FQ-400 around the track

lancerwrc · June 15th, 2005, 1:15 AM

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

GraemePC · June 15th, 2005, 5:05 AM

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Originally Posted by lancerwrc

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

I believe they run several laps and show the fastest one, so even though he dropped off the boost, that lap was quicker than the other ones. I doubt they could get a much better time.

jeffy777 · June 15th, 2005, 5:35 AM

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Originally Posted by lancerwrc

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

I believe they run several laps and show the fastest one, so even though he dropped off the boost, that lap was quicker than the other ones. I doubt they could get a much better time.

I think he's right. And it was a fast lap with a great car.

Kip_6666 · June 15th, 2005, 7:32 AM

I think people take the laptimes a bit too seriously. Different tires, different conditions and driver error can make a huge difference. I would base calling one car quicker than the other entirely on the laptime.

jeffy777 · June 15th, 2005, 7:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Kip_6666

I think people take the laptimes a bit too seriously. Different tires, different conditions and driver error can make a huge difference. I would base calling one car quicker than the other entirely on the laptime.

Did you mean to say "I wouldn't base....?" If so, then yes I agree with you

lancerwrc · June 15th, 2005, 7:48 AM

hmmm..ok

watto · June 15th, 2005, 7:54 AM

I have to agree with you there... and then there's some of times they've done in the wet in cars that deserve to be MUCH higher placed.

Namely:
911 Carrera S
Lambo Gallardo
911 GT3
Murcielago

I could keep crapping on, but you get the point im sure.

Kip_6666 · June 15th, 2005, 7:57 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffy777

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Originally Posted by Kip_6666

I think people take the laptimes a bit too seriously. Different tires, different conditions and driver error can make a huge difference. I would base calling one car quicker than the other entirely on the laptime.

Did you mean to say "I wouldn't base....?" If so, then yes I agree with you

heh, yup.
Hey, its early and i feel like shit :/ And I've always been a lazy typer.

jeffy777 · June 15th, 2005, 7:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Kip_6666

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Originally Posted by jeffy777

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Originally Posted by Kip_6666

I think people take the laptimes a bit too seriously. Different tires, different conditions and driver error can make a huge difference. I would base calling one car quicker than the other entirely on the laptime.

Did you mean to say "I wouldn't base....?" If so, then yes I agree with you

heh, yup.
Hey, its early and i feel like shit :/ And I've always been a lazy typer.

heh, you're not the only one. Only difference is it's late here images/smilies/wink.gif

Jasruler · June 16th, 2005, 4:25 AM

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Originally Posted by lancerwrc

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

I have a strange feeling the Stig knows what he is doing. images/smilies/rolleyes.gif

Leppy · June 16th, 2005, 5:52 AM

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Originally Posted by lancerwrc

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

I wouldn't take what eveything JC says during those commentaries as gospel either.

GraemeH · June 16th, 2005, 12:44 PM

You can pretty clearly see it and hear it, nevermind jeremy's comments.

Jasruler · June 16th, 2005, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Leppy

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Originally Posted by lancerwrc

I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

I wouldn't take what eveything JC says during those commentaries as gospel either.

When an engine drops off the turbo, a lot of the intake noise is lost, some gear whine quiets down, etc etc.

It was pretty clear that he was off the boost.

Skett · June 17th, 2005, 1:29 AM

it was still the fastest time he managed with the car, and it was only round the hammerhead so not a major thing really

watto · June 17th, 2005, 3:19 AM

^^Also, it is quite obvious the car has slowed down compared to what it was doing out of, say chicago... What a sweet car though.

the afro guy · June 17th, 2005, 6:46 PM

you have to remember that at the end of the day, with cars you only get what you pay for. a car like the evo isn't going to work in all situations you can throw at it. like JC said, it has massive turbo lag and can quite easily fally off boost. i have driven a few very laggy cars (read boost comes at 5000rpm) and it is quite difficult to keep them on boost at times.

it is still a good time, and i doubt that there was much more that could have been gotten out of it. the stig would have done so many laps of that track by now that i think he could almost do it blindfolded and driving only being allowed to use reverse gear and still not make a mistake

whoster · June 17th, 2005, 9:07 PM

not to mention the fact that it drinks gasoline like a 18-wheeler...

FOUR MILES TO THE GALLON@#%$@#$%

i like the peformance and all, but that is ridiculously low.

bihus · June 18th, 2005, 3:58 AM

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not to mention the fact that it drinks gasoline like a 18-wheeler...

FOUR MILES TO THE GALLON@#%$@#$%

i like the peformance and all, but that is ridiculously low.

Almost any tuned car will do that kind of mileage on track...

Leppy · June 18th, 2005, 4:45 AM

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not to mention the fact that it drinks gasoline like a 18-wheeler...

FOUR MILES TO THE GALLON@#%$@#$%

i like the peformance and all, but that is ridiculously low.

My mates short-wheel based landy does 2ks/Litre. And its bog standard.

June 15th, 2005, 1:15 AM	#1
lancerwrc Joined: Jun 2nd, 2004 Last Online: October 17th, 2007 Posts: 133 Rep Power: 0	FQ-400 around the track I know it was kinda long ago since the stig took it around the track. But i feel that he could have done a faster time, esp when u see the section where there was lots of turbo lag and jeremy went ' He's dropped off the boost! He has no power! ' . Well i think he could have shifted down or something to get that extra split second or something. Well thats my opinion, heh. What do you guys think?

June 15th, 2005, 7:32 AM	#4
Kip_6666 I Bought This Title :o Joined: May 17th, 2004 Last Online: November 20th, 2009 Location: The Netherlands Age: 23 Posts: 3,041 Car: Saab 9-3 2.0t @ stage 3 now & Saab Viggen Rep Power: 53	I think people take the laptimes a bit too seriously. Different tires, different conditions and driver error can make a huge difference. I would base calling one car quicker than the other entirely on the laptime. __________________ http://www.internet-memes.com Now with 50% less database error My Flickr

June 16th, 2005, 12:44 PM	#12
GraemeH Joined: Apr 19th, 2005 Last Online: 4:43 AM Location: Scotland, UK Posts: 2,068 Car: Toyota Corolla. Rawrr. LFS Status: Rep Power: 34	You can pretty clearly see it and hear it, nevermind jeremy's comments. __________________

June 17th, 2005, 1:29 AM	#14
Skett Joined: Mar 14th, 2005 Last Online: December 26th, 2007 Location: UK Posts: 223 Rep Power: 0	it was still the fastest time he managed with the car, and it was only round the hammerhead so not a major thing really __________________ Throwing acid is wrong, in some peoples eyes...

June 17th, 2005, 6:46 PM	#16
the afro guy Joined: Jun 17th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 13 Car: bmw 325i/327i Rep Power: 0	you have to remember that at the end of the day, with cars you only get what you pay for. a car like the evo isn't going to work in all situations you can throw at it. like JC said, it has massive turbo lag and can quite easily fally off boost. i have driven a few very laggy cars (read boost comes at 5000rpm) and it is quite difficult to keep them on boost at times. it is still a good time, and i doubt that there was much more that could have been gotten out of it. the stig would have done so many laps of that track by now that i think he could almost do it blindfolded and driving only being allowed to use reverse gear and still not make a mistake __________________ I am God..... I know this because one day I was praying and discovered I was talking to myself.

June 15th, 2005, 7:48 AM	#6
lancerwrc Joined: Jun 2nd, 2004 Last Online: October 17th, 2007 Posts: 133 Rep Power: 0	hmmm..ok

June 15th, 2005, 7:54 AM	#7
watto Unloved and lacking a title Joined: Jun 13th, 2005 Last Online: 3:33 AM Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 24 Posts: 5,708 Car: MY06 Impreza 2.0R Hatch Rep Power: 73	I have to agree with you there... and then there's some of times they've done in the wet in cars that deserve to be MUCH higher placed. Namely: 911 Carrera S Lambo Gallardo 911 GT3 Murcielago I could keep crapping on, but you get the point im sure.

June 17th, 2005, 3:19 AM	#15
watto Unloved and lacking a title Joined: Jun 13th, 2005 Last Online: 3:33 AM Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 24 Posts: 5,708 Car: MY06 Impreza 2.0R Hatch Rep Power: 73	^^Also, it is quite obvious the car has slowed down compared to what it was doing out of, say chicago... What a sweet car though.

June 17th, 2005, 9:07 PM	#17
whoster Joined: Jun 7th, 2005 Last Online: November 16th, 2009 Location: toyota city, CA Posts: 795 Car: Lexus GS400 Rep Power: 21	not to mention the fact that it drinks gasoline like a 18-wheeler... FOUR MILES TO THE GALLON@#%$@#$% i like the peformance and all, but that is ridiculously low. __________________ 1998 Lexus GS400 twit.

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