Evo 9 MR Struggles At Its First Time Attack Event

You saw Ben compete in his first Time Attack even with his K-Swapped Civic, now it's my turn with my Evo 9 MR. This is what we built the car for! Follow Ben through the highs and lows of trying to compete in time attack.
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[@Joey_Freshwater1]

Ben do yourself a favor and get some hard upper and lower IC pipes with silicone couplers instead of that 15 year old oem rubber crap.

[@LOSisBEAST2]

Yeaaa i saw that and was surprised. I thought he replaced it when did the build.

[@K2theK-b6u]

I was about to suggest the same. The OEM pipes are horrible. Hard pipes really make a big difference on the evo, as well as an upgrade to the OEM wastegate to a turbosmart which will help hold boost in the upper rpm, and a grimmspeed boost controller. While you are at it, send your turbo to Kirk at BoostLab for an upgrade and you will have a stock looking turbo that will put out 400+ !!! Let's see you chase the lap leader after that :D

[@antonc108]

you are only as strong as your weakest link...

[@Aznderek67]

Right, hard piping is an upgrade and part of maintaining a old boosted car

[@TonyJer04]

What brands do you recommend?

[@perryman333]

I read the title as EVO 9 “Mr. Struggles”, like that was the cars new nickname or something 😂

[@gustavocastillo9954]

Nah, it's Lana Rhoades lol

[@TheFattyBen]

Dude, same. Lol

[@shaboingboing6787]

@@gustavocastillo9954 i thought it was just lana lol

[@BPBomber]

Sounds better than lana

[@Xammed]

Haha me too!

[@dolphinoegglet7263]

I was so happy for that BMW spinner to avoid the wall.

[@john-martin]

Spinners are winners, if you have one then you’ll pull more chicks then without. Spinners are winners.

[@narutobroken]

Yeah that would’ve been expensive

[@carlosevfaj]

me too

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Yeah, it's never fun to see someone crash. :(

[@matthewgiang8400]

@@WarriorsPhoto unless it's nascar

[@j_mars_cars]

It's sad but also appreciated to see the struggles that even the best have to get on track. I feel like that's filtered out too much these days. KZbin and other channels tend to hide the real issues that the people deal with. Thank you for showing that.

[@thersanothersidetome]

Dude. Don't worry about the pressure and sponsors. Your easy going nature is what can help you when you face heartbreak in competition. As for your sponsors, your viewers will stay committed no matter what your performance on the track is. Your sponsors better know this too. I know they are the first brands i go to or exclusively shop with. We are excited to watch yours and Ben's growth.

[@fraxonthefurry21]

"So you know the routine right?" He saw you had a Evo 😆

[@isabelle.c011]

These the only dudes loosing weight for weight reduction 😂

[@salmanGT4]

Don’t feel too bad mate, for car guys like us everyday is a learning curve

[@jackboase242]

I wasn’t built to be this early, my purpose is to watch videos a day late.

[@PatricIX]

Go for silicone piping instead of the OEM meshed ones... I had my intercooler-intake pipe blow off on stock power

[@migueljimenez6808]

Veryyyy informative! Mine recently started popping off whenever I hit boost! I was thinking of swapping out the clamps to t-bolts for now but I’ll do the whole switch! Any recommendations?

[@PatricIX]

@@migueljimenez6808 i took the whole kit from Samco, happy with it

[@migueljimenez6808]

@@PatricIX thank you so much!!! I’ll for sure look into it!

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Just like pokemon, Your Lancer didnt Evolve.

[@jameeboo]

The council of neckbeard keyboard warriors will decide your fate

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

@@jameeboo *I AM THE SENATE*

[@falco642]

RoseOfHizaki NOT YET!

[@benjaminstephen2821]

@@falco642 It's treason then

[@TheMrFlyBoy18]

Like you could do better😂

[@lukegoossens1156]

Last time I was this early Ben was wearing a sun hat in a miata

[@VS666]

the first day I had my evo 9 I blew an IC hose like 5 miles from the house. my girlfriend and her friend were in the car and they were not impressed with my purchase haha

[@mateogarcia1207]

how can you not expect the intercooler pipes to go kaboom when they’re made of plastic

[@mohammedshahid9137]

I just want to take a moment and say , that gears and gasoline have some of the best quality vids , the cam quality is always so crisp

[@buskerbusker8826]

Cause of the 2 bucket method by authomotive aesthetic.

[@agenericaccount3935]

By the way, hats off to the cameraman/editor. You did great.

[@nnns415]

He looks so thin now. His funny side personality suits him better than this serious one. It will create conflict inside. Short Ben on other hand has a constant/stable personality.

[@JZ-st5zr]

Nikhil Singhal I agree

[@tabryis]

He's very moody and takes himself pretty seriously

[@xristos1857]

The only struggle that evo has is lapping everyone over again

[@JumpmanMarioTheAwesomeMario]

I find it quite ironic that the class leader is driving a Subaru.

[@bullcipher]

Jump LOL

[@JumpmanMarioTheAwesomeMario]

@SD Harley Shh, we don't talk about that.

[@reedburrito8958]

You should play some eurobeat while competing to add at least 100hp

[@NiquelBones]

overused and unfunny joke of the day

[@antonc108]

@@NiquelBones Indeed.

[@matdddd]

Mitsubishi Evo on the side of the track. Mark that one in the books

[@initialvat4226]

Ben needs his M I S U F I R I N G S Y S H T E M U on his next trackday:)

[@Went__Awol]

Rip turbo

[@tabishahmedparkar9734]

(Inner Kyoichi Sudo intensifies)

[@initialvat4226]

@@tabishahmedparkar9734 gonna get dem bandanas next time...

[@jonrod1693]

Yow any ideas wherr I can watch inital D for free legitemately?

[@initialvat4226]

@@jonrod1693 download utorrent ( PC recommended) then go to Piratebay or 1337x then search Initial D and click get torrent.

[@faizaanahmed1540]

Lana fits right in, some of the competition on that track is fierce

[@KewaNCow]

Yeah those clamps suck A**. I tried one of those on my throttle body on my evo but they where not holding for anything so i went back to normal hose clamps. Running 40psi on normal hardwarestore hose clamps now and they work great!

[@TonyJer04]

What kind of clamp was that? I like the screw type of clamp, but I don't know if those are the best. The clamps that need a vice grips are such a pain to get off.

[@evofreak1304]

@@TonyJer04 I had this too , the trick is to not secure the clamp right at the edge of the hose. just leave a little bit of space and use normal clamps . and not over tighten it.

[@svetoslavyanchev3263]

Bro, dont take yourself so seriously. You always have been a chill person, with wide smile on your face... stay that way.😉

[@marquisethomas5611]

Both Ben's lost weight, thats cool 👏🏾

[@Slfxo]

I just remember when Ben said that he wasn't gonna tune his Evo for track/racing purposes. And yet, here we are.

[@TheLordofShell]

"So you know the routine right" He just assumed that in being an Evo it wouldn't be your first tow lol

[@OakleyOptions]

No turbo no problems #NAGang

[@BaberBuilt]

I love your videos but damn, I have never seen someone so upset about popping a charge pipe. That is the easiest thing to fix that could go wrong. Go Speed Density and even if that happens the car will still run to drive back to the pits.

[@Jdmjunkie001]

I don't get why he parked it.

[@BaberBuilt]

@@Jdmjunkie001 the car won't run once a charge pipe is off when the car is still running a MAF. Needs to be converted to Speed density.

[@owenmstar]

*sun in the rain music in the pain* *wind blowing on your face* i love these videos- just everything about them are amazing

[@tylerdowd]

still a good performance! nice episode

[@spencerhudzenko3734]

Slow or fast, problems or not. I will watch your videos. I think I can speak for most of us when I say we watch for you guys and the way you shoot.

[@ahmedirfan9614]

WE MISS LANA PLEASE DO AN ENGINE SWAP VIDEO ON IT :(

[@auyong1566]

Finally a non k20 swapped video ,btw i missed lana.

[@RealBearFace]

Vibrant makes some IC clamps don't they? Maybe cop some pieces from them

[@GevXander]

damn evos look good

[@N21theboss]

Both of you guys dropped weight? You guys working out?

[@emmanuellehuu8818]

This is illegal, this video is too short... oh no... its just finished...

[@car-lo]

That is where the common pop off you need better clamps, seems like you used stock on a tune car. You are over reacting with a drama. Stop referring to intercooler pipes seems like hoses.

[@lilporshe]

2:37 “hidaaahghhhg” i felt that 😔

[@elsrflanders1545]

Finally an evo video I thought this was a honda channel

[@nikoprather]

I've been racing a while now and I get the feeling man, you get in the groove and you strive to do better every time you go out, and then when you don't go faster or you fail in another way you get pissed, take a step back and just enjoy the day driving your car fast, not everyone has a nice evo, let alone can take it to gridlife events and drive hard for a weekend, enjoy it bro

[@RStandsForRace]

That's how racing goes, man. The highs are really high and the lows are really low.

[@shane5001]

PLEASE continue "The Aftermarket"!!!!

[@PureFunction]

Sweet sound of the almighty 4G63!

[@jasonkim2772]

You could upgrade the piping to titanium.

[@NormEatsRice]

Congrats on the weight loss my dude! Lookin as great as the car! :)

[@zebbybermingham3270]

that thing sounded so sick with the intercooler pipe off lumpy cams ftw!!!

[@googleuser6440]

Wayyyyyyyyyyyy too much talking!

[@goose_x5]

Let’s be real. First day wasn’t best lap of the session... more like “Only lap of the session” lol jk looks awesome though!

[@duckiedx]

Dude! We’re here to watch you grow. I doubt anyone cares if you’re a pro. Just be yourself and we’ll continue to support you guys.

[@gfamily8095]

Roud trip a rx8 and a miata

[@CD2198]

Bro i love this. But can we get another asmr

[@345mrawsomeness]

cant wait to see the return of the evo

[@Kiss__Kiss]

We live to fight another day....

[@sarahdell4042]

Wiggins setup and never look back.

[@alexletssnowboard]

Calm down buddy and don't be harsh on yourself or lana , never forget you are doing it for fun , don't push yourself just enjoy what you doing !!! Piece out

[@kaj750]

1. Clean couplings. I used carb cleaner because f it LOL 2. Use hair spray. Let it get tacky and clamp. 3. Use constant-torque WORM DRIVE clamps. T-clamps pinch, so don't clamp evenly. I've run 28-30psi on my Evo for over a year since doing this. I haven't popped a coupling since. Good luck

[@Aznderek67]

The real driver mod is dropping pounds from the driver

[@DIYEverythingracing]

Hard luck - next time. It always amazes me you guys can just chuck a helmet and gloves on to race. You're not allowed on track over here without full overalls, fireproof under garmets and soon HANS device being mandatory.

[@Tarrant64]

What you're going through is what everyone goes through at some point. And the good thing is, your attitude is taking that adjustment, you recognize where you can do better in your approach to your goals and frankly that's what this is all about. What's funny, is you guys covered this with Jackie Ding - 精益求精 (jīng yì qiú jīng) - No limit, always a way to improve. Great video, looking forward to more!

[@marcoferreira3832]

Ben, no need to be so harsh on yourself man. Everything is an opportunity to learn and you have learnt something for sure from the sessions you did!

[@howardahhon7600]

Evo Ben: I guess it's just pure bad luck, that your boost pipe keeps coming off. Don't be too harsh on yourselve, lift up your head and remember how far you guys have come!!! Practice makes perfect and you will always improve!!!... 😉

[@pw85___]

Keep keeping on. For the love of God, get some silicone couplers. And T-clamps. Be ready for the worst at all times. Don't have super high expectations, just enjoy the process and the drive. You have the opportunity to experience something 99% of your viewers probably never will.

[@7eamGhast]

Wavetrac Differential, FP Red Ballbearing and 272 Cams. Tune for speed density and eliminate the MAF.

[@codyburleson7882]

Man the same thing happened to me in my 9 GSR at Carolina Motorsports Park. Lower piping is awful. Blew off on me and I missed 2 session due to having to dismount the splitter just to get to the piping. Could’ve probably taken the wheel off.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Every time I see this car I want to buy an EVO. Now if only I could find a stock one. Hmmm

[@hawkertyphoon4537]

Evo Struggles? Driver! Driver Struggles. And loses opportunities because of weather. Hmm? a bit more accurate?

[@Biking_with_Akiva]

You did amazing for it being your first time being at that track. Love what your doing to Laanaaa the Lancer. You guys are awesome can’t wait for the next video!

[@horror5k]

Get some new IC pipes, please do yourself a favor please. That thing old thing is like 14 years old. But I love you car channel and everything

[@lucusc4002]

I was surprised by seeing the video so short but quickly realized why that was. Ben all you need is seat time and you’ll be good, I get your frustration I’m the exact same way.

[@daazndood]

Your Evo is putting down over 100whp compared to stock and you are still running the stock rubber IC couplers. Jesus Christ lol how do you get anywhere at all. get some hard pipes ASAP. and with the small battery, you should be able to fit a short route kit.

[@mezje]

Those OE Mitsubishi hoses are notorious for swelling and blowing :( The "Zip Tie" mod you referred to a popular fix, a shame it didn't fix it. We all know the feeling but hey you got it sorted and got some decent seat time, great video!

[@LOONTRON76]

Also, chin up fam. The important thing I focus on is "FIRST time attack event". Getting more knowledge on how to further control your car is always a step in the right direction. As long as the second event goes even slightly better than the first, and so on, I'd say you're doing ok. Don't let the poor times suck the fun out of everything.

[@talesvaldo]

you guys need to put a subtitle (convert) when talking stuff like pounds, its a worldwide channel... not USA only... i love the channel but have to pause to convert infos sucks... keep up with the great videos !!

[@salazarmotorsport3249]

Don't get sad. Keep going to get more track hours, every car is diferent, just have que keep evolving both the car ang you. P.D. keep your hans inside your car always. 😬

[@KINGVONFRM063]

I love evos

[@projectskylinegtr]

Once the upper pipe blows off, usually it will just keep doing it over and over again. They suck, and even though the lower adds more power the upper adds way more reliability. Also if your tracking the car I'd look into a baffled oil pan and a catch can.

[@henrynoraseng1345]

There's always room for improvement for everyone man and car

[@aroundomaha]

I totally get your disappointment about not being mentally ready. My first autocross event after years of not racing, I got lost on course. Not just once, but several times in a row. I was ready to throw in the towel and go home out of embarassment and frustration. I stuck with it (thankfully). The track or an autocross demand prep and mental acuity that forces the driver to be focused. In season two I’m now at least average but also know how to improve. Thanks for sharing an experience that wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s the reality of competitive driving and part of why it is such an awesome sport!

[@WTFNoNamesLeft2]

Damn, I wish I had known... I live about 10 minutes away and have a ton of EVO stuff I could have let you use for the day. That stock elbow all the way to a full hard-pipe kit.

[@ccons003]

Ben don’t beat yourself up! Set your goals and work your way to them step by step. Ups and Downs are expected in anything we do it’s how we improve from our mistakes. This series allows people to see the real side of competitiveness. Love watching the journey all aspects.

[@oFiGuReZo]

My question is if you’re pushing your car like that, why would you still have that crappy stock mesh intercooler piping? I’m guessing the money factor but I hate that mesh crap.

[@origamipostit]

Don't beat yourself up about it. Take your time and fix those issues. Soon enough you'll be on track again getting some great seat time. Remember that its all about having fun!

[@ziglol]

Why didn’t you drive it back? Car drives fine with blown couplers.... just NA power.

[@vladimira6241]

DUDE STACK IC PIPE CLAMPS. i run two in each section in an inverse manner. no blow off and no leaks! not a chance.

[@aacgaming9023]

what ND filter should i use for onboard go pro behind the seats pointing forward? I have a go pro session 4 used NDF 8 but it's still pretty much a whiteout. thank you!

[@Travis732]

Did you get my coffee at sheetz around Fairmont/Bridgeport west Virginia area I would like know.. thank you if you did..

[@minhopark7334]

You should use high torque vibration resistant worm gear clamps from McMaster. T bolts clamp unevenly around a pipe and always leak

[@TheDaemon66]

Dude we all have days like this at the track. I get into like a near depressed state when I don’t get the time I want or I have a particularly shit practice session before a race. And don’t get me started on when I don’t podium i get so mad at myself! But look good days come and we always learn. Thing about Motorsport that no one ever tells you is that it becomes like a job. For you it literally is a job. And when you aren’t doing well at your job you get pissed. And as privateers we sink our money and soul into this sport so we ofcourse want to do well. Chin up man. It pays off ;)

[@CyberBeatAustralia]

Great video as always. Don't beat yourself up about it all though, you're learning, learning the car, and learning to be competitive, your sponsors and audience understand this!

[@evoikon]

If you still have the stock hose use two worm-gear clamps at the throttle body. Stack them side-by-side and of course use the hair spray. Those t-bolt clamps will warp the TB if you are not careful.

[@JorgeMartinez-iq2tc]

Change the intercooler pipes try to make laanaa more reliable.

[@Bittertokken]

I get the frustration, but just know that I personally as a viewer will still be here regardless of what time\position you set. Additionally 14th out of 20 on your first event, sounds good to me.

[@bsowhat]

Aftermarket Intercooler pipes, silicone connectors and T bolt clamps and you will never blow off another pipe. Also the OEM hose clamps are one time use only.

[@davidhickey8613]

Your car is super untested, you're trying to learn about it and yourself as a driver. I think you're onto something trying to recalibrate your mindset, but you also need to temper your expectations. Josh has been racing his platform for about 5 years now and is immensely comfortable in his wrx because of all the seat time, so comparing your times to his is just bad expectations. You're in a very competitive class, and you need to set a realistic goal for yourself.

[@outspokeninsider752]

Racing means breaking and crashing your passion, constantly, to the point of going insane, then again. If you can't deal, or can't afford, take a step back and just enjoy your fast street car. Luckly its a cheap fix, replace em and go break something else. But enjoy yourself no matter. We are in it for the fun of it, let the 'content' come second to the passion or lose both.

[@KERBROES]

Interesting, my evo has been dead reliable. But also full synthetic every 3 miles, new transmission and diff oil every other year. Never abused, just floored, and lots of canyon runs.

[@21rtp21]

Ets intercooler pipes ( Short Route ) Never got any issues on Time Attack races. Greetings from germany. :)