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04-05-2005, 10:59 PM
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How to launch AWD?
I have a question. How are you supposed to launch an AWD without ruining the transmission? Is that even possible? I know that with AWD you can't spin the tires, and when you have a lot of power you generally have a clutch that doesn't slip, so the transmission is the one that's taking the abuse? Is there any way to avoid this damage? Educate me.
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04-05-2005, 11:19 PM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
well I guess it depends on the car, but i know on the 3000GT vr-4's you can do a few 6,000 RPM launchs, but only like 3 or 4 b4 your clutch gets majorly f'd up, I dunno I guess just launch it at like 4,000??? sorry I couldn't be of much help...
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04-05-2005, 11:47 PM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
Hardes I've launched is 4000 but my boost is being hampred by spark blow out so it dosent feel like much of a launch.
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04-05-2005, 11:56 PM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
Well what I have come to do after 2 years is line up, rev it up between 3 and 4k, let the clutch out just enough the point before it starts moving...so it is almost 'preloaded'. Obviously it isn't really preloaded, but it's the closest you can get, then slip the clutch out fast. It gets you outta the hole damn quick, and doesn't put the full stress on the transfer case. I've tried all kinds of launching, and while 5k dumps feel like a rocket ship taking off, they aren't necessarily the fastest, and they do put TONS of stress on your drivetrain. So I'd rather slip the clutch, and let that wear out rather than destroying more expensive stuff.
Everyone thinks AWD is the easiest to launch...and they are right in a sense...it is the easiest to get out of the hole the quickest. But it still requires practice, just like any other car to get your launches good. Even dumping the clutch I bogged my first few times...just practice. It's the best way to learn.
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04-06-2005, 12:08 AM
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Igovert500 is right, it takes practice, depending on how quick you learn, how much. But they do build a clutch just for this purpose. I'll try and fine it and post the maker. Myself I use a built IPT automatic with a 9 1/2" billet TQ.
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04-06-2005, 12:33 AM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
The only way I see how it's possible is to slip the clutch. If you don't you'll ruin the drivetrain.
And yes, racing clutches are pretty much on/off which makes them difficult to slip, but most ppl with AWD, who are smart enough, will strengthen the drivetrain before adding such a modification. IMO, if you have lots of power: better to have a weak clutch and get that chewed up than to have a weak gearbox with a strong clutch and get the gearbox screwed up.
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04-06-2005, 01:11 AM
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I said I'd find this. I asked some racing buddies about this clutch and it's pricy but you can slip it all day and it just works better. Hope this helps
http://www.turboclutch.com/ccarbon.html
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04-06-2005, 01:41 AM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
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 3 grand for a clutch? You gotta be into some serious shit before you shell out that much for a clutch.
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04-06-2005, 01:45 AM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
Yeah and that "serious shit" is called cocaine...
Damn! 3 grand!
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04-06-2005, 02:47 AM
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well that link did not work for me but looking at that link name it seems they use carbon carbon for the clutch which would explain the price.
In case you are not familiar with that material it is the black stuff you see on the space shuttle's nose and wing edges where the friction is at max and normal ceramic tiles are not enough.
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04-06-2005, 03:36 AM
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Re: How to launch AWD?
Prices like that make my nuts hurt.
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04-06-2005, 04:15 AM
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Re: Re: How to launch AWD?
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Now if you were to get a Yugo like me, then your nuts wouldn't hurt.
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04-06-2005, 04:33 AM
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