Remember that the imported Evos are coming with a Motec ECU. That's not a cheap piece of hardware by any means. I think that neither method is better... just a matter of personal preference. I'm certain we won't get the same thing as the Japan spec Evo, but what that difference will be is not know yet. From my own experience, warranty has served me 0 benefits so in my case I think would want a imported Evo 7 once legalized.

I think the best benefit will be we can compare the RS2 spec to the US spec once it gets here and all enjoy our Evos equally on the track

Mark

 

sorry for this stupid question, but what does....say "182 at the wheels mean"? sorry to post it here but i just want an answer quick

 

182 at the wheels would mean 182hp measured from the actual wheels of the car. This is done on dynos like the dynojet of mustang dyno. The factory specs you see in magazines and brocures are measured from the Flywheel so they are higher. Most people will compare wheel hp dyno numbers because it's far too expensive and tedious to do an engine dyno.

Hope that helps,

Mark

 

ok, but by wheel hp standards, is that good

 

[B]blackevoVII,

yes, the imported car from E.I. will have at least a year's worth of warranty (I forgot if it was 1yr or 1.5yr). Since no Mitsu dealer knows about the Evo here, the way it works is you take your car to a mechanic you trust, he performs the work, and E.I. will pay the labor/parts cost.
Parts are within 36hrs away, so I am told.
Again, if you have specific questions about this issue, please direct them to E.I, as they can provide you with a more accurate answer than I can

Karl