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How difficult is it to get good at drifting?
I just watched this guy's drift series, he has 7 or so vids of him drifting from start to present. And he's already entered into one "pro" event. And this is on a stock KA24DE in an S14
And yet, another guy I've seen has a turbo'd KA24DE and he's not as impressive. How long does it take to get good and how likely is it that it happens? I mean, what separates the 1st guy from the 2nd guy I mentioned? Is it just a natural ability to pick up drifting? Or is it more about the setup? I ask because if its about the set up, I'm going into my first drift event with a 100% stock S14 with the exception of a welded diff. Will this benefit me in learning to drift? Or will it mess me up since I'm driving on stock suspension and crappy tires? |
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oh yes oh yes oh yes
Ok, I guess you answered the basic version of my question that I sort of already knew. But what about the other one? How long does it take to improve? Can everyone be a pro drifter with enough seat time? Or do some pick it up faster than others? Can some not pick it up at all and suck at drifting their entire life? |
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Dont be some sorry ass that rely on power alone, learn skill. Try ride alongs with actual good drifters, learn technique, push yourself don't be afraid, it's all mental practice and stay Positive Have fun, laugh when you mess up or spin out! I've seen many come n go because they got "fed up at drifting" so now you know.
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Not always true if you have a shitty setup.
For example, my best friend was drifting his SR coupe that had a bad alignment and a few small issues and he was spinning out all day and couldnt get it right. Then I let him drive my VH S14 and he killed it, linked the whole course and his line was on point. But the way I see it is, it's like any other sport. Either you got it or you don't, practice obviously helps, but some people will just be good at it naturally.. My best advice for drifting is to not be a pussy, go fast!
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learn how to read and drive a proper race line as well. too many dudes say some lines are 'not possible' because they dont have 800hp, and then the NAKA dude goes and kills it because he understands line and how to not get too much angle at the wrong times, slowing you down.
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Yeah Sam is pretty cool. He's just done an SR swap now, did you know that?
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Drift Idiot Day 8: The Great Equalizer - YouTube |
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Smartest part of that video was having the windows down managing to save the mirror glass. What matters is he had fun regardless of his skill level.
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THIS. I have always had a passion for cars, and as soon as I got my license, I would just be out driving. And not hardcore driving, just cruising. Because driving is fun to me. I cant keep a drift or manji or anything, but I can slide through corners well and I have fun doing it. So I can care less about being "good" if Im having fun.
But to answer your question, practice does make perfect. Go out to your local skid pad or drift event, and just have fun. Most of the people aren't gonna call you a noob or make fun of you, they'll help you man.
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KA ALL THE WAY
100 dod steveo in car - YouTube just grow balls, dont care if you crash, and youll improve your skill. if you care about the car, dont drift it. |
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![]() Anyways, practice will help you. You could drift any setup you want if you have experience and skill. Keep practicing and don't let anyone bash on you just because you got a KA24DE. Upgrade your suspension as soon as you can, though. |
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So why is it so important to upgrade the suspension if its the driver not the car? I've heard people say what you've said, but never any reasons. I understand upgraded suspension gives a stiffer ride, but what does that achieve for drifting?
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BANNED
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You're 19 and joined June 2012. Why u new?
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The welded diff will be only helpful if you have gotten used to it for driving everyday. Secondly, It all depends on the amount of practice you get, under what condition, and under what supervision. I'm not talking supervision for safety, what i mean is that you need to have someone there helping you along the way. You need to find someone that actually knows what they're doing to help out and show you some tips. Don't try it on the street or whatever your friends told you to do. Enter an event and fail, but don't make an idiot of yourself. You will learn. |
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Lol!!
Watch every video of Intial D and BAM!!! You are a OG Drift Super Star. And a honorary member of the Akina Speed Stars!
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Watch every video of Intial D and BAM!!! You are a OG Drift Super Star. And a honorary member of the Akina Speed Stars![/QUOTE]
dude it sounds funny but i learned some entry techniques from initial D lmao. |
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