Originally Posted by
EDWARD2003
Most racers out here in Japan, including me, run Magenta front and rear or a shore rating of 35 front and 35 rear.
The narrower width will result in less grip.
Narrow = less lateral weight transfer = less grip
Wide = more lateral weight transfer = more grip
Hence, why drivers go for the widest (172 mm) rear end setting.
Ideally, you want to run around 4 mm of ride height.
thats interesting that you mention this, as found this online saying opposite
Front Track Width:
Wider - Decrease front grip, give slower steering response & increase understeer.
Narrower - Increase front grip, give faster steering response & decrease understeer. More aggressive steering.
Rear track Width:
Wider – Increase the stability of the car, increase rear grip at corner entry & middle corner & decrease corner speed.
Narrower – Increase rear grip at corner exit, increase corner speed & increase car responsiveness.