Finally took my car to the track

[rahallfly]

Well I finally took my car to the strip! Took me a couple runs to figure out things because I have never had it or any car at a track. But after I learned the light and best car start I am semi-happy with it. The factory L99 gearing and TC is my enemy roght now. My best time was 12.55 @114. I raced a few new mustangs and a G8 that was there and off of the line is what killed me. The G8 would beat me to 1/8 mile but by then my car was awake and through the, feels like forever 1st gear, and I would scoot by him good.

Moral of the story is I would like to break 12 sec and I think with a good stall and some 3.91 gears illy car is definetly capable.

[gmen09]

Sounds like you had a good time, how much horsepower do you have?

[mp51998]

Nice to hear you had a good time. Do you have any pointers for a 'never been to the track' newbie? Track etiquite and whatnot. I'd like to run my car once or twice to say I did and see what all hubbub is about. BTW I have an M6 so it'll be a little different than you but a general what to expect would be helpful. Thx.

[SGOS252382]

Must be your cam that's limiting your launch. Because most L99s (bolt ons) enjoy a very aggressive 1st gear.

My car (bolt ons + 3200 stall) launches explosively off the line (stock gears).

I would suggest a 3200 - 3600 stall (probably 3600 since you're cammed) and you should have no trouble getting in the 11s (as long as you're running DRs to hook up).

[Nightmare2012]

I know if I had drs I would definitely be in the 11s that launch could be tricky without some drag radials

[1989GTA]

What was your 60' time?

[Nightmare2012]

Originally Posted by 1989GTA

What was your 60' time?

To was that post directed to?

[Camarojt]

Originally Posted by Nightmare2012

I know if I had drs I would definitely be in the 11s that launch could be tricky without some drag radials

I would make sure that when you get a stall, you better have drag radials too or you might be just as upset at your time. Bc now it will spin easily with a stock tire. A DR and a stall should put you easily in the 11's.

[axis]

What transmission mode are you racing in?

[JEFF75645]

Originally Posted by Camarojt

I would make sure that when you get a stall, you better have drag radials too or you might be just as upset at your time. Bc now it will spin easily with a stock tire. A DR and a stall should put you easily in the 11's.

I was spinning before the stall so I haven't been back since the stall install. It would be interesting to say the least without DR's.

[SGOS252382]

Originally Posted by JEFF75645

I was spinning before the stall so I haven't been back since the stall install. It would be interesting to say the least without DR's.

Yeah, higher stall without drag radials is a day full of frustration.
That's also why I run 305/45/18 NT555Rs on the street.

[rahallfly]

Originally Posted by axis

What transmission mode are you racing in?

S mode

[rahallfly]

Originally Posted by 1989GTA

What was your 60' time?

Best 60 time was 2.06

[rahallfly]

Originally Posted by SGOS252382

Must be your cam that's limiting your launch. Because most L99s (bolt ons) enjoy a very aggressive 1st gear.

My car (bolt ons + 3200 stall) launches explosively off the line (stock gears).

I would suggest a 3200 - 3600 stall (probably 3600 since you're cammed) and you should have no trouble getting in the 11s (as long as you're running DRs to hook up).

At the track launching from 1200ish rpm i didnt have any problem with spin. If i am on the road and punch it, or rolling any speed in first and punch it the rear will break loose really good!