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BMAN
09-15-2010, 11:23 AM
The latest Ken Block Gymkhana.

http://www.youtube.com/user/DCshoesFILM#p/u/0/4TshFWSsrn8
Chakka
09-15-2010, 11:34 AM
Not buying a set of those tires.........they only lasted one heat cycle on a Ford!
BMAN
09-15-2010, 11:53 AM
not buying a set of those tires.........they didn't last one heat cycle on a ford!

ftfy!
rs911t
09-15-2010, 12:00 PM
that's just crazy!
HoodPin
09-15-2010, 12:26 PM
Cool.....a 650 HP Spirograph! :lol:
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And no.....the Gymkhana planned for PCA Potomac's 55th Anniversary will not be quite this challenging. :p

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Ken Block is just sick....
Roxtar
09-15-2010, 03:07 PM
tagged the wall in t2.
shredded the surface in the pit
went 2 wheels off several times.

http://www.chevettesonice.ca/Images/Flag_black79.GIF
/wrong number, i know.
FlatOut
09-15-2010, 03:13 PM
Yes.
BMAN
09-15-2010, 03:20 PM
And no.....the Gymkhana planned for PCA Potomac's 55th Anniversary will not be quite this challenging. :p


I am sure Ken could balance an egg on a spoon while nose lapping the Segway.....if he wanted to.:)
Hunter
09-15-2010, 04:08 PM
That was very cool.
Landjet
09-15-2010, 04:50 PM
Incredible car control skills.
FlatOut
09-15-2010, 06:15 PM
Incredible car control skills.

I hope to run with him someday.........in the highest run group.
markwemple
09-15-2010, 06:19 PM
Makes you wonder what Seb Loeb could do.
joep
09-15-2010, 06:57 PM
:? :confused: :shock: :eek: :!: :shock: :eek: :shock: :o: :mrgreen: :Puke: :mrgreen: :wink: :grin: :cool:
Chakka
09-15-2010, 07:44 PM
Makes you wonder what Seb Loeb could do.

Win the WRC championships was probably a good start..............Mr. Block is near the back of the back against those boys.
good hands
09-15-2010, 08:09 PM
I hope to run with him someday.........in the highest run group.

Not sure who you are Mr. Flat out but my guess is that you drive a 944 in real life...It's the perfect alter ego..
markwemple
09-15-2010, 10:26 PM
Win the WRC championships was probably a good start..............Mr. Block is near the back of the back against those boys.

Exactly. Although Ken is a bit of a specialist at this stuff. I'd also love to see Pastrana do some more of this.
FlatOut
09-16-2010, 07:38 AM
not sure who you are mr. Flat out but my guess is that you drive a 944 in real life...it's the perfect alter ego..

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realroadrage
09-16-2010, 08:49 AM
Cool. Did I see him shift the car with a) a floor-mounted lever and b) a paddle shifter?
BMAN
09-16-2010, 09:04 AM
Cool. Did I see him shift the car with a) a floor-mounted lever and b) a paddle shifter?

My guess is the floor mounted level is the E brake.
savowood
09-17-2010, 02:15 AM
The floor mounted lever is a brake. It's a bit more than an e-brake. Usually, only the rear wheels. It's kind of like the foot brake on a motorcycle.

-Michael
APKhaos
09-17-2010, 02:26 AM
There's a massive WRC-style paddle shifter mounted on the wheel. Ultra sensitive pull for up/push for down, and really quick.

KB has run several WRC events this season. I think he may have finished one, having crashed out a few times. If he keeps at it he could be a contender.

FWIW, Kimi Raikonen crashed out most of his first season, but is now finishing events [ie finishing all three days] and is in the top ten for most of them.
Chakka
09-17-2010, 08:10 AM
There's a massive WRC-style paddle shifter mounted on the wheel. Ultra sensitive pull for up/push for down, and really quick.

KB has run several WRC events this season. I think he may have finished one, having crashed out a few times. If he keeps at it he could be a contender.

FWIW, Kimi Raikonen crashed out most of his first season, but is now finishing events [ie finishing all three days] and is in the top ten for most of them.

And after all Kimi's crashes, his exciting interviews are incredible..:lol:... I used to fall asleep listening to him when he won an F1 race.......

I was looking but couldn't find what motor KB has in his car. Saw the HP/Torque numbers.........not a dealer option!
HoodPin
09-17-2010, 08:20 AM
And after all Kimi's crashes, his exciting interviews are incredible..:lol:... I used to fall asleep listening to him when he won an F1 race.......

I was looking but couldn't find what motor KB has in his car. Saw the HP/Torque numbers.........not a dealer option!

Apparently a highly modified 2.0L turbo monster.
Some info here:
http://www.auto-power-girl.com/cars-2010/ford-specifications/ford_fiesta_ken_block_gymkhana_3-4113

But appears that WRC tuning is less; not sure if its a totally different car/engine:
http://www.egmcartech.com/2010/01/29/ken-blocks-monster-wrt-ford-fiesta-to-debut-at-rally-america-snodrift-w-video/


Google is your friend. :D
Chakka
09-17-2010, 08:35 AM
With the info you gave me, who needs google..........:)