300CE track day
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1989 Turbo Technics AMG 300CE 3.6
300CE track day
Finally got to a track last weekend for the first time ever. The car was rev limited to 4k by the exhaust which made for some horrible sounds but it was great fun! Looking forward to going back with the new exhaust. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3utE6FUKM_8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3utE6FUKM_8
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It handles very well. Upgrading the suspension is the best value for money modification you can do with these cars. This car received Eibach springs, Koni shocks, custom front and rear swaybars (30mm at front) and new bushings. About $2500 all up.
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Next time out try to clip those "candy cane " curbs...
Your tires won't squeal as much with a better entry/exit line...
Looks like a lot of fun
Ed A.
Next time out try to clip those "candy cane " curbs...
Your tires won't squeal as much with a better entry/exit line...
Looks like a lot of fun
Ed A.
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Personally I feel that the ride is very comfortable with the current configuration but that sort of thing is obviously subjective.
I'm keen to get some professional instruction next time on the track since that video was my first ever track experience. I know Mercedes offers a full day driving academy here, very tempting...
I'm keen to get some professional instruction next time on the track since that video was my first ever track experience. I know Mercedes offers a full day driving academy here, very tempting...
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Personally I feel that the ride is very comfortable with the current configuration but that sort of thing is obviously subjective.
I'm keen to get some professional instruction next time on the track since that video was my first ever track experience. I know Mercedes offers a full day driving academy here, very tempting...
I'm keen to get some professional instruction next time on the track since that video was my first ever track experience. I know Mercedes offers a full day driving academy here, very tempting...
I'm sure you can find something to get involved in
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Racing on old style narrow bias ply rubber allowed for a predictable known slip angle that would benefit from an opposite lock entry to the corner.
Regardless of tire type the fastest line throough a corner is the straightest line, and most times you have to hit the curb or clip the grass to achieve the optimum entry-apex-exit points.
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At the moment I'm running 225/45ZR17 and 255/40ZR17 rubber. The last track day took chunks out of the tires so I'm definitely going to take it easier the next time out in a couple of weeks. At least the engine is up on power now so I might not feel like I need to push it as hard in the corners to make up time.
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At the moment I'm running 225/45ZR17 and 255/40ZR17 rubber. The last track day took chunks out of the tires so I'm definitely going to take it easier the next time out in a couple of weeks. At least the engine is up on power now so I might not feel like I need to push it as hard in the corners to make up time.
The "chunking" of the tires is being caused by the "scrubbing" pressure you are putting on them while you are cornering...
Every loud squeal you heard was tearing your tires apart...
Next time you're at the track take at least one slow lap to establish the best line through the corners.
Progressivley increase speed and you'll be amazed how smoothly you corner.
Most times on a track you go faster by going slower !!!!
Look at my sketch of a compound ess and 90 and the line you would take to go fast and not scrub the tires..
Ed A.
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For anyone in the market, this car is now up for auction on eBay:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mercedes-Benz.../231074695883?
The new owner will have even more fun thanks to the new engine and free flowing exhaust.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mercedes-Benz.../231074695883?
The new owner will have even more fun thanks to the new engine and free flowing exhaust.
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For anyone in the market, this car is now up for auction on eBay:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mercedes-Benz.../231074695883?
The new owner will have even more fun thanks to the new engine and free flowing exhaust.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mercedes-Benz.../231074695883?
The new owner will have even more fun thanks to the new engine and free flowing exhaust.
