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InitialD 03-24-2004 08:28 PM


Originally posted by SupermaxxRich
I keep hereing that the 710 has this nasty push or oversteer. If I incounter this problem, what would be the first areas you would adjust to correct this problem?
Like cyba888 mentioned, take a look at the setup booklet table at one of the last pages for a guide.

For me, I suggest NOT to use the kit tires. Use your own tires 40 shore front and rear. It will eliminate the understeering with the stock setup. If it's still understeering (which I doubt), play with simple things such as shock angles and anti roll bar. You could make the rear shock more vertical (up one hole) for better turn in and stay with a harder rear antiroll bar setup for more front traction.

InitialD 03-24-2004 08:29 PM

Re: On Line Shop
 

Originally posted by clmbia45
INITIAL D:
Followed your advice and ordered from the On Line Shop in Hong Kong. Got my shipment in 9 days and saved 35%.
Thanks!;) :cool: :lol:

:eek: Ah, you got your P R E C I O U S toy?:sneaky: :deathstar :lol:

InitialD 03-24-2004 08:36 PM

Re: My race day on Sunday 03-21
 

Originally posted by Profoxcg
The second qualifier was awseome, I qualified 3rd for the main, main B. I had no accident I dont think, but at the end my car was sliding because I manages to loose a rear spring tensioner cup (the piece that hold the spring from the bottom) I just fought the push and drift.
What shore tires were you using? Did you use the kit tires?

A tip for you ! When you install your 4 shocks on the car, make sure that the notch of bottom spring cups faces towards the car and NOT facing outside. You eliminate chances of the cup dislodging out of the shaft on an impact.


Originally posted by Profoxcg
I was told to used thread lock on the wheels?? (any comments?)
Ya you could. You could also use some plumbing teflon tape to make sure the wheel nut bites better. But I don't do either. I tighten them down really hard. Make sure you constantly do it before putting your car out on the track. Works for me.


Originally posted by Profoxcg
I am concerned that my car didnt track straight after I changed the bent rim and had to play with the trim 40R for it to drive straing whereas before it drove straight at -0-
That's pretty normal when you crash directly at the knuckles. They steering may run a little. A quick adjustment is by using the centering and EPA adjustments on the radio to get it back to center.

Marcos.J 03-24-2004 08:40 PM

InitialD
 
InitialD damm, you are a book of knowledge:nod:

InitialD 03-24-2004 08:43 PM

Re: InitialD
 

Originally posted by Marcos.S710
InitialD damm, you are a book of knowledge:nod:
;)

Unfortunately, I don't drive like I type...:cry:

InitialD 03-24-2004 08:48 PM


Originally posted by cyba888
Which tire truer do you have?:sneaky:
Unfortunately, the best tire truer out there is still the Hudy...:(

Marcos.J 03-24-2004 08:49 PM


Originally posted by InitialD
Unfortunately, the best tire truer out there is still the Hudy...:(
you are correct , is just too much for me to afford it,

Marcos.J 03-24-2004 08:52 PM

Re: Re: InitialD
 

Originally posted by InitialD
;)

Unfortunately, I don't drive like I type...:cry:

:lol:

clmbia45 03-24-2004 09:14 PM


Originally posted by cyba888
What color were the protoype CVD's? What maintenances are needed for CVD's, just lubing?
They were natural tool steel. They must be lubed, and I recommend a dry lube such as Moly or teflon, or Boeshield T9.

Profoxcg 03-24-2004 09:21 PM

I just took off my engine and pipe to clean and prep for next sunday, but the pipe is stained with the dirty all fused on to its surface. What can i clean it with to make it look clean close to new; same for the engine block?

doesnt an aftermarket company make CVD's?

InitialD 03-24-2004 09:27 PM


Originally posted by Profoxcg
I just took off my engine and pipe to clean and prep for next sunday, but the pipe is stained with the dirty all fused on to its surface. What can i clean it with to make it look clean close to new; same for the engine block?
Any kind of aluminum polish should take it off on the pipe. The ones on the crankcase is a little difficult.


Originally posted by Profoxcg
doesnt an aftermarket company make CVD's?
3 Racing currently makes one. But if they are the same quality as the one made for Mugen, then I say ditch them.


http://www.3racing.com.hk/3racing/Im...0/SE710008.jpg

InitialD 03-24-2004 09:28 PM


Originally posted by clmbia45
They were natural tool steel. They must be lubed, and I recommend a dry lube such as Moly or teflon, or Boeshield T9.
clmbia45, any idea how those Serpent CVDs held up?

markp27 03-24-2004 09:40 PM


Originally posted by InitialD
Unfortunately, the best tire truer out there is still the Hudy...:(
Ocasionally there are some good deals to be had, too.....right D? :sneaky: :lol:

InitialD 03-24-2004 09:44 PM


Originally posted by markp27
Ocasionally there are some good deals to be had, too.....right D? :sneaky: :lol:
I'm jealous ! Rub it in man... Rub it in ! :cry: :cry: :cry:

markp27 03-24-2004 09:50 PM


Originally posted by InitialD
I'm jealous ! Rub it in man... Rub it in ! :cry: :cry: :cry:
:lol: :lol: The darkside made me do it :lol: :lol:

Got my Ti screws yesterday and so far I've saved a massive 8 gramms :cry: :cry: :cry: Still a few more to replace. though :cry: :cry: :cry:


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