STM Ricer... 2011 Style

[4g63girl]

This is it. 8's or bust!

The 2011 rebuild is well under way!

Last year was a great run for the Ricer, we had it on the street, took it out to dinner, a few local meets, couple car shows, plenty of trips to Ohio for the IDRC Sport Compact Nationals, 2010 Buschur DSM Shootout, it appeared in D-Sport magazine numerous times and finally ended with it's own spread in the December 2010 Issue.











780 HP Dyno Runs:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoU2R...layer_embedded

9.2 1/4 Mile:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcvA9...layer_embedded

And plenty more videos of it in action on STM's You tube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/STMtuned

With a best time of 9.27@156.14, and topping out the dyno graph at 787 HP... I do not have a hard time saying this is one of the most beautiful Evo's alive. Yes, alive.

Since 2005 when we purchased it brand new, this car went from a DSM replacement/dd to what it is today: STM Shop/Show/Drag Evo. Each year sporting a different set-up and different goals. This car is in a constant state of Evolution.

This is the oldest picture I have of it:



I believe I deleted any evidence that it ever had clear taillights! The VII's were the very first mod to this car, done at a Carlisle P&S 2005, in the grass. Couldn't wait.

I could fill in the blanks from then to now, but I have about 2000+ photos of this car, and not at all ashamed to say I look forward to taking 2000 more! {thumbup}

There are plenty here:
http://www.streettunedmotorsports.co...m_ricer_09.htm

This is the most recent and detailed mod list I have for it (as listed in the December D-Sport 2010 Issue {thumbup})

VEHICLE INFORMATION-
Year / Make / Model: 2005 Mitsubishi Evolution VIII SSL
Chassis Code: CT9A
Vehicle Weight: 2600
Launch RPM: 6500
Shift RPM: 8400
Redline RPM: 9500
Peak Boost: 43 psi
Fuel: Ethanol



ENGINE INFORMATION-
Engine Code: 4G63
Displacement: 2.0
Peak Horsepower (@ RPM): 783
Peak Torque (@ RPM): 514
Dyno Type: Mustang
Engine Builder: Buschur Racing
Camshafts: STM 650
Valves / Springs / Retainers: Supertech
Head / Main Studs: ARP
Cam Gears: HKS
Timing Belt: HKS
Intake Manifold: Driven Innovations
Throttle Body: Buschur Ported
Air Induction System: None. Straight Turbo
Fuel Injectors: Injector Dynamics 2000
Fuel Delivery System: STM Fuel Rail, Feed & Return Kit
Engine Management System: AEM EMS
Engine Management Tuner: Emery Kapral @ STM
Boost Controller: Hallman Pro
Ignition System: Buschur / SparkTech Coil On Plug
Spark Plugs: NGK
Exhaust Manifold: STM Forward Facing Turbo Manifold
Exhaust System / Downpipe: Buschur / STM
Wastegate: TiAL 44
Blow-Off Valve: Tial Q
Intercooler: Buschur Race Core / STM Piping
Nitrous Oxide: None
Cooling System: Custom STM / Small Koyo / Samco Hoses
Performance Electronics: Very Little

TURBOCHARGER-
Turbocharger: PTE 6765

CHASSIS / DRIVELINE-
Coilovers: D2 Custom Spring Rate
Control Arms: Agency Power
Rear Diff Support Bar: Buschur Lightweight
Rear Diff Side Support Brackets: Buschur Lightweight Aluminum
Front Cross Brace: Buschur Lightweight
Driveshaft: AWD Motorsports Lightweight Aluminum
Transmission: TRE Stage 2.5
Transfer Case: TRE
Rear End: TRE
Clutch / Flywheel: Exedy Triple Cerametallic HD / STM Clutch Fork Stop
Clutchline: STM Stainless Upper & Lower
Axles: Stock
Wheels: Volk TE37 15 x 7.5
Tires: M&H Slicks
Brakes: The Brake Man Drag Kit


INTERIOR-
Cage: IHRA 8.50 Certified
Seats: Sparco Sprint V
Harnesses: RJS
Steering Wheel: Sparco Lap 5
Gauges: AEM Digital

EXTERIOR-
AMS Carbon Fiber Roof
Seibon Dry Carbon Hood
Seibon Dry Carbon Trunk
RexSpeed Carbonfiber Front Lip
CarbignCraft Radiator Shroud
STM Radiator Bracket
Evo VII Taillights
Evo IX Japanese Rear Bumper
Smoked Headlights
STM Smoked Markers
Simpson Parachute



We sent the block to Buschur to look it over and make sure everything was ok, check tolerances, stretch and all that. The block was just fine, this is the same exact motor as last year. We put on fresh, clean new OEM pulleys and front cover, belts, etc.















STM 650's all lubed up:










































Staging Brake:




Working on a new catchcan design:









Still need to drill in the new ports on the valve cover for "Johnny 5" which is coming along slowly:













Finally got her back on the ground for a bath.

Sometimes I forget how awesome it is. The paint is like glass. No divits or ships or dings. Glass. I really love this car.













It's in there... not 100% but there.

[4g63girl]

STM would like to thank our newest SPONSOR:



The Ricer will be running FIC's 2150's this year!



Thanks again FIC!



Trying out a smaller M&H...









MUCH better!

Emery has some suspension adjusting to do, but the Volks look much better than the balloons they were on.

And thank you once again to Buschur Racing for helping us out with this new Race Front Mount! (Ricer ran this same core last year too... but I stole it to use on my black car )








Tilton is back from being refreshed!










That's where we are today. The guys are putting in the Tilton now. Transmission is out at TRE getting checked over and I'll keep you updated as more parts roll in! Won't be long now!

Thanks guys!
-Shawna

[Lonnie gandee]

My favorite quote from the DEC turbo article.....

" Could you drill into your VE-37's"

[4g63girl]

My favorite quote from the DEC turbo article.....

" Could you drill into your VE-37's"

Seriously, that was really hard to witness!

[David Buschur]

One of the nicest EVOs of all time.

[blackout]

Love this evo . Can't wait to see what she does this year!

[sbstar]

I have to admit this is my favorite evo out there right now, no offense to the bad bish but I absolutely love the look/style of this evo over anything else I've seen. Plus the way it's setup and runs! Can't wait to see 8's this year! Good job STM!

[Spoolin0nYou]

My favorite quote from the DEC turbo article.....

" Could you drill into your VE-37's"

What's the deal with the drilled TE-37's?

[Lonnie gandee]

What's the deal with the drilled TE-37's?

TE-37..duh... I knew it sounded goofy....Thanks mike

To much power breaks the beads man!!!

[4g63girl]

The tires were spinning on the rim! We dotted them and marked their location... And sure enough, they spun. Sends the wheel off balance. Emery said it would shake like crazy up top at the track. After drilling then it stopped. so it was worth it.

Thank you for the comments! This year should be crazy for everyone. There's a lot of really awesome cars this year!

[Spoolin0nYou]

Makes sense, I guess. Wouldn't bead-lock wheels be preferred over drilling into the wheels? Do the screws actually go through the bead of the tires? I imagine they do. If so, how well do they hold air?

Sorry for the questions. I worked in a custom wheel/tire shop for a while, and can't fathom drilling into the beads of an expensive set of wheels in lieu of buying proper wheels for the application.

[mullen]

i dont imagine they mount the screws all the way threw the bead...maybe 3/4 at most just to hold them in place

[8thWonder]

My favorite part of this car...the paint. When you see it in person, the color pops out at you. Props.

[4g63girl]

Thanks! Dave Buschur once asked Emery what kind of wax I used on it... he replied "All of it!"

Every time I get a new wax, I try it out on the Ricer... and it's always awesome.

About the bead/tire/drilling, I'll have to let Emery answer that.

[drewboi]

dident bad bish have a tilton when dave was shootin for 8's last year?

[shrek]

Nicest Evo Ever!

[4g63pwrr]

I must say when I first saw emery's car I really really wanted a Evo because of looks but once I seen video's of Mr buschur's car, stm's car and a local legend ricky @ Top level car run I have been a dsm/Evo since and I got a crazy itch for more and more power!

Keep up the great work guys I cannot wait to take a trip up to your shop this year keep up the good work.

[4g63girl]

It's heeeeere!

[David Buschur]

No offense taken on liking this car over the Bish! haha The Ricer is one of my favorites too! Definitely the nicest EVO race car of all time.

[4g63girl]

Thanks David!

...she needs another bath, though, but finally up on a lift. Maybe we will see some progress soon!