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Arogg · 05-14-2021, 07:05 AM

So im finally heading out to the track for the first time in about 15 or so years and my first time in my 5th gen. My mods are in my signature. Nothing too crazy done to the car. you guys wanna share any tips before i head out there next month? Its a no-prep track ( old runway ). The event is 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile, 1/4 mile roll, and 1/2 mile roll.

Thanks

frankwjr · 05-14-2021, 08:27 AM

Have fun....lol

Vegas Bound · 05-14-2021, 11:41 AM

Clean tires, dump clutch, have fun.

Arogg · 05-14-2021, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by frankwjr

Have fun....lol

Well thats the plan! The event is even on my bday so im making a whole weekend of it

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

Clean tires, dump clutch, have fun.

Tajefe Couple · 05-14-2021, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

Clean tires, dump clutch, have fun.

This, and be safe the old "no prep" runway near here can get dangerously dirty and slick. That's why they call the one near me The Equalizer!

bayarea408 · 05-16-2021, 11:36 PM

Tips...

i like to sit in the bleachers and observe how the Christmas tree is ran, it can be very different. Flash green immediate go, Three two one green go, double trip laser beam to a 3 count go. It really just depends and how they operate the Tree at the event. Then i'd pay close attention to how the water box situation works. Some places make you drive through it, some place have it in a way where you drive around it and back the rear tires up to the puddle and spin. Pay attention to the lanes, if people are breaking up or bailing runs at certain grease marks or road imperfections you should be aware. GROOVES IN THE LANE, yep real tracks have developed a groove from tons of cars jamming down it, stay in this groove best you can. Full bolton car i'd be happy anything past 12.8 @115
have fun

102SS · 05-17-2021, 06:45 AM

Run the roll races it will be easier on the driveline

Arogg · 05-17-2021, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bayarea408

Tips...

i like to sit in the bleachers and observe how the Christmas tree is ran, it can be very different. Flash green immediate go, Three two one green go, double trip laser beam to a 3 count go. It really just depends and how they operate the Tree at the event. Then i'd pay close attention to how the water box situation works. Some places make you drive through it, some place have it in a way where you drive around it and back the rear tires up to the puddle and spin. Pay attention to the lanes, if people are breaking up or bailing runs at certain grease marks or road imperfections you should be aware. GROOVES IN THE LANE, yep real tracks have developed a groove from tons of cars jamming down it, stay in this groove best you can. Full bolton car i'd be happy anything past 12.8 @115
have fun

Thanks! Ive always sat back at first to watch a few people go down to see the conditions. Also, we are getting to walk the track after the drivers meeting so ill be paying close attention to that as well. My goal for the day is getting into the 12s but may be tough considering im going full weight with not much done to this thing.

Arogg · 05-17-2021, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 102SS

Run the roll races it will be easier on the driveline

Im probably running everything except the 1/8 mile digs. Just doesnt seem worth the beating on the driveline for such a short race. Most of my friends im going with i know i can out-launch them but the rolls will be tough against them. We'll see. Im just looking to have fun and get back into the swing of things. Ordered my helmet last night

1JEWLDSSRS · 05-17-2021, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Arogg

Thanks! Ive always sat back at first to watch a few people go down to see the conditions. Also, we are getting to walk the track after the drivers meeting so ill be paying close attention to that as well. My goal for the day is getting into the 12s but may be tough considering im going full weight with not much done to this thing.

By all means, yes pay attention to the tree and how the other cars are running in each lane as stated above. If you can get her somewhat hooked up being a FBO car, you should see a 12. My FBO with a custom dyno tune on street tires ran a 12.68 @ 116 at my track. Good luck, be careful and have a blast!!!

Vegas Bound · 05-17-2021, 09:41 PM

1/8 mile is the most interesting. Water box, staging, RT, 60'. Everything after that is just sitting in the car.

hunter1660 · 05-19-2021, 08:01 PM

Leave on yellow

Arogg · 06-02-2021, 04:20 PM

welp, the event was pushed from June to September so it looks like I have some time for upgrades and practice lol

bayarea408 · 06-02-2021, 04:53 PM

solid rear sub frame bushings.

05-14-2021, 07:05 AM	#1
Arogg A legend in his own mind Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 822	First time at the track in 10+ years... So im finally heading out to the track for the first time in about 15 or so years and my first time in my 5th gen. My mods are in my signature. Nothing too crazy done to the car. you guys wanna share any tips before i head out there next month? Its a no-prep track ( old runway ). The event is 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile, 1/4 mile roll, and 1/2 mile roll. Thanks __________________ 2010 2SS/RS "The Mistress" Color matched OEM GFX / VIS Carbon Fiber Hood (absolute trash quality and customer service ) / Heritage Grille / 5% Windows / 30% Windshield tint with 5% visor strip / Tinted Exterior Lights / Streetfighter LA Spoiler / Morimoto XB LED fogs / LED sidemarkers / Airaid CAI / Hurst Short Throw / TSP LT's / No cats / No resonator / Corsa Xtreme Catback / Trifecta Tune / Factory amp replaced / 2 JL Audio 12's in the trunk / MRR 228 Wheels / BMR Springs / Moog Endlinks / R1 Concepts Rotors & Pads

05-14-2021, 08:27 AM	#2
frankwjr Drives: 2010 SS 2SS M6 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Smithsburg, Md. Posts: 2,446	Have fun....lol __________________ 2010 SS 2SS M6 - Tune by RDP dynoSteve!(Woot) - Daily Driver - *150K!* - All work by me...

05-16-2021, 11:36 PM	#6
bayarea408 Drives: T Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CA Posts: 803	Tips... i like to sit in the bleachers and observe how the Christmas tree is ran, it can be very different. Flash green immediate go, Three two one green go, double trip laser beam to a 3 count go. It really just depends and how they operate the Tree at the event. Then i'd pay close attention to how the water box situation works. Some places make you drive through it, some place have it in a way where you drive around it and back the rear tires up to the puddle and spin. Pay attention to the lanes, if people are breaking up or bailing runs at certain grease marks or road imperfections you should be aware. GROOVES IN THE LANE, yep real tracks have developed a groove from tons of cars jamming down it, stay in this groove best you can. Full bolton car i'd be happy anything past 12.8 @115 have fun Last edited by bayarea408; 05-16-2021 at 11:48 PM.

05-17-2021, 06:45 AM	#7
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,122	Run the roll races it will be easier on the driveline __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

05-19-2021, 08:01 PM	#12
hunter1660 Drives: 2011ss/rs camaro Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: florida Posts: 1,261	Leave on yellow __________________ . OBX LTH,Rotofab,Magnuson Heartbeat.AEM wideband, HP Tuners

05-14-2021, 11:41 AM	#3
Vegas Bound Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Sparkly Red One Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Hospitality State Posts: 2,558	Clean tires, dump clutch, have fun.

05-17-2021, 09:41 PM	#11
Vegas Bound Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Sparkly Red One Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Hospitality State Posts: 2,558	1/8 mile is the most interesting. Water box, staging, RT, 60'. Everything after that is just sitting in the car.

06-02-2021, 04:20 PM	#13
Arogg A legend in his own mind Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 822	welp, the event was pushed from June to September so it looks like I have some time for upgrades and practice lol __________________ 2010 2SS/RS "The Mistress" Color matched OEM GFX / VIS Carbon Fiber Hood (absolute trash quality and customer service ) / Heritage Grille / 5% Windows / 30% Windshield tint with 5% visor strip / Tinted Exterior Lights / Streetfighter LA Spoiler / Morimoto XB LED fogs / LED sidemarkers / Airaid CAI / Hurst Short Throw / TSP LT's / No cats / No resonator / Corsa Xtreme Catback / Trifecta Tune / Factory amp replaced / 2 JL Audio 12's in the trunk / MRR 228 Wheels / BMR Springs / Moog Endlinks / R1 Concepts Rotors & Pads

06-02-2021, 04:53 PM	#14
bayarea408 Drives: T Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CA Posts: 803	solid rear sub frame bushings.