We have S1,S2 and Elise sections, but no Esthi section. Why not?
Because you’d only be talking to yourself !
How can you say that with 385 views with contributions from Rox Teddy, Pesky, SeanB etc?
Now that’s a car that would suit a Pesky wing and maybe then it could be deemed an Exige variant and Ken you could get your own section - you would have to promise never to take the lid off though
Conditions, conditions. I am a free man!
Conditions, conditions. I am a free man!
Yep, but this an Exige forum - have you considered I am a free man, not a number
Conditions, conditions. I am a free man!
Yep, but this an Exige forum - have you considered > I am a free man, not a number >
That’s who I had in mind.
Couple more pix taken during a Press jaunt
Love the rear opening clam, do you have access to any moulds, spares or other bespoke bits of the project?
Ken
Personally, I would love to follow your progress with this very interesting project, & would welcome your regular updates, a la SeanB & his race Exige development.
Furthermore, the Esthi is indeed unique (as far as I know?), in that it got official factory backing, plus it is based upon the Elise/Exige DNA.
Accordingly, I personally do feel it would be appropriate to open a seperate section for your project, as in my opinion it does merit it
PS Don’t put me down as a potential customer, though!
Love the rear opening clam, do you have access to any moulds, spares or other bespoke bits of the project?
I have located the clam makers and they are willing to sell me the moulds.
Ken
Personally, I would love to follow your progress with this very interesting project, & would welcome your regular updates, a la SeanB & his race Exige development.
Furthermore, the Esthi is indeed unique (as far as I know?), in that it got official factory backing, plus it is based upon the Elise/Exige DNA.
Accordingly, I personally do feel it would be appropriate to open a seperate section for your project, as in my opinion it does merit it
PS Don’t put me down as a potential customer, though!
SeanB has already made contact with a view to a closer inspection.
Unusually Lotus gave written consent for the developement of this car and the badging and name to B+D.
Two Esthis were made.An Audi powered one (mine) and a Rover 'K’turbocharged (250bhp). I am in contact with the German owner. Unfortunately his ‘K’ blew after 300km and the replacement engine lasted only 1300km. I understand he is looking to sell!
Probably of some importance is the fact that the logbook says Maker LOTUS, Model ESTHI.
Had to get a certificate of Conformity from Lotus and they mailed me and asked for some photos for their office!
I think I will end up putting up my own website for the Esthi. I still have my Audi S1 Exige so there is always reason to look in here.
Accordingly, I personally do feel it would be appropriate to open a seperate section for your project, as in my opinion it does merit it
What about a ‘Projects’ section then?
never mind all this where’s the bloody roof gone!!!
I bet it’s reight weapon!
Love the rear opening clam, do you have access to any moulds, spares or other bespoke bits of the project?
I have located the clam makers and they are willing to sell me the moulds.
So many questions, Mr Admin - could this site lend Ken a hand in allowing him a bespoke place to post?
Ken -
Would it be a major exercise to retro fit the clams to an ordinary car?
Any chance that Lotus could offer any assistance?
I am guessing that the front clam would be very straight forward. The rear is a bit more complex. because a fair weight acts down on the two swivel points and the current clam includes metal to spread the load. I am looking at doing CF clams from the moulds. Already had a couple of offers of help in that regard.
Don’t expect anything from Lotus. When I asked for the Certificate of Conformity they told me that it wasn’t strictly a Lotus. Then they changed their mind and also asked for a couple of pictures of it ‘for the office wall’.
By the way, I am not a newbie. I was one of the first to join this site, but I keep forgetting my password! I think I have 4 identities here.
What about a ‘Projects’ section then?
Here you go CLICKY
Hopefully it can keep busy enough to stay open !
Thank you.
you the man
Ken
i’d love to follow your progress in as much detail as you care to provide us… wether you get Esthi section or not
I’m not sure I would be bollxed to look at your own maintained website tho’ but if you came round here from time to time and proded us a bit then i’d still like to keep an eye on how you are getting on.
what kind of money would the clam moulds cost you ?
Rox
have a look in Projects - Mr Admin has kindly provided a bespoke section