I was going to attempt this but abandoned the project because I wasn't convinced a latch mount could be made that would not also, over time, damage/crack the clam. Not to say it hasn't been done.

If you haven't bought your latches yet I could sell you mine. Brand new, never installed. I have two of their matte black non locking latches.

 

I actually have been thinking about using these for either the access panels or some of the clam mounting points (like under the front bridge or by the rear scoops). I am using the aerocatch for the trunk lid and absolutely love it, but, as you noted, it is an Elise.

 

Those would be pretty easy to install on the access panels, I bet.

On my Elise, I've shed the hinges and latch and use 3 of these things. Instead of propping the trunk up on the prop, I prop it against the wall or lay it on the ground. (not to used a daily driver)

 

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind.

 

I've debated on doing this since I bought my Exige. I hate unhooking that d*amn release cable every time I need to open the rear clam.

This thread should help give you options. He used hood pins, but it would be exact same install for your quik-latch.
https://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f157/installed-hood-pins-replace-hatch-latch-89528/

 

Here are some pictures of the Dzuz fasteners used on my Reverie carbon rear hatch for the Exige.

San

 

I used to use a single aerocatch in the rear. It was positioned under where the rear center mesh used to be. Worked really well.

I also use quick latches for the side scoop and my new single skin hatch, they're great

 

Are there any systems like this that exist for our roofs?

 

The roof problem is there is nothing to attach to at the front. I use two quick latches at the rear which go to two pieces of L shaled aluminum bolted to the rear clam + two ratchet straps to the visor mounts in the front. I am not super happy with this, but I will get a cage sooner or later and redo it then.

 

This is how i deleted my trunk lid wire and replaced it with an Aerocatch.
Pictures are made during the install, so they are not "pretty"

I would like to fix the front clam with 4 Aerocatch, too the normal procedure is way to annoying with all that screws and spacers..

 

Does water get past the aerocatch? Are there seals?
It looks like an area where water may pool.

 

@ManuelG1986 thanks for the pics. Looks easy enough.

Where did you get the extra mesh to cover the sides?


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not until now.
And i drive it in heavy rain.

If water passes the Aerocatch, it is still outside the trunk seal.

 

I am considering this option. Can you
tell me which parts you used and if you had to
fabricate something or make it 'work'? The more I look
at your pictures the more it becomes appealing.
Is it tricky to fit your hand in the cavity and pull up the
latch? It looks like a tight fit.

Does the hatch feel more secure than as stock? Mine
wobbles from side to side easily with little hand pressure
and in turn the wing is wobbles as well.
-Robert