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Old 10-01-2010, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by MantisWorx
i dont understand how the Exotec is a "link" suspension. the links are mounted at the same pivot point as the swivel, all the links do on that chassis is keep the pod square???? the 109 links actually change traction. its beautiful and i will probably get one but it doesnt look to me like a true link suspension, those links could be 5mm or 5" long and the car would handle the same.
That is incorrect, as the migration of the axle will be less the longer the link, resulting in more traction. Just like long camber links vs. short camber links. That is why all the link cars have gone to the "12R5" style longer link.
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