LoyaleSmith

no way do i need a cage, im talking about rallycross, not stage rally. people run daily drivers all the time. i've already gone through the SCCA rule book, and you dont need a cage

Yeah, I need a rear sway bar and new springs all around.. mine are rather worn out. I wouldnt even know where to start on doing an LSD. My diff needs serviced, it hasnt been opened in a while. Could be the time to replace it, I'll look into LSD more. Awesome that you're in Milwaukie too! My loyale is blue camo, maybe you'll catch a glimpse someday. haha

I cant risk throwing it between FWD and AWD during the race, AWD can bind on the disengage. I dont think i'll be needing FWD when i'm wheels deep in mud and gravel, personally.. I re routed the switch today, along with doing my battery tie down. Thanks for reminding me, suspension sway bars and the engine bay sway bar are on the list too.

Hey everyone, I am starting to prepare for rallycross. I own a 1990 5spd Loyale with an EA82. Car is stock except for Spectre cone filter, fitted to a MAF adapter(3"). Also, the drivers seat is a stock bucket seat from a Nissan 240sx, with rail adapters I made here at home. I also have mudflaps which are custom made. SO, I have a few things to do before I believe this car is ready to go sling mud around. Before anyone says anything, I am aware that this car isn't a "race-ready" vehicle, nor is it really typical for any sort of motorsport event. From what I've read about rallycross, it's about having fun and getting the car out there, not being fast and competitive. Thats what i'm looking for. I don't want to destroy the car, I want to go have fun. I have no problem driving conservatively on the track, and i'm confident that my car will do fine. I'm not out to build some badass screaming turbo race car.. I want to take a virtually stock car and improve my abilities, along with getting a feel for basic motorsports. I would assume everyone on here sees what I mean, but still, I feel like I have to say something. Alright, here is what i have in mind that should get me ready to go play. CAR -Battery tie down(i have none) -set of good tires -relocate AWD button to dash and get aftermarket shift knob -put on skidplate -fire extinguisher -straight pipe with cat ITEMS TO BUY -approved helmet -gloves -SCCA membership -gas can -tarp -jumper cables Questions: 1) Will my aftermarket seat be a problem for the inspection? Custom made adapters had to be made to make the seat fit in my car. It's sturdy, and not anything completely ridiculous. The seatbelt works and is positioned correctly. Other than what I have said, does anyone have any advice or recommendations for me? I would really appreciate it. I'm new to this, obviously. I'm a huge rally fan, and I live in the Pacific Northwest. I'll be participating in Sports Car Club of America events. I'll upload pictures of progress. Thank you guys!

Thats what I was thinking too, since no amount of pulling seemed to make it budge. Let me know how that goes, would love to see some pics. I'm headed off to the hardware store, last night the switch that runs my fuel pump broke.. grr

I took the screw out too, when i was messing with it.. the white casing still didnt want to come out. is it just stuck, and needs more pulling?

Hey all, I was wondering if anyone had info on removing the stock loyale shift knob. I have already gotten the pin out, but i'm not sure how to remove the 4wd button. Inside the knob is a white plastic casing. will the casing remove from the knob, or do I have to cut the knob off around it? I am going to put the button somewhere on the dash or center console, and thread on an aftermarket shift knob. words of advice/pics much appreciated. Thank you subie family!

So, I own a 1990 Loyale with push button 4wd. I want to lower it using coilovers or springs(if possible) from a 90's Impreza. Does anyone have experience with this, or other bolt-on/spring swap projects? I'm not looking to cut springs, OR buy 1800 dollar coils.. Help appreciated. thanks!