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Controlled Launches and Traction Assessment

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Paddle Shifted Turbo 400 Street Driving: Twin Turbo 5.0 Mustang

What happens here

Perform several controlled acceleration runs from a standstill (referred to as 'doing some bumping') to test the car's launch capabilities and immediate traction. Observe how the 315/60/17 drag radial tires handle the significant power. Repeat this process multiple times at different locations (e.g., at red lights) to gather consistent data on traction and the effectiveness of the Turbo 400 transmission and paddle shifters during hard acceleration. Note that even with large tires, the car experiences significant wheel spin.

Goal: Evaluate the car's launch performance and traction from a standstill.

Tools and materials

  • 2019 Ford Mustang Ford — The primary vehicle for testing
  • Drag Radial Tires Weld Racing — Maximizing rear-wheel traction during acceleration
  • Paddle Shifters — For manual gear selection
  • Turbo 400 Transmission — Custom automatic transmission with manual shifting capability