[Pioneer4x4]

Cool video! Question about your experience at the drag strip - did they not require you to wear a helmet? At my local place they require them for cars faster than a certain time, P2 included. Just curious.

Can't wait to see the update post-upgrade!

Yeah, I haven't worn one on Test and tune nights. I will probably take my father in law's old helmet from SCCA next time.
They haven't asked...
I think it might be 13.499, maybe 13.999 and quicker. Might be less on pure street cars with street tires.
But yeah, I should have one on either way running 12s
Next trip. probably will, and I'll mount the 360 camera some where else, and mount my phone for video of the dash or something.
I have a magnet mount from an old CB antenna that I used to use for roof mounting the 360, but after moving, I can't find it.
Death Valley drive Grapevine Ranger Station to Teakettle Junction Samsung Gear 360 (youtube.com)
That was made with the magnet mount on the roof of a POS Toyota Fourrunner or whatever the rental was.
This was on my dad's 1999 Chrysler Concord (my mom and dad are STILL driving it)
SAM 100 0053 (youtube.com)

 

[Pioneer4x4]

Well tonight might be the other "Tonight's the Night". I got the Performance Update 2 days ago, the App recognized it today. And tonight just happens to be another Test and Tune night. SO, I hope to test it again.
I will try, but not likely, to get a camera setup (or 2-3).
I am trying to borrow a helmet as well, if not, I will ask at the track, maybe.

 

[Pioneer4x4]

Well, TONIGHT is the night. Heading to Keystone Raceway Park for Test and Tune tonight. Charging to 100%, hope to reach the track at 94%-95% for at least 1 full power run. Also, supposedly my refund check should be sent today, so the Performance Upgrade will be very soon, then I'll go back and compare.
Also, I've been using Car Stats Viewer and I notice whenever I floor it, current spikes to about 316kW for a couple seconds, then drops to about 285kW. I will try to get a camera setup tonight, but not sure if I will.

Interesting, what do these things mean? Lol

Sorry, I missed replying to this.
Not sure which parts you didn't understand, hopefully this helps someone/anyone.
1 - I corrected typos, I Charged car to 100%
2 - Keystone is a local to Pittsburgh area ¼ Mile Drag Strip
3 - Test and Tune is everyone lines their cars up and makes runs, but nobody wins anything. You aren't technically racing the other car, just trying to find out what you and your own car can do. And practice for the people that race regularly.
4 - CarStatsViewer is an awesome app for in the car itself. You have to ask to get added to a test group, then install it through the beta app process. They are reportedly in the process of getting Polestar to approve it as an official app.

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

Sorry, I missed replying to this.
Not sure which parts you didn't understand, hopefully this helps someone/anyone.
1 - I corrected typos, I Charged car to 100%
2 - Keystone is a local to Pittsburgh area ¼ Mile Drag Strip
3 - Test and Tune is everyone lines their cars up and makes runs, but nobody wins anything. You aren't technically racing the other car, just trying to find out what you and your own car can do. And practice for the people that race regularly.
4 - CarStatsViewer is an awesome app for in the car itself. You have to ask to get added to a test group, then install it through the beta app process. They are reportedly in the process of getting Polestar to approve it as an official app.

3 & 4 answered my questions, thank you lol.

Is that app worth having? How do I sign up if I want to get it?

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

Sorry, I missed replying to this.
Not sure which parts you didn't understand, hopefully this helps someone/anyone.
1 - I corrected typos, I Charged car to 100%
2 - Keystone is a local to Pittsburgh area ¼ Mile Drag Strip
3 - Test and Tune is everyone lines their cars up and makes runs, but nobody wins anything. You aren't technically racing the other car, just trying to find out what you and your own car can do. And practice for the people that race regularly.
4 - CarStatsViewer is an awesome app for in the car itself. You have to ask to get added to a test group, then install it through the beta app process. They are reportedly in the process of getting Polestar to approve it as an official app.

Also, does it cost you to do the Test & Tune?

I'd love to take my car to a track near me some time

 

[Pioneer4x4]

Also, does it cost you to do the Test & Tune?

I'd love to take my car to a track near me some time

$42 here for T&T, plus at least another $8 for concession snacks, and $4 for Sheetz pop and 2 Hot Dogz on the way. And a couple dollars work of electrons getting there, runs, and getting home.

And CarStatsViewer to me is a MUST HAVE. It is what the car should have had from the beginning. It is referenced a lot as CSV.
(12) Car Stats Viewer - A Better Range Assistant | Polestar Forum (polestar-forum.com)
That is where I first started reading to get it. Then you have to join the german forum to ask to get in the beta. It took a while but it was very much worth it. Also, very important, if you use multiple profiles, give both google usernames at first request. It will need to be installed into both profiles if you want to export all data.

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

$42 here for T&T, plus at least another $8 for concession snacks, and $4 for Sheetz pop and 2 Hot Dogz on the way. And a couple dollars work of electrons getting there, runs, and getting home.

And CarStatsViewer to me is a MUST HAVE. It is what the car should have had from the beginning. It is referenced a lot as CSV.
(12) Car Stats Viewer - A Better Range Assistant | Polestar Forum (polestar-forum.com)
That is where I first started reading to get it. Then you have to join the german forum to ask to get in the beta. It took a while but it was very much worth it. Also, very important, if you use multiple profiles, give both google usernames at first request. It will need to be installed into both profiles if you want to export all data.

Thank you! I'll look into this a little later on!

 

[Pioneer4x4]

Well, I just had to run for bloodwork, and just happened to find a flat piece of pavement that just happened to be near a go-kart track. I did 4 runs of 0-60 tests, back and forth each direction same strip of pavement (obviously not a public road).
First 2 were normal (OPD Standard) Test 3&4 were OPD off and Sport mode on

1. 0-60 4.4" 0-30 2.2"
2. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"
3. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"
4. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"

First impression was I would have bet $10 that the road was downhill for runs 1&3 and uphill for 2&4. I guess not!?!?
Also, I drove less than a mile to the doctors, then went down a longish hill. I left home with battery at 95% and it was still at 95% when I started tests. I bet the battery needed warmed up some maybe? It was very cool this morning, only 46°, and still under 60° when I tested.

 

[Pioneer4x4]

This is what I MUST beat

This was from my 2018 Dodge Challenger 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker

My god, do I miss that car. 2nd gear it sounded like it would suck little children from the sides of the road as you watched the Shaker lean from the 475 torques. Now I have basically the same amount of money tied up in this car, and it is even faster(quicker) and almost as much fun AND costs about 1/5 as much to drive.

 

[Steeeeve]

1. 0-60 4.4" 0-30 2.2"
2. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"
3. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"
4. 0-60 4.2" 0-30 2.1"

First impression was I would have bet $10 that the road was downhill for runs 1&3 and uphill for 2&4. I guess not!?!?

As is my habit, I did the math. Given how quickly our cars get to 60 mph (covering a distance of about 55 meters), each 1% slope would change the 0-60 time by about 1.5%, or about 0.06 seconds. So it's entirely possible there was some slope, but it's even a couple percent grade won't really be measurable in these times without better timing equipment than the performance app.

My most recent 0-60 with the launch timer was on a freeway onramp that started flat then headed up a significant slope to get onto the elevated freeway. Probably hit the uphill part at maybe 30-40 mph. Still measured 4.1 sec.

 

[Dude]

Get a Draggy. Extremely accurate, and qualifies the run, or not, based on there being a slope.

 

[Pioneer4x4]

Get a Draggy. Extremely accurate, and qualifies the run, or not, based on there being a slope.

Nah, too much money. Once I go to the strip, I'll know what I desired. I also know unless another sport-based EV pulls up next to me, I don't have to worry unless it is something extreme and AWD. I know how hard it was to launch my 392 Challenger, even 2nd gear (8sp Auto) would just sit and spin producing smoke on demand, if you just nailed the loud pedal. So a Hellcat on the street, unless it is in a Durango/Jeep, or TRX would have a very rough time, like just about every Mustang as well.
I'm glad to know I got the Upgrade, and it is what it claimed to be. In a way I hope I don't run something like a 12.2, that is getting close to 11s, and if I could remove a couple hundred pounds of stuff, might be doable. I'm considering removing the frunk stuff and trunk floor for kicks tonight, but that won't be apples to apples. Maybe on 2nd run if I go.

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

$42 here for T&T, plus at least another $8 for concession snacks, and $4 for Sheetz pop and 2 Hot Dogz on the way. And a couple dollars work of electrons getting there, runs, and getting home.

And CarStatsViewer to me is a MUST HAVE. It is what the car should have had from the beginning. It is referenced a lot as CSV.
(12) Car Stats Viewer - A Better Range Assistant | Polestar Forum (polestar-forum.com)
That is where I first started reading to get it. Then you have to join the german forum to ask to get in the beta. It took a while but it was very much worth it. Also, very important, if you use multiple profiles, give both google usernames at first request. It will need to be installed into both profiles if you want to export all data.

Well, I signed up for the German forum and I registered to a track (Track #10). I'm just waiting to be added to the group so I can access the app!

 

[chazglenn3]

I got a link for track #10 but it won't install. Says it's full...

 

[Dude]

I would presume that most/all drag strips have been graded so there is no slope (or very minimal), but Draggy will provide that information, and invalidates any run on a road that has a downward (negative) slop of more than 1%. Makes a few 1/100th of a second difference. Upward (positive) slopes will result in a slightly slower times, but will not invalidate the results:

Oh, for anyone who tracks their car (at least in the US), I believe every track requires a helmet as well as a host of other safety requirements, that the host of the event can provide you with. Make sure it has the proper automotive (not motorcycle) certification? Things changed after 2022. if one does any tracking with regularity, strongly suggest you invest the money and get a quality helmet. Air flow is critically important on hot days, when on the track for more than a lap of two:

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

I got a link for track #10 but it won't install. Says it's full...

I got the download last night and it's on my P2 right now. Make sure you submit the Google form for the track you want to join (I think #10 is the only open one at the moment) and I also joined the German forum and reached out to the track owner directly to let them know I signed up. I got an email back not much later with a link to the download

 

[chazglenn3]

Wow. Did all that. I'll try again...

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

Wow. Did all that. I'll try again...

You're on @loebse's track, yeah?

 

[chazglenn3]

I wasn't. I thought that was the one. I must have been on track 9. I am now and have CSV installed! Thank you!!!!

 

[M1STER_GR1M]

I wasn't. I thought that was the one. I must have been on track 9. I am now and have CSV installed! Thank you!!!!

Ah, well I'm glad you got it working!