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@@asifaussie that would be a great vantage point to watch this event!

On further inspection of the front brake pads, they were nearing the end of their life and really could use replacing after the next hillclimb type event.

Don you are right, the brakes on this car are something else, and it does feel like hitting them is like hitting a tree around a slower circuit or hillclimb track, but pulling up 1.8t of car from over 200kph in such a short distance really tests them for sure. Can you see yourself bringing the S1 out there for a run one day? Looks like I'll also be seeing you next weekend at the local!

Matt it is the braking even more than the acceleration that blows your mind. Bathurst is definitely on my bucket list. Just got phase 1 of getting the S1 ready for track and hillclimb. New heavy duty clutch oil catch can some new suspension bushes plus new turbo and Galano tune. It's feeling very quick Northside boys and Reece did great job. Also have rims and semi slicks so I am entered into SDMA 2 lap hillclimb next weekend to give it first run and shakedown. I was hoping you would be there I need your adive and knowledge to help guide me. Excited and scared at same time 😅

Advice!!

Sounds like you have ticked all the right boxes on that S1 so far and can't wait to see it out on track next weekend. Let's throw a camera in it so we can review onboard footage together as the day goes on.

That is just the GoPro's built-in mic capturing that sound from inside the cabin. Too quiet?

@@mattbrown8732 too good

I know I could probably go through with even more pace, but morning and daytime time temperatures were quite low, and I just didn't trust the track and the car to hold much more. Come join me at the next one later in the year and have a go in your RS3.

@@mattbrown8732 I am thinking too. Since I now have leave in my new role, I can now attend midweek

This event is always on a weekend, but yes, Challenge Bathurst sounds like it back on the cards for you again.

For a near 2 tonne car, the upgrades have most certainly turned it into a car that manoeuvres like it was half a tonne lighter. The AWD system and sport rear differential does also help greatly with rotation and putting the power down out of the slower tighter corners. Joining you out on the Nurburgring one day is on my bucket list as well!

@@mattbrown8732 Once you come to Germany, let me know and we'll organize something 👍😊

Thank you mate! Nice meeting you out on the mountain and hope we cross paths again at a race track.

That final run across the top on Mountain Straight Hillclimb was epic!

@hillclimbharry thanks mate. Watching all the runs together, I now ask myself what the he'll I was doing for the first three!

What tyres and brake pads are you running?

@@daveearnshaw6874 Bridgestone RE71RS tyres and Circo M119 pads.

It is a great track. I believe it is set up to run 8 different configurations. The Australian was made shorter than the NSW Hillclimb Championship, but both events were a tonne of fun to be a part of.

Thank you mate! Would love to see you out there with me at one of these events next year. Keep an eye out on socials of what events are scheduled next year and if you need any advice or assistance getting yourself registered and set up, don't hesitate to drop me a line. Always more than happy to help.

Thank you for your kind words as always Don. I am so glad I could share with you what I get to drive and enjoy at each one of these events. The capabilities of this car does certainly amplify my abilities as a driver, but I think we can all agree, it takes time and hours behind the wheel to truly understand the limits of both car and driver, with the longer you practice the craft, the better you become and the easier it gets. Looking forward to 2024, and the adventures and experiences that it brings with it

Chris Harris😂 Still a way off that level, but appreciate the feedback of the new format of video. The two lap events are great and definitely a great opportunity to better learn the track. Agree with you on the right hander at the top of the hill before coming back down. Get it right, and there is a great deal of time to be found. Get it wrong, and the consequences can be very serious. I ended up fitting a set of Ohlins, which was organised and installed by Northide Euros. They are still being adjusted as they settle, but so far they have been incredible.

Just basic bolt-on’s so far. Coilovers Brakes Front and rear sway bars Strut brace Cat-back exhaust Intake ECU tune

@@mattbrown8732 Nice

Huge thanks mate! Was a great event and thought some running commentary would help better tell the story of each run. Funnily, talking it out loud did help settle the pre-run nerves😅

Thank you for the feedback. I, too, agree regarding those two turns, and I even told myself on the day that I needed to stay wider but failed in the execution. Something to work on at the next event there in the new year.

Very! Only issue I've had with it was a small crack in a metal coolant line, but that was easily replaced. Everything else has been faultless. The car sees and oil and filter change every event or two and gets a look over, but 'touch wood' it has been incredibly reliable to date.

Cheers mate! With the right setup, they can can be quite agile a responsive. It certainly doesn’t feel like you are throwing around a 1900kg car anymore.

@@mattbrown8732 wow, I have an f80 m3 and that is a handful most of time, the 4wd set up would be ideal I was planning on upgrading to the g80 x drive in a year but may consider the rs4 as a alternative after watching your video I’m blown away honestly.

@@jordzta i am yet to drive the new x-drive M3 but from what I have seen on-line is that they are a missile in a straight line and the AWD system does appear to manage power to the ground very well. I’m not sure how the chassis handles corners, but could imagine it would be highly comparable.

Thank you mate! Great to be back.

Thanks mate!

I know there have been some issues with the earleir B9 engines, however the later versions (late 2018 onwards) dont seem to have the issue. It's also not as common issue as the internet makes it out to be and with regular servicing, you should not have any issues at all. I give mine an oil change every couple of events it competes in, so it is constantly being checked and refreshed. Never had any major issues with mine. Had a very slow drip leak from a hard coolant line, but that was easily fixed. I think mine to date is a testiment of how reliable they are when well serviced as the car has not had an easy life, as my channel has demonstrated.

Thank you soooo much! I'm pretty sure your car has been push to the limit, and still running in a great condition. I'll just order it and join the rs4 club very soon.@@mattbrown8732

​@@mattbrown8732good to hear. Isn't it mid 2019 onwards that have the "updated" rocker arms? This is the only thing holding me off...the market has some nicely priced 2018s for sale in OZ currently, with decent mileage, but I just worry about this silly and probably over hyped issue. What oil you putting in yours too?

@gnkVLCT without sending a VIN No. to an Audi technician, there is no way to 100% confirm exactly when they updated the rocker arms on the B9 platform. Mine is now on 45k kms and still going strong. It would receive an oil change every 2k-5k kms using Mobil 1 triple action power+ ultimate full synthetic engine oil. Oil filter is replaced every service as well. There are quite a few well priced B9 RS4 and RS5's on the market right now, and like every car, you'll have your lemons mixed in with what are generally reliable cars. I don't think there is a better all-rounder out there, with both performance and timeless looks. If you do pull the trigger on one, I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.

@@mattbrown8732 I think you're right, its very hard indeed to know what parts were used when and where etc. I've had the MK7 GOLF R Wagon now for about 4yrs, its been a good daily, touch wood...but yeah, the allure of a hyper-wagon, which happens to have more space, coupled with the awesome ZF box...its hard to not stop looking. Also by oil, I meant what grade of oil do you run?

Much appreciated and thank you for the elbow tip, ill give it a shot at the next event.

@@mattbrown8732 try in in your daily drive to see if it's advice worth taking to the track it might not be for everyone

There are a few events being held in October and November but sadly i dont tgink i am going to make it as they class with other motorsport and non-motorsport events i have already commited to. At the latest it will be early next year for round 1 and 2 of the 2024 NSW Hillclimb Championship.

@@mattbrown8732 That's understandable. Hopefully I get to hear your beast roar early next year! I'm trying to rangle a few mates to get into it also as we all live in Orange.

@@pklifter let’s stay in touch and see if we can align the stars to all meet and compete soon then!

@@mattbrown8732 Definitely! I've joined the Bathurst Light Car Club but still have a few other things to sort out. Before I bring the old girl out for a thrash. Like a helmet etc.

@@pklifter the helmet is the easy part. You have done the hard stuff and sounds like you are just a stones throw away from competing!

It was absolutely my pleasure mate! Loved the track and had a blast. Will definately come back again and watching your two machines in action was a real eye opener!

It was lacking a little gradient if I’m being honest😂

@@mattbrown8732 Welcome to the "championship"

The launch alone makes up a lot of the time lost out on track whilst trying to manoeuvre a 1.9 tonne car in ways it’s not designed to do. The AWD and low down torque also helps catapult it out of allow speed corners very efficiently.

Oh Don if you saw the footage of the first run on Sunday, you'd have the same heart attack i felt as the car flew towards the tyre wall. Thankfully it did pull up just in time and still managed a decent run. I think what also added to mix was the shadows of the trees were covering the road as well as the left hand corner, which they werent the day before as practice disnt start until 12pm. May have slightly affected my depth perception a little. Great little track though and looking at the footage, there is a tonne of time to make on the left hand hairpin.

@@mattbrown8732 you would have been fine those trees 1 metre off the track would have pulled you up!! Again to drive hard in that environment is brave and requires bravery and skills...or maybe just a touch of lunacy ....well done great work mate 👍

@@doncraven1243 definately a little more lunacy than bravery, but without both, you'll never get close to finding the limits as a driver.

Loved being there and thank you once again to you and the club for putting on such an enjoyable and well run event whilst making us all feel welcome. See you again next year!

Cheers mate! Awesome to hear you are looking to participate in hillclimb events. Really is a great way to hone your skills as a driver as to win, you need to be 'on' immediately as there is no next lap to correct mistakes. First thing you are going to need to do is to join a hillclimb car club, assuming you already have a CAMS speed license. If you are in Sydney you can join Wollongong Sporting Car Club which would be your closest hillclimb track to Sydney or Southern District Motorsport association which is my local club here in the ACT. Find and follow these clubs on social media pages such as Facebook or Instagram for regular notifications and updates. Both have good websites where you can see planned event dates and event entry forms to complete. There is also plenty of information on how to prepare your car and safety equiptment to meet compliance and once you're enetered, you will have the time of yoir life. All great events and good likeminded company that is always up for a chat inbetween runs. Bathurst light Car Club is hosting an event on the 21st of May called the Supersprint. It is one of my favorite events and highly recommend it if you are keen to try. Check out my youtube footage from last year. Again, their website and FB page has all the information you will need. What car are you driving?

@@mattbrown8732 Nice! Will definitely take a look into it! And check out your video Car is MY15 Wrx STI but it's currently on a progress for Forge Internals and bolt on upgrades and when it's ready I'm planning to give it a spin on these events. I'm really interested on the Bathurst event I reckon that'll be epic, but the thing is I don't think I'll make it, due to the build I'm doing I don't think the car will be ready at that point, next year would love to give it a feel. Bro! really appreciate your time and effort, I'll definitely consider your advice! Keep smashing that pedal! Looking forward to see you drive IRL.

Cheers once again Don! There certainly is not a lot of room for error. Ive seen when it goes wrong at that track and it is not pretty.

Thankyou Brian🙏

Many thanks and yes, was a bit of a 'moment' for sure. Driving at speed around that track, walls come up on you very fast and it can go very wrong very quickly. Very lucky to get away unscathed.

Thanks again Don! Most challenging run has to be mountain straight. Higher speeds, blind corners and greater road undulations take a lot more courage to be fast and find time. For me, the Esses are more enjoyable as it is a short, but more rapid sprint.

It's not very forgiving going up that mountain straight with the walls....the Esses do look fun and step....

Both cars did very well and Jason is improving at a very rapid rate.

The run after this one i was millimeters away from the wall going under the finish line. Had people coming over looking for the damage to the side of the car but managed to just save it. A real heart in mouth moment

Cheers Bill! 2nd day takes a lot more courage to drive fast as everything is moving with a lot more pace. Hope to see you out there with me one day........ speed weekend hillclimb later this year perhaps?

@@mattbrown8732 Definitely on the cards. We were keen but had some other stuff come up that pulled the handbrake on it.

Thank you Don! Still finding the limits of the car and the driver, but it certainly is a car that instills a lot of confidence when behind the wheel. Next stop on the state round is Huntley in April. Hopefully we can keep the momentum throughout the championship thia year.

Thanks Don! The goal is a 42 by the end of the year🤞

Why race I discomfort right😅 someone asked me the other day why I tracked this thing and my response was because I didn’t want to buy a race car, trailer and a tow car to do everything I can do in this thing!

@@mattbrown8732 amen exactly my thoughts hahaha, cannot wait to do this at some point mate