What do you drift?

Corey I RanciD · 07-06-2003, 07:57 PM

Just wondering what kind of cars and drivetrains the rest of you guys have and drift in so maybe we can start up some intelligent discussion.

If you don't have a car yet then I guess just put whatever you plan to get.

I have a '91 Toyota MR-2. There's some pictures of it in my signature. For the slower readers

it's mid engine and rear wheel drive. I use it primarily for autocross rather than drifting but it's a pretty good car for drifting also. It takes a bit more skill than an FR layout because its got a rear weight bias making it more prone to snap oversteer. Other than that it's very similar to drifting FR. My MR-2 is completely stock and will remain that way for autocross classing reasons. The suspension is quite stiff stock.

I'm in the process of aquiring an '89 240SX coupe. Right now I'm waiting on the flatbed truck to bring it to my garage. It's got a knocking motor and an auto transmission which will be swapped out for another KA24E (or possibly a KA24DE) and a 5 speed transmission. This car will be the car I primarily drift in once it's running.

Suislide · 07-06-2003, 09:11 PM

well, since i can't really drift my Pontiac...

i have a line on a red 1990 240SX hatchback with a new KA with only 98,000KM on it. the body has 230k and has no rust whatsoever. 5-speed with a new clutch also. the dude wants $2600 CDN for it, and is willing to take a $1000 down payment, give me the car, and let me pay off the rest as i earn it. he's a nice guy, needless to say. i should have this car within the next week to week and a half. i have big plans for this car...think full drift-spec S14-SR20 powered Sileighty and you'll get the picture...

also, this wednesday, i'm buying a 1989 240SX hatch parts car. if anyone needs ANY parts from it, and you are willing to pay for shipping from Ontario, Canada, PM me with what parts you need and i'll let you know if they're still available.

Corey I RanciD · 07-06-2003, 09:26 PM

Sounds like a sweet plan you've got for that 240. I may need a bunch of parts for mine.. I'll let you know once I get it. I'm going to need stuff for the 5 speed swap (clutch cylinders, hydraulic lines, brake and clutch pedal, shift boots, etc.).

WhiteBlur · 07-07-2003, 12:12 AM

I plan to get a 93' 240SX Fastback and possibly swap out the engine with an SR20DET (I'm still thinkin about it...hell I have 2 years to think about it hehe). I was going to make it a Sil-Eighty but I decided to keep the regular 180 look.

Drfthis · 07-07-2003, 12:40 AM

[I want]
VW bug [pre 1998] w/2000cc engine. Lowered 2 or 4 inches w/topline sports suspension,for a nice look if its a super bug. If it's not a super then Ill figure it out. One way or another Ill have a drift bug w/15or16 rims, duel carb and what ever I can put on one to make it handle better .
Yes I did put down volkswagen bug. Here's a cool pic of a super bug with topline suspension componets.

BOOSTD · 07-07-2003, 04:14 AM

1989 Silvia K's.

Tomei 1.9 litre stroker kit, Trust TD06 turbo, Trust intercooler, OS Giken twin plate clutch, Cusco LSD, Cusco front and rear swaybars, GAB coilovers, Bride Brix drivers seat, A'pexi Power FC computer, A'pexi N1 exhaust etc etc etc.

Soon to be Onevia fitted with GP Sports aero kit and 18 inch Advan RG's for cruisin' and show.

D Money1644 · 07-07-2003, 01:00 PM

the current plan is to get an s12 and freeload off the guys at club-s12.org. they have some awesome stuff figured out and better stuff on the way

but i'd probably ditch that whole idea if a nice rwd corolla came along.

Layla's Keeper · 07-08-2003, 12:32 AM

Nothing at the moment, as Layla is getting welded back together.

But my drifter is a 1970 MGB GT (on wire wheels no less). It's a non-overdrive B with a Kent cam, single downdraught Weber two barrel, ANSA four-into-two header, and 1 1/4 stainless steel exhaust system.

Plenty of torque courtesy of an oversquare bore 1800cc four cylinder as well as a nimble (if primitive) lightweight chassis means I can sling Layla around cones with ease.

Heck, manual rack and pinion steering alone means I can change direction near instantaneously.

Jimster · 07-09-2003, 08:12 AM

Not going to try drifting the Alfa- might get a Silvia down the line- but not sure

either way it'll be FR

TheLogikal1 · 07-10-2003, 05:55 PM

i drift an r32 gt-s skyline, 1997 silvia k's, s13 silvia k's and a porsche rgt.

in gran turismo 3. i payed too much money on my car and im scared to crash the s14. i took it drifting 2 or 3 times in huge empty parking lots before though. back when it was automatic, so i dont think that counts.

btw, has anyone heard of the dirfter in japan that uses an automatic s13?

ghostchild316 · 07-10-2003, 08:13 PM

So you finally got the magic stick eh?

BTW I think you mean RUF RGT

Dorikin · 07-13-2003, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by D Money1644
the current plan is to get an s12 and freeload off the guys at club-s12.org. they have some awesome stuff figured out and better stuff on the way

but i'd probably ditch that whole idea if a nice rwd corolla came along.

S12

Well, my dad and I may open a drifting-focused parts and performance shop(PM me for info), we may need a shop car, so obviously a full tuned 240SX with SR power is in order.

For now, me and him use our BMW 530, and turn off traction and stability control

drftk1d · 07-14-2003, 06:24 PM

my very vert stock nissan 240 s14. The only reason why i picked it over the s13 was because the engine swaps would be slightly easier. If some sort of mircle happens and i get an extra $1000 before i graduate high school then ill drop an rb25. until then im in sr20-land. But the ka sucks and i have no advanced drift skills so i just pull the e brake. but i still drift. ha

Tercel GTS · 07-14-2003, 06:30 PM

I have a 4'X8'X6" piece of styrofoam I like to use for drifting, you can carry a rod an reel and a few j's and have a really pleasent afternoon

gawdamu2.0 · 07-17-2003, 03:16 AM

I use the right foot braking in my '88 Lude.

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