Hi guys, I'm new on here and to the DSM world, and so far I've found tons of useful info.

I've built lots of cars but at the moment I'm in middle of the EVO build, and needing a few tips from the experts...

Here, some of the motor's spec's so far:
* HKS GT3037S turbo kit
* HKS Kansai intake manifold
* ARC FMIC
* SARD adjustable FPR
* 1,000cc injector's
* Perrin fuel rail
* Walbro 255 LPH pump
* Custom intercooler piping, 2.5" and 2.75"
* Tial 50mm BOV
* Cosworth cylinder head, 1mm O/S valves, Ti springs etc
* Cosworth camshafts
* AEM EMS
* AEM wideband
* 3" downpipe, 3" electronic cut-out, 2.75" catback
* 4" custom intake and filter

I've noticed on here that a lot of people do not recomend the HKS turbo kit, especially the GT3037S kit. I decided to buy it because for this car, we wanted to use "niche brand" components - which goes against my general philosophy; I usually build my own turbo-headers and custom turbo-kits etc.

My doubts are basically the following:

* I am deciding on the clutch. The car will not be driven hard on a daily basis, nor will it be used often for drags (maybe never) but it will be used regurarily for tracks events. I am between an Exedy twin-carbon clutch and a cheaper ACT 4/6 puck HD clutch with prolite flywheel. What are your experiences with these clutches?

* I have seen lot's of talk about Ignition Amplifiers. Does the EVO IX benifit from an ignition amplifier and are they compatible with the AEM EMS?

* I am considering a vernier camwheel for the exhaust camshaft, will I see an advantage to turbo-spool or overall engine function?

* Looking into a W/A injection kit. We have 92 octane fuel (Mexico). This fuel, when combined with water/meth, what sort of boost should I be able to run while keeping motor safe - of course considering that the AEM's boost and AFR's will have an effect as well...I was thinking 25psi with W/A, and 22psi without...

* What do you think of the JIC coilover's?? I want to set the car for road and track use (not 1/4mile). Are these good value or should I look at another brand??

Well, onto some of the pictures:

 

nice. that turbo kit cost some cheese!

 

nice motor build! the HKS turbo set-up should be good if that's all the power your lookin for...

 

I have the 3037s kit going into my IX next week. I already have Cosworth 272 cams and hoping with good tuning on the Autronic the lag won't be too bad.. I've got an OS Giken Twin plate going in at the same time, the RC2D version which you may be interested in for your application.

Good luck with the build, looking forward to your results..

Brett

 

Nice Cosworth head and cams, also the HKS kit seems very interesting.
Good luck with the project

 

Nice alot of $ parts there

 

HKS kits are pretty! if i had the cash i would get one though the ETS is a really nice setup too.

go with the JIC flat 2s if you like JICs....although tweaks to the stock suspension (rear sway/bushings/alignment/tire) will do wonders as well.

 

nice but why would you run 2.75 inch catback on it?

 

I like the fuel rail

 

People say not to get there kits because the manifolds crack after some time. Since your doing hks why not get there clutch setup as well. As long as you dont drive the car daily you wont mind the clutch.

 

I use the Exedy Twin for road racing. The flywheel/pressure plate combo is heavier than stock, but does not seem to slow down engine response, but it doesn't speed it up either. The Exedy Twin has lighter clutch discs which allow for faster shifting than stock. It has held up to quite a bit of abuse so far. I think if engine response is key, maybe go with the ACT setup, if you prefer a better shift feel and ability to withstand just about any abuse, maybe the Exedy is the way to go.

As for the rest of the questions, I will let others respond.
Dan

 

Thanks for the tip

becuase the 2.75" was already on there, and as I am using a 3" electronic cutout I don't see the exhaust causing any restriction

I thought about going HKS clutch, but my research on this site turned-up some horror stories, but when it comes to somehting like clutches the will always be horror stories!!

thanks a lot for the response! And thanks to everyone who has taken the time to respond and also the MP's I have received

Just a coulpe of other pic's I have lying around....

 

Aparte from the JIC coilover's, does anybody else have input?

We have bumpy tracks down here, so I'm looking for something that will maintain some compliance.

Any thought's on the Greddy coilover's??

 

Volk Rims, AEM computer and wideband, Tial BOV, Turbosmart EBC, HKS turbotimer, carbonfiber doortrims, vortex generator, hood and front guards

 

almost the same like mine
my mod's so far
hks 272's
hks gt3037s full kit
hks type r inter cooler
hks intercooler piping
hks la twin clutch
hks f-con vpro
hks EVC
hks 1000cc injectors
hks fuel rail
hks spec r full titnum exhaust
hks valcon pro
hks valve springes
Arp head stud
hks 1.6mm head gasket
didnt get my hand on the car yet but i will very soon =)