6-Speed Launching
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Melting Slicks
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From: Jackson MI
6-Speed Launching
Hey guys,
I've done the search and I'm still looking for good tips or expected times for a decent 6-speed launch on street tires.
I'm running a set of 315 BFG's and I have the stock 3.45:1 gear ratio.
I've been doing 1500rpm launches letting out the clutch and I seem to be getting right around 2.0 for my 60'.
Should I be getting better? It seems to bog or spin I can't seem to find the sweet spot in the middle. Any suggestions? I'm heading back to the track this afternoon. Thanks.
I've done the search and I'm still looking for good tips or expected times for a decent 6-speed launch on street tires.
I'm running a set of 315 BFG's and I have the stock 3.45:1 gear ratio.
I've been doing 1500rpm launches letting out the clutch and I seem to be getting right around 2.0 for my 60'.
Should I be getting better? It seems to bog or spin I can't seem to find the sweet spot in the middle. Any suggestions? I'm heading back to the track this afternoon. Thanks.
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From: Orange County NY
St. Jude Donor '10-'11-'12-'13
On street tires, the best I could get with my old set up was around the 2.0x range. A soft compound tire will help shave a tenth or two, and you can launch more aggressively at a higher RPM.
With your combo and street tires, I think a 2.0x is about right.
With your combo and street tires, I think a 2.0x is about right.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: Jackson MI
I'm running a turbocharged 383 so it takes until the top of first gear to get the thing spooled. But I shouldn't be low on launching power with the stroker.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Jackson MI
Was that with the 4.10's? I've heard that those really help out the 60' time.
I'd love to upgrade but I'm trapping almost 130mph now and it should be going up soon.
