I just got through upgrading my stock clutch to an ACT HDSS. This process is a pain
! It probably took 15 - 20 hours, although I did do a few small other projects (painted the calipers red, desnorked, changed oil and cleaned air filter). It seemed every step was harder than expected, with assorted 4 letter words peppered in. The biggest problem was stripping one of the larger bolts holding the under tray on. I had to take that piece to a machine shop and get it drilled out.
I just drove it for the first time and quickly noticed 2 things. First off, my breaks are awful. I bled and bled them, and thought there was no air left. I looked at the service manual and number 2 says, "Connect the Lotus Scan tool and select ABS and follow the brake bleeding instructions. Whilst this
automatic process is taking place (with all 4 calliper nipples open), gently cycle the brake pedal up and down whilst keeping the reservoir topped up, to move any air bubbles displaced from the ABS unit down the hydraulic lines. Finish by closing each nipple with the pedal down." I don't have a scan tool. Is this step necessary (I assume it is), if so, can it be done without a scan tool?
The second thing I noticed was this clutch sure grabs quick. I will have to learn to let out the clutch slower for normal driving.
When I get back from Jamiaca :coolnana:, in about 2 months, I plan on getting a VS II :clap:, thus the reason for the clutch upgrade. If anyone is interested in a stock clutch, with around 12,000 miles on it, let me know. You can have it, just pay for shipping!
Later gator.
Rick
I just drove it for the first time and quickly noticed 2 things. First off, my breaks are awful. I bled and bled them, and thought there was no air left. I looked at the service manual and number 2 says, "Connect the Lotus Scan tool and select ABS and follow the brake bleeding instructions. Whilst this
automatic process is taking place (with all 4 calliper nipples open), gently cycle the brake pedal up and down whilst keeping the reservoir topped up, to move any air bubbles displaced from the ABS unit down the hydraulic lines. Finish by closing each nipple with the pedal down." I don't have a scan tool. Is this step necessary (I assume it is), if so, can it be done without a scan tool?
The second thing I noticed was this clutch sure grabs quick. I will have to learn to let out the clutch slower for normal driving.
When I get back from Jamiaca :coolnana:, in about 2 months, I plan on getting a VS II :clap:, thus the reason for the clutch upgrade. If anyone is interested in a stock clutch, with around 12,000 miles on it, let me know. You can have it, just pay for shipping!
Later gator.
Rick