The Car
The team campaigns a 1995 Subaru Impreza, upgraded with a 2002 drivetrain. This 2 liter turbo, 4 cylinder engine paired with an all-wheel-drive system produces a formidable race machine that has been proven on the World Rally Championship for several years.
The car has been built by Streetwise Motorsports to the Rally America and NASA Rallysport Open Class regulations which allows for many modifications, and no corners have been cut. With power in the region of 200hp (down from the stock 227hp due to rally rules mandating a 34mm turbo restrictor) the car features a straight-cut dog change gearbox for reliability and faster shifting, saving precious seconds. The car has a water-sprayed intercooler, uprated rally center and front differentials providing a complete package that has sub 5 second 0-60mph times and a top speed of over 140mph!
Along with this the car features a fully integrated chrom-moly rollcage by Dave Turner Motorsports, extra chassis strengthening and seam welding, Kevlar race seats and 6 point restraint belts to keep the occupants safe in the racing environment. With an intercom between the driver and co-driver, and an accurate rally odometer, the communication is key to fast stage times and successful events.
Car Technical Specifications
Engine – Subaru EJ20 2.0 liter, 4 cyl, 4 cam, turbo.
- STi urethane engine mounts
Intercooler – STi oversize core
- Samco Silicon Hoses
- APS Blow Off Valve
- APS Water Sprayer
Transmission – Holinger Engineering straight-cut dog gears.
- Kartboy shifter bushings
Differentials – Front – KAAZ Limited Slip Differential
Center – STi 20kg Viscous Coupling
Rear – Subaru Limited Slip Viscous Coupling
Clutch – Clutchnet 6 puck sprung disc
- Clutchnet pressure plate
Cooling – Aluminum custom radiator
- SPAL cooling fans
Electrical – Subaru ECU
- Autometer gauges
- Terratrip rally computer
- Terraphone rally Intercom
Suspension – Sway-away custom struts
- Urethane bushings
- Custom Heim jointed rear links
- Reinforced front A-arms
Seats – Cobra Suzuka Gt Kevlar
Restraints – Schroth 6 point
Lights – Twin hood pods with Hella HID
Wheels and tires – Team Dynamics Pro Rally 15×7
- Pirelli
Braking System – Stainless brake lines inside car
- Braided brake lines to caliper
- Ferodo brake pads
- WRX brake rotors
Underbody protection – Aluminum skid plate
- High density plastic underbody protection
Sparco Steering Wheel
Custom spare tire mount
Battery relocated to trunk
WRC roof vent with “eyeball” directional vents
Custom 3inch quick release exhaust system
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