i usually deep stage (scroll up until it says you've gone a little too far then back up carefully until both sets are on) and go on the 3rd light, i seem to get the best reaction times (.520, .540, etc...) that way.

2016 WRX STi Limited (current)
2001 A4 1.8tqms (donated)
1991 GVR4 #1933 (sold)
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