r26 launch

[goffahsez]

Hi,

I have a megane r26 f1 with a remap to 265bhp,
I have heard rumours that there is a 'hidden' launch control within the technology for the traction control and slip diff? However when I attempt it, it seems to cut the power almost all together then build back up?

here's what I do :-

1. Build revs to about 3500
2. Get close to the biting point
3. Drop the handbrake and clutch at the same time

Am I doing something wrong and quite possibly pretty stupid?

[Crusoe]

Don't think it is hidden, just a revised program on the ESP-traction control system, so that the max possible amount of torque is applied to the wheels without spinning. 4k rpm drop the clutch and it will use the diff and esp to get you the best launch rather than trying to stop wheel spin and kill power.

[goffahsez]

Nice, cheers, will try that, handy for lemans this weekend too!
No handbrake involved?

[minimatt1967]

goffahsez said:

Nice, cheers, will try that, handy for lemans this weekend too!

Are you competing then?

[ArtVandelay]

I've heard it's fairly difficult to achieve but I've never tried to myself.

[goffahsez]

In an r26, not exactly, but gotta try and defends the r26 reputation against my mates 350z!

I've been able to do it a few times but for the amount of times I've tried its proving to be quite difficult yeah!

[ArtVandelay]

goffahsez said:

In an r26, not exactly, but gotta try and defends the r26 reputation against my mates 350z!

I've been able to do it a few times but for the amount of times I've tried its proving to be quite difficult yeah!

Just out of curiosity, how does the car feel with the added power? I've mulled over a remap before but wasn't sure if it was worth the insurance hike.

[Otter Smacker]

Nothing to add, only to ask if pics of your R26 can be posted?

Reason: Love the R26



One day I shall claim ownership of one, one day... Guess I'll have to get my finger out and start saving (which I'm not famous for ).

[goffahsez]

I love it, I notice the difference! I got a flashdrive box from rs tuning so I can reset it, incase of police attention and MOT's and stuff!

I will post some photo's as soon as I have a decent ones! The guy who I bought it from was supposed to send me some professional ones of it beside a yellow Lambo, unfortunately he never did!

[ArtVandelay]

Not one of these is it?

From http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[goffahsez]

I've been searching for them, that's my r26, lol

Thanks so much, how did you find it?

[ArtVandelay]

goffahsez said:

I've been searching for them, that's my r26, lol

Thanks so much, how did you find it?

Posted in the thread a while back as I love liquid yellow

That's a nice car you've got!

[goffahsez]

Its absolutely stunning, especially in the Sun!

I'm simply in love with it! Was very well looked after too!

Saw a clip v6 in the same colour last week, did look good, but not as good, lol

[Papa Hotel]

How I long to return to Renaultsport ownership...

• sighs*

I'd love a LY R26.

[DaveL86]

goffahsez said:

I love it, I notice the difference! I got a flashdrive box from rs tuning so I can reset it, incase of police attention and MOT's and stuff!

Did you steal the "tuning box"? they aren't illegal so why would the police be bothered?

[goffahsez]

Lol cause I 'can't remember' if I told the insurance

[Dift]

So your basically driving round uninsured?

[Fidgits]

goffahsez said:

Lol cause I 'can't remember' if I told the insurance

in that case you are an idiot.

if you can afford modifications, then you can afford the increase in premiums.

[anonymous-user]

Fidgits said:

goffahsez said:

Lol cause I 'can't remember' if I told the insurance

in that case you are an idiot.

if you can afford modifications, then you need to make sure you can afford the increase in premiums.

EFA

OP, better tell your insurers quick smart because your name and reg is on this website and it's not exactly quiet around here...

Edited by MSTRBKR on Tuesday 8th June 17:33

[_Batty_]

goffahsez said:

Lol cause I 'can't remember' if I told the insurance

so they have your reg and type of car, and confession that you've modified your car and not informed the insurers.
You do know that Adrain Flux has a rep that helps with questions on this forum?
and various BiB contribute?
£15k's worth of car and you CBA to pay an extra £150 a year?!?
you sir are an idiot.

Edited by _Batty_ on Tuesday 8th June 18:25