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 Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 10:14 pm Post subject: Project S.E.R.T. xA @@ UPDATE Link to HCI feature |
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I first want to say to all the spin doctors and mis-information that is being spread out about our organization is very disappointing and the few that feed into this do not understand is the more hate and discontent amongst the clubs will undermine even those that think they are trying to make a change to what they believe is the best for all.
Ok for those that want to know about SERT build of the xA and not to use the event and/or post to voice opinions and campaign against our organization; then I hope you will please enjoy the following post on our build. I think people expected SE to build a high end VIP or Street car but our organization has hundreds of them and props to our members that give 110% in representing SE and winning all the accolades of hard work and dedication.
SE SoCal was given this opportunity to build a xA however we wanted to build it; so what better way to continue our legacy than to break out of the mold and take it to the next level. I have always believed that there are followers and leaders, SE has always been raising the bar and setting the standards so why not continue the trend and build something that is out of the norm but still is cutting edge and can give ideas to other tuners/fabricators/modders.
On this project we had time restraints and a budget so with that in mind we set out to do the five key mods that immediately shouts out RALLY – Roll cage, OZ white spoke wheels, roof scoop, light pod and of course the graphics scheme. With the help of Primitive Racing and Paul Eklund a twenty plus year Pro Rally Veteran and our some of our own knowledge from within our build team we put together a entry level rally car and did what we believe is a spec correct and with the addition of a couple of hand held fire extinguishers could and plan on entering a beginners level and/or driving school exercise. I was surprised to find that there are areas within a couple of hours of SoCal to do this and look forward to it and we will share our experiences as we go with those of you that want to know more. Yes our xA still has all the street driven requirements we have the drivers factory seat belt as well as the racing harness, it still has air conditioner, electric windows and lock etc. But we also have the setup to do a weekend fun run or training course if we want to.
You can decide for yourself if the xA has potential as a off-road warrior by posting what you think but we are going to be finding out first hand while you talk about it  IMO love it or hate it will be talked about and so far it has created a buzz here in SoCal that is on the edge of blowin up the Scion scene so you might want to think before you speak. It’s all good we know everyone eats a little ish once in a while wont be the first or the last time; just like Rally it’s not if you are going to roll over it’s whenâ€
Please fell free to comment good or bad no worries just remember you know who made the first step. That is all that SE build team wanted to do is create a buzz and give everyone something fresh and exciting to think about. SE build team again would like to thank Scion Los Angeles – Jeff Bal, Verone Pangilinan from Longo the film crew and all that were involved to make this happen.
On behalf of the first “Scion Evolution Rally Team†(S.E.R.T) we are proud to present the first Scion Rally xA!!!
Custom Fabrication is what it is all about "No Bolt On show roll bar" here!!! Major props to our friends @ www.uniquefabrication.com
Hmmm no place for instruments:
Cockpit instruments only the best will do thanks www.dakotadigital.com and yes the switches, disconnect and rally computer work...
Hey where did those door switches go? Maybe following the wires will tell us something.
Need a little extra horse power just to get a feel for our first couple of runs in the dirt 
Hey whats that masked man doin at 2am in the morning? oh yeah, no double sided tape on this wing; it would be broke off in no time!
Vinyl graphics on a VIP ride = a no no  Rally cars - got sponsors  make all smile real wide Thanks K&R Digital and family
Let there be light!!! 
Need some heavy duty shoes.
What is going to be stopping those big @$$ shoes? Major thanks JBT
A little fresh air with that dirt 
Almost done a qwick test drive and couple of more sponsor logos then off to the dirt
more to come... 
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Thanks for the Insite dave
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Is the xA still a front wheel drive or are you going to convert it
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| Is the xA still a front wheel drive or are you going to convert it |
The xA is in the front wheel drive class for rally racing. It will not be converted to AWD. And eys there are multiple class in rally racing, FWD,AWD, etc. |
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Here are some of our inspirations.
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It seems like not all are aware that there are so many classes for Rally Racing. Most of the experience drivers have AWD vehicles. This text was copied from Nasa Auto Sport Association Rally Sport:
There is a class in rally for almost any type of production based vehicle. Generally you will find that the classes for higher horsepower and all-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicles include the more experienced drivers and co-drivers. Vehicles in these classes are also much more expensive to prepare and maintain. These high horsepower AWD vehicles are not recommended as your first rally car. Vehicles in the two-wheel-drive (2WD) classes tend to be less expensive to operate. Front-wheel-drive (FWD) rally cars, without turbo charges are the cars best suited for the new driver and co-driver. These vehicles have good torque, are extremely forgiving of mistakes, easy to maintain, and definitely less expensive to sustain. Rear-wheel drive rally cars are considered to be the most difficult to drive, but are generally inexpensive to maintain.
There are three important facts to consider when selecting your first rally car and class:
If it is sitting in the driveway and is paid for, it could be a rally car
your first rally car will not be your last because...
there are those who have rolled and those who will!
For a complete list of car classes, refer to the NASA Rally Sport General Regulations.
For more information about Rallying, please check this website:
http://www.nasarallysport.com/getting_started.php
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What was great about this build was it was done by the SE board members with the help of the some regular SoCal members. Only the roll bar fabrication and the paint job was done by a profesional fabricator and painter. Good job people.
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awesome photoshoot...
i already see either a RC or diecast toy version of SERT xA coming out.
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In its first offical showing the SERT xA brought home some hardware.
2nd place EAF Scion xA
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2nd Place Scion VIP xA
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Also the Headers, Sport Muffler by OBX Racing
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| just wanted to say that xa is bitching its looks like it spankn and its not even moving 2thumbs up guyz cant wait till im out there maybe i can lend a hand |
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