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Bane · 10-04-2008, 11:24 AM

Interested for engine lid only.

V-RAPTOR · 10-04-2008, 12:34 PM

I would be in at $500 for a full set.

benb870 · 10-04-2008, 02:40 PM

I am interested too! It looks like about 10 of us or so are interested, so it might be worth getting started up!

With the rear deck lid, i agree with Phil S no double side tape. I know there are some factory holes under and I have seen small lock ties used for that, and it looked fine. Just let me know when yur ready to start and POST SOME PICS!

kaiynne · 10-04-2008, 03:35 PM

if it comes out somewhere close to 500 i am in.

Kiowapilot · 10-04-2008, 05:07 PM

I have some parts on order. I am going to start with the engine lid. I plan to make 2 or 3 different versions. 1 will go under the lid, and the other 2 will be on top of the lid. The cheapest one will be held on with tape but the other 2 versions will use no tape and use factory holes for mounting. I will be getting started within the next week. Should have a prototype for engine lid within a week or two.

Kiowapilot · 10-08-2008, 10:18 PM

Under the engine cover option coming soon. Pics tomorrow...... I will say that removing all the adhesive lotus uses is a real pain in the FU@#$#G A$*. lol. Heat gun and paint thinner........ VERY CAUTIOUS PAINT THINNER!!

biscoradio · 10-08-2008, 10:24 PM

definitely interested. The BBB ones are too expensive and I don't want to attach using double sided tape.

andrewgotanelise · 10-08-2008, 10:24 PM

very intrested

Kiowapilot · 10-08-2008, 10:38 PM

I guess I will get everything set up to be able to produce these. There is no tape and the fit is snug. If I get some sales I will get a little dough for get a welder and make some outside of the engine lid sets. I worked about 6 hours tonight with multiple design concepts (and a lot of wasted material $$$) for outside the engine lid but none of them came out looking good enough. I will have to wait for a welder to do em nice and pretty. Under The lid sets will be $150 per set plus $10 for shipping (continental US). As I said I will post pics tomorrow when they are all complete.

Kiowapilot · 10-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Here are the pictures for the engine lid. These are %100 bolt on with NO attaching tape. PM me if interested.

Kiowapilot · 10-09-2008, 06:18 PM

Oh and for the inevitable question. The weight of the stock vents is 2 lbs 5 ounces. The mesh set weighs 10 ounces. saving 1 lb 11 ounces from stock.

E.D. · 10-09-2008, 06:23 PM

Interested. Do you have pic's with the meshed lid installed back again on the Lotus?

CertifiedCC · 10-09-2008, 06:24 PM

Kiowapilot · 10-09-2008, 06:46 PM

here are some pictures installed on my car.

darkSol · 10-09-2008, 07:22 PM

Do you have to attach the mesh with visible hardware (and drilling holes) or can you use an adhesive or double sided tape?

Looks great!

Kiowapilot · 10-09-2008, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkSol

Do you have to attach the mesh with visible hardware (and drilling holes) or can you use an adhesive or double sided tape?

Looks great!

The holes the hardware goes through are pre-existing. They hide under your current vents. If you want to attach it with tape instead then that will work too. It can go either way. One thought though. With tape you will need to get plugs for the 20 holes already there.

darkSol · 10-09-2008, 08:29 PM

Oh... I didn't know there already were holes there. Nevermind

Probably a more subtle black head screw would look better/hidden... just not a fan of the silver.

Kiowapilot · 10-09-2008, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkSol

Oh... I didn't know there already were holes there. Nevermind

Probably a more subtle black head screw would look better/hidden... just not a fan of the silver.

The screws are black they are gloss so they shine with the flash. They are just spray painted so maybe a little black nail polish after instalation to clean up tool marks is in order. How about this. I will include black touch up paint into the kit.

lotus4fun · 10-09-2008, 11:11 PM

Look great

Can't wait to see more like the front

Whiskey · 10-09-2008, 11:41 PM

I installed side ducts on my elise and the front end just doesn't seem right with the fins. Elise: My process of adding exige side scoops

My request is only for the lower front 3 as of now. I found that after botching the first attempt with the customcargrills.com small hex mesh, that someone with more skill and patience would deserve my money. My attempt did fit, but its wasn't smoothly bent with the nose and I cut it a little bit narrow. So, its a waste of metal. I kinda worry about the strength of the material too.

The eliseusa.com version looked ok, but I would rather have the mesh recessed like the exige. Their version comes out almost flush with the nose and the size of the mesh does not look to be similar to the factory, a bit wide. It probably wouldn't bother me as much if it was more recessed and therefore wouldn't get as much light/attention.

I would like to be able to replace the mesh without removing the front clam, but will just do it if it is required to get a good fit. It might be especially difficult for the oil cooler openings. A current oil cooler fin ate a bird at 60MPH without damage. Reinforcing mesh in the front may be difficult and maybe that is why lotus stretched them on the inside. Another detail, it would be nice if the center piece would have a hole for the tow ring and would also use tabs in the current holes and secure at the top with the factory clips.

Keep us posted on developments.

10-04-2008, 11:24 AM	#21 (permalink)
Bane . Join Date: May 2005 Location: RanchoSahuarita.com, AZ Posts: 2,415 Images: 4	Interested for engine lid only. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (#499) - PPE stainless race header \| Larini SE \| Euro grills \| Green air filter \| Saikou Michi catch can \| HID kit \| CF console \| CF shift knob \| B&M shifter \| PC625 \| Hardwired V1 \| Rota 15/16" black wheels \| Stebel Nautilus \| rear tow hook un-Official LotusTalk Stealth Bulb provider

10-04-2008, 12:34 PM	#22 (permalink)
V-RAPTOR STARLIGHT Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NOVA (Winchester) Posts: 179	I would be in at $500 for a full set. __________________ 2005 Starlight Black Biscuit Interior <> Hard Top <> Von Hep <> Von Hep Rear Delete <> JL Audio VR525-CXi Front and Rear

10-04-2008, 03:35 PM	#24 (permalink)
kaiynne Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 132	if it comes out somewhere close to 500 i am in. __________________ '08 Canyon Red Elise Touring, Hardtop, Starshield. Black and silver wheel and steering logos. '92 GMC Rally Van 3500 (Band Van)

10-04-2008, 05:07 PM	#25 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	I have some parts on order. I am going to start with the engine lid. I plan to make 2 or 3 different versions. 1 will go under the lid, and the other 2 will be on top of the lid. The cheapest one will be held on with tape but the other 2 versions will use no tape and use factory holes for mounting. I will be getting started within the next week. Should have a prototype for engine lid within a week or two. __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there--->

10-08-2008, 10:18 PM	#26 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	Under the engine cover option coming soon. Pics tomorrow...... I will say that removing all the adhesive lotus uses is a real pain in the FU@#$#G A$*. lol. Heat gun and paint thinner........ VERY CAUTIOUS PAINT THINNER!! __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there--->

10-04-2008, 02:40 PM	#23 (permalink)
benb870 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Eldersburg, MD Posts: 38	I am interested too! It looks like about 10 of us or so are interested, so it might be worth getting started up! With the rear deck lid, i agree with Phil S no double side tape. I know there are some factory holes under and I have seen small lock ties used for that, and it looked fine. Just let me know when yur ready to start and POST SOME PICS!

10-08-2008, 10:24 PM	#27 (permalink)
biscoradio 05 GG Elise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: chicago Posts: 134 Images: 1	definitely interested. The BBB ones are too expensive and I don't want to attach using double sided tape.

10-08-2008, 10:24 PM	#28 (permalink)
andrewgotanelise MMA Fighter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Where the drugs are cheap and the girls are easy Posts: 1,093	very intrested __________________ 05 NFB Elise / Katana SC / No Snorkle / 3.2 "10" psi pulley / Stage 1 Exhaust / Decat / Green Filter

10-08-2008, 10:38 PM	#29 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	I guess I will get everything set up to be able to produce these. There is no tape and the fit is snug. If I get some sales I will get a little dough for get a welder and make some outside of the engine lid sets. I worked about 6 hours tonight with multiple design concepts (and a lot of wasted material $$$) for outside the engine lid but none of them came out looking good enough. I will have to wait for a welder to do em nice and pretty. Under The lid sets will be $150 per set plus $10 for shipping (continental US). As I said I will post pics tomorrow when they are all complete. __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there---> Last edited by Kiowapilot : 10-08-2008 at 10:48 PM. Reason: Oops forgot shipping.

10-09-2008, 05:53 PM	#30 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	PICTURES ARE IN!! Here are the pictures for the engine lid. These are %100 bolt on with NO attaching tape. PM me if interested. Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there--->

10-09-2008, 06:18 PM	#31 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	Oh and for the inevitable question. The weight of the stock vents is 2 lbs 5 ounces. The mesh set weighs 10 ounces. saving 1 lb 11 ounces from stock. __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there--->

10-09-2008, 06:23 PM	#32 (permalink)
E.D. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC/Amsterdam Posts: 590	Interested. Do you have pic's with the meshed lid installed back again on the Lotus? __________________ Enrico Laser Blue/Magnolia '06 Lotus Elise '07 BMW 335i (360whp&360 ft/lbs)

10-09-2008, 06:24 PM	#33 (permalink)
CertifiedCC BANNED Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern VA [The BEST Part of VA.(Sadly)] Posts: 876 Images: 4	Nice

10-09-2008, 06:46 PM	#34 (permalink)
Kiowapilot Mesh grill guy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lewis, Washington. Posts: 128	here are some pictures installed on my car. Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise "magnetic Blue" Bone stock..... Not for long. "Fun in the sun..... Lotus Elise." "fun in the sand.....OH-58D Kiowa Warrior." If the line for most people is right here, I will be hanging out over there---> Last edited by Kiowapilot : 10-09-2008 at 07:07 PM. Reason: More pictures

10-09-2008, 07:22 PM	#35 (permalink)
darkSol The Mad Scientist Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,154	Do you have to attach the mesh with visible hardware (and drilling holes) or can you use an adhesive or double sided tape? Looks great! __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 230whp, 1843lbs. 12.41 @ 110.0 mph. 300whp @ 1799lbs. or bust!

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10-09-2008, 08:29 PM	#37 (permalink)
darkSol The Mad Scientist Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 2,154	Oh... I didn't know there already were holes there. Nevermind Probably a more subtle black head screw would look better/hidden... just not a fan of the silver. __________________ d.a..v...i....d David Thomas Stewart - davidtstewart@gmail.com Supercharged 2005 Graphite Grey Lotus Elise: 230whp, 1843lbs. 12.41 @ 110.0 mph. 300whp @ 1799lbs. or bust!

10-09-2008, 11:11 PM	#39 (permalink)
lotus4fun Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Area Posts: 77	Look great Can't wait to see more like the front

10-09-2008, 11:41 PM	#40 (permalink)
Whiskey Love is More Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Athens, Ohio Posts: 135	I installed side ducts on my elise and the front end just doesn't seem right with the fins. Elise: My process of adding exige side scoops My request is only for the lower front 3 as of now. I found that after botching the first attempt with the customcargrills.com small hex mesh, that someone with more skill and patience would deserve my money. My attempt did fit, but its wasn't smoothly bent with the nose and I cut it a little bit narrow. So, its a waste of metal. I kinda worry about the strength of the material too. The eliseusa.com version looked ok, but I would rather have the mesh recessed like the exige. Their version comes out almost flush with the nose and the size of the mesh does not look to be similar to the factory, a bit wide. It probably wouldn't bother me as much if it was more recessed and therefore wouldn't get as much light/attention. I would like to be able to replace the mesh without removing the front clam, but will just do it if it is required to get a good fit. It might be especially difficult for the oil cooler openings. A current oil cooler fin ate a bird at 60MPH without damage. Reinforcing mesh in the front may be difficult and maybe that is why lotus stretched them on the inside. Another detail, it would be nice if the center piece would have a hole for the tow ring and would also use tabs in the current holes and secure at the top with the factory clips. Keep us posted on developments. __________________ Will WTB: Elise Hardtop with Hardware - Storm Ti. (Color Code B121) Please send PM \| 2005 Lotus Elise : BWR Supercharger : Sport Pack : Biscuit Touring Pack : Storm Ti \| \| 2007 Chevrolet 1500 Ext. Cab \| 2003 Kawasaki KLR650 \| 1981 Mercedes 380SLC - accepting offers Last edited by Whiskey : 10-10-2008 at 08:22 AM.