David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
8/20/20 8:52 a.m.

The project started with a seemingly simple question: What’s awesome?

The “what” referred to the motorsports events that make up our scene. The question was posed by OPTIMA, the battery company popular in the enthusiast market. James Clay, owner of BMW tuning house BimmerWorld, was the one being asked. The question basically represented a blank slate for his next giant …

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pinchvalve (Forum Supporter)
pinchvalve (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
8/20/20 3:07 p.m.

Looks like 1/2" plate steel. I'm sure it's not, but that would put some weight on the rear tires!

Kevin_at_BW
Kevin_at_BW GRM+ Memberand New Reader
8/20/20 3:40 p.m.

In reply to pinchvalve (Forum Supporter) :

Speaking of the tunnels?  All carbon fiber baby!

759NRNG (Forum Partidario)
759NRNG (Forum Partidario) UltraDork
8/20/20 6:18 p.m.

This is by far a beast for sure......and correct me if i'm wrong....but haven't all the fastest up the "hill" been AWD?

Kevin_at_BW
Kevin_at_BW GRM+ Memberand New Reader
8/21/20 12:38 p.m.

Not since it was completely paved, no. They don't take absolute top billing, but RWD definitely has plenty of grip and go fast ability to the top now.

wspohn
wspohn Dork
8/22/20 1:39 p.m.

I think you might need a steeper angle on that front air foil if you want the critters you hit to clear the roof on the way up......

jerel77494
jerel77494 New Reader
12/9/21 2:28 p.m.

Looks like rear shock travel is real short!

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