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jonah - 1/11/07 at 08:24 PM

Hi All,

Just started the build tonight of a book locost with IRS.

I've seen some threads about a 4'' offset in the front end detail as opposed to the 3'' in the book. What is the reason for this?

Sorry if this is a really silly question that has answers everywhere, but my mind is a little fuzzie these days.

Thanks

Jonah


Peteff - 1/11/07 at 09:47 PM

Gives you more castor angle and more support for the wishbone brackets.


jonah - 1/11/07 at 09:50 PM

Does that mean 4 is better than three??

Jonah


t.j. - 2/11/07 at 06:18 AM

The problem is that you need enough castor for self-centering.

The book-way gives not enough. You need about 5-8 degr. Try search, there is a lot talked about.

grtz


neilj37 - 2/11/07 at 08:18 AM

quote:
Originally posted by jonah
Does that mean 4 is better than three??

Jonah


My girlfriend would say YES. Sorry had to be done


gottabedone - 2/11/07 at 04:56 PM