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Jesus Salazar, the mastermind behind J-LIGN. Operating right out of his own garage, Jesus has become the go-to guy for drift alignments in the Chicago scene. We sit down to talk about his roots, including the story of how doing alignments as a side gig at his old job evolved into J-LIGN. @ooo_dang_jesus Check out our Sponsors! SimpleTire: USE CODE 15% OFF: factionmotorsports AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Continuing The Final Bout Chicago Series, we sit down with Nathan Kubat, one of the newest members of Team Proceed. We dive into Nate's background, his journey to joining the team, and get into some wild stories, including putting out a family's trailer fire. @fake_silvia Check out our Sponsors! SimpleTire: USE CODE 15% OFF: factionmotorsports AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

The crew is back from Final Bout 9 with the Daring Ones to recap the entire trip. A last-minute push to get everything ready, trailer problems, a highway accident, van issues, very little sleep, and somehow still making it to Final Bout. We go through everything that went wrong, the event itself, and why this might have been one of our most memorable trips yet. Check out our Sponsors! SimpleTire: USE CODE 15% OFF: factionmotorsports AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

We sit down with Josh and Tom of Front Street, your official Final Bout 9 Champions! We dive into their incredible journey to the top of grassroots drifting competition, behind-the-scenes stories, and what it took to bring home the win. @frontstreetdriftclub Check out our Sponsors! SimpleTire: USE CODE 15% OFF: factionmotorsports AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

For our second episode of our Chicago Final Bout Series, we have Melvin del Rosario. Melvin/Mel is an OG in the Chicago drifting community. We go over his backstory, how he met the guys in Proceed, and the current state of his 180SX. @meldelro Check out our Sponsors! SimpleTire: USE CODE 15% OFF: factionmotorsports AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

For our first episode of our Chicago Final Bout Series, we have Simba Nyemba. Simba is a prominent Chicago-based grassroots drift driver and a core member of the influential midwestern drift team Proceed. As a co-owner of Final Bout and a key figure of Club FR, Simba has spent years shaping the style and culture of aggressive, Japanese-inspired drifting in America. Tune in as we discuss his drifting journey, the evolution of the community, and his iconic Nissan S13. @ggsimba Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

https://s13.world/https://www.instagram.com/loosenup.drift/Check out our Sponsors!AG1:Check out our AG1 affiliate link:https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTIONYou will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). @drinkAG1 #ag1partnerEAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL:@eastcoastdriftschoolCHASE BAYS:@chasebayshttps://www.chasebays.com/LIMITLESS AUTO FAB:@limitless_auto_fabhttps://limitlessautofab.com/RAMSTEAD MFG:@ramsteadmfghttps://ramsteadmfg.com/We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts:patreon.com/factionmotorsportsCheck us out on other platforms:Youtube: /FactionMotorsportsInstagram: @factionmotorsportsFacebook: /factionmotorsportsTiktok: @factionmotorsports

Lou of BloodMasters joins us to talk about the early days of drifting, the origins and attitude behind BloodMasters, Club Loose, and how the scene has evolved over the years. We get into the wild west era of drifting, missile cars, iconic drift videos, Drift Appalachia, and what made those early days feel so raw. Lou also talks about the risks that come with pushing a car to the limit, the current state of competitive drifting, and whether the sport has reached a point where less horsepower might actually make things more exciting. From the good old days to where drifting is headed next, this one covers a lot of ground. @sweet_looou Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Tyler Holsman joins us in the shop to talk about his longtime S13, growing up in the Club Loose scene, and years of drifting with friends. We get into Final Bout, building and changing the car over time, working in the automotive world before getting into trucking, and finding a better balance between work, cars, and actually enjoying both. @tylersaywhat Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

John Fortunato joins us for a wildly unfiltered episode that somehow manages to cover everything from grassroots drifting and project cars to YouTube, gaming, and life. We talk about what keeps drifting fun, building cars your own way instead of following the crowd, and why figuring things out yourself is still part of the experience. Along the way, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns—including some personal stories and reflections that made this one a little deeper than we planned. As always, plenty of laughs, random tangents, and honest conversation throughout. @jayforts @daring.ones Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Jack from Hit and Run Drift Club joins us after an unforgettable trip across the U.S. We talk about the differences between Australian and American drift culture, the history of Hit and Run, travel stories, and why the best drift cars are the ones with a little damage and a lot of personality. One of our favorite conversations yet. @best_guy @hitandrundc Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Paolo Lim is what we would consider a first generation U.S. drifter, and in this episode he shares everything he's learned from over two decades in the scene. We dive into the evolution of drifting, building timeless street cars, the story behind his immaculate 180SX, and why mastering a low-horsepower car is still the best way to become a great driver. Whether you're new to drifting or have been around since the beginning, this episode is packed with stories, history, and hard-earned lessons. @ikigai.no.jinsei Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Bailey has been a good friend of mine for over a decade. Join us in the conversation about how we grew our friendship and much more! @baileybirr Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports

Fresh off a day at the track, Anthony Rizzo joins the podcast to talk drifting, competition goals, car setups, and the realities of balancing the sport with life as a tow truck driver. The conversation dives into suspension tuning, Formula Drift, grassroots events, and the lessons learned from chasing speed both on and off the track. @speed_and_stanced Check out our Sponsors! AG1: Check out our AG1 affiliate link: ⁠⁠https://shop.drinkag1.com/FACTION⁠⁠ You will receive a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler, plus a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 with your AG1 Welcome Kit, when you first subscribe (a $72 value!). ⁠⁠⁨@drinkAG1⁩ ⁠⁠ #ag1partner EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ LIMITLESS AUTO FAB: @limitless_auto_fab https://limitlessautofab.com/ RAMSTEAD MFG: https://ramsteadmfg.com/ We have a Patreon! With Exclusive Content and Podcasts: patreon.com/factionmotorsports Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /factionmotorsports Tiktok: @factionmotorsports