Oil Catch Cans - to your Elise in 30 minutes or less - Page 11 - LotusTalk

Vishus_1 · 06-08-2008, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Jack

Sector 111 sells the covers ....got a Lotus Sport decal made up by Sweetdaddy...... then had the cover with decal clear-coated by my paint shop buddy. It's good for at least 5 HP.

I don't mean to continue to hijack this thread but that is a nice looking cover there Jack...

The stickers/decals don't get too hot there? I would think they would either discolor or peel - but then again, maybe that is why you clearcoated over them.

Jeff and Pamela · 06-12-2008, 11:08 AM

We recieved our order last night. Great packing and nice looking instructions. We waited for a updated bracket for the Exige, which I believe we have. I hope to do the install this weekend and will post update with images.

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Originally Posted by Jeff and Pamela

We just placed our order today

ZJChaser · 06-12-2008, 11:10 AM

There is a new bracket for the exige?

Stale_Hotdog · 06-12-2008, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ZJChaser

There is a new bracket for the exige?

I think there are going to be two options for the Exige owner. Since the exige doesn't have the same mounting hole as the Elise you can either A) drill a hole in the clam. or B) drill a hole in the metal hood prop support. Both methods require different brackets. I modified the original Elise bracket but Saikou is working on a new bracket to utilize mounting method B. So far I have been very impressed with SaiKou Michi Co. Their before sales after sales service has been awesome to say the least. Plus they make an outstanding product the quality is impeccable.

P.S I have no affiliation with Saikou Michi. I am just a happy customer relieved to receive such great service.

Stale_Hotdog · 06-12-2008, 02:10 PM

Since you're in So Cal ZJ chaser. You're welcome to pick up the exige specific bracket which mounts to the clam if you'd like or I could mail it to you. I didn't use it since I didn't want to drill into the clam.

EliseAtLeast · 06-12-2008, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Stale_Hotdog

So far I have been very impressed with SaiKou Michi Co. Their before sales after sales service has been awesome to say the least. Plus they make an outstanding product the quality is impeccable.

P.S I have no affiliation with Saikou Michi. I am just a happy customer relieved to receive such great service.

+1

. One of the best company I've dealt with.

Johnny B · 06-12-2008, 03:37 PM

Should I email Mr. Saikou, or just send payment via paypal with my address and note that this is for an Elise?

John · 06-12-2008, 03:55 PM

What the latest on Saikou's turnaround times?

ZJChaser · 06-12-2008, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Stale_Hotdog

Since you're in So Cal ZJ chaser. You're welcome to pick up the exige specific bracket which mounts to the clam if you'd like or I could mail it to you. I didn't use it since I didn't want to drill into the clam.

I might take you up on that. I have the cans sitting in a box with the elise mounts currently. The car will be ready for them in a few weeks.

EliseAtLeast · 06-13-2008, 10:58 AM

Wow! Talk about after-sales service. Look what just came in the mail. Thats right. The latest Exige specific bracket. I didn't even request for one since I thought my zip-tie solution was pretty good

. Now the kit is absolutely perfect

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LBC111 · 06-13-2008, 11:00 AM

OK... time to order one now!

Smoky · 06-13-2008, 11:48 AM

Do these need to be emptied or drained or cleaned out somehow? If so, at what interval, and how is that accomplished?

EliseAtLeast · 06-13-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Smoky

Do these need to be emptied or drained or cleaned out somehow? If so, at what interval, and how is that accomplished?

The oil need to be drained out thru the drain valve on the bottom. The interval depends on the miles driven. I guess drain it whenever you change the oil should be safe. I'm going to remove my OCC to drain it when the time comes. Should be very easy to remove and put back on.

Smoky · 06-13-2008, 12:38 PM

Stale_Hotdog · 06-13-2008, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by EliseAtLeast

Wow! Talk about after-sales service. Look what just came in the mail. Thats right. The latest Exige specific bracket. I didn't even request for one since I thought my zip-tie solution was pretty good

. Now the kit is absolutely perfect

.

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Wow, that looks good! Mine is in the mail. I can't wait to install it. It looks like the dimensions I gave were correct whew. Saikou really is an outstanding company!

Stale_Hotdog · 06-15-2008, 10:14 PM

New Bracket installed.

Clean! Except for the water spots

Jean-Paul · 07-01-2008, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

No, but for $24 in parts from Autozone...

besides the enviromental issues are there any codes throwing with this setup (i mean dave's setup)? in my opinion and little experience i have it is much better to leave these fumes out of the engine. either in a can like this setup or directly through just air filters , but can mess up your engine with dirt.

BUT this setup i really like . what are the disadvantages of this setup ? DAVE have you measured ? plesae let us know . thx

Jean-Paul · 07-01-2008, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Did that a couple years back, and have had zero icing issues even here in Ohio.

does this bypss also work with the supercharger ?

Dave · 07-01-2008, 05:46 AM

PM replied to Jean. And yes, the coolant bypass works just fine with a s/c car.

Johnny B · 07-01-2008, 08:07 AM

I have the ported TB and bypassed the coolant when I installed it several years back. No issues since I've added the S/C.

Dave, are you still using the ported TB?

06-12-2008, 11:10 AM	#203 (permalink)
ZJChaser blah Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,198	There is a new bracket for the exige? __________________ AJ 06 Aspen White Exige - MWR Stage 4 motor : Exige S manifolds : MP62 : CharlieX Tune : FF 10psi pulley : RLS IC and pipes : Walbro 255 : RC550cc : Moroso Pan : VonHep Single : WR Race Header : JRZ DA Race Coilovers...(tons of other goodies)... 267hp/167tq at the wheels : Dyno

06-12-2008, 03:37 PM	#207 (permalink)
Johnny B No, it's not a Ford Lotus Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,611	Should I email Mr. Saikou, or just send payment via paypal with my address and note that this is for an Elise? __________________

06-12-2008, 03:55 PM	#208 (permalink)
John :panic: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,617	What the latest on Saikou's turnaround times? __________________ 05 "Elixige" w/ Stuff 06 Titan SE 4x4 - tow vehicle 07 Mazda 3S - 4-wheeled commuter 99 YZF-600R - 2-wheeled commuter

06-13-2008, 10:58 AM	#210 (permalink)
EliseAtLeast Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Posts: 756	Wow! Talk about after-sales service. Look what just came in the mail. Thats right. The latest Exige specific bracket. I didn't even request for one since I thought my zip-tie solution was pretty good . Now the kit is absolutely perfect . __________________ '07 Aspen White Exige S Touring, Traction, Starshield '06 Yamaha FZ6 Shift Red '04 BMW 330 ci White

06-13-2008, 11:00 AM	#211 (permalink)
LBC111 Dan D Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 1,303	OK... time to order one now! __________________ 07 Exige S: GG, Track Pack, V1, RV Camera, S111 CF roof and splitter, 4.5-lb Voltphreaks battery, 10-lb Von Hep Exhaust, Green filter, 265 crank hp +/-, Volk TE 37 Wheels, RTDbrace, Scroth 6-point ASM harnesses, W2A IC to come??, 1965 lbs total weight (est) 05 Elise: Storm Titanium, Sport, Touring, Stage II (SOLD) (May '05 - Sept '06)

06-12-2008, 02:10 PM	#205 (permalink)
Stale_Hotdog DENNAB Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 227	Since you're in So Cal ZJ chaser. You're welcome to pick up the exige specific bracket which mounts to the clam if you'd like or I could mail it to you. I didn't use it since I didn't want to drill into the clam.

06-13-2008, 11:48 AM	#212 (permalink)
Smoky Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 395	2nd try Do these need to be emptied or drained or cleaned out somehow? If so, at what interval, and how is that accomplished? __________________ -Smoky '07 Exige S, Chrome Orange, Track/Touring, LSD, Starshield, 2Bular 8x24, S111 Ultra Discs

06-13-2008, 12:38 PM	#214 (permalink)
Smoky Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 395	Thx! __________________ -Smoky '07 Exige S, Chrome Orange, Track/Touring, LSD, Starshield, 2Bular 8x24, S111 Ultra Discs

06-15-2008, 10:14 PM	#216 (permalink)
Stale_Hotdog DENNAB Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 227	New Bracket installed. Clean! Except for the water spots

07-01-2008, 05:46 AM	#219 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,618	PM replied to Jean. And yes, the coolant bypass works just fine with a s/c car. __________________ 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" . FF Damper . 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

07-01-2008, 08:07 AM	#220 (permalink)
Johnny B No, it's not a Ford Lotus Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,611	I have the ported TB and bypassed the coolant when I installed it several years back. No issues since I've added the S/C. Dave, are you still using the ported TB? __________________

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