what have u raced so far?
Lexus Champion
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,884
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From: TX
What suspension mods have you done?
I have recently added the JIC FLT-A2 coilovers. I have had it on the track before and after the suspension change. And I agree with you, it's easy to improve on the OE suspension when we are talking about sport.
I wonder how many of us have had our LS on a real race track? It's not exactly the type of car you see out there often.
I believe with enough preparation the LS could compare to the likes of 5 series BMW or G35, etc. But, out of the box, we are talking too much of a generation gap. (at least me with the UCF11) Newer cars/tech are way better in the handling and braking dept. than cars were 10+ years ago. Let alone the HP increase and variable valve timing, etc.
Furthermore I will add that the LS fairs very well. The suspension is such that offers both performance and comfort (wishbone). As you mention; It's just too damn heavy to compete without a healthy diet, suspension prep, and most of all - a competent driver.
Peace.
I would take mine to a track and should to see how it really performs. It is stiff and fairly repsonsive. Sure, I could drive a G or 5 series but they are everywhere. I think you are right an LS could hang with a G or 5 with the right setup. At the end of the day, they may have us on acceleration and handling but we win on styling, comfort, reliability and uniquness
Driver
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 147
Likes: 0
From: IN
I have a 2001 gs430
The homocide list:
these are all cars i beat at a drag
1. bmw 2007 530xi (3 times) a v6--but very impressive..but he still lost
3. Chevy Camaro 1997 375hp w/ intake and exhasut mods
These Kids didnt know what hit them...
you shuda seen how confident they were..it was pathetic...like a mouse against a elephant..butt the beemer was impressive.
I have no Mods..
The homocide list:
these are all cars i beat at a drag
1. bmw 2007 530xi (3 times) a v6--but very impressive..but he still lost
3. Chevy Camaro 1997 375hp w/ intake and exhasut mods
These Kids didnt know what hit them...
you shuda seen how confident they were..it was pathetic...like a mouse against a elephant..butt the beemer was impressive.
I have no Mods..
You beat a heavy AWD bimmer with an underpowered engine, way to go. 
Oh and it's BIMMER not BEEMER.375hp Camaro?
If the Camaro even knew you were racing they must have been terrible at driving it. You would get your butt handed to you in a 1/4 mile or an all out race into the triple digits with a competent driver.
BMW's are inline sixes. You beat a heavy AWD bimmer with an underpowered engine, way to go. Oh and it's BIMMER not BEEMER.
375hp Camaro?
If the Camaro even knew you were racing they must have been terrible at driving it. You would get your butt handed to you in a 1/4 mile or an all out race into the triple digits with a competent driver.
You beat a heavy AWD bimmer with an underpowered engine, way to go. Oh and it's BIMMER not BEEMER.375hp Camaro?
If the Camaro even knew you were racing they must have been terrible at driving it. You would get your butt handed to you in a 1/4 mile or an all out race into the triple digits with a competent driver.
Was this a V8 Camaro? They are rated at 275hp...
Camaros are tanks, so they are easy.
Driver
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 147
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From: IN
Easy? Tanks?
Camaros weigh less than the LS and GS. The HP rating varies among model years. In 1993 the Z28 made 275 HP/325 TQ and in 2001 the Z28 made 310 HP/340 TQ
Driver
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 136
Likes: 1
From: PA
Most complaints about cars come from incorrect driver input.
I can assure you that if I took a turn as fast as a "G35" I certainly would not slide off the road due to understeer.
Most people experience understeer (more than they desire) due to way too much steering input.
A little professional instruction goes a long way.
Btw, I own a Z33 (350Z). The G35 'sister' car. And while my LS doesn't turn lap times like my Z. It certainly has no issues staying on the track, pointed in the right direction.
It must be a V8 if he claims it has 375hp. No way a GM V6 would put up with that kind of power unless it was a GNX or Typhoon.
Easy? Tanks?
Camaros weigh less than the LS and GS. The HP rating varies among model years. In 1993 the Z28 made 275 HP/325 TQ and in 2001 the Z28 made 310 HP/340 TQ
Easy? Tanks?
Camaros weigh less than the LS and GS. The HP rating varies among model years. In 1993 the Z28 made 275 HP/325 TQ and in 2001 the Z28 made 310 HP/340 TQ
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,482
Likes: 0
From: NY
hmm..
well he knew we were racing it was a friend!!
it was a manual...
it wasnt long.. it was about a quarter mile...and the road slightly went up hill...
on take off he has more tire spin then me too..
but he is a mechanic..so im sure he knew how he was taking offf
---either way
I won. why would I lie?
and HEYYYYY the ""bimmer" is a fast car...the 2007 530xi is competition for the 2001 430 -- he was pretty close....it wasnt slaughter...g35s are ROADKILL
but yeah
-- camaro.. was OWNED.
and he admitted it..even though he asked me last week to race again..and we wud bet our cars...i think he did some mods that he was planing on...and is gonna come bak with vengance..lol
but the 530xi seemed to be more threating than his camaro..
Next time I'll make a video for you guys :-)
well he knew we were racing it was a friend!!
it was a manual...
it wasnt long.. it was about a quarter mile...and the road slightly went up hill...
on take off he has more tire spin then me too..
but he is a mechanic..so im sure he knew how he was taking offf
---either way
I won. why would I lie?
and HEYYYYY the ""bimmer" is a fast car...the 2007 530xi is competition for the 2001 430 -- he was pretty close....it wasnt slaughter...g35s are ROADKILL
but yeah
-- camaro.. was OWNED.
and he admitted it..even though he asked me last week to race again..and we wud bet our cars...i think he did some mods that he was planing on...and is gonna come bak with vengance..lol
but the 530xi seemed to be more threating than his camaro..
Next time I'll make a video for you guys :-)
Pole Position
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 287
Likes: 0
From: NC
Haven't really had the chance to race anyone......we don't have a local track and on the streets, very few people want to line up.
I do like going up a interstate hill at 90+ and watching almost all the traffic become specks in the mirror.
I do like going up a interstate hill at 90+ and watching almost all the traffic become specks in the mirror.
hmm..
well he knew we were racing it was a friend!!
it was a manual...
it wasnt long.. it was about a quarter mile...and the road slightly went up hill...
on take off he has more tire spin then me too..
but he is a mechanic..so im sure he knew how he was taking offf
---either way
I won. why would I lie?
and HEYYYYY the ""bimmer" is a fast car...the 2007 530xi is competition for the 2001 430 -- he was pretty close....it wasnt slaughter...g35s are ROADKILL
but yeah
-- camaro.. was OWNED.
and he admitted it..even though he asked me last week to race again..and we wud bet our cars...i think he did some mods that he was planing on...and is gonna come bak with vengance..lol
but the 530xi seemed to be more threating than his camaro..
Next time I'll make a video for you guys :-)
well he knew we were racing it was a friend!!
it was a manual...
it wasnt long.. it was about a quarter mile...and the road slightly went up hill...
on take off he has more tire spin then me too..
but he is a mechanic..so im sure he knew how he was taking offf
---either way
I won. why would I lie?
and HEYYYYY the ""bimmer" is a fast car...the 2007 530xi is competition for the 2001 430 -- he was pretty close....it wasnt slaughter...g35s are ROADKILL
but yeah
-- camaro.. was OWNED.
and he admitted it..even though he asked me last week to race again..and we wud bet our cars...i think he did some mods that he was planing on...and is gonna come bak with vengance..lol
but the 530xi seemed to be more threating than his camaro..
Next time I'll make a video for you guys :-)
ESPECIALLY off the line, the MUCH more aggressive gearing on the camarao would have you.
I Race An 03 Audi 1.8t, 00 Audi 1.8t Partially Modified, 98 GS300 Partially Modified, 07 Subaru WRX Partial Modified.
I Did Pretty Decent Skunked The Audi Fo Sure Not Even A Challenge. The GS300 Caught Me Only Once But Beat It The Rest Of The Way. The WRX Was Hanging On Its Tail. Wanna Race Another One Since My Muffler Deletion Happen.
I Did Pretty Decent Skunked The Audi Fo Sure Not Even A Challenge. The GS300 Caught Me Only Once But Beat It The Rest Of The Way. The WRX Was Hanging On Its Tail. Wanna Race Another One Since My Muffler Deletion Happen.
I Race An 03 Audi 1.8t, 00 Audi 1.8t Partially Modified, 98 GS300 Partially Modified, 07 Subaru WRX Partial Modified.
I Did Pretty Decent Skunked The Audi Fo Sure Not Even A Challenge. The GS300 Caught Me Only Once But Beat It The Rest Of The Way. The WRX Was Hanging On Its Tail. Wanna Race Another One Since My Muffler Deletion Happen.
I Did Pretty Decent Skunked The Audi Fo Sure Not Even A Challenge. The GS300 Caught Me Only Once But Beat It The Rest Of The Way. The WRX Was Hanging On Its Tail. Wanna Race Another One Since My Muffler Deletion Happen.
i was soooooo close to buying a GC8 after my old LS died >.<
Pole Position
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 297
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From: West Palm Beach, FL
man, i dont race anyone on the street. even in my faster cars.
yesterday i was driving to pick up some tires for the LEX in my talon and a TA WS6 pulled up next to me revving his motor and i waved him off b/c its not worth the gas or extra wear on my motor. i keep it easy on the streets then hit hard on the course. i also dont live by any tracks(other than dirt ovals) but SCCA has autox events every once in awhile i hit up and the drags maybe once a year. when i was young i used to run my cars hard on the streets but they broke often and found out it wasnt worth the money. i drive alot better now and save tons on gas and maintenance.
yesterday i was driving to pick up some tires for the LEX in my talon and a TA WS6 pulled up next to me revving his motor and i waved him off b/c its not worth the gas or extra wear on my motor. i keep it easy on the streets then hit hard on the course. i also dont live by any tracks(other than dirt ovals) but SCCA has autox events every once in awhile i hit up and the drags maybe once a year. when i was young i used to run my cars hard on the streets but they broke often and found out it wasnt worth the money. i drive alot better now and save tons on gas and maintenance.