New cars?

[digitalwanderer]

If it's using some sort of automated rpm lock/limiter device then I'm not impressed at all.

What is an automated rpm lock/limiter device and where do I pick one up for my Z? :|

I wouldn't mind being able to drift like that easy.

 

[PC-Engine]

If it's using some sort of automated rpm lock/limiter device then I'm not impressed at all.

What is an automated rpm lock/limiter device and where do I pick one up for my Z? :|

I wouldn't mind being able to drift like that easy.

It's something that automatically controls the rpm of the engine, like a software program that you program into a ECU to keep the rpms within a certaing range allowing you to concentrate on just steering and braking. Every modern car has a rev limiter that's programmed into the ECU. You could modify the program to change it to a higher or lower rpm. For example you could limit the rpm to say 5000 and just keep your gas foot floored throught the whole process preventing the need to change gears. So basically all you need to do is floor the gas pedal and use your left foot to brake while keeping your right foot floored.

 

[digitalwanderer]

Ah, thanks...that'll be something I play with once I tie my future laptop into the Z then. 8)

 

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I did a BMW Advanced Driving Course a few years ago and it's amazing what the cars can do(ABS, Tranction Control etc.).

US

I did something similar. It’s called driving in downtown Palermo in rush hour. No ABS or traction control just hand gestures and verbals assaults.

I miss that kind of attitiude SOOOO much here in Germany. Here, you could think that someone let sedatives rain during the rush hour (you know, all those a#*holes driving 80 kmh in the left lane and producing stalls etc.)