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Automotive Discussion Thread | OT2 | Zero to pointless fighting faster than a GT86
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AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Entering Florida and driving those first 75 miles feels like you're in Outrun (the arcade game). I love all the palm trees whizzing by and knowing that the water is right there. I feel such great relief every time I cross that border.
And Florida is a great state. NY is probably a lot worse with the crazies, especially the city. The only reason Florida is always in the funny or crazy news sections of publications is because all of Florida's crimes and arrests are made public to the press. So the press searches for the craziest shit they can find.
I have a lot of friends in the NYPD who have told me some absolutely insane shit in NYC. And I personally have witnessed some life changing shit in the subways. The two states also have enormous populations (21M each), so they both have some awful and redneck areas, as well as some extremely expensive ones. Sometimes, those areas can be right next to each other (which is frequently the case in NYC and Miami.
djSyndrome
Member
Change the two Ses to fives and you might get lucky.
Tizoc
Member
Ill check those out as well, i hadnt seen many mazda cars over here, i guess theyre not that popular heh
Thanks mate
From an objective point of view, automatics (DCTs at least) do everything better than manual transmissions - they get better fuel economy and shift faster than any human ever could. It's the subjective "driving engagement" part why they still exist at all.
As for your point about folks not knowing how to shift, if someone wants to drive a manual to make lots of noise, that's their prerogative, but also, they would still be doing the same thing with an automatic, instead they would be using paddles to do it.
In an Evo X, because the boost is like a light switch that turns on around 3k rpm, if you want to have good fuel economy, you shift to stay under 3k rpm. If you want to go fast, you shift to stay above 3k rpm. In a way, it's like one of them fancy eco-mode buttons
Anyway, here's a gratuitous Evo pic:
From an objective point of view, automatics (DCTs at least) do everything better than manual transmissions - they get better fuel economy and shift faster than any human ever could. It's the subjective "driving engagement" part why they still exist at all.
As for your point about folks not knowing how to shift, if someone wants to drive a manual to make lots of noise, that's their prerogative, but also, they would still be doing the same thing with an automatic, instead they would be using paddles to do it.
In an Evo X, because the boost is like a light switch that turns on around 3k rpm, if you want to have good fuel economy, you shift to stay under 3k rpm. If you want to go fast, you shift to stay above 3k rpm. In a way, it's like one of them fancy eco-mode buttons
Anyway, here's a gratuitous Evo pic:
Only partially true. Psi builds via throttle input. You can drive at 7000 rpm under light throttle and not get into boost. Hitting boost is what consumes more fuel, not going over 3000 RPM.
You can shift at 3500-4000 and be fine. But what's the point of saving fuel? The Evo X's great joy is that insane spool. You should be hitting it every chance you can.
Only partially true. Psi builds via throttle input. You can drive at 7000 rpm under light throttle and not get into boost. Hitting boost is what consumes more fuel, not going over 3000 RPM.
You can shift at 3500-4000 and be fine. But what's the point of saving fuel? The Evo X's great joy is that insane spool. You should be hitting it every chance you can.
You're absolutely right - I wasn't trying to say that boost was constantly on after 3k rpm, but it can be tough to avoid it as it does not take much throttle application at all to dip into that boost.
Yeah, especially since even freeway driving doesn't even increase your mileage that much because the engine is on boil in 5th gear and all it takes is a slight push of your right foot to get a nice rush of boost...
From an objective point of view, automatics (DCTs at least) do everything better than manual transmissions - they get better fuel economy and shift faster than any human ever could. It's the subjective "driving engagement" part why they still exist at all.
As for your point about folks not knowing how to shift, if someone wants to drive a manual to make lots of noise, that's their prerogative, but also, they would still be doing the same thing with an automatic, instead they would be using paddles to do it.
In an Evo X, because the boost is like a light switch that turns on around 3k rpm, if you want to have good fuel economy, you shift to stay under 3k rpm. If you want to go fast, you shift to stay above 3k rpm. In a way, it's like one of them fancy eco-mode buttons
SAVE THE MANUALS!
I concede that a good DCT/PDK will outshift me every day of the week. I will not concede that they are the better transmission though in like you said the subjective part. I only drove manual cars since I was 17 basically. There is an engagement, a feel that I can not get from the flappy paddles.
That is also correct about something boosted and fuel economy. If you can stay in vacuum you will get better MPGs. Soon as you come close to or hit balance (0psi) your mpgs drop. You go into positive boost, you're throwing gas to the fire.
My Evo 8 with it's mods got roughtly 12mpg on my trips due to it's mods lol. My WRX got around 29mpg on my commute. My RS since tune gets 24mpg. Too bad I can't keep off the throttle though and those pops and bangs from that tune and get around 19mpg... lol.
jongkookie
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In Vegas this weekend and posting since my Uber driver is being a little shit and is taking his sweet ass time to get me from the MGM Grand to the Venetian...
Why the hell are there so many ricers here?
3/4's of them also have Cali plates so I'm guessing they're also visiting?
On the other hand, there's some fantastic cars here. Walking the strip earlier by Paris, a Huracan, 458, and GT-R looked like they were engaging in shenanigans. The sound was fncking fantastic, I stopped myself to just to look lol.
Why the hell are there so many ricers here?
3/4's of them also have Cali plates so I'm guessing they're also visiting?
On the other hand, there's some fantastic cars here. Walking the strip earlier by Paris, a Huracan, 458, and GT-R looked like they were engaging in shenanigans. The sound was fncking fantastic, I stopped myself to just to look lol.
Nice, I was going to go with that spoiler but ended up going with the TRD, only thing letting it down (just imo) is the front bumper, looks overly complex compared to the relatively clean sides and rear.Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
TRD actually shared one of my photos of the car on their Instagram page, which was a nice surprise.
Also, do you occasionally get a stone hitch-hiking in your trd skirts, rolling back and forth as you accelerate/decelerate? mine do (factory installed) and it bugs me lol
Fallout-NL
Member
Cool as hell. Great pictures too, Squared.
Thanks! Yeah, I know the guy who makes/sells them, so for me the choice was easy
Besides, even if I didn't I'd buy it, it's my favorite spoiler for the 86 so far!Haha so far, I haven't had a stone get in there, BUT, speaking of spoilers - when I removed my OEM spoiler to test fit the whaletail, I accidentaly dropped one of the bolts inside the trunk lid.
And no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't get it out, and you can only imagine how annoying it was having that bolt rattle around inside the metal trunk. A friend who works as a mechanic spent an hour trying too, long magnets and everything. Eventually we just sprayed that "noise removing" grease you spray in hard to reach compartments, that dries and forms this sticky, rubbery material, trapping the bolt and at least making it stay put
Thank you very much
Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
TRD actually shared one of my photos of the car on their Instagram page, which was a nice surprise.
Wow, those are great photos. That is one sharp GT86! Nicely done.
mmazurkiewicz
Member
Gaf, if you could suddenly buy any car sub $1m, what would it be?
I remember my first time in Vegas in 2006. Flight got there super late around 2am. We checked into our hotel, then hit the strip. Not 5 minutes later saw an Enzo rip it down the street and a modified Mustang drift an intersection while coming within inches of the curb. Felt like I had arrived inside of a scene from Project Gotham Racing. lol
Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
Gorgeous!
Looks like my Japanese twin.
McLaren 675LT Spider if my main criteria was driving. Aventador SV if I wanted to show off.
Although if I had a mil to drop on a car, I'd be tempted to keep saving for a 918 Spyder.
Carrera GT and a plot at the local mortuary
Fallout-NL
Member
I guess either a Ford GT40 or a Ferrari F40, whichever one can still be had for less than a million.
nabe_shogun
Member
Can I instead choose to buy a fleet of shitty old cars from craigslist?
If not, then I dunno, maybe an Aston Martin v12 vantage s, if it has to be a new car. If used is ok then I'd probably buy something like a Lancia Delta S4 street version, or something equally cool.
SuperSonic1305
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shinshoryuken
Member
white F40.
Mercedes G65 AMG
djSyndrome
Member
2016 Panamera Review
https://youtu.be/TLYlioNJYgI
that interior...mannnn
this new Panamera makes the old one look extremely outdated
https://youtu.be/TLYlioNJYgI
that interior...mannnn
this new Panamera makes the old one look extremely outdated
Very Nice. Once it comes out, I think it might be the best sport luxury 4 door on sale.
Going to a private event next month to check out the first US spec car. Should be fun.
Thanks! Yeah, I know the guy who makes/sells them, so for me the choice was easy
Haha so far, I haven't had a stone get in there, BUT, speaking of spoilers - when I removed my OEM spoiler to test fit the whaletail, I accidentaly dropped one of the bolts inside the trunk lid.
And no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't get it out, and you can only imagine how annoying it was having that bolt rattle around inside the metal trunk. A friend who works as a mechanic spent an hour trying too, long magnets and everything. Eventually we just sprayed that "noise removing" grease you spray in hard to reach compartments, that dries and forms this sticky, rubbery material, trapping the bolt and at least making it stay put
I did the exact same thing while taking off the plate fascia to install a reverse camera, ended up losing my patience and unbolting the boot lid and shaking it around upside down until the bolt was close enough to the holes to grab!
Any idea if your guy ships to japan? wouldn't mind replacing the TRD one!
mmazurkiewicz
Member
Why are you guys saying F40?
Sub million for that car has long passed.
Sub million for that car has long passed.
Thank you!
Gorgeous!
Looks like my Japanese twin.
Thanks a lot
How far did you drop it?
Not sure, haha, it's on coilovers and lowered it by eye on a lift really.
I'm sure he does, it's worldwide shipping AFAIK
mmazurkiewicz
Member
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asLA5qMTJec
This is like 20 minutes from me. I've thought about drifting this in my car last year when I got it but one, I don't know how to drift, and two I just chose to go to the track regularly.
edit: changed the link as the original got taken down.
This is like 20 minutes from me. I've thought about drifting this in my car last year when I got it but one, I don't know how to drift, and two I just chose to go to the track regularly.
edit: changed the link as the original got taken down.
I'm sure he does, it's worldwide shipping AFAIK
But does it cover the OEM spoiler mounting holes like the TRD does, now that's the big question!
If it does, pm/dm me a link to where to buy and i'll grab myself an early christmas present.
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
This is the correct response. Alternately, a CGT and time with Walter Rohrl for driving lessons.
Subjective? Come on.
The GT86 is subjective. Manuals are not.
Gorgeous! Clean as hell, and not junked up with a "stance". That's a wonderful job right there.Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
At least the plot would only need to fit an Urn.
Too soon?
Just one?
Manual 911. Maybe 911R cause that's the newest hotness. I think I'd prefer one with hydraulic steering though.
A Singer Porsche 911.
rokkerkory
Member
Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
TRD actually shared one of my photos of the car on their Instagram page, which was a nice surprise.
Love it, esp the rims
Oh right. This is my answer too.
Sparkedglory
Member
I love those wheels. You've done a great job manSpeaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
TRD actually shared one of my photos of the car on their Instagram page, which was a nice surprise.
Love it, esp the rims
Thanks for the nice words guys, appreciate it
Hmm, I think I would rather have a gaggle of nifty cars that add up to a million rather than 1 but if it had to be one then I would probably pick the 918 Spyder at msrp (yeah that's cheating a little bit but hey, this is fantasy, right?)
Otherwise, give me one of each:
Ferrari 458
Evora 400
Macan GTS
F-Type R convertible
AMG GT-S
Boxster Spyder
Aston Martin Vantage GT
Tesla Model S P90D
I believe all of that should safely fit under the 1m price cap. And I would have one car for every day of the week, plus 1 should I want to loan something out!
Edit - If you had the cars on this list you could probably join one of those high end rental services that rent owners cars out for them for hundreds of dollars a day. If you were busy enough, you might even make a profit on them, which would be sort of hilarious.
rokkerkory
Member
Really nice list, here's mines:
Ferrari 458
Huracan Spyder
Macan GTS
911 GT3 RS
Range Rover Sport Diesel
Mazdaspeed 3 hatch <<< yes, love mines that much for grocery getting
shinshoryuken
Member
Speaking of ricers, my 86 in it's current state..
TRD actually shared one of my photos of the car on their Instagram page, which was a nice surprise.
I always thought the 86/brz are one of the best looking cars in the road today......Yours is gorgeous!!
I dont know if this is old and posted, but I just saw it on my youtube feed today haha.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3bohq6P0Zg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3bohq6P0Zg
I like it.
Weekends: Singer 911, 911RS, 650S
Daily: Macan S Diesel, 1M/135i
Winter Beaters: Focus RS, V60 Polestar
Hauling duty: Ram 2500 Cummins Laramie
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On a slightly related note, over the past few weeks I've driven a few things in my budget for our second car. I had my list narrowed down to: G35/37 Coupe, BRZ/FRS, 128i, 135i, RX8, and 328i X Drive (E90). I'm pretty much sold on the 128i. I know what to look for, I know what I'm getting into. The 135i I like more, obviously, but not enough to warrant more expensive fixes and a higher entry price. I think the 128i might be the best kept secret when it comes to affordable fun coupes. Less weight than the 135i, hydraulic steering, great sounding engine, super reliable engine, and a very simple interior that has everything you need in a driver's car.
I know matmanx hasn't had a great experience, but that sort of stuff isn't as big of a deal for me as I'd only be putting 4-6k miles a year on it.
If the manual didn't feel like shit, I would have opted for the G35/37, as I'm familiar with the longevity of that engine from my EX35. The 1 series just felt so damn good. I'd like a slightly tighter shifter, and the suspension tightened up a bit as it'd be a second car.
Also, just passed 6k miles on the 2500 Cummins. Thing just devours miles, moves anyone out of the way, and is so comfy. I did 12 hours of driving in one day, barely any fatigue at all. The road presence is pretty great too.
