Ideal Geometry

[parsonsj]

Originally Posted by Matt

If it is a true street car, even with some moderate autocross or lapping, don't get overboard with caster and camber gain; and choosing a suspension frequency "race car" high will make it terrible to drive on real roads. Be realistic.

Amen. Double Amen. Sing it to the heavens, my brotha!!!

Race car suspensions aren't really that enjoyable on the street. No doubt it's cool to take freeway off-ramps at triple their rated speed, but the rest of the time a twitchy, tire-wearing, bone-rattling, NVH on steriods ride will just annoy and tire you out.

Make your shocks adjustable, keep your caster and camber at reasonable levels, don't go for too-quick steering, and use bushings with some compliance.

jp