Years ago, a tv motoring programme investigated quick starts with admitted boy racers behind the wheel. Most regarded they had done a quick time when they were perhaps with 3 seconds of the claimed figure. And I think that is still true. I can usually equal or better the claim but I do have to lock away my mechanical sympathy, so as a rule, only ever done on track.
If you really want to find out what your car will do, I am happy to wring its neck for you. But you really won't like it as there will be some serious wear and tear on the clutch and tyres with a far bit of strain imposed on any transmission bits. I'd imagine CerealSurfer could also make you that offer.
Technique for a 4/4 with the last engine I fitted to Woodstock. Engage first gear and clean rear wheels with a bit of spin. Wind engine up to 4000 rpm and slip clutch a very small amount to take all slack out of the transmissionvv. Sidestep the clutch pedal and keep revs at 4000 until tyres stop spinning and then up to just over 6000 rpm before you engage second gear.
Last edited by Martyn Culling; 21/11/14 11:37 AM.
