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Old 06-13-05, 11:26 AM
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How much is to much for a full race car?? Any opinions? I am currently running 8.5. With no power steering it is a bear to drive at speed. Thinking 6.5 would make it easier to drive.

What is your set up?
Old 06-13-05, 11:47 AM
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I run 6.1ish* with no p/s and it feels good.
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There is no need for excessively high caster, between 6 and 7 deg is good.
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Thanks guys, but why 6 to 7 rynberg?
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