Side Vent Mesh Solution - Page 2 - LotusTalk

sleeprfocus · 02-13-2009, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madden

I'm working on doing the same thing to my vents and it is a ton of work to smooth them then fill the top fin gaps, $150 is a good price

+1, I had SCC do mine, and it was substantially more than $150. Provided that the OP's work is clean and consistent, $150 plus your scoops is actually a bargain.

Dave · 02-14-2009, 06:33 AM

Here are pics of Derek's work both inside and out. Trust me, this is a quality job and well worth the $150.

Will post up some more this afternoon of the install.

dgilmore · 02-14-2009, 07:19 AM

Thanks Dave! And that's for posting the pix.

I haven't thought of doing a complete set yet, because I haven't had time to play with is on my car. Also, there are other people offering mesh from eliseparts to shadowhusky to kiowpilot. I hadn't seen this particular solution for the side vents.

If you think they're too expensive, don't buy 'em. It takes about three days of cutting, smoothing, grinding, 2-3 layers of fiberglass, filler, sanding, mesh, and paint. Plus I pay for shipping to you.

If you're interested PM me and I'll start a list. If enough interest, then I'll order a couple of set and do a core swap type of deal with little turn around time.

Madden - you're right. the sanding and smoothing is the hardest part. I found a small "mouse" type sander works the best. What really stinks is putting on the first coat of paint and finding something you missed. At that point you just have to knock it all down and start at sanding square 1. PM me if there's anything I can do to help.

If anyone has any other questions, feel free to PM

thanks,

Derek

Likuid · 02-14-2009, 07:59 AM

Anyone know where to buy the original side vents? eliseparts.com didn't seem to have them.

Dave · 02-14-2009, 08:59 AM

Installation takes all of 30 minutes for both sides:

Jack car - remove wheel/liner.
Remove the two bolts noted, and leave the rivet/tab alone...remember to snap the new grill back in behind the tab on install. Reverse and done.

Dave · 02-14-2009, 09:02 AM

These complement my deck lid and radiator grills nicely and love the cleaner lines. Next project the front...

knucklehead · 02-14-2009, 09:07 AM

Sandsmuseum I think was one of the first to do this. Serebo1 and I following his instructions were the first to bring the idea to SCC. This is a ton of work to get right.

At $150 a pair this is a SUPER bargain. Great work guys!

TurboPhil your car is starting to look more and more like MY car

Cheers,
Jacob

shay2nak · 02-14-2009, 05:24 PM

where'd ya'll get the mesh? customcargrills.com?

sleepe · 02-14-2009, 09:52 PM

Cool,
Where did you get the mesh?
Be sure to post your progress.

(is that you in your avatar)

V-RAPTOR · 02-15-2009, 05:26 AM

These look fantastic!

dgilmore · 02-15-2009, 07:23 AM

I purchased the mesh for Ace Hardware. They had the the right size. The stuff I used was for protective screens over the door. I liked it because it already had a light plastic coating over it. A little extra protection never hurts.

Derek

ItsThaMonsta · 02-17-2009, 09:56 AM

These look great. The best "I've" seen. Gimme Gimme Gimme. P.S. I haven't heard back from you in a couple days.

RacyTracy · 02-17-2009, 12:54 PM

After you take the rear wheels off, how hard is it to get out the rear liners?

tandemracer · 02-17-2009, 12:58 PM

Piece of cake. Just a few little plastic fasteners.

RacyTracy · 02-17-2009, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tandemracer

Piece of cake. Just a few little plastic fasteners.

Thanks. Do you have to replace the plastic fasteners or are they reusable?

turbophil · 02-17-2009, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knucklehead

TurboPhil your car is starting to look more and more like MY car

Cheers,
Jacob

Ya, "they" are building a school off one of my "fun roads" and there's lots of run off and straw on one section of it

Need a new raod until that school is built for my late night blasts...

I did mop up the car a bit for Derek's pics though

I think dave's car is a great example of just how good these vents make the car look. MUCH MUCH cleaner looking than the mid 80's 348 look it had... Plus, I hear this mod is good for about 10whp

Later,

Phil

jesterbot · 02-17-2009, 02:02 PM

Top notch work! I'll be PM'ing you for a set soon

dgilmore · 02-17-2009, 02:11 PM

I got a 12 horsepower increase from the butt-o-meter.

Phil, next time at the dyno, take off the vents for one run for a comparison lol

Monsta, check your pm.

Best,

Derek

Dave · 02-17-2009, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RacyTracy

Thanks. Do you have to replace the plastic fasteners or are they reusable?

You can reuse...here's a pic.

RacyTracy · 02-17-2009, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave

You can reuse...here's a pic.

Thanks.

02-14-2009, 06:33 AM	#22 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,961	Here are pics of Derek's work both inside and out. Trust me, this is a quality job and well worth the $150. Will post up some more this afternoon of the install. Attached Images __________________ 2008 Solar S240 Exige 2005 Saffron Elise - BOE TVS Supercharger 291WHP w/ EFI Engine Mgmt

02-14-2009, 07:59 AM	#24 (permalink)
Likuid Stone Age Gamer Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hartland, MI Posts: 353	Anyone know where to buy the original side vents? eliseparts.com didn't seem to have them. __________________ - Likuid Stone Age Gamer - Store 2005 Ardent Red Elise

02-14-2009, 08:59 AM	#25 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,961	Installation takes all of 30 minutes for both sides: Jack car - remove wheel/liner. Remove the two bolts noted, and leave the rivet/tab alone...remember to snap the new grill back in behind the tab on install. Reverse and done. Attached Images __________________ 2008 Solar S240 Exige 2005 Saffron Elise - BOE TVS Supercharger 291WHP w/ EFI Engine Mgmt

02-14-2009, 09:02 AM	#26 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,961	These complement my deck lid and radiator grills nicely and love the cleaner lines. Next project the front... Attached Images __________________ 2008 Solar S240 Exige 2005 Saffron Elise - BOE TVS Supercharger 291WHP w/ EFI Engine Mgmt

02-14-2009, 09:07 AM	#27 (permalink)
knucklehead TWRD & Blip advertising Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,835	Sandsmuseum I think was one of the first to do this. Serebo1 and I following his instructions were the first to bring the idea to SCC. This is a ton of work to get right. At $150 a pair this is a SUPER bargain. Great work guys! TurboPhil your car is starting to look more and more like MY 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

02-14-2009, 07:19 AM	#23 (permalink)
dgilmore Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 69	Thanks Dave! And that's for posting the pix. I haven't thought of doing a complete set yet, because I haven't had time to play with is on my car. Also, there are other people offering mesh from eliseparts to shadowhusky to kiowpilot. I hadn't seen this particular solution for the side vents. If you think they're too expensive, don't buy 'em. It takes about three days of cutting, smoothing, grinding, 2-3 layers of fiberglass, filler, sanding, mesh, and paint. Plus I pay for shipping to you. If you're interested PM me and I'll start a list. If enough interest, then I'll order a couple of set and do a core swap type of deal with little turn around time. Madden - you're right. the sanding and smoothing is the hardest part. I found a small "mouse" type sander works the best. What really stinks is putting on the first coat of paint and finding something you missed. At that point you just have to knock it all down and start at sanding square 1. PM me if there's anything I can do to help. If anyone has any other questions, feel free to PM thanks, Derek

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02-15-2009, 07:23 AM	#31 (permalink)
dgilmore Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 69	I purchased the mesh for Ace Hardware. They had the the right size. The stuff I used was for protective screens over the door. I liked it because it already had a light plastic coating over it. A little extra protection never hurts. Derek

02-17-2009, 09:56 AM	#32 (permalink)
ItsThaMonsta Will There Be Cake? Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,086	These look great. The best "I've" seen. Gimme Gimme Gimme. P.S. I haven't heard back from you in a couple days.

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02-17-2009, 02:11 PM	#38 (permalink)
dgilmore Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 69	I got a 12 horsepower increase from the butt-o-meter. Phil, next time at the dyno, take off the vents for one run for a comparison lol Monsta, check your pm. Best, Derek

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