06-21-2009, 12:17 PM | #1 |
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L99 (best mode for racing?)
What's the best transmission mode for drag racing?
I would like to hear from the guys that are running good times what computer transmission mode you're using. 1. D - (regular drive) 2. M - (sport mode) 3. M- (sport mode using paddle shifters) 4. Competitive mode (8-37 in the owners manual) -press TCS button two times quickly. Thanks. |
06-21-2009, 12:32 PM | #2 |
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Tried each and every one of those combos last night... wish I had time to complile all the numbers... maybe this evening...
The winner was S Mode... Competitive Mode... No paddle shifters although others like to have everything off. Reasons were with T/C off I got wheel spin once off the line and another time using tap shift from 1st to 2nd. When I had T/C off and got no wheel spin I ran the exact same time as with T/C on. (so I prefer to be safe and leave it on - comp mode) Tap shift will take lots of practice becuse it's soooo slow to react. You have to anticipate the tap so it can really screw up a a good run (but save your motor...) I gained nothing using it during a perfect run except for a chance to shift late and lose time. One more note... it's easier to have everything off when coming to the line... That way you can do a burnout and just pull up to the line rather than stop to double tap back to comp mode. I still prefer Comp mode |
07-14-2009, 11:32 PM | #3 |
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what is the difference between competitive mode and sport mode(not using shifters)
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07-15-2009, 03:27 PM | #4 |
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Sport mode is a gear selection option (D, S, or M are available).
Competitive Mode is a tractio/stability control option which turns traction off and leave stability on.
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07-21-2009, 08:19 AM | #5 |
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So how do I get it to stay in 1st or 2nd gear to take it up to 3 or 4000 rpm and let it back down, it shift's on me?
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07-21-2009, 08:27 AM | #6 | |
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You have to use the paddle shifters to keep the car in a gear. They are on the back of the steering wheel. |
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07-21-2009, 05:39 PM | #7 | |
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I think that's what you're asking |
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07-21-2009, 06:05 PM | #8 |
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[QUOTE=Ultimate Performance;706204]When you put the shifter in M(sport mode) it will shift by itself. Once you put the shifter in M(sport mode), click the + paddle and you are then in control of shifting the transmission.
I think that's what you're asking[/QUOTE I would also like to add, once you touch the tap shifters in M- Sport mode (it switches you over to manual mode). You must now shift the car yourself until you move the shifter back up to D (regular drive). When I'm done using the paddle shifters, I move the shifter quickly up to D and then back to M (Sport mode). I pretty much use M (Sport mode) for most of my daily driving. I rarely use the paddle shifters. But sometimes the paddel shifters are fun to play with. I also like using the paddle shifters when I want to hold first gear when rolling slowly off the line. And make sure you time the shifts properly when using the paddle shifters. There's a slight delay on the shifts so you can end up hitting the fuel cut off/redline if you're not paying close attention to your rpms. |
07-22-2009, 10:59 AM | #9 | |
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07-22-2009, 11:59 AM | #10 |
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Sport mode holds each gear a little longer (higher rpms). It also seems to shift faster. It's basically a more aggressive setting for the transmission. But to be honest, I'm not sure how much faster it makes the car run (0-60mph, 1/4 mile), but it definately makes the car feel faster. |
07-22-2009, 12:08 PM | #11 | |
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Does it make a difference with the fuel efficency for daily driving? |
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07-22-2009, 12:18 PM | #12 |
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When I use M (Sport Mode) the engine seems to stay in each gear to a higher rpm before upshifting (even at part throttle). So I would assume that would slightly decrease mpg. But I haven't done any actual mileage testing.
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07-22-2009, 12:25 PM | #13 |
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Thanks for the info. I am planning on running on a local track next Friday. I am itching to see what she will do.
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07-22-2009, 12:33 PM | #14 |
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Have fun, but Texas in the summer can be tuff on track times. I know some guys with late model GTO's that live in the Dallas area and they run pretty slow times this time of year.
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