Jim,
I completely agree with you, except for one thing: I NEVER pump the
brakes. Pumping brakes is for those who are incapable of sensing wheel
"lock-up" or slide. Often, I need to "modulate" my pressure on the
brake, even completely releasing the brakes for an instant, to get the
wheels turning again.
Sure, if you are unable to tell what your tires are doing, pumping the
brakes is better than locking em' up and loosing directional control.
But I have always found it very easy to feel what my tires were doing on
snow and ice. Of course, I had the benefit of learning with cars that
provided EXCELLENT road feel, rather than on the modern stuff, which
seeks to totally isolate the driver from the road.
Bud Osbourne
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From: owner-spridgets@Autox.Team.Net
[mailto:owner-spridgets@Autox.Team.Net] On Behalf Of Jim Johnson
Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2007 1:42 AM
Cc: Spridget List
Subject: Re: Bumper cars in Portland Oregon!
Absolutely, Larry!! Grew up in upstate NY and learned to drive where
there's snow on the roads all winter. Testing the brakes frequently
and ALWAYS pumping the brakes when stopping. Also learned
counter-steering...etc. It was common knowledge back then and every
kid did it. There were also days when we looked out the window and
decided to stay home for safety sake. Work and school ain't worth
getting killed over.
Today? What a mess. Nobody drives with any sense in the snow and
everyone seems to think the world will stop if they don't show up at
the office or at school. I never worry about me anymore... Instead I
worry about which idiot will clobber me doing stupid things in the
snow!
Cheers!!
Jim - 68 Midget in Dodge City
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