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Old 11-04-2011, 08:58 AM
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b17flyboy
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Thumbs up Handling Question - Steering at High Speed

I'm running a 1/8 4WD off-road buggy (make unknown, I got it second-hand) with a Force 28 engine. I use it only for bashing, usually on short grass. It seems pretty quick.

When running at speed (let's say >60% of max speed) the steering is really lame; the turning circle is absolutely huge. Slow down to <60% of max speed and it really tightens up.

I've upgraded the steering servo to a high torque one and am confident that isn't the problem. I have also reduced the toe-out at the front (It was about +5' and I have now reduced it to +3') but haven't been able to test it out since the adjustment to see what difference this makes.

Tyres are good, plenty of grip left etc.

Is there anything else I can adjust to try to improve high speed steering and give it slightly more "bite"?

Many thanks.
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