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Old 09-17-2009, 08:45 PM   #10
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Re: Direct Drive Automatics

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Originally Posted by manicmechanix View Post
Yeah I think if you have a big block in a very light car, under 2300-2500lbs, a Powerglide would be faster for drag racing.
A few years ago, I read that the key component for trans selection is weight.

If your drag car, with the driver and fuel on board weighs less that 3200 lbs, then a PG has the potential for turning the lowest ET.

If the car is heavier than 3200 lbs, then a 3 spd auto has greater potential than a PG, providing its built properly.
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