Jalopnik: Olds 88 auto-x

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kevm14
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Jalopnik: Olds 88 auto-x

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http://jalopnik.com/watch-this-dude-aut ... 1702574405
rudyH@Raphael Orlove
5/06/15 1:09pm
Adding 6 psi to the rear and 4 to the front would have made a world of difference.

AustinBenji@rudyH
5/06/15 1:26pm
I believe you mistyped 1.5 psi.

Wait, he didn’t crash? Never mind.

rudyH@AustinBenji
5/06/15 1:34pm
No you gotta’ PU p those babies up! Stiffen them sidewalls real good so that chassis can do it’s work!

TylerLinner@rudyH
5/06/15 2:21pm
1.5psi is a running joke here... any automotive crash can ALWAYS be attributed to the tires being 1.5psi too high or too low.

AustinBenji@rudyH
5/06/15 2:39pm
http://jalopnik.com/how-not-to-explain- ... 1677523538
http://jalopnik.com/this-asshat-bmw-m4- ... 1677493427
lol, I remember that. I even knew what they were talking about before the link.

I kind of have a soft spot for the LSS: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oldsmobile ... .80.931999

Fun fact #1 & #2:
1995: The 3.8L V6 engine was bumped from 170 hp (130 kW) to 205 hp (153 kW). All models shared this same 3.8L engine. The optional 3800 Supercharged engine, making 225 hp (168 kW), was an available option for the LSS, and later other models. First OEM GPS system introduced by any manufacturer, as an option.
http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... 34238.html

Fun fact #3: The LSS may have had a decent "touring" suspension setup.
A new model was introduced, the Luxury Sport Sedan. Engineers fitted bucket seats (a pair of right-had halves of the standard 60/40 split bench seat), floor shifter and a center console (borrowed from the previous generation Pontiac Bonneville SSE) into the interior, and full instrumentation for the dash. Higher spring rates and larger diameter stabilizer bars for the front and rear suspension gave the LSS a firm ride and more controlled handling.
Bob
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Re: Jalopnik: Olds 88 auto-x

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I prefer the uncontrolled handling :) It's more fun to watch in an auto-x.
kevm14
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Re: Jalopnik: Olds 88 auto-x

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Dead on. Probably the most boring to watch is a ~1990 Miata that's all dialed in. It will look very slow.
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