In the third part of the Evora series staying at the back end, I look at the Subframe, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels and tyres chosen by Lotus for the Evora.
SO welcoming to find your brilliant presentations on the Evora, to which I have just purchased.. Your coverage, content and delivery is second to none.. The information is so valuable and so easy to follow.. A BIG thank you from NZ.. Best regards..
My favorite video ever. I can’t wait till the next one. I am glad about the clutch blooper, I became more Conscience of it and my clutch habits have improved and will continue. I will gladly help support your videos, they are priceless!!!! Thanks , Alan Travis
I'll admit that I've focused on shifting much more smoothly since hearing the 20,000 mile life. Likewise thrilled to hear about the 60,000 mile number.
Wow! These videos are fascinating. Even about 10 years of ownership, multiple cars, and active SCCA racing of the Evora platform, these videos have awesome details that I haven't seen. I would love to know what the spring/damper revisions were for the various years. I have so many questions actually!
Tony, another very interesting video from you. As a new owner of the Evora GT in the U.S. I wonder if you would consider a segment on 2020 and 2021 Evora GTs for the US market.
Fantastic series you've produced Tony! I have a question on the wishbone construction. You mentioned something about them being cast (4:10) yet they are claimed to be forged. They have a sandcast appearance and even what looks to to be a mold line. Can you clarify the manufacturing process a little deeper?
Hi James, Thanks for watching and your kind comments! I do state that they are Forged aluminium and the Lotus roundel is cast into them. Sorry that may be a bit confusing but the Suspension arms are definitely forged aluminium. Cheers Tony
Another terrific piece. One question: What factors go into choosing which tires and construction/compounds to fit on particular variants of the Evora? My 2010 S1 had Pirelli PZeros, while my '17 400 came with Michelin PSS. When it comes time for new tires, I am debating between the PSS and the PS4S. Thoughts?
Hi Peter, The tyre choice is made by the vehicle dynamics team, what used to be called the 'ride and handling' boys. During the development of the cars several options are tested to find which would be the best compromise. Many factors are taken into consideration but there will always be compromises, like grip, wear rate, compliance etc. I remember when the Eagle was under development that the first tyres tested were a bespoke Yokohama but eventually the Pirelli was chosen as they performed just as well and was an off the shelf option. So really it's a matter of what's about at the time that will do the job as an all rounder. The rule of thumb is though if it has more grip it will wear out quicker and visa versa! If you stick with what the factory fits then you know what you are getting and how it will perform. If you fit an alternative then only you will determine if it is better or not. Tyre can be a bit personal a bit like suspension settings, one may suit one person but not another! Hope this has helped in some way. Cheers and keep enjoying your Lotus! Tony
For your middle section will you be touching on the fuel cell and the changes there between the S1 and S2? Also would it be possible to update the titles to include the content i.e. "Evora Part 3 Rear Subframe, Suspension & Brakes" for quick reference later? Thanks for the great series!
Hi Tony In your opinion is the certificate of provenance worth it if all we are interested in is the built sheet and stats? E.g. I know my gt is one of 259 for MY2020 in the North American Market but that’s all I know and the other stats interest me but not sure I want to shell out for the rest of the items in the package.
SO welcoming to find your brilliant presentations on the Evora, to which I have just purchased.. Your coverage, content and delivery is second to none.. The information is so valuable and so easy to follow.. A BIG thank you from NZ.. Best regards..
My pleasure! 👍😃
My favorite video ever. I can’t wait till the next one. I am glad about the clutch blooper, I became more
Conscience of it and my clutch habits have improved and will continue. I will gladly help support your videos, they are priceless!!!!
Thanks , Alan Travis
Thanks Alan, hope your clutch life has been extended!
I'll admit that I've focused on shifting much more smoothly since hearing the 20,000 mile life. Likewise thrilled to hear about the 60,000 mile number.
Hi Sam, yes, sorry about that blooper but hopefully your clutch life has now been extended!
Another great video and count me in for Patreon membership!
Hi Josh,
Thanks for that!
I'm working on the announcement video over the coming week, putting things together, so keep an eye out for it!
Cheers
Tony
It's live now mate!
@@lotuscarguru3656 I’m now a member! :)
The single spoke Evora GT / 400 series wheels are some of the best OE wheels out there IMO. "Job done!"
Wow! These videos are fascinating. Even about 10 years of ownership, multiple cars, and active SCCA racing of the Evora platform, these videos have awesome details that I haven't seen. I would love to know what the spring/damper revisions were for the various years. I have so many questions actually!
Thanks for your kind comments!
Great video can’t wait to you start on the Lotus Elise !
Hi James, Yes, that will take some work but it is in the pipeline. 👍
Thanks for the film
Hi Sean, Always a pleasure mate!
Well appreciated by the petrols on the other side of the pond M8
Fantastic, keep them coming, many thanks
Thank you, I will! 😊
Thanks for another great video Tony! I’ll be happy to support the channel via patreon too
Tony, another very interesting video from you. As a new owner of the Evora GT in the U.S. I wonder if you would consider a segment on 2020 and 2021 Evora GTs for the US market.
Thanks Tim. I’ll certainly give it some thought.
Fantastic series you've produced Tony! I have a question on the wishbone construction. You mentioned something about them being cast (4:10) yet they are claimed to be forged. They have a sandcast appearance and even what looks to to be a mold line. Can you clarify the manufacturing process a little deeper?
Hi James,
Thanks for watching and your kind comments!
I do state that they are Forged aluminium and the Lotus roundel is cast into them.
Sorry that may be a bit confusing but the Suspension arms are definitely forged aluminium.
Cheers
Tony
Another terrific piece. One question: What factors go into choosing which tires and construction/compounds to fit on particular variants of the Evora? My 2010 S1 had Pirelli PZeros, while my '17 400 came with Michelin PSS. When it comes time for new tires, I am debating between the PSS and the PS4S. Thoughts?
Hi Peter,
The tyre choice is made by the vehicle dynamics team, what used to be called the 'ride and handling' boys. During the development of the cars several options are tested to find which would be the best compromise. Many factors are taken into consideration but there will always be compromises, like grip, wear rate, compliance etc. I remember when the Eagle was under development that the first tyres tested were a bespoke Yokohama but eventually the Pirelli was chosen as they performed just as well and was an off the shelf option.
So really it's a matter of what's about at the time that will do the job as an all rounder. The rule of thumb is though if it has more grip it will wear out quicker and visa versa!
If you stick with what the factory fits then you know what you are getting and how it will perform. If you fit an alternative then only you will determine if it is better or not.
Tyre can be a bit personal a bit like suspension settings, one may suit one person but not another! Hope this has helped in some way.
Cheers and keep enjoying your Lotus!
Tony
For your middle section will you be touching on the fuel cell and the changes there between the S1 and S2?
Also would it be possible to update the titles to include the content i.e. "Evora Part 3 Rear Subframe, Suspension & Brakes" for quick reference later?
Thanks for the great series!
Title updated. Yep, will be talking about fuel tanks.
Hi Tony In your opinion is the certificate of provenance worth it if all we are interested in is the built sheet and stats? E.g. I know my gt is one of 259 for MY2020 in the North American Market but that’s all I know and the other stats interest me but not sure I want to shell out for the rest of the items in the package.
Hi Rick, it’s nice but a lot of money for what it is.
Thanks so much for this series, your channel is amazing! Do you by any chance how many Evoras were produced worldwide including all the variants?
I'll try to find out for you.
And thank you for watching!
@@lotuscarguru3656 you’re welcome, we really appreciate your knowledge!
@@2D3DTechnologies Ok, the figures I have up to 2020 is 5932.
@@lotuscarguru3656 that is fascinating, thanks for much for the information!!
How do u tighten the emergency break cable?
Email me and I’ll run you through it.
thelotusguru56@gmail.com
Which was the ultimate Evora model for you?
I did like the GT410 Sport, not over the top and nice to drive.
@@lotuscarguru3656 very nice car though firmer than some at Lotus would have liked and where the Evora story ends of course. GTE (GT350) or GT430?
So it's all ReGoGo's fault.