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Originally Posted by DORIGTT
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There are some howlers in that analysis. i especially like the one about softening the suspension by cutting a coil out of the coil over damper. You should know that in shortening the spring makes the spring stiffer not softer!
The author is convinced that the ball joint/torsion bar front is a good option and cites the Auto Union GP car of the '30s, a 70 year old layout as being a good design. Current practice is to ensure that the tyres are squarely in contact with the road all the time - that cannot happen with a BJ front end. In roll the wheels tends towards excessive positive camber that creates excess heat in the outer edge of the tire and loss of grip. If you are going to maintain a BJ front end then significant roll stiffness is a must.
December 7th 2009, 08:39
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