Thanks for the link pointer. To be honest I'm a bit confused by what is meant by the 'Ackermann link'. What part is this on the bellcrank steering of a car like the K2?
I had a play around with centre track rod length in RC Crew Chief and I think I understand the relationship now. I find it a bit harder to visualise with the bellcrack steering.
From what I can tell from the simulation, a shorter centre track rod = less Ackermann, longer = more.
I have just fitted the V2 hub carriers at the front, which also affect Ackermann (by using a shorter arm out to the steering track rod attachment point, they reduce Ackermann). I guess this is a similar adjustment at the outboard side.
Am I way off here?
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