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Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 03-12-2022, 11:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
Two weekends; a 300 mile round-trip roadtrip and...

Two weekends; a 300 mile round-trip roadtrip and an out and in. I've put a little over 3k miles in 2 months. Range is somewhat of a deficiency or limitation but I liken this more to "a good track car...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-24-2022, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
In my short ownership I've taken the car on a few...

In my short ownership I've taken the car on a few longer drives. One trip at 82 miles and another at 160 miles. The 82 mile trip is probably the best test far. I charged the car to a range estimate...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-23-2022, 08:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
Peter- eGolf steering, ride, and handling is very...

Peter- eGolf steering, ride, and handling is very similar. eGolf is heavier than GTI and it is slightly noticeable BUT the weight is all down below the floorboard keeping center of gravity low. Also...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-20-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
Oh yeah, range anxiety is definitely real,...

Oh yeah, range anxiety is definitely real, especially when going places you haven't been (in the car). But, I've also found the more familiar I become with the car and with charge locations those...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-20-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
lol..sorta like masks and politicians? Yes unless...

lol..sorta like masks and politicians? Yes unless I'm on vacation.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 01-20-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,979
Posted By blipshift
eGolf

Hello Dorkiland, been a while, hope everyone is well. I picked up a new to me EV, a low mile 2019 VW Mk7 eGolf. I've put about 500 miles on the odometer and thus far I really do like the car! I had...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 11-14-2019, 07:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,800
Posted By blipshift
Miata. Will rarely break and when it does parts...

Miata. Will rarely break and when it does parts are plentiful and cheap. There is a reason why it has multiple classes in SCCA.
Forum: Track Talk 10-05-2019, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,593
Posted By blipshift
I made the trip and have to agree, the Porsche...

I made the trip and have to agree, the Porsche museum is ok, but Mercedes is amazing for any car lover. Thanks again for the feedback.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 09-09-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,534
Posted By blipshift
lolol ...

lolol

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a28939751/elon-musk-tesla-model-s-ev-nurburgring/
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 09-05-2019, 04:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,534
Posted By blipshift
I'm not tracking the logic trail here but then...

I'm not tracking the logic trail here but then again I haven't really understood Tesla as a company, either. Quite frankly, I'm not sure Elon does either...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 09-04-2019, 10:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,534
Posted By blipshift
Taycan

This appears to be the very first mention of "Taycan" on Dorki? Or my search skillz suck. Is this the beginning of the end for Tesla, cars at least? How does this impact Porsches' other offerings?...
Forum: Track Talk 09-03-2019, 04:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,593
Posted By blipshift
Great stuff, thanks!

Great stuff, thanks!
Forum: Track Talk 09-03-2019, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,593
Posted By blipshift
Anyone else have museum/factory tour feedback?

Anyone else have museum/factory tour feedback?
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 07-23-2019, 09:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,024
Posted By blipshift
Chassy on Pluto TV

Has anyone else stumbled onto the free streaming app, Pluto TV? All free content. And it has a channel called “Chassy” which airs automotive documentaries seemingly 24/7. I’ve watched a couple shows...
Forum: Porsche & BMW Parts For Sale/Wanted 07-22-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,580
Posted By blipshift
IIRC OEM 997 GT3 seats were/are otherworldly...

IIRC OEM 997 GT3 seats were/are otherworldly spendy.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 07-19-2019, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,587
Posted By blipshift
There’s been a lot of speculation and tons of...

There’s been a lot of speculation and tons of misdirection but according to C&D it’s still pushrod.

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a28409341/2020-chevy-corvette-c8-mid-engine-photos-info/
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 07-19-2019, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,587
Posted By blipshift
Maybe not but at the end of 3 you can take a...

Maybe not but at the end of 3 you can take a minute to stroll down hot pits and the Boxster you lapped can catch back up for another point by 😂
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 07-19-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,587
Posted By blipshift
I love Porsche but there wouldn't be a chance in...

I love Porsche but there wouldn't be a chance in hell I'd buy a new base Boxster over a new Stingray unless I specifically wanted manual. Whom I kidding, I wouldn't ever buy a base Boxster unless it...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 07-19-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,587
Posted By blipshift
2020 Corvette Stingray

Mid-engine, DCT only option (no manual), dry sump standard, retains 6.2L N/A LT2 Pushrod w/ 495hp. GM claims 0-60mph in 2.8s.

Monster car and this is just the Stingray :shock:
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Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 06-12-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 5,274
Views: 835,565
Posted By blipshift
C6- WTAF is going on here??? 356 on 66E...

C6- WTAF is going on here???

356 on 66E near Gainesville exit about a month ago.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 06-06-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,537
Posted By blipshift
The Pearl bird is a JRS-1. The JRS-1 was sort of...

The Pearl bird is a JRS-1. The JRS-1 was sort of like an E2 of it's day - sans carrier ops. It did mail runs and did some aerial photo recon. During the attack the plane was undamaged and post attack...
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 06-06-2019, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,537
Posted By blipshift
D-Day

Flakbait (B-26) is the only known Allied Aircraft, with it's original D-Day markings, remaining in the world. It can be seen at the Smithsonian Udvar Hazy Center. (Last I checked it was still on the...
Forum: Professional Help 05-22-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,254
Posted By blipshift
Depending where you are, Convenience Car Care...

Depending where you are, Convenience Car Care does good work with ties to Intersport. Bergman Autowerks also good. Both in Manassas.
Forum: Miscellaneous Discussions 05-17-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,457
Posted By blipshift
More action. So many opinions, love and hate for...

More action. So many opinions, love and hate for the new Japane...Bavarian Tuner!
...
Forum: Other Stuff For Sale 05-16-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,400
Posted By blipshift
Cool, didn't know they had moved to a wireless...

Cool, didn't know they had moved to a wireless solution. What happens if the signal is interfered with - do you get a notification?
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