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FWD launching noobie questions

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Alex40823

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May 30, 2021
San Jose, California
Hey guys, just wanna get some tips and tricks from more experienced people, I have a couple of questions about correctly launching a fwd setup.
I currently have a pretty much stock set up with a 14b currently running at 10psi of boost. I have a speeduino ecu on it with launch control, question is, how do I properly launch without destroying anything.
For my LC setup I currently have it at 3600 Hard rev limit and have it at 3300 soft rev limit. My launch control switch is set up on the clutch switch so anytime I press the clutch pedal and when I'm at 90% stepping on the gas pedal it activates launch control, anything below 90% tps it doesnt activate it. So it's pretty much an On and off switch above 90% when pressing the gas pedal.
I wanna know what the proper ways are of launching it, any tips and tricks will do, Thanks
 
Yes ^
I normally start slipping the clutch a split second before dropping the hand brake. With a little practice you can get a good jump. You may also find polyurethane mounts to help with power delivery/response.
 
Stiffer rear springs and lower front ride height were my corrections to wheel hop and keeping the front wheels planted. Along with proper clutch work, of course.
 
Rear tires aired up to max pressure, front tires no matter what they are to sub 20psi. Rear springs/suspension needs to be as stiff as you can possibly make it(maybe try the old hot-rod trick of squeezing in deflated/NE Patriots footballs into the springs, and then airing them up), front can be a little soft. Other than that, send it. You're on a 14B so with good tires you should be able to get an 'okay' launch on the street.
 
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