Mustang Gets Line-Lock

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by calebparkin3

So really by what your saying we also shouldn't even have the option of turning traction control off. Because it enables "stupid people" to do burn outs.

I'm just saying in this age where people will not take responsibility for their own actions and are always looking for someone to sue over anything, it could, and does happen.

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by Jenner

True, but I'm sure that with even just the rear wheels warm you can get on it and start getting lap times quicker. I may be wrong since I've never actually been on a racetrack myself

Last time I looked the front tires do the steering, cold tires on the front would have less grip causing you to not be able to go through the turns as fast. You still need to warm up the front tires or you will end up off the track if you push it hard. Line lock is really a drag racing thing.

[Normagene]

Hmmm, sounds like some fun stuff coming to a Camaro near you soon! Line-lock with the new HD performance data recorder! Sign me up! Will the Camaro or Vette be first to have this feature?

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by 72MachOne99GT

How many times have Ford and GM been sued for offering cars with more than 200hp cause it makes it unsafe and easier to lose control? 300? 400? 500? 600?

Lots of cars come with launch control, they're screwed in your world too.

I imagine someone has been killed because they were in a Vert as well...damn manufacturers and their unsafe offerings.

There's a difference between a line loc and a set of firestones on an explorer or an ignition that is prone to turning off.

I think you missed my point. In the right hands line lock is a good thing, in the wrong hands it can be dangerous. That is why I said to offer it on a performance package or as an individual option instead of all GTs, its more likely then only people that know how to use it will order it.
Like I said previously, in this age when things go wrong people want to blame someone else instead of owning up to their mistakes. And when someone gets hurt or killed they start looking for someone to sue.

[Steve Dallas]

Originally Posted by mlee

I'd never have guessed this option would be possible.

It's a great option...but useless if they void the warranty for it.

I mean...the ZL1 puts in things specifically for track racing and COVERS it.

[i2disturbedSS]

It does come down to the responsibility of the individual.

[shaffe]

Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I think you missed my point. In the right hands line lock is a good thing, in the wrong hands it can be dangerous. That is why I said to offer it on a performance package or as an individual option instead of all GTs, its more likely then only people that know how to use it will order it.
Like I said previously, in this age when things go wrong people want to blame someone else instead of owning up to their mistakes. And when someone gets hurt or killed they start looking for someone to sue.

Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I think you missed my point. In the right hands line lock is a good thing, in the wrong hands it can be dangerous. That is why I said to offer it on a performance package or as an individual option instead of all GTs, its more likely then only people that know how to use it will order it.
Like I said previously, in this age when things go wrong people want to blame someone else instead of owning up to their mistakes. And when someone gets hurt or killed they start looking for someone to sue.

Your acting like no one knew it was possible to do a burnout without a line lock before.

and some of the people in here are acting like its always going to be. If you don't like it don't use it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by shaffe

Your acting like no one knew it was possible to do a burnout without a line lock before.

Where do I say that? I said it makes it easier for people to do burnouts, even inexperienced or stupid ones...

[MikeSVX]

Originally Posted by Quick

A lot of people commenting on this line loc that absolutely have no clue what its for or the proper use of it. I would love one on my car and for drag racing its a necessity.

Not if your running the factory tires. Street tires tend to get oily when you over heat them. It is generally better to either aviod the water or spin the tires just enough to dry them.

[MikeSVX]

Originally Posted by hiddenangels89

I believe Ford commented on the Line Lock Feature... stating it will void your warranty if racing against another vehicle / time. Ford went further into detail to go as far as saying if you use it on a private road / private property it does not void the warranty. They also mentioned that if you use it to test your quarter mile skills on a private road not against another driver or time, then it will not void your warranty either. Ford ALSO said if you're just using it to show off / show your friends then it will not void your warranty.

So they're pretty clear they don't want you to use it at a track unless you want to void warranty; but if you have friends and a private road and are just doing runs to mess with it, then it will not void the warranty.

i think the write up was by MotorTrend or Motor Authority, re posted by Jalopnik

LOL, sounds almost like Foerd supports street racing. That statement could get them in trouble.

[Steve Dallas]

Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

Where do I say that? I said it makes it easier for people to do burnouts, even inexperienced or stupid ones...

Though...is it possible to do a burnout in a Ford Focus?

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by Steve Dallas

Though...is it possible to do a burnout in a Ford Focus?

I would say so, but a burnout in a FWD car has much different dynamics than doing one in a RWD car.

[trashmanssd]

Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I think you missed my point. In the right hands line lock is a good thing, in the wrong hands it can be dangerous. That is why I said to offer it on a performance package or as an individual option instead of all GTs, its more likely then only people that know how to use it will order it.
Like I said previously, in this age when things go wrong people want to blame someone else instead of owning up to their mistakes. And when someone gets hurt or killed they start looking for someone to sue.

Really like people would go crazy and blame a car company if they got the floor mat stuck under the gas pedal and they said the car just accelerated and there was no way of stopping it. Oh wait that did happen.

[trashmanssd]

I see in my crystal ball, a young 18-19 year old with line lock on in his used very poorly maintained mustang. Oh no he needs front brakes one sides is not working at all. He turns on his new cool linelock feature hammers the gas tires screeching one side locked up car takes off into a spin hits and runs over one of his smart friends standing right beside the car filming it for utube with his phone. flash forward 3 years parents in front of cameras at the steps to the court house "how could ford be so careless". just saying.