[Shotimes] drag racing advice

[Leigh Smith]

Thanks Mike, That's a good reference point.
I was thinking a standard quick-shift kit would help prolong the trans
life - usually does.
Any opinions?
Any idea what typically dies in an ATX in this car?
I thought they had a known "weak link" from the factory, at least in the
first year cars.

Lee
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Co-op User" <cop@schramminc.com>
To: "SHOTIMES" <shotimes@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, June 27, 2006 4:16 PM
Subject: RE: [Shotimes] drag racing advice


> I ran a best of 14.851 at 94.33mph.  That was a full weight car with
> bolt-ons just short of cams.
>
> If the starting point is a good trans, the car will last a while if you
> stay away from the burnout box.  Drag slicks or radials may be tough on
> the tranny though.
>
> A stock stripped atx should run a low 14.
> Run straight pipes and open up the intake.  That should net a few hp.
> Stiffening the suspension and frame would help traction.  A TwEECer or
> LPM should be considered mandatory.  Maybe you could install a roll bar
> with frame stiffeners and cut the roof off for a creative exercise.
>
> Mike
>
>
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> [mailto:shotimes-admin@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Leigh Smith
> Sent: Tuesday, June 27, 2006 4:01 PM
> To: SHOTIMES
> Subject: [Shotimes] drag racing advice
>
> Anyone drag race a V-6 ATX that could offer some advice?
> I may wind up helping the local high school auto shop convert their 95
> ATX SHO
> to strip duty.
> How much abuse can the ATX take?
> What are the suggested mods?
> Anyone have some ATX E.T.s to share?
> Lee
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