Check out my results from the dragstrip

Stang_ROTY · 08-06-2002, 09:56 AM

Let me know what you think. The file is attached. I'm pretty happy with the second (quicker) run and overall I had a great time blowing out 2 camaro's

I was told that I got the left front wheel off the ground a little on the slower (first) run. The air was really bad and the humidity was intense. I'm having some traction problems but with more practice I'll get better. I only have 400 miles on the drivetrain so I didn't hook up the t-brake yet. With more practice I can improve on these #'s but for my 1st time at the track I'm very satisfied. Thanks to everyone who helped me get this far.

302 LX Eric · 08-06-2002, 12:04 PM

What kind of tires were you running?

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Stang_ROTY · 08-06-2002, 01:59 PM

BFG Drag Radials. I set the pressure at 18lbs. initially but I think the next time I'll drop it to 14-15. On my second run I didn't do a good enough burnout so the tires chirped quite a bit during the first 60-70ft. A set of slicks is really what I need.

25thmustang · 08-06-2002, 03:31 PM

Hey I noticed you too run at Lebanon Valley!! That is where I run.

Your car looks pretty mean, and the times look good. I gues those BFGs hook well, I will find out how mine hook when I get my 5-speed.

Stang_ROTY · 08-06-2002, 03:43 PM

You were there?? It's nice to know I have a local Mustangworks buddy @ the valley. Those BFG's are pretty good but I didn't do the best burnout when I ran the 12. I think if I heated them up a little more I can get more out of it. But with so little mileage on my setup (400 miles) I'm not sure if I should keep pounding on her so soon. Nice to hear from ya!!

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Originally posted by 25thmustang
Hey I noticed you too run at Lebanon Valley!! That is where I run.

Your car looks pretty mean, and the times look good. I gues those BFGs hook well, I will find out how mine hook when I get my 5-speed.

chris91LX · 08-07-2002, 01:07 PM

Might want to work on the reaction time a little.

Pretty nice numbers, though I'm assuming you shut down on the slower run. Seems to me you have a fair amount left in that combo, you should see some mid 12's if you can get some decent 60' times, ie the slicks you mentioned. You get some good air and some slicks and that suckers gonna haul.

mysweetlx · 08-07-2002, 01:38 PM

My friend's keep telling me to try LV, but I haven't gotten there yet. It's only about 1 1/2 hrs from me.......maybe I'll meet you guys up there sometime later this year (after September mods).

Stang_ROTY · 08-07-2002, 04:21 PM

chris91LX

Point well taken. I know I can do better on the light. I wasn't really trying to turn a good light, just trying to get a handle on launching the car while foot-braking and flashing the torque convertor. But, I get your point and I will improve on that, especially once I wire up the t-brake and hold a button rather than watch the tach.

Thanks for the kind words.

mysweetlx....

Let me know when you plan on heading over.

Jay

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Originally posted by chris91LX
Might want to work on the reaction time a little. Pretty nice numbers, though I'm assuming you shut down on the slower run. Seems to me you have a fair amount left in that combo, you should see some mid 12's if you can get some decent 60' times, ie the slicks you mentioned. You get some good air and some slicks and that suckers gonna haul.

25thmustang · 08-07-2002, 10:41 PM

Hey stang_ROTY, I am going up on the 31st, and should have a stick by then. I don't know if I was up there that night, but I have gone 7-8 times this year. It is a 2 hour drive for me, but I still manage to go. Actually my dad (ThreePonyStable) goes up there also. I would love to get a bunch of guys up there to go. I have already met Godslayer (I think that was his board name) up there! We should get a bunch of guys to go one time.

How about the 31st! I am definateyl going, my club has a Mustang meet that day!

Stang_ROTY · 08-08-2002, 11:20 AM

Count me in. I'll be there.

08-06-2002, 12:04 PM	#2
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	What kind of tires were you running? E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

08-06-2002, 01:59 PM	#3
Stang_ROTY Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Berkshire County - Massachusetts Posts: 735	BFG Drag Radials. I set the pressure at 18lbs. initially but I think the next time I'll drop it to 14-15. On my second run I didn't do a good enough burnout so the tires chirped quite a bit during the first 60-70ft. A set of slicks is really what I need. __________________ Red 1993 GT Street Machine Best E.T. - 12.41/Best MPH = 108 Engine is a 1969 351 block w/393 stroker kit. Dynamic Roller Myte C4, 8 pt cage. Edlebrock Performer heads and Victor Jr. EFI, FRPP 30lb injectors & Cartech fuel system. MSD ignition. Sothside Machine bars & Sub-frames, adj. upper's, 3.73's, Koni rear shocks, much more

08-06-2002, 03:31 PM	#4
25thmustang Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kensington CT Posts: 48	Hey I noticed you too run at Lebanon Valley!! That is where I run. Your car looks pretty mean, and the times look good. I gues those BFGs hook well, I will find out how mine hook when I get my 5-speed. __________________ I am only 17 so this is it for now! 1989 Mustang LX: Cobra Intake, 65mm Tbody, 1.7RR, Mac CAI, 1 5/8 Mac headers, 2 1/2 Mac H-pipe, 2 1/2 Flowmaster Cat-back, 3.73s, BFGoodrich 275/40/17 Drag Radials. 2001 GT leather seats, 17x9 Cobra Rs. Ricer Hater's club: member #48 14.185 @ 97mph (with AOD) 12-19-01

08-07-2002, 01:07 PM	#6
chris91LX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Suburban Chicago, Hanover Park Posts: 695	Might want to work on the reaction time a little. Pretty nice numbers, though I'm assuming you shut down on the slower run. Seems to me you have a fair amount left in that combo, you should see some mid 12's if you can get some decent 60' times, ie the slicks you mentioned. You get some good air and some slicks and that suckers gonna haul. __________________ My Ford Club http://www.midwestfords.org/ Best time N/A 12.9 @ 107 1.711 60' 125 shot - 12.04 @ 113 1.59 60'

08-07-2002, 01:38 PM	#7
mysweetlx Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New York Posts: 248	My friend's keep telling me to try LV, but I haven't gotten there yet. It's only about 1 1/2 hrs from me.......maybe I'll meet you guys up there sometime later this year (after September mods). __________________ Damn this thing's fast!

08-07-2002, 10:41 PM	#9
25thmustang Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kensington CT Posts: 48	Hey stang_ROTY, I am going up on the 31st, and should have a stick by then. I don't know if I was up there that night, but I have gone 7-8 times this year. It is a 2 hour drive for me, but I still manage to go. Actually my dad (ThreePonyStable) goes up there also. I would love to get a bunch of guys up there to go. I have already met Godslayer (I think that was his board name) up there! We should get a bunch of guys to go one time. How about the 31st! I am definateyl going, my club has a Mustang meet that day! __________________ I am only 17 so this is it for now! 1989 Mustang LX: Cobra Intake, 65mm Tbody, 1.7RR, Mac CAI, 1 5/8 Mac headers, 2 1/2 Mac H-pipe, 2 1/2 Flowmaster Cat-back, 3.73s, BFGoodrich 275/40/17 Drag Radials. 2001 GT leather seats, 17x9 Cobra Rs. Ricer Hater's club: member #48 14.185 @ 97mph (with AOD) 12-19-01

08-08-2002, 11:20 AM	#10
Stang_ROTY Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Berkshire County - Massachusetts Posts: 735	Count me in. I'll be there. __________________ Red 1993 GT Street Machine Best E.T. - 12.41/Best MPH = 108 Engine is a 1969 351 block w/393 stroker kit. Dynamic Roller Myte C4, 8 pt cage. Edlebrock Performer heads and Victor Jr. EFI, FRPP 30lb injectors & Cartech fuel system. MSD ignition. Sothside Machine bars & Sub-frames, adj. upper's, 3.73's, Koni rear shocks, much more

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