CF A/C Surround Installation - LotusTalk

Dave · 12-27-2005, 02:35 PM

Low and behold the long-awaited CF climate control surround arrived today from the Indy Shop. It was a great excuse to leave work early to install.

I've had a few questions about the installation, so I thought I take some pix along the way. You can use these instructions for removing to paint as well...

Pic 1: The carbon fiber surround is really a quality piece IMO, and a decent value @$200. No real imperfections that I could see.

Pic 2: The rear of the surround has only 2 screws (vs the 4 OEM) to mount the control board. They are much tighter than the OEM, and I found them sufficient anyway.

Pic 3: There are a couple of ways to dismount the surround. You can gently pinch down the top and slide straight out as I did. Or you can remove the two screws below the dash (circled red) and take out the entire bracket (red arrow). This might be an easier way than pulling straight out, as it's a tight fit.

Pic 4: Next, remove the 4 mounting screws for the control board, and pop off. Note, you don't need to pull any electrical connectors.

Pic 5: Reverse the order for installation, and you're in business.

autoxelise · 12-27-2005, 02:43 PM

Very pretty, and nice instructions

ervsch · 12-28-2005, 06:58 AM

How about a quick pic and explanation of the guages you've got below the dash? Or did you cover that in another thread?

Dave · 12-28-2005, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ervsch

How about a quick pic and explanation of the guages you've got below the dash? Or did you cover that in another thread?

Here you go: http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=16594

TOPGUN750 · 12-28-2005, 08:44 AM

I got mine too. It arrived last week and I installed it after asking you how to remove stock HVAC surround.

It is a nice piece...it could possibly use another coat of clearcoat as the surface is not as smooth or blemish free as the center console. All in all I like it a lot and it is a big improvement over stock.

Question for you Dave. Do you find that there is still a little play with the A/C controls toward the bottom ever so slightly as there are only 2 screws now and they are located at the top? Also did you surround snap in (mine didn't)? Currently mine is just being held in from the pressure. There is nor not really much play with it but more than with the stock HVAC which was more securly in place.

All in all it was worth the wait.

SweetDaddyD · 12-28-2005, 09:12 AM

Very Nice. Looks sweet guys!

Dave · 12-28-2005, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by TOPGUN750

Question for you Dave. Do you find that there is still a little play with the A/C controls toward the bottom ever so slightly as there are only 2 screws now and they are located at the top? Also did you surround snap in (mine didn't)?

Actually, I didn't have any issues with the 2 screw setup. When I first saw the surround, I did expect to. What might not be a bad idea is to add some RTV or similar compound to the bottom of the board edge. It would secure it a bit, and still allow for removal of the board for servicing. And no, the surround doesn't snap in, but seems secure using only the bottom rails for interlock.

GOGO · 12-29-2005, 08:07 AM

I had to use a small strip of Velcro on the top so I can just pull it out, but it will not move if lightly pulled or bumped around

The Shop Indy · 01-11-2006, 04:00 PM

It is great to see that your happy with the surrounds. We do have them in stock and ready to ship for anyone who wants one.

anders · 01-13-2006, 08:24 PM

Very nice!

GoldDragon · 02-29-2008, 10:36 AM

Anyone know if the CF HVAC surrounds are still available, and where?

lancer360 · 02-29-2008, 11:47 AM

I pretty sure The Shop Indy doesn't make them any more, and even if they did you probably don't want to do business with them. Search for The Shop Indy and you will find multiple threads regarding their poor business practices and customer service. I don't know of anyone else making it. I was one of the lucky ones who actually got mine in a reasonable time.

shay2nak · 03-03-2008, 07:25 PM

i still never got mine

12-27-2005, 02:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,600	CF A/C Surround Installation Low and behold the long-awaited CF climate control surround arrived today from the Indy Shop. It was a great excuse to leave work early to install. I've had a few questions about the installation, so I thought I take some pix along the way. You can use these instructions for removing to paint as well... Pic 1: The carbon fiber surround is really a quality piece IMO, and a decent value @$200. No real imperfections that I could see. Pic 2: The rear of the surround has only 2 screws (vs the 4 OEM) to mount the control board. They are much tighter than the OEM, and I found them sufficient anyway. Pic 3: There are a couple of ways to dismount the surround. You can gently pinch down the top and slide straight out as I did. Or you can remove the two screws below the dash (circled red) and take out the entire bracket (red arrow). This might be an easier way than pulling straight out, as it's a tight fit. Pic 4: Next, remove the 4 mounting screws for the control board, and pop off. Note, you don't need to pull any electrical connectors. Pic 5: Reverse the order for installation, and you're in business. Attached Images __________________ Mod Maniac: '05 SY - Supercharged (3.2") TVS soon! . EFI Engine Management . ACT HD Clutch . FF Cold Air . Center Fed Fuel Rail . Catch Cans . PPE FI Headers w/ 2Bular 6" . Ported Throttle Body . Black LSS . Braille 9.5lb B129 . Boot Lid Pin . LED Tail Lights . CF Console . CF A/C Surround . CF Diffuser . FF Half Lip Spoiler . Custom Gut Wing . B&M Shifter . Painted Stripes . Rubbertite Mats/Buttons . S111 Booty. HIDs . LED Lighting . VonHep Dash Bag . Tinted Glass . Tesprit Mirror

12-27-2005, 02:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
autoxelise BRG '06 :) Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 243	Very pretty, and nice instructions __________________ Ahh, can't wait to get my Lotus 2000 Honda S2000-Black/Red 1991 Acura NSX Coupe-Black/Black 1998 M-B ML320-White/Gray

12-28-2005, 06:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
ervsch Late apex, don't lift! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Chicago-area Posts: 853 Images: 8	How about a quick pic and explanation of the guages you've got below the dash? Or did you cover that in another thread? __________________ Erv Schweiger '05 Ardent Red, Touring Package, Starshield, Schroth Harnesses, 4Tress Harness Bar, Boomerang Rear Tow Hook, Porterfield R4 Brake Pads, More Mods to come...

12-28-2005, 08:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
TOPGUN750 Carpe Diem Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: New York City Posts: 589	I got mine too. It arrived last week and I installed it after asking you how to remove stock HVAC surround. It is a nice piece...it could possibly use another coat of clearcoat as the surface is not as smooth or blemish free as the center console. All in all I like it a lot and it is a big improvement over stock. Question for you Dave. Do you find that there is still a little play with the A/C controls toward the bottom ever so slightly as there are only 2 screws now and they are located at the top? Also did you surround snap in (mine didn't)? Currently mine is just being held in from the pressure. There is nor not really much play with it but more than with the stock HVAC which was more securly in place. All in all it was worth the wait. __________________ Justin 2007 Exige S: Laser Blue + Touring + Track Pack + Traction Control + Convertible Conversion + Carbon Fiber Console and HVAC surround + Aluminum Carpet Buttons + Toybox Hethel Wheels + Goodyear F1 Rubber + Ekological HID 2005 Elise (#267 Traded): Ardent Red/Black + Touring + Hardtop + Hurricane HID + JL Audio Stealthbox & Sub + Lanzar Opti 4x400D Amp + Alpine Type S & R speakers + iPod Hardwired 2001 Audi S4: Sold but not forgotten

12-28-2005, 09:12 AM	#6 (permalink)
SweetDaddyD Sticker Guy Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: ATL, GA Posts: 6,053	Very Nice. Looks sweet guys! __________________ "Starshield" Group Buy: http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51323 ChuforiaGraffix.com Custom decals, magnetics, banners, stripes, racing numbers,etc.SweetDaddyDelicious@hotmail.com

12-29-2005, 08:07 AM	#8 (permalink)
GOGO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 142	I had to use a small strip of Velcro on the top so I can just pull it out, but it will not move if lightly pulled or bumped around

01-11-2006, 04:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
The Shop Indy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 265	It is great to see that your happy with the surrounds. We do have them in stock and ready to ship for anyone who wants one.

01-13-2006, 08:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
anders DFORM1. Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: LA Posts: 113	Very nice! __________________ 2005 Elise Sports + Touring Pack, Type 25 Clone, BRG + yellow stripes, red leather interior, hard top, black wheels, yellow calipers, H&R spacers, BWR front sway bar, 225/16 A048, 245/17 A032, MBquarts in front, Polks in the back, tinted windows, alu carpet buttons, EliseUsa emblem, 3rd brake blinker, HID, stage II, driving lights, smoked side lights, maxed out front camber, air horn. http://www.dform1.com

02-29-2008, 10:36 AM	#11 (permalink)
GoldDragon Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 1	Still Available? Anyone know if the CF HVAC surrounds are still available, and where?

02-29-2008, 11:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
lancer360 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,136	I pretty sure The Shop Indy doesn't make them any more, and even if they did you probably don't want to do business with them. Search for The Shop Indy and you will find multiple threads regarding their poor business practices and customer service. I don't know of anyone else making it. I was one of the lucky ones who actually got mine in a reasonable time. __________________ '05 Lotus Elise Saffron Yellow, Touring, Sport, FOR SALE!!! KBS Mark 7 Formula 500

03-03-2008, 07:25 PM	#13 (permalink)
shay2nak GGM ENFORCER Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Land of da 1000 Oaks, CA Posts: 12,655	i still never got mine __________________ save ~10 lbs gain 1 hp EQ: Y=(190X) / (1984-X) where Y is (HP) and X is (lbs) '07 GG EXIGE S * MY CAR ** VIDEO CLIPS! '08 ACURA TSX 6-speed http://www.makeNYNYagain.com

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