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LosiMan3456
03-12-2001, 04:56 PM
Ok I have a Triple X. when I asked some questions on help to build it and what hop-ups tp get some guys told me to go with orange springs. I got them and have experimented with the silver and orange springs. I cant tell a difference. So what will a softer spring give me and what will a stronger spring give me? More front traction quicker reactoin, more high speed steering or what thanks? Oh and will a softer spring in the back do the same "feature" as a softer one in front would? My final question is what's the differnce in handling between ticker and thinner shcok oils. Thanks.

*/*Brayden*/*
gubbs3
03-12-2001, 06:32 PM
Shock oil for me is easier to explain so here it goes: Thinner oil will allow the chassi to sway more and will make it more responsive. So with thicker oil it will help the chassi stay flatter and with smooth it out. Springs that are stiffer will get more high speed traction and softer will get more low speed. Stiffer in back will get you more on power steering. Stiffer in front will get more turn in steering. I am pretty sure this is how it goes but anyone ca feel free to correct me if you know what you're talking about.
BadRacer
03-12-2001, 10:56 PM
Your about right gubbs3.......at least thats also what i think. I have always used softer springs out back compared to the front springs.
XXXER
03-13-2001, 12:44 AM
Orange springs are a "lighter" rate, and will "dig" more in the turns=more front traction. These are great when your car is exhibiting a lot of push. if you are having oversteer, then you should try stiffer up front, or lighter in the back. With Oils, lighter weights are = to stiffer springs, while thicker stuff is = to softer springs
XXXER
03-13-2001, 12:45 AM
I forgot to add, you should check out the "Vehicles Forum", we have a XXX forum going on there.
ammoace
03-15-2001, 12:41 AM
Just wanted to add that a lighter oil will allow the suspension to react quicker but it will also dampen less.
The stiffer the springs the more resistant to weight transfer which in turn usually means less body roll. It also can help keep those tires planted to the track due to a faster rebound rate for the suspension.
I guess it all comes down to a nice balance of spring strength and oil weight. That balance will of course change with the track.
Hope it helps,
AMMOACE