Ref the springs, and I'll be interested to hear some other points of view as it's been mentioned in other threads at times, I beleive the reverse to be true...
Softer = lower initial bite = less aggressive steering & less rear end bite. Body rolls more, as it rolls it applies load gradually, grip level increases slowly. Can be used on the front to prevent grip roll on high grip surfaces but can cause understeer on low grip surfaces.
Harder = higher initial bite = more agressive steering & more rear end bite. Body rolls less, load is applied quickly, grip level increases faster. Used on the front on low grip surfaces to prevent understeer but can cause grip roll on high grip surfaces.
I'm sure there is loads more to it as it also interacts with the surface smoothness, grip level, ride height, jumps, flat, etc, etc. But this is the basic theory I've been practicing up to now. It's a big balancing act setting the suspension and makes a massive difference to the cars potential so I'd be really interested to hear some other thoughts on the fundemetal theory to add to the car specific chats which happen regularly all over this site.
Nice idea on the thread by the way!
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