I think it's too late for the track now. I remember that it closed before Halloween last year so it's probably closed. I have been going out and driving as much as I can to learn the t-5. I have to enjoy this 55* November weather while it's here!
With my old 91 GT, my reaction times would be in the .600-.800 range. You are right about learning how to launch. I haven't got the hang of it yet. Half the time I go up in smoke, half the time I bog it. Every once in a while, I'll have a perfect launch but it's usually on a back road when I'm not racing anyone
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89 GT 5-speed: Dynomax Cat-Back, Dynomax H-pipe w/cats, Pro 5.0, Densecharger
Waiting for install: ASP Pulleys, Short Belt