When u wanna push it (on public roads), on the bends its 'slow in, fast out' (especially in the wet! i.e. the next few months). Now repeat after me......unless of course you wanna drive like a nutter like the rest of us

[Edited by Wilster - 12/2/2002 11:05:18 PM]

 

good year f1's or toyos

don't over rev it if it is standard, pointless. change up at about 5.5 k revs. oh and get yourself a dumpvalve for less turbo lag and the obviuos joy it will bring you round town!

say to ,yourself that you will never mod it, and do exactly the opposite within about a day of coming on this board!

pop it into 1st gear before you go into reverse to stop it dragging in as you engage reverse.

uprate the brakes and fit braided hosing as the first mod you are not going to do!

DON'T change down to hard as this strains the turbo (or so i am told, and i am inclined to believe this) - change down so that the engine is running at no more than 3 grand when you have completed the change, about where you want to be for lift off any way!

oh and get some pain killers to ease the jaw muscles - you will be grinning like a chimp on acid!

another believer - whoo-hoo!
weava


[Edited by mista weava - 12/3/2002 2:49:06 PM]

 

ok seeing as im a new scoob owner ,,, can u guys tell me the

WOT NOT TO DO IN A SCOOB & WOT TO DO IN a SCOOB

already been told donot drive with fogs on

wot are the other scoob driver rules lol

cheers paul

 

make sure you dont get fuel surge

 

Dont park the car in a lake

 

Allways drive with your "driving lights" on...........
Otherwise known as fog lights
Yoza "fog light terrorist"

 

Dont race, don't drive fast, don't go round corners faster than 10mph, you must get driver training, you must do track day, .....

Alternatively you could make your own decisions as to what is right or wrong! Your money and your car, just remember if you push it too far then plod might take your license from you or physics might take your life from you. Tis up to you

 

right think i get the general idea chaps

thx PAul

 

Why does everyone keep saying this? Yes that's the safest way for public roads but if we're talking track driving or driving like a nutter it isn't the fastest/best. The scooby's engine is mounted low and with bumpsteer and geometry has useful turn in, I like to use that turn in.

 

Put an egg under your throttle so you don't get too carried away, keep your tank over 3/4 full, don't lift off the throttle mid bend (though quite why you'd be using the throttle round a bend, which you've just walked round to check for obstacles is beyond me), dump your clutch at regular intervals to avoid judder and ask what the bright button does and you'll be fine

 

DO enjoy the thing and make sure any work done is by people recommended on this board. There are too many "experts" out there who think they know what is best for your car. Research any mods throughly before taking the plunge.

DO NOT listen to pslewis. Gold wheels are the way forward

 

ROTFLMFAO That is just class

 

Class Bob!!!!!

AJ

 

use super unleaded and get yourself an aftermarket fuel pump before doing any mods.

 

Stay below 3,000rpm until the engine is warm, and let it tick over for at least a minute if just been on boost before switching off or drive the last mile or so off boost (below 3,000rpm).

Use a good synthetic 15W50 oil...

Enjoy

JGM

 

driver the ****** fast - the way its supposed to be. be carefull not to kill yourself.

also make sure you have a st georges flag on the car somewhere.

 

Kenny,
the "slow in, fast out" is actually the best way to drive on the roads as if you make an error of judgement and go in too fast and then brake (and the rear then steps out) your pretty ****ed (especially if there is something coming the other way )
It also gives you the best progressive grip (rather than go straigh in fast and trying to stay there when your on the edge of the grip and sliding which isnt that fast as your loosing traction by going sideways )

Tony

 

Best way on the roads I agree but there are some corners where you can see round - nice open highland roads for example Therefore I say stick her in with lots of speed if you can see you don't need margin for error or if your just mental!

 

Questioning my sanity again Mr MacLeod ?

On a more serious note, my 2p's worth in answer to pcdude's question.

a)make sure your tyres are 100% with good tread/correct pressures and NEVER mix and match.

b)Although their reputation is brilliant these cars are nowhere near invincible, they have a nasty habit of inspiring confidence beyond your abilities then bite you right on the ***

c)Wave goodbye to ever having any savings ever again

 

Just don't take your foot off the pedal when doing this though

 

Don't rely too much on your radar detector and laser jammers. Its got no defence against VASCAR and stuff like that.

Also, avoid Sainsbury's, Tesco and other Supermarket carparks unless you want some "free bodywork" by soccer moms and idiots..

 

Within reason...

 

Be of the attitude that you have the fastest car on the road. Don't let anyone tell you different, and even if they prove they have a faster car with data verified by NASA then reply "ah haa, but my car is faster in the twisties"

 

Chris B

Know what you mean re the mix and match but for a while I had new Yokohamas on the back and relatively new SO2's on the front.

Interesting combination, to say the least

Sure some combinations work but personally always feel happier with 4 all the same

 

avoid avons like the plague and if you want good tyres at a good price go for toyos which are are superb all round (for the price)

 

Never ever speed, ever!

No one on here speeds, or indeed enjoys their cars.

If you do get caught speeding come on here and ask for some advice....

You will always get some freindly advice.


Buy yourself a flamesuit as well...you may well need it.

Ali

Oh yeah and never listen to word i say.

Enjoy!

 

Reading Saxo-Boys previous comment about slow in-fast out not being the best for track etc etc. Just goes to prove why you got flamed previously when you went on about not having anything to learn about quick driving! Anyone who has competed in motorsport will confirm that slow in-fast out is nearly always the quickest way to get around any bend (always the odd exception).

 

Flyboy surely it's fast in fast out lift foot off throttle - panic as back end comes past you then plant the scoob in the road side

 

guys wot a " compromise " FAST IN AND EVEN FASTER OUT

cheers Paul

 

DO.....

Get a Scoobysport backbox, decat centre and downpipe
Get a set of decent tyres
Clean your car every weekend
Cruise slowly around your home town with just sidelights and fogs on

DON'T.....

Get a really loud VTA dump valve
Put 6x9s in the back shelf, sub in the boot and 4 x 800w amps
Swerve to avoid horses and end up rolling your pride & joy