Red94Roadster
Enthusiast
I'm thinking of getting a G-meter to meaure 0-60, etc. My friend has an ****** G-Timer which seems to work fine. I was also looking at the GTech model and wondered if anyone knows if one is bettter than the other?
G meter?
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V10SpeedLuvr
Enthusiast
I have a GTech SS (paid $300), dont use it often but it seems pretty accurate. I've never heard anything bad about them
kcobean
Enthusiast
I've always been curious, how do these things no when you've gone 60', reached 60 MPH, etc?
snampro
Enthusiast
basic instrumentation, likely using accelerometers, which have become more accurate and much cheaper in recent years. an accelerometer measures acceleration. by integrating the acceleration you have the velocity and distance. time is easy to get.
I'm curious if they provide current speed, like they could be used to calibrate a speedo. I've used hand-held GPS before to do this, but have never tried one of these.
I'm curious if they provide current speed, like they could be used to calibrate a speedo. I've used hand-held GPS before to do this, but have never tried one of these.
They Can Measure Horse Power, Torque, 60Ft, 1/8mile, 1/4mile, 0-60 & 0-100-0 mph, RPMs & Shiftlights, Handling G's, Record Up To 30 Runs, High Precision 3-axis Sensor, 1/100 sec. Accuracy In A 1/4mile, Multiple Vehicle Support, Road Racing Mode (G And RPM Recording), 2 Megs Of FLASH, PC Dpwnload Cable, AC Adapter For Indoor Use, Permanent Mount. PASS (Performance Analysis System Software) Included.
These are the specs for the RR version.
These are the specs for the RR version.
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DAMN YANKEE
Guest
I have a AUTO METER D-PIC mounted beautifully in a pod on my steering column.
It does alot (0-60, 0-100, 1/4, g force, 0-100-0, etc. etc.).
Having said that, save your money, after a month or two, its a bore.
It does alot (0-60, 0-100, 1/4, g force, 0-100-0, etc. etc.).
Having said that, save your money, after a month or two, its a bore.
....... what?
pdmracing
Enthusiast
If you want a system that is a little more expensive but is infinitely more accurate as well as expandable try the traqmate system @ around 600 dollars for data & 900+- with dash display, GPS based it works on drag/auto x as well as road course , stores over 11 hours of data. its awesome. you can overlay runs on top of each other , very tric with no invasive instalation, but you can also hook up tack, afm, & a whole host of other sensors to track everything . this system will grow with you & is not a toy, but it is very easy to use.
-FROG-
Enthusiast
I have been using a G-Tech for about 7 years. I'm talking about the first ever production origional G-Tech that came out about 8 years ago. I have a "spot" where I go practice launches, 0-60 and 1/4 mile runs. I also use it to see how many G's I can hit on accelleration at times. In my openion, it is a MUST for any drag racer. You can really learn how to drive from these things... I mean launch, shift, etc... I have G-Teched everything from my Viper to my old Buick Regal family car, Ford Explorer, mustangs etc.... I have G-Teched more cars than I can think of at the moment from my own and friends cars. It really taught me how to launch and the different characteristics of different cars. Yes, I know some of this seems obvious, but it really does teach you. I'm not pro, but from the many years I spent practicing with my G-Tech, I got my near stock Viper down to 12.1 on the Pilots on the 3rd pass at the track and recall a time when I got my friends stock 2000 Pontiac Formula auto to run a 13.9 (first pass) with him riding as passenger and so much junk in his trunk, it was rediculious. A few of his friends tried to get 13's that night but it took someone with a little more experience. It may not be anything special for the drivers who have alot of track time under their belt, but if you are a beginner or just want to try and lower your ET's a little at the track, then get a G-Tech and find a SAFE place to practice. Yes, running on the street is different from the track, but when you learn your car on the street, you can better your driving at the track. I normally just practice my 0-60 (less wear and tear on the motor), then go out and make a few full 1/4 mile passes. If your 0-60 *****, then your 1/4 will ****, so there is no need to destroy your motor. Perfect your 0-60 and then practice the 1/4.
I did take my G-Tech to the track a few years back and made a pass in a Mustang 5.0 I had a few years back. It was a crappy run, but it was one of the only times I remembered to turn the G-Tech ON! I kept forgetting since I was concentrating on other things. Anyhoo, I ran a 13.7 @ 107 and my G-Tech read 13.7 @ 108. The MPH isusually higher on the G-Tech than you would get at the track, but that's never what I am trying to perfect, so it doesn't matter to me. I just want to lower the ET, so thats all I care about. I G-Teched my Viper a few times when it was hot and ran a few 12.6 and 12.8 but kept missing 4th gear for some reason (this was on my Kumho Drag Radials). Back when I first bought my 05' Mustang GT I was doing alot of G-Teching when it was cold out(about 40 digrees) and saw an average of about 13.3 to 13.5. When I ran at the track (forgot to take the G-Tech) I got a 13.7 on a warm day.
Sorry this is so long, but I think G-Techs are a great learning tool and fun to toy around with too. I just hear alot of people asking about them and not many people respond with many real life experiences, so I thought I would share.
I did take my G-Tech to the track a few years back and made a pass in a Mustang 5.0 I had a few years back. It was a crappy run, but it was one of the only times I remembered to turn the G-Tech ON! I kept forgetting since I was concentrating on other things. Anyhoo, I ran a 13.7 @ 107 and my G-Tech read 13.7 @ 108. The MPH isusually higher on the G-Tech than you would get at the track, but that's never what I am trying to perfect, so it doesn't matter to me. I just want to lower the ET, so thats all I care about. I G-Teched my Viper a few times when it was hot and ran a few 12.6 and 12.8 but kept missing 4th gear for some reason (this was on my Kumho Drag Radials). Back when I first bought my 05' Mustang GT I was doing alot of G-Teching when it was cold out(about 40 digrees) and saw an average of about 13.3 to 13.5. When I ran at the track (forgot to take the G-Tech) I got a 13.7 on a warm day.
Sorry this is so long, but I think G-Techs are a great learning tool and fun to toy around with too. I just hear alot of people asking about them and not many people respond with many real life experiences, so I thought I would share.
ronniej
Viper Owner
I just bought a GTech Pro RR. Can't wait to test it out. I had the original GTech, but let a friend use it before I did. I've never seen it again since he's had it. 
Scott5ppg
Viper Owner
Took a 115 degree turn the other day at 90MPH, would have like to have known the force pining the car to the ground and me to the drivers side door. Next time I'll use the 5 point harness..
Scott
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AviP
Enthusiast
Anybody want my original Gtech pro? It's as good as new. $50 shipped.
