I'm not much of a dragracer anymore (I prefer to spend my time circulating road courses), but I want to get a number to compare future modifications and improvements. This will be the first time I will pilot my bone-stock '86 GT down the 1/4 mile. Do you guys have any suggestions of shift points (the car hates to rev past 5Krpm) and launch rpm's (my first pass will be off idle)? In addition, because the car is 21 years old, are there any suggestions on what to watch for for possible damage or breakage? Currently, the motor-mounts show some wear and there is a whine from my rear differential (very likely the pinion bearing). I'm not too concerned if something does happen, but it is always good to know what to look for.
Mike
Mike