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Old 09-29-2016 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by HK500Pilot
Thanks for all the replies regarding traction compound, I apologize if things got off track. I really don't think convincing ownership is even close to being an option, I already know they are dead set against it.

As far as my set up is concerned I'll just try the softest tires I have and see where it takes me. There has to be a way to make this all work and still get some competitive road course racing this season. If anything I suppose it will be a learning experience for everyone, I'm looking forward to it.
Ax wax stated above, take something like Jack the Gripper and coat the tires lightly and seal them in a plastic bag the night before. In the morning the tires should be dry again, but much softer. More front caster may help corner exit, on one very low grip track we were running 8-10 degrees. Harder fronts, stiffer front spring, a bit of toe in, less camber. You may even need to stiffen your overall set-up. Nothing is worse in a low grip situation than allowing the chassis to drag. You could also add an extra lip spoiler to the back of the body, and mount the body slightly rearward. You're trying to make the car understeer. Do what you have to to max out the rear grip, then add steering back in to balance the car.
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