Common drift problems

[thesimpleS13]

HI guys, I searched all over and couldn't find to much. I was wondering what are some common problems you'll encounter with drifting ( Engine, transmission, other problems) . I want to be able to fix these problems without going to a mechanic. If you could please give me some information. Thanks Nico!

[adrianfromthecastle]

for some reason, the rear tires get bald quicker, but i dunno, i guess thats just me

[hkssupratt1994]

stop being a douche bag to all the newbies,you gotta start somewhere.

[adrianfromthecastle]

stop being a douche bag to all the newbies,you gotta start somewhere.

i was just fukin around.but c'mon tho... its kinda common sense when you think about it? only thing i can think of is broken rocker arms on SR's... due to over rev, but that can be prevented with rocker arm stoppers

[hkssupratt1994]

**** that another thing i have to worry about when i get the swap?how much are the stoppers and are they easy to put on?

[adrianfromthecastle]

**** that another thing i have to worry about when i get the swap?how much are the stoppers and are they easy to put on?

just search it, i haven done it yet... i plan to tho. its not something to seriously worry about unless your constantly high reving near redline... other than that, just be able to control your rpm's. drifting has its wear and tear affects on engines just like any other forms of racing. the only difference here is you purposely fuk up your tires. just make sure you maintain your engine properly... sht happens for a reason(s)

[~4N~]

My clutch crumbled into pieces, because I was dumb, but I have improved my technique since then.

[hayaimoto]

Here are some of my checklists before I go sliding, maybe it might help.1. make sure there's proper oil levels (car sliding around and can cause oil starvation to the pickup area)2. make sure you have all your fluids check (coolent,brake fluid, clutch fluid etc)3. make sure power steering belt is tight and not torn4. make sure there is "meat" on the rear tires, (dont want a blow out)

Thats pretty much my main concerns, but drifting puts the car at extreme wear so anything can happen.

Have fun@!

[nzmoman]

im not a drifter but as Ive been to practice sessions I notice that alot of people get overzealous and crank up the boost. then of course turbos will blow.

I also have seen undereflated tires shred to hell.

I also hear lots of beginners talk about overheating.

and I have heard...not really known anybody to back this up, but worn bushing can alter your alignment during a day out on the course.

but like I said...I go straight

[~4N~]

It's good to have some extra cooling, such as aftermarket fans. It is easier to overheat the engine, since you're not going that fast (usually), and cars are designed to have the air flow in through the front, but there's not much air flowing in through the front when you're going sideways.Although my car has been staying nice and cool with just a radiator so far, I'm still planning on adding some fans one day.I've also seen a guy snap a tie rod, hit a barrier, and flip the car. He was understeering, and instead of braking, he though he could power over it and straighten out.So when you start understeering, stop, don't snap a tie rod.

[exode]

zerothread/221847

Thats how to install Rocker Arm Stoppers. Very easy job.

[epoch707]

Rack and pinion and lower control arms; especially if you hit a curb. Just in general your suspension is put under a lot of stress.

When I watched the extra features of tokyo drift I think they said that they were on their 8th transmission for that rx-7 but I don't think anyone here will be drifting that much