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Old 25th November 2001, 10:44   #1
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RX-7 Turbo II...

It's basically the same story as my encounter with a 993 a month ago, except throw in an extra football field.

I managed to stay with him through the tight bends (the pace was "quick," not racing) which precede my favorite straight, and then I made no qualms about it; I loped by him steadily then just jammed it into 3rd and mashed it. Eased off right at the top of 4th...hee hee...

Much to his credit:
- He gave up REAL soon (and the boost gauge I spotted on his pillar had made me nervous)

- His car handled on rails through the twisties (aftermarket suspension and aggressive camber).

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Great story alpy!

you were right about nervous because of that boost gauge...those thinks can be souped up six ways from sunday!

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