1/4 mile vs 1/8 mile

Build the car for the 1/4, and have two sets of gears. Only change the gears if you feel energetic and that extra couple of tenths matter to ya that weekend. Other than that, race it as it sits. That will wrap it up.

my opinion is you want to cross the line 200 rpm's below your shift point. That is easiest on the car and your still pulling in the power band. Makes it harder for you opponent and easier for you if it's splitt'n hairs at the end.