Carnage - We Race The V8 Lexcen!

Summary

The script describes an episode of the show 'Carnage' where the hosts Alex and Zane test out their heavily modified Lexus IS300 at a drag racing event. They start with some shakedown runs to work out issues with the launch and boost buildup. After sorting out some of those problems they manage a best run of 11.73 seconds at 132 mph in the quarter mile, showing the car's potential as a 10-second sleeper. They try roll racing as well but have trouble with wheelspin. They end the night fried tires but satisfied with the results for the car's first time out, although more development is needed.

Takeaways

• 😀 They are racing a heavily modified Lexus at a track event
• 😯 The Lexus has major power but lacks safety equipment for its speed
• 💨 They do test launches at low RPM first for safety
• 🚗 The first 1/2 track run hits 127 mph despite taking it easy
• 🌀 The car vibrates badly at high speed, needing investigation
• 🔴 Low RPM launches produce slow times, needing more boost
• 🔥 Higher RPM improves to 121 mph but still not hitting full boost target
• 🏁 They switch to roll racing but break traction and fry tires
• 😥 The car still needs work on the converter, brakes and vibration issue
• 🚚 The alternator fails at the end, needing a tow truck to get home

Q & A

What car are they racing in this episode?

They are racing a Lexus that they built and modified themselves. They call it 'Alexon'.

What is the goal with the Alexon car?

Their goal is to get the Alexon to run a 10 second quarter mile.

Why do they start with a half-track run?

They want to start slowly with a half-track run to test things out like the launch, boost levels, braking, etc. before doing a full pass.

What was the result of the first half-track test run?

The first half-track run resulted in a 127 mph at 109 mph, backing off very early. The launch was slow and it didn't build boost well.

What changes did they make for the next run?

For the next run they increased the RPM on launch to 3500 to try to build more boost off the line.

What was the best result they achieved?

The best result they achieved was an 11.73 second pass at 132 mph.

What problems did they encounter?

Problems included poor launching, not building boost off the line, the car shaking at mid-track, and inadequate braking.

What modifications do they need to make?

They need to modify the converter for more slip, upgrade the brakes, and fix the vibration issue.

What other racing did they try?

They also tried roll racing, but kept spinning the tires when the boost hit.

How did the event end?

The alternator died at the end of the night leaving the car with no charging. They had to call a tow truck.