Joined: Tue Sep 07, 2004 11:54:06 Posts: 1652 Location: Rijswijk, Netherlands
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I don't fully agree Qwiglee. In fact a stiffer setup results in more grip overall. The problem is however that a stiffer setup will transfer all forces more directly to the wheels which means that if such a force exceeds the maximum grip level the car will loose traction.
With softer springs you trade some of the grip for a broader range of forces that the car handle without losing traction. The reason is that the softer setup allows the chassis to roll more allowing some of the force to be absorbed before it hits the tyres.
This is why, as long as the car is not breaking traction, going to a harder setup will generally work better and allow higher corner speeds. But once you start breaking traction in the corners you need to go softer to absorb some of the excess forces.
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