I never said that tires were not important. You're right they probably are the most. If you think that body roll doesn't effect cornering or handling, then why even put swaybars on your car. Think about what you're saying. Swaybars help to limit bodyroll by transferring the weight from one side of the car to the other (left or right). They will also aid in traction on the opposite end than they are installed (front, rear). You have soft stock springs on your car. Drive down the street and jerk the wheel back and forth. Your car will squish back and forth (bodyroll). Now put stiffer springs on your car. Do the same test. I'll guarantee the car doesn't squish as much. Therefore you eliminated bodyroll. Springs absorb the ride. They are a major part of weight transfer of the car (bodyroll). If you have soft springs and make a quick turn, that side is going to, again, roll, and the opposite side will lift (eg. tires) sacrificing traction on that side. No I'm not aiming that comment toward anyone. I'm just trying to make a point that all the accessories aren't always the answer.
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Julian
'74 Super
"If you are under control you're going too slow" - Parnelli Jones
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