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MajorTom · 09-11-2008, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by GMRULZ

Scotty,

Can you tell us what "LAUNCH CONTROL" actually is. I understand the traction control sport modes ect as the Vette has these. But what and how exactly does Launch control work. My decsion on which transmission to buy hinges on exactly what this is for the 6spd manual a my car will see alot of dragstrip use. I would "GREATLT appreceate a detailed explanation of how this works.

I'm only commenting because I assume they'll be similar. But the launch control on the cobalt works like this: You press a button which turns it on. Floor the throttle and dump the clutch. The computer uses the Electronic throttle to control throttle position which keeps the wheelspin in check and gets you off the line as fast as possible. It'll keep the revs at the right position for optimum acceleration as well as minimal wheelspin.

That's how it works in most cars. Even really expensive ones that have had this feature before GM cars. Like Ferrari's and Lamborghini's.

GMRULZ · 09-11-2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MajorTom

I'm only commenting because I assume they'll be similar. But the launch control on the cobalt works like this: You press a button which turns it on. Floor the throttle and dump the clutch. The computer uses the Electronic throttle to control throttle position which keeps the wheelspin in check and gets you off the line as fast as possible. It'll keep the revs at the right position for optimum acceleration as well as minimal wheelspin.

That's how it works in most cars. Even really expensive ones that have had this feature before GM cars. Like Ferrari's and Lamborghini's.

Thank you so much Tom!

Does it also allow you to keep the throttle to the floor between shifts?

CamaroScotty · 09-11-2008, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GMRULZ

Thank you so much Tom!

Does it also allow you to keep the throttle to the floor between shifts?

That would be called "no lift shift" as in the Cobalt SS Turbo...

GMRULZ · 09-11-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroScotty

That would be called "no lift shift" as in the Cobalt SS Turbo...

So since the launch mode is on the Cobalt SS also, is the no lift also a part of this system for Camaro as it is for the Cobalt SS?

BowtieGuy · 09-11-2008, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by GMRULZ

So since the launch mode is on the Cobalt SS also, is the no lift also a part of this system for Camaro as it is for the Cobalt SS?

Well they don't have anywhere near the same transmission. I wouldn't count on it. The features on the Camaro have already been released and that wasn't one of them.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't no-lift shift only on the Getrag (sp?) transmission?

CamaroScotty · 09-12-2008, 09:17 AM

I would say no since they don't mention it.

carfansince73 · 09-12-2008, 04:10 PM

Also, the no-lift shift is to keep the turbo at max boost. The Camaro shouldn't have any issues in the torque department.

Zhawk · 09-12-2008, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by carfansince73

Also, the no-lift shift is to keep the turbo at max boost. The Camaro shouldn't have any issues in the torque department.

Nope, the only problem will be buying new tires all the time!

GMRULZ · 09-12-2008, 05:12 PM

Thanks guys, wasn`t sure if it was in the same package w/ the launch control or seperate. So since it is seperate and not listed I`m sure you guys are right and it won`t be on it.

headpunter · 09-12-2008, 05:31 PM

hmm i woul've had to turbo my camaro if it had the no lift shift. oh well. magnacharger it is

carfansince73 · 09-15-2008, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Zhawk

Nope, the only problem will be buying new tires all the time!

I guess you could look at it that way. OR, you could say it is a benefit because not having the power to smoke your tires, now that's a problem.

lalometalik · 09-15-2008, 04:34 PM

If only the eXTErior color option came in Flat Black also!

Pushing_Tin · 10-14-2008, 11:16 PM

I'm bummed about not having real nav and dual zone. When my wife is in the car her side is always set about 10 degrees warmer! OnStar blows.

09-12-2008, 05:12 PM	#51
GMRULZ Drives: 2010 SS & 2008 C6 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: VA Posts: 1,819	Thanks guys, wasn`t sure if it was in the same package w/ the launch control or seperate. So since it is seperate and not listed I`m sure you guys are right and it won`t be on it. __________________ 2010 SS L99, 536rwhp 10.843@126.72. Whipple Supercharger stock pulley, ARH 1 7/8 longtubes w/ catted xpipe, magnaflow 3" mufflers, ADM Race CAI, 3:70 gears, lightweight wheels and nitto drag radials. Stock internal L99, stock converter. Bolt on best before blower 12.22@113.29 w/ nothing but ARH headers, catted x-pipe, ADM CAI and a tune on stock Pzero`s! Other car 2008 C6 Ls3, z51, A6, Npp Exhaust, best bonestock pass 11.80@118.82, Number 2 on the Corvette Forums Bonestock fastest list..

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headpunter Not That sad..considering Drives: Man Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: the part of washington the capital forgot about. Posts: 3,745 View My Garage	hmm i woul've had to turbo my camaro if it had the no lift shift. oh well. magnacharger it is __________________ Stop Whinging

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