do's and don'ts of RWD in the FRS

[shadoquad]

Originally Posted by GenkiElite

Is everyone really that new to driving are you guys trying to be funny? It's like this place is full of 15 y/o's with temps.

The point of this thread is to give insights to people who are new to driving, or at least new to RWD.

[TouchMyHonda]

Do manji mnaji's dont crash.

[pr086]

Originally Posted by GenkiElite

Is everyone really that new to driving are you guys trying to be funny? It's like this place is full of 15 y/o's with temps.

the fact that most people are probably coming from FWD is the point. in my SI i can pretty much do whatever i want, whenever i want, as roughly as i want mid corner and it is not going to upset the car to the point of losing control.

even though the frs is low power and well balanced. being RWD gives it the potential to catch you off guard if you're used to driving a certain way.

[Lonewolf]

Originally Posted by onthemove

This, im assuming, is the most easily overlooked thing when it comes to RWD...







Im not super experienced with RWD, just curious if you could elaborate on this?

How about, dont "slam" it into 2nd going around a turn from a dead stop... idk how it is for all cars, but i did it in my aunts camaro ss, all i have to say is good thing the road was wide and no cars were around haha.

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When you're applying or modulating the throttle you want to use gradual force in pushing down or letting the throttle (pedal) raise up...if you are applying throttle in a turn or just before a turn, and you suddenly take your foot off the throttle completely, the tires can unload, and that's when the rear can step out and come around on you...making the inexperienced driver go right into a tree, curb, or another car.

As others have said, take a driving course and learn how to countersteer and control slides...you will be glad that you did.

[eriktherod]

Originally Posted by pr086

the fact that most people are probably coming from FWD is the point. in my SI i can pretty much do whatever i want, whenever i want, as roughly as i want mid corner and it is not going to upset the car to the point of losing control.

even though the frs is low power and well balanced. being RWD gives it the potential to catch you off guard if you're used to driving a certain way.

So, so true. I was used to the Si in how I drove. Now with the FRS I have a lot less body roll and feel more confident in turns. However, it's not as "fool proof" and I've already learned a few lessons the hard way (but nothing wreck worthy).

Also, to the person who said "don't do a hard second shift in a turn from a dead stop" -- yes, don't. The car WILL balance it out but it will get squirrelly for a bit.

[GenkiElite]

Originally Posted by shadoquad

The point of this thread is to give insights to people who are new to driving, or at least new to RWD.

Then all I can say is take a lot this info with a grain of salt. My best advice is to take your time and be careful. Trial and error. There is no manual for a bicycle. You just learn. I think that applies here as well.

[Bristecom]

I've been meaning to ask... is the traction control in these cars power based or brake based?

[shadoquad]

Originally Posted by GenkiElite

Then all I can say is take a lot this info with a grain of salt. My best advice is to take your time and be careful. Trial and error. There is no manual for a bicycle. You just learn. I think that applies here as well.

I agree, and I think that can be applied to pretty much anything one learns on an internet forum.

[Chad]

I'm going from FWD to RWD so this is a great thread for me thanks! Another option for practicing is playing modern racing games with a decent steering wheel and use RWD cars. Some of you who haven't tried this might think it sounds ridiculous but my setup on ps3 with Dirt 3 and a decent wheel is really realistic. At least getting a feel for the steering differences and appropriate steering corrections. Virtual environment is always the safest and no consequences for damaging your car :P Plus if you're like me you're waiting for your FRS so all you can do is pretend...

[Rossman]

I feel like the Traction Control cuts the power on me if I give 'er a bit too much in the corners...doesn't feel like braking is applied.

[shadoquad]

Originally Posted by Chad

I'm going from FWD to RWD so this is a great thread for me thanks! Another option for practicing is playing modern racing games with a decent steering wheel and use RWD cars. Some of you who haven't tried this might think it sounds ridiculous but my setup on ps3 with Dirt 3 and a decent wheel is really realistic. At least getting a feel for the steering differences and appropriate steering corrections. Virtual environment is always the safest and no consequences for damaging your car :P Plus if you're like me you're waiting for your FRS so all you can do is pretend...

Actually, Chad, I think this is a pretty decent idea, as long as you bear in mind the lack of peripheral vision and G forces. Any simulation game should do, like GT5 or Forza 4. Take off the driver assists and play around in corners. Then it won't be as shocking when you practice with your new baby.

[MVJ1975]

Originally Posted by Rossman

I feel like the Traction Control cuts the power on me if I give 'er a bit too much in the corners...doesn't feel like braking is applied.

I agree. Feels like it cuts the throttle off, accompanied with that flashing yellow light on the dash, telling me "don't do that again".

[civicdrivr]

This is my first RWD car, and I drive with trac/vsa/whatever off all the time. Yes, I had two scary instances but was able to recovery quickly. That was on the stock tires though. Every since I went with real summer rubber, it just grips and grips.

I dont like traction control since its very intrusive IMO. Non of my cars had tcs or vsa and I prefer it that way.

[QFry]

dont get complacent and start feeling comfortable taking ANY corner faster than it "should" be taken without being ready to regain control. You may have taken the exact same corner twelve times in a day at the same exact speed and the thirteenth time something has happened (fresh oil on road...gravel from shoulder...water from car washing etc) to change conditions.