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EVO-X H&R Trak Spacers 25mm and XXR 521 Wheels Install

Posted: 9th August 2010 by admin in Installations, Wheels & Tires
Tags: 25mm Wheel Spacers, EVO 10, EVO-X, H&R Trak Spacers, Mitsubishi EVO, Wheel Spacers, XXR 521, XXR Wheels

EVO-X with XXR 521 Wheels & 25mm H&R Trak Spacers

We have changed the wheels on our EVO-X and gone to an 18×10 +25 XXR 521 wheel wrapped in 255/40/18 tires. To achieve caliper clearance on the front we needed about 23 mm of spacer to clear the brembo brakes. We placed an order for H&R Trak wheel spacers in 25mm width. These spacers are not listed in the H&R application list as they only list a 15mm kit specific for EVO-X. The 25mm kit is the same bolt pattern and center bore and is listed for 89-94 Eclipse in the H&R application guide.

When installing these spacers your wheels must have recesses in the rear of the mounting surface to allow the factory wheel studs to clear. The wheels we purchased do not have these provisions thus we had to shorten the stock wheel studs by about 2 threads. We first slipped the spacer on to check how far the wheel studs extended through and marked them to give us a reference of where to cut. Next we removed the spacer and installed open ended lug nuts to the mark on the wheel studs where we needed to trim to. By using masking tape to keep the lug nuts from spinning we then used a right angle grinder to take about 1/4″ of length off each wheel stud. Once the length was correct we made sure to clean up the ends of the modified wheel studs and then backed the lug nuts off. Once they were off we also cleaned up the edge of the wheel stud with a small file. Below you can see what the spacers look like when bolted to the wheel hub.

Now that we have achieved proper clearance with the wheel studs we torqued the lug nuts to 80 ft pounds and moved ahead to test fit the wheels and check for caliper clearance as well as the outer wheel clearance in relatation to the fenders.

We have now confirmed that we have proper caliper clearance and the outer lip of the wheel will give us the ultra aggressive look we are going for. We had the tires installed on the wheels and now ready to test fit the mounted rollers on the vehicle.

Next will will be showing you what we had to do to achieve additional fender clearance by removing the front fender liners and rolling the rear quarter panel fender lips using an Eastwood Fender Roller. Please check back soon.

EVO-X Photoshoot Weekend

Posted: 11th May 2010 by admin in Photo Shoots
Tags: EVO 10, EVO-X, EVO-X Body Kit, EVO-X Duck Bill Trunk, EVO-X Illuzion Body Kit, Photo Shoot

EVO-X Photoshoot Weekend 04-18-10

Check out the photos we took of our Project EVO-X in Central CA this weekend. New photos feature carbon fiber body kit and duck bill trunk from www.evoxtuning.com Click the photos to see full gallery of images.

08-10 Mitsubishi EVO-X Illuzion Body Kit Installed

Posted: 11th May 2010 by admin in New Products
Tags: Black Illusion Body Kit, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, EVO-X Body Kit, Illuzion Body Kit

Product: 08-10 Mitsubishi EVO-X Illuzion Body Kit

We have been working hard on our EVO-X GSR this week fitting lots of new carbon fiber parts. We just completed installation of the new Illuzion body kit which we had custom built in full carbon fiber for our vehicle and did a photo shoot to share with all our customers. We invite you to see all the photos here in our gallery.

We offer this kit for purchase in high quality fiberglass. As you can see on our car this is a very good fitting kit as we are not able to alter our finish at all due to being full carbon fiber. Any body shop with body kit experience would have no problems installing this kit. The front bumper retains the factory crash bar under the bumper cover and meets up with the air inlets in the crash bar. It also accommodates the bottom air deflector under the engine bay and also utilizes all the stock mounting points and inner fender liners. Please contact us if you have any installation questions on this kit.

Click here to view this body kit in our online store.

Installed photos 04/14/10

EVO-X Duck Bill Trunk Installed Photos

Posted: 11th May 2010 by admin in New Products
Tags: Carbon Fiber, Carbon Fiber Trunk Lid, Do Luck Style, Duck Bill Trunk, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X

Product: 08-10 Mitsubishi EVO-X DL-Style Duck Bill Carbon Fiber Trunk

This is the best fitting trunk we have test fitted here at Driven By Style LLC and used this trunk lid on our personal project car for www.evoxtuning.com

Installation is straight forward with no modifications at all needed. You simply unbolt the factory trunk lid and swap over the third brake light, trunk latch, wiring harness, and trunk lifters. The inner trunk liner installs on the new trunk and all mounting holes are pre-drilled. Also unlike the Seibon and Carbon Creations trunk the mounting brackets for the third brake light require no modification. The trunk fitment with all the panel gaps lined up very well and this took under 30 minutes to install which was shocking for a complete trunk replacement.

Tools needed: 10mm deep well socket, 12mm socket, 1/4″ drive ratchet, right angle pick.

EVO-X Carbon Fiber Fenders Installation

Posted: 10th May 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: Carbon Fiber, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, Fenders, Installations

June 13, 2008

Product: 08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Carbon Fiber Fenders (Pair)

We have completed test fitment on the new 2008+ Mitsubishi EVO-X Carbon Fiber Fenders by Racing Elegance. We have photographed the installation process to share with our readers and customers so they can see what is involved in installing this product on an EVO X.

Tools Needed: 10mm socket, 1/4″ drive ratchet, phillips screwdriver, right angle pick, cordless drill, drill bit set, hacksaw blade.

Installation Difficulty: Professional installation suggested.

Labor Time: 6-8 hours depending on experience.

Installation Process:

To install these fenders you will have to remove all the bolts and clips that fasten the front bumper, radiator cooling plate, head lights, side skirts, and front fenders on the vehicle. There are numerous clips and 10mm bolts that will need to be removed. Please look at the photos at the bottom of this article to see the locations that these bolts and clips reside in.

When the car has been stripped and these parts are all off the vehicle it is time to start prepping the new fenders for install. You will need to drill all the mounting holes in the fender. It is important to drill the holes oversized to allow for adjustment when on the vehicle to get proper panel alignment and consistant gaps.

You will need to swap the side marker lights, fender vent trim, and mounting clips from the OEM fender to the new fenders. The lower mounting clips that the side skirt and front bumper clip to on the fender will need to be slightly modified. The stock clips use a square mounting hole with a pressed in plastic clip. We drilled holes in the fender and then used stainless steel bolts purchased from a local hardware store to mount these clips to the new fender. The openings for the side market lights and the vent inserts may need some sanding or filing from the back side to achieve proper fitment. We spent about 15 minutes per side to swap all the OEM components over.

We suggest applying two layers of masking tape to the front edge of the door and the back edge of the fender to protect the finish in case these parts rub or touch during the install. Now that the fenders are ready to be installed we mounted them up on the car and got ready for mounting the panels. You will want to start with the top door jam bolt accessible from inside the passenger cabin when fastening the fenders on the car. This bolt will give you the alignment at the body line on the door and fender. Once this is lined up tighten this bolt down snug and start to align the remaining holes. We installed the top bolt near the windshield next followed by the lower door jam bolt from the wheel well side. Once you have those bolts installed it is time to mount the bolts in the fender rail under the hood. Check your gaps at the hood by closing the hood gently before snugging these bolts down. The remaining bolts can then be installed and the bumper reinstalled on the car. It is very important to align the gap at the door first and by following in this sequence you should yield the best results. We were able to achieve good gaps around all the panels and are very satisfied with the final installation. It took us about 6 hours to complete the install but we were taking our time and being careful with the installation so we could document the process and also have a quality finished install. We estimate it would take 3-4 hours if we were to do this again. The amount of stock hardware to remove and reinstall adds to the time involved in this project.

Photos:

Check out the photos below to see the car taken apart and the location of the mounting points and hardware.

Finished:

EVO-X ETS Intercooler Kit Upgrade Install

Posted: 10th May 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: ETS, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, EVO-X Intercooler, Extreme Turbo Sysytems, Installs, Intercooler, Intercooler Pipes

July 13, 2008

Product: 08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X ETS Intercooler Upgrade Kit

ETS Intercooler and piping upgrade installation.

Before you are ready to start installing the new parts you will want to lay out your new parts on a blanket or work table so that you can inventory all of the components that make up the kit. (Our pictures depict additional components from air intake kit as well as exhaust system.)

Once you have accounted for all of the parts it is time to start removing the front bumper from the vehicle as well as the radiator shield, blow off valve, blow off valve return line, air box or heat shield, and air inlet duct.

Tools Needed:

quarter inch drive ratchet
short extension
long extension
8mm,10mm,12mm sockets
8mm,10mm,12mm deep well sockets
straight screwdriver
needle nose pliers
standard pliers
right angle pick
phillips screwdriver

Once the bumper is removed and the intercooler piping mounting points are all accessible it is time to start loosening the factory clamps. We started by removing the top intercooler pipe first, and then removed the intercooler feed flange from the turbo. There is a gasket that is installed between the flange and the turbo so be careful not to damage it when removing the feed flange. Next we unbolted the lower cool side of the intercooler piping and started to snake it out of the engine bay in front of the driver side wheel well. Finally it was time to remove the stock intercooler by loosing the 12 mm bolts from the bottom and removing the side mounts from the hangers. Be careful when handling the intercooler and place it in a safe location when removed from the vehicle.

Now that the stock system has been removed it is time to start installing the new components. We installed the intercooler first, and then proceeded to install the intercooler feed flange to the turbo, then the upper hot side piping and then finally the lower cold side piping to the throttle body.

When you are installing the piping it is of ultra importance that all couplers have an air tight seal. It is tedious and time consuming to get all the connections made so we advise that you get all of the components in place and leave the coupler clamps loose so that any adjustments in piping alignment can be made to get the best fit. Once you have confirmed everything is lined up correctly you can start tightening the clamps starting at the turbo. Work your way forward on the system until all connections are air tight and firmly secured in place so that you will not have piping come apart under boost. After the new system is installed you will have to reinstall the blow off valve, blow off valve return line, air box or heat shield, and air inlet duct as well as the radiator shield.

We advise that before you reinstall all of the front bumper bolts and clips that you take the vehicle for a short drive to check for boost leaks. You will be able to feel and hear a significant boost leak and if you have a boost gauge installed in your EVO X this would be another great way to ensure that your connections are secure and air tight.

Completed Photos:

Additional products shown in the completed photos

08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Carbon Fiber Radiator Cooling Plate
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Short Ram Air Intake by Agency Power
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Agency Power Turbo Suction Pipe Kit
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Blow-Off Valve by Agency Power
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Blow-Off Valve Return Hose Kit
08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X 3pc Silicone Radiator Hose Kit

Product Review:

We were very pleased with the quality of the workmanship that went into building this kit. All of the welds looked really good and the parts fit perfectly. We did not have any issues with fitment whatsoever and the performance gains are very noticeable from the drivers seat along with the new free flowing ETS catback exhaust that we installed at the same time. We look forward to getting the car on a chassis dyno in the coming weeks to get a baseline of what the car is making before and after we start tuning the ECU. Stay tuned for an update.

EVO-X Agency Power Suction Pipe Install

Posted: 29th April 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: Agency Power, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, Suction Pipe, Turbo Inlet Pipe

July 2, 2008

Product: 08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Agency Power Turbo Suction Pipe Kit

We installed the first suction pipe we received from Agency Power today and are pleased with the fitment, product quality, and finished result. This pipe works in conjunction with the Agency Power Air Intake Kit by replacing the stock rubber tube connecting the mass air flow sensor to the turbo. The new suction pipe allows for less turbulent air flow from the intake filter all the way to the turbo. The hard pipe also eliminates any collapse or fluctuation that hoses can experience during hard acceleration.

What is included?

This kit includes the suction pipe, three silicone couplers, five hose clamps, one vacuum line, and one vacuum line threaded fitting with Teflon tape pre-applied.

How long does this part take to install?

Due to the cramped space in the engine bay it does take some patience getting the pipe aligned into place and all clamps secured tightly. In all you should expect to spend between 30 minutes to an hour to install this product in conjunction with the air intake kit.

What tools are required?

You will need a quarter inch drive ratchet, long extension, 8mm socket, 10 mm socket, and a pair of pliers.

Installation Directions.

Remove the blow off valve or re-circulation valve from the stock suction pipe and place to the side

Move the blow off valve return line out of the way.

Remove vacuum line connecting the suction pipe to the valve cover. Remove the air box or cone filter and mass air flow sensor and place aside. The factory hose clamps use 10mm bolts with a Phillips head.

Remove the stock suction pipe from the vehicle and disconnect remaining small vacuum line.

Install the threaded vacuum line fitting in the new suction pipe and fit the couplers and clamps.

Install the suction pipe on the turbo flange and connect vacuum lines. Only snug your hose clamps at this time. The provided clamps have an 8mm slotted head.

Test the alignment of the pipe with the blow off valve return hose as well as the mass air flow sensor forward on the intake system.

Once you have confirmed everything to be lined up it is time to tighten the clamps and reinstall the intake system from the mass air flow sensor forward.

Installed Photos

EVO-X Carbon Fiber Rear Bumper Diffuser Installation

Posted: 29th April 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: Carbon Fiber, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, Rear Diffuser

June 13, 2008

We have completed test fitment of the brand new EVO X Carbon Fiber Rear Bumper Diffuser manufactured by Racing Elegance. The installation is pretty straightforward and takes about an hour to complete. Take a look at the photos and “how-to” below to see what is involved in installing this product on your Lancer Evolution 10.

Product: 08+ Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Carbon Fiber Diffuser by Racing Elegance

Available to purchase at EVOXTUNING.COM

Tools Needed: 10mm socket and 1/4″ drive ratchet, cordless drill, drill bit set, needle nose pliers, right angle pick, phillips screwdriver.

Installation Difficulty: Only basic automotive mechanical skills needed.

Step 1: Remove oem rear bumper from the vehicle. There are (2) 10mm bolts at the top of the bumper when the trunk is open. There are also (2) 10 mm bolts located in the rear of the wheel well area and one more behind the license plate. The last clips that need to be removed are the plastic clips that connect the wheel well liner to the rear bumper. Once these fasteners have been removed the bumper can be removed from the vehicle.

Step 2: Remove all of the philips screws that attaches the stock diffuser to the rear bumper. There are also some metal clips that grip onto tabs that slide through slots in the bumper cover. These clips can be removed by using a pick and needle nose pliers. The stock diffuser can be removed from the bumper and the new one is ready to install.

Step 3: Slide the tabs on the carbon fiber diffuser through the slots in the stock bumper. Next you will need to predrill holes for the factory screws to insert in the diffuser. Predrill and install each screw one at a time until all screws are back in place.

Step 4: mount the bumper back on the vehicle. The 10 mm bolt behind the license plate will secure the center of the bumper and diffuser to the vehicle. You will need to mark your license plate holes in the diffuser and drill the mounting holes. We used a pair of nuts and bolts to fasten the plate back on.

Photos:

Rear Bumper Removed

Inside photos of rear bumper to show clips and screws

Finished Installation

EVO-X Agency Power Cold Air Intake Installation

Posted: 29th April 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: Agency Power, Cold Air Intake, EVO, EVO 10, EVO-X, EVO-X Intake

June 9, 2008

Product: 08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Short Ram Air Intake by Agency Power

Today we installed the new air intake system by Agency Power. This intake system consists of a Mass Air Flow Adapter, K&N Filter, and heat shield. The install took about 25 minutes to complete with only basic hand tools necessary. Please check out the install process below, as a reference on how to install this quality product.

Installation time: 25 minutes

Tools Required: 1/4″ drive ratchet, 10mm socket, 8 mm socket, philips screw driver, T20 torx driver, metric allen wrenches.

The first step: Remove the 2 plastic philips screws that hold the air intake duct in place on the radiator heat shield plate. There is also (1) 10mm bolt that needs to be pulled from the front right side of the air box. Upon removing the clips and bolt, the air box can be unclipped and the filter removed. The front of the air box will then dismount from the back half and can be pulled from the car. The MAF (mass air flow) sensor can now be unplugged, and the rear half of the air box removed from the car, after loosening the hose clamp that attaches the back of the air box to the air inlet tube.

The next step: Mount the MAF sensor in the new adapter provided by Agency Power. The direction of airflow is marked on the top of the sensor to ensure correct mounting direction. Use the supplied allen head bolts from the kit to attach the sensor to the new adapter. After the MAF sensor has been swapped to the adapter, it can be mounted in the vehicle. Once mounted plug the electrical connection back in, making sure that the harness is safely secured.
After the MAF adapter is in place the next step is to install the K&N filter. It attached with the provided hose clamp. Make sure the filter are securely mounted before you proceed.

Finally, the last step: Mount the heat shield. You will need to swap the factory mounting grommets over–from the stock air box lower assembly–to the bottom of the new heat shield. Tighten the 10mm bolt in the stock location and then snap in the factory air feed duct. You can now reinstall the philips plastic screw clips in the radiator plate and you are ready to take a test drive.

Results:
We were very, very pleased with throttle response as well as increased power on this product. You will also notice a very different sound when this part is installed. You will hear the open element filter breathe as well as the blow-off valve becoming much more audible when you let off the throttle. When pairing the intake and the blow off valve, the stock revving sounds will be replaced with the wonderful sound of performance by Agency Power.

Photo 1: The stock air box has been removed from the vehicle.

Photos 2 & 3: Close-up of stock air box with mass air flow sensor removed. Two T20 torx screws hold the MAF sensor in place. Carefully set the MAF sensor aside. Mount the stock T20 screws in the stock air box so you will have it, in the event, you ever return the vehicle to stock. The third photo shows the Agency Power MAF adapter with the MAF sensor installed.

Photos 4 & 5: Here we show the MAF adapter installed in the vehicle along with the MAF sensor wiring connected.

Photo 6 & 7 : These photos show the bottom of the factory air box and then swapping the rubber mounting grommets to the new heat shield.

Installed Photos:

EVO-X Carbon Fiber Engine Cover and Cooling Plate Installation

Posted: 29th April 2010 by admin in Installations
Tags: Carbon Fiber Accessories, Engine Cover, Engine Dress Up, EVO 10, EVO-X

May 28, 2008

08+ Mitsubishi Evolution-X Carbon Fiber Engine Cover

Today we recieved the first samples of the new carbon fiber radiator cooling plate and engine cover from Racing Elegance. We were able to install these items in just a couple minutes without any problems whatsoever. The radiator plate took less than 2 minutes to install. Only three push clips and two screw clips that needed to be removed from the stock piece and then reinstalled with the new cover. You will need a philips #2 screw driver and a right angle pick to remove the clips.

Take a look at the photos below that demonstrate the installation process of the engine cover.

Step 1: Remove stock engine cover by pulling straight up. There are no fasteners to be removed as the cover is mounted with rubber grommets on studs mounted to the valve cover.

Step 2: Swap rubber grommets from stock cover to the new carbon fiber as pictured below. Once the grommets are in place the new cover is ready to be placed into the engine bay.

Finished Installation

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