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Old 11-12-2015, 01:21 PM   #6
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Default Re: Finish line driving techniques

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I have raced a car that would be chased 9 out of 10 runs with some success. Try setting up for a 10.88-10.87 and start getting used to scrubbing off E.T. Do it in time trials every run. Know in eliminations that you will be on the brakes. It's a critical skill to develop if you ever want to win regularly. Also, I highly suggest putting a data recorder on your car. Consistency is crucial, and the top guys usually have the most consistent race cars.
This is great advice. Knowing you are going to lift, but having to judge how much is a lot easier than deciding whether to lift or not.

Yes, you will screw it up. My saying is, if you don't give it back once in awhile then you aren't making it tight enough! Same philosophy as having the occasional red light; it is going to happen if you are being aggressive enough to win.

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