Burnouts ??
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Burnouts ??
I know this isn't a new topic and all, but I want some opinions on doing Burnouts. I have a 2011 Mustang Gt 6 speed, and I was wondering how bad burnouts really can be on the car, if you don't do them all the time...maybe once every 5,000 miles.
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If done correctly I think the only thing it will hurt is your tires.
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What's your opinion of a burnout? Just roasting the tires while launching or doing a brakestand aka sitting still spinning tires. I'm guessing its the latter of the two which can cause some damage if done incorrectly. The way I learned it is trial and error. Its like riding a bike tho. Once you have it you have it. Left foot on clutch right heel on brake pedal right toes on gas. Depress brake about 45% while easing into the gas and letting off the clutch. It's all about feel. You will feel it starting to catch. Adjust brake pressure accordingly let off the clutch and don't redline it. If you want to roast them shift to second keeping the brake about half pressure ( you don't want too much brakes as it can damage the rears) an let em spin
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If your car isn't tough enough don't do it. I lost a rear end due to a brake stand once I have since upgraded. If your not breaking something once in a while your not having enough fun.
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First off, I'm a 'logical' old fart (engineer). Since I have $600 worth of rubber on the back of the car, can someone explain to me why doing a burnout is any better than lighting $100 bills on fire?
I've witnessed a number of burnout contests that were 'won' by ragged old rat traps, so the idea of this being a performance car specialty just isn't a valid argument.
I've witnessed a number of burnout contests that were 'won' by ragged old rat traps, so the idea of this being a performance car specialty just isn't a valid argument.
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you dont have to be a hotrodder to own and like mustangs and fast fords .. i am .. it gives me a rush to do a burnout and the kids enjoy it . plus both my toys have linelock so burning up the rear brakes is not an issue ..
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Its loud, impractical, fun, and over the top. These are the things that make watching or doing a burnout fun. These reasons are the same reasons many people love american muscle.
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Its loud, impractical, fun, and over the top. These are the things that make watching or doing a burnout fun. These reasons are the same reasons many people love american muscle.
My idea of a Burnout is just to sit still long enough to get some smoke then take off. Usually lasting about 10-15 seconds.
I start the burnout by dumping the clutch at 2,500-3,000rpms , then hit the brake and keep it between 4and 5,000rpms then leave.
That can't be that bad for the car. Just only the tires.
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hahahahah
Alright thanks .
sounds about right. For those people that like doing brake tq make sure to drive around or a little while ater doing one. The heat transfer can damage your rims.
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Originally Posted by Glenn
sounds about right. For those people that like doing brake tq make sure to drive around or a little while ater doing one. The heat transfer can damage your rims.
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you dont have to be a hotrodder to own and like mustangs and fast fords .. i am .. it gives me a rush to do a burnout and the kids enjoy it . plus both my toys have linelock so burning up the rear brakes is not an issue ..
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Its loud, impractical, fun, and over the top. These are the things that make watching or doing a burnout fun. These reasons are the same reasons many people love american muscle.
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I have another question........what about the clutch when doing a burnout.
Is it bad on the clutch ?? say dumping the clutch at 2,500 rpms ??
Is it bad on the clutch ?? say dumping the clutch at 2,500 rpms ??
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Well it's definitely not good for the clutch lol. I don't think I've ever dumped the clutch on mine to give them a good spin. Usually once the clutch is out just mash the gas. I've got a 93 octane tune which makes getting traction real hard on my tires....even in 3rd gear when it's cold out.
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I'm not for sure but it couldn't be any worse than dropping it at 2500rpm on any other occasion and 2500 seems well within the limits of safety with the new 5.0