vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Hey guys and girls, Im doing the 1/4 mile sprint tomorrow in my old vr6, i have never done it before in my life, can anyone give me any tips advice as the best way to do this and best way to drive ther car ect, revs at starting and best time to change gears eg 4.5k revs ect ect...??? any advice would be great as i have a few people who wanna race me and i have never done this before and relly dont wanna be stuffing it up.....lol Also what sort of time should i be expecting to get in my vr6, its standard apart from the ram-air which im taking with me, as im going to run it with the standard box on and the ram air.....Look forward to reading your replys Paula Link to post Share on other sites
mina 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Hi PaulaHere's some info on a previous post!!http://www.vr6golf.co.uk/forum_viewtopic.php?2.10730You might have to copy and paste the whole link into your address bar as it won't work when I've tried to click on it in the preview.CheersMina Link to post Share on other sites
28v6r 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Well....once you've powdered yer nose, adjusted the hair in the "vanity" mirror (rear view), text a few of yer pals ...I'd say about 20mins! !amazed and by that time everybody will have pissed off to the pub! Only kidding, just taking the piss! Where ya been anyway, 's been awfy quiet...nae guid banter to follow up on.... Best of luck on the quarter mile though, just be aware that it could shorten the life of your clutch dramatically not to mention the box How many vehicles have you, and how many are VR's?? Link to post Share on other sites
Guest couzens Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 oh god, please mate don't get me started defending Paula; don't want another argument with Ollie! lol. Paula, from my limited experience (as no doubt acf will correct me) hold first gear at about 4.5 rpm on the line and as you go let the clutch out slowly so as not to stall. Also keep wheel spin to a minimum as this will just loose time, then floor the gas.yeah, change at 4.5/5 rpm as according to my rr output at Stealth, my and I'm sure most other standard VR's were hitting max torque at that output = therefore why go any higher.Once in 4th, perhaps leave it a bit longer = 5.5rpm as this is a good gear before changing to 5th.Watch where your going, listen to the engine and just GLANCE at the rev counter when changing.That's how I would do it but I'm sure expert acf will correct me LOL. Want some support = where you doing it as I could come alongSimon Link to post Share on other sites
vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Well....once you've powdered yer nose' date=' adjusted the hair in the "vanity" mirror (rear view), text a few of yer pals ...I'd say about 20mins! !amazed and by that time everybody will have pissed off to the pub! Only kidding, just taking the piss! Where ya been anyway, 's been awfy quiet...nae guid banter to follow up on.... Best of luck on the quarter mile though, just be aware that it could shorten the life of your clutch dramatically not to mention the box How many vehicles have you, and how many are VR's??[/quote']LMAO....nah im not a typical woman who has to take make-up with them or checks her hair in the mirror or puts on lipstick in the mirror, more like go down the pub.... I have been a busy girl, did the mod nationals and the redline rumble last weekend , and i will be in redline as i did the wet t-shirt comp.... I only have 2 dubs, my vr6 and a 1.8gti golf mk1 cabby which is garaged.....cant wait to do the pod now.... Link to post Share on other sites
vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 oh god' date=' please mate don't get me started defending Paula; don't want another argument with Ollie! lol. Paula, from my limited experience (as no doubt acf will correct me) hold first gear at about 4.5 rpm on the line and as you go let the clutch out slowly so as not to stall. Also keep wheel spin to a minimum as this will just loose time, then floor the gas.yeah, change at 4.5/5 rpm as according to my rr output at Stealth, my and I'm sure most other standard VR's were hitting max torque at that output = therefore why go any higher.Once in 4th, perhaps leave it a bit longer = 5.5rpm as this is a good gear before changing to 5th.Watch where your going, listen to the engine and just GLANCE at the rev counter when changing.That's how I would do it but I'm sure expert acf will correct me LOL. Want some support = where you doing it as I could come alongSimon[/quote']PMSL- at that 1st comment....lol Thanks for that bit of advice, i will try that , really dont wanna make a tit out of myself, by messing it up but hey i guess i have to start somewhere a.....will try everything you said... Im going to santa pod with a couple of locals from where l live,theres a skyline, a vr6 vento,astra turbo, and a few others coming up so i have some hard races to do, going to race the skline first as i wont be expected to beat that so i wont feel such a loser.. :? ..lol and give me a chance to get the hang of it...lolSo you going then if so let me know and say hi.... Link to post Share on other sites
blackburnvr6 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 just to hijack this one havin put my shrick an cams with a remap my max torque is at 3710 rpm so is that best time for gear changes if i was doing a sprint Link to post Share on other sites
Pittuf 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 [quote name=vwmadgirlI have been a busy girl' date=' did the mod nationals and the redline rumble last weekend , and i will be in redline as i did the wet t-shirt comp.... Christ Paula, when the guys read this, this threads gonna go mental Link to post Share on other sites
vdubgirl 3 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Hey I can't give you any tips paula as i've never done a 1/4 mile sprint but you go girl show them lads how its done ;-) Link to post Share on other sites
vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 I have been a busy girl' date=' did the mod nationals and the redline rumble last weekend , and i will be in redline as i did the wet t-shirt comp.... [/quote']Christ Paula' date=' when the guys read this, this threads gonna go mental [/quote']lmao..... and i would have won it if the thing hadnt been fixed, 1,2,3 went to funnily enouth the girls that worked for redline....(so they didnt have to pay out the prize money ) i came joint 3rd...so had it not been fixed then i would have won....dont forget to buy your copy next month !amazed lolHey I can't give you any tips paula as i've never done a 1/4 mile sprint but you go girl show them lads how its done ;-) Thanks claire i will do my best dont you worry..... Going to get some pics and maybe a video so will post it up for you to watch.... 8o) [ Edited Sat May 22 2004' date= 10:45PM ] Link to post Share on other sites
Pittuf 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 lmao..... and i would have won it if the thing hadnt been fixed' date=' 1,2,3 went to funnily enouth the girls that worked for redline....(so they didnt have to pay out the prize money ) i came joint 3rd...so had it not been fixed then i would have won....dont forget to buy your copy next month !amazed lol[/quote']I've pitched my tent outside our local newsagents already Link to post Share on other sites
Guest couzens Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 OK Paula PMing u now! Link to post Share on other sites
28v6r 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Errrrrmmm..."Yo! where's the photos Dude!... hi 5" in his best Todd voice again Honestly, Paula I hope you do well, is there any one can video it for you? The run that is ....Be very careful though of popping the clutch, My mate shattered the Clutch on his 20v Ur Quattro Turbo at Crail 1/4 mile , the car puts out 500bhp so you can see the harm it will cause But go for it Babe, Show them whos the Daddy!!! !amazed For those who think I'm sexist, I'm not ... in fact more of admiration for Paula, as it wouldn't be me!! So yes, I 'm the chicken when it comes to my VR x) An interesting Story though.......Do any of you remember the 80's when Audi were winning everything with the short wheelbase Quattro and the Drivers Rohl, Mikkola and of course Michelle Mouton???Years Later a club I ran was invited to Goodwood Festival of Speed, It was the aniversary of the Quattro, all the drivers were there Biela, Bintcliffe, Rohl, Mikkola etc. Quattro Qwners Club were there.There was the chance to impress on the Hill climb and one of the Quattro owners put his car on the line.... and set the SLOWEST time!! Over strides Mouton and demands that he gives her the keys!! Willingly he does so....AND SHE SET THE FASTEST PACE ON THE DAY WITH A STOCK QUATTRO!! Imagine the guys embarassment !amazed So go Girlie, you show'em!! 8o) Link to post Share on other sites
eViL 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 I wouldn't worry too much about 4th and 5th on a quarter mile run. You should be just coming into peak power in 3rd as you go over the line..While the start is important.. my best runs are always when I take less care over wheel spin and really plant the throttle. I always find being right on the bite with a little throttle is best before you start. You'd be VERY unlucky to stall when you release the clutch because the idle valve will give it a little gas. As soon as you feel the car edge forward progressively but swiftly get the throttle down to the floor. When changing gear, stamp the clutch into the ground, gear in, straight off the clutch and plant the throttle.Harsh on the car.. but there's no point in running the quarter unless you want a time to brag about is there? Link to post Share on other sites
Guest couzens Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Well there you are Paula, someone has spoken with far more knowledge than myself lol! At the end of the day have FUN!!! Link to post Share on other sites
eViL 0 Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 I didn't say that.. Link to post Share on other sites
vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 Thanks guys for the words of wisdom.... :-)Yes my mate is going to video it for me i think and i will try get some pics to to upload for ya later....lets just hope i get a good time, will try my best and just aslong as i finsh and i can drive my car home i will be a happy bunny ..... !!! ;-) Link to post Share on other sites
Eat this 2 Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 i always thought change gear at 6k rpm (i do if im racin anythin lol) 4k doesnt feel as quick but acf will know more im guessin around 7 secs to 60 iv got no idea about quarter mile though standard wheels will help accelaration (i still cant spell hehe) cuz of shorter rollling radius just hav fun Link to post Share on other sites
six appeal 53 Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 I've been to the pod a few times and usually find that holding the car on the handbrake and the revs on approx. 4,000rpm, with clutch just on the biting point gives me a good start with very minimal wheelspin. The thing I have found you have to be careful with is not getting too much wheelspin on the change up from 1st to 2nd, so try and be a little gentle with it rather than trying to force it. Forget about 4th and 5th , cos if you need them your doing something drastically wrong.This was with 17's with 215's on though, so you may have to be a liitle bit more careful with the wheelspin on standard 15's on 205's.The main thing is to have fun and NOT destroy your car! Hope you have a good one Paula, look forward to the vids and the pics. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest couzens Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 Well I've just got back from The Pod and Paula did a ........... well I have better let her tell u what times Link to post Share on other sites
Pittuf 0 Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 Don't tell me this was the girl you are talking about in the chat section? :-( Link to post Share on other sites
Guest couzens Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 No, no her car didn't break, I was just being a slave for the day! Link to post Share on other sites
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vwmadgirl 0 Posted May 24, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Ok i had a wicked wicked time at the pod and loved doing the sprint wanted to just keep going all day but the ques where a nightmare having it wait well over a hour between each one... the weather was nice aswell so was a perfect day for it, i took all your advice and got good starts all the time just alittle bit of wheel spin not 2 much which was good...My vr6 is standard apart from the ram-air which i did 2 runs with it on and 2 with th standard air box on, u can see the results below....was nice to meet simon(couzens) who took the pics for me and pused my car up the que for me..... nice one for that m8.....Ok heres the results.....Run 1Honda CRX......................My VR6+.642-------Reaction--------+.6962.563----------60ft----------2.4769.943---------1/8 ET -------10.17272.69---------1/8 mph------70.2015.169--------1/4 ET--------15.72194.14---------1/4 MPH------88.41 (ran with ram-air on)Run 2Honda Civic-----------------My VR6+.809-------Reaction--------+.137 ------ (how quick, see i was over excited there.!!)2.471----------60ft----------2.8639.879---------1/8 ET -------10.38074.62---------1/8 mph------72.6915.134--------1/4 ET--------15.74892.40---------1/4 MPH------91.10 (ran with ram-air on)Run 3Fiesta V8 --------------------My VR6 (Fiesta with rover V8 engine in)+.759-------Reaction--------+.6052.300----------60ft-----------2.4599.190---------1/8 ET -------10.03885.04---------1/8 mph------68.9213.738--------1/4 ET--------15.654109.47---------1/4 MPH------87.56 (ran with standard filter)Run 4Astra 16v GTE---------------My VR6+.757-------Reaction--------+.4.682.608----------60ft-----------2.49310.603---------1/8 ET -------10.23168.07---------1/8 mph-------71.1716.134--------1/4 ET--------15.65489.81---------1/4 MPH-------90.95 (ran with standard filter)Heres a few pics....... (couzens knackard after pushing my car up the que.....lol)So as you see i got two 15.7 with the ram-air on and two 15.6 with the standard box on..... Whats those times like...are they any good for a standard VR6?? And now i want some engine mods...... 8o) what would you say should be my first port of call as its standard threw and threw now.......what should i do that will give me more power....im hooked...lmao I will be going again when i have done something to it, and i think we should get a few us off here to the pod for a right good day what u recon, anyone up 4 it??? Link to post Share on other sites
Mangold 0 Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Hey Paula, nice to hear you had a good one! I would say your times were pretty good! If I remember correctly my best time last time I was there was 15.6. Well done Link to post Share on other sites
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