ESSENTIALS
Vehicle: 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII (CT9A)
Owner: Takeru Shinno
Location: Fukuoka, Japan
Built by: Hara Tire
Engine: Mitsubishi 4G63T 2.0L I-4
Horsepower: 400 hp
ENGINE
- HKS (F-CON V Pro computer, EVC 6 boost controller, spark plugs, oil cooler)
- Tomei (ARMS M7960 turbo kit, 255-lph fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, 600cc fuel injectors)
- ARC intercooler
- Carbing intake box
- Aftermarket camshafts
- Koyorad 2-layer radiator
- Samco silicon hoses
EXHAUST
- Tomei (Expreme Ti exhaust system, exhaust manifold, turbo outlet, front-pipe)
- ARC exhaust manifold thermos cover
DRIVETRAIN
- ORC (twin-disc clutch, lightweight flywheel)
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
- Ohlins PCV coilovers
- Swift springs – 16 kg (f), 14 kg (r)
- Megan Racing suspension arms
- Okuyama roll cage
WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES
- WORK Meister M1 wheels – 18x11 (f/r)
- Advan Neova tires - 255/40 R18 (f/r)
- Racing Gear brake rotors
- Dixcel brake pads
INTERIOR
- Keys Racing steering wheel
- Recaro racing seats
- Takata harnesses
- Defi gauges (oil temp, water temp, boost)
EXTERIOR
- VOLTEX Cyber Circuit body kit (front bumper, rear bumper, canards, diffuser, front fenders, rear over-fenders, carbon fiber GT wing)
- Mitsubishi EVO VIII (headlights, taillights)
Contributor: Jean-Christophe Pepino
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