Be careful of what you wish for

[gimmie11s]

I was looking for advice on traction but avoiding DRs.



If this is true, then LMS isn't being forthright.

However, from what I have been able to gather it looks like it's in the ballpark. Especially since Ford usually gives a spec a bit lower than the actual HP.

Here are some videos/images of STOCK automatic 15-17 GTs.

369 HP, 337 TQ. This car is the exact same as mine. 369/.82 = 435
361 HP, 342 TQ. Ditto 361/.82 = 440

https://www.livernoismotorsports.com/videos?video_search=2015+mustang+gt
https://blog.americanmuscle.com/201...15-mustang-gt-with-bama-performance-v2-tunes/

Automatic transmissions parasitically take more torque and hp than a stick. There are many threads on this. I believe Ford says the manual 2015 takes 14.7% before it gets to the wheels.

A performance parts house (insert any name) NOT being 100% honest about power claims!?! No chance!

All kidding aside, im not here to persuade you either way. If you are happy with the car's power output, so be it.

I'll just add this little nugget. The newer autos are just as efficient, or damn close, as their manual counterparts.

Ever wonder why the MPG ratings on these newer autos are just as good (or better) than manuals? It's NOT because theyre less efficient.

Good rule of thumb is ~12-14% now days IMO.

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[NoVaGT]

There's a world of performance tires between A/S, and drag tires. A world of opportunities.

Plus, as another poster mentioned, you're complaining about a lack of grip in Michigan, in the still wintry spring time. That's rather silly.

 

[ForTehNguyen]

time to get some 315 michelin super sport or PS4S in the rear at least

 

[Jeff's FRC]

Don't fear the DR. A good DD drag radial is the Nitto NT555R. They can last a good 10k miles and wont try to kill you in the rain.

 

[nastang87xx]

Don't fear the DR. A good DD drag radial is the Nitto NT555R. They can last a good 10k miles and wont try to kill you in the rain.

In this case I'm definitely rather agreeing here and I'm not a fan of DR's. I mean I feel like this is kinda like complaining about having a gigantic dong while trying to use a stem cap as a condom...

You either get the right equipment or deal with it and if you end up with 18 years of responsibility then...well, can't say you weren't warned. :lol:

 

[scrubber3]

PS4S all 4 tires. Call it a day.

 

[bluebeastsrt]

drag racials or bust. Use the right tools for the job.

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