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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 08:56 PM
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Headed for the track for the first time wednesday w/ my '08 SS Impy for a 'before mods' run and I want to get the best run possible...any advice?
Also....Ive got a $500 bet with one of my technician's that I can take his MazdaSpeed3...am I stupid or confident or both?
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 05:37 AM
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Could be a toss up stock and may depend on who drives better. I like to have an idea before making a bet when cash is on the line, so I won't comment on your personal question. Call me cheap. C&D had that one running a 14.4 @ 99 which is close to what other mags had tested the 06/07 Imp. Get a feel for the launch before you actually race him and good hunting.
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 07:00 AM
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Should be a close race, but if you get a good launch, you will probably win.
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 07:34 AM
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He has put on an intake and a cat back on his, but its hotter than hell down here and I'm hoping that will make his turbo suffer... how should I run?? start in 2nd or 1st? TC on or off?
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 07:41 AM
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Traction Control off . or your feel the car pull side to side....How many miles you have on this new car? Not sure if taking a new car to the track is the best break-in for it. Any how just start in drive...floor it count to 1 mississippi let half way up on the gas then to the floor for the rest of your ride.
with any luck you might pull a 13.9
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 09:38 AM
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Judging by the Gator icon, you must be going to Gainesville Raceway. I'll be there on Wednesday also weather permitting. I have a black 07 Imp SS, slightly modified. See you there and good luck with your bet...lol

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2828608

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