Member Quick PM'ed me asking about a project myself (Matt L.), Mike N. (C2M on the forums) and some other SoCal Supra autocrossers have been working on for about the last year. Thats why its posted in the this section, feel free to discuss, question or comment!
SCCA Solo2 F Street Prepared Prius
This basic fact sheet covers the F street Prepared 2004 Prius team layout, modifications and basic vehicle specifications. This is a preliminary fact sheet and subject to changes and/or revisions.
Team:
Owner/ Crew chief- Jim Leininger
Owner/ Driver- Matt Leininger
Co-driver/ fabricator- Mike Nakata
Logistics and back-up driver- Jose Alfaro
Modifications:
Drivetrain: Engine: Internal- Stock
External- modified intake routing in style of Toyota Motorsports Bonneville Prius. Further modified ECU controls (hi rpm redline, altered fuel and spark map) under development. TRD Yaris Header, Custom intake manifold w/ large bore thottle body under development.
Transaxle: Custom Weismann 1-way locking differential
Chassis: Interior: Motorsports Technical Center 6-point chromoly bolt in roll cage, Sparco Corsa racing seats, custom seat tracks; Sparco 383 Suede Steering wheel w/ billet touring car quick disconnect.
Exterior: TRD Japan front spoiler, TRD Japan custom flared front fenders. Custom rolled rear fenders. Custom graphics designed by Matt Leininger, applied by Molly Designs.
Suspension: Custom TRD USA adjustable coil over dampeners, tuned and valved by Progress Technologies. Eibach springs (325 lb/in front, 650 lb/in, rear). Front camber adjusters, modified rear sway bar.
Wheels: WedsSport Satin TC-005 one piece spun forged- 17x 8.5”, custom offset.
Tires: Dry- Hoosier AS305 225/45R17
Wet- Bridgestone RE750, shaved 225/45R17
Brakes: Modified Hawk Performance brake pads- “black compound”
Motul Synthetic hi-temp brake fluid.
Basic Specifications: Race weight, wet- 2772lbs (stock, dry- 2890lbs)
Weight distribution- 56/44 percent (stock, 59/41)
Overall height- 56.3in
Ground Clearence- 3.1in
Some race pics:
Supramang shot these pics:
a few random shots:
The car is a Toyoyta Motorsports backed program to take hyrbid technology to the racing community. We are currently in a test and tune phase with the car but already its proving to be competitive in class (F street Prepared) and with further engine/ drivetrain upgrades we anticipate being fully competitive on a National level for the 2006 SCCA Solo2 Nats in Sept 06'.
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