Early morning spirited driving in Socal
08-27-2006, 04:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Znod' post='327650' date='Aug 27 2006, 04:22 PM
Definitely, yes, the Step is far superior in the earlier gears. Check the write ups a few pages into the Straight-Line Performance link linked in my sig. I can't remember the post number to start with, but the discussion starts pretty early on the thread as I recall. It will be easy to find.
Edit: Start with post #11.
Edit: Start with post #11.
I had two runs against Brian, first run I was in front because of communication issues, then second run he pulled away, but no more than a 1/2 car length when I killed the throttle, can you confirm that Brian? Don't remember much, I was out of it.
08-27-2006, 04:58 PM
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good to hear you guys are enjoying your cars.. 
looks llike you had plenty of fun...
now we know steps are 1st whos 2nd manuals or SMGs?
looks llike you had plenty of fun...
now we know steps are 1st whos 2nd manuals or SMGs?
08-27-2006, 05:28 PM
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Step has the advantage of always being in the right gear with pretty much error free shifts, but in terms of fun to drive, you can't beat a manual.
I've done similar runs while driving a SMG m3, and the experience is just not the same. Getting clean, quick shifts at redline with a manual transmission makes the whole thing much more rewarding and fun.
I've done similar runs while driving a SMG m3, and the experience is just not the same. Getting clean, quick shifts at redline with a manual transmission makes the whole thing much more rewarding and fun.
08-27-2006, 06:36 PM
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When brian1225 and hollywoodtrash ran against one another, hollywoodtrash was at a disadvantage. brian1225 has the 167s which are pretty light wheels vs hollywood's Radenergie R10s. Brian1225 was also running at 1/4 tank while hollywood was at 1/2. Combine the two together hollywood was probably about 100 lbs more. I think this is part of the reason brian1225 pulled a little bit in 4th.
Regarding iceman316's results it can be argued that he too was carrying too much weight. His wheels and bass enclosure in the trunk put him at a weight disadvantage. I still think that his exhaust though is the primary culprit for his disappointing runs.
As a result of the morning's runs my next bimmer (4.4 V8 biturbo) will be a Step.
Regarding iceman316's results it can be argued that he too was carrying too much weight. His wheels and bass enclosure in the trunk put him at a weight disadvantage. I still think that his exhaust though is the primary culprit for his disappointing runs.
As a result of the morning's runs my next bimmer (4.4 V8 biturbo) will be a Step.
08-27-2006, 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by hollywoodtrash' post='327646' date='Aug 27 2006, 04:03 PM
Good run guys, sorry I left a little early, couldn't keep my eyes open. I even missed the 405 transition on the way back, threw an extra 10 miles on a detour 
I don't know if the CLS was trying or not, I don't think he heard my honks, but it was no competition. Who else ran the CLS? I can't remember
Brian your slushbox is a winner!
I don't know if the CLS was trying or not, I don't think he heard my honks, but it was no competition. Who else ran the CLS? I can't remember
Brian your slushbox is a winner!
08-27-2006, 06:57 PM
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Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by madoon' post='327685' date='Aug 27 2006, 05:58 PM
good to hear you guys are enjoying your cars..
looks llike you had plenty of fun...
now we know steps are 1st whos 2nd manuals or SMGs?
looks llike you had plenty of fun...
now we know steps are 1st whos 2nd manuals or SMGs?
08-27-2006, 07:48 PM
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Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='327724' date='Aug 27 2006, 08:37 PM
Wheres Brian... dang... I need to run him. I want a good fight.
08-27-2006, 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by jiio' post='327726' date='Aug 27 2006, 10:48 PM
See.... you shouldn't have missed out! I'm betting his 550 will walk your IS 350. He's not going to be at the Socal Meet Sept 23rd so we're going to have to arrange some other time to do some more runs.