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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 11:01 PM
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I need some info on launching with my new setup so I'm not wasting my time going the wrong way.My previous setup was mods listed in the sig on Nitto 315 on 17's.My best technique was slipping the clutch at 3500 for about 20'.
I'm switching to ET streets 10.5/26" on 16 rims.Race weight should be around 3600-3650.Running an air bag and not worried about my drivetrain.
What tire pressure should I start with?
What's a good starting point for launching rpm's?
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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 11:12 PM
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What?? No hammer drop?? <img border="0" title="" alt="[Confused]" src="images/icons/confused.gif" /> Just buzz that Ferrari to 6600 like you are supposed to! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" />

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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 11:24 PM
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Old Oct 9, 2002 | 06:32 AM
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I'd start with 15-16psi in the ET Streets. A higher rpm launch may actually help you out, as it will shock the tire a bit.
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Old Oct 9, 2002 | 07:35 AM
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If you figure out how to hook 26x10 ET streets in a six speed let me know <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" /> hehe!
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Old Oct 10, 2002 | 07:37 PM
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My 60' on 26x11.5x15 M/T Streets, on 100 shot, stock rear-end, 3.73 gears (at the time), McLoud clutch, 1.622. 5200 rmp launch. And I spun trough 2nd gear.

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