When I first started drifting (DDAY4), I had alot to learn. every time I went back to Ocala (DDAY5 + Private Event) I learned even more. I learned what it takes, and what I was/am doing wrong. I still am not that good (I lack consistentcy), but you know what, I'm getting better. The people I hate most are 'sideline' judges. The people I admire most are those willing to 'guide' others.

With that thought, I expect Enjuku to do so-so at there first event or 2, but after they get accustom to the pace of Formula D, I expect them to excel, and to get much better throughout the year, maybe even placing in the top 3.

Why did Enjuku get the sponsorships? Becuase they should the willingness to put forward the effort. Sponsors don't car as much about drivers as they do about coverage. Enjuku offered them coverage. Who will NOT be talking about the Enjuku Twins and Tow Rig? Hello?

As far as my honest, and true feelings.... I'm still upset that Jay Levan was left out. I feel Jay Levan is probably one of the best drivers in the Southeast, hands down. If you put him in a fully configured drift machine, I think he'd amaze everybody.

But seeing as how I do not have a say in Enjuku's decision (and it's there decision), I can only hope the best in the future for Jay.

As far as the 'sucessfulness' of Enjuku's drift venture (as it pertains to their business), Enjuku has won a new customer in me, and I've dropped about $1500 with them in the past 1-2 months. I think there 'free' track side tire mounting sealed the deal.

Now, for all you sideline drifters....Have you registered for DDAY6 yet, because I do not want to see it cancelled.

Charles

 

chales and everyone with the POSITIVE feed back is correct.....they are the only ones to go and do it...they will NOT because there vision was to get sponsored and make formula d , that is acomplished as of now , rob and matt both have great skills, have in mind it is not easy to drift any vehicule and like charles said consistency is key, lets watch and learn from there eforts in trying to excell in this sport


enjuku has been i think one of the only after market parts retailer that heard our crys two years ago when we had to wait month for parts and it would take years to biuld our cars, now the cry is out for more tracks , more seat time........wich dg trails is ofering and no one takes......before we critizes some one or a entety for there views on future accomplishments and grabing the bull from the horns, lets support them .
if you have nothing good to say dont say anything for a buisness to be in buisness for so long i do think they know what they are doing........charles i think we'll see each other at the next private event.....

 

i like drifting but ocala isnt fun

seat time is seat time.. or something similar..
but 90$ can buy lots of beer.. and thats..

yah ok. enjukus going to show your motherr whats up
if not, like i said
i will personally punch them in the face
thats no lie

 

Faith.

There is faith in Enjuku, faith in the cars, and faith in the drivers. You think that these huge egos will be crushed, what huge egos? Personally im scared of all this, scared of having a car that will not fail. why? because if the car isnt the problem, then there is no excuse if I fail. Im scared that Ill be way outclassed by guys who've been pro for the last year or two. Lets not even get into Japan, which has been doing this for longer than we've been doing import drag.

Yet, I goto a shop every weekend to work on a car, that IMHO, seems to be better built than most other vehicles Ive seen competing. Im surrounded by a team and owners that are pleasant, respectable, and work well together. And then theres me. As the days fly by, and we're down to 3 weeks before NJ, I get more scared. Then, that fear subsides, and I look forward to it. Im not in this to win right now, Im in this to become a great driver. And I will, I have no doubt in my mind.

So let the naysayers continue to be from the sidelines, it honestly matters little in the long run. I no longer fear failing....i cant wait to get started learning.

 

is that the "ego" that was referred to earlier? Sounds to me like theyve got the right attitude about this whole thing

 

leggo my ego

 

i'm tring to go out there with alot less then Enjuku and i know i have what it takes to drive in formual D with the best. so if you say i don't have what it takes, your probably right, but its not going to stop me from tring and hopefully proving everyone wrong, and for all the haters out there, its all just jealousy. instead of hatin, try and get something of your own going so you have someting to back your words up with. or not get in everyone elses buisness. if it doesn't concern you, why bother. good luck Rob and MAtt.

 

Good luck to all who try! If you got the balls to try that is an accomplishment in itself. Good for you guys for getting some attention from sponsors. I was at DDay this past saturday in Portland. I was kickin ass, full counter, no spin, very consistant, good speed, and I chained the whole course almost every run. But did I get any attention? Hell no! It's harder than you all might think. Anyway, you guys will kick ass because you know you can and you have the backing to do it. I have noticed that drifting well is just as much about confidence as it is skill. Take it to the next level, I'll be watching.

 

Well let’s get a few things straight right off the back. The FIRST thing I said in my post was "IM NOT BASHING ENJUKU !" Why would I bash a local company who’s doing all they can to make a name for them selves?

Yes ALOT of money has been spent, and again I said, "You have to make money to spend money" What they do with THEIR money is THEIR business.
Do I personally feel you need to roll up in a quarter of a mil rig? No. I think a Clean Semi Flashy car and skills on the track speak for them selves. Enjuku will bring both in this case.

I mentioned Ego’s.. Yes. Rob and Matt you both have them. With good reason. Yes. I don’t know about the situation with Jay. I wont go into that.
What happened happened. I simply asked if you were prepared to go out and possibly lose in the first round. Ask any athlete who’s trained and prepped for a big game. I’m sure they are focused on winning as would I, but in the back of your mind you have to LOOK AT REALITY IF IT HAPPENS.

Matt answered me. I think its good to think about what you will do IF you lose, or what you could have done better. I’m not here to tell YOU (Matt or Rob) what you need to do better or at all. It will speak for it self when you get out there and represent Florida.

I asked a few honest questions and Matt answered me. And they were good answers to boot! I was TOTALLY impressed. What’s the harm in asking about a company we are all encouraged purchase from to on TR? If I spend money with someone I wanna know who I’m buying from... Don’t you?

If you take offence to someone asking about a company you're supposed to be representing then maybe either you should take a little time out to learn the companies history, or back them by answering the questions like Matt did.

I honestly do appreciate Matt and his answers. I think I have a little better understanding of Enjuku and where they are headed and what to look for in the season to come.