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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:01 AM

Taking my build from NCD over so it's a lot of copy paste but I will update it regularly.

So I've had my car in a "completed" stage for awhile now, but I think I'd like to give some notes of my path I took to build the car and what I'm still working on.

Started about 2004-5?, Altamont was the shit.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/AgQSJI.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmAgQSJIj)

My first S13. Gutted, VLSD, Short Shifter. Very fun car, ended up getting in a head on with an Alpha Romeo while being retarded on public roads, so I started my track car build at this point.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/acyyCP.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poacyyCPj)

2006, Thunderhilll, Grip and Slip. SR20, Coilovers, Gutted, sick old school TE37's, all linkage and brakes. I did most of the work on this shell myself, and it showed. I didn't have the skills at the time and the car looked like shit.
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In 2007 I was cruising zilvia and I came up on a really nice shell for sale. Paint, Wide Body, CF doors, crazy cage, prepped for fuel cell + more. I estimated the total cost he invested into what I purchased and it ended up being about 12k in parts + labor. I got it for $1700+ a S13 I was dailying at the time (bought that for $1k.)

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Here are a couple of pics from when the previous owner built it up. It was his "freeway car," huge top mount Sr, Z32 tranny. LOTS of money into this car originally. All new fuel lines, brake lines, rhyno lining, brand new from nissan OEM bumpers, 180sx glass, ect. When I picked it up in LA I threw my suspension on it and just towed it home.

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Swapped my SR and all my suspension from my other car over and sold that shell.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/mpMXhz.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pompMXhzj)

At this point I was running out of money so the car sat for a few months. Eventually I took it down to Luke at Blu808. He was working at BR Racing at the time as well as having his own shop. We both had an agreement that to keep cost down he could take his time, and the car sat down there for a long time.

Luke hooked it up with a seriously legit fuel system. I'm running a summit racing fuel cell with 8an Lines to a low pressure, high volume Holley fuel pump that pumps into a custom Blu808 fuel surge, then to the high pressure external pump, to the rail then back.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/baDGrc.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmbaDGrcj)

At first the fuel system was perfect, but it definitely became a sort of headache. I started to have a lot of fuel cut issues. I wasn't sure exactly what was going on, was the fuel just running low? Was the low pressure pump not large enough? Ignition system? Ended up being a clogged fuel filter. The foam baffling in the cell started to break down and clog the filter. I replaced the foam and the element and it ran find for a couple of track days but then started to give me trouble again. Ended up just taking the foam out, running a aeromotive filter and replacing the low pressure pump (I think some foam got into the pump and ruined it). 2 track days into that set up and everything is perfect.

Since late '09 I've been hitting an event or 2 every month. Motor was stock basically. T25, stock internals with rocker arm stoppers and that's about it. I don't care what anyone tells you, you need power to drift. I had the car dyno tuned because I was running 440cc injectors at stock boost and it put down 212 at the wheels.

I've now upgraded the motor quite a bit. S15 GT28R, 600cc injectors, Tomei metal HG, ARP studs, powered by max high mount intercooler, Hallman manual boost controller and a tune with a simple SAFC Neo. Running it at 1.2 bar it put down 282whp.

The car is a serious animal with this amount of power. Very consistent and I can roll through 4th gear turn 1 at Thill.

Plan for the upcoming year, kit (which I already have, and will post updates), full ProAm season, ASB.

Comments welcome. Haters need not apply.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:02 AM

11/30/2010

Update!

Got back from Bob's Donuts Black Friday track event at Buttonwillow. Car drove great! The power band is so usable and has enough top end to roll through 4th gear with the proper entry speed.

Towards the end of the day the turbo started backing off the manifold so I stopped driving one session early. Turbo locking tabs are SO FAIL. I have to take the whole turbo set up off to get them off. I'm just going to run standard nuts with lock washers, at least I can replace them if they fall off. I can't get at the angle necessary to unbend the tabs for those.

Pics!

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Video!

http://www.facebook.com/v/10150354642080425

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:02 AM

3/8/11

Did a little shake down before ProAm starts at Infenion with the Limitless gang. Really fun track day with TONS of track time. To bad the weather didn't cooperate. It was really interesting initiating without seeing anything and having to travel sideways as to use the side mirrors for visibility (no windshield wipers :P).

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So far the car feels great. Half way though the day it started to act kinda funny but it was just out of gas lol. Hankook tires are ok. Wasn't very impressed with them in the wet, well have to see how they handle in the dry.

Working on the final pieces of my ProAm car prep. I purchased a couple of tow straps from IO Port racing. Very good quality. I ran them through the bumper vent for a clean look. I still need to trim the bumper a bit for more cooling for the mid mount intercooler. More on that later this week.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/KATWtV.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poKATWtVj)

Also I really wanted to get some racing gloves after I almost crashed on the skidpad last summer. My hands were all gross and sweaty and I lost the wheel and almost ended up in the wall.

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At first I thought they were to small but they are absolutely perfect. Match my harnesses.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:03 AM

3/11/11

ProAm Rd. 1.

Day started off great. Got up early and headed out to the track arriving at 7am as usual. I was one of the first people there and I unloaded and got ready so I can talk shit to my competitors before the day begins.

Practice didn't start till 10:30 due to lengthy tech inspections of 30 cars. Next round will be better. I was first off the line in practice and the car felt a bit shaky. Didn't end up clearing any of my first few passes. Pulled in, checked tire pressure and went back out.

Did another pass, initiated, and spun. Something was definitely wrong. I got onto the access road and my driver side front wheel slammed into the fender well. The TC rod had exploded!

Went into the pits and started tearing it apart. Grabbed a bunch of bolts from Jared Thompson and Julian Jacobs. Also Justin (forgot your last name bro sorry) sold me a set of TC rods so I could get back out there.

The problem stemmed from the TC rod bracket bolts not being tightened down to the car properly. Most were missing or stripped. Bolted all that back together and after 2 hours it was time for qualifying.

I barely got the car back together and got on the line. No idea about my alignment, or if it would even hold together. Did my first run and cleared pretty easily. Not the greatest run but I thought I would be in the top 16.

Second run was better, still nothing to wright home about.

Third run I threw it all on the line.

What you know about backwards entry. Fucking nailed it. Qualified 3rd.

Got into tandem and basically got nervous and choaked my lead run. Spun at the last corner.

My follow run was even worse. I went against Josh McGuire and he did this crazy entry where his car was pitched the wrong direction then he flicked it back to carry the corner. Needless to say I fell for it and spun again.

Overall a very fun event and I will be back in force at the next one. I'll leave with a few more pics from the event.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:04 AM

5/26/11

Life has been getting in the way slightly. Moved to a new location still in Marin, but its a lot more expensive so fixing stuff on the car has been a task. The day I was moving I go out to start her up and I find that my SAFC had been stolen. Not only did I lose the SAFC, but I didn't save any of the settings so I lost all of that dyno time too.

Fast forward.

Got another SAFC, installed, took it to the dyno to get retuned and I was to be at RD2 Tuesday. Unfortunately while I was on the dyno my clutch started slipping and I was unable to finish the tune and subsequently wasn't able to make it to RD2.

I'll take it as a blessing in disguise as I can focus on "Keeping drifting fun!" and just do fun events. I'll rethink ProAm again next year.

Took the car over to my buddy Kia at TD Garage today to rip apart the clutch and see if I could find anything obvious. Only think that I could see were heat marks.

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Everything appeared to be installed correctly, no preload hydraulically, everything tight ect.

Sent ACT the information and well see what they come back with tomorrow.

Gotta get the car ready for the next event in the 2nd week of June in Oregon with Fabian Fernandez. Were driving up and doing an exhibition. Should be good times!

Edit: ACT ended up coming through with a new clutch!! <3 ACT!

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:06 AM

6/13/11

Ok got the clutch back in the car. Flywheel resurfacing went well. Turns out the flywheel was slightly warped on the pressure plate mounting surface.

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Kia's a boss and stayed up till 2am helping me put the clutch in. For some reason my transmission doesn't like to go back in once its out. There isn't enough clearance between the firewall and the motor. Had to disconnect the sway bar, motor mounts, exhaust, and jack up on the motor to tilt it. After a lot of swear words we got it in.

The clutch still grabs high. I think it needs bleeding.

Next is tuning (again), stay tuned (hilarious...)

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:06 AM

7/8/11

All Star Bash!!!

The most epic epic event ever! Drove down right after work on Friday. Drive took 12.5 hours. Crazy traffic, picking up friends ect.

Finally got down there, through tech and hit the streets (track obviously). I haven't been down there since last year, and wont go back till next, that drive is retarded.

The entry to turn 1 is serious business. Long ebrake and the pros were doing it backwards at 100+ mph. I only had the balls for the middle of 4th.

Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150703269255425)

Kado was killin it until he had a fuel problem on Sunday. Better here than Seattle I guess.

Team tandem was crazy as usual. I was so fired I sat it out. Team Animal Style (Fabian, Julian, and Baby Jason) took home a respectable 3rd place.

Sunday was definitely a even better day. Some crazy fun runs on Horse Thief Mile. If you haven't drifted on that track, do it. Its seriously one of the best driver tracks around. Any car can clear it with the right amount of skill and balls.

Overall an extremely fun weekend. I learned a lot, car ran great (except for getting REALLY hot, but everyone was so it was ok), and I now know that I need even more power. LSX is in the works.

Here is a video from Sunday as Fabian has all of my Saturday footage. I'll put together a Pt. 2 soon as a combination of our footage. He had like 3 gopros running the entire time so it should be epic.

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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:07 AM

7/30/11

Prep time. Lots of drifting coming in the next few weeks. I'm going to be out this Wednesday at infenion for Wednesday night drifting, and then summer jam 2 weeks later.

Worked on some final prep on the car.
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Replaced the steering shaft. My old one had about 1/2 an inch of play and it was time to get that fixed up. Super bitch do get that in by myself. Took forever.

Also fixed my brake lights, oil change and washed ALL my cars. I've been working all day.

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Battle ready.

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I should also be documenting my S14 build. This has been my daily driver for about 6 months now. Picked it up for a good deal but it's been a huge project. I've probably put 100+ hours into fixing everything on the car. All new solid subframe bushings, TC rods, tons of electrical work and just fixing what the previous owner did.

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This car is going to be my new track car after Summer Jam as the S13 is going under the knife to get a LOT of upgrades. LSX swap, aero, paint, all new suspension, knuckles ect. Should be a seriously crazy FD spec car after.

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Motor runs really good. Very fast for stock boost. Stock intercooler gives great spool. Should be a fun skidpad/ 2nd gear car.

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Driveway is getting REALLY crowded. Excursion, trailer, S14, S13 in the garage and I think I'm getting a new motorcycle next week that will go in the garage behind the S13. To many toys.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:08 AM

8/5/11

Sonoma drift last night for the first time this season. Seriously epic event. Had a bunch of great runs. Came with 2 sets of wheels and tires. Went to changed them and found that one was completely flat. Once I put air in it I found that the leak was coming from a bad valve stem. My friend Rob tried to help me but we couldn't get the tire rebeaded.

I therefor drove home, got my S14, drove back and finished the night. Hella fun having 2 drift cars and living 20 min from the track. Good times! Can't wait to get back out there, and for $40 instead of $80

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:09 AM

8/14/11

Summer Jam!

I wanna put this down on paper while its still fresh in my mind.

Probably one of the most epic events I have driven at. Rivaled ASB, maybe better because now that its over I'm home at 9:15 rather than driving.

Saturday started off really well. Came in kinda late (I thought, I was the first one there), unloaded, tech, drifting.

First few runs were shaky. The inner clip on the straight between 3 and 4 was to far down so I was putting TONS of speed and not much angle and the result was going off everywhere.

Moved the clip up and everything was butter. Probably did 20+ passes with perfect line, angle and speed. I felt like I was driving faster and more consistent than I ever have.

Decided to team tandem with Yee Xiong, Lex King, and Joe McGuigan. I was lead car. First pass, spun hard and almost got destroyed by 3 other drift cars. Never even thought of spinning after that run. Ran super consistent and everything went well. Ended up second out of like 9 teams. I don't know what kept us out of first place since I was in front but overall I was happy with the result.

Sunday, comp day. Went out for some practice runs on the same tires I ended team tandem on, perfect. Car still felt great, tons of angle and very controllable, though not that much speed as my grip was low. Swapped to new federals and did the last practice session. FAIL. Couldn't even spin em. Far to sticky.

Went and bumped the PSI from 50 to 80 and everything felt a lot better. Qually, ended up 11th. Won my top 16 battle, he spun on his lead run, I dominated my lead run, I moved on.

Top 8 chase run was pretty bad. Went against Lance in his S14 and he ran real wide which threw my line off so I didn't clear the course. Went for my chase run, had no power and smelt like fuel so I had to forfeit. My fuel injector seals went bad :(

Great weekend. Here are some pics. Sorry its kinda wordy.

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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:11 AM

8/23/11

Time to get gangster. Got the full kit and the lip. Need tail lights, then tubs and paint.

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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:12 AM

09/7/11

Got some bits in the mail. The next few days should be exciting.

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Type x center panel. Kouki tails to follow.
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PBM skid plate. Lots more PBM goodies coming.

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Snap-on electric impact. Wanted one forever. 650ft lbs of breaking strength. Life changing tool.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:12 AM

9/8/11

Hella more parts!
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Power fc for the s13.
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Pbm coilovers and rucas for the s14. Car is getting gangstered tomorrow. Pics to follow.

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Also got my tomei oil pan in. Hella tiny compared to the greddy but the quality is awesome.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:13 AM

In other news.....
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S14 is starting to look awesome. Got the rear fenders rolled (need to do more), coilovers, 5 lug, brakes. Still needs a lot of tweaking to get those huge wheels in there just right. Better pics soon.

Got my new coils for the S13. The quality is crazy good.

Also got the Tomei oil pan in to replace the greddy. Here's a shot of them side by side.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:14 AM

9/11/11

tomei pan don't crack like a greddy do!

*edit also i forgot matt stripped his greddy pan
Both of these are good reasons...

Now...in another part of the jungle.

Oil Pan Install....Check
Coilover install....Check

Drifting tomorrow..... Hopefully. Lot's of stuff to dial in. Car is totally different now.

Limitless event was serious business. Ran really well, lots of track time, good times with good friends.

I stayed up till 1am putting the new coils on and fitting them. Ended up having to run a 5mm spacer in the front to clear coils as these are a little bulkier that my KTS. Eyeballed camber, loaded it up and here is the result.

Car felt unbelievably good. So much smoother with the new coils. I can stay in the throttle much longer and it pulls extremely quickly through the corners.

Worked on both cars a little today. Got my Kouki lights test fitted.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/kcpxHi.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmkcpxHij)

I also need more wheels. Using my drift spares for my S14 isn't really working out.

I fitted the S14 a bit more, still need a roll in the front and desperately need an alignment.

Tore the S13 apart. Sent the knuckles to PBM for angle mods. Should be back in a couple of week. Also will be installing my power FC soon so I'm going to need to hit the dyno again.

Yay projects!

MOAR PIZX

More pics from the Limitless event.

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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:16 AM

9/28/11

Been a tough couple of weeks working on the cars. I've been doing project after project and nothing has gone smoothly.

Started putting the new PS rack in the S14. Such a nightmare. I was having an unbelievable amount of trouble getting the steering shaft off of the rack. Took me over an hour. Finally got that off and couldn't get the high pressure line to line up correctly to thread in. I ended up ripping it out and purchasing a new braided line rather than all that OEM crap.

Also getting the outer tie rods out of the knuckle was impossible.
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I ended up having to rip the entire corner off to get it in a press. Took a full 150 tons to get it out.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/nteko6.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnnteko6j)
No I wasn't in an accident, this was just 1 wayward attempt to get the steering wheel off. I thought I might be able to go through the air bag.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/LPHbo4.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnLPHbo4j)
Also tried drilling out the OEM tamper proof bolts. I was trying to do this in a hurry to get to Sonoma Drift today, but it didn't pan out.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/MKBGjS.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmMKBGjSj)
I did get it off eventually and got the new NRG Steering wheel package in there. I really like this wheel and blue is awesome.

Overall a horrible few weeks. Once that new line comes in I'll be able to finish it up hopefully. Still have to install the new PS pump and tie rods from the race car.

jdmjap808

10-17-2011, 02:16 AM

Where did you get the lip?

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:16 AM

9/30/11

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Angle?! PBM Knuckles mean business.

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DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:17 AM

10/11/11

Sold the trailer! Got a new one!

The place I got it from was MAD cheap but strange. Kinda in the middle of nowhere and there were like 15 dogs there.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/EyTmzQ.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poEyTmzQj)
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The new trailer is awesome. its a 16' instead of 18' like my old one. Also has brakes that work and its EXTRA WIDE. Probably about a foot wider on the deck. Should make things easy. I just gotta get new ramps for it.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/PqfPf4.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmPqfPf4j)

Also, I know I've said it before, but the S14 should be making it's debut at Sonoma tomorrow. Rolled all the fenders more, hit it with a hammer a lot, new tie rods, just gotta button up a couple of things and I'll see how it goes.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/9uhMK6.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pn9uhMK6j)

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:18 AM

Lots of little updates. I took the s14 out for its first official skid pad day. Car did awesome even with just a eyeball alignment. The fan wiring failed so I wired it directly to the battery.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/IEY8wz.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmIEY8wzj)

Also got my new hood in for the s13.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/kQLoUl.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnkQLoUlj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/cR2xkB.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pncR2xkBj)

Got it installed with aerocatch hood pins. Fitment is a b+. probably not as good as my
Seibon.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/hOr2z3.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnhOr2z3j)

Some pics of the S14 from Sonoma Drift.

LOTS MORE COMING SOON!!

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 02:27 AM

Where did you get the lip?

Zilvia. Used and EXPENSIVE.

Memberofthe600hpkaclub

10-17-2011, 03:13 AM

Nice build...both cars look great...if you ever decide to get rid of the oem s14 piping and air box holla at me

yomisiu

10-17-2011, 03:21 AM

awesome coverage

negrosx13

10-17-2011, 06:33 AM

Your 13 has to be my favorite off all time. BTW Sell me your fn's!!!!!!!

Levan. B

10-17-2011, 07:41 AM

Nice deal you have going there. Your car has always caught my eye, good to see another Kouki 180 build in the works!

badbob2121

10-17-2011, 09:11 AM

very nice work!!

lots of pbm tastyness ...

EvilEgg13

10-17-2011, 10:04 AM

Love the detailed step by step. You may have mentioned it, but are the holes in the bumper precautionary for extra cooling?

7evil

10-17-2011, 10:12 AM

fabulous s13 & s14!

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 10:41 AM

Love the detailed step by step. You may have mentioned it, but are the holes in the bumper precautionary for extra cooling?

Thanks for all the compliments. Yea the bumper completely covers the intercooler so I was worried. The license plate mounting location on the type x bumper will be hollowed out so that will help with cooling on the new bumper.

da_crew10

10-17-2011, 11:29 AM

Suck build bro keep it up!

JDM_Tuner

10-17-2011, 12:02 PM

Good stuff man!

Also I'm planning on getting a new oil pan but I was wondering why you changed from the greddy pan to the tomei one?

S14DOOD

10-17-2011, 12:04 PM

Man i love both of ur cars!

sterlinge

10-17-2011, 01:03 PM

Badass build bro. What's the story on your Sig? I had a pbm skid plate and wish I wouldnt have bought it. Mine has a hole worn in it and I still dented my pan with it on.

DJPimpFlex

10-17-2011, 01:23 PM

Good stuff man!

Also I'm planning on getting a new oil pan but I was wondering why you changed from the greddy pan to the tomei one?

I swapped because over time the greddy drain plug stripped out. The tomei is steel so it shouldn't be a problem.

Badass build bro. What's the story on your Sig? I had a pbm skid plate and wish I wouldnt have bought it. Mine has a hole worn in it and I still dented my pan with it on.

Lol my sig is a long story haha. As for the skid plate it's just a little insurance, I'm not expecting it to save the underside from everything but it's better than nothing.

PoorMans180SX

11-02-2011, 08:07 PM

Updates on this man?

zomgsohc

11-02-2011, 09:00 PM

Just read through this whole thread. I love build threads. I think everyone should do one haha.

Loved seeing the car in action, too. The intercooler looks awesome... wish I could run a similar one, but my car is a street car so that might not pan out too well haha

Oh, yeah, WE WANT MORE!

icedsole

11-02-2011, 09:06 PM

you need this shirt

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs057.ash2/36195_10150213633230258_874025257_13300511_375916_ n.jpg

tricky_ab

11-03-2011, 11:38 AM

HAHAHA Wait what?!?! I don't even...

vas570sx

11-03-2011, 01:02 PM

you need this shirt

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs057.ash2/36195_10150213633230258_874025257_13300511_375916_ n.jpg

whoa.. what just happened here?

so jealous duder, i wanna drive HTM sooo bad.

06_footy

11-03-2011, 01:52 PM

awesome build.

Sean P.

11-03-2011, 02:00 PM

HAHAHA Wait what?!?! I don't even...

It's a quote from Gleb, and a picture of him.

!Zar!

11-03-2011, 02:32 PM

Glebbin it up.

DJPimpFlex

11-03-2011, 07:16 PM

Ok hella updates.

First big news
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/GDnkc6.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnGDnkc6j)

09 600rr. Man I love this bike. I had a 04 and this thing is crazy better. Lighter, revs higher, way more responsive. Just broke 1k miles.

Took my car down to have it tuned with the power fc yesterday bu the base map is so off it won't even idle and the shop didn't have datalogit to adjust the base map. Sucks. I gotta figure that out soon.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/VHKx98.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmVHKx98j)

I did get the paint process started so super sexy time pictures are coming.

like_em_sidewayzz

11-05-2011, 05:10 PM

looks good ! cant wait till its painted

nathanong87

11-05-2011, 05:34 PM

lol straight glen

junn

11-05-2011, 05:46 PM

That looks like maroges old shell

DJPimpFlex

11-07-2011, 09:26 PM

Got my new front wheels in. Went to 17x9 rather than 17x10 in front to get mad angle. I need new tires for the front, I won't be running 255's in front. Anyone interested in 255/40/17 RT615's brand new?

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/vJgXVp.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmvJgXVpj)

17x9 +15 w/ 255-45-17
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/8Zx2iN.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pn8Zx2iNj)

17x10 +12 (w/ 5mm spacer, +7 effective) w/ 225/45/17
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/RW17R4.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmRW17R4j)

Also bought another SAFC. My Power FC is being a whore and I can't get it to idle. I also don't know anyone local that has datalogit or who knows PFC so I'm going back to SAFC for a few events until I get it sorted. Either that or start saving for LSX, sell the PFC and RUN IT. Lots of fun events coming up so I want to be ready.

alexanderig

11-07-2011, 11:26 PM

Wow this build is amazing. Good stuff the car seems legit. And pbm <3

FaLKoN240

11-07-2011, 11:30 PM

You + LS1 would be a good pair.

DJPimpFlex

11-07-2011, 11:36 PM

Some day. I just wanna drive!!

d-man478

11-07-2011, 11:38 PM

Digging this thread.

DJPimpFlex

11-13-2011, 11:30 PM

So I gave up on the power FC, or so I thought. Went to take it out and install the stock ECU and another SAFC which I just bought and just get it to run. Come to find out the CAS wire had broken and that was causing it not to run.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/tRWAtC.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmtRWAtCj)

Dyno wednesday

F20cS13

11-14-2011, 05:10 AM

Nice car. I like the carbon fiber work you have on it. Gl

Tantwoforty

11-14-2011, 06:26 AM

This thread was hot, i was watching the long ass videos, and them bam.. type x...
i remember seeing that lip on the market, so sexy.
cool thread, in for updates

tricky_ab

11-14-2011, 07:23 AM

So I gave up on the power FC, or so I thought. Went to take it out and install the stock ECU and another SAFC which I just bought and just get it to run. Come to find out the CAS wire had broken and that was causing it not to run.

Dyno wednesday

I love it when things just come together...Glad to hear that the issue is sorted :)

Oh and shit got real with the type x bits...

DJPimpFlex

11-14-2011, 10:06 PM

Going to be cutting it close for the Buttonwillow event on the 25th.

Got my PBM FLCA's in today. There must have been an error or something because it seems that none of the items really work together and that they are different sizes. Really disconcerting because I need them to work ASAP. I know PBM will sort it out, but it took over 2 months to get these and I'm afraid that I won't get them in time.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/CWWdFb.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmCWWdFbj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/uRIqXH.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmuRIqXHj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/OPAqUS.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poOPAqUSj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/9AJNcd.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pn9AJNcdj)

See the 2 arms are different sizes and the heim joints thread into one side but not the other. Fingers crossed that this gets sorted quickly.

Om1kron

11-14-2011, 10:43 PM

facepalm! should've went spl until there was enough stock to deal with psm stuff.

articdragon192

11-15-2011, 12:32 AM

SPL doesn't have LCAs. They sell NAMS arms.

DJPimpFlex

11-15-2011, 01:02 AM

The PSM ones are better IMO. They move the TC rod mounting point in on the LCA so you can get more clearance and big angle. Lots of really nice design ideas with them, just need to get the hardware sorted out. Suck.

da_crew10

11-15-2011, 08:04 AM

Damn that sucks bro
Hopefully they fix it ASAP.

tricky_ab

11-15-2011, 11:13 AM

Yeah you're in good hands with those guys! I hope they can clear this up in time for you drive at that event...

DJPimpFlex

11-17-2011, 01:48 AM

Very productive day. Dyno went very well. Bellow is my old chart and my new chart. Gained a MUCH more aggressive midrange, not to mention top power. 293 hp at the wheels. I'm less concerned about the top power but the power band should be much more useable.

DSR is the best!
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/8rMiIf.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pn8rMiIfj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/7MFbni.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pn7MFbnij)
Old Chart
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/JltkTw.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poJltkTwj)

New Chart
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/fodC9x.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnfodC9xj)

Also went and picked up my body kit. Paint looks awesome!
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/924/lmrUX2.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/polmrUX2j)
Teaser pic..... I'll get it all properly mounted and shot with a good camera soon.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/n7iIuR.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmn7iIuRj)

alexanderig

11-17-2011, 06:03 AM

nice numbers and its going to look boss with the aero

PoorMans180SX

11-17-2011, 06:05 AM

Nice torque curve!

Can't wait to see this thing kouki-style!

conrad_s13.5

11-17-2011, 08:41 AM

jesus man,.. zilvia is killin me today.

i need more money!!!!!!!!..haha

awesome stuff man

datpurpledrank

11-17-2011, 08:43 AM

jesus man,.. zilvia is killin me today.

i need more money!!!!!!!!..haha

awesome stuff man

So true. Being a broke college kid sucks:bash:

tricky_ab

11-17-2011, 11:16 AM

Life is expensive...

Anyways I'm diggin' the painted aero :)

mad-ass

11-17-2011, 11:40 AM

you should totally use stock bumper bolts for the bumper/fender. gap looks fairly nasty.

DJPimpFlex

11-17-2011, 12:56 PM

It's just hanging there. Haven't done any Fitment and nothing is zip tied on at all. It'll be better.

towlie

11-17-2011, 06:24 PM

super sick in a radical sense

OBEEWON

11-18-2011, 08:56 AM

Love that green. And I hate green.

DJPimpFlex

11-18-2011, 10:46 AM

Love that green. And I hate green.

Yea it's unique.

Passenger side skirt is on, rear peices are on, finishing the kit tonight.

driftsilvias13

11-18-2011, 11:39 AM

Damn good call on the type x aero.

blaaq

11-18-2011, 12:20 PM

man!! awsome is my words to you!!

DrIvEsldEwAyS

11-18-2011, 03:35 PM

i remember this car when it was first built. i wondered what happened to it.

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 01:50 AM

Been a pretty productive couple of nights. Got the rear pieces mounted.

And the sides

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/KofaBU.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmKofaBUj)

Also got my replacement PBM arms but they sent me the wrong side >:(

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/ftTstw.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnftTstwj)

I specified driver... Gotta pay for overnight shipping now to make sure I get it.

Walperstyle

11-19-2011, 02:07 AM

It doesnt look like you are using it, but your tow hook that went through the vent. Don't do it that way.

If you ever have to use it, its just going to rip apart the vent and probably the bumper.

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 02:14 AM

Ya was mostly for show and required for ProAm. I'll get a different set up for the new bumper.

Walperstyle

11-19-2011, 03:37 AM

Sorry for nit-picking, but i'm one of those guys that likes to have a clean car and not have to worry about stuff breaking in use. AKA, I don't drift. More of a Wagan/porsche hunter

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 03:53 AM

I'm one of those guys who likes to have a clean car and drift. You can have it all, just depends on how much your willing to sacrifice.

Whitecar

11-19-2011, 12:16 PM

You've run out of photobucket bandwidth!

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 03:01 PM

I gotta ditch photobucket. Suck.

XxHybridx

11-19-2011, 06:19 PM

what cf hatch is that and hows the fitment on it?

sick build man, keep it up

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 07:37 PM

I believe it's seibon. Fit is spot on. Came with the car and it has a glass window so the weight savings are negligible but it looks cool.

DJPimpFlex

11-19-2011, 07:52 PM

Final Kit fitment.

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/386372_10150963868975425_521365424_21405922_181715 2498_n.jpg

Also changed the hardware on my hood pins to bronze. It's the small things...

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/308521_10150963867740425_521365424_21405917_143932 9480_n.jpg

s13silvia_R

11-19-2011, 10:30 PM

damn that looks mintry fresh :D
keep up the good work.

Jonnie Fraz

11-19-2011, 11:23 PM

Nice work buddy!

kalypso123

11-20-2011, 04:15 AM

oh wow... so victorious

new wheels - yes?

4DOOR_LIFE

11-20-2011, 04:23 AM

Damn I can't wait to see full car shots in the day time. looks good so far man.

DJPimpFlex

11-20-2011, 12:42 PM

New wheels someday. I'm happy with the fns for the moment. I really just want to drive at this point.

510erv

11-20-2011, 01:45 PM

Very nice builds bro

Big Zee

11-20-2011, 03:22 PM

your car looks steller with the chuki bumper, but now...with the Kouki areo..

Zilvia doesn't allow the word wow to be enlarged enough. haha.
I'm impressed that the PFC realized an extra 30+ hp and tq. Maf based or Map based ?

!Zar!

11-20-2011, 03:58 PM

L-jetro I believe. - maf based.

DJPimpFlex

11-20-2011, 08:35 PM

^^ what Mel said. Lots of power and torque to be found in timing. Also the tuning session was far less dramatic. No huge misses or popping. Very easy mod after I figured out my wiring issues.

DA KAOS

11-20-2011, 08:42 PM

Taniguchi_Is_#1

11-20-2011, 09:31 PM

i like this car. get a type x wing.

DJPimpFlex

11-20-2011, 09:47 PM

Awesome Build, on day i want to put a turbo on my car. I had a quick question about your front mount though. It's a PBM and it was how did you get it to mount with pop up head lights. I though PBM said it won't work with pop ups.

I'm glad you asked...
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/sbDaj6.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmsbDaj6j)

Made the brackets custom. Bolt to existing holes. Honestly, PBM should make these and sell them with the kit. Super easy and works great!

i like this car. get a type x wing.

Thanks man! I might consider it in the future, but I don't really like the idea of a non CF wing mounted on my CF hatch. Might look strange.

DJPimpFlex

11-26-2011, 02:20 PM

Bob's Buttonwillow Black Friday is always a great event. It's been my tradition for 4-5 years now to pack up after dinner and head down to the track.

Mods all worked well, mangled my new kit :( but I got a lot of good photos before hand. Oh well drift life.

32714081

Enna

11-26-2011, 03:03 PM

Nice video, good song too. Glad to see nice events like this in norcal.

articdragon192

11-26-2011, 06:20 PM

Drifting Buttonwillow looks like such a blast!

tricky_ab

11-26-2011, 06:25 PM

Man that event looked like a lot of fun! :)

ka24debt

11-26-2011, 10:26 PM

looks awesome! the kouki aero was overdue!

conrad_s13.5

11-28-2011, 08:18 AM

GAWWWDD DAMN!

killin it son!

is that pretty much all 3rd gear?
looks fun as shit!

DJPimpFlex

11-28-2011, 10:30 AM

Yea all third gear. Bus stop I drop to second but really should just stay in third and clutch kick. Super fun track. Wish it was closer, I would go more than once a year.

Firestorm

11-28-2011, 10:45 AM

i wonder if it would be possible to just relocate the pop up motors further down and use a longer rod to compensate?

TrustS13

11-28-2011, 11:28 AM

i wonder if it would be possible to just relocate the pop up motors further down and use a longer rod to compensate?
Some bro's out in Europe have successfully mounted the headlight motors down further and made a bent rod.. and retained pop ups with the PBM HMIC.
HOW TO: Keep your 180sx pop up headlights with the Part Shop Max Intercooler Kit. 180sx RS13 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6dgPk5m13A)

ryandriftingfat

11-28-2011, 12:21 PM

Would you mind taking a pic of the area you had to cut out of the support? I have the same IC, just haven't gotten around to installing it.

MrFairlady

11-28-2011, 01:51 PM

i wonder if it would be possible to just relocate the pop up motors further down and use a longer rod to compensate?

^^^ Yes...someone has done that. Mounted them down near the Front Tow hooks. Very cool but a Super long Welded Extension rod going up to the Ball on the light (from the Non-OEM Expensive Actuator).About 10-13inches long.

I mounted mine using DJ's design,but added a spacer to Still allow the Black garnish around the Lights too.Tales about 1 min a side to raise or lower them through the Kouki bumper Opening.
I'm selling my PMB HMIC soon and will include the Headlight brackets with mine.

DJpimp looking good pal!

DJPimpFlex

11-28-2011, 03:51 PM

^^^lol thread jack.

Yea the popups work fine for a track car. Never driving this car on the street.

benarovi

11-28-2011, 04:16 PM

car looks fucking boss track looks sick too

DJPimpFlex

11-30-2011, 12:43 PM

A couple more shots from bobs

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/KRL206.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnKRL206j)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/iwPeWE.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pniwPeWEj)

Also moved. 2 car garage now :)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/923/EP135L.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnEP135Lj)

Installed some dmax side markers. Kinda ugly but better than holes.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/ZGKE7g.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmZGKE7gj)

Also got a nardi finally.
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/640x480q90/922/RU2tiz.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmRU2tizj)

OBEEWON

11-30-2011, 01:01 PM

Very cool. Carbon fiber GT3 mirrors would look nice. Car looks armless.

DJPimpFlex

12-11-2011, 11:52 PM

Thunderhill today was awesome! Knuckles feel awesome and the car has never performed better. Can't wait until I get a legit alignment and my new rear LCA's on.

Video!
33515685

tricky_ab

12-12-2011, 07:47 AM

Congrats on the move (I'm jelly of the garage space). I'll peep the video in a bit...

fliprayzin240sx

12-12-2011, 03:37 PM

Good shiet, you fell the fuck off the forum for a while and was actually wondering what happened to this car. For a bit, I know you contemplated on getting rid of the green meanie. Wasn't sure if you finished it or not. Good to see this thing turn into a beast...

deolio

12-12-2011, 03:59 PM

your entries into turn 10 were looking pretty rad yesterday and the car looks good with the aero.

DJPimpFlex

12-12-2011, 04:08 PM

towlie

12-12-2011, 07:57 PM

your sig needs more kouki less gleb

DJPimpFlex

12-23-2011, 01:09 PM

Got wheels to sell the S14 with.... Still kinda cool looking if you don't notice the offset lol.

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/388192_10151088436835425_521365424_21836337_144003 073_n.jpg

DJPimpFlex

12-24-2011, 04:10 PM

Check it!!

Life Blasters » Blog Archive » Matt’s S13 » Life Blasters (http://lifeblasters.com/awesome/2011/8047/matts-s13/)

http://lifeblasters.com/awesome/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/front.jpg

Edwin562

12-24-2011, 04:36 PM

very nice!!!

Dreambuild808

12-24-2011, 10:47 PM

subscribed!

DJPimpFlex

01-10-2012, 09:17 PM

Finally got some more work done on the car..

Out with these
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/44074bef.jpg

In with these :)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/5117ec89.jpg

Some special guy installed the suspension on the subframe before loading it onto the car and forgot to put the bolts in the correct way so I had to cut the heads off to get the LCA's off. (im the special guy)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/ccee9c08.jpg

Also even though I'm trying to sell the S14 I always find myself buying more shit for it.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/80a346ed.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/0d499e8b.jpg

More work on the S14 tomorrow.

pacotaco345

01-10-2012, 10:32 PM

How much more trouble is it aligning the car with adjustable LCAs?

DJPimpFlex

01-10-2012, 11:37 PM

How much more trouble is it aligning the car with adjustable LCAs?

Just bolted them on. I'll have to let you know.

sincity_sil80

01-10-2012, 11:45 PM

Car is legit!!

doke! ドリフト

01-11-2012, 03:59 AM

holy shit man you are really good at driving. i watched both those videos all the way through and wanted to watch them again good stuff

DJPimpFlex

01-28-2012, 06:33 PM

So I spent the last couple of weeks slowly adjusting my suspension to get more angle. I extended my LCA's about 1.5" to get more clearance.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/e79e2625.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/0908a2f4.jpg
You can see in the pic where the wheel was rubbing the sway bar.

Also I guess my steering rack bushings were never upgraded.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/443840cb.jpg

I thought I did it years ago but when I was adjusting the toe I noticed that I could move the rack by hand! This probably has a lot to do with the floaty feeling the car has always had while going straight. I have new offset rack bushings coming but I had some suspension techniques laying around that were for my S14 which I threw on there.

BOROSUN

01-28-2012, 09:47 PM

nice... i'm running the same setup except im running fortune, still tinkering and waiting for the pbm rear knuckles. can't wait.

DJPimpFlex

01-28-2012, 09:49 PM

nice... i'm running the same setup except im running fortune, still tinkering and waiting for the pbm rear knuckles. can't wait.

Yea I'm doing a way more legit alignment when I get those and the eccentric steering rack bushings. All that's left is to drive better :)

DJPimpFlex

01-30-2012, 09:46 PM

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Vote for me to win $500 from Enjuku! Scroll through at the bottom.

RyanS13

01-31-2012, 01:34 AM

I
Made the brackets custom. Bolt to existing holes. Honestly, PBM should make these and sell them with the kit. Super easy and works great!

Damn they really should start making those and selling them. Nice to see you got them working.

DJPimpFlex

02-05-2012, 02:19 PM

Spent the last 2 weeks dialing in my suspension. Extended the LCA's and man what a difference! I have 10° more angle easy and the car is more predictable than ever. I only spun once yesterday and Thunderhill and that was on shitty tires. Love my car.

Zero problems, day of win! Check the video!

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dreamin240sx

02-05-2012, 04:20 PM

amazing fella

Big Zee

02-05-2012, 04:55 PM

awesome vids!!! keep up the amazing work good sir!

please post more vids also, I watched them all, then again and was left wanting more haha

DJPimpFlex

02-05-2012, 05:42 PM

awesome vids!!! keep up the amazing work good sir!

please post more vids also, I watched them all, then again and was left wanting more haha

Lol I got to go to the track more! Thunderdrift ProAm is coming up so I should have a bunch more videos coming.

DJPimpFlex

02-06-2012, 12:18 AM

Some new pics! Excuse the saggy bumper. Fixing that soon.

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/431586_355115394499257_344460445564752_1380575_142 1827019_n.jpg
http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/426501_355115491165914_344460445564752_1380576_557 256367_n.jpg
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/397166_355115547832575_344460445564752_1380577_431 173494_n.jpg
http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/419908_355115634499233_344460445564752_1380578_185 6884011_n.jpg
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/421214_355115711165892_344460445564752_1380579_136 6684133_n.jpg
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/401087_355115784499218_344460445564752_1380580_207 8376020_n.jpg
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/431560_355115884499208_344460445564752_1380581_171 5345158_n.jpg
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/398439_355116014499195_344460445564752_1380582_105 4417574_n.jpg

Functiontheory

02-06-2012, 12:39 AM

Very nice!!!!!

I<3BEWBZ

02-06-2012, 12:40 AM

Awesome stuff man.

I like your build thread, its awesome to see not only the cars progression, but the drivers as well. Got me really motivated to finish my car asap. Keep up the good work!

DJPimpFlex

02-06-2012, 10:01 AM

Awesome stuff man.

I like your build thread, its awesome to see not only the cars progression, but the drivers as well. Got me really motivated to finish my car asap. Keep up the good work!

Definitely. If you go on my Vimeo you can watch vids from 2 years ago until now. definitely a lot of improvement in my car and my driving.

jesse_s13

02-06-2012, 10:19 AM

Very Legit hatch!! Got to say one of my favs too!!

Loving the angle porn. Almost downloaded it for later viewing.

driftsucky

02-06-2012, 11:59 AM

This thread is so great. Cool to see the improvement in consistency in your driving. I wish you luck this season broseph. This is one of my favs right here.

BOROSUN

02-06-2012, 02:25 PM

what's the total length of the lca now?

did you get the eccentric bushing?

tricky_ab

02-06-2012, 03:52 PM

Your car is looking great, and I really enjoy your videos...

s14unimog

02-07-2012, 11:55 AM

So gangster; I loved every bit of this. Thanks for the pics and video; Keep it up!

DJPimpFlex

02-07-2012, 01:01 PM

what's the total length of the lca now?

did you get the eccentric bushing?

I'm not sure of the total length. I basically took a plum bob and measured from end to end and made sure they were equal. The number didn't matter so much to me as the clearance was the main issue. I have the eccentric bushings on order but I don't have them as of yet. I'm running as low of caster as I can to help with over-centering and so far its working pretty well.

joel.e.krueger

02-07-2012, 01:52 PM

Your car is beautiful man. I absolutely love it.

surge s14

02-07-2012, 02:50 PM

I like it alot!

DJPimpFlex

02-07-2012, 03:31 PM

Also when I was there I took out some guys car to give his girl a ride.
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/428082_10151278300795425_521365424_22541113_140562 8005_n.jpg
Did that 4x in a row.

Some more shots from the day. Also check out Lifeblasters.com

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/423621_10151278305805425_521365424_22541120_927940 679_n.jpg
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/423137_10151278307645425_521365424_22541124_420493 675_n.jpg

nassin31spr

02-07-2012, 03:46 PM

Two questions?
1. when you did the shoot for that site, they said you destroyed your front bumper. Where did you get a replacement?
2. When you took your car to get the frame checked was your front off. Ive been reading its a big problem on s13's and on mine. I was just going to get adjustable front lower control arms in the front and try to counter it. But Im beginning to think this isnt going to fix it. My drivers side sticks out further than the passenger side.

DJPimpFlex

02-07-2012, 11:19 PM

1. No replacement, I just went off and dig up some mud with my lip and ran it over. OEM is strong as shit and it was ok (though kinda battered).

2. Why would I get my frame checked? I just went hard into the mud and my body kit took the brunt of it. Car is fine.

nassin31spr

02-08-2012, 05:58 AM

Sorry I read in the build thread where you said you sent your car off to get put on a frame machine. I'm sure I read it wrong. Sorry.

DJPimpFlex

02-11-2012, 08:25 PM

Anyone good at photoshop? Spoiler me thinks. Im bouncing between a kognition Gt wing or a 326 style painted green or black. Can't decide!!

4DOOR_LIFE

02-11-2012, 08:48 PM

I think a GT Wing would be much better suited for what you're going for.

Your car is leaning further a towards full blown track car, and a I feel that a manriki wing would clash and send off the wrong vibes. Plus it's way too aggressive to be on a competition built car.

Unless you plan to get super gangster/aggressive aero, wheels, and plan on dropping your car to the floor, then by all means go for it.lol. A certain taste and style is needed for that wing to really look cool.

towlie

02-11-2012, 09:11 PM

Yeah GT wing would be sick

DJPimpFlex

02-11-2012, 10:46 PM

dyls240

02-17-2012, 05:30 AM

Dam man your an inspiration! haha. would love to one day have a track s13 and daily s14
Keep posting!! First time seeing your thread and read through the whole thing haha

subiesean

02-23-2012, 02:11 PM

awesome driving loved reading this to see the progress of your car can't wait to hear more :)

Nismo_sam

02-24-2012, 09:02 PM

Car looks great, can't wait to see more

DJPimpFlex

03-06-2012, 12:08 AM

So I went over to my friend Kia's shop (TD Garage - Complete Auto Service & Subaru Specialist (http://www.tdgarage.com/)) to pick up an epic stack of tires and I saw this sick miata out front.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/583dfb6a.jpg

Sonoma Drift starts back up wednesday so I'll definietly be making smoke and a new video. No updates on the car because its perfect and I don't have anything to do on it :)

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/f3c93eec.jpg

I sold the S14 so I need more projects!

DJPimpFlex

03-08-2012, 01:52 AM

Sonoma drift today. Season opener. Went really well. Car is simply to easy to drive and I want to downgrade it to make it more of a challenge. I guess I could just drive better and get close to stuff.

Don't think I'll go back next week. Close proximity to the east bay. Some guy wanted to fight me over some internet shit like 2 years ago haha.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/419115_271581762917681_226104040798787_632748_2130 619568_n.jpg
Don't mind the ugly bumper. I gotta fix that shit.
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Vid is uploading now! GoPro took a shit after 4 clips so this one is short and sweet.

DJPimpFlex

03-08-2012, 10:11 PM

More pics from Sonoma Drift!

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/430290_2519364963699_1840534880_1510847_244147969_ n.jpg
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/424553_2519354963449_1840534880_1510832_107196581_ n.jpg
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http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/420902_2519351203355_1840534880_1510827_1312946570 _n.jpg

PoorMans180SX

03-09-2012, 06:57 AM

Still looking good man!

NismoTuner21

03-09-2012, 08:13 AM

Looks sweet! Saw your car on the news... lol

Sonoma Drift on KTVU Fox News - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=UKQI0gGjwhE)

DJPimpFlex

03-09-2012, 10:31 AM

I'm basically a famous criminal.

NismoTuner21

03-09-2012, 10:57 AM

hahahahaha

DJPimpFlex

03-09-2012, 12:13 PM

Also I'm starting karting. 125 stock Honda shifter. Should be loads of fun!

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/2cdbd661.jpg

pacotaco345

03-09-2012, 12:59 PM

^^ I approve of this post.

Junior x

03-10-2012, 12:27 AM

I fucking love this thread. Pure motivation

mad-ass

03-10-2012, 02:14 AM

Most of times I don't check your updates on this thread, because I know I will be super jelly of the superb progress you makes.

Of all the cars, I wish your car was louder. :)

DJPimpFlex

03-10-2012, 02:56 AM

Lol thanks Lee! Honestly I can't make it any louder. No muffler or silencer. V8 would be pretty loud though :)

DJPimpFlex

03-13-2012, 07:35 PM

Motorcycle update!

I had a little accident so I replaced my fairings.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/1940e57a.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/72d69075.jpg

Fitment is nice and I think it looks good. Love this bike!

dftsilvia

03-13-2012, 07:45 PM

shifter karts are fun as hell! used to race 125. thats an older motor u have didnt kno they still ran those. oh and you and your car are awesome!! straight up grassroot status

s13turbohatch

03-13-2012, 09:43 PM

In the news it claimed drifting began from illegal parking lot shows.... that was a good laugh, again great car!

DJPimpFlex

03-15-2012, 08:23 PM

Went out to Sonoma Drift again last night in the rain. Car ran perfect and I was having fun all night up until someone rear ended me. My car is nearly fine, just scratches but his car was near totaled. Yay for rear bumper support. Check the video!

Big angle on the first run :)

38611394

https://vimeo.com/38611394

dreamin240sx

03-15-2012, 08:56 PM

have any more pics of the damage?

s13drob

03-15-2012, 09:44 PM

I love the action vids! Great build thread. Makes me want to keep my type X. I think Ill build a drift car when i have a nice datsun DD. KEEP IT UP.

DJPimpFlex

04-22-2012, 04:53 PM

Got my oil cooler 95% installed thanks or Jeff at Jordan Innovations. Just need the filter and I'm set! Fuck your greddy kit.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/06ea7bc8.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/987b2c6c.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/c5fc4d53.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/31964326.jpg

Also installed PBM steering rack bushings. Should help with my over-centering.

Om1kron

04-22-2012, 04:56 PM

the rack bushings finally came in? Or did you get the hook up?

PoorMans180SX

04-22-2012, 04:58 PM

Can't wait till I can afford PSM knuckles, the angle looks awesome. Rainx works on Gopro cases pretty well too!

GSXRJJordan

04-22-2012, 05:19 PM

Sweet dude :)

Show car?

dreamin240sx

04-22-2012, 09:28 PM

Moar updates dj pimpflex

DJPimpFlex

04-23-2012, 12:13 AM

the rack bushings finally came in? Or did you get the hook up?

Yea finally just showed up.

Can't wait till I can afford PSM knuckles, the angle looks awesome. Rainx works on Gopro cases pretty well too!

Oh I'll have to try that!

Sweet dude

Show car?

Definitely a show car. Where's your GSXR again? :P

DJPimpFlex

05-05-2012, 11:39 AM

Got the bumper to fit a bit better.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/fddc3063.jpg

Also got a NEW! type x bumper support!

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/74d292a5.jpg

Got some shiney stuffs...

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/55e05c95.jpg

And saw a donk.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/bcbdcf00.jpg

Proam rd1 is tomorrow! Cant wait!

pigeon

05-06-2012, 07:42 PM

this thing is badass, sweet taste in toys

Pinggg

05-07-2012, 09:04 PM

Car is looking good like always bro! Make sure you put up some videos of the pro am event!

DJPimpFlex

05-08-2012, 01:50 AM

Proam got canceled last minute. Sucked super hard. I decided to put the car under the knife again. Here's a comparison shot of the stock knuckles and the pbm ones.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/6688f533.jpg

Edit: A couple things to mention about the rear knuckle install. The brake caliper bolt holes are drilled just slightly off so its kinda difficult to get the caliper bolts in. I know they did it because they want that tight obviously but it took me a minute. Another thing is the bolts they provide were to long for Z32 rear brakes. I had to add a couple of washers but no big deal. Besides that it was pretty straight forward.

DJPimpFlex

05-10-2012, 10:02 AM

Got my PBM knuckles installed and went out to Infineon for a shake down. Car needs an alignment but worked perfect. PBM stuff makes my car to easy to drive!

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DJPimpFlex

05-23-2012, 07:01 PM

No changes with the car. Took it out for another Wednesday night. Perfect as usual. ProAm is back on apparently for the 17th of next month!

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Jonnie Fraz

05-23-2012, 07:33 PM

Good stuff Matt!

GSXRJJordan

05-23-2012, 10:51 PM

I fucking love reading that ~ no changes, ran perfect, can't wait for the next event!

xh3nry

05-23-2012, 11:20 PM

Nice thread, i'm subscribed. Couldn't stop reading. Ballin ride dude!

mad-ass

05-24-2012, 12:15 AM

I see my passenger seat in there still. COOL!

DJPimpFlex

05-24-2012, 12:22 AM

I see my passenger seat in there still. COOL!

The barcalounger! I wish I could bring myself to buy another Bride.

mad-ass

05-24-2012, 01:26 AM

all good, keep it in your car as long as you want unless I magically need it for what ever reason. [which I don't see happening anytime soon]

irritatedmax

05-24-2012, 07:30 AM

Great build. Take an awesome shell and make it even more awesome. Well done.

Z33dori

05-29-2012, 12:16 PM

i feel like a dick for asking this, but what do you do for a living lol

loving this build

DJPimpFlex

05-29-2012, 02:42 PM

2>1

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/546409_10151882701245425_521365424_24084446_490738 668_n.jpg

As for what I do for a living I work as a Manager for Lenscrafters. I wanna get them to sponsor my car and make it up like Disneys Cars

http://images.fanpop.com/images/image_uploads/Lightning-McQueen-disney-pixar-cars-772510_1700_1100.jpg

GSXRJJordan

05-29-2012, 05:23 PM

Exhaust looks good!!

A 'Cars' drift car would be rad, but didn't they do that Tokyo Mater thing already?

DJPimpFlex

05-29-2012, 05:50 PM

No idea lol. Thanks dude I'm stoked. Basically sold my old exhaust already for more than I got the new one for.

Pinggg

05-29-2012, 07:05 PM

Loving the new exhaust!
Are those just the tips or whole dart izumi catback?

DJPimpFlex

05-29-2012, 07:10 PM

It's a works9 exhaust. Full cat back.

Pinggg

05-29-2012, 07:15 PM

It's a works9 exhaust. Full cat back.

Oh wow i was way off, my b.
Looks good.

DJPimpFlex

05-30-2012, 12:31 AM

Dart Izumi is a very similar style and my all time favorite exhaust but the price is retarded. I got this for a steal.

angel mkiv

05-30-2012, 01:53 AM

love the build!very inspirational

DJPimpFlex

06-06-2012, 01:06 AM

Finally got my car weighed and corner weighted. Aligning my toe tomorrow and the car is seriously ready for battle. I'm pretty happy with the weight considering how substantial the cage is.

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/c67.0.403.403/p403x403/542084_10151902563970425_171916089_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/c67.0.403.403/p403x403/533030_10151902562565425_1777513894_n.jpg

mad-ass

06-06-2012, 09:58 AM

ML Racing?

DJPimpFlex

06-06-2012, 12:39 PM

ML Racing?

You know it. Got my toe done with Tim Barber.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/20120606_113717.jpg

Conrad 2NR

06-06-2012, 01:09 PM

Why positive camber in the rear?

conrad_s13.5

06-06-2012, 01:36 PM

id imagine to 0 it out when he's driving, compensating for the squat........right?....lol

DJPimpFlex

06-06-2012, 03:47 PM

^^ Right. It's a very small amount and while on power it'll be 0 so you get maximum tire wear.

mad-ass

06-06-2012, 08:00 PM

whoa, two Conrads. LOL

are those...toe in's or out's in front? If it's toe in, i'd assume it doesn't really matter cuz of the PSM angle kit.

PoorMans180SX

06-07-2012, 09:40 AM

Seems like could get them closer than that? I know it's a pretty minimal difference on each, but I can usually get alignments within a couple hundredths on stock cars that don't have infinite adjustability.

Also, 7 degrees of caster and no overcentering? That is impressive; are you running steering stops?

EDIT: I noticed you just said toe, must be you didn't mess with the other stuff.

DJPimpFlex

06-08-2012, 01:45 AM

Yea we messed with my caster and the number we got is different than what the digital read out came to. The car did have a bit of over centering yesterday so I might have to dial out some caster in the front.

https://vimeo.com/43655152

43655152

mad-ass

06-08-2012, 02:25 AM

You handsome man you. :)

DJPimpFlex

06-08-2012, 02:34 AM

So much man love in here, even the bots love me.

DJPimpFlex

06-18-2012, 12:08 AM

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/554769_10151945787020425_1504454984_n.jpg

Epic day!! Qualified second, ended up second after a OMT. Car runs awesome.

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/401831_10151021736406469_708424318_n.jpg

va240dude

06-18-2012, 12:14 AM

Nice job getting 2nd!

Mistah Mofro

06-18-2012, 12:37 AM

Congrats BRO!!! You were killing all day. I can post some pics if you would like, i aint no proffesional but their there.

DJPimpFlex

06-18-2012, 01:08 AM

Congrats BRO!!! You were killing all day. I can post some pics if you would like, i aint no proffesional but their there.

That would be awesome!:eek:

Mistah Mofro

06-18-2012, 04:18 PM

Yeah ill upload them later tonight man, hows them knuckles feeling?

Okinawandrifter87

06-18-2012, 04:21 PM

Congrats Matt!

Jonnie Fraz

06-18-2012, 05:22 PM

Congrats buddy! You were on fire.

Mistah Mofro

06-19-2012, 03:57 PM

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/278144_10151025948439976_826534382_o.jpg

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/178015_10151025948524976_773321129_o.jpg

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/411937_10151025958869976_1939731630_o.jpg

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/411952_10151025958979976_1650643737_o.jpg

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http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/470203_10151025959179976_1623625827_o.jpg

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/288420_10151025959379976_1134583208_o.jpg

Mistah Mofro

06-19-2012, 04:07 PM

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/178369_10151026067409976_238482289_o.jpg

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/178353_10151026071084976_585045903_o.jpg

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/288328_10151026071199976_1711282329_o.jpg

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/457806_10151026071289976_808897851_o.jpg
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/552870_10151026777219976_348777335_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/185014_10151026777389976_2002708711_n.jpg

Dam near set that hay on fire bro lol

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/480539_10151026777634976_1149760591_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/525768_10151026830179976_92848657_n.jpg

^my favorite forsure
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/601121_10151026832254976_84455870_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/556465_10151026832554976_16563472_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/205316_10151026839769976_1866040506_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/224819_10151026839819976_653616805_n.jpg
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/421558_10151026839904976_205962556_n.jpg

I dont know why but i like this one alot dunno why. Im going to try to make to every round if i can and take pics just for fun, ill say wddup next time.

DJPimpFlex

06-20-2012, 02:29 PM

Awesome shots thanks!!!

Here's my recap vid.

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DJPimpFlex

06-23-2012, 10:09 AM

44552455 sweeeeeeeeeeet

DJPimpFlex

06-28-2012, 03:11 AM

So I finally got around to getting a proper air filter. The Greddy one I have been using FOREVER was for a SR maf and was ghetto rigged to work on my Z32 maf. I picked up a new Blitz one from FR sport and it was a HUGE improvement. Fit and finish is excellent and the price was acceptable.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/20120628_015431.jpg

Also I didn't have a good place to leave my helmet in the car when I was driving around the paddock. It would just sit on my passenger seat and roll around or on the floor. I picked up a helmet hook off Summit for like $15.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/20120628_015518.jpg

mad-ass

06-28-2012, 04:59 AM

Can I drive your car one day? that's if my fat ass fits in your bucket seat. LOL

I wish I can afford a track car my self.

DJPimpFlex

07-06-2012, 12:53 PM

Installed some new side markers from a BMW m3

Before (dmax)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/20120705_225147.jpg

After m3
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y32/DJPimpFlex/20120705_225557.jpg

Sorry for the shitty pics

punxva

07-06-2012, 03:58 PM

i love m3 marker lights, i've been thinking about ditching my dmax ones as well

DJPimpFlex

07-06-2012, 06:47 PM

Yea they are gangster. They fit perfect too, the DMAX ones were shitty. Felt like Ebay shit and cost twice as much.

DJPimpFlex

07-06-2012, 06:58 PM

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Sweet butterball shit!

Slammed Assassin

07-06-2012, 07:14 PM

Awesome build!! ive been following this for a while! Super impressed on how much time you get to spend on track.

DJPimpFlex

07-06-2012, 07:44 PM

Awesome build!! ive been following this for a while! Super impressed on how much time you get to spend on track.

Thanks man! Yea the car is uncomfortably reliable :) Quality parts ftw!

DJPimpFlex

07-11-2012, 10:29 PM

Went and did some grip driving. Always wanted to drive Laguna Seca and my friend gave me the opportunity to drive his Miata on R compounds. Super fun track and it was good go out and not go sideways for once.

Check the vid!!
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DJPimpFlex

07-11-2012, 10:35 PM

Also the Low Budget Crew (http://www.facebook.com/thelowbudgetcrew) dropped a sickkk proam video!

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DJPimpFlex

07-18-2012, 11:34 AM

Updated a bunch of stuff on the car! My shifter has been leaking forever so I got a new gasket installed and hose clamped the boot to hold the fluid in.

Also one big thing is the new sway bars I got. Replacing my Tanabe's with Progress adjustable sways.

http://i1.frsimg.com/images/detailed_images/FR_0113057662564dd46970796b4.jpg

They are really nice with the heim joint end links and adjustability. I'm concerned about the bend around the front and my wheel hitting the sway and reducing my angle. I'm going to try it out and see.

Also the Progress rear end links don't work with PBM LCA's so I had to get fancy.
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/599387_10152046516485425_1626962080_n.jpg

Got some awesome spacers from OSH.
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/425058_10152046517120425_287930060_n.jpg
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/561262_10152046515290425_1855427687_n.jpg

Final Product!
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/557290_10152046518200425_1966895441_n.jpg

I'm driving a lot in August along with ProAm Rd2 so I'll give my driving impressions soon.