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The rev match programming is obviously not the same with all makes, maybe not even within a make. My car has not demonstrated any rev overhang upshifting, and the rev match downshifting is very satisfactory. Shifting technique might need some adjustment for different cars, but I haven't found...

I have not checked the alignment, but I plan to soon. Not because I find fault with it, just something I do with any new car. I've removed the front strut assembly pins, so I might gain a half degree camber. If I were doing track stuff with it, I would take a deeper dive into the alignment. But...

Your points are well taken. I'm trying to discipline myself to be as content with the car as you. I still struggle with the front drive thing, although I must admit, this one is very good, although the basic differences in dynamics remain. I've certainly been guilty of being a serial trader, and...

I think it depends on your uses. I believe the car is extremely well set up from the factory, and the power level is spot on for the OE suspension tune. When I was setting up street cars for the track, most were not as well put together as the ITS, and I was lucky to end up with something as...

It's really not a matter of better or inferior, but simply the dynamics of a 320 hp front driver and a 480 hp rwd. I'm an old fart, and my experience is with high hp rwd sports cars. The handling characteristics of the 2 platforms is drastically different near the limit, but not consequential...

I drove Caddy CT4V Blackwing today. It is a great car, and maybe my next car. I really believe it is a better driver's car than the current BMW M cars.

I can hardly think of two more different cars. Yes, if the M850i pleases you, then the Integra is off the plate. I can sympathize with you, as I come from a background of high HP rear drive cars, although more sports oriented than the M850i, such as, Cayman, GT3, ZO6, etc. I thought of getting...

So, what's the word on your new car's engine mode setting?

Yep, odd. I notice that you are in Canada. Is it possible that emission regs there could preclude this feature?

I don't doubt that some owners tune to make the exhaust sounds louder, but, I have to disagree that they are faint with the OE tune. In Sport + you should easily hear the racket produced. I don't know what the recommended break in procedure is, mine was full go off the dealer lot. But unless you...

I assume that 265/60-18 is not the actual size that you're considering. That's a difference in OD of over 5".

I had Apex wheels on a couple of BMWs and was very pleased. I know they have at least one that maintains the OE offset. People have different opinions on that, with some seeking the "look" of a lower offset that pushes the wheel more outboard. I guess it depends on your priorities. The dual axis...

I don't quite understand the engine brake comment. If the car is in a significantly lower gear, engine braking will result, just a mechanical fact. But as mentioned, rotating mass with lighter parts will vary. Also, these cars have a relatively close-ratio gear set, so more shifting would be...

First, thank you for your service. Vietnam was the trauma of my generation. Wouldn't it be good if the politicians had to run the race rather than just fire the starter gun. Yes, cleaning a car can indeed be a therapeutic experience. Go for it!

I used to be totally anal about keeping the car clean. Then I got involved in track stuff and found that it's not possible to keep a car pristine when on the track regularly. I'm through with that now, but it got me past the need to have a perfect car every day. It's more fun to drive it hard...

That would be ideal, but I trust the straps to secure the spare, and it also provides a perfect space to fit the jack kit under the strap. I could have gone with a smaller wheel, with the plan to use the spare only on the rear. But when I think of all the possible scenarios for changing a tire...

I bought a compact spare from EZ Spare Wheel, and it works fine. The first one they sent did not fit because they didn't have the correct bolt pattern for the Type S in their system. They sent a 5X114, and 5X120 is correct. The OE lug nuts will probably be incorrect for most after-market spare...

I've heard that about the VSC and rear pads. I have no track plans for this car, but if I change my mind, I'll turn it off for sure. Compared to many other cars, and most of the ones that I have tracked, this car is extremely forgiving. Experienced drivers would almost have to intentionally get...

I've played with various Individual mode settings. It's a good feature, but for me, it seems the factory Sport mode is the best general setting, so I usually let it default to that and forget about it. I've also noticed that, with rare exception, leaving traction control on is fine. Maybe I'm...