If you want consistent results at the track, it's important to release your clutch pedal from the same point every launch!!!
Before you test your ClutchTamer or Hitmaster, it's very important that you install a clutch pedal stop and verify it's proper adjustment. By proper adjustment, we mean a setting that allows enough clutch dis-engagement to achieve clean hi-rpm shifts, also enough dis-engagement to be able to put the transmission into gear without grinding when the clutch is warm. Using a pedal stop helps ensure a consistent release point, which in turn helps ensure that you get repeatable results. If for some reason you have to change your pedal stop height after you begin the setup process (maybe you find the clutch isn't releasing cleanly which causes a shifting problem), you will need to go back to Step 1 and do the setup process all over again.
The best pedal stops are located up in the pedal box itself, much better than a flexible floor or firewall. If your pedal box originally came with a rubber pad to limit pedal travel, we recommend removing the rubber and replacing it with a solid aluminum block. Typical rubber bump pads usually just push into a slot, just drill thru the slot so you can bolt in a chunk of aluminum. A bolt-in block makes it easy to shim the block with washers if needed
Don't "pre-load" the clutch before launch! Letting the clutch drag before launch can increase clutch temp quite a bit, which will then affect how hard the clutch hits. It also puts one at risk of red-lighting if your opponent burns your clutch down by late staging. That was one of the big downfalls of the Magnus, as you had to pre-load the Magnus to minimize reaction time. With a turbo, sometimes it takes a while to get the car staged. There is no need to pre-load with the Hitmaster, as there is no fluid restriction to slow reaction time. Not sure why he still does it. Guys that want to go rounds with a clutch also pay close attention to clutch temps, especially with iron friction material.
Chapter 01- The Basics of Inertia Management
Chapter 02- Calculating Inertia's Effect on Input Shaft Torque
Chapter 03- Clutch Slip After the Shifts... Good or Bad?
Chapter 04- Heavier Cars LESS Likely To Break Transmissions?
Chapter 05- Understanding The ClutchTamer
Chapter 06- Understanding The Hitmaster
Chapter 07- The Basics of Analyzing Dragstrip Data
Chapter 08- Flywheel Weight- Heavy or Light?
Chapter 09- Choosing a Proper Clutch & Pressure Plate
Chapter 10- The Importance of a Clutch Pedal Stop
Chapter 11- What's the Best Launch RPM?
Chapter 12- Do You Need a 2-Step Rev Limiter?
Chapter 13- Traction Problems- Adjust Shocks, Chassis, or Clutch?
Chapter 14- Are "Clutchless" Shifts Right For You?
Chapter 15- Traction Control- Yes or No?
Chapter 16- Apply ClutchTamer Tech to an Adjustable Clutch?
CHANGING THE GAME ON LAUNCHING YOUR STICK SHIFT CAR!!!