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Ok, so it seems that I'm going to need to address this sooner than later. Since the availability for tires on my '93.5 are no longer available and finding streetable replacements seems extremely limited, it looks like my only choice is to get wheels. While I'm at it, since the brakes are OEM, I figured might as well upgrade these as well. The stopping power is just miserable and feels unacceptable. I'm a "function over fancy" kind of guy and don't intend to ever track this car.
I spoke with JAE about the shock dampeners (rear is leaking) and they don't carry Lotus stuff. They mentioned AVO, but I've heard bad things about these folks. So, I'd just assume go with those who've forged this path already and see what you all did/recommend.
So, here are my questions:
* What wheel set would you recommend for this car that would provide the most availability? What extra work would it take to fit these to the car, i.e. spacers, extra parts, etc.? I prefer the OEM look over any of the fancy options and am not made of money.
* Again, function over fancy, what brake kit would you go with? Who might have the best price on your recommendation? I believe the fronts have the steel braided lines from JAE, but I'll need to get them for the rear
* What tires would you recommend for the wheel set? I don't intend to let her out in the rain intentionally, so a summer tire would be ok I'm thinking.
* For the suspension, would you go ahead and replace the springs while tending to the shock absorbers?
I know I'm probably going to have to spend around $6k for everything.
Any/all feedback is extremely welcome.
I spoke with JAE about the shock dampeners (rear is leaking) and they don't carry Lotus stuff. They mentioned AVO, but I've heard bad things about these folks. So, I'd just assume go with those who've forged this path already and see what you all did/recommend.
So, here are my questions:
* What wheel set would you recommend for this car that would provide the most availability? What extra work would it take to fit these to the car, i.e. spacers, extra parts, etc.? I prefer the OEM look over any of the fancy options and am not made of money.
* Again, function over fancy, what brake kit would you go with? Who might have the best price on your recommendation? I believe the fronts have the steel braided lines from JAE, but I'll need to get them for the rear
* What tires would you recommend for the wheel set? I don't intend to let her out in the rain intentionally, so a summer tire would be ok I'm thinking.
* For the suspension, would you go ahead and replace the springs while tending to the shock absorbers?
I know I'm probably going to have to spend around $6k for everything.
Any/all feedback is extremely welcome.