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Old May 15, 2007 | 10:06 AM
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Hey guys,


This weekend I attended an autocross event locally. - Noted it was a ton of fun, however my car had massive amounts of body roll. - When I would turn corners it appeared that the car did not want to move with me. - One guy even stated he saw my back left wheel come off the ground completely when taking a turn. - What are some measures you all are taking to help prevent this issue from occuring?

- Also how are some of you with FWD cars over coming some of the handling issues. - I've never had some of these issues with RWD cars, so any tips would be helpful!


Also i'll post pictures tonight!
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 10:13 AM
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I would imagine lowering your center of gravity would help some. I don't know how much. The lower it is though... the less the car can lean because there is less weight up top to lean. I'm curious too though. I've been looking into reducing roll more myself. Im interested to see what others say.
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 10:17 AM
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I installed the Neuspeed 19mm rear sway bar on my 225Q and it really helped in reducing body roll. Made the car feel much more planted.
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 10:20 AM
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I have that same 19mm rear sway on mine. I noticed the change a little but I want more. I'm looking at poly bushings all around... front sway, KW coilovers [1.5" lower] and DEFCON kit.

If that doesn't do the trick.... Im lost after that. I don't think they even make a rear strut tower brace for the TT. [at least I never see it]
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 10:26 AM
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This kit should help quit a bit. Stiffen up the suspension will help out alot. Also if you add some extra psi to the rear tires will help them break free and rotate in turns.
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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Hmm... When I read "Body Roll", for some reason... I think of the Truffle Shuffle. heh
 
Old May 15, 2007 | 11:22 AM
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hahaha. - I do now as well.
 
Old May 16, 2007 | 10:04 AM
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get bilstein coilovers if ya got the money well worth it
 
Old May 16, 2007 | 06:42 PM
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I would suggest leaving the front bar stock and just geting a nice thick rear one, like a 22mm or thicker... slap some coils on and your golden!
 
Old May 17, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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Upgrade your suspension, I suggest getting coilovers if your going to autocross. I've noticed that too, I touged my car in the backroads and i suffered from alot of understeer. I'm sure if you get a good suspension upgrade you will be good to go.

How do the TT's perform in autocross? I've been thinking about going to some events.
 
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