So what does all of these extensive modifications add up to? Watch the video below to find out, as Keiichi battles a Nissan Skyline R34 GTR! Want an instant hit of AE86 drifting action? Try our drifting games section. Passenger’s seat BRIDE STRADIA II (Keiichi Tsuchiya KING version).
The interior has only been lightly modified three performance gauges, a TRD wheel and shifter plus a pair of custom BRIDE seats complete the cockpit.
DIXEL made slit disk rotor SD + full overhaul caliper (TEC-ART’S) (rear).DIXEL made slit disk rotor SD + full overhaul caliper (processing for MZ20) (front).The car’s braking power has been increased by DIXEL rotors and calipers all round with ENDLESS brake pads. WORK MEISTER CR01 8.5j / off + 3/15 inch (rear).WORK MEISTER CR01 8.5j / off + 3/15 inch (front).TRD stabilizer (front) + genuine stabilizer (rear).Nagisa Auto made pyro tension rod and Pirorowaamu.TEC-ART’S made by TEC-DAMPER TYPE-Aragosta (Street type front / 8k rear / 9K).TEC-ART’s own brand suspension dampers have been fitted all round for enhanced body control. Keiichi’s AE86 has worn many different sets of wheels over the years however it is currently on a set of MEISTER CR01 by Work. Setrab made oil cooler (W360 × H265) + electric fan.TEC-ART’S made of 2-layer radiator TYPE-R + electric fan 2 groups set.TEC-ART’S made N2 Cross mission + TRD 2WAY + 4.7 Final.TEC-ART’S made 7AG dedicated carbon single clutch KIT (pro – spec 2).To get the new found power onto the ground TEC-ART’s opted for their own single plate clutch kit and a hybrid 2-way rear differential. Present car Settings (MOTEC chassis Settings horsepower measurement) at dyno.2-layer radiator (Type-R) electric fan set).Street Premium muffler Tsuchiya version muffler (serial number).Mount: TEC-ART’S made mission mount bush SET.The current car settings (with horsepower measured at the chassis dynamometer).other processing: combustion chamber processing (combustion chamber volume adjustment and correction) block shakeout etc.Crank metal & connecting rod metal: NISOM Tasu TRD.Crank cap bolt (ARP strengthening bolt).TEC-ART’S 7AG dedicated I-beam connecting rods.82deg forged piston Koizumi Shokai made.TEC-CAM264 (264-9.0Mm) TEC-ARTS TOMEI collaboration products.7A-FE engine block ASSY (Used 7AG engine and used 20-valve engine).
The engine was given a total overhaul with a staggeringly long upgrade list, everything from the engine mounts to the cylinder head assembly were touched. These upgrades are detailed in the sections below. TEC-ART took Mr Sakurai’s already highly developed platform and recommended a slew of upgrades to increase overall performance. TEC-ART’s is at top of the Toyota Corolla scene and was the natural choice at the time. When Mr Sakurai passed away Keiichi reluctantly needed to find a new home and engineer for his beloved Trueno, he selected TEC-ART of Saitama, Japan.
Working with Mr Sakurai, Tsuchiya specified “total balance” over outright power for his own AE86 build, all areas of the car’s performance were to be improved and only afterwards was power to be added. Tsuchiya specified “total balance” over outright power for his own AE86 build
It is rumored that the on road driving antics shown on this video cost him his domestic racing license after a run in with the Japanese authorities. This fantastic video from back in the nineties shows just how potent Tsuchiya-san can be behind the wheel of his AE86 with just a 1600cc naturally aspirated engine. His chosen stomping grounds being the mountain roads of Japan.Īfter Keiichi had worked hard to make his way into the racing scene of Japan he took extra effort to build close relationships with his race engineers and while driving for Toyota (TRD) he built a great relationship with Mr Sakurai of Toyota’s Racing Division. With the keys in hand he worked during the day and practiced his driving skills at night. Keiichi purchased his Toyota Corolla Trueno in the mid-eighties, allegedly building up his funds by working multiple jobs (one as a club bouncer!). His green racing suit, his AE86 and his signature aggressive driving style are the key components of his iconic brand You can read more about Keiichi’s life and racing career here, however this article is focused solely on his personal Toyota Corolla AE86 – the car that started it all. His green racing suit, his AE86 and his signature aggressive driving style are the key components of his iconic brand. Keiichi’s drifting exploits have proven an inspiration for sideways enthusiasts around the world for coming on three decades.