What is a "LINE LOCK"?
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It is an electronic, switch controlled soleniod that holds the pressure in the front brake line only. This allows you spin the rear wheels freely in the "water box" to heat up the rear tires before you approach the line.
More information here at this link
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When using a Line Lock, the first thing you will need to do is apply the brakes. For best results, you may want to pump them once or twice before you really mash the pedal to the floor. With the brakes applied, you will now want to hit the Line Lock control button. This will lock the front brakes closed allowing you to let off of the brake pedal with your foot. As long as you hold the button, the front brakes will stay locked. As soon as you release the button, the front brakes will release and the car will again be allowed to roll. While all this makes doing a burn out a little easier, both on the car as well as the driver, don't forget that its also very helpfull in keeping the car in place once you're staged. Either way, this is definitely one thing that every car that hits the drag strip on a regular basis should have.
