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Old Jul 20, 2012 | 10:14 PM
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Default Re: Traction Control Test

golferken55,

That's the job of the ESP.... ANY wheel slip is immediately dealt with by lowering the engine power and applying brakes at the appropriate wheels. Turn off the ESP and the traction control is still there, BUT not as intrusive. ONLY by disabling the Yaw sensor can you hope to defeat the system and drive a truly manual braking system.

Some racing drivers have told me that after they got 'good', they turned off the Traction Control/ESP type systems and then really got good at braking for corners. Being able to take the car to that very limit without loosing traction.

That being said, I'll keep mine on for daily driving and even track runs. I am NOT that good yet.

If you feel you are that good... more power too you. BUT, you WILL end up skidding quite a bit on the manual braking. These cars are VERY tail happy and will slide out from under you at a moment's notice.

Safety first folks... Buckle up. If you are at the track, roll DOWN your windows and wear a helmet and proper driving attire.

Cheers!
 
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