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Re: front drive dragging Thu, 05 May 2005 10:45 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
It sounds like you need practice at throttle control.
I don't know if it's quicker but try different techniques instead of the clutch dump from 3000rpm.
Put your car in gear, hand brake up. Hold the revs up to I don't know... say 1500 - 2000 RPM. Slowly release the clutch and feel the friction point where the car wants to move but the hand brake holds it. When you launch drop the hand brake, gradually release the clutch while you gradually increase the throttle. Gradually ie in ratio, not just flooring or dumping anything.
It should feel like being launched from a slingshot but alas, different engines have different characteristics and this might not be the technique for you.
This would reduce the life of your clutch substancially but what you decide to do to your car is your business.

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