Questions tagged [suspension-geometry]
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What are the benefits of lowering a vehicle for racing
Lowering a vehicle affects many aspects related to suspension geometry and aerodynamics. I am trying to understand these phenomena better. Note that although my question sounds like an opinion, it's not really my intent. I just wanted to describe…
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After hitting a curb, besides alignment, what else should be checked for damage
I'm positive the alignment is shot- so that's the first repair.
But what else might be a potential problem, in theory?
(Not asking for a diagnosis over the internet- just wanting to get a general idea of what else could typically go wrong in such a…
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1960s Race Car Rear Suspension Question
As you can see in the pictures below they dont have a double wishbone setup but instead they have this weird setup. Why did they use something like this instead of double wishbones back then and why did they stop using this type of setup…
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Suspension bouncing left and right
I have a 1995 Acura legend and it was a project car to replace all suspension parts, bushings etc. basically I started with the rear suspension, replaced everything there including struts and bushings and then moved to the front. Due to…
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Steering wheel won't align straight after turning - 2007 Honda Jazz
My friend bought a 10-y.o. Honda Jazz recently (Honda Fit in the U.S. AFAIK). Normally, after turning, the wheels should "align themselves" straight thanks to suspension geometry - in his car, you have to manually turn the wheel back for the last…
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What are the Pros and Cons of Center Takeoff vs. End Takeoff Rack and Pinion?
As the title suggests I'm trying to establish the pros and cons of Center takeoff R&P vs End takeoff?
Thank you for your time.
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Vehicle Ride Height
Car is 2008 Audi A4 2.0T S Line. It appears to sit lower than other cars (standard edition, not S Line) that I've seen around town.
I want to change out shocks and struts as I suspect they are original and a bit squishy. However I want to purchase…
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Can I damage motorcycle's geometry with too tight straps?
The motorcycle was tied with ratchet straps in the front by the fork from both sides and in the rear by the swing arm from both sides (shown in red marks on the image below). The problem is that straps were pulling sideways very strongly, for as…
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