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18th October 2009, 18:03 #1
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Oops of the Day
Let's set the scene. You have raced for a while now and decide it's time for a new toy. You build one of the nicest cars seen in a while, it's been teched, inspected and certified and now it's the big moment. It's now time to shine and get that licenced for racing!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sM1aWpNmqS0
Oh... back to the drawing board, then.
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19th October 2009, 13:08 #2
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I think the oops was when the guy stood and realised that he'd built a car which couldn't even go around a corner
Rule 1 of the forum, always accuse anyone who disagrees with you of bias.I would say that though.
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19th October 2009, 17:05 #3
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Originally Posted by Daniel
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22nd October 2009, 07:03 #4
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The thingy on top of engine bonnet may disturb the driver from doing proper maneuver to avoid the wall, what a shame, then I'll miss one who for some moments can't understand my thingy...
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22nd October 2009, 18:46 #5
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Originally Posted by leopard
Their race is less than 10 seconds long. There is a lot of stuff that has to be done, at the same time, within those seconds. To win consistantly, it has to be done perfectly, or close to it, each and every time. There are no pit stops to use to make up time, make repairs or adjustments, or increase advantage.If legislation makes you equal, you aren't.
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23rd October 2009, 04:30 #6
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Originally Posted by Fiero 5.7
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