Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Ralliart Japan Pulls out of Motorsports



This is totally unrelated with anything to do with the Skyline or Nissan for that matter. But I wish to share this piece of shocking news. Ralliart have just announced that they will be pulling out of motorsports by the end of March 2010. Aftermarket parts however, should remain to carry on BUT without motorsports, I'm not too sure how the performance parts development is going to take place.

What about support to privateers running the Lancer Evolution in rallies around the globe? The poor market condition and reduction in business for Rallliart is factored in as the reason for this action.

Gosh, I hope this is not the same direction that the rest of the manufacturer Motorsport Divisions are heading onto in the land of the rising sun.


Below is the official press release from
Masao Taguchi, President of Ralliart.

弊社業務縮小に伴う、一部業務廃止のご案内

 拝啓
平素より格別のご愛顧を賜り誠にありがとうございます。
弊社は1984年4月設立以来、多くの皆様に支えられながら現在までモータースポーツ関連の諸活動を行って参りましたが、一昨年来の経済状況の変化に伴 い、弊社を取り巻く経営環境も悪化し、この度、株式会社ラリーアートは2010年3月末日をもって業務を縮小することと致しました。
業務縮小に伴い、これまでラリーアートが実施してまいりました下記の業務・運営を廃止することになり、皆様には大変ご迷惑をお掛けすることになりましたことを、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
なお、ラリーアートパーツ、ラリーアートコレクション(キャラクターグッズ)等のラリーアート商品販売は継続し、お客様に対する販売窓口に変更はございませんので、引き続きご愛顧賜りたく、何卒ご理解下さいますよう願い申し上げます。
敬具


1. 弊社業務縮小に伴い、業務・運営を廃止するもの
モータースポーツユーザー支援全般(参加支援、技術支援、ドライバーオブザイヤー表彰等)
ラリーアートメンバーズクラブ(RMC)
ラリーアートオンラインショップ(インターネット通信販売)*
ラリーアート主催のイベント(ドライバーズレッスン等)
ラリーアートメールマガジン、モータースポーツ情報発信(web等)

Tuesday, March 09, 2010

Elgrand (E51) with BNR34 wheels


Pic 1:
Elgrand with BNR34 wheels

Most associate the Nissan Elgrand as a cool VIP style people mover. Yes in fact it is actually; BUT, if you want that extra bit of sporting pretensions on an Elgrand, look no further than to lower its ride height, add in a black hood with matching black coloured front splitters AND the cream of the crop ...... BNR34 wheels. Yes, sir there you go. You've now got a bit of the GT-R pedigree in an Elgrand.


Incase, you're wondering, this picture was taken in Hong Kong. :)

Sunday, March 07, 2010

Ultimate Racing Game Console Setup


Pic 1: Screenshot from Porsche Carrera Cup Great Britain 2009

Check out the gaming setup on the below video. I wish I have one of these at home. Do note that wonderful force-feedback steering wheel and even an operational clutch pedal for gear changes is present. When coupled with a bucket seat and racing harness, I think I don't wanna leave the house man. LOL

But then again, who am I kidding? I don't even have a Play Station at home. wtf right? :(




The realism and gaming experience is top notch! That's the Porsche Carrera Cup Great Britain 2009. The track it's on is none other than the famous Nordschleife (That's German for Nurburgring).

I can only dream...........


Friday, March 05, 2010

For Sale: ER34 Factory Rear Spoiler


Pic 1: ER34 Rear Spoiler

Yeap, since I've upgraded my rear spoiler to the BNR34 item, there is already no need for the ER34 factory rear spoiler. I've already have 2 bumpers in my store room and I need to let go this spoiler to make more room in there. So if you're keen, shoot me an email (eujin[at]hotmail[dot]com) and we shall talk.


Pic 2: ER34 Rear Spoiler

Thursday, March 04, 2010

Clearing Up The Store Room


Pic 1: Some engine parts there

I was clearing up my store room for more space and in the process had to throw away quite a number of stuffs. Besides my junk household items, some parts got the boot. Took some pics of some of the items that got the trash treatment.


Good bye junk, you will be missed.....and hopefully the space you've given up will be put to good use. :)


Pic 2: And misc small items ...

Tuesday, March 02, 2010

For Sale: GReddy Speed Limiter Cut Controller


Pic 1: GReddy Speed Limiter Cut Controller

Since I am changing my factory ECU to an Apexi Power FC, there is no need for my current speed cut eliminator device. As such, I am selling off my GReddy Speed Limiter Cut Controller (Type A). So if you're sick of being overtaken after 180km/h and really need to rid of the factory speed limit, this is the device for you. :)

I bought this back from Japan during my visit and so yeah it's bought brand new and comes complete with the box and manual as well.

Application of this item is for most Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi & Subaru engines.

Shoot me an email (eujin[at]hotmail[dot]com) if you are interested. :)

Monday, March 01, 2010

Stage II completed (Part 3 out of 5)

Here is the third installment of my 5 part Stage II post.

Check out:-
Part 1
Part 2
Part 4
Part 5


Pic 1: Stock turbine


Pic 2: And it's out of the engine


Pic 3: HKS GT-RS


Pic 4: HKS GT-RS


Pic 5: HKS GT-RS


Pic 6: Hang in there ... you'll be in soon.


Pic 7: Side view


Pic 8: Screamer pipe


Pic 9: Top view


Pic 10: Another view.
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