First Attempt with Slicks

[jeffs01]

Finally broke down and bought the MT ET Drags. Talk about an eye opener. I had been launching on Drag Radials at 4k rpm with some spin off the line. Lined up yesterday, did a little burn out, launched at around 4500 rpm and "BOG". Time was horrible!! Next run I launch near 6k rpm = NECK SNAPPER :D . I did get a little spin, SOOO, next run I bring the air down from 12psi to 10psi. Did a little better burn out and launched around 5500 rpm (hard to watch tach and tree at same time). Another NECK SNAPPER :D but no spin. Being my first time on slicks, my times did not improve that much. Went from a 8.61 to a 8.56 (1/8th mile), but I brought my 60ft down from a 1.89 to a 1.79. This is my new excuse for having to visit the track more often and better myself. Now to save up for my next "MOD".

[MRigney]

Sounds like you are making progress Jeff. Now you just need to perfect your launch and your times should come down.

[shibby]

We need to get to the track.

[jeffs01]

Originally posted by MRigney
Sounds like you are making progress Jeff. Now you just need to perfect your launch and your times should come down.

With luck, the Diablo chip I have can be set up as a 2 step rev limiter. That will help me be consistant on the launch. I definantly want the 2 step prior to FFW in Sept.

Shibby:
Let me know a date and I will try and be there.

[jeffs01]

Went out last night and tried to best my time. Track was hooking good and I ran a best of:
60ft - 1.73
330ft - 5.38
1/8th - 8.390 @ 80.91

Wife wasnt there for this run, so no video. (but I do have the slip :D )
I did get an individual in an 03 Cobra running a 7.89. Click on the link and it is at the bottom of the page.
http://www.matherracing.com/2001_GT.html