MODIFICATIONS: ONE LAP FORESTER XT
ENGINE:
Exhaust
- COBB 304SS Street Downpipe (with Cat)
- COBB 304SS After-Cat Exhaust System
- COBB Prototype SS Uppipe
- Garrett GT-series Ball-Bearing Turbocharger (stock location)
- AccessECU Reflash of the Factory ECU
- Silkolene Oil
- 340 hp (Flywheel) @ 6000-6800 rpm
- 340 lb-ft (Flywheel) @ 3800-5400 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:
- COBB/ACT Street/Strip Clutch Kit
- COBB Chromoly Flywheel
- SPT Shift Linkage Assembly
- COBB Shifter Bushings
- SPT Transmission Mount
- Quaife Front Limited Slip Differential
- Silkolene Gear Oil
SUSPENSION:
- COBB Double-Adjustable Racing Coil Over Kit (using Koni Racing internals)
- Adjustable Camber Plates
- Silkolene Damper Oil
- COBB Tubular Sway Bars
- SPT Suspension Bushings
BRAKES:
- COBB 328mm Front Brake Kit
- SPT Performance Brake Lines
- COBB Track Formula Brake Pads
- Silkolene Racing Brake Fluid
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR:
- Modern Armor Paint Protection Film
- SPT Roof Sports Activity Light Kit
- SPT Roof Top Cargo Carrier
- SPT Boost Gauge Kit
- Prodrive PFF-7 18" x 8" Wheels
- Kumho Ecsta MX 225/40/18 Tires
- Graphics Package by Underground Graphix
GOING AROUND ONCE
A RESOLUTE TEAM FROM SUBARU OF DALLAS ATTACKED THE 21ST ANNUAL TIRE RACK® CANNONBALL ONE LAP OF AMERICA IN A FORESTER XT! DRAG STRIPS, ROAD COURSES, SKID PADS AND COUNTLESS HOURS OF DRIVING PROVED METTLE AS WELL AS METAL.
MAD DASH
One Lap is legendary. With a cult-like following since the early 1970s, it has inspired Hollywood movies and considerable automotive press coverage.
The brainchild of seasoned and respected auto writer Brock Yates, One Lap has evolved from his first “Cannonball Baker Sea to Shining Sea Memorial Trophy Dash” – essentially a cross-country race – into a legitimate enthusiast event. It was named after Erwin G. “Cannonball” Baker, who set many transcontinental speed records between 1914 and 1933. Baker’s first crossing was on a motorcycle – from California to New York in 11 days, 12 hours and 10 minutes. His last crossing, in a car, took 53 hours and 30 minutes.
Today, One Lap’s high speeds are reserved for race tracks. Time, speed and distance are calculated between the track events to allow for legal speeds on public roads. (See www.onelapofamerica.com for more background.)
THE 2004 ONE LAP
Starting in South Bend, Indiana, One Lap followed a schedule from track to track, to California and back. The 5,654 highway miles were traveled between April 30 and May 8.
Entrants numbered 82. Five were Subaru vehicles – four Impreza WRX/STi models and one Forester XT. The Forester originated from Subaru of Dallas, with sponsors such as Cobb Tuning lending support. Forester drivers Chris Fleming, Andre Vandenburg and John Holmes brought considerable experience in different types of racing, an amazing amount of pluck and great optimism.
Participants earned points at every event, depending on how well they placed. Points determined overall standings as well as standings within each of 12 classes.
Classes allowed diverse vehicles – just about anything on four wheels with a maximum wheelbase of 220 inches.
While the rules called for certain provisions such as fire extinguishers, first-aid kits and emergency flares or triangles, just about any modifications were allowed that “... meet with the spirit of the event ....”
Teams spent thousands of dollars to make their vehicles competitive.
The five Subaru vehicles among the entries finished in positions 6, 13, 14 (Forester), 22, and 53 overall.
EXCERPTS: THE 2004 ONLINE JOURNAL OF FORESTER DRIVER JOHN HOLMES
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