MiniMania generally knows their stuff. I'd bet this was the work of an
editor who doesn't.
Chris K.
On Thu, 9 Feb 2006 09:45:42 -0800 (PST), Red Midget wrote
> Yeah Right! Read this segment of e-mail from Mini Mania. I
> understand about triangulation and pan hard bars, but an increas in
> HP from Wide Tires... Sheeesh!
>
> From: MiniMania News [mailto:news@minimania.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2006 7:46 PM
> To:
> Subject: Spridget Parts On Special from Mini Mania 2/06
>
> Although installing wide tires will increase your Spridget's
> horsepower, it also causes the rear axle to move around under
> cornering and acceleration forces. You'll see evidence of this in
> signs of tire rub on the inner edge of the fender when it seems that
> there is plenty of clearance. Mini Mania has designed and tested our
> own Sprite Axle Stabilizer Bar. By forming triangle between the
> rear springs and the body, this lateral link eliminates side to side
> motion of the rear axle while reducing the tendency of the axle to
> roll under braking and acceleration. Detailed step by step
> instructions and diagrams are included to insure trouble-free
> installation. For Semi-elliptic Spridgets. Order Item FAS200 here:
http://www.spritemania.com/InvDetail.cfm?Item=FAS200
> Installation Instructions: http://www.spritemania.com/ArticleV.cfm?
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