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SimC33 · 10-01-2008, 05:21 PM

God I hope not...at least I hope not in the SS the V6 I could see.

SoFlaZ · 10-01-2008, 05:33 PM

I think Launch control is a GREAT idea, some people really need it! Well at least this guy at the drag strip with a spankin new LS3 vette. He did a moderate burnout, then at the green light dumped the clutch and didn't attempt to gain traction until shifting to second while going about 20 mph just roasting the rubber. He almost lost to a new Tundra!!!! with a 100 shot, but still!!

SimC33 · 10-01-2008, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by SoFlaZ

I think Launch control is a GREAT idea, some people really need it! Well at least this guy at the drag strip with a spankin new LS3 vette. He did a moderate burnout, then at the green light dumped the clutch and didn't attempt to gain traction until shifting to second while going about 20 mph just roasting the rubber. He almost lost to a new Tundra!!!! with a 100 shot, but still!!

Wheww...for a second there I thought you were gonna tell us he blew the transmission or something when he dumped the clutch!

2KZ28_For_Now · 10-01-2008, 11:01 PM

well, I was hoping someone would know more of what exactly this mode did.

For the ZR1, alls it does is adjust the magnetic shocks in the rear to full soft so the car can "dig" easier as power plants, and then let the half-shafts distribute power more equally to avoid wheel hop, and the ridiculously wide rear wheels plant without spin.

Since the SS has sport/soft modes for stabilitrak, I wonder if its anywhere near the same, and/or if the ecu automatically adjusts power output despite where the RPMs are....

I'm sure we'll get a better answer soon. I'm one of those dudes that just has to know how things work. I'm not satisfied with just "its there."

Thanks for all the replies so far.

camaro5 · 10-01-2008, 11:31 PM

This device combines the effort of an electronic-driven accelerator and a computer program in the car.

The software drives the accelerator according to engine specifications to make the car accelerate smoothly and as fast as possible, avoiding spinning of the drive wheels, engine failure due to over-revving and clutch and gearbox problems.

This feature is only available at the start of the race, when the car is stopped in the starting grid. After the car is running at a certain speed, this device stops its work.

SimC33 · 10-02-2008, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by camaro5

This device combines the effort of an electronic-driven accelerator and a computer program in the car.

The software drives the accelerator according to engine specifications to make the car accelerate smoothly and as fast as possible, avoiding spinning of the drive wheels, engine failure due to over-revving and clutch and gearbox problems.

This feature is only available at the start of the race, when the car is stopped in the starting grid. After the car is running at a certain speed, this device stops its work.

So does this mean when we are at the track it would hurt our 1/4 mile? Would it be better to turn it off at the track?

SoFlaZ · 10-02-2008, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SimC33

Wheww...for a second there I thought you were gonna tell us he blew the transmission or something when he dumped the clutch!

Oh no, he didn't grenade it, that would have made me sad. The guy just needed some driving/launching lessons.

BowtieGuy · 10-02-2008, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

I'm not sure why it makes a difference... obviously if the clutchis in you can rev the motor. But when I read your post I was thinking the same thing... "I'd have it in gear before I reved it... " I think it's just one of those comfort things... If it's in gear then you HAVE to have the clutch all the way to the floor and there's less chance of roasting the clutch???

Yeah, anyone with experience can hold revs in a manual car. Launch control just takes some guessing out of it and makes launching semi idiot proof. But an experienced driver will still launch better than a guy hoping the computer holds the right RPM for him.

*radz28* · 10-02-2008, 02:02 PM

I still prefer the ability to disable it if possible.

headpunter · 10-02-2008, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by radz282003

I still prefer the ability to disable it if possible.

i guess the consensus is we have to activate it

*radz28* · 10-02-2008, 02:35 PM

AH; my bad. What you said

camaro5 · 10-02-2008, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SimC33

So does this mean when we are at the track it would hurt our 1/4 mile? Would it be better to turn it off at the track?

I'm afraid we'll have to do extensive testing on this.

Launch on, launch off, laugh, laugh, laugh.

themossman · 10-02-2008, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

Yeah, anyone with experience can hold revs in a manual car. Launch control just takes some guessing out of it and makes launching semi idiot proof. But an experienced driver will still launch better than a guy hoping the computer holds the right RPM for him.

You're right about that...if you look back at the two videos I posted of the M3's...you'll see one gets pretty excessive wheel spin while the other does not. The computer can't take into account tire/road temps and tire quality/compound.

BUT...if the stars align and you get no slip....the launch control on the M3 is impressive.

headpunter · 10-02-2008, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by themossman

You're right about that...if you look back at the two videos I posted of the M3's...you'll see one gets pretty excessive wheel spin while the other does not. The computer can't take into account tire/road temps and tire quality/compound.

BUT...if the stars align and you get no slip....the launch control on the M3 is impressive.

have i said your m3 looks amazing before?

10-01-2008, 11:01 PM	#46
2KZ28_For_Now SS Shotgun Ride?!??! :-) Drives: 2000 Z28 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,549	well, I was hoping someone would know more of what exactly this mode did. For the ZR1, alls it does is adjust the magnetic shocks in the rear to full soft so the car can "dig" easier as power plants, and then let the half-shafts distribute power more equally to avoid wheel hop, and the ridiculously wide rear wheels plant without spin. Since the SS has sport/soft modes for stabilitrak, I wonder if its anywhere near the same, and/or if the ecu automatically adjusts power output despite where the RPMs are.... I'm sure we'll get a better answer soon. I'm one of those dudes that just has to know how things work. I'm not satisfied with just "its there." Thanks for all the replies so far. __________________ LT LS RS SS LS3 LSA-Z28 (Skip the body kit)

10-01-2008, 11:31 PM	#47
camaro5 Drives: X-15 Velocipede Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SW Florida Posts: 4,637	How it works This device combines the effort of an electronic-driven accelerator and a computer program in the car. The software drives the accelerator according to engine specifications to make the car accelerate smoothly and as fast as possible, avoiding spinning of the drive wheels, engine failure due to over-revving and clutch and gearbox problems. This feature is only available at the start of the race, when the car is stopped in the starting grid. After the car is running at a certain speed, this device stops its work. __________________ Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge General Motors ASEP, A.S. Automotive Technology, Telecommunications Specialist, CISCO Network Engineer STANDARD DISCLAIMER camaro5 is furnishing this information "as is". camaro5 does not provide any warranty of the information whatsoever, whether express, implied, or statutory, including, but not limited to, any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or any warranty that the contents of the information will be error-free.

10-02-2008, 02:02 PM	#51
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,235 View My Garage	I still prefer the ability to disable it if possible. __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

10-02-2008, 02:35 PM	#53
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,235 View My Garage	AH; my bad. What you said __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

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SoFlaZ Drives: 2013 SS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: WPB FL Posts: 947 View My Garage	I think Launch control is a GREAT idea, some people really need it! Well at least this guy at the drag strip with a spankin new LS3 vette. He did a moderate burnout, then at the green light dumped the clutch and didn't attempt to gain traction until shifting to second while going about 20 mph just roasting the rubber. He almost lost to a new Tundra!!!! with a 100 shot, but still!!