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Old 05-06-2007, 09:33 PM
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Even if I have slicks would you guys still say go full out on suspension or will slicks get my 60 foot times down enough???
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Old 05-06-2007, 09:44 PM
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Yes you'll still need a good suspension with drag radials or slicks to optimize your 60' times.
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:07 PM
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need suspension for sure
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:08 PM
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slicks = death to stock suspension components
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I think it depends on your 60' goal.
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:09 PM
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My 60' goal is 3.8 seconds... I launch in reverse![>:]
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:11 PM
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My 60' goal is 3.8 seconds... I launch in reverse![>:]
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Okay, Thanks guys looks like I'll be buying suspension soon..
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:12 PM
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My 60' goal is 3.8 seconds... I launch in reverse![>:]
lol. How's the wheel hop in reverse?
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:23 PM
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I think you should just get slicks then see what goes first
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Old 05-06-2007, 10:40 PM
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I would plan on getting battle boxes (especially if you've got a manual transmission), before you get the sticky tires. You'll thank me later
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