MrElectric03

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I agree...but when you spend hours and a pile of cutting discs and grinding wheels to save a few lbs and go a hair faster you see spending an extra $100 as saving time

Vetal

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I'm just not sure why some say you need weight on the strip... And how much in ET could you loose (if any) with lightweight flexplate

MrElectric03

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Well you do need some weight to plant the tires but these are really heavy cars.

Reducing rotating weight is always a good thing and sends more power to the tires. Im not sure if a huge et gain will be noticed but for me its all about optimizing the setup. I dont mind skimping so much on easily replaced parts but if later on down the road I decide I want an aluminum flexplate I dont wanna pull the trans, rather spend the extra $$$ and do it right the first time.

Vetal

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MrElectric, I meant that some people think lightweight flexplate actually slows you down on the track...

MrElectric03

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Ahh ok, well I guess its like the billet steel vs aluminum flywheels they say the steel will give you better torque off the line.

Vetal

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Yes I felt that myself with stick, but in auto you can't bog to 1500-2000rpm because the converter won't let you

I wonder whether this flexplate will fit LS1...
http://www.ptcrace.com/tooth-internal-p-1275.html

358chevycamaro

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It will not slow your car down. Will it pick up a half second? No, but it'll help a little! Now pack your lunch for a few days and spend the extra coin on the CSR aluminum flexplate!