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Old 08-08-2008, 11:48 PM
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So I wasn't planning on racing tonight. But a few of my friends insisted that I bring the S2k out. So yes, I raced with a full tank of gas. LOL. Anyway, first time ever racing this car... launched at approximately 5,500 RPMs. Clutch slipped a little...

16.0 @ 88 mph

Second run was almost identical, except I launched around 4,400 RPMs to ease the stress on the clutch....

16.2 @ 86 mph

It was fun to race, but this car definitely belongs in the turns. Just thought I would share. Oh, and this was in SLC, Utah. Over 4,000 feet above sea level. At sea level would be nice.
Old 08-09-2008, 12:50 AM
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NA car at high altitude FTL.
Old 08-09-2008, 01:33 AM
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It's all good man! Track it next time . You'll have more fun because the S is meant for track and you can basically push the car to its poptential. With a proper suspension setup, the S is notorious and stable on the track. Good Luck!
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so what does that translate to if it was a low altitude?
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I believe launching should be in 6K rpm where torque is also accountable
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i get confused when someone says "track"

do you mean an actual road course or the christmas tree?
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sounds like the strip to me....not a track.
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16??? Ouch man. Ohh well gotta start somewhere. Keep practicing.
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I dont launch the S it wasnt built for that. I do know you arent launching at a high enough rpm you need to at least be at 6k and you need to drop the clutch. Youl get faster with time
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There is more skill in drag racing than most people believe. That goes for making the lowly S2K scoot too.


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