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-   -   Nismo Accident Pics -- Very Sad (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/14895-nismo-accident-pics-very-sad.html)

Zaggeron 02-22-2010 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by fatcat777 (Post 412889)
so you turned off VDC and were driving down a strait road and the back end got away from you on dry pavement?
That looks like a highway access road -- perhaps I35 near Austin, TX. Perhaps the spin happened after a right or left turn onto the access road. So he could have been turning onto the access road at the speed limit, then goosed it to get up to the access road speed of 50 mph. No VDC and perhaps a spot of wet pavement near the intersection could easily cause a spin if you slam the pedal to get to 50 from 25 in second gear.

Togo 02-22-2010 04:50 PM
What's the story man, how'd you do it?

Zaggeron 02-22-2010 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Zaggeron (Post 412918)
That looks like a highway access road -- perhaps I35 near Austin, TX. Perhaps the spin happened after a right or left turn onto the access road. So he could have been turning onto the access road at the speed limit, then goosed it to get up to the access road speed of 50 mph. No VDC and perhaps a spot of wet pavement near the intersection could easily cause a spin if you slam the pedal to get to 50 from 25 in second gear.
Since he said his right rear tire hit the curb, I'm guessing this happened after a left turn onto the access road? Am I getting warm?

Modshack 02-22-2010 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by zmyride (Post 412910)
Yup i wonder how long before insurance companies realize too many punks driving Z and getting into too many accidents.
I think it's already happened. My rates are double what they were on my 470hp '08 Vette, and I'm over 60....:thumbsdown:

shoopajae10 02-22-2010 05:47 PM
glad you're okay.

dad 02-22-2010 07:02 PM
Yes it's very sad when you turn off a safety feature that was designed to(sometimes) prevent loss of control! That could prevent you from wrecking, or killing some one!

m4a1mustang 02-22-2010 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Modshack (Post 412860)
VDC off huh?...:shakes head:

Thanks for keeping my insurance rates high.

Other than that, hope you get it fixed like new.

Learn car control, or don't push the button..
:iagree:

Vegitto-kun 02-22-2010 07:08 PM
What is up with people turning off the safeguards on normal roads.

seriously

VCuomo 02-22-2010 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun (Post 413084)
What is up with people turning off the safeguards on normal roads.

seriously
If you know how to control/handle the car, there is nothing wrong with turning off VDC. With VDC on, it holds the car back, even when punching the throttle on dry pavement in a straight line. With VDC off, it's like unleashing the car and being able to use all of the performance that the Z has to offer - if you know how to use it!

RCZ 02-22-2010 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Modshack (Post 412860)
VDC off huh?...:shakes head:

Learn car control, or don't push the button..
But I thought that when you buy a nismo, some of the extra money goes towards buying driving experience?

Anyone else only turn their VDC off in the rain?

Xan 02-22-2010 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by RCZ (Post 413104)
But I thought that when you buy a nismo, some of the extra money goes towards buying driving experience?

Anyone else only turn their VDC off in the rain?
http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...l-vdc-off.html

For me, my 350Z doesn't have VDC, so I'm used to it.
Plus the car lets you play on the limit, so if you know what you're doing it won't kick your ***...

shabarivas 02-22-2010 07:27 PM
Wow man.... sucks ... even w/ VDC on in the rain the car gets real slippy fast... But that road looks dry as a bone... would be interesting to hear the real deal

Mike 02-22-2010 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by FuszNissan (Post 412872)
I can't stress how important it is to get driving lessons on these cars. So many people disrespect the power of sports cars in general. I am glad no one was hurt. Spending the money on lessons is a good investment, also lets you know your limits with your car.
Just my .02
Not to mention, its a ton of fun!!!!!

antman22 02-22-2010 07:48 PM
and this is why i won't turn off VDC until i can find myself a giant skidpad to play on. I don't want to test the limits of the car (and my driving ability) on public streets. I'll keep the nanny on in public.
Sounds like you're ok, thankfully no one was hurt.

kenchan 02-22-2010 07:52 PM
so that's why my insurance is higher than my Fit... ;)


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