MaxSE98

when racing/ dragging after your launch do u ever have problems unloading the tires (losing traction) when your moving???? after i got my jwt stage two from cattman(awesome clutch!) i was able to chirp 3rd alot of the time and i would always unload into 2nd. unfortunately i managed the blow the **** out of my tranny so i cant even get out of my driveway. but anyways , are there traction problems with 5spd maximas after u get movin ?? thanks
-pete

MardiGrasMax

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Not with a 100shot.

MaxSE98

alright cool , were you the one that swapped out your tranny with a vlsd one?, if so do u still have your old one ? i need a tranny. let me know
-pete

Canuck

How important is the window switch?

MaxSE98

huh

dmbmaxima2k2

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i'm not a 5-spd but i can tell you i have a huge problem running my 100shot and losing traction. like as soon as i turned it on, through the shift into second and then a little into second. i'm looking for some drag tires right now.

BriGuyMax

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I only have a 50 shot and if I floor it in second, when it hits the window (3400 rpms) SOMETIMES....it will break the tires loose for a sec...and then grip. In first, when the NOS kicks on at 3400 if I already have traction..it will break them loose all the way through first..and then I get a mad rip into second with my ACT clutch.

MaxSE98

do you get wheel hop into second? i get it really bad

dmbmaxima2k2

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about the window switch, don't you have to send it out to MSD to get is modified for our cars or something. i thought i heard that. how much is it anyway and what's involved in the install.

Synki

Well i am running a 50 shot in a auto w/ vb mod. I dont have any traction problems. It likes to scratch into 2nd if i spray through but i ahve a window switch set @ 6k rpms.

I have the MSD as well as 1MAX2NV. It cost about $30 to mod it. The unit itself is only $75-80. I got mine modded for free. (Long story).

chris j vurnis

If you have traction problems going into 2nd gear and 3rd gear, you are too aggressive with your clutch engagement on the upshifts...

Apart from the launch, a decent set of tires should control any wheel spin running up through first gear. You should not need "drag" tires.

And besides, where are you transferring those mechanical stresses once you install "drag tires" and "heavy duty" clutches?


My roommate has a new VW Passat 1.8Liter turbo. Even if I launch it gently and gradually increase to half throttle once the revs climb, the tires will start spinning even on dry road -- he has some really weak Michelen "long life comfort crusier low grip" tires as OEM.

CoOlKidS1979

When I get my nitrous setup, if I run into traction problems I wanted to run a progressive nitrous control, I dont think Ive seen anyone running one on a Max yet.

Sonic

I believe there is a reliablilty issue with the nitrous solenoids in the Zex kit.

mzmtg

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The Venom setup is fully programmable via PC. Yet it's also major $$. But it would be very cool.

CoOlKidS1979

Actually I was talking about the NOS progressive controllers.

BriGuyMax

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I USED to get mad wheel hop......but not since I got the place racing engine mounts.....

dmbmaxima2k2

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instead of getting a progressive controller i'd rather just get drag radials.

Canuck

Where is the best place to buy a window swithch, and where do I go to get it modified?

Thanks

dmbmaxima2k2

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ditto

Synki

You can get the window switch either from www.jegs.com or www.summitracing.com

There are 2 ways, either go for the $175 NOS window switch or go for teh $75 MSD window switch.

The MSD will have to be sent to MSD Electronics in El Paso, TX for 1 cylinder app modification. THe mod costs about $30-35. Im not sure b/c they modded mine for free due to a mix up. As of what i know, only me and Tony aka 1MAX2NV use the MSD. sx7r (Thomas) uses teh NOS switch, Mardi (Matt) uses a custom built one.

MaxSE98

so your saying i should burn the clutch and that my tires suck ? if granny launch and give it full throttle once i start moving ill light up my yoko's i did alot of research before buying these treads and decided that an 8.3 inch tread width tire on a 6.5 inch rim would be awesome. they grip awesome in the wet and especially on wet corners. i really am starting to think that im driving too aggrivesly
-pete

BriGuyMax

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I have the MSD switch and I love it. 35 bucks to modify it.

Canuck

What about the Mallory Window Switch? Does anyone know if it works, or if it has to be modified. Here is the link
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...412&prmenbr=76

dmbmaxima2k2

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i'm gonna guess that it has to be modified because the MSD one has to be modified for 1cyclinder applications because of the way out ignition works. if it doesn't though, that's a sweet deal, 84 bucks for a window switch. order me one.

MaxSE98

hey briguy, how do u keep the front end of your car soo clean ???

dmbmaxima2k2

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yes, good point. that is nice. how do you do it.

Canuck

I e-mailed Mallory, now we just have to wait and see.

Synki

I looked into the Mallory as well. I was told it wouldnt work. Talk to Tony aka 1MAX2NV. He can explain this or at least have some kind of answer.

bullseye

I have polyurethane engine mounts, a JWT Stage II Clutch, and a Cattman/Quaife ATB Differential ordered, all of which will ship soon. I'll have my NOS 70-shot kit installed with them. I don't think I'll be slipping much, but as far as my tranny is concerned, my fingers are crossed. (Your prayers are welcome!)

I appreciate the info on the MSD window switch. Do any of y'all recommend a lightweight aluminum flywheel with this set-up? Please advise. Thank you.

bullseye

I have polyurethane engine mounts, a JWT Stage II Clutch, and a Cattman/Quaife ATB Differential ordered, all of which will ship soon. I'll have my NOS 70-shot kit installed with them. I don't think I'll be slipping much, but as far as my tranny is concerned, my fingers are crossed. (Your prayers are welcome!)

I appreciate the info on the MSD window switch. Do any of y'all recommend a lightweight aluminum flywheel with this set-up? Please advise. Thank you.