Friday, October 27, 2006

Its not about the destination, its about the journey there.

Thursday, October 26, 2006

An interesting day.

I just came back after spending all day in Seattle with fellow college goers. We spent about half the day riding the bus there and back, and the other half we spent pouring over all the new 07 models of every thing from ferraris and lotuses to kias and suzukis. A lot of the higher end cars were sort of off limits, but almost every other car wasn't. We could pop the hood, sit inside, feel the clutch and gear boxes, it was great. And the college paid for every thing except food. I took some pictures of some of the higher end cars and may post them later. Probably the best part was that we knew more than the sales men about some of the cars. It was great backing them into a corner.

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

Thursday, October 19, 2006

Volvo jumping?

So, how many camper trailers can a volvo station wagon jump at 50 mph with a flat bed semi truck trailer for a ramp? Top gear help us out with that.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i38tuQS9gso&NR

Monday, October 16, 2006

4 8 15 16 23 42





Can anyone tell me what these numbers mean.?????? Huh? well can you????////?????

Friday, October 13, 2006

The honda NSX with 5th gear.(a TV show)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQkiIWJw2JY

Thursday, October 12, 2006

What better to post on my new Honda blog than some pictures of some really fast hondas?






Tuesday, October 10, 2006

My new blog

Thank to Cassi, she made this for me and Emailed the template to me a while ago. she even managed to get one of my favorite songs on here. I just now took the time to change it. The blogger link at the bottom doesn't work though, and I don't know why, if any body can tell me please do.

Sunday, October 08, 2006

No one has ever fully experienced 5th gear vtec and lived to tell about it. The one person who did supposedly travel foward in time. We are still waiting for him to appear.

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(> < ) This is Bunny. Help him on his way to world domination.

Thursday, October 05, 2006

I've just finished puting my car back together. My Dad helped, otherwise I would still have like 3 hours to go. I test drove and did some 3rd or 4th gear pulls and every thing seems good. See ya on the flip side.

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

A lesson from life.

If your clutch needs replacing, replace it. Don't try to milk it out. It will leave you kinda stranded.

Monday, October 02, 2006

The 07 Honda Civic TypeR





The new Civic Type R continues to be powered by the naturally-aspirated, high-revving 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC engine but the unit has been significantly reworked to improve responsiveness using a new balancer shaft and drive-by-wire throttle control. VTEC variable valve timing and VTC variable inlet camshaft technology continue to underpin the engine structure.
Further development of the Type R unit means more useable torque, as the switch to high-lift, long duration valve timing (the cam change) now takes place at a lower 5,200 rpm, and continues all the way to 8,000 rpm. So that screaming, high rpm VTEC range is broader and more accessible. To mark the entry to this ‘power band’ a new i-VTEC indicator just to the right of the digital speedometer is illuminated once the revs rise above 5,200 rpm.
Maximum power is now 204 bhp, reached at 8,000 rpm and the car is more responsive generally, while improved aerodynamics ensure the new car cuts through the air more cleanly. Slightly lower gearing compensates for a small increase in kerb weight.
Building on the Civic Type S suspension, which is fine-tuned for sharper chassis dynamics, the Type R takes those modifications to the next level. Like the Type S, its rear track is almost an inch wider than that of the 5-door model, but otherwise damper, bush and spring characteristics are all unique to Type R.
While the styling of previous Civic Type Rs has almost been an after-thought, the latest car enhances the already-bold appearance of the Civic to build an incredibly assertive look. Seven-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels are fitted as standard and – helped by the car’s low ride height – these tuck neatly under the body colored arches.
The deep front spoiler incorporates a larger air intake to channel air to the induction system, as well as triangular foglamps. There’s no missing the distinct body-colored tailgate rear spoiler, which follows the kick-up line from the rear quarter windows, and provides added down-force. At the front, a black honeycomb mesh grille replaces the glass panel of other Civics, sporting – of course – the infamous red ‘H’ badge.
Inside, it’s all about the driving experience. Front seats are racing-style buckets with large black Alcantara bolsters and red stitching, red fabric seat cushions and backs. The seat bench in the back repeats the same color combination.
Picing is yet to be anounced.

Top Speed mph (km/h): 146 (235)

Acceleration 0-60 mph: 6.4

Displacement cu in (cc): 122 (1998)

Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 198(148) / 8000

Redline at RPM: 8000

Thanks to Rsportscars.com for the info.

RPMs and V-tec, the replacement for displacement.