The story started simple. Josh came down to the Compound looking for a body kit. But like most builds, it escalated.

After linking up with Chris Ward at Top Garage, the goal became clear: build something modern, reliable, and easy to live with. No hacked wiring. No chasing driveline issues. No fixing the car all day just to get a few laps in.

He had already been through it. Having owned S Chassis; S14s with SR’s, VVL setups, broken diffs, constant troubleshooting. The typical drift car cycle.

With S-chassis prices climbing and reliability becoming a bigger factor, the F22 platform made sense. Newer chassis, more space, better rigidity, and a foundation that actually supports modern parts without turning into a full-time project.

That’s where the mindset came in:
Buy once, cry once.

Built to Take Hits — and Keep Driving
The HGK Eurofighter kit isn’t just for looks. The carbon Kevlar construction is durable, replaceable, and designed for real use — not just show.

The HGK quick-release front bumper system makes it even more practical. Pull it off in seconds, load the car without worrying about the splitter, and get back to driving. It’s one of those small details that makes a big difference at the track.
Out back, the drivetrain is centered around reliability and serviceability. A Rise Fab Shop F22 quick-change rear subframe paired with a Drift HQ Bulldog XR420-i quick-change differential gives the car the strength to handle abuse while keeping gearing flexible.

Power gets transferred through an RTS 6XD sequential dogbox, a setup that prioritizes durability and consistency lap after lap — not just for a couple of clean runs.

Engine + Systems: Built to Last
The engine setup follows the same philosophy.

Josh assembled it himself, working with Borowski for the head program and building it with long-term reliability in mind. A FAST LSX 103mm intake manifold helps support airflow, while custom headers with EGT sensors on every runner feed data back into the system.
Everything is monitored and controlled through a full Haltech ecosystem.

including:

Haltech Nexus R5 ECU
IC-10 digital dash
TCA8 thermocouple amplifier
Flex fuel sensor
GPS module

It’s not just about making power — it’s about knowing what the car is doing at all times.

A dry sump system, KRC power steering pump, and clean plumbing throughout keep oiling and steering consistent even under full abuse.

Cooling, Fueling, and Driving All Day
Cooling is one of the biggest factors in making this car work.

A rear-mounted setup using an HGK twin-core dual-pass radiator keeps the front end simple and protected. It also allows the car to run hard, even in Florida heat, without overheating — something Josh specifically wanted after past experiences.

Fueling is handled by a Radium Engineering R10A 10-gallon fuel cell with FCST, ensuring consistent delivery under sustained lateral load.

Inside the car, everything is just as intentional:

OMP HTE XL seat
BridgeMoto FIA 6-point harnesses
Chase Bays 6:1 dual piston brake booster delete
Lifeline Zero 360 fire suppression system
And one of Josh’s favorite features — the cool suit setup — keeps the driver as consistent as the car during long sessions.

Suspension That Works, Not Guesswork
The suspension setup is fully dialed with

Wisefab components:
Front angle lock kit
Rear drop knuckle/ Grip kit
1500 hp rated Axles

Combined with MCS coilovers, the car avoids the typical guesswork you see online. No chasing spring rates, no experimenting blindly — just a setup that works.