Originally Posted by
RobsRacin
Im not sure about the ones for the B6, but on the XB2 the steering blocks get shorter and allow the spindle to turn more before hitting on the inside and being at full lock. The B6 looks different in that it doesn't have the same design of a stop, but on the XB2, essentially a longer link(achieved by having a shorter steering block) makes for more steering and make it more aggressive.
YMMV
Does anyone know the effect of having longer or shorter steering plates on the spindles? EX: Steering block turnbuckle is either has a shortened or lengthened distance from the steering plate. There are aftermarket ones for sale from numerous brands. it would change ackerman. I have another buggy where if the blocks are shortened (smaller lengthening the turnbuckle length) steering gets much more aggressive. However there are ones sold for the b6 that purport steering gets more aggressive with longer carbon steering blocks where the turnbuckle is effectively shorter (ballstud hole closer to servo)?
From Schelle: The increased Ackermann makes the inside wheel turn in quicker, giving more front end grip through tight turns.