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Old Nov 26, 2008, 10:57 AM
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Evo VIII Chassis Bracing/Stiffening
What really works? In which order should things be installed if not all at once? There are some extensive sets of braces out by some manufacturers (e.g. Cusco). Bracing from the nose to the end of the trunk. What really does the job to minimize chassis flex and keep the dynamics of handling limited to the chassis build?

I'd prefer experience/knowledge over opinions!

Thanks!
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Originally Posted by KazzEvo8
What really works? In which order should things be installed if not all at once? There are some extensive sets of braces out by some manufacturers (e.g. Cusco). Bracing from the nose to the end of the trunk. What really does the job to minimize chassis flex and keep the dynamics of handling limited to the chassis build?

I'd prefer experience/knowledge over opinions!

Thanks!
A welded in DESIGNED FOR RACING cage works. Front strut tower bars work, in theory. Filling sections of the chassis with foam works. Everything else is monkey bars.
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what he said^^^^
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That's all, basically, what I was afraid of... Thanks!
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