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Feb 9, 2003 | 08:29 PM

fla00z28

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Staging Lane

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Drag shocks

What are the advantages to having adjustable shocks for drag racing and what do the different ratios stand for? i.e. 70/30, 50/50, and os on.

Feb 10, 2003 | 06:34 PM

fla00z28

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Staging Lane

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Re: Drag shocks

can anyone help me on this?

Feb 10, 2003 | 06:38 PM

Pro Stock John

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Re: Drag shocks

Drag shocks allow you to tune your suspension. You can optimize your car for drag launches.

I reccomend doing the fronts first.

Feb 11, 2003 | 06:06 PM

fla00z28

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Re: Drag shocks

What do the different ratios stand for, and what setting should I try first? I have been told 90/10 on front and 50/50 on the rear. What do you think?

Feb 11, 2003 | 07:39 PM

AZLS1

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Re: Drag shocks

These numbers represent the percentage of force required the extend (first number) and compress (second number) the shock. By changing the settings on the front and rear shocks, the car can be dialed-in to raise the front on initial launch for weight transfer and then settle smoothly for a final charge to the finish line.

[ February 11, 2003, 07:42 PM: Message edited by: AZLS1 ]

Feb 11, 2003 | 09:16 PM

Dyno

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Re: Drag shocks

Call Dave at QA1 shocks, he can help you. great shocks at great prices. Dyno

Feb 11, 2003 | 10:13 PM

fla00z28

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Re: Drag shocks

where can I find his number?

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Feb 12, 2003 | 10:52 AM

HOSS99

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Re: Drag shocks

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Pro Stock John:
 Drag shocks allow you to tune your suspension. You can optimize your car for drag launches.

I reccomend doing the fronts first. <hr /></blockquote>Why do the fronts first? Is it best to have a stiff shock up front for launch and weight transfer?