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Old 07-12-07, 08:49 AM   #21 (permalink)
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Re: Suspension Design

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Originally Posted by nota2266 View Post
Russ,
How about

" Parallel to the median gradient of the mass centroid "

but there exists differing schools of thought in this regard as to whether or not this is the ideal
IMHO, there's no good reason to match the roll center to the mass centroid when roll resistance can be adjusted with springs and anti-sway bars. Don't forget that a high roll center sends the bottom of the tire in an outward arc. This has a destabilizing effect when the car encounters bumps, plus it jacks the car up under side loads.
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