Nismo Accident Pics -- Very Sad

Zaggeron · 02-22-2010, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by fatcat777

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, 05:50 PM

What's the story man, how'd you do it?

Zaggeron · 02-22-2010, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

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, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by zmyride

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....

shoopajae10 · 02-22-2010, 06:47 PM

glad you're okay.

dad · 02-22-2010, 08:02 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, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

VDC off huh?...

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..

Vegitto-kun · 02-22-2010, 08:08 PM

What is up with people turning off the safeguards on normal roads.

seriously

VCuomo · 02-22-2010, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

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, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

VDC off huh?...

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, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

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?

Do you drive with Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) off or on?

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, 08:27 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, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

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, 08:48 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, 08:52 PM

so that's why my insurance is higher than my Fit...

02-22-2010, 05:50 PM	#17 (permalink)
Togo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: E. Northport, NY Posts: 7,597 Drives: Stuff Rep Power: 657	What's the story man, how'd you do it? __________________ This will decimate all after you put about fifteen grand in it or more, and if we have to, overnight parts from Japan. Joe Clem and Koeppel Nissan

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