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OMG Yeah Baby, the drag was truly a blast. Would I do it again ... YOU BET.
Qualifying .500 Tree
Reaction time .58
1/8 time 7.267
Speed mhp 51.22
Reaction time .34
1/8 time 7.531
Speed mhp 57.74
Reaction time -.075
1/8 time 6.772
Speed mhp 44.69
Whoops
I chose 7.20 Dial in
Elimination
Reaction time .63
1/8 time 7.424
Speed mhp 54.18
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Qualifying .500 Tree
Reaction time .58
1/8 time 7.267
Speed mhp 51.22
Reaction time .34
1/8 time 7.531
Speed mhp 57.74
Reaction time -.075
1/8 time 6.772
Speed mhp 44.69
Whoops
I chose 7.20 Dial in
Elimination
Reaction time .63
1/8 time 7.424
Speed mhp 54.18
****
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Cheekie . . .
I am a little confused (nothing new) about your times and mph. You went ~7.xxx at ~55-56.xx mph in the 1/8 mile? Those numbers don't seem to add up. Am I missing something?
As an example a "typical" 1/8 & 1/4 mile run for me in my Mach is . .
1/8 - 8.2xx-8.310
MPH - 84-85mph
1/4 - 12.9xx-13.1xx
MPH - 106.x-108.1mph
I am also backing out your thread to the proper 'Drag Racing' section, but will leave a link.
I am a little confused (nothing new) about your times and mph. You went ~7.xxx at ~55-56.xx mph in the 1/8 mile? Those numbers don't seem to add up. Am I missing something?
As an example a "typical" 1/8 & 1/4 mile run for me in my Mach is . .
1/8 - 8.2xx-8.310
MPH - 84-85mph
1/4 - 12.9xx-13.1xx
MPH - 106.x-108.1mph
I am also backing out your thread to the proper 'Drag Racing' section, but will leave a link.
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Cheekie . . .
I am a little confused (nothing new) about your times and mph. You went ~7.xxx at ~55-56.xx mph in the 1/8 mile? Those numbers don't seem to add up. Am I missing something?
As an example a "typical" 1/8 & 1/4 mile run for me in my Mach is . .
1/8 - 8.2xx-8.310
MPH - 84-85mph
1/4 - 12.9xx-13.1xx
MPH - 106.x-108.1mph
I am also backing out your thread to the proper 'Drag Racing' section, but will leave a link.
I am a little confused (nothing new) about your times and mph. You went ~7.xxx at ~55-56.xx mph in the 1/8 mile? Those numbers don't seem to add up. Am I missing something?
As an example a "typical" 1/8 & 1/4 mile run for me in my Mach is . .
1/8 - 8.2xx-8.310
MPH - 84-85mph
1/4 - 12.9xx-13.1xx
MPH - 106.x-108.1mph
I am also backing out your thread to the proper 'Drag Racing' section, but will leave a link.
Thanks for moving the thread
Here is my second time slip, it is possible I did not put down enough info from the slip.
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Looks like the MPH indicated is for the 330' mark (which is 1/16 mile - not 1/8 mile). An 1/8 mile is 660' feet, and your timeslips only go up to 384', so it's not a full 1/8 mile track from the looks of it.
I would expect a new V6/Manual Mustang to run the 1/8 mile in the high 9's @ roughly 72 mph, and the 1/4 mile in the low 15's @ roughly 91 mph, so you're definitely not being timed on a full 1/8 mile.
I would expect a new V6/Manual Mustang to run the 1/8 mile in the high 9's @ roughly 72 mph, and the 1/4 mile in the low 15's @ roughly 91 mph, so you're definitely not being timed on a full 1/8 mile.
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WELL thank you Five, I did not actually figure out the math I just took what I was told as fact. So sorry for the error. I must admit I thought I was doing really well. Thank you pointing that out for me.
So is the time that I posted a good time for a 16th mile run?
So is the time that I posted a good time for a 16th mile run?
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I am still a bit confused about the 384' distance on your timeslip. As you're in Victoria, I was trying to figure out what metric equivalent that would be, but it's like 117 meters, which isn't a nice round number. Anyone else know what that distance could represent?
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OK, I just checked www.sislra.ca, which is the website for the track in Victoria, BC. They claim their track is 330' long. The 384' isn't noted anywhere that I could find, and other area tracks in BC also note 330' lengths. Must be a Canadian thing? Here's an excerpt from another track in BC (Saratoga Speedway)...
"While only 330' in length the track boasts a fully electronic, computerized Chrondek timing system and a full length concrete surface. This allows racers to hone their skills on the 'tree' and the super sticky surface is ideal for chassis tuning. Timing slips are issued showing the drivers reaction time, 60' time, elapse time, MPH and margin of victory (MOV). Let's face it -- in E.T. bracket racing (handicap start) most races are decided at the tree or in the first 60'. The rest of the normally quarter mile race tests the durability of the race vehicle."
"While only 330' in length the track boasts a fully electronic, computerized Chrondek timing system and a full length concrete surface. This allows racers to hone their skills on the 'tree' and the super sticky surface is ideal for chassis tuning. Timing slips are issued showing the drivers reaction time, 60' time, elapse time, MPH and margin of victory (MOV). Let's face it -- in E.T. bracket racing (handicap start) most races are decided at the tree or in the first 60'. The rest of the normally quarter mile race tests the durability of the race vehicle."
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Hey I was wondering about that as well, I cant get the math to work either. Here is a pic with two timing markers, but as I remember I dont think they are 54 feet apart.
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the greatest journey begins with the first step .. you went - you had fun - you think you did good .. good for you .. later step up to an 1/8 th track then perhaps a 1/4 track .. you go girl
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I wonder if your track in Victoria is using the 330' and 384' timers to calculate your average mph as well, instead of trying to get an instantaneous reading right at the 330' line???
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Hey Five I will go down to the track on sunday and ask about the timers and length, and let you guys know. I am looking for an 1/8 mile track around here.
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