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Old 01-01-2011, 12:25 AM
matsalleh76 matsalleh76 is offline
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What was the weight differential V8 -Vs- V12?

--Adding weight to the front end will increase understeer and bugger up the front spring rate/body roll "comfort zone", resulting in the slightly disconcerting handling you describe.

We went through this with our 2.3-16 when we increased the front end weight with a supercharger/water/air intercooler system. There were other factors involved but the ultimate solution was heavier front & rear ARB's that brought the car back into balance.

Here is a link to a write-up we did on the effects of ARB changes on the car as it went through various iterations leading to the final blown configuration. It may give you some ideas.




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