1/4 mile runs vs. neighbors cars, need opinions. - Page 3

Peaty · 07-15-2008, 01:16 PM

I was thinking 1/4 mile on the 1/8th it almost going to be unfair (almost)

TheEmrys · 07-15-2008, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by sea-scooby

I have 3 maps to choice from, so I do have the option of running a bit more aggresive if needed.
I have:
17psi 92 map that puts out 280whp/312wtq
19psi 92 map that puts out 293whp/336wtq
100 octane race gas map that puts down somewhere around 303whp/356wtq. We didn't have time to tune it to its full potential, so it is a bit conservative.

Do you know what RPM's those hp/tq numbers are at?

Also, the mustang may be the toughest competitor.

Here is a link to a timeslip I found: 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 1/4 mile Drag Racing timeslip specs 0-60 - DragTimes.com

Ran 1/4 mile in 13.822 at 100.550 mph on 91 octane. He did have some mods listed (cam, port and polish, exhaust/downpipe) and 4.10 gears at the rear (stock is unknown, but less than 3.73). If he's got stock gears, you are golden.

jerry 1 a b · 07-15-2008, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Peaty

The thing is, from the sound of it, I really think these guys expect to trounce you. I don't see that happening, they are in for a rude awakening. Be prepared to hear all sorts of excuses too.

Dude!!! You should bring a dry erase board with a list of expected excuses. After the race, and a few excuses, pull the board out and start checking things off in front of them!

sea-scooby · 07-15-2008, 02:19 PM

I'm pretty sure the event is at PIR on the 1/4 mile track.

Today I saw the Jetta owner putting two small blue flames on the front fender. I asked him what they were for and he said they are for his "kills" while street racing. He said he is going to put a flame up for each car he "destroys" on the street. He said it was "Fighter jet style". I hope I wasn't that retarted at 18....

pleiad7 · 07-15-2008, 02:22 PM

^^ HAHAHAAHAA!!

Is this the neighbor kid who used to have the messed up Integra?

I would almost drive up to PIR to witness this... they're all going to get their asses handed to them by you.

sea-scooby · 07-15-2008, 02:25 PM

It's the same kid! I'm hoping to get some pix of the "flame job" soon. I told him he sould use a sharpie and write the type of car he "killed" in the middle of the flame.

steve71 · 07-15-2008, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by sea-scooby

He said it was "Fighter jet style". I hope I wasn't that retarted at 18....

Classic

bodegabandit · 07-15-2008, 02:29 PM

I think you will blow the doors off the VR6, those cars are not fast. The Acura wont be able to get a good launch despite what some may think honda does not make good drag cars. The mustang will be the closest but I think you will still beat him and that will be the sweetest win of all. What you should do is race the Vr6 first then the RSX then have them run a losers bracket while your car cools so you can save the mustang for last

sea-scooby · 07-15-2008, 02:31 PM

The track in pretty busy in on grudge match days, so it could be a good hour between runs. That should be enough cool down time between races. I'll probably run my 02/03 WRX wheels since they weigh just over 16 lbs each.

pleiad7 · 07-15-2008, 02:36 PM

We'll need video coverage of this... any locals who want to volunteer?

nwroller · 07-15-2008, 02:43 PM

^^ Ill be there. I plan to have multiple videos running if possible.

tre36 · 07-15-2008, 03:08 PM

We will have cameras going at all angles!

Chris, is the mustang the black one? I've seen that guy twice going up the big hill to your house. Both time he stepped on it wiggling the rear of the car as he goes up the hill. He must love to burn rubber or something.

funkymonkey1002 · 07-15-2008, 03:09 PM

Get some pictures of these cars!

Galager · 07-15-2008, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tre36

Both time he stepped on it wiggling the rear of the car as he goes up the hill. He must love to burn rubber or something.

Can't blame him for that! The Mustang driver seems to at least have some respect and knows whats up. You should peel a flame off the Jetta each time he loses and put them on your rear window.

sea-scooby · 07-15-2008, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tre36

We will have cameras going at all angles!

Chris, is the mustang the black one? I've seen that guy twice going up the big hill to your house. Both time he stepped on it wiggling the rear of the car as he goes up the hill. He must love to burn rubber or something.

That's the guy. He is the one that is setting things up so I REALLY hope he follows thru!

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Peaty The Modfather Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lawrence, Kansas 04 MT F-XT Cobb Stage 2 & 06 B9 Tribeca Posts: 5,777 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 4 / 100%	I was thinking 1/4 mile on the 1/8th it almost going to be unfair (almost) __________________ Peaty 04 -XT 06 B9 Tribeca & 99 Miata ScoobyMods peatpics

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sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	I'm pretty sure the event is at PIR on the 1/4 mile track. Today I saw the Jetta owner putting two small blue flames on the front fender. I asked him what they were for and he said they are for his "kills" while street racing. He said he is going to put a flame up for each car he "destroys" on the street. He said it was "Fighter jet style". I hope I wasn't that retarted at 18.... __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

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pleiad7 The Seventh Sister Administrator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Redneck yard of the week, near Forest(er)ville, CA Posts: 12,684 Gallery: 8 iTrader: 16 / 100%	^^ HAHAHAAHAA!! Is this the neighbor kid who used to have the messed up Integra? I would almost drive up to PIR to witness this... they're all going to get their asses handed to them by you. __________________ -Silke 04 FXT PP PSM ~ "Subed" 98 Forester S ~ "Slynki" 92 SVX LS-L ~ x2

07-15-2008, 02:25 PM	#36 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	It's the same kid! I'm hoping to get some pix of the "flame job" soon. I told him he sould use a sharpie and write the type of car he "killed" in the middle of the flame. __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

07-15-2008, 02:29 PM	#38 (permalink)
bodegabandit Is a maniac Contributing Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: joplin(sucks) Posts: 244 Gallery: 1 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I think you will blow the doors off the VR6, those cars are not fast. The Acura wont be able to get a good launch despite what some may think honda does not make good drag cars. The mustang will be the closest but I think you will still beat him and that will be the sweetest win of all. What you should do is race the Vr6 first then the RSX then have them run a losers bracket while your car cools so you can save the mustang for last __________________

07-15-2008, 02:31 PM	#39 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	The track in pretty busy in on grudge match days, so it could be a good hour between runs. That should be enough cool down time between races. I'll probably run my 02/03 WRX wheels since they weigh just over 16 lbs each. __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

07-15-2008, 02:36 PM	#40 (permalink)
pleiad7 The Seventh Sister Administrator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Redneck yard of the week, near Forest(er)ville, CA Posts: 12,684 Gallery: 8 iTrader: 16 / 100%	We'll need video coverage of this... any locals who want to volunteer? __________________ -Silke 04 FXT PP PSM ~ "Subed" 98 Forester S ~ "Slynki" 92 SVX LS-L ~ x2

07-15-2008, 02:43 PM	#41 (permalink)
nwroller Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sammamish, WA Posts: 437 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 5 / 100%	^^ Ill be there. I plan to have multiple videos running if possible. __________________ 2004 Forester XT 5sp stg 2 PSM - Platinum Silver Metalic Just a couple a mods

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tre36 Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 2,493 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 2 / 100%	We will have cameras going at all angles! Chris, is the mustang the black one? I've seen that guy twice going up the big hill to your house. Both time he stepped on it wiggling the rear of the car as he goes up the hill. He must love to burn rubber or something. __________________ MY03X-AT

07-15-2008, 03:09 PM	#43 (permalink)
funkymonkey1002 Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 3,455 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 3 / 100%	Get some pictures of these cars! __________________ 04FXT/4EAT Snorkus Free, WRX suspension, rota/falken/racingbrake/hawk

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