Evolution of Equivalence: Takeru Shinno's 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII (CT9A) - Essentials

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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