Running with the big boys: GTUs at Thunderhill!
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Re: some closer pics
Originally posted by jeremy1
ronal r9s with d40 m2 225 and 205
ronal r9s with d40 m2 225 and 205
Anyone have a spare Ronal R9 in a 16x7 35ET size???
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all of my car pics are on imagestation
do yourself a favor and join, put your pics on there and check mine out.
http://www.imagestation.com/mypictures/
http://www.imagestation.com/mypictures/
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I believe it was "Fifer" who posted the 2:07 (I swear he said 2:04), and yes, it was on a relatively free lap.  HoMan runs a consistent 2:10.  I've clocked top-running ITS FC's at 2:10 on a very crowded track (i.e. race), which could drop these times down into the 2:05 or faster on an open track.  Yes, Alex is that fast.
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I have a feeling this has been asked in previous posts/threads, but what is DTSS? I have never heard of it before... ?
And sweet pics... Glad to see some guys wanting to take their car to the track
If you get some videos, I'd like to see.... and your car... is really clean
And sweet pics... Glad to see some guys wanting to take their car to the track
If you get some videos, I'd like to see.... and your car... is really clean
Last edited by christi; Jan 28, 2003 at 01:43 PM.
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Originally posted by RETed
I believe it was "Fifer" who posted the 2:07 (I swear he said 2:04), and yes, it was on a relatively free lap.  HoMan runs a consistent 2:10.  I've clocked top-running ITS FC's at 2:10 on a very crowded track (i.e. race), which could drop these times down into the 2:05 or faster on an open track.  Yes, Alex is that fast.
-Ted
I believe it was "Fifer" who posted the 2:07 (I swear he said 2:04), and yes, it was on a relatively free lap.  HoMan runs a consistent 2:10.  I've clocked top-running ITS FC's at 2:10 on a very crowded track (i.e. race), which could drop these times down into the 2:05 or faster on an open track.  Yes, Alex is that fast.
-Ted
Alex is fast. 2 seconds faster than Dr. Ho to be exact. Be sure to mention that to Dr. Ho if you talk to him...
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Re: some closer pics
Originally posted by jeremy1
my car is n/a (and proud of it)
mazda factory reman stock port with 30k
mindtrain header presilencer and cat
apex n1
no p/s
hks intake
energy suspension bushings
tockico shocks non adjustable
ronal r9s with d40 m2 225 and 205
aluminum hood
removed sunroof (hella $)
act ss clutch
slotted rotors
porterfield pads
4 pistons up front
stainless steel braided lines
very fresh suspension (all worn out parts replaced)
that is all i can think of for now
my car is n/a (and proud of it)
mazda factory reman stock port with 30k
mindtrain header presilencer and cat
apex n1
no p/s
hks intake
energy suspension bushings
tockico shocks non adjustable
ronal r9s with d40 m2 225 and 205
aluminum hood
removed sunroof (hella $)
act ss clutch
slotted rotors
porterfield pads
4 pistons up front
stainless steel braided lines
very fresh suspension (all worn out parts replaced)
that is all i can think of for now
Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha.
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Originally posted by christi
I have a feeling this has been asked in previous posts/threads, but what is DTSS? I have never heard of it before... ?
I have a feeling this has been asked in previous posts/threads, but what is DTSS? I have never heard of it before... ?
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Originally posted by Icemark
As all the Japanese automotive manufactures were playing with rear steering in the mid-eighties, the RX-7 followed suite with an independent, Dynamic Tracking Suspension System with trailing arms, Triaxial floating hubs, camber control links, coil springs, and a 12 mm anti-roll bar (14 mm with the Heavy Duty suspension). Mazda claims to have applied for more than 100 patents on their Dynamic Tracking Suspension System independent rear suspension. With DTSS, the rear wheels become an active component of the steering system, changing from toe-out during low lateral force cornering to toe-in for extra stability during high lateral acceleration cornering situations and to reduce lift throttle over steer which had been a problem on the 1st generation. Similar systems are found on Porsche and other German manufactures vehicles.
As all the Japanese automotive manufactures were playing with rear steering in the mid-eighties, the RX-7 followed suite with an independent, Dynamic Tracking Suspension System with trailing arms, Triaxial floating hubs, camber control links, coil springs, and a 12 mm anti-roll bar (14 mm with the Heavy Duty suspension). Mazda claims to have applied for more than 100 patents on their Dynamic Tracking Suspension System independent rear suspension. With DTSS, the rear wheels become an active component of the steering system, changing from toe-out during low lateral force cornering to toe-in for extra stability during high lateral acceleration cornering situations and to reduce lift throttle over steer which had been a problem on the 1st generation. Similar systems are found on Porsche and other German manufactures vehicles.
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Re: Re: some closer pics
Originally posted by Rotary Racer
Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha.
Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs
Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha.
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Yo,
I was pointed to some more pics over at ClubSi. Special thanks to Dynamo who took the photos, let MtnRacer (Steve) borrow his helmet, and provided me with a nice passenger on one session. *wink*
My car:
Yes, I like giving the Peace sign. Sue me!!
Todd's (tehRicey on ClubSi) hybrid CRX:
FWD vs. RWD track Battle-oh!!
Me at speed with the nice passenger:
Both Todd and I had young ladies in the car for our final battle session...I'm suprised either of us didn't wreck given the infamous "Show Off Factor" that has caused many a wreck. *grin*
Here's a thread from ClubSi on Todd's CRX:
http://forums.clubsi.com/showflat.ph...=&fpart=1&vc=1
He just did an untuned dyno at 163FWHP and 108TQ, and he was running 100 octane at the track. Todd would pull me on the straight...not a huge amount, but it didn't seem like an extra 23HP's worth. Must be something with the RX-7's aero and gearing package.
Anyways, we had a great battle. He would pull me on the straights, but once the corners came up...I was up in his tailpipe. *grin* It was cool.
Oh, and to all you Honda Haters...get over it. They make great power, and not all the people that drive them are Ricers. We all can get along and enjoy our cars together.
Kevin
1989 GTUs "Real Gearheads don't discriminate."
I was pointed to some more pics over at ClubSi. Special thanks to Dynamo who took the photos, let MtnRacer (Steve) borrow his helmet, and provided me with a nice passenger on one session. *wink*
My car:
Yes, I like giving the Peace sign. Sue me!!
Todd's (tehRicey on ClubSi) hybrid CRX:
FWD vs. RWD track Battle-oh!!
Me at speed with the nice passenger:
Both Todd and I had young ladies in the car for our final battle session...I'm suprised either of us didn't wreck given the infamous "Show Off Factor" that has caused many a wreck. *grin*
Here's a thread from ClubSi on Todd's CRX:
http://forums.clubsi.com/showflat.ph...=&fpart=1&vc=1
He just did an untuned dyno at 163FWHP and 108TQ, and he was running 100 octane at the track. Todd would pull me on the straight...not a huge amount, but it didn't seem like an extra 23HP's worth. Must be something with the RX-7's aero and gearing package.
Anyways, we had a great battle. He would pull me on the straights, but once the corners came up...I was up in his tailpipe. *grin* It was cool.
Oh, and to all you Honda Haters...get over it. They make great power, and not all the people that drive them are Ricers. We all can get along and enjoy our cars together.
Kevin
1989 GTUs "Real Gearheads don't discriminate."
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RAREST it is funny what you sed about showin off
because I picked up my wife during my last session and I had been near flawless all day (no major mistakes) and then 1 lap b4 my session was over I spun out in 11 at Sears and was black flagged. I was totally tryin to catch a Mustand Cobra and i guess i was showin off.
oh and ROTARY RACER, I almost had tears in my eyes read the most flattering words ever "Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha." When I bought my car I thought that I was gettin a GTUs which is what I wanted. I was confused between the s4 GTU and the s5 GTUs. Well, I have been trying to make my own ever since. I even made sure they didn't put the GTU decal back on when i had it painted, but out of respect for the GTUs I didn't put any decals back on. I didn't want to be a fake one. But thanx for the HONARY GTUS. Totally made my day. I just need an lsd now and 4.3 gears.
oh and ROTARY RACER, I almost had tears in my eyes read the most flattering words ever "Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha." When I bought my car I thought that I was gettin a GTUs which is what I wanted. I was confused between the s4 GTU and the s5 GTUs. Well, I have been trying to make my own ever since. I even made sure they didn't put the GTU decal back on when i had it painted, but out of respect for the GTUs I didn't put any decals back on. I didn't want to be a fake one. But thanx for the HONARY GTUS. Totally made my day. I just need an lsd now and 4.3 gears.
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evil sunroof is right!!!
that thing never worked right. You guys should see the inside of my car it looks so tuff with no headliner. my friend and i saw a picture of a white stripped 2nd gen and went of that night and stripped everything we could. we were just unboltin stuff and the sunroof fell right through. it was hilarious.
i have spent a lot of time tryin to put some of the stuff back in but it still looks cool.
I bet i took over 150 pds out of that car.
Rock on N/A sevens!
that thing never worked right. You guys should see the inside of my car it looks so tuff with no headliner. my friend and i saw a picture of a white stripped 2nd gen and went of that night and stripped everything we could. we were just unboltin stuff and the sunroof fell right through. it was hilarious.
i have spent a lot of time tryin to put some of the stuff back in but it still looks cool.
I bet i took over 150 pds out of that car.
Rock on N/A sevens!
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Sorry Jeremy, just got done moving, I was sick, car had an exhaust leak, and wah wah wah I'll try to get out there for the Mar NCRC event at T-hill. I'm focusing more on getting my race license right now, but seat time is seat time
PaulC
I'll try to get out there for the Mar NCRC event at T-hill. I'm focusing more on getting my race license right now, but seat time is seat time PaulC
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Well, I have some work to do for sure. It's great to see local RX7 enthusiasts running such excellent times. What sort of results have you guys had in race conditions? What are some of the races you've run, and how did you guys stack up? I'd love an opportunity to ride along some time. Anyway congrats again on the great times. Best regards to all, Carl Byck
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Re: RAREST it is funny what you sed about showin off
Originally posted by jeremy1
oh and ROTARY RACER, I almost had tears in my eyes read the most flattering words ever "Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha." When I bought my car I thought that I was gettin a GTUs which is what I wanted. I was confused between the s4 GTU and the s5 GTUs. Well, I have been trying to make my own ever since. I even made sure they didn't put the GTU decal back on when i had it painted, but out of respect for the GTUs I didn't put any decals back on. I didn't want to be a fake one. But thanx for the HONARY GTUS. Totally made my day. I just need an lsd now and 4.3 gears.
oh and ROTARY RACER, I almost had tears in my eyes read the most flattering words ever "Dude I might have to promote you to honorary GTUs Shouting out your love for the N/A. Preach on brotha." When I bought my car I thought that I was gettin a GTUs which is what I wanted. I was confused between the s4 GTU and the s5 GTUs. Well, I have been trying to make my own ever since. I even made sure they didn't put the GTU decal back on when i had it painted, but out of respect for the GTUs I didn't put any decals back on. I didn't want to be a fake one. But thanx for the HONARY GTUS. Totally made my day. I just need an lsd now and 4.3 gears.
. I think it is time to get a smaller bay area get to gather soon with a couple of us in Fremont, couple in San Ho and some in SF we could hook up get some pizza and check out each others cars. I would love to see your removed sunroof and no headliner car .
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Originally posted by cymfc3s
Alex is fast. 2 seconds faster than Dr. Ho to be exact. Be sure to mention that to Dr. Ho if you talk to him...
Alex is fast. 2 seconds faster than Dr. Ho to be exact. Be sure to mention that to Dr. Ho if you talk to him...
Alex has run a fastest 2:07, and HoMan has run a fastest 2:09.
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Yo,
It's the Sparco 383 Suede:
http://www.sparcousa.com/pswheel_competition.asp?id=139
Just tried to clean it today...Suede might not be suitable for the street. *grin*
It's also 330mm...purty small.
Glad ya like it. Bummer about your car...good luck on a finding a new one!
Kevin
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It's the Sparco 383 Suede:
http://www.sparcousa.com/pswheel_competition.asp?id=139
Just tried to clean it today...Suede might not be suitable for the street. *grin*
It's also 330mm...purty small.
Glad ya like it. Bummer about your car...good luck on a finding a new one!
Kevin
1989 GTUs "Bubb Rubb and Little Sis."
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