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Dec 1, 2008 | 07:57 AM

#21

Vilstar

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From: Irvine

Wow, that sucks. At least there isn't any visible damage, but I would think the suspension would be able to take some abuse. Hopefully all it will need is a good cleaning.

Dec 1, 2008 | 10:16 AM

#22

armeN

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From: Woodland Hills, CA

never ever slam the brakes when hydro planing. thats one lesson i learned the hard way a looooong time ago. good luck with the car.

Dec 1, 2008 | 10:34 AM

#23

NEODYMIUM

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From: Jtown, Il

I wouldn't be surprised if some of your wheel bearings are jacked as well-especially if you hit what appears to be a curb in your photo.

Dec 1, 2008 | 10:59 AM

#24

winterwish02

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Glad your ok, dosn't look too bad!

Dec 1, 2008 | 11:08 AM

#25

Woodson

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From: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Quote:

Originally Posted by illdiealonlyazn,Nov 29 2008, 07:08 PM

I'm shocked. I thought that VSA would have prevented that from happening for sure.

Dec 1, 2008 | 12:49 PM

#26

suzukawoods

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Quote:

Originally Posted by armeN,Dec 1 2008, 11:16 AM

never ever slam the brakes when hydro planing. thats one lesson i learned the hard way a looooong time ago. good luck with the car.

exactly...keep up the momentum and hope for the best if you are hydroplaning...

Dec 1, 2008 | 04:31 PM

#27

RED MX5

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From: Dry Branch

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woodson,Dec 1 2008, 03:08 PM

One of the hazzards of electronic stability control is that some believe it can save them from anything.

Dec 1, 2008 | 04:32 PM

#28

RED MX5

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From: Dry Branch

When in doubt, both feet out.
In a spin, both feet in.

There are exceptions, of course, but the old racers rule usually applies.

Dec 1, 2008 | 07:28 PM

#29

dparm

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From: Oak Park, IL

VSA was probably trying, but if there's zero traction to be had in the first place it obviously won't work.

Sorry to hear about this, hopefully you can get it fixed and back on the road ASAP.