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Old 01-28-2014, 10:25 PM   #3 (permalink)
Z&I
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Why waste your first run ???

Before race day :
Try a few practice launches at 2000 rpm and up it 500 rpm till you find the right balance between minimal spin, zero bog, and acceleration.

Race day :

Lighten the car ... spare tire, tools, wear thin socks (that's a joke son) etc. ... 1/4 tank (or less) ... leave your girlfriend home.

Street tires really s*** ... try starting at 22lbs ~ 18lbs ~ stop when you start to wobble at the top.
Burn outs with street tires are useless ... avoid the water

When leaving the lights : Feather smoothly and quickly without pedaling ...

Power shifting 2nd only hurts the car and your ET - better to quick shift.

Don't let off till you are past the traps for sure.

Good Luck :-0

Let us know how you did

ps : NICE Ride .. I see that you have already lightened your apparel !

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