Ran The 1/4 Mile Tonight
06-07-2012, 04:50 PM
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06-07-2012, 08:47 PM
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LOL - you are very correct in your observation...
I have been on this forum forever but have yet to figure out how to use the function.. Every time another member uses it I stare in the post in amazement wondering "how in the hell did they do that"
I promise that I am nowhere near to computer illiterate, but clearly I have some learning to do!
I have been on this forum forever but have yet to figure out how to use the function.. Every time another member uses it I stare in the post in amazement wondering "how in the hell did they do that"
I promise that I am nowhere near to computer illiterate, but clearly I have some learning to do!
06-07-2012, 08:49 PM
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06-07-2012, 08:52 PM
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LOL - you are very correct in your observation...
I have been on this forum forever but have yet to figure out how to use the function.. Every time another member uses it I stare in the post in amazement wondering "how in the hell did they do that"
I promise that I am nowhere near to computer illiterate, but clearly I have some learning to do!
I have been on this forum forever but have yet to figure out how to use the function.. Every time another member uses it I stare in the post in amazement wondering "how in the hell did they do that"
I promise that I am nowhere near to computer illiterate, but clearly I have some learning to do!
for every post you'd like to quote, then you go on the bottom (or the top) of the page and you hit 
Hope this helps!
06-07-2012, 08:56 PM
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06-08-2012, 12:58 PM
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If I scrub the tires well enough, no...especially when the track prep is still good.
If I roll out and run through a little patch of water, yes.
Once a good amount of cars hit the strip, then the system isn't as effective because of all the "marbles" left behind by cars running crappy tires.
If I roll out and run through a little patch of water, yes.
Once a good amount of cars hit the strip, then the system isn't as effective because of all the "marbles" left behind by cars running crappy tires.
25-30 psi is more ideal for a rear street tire at the track. The more wrinkle in the sidewall the better for traction to a certain point and safety becomes an issue.
Run your car in some negative DA and your ET's will drop.
06-09-2012, 03:59 PM
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Great run!
Did you notice any difference with race-start after tune?
I was wondering if the more hp/torque you have, the effectiveness will decrease with race-start.. Was not sure if mb just set a rpm level to launch or the ECU will adapt to different tires/ power upgrades?
Did you notice any difference with race-start after tune?
I was wondering if the more hp/torque you have, the effectiveness will decrease with race-start.. Was not sure if mb just set a rpm level to launch or the ECU will adapt to different tires/ power upgrades?
06-09-2012, 07:01 PM
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Great run!
Did you notice any difference with race-start after tune?
I was wondering if the more hp/torque you have, the effectiveness will decrease with race-start.. Was not sure if mb just set a rpm level to launch or the ECU will adapt to different tires/ power upgrades?
Did you notice any difference with race-start after tune?
I was wondering if the more hp/torque you have, the effectiveness will decrease with race-start.. Was not sure if mb just set a rpm level to launch or the ECU will adapt to different tires/ power upgrades?
I would assume that it is a function of the traction control sensors doing their job to modulate throttle position according to the road conditions etc.
06-24-2012, 07:27 AM
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I went to the strip first time today, but I was wondering how you can launch an MCT car WITHOUT using racestart. It was busy so I only got one run in and used the Race Start. But if I want to experiment more then how can I play around with launching? I assume you cannot do a brakestand with the MCT as there is no torque converter?
06-24-2012, 06:31 PM
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don't get me wrong ... i think those are great times ... but i do get a kick out of street cars on the track .... seems like if your looking do hit up the track ... wouldn't a purpose built car be better??? I mean I guess you could rip out the rear seats and passenger seat to cut weight ... take the spare out, get ultra light wheels and maybe racing slicks .... But what i really want to see if you running that setup without the seats going to work 
