Why I Chose an Automatic Evo X over the Manual
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- Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
- Hey guys thought I would make a video to answer a common question of why bought an auto evo over the manual.
I do drive manual and always said I'd never own another boring auto but after driving dual clutch auto trans my mind was changed.
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The paddle shift is super satisfying. My son just bought the NA version of your car, and I can’t keep myself out of it. I suddenly need to make extra coffee runs
Haha thats awesome
wait there was a naturally aspirated version? I thought they were all turboed
@@dontmindme4466 North American version... the other NA 😄
@@dontmindme4466 I’m pretty sure that they all come with a turbo
@@lukevj oh haha. NA's been burned into my mind as naturally aspirated, sorry.
So im ready to get a new car been looking into the evo X mr, your videos are making me lean towards it now
GTR feel without the high price/maintenance 👍
Maybe a little less performance too but that's to be expected 🤘
Hunter Bautista this transmission is actually more expensive to maintain than the gtr’s
@@Anonymous-qg1bc where?!?! To service the gtr transmission issues it's atleast 20k! How does the evos tran even compare? Lol
@@That_Stinger_GT5 that guy is a clown a clutch repair is like 800$ worse case scenario
In gtrs u have to replace the whole tranny for 20k
@@That_Stinger_GT5 basically the same price man lol
I got my SST because of budget. Down here there was a big price difference between sst and manual. Sometimes I miss manual but like you I really enjoy driving the sst, especially through the twisties.
Yeah they were around the same price when I bought mine but the SST is way cheaper these days.
I sometimes also miss it but then I drive the mighty barina to work to get my fix 😂
Thanks for the video Jackson, save to say those are the exact reasons I bought my SST aswell... 😁
Thanks Alex, good to see I'm not the only one as i love my SST 😁
Going to be getting a 2015 Evo X MR ! And I want to black it all out just like this man! Super clean car just subbed !
Nice work man, they really are great cars when you look after them.
Any mods on your MR or is it stock?
Thanks for the sub 🙏
Jackson Strain going to be getting in the next couple months ! Definitely want to throw some mods on it
Same here in Melbourne. Got a 2010 Evo MR in great condition and love it so much
They really are great cars aren't they, great to see so many other owners out there.
Jackson Strain yep. Great pieces of engineering for that price. All the best in your channel, we are here to support it👍
@@jcmedinaceli thanks it's greatly appreciated 😁
Thanks for the reveiw I have a 01 sti 6 speed manual. Drove a 09 evo sst loved it after this vid im sold! I'll keep the subie for when I want a manual!!!
That's great to hear mate, always good when people have a try of them with an open mind and actually enjoy them.
Quite the collection you'll have too
I too agree this gearbox is the better option and super sport mode is absolutely brilliant....as long as you look after the sst oil👍
Thanks mate, yeah I probably should have mentioned doing regular servicing to keep the SST working well.
Will possibly do a video on how to change the SST oil in the future as I'm going to do it myself from now on.
My MR is the same color. Great when it is clean. Love my SST. Need it in Los Angeles traffic.
Yeah it's my favourite colour for the Evo by far looks so good in different lighting.
And yeah the SST is great in traffic and fun when there's no traffic so win win
I'm in LA too n that is what stops me from getting a manual
Atm I have a manual S14 as my weekend car and looking to get an evo as my daily, I have the manual vrx lancer atm but I’m going to take your word and try my first auto. Cheers on the awesome video
Cheers, let me know how you like it
I can’t wait to buy the sst evo. I live in Minnesota and it’s snow for like half the year and the awd automatic is perfect for me. I just hope in a couple years it’s still affordable
Ohh yep will be perfect for you, here's hoping so
Hi. Have you ever tried to do a Teach-in procedure to the clutches? That can really improve the feeling and also the remaining longevity and "grip" of them. I do it every sst oil+ filter change (which is about 2 years or 15k km). If you don't have the software tools to do it then there are some very good Aussie tuner to help you. One that I remember is Beeble(Adam)
Hey mate, yes I regularly do them and actually just did one a few days ago and made a video on it which will be coming out in the next week or so
great video mate. the SST is a great gearbox when u know how to look after them
Yep I absolutely love mine and think people should try them before bashing them.
Hello Brendon Harvey your still around good to see !!!
You still have your EVO ?
Absolutely good decision, the shifter mechanism are hell of a kind, fastest as PDK.
Thanks mate, now at 6 years of ownership of it and still don't regret it.
SST over manual all day for me
hi there. i got my SST Evo X August last year. I choose SST over the manual because of relaxing drive and if switch to S-Sport, the car turned out to be a wild animal. and my wife can drive too. haha.
That's awesome mate, and yes the S-Sport mode really transforms the car doesn't it
I also drive my evo on manual mode.. i dont have paddles
Haha good choice
Dual clutch is future ! Good choice 👍🏻
Thanks George agreed
Well said Jackson 👍
Thanks Chris 🤘
I absolutely love you’re videos mate!! Just a quick question, what headinit did u install in your evo? Looking at getting a similar one for my vrx. Thanks again matey!!
Thanks so much, it's got an Android 10.2 inch head unit from ebay, if you got to one of my recent videos there's a link in the description
@@JacksonStrain Thanks so much matey!! Have a great one. Hope to catch you guys around in a car meet sometime!
is the navigation screen stock or is it an add on because i LOVE it, i didn't see it listed on your bio
Hey Corey no it's an aftermarket Android headunit, I have a link to it in my newer videos and will have to update the description in this older video soon
Hey Jackson, nice video. When in ssport mode, do you downshift manually, or do you let the gearbox do it for you? Is there any way which is superior?
Also where did you get those cool paddle shift extensions ?
Hey Sid, I do the downshift with the paddles myself and usually just go down to 2nd gear and let the car do the downshift into 1st.
As for the paddles they're from shift koncepts if you look down my video list near the bottom there will be a video of me installing them which was one of my 1st videos and there is a link to the paddles in the description
Great video mate keep it up.
I own a 09 Evo X MR with boltons + tune. I can honestly say that everytime i drive the Evo it puts a smile on my face, people rubbish the SST but in fact they are well engineered dual clutch boxes and can be built to haul some serious HP, just look after it. My SST is on its stock clutches and still holding strong @240KW at the wheels.
Also an SST teach-in would re calibrate the clutches help with slip.
PS. I also have a 2001 Silvia S15....
Thanks mate, yeah I really love mine and don't find myself longing for a clutch pedal to play with too often anymore.
Ohh wow haha you have my dream 2 car garage 🍻
Same here mate 12 XMR and loving it.
Still hung onto my last car (Evo8) for the proper manual drive if I get an itch.
However mostly drive the MR these days 👍
Nice man, I'd love to buy a 5 or 6 to get my manual fix and still keep it in the Evo family but the prices on them have started jumping up lately
Nice man, I'd love to buy a 5 or 6 to get my manual fix and still keep it in the Evo family but the prices on them have started jumping up lately
Yea I know it's a shame tbh. It's a nostalgia thing really.
They do look mean though but the interior just sucks on the CP's. At least it's reasonably modern in the 7-9's 👍
@@oxyyyy haha yes agreed the interior in them looks more 80s than 90s I've always thought
I am debating between the auto and manual too, so youre using s-sport to preserve the clutch packs but wouldn't the quicker shifts be bad for the synchros or gears themselves? (putting more stress on them)
Hey mate, so the slower shifts you get in normal or sport mode are because the gearbox is slipping the clutches to give a smoother shift. When in S-Sport it will give the least amount of clutch slip and preserve the clutches, seems like it would be worse for the SST since It shifts so violently but it is definitely better to drive it like that
I'm being straight up, i prefer driving Manuals even in heavy traffic but the actual shift times in the SST is unbeatable however the gearboxes are extremely expensive to build for power $6,000 for like 600hp Stock 5spd will do that, However i have a samsonas sequential So i cheat for manual now haha Nice Evo X man :) i'm more of a Old gen JDM person but i got nothing against X / R35s etc
Thanks man and definitely each to their own and yeah agreed they can be costly to build but if done right they can hold lots of power and be a lot of fun to drive
Hi I install the tein enduopro plus adjustable shocks and the ralliart handles way better than stock without lowering the car it fits like the stock shocks
Nice work
dammm my dream car evo x with sst gearbox ..hope one day i will get..do more video about your evo x sst.. :)
Thanks man i really hope you get one soon as they're amazing cars.
Will definitely be more vidoes on my car coming soon so keep an eye out for them 😀
@@JacksonStrain thanks man 😊hope get 1 day but in malaysia evo x is very expensive its cost around rm 130k-150k depends on the condition.. but the normal lancer gt or proton inspira almost same price cost around rm30k-rm40k
@@elangowanangamuthu6143 ohh wow yeah not cheap there at all, well i hope you get one eventually
i have one its a love hate relationship. i hate the maintenance cost I'm not mechanical :( but smoking stang 5.0 and dodge on mountain roads always brings a smile on my face
Hey mate. Where did you get those shift paddles? Link please!!
Hey mate they're from shift koncepts I have made a video on installing them if you scroll down to my first few videos you'll see it and there will be a link in the description of that video to shift koncepts to buy some
Watching you videos is making me so excited for my Ralliart. Good stuff 👍🏻
Thanks haha yeah i bet you can't wait they're such great cars.
Is the one youre getting stock?
Jackson Strain yeah stock with a tune. 2010 89000km
@@ImDizzo nice man where was it tuned?
One thing is make sure its had An SST service and if not get one asap as they should be done every 15,000-30,000 kms
Jackson Strain tune was done by Steve knight racetech making 183 kw. Unfortunately transmission hasn’t been serviced so the first thing I will be booking is that. Would you say it will need trans fluid and filter change?
@@ImDizzo oh ok yeah thats good power for a Ralliart, yes needs immediate SST service and S-Sport mode flashed to trans as Ralliarts don't come with that mode but can easily be flashed onto it.
Make sure the clutches arent slipping and everything works fine trans wise if it hasnt been serviced as it is well overdue
hey jackson, hopefully you can still answer this. how do i know when do up shift?
Hey mate it depends on how you're driving, if your trying to drive normally then change before 3,000rpm.
If you're wanting to hit a bit of boost but not go crazy maybe around 4k rpm and if you're wanting to drive hard then shift between 5.5 -7k
You get used to it though and will become second nature to you just like it does when driving a manual trans
Jackson Strain How about when downshifting?
Jackson Strain im starting to get used to it, but do you downshift when turning or going in roundabouts?
@@kikoliezlleo hey mate, yes I downshift if ill be slowing down for the round about or turn. You want to always keep the car in the right gear so that it has proper acceleration, its hard to explain but you'll know what I mean as if you tried to accelerate in say 6th gear at 60kms an hour (which is bad for the engine so don't do that) it will feel like it is in the wrong gear so won't accelerate properly.
So you always want to keep the car in a suitable gear for the speed and RPMs of the engine
Hey Jackson, I noticed you mentioned the whine in 2nd and 4th. I get that in my car too and was worried it was maybe a t-case issue. Glad to hear its not. Do you know what its from? Only get it on deceleration in even gears.
Hey Andrew it's completely normal and mine started doing it more after a teach in and software update so I asked AK racing about it and they said it's nothing to worry about.
I can't remember what they said as to what actually causes it though
@@JacksonStrain Thanks for always responding! and congrats on the growth of the channel. Almost 1000! 1000 sub giveaway? ;)
@@JacksonStrain Been around since 400 ish subs. This channel actually helped me alot with pulling the trigger on buying my X.
@@andrewlin5972 thanks Andrew and I definitely remember and appreciate all the people who have been here and commenting since I started.
I did plan on doing a 1,000 subs giveaway but with corona virus slowing my work down a bit and stopping me from getting overtime hours I'm unsure if I'll still do it.
Jackson Strain yea i hear ya. This covid shit definitely sucks. I’ve been unable to work for the last months completely. I work in construction so most projects have been shut down.
Where did you get that vent on the front of the bumper?
Hey mate, it's the FQ400 vent and is made by Andrew Pye.
If you search evo x Facebook groups you might find one but he makes them in batches a few times a year and sells them that way.
Hello. I’m interested in an evo but don’t know what I should get. I know I want an evo x. But I’m confused about automatic and manual. To my understanding in your video, your can can do both?
I have made a few videos showing how they drive now but watching videos can only do so much so I would suggest doing a driving both the manual and SST to see what you prefer.
I obviously preferred the SST but I know its not for everyone
where’d you get the carbon fiber steering wheel logo?
Hey Parker I don't have a link to the one in the video but this is the one I run now which is much better.
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@@JacksonStrain thanks mate
I found the s-sport mode a year after owning it lol I didn't know about it for so long 😂
Ohh wow haha, how often do you use it now?
@@JacksonStrain not a lot since it is aggressive I drive in sport mode in town and on the highway I go to normal mode just to get better fuel mileage. S-sport for me is good on the track haha 😁
@@MiaMariaMedia oh ok yep that's good, just make sure you try to use S-Sport when doing hard pulls as its better for the gearbox using that mode, bit if you're already using that mode at the track I'm sure you're aware
@@JacksonStrain yep only for hard pulls but you can only get into that when stopped ? I do love using sport mode as my car came running rich from Japan so loves to back fire on an hks catback 😍🔥
The SST is closer to a real WRC rally car than the 5 speed imo. Rally cars uses sequential gear boxes like F1s.
Can't argue with that
Can you hear the turbo spewl up paddle shifting?
Yes you can, you just don't hear the BOV unless you lift off the throttle
Is the sst in the MR reliable?
Hi mate I've had mine for 6 years now and it has never let me down.
I am about to rebuild the SST as my clutches are slipping a little but that's to be expected for a 2008 model with 175,000kms on it.
If you can find one for sale that's already been rebuilt I'd say you will have years of reliability
You should keep the windows up when recording because its hard to hear you over the exhaust
I have upgraded my microphones since I filmed this video so hopefully newer ones are better
How mutch power are you running ? I am very interested because i want to buy one as well and i want to see the mod capacity is
Kind regards Eric
Hi mate at the time of this video I was 257kw on E85 but have since changed turbos and am now at 287kw on E85.
Those are Australian numbers so if you're in the U.S consider those mustang dyno figures
Just wanted to make sure, so in normal and sport mode the car will always be in automatic but in s sport it will always be in manual and never shift up unless the driver does so?
No you can drive the car in auto or manual in either normal sport or s sport but in s sport and auto it eill basically hold the gears longer and try to keep engine close to 6k rpm
@@JacksonStrain ahh I see, so in s sport it will technically still shift. So if I drive it on auto s sport is that still bad on the clutch? If in s sport I should only be driving it in manual?
@@spikeyboy yeah in amy mode and auto it will still shift and you could drive like it but i think you would hate is as the car will always be in 2nd amd 3rd gear at high rpm. Best off in manual and s sport which is more fun
I’m someone who doesn’t love manual enough to deal with it in traffic living in a city with over 1 mill ppl so I’m glad the Auto seems to be pretty good in this car. I just know it’s going to be annoying hearing mf’s cry about me not driving a manual, I’ve never understood why people care what others want to drive
Thanks I definitely love mine still to this day. You get user to people having a cry that the car isn't manual but yeah I agree it's weird that people get so hung up on it
Hey hi Jackson, i have a 2015 Evo x Mr, Whats the difference in comparison to your engine compare to my engine ?
Hi Ainsley, the engines will be the same other than a revised timing chain which was in the 2011+ models I believe. Other than that it would just be the aftermarket modifications that will be different
wow i love your evo 10 man i really want 1
Thanks I love it too, it's changed a bit since I filmed this video if you check one of my more recent videos
@@JacksonStrain i did have seen 1 for sale in UK but sadly i don't got the money for it at the moment
@@JJGamer18 ah ok I hope you can get one in the future
@@JacksonStrain I hope so I am trying to get a job but I don't have a lot of luck in my life hope that soon changes
Can you do a video with you doing a pull in this car
I have changed many parts since filming this video including the turbo but have a few videos where I do pulls on either the stock turbo the new GTP712 turbo
I see why you like that auto hearing how fast the gear charge i like. But that slow ass gear charge in other auto would kill me im sitting there yelling at the car to charge gears, but after hearing this imma test out the dual clutch
Thanks mate, yeah it's a lot of fun and very different to a conventional auto
Hello, I want to know what central control screen you are using, because I also want to replace one. How much did you spend on this?
Hi mate I have an Android headunit and the torque pro app, cost around $600 aud
can you give me the name of headunit
@@zironghuang9765 the place I bought mine from is closed but heres a link to one the same
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Jackson Strain thanks bro
I really want an evo 10 but I know nothing about having a turbocharged car. Any advice?
best bet is joining some evo facebook groups or searching for evoxforums on Google and reading up.
be warned that servicing for any performance or turbo car will be higher than a normal commuter car but the trade off is how fun they are to drive
Planning to get a Evo X in the near future. But my wife said I should get a Type R.
Very different cars and price ranges, id say test drive both and see what you prefer.
Though one thing I can guarantee is the Type R interior will be 10x nicer haha
Jackson Strain I just want something simple but still fun to drive. I told her I am not a fan of Honda. She Immediately told me you might as well buy a Corolla...haha
@@joManTan haha just take her around a few corners in an Evo X and she will instantly change her mind.
EVO X MR is alot of fun to drive though
Jackson Strain Thanks, been watching your vids to see your perspectives on driving a Evo daily. Hopefully I would be able to seal a deal on one.
Love and support from your subscriber :)
@@joManTan thanks heaps I appreciate it ✌
I want me an MR. I love to travel and don't desire to be in traffic playing with a clutch and shifting.
Yep, I'm with you on that one
The ralliart is the only dual clutch transmission I’ve ever driven. I wonder how it compares to a dsg transmission
I've driven a couple of DSGs and they are similar to be honest the ones I drove were mk 6 golf rs though so I'm sure the new ones are a bit better
@@JacksonStrain good to know because I don't think I could ever really like driving a regular auto again 😅
To each their own, I wouldn’t see myself getting a automatic when it’s available in manual
Hey Ruben, yeah definitely each to their own as if we all had the same taste car makers wouldn't make multiple models and specs and life would be boring.
I'd actually go the opposite of you and only get manual if a dual clutch auto wasn't an option.
If it's a conventional auto then manual the way as those are no fun, like the Evo 7 for example comes in both auto or manual but the auto is a conventional torque converter box and is awful to drive.
The SST is much faster of a shift than the human hand.
@@tomm6789 but also more fragile when wanting to put power through it, both trans are to appease a certain crowd. I myself would take an sst over the manual just because of traffic where I live and I wouldnt want huge horsepower being that the only place I'd be racing too is a light most of the time😂
@@That_Stinger_GT5 You are right. That is why I leave my EVO stock.
@@tomm6789how many miles you have on your evo?
do you downshift using the paddle or does it also automatically downshift like 2018 AT montero sports?
Yeah I downshoft with the paddle, if you come to a complete stop though it will go back onto 1st for you
@@JacksonStrain I see. Now I know how to use my montero paddle hahaha, I've got the car for like a year now and I didn't even bother to use the paddle
I'm not sure if it will be the same transmission so might work quite differently. The Evo X uses a dual clutch tran
I have a question, I am looking at a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer ralliart that is an sst and has 105k miles on it for my first car, would you recommend it? I wanted one that was a manual transmission but my parents won’t let me get one, would this be a good option and is it reliable?
They're good cars and generally reliable but just do some research into the SST repair prices and if you have a shop near you that can work on and repair them
@@JacksonStrain I just got a job at a mechanic shop from someone I know, I am just there to help right now and learn a little more about cars and stuff
Do you know if the 2015 evo gsr downshifts on it’s own?
The 2015 GSR should be manual only.
If your GSR is an SST though then it will downshift itself but only when you come to a stop
What lb-ft/nm can these boxes handle max ? Are they viable to drag race/launch with high hp figures ?
If you wanted to drag race regularly it would be the best option to get one with a rebuilt SST or get the SST rebuilt with upgraded clutches as once that's done they can handle more power and torque, for stock clutches 420nm is about what most tuners cap it at but once you upgrade the clutches you can as high as you like.
My wifes MR has had multiple drag days and launches (when the previous owner had it) and with stock clutches and around 390whp it did a best of 11.81 quarter mile time.
@@JacksonStrain Lovely. I wasn't even aware that evos had this DCT option, since I've been in the diesel world for the past 2-3 years and all those automatics, ZF6/8 speeds hold around 1,000NM no problem and I got used to the absolute smoothness and robustness they offer and I just feel that manual transmissions doesn't do it for me anymore... both for daily driving and drag racing.
@@RY3ER_ yeah after owning this dual clutch Evo I think any cars that I buy from now on will he the same unless it's and older car that has the choice of manual or convention 4 speed auto as in that case manual is the better choice.
But of looking into Evos and wanting something that can launch and make great power I'd look into Kozmic motorsports if you're in the U.S as they do some serious builds and are running 9s on one of their customers cars
@@JacksonStrain Thanks for the suggestion! Sadly, I'm in Europe :/
May i know what meter reading app you using at the android device? and is it accurate ?
Hi I am using the torque pro app which is available on the Google play store. It's accurate for speed, gas, temperatures and a few other things.
Boost and AFR isn't accurate so I now run dedicated gauges for those
@@JacksonStrain knowledge learn!thanks for the info bro! I'm a evo fan from malaysia however can't afford to buy it then I have to buy a lancer convert in EVO haha, currently studying difference between RA and EVO sst
@@edwardtian2587 no problems, the Evo and Ralliart SST are the same basically except for a different mode called S-Sport which can be flashed onto the Ralliart
@@JacksonStrain but evo sst behind need to cut lancer chassis then only can install in it,abit risky, but cornering best tho haha
Not that I care much about L/100km but how is the fuel economy for you driving in s sport Manual as a daily ?
To be honest I haven't looked in a long time
I get around 380kms to a tank on 98 and maybe 300 on E85 at a rough guess
Presume you turn off the traction control fully?
Sometimes I do, but for general driving no
Hey I just got my 2008 evo x mr and wanted to push more horsepower and go full bolt one is the anything you would suggest to get
Congrats on the MR, it depends on budget and goals.
Best to work out what you want out of the car as to what to do, can start with full bolt ons and some E85 like I had when I made this video, I've since upgraded a few more parts if you watch my more recent videos
Okay I wasn’t sure on what brands to go with or even were to start on upgrades to be honest
@@tyleroherien4687 what country are you in?
How strong is it? If I wanted to give it more boost could the car actually handle it?
Yes it can handle around double the factory whp, mine is now running full bolt ons with a bigger turbo and E85 with 26psi
Hey buddy, When you said you're clutches were starting to slip now after 5 years, How much k's did it have when they started slipping?
Hey mate I'm not exactly sure how many kms I had at the time but its definitely become more noticeable in the last 1.5 years so I'd say around the 140,000kms mark
Hi there I own a 2011 Ralliart, do you have an aftermarket bov?
Hi Kris yes I do It's a turbosmart kompact plumb back BOV
i own the same year, i have a GFB BOV on mine
Evo x gsr sst from MEL, did u have any upgrades on ur sst?
Hey Jack, no the SST is still stock at this stage but will be getting it rebuilt in the next 6 months hopefully and replacing the clutches with some 10 plates from AK Racing
@@JacksonStrain im also consider doing my keep us updated thx mate
@@jackguo3688 I'll definitely be making videos on the process and cost once the time comes
I would have gotten the auto too.
MR gang!
Yeah buddy 🤘
hello, I was looking for an evo x mr, how reliaible are these vehicles?
Hi, you will get mixed results when asking this question but it all seems to come down to how the transmission was maintained and driven by previous owners.
Mine has been extremely reliable and but ultimately they will all need to be rebuilt at some stage which can be a costly process, if you buy the car and are aware of the costs and also buy one that is in good condition then you might be like me and get years of reliability
@@JacksonStrain thank you for the response, why do they all have to be rebuilt at some point? after how many km and how much is this ? thank you
Do you always drive the evo in sport mode?
Yes i do, only exception is when in using cruise control
Where can i get that front bumper?
Hi its the oem bumper with oem aero front lip, I've then added an FQ400 vent which you can buy from Evolution X Design or Clubspec customs
I got my evo x and has done 58k miles when will the sst start having problems?
It really all depends on tbe car, I didn't end up rebuilding mine until around 180,000kms but some can need it way sooner
@@JacksonStrain my 2009 evo x is making 450bhp rn and soon going to for a tune up to 550 - 600bhp which clutch pack you reckon is a good choice, so far im looking at a Xtreme 200mm Twin Plate Solid Ceramic Clutch Kit
I like the Ralliart's drivetrain better... but the brakes on the evo... are amazing.
That's a first but to each their own 👍
@@JacksonStrain It grips better. its better on the dirt too. Had one. But yeah... bought a truck lol 😂 as u said u gotta keep things each to their own. Ended up buying a gtr last year. loved it. Missthe evox... then the ralliart(which the brakes kinda sucked)
I had both at the same time and can't say I agree with you on that other than the RA brakes sucking haha.
I'm definitely wanting to get a GTR next though too seems like the logical upgrade now
@@JacksonStrain 100% . I didnt want to get a loan but ended up doing it. Bought the truck on full ... 10k down payment. found a gtr for 30k... 20k debt. SOOOO... ended up with a 300usd a month payments to the bank and 200usd for insurance cause u know... race car life lol btw... my gtr had bad tires... no breaking pads ... spend a few hundred dollars on it and bam... new car!
Dude , thats a long paddle shifter . What brand is that ?
Hey Cody it's made by shift koncepts I have an installation video on it if go to my first few videos.
Would you recommend driving in sport with a raliart
Yes I do and I 100% reccomend getting S-Sport flashed into the car and then driving in that mode
Jackson Strain how would I do that? And what would that run you price wise? Sorry for all the questions I appreciate the reply and how quickly you replied
@@sneaky_stache9150 hey man It should be around $50 you will just have to find a shop that works on ralliarts and does transmission servicing and work on them near you and they'll be able go do it
Jackson Strain thanks man I’ll look into that, just found out my winter rims were bent (not from me previous owner) so I’m about to drop 12 on some new rims so I’ll look into it after that, really appreciate the Info you’ve earned yourself a sub
That transmission is full bolt on and e85 , put that big turbo and that transmission goes boom 🤯, the GSR is the only way to go but you will learn quick 🤑🤑🤑
I've had the car for 5.5 years and haven't had a single transmission problem, I now do have a bigger turbo on it but not a huge turbo as I want to keep it as a responsive daily driver. The SST is still going fine and has 165,000kms on it.
I do plan on upgrading the clutches soon which is only a few thousand dollars to do and the box itself is very strong and doesn't need any upgrades.
Search kosmic motorsport or RP motorsport if you want to see what the SST is capable of
Can I ask what head unit that is ??
Hey mate it's the same as this one
rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F392929970036&campid=5338694905&toolid=10001&customid=
To each their own, I choose my mr cause you wouldn’t fin a clean eco x here that’s not been heavily modified or priced wayyy high. Mines a 2010, with very low miles and a simple Ecu tune
Nice man, yeah definitely to each their own and I still love driving manual
The left hand drive is messing with my head so bad
Hahaha
my ego docent go in to super sport what should I do its a 2015 mr.
Are you doing it while stopped and holding the switch up for upto 10 seconds?
@@JacksonStrain I will try that thanks 👍🏽
Is it ok if i just drive it it sport mode no shifting????
It's ok but S-Sport is the best mode to prolong the life of your clutches
I don't know if to get a dodge charge scat pack or one of them.
They're very different cars and the steering and handling in the Evo is next level, I suggest driving them both and seeing what suits your needs and driving style better
I didn't even know they made auto for evo. Is that cvt auto?
Yeah they also made an auto Evo 7 and Evo 9 wagon. Those were conventional torque converter autos though.
The Evo X has a dual clutch auto trans made by getrag
Carbon fiber wrap on steering wheel?
There is a link to the carbon steering wheel badge in the description if that's what you're asking about
SST>Getrag DCT for the Evo
Wouldn't it be automated manual instead of calling it a automatic?
Automatics have torque converters and the sst is pretty much 2 manuals in 1.
It basically is yes, but still classed as an automatic and I've learned to just call it that to save arguments with manual fan boys that get upset about the non 5 speed evo
and what's wrong with driving in automatic? also thanks for all the evo vids
wait you shift using the paddles?
Hi, its fine to drive it in Auto but when in sport or S-Sport mode it will always tey to hold the gears a bit long which is fine if you're wanting to drive hard but when just cruising it will be Nnoying and will use a lot more fuel.
I mainly use the paddles to change gears yes.
I have recently made a video showing how the car drives in all the modes in both auto or manual shifting which might answer the question better
What is the highest boost you did
Around 27psi on E85 and 24 on pump fuel 98
@@JacksonStrain nice is it on stock turbo or upgraded and I love the car I don’t understand why car enthusiast always have issues about People buying automatic like if manual is the only way or auto isn’t Manly like who cares it’s all about personal preference especially in areas that have a lot of traffic
@@MrCRios yes I agree completely, when I filmed this video it was on stock turbo but is now using an upgraded turbo called a GTP712
Im 17 and i been thinking to buy Evo x when i 18.
I been thinking to buy manual but i have not enough money so i think i will but the auto version CVT
They are a great car and as long as you maintain them they seem to be very reliable.
Either the manual or auto is a great choice and btw the auto isn't a CVT in the Evo its a dual clutch auto instead, the CVT just comes in the non turbo auto lancers
@@JacksonStrain Can i ask
Is Evo x Awd?
@@zumakisan4196 yes it is
@@JacksonStrain owh all Evo is Awd now i get it.
@@zumakisan4196 yes Evos are the AWD Turbo version of the Lancer which is in it's base form a Naturally aspirated FWD
What is the screen's brand?
It came in a box with no branding, if you search Evo X Android headunit on eBay you will find them
@@JacksonStrain thanks, can you please share the link?
@@kareememara17 here's a link to one, I didn't buy mine on ebay but the place I did buy it has closed down so this is the best option
rover.ebay.com/rover/1/705-53470-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com.au%2Fitm%2FAndroid-10-0-Car-Radio-Stereo-for-Mitsubishi-Lancer-EVO-GPS-Navigation-Headunit%2F154045291746%3Ffits%3DModel%253ALancer%26hash%3Ditem23ddd09ce2%3Ag%3AoYUAAOSwrxRfGl01&campid=5338694905&toolid=10001&customid=
@@JacksonStrain thank you so much.
@@kareememara17 you're welcome
Is your screen stock?
No it's an Android unit from ebay
What year evo X is that?
It's a 2008
I bought an used lancer x ralliart and it also has the tc-sst dual clutch transmission, but i already had to bring it to the repair shop.
Maybe the pre-owner forgot to do the service for changing the transmission oil 😕
Also the oilpump for 4wd system needs to be fixed
Hope you don't get these problems
Good luck!
Thanks mate, I've been lucky so far and am guessing the previous owner took care of mine.
But will have to do the expensive fixes eventually
What head unit is that?
Hey mate it's just an Android headunit, if you click on one of my more recent videos there'll be a link in the description
@@JacksonStrain thanks, earned a sub!
Thanks mate
I tend to love the car more when its automatic, easy to drive and maintenance. Manual i hate
I must say I'm a fan of both but Auto is still fun to drive in the right car
To be honest really. It's the other way around. Manual is cheaper for maintenance. But for preference it does boil down to what you like more for sure.
manual is a pain on traffic, although it's fun. it just depends what you like or what you need :)
@@felixhyro7243 completely agree and if I buy a second car to use beside my Evo it will be manual for sure
Rebuilding a MT transmission is do-able for people with basic maintenance skills and a hydraulic press, an automatic transmission is not build able at home, most shops just order a new one instead of rebuilding the automatic transmission.
it is reliable?
Mine has been for 7 years now, a few things have been upgraded over time but nothing that's left me stranded
@@JacksonStrain what kind of improvements have you made to the automatic transmission? ....i saw a video on youtube where the clutch basket scratches the gearbox
It still has a clutch, but with solenoid actuators that does the clutching for you. Unlike a traditional automatic transmission. Technically its not a traditional automatic theres nothing alike with it at all in functionality or technically with a traditional automatic. No one can change faster than a computer. Fastest cars in the world are auto's. Dct transmissions are the future. The computer clutches for you. Hint... the old school WRC evos were semi automatics enough said. Manuals are for emotional drivers not logical drivers even though i have driven manuals ha ha and got converted...... Logic says DCT automatics are the way to go, not emotions. SST transmission is a DCT transmission many manufacturers have there own name. DCT transmission cars...GTR 35 and up, Porsches, VW Golf r models, Audi sport cars, Dodge SRT autos, most of the top sports cars have DCT transmissions. Except the last Holden HSV models or ss. Emotions vs logic.
Yes agreed and I did mention in the video it's not the conventional boring auto as I've driven and not enjoyed them at all, it actually has two clutches one more odd gears and one for even so always has the next year engaged.
@@JacksonStrain absolutely agaree, sorry the relpy is in regards to the coventional manual drivers negative responses, I'll edit it for future reference so theres no misunderstanding. Great footage.
@@stopspin oh ok make sense, thanks mate 🤘
Its an evo so its cool🤷🏼👏🏻
Thanks mate 🍻
Those who disliked the video either don’t have a car or drive a slow car
Haha must be something like that
Selling my STI and buying an evo automatic lmao.
I chose my auto evo over an STI and still have no regrets 6 years later
does it dose
Well it flutters, depends what you consider dose and what you consider flutter
Jackson Strain yeah flutter dose nice
what bov set up you got
@@kyrqa7019 yep it flutters a lot, its a turbosmart kompact BOV
Jackson Strain thanks bro
You can probably hear it best in this video