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10-25-2012, 11:03 PM | #2 |
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i would sit closer than most people but i do prefer an agressive seating position. i like to sit low and close enough so i can press the clutch all the way in and still have some bend in my knee.
as for the steering wheel, i like it low but not so low that the top of the wheel is blocking the gauges. as for distance, you should be able to hold the wheel at 9 and 3 and have some bend in your elbows.
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10-26-2012, 02:20 AM | #5 |
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In addition to setup opinions, I'm also curious about how many of you actually drive with two hands on the wheel?
I do once in a while, but it's more comfortable steering with just my right hand at the top of the steering wheel, with my left hand relaxed (OK... messing with the iDrive). |
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Emtrey posted some excellent info in this thread and there is also good video. I like the bit about how to position the mirrors for the blind spot.
http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=724408 |
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I do. And to change the AT gearing and to change between performance modes and to…..well you get the picture. Right Hand Drive car
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10-26-2012, 08:51 AM | #10 |
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How do you taller guys position your right leg? I have it turned outwards where my the ball of my right foot presses the gas pedal.
My foot crosses the pedal at roughly a 45 deg. angle.
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10-26-2012, 09:23 AM | #12 |
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I think he is saying he drives with his right hand...
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aah quoted the wrong person I meant to quote c.cash but this is a bit off topic so i digress.
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10-26-2012, 11:53 AM | #15 |
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I do the same thing, but I'm trying to train myself to keep my foot and leg more straight -- thinking it would be better for my body.?
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10-26-2012, 01:35 PM | #16 |
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How tall are you guys? Cuz I'm 6'1 and I get serious lower back pain from the lack of leg space in our Lexus IS....if the BMW crams my legs, I dont know if I can have one
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To address your question -- I'm not that tall, so I can't really help. You should go for a test drive and see for yourself. Personally I'm surprised by how much leg room there is on the passenger side. |
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