On the strut tower bit, the only ones that make a difference are solid strut tower bars. Egay ones are crap and I never got the just of a 3 piece bar. It still doesn't really stop the car from flexing because the bar has pivot points which move with the chassis. Theoretically is works while going straight to an extent but in a corner it's pointless.
A lot of people will argue they don't do anything because they never owned a nice set.
Also another thing about a drift setup is having a consistent setup, replacing bushing with polyurethane is a good idea but as far as drifting goes, you want the rear end to be as solid as you can get it. It helps break traction easier since it's ability to transfer energy is better. As for the front you're better off running poly LCA bushings and sway bar end links. Front needs all the traction it can get, you'd be surprised how many people overlook this area, they all assume more angle more angle! In reality angle isn't shit without traction. So a nice set of tires, not necessarily wider just better as in compound. Keep the rotational and unsprung weight as low as possible.
The rest has pretty much been covered for the most part. Have fun! HACHI-GO!
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