4.6L General Discussion This section is for non-tech specific information pertaining to 4.6L (Modular) Mustangs built from 1996 to 2004.

Car ok for Strip?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 08:42 AM
  #1  
joeybutts's Avatar
joeybutts
Thread Starter
4th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,676
From: VA
Default Car ok for Strip?

Hey guys! Tonight is going to be my first time at the strip, and i just want to be sure my car will hold up. This is what i have for mods

Bassani full exhaust (H,M,C)
3.73
Nitto 555R's
85mm MAF CAI
Dynotune


I only listed the things that give power and are in the motor/drivetrain. Will my stock clutch and rear end be ok with this?Also, feel free to offer any tips or suggestions! I got butterflies.....
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 08:49 AM
  #2  
01GT4.6's Avatar
01GT4.6
6th Gear Member
 
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 5,726
From: Slidell, Louisiana
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

you should be okay, just keep in mind that any time you race your car something unexpected can happen
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 09:21 AM
  #3  
uberstang1's Avatar
uberstang1
Chupacabra
 
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 9,621
From: wilkes-barre PA
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

If your car has no idications of problems or damage you should be fine, if the car is leaking any type of fluid i would avoid the strip, thats a sure fire way to **** some people off.
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 09:52 AM
  #4  
Dan04COBRA's Avatar
Dan04COBRA
6th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 14,917
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

Have some cash for a flatbed and don't worry about it!

You are asking for the impossible. Your battery could die, or your car could spontaneously combust. You can't predict or lower your chances of a failure in any way.

Like I said, have some cash for a flatbed to get her home.
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 10:10 AM
  #5  
joeybutts's Avatar
joeybutts
Thread Starter
4th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,676
From: VA
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

Alright, thanks guys! Sorry for posting in the wrong section!
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 11:41 AM
  #6  
Sxynerd's Avatar
Sxynerd
6th Gear Member
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 11,786
From: Virginia
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

Just don't use DR at a 5grand launch...
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 11:50 AM
  #7  
joeybutts's Avatar
joeybutts
Thread Starter
4th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,676
From: VA
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

really? So i shouldn't try to warm them up before hand?
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 11:56 AM
  #8  
2000GT4.6's Avatar
2000GT4.6
6th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 12,575
From: United States
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

Almost zero chance you can brake something with the nittos. They will either smoke off or bog, it shouldn't tear up the rearend unless you have a pre existing condition.

Even with 420 WHP and full suspension I can't brake the rear with just the nittos on.
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 02:26 PM
  #9  
Razorsedgepit06's Avatar
Razorsedgepit06
1st Gear Member
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 140
From:
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

You should be fine, Just be sure to heat up those nittos and they'll stick. Good luck and keep us posted.
Old Nov 5, 2007 | 08:53 AM
  #10  
joeybutts's Avatar
joeybutts
Thread Starter
4th Gear Member
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,676
From: VA
Default RE: Car ok for Strip?

Well. No Go. Damn tropical storm cancelled it, so it looks like i am going to have to wait for the spring to run again. Damn it. Thanks for your support guys.



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:40 PM.