Eiji "Tarzan" Yamada is a Japanese time attack driver. He is currently a judge at American Formula D events. Yamada has raced in both the JGTC and Japanese Touring Car Championship. He gained popularity on several Japanese videos with BAKA-MON, his trademarked logo that translates loosely as "stupid monkey
Tarzan Yamada pilots our car to a blistering 1:50.755, it's currently the fastest time for a RWD car on R-comps at Buttonwillow Raceway. There is still more time to be had out of the car and we're looking forward to going even faster next year. Next target.... Overall Limited.
Chassis/suspension/aero setup played a huge factor, we designed/tested aero extensively throughout the season, and at SLB it all came together. The car had the right balance of everything which lead us to the top spot of the podium and the record.
Results for the day:
1st Place Limited RWD
New Lap Record - Limited RWD
Fastest Limited Class car of the day (fwd/rwd/awd)
4th Overall fastest car of the day.
Link to full results: http://www.globaltimeattack.com/2012-rd-6-buttonwillow-raceway-park-nov-7-2012/
Vehicle specs:
470whp @ 3100lbs.
Chassis/Suspension setup by Platte Forme ag
Custom cage fabrication by Platte Forme ag
Aerodynamics by Platte Forme ag
Thanks to our sponsors:
JRZ Suspension
Klassen Wheels
Okada Projects
Autotecknic
ESS Tuning
Project Mu
Ground Control
ELM Company
Thanks to JDM Zip Ties for the amazing photos, follow their blog at www.jdmzipties.com