The Pits Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 Looks great. Makes the car look even meaner somehow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Sports Cars Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 Hope it went well for you @blindside 1 Quote Simply Sports Cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pits Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 I'm interested to see how it attaches to the floor of the +0 area. Neat install, however it was done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM blindside Posted February 14, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Jonny, they've engineered a 2:0 solution using a bespoke machined alloy block that is then bolted directly to the subframe (where the rear seat belt base clip-in would be located in 2:2 mode). By personal choice I used stainless steel bolts to do this rather than those provided despite the weight gain A small square indent is made with a stanley knife or hacksaw in the middle base of the rear backrest panel. This provides clearance for the rear mount. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruss Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 @blindside Have you done any long trips in those seats yet? They look good, especially with the harnesses. How comfortable are they for long journeys? Currently I do the occasional day trip, stay overnight, do a td, stay overnight again, and then do the day trip back home. I need not to have a numb bum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM blindside Posted February 14, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 @Bruss Personally I find them very comfortable; although I do like really firm seats where you feel locked in place. I've done 5 hours at a stretch in the car, which was OK ( no numb bum & my ass is not that fat). However, that said the seat base is comparatively short length-wise for me at 6" 2 which reduces the thigh support. This caused a little strain on the legs after a couple of hours when using the pedals. (It gave me the excuse to stop for a coffee and stretch off). They are definitely more wooden windsor back than parker knoll recliner in the comfort stakes. The harnesses work very well with the seats (as per the Exige) and will obviously make a big difference to the on track driving experience. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruss Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Ta. Got me thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxy Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 @blindside Looks great, but sorry, your harnesses are fitted incorrectly. The ASM strap should be inboard for both seats. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted February 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 @Bruss, I can get a set of those seats for £1,500 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...
Gold FFM blindside Posted February 14, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 50 minutes ago, Foxy said: @blindside Looks great, but sorry, your harnesses are fitted incorrectly. The ASM strap should be inboard for both seats. Eagle eyed! I am aware of this & thanks for alerting . The straps that arrived from Aus were both for LHS fitment. In the process of getting the correct inboard strap for RH drivers side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKevlarKid Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 2 hours ago, Bibs said: @Bruss, I can get a set of those seats for £1,500 New? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted February 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Yup 1 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...
Bruss Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 @Bibs You have mail 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted February 14, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Bargain for OEM of that quality Quote I came into this world screaming and covered in someone elses blood. I'll probably leave it in the same way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruss Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 18 hours ago, Foxy said: @blindside Looks great, but sorry, your harnesses are fitted incorrectly. The ASM strap should be inboard for both seats. Interesting. Why is this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM CocoPops Posted February 15, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Anti SubMarine.. https://www.schrothracing.com/technology description half way down the page. Quote Current: 2021 Lotus Elise Cup 250 FE in Isotope Green, Red Alcantara Interior, Carbon Aero Kit, AirCon, Carpets & Mats, NVH pack, Cruise Control, Stereo, Red Calipers. Now Gone: 2018 Lotus Elise Sport 220 in Metallic Blue, Alcantara Pack, Forged Wheels, 2piece brakes, AirCon, Hard/Soft Tops, Red Calipers, Stereo, Interior Colour Pack, NVH Pack, Carpets, Mats. Previously Owned: 2016 Lotus Evora 400, 2010 Lotus Evora NA, 2003 VX220 Supercharged, 2001 VX220 Lightning Yellow Follow my Lotus journey here: http://www.FaceBook.com/HandmadeInHethel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruss Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Ta, I know what it is. Just wondering why it is handed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal H Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 I was told it's because it 'points' you in the direction of the door following a major shunt, which may be useful if you're a bit disoriented following an impact hard enough to trigger it. I think that's why when you order them you specify whether you want left or right hand seat version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy1969 Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 On 14.2.2018 at 14:53, blindside said: @Bruss Personally I find them very comfortable; although I do like really firm seats where you feel locked in place. I've done 5 hours at a stretch in the car, which was OK ( no numb bum & my ass is not that fat). However, that said the seat base is comparatively short length-wise for me at 6" 2 which reduces the thigh support. This caused a little strain on the legs after a couple of hours when using the pedals. (It gave me the excuse to stop for a coffee and stretch off). They are definitely more wooden windsor back than parker knoll recliner in the comfort stakes. The harnesses work very well with the seats (as per the Exige) and will obviously make a big difference to the on track driving experience. If you are able to drive "couple of hours" with that small fuell tank of the Evora you should check your speed ;-) Normally the fuel light went on after 300 km, if driving on an empty motorway (rarely) the fuel will last even shorter..... Therefore the fuel capacity makes nearly all kind of seats acceptable (after nearly six years I am more than ever a fan of the original recaros) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted February 15, 2018 Gold FFM Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 I love the Recaros. So much so I even have a spare set in charcoal. Quote I came into this world screaming and covered in someone elses blood. I'll probably leave it in the same way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pits Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Yes, best seats for the car. Also the heaviest. I like the weight saving for the 410’s and 430’s but wouldn’t swap the Recaros for anything on an S1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruss Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Yep, best for comfort but I think that Bibs seats may save me a bit of weight for track day outings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Colin P Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 On 15/02/2018 at 17:13, The Pits said: Yes, best seats for the car. Also the heaviest. I like the weight saving for the 410’s and 430’s but wouldn’t swap the Recaros for anything on an S1. The Sparcos are good, but agree, given a straight choice I’d have the Recaros. 1 Quote Blessed with the competence to be a slave to the incapable. Currently without a Lotus, Evora 400 Hethel Edition in Racing Green with Red leather and 2010 Evora N/A in Laser Blue and 1983 Lotus Excel LC Narrow body in Ice Blue all sadly gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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