Torque steer is not a huge problem for me as I am still running almost standard XR2 stuff with 60 profile 14" wheels. May be worse once I eventually get round to changing the cam and fitting the twin DCNFs and free flow exhaust. I found a good article by Dave Coleman on the mini forum which explains torque steer in almost laymans terms.
http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=49272&mode=threaded Basically, the more work you do to your car to improve power and handling, the worse the torque steer will be. Manufacturers have spent millions trying to reduce it. Will be interesting to see how the new Focus RS copes with it. Bob Craig (Q2-267) Regards Robert ----- Original Message ----- From: "Matthew Wastell" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Saturday, December 27, 2008 11:51 PM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Re: Out to play I took mine for a quick blast as the roads weren't damp - just a bit greasey, my excuse was to return a light bulb then pick up some bits from the DIY store. I had my ski jacket on so didn't really notice the cold too much although like you my hands were a little cold but nothing to complain about really as I didn't brave it for as long as you. Looking forward to when the roads are a bit warmer so the tyres stick better. I'm sure the cold and greasey roads don't help with the torque steer. I did actually have a wonder if anyone knew the physics of why torque steer happens, something to do with gyroscopic forces or is it something completly different? Matthew in Hampshire... Quoting Bob Craig <[email protected]>: > Don't how the weather was around the country but it was glorious (but > cold) up here in Glasgow area. > Got the Q out this morning and gave it a wash, adjusted the tyre > pressures and went out to play for a couple of hours (and got milk and > bread for the wife - she thought I was just popping to the shops). > Need to remember to wear gloves and a bunnet next time - my hands and > ears were freezing but had great fun. > > Anyone else still using their kits? > > Bob Craig (Q2-267) > > > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
