Friday, December 12, 2025

Lotus Elise Front Clam Grill Replacement Tip



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The small grills that 'protect' the oil cooler are know to break off.  Replacing them requires removing the clam.  This is a process that takes hours so many folks simply live with a missing grill.  Jorge came up with a faster way to replace it but it does require drilling into a hidden part of the clam.  This is NOT a method for those of you who want to keep their car 100% original.  For those of you with Outlaws, this is a reasonable solution...

This Blog shows the images of the modifications without step by step written instructions.  This work should only be done if you are mechanically inclined with at least intermediate skills and appropriate tools.

Tools needed

A longer screw will be required


Note measure for hole position

Drill at an angle.  A long bit is required

Note position of hole.

Screw/washer is installed in this image

Screw is run through the plastic grill

Cover hole with vinyl decal or rubber plug

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