360R SV build in Northern California

[jmaz]

I really like how your car looks in solid yellow/gold with no stripes.  I didn't notice if you're planning on adding any, but it's a cool look as-is

[TorqueSpec]

4 hours ago, jmaz said:

I really like how your car looks in solid yellow/gold with no stripes.  I didn't notice if you're planning on adding any, but it's a cool look as-is

Thank you! No plans to add any stripes yet, though my son is lobbying me to add black stripes to the bonnet…

[jmaz]

15 hours ago, TorqueSpec said:

Thank you! No plans to add any stripes yet, though my son is lobbying me to add black stripes to the bonnet…

A black stripe + nose band like the old Lotus would look very slick.  Wasp-like. 

[IamScotticus]

a wrap can do it

[TorqueSpec]

Ha! I think I’ll wait a bit and decide if like the solid yellow first…

 

in the interim, installed CaterLEDs for the 3rd brake light and also 3D printed some mirror mounts for the Spa mirrors. I think both look great!

 

 

[jmaz]

20 hours ago, TorqueSpec said:

Ha! I think I’ll wait a bit and decide if like the solid yellow first…

 

in the interim, installed CaterLEDs for the 3rd brake light and also 3D printed some mirror mounts for the Spa mirrors. I think both look great!

 

 

 

 

What 3D print model did you use for the Spa mirrors?  Is it one that you can and are willing to share?  What type of print filament did you use?  I figured I'd try to get the Eccles version mounts from somewhere, but no idea how long that might take.  Ordering anything from the UK these days seems to be a crap shoot, what with tariffs, backlogs, etc.

[williamwashere]

@jmaz STLs here: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-N1xAZflfujHWm8XC1FcDFjQnePVB3mI

 

Found here: https://www.caterham7diaries.com/post/eccles-mirror-mounts

 

Print it in something that can handle UV from the sun!

[TorqueSpec]

51 minutes ago, jmaz said:

What 3D print model did you use for the Spa mirrors?  Is it one that you can and are willing to share?  What type of print filament did you use?  I figured I'd try to get the Eccles version mounts from somewhere, but no idea how long that might take.  Ordering anything from the UK these days seems to be a crap shoot, what with tariffs, backlogs, etc.

William is correct with the post and files. I grabbed the STL from there, then uploaded and ordered through Xometry (a contract 3d print company). I had them printed in Nylon 6 CF (carbon fiber), solid infill. It was about $50 shipped. 
 

They came out pretty much perfect. I did need to widen the hole for the door post - pretty minor!

[TorqueSpec]

SB100 process started! Got a temporary operating permit - now need CHP, BAR, and brake and light checks. Went to the Los Gatos DMV and they were helpful. Hopefully the paperwork is correct…

 

First full tank of gas!

 

[TorqueSpec]

Working my way through the SB100 process and getting some good miles on the car. Got the car aligned and she drives wonderfully! Now down to the last few small items (anti-submarine belts, snaps for floor mats, remaining interior rivers, etc). Plan to replace all fluids at 500 miles. 

[TorqueSpec]

Brake and light inspection complete. CHP and BAR next…

[jmaz]

On 5/17/2026 at 10:26 PM, TorqueSpec said:

in the interim, installed CaterLEDs for the 3rd brake light and also 3D printed some mirror mounts for the Spa mirrors. I think both look great!

 

 

 

Are you satisfied with the CaterLED 3rd brake lights?   Any issues with the installation?

[hahuang65]

@jmaz not OP, but I love my CaterLEDs. If you have a new build they're plug and play and awesome. No issues whatsoever and helps you be more discernable especially here in TX where I'm surrounded by trucks that are 8 feet tall. 

 

One thing to be aware of is if you install them horizontally on the top of the rollbar it'll interfere (and not be visible) with the hood or half hood. 

 

I installed mine on the vertical posts of the rollbar in case I want to ever get a hood. 

[TorqueSpec]

1 hour ago, jmaz said:

Are you satisfied with the CaterLED 3rd brake lights?   Any issues with the installation?

I love them - super easy to install and look great. Also like that it’s a community member (and their kid) that are selling them. I’ll probably move them to the vertical mount position after I have my plates.