MAG 322 Posted July 15 Author Report Share Posted July 15 Errgh, 3 questions I think to answer... Reason for black Alcantara; I intend to use more on other parts of the interior going forward and my seats are half leather/alcantara so kinda goes with that I think subtle contrasts work better than matching everything which can be evidenced in my choices for the exterior of my car Rear canards have minimal Aero effect to my knowledge but Lotus fitted them to the 380 in 2017 so I'm not sure what the intended purpose was other than looks, which is the primary reason I got them. I haven't fitted the spacer's yet, I should be due for new rubber in the next month or so at which point I'll get 285 rear tyres which is the primary reason for fitting the spacer's. I would of thought that 3mm would only produced a subtle visual difference. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 21 Author Report Share Posted July 21 Step one to custom aluminium stalks has worked I have take the stalks which are painted and rubbed them down to bare aluminium. My genius friend Jay has managed to make some super fiddly symbols in vinyl which I am going to use as a mask. I will then respray in black and remove the masks leaving the symbols in raw aluminium. This will be more durable than using stand alone stickers and a cheaper option for me than having them laser engraved. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 21 Author Report Share Posted July 21 Not too bad... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 22 Author Report Share Posted July 22 Both done now, pretty happy with the results. Not absolutely perfect but close enough. The wiper symbols were actually easier in the end despite the fact I expected them to be more difficult... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoflOnMyWaffle 309 Posted July 22 Report Share Posted July 22 I think that looks pretty damn good, nice one! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 22 Author Report Share Posted July 22 All done. Fitting was pretty straightforward... Just saw through the original stalks with a razor saw. The new stalks slip over the stubs and have grub screws that bite into the original plastic stalk bases. I applied loctite to the grub screws to prevent them loosening with use. Simply slip the rubber boots over the aluminium stalks, replace the steering wheel cowling trim and jobs a good en! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stephenwhyte 1,780 Posted July 22 Report Share Posted July 22 Looks good......nice personal touch Mark - that steering wheels crying out for a blue band instead of the red 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 22 Author Report Share Posted July 22 Funny you say that fella as it's next on my list 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 24 Author Report Share Posted July 24 Airbag cover done now, the alcantara spreads... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gold FFM C8RKH 5,713 Posted July 24 Gold FFM Report Share Posted July 24 Fancy doing my VX220 dash top for me? Seriously, all home done? Wow... Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! The first guy to ride a bull for fun, was a true hero. The second man to follow him was truly nuts! Link to post Share on other sites
MAG 322 Posted July 24 Author Report Share Posted July 24 1 hour ago, C8RKH said: Fancy doing my VX220 dash top for me? Seriously, all home done? Wow... That's very flattering but I'd probably be too nervous working on someone else's pride and joy... Yep, all done for the price of a pot of glue and some uncut alcantara off eBay 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post MAG 322 Posted September 18 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted September 18 Well ladies and gentlemen. It's been a while since my last update. I've been pretty busy with a new career change which I know is odd given the current climate but I'm hoping it will allow me to have greater lotus fiddling funds My car has been dropped off today as the guinea pig in a new and exciting Hell Slow product venture. I am, to be honest quite nervous as I think I am literally the first with this particular product but it has the potential to look very cool and unique. In the image below you will see we have a mock up of my retro fit real carbon fibre wheel arch louvres. The inside line of the blue tape denotes where the paint line will run to. The idea was that I wanted to create the impression of carbon blades Ala McLaren LT... The vent will be completely blended in with body colour other than the bladed areas. It will be underpinned with mesh to match my prodrive access panel and the whole front clam will be repainted. The work is being carried out by the very competent Robin at RJM in Stowmarket. After it is finished it will be driven home with protective film in place and the week after will go to MKS customs in Peterborough to have satin black vinyl reinstated around the headlights and on the lower front intakes. Finally it will be PPF'd and a new coat of Gtechniq. 5 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gold FFM C8RKH 5,713 Posted September 18 Gold FFM Report Share Posted September 18 Hmmm. Those would look lovely on my 410Sport Evora...... Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! The first guy to ride a bull for fun, was a true hero. The second man to follow him was truly nuts! Link to post Share on other sites
GFWilliams 1,897 Posted Friday at 14:57 Report Share Posted Friday at 14:57 @C8RKH - We have the mould now so can make more if anyone else wants a set 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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