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Corbic · 08-22-2014, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingkilburn

Bikes versus windshields is a strawman. The two have nothing to do with eachother. If a driver in a fully prepped racecar could be thrown free of the accident from inside a car that weighs about as much as he does safety concerns drop considerably, but we are still talking about 3000 potential death machines.

If a windshield can keep a delaminated tire or loose piece of bodywork out of my face I'm keeping it.

Bingo.

Also hot exploding fluids from a blown engine, smoke from other cars, etc.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure this out. Only in drifting would "race cars" run with not windshield, loose handing body parts, batteries just flopping around and tires with belts showing.

People would shit fucking bricks if you went to a real event. We had to bring inspection report from a pre-approved shop stating the track worthiness of the Porsche. We had to go through a full 4 person 15 minute inspection and log review, and they even took brake pad measurements, harness MFG date inspection and reviewed the tire heat-cycle log.

5280VertDET · 08-22-2014, 05:54 PM

I can't tell if the poor s13 has been repainted so many times to get that effect, or he did it intentionally.

Side note:

These little cringey circle jerkers think I am the 240sx Police since I linked his profile on my IG profile... They are sadly far off, I only wish I was that smart. Props to the real owner. The mystery is all the fun!

bataangpinoy · 08-22-2014, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joshchewuhh

Best time of their lives.

this is why they need to stop handing out those participation awards to losers.

ratchet 40 gang is a squad of idiots much like this dude.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp9e0s4zbxk

Epoxy · 08-22-2014, 06:46 PM

As far as the windshield topic goes; I personally have had delaminated tires, rocks, and hot fluids hit my windshield during an event. I was pretty happy about having that thin piece of glass there to protect me. Idiots will be idiots and do away with their personal safety. People get in the mindset of thinking "It will never happen to me." Thats why this thread exists, to spotlight the people you want to avoid on the track, or avoid getting any sort of sane advice from.

TwoForDeh · 08-22-2014, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5280VertDET

I can't tell if the poor s13 has been repainted so many times to get that effect, or he did it intentionally.

Side note:

These little cringey circle jerkers think I am the 240sx Police since I linked his profile on my IG profile... They are sadly far off, I only wish I was that smart. Props to the real owner. The mystery is all the fun!

I've heard/seen like 5 different zilvia names being thrown out as the 240sx style police haha. May the man behind the mask ensue the butthurtedness.

Cliff:
follow me on IG: thatrhd240

Rustys14 · 08-22-2014, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corbic

Only in drifting would "race cars" run with not windshield

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epoxy

As far as the windshield topic goes; I personally have had delaminated tires, rocks, and hot fluids hit my windshield during an event. I was pretty happy about having that thin piece of glass there to protect me. Idiots will be idiots and do away with their personal safety. People get in the mindset of thinking "It will never happen to me." Thats why this thread exists, to spotlight the people you want to avoid on the track, or avoid getting any sort of sane advice from.

Don't mean to call anyone out but I feel like someone should point out that most dirt track race cars run without a windshield. I should also point out that there is much more flying debris to contend with on a dirt track then any track that you would be drifting on.

While I agree that running no windshield on a drift car or any roadcourse/asphalt race car is stupid and lazy, I see so many other much more serious and dangerous safety violations on some of these cars that it doesn't really make sense to get so hung up on the windshield issue.

I haven't made it out to many drift events lately but unless something has changed in the past year or so, this thread DOES NOT represent the majority of the drift community. Most cars I see at local events are fairly average cars that would likely pass NASA HPDE tech inspection without issue. Its just a select few people in the community and threads like this that make busted/unsafe cars seem like they are the norm when in reality that is far from the case.

TwoForDeh · 08-22-2014, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rustys14

Don't mean to call anyone out but I feel like someone should point out that most dirt track race cars run without a windshield. I should also point out that there is much more flying debris to contend with on a dirt track then any track that you would be drifting on.

While I agree that running no windshield on a drift car or any roadcourse/asphalt race car is stupid and lazy, I see so many other much more serious and dangerous safety violations on some of these cars that it doesn't really make sense to get so hung up on the windshield issue.

I haven't made it out to many drift events lately but unless something has changed in the past year or so, this thread DOES NOT represent the majority of the drift community. Most cars I see at local events are fairly average cars that would likely pass NASA HPDE tech inspection without issue. Its just a select few people in the community and threads like this that make busted/unsafe cars seem like they are the norm when in reality that is far from the case.

^^^^THIS

At the last even I went to, which was last weekend, the good majority of cars seemed pretty damn legit and I wouldnt doubt any of them passing tech. But...there were those few that were..questionable at best.

racepar1 · 08-22-2014, 08:46 PM

This safety debate is fucking stupid. Don't like safety regulations? Don't participate in motorsports. EVERY motorsport has safety regulations. Drifting organizations are just too relaxed. Nobody's saying you need a FIA spec roll cage, fire system, full fire suit, hans device, etc to participate. Functioning stock safety equipment is fine for non-tandem runs. A windshield is just stupid to not have installed. Off road/circle track guys don't run them because the debris that gets kicked up would likely crack them and/or gather up on the windshield to the point where you can't see. That is CLEARLY not safe. Those guys do have wire mesh in place of the windshield to protect them from debris though. I grew up at SCCA events. Being raised in that environment I take safety VERY seriously. All of the participants need to realize that they are taking their lives in their hands when participating in ANY form of motorsport. You can run off and DIE at ANY corner, on ANY track, at ANY time. Those of us that are exposed to these facts learn to respect them. The drift retards think it's all a game, "it's just fun". The reality is that it is NOT just fun. You're taking your life in your hands and it's NOT a game. This is serious shit and you MUST understand and respect the consequences.

Loufig · 08-22-2014, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRIFTER-M

Weds Kranze Cerberus are some of the best wheel designs made if you ask most people. They are authentic, have dish, and sizing is great.

The rest of the stuff you mentioned could be due to him currently building it.

still ugly.

Corbic · 08-22-2014, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rustys14

Don't mean to call anyone out but I feel like someone should point out that most dirt track race cars run without a windshield. I should also point out that there is much more flying debris to contend with on a dirt track then any track that you would be drifting on.

HEY!! LETS COMPARE APPLES AND ORANGES.

I'm not even wasting my breath.

Corbic · 08-22-2014, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by racepar1

This safety debate is fucking stupid. Don't like safety regulations? Don't participate in motorsports. EVERY motorsport has safety regulations. Drifting organizations are just too relaxed. Nobody's saying you need a FIA spec roll cage, fire system, full fire suit, hans device, etc to participate. Functioning stock safety equipment is fine for non-tandem runs. A windshield is just stupid to not have installed. Off road/circle track guys don't run them because the debris that gets kicked up would likely crack them and/or gather up on the windshield to the point where you can't see. That is CLEARLY not safe. Those guys do have wire mesh in place of the windshield to protect them from debris though. I grew up at SCCA events. Being raised in that environment I take safety VERY seriously. All of the participants need to realize that they are taking their lives in their hands when participating in ANY form of motorsport. You can run off and DIE at ANY corner, on ANY track, at ANY time. Those of us that are exposed to these facts learn to respect them. The drift retards think it's all a game, "it's just fun". The reality is that it is NOT just fun. You're taking your life in your hands and it's NOT a game. This is serious shit and you MUST understand and respect the consequences.

Thumbs Up!

yetijeff · 08-22-2014, 09:12 PM

there is some true retard on the schassis fb page. I just got done trying to convince some kid trading his beemer for "180sx" (rhd converted hatch) was a shitty idea. he still thinks its a real 180. I have no hope...

yetijeff · 08-22-2014, 09:15 PM

nevermind hes in Canada haha

bataangpinoy · 08-22-2014, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by racepar1

In ANY form of motorsport, you can run off and DIE at ANY corner, on ANY track, at ANY time. Those of us that are exposed to these facts learn to respect them. The retards think it's all a game, "it's just fun". The reality is that it is NOT just fun. You're taking your life in your hands and it's NOT a game. This is serious shit and you MUST understand and respect the consequences.

make a serious enough mistake and our maker awaits

5280VertDET · 08-22-2014, 09:29 PM

I got called gay, cause I don't drive a "Silvia".

Matej · 08-22-2014, 09:43 PM

Drift cars should only have fake cages.

kikcaffine · 08-22-2014, 09:54 PM

*kingkilburn* · 08-22-2014, 11:39 PM

Did we suddenly forget how dangerous and weird dirt track races are? Who really thought direct drive, giant stagger, and a huge wing over the windshield was a good idea?

Not having wipers and a windshield is pretty low on the list of shit that's wrong with those cars.

oldschoolsilvia · 08-23-2014, 10:28 AM

This can be all yours for $2500 http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/4624518137.html

5280VertDET · 08-23-2014, 10:45 AM

That's actually sweet as hell!

aga · 08-23-2014, 10:59 AM

someone can buy this and go crush all the doing-it-wrong 240sx's

oh wait...they might actually like the ain'tcare look afterwards

"do some treadmarks on mine too bro"

ehhhregartless · 08-23-2014, 11:30 AM

Quote:

I'm going to have a machine shop make a protective under lip with teeth pointing up, and do like a lion theme with it. Take the gay wing off. It looked a lot better with no wing. Add some white to it. I like that blend on a car.
Like · Yesterday at 10:03pm

5280VertDET · 08-23-2014, 01:10 PM

PIEMAN909 · 08-23-2014, 01:24 PM

People who call their 240s Silvias are all doing it wrong.

Touge Noob S13 · 08-23-2014, 02:30 PM

silviasandbeer · 08-23-2014, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PIEMAN909

People who call their 240s Silvias are all doing it wrong.

okayy...

danshaz · 08-23-2014, 03:23 PM

better than most that have this theme, but still real ugly.

and i enjoy how they think they found the address of whoever runs the style police IG.

tricky_ab · 08-23-2014, 04:59 PM

Are they still seriously trying to figure it out? Hahaha yeah I'm keeping my mouth shut. But keep looking guys!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

ixfxi · 08-23-2014, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ehhhregartless

you know what i've always found funny about cars like the above (red s14)

assuming the car was well-kept, and dude takes it out to a club or bar, meets a chick... there are PLENTY of women who dont give a fuck and would gladly sit passenger in a car like that without care in the world...

but because car people are typically nerds who micro-analyze everything... we make fun of shit like that. i mean, if my friend owned that car i dont think i'de ever want to be caught dead in that heap of shit

the fucking car has FANGS... christ. i'll put money and say... that car is NOT from socal. its gotta be east-coast or mid-west.

silviasandbeer · 08-23-2014, 05:58 PM

every car i have ever seen that has those ricer body kits, have it paint matched

just an observation

08-22-2014, 05:54 PM	#1622
5280VertDET Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Denver Age: 37 Posts: 2,052 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	I can't tell if the poor s13 has been repainted so many times to get that effect, or he did it intentionally. Side note: These little cringey circle jerkers think I am the 240sx Police since I linked his profile on my IG profile... They are sadly far off, I only wish I was that smart. Props to the real owner. The mystery is all the fun! __________________ S13 Vert \| SR \| PE1420 \| 5-Speed \| 15x9.5 - 0 \|

08-22-2014, 06:46 PM	#1624
Epoxy Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Albuquerqe, NM Posts: 40 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	As far as the windshield topic goes; I personally have had delaminated tires, rocks, and hot fluids hit my windshield during an event. I was pretty happy about having that thin piece of glass there to protect me. Idiots will be idiots and do away with their personal safety. People get in the mindset of thinking "It will never happen to me." Thats why this thread exists, to spotlight the people you want to avoid on the track, or avoid getting any sort of sane advice from. __________________

08-22-2014, 09:29 PM	#1635
5280VertDET Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Denver Age: 37 Posts: 2,052 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	I got called gay, cause I don't drive a "Silvia". __________________ S13 Vert \| SR \| PE1420 \| 5-Speed \| 15x9.5 - 0 \|

08-22-2014, 11:39 PM	#1638
kingkilburn Philosopher King Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: FresYes Posts: 3,041 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Did we suddenly forget how dangerous and weird dirt track races are? Who really thought direct drive, giant stagger, and a huge wing over the windshield was a good idea? Not having wipers and a windshield is pretty low on the list of shit that's wrong with those cars. __________________ G O L D E N B E A R R E P U B L I C

08-23-2014, 10:45 AM	#1640
5280VertDET Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Denver Age: 37 Posts: 2,052 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	That's actually sweet as hell! __________________ S13 Vert \| SR \| PE1420 \| 5-Speed \| 15x9.5 - 0 \|

08-22-2014, 08:46 PM	#1628
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	This safety debate is fucking stupid. Don't like safety regulations? Don't participate in motorsports. EVERY motorsport has safety regulations. Drifting organizations are just too relaxed. Nobody's saying you need a FIA spec roll cage, fire system, full fire suit, hans device, etc to participate. Functioning stock safety equipment is fine for non-tandem runs. A windshield is just stupid to not have installed. Off road/circle track guys don't run them because the debris that gets kicked up would likely crack them and/or gather up on the windshield to the point where you can't see. That is CLEARLY not safe. Those guys do have wire mesh in place of the windshield to protect them from debris though. I grew up at SCCA events. Being raised in that environment I take safety VERY seriously. All of the participants need to realize that they are taking their lives in their hands when participating in ANY form of motorsport. You can run off and DIE at ANY corner, on ANY track, at ANY time. Those of us that are exposed to these facts learn to respect them. The drift retards think it's all a game, "it's just fun". The reality is that it is NOT just fun. You're taking your life in your hands and it's NOT a game. This is serious shit and you MUST understand and respect the consequences.

08-22-2014, 09:12 PM	#1632
yetijeff Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Corona Ca Age: 31 Posts: 765 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	there is some true retard on the schassis fb page. I just got done trying to convince some kid trading his beemer for "180sx" (rhd converted hatch) was a shitty idea. he still thinks its a real 180. I have no hope...

08-22-2014, 09:15 PM	#1633
yetijeff Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Corona Ca Age: 31 Posts: 765 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	nevermind hes in Canada haha

08-22-2014, 09:43 PM	#1636
Matej Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: N/A Posts: 9,423 Trader Rating: (39) Feedback Score: 39 reviews	Drift cars should only have fake cages.

08-22-2014, 09:54 PM	#1637
kikcaffine Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Marietta, Ga Posts: 713 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews

08-23-2014, 10:28 AM	#1639
oldschoolsilvia Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Richardson, TX Age: 32 Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	This can be all yours for $2500 http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/4624518137.html

08-23-2014, 10:59 AM	#1641
aga Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Athens, Greece Age: 43 Posts: 580 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	someone can buy this and go crush all the doing-it-wrong 240sx's oh wait...they might actually like the ain'tcare look afterwards "do some treadmarks on mine too bro" __________________ My Build

08-23-2014, 01:10 PM	#1643
5280VertDET Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Denver Age: 37 Posts: 2,052 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	__________________ S13 Vert \| SR \| PE1420 \| 5-Speed \| 15x9.5 - 0 \|

08-23-2014, 01:24 PM	#1644
PIEMAN909 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	People who call their 240s Silvias are all doing it wrong. __________________

08-23-2014, 03:23 PM	#1647
danshaz Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Chicago Posts: 339 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	better than most that have this theme, but still real ugly. and i enjoy how they think they found the address of whoever runs the style police IG.

08-23-2014, 04:59 PM	#1648
tricky_ab Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: It's dark, and hell is hot! Posts: 9,413 Trader Rating: (23) Feedback Score: 23 reviews	Are they still seriously trying to figure it out? Hahaha yeah I'm keeping my mouth shut. But keep looking guys! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram Back for round two... 4 doors this time around...

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