1bad420a
02-04-2004, 12:42 AM
Just thought I'd share these words of wisdom w/ you ppl that have 420a powered eclipses .
These are the 4 techniques reported.
- Dump the clutch at 4000 - 4500 rpms.
- Rev to 5500 - 6000 and slip the clutch; once rolling, dump the clutch.
- Slip clutch at 3000 - 4000
- From a complete stop, idle, floor the accelerator then dump the clutch once rpms get to 4000.
The driver reported the last method worked the best.
These are the shift points used:
1st gear: 5800
2nd gear: 7200
3rd gear: 6500 - 7200
4th gear: 7000
(when shifiting, don't let off the gas, and release the clutch FAST).
What is the best way to launch my automatic NT?
The driver reporting this technique had a Galant auto.
The same techniques should apply to an Eclipse/Talon..
- Make sure the Overdrive is off.
- Start out in Low gear.
- Power brake. This means hold down the brake pedal with left foot and give throttle to about 3000rpm.
- Launch by taking foot off brake and simultaneously flooring accelerator.
- Push the stick forward for each gear at about 6000 rpm.
The driver was able to run consistent 2.2 60's with this technique. Although the Galant has more torque, the NT Eclipse /Talon weighs less, so the results should be close.
firedevil1
These are the 4 techniques reported.
- Dump the clutch at 4000 - 4500 rpms.
- Rev to 5500 - 6000 and slip the clutch; once rolling, dump the clutch.
- Slip clutch at 3000 - 4000
- From a complete stop, idle, floor the accelerator then dump the clutch once rpms get to 4000.
The driver reported the last method worked the best.
These are the shift points used:
1st gear: 5800
2nd gear: 7200
3rd gear: 6500 - 7200
4th gear: 7000
(when shifiting, don't let off the gas, and release the clutch FAST).
What is the best way to launch my automatic NT?
The driver reporting this technique had a Galant auto.
The same techniques should apply to an Eclipse/Talon..
- Make sure the Overdrive is off.
- Start out in Low gear.
- Power brake. This means hold down the brake pedal with left foot and give throttle to about 3000rpm.
- Launch by taking foot off brake and simultaneously flooring accelerator.
- Push the stick forward for each gear at about 6000 rpm.
The driver was able to run consistent 2.2 60's with this technique. Although the Galant has more torque, the NT Eclipse /Talon weighs less, so the results should be close.
firedevil1