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JMR: Lexus ISF vs Thunderhill Raceway East Bypass - New PB! 1.55s!
Joe McGuigan

Joe McGuigan is an amateur racing driver with 66 recorded laps across 19 vehicles on LapMeta, averaging 3.5 laps per car. This balanced ratio suggests methodical track day participation where each platform receives meaningful attention while maintaining diversity enabling comparative understanding. Over three laps per vehicle allows progression beyond initial familiarization—first lap establishes basic characteristics, middle laps build confidence approaching limits, final laps reveal nuanced behaviors requiring extended exposure to discover.

His LapMeta data shows distributed testing with 15 laps at East 3 Mile w/ Bypass configuration, 11 laps at Current layout, and 10 laps at West circuit. The varied venue preference across three different configurations indicates systematic exploration methodology—testing vehicles across varying layouts to understand how platform characteristics respond to different circuit demands. This approach provides comprehensive education spanning both vehicle dynamics understanding and circuit-specific technique development. The 19-vehicle portfolio represents substantial automotive exposure providing comparative education across different engineering philosophies. With 66 laps across 19 vehicles at multiple configurations, Joe McGuigan demonstrates balanced approach valuing both comparative vehicle knowledge and diverse circuit experience supporting well-rounded track day participation and comprehensive performance driving education.

Location:
United States
Level:
Amateur
Joe McGuigan
Speedsf HPDE
Lap Date : 10 Dec, 2023
1min 55.83sec (-8.01s)
Outside Temp: 11 ° C
Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass)
Lexus IS F 2008 (w/ RE71RS)
Medium
Tire: 200 Potenza RE71RS
Tire Size: FRONT: 225/40/19, REAR: 255/35/19
Published on 06 Jul, 2024

We continue to improve with the blue tank and thrilled at a new PB despite it not being the cleanest lap. New front aero and suspension planned for next year should see us in the 1.53s I predict. Not bad for a luxury barge trying to pretend to be a racecar.

Looking to grow the channel. Tell me in the comments below what more you want to see or do differently on this channel. Thank you!

Mods:
OS Giken Diff
ShaftWorks USA Bilanx1 Competition Single Way Coilovers 30K/22K Springs
Sikky Front & Rear Sway Bar
FIGS Engineering Parts Galore
Upgraded Radiator, Oil Cooler, and Trans Cooler
Vented Carbon Hood
JMA Racing Carbon Fiber Moon Roof Delete
Carbon Sideskirt Extensions
ARP GT300 Wing
Custom Front Splitter
Carbon Fiber Canards 
APEX Wheels SM-10RS 18x11" ET52 (with spacers) with 295/30-18 Bridgestone RE-71RS
RCF Front Caliper Conversion
CSG Spec Brake Pads - C2E Front & C21 Rear
PPE Long Tube Headers
High Flow Cats
RR Racing Tune

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