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racer:
making some parts choices and was wondering how many use low gear in a glide and break and how many use high gear only and foot brake it??? thanks jeff

GlennLever:
I'm currently using low gear and a brake at the line.

I need to drop .25 seconds to run an 8.5 index, might consider foot brake and high gear launch.

I have several other stratiges I'm going to try first.

I do not want to lose the trans brake as I think it adds to consistency.

Just my two cents.

FatOldGuy:
Trans gets very hot with high gear only

racer:
i would think so but there is some doing this..thanks for your input..any one else ?

AF150:
I think that you need the gear reduction to get a decent launch and good 60' times. This is about the
most important part of a run. The trans brake is insurance at the start line to keep from rolling the
lights and going red. You do not have to leave at full throttle just because you have a trans brake.
Find the best RPM for launching your car. It varies alot with power, weight, tires, converter, etc.
A 2-step is handy if your rules allow it.

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