Originally Posted by
monkeyracing
I've been trying to wrap my head around the camber change afforded by the new upper link set. I've been using a very informative app called "RC Car Setup Workbench" which does a fair job of explaining how this stuff works.
The difference between the new parts and stock is +/- 0.5mm. That makes the change fairly minimal, but noticeable. You can also change caster very slightly by using the lower inner link mount. As I understand it, this will also increase camber gain, and lower roll center. (I promised myself I'd never discuss roll center. Seems my inner nerd has won.)
How does one or the other of these options change camber gain? It seems they both do, but with the lower mounting point, I'd assume more gain. What does this do to the car upon entering a corner, for example?
Yes, you're right in assuming that the shorter link will give you more camber gain and lower the roll center. And the lower mounting point will give you more camber gain and also lower roll center.
Whether this is a good thing or not is that it sorta depends. There are just too many variables to give any kind of definitive answer. For example, if you assume camber gain is a positive thing, when does it become a negative???? Sorta depends right?????