OUR BUILDS
NISSAN 240SX S13
"Svetlana"
Team Hansen has put together an impressive drift car build! Here's a summary of the key features and components of a winning Pro Spec car:
Horsepower: 1020 horsepower to the wheels
Build Timeline: Constructed from a bare S13 coupe chassis during the COVID-19 pandemic by Rudy Hansen
Nickname: "Mail Order Bride Svetlana" due to being assembled piece by piece through the mail.
Engine: LS3 MAST Motor engine with forced induction for extra power.
Supercharger: Magnuson 2650 LSX
AN Fittings: Color Fittings
Wiring: Motec plus Link ECU assembled by MFT Solutions out of Boise, ID bringing high performance wiring, tuning and virtual track support.
Antigravity Powered: The lightest, most powerful and technologically advanced Lithium-ion battery on the market with a Built-in Jump start saving us 70% in battery weight and incressing the cold cranking amps to over 1,500.
Transmission: G-Force dog box transmission. Dog box transmissions are known for their quick and precise gear changes, making them ideal for racing and drifting.
Fuel System: Fuel Lab brushless pumps and quick service surge tank keeps the car running flawlessly on Ignite Red e90.
Advanced Clutch Technology system helps enhance the car's drivability and control during drifting. It allows the driver to engage and disengage the power from the engine to the wheels more precisely, enabling smoother and more controlled drifts.
Suspension: Feal suspension. High-quality suspension components are crucial for maintaining control during drifts.
Angle Kit: Wisefab V3 angle kit. Wisefab is known for producing angle kits that allow for extreme steering angles, crucial for drifting.
Cage: Cage Kits FD spec with Nascar style door bars S13 coupe kit.
Interior: NRG seats, seat belts, and steering components. Safety and comfort in the cockpit are essential for the driver.
Body Kit: KBD body kit. Body kits enhance the aerodynamics and appearance of the car, and KBD is known for producing aftermarket body kits. 2F Performance doors and truck provides lightweight body parts for optimal speed.
Wheels: Stage wheels. The choice of wheels can significantly impact a car's performance and appearance.
Livery: Sixbelow Designs
Holley Performance Bell Housing and scatter shield.
Fan system Derale Performance
SuperDawg
Super Dawg, Chellee's competitive drift car, an impressive machine with a range of performance and customization upgrades. S13 Hatch.
Chevrolet LS 3 Aluminum Block Swapped Motor: The Chevrolet LS3 engine is known for its power and reliability. The aluminum block variant helps reduce weight while maintaining strength. This engine swap likely provides a significant boost in horsepower and torque compared to the stock engine.
Makes 440 horse power to the wheels.
Antigravity Powered. The lightest, most powerful and technologically advanced Lithium-ion battery on the market with a Built-in Jump start saving us 70% in battery weight and incressing the cold cranking amps to over 1,500.
G-Force Dog Box Transmission: A dog box transmission is a specialized gearbox designed for quick and precise gear shifts, which is crucial in drift racing where control and speed are essential.
Wisefab Angle Kit: Wisefab angle kits are popular in drifting for improving steering angle and overall handling. They allow for extreme steering angles, enabling the driver to initiate and control drifts more effectively.
Feal Suspension: Upgrading to Feal suspension components typically improves the car's handling and ride quality. Adjustable dampers and other features can be tuned to suit the specific needs of a drift car.
NRG Seats, Seat Belts, and Steering: NRG Innovations is known for producing high-quality racing seats, seat belts, and steering wheels. These components enhance safety and driver control.
KBD Body Kit: A KBD body kit includes custom aftermarket body panels, bumpers, that not only enhance the car's appearance but also provide durability that drifting requires.
Stage Wheels and Zeknova Tires: Aftermarket wheels and tires are crucial for grip and control in drifting. Stage wheels are known for their durability and performance. Zeknova tires are specialized tires designed for drifting with the right balance of grip and slip.
The combination of power, handling, and aesthetics makes it a formidable contender in the world of drift racing.
Honey Butter
Team Hansen's "Honey Butter" is an impressive competitive drift car built by Rudy and Chellee for the 2023 season. Here's a breakdown of some of its key features and specifications:
The lightweight car was built from a bare S13 hatch chassis that was sitting in their orchard collection.
Horsepower: 380 horsepower to the wheel
Motor: It features a Chevrolet LS1 swapped motor. LS1 engines are known for their reliability and ability to produce substantial power, making them popular choices for engine swaps in drift cars.
Antigravity Powered. The lightest, most powerful and technologically advanced Lithium-ion battery on the market with a Built-in Jump start saving us 70% in battery weight and incressing the cold cranking amps to over 1,500.
Transmission: The car is equipped with a G-Force dog box transmission. Dog box transmissions are known for quick and precise shifting, which is crucial in competitive drifting.
Suspension: It's fitted with a Wisefab angle kit and Feal suspension. These components are designed to provide maximum control and adjustability, allowing the driver to achieve extreme angles during drifts.
Cage: Cage Kits S13 hatch FD spec kit.
Seating: NRG seats, seat belts, and steering components are installed for safety and driver comfort. Good seating and harnesses are essential in high-performance vehicles.
Body Kit: The KBD body kit not only enhances the car's appearance but also provides durability from the abuse of drifting.
Wheels and Tires: The Stage wheels provide rad style and Zeknova tires are chosen for their grip and durability, important factors for a drift car.
Future Upgrades: Plans to upgrade the motor and add a blower (supercharger or turbocharger) "Honey Butter" is already a formidable machine and is built for even more power and performance in the future.
Overall, "Honey Butter" is a well-prepared drift car with a focus on power, control, style and adaptability, making it a strong contender in competitive drifting events. After the motor upgrade this will become Chellee's Pro Spec car.