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On the Bench: Chassis Tech Articles

This page is a work in progress. The articles are continually being updated as information is collected.

 

 

Using setup plates

Whether buying or making your own plates, they are a great tool to have when setting up a chassis. Here we will discuss using the plates. We will also discuss the process of making your own.

 

 

 

Adjustments  

Steps to improve chassis handling

 

 

 

 

Tire Temps & Wear

 Using a temp-gun is the best method for Camber setting at the track. Other techniques inside this article.

 

 

 

Camber Tech

Step-by-step process of achieving proper caster and camber settings. All racers need to learn how to control the proper camber settings in their cars.

 

 

 

Shocks

Shock Maintenance

 

 

 

 

Chassis Alignment Squaring it up

Methods for aligning the corners of the chassis

 

 

 

Ride Height

This area is often overlooked by the average Joe racer

 

 

 

Pre-race & Post Race - Inspections

You never know what you’ll find unless you look for it

 

 

 

Tire selection

Diameter and compound