Which Zoners car is best for a hill climb?

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Tue Jan 22, 2008 7:52 am

Which Zoners E30 would do well in a hill climb? who's done one / thinking of one...?

Love to see some spec's of cars M3's, 325's, 318is - ideas and thoughts on what would work and ideas on engine, tyre options etc..

Fire away... :D
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:27 am

Big bhp - high torque - excellent traction - lightening quick, neutral handling ......... That would be the best. But then I guess I have just described the ideal car for any motorsport.
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 1:10 pm

Type "George Plasa" in to youtube. That's what you want for hillclimbs!!!
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 1:21 pm

As far as E30's go I reckon an M3 or even a 318is would fair better than any 6pot even if power was cranked up with a turbo or supercharger so the 325i for example and M3 were on even power to weight.

I'm a 6pot man myself so its not something I like to admit to!

I reckon tho a supercharged 318is, stripped out, with the usual suspension refinements, and the weight balance moved to favour the rear (for example battery relocation to boot, cf bonnet) also maybe wider track tyres at the rear (possibly 8j), but normal at the front and an lsd would tare arse it up a hill.
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 1:28 pm

Im hoping to be using my 'is in hill climbs and sprints this year. Budget and the need to use the car as daily transport has lead to me doing feck all in the way of mods. Not planning on being competative, just want some fun.
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:16 pm

M3 - 300hp, straight cut box, 5.44 diff. Coilovers. Cmaber adjustment etc. Ap racing brakes. R888's. Jobs a good 'un :)
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:50 pm

This looks the ticket


I think most Zoners would enjoy a hill climb but perhaps not pushing it as much
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:53 pm



F**k it I know it's an E36 but you would wouldn't you? Judd V8.......yes please :twisted:
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:58 pm

shorty73 wrote:

F**k it I know it's an E36 but you would wouldn't you? Judd V8.......yes please :twisted:
LOOK HOW FLAT THAT CORNERS !!!
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 10:59 pm

here ya go

george plasa

reto meisel

bruno llanelo in a delta S4


that lancia sounds awesome!!
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:02 pm

a fing metro check this out you know you would have this in a second

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Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:05 pm

heres colin at donegal last year

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Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:18 pm

blitz877 wrote: reto meisel
Why can't cab drivers drive like that. Had a good night, get in a cab and instantly your get in you need a pee. Get me home NOW :teehee:
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:24 pm

Look on George's site. It's got a shed load of downloadable videos. In car ones are fantastic. But do one thing..............turn it up F***ing LOUD 8)
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Tue Jan 22, 2008 11:51 pm

Ideal E30 for UK hillclimbs would be 318 based. Anything over 2 litres puts you in the same classes as Evos and Imprezas and you don't stand a chance of winning the class (or coming anythign other than last, realistically).
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 9:18 am

@ agent006, ever heard of a 320is? 1990cc and 192bhp, bit better than a 318 i think. winkeye
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 9:40 am

e30matt wrote:@ agent006, ever heard of a 320is? 1990cc and 192bhp, bit better than a 318 i think. winkeye
Definately, but then an m3 would be even better...
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:14 am

and when it all goes wrong

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Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:52 am

that must have cost a small fortune to rebuild :eek: :eek:
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 1:10 pm

Tari look at Agent006's post, the car has to be under 2000cc to compete in that class, M3 would be 2.3 or 2.5!
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 2:18 pm

Ohhhh... my bad!

I would love to have a 320is though, as it is known to be faster then the 325i...

BUT I just can't leave the sound of a 6 pot behind!!!
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:58 pm

Cheers boys for the comments and thoughts...Any takers - still time for April 17th, 18th and 19th??

I'm running my E30 325 which sounds the dogs with no boxs to reduce the noise of the 6 pot - so it's a great sound :D

I'm sure I could get the car lighter but budget has to come into it, last year one guy spent £3500 on his turbo 8O

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Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:31 pm

Looks the Canines Plums mate. What's it weigh? Mines at 1020kg now. What's the minimum your allowed?
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Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:36 pm

Great pictures dude get them bbs BLACK :twisted:
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Thu Jan 24, 2008 10:56 pm

shorty73 wrote:Type "George Plasa" in to youtube. That's what you want for hillclimbs!!!
Here Here..

The perfect millionairs play thing..
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Thu Jan 24, 2008 11:03 pm

tari wrote:Ohhhh... my bad!

BUT I just can't leave the sound of a 6 pot behind!!!

Youve gotta love the sound of a 320is though. This has gotta be the perfect hill climb car.?

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