So...anybody taken their SS 1LE to the drag strip?

SS2017 · 03-21-2017, 10:09 AM

My buddy bought one in December and went with me to the drag strip last week. DA was just okay, like around 800. I ran over a nail on the way there, so I couldn't run.

But, he made three passes. He had a M6 '16 SS before this car, he said this one was easier to launch (not sure if due to tires or eLSD, or both?). His best pass was a 12.38 @ 115.xx. He didn't use launch control, and he did use no lift shift he told me. He thinks it has another tenth in it at at least with more practice. I am trying to get him to join, but he is not "into the forum thing" he said. Just figured I pass along the info to you guys...

Anybody else hit the drag strip?

Dmaxcc6spd · 03-21-2017, 10:12 AM

I'm hoping to this fall. Don't have my 1LE yet. Biggest issue I have will be loading it on my trailer. I'm sure the nose hangs down too far and will drag when loading. I'll have to come up with something. Wife will shoot me if I try to buy a new trailer to go with the new car!

Dmaxcc6spd · 03-21-2017, 10:16 AM

I wonder if with tuning, the line lock feature could be enabled. Also wonder if the Mag Ride couple be reconfigured for drag racing - looser front valving and stiffer rear. Replace tour mode with settings for drag racing! Just a thought!

SS 1LE · 03-21-2017, 10:20 AM

I will take mine most likely, once I put more miles on it and it's the cool season down here. But that probably won't be till the "winter" next January or so. I am thinking it will be relatively easy to launch as well, especially on a sticky track. As even on the street if it's a warm day out the car hooks amazingly well...these tires and eLSD just do an amazing job of putting the power down with no drama.

mc210 · 03-21-2017, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Dmaxcc6spd

I'm hoping to this fall. Don't have my 1LE yet. Biggest issue I have will be loading it on my trailer. I'm sure the nose hangs down too far and will drag when loading. I'll have to come up with something. Wife will shoot me if I try to buy a new trailer to go with the new car!

Check out Race Ramps: https://raceramps.com/

Dmaxcc6spd · 03-21-2017, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by mc210

Check out Race Ramps: https://raceramps.com/

I was thinking of those, but they sure are expensive!!

mc210 · 03-21-2017, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Dmaxcc6spd

I was thinking of those, but they sure are expensive!!

Cheaper than a new trailer

....I *think* there are cheaper alternatives out there.

Mark114 · 03-21-2017, 12:48 PM

Laying a few 2x12 boards on the ground in front of the trailer ramps might get the nose up enough to drive the rest of the way on and off the trailer. You would want to be careful that they didn't slip out while you are driving on them.

RideZX6R · 03-21-2017, 01:44 PM

I plan to - once it dries out here.

SS2017 · 03-21-2017, 02:34 PM

Wow, nobody yet huh...maybe soon as more of these hit the streets and the weather is getting better in most of the country.

03-21-2017, 10:09 AM	#1
SS2017 Drives: 2SS & GT Premium Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Southern Cali Posts: 100	So...anybody taken their SS 1LE to the drag strip? My buddy bought one in December and went with me to the drag strip last week. DA was just okay, like around 800. I ran over a nail on the way there, so I couldn't run. But, he made three passes. He had a M6 '16 SS before this car, he said this one was easier to launch (not sure if due to tires or eLSD, or both?). His best pass was a 12.38 @ 115.xx. He didn't use launch control, and he did use no lift shift he told me. He thinks it has another tenth in it at at least with more practice. I am trying to get him to join, but he is not "into the forum thing" he said. Just figured I pass along the info to you guys... Anybody else hit the drag strip? Last edited by SS2017; 03-29-2017 at 01:43 PM.

03-21-2017, 10:12 AM	#2
Dmaxcc6spd Drives: 71 Camaro SS - 17 Camaro SS1LE Join Date: May 2011 Location: KY Posts: 174	I'm hoping to this fall. Don't have my 1LE yet. Biggest issue I have will be loading it on my trailer. I'm sure the nose hangs down too far and will drag when loading. I'll have to come up with something. Wife will shoot me if I try to buy a new trailer to go with the new car! __________________ 79 Camaro RS (my first Camaro) 71 Camaro SS 94 Camaro Z-28 (sold when gas hit $4/gal) 14 Camaro RS (gone - totaled by 8&9 year olds) 17 Camaro 1LE HBM Ordered 02/21 Built 4/24, Delivered 5/4

03-21-2017, 10:16 AM	#3
Dmaxcc6spd Drives: 71 Camaro SS - 17 Camaro SS1LE Join Date: May 2011 Location: KY Posts: 174	I wonder if with tuning, the line lock feature could be enabled. Also wonder if the Mag Ride couple be reconfigured for drag racing - looser front valving and stiffer rear. Replace tour mode with settings for drag racing! Just a thought! __________________ 79 Camaro RS (my first Camaro) 71 Camaro SS 94 Camaro Z-28 (sold when gas hit $4/gal) 14 Camaro RS (gone - totaled by 8&9 year olds) 17 Camaro 1LE HBM Ordered 02/21 Built 4/24, Delivered 5/4

03-21-2017, 10:20 AM	#4
SS 1LE マスタング = 遅い Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 7,061	I will take mine most likely, once I put more miles on it and it's the cool season down here. But that probably won't be till the "winter" next January or so. I am thinking it will be relatively easy to launch as well, especially on a sticky track. As even on the street if it's a warm day out the car hooks amazingly well...these tires and eLSD just do an amazing job of putting the power down with no drama. __________________

03-21-2017, 01:44 PM	#9
RideZX6R Probably tired right now Drives: 1Lap1LE \| EV6 FE \| 18 F150 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: At the office (CLT, NC) Posts: 1,133	I plan to - once it dries out here. __________________ -Seven '17 SS 1LE - 1LAP 1LE (Now with more 427!) '18 F150 Platinum Powerstroke diesel '22 Kia EV6 First Edition '18 RS3 (1 of 2) Cumulus Blue '24 911 T (ordered) Formers... '19 RS5 Sportback Sonoma Green \| '07 Cayman S 6MT \| '16 Audi S3 Prestige Viper Green (APR Stage 3+) \| '19 Mustang Shelby GT350R \| '17 SS 1LE MBM 575whp all-motor

03-21-2017, 12:48 PM	#8
Mark114 Drives: 2016 2SS Convertible Join Date: May 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,710 View My Garage	Laying a few 2x12 boards on the ground in front of the trailer ramps might get the nose up enough to drive the rest of the way on and off the trailer. You would want to be careful that they didn't slip out while you are driving on them.

03-21-2017, 02:34 PM	#10
SS2017 Drives: 2SS & GT Premium Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Southern Cali Posts: 100	Wow, nobody yet huh...maybe soon as more of these hit the streets and the weather is getting better in most of the country.

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