Think it depends more ongrip level as opposed to the surface.
I haven't tried it on carpet because I break enough parts on carpet as it is, and I can't afford to replace them often
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| Author: | Matt W [ Sat Jun 16, 2012 13:13:40 ] |
| Post subject: | New 1.6 topdeck |
Hi, Appart from adding more flex to the car, how does the new thinner topdeck effect the handling? Is it more noticable in the entry steering or in the middle part of the corner or perhaps is more noticable in rear grip, any thoughts? |
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| Author: | Jack I [ Sat Jun 16, 2012 14:34:20 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
ive been running it for a couple of weeks now and it seems to provide more middle and exit of the corner speeds. |
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| Author: | Matt W [ Sat Jun 16, 2012 19:57:31 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
I run on a tight and twisty carpet track, would I benifit from this topdeck or is it meant more for outdoor racing? |
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| Author: | Skiddins [ Sat Jun 16, 2012 22:03:26 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
Think it depends more ongrip level as opposed to the surface. I haven't tried it on carpet because I break enough parts on carpet as it is, and I can't afford to replace them often
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| Author: | Hagberg [ Sat Jun 16, 2012 23:12:19 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
| Author: | dontfeelcold [ Sun May 19, 2013 11:20:46 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
I lost mid corner steering when I went to the 1.6mm top deck on my T4. The car also became a bit unpredictable and unstable on direction changes. Is this normal in some cirumstances? |
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| Author: | Sid [ Sun May 19, 2013 11:32:18 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
This is interesting. I get better grip in corners and I feel car is easier to drive. Maybe it fits my driving style? Our tracks is a little slippery here so maybe that plays in as well. |
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| Author: | dontfeelcold [ Mon May 20, 2013 08:24:20 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
Could this be a sign the car is at the end of it's life? |
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| Author: | Skiddins [ Mon May 20, 2013 18:22:09 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
| Author: | Hagberg [ Tue May 21, 2013 10:19:40 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
Well, the rule of thumb here is that a thinner top deck will usually develop a lot more mid corner steering as a result of the increased torsion ability. The car will feel more aggressive, and will absorb bumps and curbs better as you drive over them. The overall corner speed will not necessarily increase however, as the car will turn more sharply, and sometimes slow down as a result, or as we refer to it, “stop”. |
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| Author: | beale [ Tue May 21, 2013 20:18:05 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
I looked back for the introduction ofthe T3 12 1.6mm top deck and Alex your answer is the same more steering but harder to drive, it worked well on our carpet track once I'd dialled in rear grip. Is it the general rule that more flex equals more steering but harder to drive? Reason I ask is I am trying to improve traction on a T3 12 and a T2 09 on low grip asphalt |
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| Author: | Skiddins [ Tue May 21, 2013 23:15:03 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
| Author: | beale [ Tue May 21, 2013 23:40:02 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
Have fitted the T3 12 top deck with a bit of modding the flex feels by hand similar to the 12 with the 1.6 deck. ( as you have on your wet car Skiddins) |
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| Author: | Skiddins [ Wed May 22, 2013 02:12:22 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: New 1.6 topdeck |
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