How much HP can an Evo handle?
The factory Evo 8 ignition system is very easily capable of 500 horsepower, but you will need to switch to colder heat range spark plugs.
Is an Evo a good drift car?
Lots of power and a mere 103.3-inch wheelbase mean this drift car wants to go sideways all the time — there may as well be windshield wipers on the door windows. For anything except drifting, the all-wheel-drive Lancer Evolution IX is a better machine. In fact, it’s an all-time great.
How fast can Evo go?
Just over 185 mph. If you’re curious how an Evo can generate that insane time and speed, we’re here to tell you its through one massive turbocharger to create prodigious power.
Is an Evo a fast car?
Starting from 30 mph, the insane Evo blasts to 170 mph in just 23 seconds. The digital readout on the right reveals just a little bit of speedometer error that far around the dial, but the takeaway is still the same. This car is seriously quick.
Can a stock EVO drift?
The Evo is more about traction at higher speeds. Not a drift car.
What rod do you use for drag racing?
We considered aluminium rods, which is what we fitted to Project DS9 [the STM-built Evo IX drag car driven by David Stock and featured on the cover of NZPC Issue No. 61 in 2010]; however, they have a run life of approximately 50 to 70 passes at full power, and we deemed the maintenance to not be worth the advantages.
Can a 72 volt motor survive on a drag strip?
The high voltage (120 volt rated) motors don’t seem to survive at high currents (and voltages) on the drag strip as well as the 72 volt motors. The GE motor in Shawn Lawless’ Rocket bike started out as a 24 volt forklift motor but can go over 200 mph.
Do dragsters have transmissions?
Quickest ICE dragsters have no transmissions Top of the heap, modern top fuel ICE dragsters, funny cars, and bikes have no transmissions. They run the engine at full RPM and use the clutch slip to control the torque to the wheels.
What is the best torque for drag racing?
The best possible performance dragster has enough torque to spin the tires the entire 1/4 mile. This means that the torque at the end of the 1/4 is as much as it is at the starting line, right at the traction limit. If you have the torque in the highest gear to spin the tires, then you have at least that much torque in high gear at zero RPM.