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Old 01-07-2010, 12:37 PM
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Korey Harbke
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Originally Posted by Matt W
Hey,

Im having trouble with grippy tyres that are causing traction roll.
Appart from glueing the edge of the front tyre what changes could i make to solve this, for example shock position, roll centers, droop, camber etc?
Well, this can be very hard sometimes. It can be a little easier to pinpoint the problem if you can describe what is happening to the car in more detail.

If you notice the front inside wheel is lifting in the corner, I would try and stiffen up the rear a bit, or stand up the rear shock. If the rear inside tire is lifting, I would stiffen the front of soften the rear a bit. That will make the roll of the car more balanced front to rear.

If the front and rear inside tires seem to lift at the same time, maybe try thicker shock oil in the front, and more shims under the camber links all around. Those have always seemed to help me smooth out the car in general and take away a little grip on carpet.

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