Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
12-08-2011, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 3
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Pirelli Trofeos
The last event of the season is this weekend, and it looks like the end of another set of Nitto NT01s. I've used several sets of the Nittos for the last three seasons - I like them - good wear,...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
07-26-2011, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 47,992
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
07-01-2011, 12:04 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 599,707
Re: How To Brake?
To me, the fastest way around a circuit is the compromise between covering the least amount of real estate while turning the steering wheel the least. if you can accomplish that, then the very...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-25-2011, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 175,215
Re: Smoothness
Everyone has their theories and techniques... mine in regard to smoothness, is: smooth inputs = smoothness and ultimately speed on the track. Even while at the limit, smoothness in the cockpit is...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-09-2011, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 599,707
Re: How To Brake?
The Boxster spins because he/she is braking too hard with too much steering input - too much traction on the front, while the rear has hardly any weight on it. Look at the attitude of the car as it...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-03-2011, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 599,707
Re: How To Brake?
I guess I define smoothness as not unnecessarily upsetting the balance of the car. If you were to view the car driven by the pro drivers you mention seeing using very abrupt steering and throttle...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-02-2011, 11:08 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 293,062
Re: Coaching...?
Chris is a great guy, and one of the best coaches in the business.
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-02-2011, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 599,707
Re: How To Brake?
I disagree - smoothness of inputs directly translates into smoothness of the car on the track. Often what you're seeing with in-car camera on pro drivers is them being constantly on the knife-edge -...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-02-2011, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 599,707
Re: How To Brake?
It depends on what kind of corner it is, but in every instance, your first hit on the brakes should be your hardest, then you modulate as necessary. For tight corners being approached at high speed,...
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-01-2011, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 293,062
Re: Coaching...?
Thank you for the warm welcome ... yes, that's a Cayman S in my avatar... btw, take a look in your e-mail - I sent you something to consider from the file you sent me.
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Forum: AutoX, DE and Racing Discussions
06-01-2011, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 293,062
Re: Coaching...?
Been lurking for a week or so - nice place you guys have here...
I think everyone, including coaches can benefit from coaching... no matter who you are or how good you are, little things creep...
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