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by jones4shifting
Tue May 17, 2005 3:37 pm
Forum: Drag Racing
Topic: how do u start off with a hard launch?
Replies: 45
Views: 25977

Thanks for all of the follow up info and warnings.

I guess I'll keep taking it easy, till I get a little more disposable income :wink:

Or untill I feel that first sting of embarrasment from a some smirking dude in a cheaper car :evil:
by jones4shifting
Mon May 16, 2005 5:35 pm
Forum: Drag Racing
Topic: how do u start off with a hard launch?
Replies: 45
Views: 25977

First, you're supposed to break the engine in for 500-1000 miles. Alright LS1Leader and Johnf514, I've got 1000 miles on the back of this pony. I've got all the basics to normal driving down. So, what's up with this clutch dropping? Please give me a few guidelines and procedures to play with. I've ...
by jones4shifting
Wed May 04, 2005 12:08 pm
Forum: Drag Racing
Topic: how do u start off with a hard launch?
Replies: 45
Views: 25977

I haven't tried dropping the clutch yet. Sounds like you just rev the engine and take your foot off the clutch. Folks have listed some does and do not for various equipment and mods. But before I start playing, what can I do that will really mess up or brake something? I mean if I redline the thing ...
by jones4shifting
Wed May 04, 2005 9:56 am
Forum: Drag Racing
Topic: 05 Mustang GT owners - hot rodding
Replies: 11
Views: 8085

05 Mustang GT owners - hot rodding

I'd like to hear from fellow 05 Mustang GT drivers about their experiences with the car. I'm new to sticking and sports cars, I just entered the game 7 days ago. I've got the basics, but I'd like to know what better drivers can do with this car. 1) top speed driven 2) fastest launch from stop (proce...
by jones4shifting
Wed May 04, 2005 9:28 am
Forum: U.S. South
Topic: Texas
Replies: 49
Views: 49133

Texas

I'm in Arlington.
Anyone else out there in the DFW area?

Texas cowboys have replace the horse with the pickup.
Every cross the Texas border and watch the ratio of car to trucks drop in half. :!: