New to drifting? - Drifting forum

**James** · 07-09-2005, 15:33

Are you new to Drifting?
Do you want to find out more about the sport or how to get involved, but aren't sure about asking what seem like simple questions about the basics?
This is the place for you

In this 'New to Drifting' forum section there is no such thing as a stupid question, so ask away and we'll do our best to give you a sensible helpful answer about getting started

Cheers

Big Dave · 07-09-2005, 15:52

Thank god for that i need this alot.

gary325 · 27-09-2005, 13:08

hows things??
is there a performance diff i can get for my e36. its a 318is. there s an open diff in it so drifting is quite difficult unless its wet. i was thinking of welding it but i use the car everyday for going to college.

Joe · 27-09-2005, 13:29

M3 diff is your best bet and prob the handy option

tuna · 30-09-2005, 12:09

I have just bought an mr2 turbo its great fun just want to know if its possible to get it out and hold it? Iv had it out but i dunno what to do then apart from steer the other way. Think i steer the other way to much any tips would be appreciated thanx! Oh yer GREAT site

TurboTrueno · 03-10-2005, 02:22

I am Completly new to drifting, I live in America and am not sure if there are that many good american drifters. I mean I know the basics of drifting. But I need to know some good drifters that are affordable and either available for cheap import or found in america... I know I sound pathetic but I don't have the money for anything too pricey and I need to keep damage to a minimum. :-)

Phantom Mark · 18-10-2005, 22:36

Can anyone advise on the cars I can transplant a LSD from to fit a '93 E36 325i ?

Im told I can only get one from a M3 or 328 Sport so far ?

Thanks

EDnovaStarlet · 08-11-2005, 16:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by James

Are you new to Drifting?
Do you want to find out more about the sport or how to get involved, but aren't sure about asking what seem like simple questions about the basics?
This is the place for you

In this 'New to Drifting' forum section there is no such thing as a stupid question, so ask away and we'll do our best to give you a sensible helpful answer about getting started

Cheers

Ok so I've decided on a 200 sx 1990 S13, it's got exhaust (inc de-cat), induction & front "N" rear top strut braces Plus a re-map. I've never done drifting apart from getting the arse out in my front wheel drive motors in the past with lots of lift off over steer.
QUESTION:

Do I jump straight in a get a S14 rear diff with LSD in it or a after market Quife unit/simlar to put in mine???

Just a little worried of my diff going bang or just one wheel lighting up etc...!

Answers on a post card please!

datsun_turbo · 13-11-2005, 20:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by tuna

I have just bought an mr2 turbo its great fun just want to know if its possible to get it out and hold it? Iv had it out but i dunno what to do then apart from steer the other way. Think i steer the other way to much any tips would be appreciated thanx! Oh yer GREAT site

Your car is mid engined so it has a lot of weight at the rear, you will have to be quicker with the throttle and steering to avoid spining it. There are some good tips to drive these cars on Keichi tsuchia's "Drift Bible" dvd. availible at the driftworks shop. (free plug)

or maybe consider a drift skool/academy event.

#1 Adam · 29-11-2005, 15:42

Hi guy's

Im totally new to drifting but im keen to learn how to master the sideways action. I've recently bought a 200sx s13 and im in the process modding it upto stage 3. As this is my road car aswell i dont want to turn this car into a PURE drift car but i still want to be able to do drift days.

Ive got a set of apex springs to start with while i keep on the look out for a set of coil overs. Will i need a LSD? Also what is the best way for a novice to get into drifting? Drift academy? or turn up for a drift day and practice??

Any help is appreciated

Euge · 29-11-2005, 15:51

Hi Adam, I recommend going to one of Drift UKs practice events. friendly instructors available there all day to give you a helping hand. Terry is a top guy. check out www.driftuk.co.uk for info or www.driftskool.co.uk

An LSD is essential for drift, I would reccomend a good 2 way aftermarket LSD. The Kaaz ones the driftworks boys are selling are just the job at a very good price!

#1 Adam · 29-11-2005, 23:00

Thanks Euge, i'll do that. It looks like ive got a few more mods to make before i can start drifting but im nearly there. I'll check out the up n coming events and make some deadlines!

Pesh · 17-12-2005, 14:18

Whats the difference between a welded diff and an LSD?

cumracing · 29-12-2005, 15:56

hi new to site and drifting so help is most wanted does any no a easy engine transplant for my e36 316i bmw need more power and would i need gearbox etc..

buff ballz · 13-01-2006, 00:14

i need some adivice

vgiex · 13-01-2006, 06:09

Hello guys! Good to be here! I am new to drifting and just learning the basics for now. I just got my Nissan 240...not yet a flagship car but it is good for newbie. Let all enjoy drifting.

Gear up with this Drifting T-shirt:
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Drifting-T-shirt_...QQcmdZViewItem

DARKEST_HOUR · 13-01-2006, 18:14

I am looking for Drifting illustration's, i forgot where i found them l ast time It shows the lines,braking ect.need it for school project

Batfink · 13-01-2006, 18:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by DARKEST_HOUR

I am looking for Drifting illustration's, i forgot where i found them l ast time It shows the lines,braking ect.need it for school project

I would like to see some of these as well.

Batfink · 13-01-2006, 18:18

How 'bout these mate.

http://www.drifting.ru/http/DriftDiagrams.htm

DARKEST_HOUR · 13-01-2006, 19:15

Yup those !!

Thanks !

07-09-2005, 15:33	#1 (permalink)
James ADMINISTRATOR Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Birmingham UK Posts: 7,165	New to drifting? Are you new to Drifting? Do you want to find out more about the sport or how to get involved, but aren't sure about asking what seem like simple questions about the basics? This is the place for you In this 'New to Drifting' forum section there is no such thing as a stupid question, so ask away and we'll do our best to give you a sensible helpful answer about getting started Cheers

07-09-2005, 15:52	#2 (permalink)
Big Dave dorifto kingu! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nuneaton Posts: 571	Thank god for that i need this alot. Last edited by Big Dave : 07-09-2005 at 15:55.

30-09-2005, 12:09	#5 (permalink)
tuna gripper Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1	hi there I have just bought an mr2 turbo its great fun just want to know if its possible to get it out and hold it? Iv had it out but i dunno what to do then apart from steer the other way. Think i steer the other way to much any tips would be appreciated thanx! Oh yer GREAT site

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vgiex gripper Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 1	Aye Hello guys! Good to be here! I am new to drifting and just learning the basics for now. I just got my Nissan 240...not yet a flagship car but it is good for newbie. Let all enjoy drifting. Gear up with this Drifting T-shirt: http://cgi.ebay.ca/Drifting-T-shirt_...QQcmdZViewItem

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27-09-2005, 13:08	#3 (permalink)
gary325 gripper Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Cork, home of watergrasshill! Posts: 14	hows things?? is there a performance diff i can get for my e36. its a 318is. there s an open diff in it so drifting is quite difficult unless its wet. i was thinking of welding it but i use the car everyday for going to college.

27-09-2005, 13:29	#4 (permalink)
Joe Toyota's best-Ae86-Jza80 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kilkenny,Ireland Posts: 584	M3 diff is your best bet and prob the handy option

03-10-2005, 02:22	#6 (permalink)
TurboTrueno gripper Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New York Posts: 10	I am Completly new to drifting, I live in America and am not sure if there are that many good american drifters. I mean I know the basics of drifting. But I need to know some good drifters that are affordable and either available for cheap import or found in america... I know I sound pathetic but I don't have the money for anything too pricey and I need to keep damage to a minimum. :-)

18-10-2005, 22:36	#7 (permalink)
Phantom Mark gripper Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Lincoln - UK Posts: 5	Can anyone advise on the cars I can transplant a LSD from to fit a '93 E36 325i ? Im told I can only get one from a M3 or 328 Sport so far ? Thanks

29-11-2005, 15:42	#10 (permalink)
#1 Adam doughnutter Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 66	Hi guy's Im totally new to drifting but im keen to learn how to master the sideways action. I've recently bought a 200sx s13 and im in the process modding it upto stage 3. As this is my road car aswell i dont want to turn this car into a PURE drift car but i still want to be able to do drift days. Ive got a set of apex springs to start with while i keep on the look out for a set of coil overs. Will i need a LSD? Also what is the best way for a novice to get into drifting? Drift academy? or turn up for a drift day and practice?? Any help is appreciated

29-11-2005, 15:51	#11 (permalink)
Euge -NIGHTSPIRIT PIMP DADDY- Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 3,741	Hi Adam, I recommend going to one of Drift UKs practice events. friendly instructors available there all day to give you a helping hand. Terry is a top guy. check out www.driftuk.co.uk for info or www.driftskool.co.uk An LSD is essential for drift, I would reccomend a good 2 way aftermarket LSD. The Kaaz ones the driftworks boys are selling are just the job at a very good price!

29-11-2005, 23:00	#12 (permalink)
#1 Adam doughnutter Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 66	Thanks Euge, i'll do that. It looks like ive got a few more mods to make before i can start drifting but im nearly there. I'll check out the up n coming events and make some deadlines!

17-12-2005, 14:18	#13 (permalink)
Pesh spl dori master Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Heathrow Posts: 358	Whats the difference between a welded diff and an LSD?

29-12-2005, 15:56	#14 (permalink)
cumracing gripper Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: gillingham Posts: 3	hi new to site and drifting so help is most wanted does any no a easy engine transplant for my e36 316i bmw need more power and would i need gearbox etc..

13-01-2006, 00:14	#15 (permalink)
buff ballz gripper Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 1	i need some adivice

13-01-2006, 18:14	#17 (permalink)
DARKEST_HOUR touge runner Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Walnut,CA,USA Posts: 176	I am looking for Drifting illustration's, i forgot where i found them l ast time It shows the lines,braking ect.need it for school project

13-01-2006, 18:18	#19 (permalink)
Batfink dorifto kingu! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NORWICH. Posts: 1,094	How 'bout these mate. http://www.drifting.ru/http/DriftDiagrams.htm

13-01-2006, 19:15	#20 (permalink)
DARKEST_HOUR touge runner Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Walnut,CA,USA Posts: 176	Yup those !! Thanks !