The
Ruffian 40
Build Overview: Originally scheduled for a routine motor and transaxle install, the GT40 build turned into a high tech restomod requiring new processes and technologies that would modernize the ever classic GT40 Mark 1. The Ruffian40 was revealed at SEMA 2021 in Toyo's Treadpass booth.
AutotopiaLA feature video
Sean and the rest of the AutotopiaLA crew have become good friends of mine over the years and I was honored to have them out for a feature shoot of the Ruffian40. This video is so special to me because it's the first time I ever ran the car to 8000 rpm with the exhaust bypasses open. About the third time I did it, I got over the nervousness and broke out in laughter. It's also incredibly cool for me to see the car going down the road from the outside. It looks insane!!!
toyo tires feature Video
Toyo has been with me from my very first build. I have so much respect for them. They always make an effort to showcase a wide range of cool cars, and it helps that they make a great tire! This video was special in that it feels more personal. It does a good job of capturing a builder doing what they love.
Speedhut SEMA Video
Love this video particularly for the spliced in videos and images of the in-progress build and they even show footage from the mudslide. Nice video and very nice team at Speedhut. I'll definitely be purchasing more from them in future builds!
Photo Gallery
Photographs by Robin Mlo, Ted7 and Mark Riccioni
cell phone wallpapers
Build specs
Chassis
Superformance GT40 Mark I
Drivetrain
Engine: Ford Racing 52XS - 580hp 445 ft. lbs. torque, 8000 rpm rev limit, 12:1 compression
Oil: Torco SR-5R 5w-50
Exhaust: Equal length, 180 degree headers with vacuum operated bypass valves
Transmission: Quaife 5S dogleg transaxle
Steering
Type: Flaming River electronic assisted rack and pinion
Interior
Gauges: Custom Speedhut Ruffian GT40
Shifter: Jake Palm
AC System: Vintage Air
Rear view camera: Gentex
Audio system
American V8
Wheels and Tires
Wheel make and model: Signature THREE centerlock
Wheel finish: Gloss black hoop, matte bronze center, black hardware
Front Wheel Size: 18x11
Rear Wheel Size: 19x14
Tire make and model: Toyo Proxes R888R
Front Tire Size: 295/30/18
Rear Tire Size: 345/30/19
Exterior
Fenders and front spoiler: Designed by Kasim Tlibekov
Roof scoop: Designed and built originally by me
Side Skirts: Designed by Competition Carbon
Widebody kit: Produced by Competition Carbon
Headlights: Designed, built, 3D printed, finished, wired and installed by me
Taillights: Morimoto
Door handles: Designed, 3D printed and installed by me
Rear Spoiler: 1/8" aluminum sheet
Paint and Body: South County Autobody
Color: 2020 Toyota Cavalry Blue
Fuel
Fuel Type: 91 Octane
Fuel Pump: Hyperfuel swirl pot
Brakes
Manufacturer: Wilwood
Calipers: 6 piston
Rotors: 14"
Electrical
Battery: Braille
Engine Management: Ford control pack 2
Suspension
Shocks: Bilstein
Front end lift: KW
Sponsors
Signature Wheels
Competition Tires
Toyo Tires
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