How will I be able to drive my V8?

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    How will I be able to drive my V8?

    I met exhilR8 today. He gave me a ride in his V10 and then let me drive it. OMG I bumped my head on the head rest when he showed me how to use launch control. What a hoot!

    A big thank you Brad. I had a wonderful experience. It was nice to meet you and your bride. You have a beautiful and fun car. Without this forum I would never of had this experience. Thank you one and all.
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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    Great to meet you too, Don, and thanks for showing me how to mount the GoPro camera. Nice driving in the Sandia foothills, BTW, I really enjoyed the ride. And the Launch Control is a blast, too, isn't it? Too bad it leaves an indelible record on something other than the pavement...

    Next time you're out here, I'll get us some esclusive track time at http://www.trackpedia.com/wiki/Sandia_Motor_Speedway

    It's very tight and technical, but it offers plenty of opportunities to push the cornering to 10/10.

    Looking forward to your next visit.
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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    How good is this Forum!

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    Nice you had a blast in the V10 mngolfer

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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    Quote Originally Posted by exhilR8 View Post
    SNIP Too bad it leaves an indelible record on something other than the pavement...
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    Isn't it a bit reckless to be leaving black-lines on the pavement - in the UK we'd definitely get cited...
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    What's that...... "in the US the pavement is the bit between the curbs..", oh, right - had mental picture of R8 weaving between lamp posts and pedestrians with smoke off all 4 wheels
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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    How? simple. Stasis Supercharger. Have driven V10 and it's great but kick in the pants is even better with Supercharged V8

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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    Quote Originally Posted by ianerrid View Post
    Isn't it a bit reckless to be leaving black-lines on the pavement - in the UK we'd definitely get cited...
    Only if caught.
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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    I'd say you're left with no choice but to trade for a V10.

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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    A V10 is an amazing bit of kit. I would love to own one one day, for now my V8 keeps me happy

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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    If I ever want more power, I'll be moving into a V10 myself. No point (i.m.o.) to S.C. when you can get it for less right from manufacturer themselves. Plus, I prefer the naturally aspirated motors over the likes of s.c. and turbos.
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    Re: How will I be able to drive my V8?

    I wouldn't mind the V10 engine in a V8 body.
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