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      09-26-2017, 10:11 PM   #7
Ric in RVA
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Drives: '11 BMW 128i Sport 6mt
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Originally Posted by 1spirit View Post
Yes, good observation! Constant push through the corners...

I've tried more tire up front (255), and although it reduced some of the understeer, I very much disliked the feel and responsiveness on the 8.5" wheel. Sloppy is one word to describe it.

I'll be happy to run more tire when I can fit a wider wheel up front. Plan is to eventually install the 1M front bumper/fenders to make that work!

I may consider the rear bar but only as a last option...

Totally agree it needs to rotate more!
Been thinking about that a while. Perhaps the early release of brakes is allowing weight off the front. Maybe try braking later, harder and trail braking into the corner to get it to rotate. Basically sticking the nose down with the brakes and leaving the rear light to allow rotation.

Bigger bars only lessen traction at that axle and I agree stay away as long as you can but you have to get balance and it will transform the car. Having to back off to dial out that understeer is no fun.

Maybe less toe in front and rear too.
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