Re: [Chrysler300] Whoa, Nelly

[Bill Huff <czbill@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Ray,

That may not be a universal truth.  My GTX 440/auto with 4.10:1 rear 
end will push the front tires locked  across the pavement if you 
floor it with the brakes applied.  Probably a truism with single 
legged small engined cars with lower ratios like the Toilotas.



Bill Huff



>When stopped the engine cannot be powerful enough to start it moving 
>if the brakes are applied. Try "Line Lock", used in Drag Racing. 
>Also, Stall Test, to see what RPM the converter locks up.
>Try it if you must, but it's true.
>
>Ray
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>On Apr 22, 2010, at 12:05 PM, Richard Barber wrote:
>
>There has been lots of healthy and respectful chatter on the old problem of
>stopping a moving vehicle. And, it is interesting to note that the very
>"highest" technology in current cars can have the same basic problem when
>computers take over throttling, braking and so many other tasks. That said,
>braking systems have been evolving for years and are responsible for a good
>portion of the reduction in the highway death rate.
>
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