I'll update everyone on the final damage assessment and the cost and quality of repairs. I am also going to do a little research on Torson limited slip differentials to see if the way they act can contribute to a spin like this. As I noted in my original post, I have heard of others who said the rear end slid out for no reason. If the LSD is reponsible, I would like others to know so that we may be able to minimize accident potentials. Granted I could just blame it all on me, but, hey, that's not my style.

 

That really sucks man! See I was smart enough to crack up my car on saturday nite, BEFORE the rain arrived. Now she is safe and sound at the bodyshop

Honestly that sucks and, TRUST ME, I feel your pain

 

Completely sucks! I nearly did the same thing on some spilled diesel fuel as I was merging onto the highway from an entry ramp, it was pretty scary to say the least, and i needed tires at the time. Sorry to hear about your new wing! Hope the damage isn't too significant!!

 

texasbasman, we'll have to get a beer, compare our cool rental POS's and discuss the merits of good bodywork in Austin. Sorry to hear about your mishap.
Skorpion, I keep looking for answers too. I have driven rear wheel drive cars exclusively since 1985, all with manual trannies. I've had my S2000 for 1 1/2 years; 14,000 miles of which about 1000 are track miles. I'm on my 3rd set of rear tires if that's a clue, and have a brand new set of fronts ready to be mounted because I need them. While I'm not as crazy as some of these younger Hill Country Hellions (what do you think Sondra), I do like a good day in the twisties. I can name all the things that were at fault, cold tires, and VERY slippery road, but this happened so quickly I could not believe it. Remembering some of the past posts about "The rear end slid out for no reason", I'm determined to see if there is a reason other than the factors I noted.
Thanks to all for your concern, and if you find any info on limited slip diffs and potential skids, pass them my way.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Tex_S2K
[B]texasbasman, we'll have to get a beer, compare our cool rental POS's...

 

Wow I have a lot more respect for those drivers in the Best Motoring videos when they flog a S2000 down the track in the rain!!

 

Dude, that's horrible...sorry it had to happen to you...or anyone for that matter. Hope you get it fixed soon.

Andrew

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by John David
[B]

Can I join the non-S2000 S2000 owners club ? I don't have a rental, but I have a kick ass civic DX loaner! Hell yeah baby, just what I always wanted!

I have been away from my S2000 for 68 days. I can give you good tips for living without an S2000 in your garage.

 

I drive my stook in all weather and after the first month ( and having the tail catch me by surprise a couple of times) I learned to apply throttle very smoothly in the wet. The LSD is almost certainly a factor in this - you don't get anything for nothing and this is the compromise you have to accept for having the improved dry weather handling that the LSD gives.
But what are these skid marks at 30-35mph or less? hmmm
In defense of the S02s I've found them to be an excellent all round tyre - I was driving tonight in light rain at 100+, cornering at 80+ on fairly narrow roads and never felt insecure, however I was doing my braking in a straight line and being gentle getting back on the throttle.

 

Traction on smooth asphalt when it hasn't rained for a while can be as low as it is on ice during the first few minutes of a rain shower. The LSD will always try to break both tires loose if one is spinning. I can see how hitting a curb could be unavoidable given the suprising loss of traction. Other things to consider are how hard did you apply the throttle, and did the road have bumps that could have unweighted the rear end.