On Fri, 23 Apr 1999, Chris McCann wrote:
[Technique questions for beginning autocrossers]
> ...and myself (and a much more seasoned driver with a '98 GS-R) were
> reccomended by many just to leave it in 2nd ...
I have the same question, but WRT a '93 RX-7, or "peppy" cars in general.
I attended my first event two weeks ago. The first two runs, it didn't
even occur to me to shift, i.e. once I got into second, I stayed there.
The third run, I attempted to downshift on my way into faster parts of the
course. I felt it slowed me down massively, and wonder what "proper"
technique is. Obviously, my brain and hands are quite slow, being so new
to the sport.
I know I can drive faster (now) by staying in second, but would rather
start learning the right technique from the start.
Any advice?
Thanks!
Steven
p.s. I have heard rumors that someone has RX-7 specific autocross
driving tips on a website somewhere. Anyone know where?
p.p.s. Please note that this is cross posted to the RX-7 and autocross
mailing lists. You may wish to trim follow-ups as appropriate. Sorry to
those who will see it twice!
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