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Old 09-08-2007 | 12:37 PM
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What are ways to correct or improve steering in regards to understeer and oversteer? Meaning swaybars, braces, etc. Thanks guys.
 
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Old 09-12-2007 | 11:22 AM
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A front wheel drive car will almost always understeer, which is good because it's easier to deal with especially in bad weather. You can minimize understeer by using performance tires with more grip than the stock tires.
 
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Old 09-12-2007 | 03:47 PM
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Or simply let off the gas a bit? Your tires will thank you, you don't need to be mashing the gas in a turn...even if you're out having fun.
 
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Old 09-12-2007 | 10:56 PM
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racing beat makes a suspension kit that is supposed to give the 6 more neutral handeling, but idk how well it actually works. Also when you release the gas in a turn, if timed correctly, it can make the back end "step out", but it's a more advanced technique, something akin to trail braking.

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