Update on my Enjuku Built S15!
### Article Based on Video Transcription: The S15 Build Journey
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#### Introduction
Welcome back, guys! It’s been a while since we last checked in, but we’re finally at Tjuku with Bub, the head fabricator engineer, who has been putting in non-stop work on the S15. With limited time to spare, we decided the best way to catch up would be to walk around the car and point out all the exciting progress that’s been made so far. Let’s dive right in!
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#### The Rear End Modification
We’ll start with the back of the car because, let’s face it, modifying the rear end is a pretty crazy concept for someone unfamiliar with drifting or high-performance vehicles. While empty drivers might just picture someone backing into a wall in a parking lot, we’re talking about more advanced techniques here—like riding the wall with the back bumper and dragging it along. This kind of driving puts a lot of stress on the rear end, which is why cutting it off makes sense for both functionality and style.
Interestingly, the big hole you see was already there from a previous project, which was specifically cut out to make way for the Radium fuel cell that recently arrived in the mail. If you’re not familiar with Radium, they’re known for making some of the most badass fuel system components on the market. The surge tank setup we’ve designed for this car is nothing short of impressive—it’s essentially a compact version of what we have in the skyline, but all in one package.
This surge tank will go into the fuel cell, and instead of having an intricate network of lines (which can be a nightmare to maintain), we’re using two pumps to feed the motor. When the tank is full, it overflows back into the fuel tank. It’s not just efficient; it’s also failsafe. If one pump fails, you can flick a switch and use the backup pump without much hassle. For 300 horsepower, we probably won’t need all three pumps, but it’s good to know they’re there if we ever push the car further.
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#### The Dash and Fuel Cell Setup
One thing worth noting is that the dash wasn’t in the car before, which gives us a clean slate for customization. Bub did an amazing job with the red spray paint accents in the cluster area, and it’s something we’re both really proud of. Speaking of pride, we have to give shoutouts to fabricators who can pull off entire beads without any issues—it’s no easy feat. While we haven’t been able to achieve that yet, we’re making progress with key points like this one here.
We cut out the factory bumper and replaced it with a wider version to give us better access to all the bolts on the transmission. This makes servicing the car at the track much easier. As you can see, the new trans bellhousing is already in place, along with adapters. The sequential six-speed transmission we’re using came all the way from Lithuania, which just goes to show how far some parts travel to make our builds awesome.
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#### The Vertex Wide-Body Kit
Next up is the fitment of the vertex wide-body kit. While it might not look like much right now, this thing is going to be a game-changer. It’s a full 50mm wide-body setup that blends over fenders and side skirts seamlessly—something we’re really excited about because it means less work on our end to make everything fit nicely.
These brackets here are absolute works of art. They took weeks to fabricate, and they deserve a special name. We’ll let you know once we come up with something fitting. The purpose of these brackets is to protect the front end in case of a collision—they’re designed to collapse and break rather than damage the car’s structure. This makes them easier to repair or replace, which is crucial for any build that sees track time.
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#### The Front End and Fuel System
The car now has an entirely tubed front end, which is both functional and cool. If we ever need to pull the engine out, everything unbolts, making the process much simpler. We’ve also upgraded all our fuel lines and cooling lines with quick-release connectors. It’s a far cry from the sketchy electrical tape fixes you might see on other builds—this setup is pure perfection.
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#### Challenges and Future Plans
Despite all the progress, we’re still waiting on some key parts for the rear end, like the seats and brackets for the fuel cell. Once those arrive, things will start coming together much faster. Bub mentioned he might need some help with a transmission bracket soon, so if it works out, we’ll bring the skyline over next week to lend a hand.
For now, we’re bummed that we can’t weld or do much hands-on work, but we’re looking forward to when the build hits the “stupid bolt-on” phase—where even someone with minimal skills like us can contribute (maybe even put on a shift knob or two).
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#### Conclusion
All in all, it’s been an exciting few weeks. While we’re not sure if we’ll make it to SEMA this year, we’re still full of excitement and can’t wait to see how the build progresses. Stay tuned for more updates next week—we might even have some cool front-end footage to share!
Thanks for sticking with us through this journey, and a big shoutout to Bub for all his hard work. We’ll catch up soon!
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