First time at track for me

Rev · 09-09-2001, 04:19 PM

Now that you know the basics SW, you'll do better every time. When you see the second yellow light, stand on it. That'll probably get you a decent RT without redlighting. If yours is a standrd shift, then stage at around 2000 and ease out the clutch when you see the second yellow. If it's auto, then hold the brake with your left foot at 1000 RPM and stand on the throttle with the right foot and let off the brake when you see the second yellow.

Don't pay any attention to the other car at all. Focus intently on your own technique. Just pretend that you're their by yourself. Be sure to shift at the right RPM and don't miss the shift.

You may need to experiment with the launch, but you will soon find the optimum technique for your car.

If anyone laughs, just ignore them. Everone started somewhere. Real competitors never laugh. They've been in that situation many times. When John Force smokes his tires on a launch (rarely), does anyone laugh? Everyone makes mistakes from time to time.

Rev

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'66 Coupe, 306, 300 HP, C-4, 13.97 e.t., 100.3 mph
1/4 mi.

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09-09-2001, 04:19 PM	#2
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	Now that you know the basics SW, you'll do better every time. When you see the second yellow light, stand on it. That'll probably get you a decent RT without redlighting. If yours is a standrd shift, then stage at around 2000 and ease out the clutch when you see the second yellow. If it's auto, then hold the brake with your left foot at 1000 RPM and stand on the throttle with the right foot and let off the brake when you see the second yellow. Don't pay any attention to the other car at all. Focus intently on your own technique. Just pretend that you're their by yourself. Be sure to shift at the right RPM and don't miss the shift. You may need to experiment with the launch, but you will soon find the optimum technique for your car. If anyone laughs, just ignore them. Everone started somewhere. Real competitors never laugh. They've been in that situation many times. When John Force smokes his tires on a launch (rarely), does anyone laugh? Everyone makes mistakes from time to time. Rev ------------------ '66 Coupe, 306, 300 HP, C-4, 13.97 e.t., 100.3 mph 1/4 mi.