Figured it was time to start a separate thread for these. I just finished the latest set. I had the opportunity to start experimenting with front end geometry early last season and came up with a combo I was very happy with by the end of the season. The latest set is basically a refined version of last years. The geometry is the same. Here were my design goals.
1. Determine the optimum "forward" dimension.
2. Permit use of stock shocks.
3. Independently adjustable camber and CASTER.
4. Use of stock spindle.
5. Weight savings over stock.
All goals were met. A dimension of +3" forward was determined to be the sweet spot. Going further forward does not improve overall performance, it just creates more problems. Stock shocks work great with no funky angles at the mounting brackets. No swivel rod end shock mods required. Camber and caster are separately adjustable, and the caster has alot of adjustment to compensate for slightly tweaked subframes. Stock spindle geometry is improved with an added spacer and there is a weight savings.
1. Determine the optimum "forward" dimension.
2. Permit use of stock shocks.
3. Independently adjustable camber and CASTER.
4. Use of stock spindle.
5. Weight savings over stock.
All goals were met. A dimension of +3" forward was determined to be the sweet spot. Going further forward does not improve overall performance, it just creates more problems. Stock shocks work great with no funky angles at the mounting brackets. No swivel rod end shock mods required. Camber and caster are separately adjustable, and the caster has alot of adjustment to compensate for slightly tweaked subframes. Stock spindle geometry is improved with an added spacer and there is a weight savings.