X-Mas Drift Video

Not my best run and far from my usual level of driving. I am still sorting out the car as you can see from the entry and lack of angle. After the event was over I immediately got to work making some steering angle mods and sorting out the suspension a bit more. The ride looks very soft but it actually was very quick to respond and ate up all the defects in the track surface. I <3 my Ohlins CST's. I've ordered ZG flares and have a new set of wheels on the car to help with the offset I need to get the right amount of steering angle I'll have updates on that soon. Until then enjoy the video!

Wide Band Install

I actually did this install quite some time ago but I forgot to share.

Inovate LC-1 wideband controller with blue led gauge face. After striping the casing off the gauge I was able to make a mount to place it in the factory clock location. You can also see the lighting in the gauges and hvac controls all red leds.

Justin's Pictures from X-Mas Drift 3

Big thanks to Justin for these amazing pictures!!

See the full gallery here: http://www.desertimports.com/events/xmasdrift3/index.html also check out Justin's website at: http://www.desertimports.com

Malcolm's Pics from X-Mas Drift 3

X-Mas Drift 3 - Inagural event for the JZX90

I usher everyone I know to come check this out. If you have a car you can drift this is the event to go to! Even though the cage isn't finished and some other parts still haven't arrived. I've almost finished the tune on my car and I will be there driving regardless! Come check it out!!

X90 Gets a Roll Cage!!

I spent the entire weekend and Monday hanging out with Drew from RAW Innovations building the roll cage in the X90. Drew is one of the best fabricators I know and has been an AMAZING sponsor for the car. I recommend anyone who needs any sort of metal work to contact him. Here are some teaser photos:

Raw Footage

I was digging through my old computer and found some raw footage we took with the old car after I got back from Long Beach on a private closed course. This was all on stock twins at 314hp. The goal was to edit it into some badassery but it never happened. So I figured I would share the footage. If anyone wants the original stuff to play with making a video for me I would be happy to share and promote your skills!










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To hot for the fuzz

Check out this story on my buddies blog:
http://pharcydephotography.blogspot.com/2009/09/too-jdm-for-fuzz.html

Sticker Design

I'm no expert in photo shop but I would like to generate a graphic design for the car using my sponsors logo's.

Here is a good side shot. Please let me know if you have any ideas!! :D

Here is a car I think looks pretty awesome:

Here is my old grafix package, which I didn't really like:

The number placard is required on the door.

Official CoupesFAIL Wallpaper!

Here is a wallpaper I made from Sunday's Fun. Click the Image to bring up full size version then right click and "save as". Yes, I know a Mustang weaseled his way in but with 460hp and a kick ass owner I felt obligated :P

Enjoy!

Wide Screen Monitor:

Standard Monitor: 

Caught on Film?

It seem's I was caught on film a couple weekends ago when I took the X90 out to a local "practice" meet to give the car a good shake down and just figure her out and what she may need. Body roll, lack of power, heat soaking all became apparent. Although I did get some good entries keep in mind that this is my FIRST time drifting this car. The car is light years ahead of my last and yet so far behind at the same time. I can't wait to get her up to par as she will be a force to be reckoned with. Also check out Harry tearing it up. He's come along way. Shows you can teach an old dog new tricks ;) MUCH <3

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Malcolm is at it again...

Here is a sneak peek at some of Malcolm's recent photo's

Reflecting on Red Bull

With all the drifting season's coming to a close and Pro Qualifiers coming up quick I've been reflecting on Pro-Am Nationals @ Red Bull's World Drifting Championship in Long Beach. It was probably the most fun and intense experience I've ever had drifting. Surrounded by some of the best drifters in the world. Running a course set up to be one of the fastest and most dangerous ever imagined. Over all the whole experience was top notch. I had many very good friends and sponsors attend with me, even my father showed up. Despite the fact that it didn't pan out due to a very hard wall hit from faulty steering components, I still had the most fun, most exzillerating weekend of my life. To all those who qualified or will be trying again this year: Watch out I'll be back in full force and you'll see the entry speed and angle I was attempting at Red Bull will be repeated, this time not to be thwarted by mechanical failures.

Speed Hunter's Coverage | More Speed Hunter's Coverage

A Post is no good with out pictures or video's so I've included a dozen of my favorites!


Redbull Drifting World Championship through the eyes of Joshua Herron



Redbull Drifting Championship by Joshua Herron

Photoshoot

Big thanks to Malcolm for taking these pictures! Check out his MySpace page

And of course my lovely Gail, who did her thing :D I'm a lucky guy.

Right after the shoot I backed my car into a grassy spot that have a 2 ft deep hole hidden inside! After trying for an hour to get the car out I finally called J-Rat to help!

Krayton's car

He decided to take the wing off o_O What do you guys think?

Alignment Round 2

Special Thanks to Jerry @ Brake Masters. He's a good freind and let me play with their awesome alignment rack!

Front:

Caster 5.5 deg.

Camber -3.6 deg

Total Toe -1.0 deg

Rear:

Camber -1.0 deg

Total Toe 1.0 deg

Solid is always better then flasid.

Got a full day in of working on the car and helping my buddy Krayton who took most of the snaps. Pretty good if I must say so. Thats his car in the background :D

Just finished up the test arms for the JZX90/81 chassis. 1x0.120 DOM w/ Forged/Carbon Kevlar lined rod ends! A full set goes for $600 if anyone else wants some!



Also Test fit my old 18x12's but decided I don't want to go that aggressive with this build. I'm trying for a cleaner look:


Don't mind the ride height, just got done working on the car and the suspension had not settled yet and it's very dirty from all the rains lately.


Also decided on aero: