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Old 08-17-2010, 05:44 PM
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I have been tracking the v3's for two and half DE seasons now and was wondering if anyone has any settings they could recommend for something more aggressive? So far I've only been using the recommended settings from the manual.
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There really isn't an answer for this. From memory the factory settings were pretty good and more than firm enough, but you can change things around to suit different track conditions, tyres/sizes, sway bars, power, weight etc.

If you've got time do some changes at the track and write down what it feels like and what difference it makes to laptimes. The hassle is doing the rear rebound as it needs to be dropped down to get to.

Sorry if this isn't the answer you're looking for but there really isn't one. Each car/mods/track etc is different.
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I use them with the compression completely closed +stiffer springs before that i found them to be too soft
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What springs do you run now flipo?
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There are too many factors that come into play to just throw numbers out there. Sway bar settings, spring rates, track surface, temperature, tires etc. all come into play. It is more important for you to understand the basic handling flow chart and get to work while you are at the track. If you make the jump to adjustable shocks, you have to be prepared to do the work. It's not that hard, but you need to know the basics to get the most from them.



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