GTP_WRS Week 61 : Ramming Speed

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28.950
56.300
1'19.234

Not far off my limit, just have to tidy up a few apexes and will be ready for a submission.
 
I've tried and tried to get round this with a T3 less than 1,21 but I just can't get the beast to stick to a fast line. Can any body please give me a pointer towards BB I'm using 4/10.
 
Not really. You just need to get used to the weight. I'm using 5/10 BB. Don't overdrive the truck, brake early and accelerate early. Maximize turning radius of the turn under the hill (after T2).
 
Not really. You just need to get used to the weight. I'm using 5/10 BB. Don't overdrive the truck, brake early and accelerate early. Maximize turning radius of the turn under the hill (after T2).

Thanks @mr_lab_rat I think this week might be my biggest challenge so far
 
Time to get started. I think I've figured T1, but the rest of the lap still needs much work, especially T3 :crazy:

28.696
55.929
1'18.962

EDIT: Just checked the replay again, T3 was so slow because my stupid braking pedal was sticking again :mad:
 
Had another session After gym, lost much time in t4... Around 2 tenths left overall.

28.750
55.933
1'18.717
 
29.084
56.784
1'19.967

slightly better lap (-.115 at the line), happy with sub 20 T3, not happy overall. :scared: steering not only with hands, but also with full body, eyes and telekinetic powers. :crazy:
 
28.881
56.397
1:19.464

Fun combo. The car is slow enough that it doesn't feel weird on CH.
 
Pickup trucks: reminding me I'm only fast in racing cars. :lol: I'll give it one more try tonight but not much more time for me. :scared:
 
28.895
56.178
1'19.262



Most of you guys are probably too young to remember this, but the "Canyonero" episode on "The Simpsons" was a parody of what happened with the 90's Ford Explorers fitted with Firestone tires. Dealers recommended decreasing tire pressure to achieve a smoother ride, which in turn made the tires break when attempting to turn at speeds above 60mph causing many accidents and quite a scandal at the time.
 
Most of you guys are probably too young to remember this, but the "Canyonero" episode on "The Simpsons" was a parody of what happened with the 90's Ford Explorers fitted with Firestone tires. Dealers recommended decreasing tire pressure to achieve a smoother ride, which in turn made the tires break when attempting to turn at speeds above 60mph causing many accidents and quite a scandal at the time.

I remember that episode lol.

 
After further review, I found my lap a bit dirty. :ouch:

New splits:

29.129
56.695
1'20.279
 
One step forward last week, ten steps back this week:

29.450
57.650
1'21.317

And the truck looks so good in all-chrome too. Maybe it's that extra weight :dunce:
 
This lap is clean...I think. I'll definitely be trying for a cleaner looking lap next.

29.137
56.970
1:20.420
 
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