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getting traction for 400 + HP

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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 10:08 PM
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getting traction for 400 + HP

what are guys doing to put high hp to the ground?
I have 9 inch wheels with 275 bridgestone potenza Re760s and they spin through 3rd.
i have the tires set to 25psi.
suspension is eibach with tokico shocks. set on 2.
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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 11:34 PM
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Try these..lol
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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 11:36 PM
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right now throttle control. this cold weather is not going to help.
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Old Dec 6, 2009 | 09:20 AM
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If the tires are old they will not hood, regardless of brand and size.
Nitto555R, BFG comp T/A are tires to look into.
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Old Dec 6, 2009 | 09:31 AM
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What turbo do you have and where are you making your torque? That plays a big role
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Old Dec 6, 2009 | 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by arghx
What turbo do you have and where are you making your torque? That plays a big role
i have an s300 and i would guess it is breaking loose at 6 grand but im not 100% sure ill check next time i drive.

my turbo is pretty laggy i dont see boost till 4k then hit full boost by 5 grand or so,
and it comes on fast
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