11-29-2009, 06:39 AM
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Auto-x review - 3rd try
I did my third autocross in the Alero yesterday. I connected the rear strut brace this time but I wasn't going any faster... the front sb made the bigger change performance wise but both made the car feel much smoother. Here are 2 videos that survived my crappy camera setup:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cubK3p1m4KI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7j8W9RLyX4U
Next time I'll try to mount the camera on the windshield to get a better angle. Also by the next even I should have my shocks and springs installed. I'll post another review.
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CS - 06 RX8 - Special Edition Shinka, 285 Hoosier A6.
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11-29-2009, 02:59 PM
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why in the rain? and yes a wind shield mount would possibly be better
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11-29-2009, 04:54 PM
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I know its off topic but i was watching your vid and seen this what an idiot.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqR_8sPRN70
Autocross looks fun btw.
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11-29-2009, 05:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hok666
why in the rain? and yes a wind shield mount would possibly be better
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Gee, you stumped me with that question  ... a few good reasons why we autocross in the rain:
-It rains 16 days a month on average here... for november it's probably more like 20 days.
-It's fun to race in different conditions to find the limits of your car.
-Every other auto-sport does it.
-The series is called the slushed series (can't wait for it to snow)
-Rain gives FWD cars a big advantage and it was fun watching the s2000s and M3s spin out over and over 
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Originally Posted by Chipmunk-Alero
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Wow... this is right next to the guy cutting his rims to get a bolt out.
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GS - 01 Alero Coupe - MT, CG-lock,Front/rear strut tower brace,WAI,Fidanza Short throw Shifter and custom short throw clutch, AGX adjustable struts and mounts, Dropzone Springs, speedbuilt front sway bar, Toyo R888.
CS - 06 RX8 - Special Edition Shinka, 285 Hoosier A6.
Last edited by bentiac : 11-29-2009 at 05:42 PM.
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11-29-2009, 06:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bentiac
Gee, you stumped me with that question ... a few good reasons why we autocross in the rain:
-It rains 16 days a month on average here... for november it's probably more like 20 days.
-It's fun to race in different conditions to find the limits of your car.
-Every other auto-sport does it.
-The series is called the slushed series (can't wait for it to snow)
-Rain gives FWD cars a big advantage and it was fun watching the s2000s and M3s spin out over and over
Wow... this is right next to the guy cutting his rims to get a bolt out. |
wasnt trying to stump you *cough* dork!:P anyway I didnt know, I thought auto cross was dirt racing, but what the hell do I know. Absolutely nothing about racing so dont worry I was just wondering. |
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11-30-2009, 03:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hok666
wasnt trying to stump you *cough* dork!:P anyway I didnt know, I thought auto cross was dirt racing, but what the hell do I know. Absolutely nothing about racing so dont worry I was just wondering.
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That would be motorcrossing and it's for bikes... Much more extreme than autocross I think.
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CS - 06 RX8 - Special Edition Shinka, 285 Hoosier A6.
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