Originally Posted by Bruce R.
It would appear that the traction control and ABS systems have been transferred from the SLK to the Crossfire intact. That being the case, turning off the ASP (?) [We call it ESP] will only turn off the traction controls, and allow wheel spin. The components that help prevent a spin out, and the limited slip differential simulator still operate as they designed them to. The LSD simulator kicks out at about 30 to 35 mph, but the "anti spin out" remains engaged at all times, tho' some people think it's dialed back quite a bit.
For track days "we" encourage people to leave the ESP turned on until they get comfortable with the track and the car. After a session or two they can turn it off if they want, to see and feel the difference.
Good point for novice drivers. It's quite a hindrance for others though, it has added nearly two seconds to my times at "Big Willow" because of the way it functions by applying the brakes to compensate for the "slip". Turn 7-8 especially which are routinely driven in a controlled drift at speeds of 110+.
Heck, come to think of it nearly every turn will activate the function on that track and you can really feel the speed reduction. I'm old school and learned controlled slides through turns by feathering the throttle. Not to say I haven't gotten caught with my pants down on a few occasions.
