Carrying on with my coverage of Summernats 29, held in Canberra, Australia, earlier this month, I’d like to shine the Speedhunters spotlight on some standout attendees, the first of which being a contender for the unofficial title of ‘least obvious base for a burnout machine’.
Once upon a time this humble Toyota Land Cruiser was mastering the Australian outback, but today its arena of choice couldn’t be more different; earthy red dust traded for the thick black rubber of the Liqui-Moly Burnout Pad.
INFERNO was making its burnout debut at Summernats 29; the build being completed just in time for the event. As I snapped off some photos on the staging grid behind the burnout pad, the owner paced around in nervous anticipation, making those crucial last minute checks.
The bodywork is best described as raw; rust holes punctuate the unpainted panels and give the FJ a rat rod vibe that’s in complete contrast to the billet front alloys and gleaming blower sitting atop the Chev V8.
The blown and injected 510ci big block is typical of an all-out burnout machine, producing instant torque, redline reliability and what is without a doubt the rudest idle I have ever heard. Initial dyno figures put it at almost 1300hp and slightly over 1000ft-lb of torque.
BNR Engines is no stranger to building a tough blown V8, and I counted at least six of the top-tier burnout cars as having engines from the Victoria-based speed shop. When the BNR guys aren’t building burnout engines, they are turning their hands to race boats, sprint cars and everything else in between.
The chassis rails look equally distressed as the rest of the body, but in reality the whole unit was a custom fabrication. Suspension and brakes have been upgraded too, although I can’t imagine a coilover this short was ever intended to find its way into an FJ.
The interior is every bit as raw as the exterior and retains most of the original parts from the spartan factory specification. The harnesses thrown over the top of the bench seat gave me a good laugh though; I’m not too sure about the effectiveness of that setup! The rear storage area hides the huge tub job and ladder bar rear end.
Behind the original steering wheel sits a Racepak IQ3 digital dash, a much safer way to monitor your limiter-bashing, big-budget, blown big block than a 40-year-old stock gauge… Did these even come with a tachometer?
The dash is completed with some more modern switch gear; trainspotters will notice the B&M Pro Ratchet auto shifter and MSD Pro Mag, both popular choices for serious drag racing and burnout builds alike.
The weekend wasn’t all smooth sailing for INFERNO, with a popped burst panel after the first run. But it was back skidding again later in the day and already seemed to be a crowd favourite – the video above should give you a good idea why.
No doubt we’ll see more from this angry FJ in the coming years!
Blake Jones
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I NEED THIS FOR MY JEEP
I was just thinking about a jeep ironically. There is a v8 willys on 1320 that's the only thing I can compare to this madness.
MADNESS!!!!
This can't go without mention
https://youtu.be/rV1BjNC3KPE
Damn I love the way that thing idles.
WOW
absolutely nuts
What if BNR has to change its phone number?
I love those Australian huge blower scoops. What manufacturer makes these, please?
That factory steering wheel tho
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I like the concept of this build, but it just screams hacked together, and not in a good way. The way those belts are installed just about sums it up. Just my opinion though
T72 Just google "Carbon Fiber Blower Injector" Several companies make them.
T72 Sorry, "Carbon Fiber Blower Injector HAT"....left out the Hat part.
@SW1 They make you send the valve covers back. It's in the contract. or something, I dunno.
bluestreaksti I've seen that thing. You couldn't pay me to ride in it. That much power with no cage or anything? Screw that. neat concept though.
tomwookieford I tweeted you a while back. #yourenot14
carbonjomo no, but.. it's so silly - you can't not love it!
tomwookieford Standard is way cooler. Apologies for using 'way' and 'cooler' in the same sentence.
carbonjomo #youarenot14
tomwookieford #touche #lolz
carbonjomo rofl. U0001f642
tomwookieford We now sound like 14 year olds. #innit
'strailians
The tiny width in the back reminds me too much of Johnny Bravo's proportions, haha.
bkm72 Thank you! But golly, I didn't tough that they might be that pricey. Anyways, I've also seen those long air filters sticking out hoods, per any chance, are they just regular aftermarket filters? They look like cheaper option after all.
First off all, I want to say : What an EPIC video and sport! 2 seconds of the guys with the thumbs up and then ... nothing but smoke. Stupid.
But for the car, and I am pretty serious now....I know it is only January but SH please keep my vote for the winner of best car 2016 on this little Toyota truck. What an amazing idea! Super cool guys. Now, please choose another sport that is not killing neurons.
Peace!
NO ONE does better burnouts than Aussies!
muse_coyote bluestreaksti comment like that will get your citizenship retracted in Australia mate. if you not from australia you've more than likely got yourself on the "Watch List" lol
IRONWOLF RD true!