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FITT RUF Challenge
- Thread starter shaunm80
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- TheInfamousJEW69
As @Otaliema said, Test!! Your one of the fastest drivers that is consistently invovled on most of these threads. I'd love to hear your feedback on any of my own tunes, not to mention seeing how your times compare in the same cars we're all testing. No pressure, just sayin'!
Edit: I was typing while you posted next...
Unfortunately you're right about people not being able to take some critiques... Maybe one day you'll change your mind! 👍
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- Otaliema
I totally understand that.
If you change your mind and give them a shot I'll be happy to proof read reviews to soften them up a bit.
- 5,663
- Ohio
Alright. 👍
- 7,163
- Exeter
- morans1980
Awesome job. Thanks for testing and you obviously found a few tunes that really suit your style.Sorry for the double post but I think my reviews deserve their own post.
All testing was done over 10 laps at Cape ring north with grip set to real, no aides except ABS 1 on a DFGT wheel.
@lBt_33
Best Lap Time - 1:34.870
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune had me going through mood swings. The understeer was horrible in mid corner, had great entry, but would understeer on exit unless I used the throttle, sparingly, to steer it out. If I was too heavy footed the back end would come around immediately. The brakes were good once I learned to be light footed to avoid lock up. If they locked up the understeer was uncontrollable. I had quite a few red laps due to this tune's unpredictability... Overall a good effort!
@xande1959
Best Lap Time - 1:35.024
DC - 8.0
Tune Comments - Consistently inconsistent is the only way I can describe this tune... The understeer while braking had me sliding into walls all over the track. The brakes were great as long as I was going in a straight line, otherwise I had to be very careful so I wouldn't lose my line. 2nd - 5th gears were good, I never used 1st. When shifting into 6th going up the hill after the round 'a' bout, it would bog down. If the understeer was less this car would've been quick! Good effort sir!
@coryclifford
Best Lap Time - 1:33.883
DC - 9.6
Tune Comments - Wow! Less is more with this tune. Still had some understeer mid corner and a little on exit, but that was solved with a little throttle control. The brakes felt a little weak but I think that's because I was carrying so much more speed through the corners, I just had to brake a touch earlier. The tranny could've used some tuning, but having seen and used some of your other tunes, I assume that's just not your thing... Great Job!! This is probably a podium tune!
@randyrockstiff
Best Lap Time - 1:34.993
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune was like a girl with her hair up in a ponytail. She needs to let her hair down and loosen up! It just felt too stiff and uptight. The front end was too planted causing understeer all the way through corners. If I got on the throttle too soon or heavy to try and combat the understeer, I would be punished by the inside rear tire instantly turning red causing me to spin or slide. The trans was set up like a 4 speed, as I never used 1st or 6th. I felt second was too long causing the rear end to break lose at high RPM. Not sure if this was gearing or LSD issue. The brakes felt great and really helped me reel this tune in and break the 1:35 mark. Really good effort, just some gearing and LSD issues. Otherwise it would've been a 1:33 tune!
@Brewguy44
Best Lap Time - 1:33.727
DC - 9.8
Tune Comments - Great tune! This car was planted! It had some understeer on corner exit that caused me to run wide a few times, but was easily worked around once I figured it out. The brakes were ok, maybe could've been a touch stronger, but it could just be the same issue I had with Cory's tune, corner speed! This tranny was a 5 speed, as I never touched sixth, but I don't think it hurt any. This would've been a perfect 10 if it wasn't for the understeer. Great Job! Another podium finisher for sure!
@Otaliema
Best Lap Time - 1:33.915
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - I loved this tune! I felt like I could drive it forever trying to best my previous laps. It did have a bit of understeer on entry that carried to mid corner, but the exit was spot on! I could've used a bit longer gears in 3rd and 4th, but that's just because I hate shifting the DFGT while the wheel is turned because of where the "paddle" buttons are. The brakes were perfect! Excellent Job!!
@joaosoarescso
Best Lap Time - 1:33.665
DC - 10
Tune Comments - BRAVO!!! This tune was perfect, hence the 10! I was really surprised by this one. Not really any understeer, a touch of oversteer in just the right spots. The only "bad" thing I have to say is don't hit the curbs! Then again the point is to stay on the blacktop! Absolutely amazing job taming this car!!
@Ale67
Best Lap Time - 1:33.312
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - Another amazing tune! Great job! The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is the outside rear tire would glow on exit if I was to hard on the throttle. And once the back end started to go I could not catch it for the life of me! That kept it from being as consistent as I would've liked... Otherwise wonderfully done!!!
Edit: Just fixed some typo's (smart phones really suck for this kind of stuff)
Close scores ideed and look at the lap times.. 4 tunes within 0.300 (s). I am not placing a bet on that one!
I echo what @Otaliema said, if you want to test and see what you can do wit the tunes, I encourage you to do so. Otaliema or myself with help soften any reviews if you think they might be negative. Personally, I would love to see what you can do with these cars, but no pressure to test.
Testing/Review Sheet updated again for testers
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- Lionheart2113
I don't think you have to worry about your reviews upsetting anyone....it's your lap times that would make me cry!
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- Portugal
- JoaoCsO
Sorry for the double post but I think my reviews deserve their own post.
All testing was done over 10 laps at Cape ring north with grip set to real, no aides except ABS 1 on a DFGT wheel.
@lBt_33
Best Lap Time - 1:34.870
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune had me going through mood swings. The understeer was horrible in mid corner, had great entry, but would understeer on exit unless I used the throttle, sparingly, to steer it out. If I was too heavy footed the back end would come around immediately. The brakes were good once I learned to be light footed to avoid lock up. If they locked up the understeer was uncontrollable. I had quite a few red laps due to this tune's unpredictability... Overall a good effort!
@xande1959
Best Lap Time - 1:35.024
DC - 8.0
Tune Comments - Consistently inconsistent is the only way I can describe this tune... The understeer while braking had me sliding into walls all over the track. The brakes were great as long as I was going in a straight line, otherwise I had to be very careful so I wouldn't lose my line. 2nd - 5th gears were good, I never used 1st. When shifting into 6th going up the hill after the round 'a' bout, it would bog down. If the understeer was less this car would've been quick! Good effort sir!
@coryclifford
Best Lap Time - 1:33.883
DC - 9.6
Tune Comments - Wow! Less is more with this tune. Still had some understeer mid corner and a little on exit, but that was solved with a little throttle control. The brakes felt a little weak but I think that's because I was carrying so much more speed through the corners, I just had to brake a touch earlier. The tranny could've used some tuning, but having seen and used some of your other tunes, I assume that's just not your thing... Great Job!! This is probably a podium tune!
@randyrockstiff
Best Lap Time - 1:34.993
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune was like a girl with her hair up in a ponytail. She needs to let her hair down and loosen up! It just felt too stiff and uptight. The front end was too planted causing understeer all the way through corners. If I got on the throttle too soon or heavy to try and combat the understeer, I would be punished by the inside rear tire instantly turning red causing me to spin or slide. The trans was set up like a 4 speed, as I never used 1st or 6th. I felt second was too long causing the rear end to break lose at high RPM. Not sure if this was gearing or LSD issue. The brakes felt great and really helped me reel this tune in and break the 1:35 mark. Really good effort, just some gearing and LSD issues. Otherwise it would've been a 1:33 tune!
@Brewguy44
Best Lap Time - 1:33.727
DC - 9.8
Tune Comments - Great tune! This car was planted! It had some understeer on corner exit that caused me to run wide a few times, but was easily worked around once I figured it out. The brakes were ok, maybe could've been a touch stronger, but it could just be the same issue I had with Cory's tune, corner speed! This tranny was a 5 speed, as I never touched sixth, but I don't think it hurt any. This would've been a perfect 10 if it wasn't for the understeer. Great Job! Another podium finisher for sure!
@Otaliema
Best Lap Time - 1:33.915
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - I loved this tune! I felt like I could drive it forever trying to best my previous laps. It did have a bit of understeer on entry that carried to mid corner, but the exit was spot on! I could've used a bit longer gears in 3rd and 4th, but that's just because I hate shifting the DFGT while the wheel is turned because of where the "paddle" buttons are. The brakes were perfect! Excellent Job!!
@joaosoarescso
Best Lap Time - 1:33.665
DC - 10
Tune Comments - BRAVO!!! This tune was perfect, hence the 10! I was really surprised by this one. Not really any understeer, a touch of oversteer in just the right spots. The only "bad" thing I have to say is don't hit the curbs! Then again the point is to stay on the blacktop! Absolutely amazing job taming this car!!
@Ale67
Best Lap Time - 1:33.312
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - Another amazing tune! Great job! The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is the outside rear tire would glow on exit if I was to hard on the throttle. And once the back end started to go I could not catch it for the life of me! That kept it from being as consistent as I would've liked... Otherwise wonderfully done!!!
Edit: Just fixed some typo's (smart phones really suck for this kind of stuff)
Thank you very much on the review.
Im being spoiled right now with that 10
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- Fast-Alex67
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- JoaoCsO
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- Italy
- Fast-Alex67
FITT RUF Challenge
Sports Class
Testing Date: (Jan. 23 - Feb. 6)
Car(s):
3400S (1:33.2xx post transmission & LSD adjustments)
Regulations: (525pp/SM/95%^)
Track: Cape Ring North (2.39) 24° @ 14:30
Driving Options
Driving Line: OFF
Blind Spot Indicator: OFF
Active Steering: OFF
Traction Control: 0
Active Stability Management (ASM): OFF
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS): 1
Skid Recovery Force (SRF): OFF
Controller Sensitivity: 5
Grip set to Real
DS3 (dpads)
"X" throttle
Square brake
Automatic Transmission
Since we do have a few new tuners/testers...
**I’m not a negative person, so if there is any criticism of a tune; it’s not meant to be an insult or a personal attack against that tuner, and if my time is slower than what you have, then that’s fair enough. These are non bias opinions based on how I drive and should be taken with a grain of salt! I respect and appreciate the time the tuners have put into their tunes and I will try everything I can to get the most out of the tune itself.**
-All tunes were ran for 2 sets of 6 consecutive laps. The fastest non-red lap time was recorded.
-With this particular track, a fast time doesn't necessarily mean a high DC score or vice versa.
@lBt_33
Lap Time - 1:33.591
DC Score - 8.5
Review:
The front was very responsive on initial turn in, but that came with a price. I struggled finding rear grip on low speed throttle, high speed exits, and braking. This edgy loose condition gave me lack of confidence in what to expect from the car led to very inconsistent lap times on this particular tight track.
@xande1959
Lap Time - 1:33.696
DC Score - 9.0
Review:
I liked this car. The transmission was unique and the rear could get away from you if provoked, but it worked to my driving style. So many sections of the track I could give it full throttle and full dpad knowing it would stick. The only thing I would ask for is more forgiveness on the rumble strips. Like Otaliemas, it would keep up with the leaders until the last section as the bumps upset the car just enough. This car is deserving of the "xande blue" paint job!👍
@coryclifford
Lap Time - 1:32.849
DC Score - 9.3
Review:
A fun car to drive! A little on the snug side for a few parts of the track, but manageable. Consistent car to drive lap after lap. Another great tune Cory, good job!
@randyrockstiff
Lap Time - 1:34.520
DC Score - 8.0
Review:
Large amounts of understeer due to the inside rear losing grip leads to sliding oversteer on exit. Coming into the last turn; 3 out of 4 tires were losing grip, but in a strange order. Slower lap times are due to this, weight, and the ability to cut some curbs. The car didn't appreciate being fed rumble strips, but I will say that it had the best landing on the hill. Always landed on all 4's with no bounce even on full throttle.
@Brewguy44
Lap Time - 1:32.836
DC Score - 9.5
Review:
Amazing tune! Only thing was getting kicked down to 1st gear a few times, but as long as you pointed it straight, you could easily get out of the corner with little wheel spin. I see this tune getting a lot of love as it is so easy to drive....Great job!
@Otaliema
Lap Time - 1:33.716
DC Score - 8.8
Review:
The transmission was quick and responsive. The tune was good when on the "proper" drive line, but if you wondered off, it was difficult to recover. The understeer used to tame this savage chihuahua did hurt through the last section...I was always close to the fastest ghost until the last set of turns.
@joaosoarescso
Lap Time - 1:33.384
DC Score - 8.7
Review:
The front end slid on corner entry causing me to diamond the corners and the suspension loved to get unloaded on the crests. It's not a bad tune, it just felt as if I was skating around on top of the track instead of stuck to it. Good effort and welcome.
@Ale67
Lap Time - 1:32.635
DC Score - 8.6
Review:
Holy 🤬 what a beast! The rear end loves to slide, especially if you get a single rear wheel on the rumble strip. And for some reason, even with the strong brakes, it still didn't want to slow down for corners. Most of which is solved by earlier braking points. This is what I call a "raw" tune. It's brilliant for Time Trials because there is the chance of putting out a quick lap, but it is one that I would fear in race conditions.
@Lionheart2113 Very Very Thank you. I'm very happy. thanks for the great review!!!!
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- Italy
- Fast-Alex67
Sorry for the double post but I think my reviews deserve their own post.
All testing was done over 10 laps at Cape ring north with grip set to real, no aides except ABS 1 on a DFGT wheel.
@lBt_33
Best Lap Time - 1:34.870
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune had me going through mood swings. The understeer was horrible in mid corner, had great entry, but would understeer on exit unless I used the throttle, sparingly, to steer it out. If I was too heavy footed the back end would come around immediately. The brakes were good once I learned to be light footed to avoid lock up. If they locked up the understeer was uncontrollable. I had quite a few red laps due to this tune's unpredictability... Overall a good effort!
@xande1959
Best Lap Time - 1:35.024
DC - 8.0
Tune Comments - Consistently inconsistent is the only way I can describe this tune... The understeer while braking had me sliding into walls all over the track. The brakes were great as long as I was going in a straight line, otherwise I had to be very careful so I wouldn't lose my line. 2nd - 5th gears were good, I never used 1st. When shifting into 6th going up the hill after the round 'a' bout, it would bog down. If the understeer was less this car would've been quick! Good effort sir!
@coryclifford
Best Lap Time - 1:33.883
DC - 9.6
Tune Comments - Wow! Less is more with this tune. Still had some understeer mid corner and a little on exit, but that was solved with a little throttle control. The brakes felt a little weak but I think that's because I was carrying so much more speed through the corners, I just had to brake a touch earlier. The tranny could've used some tuning, but having seen and used some of your other tunes, I assume that's just not your thing... Great Job!! This is probably a podium tune!
@randyrockstiff
Best Lap Time - 1:34.993
DC - 8.5
Tune Comments - This tune was like a girl with her hair up in a ponytail. She needs to let her hair down and loosen up! It just felt too stiff and uptight. The front end was too planted causing understeer all the way through corners. If I got on the throttle too soon or heavy to try and combat the understeer, I would be punished by the inside rear tire instantly turning red causing me to spin or slide. The trans was set up like a 4 speed, as I never used 1st or 6th. I felt second was too long causing the rear end to break lose at high RPM. Not sure if this was gearing or LSD issue. The brakes felt great and really helped me reel this tune in and break the 1:35 mark. Really good effort, just some gearing and LSD issues. Otherwise it would've been a 1:33 tune!
@Brewguy44
Best Lap Time - 1:33.727
DC - 9.8
Tune Comments - Great tune! This car was planted! It had some understeer on corner exit that caused me to run wide a few times, but was easily worked around once I figured it out. The brakes were ok, maybe could've been a touch stronger, but it could just be the same issue I had with Cory's tune, corner speed! This tranny was a 5 speed, as I never touched sixth, but I don't think it hurt any. This would've been a perfect 10 if it wasn't for the understeer. Great Job! Another podium finisher for sure!
@Otaliema
Best Lap Time - 1:33.915
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - I loved this tune! I felt like I could drive it forever trying to best my previous laps. It did have a bit of understeer on entry that carried to mid corner, but the exit was spot on! I could've used a bit longer gears in 3rd and 4th, but that's just because I hate shifting the DFGT while the wheel is turned because of where the "paddle" buttons are. The brakes were perfect! Excellent Job!!
@joaosoarescso
Best Lap Time - 1:33.665
DC - 10
Tune Comments - BRAVO!!! This tune was perfect, hence the 10! I was really surprised by this one. Not really any understeer, a touch of oversteer in just the right spots. The only "bad" thing I have to say is don't hit the curbs! Then again the point is to stay on the blacktop! Absolutely amazing job taming this car!!
@Ale67
Best Lap Time - 1:33.312
DC - 9.9
Tune Comments - Another amazing tune! Great job! The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is the outside rear tire would glow on exit if I was to hard on the throttle. And once the back end started to go I could not catch it for the life of me! That kept it from being as consistent as I would've liked... Otherwise wonderfully done!!!
Edit: Just fixed some typo's (smart phones really suck for this kind of stuff)
@TheInfamousJEW6, very very happy. Great best time.
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- Cincinnati, OH
- TCR_BassAddict
Finally! I have the day to myself and will finish my testing and report later today...
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- California
- TheInfamousJEW69
The quality of tuning in here just amazes me! @Ale67 and @joaosoarescso your tunes flat out surprised me and all I wanted to do was run 10 more laps to see how low I could get my lap times!
I'm going to have to start working on the old school class next since there are so many entries, (and more still coming in) it'll take some time to get through them all.
Happy Monday to all!
I'm going to have to start working on the old school class next since there are so many entries, (and more still coming in) it'll take some time to get through them all.
Happy Monday to all!
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- Exeter
- morans1980
25mins per car. 10-11 entries. Should take you about 4-5 hours to do them all. Break it up into segments though, these screaming banshees might drive you nuts if you do it in one goThe quality of tuning in here just amazes me! @Ale67 and @joaosoarescso your tunes flat out surprised me and all I wanted to do was run 10 more laps to see how low I could get my lap times!
I'm going to have to start working on the old school class next since there are so many entries, (and more still coming in) it'll take some time to get through them all.
Happy Monday to all!
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- nova iguaçu
- xande1959
@Lionheart2113@xande1959
Lap Time - 1:33.696
DC Score - 9.0
Review:
I liked this car. The transmission was unique and the rear could get away from you if provoked, but it worked to my driving style. So many sections of the track I could give it full throttle and full dpad knowing it would stick. The only thing I would ask for is more forgiveness on the rumble strips. Like Otaliemas, it would keep up with the leaders until the last section as the bumps upset the car just enough. This car is deserving of the "xande blue" paint job!
thank you friends testers. their comments were direct in my setup. if he had put a 120 kg could balance the distribution of weight. (52:48 or 51:49) surely this car would improve a lot.
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- Portugal
- JoaoCsO
@Lionheart2113@xande1959
Lap Time - 1:33.696
DC Score - 9.0
Review:
I liked this car. The transmission was unique and the rear could get away from you if provoked, but it worked to my driving style. So many sections of the track I could give it full throttle and full dpad knowing it would stick. The only thing I would ask for is more forgiveness on the rumble strips. Like Otaliemas, it would keep up with the leaders until the last section as the bumps upset the car just enough. This car is deserving of the "xande blue" paint job!
thank you friends testers. their comments were direct in my setup. if he had put a 120 kg could balance the distribution of weight. (52:48 or 51:49) surely this car would improve a lot.
Provavelmente, i seen great tunes from you before and they are really good.
- 5,663
- Ohio
Alright, here's my Old School entry.
'86 BTR with 1200+ km on the odometer just for this. I hope you like it. And I hope you come out alive.
Added body rigidity
No oil change
PDI P525N wheels
Sportin Soft tires
Suspension
100/110
7.30/6.86
4/3
3/3
6/3
0/0
0/0
Racing brakes 6/4
Drivetrain
6/6/23
Triple plate clutch
Power
Sport computer
Racing exhaust
Isometric exhaust manifold
High rpm range turbo kit
Power limiter at 97.5%
Body
Stage 3 weight reduction
Carbon hood
Transmission
Reset to default
Max Speed 180 mph (290 km/h)
Final Gear 3.950
550 PP
520 HP
1,045 kg
42/58
461 ft-lbs
2.00 kg/HP
Of pure hell
Good luck.
'86 BTR with 1200+ km on the odometer just for this. I hope you like it. And I hope you come out alive.
Added body rigidity
No oil change
PDI P525N wheels
Sportin Soft tires
Suspension
100/110
7.30/6.86
4/3
3/3
6/3
0/0
0/0
Racing brakes 6/4
Drivetrain
6/6/23
Triple plate clutch
Power
Sport computer
Racing exhaust
Isometric exhaust manifold
High rpm range turbo kit
Power limiter at 97.5%
Body
Stage 3 weight reduction
Carbon hood
Transmission
Reset to default
Max Speed 180 mph (290 km/h)
Final Gear 3.950
550 PP
520 HP
1,045 kg
42/58
461 ft-lbs
2.00 kg/HP
Of pure hell
Good luck.
- 7,163
- Exeter
- morans1980
I will build it later to check it out but looks okay so far. As long as it builds okay, it is good to go for testers.
- 5,663
- Ohio
I hope it's okay as I've gone over this thing with ten fine tooth combs!
- 7,163
- Exeter
- morans1980
Build is fine. No issues
- 5,663
- Ohio
Good. Hope you guys like it. I love it. It's a rare occasion a car can bring out this many emotions from me.
I have no idea how it will work with an auto trans or d pad or stick wigglers. Short shifting helps. And from my point of view this car is bad ass.
I have no idea how it will work with an auto trans or d pad or stick wigglers. Short shifting helps. And from my point of view this car is bad ass.
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- Glasgow
- joe__kerr
Here's my effort tuned for the RUF FITT Challenge on a wheel.
RUF BTR '86 (550pp)
RH 102 / 113
SR 7.82 / 9.86
DC 7 / 8
DX 7 / 5
ARB 3 / 4
CT 0/0/0/0
Race brakes 7 / 5
Transmission: after power tuning, reset, final 4000, min speed, then
First 3.776
Second 2.721
Third 2.068
Fourth 1.641
Fifth 1.359
Sixth 1.174
Final Gear 2.606
LSD 12 / 8 / 57 triple clutch
Power, no oil change, 100%
Engine Tuning Stage 3
Sports Computer
Semi-Racing Exhaust
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
Stock Turbo
Body stage 3 reduction, carbon bonnet, 115kg ballast @ -50% = 1160kg with 47:53 balance. Improved Body Rigidity. Sports Soft tyres.
Hot lapping doesn’t require the use 2nd gear. Obviously accels require a bit of caution to keep traction.
Tuned on Trial Mountain reverse TC 0, ABS 1, best time 1:29.156
RUF BTR '86 (550pp)
RH 102 / 113
SR 7.82 / 9.86
DC 7 / 8
DX 7 / 5
ARB 3 / 4
CT 0/0/0/0
Race brakes 7 / 5
Transmission: after power tuning, reset, final 4000, min speed, then
First 3.776
Second 2.721
Third 2.068
Fourth 1.641
Fifth 1.359
Sixth 1.174
Final Gear 2.606
LSD 12 / 8 / 57 triple clutch
Power, no oil change, 100%
Engine Tuning Stage 3
Sports Computer
Semi-Racing Exhaust
Isometric Exhaust Manifold
Intake Tuning
Stock Turbo
Body stage 3 reduction, carbon bonnet, 115kg ballast @ -50% = 1160kg with 47:53 balance. Improved Body Rigidity. Sports Soft tyres.
Hot lapping doesn’t require the use 2nd gear. Obviously accels require a bit of caution to keep traction.
Tuned on Trial Mountain reverse TC 0, ABS 1, best time 1:29.156
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- Exeter
- morans1980
This is 10 laps I won't forget in a hurry.
- 5,663
- Ohio
That's what I'm saying. Creating memories is priceless. My BTR did that for me.
I wish you could feel it through the feedback of the wheel.
I wish you could feel it through the feedback of the wheel.
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