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Re: Toe settings

To: richj50@bit-net.com
Subject: Re: Toe settings
From: "Robert M. Pickrell Jr." <brnrubr@midusa.net>
Date: Tue, 23 Feb 1999 16:18:43 -0600
Rich this is dependent on types of tires, as well as other alignment settings.

With Hoosier's I would suggest toe-out. With the other brands I would guess
zero toe. Then refine that with how the car handles. In SP your other mods are
going to infulence this as well

Rob

richj50@bit-net.com wrote:

> What are everyone's thoughts about toe settings?  I understand why toe-out
> can improve turn-in response, but are there draw-backs to toe-out?  I
> used to have my car toed out about 1/8 total and the turn-in was
> noticeably sharper than it is now with zero toe, but I'm not sure which
> set-up worked best for quicker times, or whether there really was a
> difference in autox times.  I'm going to be realigning my car soon and I'm
> interested in any advice.
>
> The car feels better with a little toe-out, but is that just an illusion
> or is the car really better (or as good) as a car with zero toe?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rich Johnston
> 95 Z28 ESP
> NER


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