way low for this product at only around $300 each. I will put the new pricing on the site in about a week. Troy __________________ Trueleo LETSLA 2005 Elise-LR,SP,HT,T, Trueleo LETSLA, Exige side scoops and grills, Stage II exhaust, FF splitter, Air2Gel seat foam, Stripes, Eliminator, Future- TVS SC kit, Fidanza flywheel, ACT HD, Custom SC headers and exhaust, SS valves, Ti Retainers,

03-10-2009, 10:36 PM	#334 (permalink)
kaz JabStrongFierce Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Downtown LA + SF Posts: 2,420	One quick thing to add, I did this in conjunction with Innovative engine mounts and I would suggest the same for anyone really wanting a 1-2 punch. The more precise shifting will force your blips and heal toes to be better and almost perfect otherwise your synchros and gears will start taking the buffer from the bad timing. The combination of the two will probably make me relearn some bad habits into better ones, but that's a good thing. __________________ 2006 Elise : JFG \| Nitrons \| 2bular 8" Single \| Reverie diffuser and misc. carbon bits \| Tripoint Engineering W/A Intercooler \| Ronin supercharger \| DRS EFI and tuning

03-10-2009, 02:22 PM	#329 (permalink)
Noel Exige Cup 255 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 33.87°S 151.21°E Car: ロータス MKII エキシージ Type: Komo-Tec S300 Posts: 329	Just had mine fitted, don't know how some of you guys are actually running the shortest shift and driving better than before. I found driveability best with the following settings; Gateshift Distance (Hole 3) Stroke Distance (Hole 2)

03-11-2009, 09:40 AM	#335 (permalink)
tvacc Head LOONY Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 2,226	Yes...thanks for the update on the price. Just ordered mine..... __________________ Tony Vaccaro 2005 Ardent Red, Katana Supercharger, Touring, Hardtop, Driving Lights, HIDs, Rear Window Shield, Red Mounts, Laser Shifters, V1, LETSLA Shifter, www.lotusowners.com LOONY (Lotus Owners of New York) and the Church of the HolyLotus Supplier of Polycarbonate Shield for Rear Window IN STOCK , Drive Fast Take Chances

03-11-2009, 10:06 AM	#336 (permalink)
dma550 Yahoo! Got my Rotus! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: CT, Shoreline area Posts: 1,188	Got mine today, very nice! Thanks Troy~ __________________ David Avery 05 Lotus Elise ~ Arctic Silver ~ BWR SC ~ Gray RACs ~ Larini SE 08 BMW 135i Stock visit Spyderclub.com

03-11-2009, 01:59 PM	#338 (permalink)
reggiem Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 27	Ordered! Just ordered mine! Hopefully I can get it installed before the track event at VIR on the 4/5th of April! - Reg

03-11-2009, 09:41 PM	#339 (permalink)
Addictedto the need for speed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: south jersey Posts: 146 Images: 18	Got mine today, toyed with the idea of powder coating it or painting it and decided it didn't need either. The fit and finish is great. I screwed the heim ends on all the way and did not need any further adjustment at the shifter. I didn't get to drive it when I was done but the feel is nice and tight, very positive engagement, I didn't change from the as shipped positions. I couldn't find an additional picture to add to the instructions. Make sure you pay very close attention to the following, "I really like taking the L bracket off the LETSLA and install the base with the crossgate first. Tip when you install it (the base) make sure you pull up the double rod end that will connect to the L bracket or you will trap it there (under the base) and have to remove the base to get it out. I almost trapped it, it would have sucked.

03-12-2009, 11:09 AM	#340 (permalink)
Hachisu Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 101	Help Please Received mine yesterday. Can someone please upload or email me a picture of all the parts that are supposed to be in the box. I've looked at all the pictures on the product page and I think something is missing/irregular about the contents of the parts I received. I have emailed & PM'd Troy, but haven't heard back yet.

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