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Originally Posted by paperboy42190
a drag strip can be great for testing new mods because he'll have real acceleration number differences. but thats assuming he is shifting perfect for every run, the driver must be consistent through every mod to compare the times.
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Learn the easy way, or the hard way, I guess.
You're not going to learn much by just going down the strip other then feel, and time. Even then there are way to many variables to get a consistent idea or data of the improvements or losses, including the type of tires, tire pressure or even air temperature. (Not all bolts on's and upgrades are improvements, they can change horsepower and torque curves plus and minus, and might change shift points etc.)
Here is a fun toy if your scared of the dyno.
Dyno-Shaft Pro Series On-Vehicle Dynamometer - Wideband O2 UEGO, Water/Methanol, Stand Alone Engine Management, Piggyback F/IC, Tru Boost Controller, Gauges, Automotive Performance Electronics