big day next week and i dont know what to do

[95firebird3.4]

well next saturday i will be taking my car to the drags. i have been practing how to launch and i think i got that down. now the next part im stuck on. I don't know when to shift. Do i want to shift when i am close to red line or what? thanks for the help guys

[SpeedingFirebird]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

What mods do you have?

I have a built motor, and I shift at 5K. I'm too much of a wussy to push mine passed that.

[DAS BOOT]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

drive the car really really fast....



Practice at the track to get a feel what works best, and with a 3.4L running al the way to redline isn't always best

[TheGr8Schlotzky]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

Good luck man, post up some times when you get back.

[95firebird3.4]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

What mods do you have?

I have a built motor, and I shift at 5K. I'm too much of a wussy to push mine passed that.

headers, catback, CIA

[josh98bird]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

Just shift where you feel comfortable... don't try and be a hero to get a second knocked off... You will want to go home with an extra second instead of going home on the flatbed with car problems.

I'd shift close to redline, just make sure you don't miss a shift and practice practice practice your launch. Oh... Have Fun :tup:

[SpeedingFirebird]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

If you are running streets (which you probably are) skip the burnout. If you can, drive around the water box.

With your mods, I'd still with 5K.

disclaimer. I am not an expert. :)

[Blip55]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

What mods do you have?

I have a built motor, and I shift at 5K. I'm too much of a wussy to push mine passed that.

i have an intake, and full exhaust, 5.5k shifts :P (200 before redline)

[t-topV6]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

hmm... sounds like fun. i wish i could go tomorrow, you better represent. :D lol, just kidding

[TheGr8Schlotzky]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

i have an intake, and full exhaust, 5.5k shifts :P (200 before redline)

3.8>3.4

[flyfrito_SS]

Re: big day next week and i dont know what to do

Just have fun, and learn. Should be a good time.