Evo VI RS - Sprint / Hillclimb / Time Attack? build

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kins

Discussion Starter · Dec 8, 2015 (Edited)

This car is not new to the MLR but she is new to me.
Previously owned by Mat @ MG Auto Motorsport and used as MG's sprint car, then up until recently TomCI. I think it's fair to say both owners have had a fair amount of input in making this car what it is - much credit is owed MG Auto Motorsport, NR Autosport and Tom for all the hard work that has gone in to this car. I also have to say a big thank you to Tom for being a true gent with the sale which wasn't the most straightforward but we got there with it! Cheers mate.:smthumbup

Having owned an evo since 2007 I'm not new to them. Technically this car is my 4th although the last one I bought was just a shell. The car before it being my 5RS which I still have but it's time to draw a line under that build now (thank **** for that I hear you cry!).

So here's where I pick up the batton and this post marks the start of my new project/build thread.

I thought I would put a video together made from images I've gathered on the 6RS - I hope Mat and Tom are cool for me to use these images - if not just give me a nudge.

The usual suspects will be involved with this build; those being MG Auto Motorsports for the build itself, Ross Sport for parts and Electronic Performance Motorsports for mapping etc.

Like my last build I'll be in no rush with it but please keep checking in for updates and I hope you enjoy the thread.

Cheers,

Karl :smthumbup

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evo baz

· #21 · Dec 12, 2015

Cant see your video Karl (I'm at work) but glad to hear this car went to someone on the forum who will look after it. Its an awesome car with history that's easy to follow and has been built by folk who know their Evo's.

Looking forward to seeing it once you've finished.

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kins

Discussion Starter · #22 · Dec 12, 2015 (Edited)

evo baz said:
Cant see your video Karl (I'm at work) but glad to hear this car went to someone on the forum who will look after it. Its an awesome car with history that's easy to follow and has been built by folk who know their Evo's.

Looking forward to seeing it once you've finished.

Hi Baz, The videos just a collection of pics from when MG did the shell, when NR built it up, when Tom was racing and then a couple of its journey over here.... accompanied by some RATM for good measure. You've probably seen most the pics but thought it would be good to capture it all in a vid.

Thanks for all the comments everyone - we'll get a move on with it when we can.:smthumbup

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willox

· #23 · Dec 12, 2015

That's a cracking car,look forward to seeing the updates:smthumbup

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TimC

· #24 · Apr 13, 2016

Any updates of how this is progressing Karl? Enjoyed your last thread so hoping this is of similar quality.

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kins

Discussion Starter · #25 · Apr 25, 2016

TimC said:
Any updates of how this is progressing Karl? Enjoyed your last thread so hoping this is of similar quality.

No updates yet unfortunately Tim but watch this space.

Priority for me right now it to sell the 5RS then shift efforts/focus back onto this project. :smthumbup

mik1

· #26 · May 19, 2016

Looks a hell of a car Karl, best of luck with it.

Would love that 5RS of yours but I'm tied up with renovating a house ATM and cash is tight. :smthumbdo

Shocked it hasn't sold yet.

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jason4656

· #27 · May 19, 2016

just a question, i noticed the car in a container on the video.. can you fit an evo 6 in a container and get out of it after driving it in?

evo baz

· #28 · May 20, 2016

jason4656 said:
just a question, i noticed the car in a container on the video.. can you fit an evo 6 in a container and get out of it after driving it in?

Internal width of std sized containers are 2.35m
According to the article section on here a 6 is 1.77m wide so if you Park it tight to one side you should (in theory) have space to get out.

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Luke C

· #29 · May 20, 2016

Awesome build, love it!

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kins

Discussion Starter · #30 · Jun 13, 2016

Sad day yesterday as I waved goodbye to the 5RS which I've had the pleasure of owning since 2008

Looking on the bright side - the sale means we can crack on putting this one together now so happy days are ahead :headbang2

:roll::mitsi:

I will be sure to update the thread as and when so thanks for following and be sure to watch this space.

Cheers,

Karl :smthumbup

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Dermot

· #31 · Jun 13, 2016

kins said:
Sad day yesterday as I waved goodbye to the 5RS which I've had the pleasure of owning since 2008

Looking on the bright side - the sale means we can crack on putting this one together now so happy days are ahead :headbang2 :roll::mitsi:

I will be sure to update the thread as and when so thanks for following and be sure to watch this space.

Cheers,

Karl :smthumbup

Nice one Karl
Love the varis kit although l wouldn't have the balls to fit one myself. Cant wait to see what you'res looks like when finished.

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TimC

· #32 · Oct 17, 2016

Any updates Karl?

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kins

Discussion Starter · #33 · Oct 20, 2016 (Edited)

TimC said:
Any updates Karl?

Not yet but I expect we'll see some updates rolling in within the next few months :smthumbup

I've decided to put off fitting the Varis kit for now though.

kins

Discussion Starter · #34 · Nov 2, 2016

The lads are on it now. Engine and turbo kit, clutch and my freshly built gearbox are in....

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4G63EvO

· #35 · Nov 2, 2016

Nice one Karl really happy for you.

Jon.

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THE 905S

· #36 · Nov 10, 2016

Seen it today, was a surprise to see so much going on with it.
Looks nice and clean without the dust on it :smthumbup

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kins

Discussion Starter · #37 · Nov 24, 2016

6

Fuel System Upgrade

Si sent me some pics across of his latest handywork - the installation of the cars new through car fuel system which is nearly complete. The boot area is about to be firewalled off.

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4G63EvO

· #38 · Nov 24, 2016

Nice.

Jon.

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wolfy

· #39 · Nov 24, 2016

Nice.:naughty:

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kins

Discussion Starter · #40 · Jan 9, 2017 (Edited)

6

New custom fabricated firewall...

Mocal oil cooler...

Norris Designs Garrett cored intercooler...

One of the bay featuring some new additions...
Custom fabricated intercooler pipes...
Norris Designs CDi kit...
OEM koyo radiator...

One zoomed out a bit. She's just on OEM shocks to roll about on whilst my Nitron's are sent off for a service.

The MoTeC is wired up and Si got the car running the other day so not much more left to do on her now.

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