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2014 pre-launch thread

Discussion in 'F1' started by Ferraripilot, Dec 15, 2013.

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  1. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ Owner

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    Hey, we've (just about) adjusted to the narrow cars so in time these will seem "normal".
     
    VIZSLA, Jan 23, 2014
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  2. Dino2010

    Dino2010 F1 Rookie BANNED

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    Definitely!
    I sincerely hope we're not going back to these monsters...
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  3. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ Owner

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    Some of those "monsters" carry fond memories.
     
    VIZSLA, Jan 23, 2014
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  4. Dino2010

    Dino2010 F1 Rookie BANNED

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    True, I remember the 6 wheel Tyrrell, I found it amazing, in those days.
    The 6 wheel Ferrari 312, though never really raced in a GP, I believe.
     
    Dino2010, Jan 23, 2014
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  5. crinoid

    crinoid F1 Veteran Silver Subscribed

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    I like the last two.
     
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  6. Crawler

    Crawler F1 Veteran

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    That is correct, and neither did the "Spazzaneve" (2nd from last photo).
     
    Crawler, Jan 23, 2014
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  7. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +1

    They've certainly done some bad looking **** over the years though! It is what it is.

    As you said before, 'fast is beautiful, but beautiful isn't always fast'. ;)

    They'll be fine.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
    Fast_ian, Jan 23, 2014
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  8. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Kimi doesn't give a damn!....

    "Leave me alone, I know what I'm doing!' :)

    Gotta love Kimi!

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
    Fast_ian, Jan 23, 2014
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  9. trumpet77

    trumpet77 Formula 3

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    Always refreshing to be reminded that the only thing that matters is to make the car go faster.
     
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  10. TifosiUSA

    TifosiUSA F1 Veteran

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    F1 and the fans care about aesthetics because vanity panels wouldn't have come about otherwise. I bet the rules will be changed next year to make the cars less hideous.

    Part of the reason I don't follow Indycar is the fact that the cars look ridiculous. Sure the sport is going to be *JUST* fine, and I'm sure they will be fast, but can we get a set of rules that doesn't make them an eye sore? It's not that hard.
     
    TifosiUSA, Jan 23, 2014
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  11. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ Owner Project Master

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    I can taste the Mclaren launch tomorrow! Really looking forward to seeing what they put together during this weird transitional year they will have
     
    Ferraripilot, Jan 23, 2014
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  12. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    From, of course, Sniff;

    :D

    He doesn't seem like a bad lad to me.... But he is definitely *slow*!......

    Cheer,
    Ian
     
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  13. DF1

    DF1 Three Time F1 World Champ

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    +1 they could win the title this year. Its all new and who knows who actually will get it right.
     
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  14. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ Owner Project Master

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    The minnows need the capital any way they can get it right.
     
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  15. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +2

    Should be one of the most interesting seasons we've had in a long time. The Cans don't seem happy, Kimi -v- Fred should be awesome, and some of the midfielders could easily move forward. Sucks that the wheels seem to have fallen off Fauxtus, but they could find some money I guess.

    As long as one of the power unit suppliers doesn't completely dominate it should be great.... While I'd admire a stunning technical achievement, only one being 'capable' of winning isn't what I want. Hopefully, they'll all be there or thereabouts.

    Testing next week! And while we can't read too much into the first test it's certainly gonna be very, very interesting.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
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  16. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +1 unfortunately.

    And, for now at least, not just the minnows. I'm amazed Fauxtus had to take the Revs money to stay (somewhat?) afloat after their last season.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
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  17. DF1

    DF1 Three Time F1 World Champ

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    S P O T - O N! :)
     
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  18. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ Owner Project Master

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    +1 great post Ian.
     
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  19. Igor Ound

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    Someone's got types of accident prevention mixed up.
     
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  20. SoftwareDrone

    SoftwareDrone F1 Veteran Sponsor Owner

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    Sorry, just got back to this thread.

    I liken a high horsepower, naturally aspirated engine to a martial arts expert who has spent years honing his skills. I liken a high horsepower, forced induction engine to a street thug with a hand gun. There is NO WAY I would have purchased a 360 if it had a turbo. Or any other turbo car. It seems like the F1 cars are going the way of the ricers (i.e. Honda Civic with a huge turbo hanging off the engine).
     
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  21. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Beg to differ there. The tech they're running now is *way* beyond what the ricers can even dream about! I'm particularly interested in the MGU-H, as it's power potential is both unlimited and, implemented 'correctly", should totally eliminate turbo lag.

    At long last, they're once again pushing the envelope!

    'This is why we watch!' ;)

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
    Fast_ian, Jan 23, 2014
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  22. Crawler

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    Well said. I could not agree more.
     
    Crawler, Jan 23, 2014
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  23. TifosiUSA

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    For a few years before they get progressively frozen (ugh). BUT, you're right, this is 1000x more interesting than the V8s.
     
    TifosiUSA, Jan 23, 2014
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  24. joker57676

    joker57676 Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Please, please someone put a decal of a tape measure on one of the penis noses. Please.

    :D

    Mark
     
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