Well, it's been about 6 weeks since I bought my stock 93 Touring. Between me being busy and the car being in the shop, I haven't had a lot of time to really give it a run. So, yesterday I took a local canyon road that's got a good mix of twists, turns, short straights and some elevation change to boot. Oh, and there's hardly any traffic.

Even though I was mostly just 'cruising' to get a feel for the car, I reeled in a Z3 and some guy on a Harley like they were standing still. Even though neither of 'em would have been much competition, I was looking forward to a little Ronin. Much to my disappointment, no one wanted any so they all pulled over. I made sure they knew they made the right decision as I down-shifted and ripped by 'em. Let's just say one short straight allowed me to see just how quickly you can get to 120... and back again. Smooth as butter.

On the hairpins I noticed how much the pillar can get in the way when you're trying to see what's up ahead (rocks or motorcycles). It's probably no worse than any other sports car, but it does require some getting used to. I don't think I'll be placing any guages up there

I've now had a first-hand taste of the world class handling and speed that I've heard and read so much about. I'm afraid it might be addicting.

 

There's a support group for you my son. It's called scca solo 1. Welcome to the tribe

 

Yeah, it's even worse at night with the "indiglo" apexi boost gauge (anyone tried to install a switch for the light?).

 

You of course scoped out the road at slow speed first to make sure there were no rocks or sandy spots, right?

 

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For the most part I was just cruising... faster than average traffic, but well within the limits of the car. There were some occasional bursts when I couldn't help myself but I never heard tire squeeling. The car is new to me, so I limited any excessive speeding to straights. I did come across one sandy spot which I had ample time to slow down for. Unfortunately, these canyon roads do have their fair share of that.

 

I lvoe it, the handling of these cars is amazing, it is so nimble. My favorite thing to do is take 90deg. right turns on streets at excess speeds, scares the **** out of the people waiting at the light from road you are turning on to. lol. I have 2 of 4 RB spings on my car (my latest prject) I hope they will make it even better.

 

put some springs in the car and a front strut bar- youll really be amazed- you can get both for about $300.....

 

rocks and debri can be pretty scary but usually what gets you is some dirt or sand run off and if you want to continue to go 120 on public roads scan first for the five O as well cause at that speed don't stop and if they get your license is suspended.

Is so addicting I just got a back up fd for when one needs some repairs. I love flooring 3rd gear on a country road with a very mild s turn and feeling just slightest bit of lift as you scoot over the uneven sections
damn thats a rush.

 

Oh yeah, but you are going to burn in hell for that! I did the same thing to a guy in a monster truck the other day turning left 'cause I didn't want to get behind his rock flinging tires! I literally froze him in place at the intersection! Boy, was he pissed since he had to wait to make his turn another couple of cars! He was so pissed he tried to catch up to me but that was not going to happen zoom zoom. Best laugh I've had all week. Grinning like a friggen' idiot as I drifted through there totally under control! HAHAHAHAHHHHAHAHAHA! God I hate SUV's!!!!!!!!!!!!