1200 HP Chain Driven 7 Second WRX | Andy Forrests ‘Stormtrooper’ [TECH TOUR]

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  • Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
  • With 7.7 second quarter mile heritage, Andy Forrest of Andy Forrest Performance (AFP) Syvecs controlled AWD 1200 HP Subaru flat 6 H6 powered ‘GC8’ WRX underwent some radical changes for the 2017 World Time Attack Challenge.
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    A single Precision 8385 turbo pushing out 33 PSI and Nitrous force-feeds the H6 that has been bored out to 3.6L. In-house AFP cams & ported heads, an Arrow crank plus Mahle forged pistons are all vital pieces of the 1200 HP puzzle along with an EcuTek tuned GT-R GR6 transaxle dual-clutch gearbox that lives forward of the rear axle with a chain-driven Escort Cosworth diff driving the front wheels. This packaging gives the car a balanced 51/49 weight split with the aid of a causal 600 - 700mm engine relocation towards the rear.
    Alcon brake calipers help pull the car up for the corners and Andrew Brilliants aero input helps keep traction and control at high speed. A Life Racing PDU keypad and AiM displays allow Andy to make and monitor adjustments on the fly. One interesting future addition in the same vein will be the ability to adjust the ride height on the go via one of Andys own numerous engineering experiments.
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  • @hpa101
    @hpa101  3 роки тому +3

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  • @ogapumies
    @ogapumies 5 років тому +86

    Im loving the fact that the driver of the car actually knows his car and clearly works on it too 👍

    • @d8gty392
      @d8gty392 4 роки тому +3

      Eetu Kopsala 2 right the drive built the car with his own hands, he’s a Scottish genius

    • @realMaverickBuckley
      @realMaverickBuckley 3 роки тому

      Hes basically a Legend in British motorsport and among British car enthusiasts.

    • @MrFlareone
      @MrFlareone 3 роки тому

      Andy is a legend

    • @liamcushley9866
      @liamcushley9866 4 місяці тому

      Bro that’s Andy forest Scottish rally / motorsport/ tuning legend if he don’t know it it ain’t worth knowing

    • @5_Pound_A_Day_Investor
      @5_Pound_A_Day_Investor 3 місяці тому

      He doesn't just work on it he built it himself

  • @MrSlowestD16
    @MrSlowestD16 6 років тому +147

    Wow, what a great interview, this guy really is engineering the shit out of this car. Very cool to see, much better than most of the other stupid interviews I see around.

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому +10

      Cheers and thanks for your discussion mate! - Taz.

    • @bobbythompson3544
      @bobbythompson3544 5 років тому +4

      Both accents were great the car is awesome!

    • @quested5202
      @quested5202 5 років тому +3

      I wish I could give 2 thumbs up

  • @garagecedric
    @garagecedric 6 років тому +130

    I really enjoy your work, its satistifiying to listen to since you have intelligent questions that picks up all the interesting points.

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому +5

      It's easy with someone like Andy who has a lot of really interesting ideas and the skills to explain and implement them as well :) - Taz.

    • @garagecedric
      @garagecedric 6 років тому +6

      High Performance Academy He always ask the questions i would have asked myself, its magic :) (im an oem engine developer and hobby racer ). Im new to this channel, surprised it hasn't more subs, top quality content!

  • @masterofsaveloy
    @masterofsaveloy 5 років тому +8

    Automotive content at its best.
    Nothing dumbed down, informed questions asked of someone who is at the cutting edge.
    Great stuff. More of this please.

  • @boostedbuiltgarage
    @boostedbuiltgarage 6 років тому +87

    Yesssss! Been hanging out for this! I love this Scottish genius!

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому +7

      Yes he's always got some really interesting ideas and solutions on the go! - Taz.

    • @bobbythompson3544
      @bobbythompson3544 5 років тому +1

      Greatest inventors in history were Scots, this man is a genius ok!

  • @sardengineering
    @sardengineering 6 років тому +24

    By far the most refreshingly creative example of a tuner car built for WTAC competition! Reading through various articles written on the build of this car don’t quite do it justice at all, in contrast listening to Andy himself reflect on a brief technical appraisal during this interview has been so much more rewarding from an enthusiast’s perspective. A truly clever approach which tethers on the edge of what’s practically possible when bending what’s theoretically known the only gives a glimmer to the shadow of the treasures this car holds as a complete project! Many thanks as always for this interview!

  • @Marco.Pantologist
    @Marco.Pantologist 6 років тому +46

    Refreshing video to watch...
    Two smart chaps at their element!

  • @ngekseng
    @ngekseng 5 років тому +43

    First time hearing of a chain driven time attack car

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  5 років тому +8

      It's something a bit different eh! - Taz.

    • @jacobjordan7644
      @jacobjordan7644 5 років тому +1

      It's not a car it's really a go-kart in disguise :-):-):-)

    • @pheirphon4680
      @pheirphon4680 5 років тому

      Genius system because of lightweight

    • @wyattoutlaw2370
      @wyattoutlaw2370 4 роки тому

      Well technically only the front end is. But yeah it’s nuts!

  • @JamesMelzer999
    @JamesMelzer999 5 років тому +4

    It's always refreshing to see a UA-cam channel responding to questions and comments on a video almost a year old!

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  5 років тому +3

      We do our best! Even at a year old or older so many of these videos still hold 100% relevant, useful and interesting (if you love learning about anything automotive) knowledge 😎 - Taz.

  • @CorndogBrownie
    @CorndogBrownie 5 років тому +5

    Jesus, this guy has more than half a clue of what is going on. Very good job HP Academy. And props to this scots man

  • @kalashnikovcortez1380
    @kalashnikovcortez1380 5 років тому +3

    7.7s car that can turn?? that's very un-American! What an awesome machine. This is real engineering, not just slap a bigger engine and turbo on a car to go fast in a straightline. And goddamn the interview, I love how the host gives background to each question before actually asking the question to help viewers understand and appreciate why he's asking the question! That's university stuff.

  • @CalvinMOfficial
    @CalvinMOfficial 6 років тому +8

    Who gave this a dislike??? The interviews with Andy are always very detailed and are very well presented! Some great mechanical knowledge to be gained here. Keep up the good work guys!

    • @Teeb2023
      @Teeb2023 5 років тому +1

      _"Who gave this a dislike???"_
      Charlie Shaw. :D

  • @clintoncooper1532
    @clintoncooper1532 6 років тому +4

    This man, Mr Forrest is a genius on many levels, and its exciting to see him push the limit!

  • @fondfarewell2
    @fondfarewell2 6 років тому +5

    Nice 49/51 for a wrx is pretty damn good. So awesome to hear how this car works, super cool.

  • @amyasseektruth8246
    @amyasseektruth8246 6 років тому +8

    That turbo spool --- all the sounds are just right!!!

    • @christopherowens4007
      @christopherowens4007 3 роки тому

      Oh man !! The sti i have sounds and performance like this machine!! Its a 2011

  • @joe5boost
    @joe5boost 6 років тому +59

    please take this to goodwood and go up the hill

  • @Preacher65
    @Preacher65 5 років тому +6

    that in-car footage...that thing is a rocket!

  • @ridingwiththereids
    @ridingwiththereids 5 років тому +3

    This is probably the first time I've ever watched an interview this long, and I'm really glad I did. This guy/car is freaking amazing!! Well done with that chain drive system!! That's insaine!! And I bet that listening to the passenger never gets old 😉😉🤘

  • @mikemystified
    @mikemystified 6 років тому +8

    brilliant vid, amazing discussion of the new car... some incredible changes from the old car...
    chain driven offset front drive shafts, r35 transaxle, turbo eating into the passenger footwell. amazing build and total defiance of limitations with such innovation - Andy is just inspiring - oh and his aero guy is something else too!
    Andre gives yet another great interview with Andy. Thank you Andre, I just love these interviews. (y)

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому

      Awesome bloke and awesome car for sure! We've got an interview with the aero guy, Andrew Brilliant, coming up soon too ;) - Taz.

  • @frogchaser
    @frogchaser 6 років тому +30

    I love these tech tours man, so much information!

  • @RicondaRacing
    @RicondaRacing Рік тому +1

    The Aussies are on another level with Subaru... I know he's a Scott but he's racing in Australia.

  • @HalferLandPerformance
    @HalferLandPerformance 5 років тому +2

    This is a perfect balance, insight on the mechanics (main focus) and then those mechanics in action. Not sure If you guys recall my comment in a past video, I know you get quite a few. Not wanting a “Full race” channel, just a little more action showing how all those items work in motion.
    GREAT AS ALWAYS GUYS!!

  • @curvs4me
    @curvs4me 2 роки тому +1

    I'm back for the third time taking this car in due to what I thought was an unrelated search lol. What an incredible piece of engineering using relatively novel solutions. Thanks for all you do Andre

  • @nickacelvn
    @nickacelvn 5 років тому +1

    6;05 Andre got a little thrill there knowing that this guy not only "identified it" but "said it" for us all to hear Dre knows hes interviewing a genuine guru (That's Gold) Top job TOP CHANNEL

  • @independentassesor2630
    @independentassesor2630 2 роки тому +3

    Very impressive. The torque must be insain

  • @justinwall8708
    @justinwall8708 6 років тому +13

    Wow... This man is SMART!

  • @Gahet
    @Gahet 5 років тому +5

    Wow, what an awesome machine! Hearing all the ideas and reasons for doing different things with the car was suuuuuuper interesting, I love it!

  • @sidbobby3233
    @sidbobby3233 2 роки тому +1

    I love that after u guys chat about the Tec of the car and we as viewers build a picture up of spec and the passion that go into them it's then for me brought together in the car doing a lap, genuinely the best motor car/Tec video's FULL STOP. 4 years late to this vid but loved it fellas. ✌🖒👊

  • @upurkilt7246
    @upurkilt7246 5 років тому +11

    The worlds first awd subaru 7.7sec in the quater mile. Fastest euro car at wtac also fastest subaru at wtac. I have watched the progression of andys car from drag car to superlap scotland to doing both all the time and now in wtac he is one of a kind scotlands proud of ya big man🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @jacobjordan7644
      @jacobjordan7644 5 років тому

      Remember to Subaru frame not engine transmission really anything else in that car but it's a WRX right

    • @upurkilt7246
      @upurkilt7246 5 років тому

      @@jacobjordan7644 yup mate still a wrx at its core.

    • @jacobjordan7644
      @jacobjordan7644 5 років тому

      @AYE OK SURE dude shut the f****** up look at the comment again

  • @burrowssj
    @burrowssj 6 років тому +20

    need pictures of it on hoist :D

  • @dangerouskoin4874
    @dangerouskoin4874 5 років тому +3

    Really enjoyed the questions and format! I love the engineering on this car, it's my favorite of 2019 thus far. Will be keeping an eye on this especially for the 3rd spring tech, incredible.
    Edit: Boy am i late to the party! Lmao

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  5 років тому +2

      It's still awesome! - Taz.

  • @speedobsession_
    @speedobsession_ 4 роки тому +1

    Absolutely gutted that Andy sold this car, Really wanted to see the car evolve even more.

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  4 роки тому

      Do you have any info on where it is now? - Taz.

    • @speedobsession_
      @speedobsession_ 4 роки тому +1

      @@hpa101 the German chap who bought it is not on social media but I believe he will be competing in European time attack masters and German time attack, I can't find the guy's name though.

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers for that info anyway, I'll try keep an eye out for it. Shame we won't see Andy's new built at WTAC but I try and catch what I can about that too in passing =D - Taz.

  • @rwells242
    @rwells242 5 років тому +5

    This car is simply amazing.

  • @mortifiied3776
    @mortifiied3776 5 років тому +8

    I am so glad I watched to the end😋

  • @littlesimpson2
    @littlesimpson2 5 років тому

    What a great interview! The interviewer is very articulate and knows his stuff and knows great questions to ask! And the Scottish Lad is an engineering wizard and did amazing in the interview and didn't blapper on. 10/10

  • @Francis_Castiglione
    @Francis_Castiglione 5 років тому

    There needs to be more guys like this gent pushing boundaries and making it work.

  • @tadejstanta8710
    @tadejstanta8710 6 років тому

    Listening to Andy answering on Andres questions is one of the most relaxing things about cars on youtube apart from documentaries. So much knowledge, beautiful attitude, mindblowing details, calm and respectful pesonalities with no drama, only facts. Thank you HPE! :)

  • @barirwin8559
    @barirwin8559 5 років тому +1

    Great stuff . Hats to the interviewer for the well researched questions . Top job

  • @mtech1961
    @mtech1961 6 років тому +2

    This is frigging genius some of the features on this car.

  • @simono5114
    @simono5114 5 років тому +3

    Damn that looks so planted even with the boost kicking in at corner exit.

  • @curvs4me
    @curvs4me 4 роки тому +1

    That is really one hell of a car. He's one of the true genius Mr Craniums of the motorsports world! I love that car, especially compared to the 2015 rendition. I'm starstruck really.

  • @Watchmedome3017
    @Watchmedome3017 5 років тому

    He basically has “active suspension “ like Williams had in the 80s and 90s. In the front of the car. This car is just CRAZYYYY i love it.

  • @ImTonyWalker
    @ImTonyWalker 6 років тому +1

    I love your interviews with this guy, great questions as always, but actually great indepth and open answers as well

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому

      Thanks Tony! Glad you are enjoying them and thanks for the feedback =) - Taz.

  • @Clae07
    @Clae07 4 роки тому +1

    Far out Andre, that thing is a piece of engineering art.

  • @TheTmshuman
    @TheTmshuman 6 років тому +1

    That’s him! That’s the guy that invented golf! I didn’t know he wrenched too. Fine work, damn fine.

  • @reefchief8
    @reefchief8 5 років тому +2

    Fantastic on both sides of the mic

  • @davidbrown6193
    @davidbrown6193 6 років тому +15

    Wow André! Wat a fascinating and excellent interview! Since 2015 always keen to check the evolution of Andy's 'Rex'. Fantastic ideas and solutions. I hope Racecar Engineering ( or similar )do an I depth article on the car ( with drawings 🤓 ) Cheers David

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  6 років тому +2

      I think we could probably do an hour-long interview and still have plenty to talk about haha - Taz.

  • @anarekist
    @anarekist 5 років тому +1

    Prolly the third time Ive watch this video. Love the car and high level discussions, I love cars!

  • @monarosteve383
    @monarosteve383 6 років тому +2

    What a dynamite fella and an absolute genius. Good on ya mate 🍻👍

  • @NASHonPS3
    @NASHonPS3 6 років тому +13

    Wish that was my grandpa!!!!

  • @hpa101
    @hpa101  6 років тому +13

    Want to learn how to tune something like this? Take the first step by coming along to our next FREE live dyno lesson - bit.ly/LiveEFILesson

  • @amyasseektruth8246
    @amyasseektruth8246 6 років тому +1

    I love this!!!! Milliseconds make seconds - add x amounts of laps = win!!! Amazing 'video/interview'

  • @mattmcclain8548
    @mattmcclain8548 5 років тому +1

    those are some crazy fast shifts. wow!

  • @carlosenriquejimenez6582
    @carlosenriquejimenez6582 Рік тому

    OMG that sound at the intro uffff

  • @RossOgilvie
    @RossOgilvie 6 років тому +5

    Awesome car hats off to Andy

  • @Lifesabishi
    @Lifesabishi 5 років тому +1

    This was a Fantastic video with great questions that really get at the interesting points of this build. 👌 Amazing work on both sides of the interview.

  • @ryanp6138
    @ryanp6138 6 років тому +7

    Andy is a very nice guy!

  • @2511jeremy
    @2511jeremy 4 роки тому +1

    This is one of my favorite cars js

  • @drthik1
    @drthik1 5 років тому +1

    My favorite video I've watched so far. It was nice to see the car up close and on the track in action. Subd

  • @ShamanWS6
    @ShamanWS6 6 років тому +3

    Monstrous. Great build.

  • @Turbo_Tractors
    @Turbo_Tractors 6 років тому +1

    The leader in the sport in my opinion

  • @lazerusmfh
    @lazerusmfh 5 років тому +2

    Turbo is the official copilot

  • @wyattoutlaw2370
    @wyattoutlaw2370 4 роки тому +1

    I’d love to see the mechanics of how the 3rd spring is able to control ride height. Is it somehow pivoting between the chassis and strut tops?
    It’s a work of art and Andy is a mad scientist!

  • @bradcarpenter1881
    @bradcarpenter1881 5 років тому +2

    Such an amazing channel! So underrated!

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  5 років тому

      Cheers Brad! We still have HEAPS of videos to come from this years WTAC as well that you'll love - Taz.

  • @nickacelvn
    @nickacelvn 4 роки тому +1

    Haha you guys are surfing on the Cutting edge, and pushing the envelope of interviews. ;-)

  • @ctheo13
    @ctheo13 5 років тому

    I could listen to the Scottish guy all day!! What a legend!!

  • @spicyF1
    @spicyF1 5 років тому

    This is the most crazy car ive seen in a long time

  • @quakecon2009
    @quakecon2009 6 років тому +2

    Seen this car at ten of the best in the UK, it goes off the line like superman kicked it up the ass.

  • @cxbra
    @cxbra 4 роки тому +1

    I notice a lot of DTM and Formula 2 influences with this build! This is truly a custom racecar with a Subaru body shell. Im sure he would have built a scratch made racecar if rules permitted!

  • @meteormedia7021
    @meteormedia7021 5 років тому +2

    Huh. That sound took me by surprise. More like a very angry 930 or 964 Turbo.

  • @TheGinger1
    @TheGinger1 6 років тому +2

    Great interview. Very interesting. Really enjoyed that.

  • @oscarlainz
    @oscarlainz 6 років тому +1

    Chain driven...genious
    What an accent ! It was intense for us, spanish speakers hahah

  • @nicolasrosario2037
    @nicolasrosario2037 4 роки тому +1

    Has a ez30d. Owner this makes me smile 😎

    • @xyphur
      @xyphur 3 роки тому +1

      It's not an EZ series engine, it's actually an EG33. It's from a Subaru SVX. Twin-cam (with single cam sprocket, they're linked internally with gears), 24v, 3.3L (though this one is stroked I believe). Basically an EJ22 with two more cylinders. Shares literally nothing with the EZ engines. Check out SubiPerformance, they have a video comparing the two engines internally. The EG has much thicker cylinder walls making it a better candidate for very high boost builds like this. Also, runs a timing belt instead of a chain like the EZ series, which although requires more maintenance, is much more efficient.

  • @andrei80
    @andrei80 3 роки тому

    Great interview! Makes me wish I was a car engineer! Loved it!

  • @rustedratchetgarage6788
    @rustedratchetgarage6788 5 років тому +1

    that rack n pinion location is crazy

  • @RicondaRacing
    @RicondaRacing 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, what am amazing machine! Great engineering also!

  • @bilko6169
    @bilko6169 4 роки тому +1

    Andre is in love with the scotsman haha

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/iFx-5PGLgb4/v-deo.html - Taz.

  • @DesmondRayBeltrop
    @DesmondRayBeltrop 5 років тому +3

    I would have put this sideways into the sign at 15:59, which is why I drive a Kia now...

  • @2slofouru
    @2slofouru 3 роки тому +1

    Monster

  • @DailyDriver.
    @DailyDriver. 6 років тому +2

    Love this car

  • @chadkennedy529
    @chadkennedy529 5 років тому

    This gentleman knows his shit!

  • @MyCatInABox
    @MyCatInABox 5 років тому +2

    This.
    Is.
    InSANE.

  • @YensR
    @YensR 6 років тому +2

    What a beast!
    And the car is amazing, too!

  • @mugshotmarley
    @mugshotmarley 5 років тому

    Id love to take a look at this beast while its up on a lift. A gtr rear transaxle with the front diff behind the engine that chain drives the front tires in front of the engine. What an amazing engineering feat. I love the unconventional setup & thinking outside the box. Like the guy says, it justs has to last 1-2 laps at WOT, but I think he's on to something.
    Edit: Damn, third spring suspension setups and a in the works pneumatic ride hight system to keep the ride hight constant, regardless of downforce loads (low/high speed). These little niches is what makes racing so interesting to me. Thinking outside the box. Id love to have a beer with this dude and pick his brain

  • @kickinrocks6055
    @kickinrocks6055 6 років тому +12

    That man is my idol. If I was rich, I'd pay him do build a duplicate...

  • @stewartjmurray
    @stewartjmurray 5 років тому +1

    I remember this guy from Crail years ago.

  • @markcray5164
    @markcray5164 5 років тому

    So much info, what a fantastic build!

  • @anmolsaxena_
    @anmolsaxena_ 3 роки тому

    woah that car sounds amazing

  • @Walterrinho
    @Walterrinho 5 років тому +1

    holy shit wrx transmission with 1200hp damn what did they expect, thats the one thats made of glass.

    • @boredvideos1
      @boredvideos1 5 років тому

      Im guessing they had a beefed up sti 6 speed with stronger gear sets, the wrx 5 speed isn't any good past 350-400 tq

    • @Walterrinho
      @Walterrinho 5 років тому

      Maybe a beef up wrx trans ?? They did say wrx, the Sti trans handles pretty good a little over 1000hp, but then again they’re racing it so... yeah maybe

  • @returntochrist777
    @returntochrist777 5 років тому +1

    Dude....I know I'm late on the uptake on this one (popped into suggested), but I just wanted to congratulate you for a superbly put together video (if you see this) and also express my adoration to the engineering genius of the owner.
    Does anybody know how the car did? What circuit and comparable times for an F1 or anything?

    • @hpa101
      @hpa101  5 років тому +1

      Yes Andy is one clever man, and also a nice guy to boot as a bonus :D
      Will be a bit off an open seater, I think he came 4th in his class at WTAC, could be wrong there, but the car has had a lot of Time Attack success back home in Scotland - Taz.

    • @returntochrist777
      @returntochrist777 5 років тому

      @@hpa101
      Many thanks... I've actually searched/found some later information to look through...
      The sound of the thing, the level of engineering talent....wowsa

  • @skullsnbones2001
    @skullsnbones2001 6 років тому +4

    Built in Scotland .

  • @aaron_z3383
    @aaron_z3383 6 років тому +2

    These are so good

  • @dilbertresvicksonburg4273
    @dilbertresvicksonburg4273 5 років тому +1

    15:35 to 17:10, you're welcome.

  • @realMaverickBuckley
    @realMaverickBuckley 3 роки тому +1

    I wonder how many non Brits can hear the mother tongue of Kiwis- Scottish English.
    70% of the Brits who went to NZ in the 1800s were Scottish. If you listen to certain words between these two , you can hear it.
    'Giving' 'Request' 'Unit' 'Head' 'Sitting' 'Head'
    If you liste

  • @gerhardpotgieter9091
    @gerhardpotgieter9091 5 років тому

    Love this channel but would like to see more of the details of the cars that you guys are talking about?? Great anyway!!

  • @jonathanchen4109
    @jonathanchen4109 6 років тому +2

    Genius!

  • @johnwayne2103
    @johnwayne2103 5 років тому +1

    Damn that thing is cool!

  • @Serveck
    @Serveck 3 роки тому

    *looks at my svx under a pile of boxes in the garage*
    Hmm, maybe i should get on replacing that transmission after all

  • @nickacelvn
    @nickacelvn 4 роки тому

    Pure Tech Car Porn !
    I've watched this one before
    I"ll no doubt watch it again ;-)
    Its a classic.