alignment spec

[fvhopeful]

[FONT=Monaco]Just finishing prerace prep on my Caracle C[/FONT]
Have not run falken tires
would like some input on starting cold pressures.
what pressure or temps should I aim for when tires hot
Also what alignment specs should I start with.
Any thoughts or advise would be appricated
Thanks
Desmond

[G.B.]

I would start with:

1/16 toe-in at the back.
1/16 toe-in or out (depending upon preferance) at the front.

6 1/2 degrees total -ve camber at the back, setting the droop limiter to 3 degrees.
As much -ve camber as you can get on the front without it binding.

You'll never get the tires up to tempertaure so I wouldn't worry too much about that and start with pressures of 14psi front and 16psi back.

Its been a while since I've run in the F1200 series so these settings may have moved on in the meantime, but they will get you started. If any of the regulars disagree with the above, please chime in.

It is probably worth giving Bill Vallis a call too.

Hope that helps,
Guy.

[hojof1]

Desmond all of what Guy said is about what everyone pretty much runs. that should be a good base setup to start with.

the falkens have a really soft sidewall which takes some geetting used to, it doesnt inspire the greatest confidence or feel, but once you learn to trust it, its very manageable and you can be agressive with it.

[AVR_Shane]

We are finding that the tires do actually build up some pressure over a session. We generally start with the same pressures Guy mentioned, and finish with hot pressures around 17-18 all around, depending on the car and driver. Faster drivers/cars seem to like slightly higher pressures.

[fvhopeful]

Thanks everyone

that really helps out .

[hojof1]

i would also think you would be better off starting on the softer side with your shock settings rather than stiff. that will make the car a little "slower" in its response and feel. which would be a good thing if you've been away from the track for some time.