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Old 09-17-2005, 01:03 AM   #1
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Question How do I race?

I know its a stupid question to ask. Fact is I just recently got into cars and became what some would call obsessed. I have a 1996 Prelude h23. And my first day racing at the tracks will be a week from now, so im tryin to soak up all the racing tips i need for better et's. PLEASE HELP
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Old 09-17-2005, 04:29 AM   #2
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Learn how to launch correctly. Don't simply rev up and dump the clutch. Feathering will net you better results.
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Old 09-17-2005, 07:57 AM   #3
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Re: How do I race?

Yep, try not to spin the tires too much. Also, focus on your reaction time, DONT do a burnout before, bunrouts make street tires less grippy. Other than that, dont blow a shift and you should be fine.
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Old 09-17-2005, 08:49 AM   #4
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Something you should invest in...

PSPEC Short Throw Shifter
http://www.pspectuning.com
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Old 09-17-2005, 12:41 PM   #5
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Re: How do I race?

Feathering?
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Old 09-17-2005, 12:44 PM   #6
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yeah like balancing the clutch and gas to acheive a good balance of grip and power.
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be curtious, dont stage till the next guy is pre stages, etc, i think theres a writeup on this in another forum, or maybe this one.
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Re: How do I race?

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Something you should invest in...

PSPEC Short Throw Shifter
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Yeah, if the guy would decide to release his 92-96 kit already. You have no idea how long this guy is taking to release it. I've been talking to him for 2 years now and it still isn't out. If you have a 4th gen, you should just go forbidden motorsports instead.
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Old 09-17-2005, 01:31 PM   #9
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Re: How do I race?

I appreciate the help guys
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Re: How do I race?

Before hitting the track, there are 3 things that you should consider: how good your car is, how you drive strategically and how to fully know the racetrack.

Check out this website for racing newbies: RACING PREPARATIONS
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