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Rusty 06-01-2018 12:08 AM

Another addiction. Head first into the rabbit hole. :driving:

Shoeshear 06-01-2018 04:07 PM

I actually had another question for you guys (instead of opening a new thread).

On track, I felt that under braking coming into a corner, even with the tiniest bit of steering angle, the rear end would start to squirm and wander a bit, especially when coming into the corkscrew over the crest.

Is this a result of just soft(ish) stock suspension or driver error? Thanks in advance!

Rusty 06-01-2018 04:27 PM

It's a combination of stuff. Your rear is lifting. Because of weight transfer. Stiffer springs, more compression damping in the front. More rebound damping in the rear. This is a couple of ways of tackling the issue. And you can change your braking too. Don't stomp on the brake pedal. Easy on.

Shoeshear 06-01-2018 04:34 PM

Yeah, I started letting off a bit as I crested and got back on and it seemed to settle the rear a bit. I think my braking application was pretty solid, smooth, and progressive (I tried emulating braking on my motorcycle which doesn't have ABS), but I'll definitely try to smooth it out further. Just seemed to rotate and wiggle a bit more under braking than I expected. Thank you for the input! I'll also definitely look into some coilovers eventually (when the wallet allows). Gotta get the CSC and stuff sorted out first.

Rusty 06-01-2018 07:01 PM

Jumping on the brakes too quick or letting off too quick will upset the car. You have to learn what the car likes and dislikes. Smooth is fast.

Hotrodz 06-01-2018 07:31 PM

I would get a Hotchkis front sway bar next when you get the funds. It will help out with under steer during corning.

Rusty is right slow is fast and smooth is fast. Once you get the smooth thing down you can move forward with how to apply the brake quickly, evenly and smoothly. My experience far with handling the Z is equivalent to a high end call girl. You can treat me roughly but remember I am a lady! ;)

Rusty 06-01-2018 07:58 PM

Yeah, too rough and she will smash you in the face with a round house.

Rusty 06-01-2018 08:03 PM

Like the slow wabbit said. Get a Hotchkis front bar.

Spooler 06-01-2018 08:04 PM

You two guys sound like you have experience with that. LOL I, however, am normally the one getting paid. :)

Rusty 06-01-2018 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler (Post 3761430)
You two guys sound like you have experience with that. LOL I, however, am normally the one getting paid. :)

What do you know about milking ducks.

Hotrodz 06-01-2018 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty (Post 3761441)
What do you know about milking ducks.

LMAO...That is some funny chit right there!

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Rusty 06-01-2018 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hotrodz (Post 3761446)
LMAO...That is some funny chit right there!

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I was asking a serious question.

:rofl2:

Spooler 06-01-2018 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty (Post 3761449)
I was asking a serious question.

:rofl2:

Serious my big old Duck!!!

Rusty 06-01-2018 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler (Post 3761452)
Serious my big old Duck!!!

You must like Chinese food.

Shoeshear 06-02-2018 12:00 AM

Thanks for the info guys! Another part added to the laundry list... :D


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