Second time at track Questions
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Second time at track Questions
Went to the local 1/8 mile track Friday night (Second time ever drag racing) my best run was 8.06 @ 89.8 mph, & 60’ @ 1.94, RT @.574 Was happy with my times, but know I can do better.
My big problem is my tires GS-C’s can’t get any traction. I have to leave my traction control ON or I will spin my tires halfway down the track.
OK my question is, if I was to go with BFG Drag radials and leave traction control OFF what kind of improvement in time do you think I would get?
My big problem is my tires GS-C’s can’t get any traction. I have to leave my traction control ON or I will spin my tires halfway down the track.
OK my question is, if I was to go with BFG Drag radials and leave traction control OFF what kind of improvement in time do you think I would get?
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
OK my question is, if I was to go with BFG Drag radials and leave traction control OFF what kind of improvement in time do you think I would get?
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Re: Second time at track Questions (KyleBst264)
My only question is..auto or manual ?...if you're runnin' an A4 I hope you have a Dana 44 out back...with your mods and a good hook a 36 won't last very long... :D
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Re: Second time at track Questions (golfboy1)
My only question is..auto or manual ?...if you're runnin' an A4 I hope you have a Dana 44 out back...with your mods and a good hook a 36 won't last very long... :D
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
Try some Nitto drag radials. The BFG will hook better than the Nitto and be harder on the rear. You should be seeing 1.70 60'. In the mean time start searching for a Dana 44 to swap in. :yesnod:
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
With drag radials, 3.45 gears and 2800 stall converter, I'm getting low 1.7 in the 60'.
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
What rear gears are your running. Thats about the same set up that I run.
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
What rear gears are your running. Thats about the same set up that I run.
3.07
3.07
You need atleast 3.73 .
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Re: Second time at track Questions (robtx)
NO, get a DANA 44