Killed 2001 auto IS300
05-28-2002 | 08:24 PM
#41
Originally posted by Chimp Dj
Equal drivers, maybe, there are too many variables when it comes to driving twisties. FWD vs RWD, there are advantages and disadvantages. Not too many FWD can handle like RWD Cars.(General Statement)
However, its not totally out of the question for a FWD to beat a RWD car around turns.
Maxima vs IS300, it is possible for a Maxima to outhandle a IS300 due to a slight twitch I experience everytime I drive an IS300, a bit rough at the limits, and too much throttle kicks the rear out in a hurry, which 99% of most IS300 owners CANNOT Control. A Maxima that is set up correctly w/ Springs, Shocks, and RSB can be less of a burden to control, and promote more confidence in the driver, and will be closer to neutral than an IS300, should the IS300 be modified to be balanced in corners, then the IS300 has the edge, but I would still choose a balanced FWD Car vs Balanced RWD Car.
IRS is only good when it can control the camber and toe changes of bumpy roads in the corners, the wrong alignment setting or the change over a period of time cannot be predicted, especially when being tossed around, and may cause sudden loss of grip or control.
Rear beam suspension, such as Nissan's as inherent disadvantages, but the advantages that do count are minimal camber or toe change in bumpy corners, predictable alignment settings over time, even if hammered around, on a flat surface, tires stay planted, and remain planted through turns. The only ugly thing is that the rubber used on front trailarm pivot points are soft, and so is the Scott Russel drop link in the middle, if there was some support to switch to poly or slightly stiffer rubber, handling would improve two fold easily as it would prevent unwanted side motion, which does cause a "skip" over large bumps.
-Peace
Equal drivers, maybe, there are too many variables when it comes to driving twisties. FWD vs RWD, there are advantages and disadvantages. Not too many FWD can handle like RWD Cars.(General Statement)
However, its not totally out of the question for a FWD to beat a RWD car around turns.
Maxima vs IS300, it is possible for a Maxima to outhandle a IS300 due to a slight twitch I experience everytime I drive an IS300, a bit rough at the limits, and too much throttle kicks the rear out in a hurry, which 99% of most IS300 owners CANNOT Control. A Maxima that is set up correctly w/ Springs, Shocks, and RSB can be less of a burden to control, and promote more confidence in the driver, and will be closer to neutral than an IS300, should the IS300 be modified to be balanced in corners, then the IS300 has the edge, but I would still choose a balanced FWD Car vs Balanced RWD Car.
IRS is only good when it can control the camber and toe changes of bumpy roads in the corners, the wrong alignment setting or the change over a period of time cannot be predicted, especially when being tossed around, and may cause sudden loss of grip or control.
Rear beam suspension, such as Nissan's as inherent disadvantages, but the advantages that do count are minimal camber or toe change in bumpy corners, predictable alignment settings over time, even if hammered around, on a flat surface, tires stay planted, and remain planted through turns. The only ugly thing is that the rubber used on front trailarm pivot points are soft, and so is the Scott Russel drop link in the middle, if there was some support to switch to poly or slightly stiffer rubber, handling would improve two fold easily as it would prevent unwanted side motion, which does cause a "skip" over large bumps.
-Peace
05-29-2002 | 08:26 AM
#43
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Originally posted by Chimp Dj
Don't get too cocky my son, thats how your crashed it the first time.
Don't get too cocky my son, thats how your crashed it the first time.
I thought he said he had to swerve to avoid an oncoming phone company truck that was halfway in his lane and then the back end caught gravel on the shoulder.
Maybe I missed something...
05-29-2002 | 08:36 AM
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Originally posted by SteVTEC
I thought he said he had to swerve to avoid an oncoming phone company truck that was halfway in his lane and then the back end caught gravel on the shoulder.
Maybe I missed something...
I thought he said he had to swerve to avoid an oncoming phone company truck that was halfway in his lane and then the back end caught gravel on the shoulder.
Maybe I missed something...
dmb drives a bit too aggressively, and in NY, we have suffered a few lost friends due to aggressive driving, even a near life changing one.
It's one thing to know the limits of your own car, its another when someone else doesn't and you become their victim.
I've had this talk with NYC folks, and after a recent unfortunate accident, resulting in a fatality, we've ALL SLOWED DA *** DOWN.
Just saying dmb seems too "eager" to get into the mix, but if you want a piece of a IS300, join SCCA, and weekend race'em on the track. Unless you wanna go to Poconos or The Rock in CT.
dbm
For your own good.-Peace
05-29-2002 | 11:17 AM
#47
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Originally posted by Chimp Dj
Equal drivers, maybe, there are too many variables when it comes to driving twisties. FWD vs RWD, there are advantages and disadvantages. Not too many FWD can handle like RWD Cars.(General Statement)
However, its not totally out of the question for a FWD to beat a RWD car around turns.
Maxima vs IS300, it is possible for a Maxima to outhandle a IS300 due to a slight twitch I experience everytime I drive an IS300, a bit rough at the limits, and too much throttle kicks the rear out in a hurry, which 99% of most IS300 owners CANNOT Control. A Maxima that is set up correctly w/ Springs, Shocks, and RSB can be less of a burden to control, and promote more confidence in the driver, and will be closer to neutral than an IS300, should the IS300 be modified to be balanced in corners, then the IS300 has the edge, but I would still choose a balanced FWD Car vs Balanced RWD Car.
IRS is only good when it can control the camber and toe changes of bumpy roads in the corners, the wrong alignment setting or the change over a period of time cannot be predicted, especially when being tossed around, and may cause sudden loss of grip or control.
Rear beam suspension, such as Nissan's as inherent disadvantages, but the advantages that do count are minimal camber or toe change in bumpy corners, predictable alignment settings over time, even if hammered around, on a flat surface, tires stay planted, and remain planted through turns. The only ugly thing is that the rubber used on front trailarm pivot points are soft, and so is the Scott Russel drop link in the middle, if there was some support to switch to poly or slightly stiffer rubber, handling would improve two fold easily as it would prevent unwanted side motion, which does cause a "skip" over large bumps.
-Peace
Equal drivers, maybe, there are too many variables when it comes to driving twisties. FWD vs RWD, there are advantages and disadvantages. Not too many FWD can handle like RWD Cars.(General Statement)
However, its not totally out of the question for a FWD to beat a RWD car around turns.
Maxima vs IS300, it is possible for a Maxima to outhandle a IS300 due to a slight twitch I experience everytime I drive an IS300, a bit rough at the limits, and too much throttle kicks the rear out in a hurry, which 99% of most IS300 owners CANNOT Control. A Maxima that is set up correctly w/ Springs, Shocks, and RSB can be less of a burden to control, and promote more confidence in the driver, and will be closer to neutral than an IS300, should the IS300 be modified to be balanced in corners, then the IS300 has the edge, but I would still choose a balanced FWD Car vs Balanced RWD Car.
IRS is only good when it can control the camber and toe changes of bumpy roads in the corners, the wrong alignment setting or the change over a period of time cannot be predicted, especially when being tossed around, and may cause sudden loss of grip or control.
Rear beam suspension, such as Nissan's as inherent disadvantages, but the advantages that do count are minimal camber or toe change in bumpy corners, predictable alignment settings over time, even if hammered around, on a flat surface, tires stay planted, and remain planted through turns. The only ugly thing is that the rubber used on front trailarm pivot points are soft, and so is the Scott Russel drop link in the middle, if there was some support to switch to poly or slightly stiffer rubber, handling would improve two fold easily as it would prevent unwanted side motion, which does cause a "skip" over large bumps.
-Peace
j/k. but seriously i agree, to say an IS can beat a max in twisties is kinda hard to back up, because just like chimp said, theres just to many variables involved. unless you get 2 equal drivers who knows the limits of each car. I know the full potential of my car, but a couple of IS' may not have, that probally why i smoked 3 of them or so. in an "actual road race" you neva really know whats going to occur.
05-29-2002 | 04:02 PM
#48
Originally posted by Chimp Dj
I was scared the way dmb was driving in front of me during The Pike Video. You may not see it on the video, but in person I was watching the car pitch back and forth.
dmb drives a bit too aggressively, and in NY, we have suffered a few lost friends due to aggressive driving, even a near life changing one.
It's one thing to know the limits of your own car, its another when someone else doesn't and you become their victim.
I've had this talk with NYC folks, and after a recent unfortunate accident, resulting in a fatality, we've ALL SLOWED DA *** DOWN.
Just saying dmb seems too "eager" to get into the mix, but if you want a piece of a IS300, join SCCA, and weekend race'em on the track. Unless you wanna go to Poconos or The Rock in CT.
dbm For your own good.
-Peace
I was scared the way dmb was driving in front of me during The Pike Video. You may not see it on the video, but in person I was watching the car pitch back and forth.
dmb drives a bit too aggressively, and in NY, we have suffered a few lost friends due to aggressive driving, even a near life changing one.
It's one thing to know the limits of your own car, its another when someone else doesn't and you become their victim.
I've had this talk with NYC folks, and after a recent unfortunate accident, resulting in a fatality, we've ALL SLOWED DA *** DOWN.
Just saying dmb seems too "eager" to get into the mix, but if you want a piece of a IS300, join SCCA, and weekend race'em on the track. Unless you wanna go to Poconos or The Rock in CT.
dbm
For your own good.-Peace
05-29-2002 | 04:35 PM
#49
Originally posted by maxman2k
Are you gonna be proud when you pull up next to a Daewoo Leganza and blow his doors off too? I dont get why it makes everyone feel so good when you beat a car that you KNOW is slower than yours. Maybe it is some kind of inferiority complex or something. Of course it is fun to race any car, but dont feel all proud of yourself and stick your chest out when you beat a heavier car with 40 less hp, and it was an auto at that...lol....
Are you gonna be proud when you pull up next to a Daewoo Leganza and blow his doors off too? I dont get why it makes everyone feel so good when you beat a car that you KNOW is slower than yours. Maybe it is some kind of inferiority complex or something. Of course it is fun to race any car, but dont feel all proud of yourself and stick your chest out when you beat a heavier car with 40 less hp, and it was an auto at that...lol....
05-29-2002 | 04:38 PM
#50
Originally posted by maxman2k
Oh by the way, in the latest road and track they compared all the sport sedans out there, the 330, the IS, the TL-S, etc....Maybe I missed something, where was the max.....flame away...LOL
Oh by the way, in the latest road and track they compared all the sport sedans out there, the 330, the IS, the TL-S, etc....Maybe I missed something, where was the max
.....flame away...LOL
05-29-2002 | 08:57 PM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima88
ya i hear what you are saying, my car was a different car then, not lowered and stock rims and tires and this setup is MUCH more stable now. half that was just the car doing it's own thing, but i know to be more careful now. i don't want to kill anyone esp my self. i'm sure i'd be missed and i'm just getting started in life.
ya i hear what you are saying, my car was a different car then, not lowered and stock rims and tires and this setup is MUCH more stable now. half that was just the car doing it's own thing, but i know to be more careful now. i don't want to kill anyone esp my self. i'm sure i'd be missed and i'm just getting started in life.
-Love the Pressure. Feel The Rush. Auto X.
05-29-2002 | 09:46 PM
#53
Originally posted by Chimp Dj
AutoX your Bish Azz car. Then talk about knowing your limits. Remember you're not racing the guy in front or behind you; you race the clock.
-Love the Pressure. Feel The Rush. Auto X.
AutoX your Bish Azz car. Then talk about knowing your limits. Remember you're not racing the guy in front or behind you; you race the clock.
-Love the Pressure. Feel The Rush. Auto X.
05-29-2002 | 10:16 PM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima88
i want to do one bad, but wehre are their events near me, western mass. set me up and i'm there.
i want to do one bad, but wehre are their events near me, western mass. set me up and i'm there.
http://www.scca.org/interactive/regions.html#nediv
start there, and see you on the course when I have a "valid" license.
05-29-2002 | 10:26 PM
#55
Originally posted by Chimp Dj
http://www.ner.org/soloII/2002schedsolo.html
http://www.scca.org/interactive/regions.html#nediv
start there, and see you on the course when I have a "valid" license.
http://www.ner.org/soloII/2002schedsolo.html
http://www.scca.org/interactive/regions.html#nediv
start there, and see you on the course when I have a "valid" license.
05-29-2002 | 10:56 PM
#57
Originally posted by Chimp Dj
[slow and curious]...when do I get to run the 2K2 ?[/slow and curious]
Practice alot, get quality track time, I got something for you
[slow and curious]...when do I get to run the 2K2 ?[/slow and curious]
Practice alot, get quality track time, I got something for you
05-29-2002 | 11:04 PM
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Originally posted by kloogy
Is this another 2K VS 2K2 war again...?
Is this another 2K VS 2K2 war again...?
If you want I can bring out a 92 SE 5spd, but what's under the hood ?
05-29-2002 | 11:12 PM
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Originally posted by kloogy
There are a few 2K2's on the SAUCE already, I may be one of them soon, and Steve too... don't be too confident Q-Man !...
There are a few 2K2's on the SAUCE already, I may be one of them soon, and Steve too... don't be too confident Q-Man !...
05-29-2002 | 11:15 PM
#61
Thats your pathfinder, and I can go 25 minutes down the road, and get my Franny Lew special, my 898 LX, that now is running 10's...when I had it , it was at 12's..... ....... J/K Chimpo ! ... Q-Boro guys stick together !
....... J/K Chimpo ! ... Q-Boro guys stick together !
05-29-2002 | 11:31 PM
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Originally posted by kloogy
Thats your pathfinder, and I can go 25 minutes down the road, and get my Franny Lew special, my 898 LX, that now is running 10's...when I had it , it was at 12's..... ....... J/K Chimpo ! ... Q-Boro guys stick together !
Thats your pathfinder, and I can go 25 minutes down the road, and get my Franny Lew special, my 898 LX, that now is running 10's...when I had it , it was at 12's.....
....... J/K Chimpo ! ... Q-Boro guys stick together !
my 99.5 SE Pathfinder is being sold, shortly.
I need to make room for my mom's G35, next month/ week.
Dad will drive the 2001 5spd.
My Max is still undergoing some work.
Beyond that, bring it on
05-30-2002 | 05:41 AM
#65
i'm ready chimpy, i have a catback coming next week. i need one to put on my car to send my stock one out to get specs off it for my catback system then i'm selling this one. kinda weird but i had to do it, the person i was gonna borrow needed their stock exhaust, so yo it's ok. just an excuse for me to mod.
-steve
-steve
05-30-2002 | 08:14 AM
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Originally posted by JohnnyV'02SE
240 SX? 300 ZX 2+2 with a turbo?
-Johnny V.
240 SX? 300 ZX 2+2 with a turbo?
-Johnny V.
SR20DET w/ 5spd, wiring harness, ECU(Since I import them), rebuilt T3/T04B, custom manifold, lots of piping, already had Z32TT pump, and put in my Sparco Milano seats, built brackets, got some VDO gauges, all done for around $2000, give or take a few bucks. No BOV, found a Bypass valve in one of the motor containers
Looks like a red rust bucket, but bish moves quick-n-nimble.
-Don't know it, til its too late.
05-30-2002 | 09:21 AM
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Originally posted by Chimp Dj
92 240SX SE, stripped interior, no motor, found in backyard in NJ, for $25.
SR20DET w/ 5spd, wiring harness, ECU(Since I import them), rebuilt T3/T04B, custom manifold, lots of piping, already had Z32TT pump, and put in my Sparco Milano seats, built brackets, got some VDO gauges, all done for around $2000, give or take a few bucks. No BOV, found a Bypass valve in one of the motor containers
Looks like a red rust bucket, but bish moves quick-n-nimble.
-Don't know it, til its too late.
92 240SX SE, stripped interior, no motor, found in backyard in NJ, for $25.
SR20DET w/ 5spd, wiring harness, ECU(Since I import them), rebuilt T3/T04B, custom manifold, lots of piping, already had Z32TT pump, and put in my Sparco Milano seats, built brackets, got some VDO gauges, all done for around $2000, give or take a few bucks. No BOV, found a Bypass valve in one of the motor containers
Looks like a red rust bucket, but bish moves quick-n-nimble.
-Don't know it, til its too late.
05-30-2002 | 01:17 PM
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Originally posted by Chimp Dj
92 240SX SE, stripped interior, no motor, found in backyard in NJ, for $25.
SR20DET w/ 5spd, wiring harness, ECU(Since I import them), rebuilt T3/T04B, custom manifold, lots of piping, already had Z32TT pump, and put in my Sparco Milano seats, built brackets, got some VDO gauges, all done for around $2000, give or take a few bucks. No BOV, found a Bypass valve in one of the motor containers
Looks like a red rust bucket, but bish moves quick-n-nimble.
-Don't know it, til its too late.
92 240SX SE, stripped interior, no motor, found in backyard in NJ, for $25.
SR20DET w/ 5spd, wiring harness, ECU(Since I import them), rebuilt T3/T04B, custom manifold, lots of piping, already had Z32TT pump, and put in my Sparco Milano seats, built brackets, got some VDO gauges, all done for around $2000, give or take a few bucks. No BOV, found a Bypass valve in one of the motor containers
Looks like a red rust bucket, but bish moves quick-n-nimble.
-Don't know it, til its too late.
. Most people think it's a vaccuum leak.-Johnny V.
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