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COVER CARFast Facts: Nissan180SX RPS13 (Sileighty)ENGINESR20DET, HKS 2835 Pro RTurbocharger, Splitfire Direct Ignition,HKS Cam Shaft Step 1 264°, GarageR Custom Intercooler, Blitz Radiator,HKS Blowoff Valve, HKS Wastegate,Sard Fuel Regulator, Nismo 740cc FuelInjectors, HKS Direct Air Filter, Garage RCustom Exhaust ManifoldDRIVETRAINNismo Coppermix Clutch/Fly Wheel Kit,Nismo 2-way LSD, PPG Dog BoxAs with any other competitivemotorsport, much tinkering has tobe done to the handling department.For the Sileighty, stiffer and thick barswere introduced to reduce body rolland adjustable links and arms allowfor minute adjustments to camber,toe and caster. Of course, the goodpeople at Stamford Tyres only wantedthe best for Felix hence wrappedaround Gram Lights 57D rims aregrippy Falken RT615K rubbers.To some, the interior might seema tad claustrophobic. The mix of aCusco rollcage and the car’s low roofline may seem unwelcoming but onceyou’re nested comfortably in the Bridebucket seat, you’ll feel right at home.Necessities are to your left and theyinclude HKS gauges, a F-Con V ProECU and an EVC boost controller. Thefifth wheel of choice is one from Italianmanufacturer Nardi and the quality isof course second to none.Making it PossibleDrifting competitively is somethingbeyond the reach of many. Thelack of funds and technical supportthat workshops can provide oftenprove to be ever-present stumblingblock. Fortunately in Felix’s case, thesupport he has gotten from Garage R,Stamford Tyres and Lye Designs hasenabled him to participate actively inthis sport on a competitive level.“Stamford Tyres has been mostgenerous in providing sponsorshipof tyres. Being my main sponsor,they have allowed me to perform andrepresent Stamford Tyres in manyevents. They are a constant supportin all my drifting events and sessions.And I am truly grateful for all theirunwavering faith in me. HKS GarageR’s excellent technical supportand expertise has also made meextremely pleased with how my S13runs and last but not least, the spotweldingand body work done by LyeDesign is flawless and far exceededmy expectations.”UNDERCARRIAGEGP Sports Knuckle Kit, Project U BrakePads, Nissan GTR32 Brakes, CuscoTower Bar Front and Rear, CuscoStabiliser, Cusco Tension Rod, CuscoLink & Arms, Ikeya Formula Tie Rods,HKS Hipermax D Suspension, HKS2-way Castor Camber Kit, Gram Lights57D, Falken RT615KCABINNardi Steering Wheel, HKS RaceMeters, Bride Bucket Seats, Sabelt 5Point Harness, HKS F-Con V Pro, C’sShort Stroke Shifter, HKS EVC BoostController, Cusco Roll CageEXTERIOROrigin Front/Rear Bumper and SideSkirt, C-West GT-Wing, Lye DesignsCustom Front and Rear Flare Body,Falken Tire LiveryEXHAUSTGarage R Custom 3” Exhaust SystemSafety is always a priority08 JULY