A&Q about Lotus
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Well, decided not to opt for the quick release undertray kit that I had on my first elise. Instead I changed out the hex head bolts for stainless steel socket head cap bolts and washers.
A big weight penalty to pay tho. .0002 oz. additional weight per bolt, but think the washer I used is lighter (a #10).
I found these socket heads to be much easier to remove than the hex heads. A trivial mod but what the hell, I was bored tonight!
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Originally Posted by zvezdah1
A big weight penalty to pay tho. .0002 oz. additional weight per bolt,
You should know better than to add weight.
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Originally Posted by zvezdah1
Well, decided not to opt for the quick release undertray kit that I had on my first elise. Instead I changed out the hex head bolts for stainless steel socket head cap bolts and washers.
A big weight penalty to pay tho. .0002 oz. additional weight per bolt, but think the washer I used is lighter (a #10).
I found these socket heads to be much easier to remove than the hex heads. A trivial mod but what the hell, I was bored tonight!
I did the same thing
Quick to get off with a "T" handle scocket wrench.
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Can't wait to change out for titanium socket heads!!!!
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If you already don't have one, I would suggest purchasing a small electric impact for the bolts..
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Does anyone have a handy online link where I could buy replacement bolts for the entire bottom that will resist rust (or won't rust at all)? I noticed some blemishes on the larger hex-head bolts covering the engine bay last time I did an oil change.
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by choi0706
If you already don't have one, I would suggest purchasing a small electric impact for the bolts..
An impact, even a small one, would apply too much torque to the bolts - you could easily snap one or two.
A cordless screwdriver would do the job, or even an torque adjustable cordless drill with screw driver bits.
If you really want to do it right, get a small air compressor and a 1/4 inch air ratchet. There are even small, "real" air compressors available for around $100. You can find a 1/4 air ratchet cheap at places like Harbor Freight - that's where mine came from...
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I have a 1/4 air ratchet, but the "T" handle socket head driver is so easy I don't bother turning on the compressor.
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Originally Posted by Obsidian
Does anyone have a handy online link where I could buy replacement bolts for the entire bottom that will resist rust (or won't rust at all)? I noticed some blemishes on the larger hex-head bolts covering the engine bay last time I did an oil change.
Thanks!