Spacers anybody?

[jamesgareth]

Again if you've had this conversation a million times can somebody please send the link. Thanks.

So.

Spacers.

Some love'em - some hate'em. What's the general consensus here? Anybody have them on? What size did you go for? Like the look? Notice any changes in handling? What do the hard-core Lotus people think? Got any pictures?

I was looking at the configurator and the way they show it the cars in there not only look like they've got spacers - but that they're also lowered (so Lotus themselves obviously don't have any objections - at least to the look - see below that's got spacers on it right?).

Not sure I want to lower mine - but I was thinking maybe some slight spacers? 15mm tops? 10mm all round? Slightly more at the back?

Any thoughts please send them in.

Cheers.

 

[jamesgareth]

Again if you've had this conversation a million times can somebody please send the link. Thanks.

So.

Spacers.

Some love'em - some hate'em. What's the general consensus here? Anybody have them on? What size did you go for? Like the look? Notice any changes in handling? What do the hard-core Lotus people think? Got any pictures?

I was looking at the configurator and the way they show it the cars in there not only look like they've got spacers - but that they're also lowered (so Lotus themselves obviously don't have any objections - at least to the look - see below that's got spacers on it right?).

Not sure I want to lower mine - but I was thinking maybe some slight spacers? 15mm tops? 10mm all round? Slightly more at the back?

View attachment 53696

Any thoughts please send them in.

Cheers.

Forget this thread - I've seen this has been covered earlier this month. I'll go read all about it there.

 

[675430VME]

Again if you've had this conversation a million times can somebody please send the link. Thanks.

So.

Spacers.

Some love'em - some hate'em. What's the general consensus here? Anybody have them on? What size did you go for? Like the look? Notice any changes in handling? What do the hard-core Lotus people think? Got any pictures?

I was looking at the configurator and the way they show it the cars in there not only look like they've got spacers - but that they're also lowered (so Lotus themselves obviously don't have any objections - at least to the look - see below that's got spacers on it right?).

Not sure I want to lower mine - but I was thinking maybe some slight spacers? 15mm tops? 10mm all round? Slightly more at the back?



Any thoughts please send them in.

Cheers.

You can go as much as 15 in the front and 12 in the back if you lowered, if not 12 is the safest bet for both front and rear. Mine is lowered with a 2 fingers gap and 12 all around. Pretty similar to the demo on the configurator.

 

[jamesgareth]

You can go as much as 15 in the front and 12 in the back if you lowered, if not 12 is the safest bet for both front and rear. Mine is lowered with a 2 fingers gap and 12 all around. Pretty similar to the demo on the configurator.

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Nice.

 

[allenyao09]

It seems the general consensus is that 12 mm spacer would be the best option since it's hub centric. Going anything below that would have risks of vibration. But it will also stick out a little bit if not lowered.

 

[seriously]

does anyone know if there are 5mm or 10mm spacers that are also hub centric? I know the 12mms are hub centric, but I don't want the wheels out that wide.

 

[Porter]

It seems the general consensus is that 12 mm spacer would be the best option since it's hub centric. Going anything below that would have risks of vibration. But it will also stick out a little bit if not lowered.

There's only a risk of vibration with a non-hubcentric ring if you don't snug up the lug nuts progressively and hand twist the wheel to promote centering. Pretty straightforward process but it does require attention to get right.

 

[crestima]

does anyone know if there are 5mm or 10mm spacers that are also hub centric? I know the 12mms are hub centric, but I don't want the wheels out that wide.

I just ordered these from the link below. They're made by PCD, a brand that I have purchased in the past. I have another version of PCD spacers currently on my Emira and I never experienced any vibration. The reason I'm switching to these new ones, is mainly because they are lighter weight. I ordered 10mm for front and 12mm for the rear wheels.

BONOSS Forged Lightweight Plus Wheel Spacers Hubcentric PCD5x114.3(5x4.5") CB68.1 AL6061-T6 for Lotus Evora 2016+ - BONOSS

Extremely Lightweight Design, Higher Performance Forged AL6061-T6 with Tensile Strength ≥310 MPa, Safer Multi-stage Hubcentric Design, More Stable at High-Speed, Safer ISO Grade 12.9 Wheel Bolts with Integrated Structure, Strength ≥1282 MPa, Safer Customized Only in 1-3 Days, OEM/ODM Available...

www.bonoss.com

Hope this is helpful.

 

[Robbierob]

I just ordered these from the link below. They're made by PCD, a brand that I have purchased in the past. I have another version of PCD spacers currently on my Emira and I never experienced any vibration. The reason I'm switching to these new ones, is mainly because they are lighter weight. I ordered 10mm for front and 12mm for the rear wheels.

BONOSS Forged Lightweight Plus Wheel Spacers Hubcentric PCD5x114.3(5x4.5") CB68.1 AL6061-T6 for Lotus Evora 2016+ - BONOSS

Extremely Lightweight Design, Higher Performance Forged AL6061-T6 with Tensile Strength ≥310 MPa, Safer Multi-stage Hubcentric Design, More Stable at High-Speed, Safer ISO Grade 12.9 Wheel Bolts with Integrated Structure, Strength ≥1282 MPa, Safer Customized Only in 1-3 Days, OEM/ODM Available...

www.bonoss.com

Hope this is helpful.

Do you know if the spacers have a valid TÜV report? Its mentioned on the website, but I can find reports only for the nuts.

Thanks

 

[crestima]

Do you know if the spacers have a valid TÜV report? Its mentioned on the website, but I can find reports only for the nuts.

Thanks

I don't, but since the spacers appear to be made by PCD, perhaps the best way is to contact them rather than the seller, Bonoss. I obtained my first order from them directly having e-mailed Charlotte at sales@pcdparts.co.uk . She was knowledgeable and very helpful. Here's the contact information, so you could try to obtain the report from them directly, if available.

 

[675430VME]

I don't, but since the spacers appear to be made by PCD, perhaps the best way is to contact them rather than the seller, Bonoss. I obtained my first order from them directly having e-mailed Charlotte at sales@pcdparts.co.uk . She was knowledgeable and very helpful. Here's the contact information, so you could try to obtain the report from them directly, if available.

Just so you know they are not made by PCD, Bonoss is a Chinese brand and the spacers are manufactured in China. It is one of the best manufacturers for spacers in China, so rest assured they are top quality.

 

[675430VME]

does anyone know if there are 5mm or 10mm spacers that are also hub centric? I know the 12mms are hub centric, but I don't want the wheels out that wide.

11mm is the minimum to go hub centric as far as I know, and will stay within the fender even in standard ride height.

 

[675430VME]

It seems the general consensus is that 12 mm spacer would be the best option since it's hub centric. Going anything below that would have risks of vibration. But it will also stick out a little bit if not lowered

It seems the general consensus is that 12 mm spacer would be the best option since it's hub centric. Going anything below that would have risks of vibration. But it will also stick out a little bit if not lowered.

You can do 11mm for hub centric if not lowered.

 

[675430VME]

does anyone know if there are 5mm or 10mm spacers that are also hub centric? I know the 12mms are hub centric, but I don't want the wheels out that wide.

I have asked a few manufacturers, and the minimum to go hub centric is 11mm, which is unnoticeable from a 10.

 

[GRP]

We have 12mm spacers in stock!
We also keep the extended bolts or stud kits in stock to accommodate the spacers install.
Silver or black to match your wheels.
https://www.gregsraceparts.com/coll...ts/new-grp-12mm-wheel-spacers-for-lotus-emira

 

[crestima]

11mm is the minimum to go hub centric as far as I know, and will stay within the fender even in standard ride height.

Not quite so as I have PCD 10mm ones currently on my Emira and they are hub centric and no vibration whatsoever.

 

[crestima]

Just so you know they are not made by PCD, Bonoss is a Chinese brand and the spacers are manufactured in China. It is one of the best manufacturers for spacers in China, so rest assured they are top quality.

Wouldn't be the least bit surprised that they are ultimately manufactured in China, as most things are nowadays, but what is surprising however, is that the description of the item by Bonoss clearly states "PCD 5x114.3"

 

[lynchy73]

Wouldn't be the least bit surprised that they are ultimately manufactured in China, as most things are nowadays, but what is surprising however, is that the description of the item by Bonoss clearly states "PCD 5x114.3"

I’ve got a set of the 12mm spacers supplied by the UK company. I believe they are also manufactured in the UK.

A famous Chinese brand (Bonoss) quite recently started supplying some spacers for the Emira. Their stuff is good quality and nicely finished, but are quite different in design and finish compared to the UK supplied spacers I have.

 

[MTV]

We have 12mm spacers in stock!
We also keep the extended bolts or stud kits in stock to accommodate the spacers install.
Silver or black to match your wheels.
https://www.gregsraceparts.com/coll...ts/new-grp-12mm-wheel-spacers-for-lotus-emira

Hi GRP. Just ordered those so hoping 12mm on stock height isnt too much. . I put a decent size order in along with Titanium studs and nuts. Whats the lead time on those?

 

[GRP]

Wouldn't be the least bit surprised that they are ultimately manufactured in China, as most things are nowadays, but what is surprising however, is that the description of the item by Bonoss clearly states "PCD 5x114.3"

PCD is a brand as well as a general term used with wheels and associated parts meaning "pitch circle diameter" So when they say PCD 5x114.3 that just wheels the wheel bolt pattern.