Nnrevo suspension tuning books

Suspension tuning guide for high performance vehicles this suspension tuning guide will help you identify possible handling issues and apply proper resolutions. Its quick and easy wether youre riding one or two up, long distance or with a load. Tuning suspension categories niva 2121 niva 212 niva 21214 vaz 21012107 laika riva vaz 2108,09,99 parts of the ussr car tuning accessories engine tuning tuning suspension tuning the appearance and interior priora kalina. Heres your ultimate guide on how to set up a race suspension. This is how fast the suspension travels up and then back down to the same point when you drive over a bump. I could write a book, a very big book on suspension settings and the dynamics of a motorcycle. Dont get me wrong, i am not into modding to the max.

At dvo suspension our goal is to give you all the tools needed to dial in your suspension and answer all your questions. Chassis engineering is a great introduction to race car design. So, has anyone been playing with their suspension on the new erevo. Reece wallace travelled south this winter to build and film a free ride video at the crossroads of free remy metailler rides utah. But tuning wise, we again look to our springroll barshock package.

Setup guide how to adjust your mountain bike suspension for. Since the focus here is on muscle cars, i only address rear suspension systems that use a solidtype rear axle. As usual with david bull books, this is a beautifully produced offering with photographs of exceptional clarity mostly by the author, the various sportbike. Proper tuning is what brings your suspension to life and what can be the difference between 1st and 2nd place. Apply settings in small steps and try to do only one or two at a time. Up until recently, this super core workout program was used by pro athletes and elite special forces ops and the big hollywood movie stars but now has.

Guitartuning the guitar wikibooks, open books for an open. Allan staniforth who runs his own business tuning suspension for competition and road going cars is a longacknowledged expert on the subject. Simplifying the black art of suspension tuning motorrev is the next generation of suspension tuning. While the internet does provide some insights, the best and most complete information is available in a number of excellent books on suspensions. A shock dyno is comprised of an electric motor, a hydraulic ram, a mounting guide, and a load cell pressure transducer.

Our years of experience have built a knowledge base that is hard to find elsewhere. I have heard of one called racing by the numbers, but i. These tables show suggested suspension settings for each bike tested by the sport rider staff. But i really havent seen too many complete suspensionsolutions all in one place. Shocking and absorbing stuff on the track your priority is fast cornering and suspension plays a large part in this. I find the cars performance good enough but a stage1 can never hurt. Revo hardware is engineered to function at a much higher level than a standard component, designed to withstand a multitude of power outputs, should you want that little bit more power later on.

May 29, 2015 this tuning guide is an attempt to explain and help you understand how tuning works in this game, and how each different value will affect your car in game. The manufacturer is forced to make compromises in suspension components and settings even if no expense has been spared in manufacturing, the engineers still have to make assumptions about your weight, preferences and riding style. Jun 17, 2015 shockwiz is an automated suspension tuning system for mountain bikes. While you ride, it performs thousands of calculations to analyze your riding and finds anything undesirable with your setup. How to improve your motorcycles handling and performance. Car tuning suspension brake setup road course circle. Driver control and race car handling is about the vehicle behaviour in response to the driver inputs steering, throttle and brake.

General information the extension bracket ensures correct bump stop clearance and prevent suspension from bottoming out for jeep vehicle. A couple good tuning books posted by twdorris, oct 16, 2009. Suspension and handling is too complicated for most racers. Im laid up for a while with a broken collar bone and have a few weeks off work before school starts up so i want to learn how to understand what does what in suspension, how to determine valving etc. Evaluate before making changes effective tuning begins with an effective evaluation of the trucks performance. This suspension design software lets you take into account various characteristics of your car, such as corner weights, the suspension type, the suspension geometry, wheel widths and offsets, and wheelbase to intelligently select springs coil, leaf, and torsion bar springs and sway bars also called swaybars, antisway bars, or antiroll bars. Thank you for reading our comprehensive suspension setting guide many people just concentrate on lowering the car and assume that stiffer springs and the lower ride height will improve handling. For over 10 years, uprev has blazed a path in professional grade ecu tuning solutions for factory equipment. Boosted cars are known to get massive power gains from revised ecu maps, but theres always been a question mark over chipping. Just to put the power figures in pair with a golf 7r. Once youve got that handled, establishing a basic plan of attack in solving a particular handling problem wont appear so daunting. Aug 06, 2010 i dont know about tony, but im looking for off road suspension tuning. Download our suspension form, print it, fit it out and mail it in with your suspension suspension tuning guide download our offroad suspension tuning guide to create a better riding experience and get an advantage over your competition.

Suspension tuning guide for high performance vehicles. We at wish to supply you, the enthusiasts who drive the ser, all the correct current information on vehicle setup to enhance your driving pleasure. The revos suspension system is very unique and offers independent tuning options that most standardstyled suspension systems cannot. In addition, adding kickup will make your bump higher and further. Suspension tuning ideas to shake up the industry as youre riding down the trail the section ahead looks rougher than anything youve seen all. Smooth and consistent operation of the shock absorbers. Marc cook has 96 books on goodreads with 979 ratings. Remove the setup sheet at the back of this manual and photocopy it. No binding in the suspension or steering, frontrear. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. In a practical and downtoearth way, it covers the fundamentals of how race cars handle and the requirements for designing and constructing a car. If cars did not have shocksdampers, the springs would continue to bounce up and down at this rate for quite some time.

Spc adjustable upper control arms, spc lowering springs front and rear. Body lift kits free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Concert pitch is an internationally agreed standard that assigns a 440 hz. You should only consider decreasing kickup when the track has few or no jumps. Transitions for understeer to oversteer should be rogressive. A tuning aid is useful to ensure that the open a string is at concert pitch. Fine tuning your suspension setup for your driving style. The best 116 e revo suspension setups seems that most folks have a problem with the stock mervs flipping over. Traxxas resonator aluminum tuned pipes are precisionengineered on the dyno to increase the power output of trx racing engines. Derived straight from natural frequency, is the suspension frequency found in cars.

We have a great reputation and we strive to keep it that way. My question is whether you guys got any insight on suspension setups to help keep this beast on its wheels. The shock dyno a shock dyno is a computer controlled electrohydraulic machine that simulates and measures the damping characteristics of dampers rear shock or front fork. Everything with suspension tuning must be done in balance. The revoa coil shock system is legends take on isolating a bike from road shocks using a conventional coil spring and shock absorber. Content progresses logically from initial chapters on basic principles.

Follow the guidance closely and make one change at a time for best results. I want any good book, but one specifically about long travel off road would be great. Suspension tuning better handling, grip and stance. Open road tuning is your one stop performance shop. Am i the only one here waiting for a remap or at least a tuning box for the i30n. Weather youre a street rider or a top level racer we can help you reach your riding goals. This is the art of suspension tuning, mixing all the correct parts to make the end result the best it can be. Tuning your vehicles handling can yield the greatest laptime improvements per dollar of any modification, as well as making the whole experience more. While the process of adjusting the tuning feature might differ slightly from vehicle to vehicle, the actual tuning function will still be the same. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. How to set up your bike for handling, stability, and control on the street and track by andrew trevitt isbn. When suspension works correctly the bike will be much more enjoyable to.

Unlike front suspensions, which basically fall into either sla or macpherson strut configurations at least for our purposes, rear suspensions vary wildly in configuration and. From planning a course of modifications to installing parts to tuning handling. Hi new to the forum but not new to forza, i would like to know what is the average camber and toe settings for rwd cars everyone uses as a base for me to start tunning so i have a hope in hell online racing. The geometries designed into the revos rocker arms change the way the shock feels as the suspension is compressed. The book is very high quality, with glossy, heavy paper and good photography. Understanding suspension types, geometry and the effect of each component is key to ensuring the maximum tire contact patch remains on the road at all times. He has raced for some of the biggest companies in our industry, and has helped developed some of the most influential chassis, tire, and component designs in the rc world. What dan long offers in his suspension revolution 2. Learn how to properly set sag using legend suspensions revo coil shock. Intro suspension tuning is the final step a lot of serious racers take in setting up their vehicles.

Steering and suspension geometry is a factor, as are basic considerations of track, wheel base and cg height. He maintains that it is not the act of suspension that is the secret to the exceptional results his program boasts, but his combination of exercises and protocols, that can. The higher the speed and the longer the suspension travel then the more critical geometry becomes. Below will be listed some mods and suggestions so you can do your own suspension tuning to adjust your car to your personal driving tastes. I have been lucky enough to visit the ohlins factory in sweden to study the doing fuck all even further. Every time it takes a tumble it ends up on its top. Im not what one would consider a dean koontz fan, but his book the bad place was q. Suspension tuning is a critical part of getting the ultimate performance package, it is even possible to have a more competitive car then a rival with superior upgrades by having a well balanced set up, which maximises the available grip levels. Perfect day and a 2 for 1 special between suspension and tires. I dont see it anywhere, but my apologies if this is duplicate info. The adjustments made a huge difference especially at immediate braking and acceleration.

Package content bump stop extensions x2 hardware kit x1 digital installation guide. For the first time, our new ebook the 7 littleknown hacks. Fourfive tuning uses the open a string as the first reference note. There are a multitude of different adjustable inputs that go into a cars suspension setup.

You can spend all the money you possibly can on the best suspension components, and while you might notice some improvements, those parts arent set up to work together properly to give you the best. It was very evident that the front with all settings at full soft was still too hard as the wheel lifted up over bumps and on a few occasions i could see daylight under the front wheel. I was recommended this book because of the technical expertise of the author, andrew trevitt, from sport rider. Component handling condition resolution tires more front tire pressure less rear tire pressure less front tire pressure more rear tire pressure try to.

It is the ability of the suspension tuner through the understanding and experience of all the different variables that allows them to find this balance. Im sure these will get better once i have more time on them and do more tuning. Whether you are considering modifying an existing suspension or designing a new racecar from the ground up, these books can help by explaining the concepts. Altering kickup will affect the car much like caster does. Suggested sport bike motorcycle suspension settings.

Phil has experience in that area, plus is particularly knowledgeable about fine tuning the f800gs suspension. Suspension setup and suspension settings and fine tuning. Sportbike suspension tuning after reading the motorcycle suspension bible, i wanted another reference for tuning the suspension on motorcycles. Definitive guide to suspension tuning suspensionspot. Each product is guaranteed to give you more performance, better comfort and a safer ride no matter what size your wallet. Automated suspension tuning for your bike the gearcaster. Dvo suspension mountain bike suspension forks, shocks. Re suspension has our roots in understanding advanced auto racing suspension technology, shocks and springs for asphalt racing, road racing and drag racing. Hey everyone, tonight i finally finished fine tuning my suspension and wheeltire clearance. If you are looking for the right suspension upgrades for your car we can help you determine that package. The book includes chapters on chassis design, suspension design, frame construction, aerodynamics and tuning. Revo suspension achieves a softer, more compliant ride due to softer spring rates.

I know motors and everything else inside and out except suspension. Dvo factory rider remy metailler takes a trip to utah and gets old school. Here is the first installment of the performancetuning guide for the traxxas revo. Hes been making amains at big races since some of todays younger pro racers were in diapers. Chevy avalanche 20072017 rear bump stop extension for 24 lift kit. Best car chassis, suspension, aerodynamics design books. Tuning takes time and patience, but hopefully with the help of this guide youll be setting personal best laps all day. I also had 70 hours of testing and tweaking on the yamaha. Kickup is the angle between the ground and the lower inner hinge pins on which the suspension arms swing. Got my suspension tuned by dave moss at pro italia motorcycles.

Custom tuning the key to a successfully modified latemodel vehicle is tuning. We do our best to give you all the information you need to tune your suspension but if you need to ask a question that is not covered on this. This book covers everything you need to know about designing and building your new chassis and suspension system, exploring both factory and aftermarket frames, modified factory solidaxle suspensions, and independent suspension setups. Tuning for the track suspension tuning tech modified. We pride ourselves on precise tuning and servicing. Page 2discussion area for general topics regarding suspension tuning. Suspension tuning is an art, when you experience a car with the suspension tuned by mer you will wonder why you did not get this done sooner. Track conditions are quite forgiving and you can make some compromises like using hard suspension and lowering the car for optimum aerodynamics and a low centre of gravity. The purpose of this tuning guide is to help you reach a suspension setting that is optimised for you. We have specialists on site ready to answer questions.

Even so, there are a lot of different types of systems. Suspension is something i have studied for years, on road bikes up and down from work, on track days here and abroad, on race days at home and away. A practical guide to tuning the race car chassis and suspension by carroll smith isbn. Offroad motorcycle suspension tuning and simplified valving diagnostics. Trevitts book, sportbike suspension tuning, is an excellent introduction to the art and science of motorcycle suspension technology and its modern applications. Mer does not rely on a fancy alignment machine, we do everything old school but our setups are hard to beat. Buy supreme suspensions front shock extenders for 20052020 ford f250 f350 superduty highstrength steel shock extension kit 4wd. Avoid doing several changes andor large adjustments at one time as this may well produce an undesired result and will make it more difficult for you to fine tune your car. What started as a hobby has now expanded into efi tuning services which i now offer to the general public.

Should the car have an aggresive nose down stance or shoudl the car be level from font to rear. This website has very hard to find valving information ever wondered how to make your bike handle properly. The traxxas engineering team knows trx racing engines better than anyone, so resonator pipes deliver proven results that drivers can see, hear, and feel every time they pull the trigger. Synthesis lectures on advances in automotive technology. Why remapping a naturallyaspirated car is totally worth the money. We recommend contacting us via telephone for all technical inquiries. Whether you are considering modifying an existing suspension or constructing a new one from the ground up, these books can help by providing the concepts, the math, and the illustrations required for a thorough understanding. Vehicle suspension system technology and design amir khajepour and avesta goodarzi. There are many options when it comes to suspension.

I am looking for suspension design books that get into proper design for roll center, tire scrub, bump steer, etc. A definitely must buy for all those who want to take a step forward on their modern bikes suspension setup. Our products are proven to achieve dramatic results our tuning systems are trusted by professional tuners, serious racers and daily drivers all over the world, to utilize the untapped potential otherwise left on the table. The revo is an excellent track performer right out of the box, and with the many trick factory accessories available, you can custom tailor and personalize your revo to be the ultimate race machine. It is a good idea to write down the setup that comes with the car.

We will be glad to observe your cars performance and make tuning suggestions. Ive seen a lot of tips all over the place, changing the shock oil, different springs, etc. The first ride was a 30 mile warm up ride between freeway and a local favorite, lucas valley road. I did a search to make sure nobody posted this already. The suspension setting process provided here is a basic methodical guide to providing a way to update you current suspension to the style of riding to best suit your needs. Suspension tuning odds are high that your motorcycle suspension needs tuning. Motorcycle front suspension fork service ohlins fg43 oil. Obviously, the main difference comes from tuning with a leftside weight and suspension bias oval, compared to a neutral setup configured for multiple types of corners road course. I was just wondering what the best stance is in order to get the best handling. Suspension tuning, scales systems, scale accessories, alignment tools, shock tools and testers, spring tools and testers, air pressure gauges, durometers and tread depth gauges, infrared laser temperature guns.

Why remapping a naturallyaspirated car is totally worth the. Whether a street car, or race car, there is almost no power or drivetrain enhancement that does not require tuning. Street performance ohlins racing offers a complete product range to boost your suspension. Competition x has put together a rc suspension tuning guide that explains tuning options available on most cars. Dsp suspension design software for automobile springs and. When rrt was founded over 12 years ago, we began as a suspension design and development company. For all around performance, a balanced car with moderate changes to the springs, bars, shocks and geometry will tend to be more neutral at the handling limits and have more traction. Revo suspension systems plus six external knob adjustments that allow fine tuning of rebound damping provides optimum rebound performance for any given rider weight, personal ride quality preference or personal riding style light to heavy riders can finetune ride performance see more product details. Mountain bike suspension service and tuning in the forest of dean.