968 Drag Racing
06-01-2008, 01:11 PM
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Raj
06-01-2008, 02:59 PM
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Straight line is certainly fun but there's nothing like the g-forces felt on the track, never mind the testing of one's driving ability.
I have a few friends that take completely stock Porsche's to the track a couple of times a year and have a blast. No frills but a great way to enjoy the track.
For the NY/NJ Rennlisters, the soon to open Thunderbolt Raceway will be a great venue to get track experience with their Porsche's.
I have a few friends that take completely stock Porsche's to the track a couple of times a year and have a blast. No frills but a great way to enjoy the track.
For the NY/NJ Rennlisters, the soon to open Thunderbolt Raceway will be a great venue to get track experience with their Porsche's.
06-01-2008, 07:42 PM
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Straight line is certainly fun but there's nothing like the g-forces felt on the track, never mind the testing of one's driving ability.
I have a few friends that take completely stock Porsche's to the track a couple of times a year and have a blast. No frills but a great way to enjoy the track.
For the NY/NJ Rennlisters, the soon to open Thunderbolt Raceway will be a great venue to get track experience with their Porsche's.
I have a few friends that take completely stock Porsche's to the track a couple of times a year and have a blast. No frills but a great way to enjoy the track.
For the NY/NJ Rennlisters, the soon to open Thunderbolt Raceway will be a great venue to get track experience with their Porsche's.
Raj
06-03-2008, 11:51 AM
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After 2 autocrosses now I've decided that I like to launch between 4500 and 5000 rpm, with a quick release (not dropping the pedal.) Seems to have been the best compromise between bogging and wheelspin. On a drag strip with VHT I'd suspect that you wouldn't get much wheelspin if you cranked up the launch rpms a bit.
06-03-2008, 12:02 PM
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06-03-2008, 12:04 PM
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I like the 968 a lot, I am just concerned with its lack of power and if I could live with that level of power. I would imagine that a good header,exhaust, chip, and intake could help a bit.
I would think as a daily driver it would make a nice car, and allow for a second car to be the "fast" car. I am not a drag racer, but I do want a certain level of performance.
A 968 Turbo would be the ultimate IMO.
FYI STi often run 13.0-13.3 in the 1/4 stock. My Subaru had a few minor mods, still running stock turbo and fuel system.
I would think as a daily driver it would make a nice car, and allow for a second car to be the "fast" car. I am not a drag racer, but I do want a certain level of performance.
A 968 Turbo would be the ultimate IMO.
FYI STi often run 13.0-13.3 in the 1/4 stock. My Subaru had a few minor mods, still running stock turbo and fuel system.
Raj
06-03-2008, 04:54 PM
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Wow, that is slower than a new camry...
I am currently looking at a new car, and on that list is the following...
MR2 turbo
951
968
Miata
S2000
The 951 being the best bang for the buck of the bunch. I like something about the 968, but if they are this slow that makes me quite concerned. My Subaru (which was just totaled) ran mid 13's and I would consider that less than stellar performance.
I like the look, and the 3.0L motor, but the lack of a Turbo is a huge drawback IMO...
This bums me out a bit.
I am currently looking at a new car, and on that list is the following...
MR2 turbo
951
968
Miata
S2000
The 951 being the best bang for the buck of the bunch. I like something about the 968, but if they are this slow that makes me quite concerned. My Subaru (which was just totaled) ran mid 13's and I would consider that less than stellar performance.
I like the look, and the 3.0L motor, but the lack of a Turbo is a huge drawback IMO...
This bums me out a bit.
06-03-2008, 05:14 PM
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Wow, that is slower than a new camry...
I am currently looking at a new car, and on that list is the following...
MR2 turbo
951
968
Miata
S2000
The 951 being the best bang for the buck of the bunch. I like something about the 968, but if they are this slow that makes me quite concerned. My Subaru (which was just totaled) ran mid 13's and I would consider that less than stellar performance.
I like the look, and the 3.0L motor, but the lack of a Turbo is a huge drawback IMO...
This bums me out a bit.
I am currently looking at a new car, and on that list is the following...
MR2 turbo
951
968
Miata
S2000
The 951 being the best bang for the buck of the bunch. I like something about the 968, but if they are this slow that makes me quite concerned. My Subaru (which was just totaled) ran mid 13's and I would consider that less than stellar performance.
I like the look, and the 3.0L motor, but the lack of a Turbo is a huge drawback IMO...
This bums me out a bit.
If you are a drag racer, you may as well stop reading this or the 951 forums now. These cars are NOT designed for that.
06-03-2008, 05:59 PM
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06-06-2008, 02:06 PM
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06-06-2008, 04:43 PM
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQNbX4G3d40
Raj - you should take the turbo next time (and still tell them its stock).