Launching a 5 speed...

From: IXLR8RT@aol.com
Date: Thu Sep 07 2000 - 01:13:33 EDT


I'm taking my Dakota to the strip this Saturday, they are having a "test and
tune day".

Can anyone that has run their 5 speed Dakota's at the dragstrip give me some
pointers?
I'm used to having traction and launching at 3000-3500 rpm, and I know that
won't work with no weight on the rear, and street tires.

I tried a couple of times at our local street race area.
Held rpm at 1250-1300, let out clutch a little quicker than normal, then
nailed it...
spun thru first, second, and a second or so into third gear. Then I tried
everything the same, but started in second gear...same results.

Am I destined to spend money on slicks, or DOT race tires?

Thanks in advance,
Jeff C.

"There's no such thing as too much cam, just not enough motor."
--David Freiburger
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Jeff Capuzzi
00' Dakota Sport RC 2wd, IB with 4.7 V8, 5 speed, and 3.55 gears.
Decal free, 255/60-15 Firestone's, loud pipes, and more on the way.
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