drag racing a 5-spd

lp_pro05 · 06-21-2005

i am getting ready to buy a stock motor 5-spd GT, it does a centerforce clutch and steeda adjustable clutch quadrant. I have never drag raced a 5-spd car. I am looking for any tips or techniques on shifting and launching. I have to start somewhere.

Ga-Pony · 06-21-2005

Leave out at 5000 rpm and shift it like you stoke it!

hechtrod · 06-22-2005

Practice practice practice. But, if using street tires, launch somewhere between 2000 and 3000rpm's, slipping the clutch a little. Not sure the optimum where to shift at with stock motor.

Darkness 96 GT · 06-22-2005

Pratice makes perfect my friend.
Great track times don't come over night either.
Pratice,Pratice,Pratice lol.

89 GTGHOST · 06-22-2005

I agree, I launch at about 1800-2200 and power shift it...takes some practice..save your racing for the track and keep it off the street.

Ga-Pony · 07-02-2005

Your gonna have to just get a feel for your own car...You need to find out at what rpm your motor starts topping off at..Mine is about 5500 rpms...That is where i shift..Whatever you do..Try not to spin...Just baby it off the line into second gear then let it eat...Remember..No matter how much power you have..It ain't worth a damn if you can't keep it on the ground...Goodluck Friend..

boosted · 07-04-2005

keep em sticky. the tires that is.

90-7up+92-LX · 07-10-2005

all you can do is just get a feel for your tops and bottoms and practice