Tomorrow will be the team’s final outing before we head to the states for the world championship. Since the 86 is currently on it’s way to California, we will be testing our new D1 machine for 2008.
We did some testing a couple of weeks ago @ Kampung Gajah Circuit. Still many suspension issues to iron out. The car currently lacks rear end grip (what do you expect, 500Hp & weighs in at 1100kg).
We’ve made some major changes to suspension geometry on the rear axle to increase the tire contact patch area on the 265 rear tires & added a rear diffuser, courtesy of “Monster Garage”, Ipoh. Thanks guys!
We hope to make considerable progress this weekend. We target to carry the same amount of cornering speed as the 86. Not going to be easy, but definately achievable.
Overall, we’re very happy with the car. Drivability and performance is next to none. Definately a breeze to drift compared to the 86 due to the raw horsepower.
Sweet ’08 ride..all the best in California…still stunned that you have a blog..but cool…love the layout…simple and readable…
with ur permision i’d like to link up your blog with mine…gimme a buzz…
kakkooiii…
Good Luck to you Djan at Irwindale!
That Hachiroku really look though on it’s own! What a though challenge u will be facing this time, I heard the other competitors machine also hardly to ignored. ‘Drift’ them all the way fella!!! Last year was a really good show!