Name: The Making of RADBUL
Released: 2017-04-08T17:00:00.000Z

The Making of RADBUL

TV Show · Sports · Reality

'Mad' Mike Whiddett brings his ultimate drift machine concept to life with the creation of the RADBUL. Built from the ground up and using the MX-5 chassis, this Mazda Miata contains a 26B rotary engine with at least 1,200hp — making it one wild ride.

2017 · 3m

EPISODE 1

Concept Brought to Life

'Mad' Mike Whiddett challenges the Formula One drift car landscape with his new project: the RADBUL. From concept to creation, Mad Mike walks through the building of the RADBUL, beginning with the MX-5 chassis and its stylish angular roll cage.

3m
EPISODE 2

A Boost in Power

After upgrading to a twin-turbo 26B rotary engine, Mike Whiddett's RADBUL now boasts an incredible 1,200bhp. Accompanying this newfound power is a custom driveline and a cooling system which includes an unconventional rear-mounted radiator.

4m
EPISODE 3

Controlling the Beast

The RADBUL is outfitted with custom steering and suspension systems to harness its overwhelming power. 'Mad' Mike and lead engineer Kaz Townsend walk through the MX-5’s handling upgrades, many of which were designed specifically for the RADBUL.

3m
EPISODE 4

Turbo Charged

Renowned rotary-tuning workshop Pulse Performance Race Engineering reveals the headway it has made on the RADBUL project, specifically in the engine bay, where it’s all about big power, chassis balance, and some signature 'Mad' Mike shock value.

6m
EPISODE 5

Finishing Touches

The RADBUL reaches the final stages of assembly and is brought to life for the very first time. After an extensive two-day tuning session, the RADBUL heads back to 'Mad' Mike’s compound in Auckland, New Zealand, for some custom body work.

5m

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