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Re: Radial tire familiarity
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Posted by Allan in NE on September 16, 2004 at 07:56:32 from (148.78.243.25):
In Reply to: Re: Radial tire familiarity posted by txblu answer to all on September 16, 2004 at 07:31:09:
Hi Mark, A steering system will have three geometrical modes of function: Caster, Camber and Toe-in. Given a correct Camber setting, and just as proper Caster gives the "Return to center" effect, Toe-in provides a small but certain amount of steering "stability". Tires are toed in at the front just a touch; usually about 1/8" or so, but consult your owners manual as all outfits may vary. When applied to faster moving cars and trucks, geometrical allowances in the Toe-in settings are made for compression of the rubber constructed steering bushings and such, but this is another whole chapter. Allan
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