mpe488

ok, I may soon be the owner of an A4 60k 1998 Trans Am. I'd like to know what times I should expect in the 1/4 bone stock. I've heard about powerbraking (I'm guessing thats raising the rpms while holding the brakes down before a launch.) What can I expect without powerbraking at with powerbraking at certain rpms? It's a t-top so I guess that gives me an advantage.

And also, what are torque converters good for, and what are they bad for? and what should I have in mind when deciding if I should get one?

Z28_Ninja

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i would say depending on conditions and you driving ability i would guess mid13's to low 14's. and as for converters they only have good sides if they are done right.

spy2520

iTrader: (3)

driving ability for isnt much of a big deal with an A4, its not like he has to shift. stomp the gas and see what happens. lol

Z28_Ninja

iTrader: (2)

yah, your right he does not have to shift. but if he is on street tires he has to know how to feather the gas to hook good and get a good run.

GT Griller

iTrader: (8)

Plus he is in Florida, if he hits 14's then he just got ripped off. He will be pretty damn close to sea level so i say wiht good traction he will be mid to low 13's being his first time with the car.

mpe488

close is an understatement, at my highest my feet are 12 feet over sea.

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dannyz

Congrats on the new ride. I could be wrong, but I'm not a big fan of powerbraking. In my opinion you should find a clear stretch of road. Dosn't need to be real long as you just need to practice launching. Then experement getting on the throttle. I wouldn't mash it, cause while its fun to burn rubber it won't teach you how to get out of the hole. Stab it down to half throttle and feel/listen for wheelspin. If none try it again at maybe 3/4's. You get the idea. You want to launch your car with as much pedal as you can w/o spinning the tires. Maybe some of the more experienced guys here can give advice on tire pressure, power braking, etc.
Have fun!