First time ever at track...
03-04-2012, 06:40 PM
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First time ever at track... So I finally got my car out to the track today which was my first time ever. Got in three runs and their not as good as id like. Driver error for sure plays a part in this just want you guys to double check it for me. Car is a 88 camaro with a 99 ls1 and t56. Centerforce clutch and tick master. stock manifolds with no cats to a cutout and catback. Fourth gen rear to. If anything really, im looking for some good tips next time I go as I hoped to hit low 13s and well.. you see.
First run:
rt: .518
60': 2.339
1/8: 9.310 @ 79.56
1/4: 14.149 @ 99.71
Second run
Rt: .636
60': 2.575
1/8: 10.033 @ 79.12
1/4: 14.873 @ 102.33
Last run
Rt: .546
60': 2.415
1/8: 9.195 @ 81.62
1/4: 13.963 @ 100.35
First run:
rt: .518
60': 2.339
1/8: 9.310 @ 79.56
1/4: 14.149 @ 99.71
Second run
Rt: .636
60': 2.575
1/8: 10.033 @ 79.12
1/4: 14.873 @ 102.33
Last run
Rt: .546
60': 2.415
1/8: 9.195 @ 81.62
1/4: 13.963 @ 100.35
03-04-2012, 08:51 PM
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^^yes I know for sure I do. Only thing that really concerned me was the trap as it seems pretty low. Especially since my car is lighter than the typical fourth gen. Also since my interior is kinda empty since Im waiting for the rest of it.
03-04-2012, 09:08 PM
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I think until you get it to leave good its gonna be difficult to really judge what its doing. I put in my converter and my car didn't pick up at all because now its spinning. Just get it to leave good and go from there. Maybe someone else can help? Usually when the 60' is off that much it kills the rest of the pass.
03-04-2012, 09:16 PM
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I see. Well all of mine were ****. Also its kinda weird how my speed isn't consistent from the 1/8 to 1/4 in each run. Anyways, any of you veterns have any good tips to pass down for launching or any other aspect?
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03-04-2012, 09:28 PM
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What's the cub weight on your car? What gears are you running? What's the mileage on your engine?
Ever had this thing on the dyno? My first time to the strip my times were very consistent, 13.59, 13.62, and 13.57. But I have an auto, so they will usually be real close.
Ever had this thing on the dyno? My first time to the strip my times were very consistent, 13.59, 13.62, and 13.57. But I have an auto, so they will usually be real close.
03-04-2012, 09:41 PM
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you need to find a happy median for launching rpms and chill out it looks like you were nervous... its only a run down a track dont sweat it, youll get another chance. to many people get nervous or worry about winning against the guy nexted to you.
03-04-2012, 09:52 PM
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3250s~for curb weight. With me it should be a tad under 3500. Stock fourth gen 3.42 gears and mileage should be around 115,000.
And bwk I was. First time running and I really wanted to do good so I gave it way to much throttle off the line and instead of backing off I shifted. I also didn't ease off the clutch, I dropped that bitch. Doesn't seem to smart now, at the time I thought it would only help and I thought the track was super sticky to prevent wheelspin. I thought wrong
And bwk I was. First time running and I really wanted to do good so I gave it way to much throttle off the line and instead of backing off I shifted. I also didn't ease off the clutch, I dropped that bitch. Doesn't seem to smart now, at the time I thought it would only help and I thought the track was super sticky to prevent wheelspin. I thought wrong
03-04-2012, 10:09 PM
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3250s~for curb weight. With me it should be a tad under 3500. Stock fourth gen 3.42 gears and mileage should be around 115,000.
And bwk I was. First time running and I really wanted to do good so I gave it way to much throttle off the line and instead of backing off I shifted. I also didn't ease off the clutch, I dropped that bitch. Doesn't seem to smart now, at the time I thought it would only help and I thought the track was super sticky to prevent wheelspin. I thought wrong
And bwk I was. First time running and I really wanted to do good so I gave it way to much throttle off the line and instead of backing off I shifted. I also didn't ease off the clutch, I dropped that bitch. Doesn't seem to smart now, at the time I thought it would only help and I thought the track was super sticky to prevent wheelspin. I thought wrong
Next time you go to the track get as many runs in as possible. Seat time in a stick car is very important.
Also might try posting this in the right section next time
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03-04-2012, 10:17 PM
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Haha thanks. Idk why it just dawned on me I was in the wrong section. I kept thinking dyno and track comparison and discussion. Oh well next time.
And yes street tires. stock iroc 16 rims wrapped in some kumho ecsta's. Well next week I hope to go again and will for sure get alot more runs in! So expect new times
And yes street tires. stock iroc 16 rims wrapped in some kumho ecsta's. Well next week I hope to go again and will for sure get alot more runs in! So expect new times
03-05-2012, 08:09 AM
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I figure stock itll be around 3400-3450s. Then take off around 100 for the aluminum motor. Then this is how the interior is and pretty much all that's in it atm. Stripped from the backseats back. It can't be that much weight but I figure somewhere around 75-100 for the newer dash, no spare tire, somewhat stripped interior and plastic gas tank
03-05-2012, 08:45 AM
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Yeah you gotta get outta the hole better...your 60' times are horrendous! LOL...just get you some nittos and practice launching a little and you will be low 13's maybe high 12's in that car as it sits. 3rd gens and LS motors go very good together on the strip. I knew a guy from lexington ky that had a gorgeous third gen with a cam only ls1 (tr 224 cam) that ran low 11's at a 121 mph...honestly cam only and boltons.
03-05-2012, 11:09 AM
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Nope...it was a full interior, car...paint was that dark jade metallic gray...gorgeous car! One of the cleanest I have seen, and a very nice and clean LS swap. Had a 12 bolt and et streets I believe, 6 speed cam and bolt on LS1. The car was very strong for what was done to it. the guy that owned it was a good guy and wasnt out to get anything, so I dont question the heads or anything. He was as surprised as anyone at how good the car ran. his name on kyhorsepower is jtmiller92 i believe. That car is long gone though.
