Formula One: Time Bombs!!, page 1
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I was just wondering what you guys thought of LH deeming that the current non re-fillable cars are time bombs just waiting to go off. Harder to brake, heavier for the first half of a race, more force when involved in an accident, etc, etc.....your opinions?
I think it will might take the drivers a bit longer adjusting their driving style, but I don't think the cars will be "time bombs." Once the drivers know how their car's handling changes, it should be fine. Drivers will have to adjust their driving style more throughout the race, though.
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Maybe that clown would like a maximum race of only 20 laps or a maximum fuel load of 10 gallons.... maybe he can handle that.... think I will start watching girls volley ball competitions...
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A load of bollocks
How can you settle for a safe third or something, because it’s four points? Jesus, people like that should be accountants, not racing drivers.” Gilles Villeneuve
Doh " a load of bollocks" you are experienced enough not to make that remark.
I did mention this earlier. I do think, without doubt that the larger fuel load does increase the risk of a fire following a crash. I know these modern tanks are very good but with the extra fuel, which may be stored in a more vulnerable location, could be a time bomb- this is what I think Hamilton was referring.
I have been involved in the aftermath of a race fire and it is not something I do wish to experience again
I would not normally advise this- but if you have any doubt look at Jo Schlesser's crash on Tube it is very unpleasant.
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
Edited by vanwall on 03 February 2010 at 10:30
Those fuel loads are nothing new to F1, why the sudden driver concern van? This is what you like, as in the old days..
Those fuel loads are nothing new to F1, why the sudden driver concern van? This is what you like, as in the old days..
How can you settle for a safe third or something, because it’s four points? Jesus, people like that should be accountants, not racing drivers.” Gilles Villeneuve
Doh " a load of bollocks" you are experienced enough not to make that remark.
I did mention this earlier. I do think, without doubt that the larger fuel load does increase the risk of a fire following a crash. I know these modern tanks are very good but with the extra fuel, which may be stored in a more vulnerable location, could be a time bomb- this is what I think Hamilton was referring.
I have been involved in the aftermath of a race fire and it is not something I do wish to experience again
I would not normally advise this- but if you have any doubt look at Jo Schlesser's crash on Tube it is very unpleasant.
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
And in which year did Jo Schlesser have his accident? I think designs have improved, but I may be wrong......,
Also the chassis was made of magnesium which didn't help.
How can you settle for a safe third or something, because it’s four points? Jesus, people like that should be accountants, not racing drivers.” Gilles Villeneuve
Those fuel loads are nothing new to F1, why the sudden driver concern van? This is what you like, as in the old days..
911 it is because of the good old days that I recall some of the bad old days that came with it 911 and fire was one of them. And as I said I had already expressed my doubts last year
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
But you don't mind the risks of pitcrews handeling the "bombs" by millisec timed refuelling in the pits?
Pit stops are not racing accidents. There are extinguishers trained on the car the car is undamaged- I cannot remember a mechanic ever receiving a serious burn can you ??
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
Maybe that clown would like a maximum race of only 20 laps or a maximum fuel load of 10 gallons.... maybe he can handle that.... think I will start watching girls volley ball competitions...
LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT WOMAN.. A NYMPHOMANIAC WHO OWNS A LIQUOR STORE..(.Y.)..
F1 IS ALL ABOUT PASSION, FERRARI IS BEYOND THAT!
uhh .. u forgot all the fire incidences over the last 3-4 years .. off the top of my head I can name a few - MSC - Ferrari, Minardi, FM - Ferrari, Kimi - Ferrari. DC - McLaren
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Yes but none were injured by fire. A loose hose yes
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
Pit stops are not racing accidents. There are extinguishers trained on the car the car is undamaged- I cannot remember a mechanic ever receiving a serious burn can you ??
The car is more important than the driver 75% car 25% driver
I remember Kimi beeing almost barbercued some months ago... and trained people with extinguishers are in every corner of todays tracks so I dont think Lewis, or you, have a heavy case. It's more likely bollocks like doh said.