TRENT HODKINSON NISSAN SILVIA (S14)

WHANGAREI

NZPC: Why this chassis and engine combo?

Trent: I quite like the look of the facelift S14; I was drawn to it. Didn’t always want one but it popped up and I quite liked the look. Because 2JZ are sick, why wouldn’t you? With the threelitre capacity offering the torque and decent power while being reliable, it made me want to use one. The car was a shell with a cage in it when I got it, so it was an open platform to choose from.

What is it about drifting that brings you here?

The adrenalin. It’s nervous-as going out, but once you get around that first corner, it’s bloody awesome. Passengers have a blast, too, when you take them out.

Do you have any future plans for the car?

Eventually I want to get in D1 and compete. But for now, get some seat time in at grassroots events and have some fun.

SPECS

ENGINE: Toyota 2JZ-GTE, 2998cc, sixcylinder; custom Holset HX40 turbo, 1000cc injectors, Fenix radiator, Fenix intercooler,

Fenix oil cooler, PRP R35 GTR coil kit, Link G4+ Storm, twin Aeroflow fuel pumps, Turbosmart blow-off valve, Turbosmart wastegate, ARP head studs, ARP rod bolts

DRIVELINE: HGT sequential, GT-R 6x1 LSD, Wilwood pedal box, Wilwood front calipers,

R32 GTS-T rear calipers

WHEELS/TYRES: (F) 18x10.5-inch (-13) Work Emotion CR2P Stancenation edition, Achilles 123, (R) 18x10.5-inch (+15) Work Emotion CR2P Stancenation edition, 235/40R18 SUSPENSION: Tein coilovers, EDFC damping, 555 lock kit

POWER: 410kW on 19psi

FUEL TYPE: E85