Decoupled torque arm for autox/road race??????
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Decoupled torque arm?
Why Is It Decoupled?
Our Torque arm is de-coupled so we could use the shortest possible beam for acceleration, thus providing maximum anti-squat and traction. The problem that arises with using a short torque arm is the increase in rear wheel hop under braking. Our torque arm solves this problem by de-coupling under braking. The rear brake torque is reacted by a sliding link. The "torque arm" that results from this arrangement is almost twice as long as the stock unit. A diagram comparing our torque arm to the stock unit is shown below for both acceleration and braking.
What is everyones take on this? According to the website its better for braking? Definitely not a drag race setup.
Admins there is no advertising nor do any sponsors offer anything like this so I can't see any problems here.
Our Torque arm is de-coupled so we could use the shortest possible beam for acceleration, thus providing maximum anti-squat and traction. The problem that arises with using a short torque arm is the increase in rear wheel hop under braking. Our torque arm solves this problem by de-coupling under braking. The rear brake torque is reacted by a sliding link. The "torque arm" that results from this arrangement is almost twice as long as the stock unit. A diagram comparing our torque arm to the stock unit is shown below for both acceleration and braking.
What is everyones take on this? According to the website its better for braking? Definitely not a drag race setup.
Admins there is no advertising nor do any sponsors offer anything like this so I can't see any problems here.
Last edited by BLK02TA; 10-24-2007 at 01:17 PM.
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You could try the Global West Trak link TA for $220 less if you must have that style. I had one in my 96 Formula for a while. It was heavy as hell but I liked it. Sorry I don't have any more input