Hi, Tim-you're welcome.
> Thanks Dave for the feedback.
>
> I don't think there was any question about being able to feel different
> amounts of damping. The question was is there a better ride or
performance
> increase by changing to tube shocks?
I take the point but how do you quantify a 'better ride' other than by feel?
Short of rigging a car with all manner of accelerometers and motion sensors
for comparative readings, I can't see any other method.
Ones that could be quantified, objectively rather than subjectively. What
may be "way too firm" for you
many be just right for me. But information like "It took me 4min 30 secs
averaged over 3 runs with the Koni's and 4 min 20 secs (okay I am giving the
levers the advantage--but just hypothetically mind you) with the Armstrong
lever shocks. Both in good condition. Track was at < you fill in here>".
This would be indisputable and would be fact. Also might prove that the two
shocks types are closer in actual track performance than one might think.
(Or not). It might just end up being a pure matter of taste. Whether you
"like" the ride of a certain shock or not.
Again, point taken and this would be an interesting exercise. However, I
think you would find a car giving the best track performance would not
necessarily be acceptable for even fast road use. This is naturally a highly
subjective matter but it would be equally interesting to see if anyone
actually does use a track car on the road as well.
Regards,
David Hill
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