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Old 09-05-2007 | 12:01 PM
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i blare reggeaton from my stereo with the windows down and the sunroof back.

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btw, you can buy tire pressure gauges at autozone or pep boys, or any other car store.
Old 09-05-2007 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Rootski
Am I the only one who thinks that constantly referring to your car by a name is a bit lame?
Yes. Zoomy does not have a problem with that, either.

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Old 09-05-2007 | 01:54 PM
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so he isnt a troll? he just has no clue?
Reformed, seems like.
Old 09-05-2007 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by ken-x8
See if you can find "The Technique of Motor Racing," by Piero Taruffi. (Might have mis-spelled his name) in your local library. Grand Prix driver about half a century ago. Also an engineer, which was very unusual for drivers in those days. Excellent description of double clutching. He calls it double de-clutching, which is more accurate. He describes how to watch the tach to figure the right rpms. You'll eventually do it by ear, but IMHO his analysis is great for learning.

Driving techniques in that book are also great. Not for actual modern racing, but as things to know for spirited driving on the street they are appropriate.

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I think that book is perfect for me. I am currently in college, Purdue University, doing engineering. I've asked the campus car club about some more engineering specific questions about cars, and all I got was anger when they couldn't come up with an answer.

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll look it up.

Originally Posted by StewC625
Then why does my brain hurt?
Your brain always hurts Stewie.

Originally Posted by ken-x8
He WAS a troll. But he's redeemed himself.

a) He confessed.

b) He proclaimed undying love and deep respect for his 8. He never turns on the radio, lest it mask the sound of the engine.

He is now one of us.

Ken
Actually, I tried turning on the stereo again today, for the sake of getting used to it and for the sake of any passengers I may carry on long trips. Didn't like it at all. I left the volume level at 2, and sometimes 1, when its barely audible. Rena's symphony beats any song I can play on the radio, hands down.

I also got a taste of rotary power today. Stuck it into 4th and zoomed all the way down the road. I felt that as the tach needle approached 9000, more and more power seems to well up within the car. It's just an amazing feeling. It's like there's an infinite source of power coming from within. Rena has earned more respect from me. I'm pretty much convinced that all the naysayers who were against me getting an RX8 are wrong now.

Originally Posted by Rootski
Am I the only one who thinks that constantly referring to your car by a name is a bit lame?
I find it respectful. It's like me calling everyone I see "Hey, human." vs "Hey, Steve.".
Old 09-05-2007 | 05:23 PM
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you don't have to read the whole manual, it has an index, the "engineer" in you should have looked up dash lights in the index then........ never mind.


good luck
Old 09-05-2007 | 05:23 PM
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oh btw, i don't think anyone answered your question yet. It means your tires are low on air.
Old 09-05-2007 | 06:24 PM
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Old 09-05-2007 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by dothackRAVE

I find it respectful. It's like me calling everyone I see "Hey, human." vs "Hey, Steve.".
Your car isn't alive. That is the difference. I mean, I had a teddy bear when I was 5 and I named that, but let's all grow up a little. Don't let me be the one to stop you from calling your car "Rena" (a terrible name to begin with), but you sound like a tosser. Do you also call your TV "Rick" and your toothbrush "LaFawnda"? You got to respect a lawnmower, too... they could potentially kill you. He prefers to be called "Allen." Give me a break.
Old 09-05-2007 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Rootski
Your car isn't alive. That is the difference. I mean, I had a teddy bear when I was 5 and I named that, but let's all grow up a little. Don't let me be the one to stop you from calling your car "Rena" (a terrible name to begin with), but you sound like a tosser. Do you also call your TV "Rick" and your toothbrush "LaFawnda"? You got to respect a lawnmower, too... they could potentially kill you. He prefers to be called "Allen." Give me a break.
a) I don't own a TV or lawnmower, and even if I did, I don't share the same passion for them as I do with Rena. Not the same woman.

b) Yes, I do sound like a tosser. Rarely do I filter my thoughts from my fingers.
Old 09-05-2007 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Rootski
Your car isn't alive...
Are you sure about that?

FWIW, my lawnmower has a name. He's not the only one.

In the winter, Murray the Snow King and I have a great time clearing the white stuff out of the driveway. Then Noah (wife's car) and Blue (winter beater) have a path out, while Zoomy stays rested and safe from the slush (no snow tires yet).

Ken
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