1) Based on spring rates alone, yes, adding a comp front bar should increase
understeer. But the reduction in body roll results in better control of the
camber pattern on the front tires, so it isn't as bad as it would seem.
2) Whether you choose to run a rear bar will depend on (a) how you intend to use
the car and (b) whether you plan on running the rear comp springs. If you run
the comp springs, you will probably find that the rear is stiff enough as it is.
You can fabricate a Panhard rod (or a Watts linkage, even better) and it should
help.
3) I've always suspected that the short length (and short arc) of the traction
link put excess stress on the mounts. I've seen plenty of broken ones. When I
lowered my car, I had a threaded section put into the middle of the link so I
could adjust the length of it to eliminate any preload.
Gordon Glasgow
Renton, WA
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of
> SLBESQ@aol.com
> Sent: Monday, February 04, 2002 8:25 AM
> To: morgansm@bendoutdoor.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: tire & rim size: Suspension setup question
>
>
> In a message dated 2/3/02 8:33:14 AM Pacific Standard Time,
> morgansm@bendoutdoor.com writes:
>
>
> > Also, If any one has a used front comp (23 MM) sway bar for sale please
> > let me know.
> >
>
> hi all
> 3 (probably) easy question for you racer types (from a wannabe racer type):
> 1) does the addition of the front sway bar increase understeer? if so, why
> add the bar? 2) what about a rear sway bar? panhard rod?
> and 3) what's the best way to repair/replace the factory "traction bar" (my
> name for that bar that went from the axle housing to the frame)? mine has
> never been on the car, though i have it. it looks like it's been welded more
> than once.
> thanks for all your help.
> steve
> 67.5 H20
>
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