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I have a 96 firebird with the Y87 package. Ive read the tech page and I understand the options it comes with. Im wondering what the button in the center console that says 2nd gear start means and when would this be ideal to use. I mean Im not gonna be towing anything so Im wondering what its good for. Im also wondering if Y87 is even good to have. How much of an advantage do I have on anyone. Thanks
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1996 Firebird-Y87:SLP Cold Air Intake,Y87 Perf. Package: 3.42 Gears w/ Zexel-Torsen LSD, Sport Steering(14.4:1 ratio), Dual Exit Exhaust,800 watt Pioneer Amp and Two 10\' subs with a custom trunk enclosure. -
Have you checked your owner's manual? It's used for starting from a stop in slippery conditions. It uses 2nd gear to start off instead of first. ;)Matt
1998 Mystic Teal Camaro M5
Whisper Lid, Pacesetter Headers, Catco Cat, Dynomax Super Turbo, B&M Shifter, BMR STB, LSD, P&P Intakes, GT2 Cam, Comp OE Lifters, 1.7 Roller Rockers, Pushrods, SSM Heads, DHP PowrTuner. -
Yea I read that but Ive heard guys say they stay in second gear all the way down the track because u pull the most power from it.1996 Firebird-Y87:SLP Cold Air Intake,Y87 Perf. Package: 3.42 Gears w/ Zexel-Torsen LSD, Sport Steering(14.4:1 ratio), Dual Exit Exhaust,800 watt Pioneer Amp and Two 10\' subs with a custom trunk enclosure.Comment
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yes, y87 package is good to have and you do have an advantage over others without it. it gives you stepper gears and LSD. both are a must and you have a head start on modsComment
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... wow
Ok. 2nd gear start should only be used if you can't get traction in first. Do not use it at the track. If you want to stay in 2nd gear all the way down the track. Shift it "manually" start in first then shift to 2nd, just don't shift to drive and you won't leave 2nd gear.00\' firebird v6 5spd<br />201rwhp ---- 230 rwtq<br />\"Everyday I grow stronger...and further from you.\"<br />WARNING: Do not take any of my comments seriously unless they are technical in nature and then only at your own riskComment
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i dought starting in second is good. its for slippery conditions so you dont spin your tires as easilyComment
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i was thinking the same thingOriginally posted by ReodDai:
... wowComment
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I went to the track and ran a 1/8 of 10.716. Its horrible atleast I thought I would do better stock.1996 Firebird-Y87:SLP Cold Air Intake,Y87 Perf. Package: 3.42 Gears w/ Zexel-Torsen LSD, Sport Steering(14.4:1 ratio), Dual Exit Exhaust,800 watt Pioneer Amp and Two 10\' subs with a custom trunk enclosure.Comment
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that does kinda suck for Y8700\' firebird v6 5spd<br />201rwhp ---- 230 rwtq<br />\"Everyday I grow stronger...and further from you.\"<br />WARNING: Do not take any of my comments seriously unless they are technical in nature and then only at your own riskComment
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There's too many different factors that could affect that time. One time at the track is not an accurate representation of what the car is capable of.Matt
1998 Mystic Teal Camaro M5
Whisper Lid, Pacesetter Headers, Catco Cat, Dynomax Super Turbo, B&M Shifter, BMR STB, LSD, P&P Intakes, GT2 Cam, Comp OE Lifters, 1.7 Roller Rockers, Pushrods, SSM Heads, DHP PowrTuner.Comment
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Shhhh let me have my laugh.00\' firebird v6 5spd<br />201rwhp ---- 230 rwtq<br />\"Everyday I grow stronger...and further from you.\"<br />WARNING: Do not take any of my comments seriously unless they are technical in nature and then only at your own riskComment
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Yea it sux1996 Firebird-Y87:SLP Cold Air Intake,Y87 Perf. Package: 3.42 Gears w/ Zexel-Torsen LSD, Sport Steering(14.4:1 ratio), Dual Exit Exhaust,800 watt Pioneer Amp and Two 10\' subs with a custom trunk enclosure.Comment
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