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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 09:04 PM
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Theoretically, what could I run at the track?
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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 09:07 PM
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13.82 @101.5
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13.82 @101.5
Nice. I might actually go to HRP soon.
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I would say that is a pretty accurate estimate.
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13.9 @ 99
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I am inclined to say that you should just go run it, some LT1's had a bit of freak in them, some did not. I had one that was a wee bit blessed, imho. From all the people who ran me, they agreed it was damn strong for stock. (CAI only=stock imho.)
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High 13's depending on how agreesive you are on the car and the launch of the line. Maybe mid 13's. Your traction count alot so have some DR's or slicks.
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I have ZR rated tires on the car now, too, so that'll help with traction.
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Old Mar 10, 2006 | 02:14 PM
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ZR's are good too. Make sure when you drag the car to run low pressure not to low but a little lower then your usuall daily pressure for xtra traction.
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I'm going to have sex tonight?

What should I expect?

lmao.

Just do it G.
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I'm going to have sex tonight?

What should I expect?

lmao.

Just do it G.
That depends if your hand is cramping. LOL. J/K.

But yes high 13's is in your future. -Mark
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That depends if your hand is cramping. LOL. J/K.

But yes high 13's is in your future. -Mark

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I say leave your tires where they are for pressure, ZR tires just cup, expecailly wide ones. I know the crappy tires on my 5.0 hook better now that i went from 28 to 35 PSI. Before, the burnouts were dark at the edges.
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