Bibs Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I fitted the S4s chip to my car on Wednesday; it's quite quick now, I mean, like, really quick in a rapid way. Popped over to see a pal yesterday and took him for a spin to illustrate the difference in the smoothness of the drive, better tickover and most of all, quicker torque delivery and more boost which lasts longer. To be fair, it's real quick, proper fast. During the drive after much screaming he began to yawn uncontrollably and when we got back he as good as passed out, rolling eyes and all sorts. This type of yawning by all accounts happens to roller coaster passengers and is the precursor to passing out and he's said that he's had enough, no more performance car rides for him. Previously he's been a hardy passenger, or at least he was. I've not had anyone pass out before, have I broken him? Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogerch Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 Did have an ex girlfriend who unable to speak or get out of the car for about 20 minutes. Don't know if it was permanent that's probably why she is "EX". Quote Life is like a sewer, what you get out of it, depends on what you put into it. (Tom Leahrer) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowpass5 Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 That is a great story! I am sooo jealous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matk Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I'd say he needs more training. If Laura can sit there calmly doing knit one pearl one, then no problem! Quote Regards Mat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obione Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 The yawning, rolling eyes, on the edge of passing out - reminds me of when I was younger and being treated to an Art gallery by a family member. I used to think it was the end of the world, but now I realise just how much fun it must have been! Quote This book is guaranteed to NOT change your life…but it does mention a Lotus Esprit...To enjoy this masterpiece, download Martin now. Simples!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul C Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 During the drive after much screaming he began to yawn uncontrollably and when we got back he as good as passed out, rolling eyes and all sorts. Change your socks mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advantage Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 quick, really quick, rapid, quicker, more, real quick, proper fast. So it's quite quick then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mangel Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 Sounds Just what I need!!! Had several people feeling sick and two who I've actually had to stop and let them throw up in the past but neve had a pass out. Obviously I'm not trying hard enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon350S Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I'll bung you a tenner for a quick ride, just to confirm your findings obviously! Quote Chunky Lover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gghc87 Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I fitted the S4s chip to my car Quote Cliff Men marry women with the hope they will never change. Women marry men with the hope they will change. Invariably they are both disappointed. : Albert Einstein Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I'd say he needs more training. If Laura can sit there calmly doing knit one pearl one, then no problem! Hey I do embroidery not knitting... anyone would think I'm some kind of old lady or something I think with me, other people's speed has never really bothered me. If I were to drive that fast I'd probably get out of the car with the shakes or something! Although maybe that's why I fall asleep in the car all the time when I'm not sewing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydclements Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 Ditto, it is a nice little upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted February 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I spoke to the guru at Lotus to ask if there was anything else needed to strengthen the engine before I popped this chip in but he was sure it will be just fine so yes, I'm very pleased with the performance. It does go! Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajheath Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 As Mario Andretti once said, "If everything feels under control, your not going fast enough" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeller77 Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I fitted the S4s chip to my car on Wednesday; it's quite quick now, I mean, like, really quick in a rapid way. Popped over to see a pal yesterday and took him for a spin to illustrate the difference in the smoothness of the drive, better tickover and most of all, quicker torque delivery and more boost which lasts longer. To be fair, it's real quick, proper fast. During the drive after much screaming he began to yawn uncontrollably and when we got back he as good as passed out, rolling eyes and all sorts. This type of yawning by all accounts happens to roller coaster passengers and is the precursor to passing out and he's said that he's had enough, no more performance car rides for him. Previously he's been a hardy passenger, or at least he was. I've not had anyone pass out before, have I broken him? I'm voting for narcolepsy or G-LOC... Lucky he wasn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinywillyuk Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 Bagsy the chip when youve finished with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doct93 Posted February 27, 2009 Report Share Posted February 27, 2009 I'm such a bad passenger that I go narcoleptic as soon as the engine starts. If I'm not driving, might as well sleep, that's my motto! Wish my cars were fast enough to stun passengers though - the best I've managed before was to drive fast enough in the MGB (with the top down) to blow my passenger's skirt up to an interesting position....... (by the way, it does have a V8 conversion and she wouldn't let go of the door handle!) Tim B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBredS4 Posted February 28, 2009 Report Share Posted February 28, 2009 Yeee-ha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyliesmith.com Posted February 28, 2009 Report Share Posted February 28, 2009 Nice work Bibs, sounds a treat !! Now youll just have to watch those speed cameras Quote No.23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Günter Posted March 1, 2009 Gold FFM Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 (edited) Bibs, why is it fast 'now' !? was that turbo glow and cool exhaust sounds at dunston just 'show & shine' and you've added the power now to match the rest of it all Edited March 1, 2009 by G Quote ********************************************************************* to name the things if I see them, that's what I call integrity.. ********************************************************************* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramjet Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 A mate of mine invited Liz and I to his wife's 50th. The only thing I had to bring was the car to take Kaylene for a run. So with lots of cameras going off and most of the party watching off we went. First time round the large block where they lived we got caught several times by other cars in front. So after that we go back to her house and Liz looks at me and says "Is that It?" So I backed out and we went again. This time, no cars. By the time we get back, Kaylene is laughing uncontrollably and can't get out of the car as she is shaking too much. So I cool everything down and then turn the car off and sit with her for another few minutes until she got her act together. It's a great feeling when you leave a passenger stunned. Quote All we know is that when they stop making this, we will be properly, properly sad.Jeremy Clarkson on the Esprit. Opinions are like armpits. Everyone has them, some just stink more than others. For forum issues, please contact one of us Moderators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katie Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 I vividly remember being left stunned, by my first ride in an Esprit. It was an S4, May 23rd 2001! Bibs have you any more bad-boy upgrades planned to add to your Esprit? My ears are still ringing from the back firing at the Pear Tree services last year, not to mention almost setting fire to my leg!!! Quote Just because you can, does'nt mean you should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 During the drive after much screaming he began to yawn uncontrollably and when we got back he as good as passed out, rolling eyes and all sorts. This type of yawning by all accounts happens to roller coaster passengers and is the precursor to passing out and he's said that he's had enough, no more performance car rides for him. Previously he's been a hardy passenger, or at least he was. I've not had anyone pass out before, have I broken him? Are you sure you weren't singing along with the radio, Bibs...? Quote Dan "He who dies with the most toys wins..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 LOL Bibs - well done, is this a Marcus special ? Quote facebook = jon.himself@hotmail.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted March 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 WC Engineering Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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