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Old 08-27-2012, 09:08 PM   #99
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I can't judge the twin's traction and stability programs since I haven't really tested them, but I will say both are pretty damn bad on my Si. They make the car unpredictable and in some conditions actually cause a loss of control that otherwise wouldn't have occurred with these programs turned off which I've tested a decent amount on closed courses.

I like having it as an option, mostly to assist in climbing slippery surfaces but other than that it is off. Fortunately tapping it once will toggle the system, unlike these new cars where you have to hold the damn button down
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You have to hold it to disable both VSC and TSC.
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Old 08-27-2012, 09:50 PM   #100
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You have to hold it to disable both VSC and TSC.
I was referring to my Si...
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Old 08-28-2012, 02:24 AM   #101
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How fast were you "casually" going along?
I was going like speed limit 45-50 in a 45. Was going around a slight bend,I had plenty of experience drifting it on public roads when it was wet out. Its just when your least expecting it anything can happen. NO need to hear any comment from the safety police this was years ago I'm not that dumb anymore.
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