The truth about Nitrous
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Metairie Louisiana
On a 125 shot I spin all day if I spray off the line. Sure I can add some slicks but I wouldnt expect the Dana 36 to last long. I typically cut 1.8-1.9 60's with street tires then spray it once I'm in second. I know theres a hell of a lot more in it but I refuse to spray out of the hole until I can change the rear.
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Fort Knox
Just curious.. How are you hooking up at the track?
On a 125 shot I spin all day if I spray off the line. Sure I can add some slicks but I wouldnt expect the Dana 36 to last long. I typically cut 1.8-1.9 60's with street tires then spray it once I'm in second. I know theres a hell of a lot more in it but I refuse to spray out of the hole until I can change the rear.
On a 125 shot I spin all day if I spray off the line. Sure I can add some slicks but I wouldnt expect the Dana 36 to last long. I typically cut 1.8-1.9 60's with street tires then spray it once I'm in second. I know theres a hell of a lot more in it but I refuse to spray out of the hole until I can change the rear.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Metairie Louisiana
i've been cuttin 1.6's on 60 foot. I've got the new hoosier slicks (the one with the two lines in the tread for DOT) They hook SO much better than the Mickey Thompsons I had on before....like night/day difference. I also have a turbo 350 tranny built with a 3000 stall which helps im sure. Ive had no probs with the rear end....yet. Im sure its just a matter of time
My trans is definately built to take the abuse. I'm on my third one but had it built right this time. I'm also on my third Torque Converter with the Vigilante. I've been lucky so far with the rear. I've only had to replace U joints. That's the biggest problem people have with nitrous. It's usually not damage to the engine itself but damage to all the other parts from the added hit and power. If it's set up correctly.
Last edited by rickneworleansla; Jun 22, 2010 at 11:34 AM.
Drifting
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From: Fort Knox
Good to know about the tires. .3 more off the 60 would be a big help. I was considering a rear set of the MT's. I've received two recomendations recently for the hoosiers though. It sounds like they may be the way to go. My problem is that currently the closest track is 1.5 hrs away. I dont think, for that distance, the hoosiers would be a good idea.
My trans is definately built to take the abuse. I'm on my third one but had it built right this time. I'm also on my third Torque Converter with the Vigilante. I've been lucky so far with the rear. I've only had to replace U joints. That's the biggest problem I hear people have with nitrous. It's usually not damage to the engine itself but damage to all the other parts from the added hit and power.
My trans is definately built to take the abuse. I'm on my third one but had it built right this time. I'm also on my third Torque Converter with the Vigilante. I've been lucky so far with the rear. I've only had to replace U joints. That's the biggest problem I hear people have with nitrous. It's usually not damage to the engine itself but damage to all the other parts from the added hit and power.
I have been stuck once out in the rain with them, and surprisingly it wasnt too bad, I was able to do 40-50 without sliding. Probably not the smartest thing i've ever done, but ive even driven in the snow with them...that was, uh...interesting 
