Handling Tips
The key to high-performance handling is a top-quality suspension system,
proper chassis adjustments, and properly balanced tire pressures.
Aim for the 'theoretical' ideal - neutral steer.
Neutral steer is matched front and rear traction. Understeer is a plowing, or
pushing effect when cornering. Oversteer is the rear sliding outward on turns.
| Adjustments |
To Increase Understeer |
To Increase Oversteer |
| Front Tire Pressure |
Lower |
Higher |
| Rear Tire Pressure |
Higher |
Lower |
| Front Tire Section |
Smaller |
Larger |
| Rear Tire Section |
Larger |
Smaller |
| Front Wheel Camber |
More Positive |
More Negative |
| Rear Wheel Camber |
More Negative |
More Positive |
| Front Springs |
Stiffer |
Softer |
| Rear Springs |
Softer |
Stiffer |
| Front Anti-Sway Bar |
Thicker (Stiffer) |
Thinner (Softer) |
| Rear Anti-Sway Bar |
Thinner (Softer) |
Thicker (Stiffer) |
| Weight Distribution |
More Forward |
More Rearward |
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