Comments on: Mitsubishi Evolution X King Of The Mountain

By: Engineer

Engineer — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 03:06:25 +0000

The speed limit is there but one has to drive at a speed which is safe depending on the road and its condition. Trying to maintain the speed limit around a corner is dangerous driving and will increase the risk of

- Hitting a cyclist!!!
- Hitting a broken down car just around the corner
- Hitting the occupants who have abandoned a broken down car

And what happens when the cops come to such a scene?. They will just say the driver was driving dangerously, causing the accident.

The public road is NOT a controlled environment.

We all know this, but some chose to ignore reality.

By: Dont Be Sour Grapes

Dont Be Sour Grapes — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:17:28 +0000

Wheelnut, yes I still own the TRD. It’s not a bad car by any means, especially since I got a ridiculous deal on it. But it screams out to be a RWD/AWD. Traction control has to be turned off for any decent amount of fun, and if it is a wet day you can forget about spirited driving or else the next car you will be in is a hearse. For a day to day driver, it does the job well, no compromising on space or comfort.

I’ve brought it around Nebo a fair bit too. It’s by far the stickiest FWD I’ve ever driven but it simply cannot compare with a RWD. Lucky it has good brakes or it would have been my bumper that Alborz would’ve seen on Nebo!

I am going to trade it in for an Evo X next year. I only buy cars when I can afford to pay cash.

By: Renee

Renee — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 06:33:50 +0000

I live on this road and really don’t enjoy it being advertised as somewhere to go and test cars. The increase in traffic year after year is unbelievable. Some people drive carefully but others in their little cars with the loud noises are out of control and plain dangerous. Enjoy a safe drive, sure, but do it safely and in a quiet car.
BTW – the “small” 50km/h zone near the school is all through the village with the next zone being 60km/h before the 80 km/h zone further up. Take note drivers and take care.

By: Yowie

Yowie — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:55:26 +0000

… forgot to mention too that the road is so challenging that parents drive their kids down to school every day … with 4 wheels on the bitumen. They go shopping too.

By: Yowie

Yowie — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:51:24 +0000

Very interesting article … must have tested a while ago though… the road is full of potholes and creases now.
PS limit in mt nebo township is 50 to the roundabout (those pesky kids and pets might damage your car) and after that 60 to the top of Manorina (more pesky concealed driveways and residents). No mention either of the weekend cyclists (not motorcyclists). No mention of politeness to them.

By: AGM

AGM — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:58:04 +0000

Thought I’d put in my 2c, even thought this thread is a few days old…
Arguably Glorious/Nebo is one of the best driving roads in QLD, but as a couple of people have noted you need to drive to your ability. I’ve had a lot of fun up there, even though my ‘90 Laser TX3 (front wheel drive, unfortunately) isn’t the best handling car in the world. This is where driving ability comes in, and I cannot recommend driver training enough. If you are into driving on roads like this, getting skidpan experience is a must (so you’re aware of how your car will handle in the wet, and you have the ability to correct if your car begins to slide). Additionally you need to have an intimate knowledge of your car and its limitations, particularly its level of grip and any strange at-the-limit handling traits. Courtesy is also a huge must – keep it slow in the built up areas like Nebo township, and move over for faster traffic, including motorbikes. A few slow seconds on the side verge is better than having a Lotus or Yamaha on your rear. Watch for bikes leaning over the centre line as well.
Also have to agree with Sam – the Lions Road is fantastic. I tried it out in my XR4 – slightly faster than the Laser! – and had a ball.

By: Charlie

Charlie — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:19:39 +0000

Mt Nebo/Glorious, definitely one of the best roads in Brisbane.

Have you tried driving to D’Aguillar from Samford Village Al? There are also some very nice roads. Pity you missed Sunday!

By: alborz

alborz — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:00:01 +0000

Ivan of Perth, The EVO tyres are generally around 40PSI standard, so I take them down to about 34-36, I wouldn’t recommend much lower on 235/45/R18.

As for turning of the electronics, I tried that too (in the manual) and it feels very much the same, it hardly ever kicks in unless you really need it too which is exactly why you should leave it on!

By: riceboy

riceboy — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:47:55 +0000

good article, keep up the good work Alborz…

By: Bign

Bign — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:33:44 +0000

John T
I don’t care what you think (even though you have not driven one), my ovla T5 is very nice and fast and black. Not Orange or green or Bogan.

Ablie – I miss the shot of you in the sandals. Cheers.

By: Naughyius Maximus

Naughyius Maximus — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:04:20 +0000

Great story. Very unrealistic and silly comment by Alborz stating its a Volvo free drive…..!

By: Richo

Richo — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 03:21:24 +0000

the CVT is ALOT noisier then the manual. I test drove the CVT and found that the engine constantly droned with the CVT because it holds a steady RPM, in the manual the car is actually fairly quiet as far as engine noise is concerned. Tyre noise is definetly noticeable, but i still don’t think its all thaaat bad

By: Frontman

Frontman — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:51:48 +0000

Gave up reading the responses, as it seems there are a lot of persons out there who cannot understand that one can derive a lot of fun from driving without nessecarily breaking the law.
I have driven that road (If you continue on you in the proper circle you will do Malaney & the best road in Aust, Peachester to Beerwah) more times than I care to remember. Yes you get people speeding on it, but articles like this have nothing to do with that, word of mouth is more the problem. I have never seen an article in any publication about street racing down the M1 with rolling blockades, but it happens. Also you have to be out very early because the road is HEAVILY policed with multiple types of unmarked vehicles.
Articles like this that state you can get out and enjoy the road without speeding are more important. The comment of an evo on 3 can’t be done without speeding, that particular corner has an “advisory (yellow) speed sign of 30 kph, if you can do 60 around it safely, even if the wheel lifts, you are NOT speeding!!
Gentlemen & B.M (.)(.) do yourself a favour, find this road, drive it as close to the posted limit as you can and you will enjoy it.

By: coconut wireless

coconut wireless — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:27:56 +0000

thanks to all for their helpful tips… my Vr is a manual 5 speed model… the tyre pressure is set at 30 psi…. thinking of getting thick sound deading mats and increasing tyre pressure to 34 psi… if no better, then will get dynamat install on the door walls plus floor pan… spoke to someone at a tyre centre – told me that yokohama tyre are suppose to be the quieter tyres…
so far so good with the car, getting 8l/100km with mixed driving.. will update more on the car as more km’s are done..
wishes of a prosperous new year to all of you..

By: Fenno

Fenno — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 06:19:34 +0000

Good onya Alborz!!
Now that you’ve let the word out about the speed limit on that road, surely some government goose is going to come along now and lower the speed limit…!

BTW readers. Speed doesnt kill…Innapropriate speed does.
I too know this road well and have had the chance to appreciate it with some very special cars. My advice for safe driving on this road is find out what you and your car can handle legally by using the advisory signs on the corners – They are very consistant.

By: realcars

realcars — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 06:10:43 +0000

Gary hit the nail on the head!

By: realcars

realcars — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:56:44 +0000

Why don’t people move into the left lane and let traffic pass on our Motorways?

This problem seems to be getting worse.

Don’t see much point in giving Alborz a hard time over this article as we are all masters of our own destiny.

By: SteveC

SteveC — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 02:17:31 +0000

Who cares that the car was up on three wheels or that the speed limit was or wasn’t broken? Who doesn’t? Get over it.

What I’m more interested in is why the photos are so amateur? Tristan, if you’re a budding photographer, great. But here are a few critiques I hope you take on as advice. The motion shots are a blur. While the background is blurry to illustrate movement, the car is also blurry. You need more practice taking shots of moving objects. I’d say get yourself to a grand prix or a ride day at a race track near you for some practice.

The EVO/WRX back to back is off centre. It really takes the effect away from the purpose of the shot.

With a couple EVO shots there is too much background. Don’t be afraid to get close to the car. Take some close ups of just the headlights alone.

I’ve been an avid reader of this site for a couple years now, and have always appreciated the pics with the articles. I’m not sure (bad memory) if you have photographed for CA in the past, but this article’s photos stood out for being very limited and newbish.

I hope you take this as constructive criticism. I’m not having a go, but hopefully helping a fellow photographer and also hopefully allowing CA to continue with great articles with great photos.

Cheers
SteveC

By: Bavarian Missile ( . ) ( . )

Bavarian Missile ( . ) ( . ) — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:44:46 +0000

Coconut ,just reading Matt Brogans review on your car,over all its a pretty good package and one hard to pass up ,however he does say

“Engine and road noise are noticeable at all speeds (and on any surface), whilst the exhaust noise borders on annoying. A loud droning resonance is prevalent under even moderate acceleration and with the rear seats down, rapidly becomes irritating.”

So if you do find it annoying some sound insulation {which maybe an standard on some of the upper ranges}maybe an alternative for you.Under the bonnet under the boot lid and you can also buy it in lengths to put under your carpet in the boot to also decrease noise,if its still bad ,find a car upholster ,they can remove the seats ect take out existing carpet and fit sound instillation under the carpet!

Quieter tyres maybe an option also,most of the tyre places are helpful when it comes to helping choose a tyre that suits,I use a Bob Jane dealer so perhaps try them babe! Hard to get one that suits all needs,good in the wet, dry,braking,cornering quiet,and longevity.Somewhere you may have to sacrifice one for a little more of the other !

Great car in both cases though it seems!

By: Wheelnut

Wheelnut — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:44:18 +0000

You could also end up with your car on 3 wheels whilst drivng a road such as the one over Mt Glorious or Mt Nebo -yet sticking to the speed limit is if you were driving either a Trojan or a Messerschmitt.