Launching 2013 Auto 5.0 at the track...
8/23/12, 10:04 AM
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Launching 2013 Auto 5.0 at the track...
I used to have a 2009 Challenger R/T. I used to brake rev it to about 1200rpm then launch.
With this 5.0 auto. What is the best technique with these? This is my 1st mustang ever and wanted to see how other guys with the autos are launching. From idle? Brake rev to 1000 or 1200? thanks.
With this 5.0 auto. What is the best technique with these? This is my 1st mustang ever and wanted to see how other guys with the autos are launching. From idle? Brake rev to 1000 or 1200? thanks.
8/23/12, 02:53 PM
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IIRC the guys using stall converters range between 3000 and 4500 - but that is influenced by your diff ratio and tire size (i.e. drag radials or stock).
Five Oh Brian would be a good guy to ask:
Current Mustang: Sterling Gray 11 GT 5.0L Coupe with Brembo Package and 3.73's.
Current Mods: SCT Tuned, K&N Panel Filter, MM Dual Adjustable LCA's, FRPP GT500 Axleback Mufflers, MGW Shifter, BMR Driveshaft Loops.
Mustang Dyno Results: 409 rwhp / 382 rwtq. Best 1/8 Mile: 7.86 @ 91+. Best 1/4 Mile: 12.15 @ 115+. Bremerton Raceway, 5.11.12.
Five Oh Brian would be a good guy to ask:
Current Mustang: Sterling Gray 11 GT 5.0L Coupe with Brembo Package and 3.73's.
Current Mods: SCT Tuned, K&N Panel Filter, MM Dual Adjustable LCA's, FRPP GT500 Axleback Mufflers, MGW Shifter, BMR Driveshaft Loops.
Mustang Dyno Results: 409 rwhp / 382 rwtq. Best 1/8 Mile: 7.86 @ 91+. Best 1/4 Mile: 12.15 @ 115+. Bremerton Raceway, 5.11.12.
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8/24/12, 08:10 AM
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Best method I've found with the automatic, is to load minimal revs against the brakes (but not idle). You have to load the driveline with some revs - maybe 1200 to 1500 rpm's max. Leave on the last yellow (or even second to the last yellow, depending on how stock/loose the suspension is) to cut good reaction times, and mash the gas to the floor to get the fullest 'hit' possible from the torque converter.
8/24/12, 08:27 AM
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Best method I've found with the automatic, is to load minimal revs against the brakes (but not idle). You have to load the driveline with some revs - maybe 1200 to 1500 rpm's max. Leave on the last yellow (or even second to the last yellow, depending on how stock/loose the suspension is) to cut good reaction times, and mash the gas to the floor to get the fullest 'hit' possible from the torque converter.
8/24/12, 07:53 PM
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Unless you get a tune for it you won't be able to stall it above 2,000. There is a limiter built in and you will get up to 2,000 and it won't matter if you mash it to the floor, it won't go any higher. Makes it very difficult to do a burn out on the stock tune.
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