Reducing Wheel Spin
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Don't forget springs. You'll notice that the Z51 suspension (which I have on my car) has the worst 0-60 and 1/4 mile times of the factory suspensions, because the reduction in weight transfer capabilities increases wheel spin and wheel hop.
The best suspension for straight line acceleration under WOT is the softest...Of course, this doesn't maximize capabilties in the corners, but it will help prevent wheelspin.
A softer spring, softer sidewall tires, reduced rear tire pressures (27 psi is about as low as you want to go with the stock run flats, though), reduced revs at launch (2750 RPMs,) and a progressive throttle application help deliver a good straight-line acceleration.
Just for comparison, in a stock-tire/Z51/MN6 6-spd 2002 convertible, I can get consistent 4.7 0-60 runs. My lowest is around 4.66. A little wheelspin is actually good.
The best suspension for straight line acceleration under WOT is the softest...Of course, this doesn't maximize capabilties in the corners, but it will help prevent wheelspin.
A softer spring, softer sidewall tires, reduced rear tire pressures (27 psi is about as low as you want to go with the stock run flats, though), reduced revs at launch (2750 RPMs,) and a progressive throttle application help deliver a good straight-line acceleration.
Just for comparison, in a stock-tire/Z51/MN6 6-spd 2002 convertible, I can get consistent 4.7 0-60 runs. My lowest is around 4.66. A little wheelspin is actually good.
Dig
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From: Port Saint Lucie FLORIDA & HONDURAS
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Qa1's Are Expensive ( To Me ) So I Have Been Measuring And Checking Out Lakewood Drag Shocks For My Car. 40101 Lakewood Drag Shocks With A 3" Extention Will Work Perfect.
$42.00 X 2 Shocks = $ 84.00 + $ 10.00 For 2 Extentions.
Under $ 100.00 For Front Drag Shocks !!
Qa1's Are Expensive ( To Me ) So I Have Been Measuring And Checking Out Lakewood Drag Shocks For My Car. 40101 Lakewood Drag Shocks With A 3" Extention Will Work Perfect.
$42.00 X 2 Shocks = $ 84.00 + $ 10.00 For 2 Extentions.
Under $ 100.00 For Front Drag Shocks !!
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The Lakewood Setup In The Front Of My Car Has Been Working Out Well. As Far As The Rear Shocks......... I Have Soft Shocks And I Think They Are No Good. I Believe A Stiffer Shock Would Be Alot Better. Probably, A Standard New Oem Shock Would Work Well.
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Originally Posted by Twin Screws
Other than the obvious (tires)...what can one do to reduce wheel spin under WOT?
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Originally Posted by 123sugey
The Lakewood Setup In The Front Of My Car Has Been Working Out Well. As Far As The Rear Shocks......... I Have Soft Shocks And I Think They Are No Good. I Believe A Stiffer Shock Would Be Alot Better. Probably, A Standard New Oem Shock Would Work Well.
