Gut Sport Wing Installation - LotusTalk

Dave · 02-05-2008, 04:46 PM

Finished the install today. A keen eye will notice something missing

I love the wing, but wasn't much for the platform. We fabricated under clam mounting braces...rock steady and looks pretty sweet. Uprights were painted stripe black, and wing Saffron. Of course, there's 6 small holes in the clam, but I don't have a problem with that...they're easily filled if I ever want to dismount.

Dave · 02-05-2008, 04:47 PM

zygotesoup · 02-05-2008, 04:48 PM

looks great... gorgeous car!

RoadDad · 02-05-2008, 04:52 PM

Looks very nice. I looked at the pictures before reading your comments and thought "that wing sure looks like the Gut but it's not a Gut..." I like it much better. Nicely done.

turbophil · 02-05-2008, 04:52 PM

As always with you, VERY NICE! Very classy and OEM look... Well done!!!!

!

Best,

Phil

darkSol · 02-05-2008, 04:54 PM

Oooooo how much LESS does it weigh without the docking platform?

Serious.

tandemracer · 02-05-2008, 05:17 PM

The install looks great.
Did you add anything inside the trunk to spread out the load of the wing? Hopefully you won't get any cracks in the clam.

Scott · 02-05-2008, 05:20 PM

Okay settled. THAT's what Im going to do! I love the GUT rear wing... not so fond of the platform. Now that I know that can be done... I will do that! Grat work Dave as always!!!

2-Y-CHROMOSOMES · 02-05-2008, 05:22 PM

Nice job Dave. Can you increase the height on that wing. I doubt it but wanted to check.

Dave · 02-05-2008, 05:48 PM

Mark - can't adjust the height. It's maybe a 1/2" lower without the platform.

Tandem - yes, fabed some plates to spread the load. Also used some thin rubber washers to act as a simple damper, and adhesive automotive trim foam between the uprights and clam.

David - saves about 3lbs w/o the platform.

Appreciate all the kind comments.

SIIK2NR · 02-05-2008, 06:51 PM

Looks MUCH better without the platform. The platform ruins the a$$ view of the car IMO.

Good work. Nice attention to detail.

raggedy1 · 02-05-2008, 06:59 PM

schweeeet!

scottyb · 02-05-2008, 07:02 PM

Very sharp looking. Dave can you show us a picture of your mounting solution inside the clam?

raggedy1 · 02-05-2008, 07:08 PM

I should have said that the wing looks pretty good considering it's "tacky" crap from sector111!!!!! ha!
I'm just kidding of course. I'm sure you've all seen the other thread regarding the removal of a GUT wing.

Dave · 02-06-2008, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottyb

Very sharp looking. Dave can you show us a picture of your mounting solution inside the clam?

I'll try to get a pic this weekend...should have taken some along the way, but must have been too anxious

Here were my steps:

1) I put the platform on the car; used a grease pencil to mark the 3x3 holes. Remove platform, drilled holes in clam.

2) Cut 2ea 4"x8" pieces of aluminum, and set the platform on them as a hole guide, drilled holes. Then mounted to the underside of the clam with epoxy. Make sure the aluminum is flexible enough to contour to the inside of the clam.

3) Applied 1/4" automotive foam adhesive weather seal to the perimeter of the upright bases. This filled in any small gaps between the clam & uprights, and keeps the water out.

4) You need screws that are about 15mm longer than the supplied, so I bought some M6x1x40mm stainless, along with 30mm washers.

The whole thing didn't take 2 hours.

MightyMike · 02-06-2008, 06:15 AM

Looks factory perfect; very nice!

ozoney · 03-27-2008, 10:41 PM

I like the wing without the platform. But what of the numerous concerns of clam weakening under the weight of the downforce? If there is potential for this weakness over time/duress, would using the provided base upside down in the boot alleviate that (and if the base doesn't fit like that, something similarly functional)?

Also, what is a typical cost to get the wing painted the same as the car? I am contemplating such a mod. I am also thinking of adding the Esta side skirts and I haven't decided on a front splitter. But would paint all three ST. Any one done similar mod and can provide a paint cost estimate?

91MR2 · 03-28-2008, 12:23 AM

I like that wing a lot on the Elise.

NoFear99 · 03-29-2008, 10:23 AM

If I had an elise I would have that wing on it for sure

mikecronis · 03-29-2008, 04:12 PM

You should send your version to the GUT site to show them that it doesn't have to be overly ricey but actually tasteful as you've keenly demonstrated. Well done!

02-05-2008, 04:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,490	Gut Sport Wing Installation Finished the install today. A keen eye will notice something missing I love the wing, but wasn't much for the platform. We fabricated under clam mounting braces...rock steady and looks pretty sweet. Uprights were painted stripe black, and wing Saffron. Of course, there's 6 small holes in the clam, but I don't have a problem with that...they're easily filled if I ever want to dismount. Attached Images __________________ '05 SY - Supercharged (3.2") . EFI . Fuel Rail . Larini SE/PPE FI Header . Painted Stripes . Ported TB . Buttons+Mats . Gut Wing . LED Lamps . PC625 . Gauges . Cat Bypass . Boot Pin . CF Console . CF A/C Surround . Catch Cans . B&M . Painted Engine Cover . Electronix

02-05-2008, 04:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,490	... Attached Images __________________ '05 SY - Supercharged (3.2") . EFI . Fuel Rail . Larini SE/PPE FI Header . Painted Stripes . Ported TB . Buttons+Mats . Gut Wing . LED Lamps . PC625 . Gauges . Cat Bypass . Boot Pin . CF Console . CF A/C Surround . Catch Cans . B&M . Painted Engine Cover . Electronix

02-05-2008, 04:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
zygotesoup Resident Drunk Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 382	looks great... gorgeous car! __________________ 1993 Black BMW 325i 2000 Solar Yellow MR-S - SOLD 1987 White on White Porsche 944 Turbo - SOLD 1993 Maroon Lexus SC400 - SOLD Next Car - 2005 Lotin Elite

02-05-2008, 04:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
RoadDad 道のお父さん Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,693	Looks very nice. I looked at the pictures before reading your comments and thought "that wing sure looks like the Gut but it's not a Gut..." I like it much better. Nicely done. __________________ "There are two things no man will admit he cannot do well: drive and make love" -- Stirling Moss Add RoadDad To My Ignore List

02-05-2008, 04:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
turbophil Plug Whisperer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kansas City/ Overland Park Posts: 1,297 Images: 3	As always with you, VERY NICE! Very classy and OEM look... Well done!!!!! Best, Phil __________________ \| '05 GG LSS Elise \| WAY WAY Too Many Mods to List \| Collaborative Boosting by Ronin & S111 & BOE \| EFI Standalone Engine Management \| ClamHinge \| See my car here:http://www.boefabrication.com *----->Last Updated: 6/15/08* Two things: 1. Do the Right Things Well and Good Things Will Follow 2. Advice is something we ask for when we already know the answer and wish we didn't

02-05-2008, 04:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
darkSol The Mad Scientist Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,027	Oooooo how much LESS does it weigh without the docking platform? Serious. __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 230whp, 1876 lbs. 12.41 @ 110.1 mph.

02-05-2008, 05:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
tandemracer Heretic Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 478	The install looks great. Did you add anything inside the trunk to spread out the load of the wing? Hopefully you won't get any cracks in the clam. __________________ 06 Elise, AW, Touring, Sport, Premium, Hardtop, Starshield -- Sector 111 Harness bar, Schroth ASM 4 point Harnesses, Seat Grommets, Folding Front folding tow hook, Boomerang rear tow hook, Halon fire extinguisher, Polk speakers, MicroMirror, Odyssey PC680 battery, desnorkeled intake, removed shims, ekological HID kit, Pagid RS14 pads, SS brake lines, Stan's shifter mod, CF Center Console, CF AC Surround, urethane motor mounts, Titanium Dave's Sub Belt Bars, Heater Core Bypass

02-05-2008, 05:20 PM	#8 (permalink)
Scott Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Rocky Hill, CT Posts: 347	Okay settled. THAT's what Im going to do! I love the GUT rear wing... not so fond of the platform. Now that I know that can be done... I will do that! Grat work Dave as always!!! __________________ 05 Saffrron Yellow, Sport, Touring, Star Shield, Larini w/ sport cat, Katana with 3.2" pulley.

02-05-2008, 05:22 PM	#9 (permalink)
2-Y-CHROMOSOMES Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 969	Nice job Dave. Can you increase the height on that wing. I doubt it but wanted to check. __________________ 2005 Elise \| Forcedfed Custom Intercooled Supercharger \| EFI \| Forcedfed Street Header \| Fujita CAI \| TB Bypass \| Toda flywheel \| ACT HD Clutch \| Forcedfed Prototype Exhaust \| Micromirror \| Forcedfed Half Carbon Splitter \| Greddy Catch Can \| ForcedFed Engine Damper

02-05-2008, 05:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,490	Mark - can't adjust the height. It's maybe a 1/2" lower without the platform. Tandem - yes, fabed some plates to spread the load. Also used some thin rubber washers to act as a simple damper, and adhesive automotive trim foam between the uprights and clam. David - saves about 3lbs w/o the platform. Appreciate all the kind comments. __________________ '05 SY - Supercharged (3.2") . EFI . Fuel Rail . Larini SE/PPE FI Header . Painted Stripes . Ported TB . Buttons+Mats . Gut Wing . LED Lamps . PC625 . Gauges . Cat Bypass . Boot Pin . CF Console . CF A/C Surround . Catch Cans . B&M . Painted Engine Cover . Electronix

02-05-2008, 06:51 PM	#11 (permalink)
SIIK2NR 240 Exige-S Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sunny San Diego Posts: 340	Looks MUCH better without the platform. The platform ruins the a$$ view of the car IMO. Good work. Nice attention to detail.

02-05-2008, 06:59 PM	#12 (permalink)
raggedy1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: belmont Posts: 3,795	schweeeet! __________________ It's Delux son, Delux. It's not that hard. http://itsdeluxson.com/

02-05-2008, 07:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
scottyb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 3,529	Very sharp looking. Dave can you show us a picture of your mounting solution inside the clam?

02-05-2008, 07:08 PM	#14 (permalink)
raggedy1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: belmont Posts: 3,795	I should have said that the wing looks pretty good considering it's "tacky" crap from sector111!!!!! ha! I'm just kidding of course. I'm sure you've all seen the other thread regarding the removal of a GUT wing. __________________ It's Delux son, Delux. It's not that hard. http://itsdeluxson.com/

02-06-2008, 06:15 AM	#16 (permalink)
MightyMike Legend in my own mind Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 349 Images: 4	Looks factory perfect; very nice! __________________ really cool 2006 ST Elise

03-28-2008, 12:23 AM	#18 (permalink)
91MR2 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Where piracy runs rampant... Posts: 268	I like that wing a lot on the Elise. __________________ 1995 Lotus Esprit S4 1993 Toyota MR2 1991 Toyota MR2 1991 Mazda RX7 www.91MR2.multiply.com

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03-27-2008, 10:41 PM	#17 (permalink)
ozoney Resting Heart Rate 38bpm Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Big Island of Hawaii Posts: 40	this mod I like the wing without the platform. But what of the numerous concerns of clam weakening under the weight of the downforce? If there is potential for this weakness over time/duress, would using the provided base upside down in the boot alleviate that (and if the base doesn't fit like that, something similarly functional)? Also, what is a typical cost to get the wing painted the same as the car? I am contemplating such a mod. I am also thinking of adding the Esta side skirts and I haven't decided on a front splitter. But would paint all three ST. Any one done similar mod and can provide a paint cost estimate?

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mikecronis Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Thornton, CO Posts: 300 Images: 1	You should send your version to the GUT site to show them that it doesn't have to be overly ricey but actually tasteful as you've keenly demonstrated. Well done!

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