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Old 05-02-2012, 12:33 AM   #1
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Default Need advice on 1/4 mile runs please!!

Okay hey guys hows it going!! Got a couple of questions firstly I'm thinking of going to the strip soon! Or general muck around racing I have a 6sp auto bf with 402rwhp

First question what kinda times would I be expecting with that horse power,just on 17s nothing special

What mods could I do to get better times and power to the ground?

And I want sme pointers on how to go down the strip.!?! Like witch mode to go in,how to launch,and to use or not use traction control? Go easy cause I'm new to this!! Thanks fire away guys.!.!.

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Old 05-02-2012, 03:32 AM   #2
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Default Re: Need advice on 1/4 mile runs please!!

Bf turbo or BF 8???

there are sections on the forums for this. Not the pub.


If you have 400+rwhp you already have mods.. at least a tune running 10+psi.

go to the Bseries section and put a desription of your car and mods and im sure someone will help you out.
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Old 05-02-2012, 06:52 AM   #3
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i am guessing it's an xr6t by your username.
300rwkw will see you run a low 12 or high 11 if you are lucky.
-Use performance mode - just push the selector across and let the car do the shifting. If you want to manually change, it doesn't make a real big difference.
-Street tyres at 20psi, a little skid to clean them, then stage. Getting them hot will make them perform worse.
-Full tank of fuel to prevent fuel surge.
-Stall up to around 1800rpm, and let her rip on the last orange light. Grip will determine how many revs you can leave with. More grip= more revs.
-Practice at the strip. More practice will result in better times. Practice on the street does nothing but confuse you when you do get to the christmas tree.
-Have fun, and post your times here when you are done!
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Old 05-02-2012, 07:39 PM   #4
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Old 05-02-2012, 11:29 PM   #5
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Default Re: Need advice on 1/4 mile runs please!!

For that sort of power and street treads. Dont mash your foot to the ground off the mark. Wait till your comfortably bogged down before you hit the firewall.

We can tell you a million things on here, but nothing will get you understanding untill your 4th soild run of the night. Then you'll know a few of thebasic shoulds and should nots. Have fun!!!
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Old 10-02-2012, 02:14 PM   #6
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Default Re: Need advice on 1/4 mile runs please!!

Hey sorry guys I've been replying but it's not letting me!! Answers yeah I have a bf ute with a ZF6sp auto it has intercooler,injectors,fuel pump,exhaust,and flash tuner and valve springs making 402.5 on 13psi, just was worried about the traction issue ect when traction control is of cheers for all ya help I'm gonna be trying soon so can't wait just dont want to imbarise my self really!
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Old 10-02-2012, 02:18 PM   #7
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Quote:
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We can tell you a million things on here, but nothing will get you understanding untill your 4th soild run of the night. Then you'll know a few of thebasic shoulds and should nots. Have fun!!!
This.

Also don't get wrapped up in times, just do your own thing and enjoy the experience.
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