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grepin

By grepin,
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Munro Experienced

Munro

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Yep, had the Nittos (put em on front too so rims would match)

Did 2.0 60'. they work much better with big burnouts (suits me!)

I was surprised at the lack of entries - only 25 racers (inc 10 comp cars!)

Probably more people rocked up for the B&S, but not very busy during the day.

Thought there would be heaps of bull bars & spot lights.

Oh well, everyone there had fun, it was pretty relaxed.

whatsisname Grand Master

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Nice time John! Yeah I am wondering if Nittos would help my times too. Might have to look into that for the Nats.

Now that's just rubbing it in Andy. A 1.82 on everyday road rubber (not even semi-comps!) & you still want more :P

Nightcrawler Grand Master

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hehe my 1.82 was on my lowly Ducaro Rev Specs (of which I've still got 2 brand newies in the garage) but my best ever ET was on 540S and it was only a 1.912 60'. I only got to do 2 proper runs with the 540S and was dramtically improving every time. I only launched at 3,200 rpm to get my 12.74 so was barely on boost at the start. I reckon if I can get some real sticky tyres (read = nittos) then I can drop it at maybe 4,000+ rpm and get a far better launch and subequent quicker time and higher terminal speed.

I hope you're coming on the cruise tomorrow Matt (whatsisname)!!!

Munro Experienced

Munro

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Have fun on the cruise today everyone - nice day for it.

Spewing we cant come, we have to go to a wedding - babow

next time.

PS whatsisname - I tend to prefer long black snakey tracks down smooth bitumen.

been laying a few lately - PM for locations if you want to check em out!!!

whatsisname Grand Master

whatsisname

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I guess it makes sense Andy..... nice light weight, excellent power to weight ratio (as per your sig), damn good LSD & 6sp box. Bloody S15's :(

Sorry I didn't come on the cruise dude :( I'm holding off until the car is completely done (tuning & a few other little bits) I figure it's better to do the solo run in thing as I'd probably piss others off with my gay run-in driving style. Mind you after todays 260k stint in the hills I should've gone on the cruise :(

That doesn't sound like you at all John :D

Nightcrawler Grand Master

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no worries Matt - I can undestand your reluctance - but you knew John wasn't going to be there to chase you :D .... it's all good!

I guess the reason for my good launches are:

1 - viscous lsd

2 - lower weight (but this is hindered by excessive wheel spin)

3 - good wheel/hub/diff/axle/weight distribution engineering

4 - awesome driving skills on behalf of myself :devil: (j/k)

Busky2k Veteran

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Yeah definitely #4. Bah I still need to learn..... If i could even pull off a 2.1x 60ft i'd be damn happy!!

What rear tyre pressures were u using Nightcrawler? After I went home I realised i was still on 35psi....

Nightcrawler Grand Master

Nightcrawler

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funnily enough tyre pressure made 0% difference. I was running 34psi in my street tyres when I did my 12.97 .... than changed to the 540S at 25psi I think and only did marginally better times. But I never got to really figure out the 540s before they closed the night ;) .... we'll see soon.

Does anyone know the schedule of AIR events? Is there a street meet of any kind before the Nats? (I'd actually prefer a sunday one where they actually prepare the track so I can get some grip - my 12.74 was on a shitty Wed night with NO track prep - everyone was spinning :D ). I would really love to get some practise runs in!

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