[Z06] Ranger's launch thread
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Wheaton IL
Ranger's launch thread
Can anyone tell me where to find Ranger's famous launch thread? Sounds like a must read. Sorry, new to the site and not sure how to pull up old threads. Thanks in advance.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2005
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From: Las Vegas, NV
Here you go,
Z06 Launch Techniques: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1078465
Z06 Launch Techniques: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=759802
Z06 Launch Techniques: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1078465
Z06 Launch Techniques: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=759802
Race Director
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 10,649
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From: Central Florida
Thanks for the kind words.
I've approached racing my Z06s much like a extended series of semi-controlled experiments.
(1) determining the key variables the driver controls
(2) developing techniques the car rewards
(3) learning the impact of track conditions and weather
(4) collecting and analyzing data from my passes
(5) generating procedures for self improvement
Like any sport, fast driving can be learned, but having a coach gives quicker and sustained improvement.
I'm planning to distill the essence of these successful approaches into fast driving DVD oriented on Corvettes but applicable to other high-performance, manual transmission cars. Stay tuned....
Ranger
I've approached racing my Z06s much like a extended series of semi-controlled experiments.
(1) determining the key variables the driver controls
(2) developing techniques the car rewards
(3) learning the impact of track conditions and weather
(4) collecting and analyzing data from my passes
(5) generating procedures for self improvement
Like any sport, fast driving can be learned, but having a coach gives quicker and sustained improvement.
I'm planning to distill the essence of these successful approaches into fast driving DVD oriented on Corvettes but applicable to other high-performance, manual transmission cars. Stay tuned....
Ranger
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 1999
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From: Long Island NY
Originally Posted by Ranger
I'm planning to distill the essence of these successful approaches into fast driving DVD oriented on Corvettes but applicable to other high-performance, manual transmission cars. Stay tuned....
Ranger
Ranger
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2006
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I'll buy the DVD. Of course I expect there to be hot chicks involved 
. I already printed out his launch thread to study. Thanks for the info Ranger. I only had my z a month before I put it in storage until March. Your tips will save me a lot of experimentation (and tires). I would love to have a dvd to watch during the winter months.
. I already printed out his launch thread to study. Thanks for the info Ranger. I only had my z a month before I put it in storage until March. Your tips will save me a lot of experimentation (and tires). I would love to have a dvd to watch during the winter months.
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