[jimjohn]

http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...15765412&q=sti

I've never seen anything like this on an Sti... i just thought it was intresting and a nice back fire

[SCOOBYTRAP]

I think UTEC has launch control. Sounded cool, I was waiting for him to launch

[Datadatum]

Yep, the UTEC gives you the ability to have a second rev limiter activated when the clutch is in. Allows you to perform a drag strip style launch, and flat footed shifting.

I don't use the feature, the warnings in the manual scared me.

[520]

the hydra has it too, i jsut have no idea how to activate it.
its better to learn how to launch anyways first.

[jimjohn]

Originally Posted by Datadatum

Yep, the UTEC gives you the ability to have a second rev limiter activated when the clutch is in. Allows you to perform a drag strip style launch, and flat footed shifting.

I don't use the feature, the warnings in the manual scared me.

what were the warnings?

[Datadatum]

Appendix E: Launch control wiring diagram/notes

WARNING:

The use of Launch Control WILL subject your engine, clutch, gearbox, drivetrain, turbocharger, O2 sensors, catalytic converters and exhaust system to abnormal loads and possible damage.
The use of ignition cut launch control WILL also subject your valvetrain to abnormal loads and possible damage. The use of ignition cut launch control will also cause backfiring and unburnt fuel to be passed through your engine and catalytic converters.
The UTEC Launch Control MUST NOT BE wired in parallel with the factory cruise control. This WILL cause damage to your car.
The cruise control clutch safety feature WILL NO LONGER WORK if you install Launch Control.
Do not use the Remote Switch and Clutch Switch with software version 2.5b. This WILL cause the incorrect map to be selected.
Launch Control should only be used OFF ROAD.

Launch Control
The UTEC Launch Control is available in software version 3.1+. The Remote Switch and Clutch Switch should only be used with this software version or later. The Remote Switch alone may be used with earlier version of software.
The UTEC Launch Control allows the selection of a secondary rev limit and the choice of either a fuel cut or ignition cut rev limiter. These options can be found in the User Constants.
Launch Control can also deactivate the spare solenoid when the clutch switch is opened by depressing the clutch switch. This option can be found in the User Constants. This option will override the Spare Solenoid OFF Time Delay parameter.
The UTEC Launch Control utilises the cruise control clutch switch as its activation. The cruise control clutch switch is a safety switch which will disable the cruise control when the clutch pedal is depressed.
The cruise control clutch switch is closed when the clutch pedal is up.

[Insane06STi]

Holy crap, I too will avoid that

[MorePSiTehBett4]

heres a thread on nasioc, this guys car is sweet...he has the STi genuine oil cooler!

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...6&page=1&pp=25

[BurnsWRC]

nice backfire..has a little anti lag feel to it.

[Brahmzy]

SCHWEET! I wish it was safer....

[Peleg]

You know what's funny about launching the STi?

I sometimes I drive it, and without trying, I somehow get a perfect throttle and clutch release and the car just jumps forward very smoothly and I go like, WOW...if I can only learn how to replicate that.

[BigJon]

That was awesome.........

[520]

Originally Posted by Peleg

You know what's funny about launching the STi?

I sometimes I drive it, and without trying, I somehow get a perfect throttle and clutch release and the car just jumps forward very smoothly and I go like, WOW...if I can only learn how to replicate that.

I totally know what your saying, wish i could replicate it also.

[prerunrigg]

the perfect launch is definitely a hard to come by thing EVERY time in a sti

[mofoSTI]

7k and dump. its just that easy