> I am automatic, and will be buying an HRC Stage1 in a
>few months. I have quite a few questions, so bear with me.
>
>1) With auto, what would the best way to launch be and
>would it be more controlled than manual since Im not
>throwing so much power to the wheels? (Please dont mention
>torque or stall speed converter that isnt gonna happen)


Like avenger said, just power brake as high as you can hold it. this is where higher stall speed convertor helps, cause you can bring the rev's up even higher. with the stock tranny you can bring the revs up to 2000-2500.


>2) On a manual, boost is built up. Then the driver
>releases accelerator and shifts, then pushes accelerator
>again. The throttle plate closes. On an auto, since the
>accelerator is never lifted, would my throttle plate close?
>If not this would mean I'd be able to hold boost right?
>Would a BOV function in this scenario since no air would be
>sent back?
>


the bov wont go off during a run, cause your always in boost. that means not having to build boost again in the next gear, once you hit full boost in 1st, youll have full boost till u let off. the bov only goes off when you let off


>3) Is there anything else I'd need that a manual would not?
>Transmission cooler?
>


DEFINITELY get a tranny cooler with the a604. heat is the #1 killer of the a604. seems like 2-3+ trannies go a month just on the ASOG board. Im on my third (had it rebuilt right the last time tho)


>4) With auto stage1, what kind of times should I expect on
>an HRC Super16G?
>


high 15's-low 16's, depending on how well you can get off the line. but from a roll, youll run with cars that run quicker times.


>5) Your opinion, is this worth it? I can't sell my car and
>I looove the feeling of boost and speed. Its the ultimate
>rush.
>

definietely worth it, but youll be upgrading soon ;)


>Please don't flame me if you think the questions are dumb.


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