new V8V owner here :)
#34
when did you get out to T-hill. I was instructing two guys, one in a DBS and the other a 997 turbo. got mine out for a lap or two also.
how was it. impressions?
how was it. impressions?
#35
Thanks Double! And I really dig your new wheel replacements! Enjoy in good health friend!
#36
The only disadvantage is that it is a "far piece" from the Bay Area. Sears Point (Infineon) is closer and is more challenging, but I think the facilities are not as "driver" friendly as Thunderhill. Laguna is owned by Monterey Parks and Rec. and they obviously don't spend much on driver facilities-other than those who can afford a "garage"...
I am looking forward to the opening of the "West" track at T"hill later this year - six or so miles per lap when both courses are combined.
#40
Congratulations on your purchase!
I definitely recommend letting off the gas during shifts when you're driving normally. It really smooths out the 'lurch' from the tranny. When you're more aggressive, I don't worry about it. The shifts happen faster during more spirited driving and my clutch locks up great that way. Just don't gun it off the line. You'll smell burnt clutch for the couple blocks. Ouch!
If you're interested in exhausts, check out YT videos on the Quicksilver system. It's amazing. I had it on mine when it arrived. Unfortunately it was a little too loud for my style so it's sitting at my mechanic waiting for a new home! Also, look into either pulling fuse 22 or removing the vacuum lines from each side of the exhaust and plug up the vac lines for a HUGE improvement on the sound. Once again, YT is your best friend here.
Have a great time with your new baby!
I definitely recommend letting off the gas during shifts when you're driving normally. It really smooths out the 'lurch' from the tranny. When you're more aggressive, I don't worry about it. The shifts happen faster during more spirited driving and my clutch locks up great that way. Just don't gun it off the line. You'll smell burnt clutch for the couple blocks. Ouch!
If you're interested in exhausts, check out YT videos on the Quicksilver system. It's amazing. I had it on mine when it arrived. Unfortunately it was a little too loud for my style so it's sitting at my mechanic waiting for a new home! Also, look into either pulling fuse 22 or removing the vacuum lines from each side of the exhaust and plug up the vac lines for a HUGE improvement on the sound. Once again, YT is your best friend here.
Have a great time with your new baby!
#42
05 Maserati Coupe F1
2013: front passenger control arm - $1800
2012: Water pump and heater core - $8700
2011: rear tie rod issue but still have to replace the whole control arm - $1800
2010: reverse switch + major - $4500
2009: clutch + bell housing + windows regulator - $9000
Saturn
http://www.flickr.com/photos/saturnsdrives/sets
2013: front passenger control arm - $1800
2012: Water pump and heater core - $8700
2011: rear tie rod issue but still have to replace the whole control arm - $1800
2010: reverse switch + major - $4500
2009: clutch + bell housing + windows regulator - $9000
Saturn
http://www.flickr.com/photos/saturnsdrives/sets
#43
05 Maserati Coupe F1
2013: front passenger control arm - $1800
2012: Water pump and heater core - $8700
2011: rear tie rod issue but still have to replace the whole control arm - $1800
2010: reverse switch + major - $4500
2009: clutch + bell housing + windows regulator - $9000
Saturn
http://www.flickr.com/photos/saturnsdrives/sets
2013: front passenger control arm - $1800
2012: Water pump and heater core - $8700
2011: rear tie rod issue but still have to replace the whole control arm - $1800
2010: reverse switch + major - $4500
2009: clutch + bell housing + windows regulator - $9000
Saturn
http://www.flickr.com/photos/saturnsdrives/sets
#45
Thanks man--congrats on your soon-to-be acquisition! I hope to install some cats and get some tuning in the near future. Will report back with dyno graphs.