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20-12-2010, 10:47 PM
#41
The way i see it, it was beneficial to both parties as Will is just starting out too so it was all good for both, We all get on well, had a few steaks and beers and i even shared a bed with the Willmeister, and in his own words...... I am the ultimate duvet thief 
20-12-2010, 10:47 PM
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I really do think Willis is big enough and old enough to decide such things..
Not like a gun was held to his head - " YOU WILL HELP"
I think Will did it for the LOVE, for the EXPERIENCE and most of all the KRISPY KREMES
Top guy for doing it too.. as not many others would!...
Look at the results TEAM RONNI got this year... Everyone pulled together for that, for one simple reason because they wanted to.
Not like a gun was held to his head - " YOU WILL HELP"
I think Will did it for the LOVE, for the EXPERIENCE and most of all the KRISPY KREMES
Top guy for doing it too.. as not many others would!...Look at the results TEAM RONNI got this year... Everyone pulled together for that, for one simple reason because they wanted to.
20-12-2010, 10:48 PM
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Not quite sure I'd be up to the bed sharing though, he's a big lad
20-12-2010, 10:56 PM
#45
Granted, that he is. However, he also now has the expereince from a year in what is in comparison, budget racing. All of which Will learnt and succeded can be used as example for his business to grow.
You know how it works though in Motorsport at this level, its all about the love rather than the money! For one reason, The money is not there but good friends are!
20-12-2010, 10:58 PM
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I would, if it wasn't for it being made everyone's business by discussing a PRIVATE matter on a PUBLIC forum. Ergo, meaning anyone and everyone can read it thus inviting comments. Not to mention, potentially spoiling the reputation of the two people involved.
Anyway I have said my two pence on it and that's the end of that.
Anyway I have said my two pence on it and that's the end of that.
20-12-2010, 11:32 PM
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I was only commenting from what I know and was aware of. I've not suggested I know every fact but I have a reasonable idea of what's gone on this season.
For what it's worth - judging by the the thread Ronnie posted up of the studio shots of his car............
https://passionford.com/forum/pictur...of-my-car.html
.............Will's stickers are NOT there any more and haven't been for some time and, given the exposure Ronnie has had from that particular thread, the magazine feature and everybody wanking off saying how great Ronnie's achievements have been this year - yet nothing, particularly from Ronnie, has been said of Will's track support - pardon me for sticking up for a mate who's trying to embark on a fledgling career in motorsport: Where recognition for one's efforts counts for pretty much everything.
It's just a pity the poor cunt has been in and out of hospital for the last couple of months with various injuries and ailments - that or a blessing it's been in the off season where motorsport has been concerned!
For what it's worth - judging by the the thread Ronnie posted up of the studio shots of his car............
https://passionford.com/forum/pictur...of-my-car.html
.............Will's stickers are NOT there any more and haven't been for some time and, given the exposure Ronnie has had from that particular thread, the magazine feature and everybody wanking off saying how great Ronnie's achievements have been this year - yet nothing, particularly from Ronnie, has been said of Will's track support - pardon me for sticking up for a mate who's trying to embark on a fledgling career in motorsport: Where recognition for one's efforts counts for pretty much everything.
It's just a pity the poor cunt has been in and out of hospital for the last couple of months with various injuries and ailments - that or a blessing it's been in the off season where motorsport has been concerned!
21-12-2010, 12:15 AM
#48
Ron had removed all the stickers from the companys that was sponsered for this year only,all the stickers were coming off, but then he had a call about the feature ,i think you will find that will and ron have talked about next year but as will is entering his own car he is concentrating on that vehicle
21-12-2010, 08:43 AM
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Might not be what you want to hear but is it not worth thinking about selling off some of the showy carbon parts, replacing them with cheaper fiberglass parts and putting the cash towards the engine. Im sure an extra 150 bhp will out weigh the savings of carbon over fg.
21-12-2010, 08:43 AM
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In terms of sponsorship I think Ronnie's done very well. All I've managed to get is discounts from suppliers and even that's been tough 
My attitude, given the credit crunch, is to not spend any money on the car and to try to improve my driving. I would hold off on the expensive engine and try to keep costs down, while doing what you enjoy.
Have another fun year and don't try to spend too much.
Charlie
My attitude, given the credit crunch, is to not spend any money on the car and to try to improve my driving. I would hold off on the expensive engine and try to keep costs down, while doing what you enjoy.
Have another fun year and don't try to spend too much.
Charlie
21-12-2010, 08:53 AM
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FROM WHAT I AM AWARE.......
Will has provided Ronnie with trackside support for as many Time Attack meetings as possible for free simply so Will could get his name out there and get some advertising space on Ronnie's car. The when's, how's and why's I'm not privvy to but I haven't seen a single photo of Ronnie's car with a Will Pedley Racing sticker on it anywhere at all yet I know Will's put himself out beyond what could be considered to be reasonable to help Ronnie.
If I'm wrong on particular points then I'm welcome to be corrected but I don't think I'm a million miles away from what could be deemed as fact. I know Will's travelled around the country helping and I know he's done it at his own expense yet on both this thread and Ronnie's studio shots thread there's been fuck all mentioned of Will's efforts to support Ronnie this year.
Will has provided Ronnie with trackside support for as many Time Attack meetings as possible for free simply so Will could get his name out there and get some advertising space on Ronnie's car. The when's, how's and why's I'm not privvy to but I haven't seen a single photo of Ronnie's car with a Will Pedley Racing sticker on it anywhere at all yet I know Will's put himself out beyond what could be considered to be reasonable to help Ronnie.
If I'm wrong on particular points then I'm welcome to be corrected but I don't think I'm a million miles away from what could be deemed as fact. I know Will's travelled around the country helping and I know he's done it at his own expense yet on both this thread and Ronnie's studio shots thread there's been fuck all mentioned of Will's efforts to support Ronnie this year.
hope thats answered your questions?
I love the way some people can't help but stir the shite only to be shut up by a couple of photos
Seriously thou, what business is it of you lot to be saying things like this on the internet when the whole sponsorship issue is between Ronni and Will?
I wish people would keep their noses out of peoples business, and stop bad mouthing people on the internet. I'm sure if Will and Ronni need to discuss this they would have already done so by now.
Seriously thou, what business is it of you lot to be saying things like this on the internet when the whole sponsorship issue is between Ronni and Will?
I wish people would keep their noses out of peoples business, and stop bad mouthing people on the internet. I'm sure if Will and Ronni need to discuss this they would have already done so by now.
Ron had removed all the stickers from the companys that was sponsered for this year only,all the stickers were coming off, but then he had a call about the feature ,i think you will find that will and ron have talked about next year but as will is entering his own car he is concentrating on that vehicle
In terms of sponsorship I think Ronnie's done very well. All I've managed to get is discounts from suppliers and even that's been tough
My attitude, given the credit crunch, is to not spend any money on the car and to try to improve my driving. I would hold off on the expensive engine and try to keep costs down, while doing what you enjoy.
Have another fun year and don't try to spend too much.
Charlie
My attitude, given the credit crunch, is to not spend any money on the car and to try to improve my driving. I would hold off on the expensive engine and try to keep costs down, while doing what you enjoy.
Have another fun year and don't try to spend too much.
Charlie
21-12-2010, 09:14 AM
#52
With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
21-12-2010, 10:27 AM
#53
With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
21-12-2010, 10:28 AM
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With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
As an example Tony Jones has his Escort RS1600i Rallycar sat idle because its not realistically affordable to compete at the moment. We all know and like Tony but we dont see him or his friends coming on here every few weeks asking for sponsorship so he can get his "Racing Fix"
You've done well this year, but perhaps it would be more beneficial to take a year out, put the money saved from not competing into improving the car and try again in 2012.
No offence taken mate. If I couldn't afford it I wouldn't be doing it. I'm doing it on a shoe string that's all.
Doug is just trying to help after me telling him I couldn't really afford to build an engine for next season. And the nice bloke that Doug is trying to help me.
It's not to get people to give me money to get my 'fix'
I stopped racing karts years ago because I couldn't afford to. I'm not going to get myself in financial trouble just to race. Theirs more important things like somewhere to live.
Cheers
21-12-2010, 10:28 AM
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A good example for me is tyres. Last time I bought some my R888s in 16 X 225 were Ł488 but R888s in 15 205 are Ł270. So I run on the 15"s and have less grip.
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
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21-12-2010, 10:53 AM
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No offence taken mate. If I couldn't afford it I wouldn't be doing it. I'm doing it on a shoe string that's all.
Doug is just trying to help after me telling him I couldn't really afford to build an engine for next season. And the nice bloke that Doug is trying to help me.
It's not to get people to give me money to get my 'fix'
I stopped racing karts years ago because I couldn't afford to. I'm not going to get myself in financial trouble just to race. Theirs more important things like somewhere to live.
Cheers
Doug is just trying to help after me telling him I couldn't really afford to build an engine for next season. And the nice bloke that Doug is trying to help me.
It's not to get people to give me money to get my 'fix'
I stopped racing karts years ago because I couldn't afford to. I'm not going to get myself in financial trouble just to race. Theirs more important things like somewhere to live.
Cheers
A good example for me is tyres. Last time I bought some my R888s in 16 X 225 were Ł488 but R888s in 15 205 are Ł270. So I run on the 15"s and have less grip.
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
Good idea about asking a college or uni. I know at my old college, I and others couldnt get our names down quick enough to go out with the mk2 escorts on various rally events
21-12-2010, 11:00 AM
#57
2 lock ups one crash and the nsf getting overworked (need more camber!)
My racing is on a shoestring aswell, so far my only sponsership has be 2 sodding t shirts from supplliers!!
steve
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21-12-2010, 11:48 AM
#59
yes but ronnie is not the only one that races on a shoe string budget as there are other racers who have posted on this thread who get far less - shall we just ignore them then?
i think Ronnie has done very well so far and wish him all the best in the future, same to the other racers, the youth, roosie, etc
21-12-2010, 12:45 PM
#60
I think people have come up with some good ideas etc but at the end of the day its all down to loyalty because i have offered to give ronnie more power and in my opinion thats all he really needs at the mo..
I cant give him a monster engine but i can rebuild his engine and get it up to circa 450/450 no probs and be reliable but as said ronnie has loyalties and in this game its very nice but that wont win races!!!
cheers danny
I cant give him a monster engine but i can rebuild his engine and get it up to circa 450/450 no probs and be reliable but as said ronnie has loyalties and in this game its very nice but that wont win races!!!
cheers danny
21-12-2010, 12:57 PM
#61
yes but ronnie is not the only one that races on a shoe string budget as there are other racers who have posted on this thread who get far less - shall we just ignore them then?
i think Ronnie has done very well so far and wish him all the best in the future, same to the other racers, the youth, roosie, etc
i think Ronnie has done very well so far and wish him all the best in the future, same to the other racers, the youth, roosie, etc
This winter I have invested another 2.5k in the car fitting a YB so hopefully it will be further up the grid.
good luck to all the racers on pf in 2011
steve
21-12-2010, 01:06 PM
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the issue you have danny is its not just an increase in power that will win.
You know what my knowledge is like when it comes to rx7 and a i know Matt with the black dragon performance rx7 is ronnies main competitor.
his car runs 450bhp on low boost and over 500bhp on high boost, its got a more advanced suspension setup, wider tyres and more downforce than ronnie.
Infact it beats his car in every aspect because tecnology moves on.
I really dont think adding another 100bhp will suddenly mean hes winning, dont get me wrong it will make him faster, but its the other aspects he needs to think about.
If you want to beat someone you need to analise there strengths.
for example he needs to work out how to increase lateral mechanical grip, matts rx7 can easily run 265 front and rear, i understand you wont just fit that on a 3dr but you need to maximise what you can get under them arches....maybe 245?
downforce is a point ive mentioned to ronnie before, in comparison to matt he just doesnt have alot.
Yes is rs500 wing looks pretty and reminds us of days past but it needs work, i mentioned moulding on a much larger gurney flap onto the upper and lower wing to produce more downforce, this should help though the faster corners, say at silverstone.
also matt runs a diffuser setup under the car to aid downforce, you could easily make one for yours, ill even draw you the specs of what you need, will cost about Ł80 in materials.
Ive been thinking about entering my car next season so ill be one of your direct competitors and i can give you an idea of what im doing to maybe get some ideas
You know what my knowledge is like when it comes to rx7 and a i know Matt with the black dragon performance rx7 is ronnies main competitor.
his car runs 450bhp on low boost and over 500bhp on high boost, its got a more advanced suspension setup, wider tyres and more downforce than ronnie.
Infact it beats his car in every aspect because tecnology moves on.
I really dont think adding another 100bhp will suddenly mean hes winning, dont get me wrong it will make him faster, but its the other aspects he needs to think about.
If you want to beat someone you need to analise there strengths.
for example he needs to work out how to increase lateral mechanical grip, matts rx7 can easily run 265 front and rear, i understand you wont just fit that on a 3dr but you need to maximise what you can get under them arches....maybe 245?
downforce is a point ive mentioned to ronnie before, in comparison to matt he just doesnt have alot.
Yes is rs500 wing looks pretty and reminds us of days past but it needs work, i mentioned moulding on a much larger gurney flap onto the upper and lower wing to produce more downforce, this should help though the faster corners, say at silverstone.
also matt runs a diffuser setup under the car to aid downforce, you could easily make one for yours, ill even draw you the specs of what you need, will cost about Ł80 in materials.
Ive been thinking about entering my car next season so ill be one of your direct competitors and i can give you an idea of what im doing to maybe get some ideas
21-12-2010, 01:39 PM
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the issue you have danny is its not just an increase in power that will win.
You know what my knowledge is like when it comes to rx7 and a i know Matt with the black dragon performance rx7 is ronnies main competitor.
his car runs 450bhp on low boost and over 500bhp on high boost, its got a more advanced suspension setup, wider tyres and more downforce than ronnie.
Infact it beats his car in every aspect because tecnology moves on.
I really dont think adding another 100bhp will suddenly mean hes winning, dont get me wrong it will make him faster, but its the other aspects he needs to think about.
If you want to beat someone you need to analise there strengths.
for example he needs to work out how to increase lateral mechanical grip, matts rx7 can easily run 265 front and rear, i understand you wont just fit that on a 3dr but you need to maximise what you can get under them arches....maybe 245?
downforce is a point ive mentioned to ronnie before, in comparison to matt he just doesnt have alot.
Yes is rs500 wing looks pretty and reminds us of days past but it needs work, i mentioned moulding on a much larger gurney flap onto the upper and lower wing to produce more downforce, this should help though the faster corners, say at silverstone.
also matt runs a diffuser setup under the car to aid downforce, you could easily make one for yours, ill even draw you the specs of what you need, will cost about Ł80 in materials.
Ive been thinking about entering my car next season so ill be one of your direct competitors and i can give you an idea of what im doing to maybe get some ideas
You know what my knowledge is like when it comes to rx7 and a i know Matt with the black dragon performance rx7 is ronnies main competitor.
his car runs 450bhp on low boost and over 500bhp on high boost, its got a more advanced suspension setup, wider tyres and more downforce than ronnie.
Infact it beats his car in every aspect because tecnology moves on.
I really dont think adding another 100bhp will suddenly mean hes winning, dont get me wrong it will make him faster, but its the other aspects he needs to think about.
If you want to beat someone you need to analise there strengths.
for example he needs to work out how to increase lateral mechanical grip, matts rx7 can easily run 265 front and rear, i understand you wont just fit that on a 3dr but you need to maximise what you can get under them arches....maybe 245?
downforce is a point ive mentioned to ronnie before, in comparison to matt he just doesnt have alot.
Yes is rs500 wing looks pretty and reminds us of days past but it needs work, i mentioned moulding on a much larger gurney flap onto the upper and lower wing to produce more downforce, this should help though the faster corners, say at silverstone.
also matt runs a diffuser setup under the car to aid downforce, you could easily make one for yours, ill even draw you the specs of what you need, will cost about Ł80 in materials.
Ive been thinking about entering my car next season so ill be one of your direct competitors and i can give you an idea of what im doing to maybe get some ideas
Its always one step at a time when racing and the first port of call is deffo more power..
As for how good the rx7s are i cant comment but i bet your mates one would of had problems with an ex btcc rs500 round some circuits for example and they didnt have all the extra downforce etc that you mention!!
Whats the rx7 going around brands in for example??
cheers danny
21-12-2010, 02:07 PM
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i know more can be applied to his car, 100bhp more will make him much quicker down the straights, any big power track will have a decent affect.
The issue with more power is not actually the chassis, but the tyres, we all know your a big lover of torque, which is a great thing, but then your gonna be subjecting skinny tyres to alot more of it, which will in theory burn them out much quicker and i get the impression roinnie cant really afford to be killing them as they are so expensive.
We have spoke about what your thoughts were of 888s and how you were sideways everywhere and they are nothing compared to a set of slicks.
If he wants to make a dramatic impact into next years championship i believe aswell as the power he needs to sort his mechanical and aero grip out.
an ex btcc rs500 will have 500bhp on slicks.......slicks make a big difference to the times, put that rs500 on a ronnies tyres and ill bet matts rx7 could beat him.
or for example put properly sized slicks on matts car, say 275 on the rear and 265 on the front then id still put my money on matts car(driven by a proper racing driver)
matts car broke a high 52sec on low boost, im not sure what a race car driver on slicks would get maybe high 49s?
steve guglielmi's elise is a good example of aero grip, hes 450bhp and does 48.6 around brands on 888s
just tried to find some times for rs500 touring cars but they used the big circuit so not comparable
ronnie is 2.5secs behind matt on a circuit that takes less than a minute, i dont think he can pull that much time back from an extra 100bhp, plus matt will probably be quicker again next year from more developments
The issue with more power is not actually the chassis, but the tyres, we all know your a big lover of torque, which is a great thing, but then your gonna be subjecting skinny tyres to alot more of it, which will in theory burn them out much quicker and i get the impression roinnie cant really afford to be killing them as they are so expensive.
We have spoke about what your thoughts were of 888s and how you were sideways everywhere and they are nothing compared to a set of slicks.
If he wants to make a dramatic impact into next years championship i believe aswell as the power he needs to sort his mechanical and aero grip out.
an ex btcc rs500 will have 500bhp on slicks.......slicks make a big difference to the times, put that rs500 on a ronnies tyres and ill bet matts rx7 could beat him.
or for example put properly sized slicks on matts car, say 275 on the rear and 265 on the front then id still put my money on matts car(driven by a proper racing driver)
matts car broke a high 52sec on low boost, im not sure what a race car driver on slicks would get maybe high 49s?
steve guglielmi's elise is a good example of aero grip, hes 450bhp and does 48.6 around brands on 888s
just tried to find some times for rs500 touring cars but they used the big circuit so not comparable
ronnie is 2.5secs behind matt on a circuit that takes less than a minute, i dont think he can pull that much time back from an extra 100bhp, plus matt will probably be quicker again next year from more developments
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21-12-2010, 02:26 PM
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i know more can be applied to his car, 100bhp more will make him much quicker down the straights, any big power track will have a decent affect.
The issue with more power is not actually the chassis, but the tyres, we all know your a big lover of torque, which is a great thing, but then your gonna be subjecting skinny tyres to alot more of it, which will in theory burn them out much quicker and i get the impression roinnie cant really afford to be killing them as they are so expensive.
We have spoke about what your thoughts were of 888s and how you were sideways everywhere and they are nothing compared to a set of slicks.
If he wants to make a dramatic impact into next years championship i believe aswell as the power he needs to sort his mechanical and aero grip out.
an ex btcc rs500 will have 500bhp on slicks.......slicks make a big difference to the times, put that rs500 on a ronnies tyres and ill bet matts rx7 could beat him.
or for example put properly sized slicks on matts car, say 275 on the rear and 265 on the front then id still put my money on matts car(driven by a proper racing driver)
matts car broke a high 52sec on low boost, im not sure what a race car driver on slicks would get maybe high 49s?
steve guglielmi's elise is a good example of aero grip, hes 450bhp and does 48.6 around brands on 888s
just tried to find some times for rs500 touring cars but they used the big circuit so not comparable
The issue with more power is not actually the chassis, but the tyres, we all know your a big lover of torque, which is a great thing, but then your gonna be subjecting skinny tyres to alot more of it, which will in theory burn them out much quicker and i get the impression roinnie cant really afford to be killing them as they are so expensive.
We have spoke about what your thoughts were of 888s and how you were sideways everywhere and they are nothing compared to a set of slicks.
If he wants to make a dramatic impact into next years championship i believe aswell as the power he needs to sort his mechanical and aero grip out.
an ex btcc rs500 will have 500bhp on slicks.......slicks make a big difference to the times, put that rs500 on a ronnies tyres and ill bet matts rx7 could beat him.
or for example put properly sized slicks on matts car, say 275 on the rear and 265 on the front then id still put my money on matts car(driven by a proper racing driver)
matts car broke a high 52sec on low boost, im not sure what a race car driver on slicks would get maybe high 49s?
steve guglielmi's elise is a good example of aero grip, hes 450bhp and does 48.6 around brands on 888s
just tried to find some times for rs500 touring cars but they used the big circuit so not comparable
Granted the cosworth setup is bad compared to jap stuff the rx7 is a very low slung car to begin with so centre of gravity is i bet 35% better coupled with everything is available to make all the geo adjustable so straight away it will be quick out the box without mass power
In Ronnies case his suspension has never been setup and i bet with setup theres will be a second a lap ! then IF there is a possibility of wide rubber then more time then , but like Dan is saying he is lacking power everywhere due to the fact that t34 is rung out after the mid range power he needs more top power to pull more revs for the straights so 450bhp would be ok for the shit tyres used
21-12-2010, 03:33 PM
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I always thought Will offered to be there, as a good mate aswell as for a helping hand.
I even remember putting one of his big stickers across the roof of Ron's car, and Will was even mentioned and thanked in Ron's recent mag feature.
I also go along to help out a good mate at TA, had many a cold weekend helping to get the car ready, helping out on the day with any hiccups that may arise.
If my mate offered me money for my time then I'd tell him to stop being stupid, a greatfull beer the night before is more than fine as I'm there to support a friend and to be as helpfull as I can.
I'm sure/certain that Ronnie is more than greatfull for all of the help the lads give him, especially Will.
I even remember putting one of his big stickers across the roof of Ron's car, and Will was even mentioned and thanked in Ron's recent mag feature.
I also go along to help out a good mate at TA, had many a cold weekend helping to get the car ready, helping out on the day with any hiccups that may arise.
If my mate offered me money for my time then I'd tell him to stop being stupid, a greatfull beer the night before is more than fine as I'm there to support a friend and to be as helpfull as I can.
I'm sure/certain that Ronnie is more than greatfull for all of the help the lads give him, especially Will.
21-12-2010, 05:08 PM
#67
PassionFord Post Whore!!
A good example for me is tyres. Last time I bought some my R888s in 16 X 225 were Ł488 but R888s in 15 205 are Ł270. So I run on the 15"s and have less grip.
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
"With no offence meant, if you cant realistically afford to go racing by yourself, then you shouldnt be racing."
Agree but there is support to be had that isn't financial and people who race cars are providing exposure.
One thing I'm doing for next year is approaching a motorsport engineering degree lecturer to ask for a student for the year. They need first hand experience at tracks as part of their course. I need someone with me to help out at the circuits.
Charlie
Need more people like you in Motorsport to help the less experienced who want to get involved get their foot on the ladder.
The fibreglass parts is a great idea too, one day you'll come unstuck and all the carbon fibre will be fucked anyway, I'd sell it while it's worth something!
21-12-2010, 05:54 PM
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this is what i was trying to make apparent, hes 4seconds off at snetterton and 2.5 off at cadwell
its all good spending all this money to make the vehicle quicker but if you just stay in the same championship position every year then theres not much point.
Plus my car should be complete around the first week of february(rx7) so im hoping to enter this year
Ill have even more mechanical grip and aero grip and be lighter than matt who hes already 2.5secs behind, so in theory if i get my driving to his standard ill be even quicker.
that potentially drops ronnie down to 3rd place
If he just looks at this series as a bit of fun and isnt bothered where he places, then i would leave the car as it is and just enjoy it, but if he honestly wants to win his class he really needs to think about making some massive changes to the car.
Hence offers like dannys i would snap up, then advice about handling also needs to be taken on board help all that power will be wasted
its all good spending all this money to make the vehicle quicker but if you just stay in the same championship position every year then theres not much point.
Plus my car should be complete around the first week of february(rx7) so im hoping to enter this year
Ill have even more mechanical grip and aero grip and be lighter than matt who hes already 2.5secs behind, so in theory if i get my driving to his standard ill be even quicker.
that potentially drops ronnie down to 3rd place
If he just looks at this series as a bit of fun and isnt bothered where he places, then i would leave the car as it is and just enjoy it, but if he honestly wants to win his class he really needs to think about making some massive changes to the car.
Hence offers like dannys i would snap up, then advice about handling also needs to be taken on board help all that power will be wasted
21-12-2010, 06:15 PM
#70
Again, no offence meant, but is a new engine required? Every racer always wants more power, but some things we have to live without. If your current engine isn't a ticking time bomb then cant you just make do with it for another season until you can fund it or it is an essential requirement to carry on competing.
I always thought Will offered to be there, as a good mate aswell as for a helping hand.
I even remember putting one of his big stickers across the roof of Ron's car, and Will was even mentioned and thanked in Ron's recent mag feature.
I also go along to help out a good mate at TA, had many a cold weekend helping to get the car ready, helping out on the day with any hiccups that may arise.
If my mate offered me money for my time then I'd tell him to stop being stupid, a greatfull beer the night before is more than fine as I'm there to support a friend and to be as helpfull as I can.
I'm sure/certain that Ronnie is more than greatfull for all of the help the lads give him, especially Will.
I even remember putting one of his big stickers across the roof of Ron's car, and Will was even mentioned and thanked in Ron's recent mag feature.
I also go along to help out a good mate at TA, had many a cold weekend helping to get the car ready, helping out on the day with any hiccups that may arise.
If my mate offered me money for my time then I'd tell him to stop being stupid, a greatfull beer the night before is more than fine as I'm there to support a friend and to be as helpfull as I can.
I'm sure/certain that Ronnie is more than greatfull for all of the help the lads give him, especially Will.
Well said buddy
We do not do what we do for kudos of financial reward we do it because we want to help our friends out as best as we can
21-12-2010, 06:34 PM
#71
PassionFord Post Whore!!
this is what i was trying to make apparent, hes 4seconds off at snetterton and 2.5 off at cadwell
its all good spending all this money to make the vehicle quicker but if you just stay in the same championship position every year then theres not much point.
Plus my car should be complete around the first week of february(rx7) so im hoping to enter this year
Ill have even more mechanical grip and aero grip and be lighter than matt who hes already 2.5secs behind, so in theory if i get my driving to his standard ill be even quicker.
that potentially drops ronnie down to 3rd place
If he just looks at this series as a bit of fun and isnt bothered where he places, then i would leave the car as it is and just enjoy it, but if he honestly wants to win his class he really needs to think about making some massive changes to the car.
Hence offers like dannys i would snap up, then advice about handling also needs to be taken on board help all that power will be wasted
its all good spending all this money to make the vehicle quicker but if you just stay in the same championship position every year then theres not much point.
Plus my car should be complete around the first week of february(rx7) so im hoping to enter this year
Ill have even more mechanical grip and aero grip and be lighter than matt who hes already 2.5secs behind, so in theory if i get my driving to his standard ill be even quicker.
that potentially drops ronnie down to 3rd place
If he just looks at this series as a bit of fun and isnt bothered where he places, then i would leave the car as it is and just enjoy it, but if he honestly wants to win his class he really needs to think about making some massive changes to the car.
Hence offers like dannys i would snap up, then advice about handling also needs to be taken on board help all that power will be wasted
What dampers does it run at the moment?
21-12-2010, 06:39 PM
#72
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Either way, seems to be cleared up to me now
21-12-2010, 06:48 PM
#74
The car needs more power!!or i tell you what just give up and not bother because any one can buy an rx7!!!ffs
cheers danny
21-12-2010, 06:54 PM
#75
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Personally, as if it was me and MY car.
Prick.
21-12-2010, 07:01 PM
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21-12-2010, 07:07 PM
#78
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Where are you pulling this from?
I am using my own personal experience to comment on the situation.
Too many people want stuff for free.
And Danny - you are king of the ramblers on here. I think you know it too. Get back to being proven incorrect over and over again!
21-12-2010, 07:14 PM
#79
I would never say in the same post..id spend my money on suspension upgrades and then say....what suspension you using!!!! LOL!!
cheers danny
21-12-2010, 07:16 PM
#80
PassionFord Post Whore!!
If you can point out more than 3 times where iv been PROVEN wrong on here mate then il gladly leave forever..
I would never say in the same post..id spend my money on suspension upgrades and then say....what suspension you using!!!! LOL!!
cheers danny
I would never say in the same post..id spend my money on suspension upgrades and then say....what suspension you using!!!! LOL!!
cheers danny
Stop jumping to conclusions. Just getting arsey because someone has said something different to spunking 2K on an engine that you are trying your best to get involved with.