Full Name: J. Andrew Cowden
Nick name: Vette Slayer
Age: 23
Residence: Murfreesboro, TN
Web Site: http://www.tiora.net/~andrew/pix
# of Years in motor sports: 5
Automobile: 1986 Toyota Corolla GT-S hatchback; 4A-GEC

Modifications
Suspension: Tokico HTS all around, custom coilovers front (5.3kg), TRD race spring rear, T3 35mm RCA's, BattleVersion panhard bar
Engine: open element filter, TRD 4-1 header, 2.25" custom exhuast
Interior/Cosmetic: Corbeau Forza, TRD ball shift knob, stripped interior
Exterior/Cosmetic: Primer black and stickers
Any sponsors? HarisenAttack (http://www.hahobby.com)

When and how did you get into drifting and/or other motor sports?
I got into autox back in 2000 with my 1992 Camaro. Since then I've continued to autox just about anything I can get the keys to. I've yet to attend a drift event, but by the years out, I will have.

What was the first car you used for drifting?
My Integra GSR spent a lot of time sideways at the autox's. Type R rear sway bar on a stock GSR suspension

How did it work out for you?
It was a lot of fun and it lead me to the AE86

What was your most practiced technique?
Braking drift

What is it now?
Working on ebrake more

Where are you looking to improve?
Transitioning

What types of events have you participated in?
Autox's and HDPE'ss

What type of events have you competed in?
Autox's

What do you find challenging?
Each one has their difficulties

Who are your influences?
Dan Chadwick, Jeremy Schuster, Taka Aono, and Alex Pfeffier

What modifications would you like to have in the future?
Add more adjustability to the suspension and more power

What are your future plans in drifting?
Setup my own local events and attend out of town events

What are your thoughts on the future of drifting?
I see it growing to a head and then falling out of favor leaving the true enthusiasts

Anything else you would like us to know about you?
I truly prefer grip to drifting, I see drifting as a way to improve my grip driving skills. Drifting is a lot of fun, but I get more of an adrenaline rush from a fast grip run.

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