Drag Race Start on 2009 WRX?

lundgren · 03-17-2010, 09:46 PM

So I'm curious how this clutch and tranny will hold up.

What is the proper way to drag race start (either drag race or SCCA Pro Solo style) starts on this car (2009 WRX). I'm thinking its a redline clutch slip/drop, but with AWD that sounds a bit scary, especially on slicks.

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wrxtremeWGN · 03-18-2010, 02:57 AM

you have such a low member # and you seriously dont know the answer the this question? heres a hint of advice, never launch @ redline if you value your driveline... start @ around 4k and up the rpms until you dont bog.

Symmetrical · 03-18-2010, 03:28 AM

Wait... First, what do you need slicks for?

wrxtremeWGN · 03-18-2010, 03:29 AM

im assuming he meant to say r-comps for auto-x, which in essence are "slicks"

KC · 03-18-2010, 07:00 AM

Check the autox forum for launch technique for ProSolos.

--kC

sureshot007 · 03-18-2010, 09:41 AM

I have my launch control set to 5500 rpms on my 02 with 275 rcomps. Works pretty well for me.

lundgren · 03-18-2010, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrxtremeWGN

you have such a low member # and you seriously dont know the answer the this question? heres a hint of advice, never launch @ redline if you value your driveline... start @ around 4k and up the rpms until you dont bog.

Unfortunately I've not owned my 2009 WRX since 2000, so my low member number doesn't give me the practical experience I was looking for with regards to the particulars of the 2008-09 WRX, and neither did your reply.

lundgren · 03-18-2010, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrxtremeWGN

im assuming he meant to say r-comps for auto-x, which in essence are "slicks"

Correct.

Symmetrical · 03-18-2010, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrxtremeWGN

im assuming he meant to say r-comps for auto-x, which in essence are "slicks"

Ah I C. Well, to the OP. Don't do REDLINE clutch slip. I honestly don't see why launching a '09 would be much different than any other years. Personally I would try 5k and clutch slip.

wrxsomeday · 03-18-2010, 11:40 PM

from what's i've read, and it works well for me (although I've never drag raced...)

rev to 3k-4k while holding your clutch right below the catch point, let out the clutch in a quick/smooth motion, while pressing the throttle to the floor at the same time...

do some more research on proper launching and you should find some similar results! Simply revving it high and letting the clutch slip causes excess wear on the clutch!

wrxtremeWGN · 03-19-2010, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrxtremeWGN

you have such a low member # and you seriously dont know the answer the this question? heres a hint of advice, never launch @ redline if you value your driveline... start @ around 4k and up the rpms until you dont bog.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lundgren

Unfortunately I've not owned my 2009 WRX since 2000, so my low member number doesn't give me the practical experience I was looking for with regards to the particulars of the 2008-09 WRX, and neither did your reply.

wtf are you talking about crankyass? the 08-09 trannys are no different from previous year 5speeds. read the highlighted txt above, seems pretty helpful to me. now i hope you redline and dump the clutch and break your new car

03-17-2010, 09:46 PM	#1
lundgren Scooby Newbie Member#: 1399 Join Date: May 2000 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Pleasant View, UT Vehicle: 2009 WRX Silver	Drag Race Start on 2009 WRX? So I'm curious how this clutch and tranny will hold up. What is the proper way to drag race start (either drag race or SCCA Pro Solo style) starts on this car (2009 WRX). I'm thinking its a redline clutch slip/drop, but with AWD that sounds a bit scary, especially on slicks. Feedback? * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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03-18-2010, 02:57 AM	#2
wrxtremeWGN Scooby Specialist Member#: 12281 Join Date: Nov 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Stony Brook, NY Vehicle: 08 FSXT Tiger's Blood	you have such a low member # and you seriously dont know the answer the this question? heres a hint of advice, never launch @ redline if you value your driveline... start @ around 4k and up the rpms until you dont bog.

03-18-2010, 03:28 AM	#3
Symmetrical Scooby Newbie Member#: 174613 Join Date: Mar 2008 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: Tracy Vehicle: 2006 VF34'd WRX TR 12.67@106.32mph	Wait... First, what do you need slicks for?

03-18-2010, 03:29 AM	#4
wrxtremeWGN Scooby Specialist Member#: 12281 Join Date: Nov 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Stony Brook, NY Vehicle: 08 FSXT Tiger's Blood	im assuming he meant to say r-comps for auto-x, which in essence are "slicks"

03-18-2010, 07:00 AM	#5
KC Scooby Guru Member#: 442 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: SE Mass/RI Vehicle: 2013 Crosstrek XV 00 Honda S2000	Check the autox forum for launch technique for ProSolos. --kC

03-18-2010, 09:41 AM	#6
sureshot007 Scooby Specialist Member#: 142405 Join Date: Mar 2007 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Buffalo, NY Vehicle: #716 G5 Cherokee nyscoob.com	I have my launch control set to 5500 rpms on my 02 with 275 rcomps. Works pretty well for me.

03-18-2010, 11:40 PM	#10
wrxsomeday Scooby Specialist Member#: 141991 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Minneapolis, MN Vehicle: 08 STi AW 06 Saabaru 2.5i	from what's i've read, and it works well for me (although I've never drag raced...) rev to 3k-4k while holding your clutch right below the catch point, let out the clutch in a quick/smooth motion, while pressing the throttle to the floor at the same time... do some more research on proper launching and you should find some similar results! Simply revving it high and letting the clutch slip causes excess wear on the clutch!