Angus Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Whats the consensus on the usefulness of the rear antiroll bar ? In the build manual for the R400 (Duratec), it lists the rear A/R bar as 'optional'. Just how optional is it really ? If I didnt fit it, what difference would I notice in the ride / handling ? (I intend to use the car for touring and the occasional track day). Its a pretty long thin rod so I cannot see it providing much anti-roll (or twist) in any case, and leaving it out would simplify the build (less bits), save a little weight, and remove a possible point of failure. What do people think ? Angus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Depends a lot on driving style and setup. Which front ARB have you? If orange, then you can get away without a rear ARB. If anything meatier then it's a must. But all IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angus Posted January 5, 2008 Author Share Posted January 5, 2008 Front ARB is 1/2" dia, with (dark) blue rubber bushes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beelzebub Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 What about fitting it & leaving it disconnected That way you can try it with & without. D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speedmanual Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Rear ARB, being adjustable, can be used to fine tune the handling balance between understeer and oversteer. The difference on the 5 settings (including "disconnected") is quite noticeable even when road driving. I would recomend fitting it and enjoying trying different settings to find a set-up you like. Also recommend, when you get round to it and after a good few shake down miles, a full corner weight and geometry set-up to get the best from the chassis. Lots of threads on handling balance and set-up in the past pages of BC. Good blatting when you are up and running 6SpeedManual *tongue*There's no such thing as too much BHP per Ton 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsn Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Min e's good in the dry, leave it off in the wet. just personal preference I think, the car's squite different with and without Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slipper man Posted January 6, 2008 Share Posted January 6, 2008 I think it is quite important on circuit. Leaving it off is ikely to cause a lot of understeer on track. I am not a 'fiddler' on set up, but change the rear a/r bar settings quite often, and it does make a difference. Personally, I have more questions about the need for a front a/r bar - mine is always on its softest setting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Day Posted January 6, 2008 Share Posted January 6, 2008 Angus Have a chat with Gary May here. Maybe Paul Gibb would like to comment? HNY. Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Gibb Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 *wavey*Hello Mick, Angus, I am afraid that my limited knowledge of set up is all second hand from Gary the font of all wisdom on these matters. I have never run a rear anti roll bar on my Vx and my car handles fine 🥰 (admittedly not quite as nimble as a K) although it is very stiffly sprung & therefore not so good for kerb hopping . I can recommend his adjustable front anti roll bar which makes a noticeable difference to the handling and is very easy to use . Good luck with the building of your car. L7 FUN Edited by - Paul Gibb on 7 Jan 2008 00:35:52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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