Richard Jung: 2003 Mitsubishi Evolution 8 (Modified for SCCA Autocross)

Owner/Driver:              Richard Jung   Car:                              2003 Mitsubishi Evolution 8                                     Modified for SCCA Autocross   Engine:    Type: Turbocharged 2.0l   Engine Management: Vishnu Tuning S.M.A.R.T. Xede piggyback computer (dyno tuned).   Exhaust:  Helix 3"DP, 3" Magnaflow HF cat, Buscher Racing 3"open stainless steel catback.   Intake:  K&N drop-in filter   Battery: Odyssey dry cell   Output: 265 – 287whp (depending on configuration)   Suspension: Type:    Macherson strut front, multi link rear Shock absorbers: Bilstein PSS9 coil-overs (custom valved), Ciro Design camber/caster plates. Sway bars:        (F) Stock w/Cusco adjustable swaybar mounts (R) Cusco 23mm bar, Perrin mounts Stress Bars:      (F) Stock 3 point Strut brace (R) Ralliart strut brace, RS trunk bar.   Wheels / Tires: Wheels:            Enkei RPF1, 17 x 9.5 (16.5lbs) Tires:                Street Class: 245/40/-17 Yokohama ADVAN Neova or 245/45-17 Falken Azenis 615 Street Prepared Class: 275/40–17 r-compound Kumho V710 Lug Nuts:          Mackin extended alloy   Brakes:  Stock Brembos with Hawk pads and Motul synthetic fluid.   Interior: Seat:                            Sparco Pro2000 race shell Harness:                       Schroth 4pt Gauges:                        Autometer boost Steering Wheel:             Stock MOMO   Other: Mobil 1 oil, Redline fluids, Blackwatch Racing tire warmers, Curb Weight: 3050lbs   Sponsors: Bilstein Shock Absorbers Vishnu Tuning Enkei Wheels Mackin Ind. Ciro Design     Competition Summary This is one of the most successful autocross Evos in the US.  Along with being the first Evo 8 to trophy in SCCA competition, it also has the highest Evo finish to date, placing 2nd at the 2003 SCCA Solo2 National Championship with Bret Norgaard driving. Richard Jung has since earned numerous national level podium finishes, and is currently leading the 2005 Southern California region Street Touring Unlimited class.