Grant 302
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What is the offset from the stock position? I didn't see it posted anywhere on the CorteX site.
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My understanding is strut is "offset" from the spindle and the wheel position is not moved. The problem is clearance between the strut and inside of the tire. Offsetting the strut gives you the clearance you need. Check the 18x10.5 wheels Cortex sells and their offsets.Grant 302 said:If it's between about 1/4" and 1/2" I'm going to get it. Much more than that and stock type offsets might poke out too much.
Just want to know before I pull the trigger.
NFSBOSS said:My understanding is strut is "offset" from the spindle and the wheel position is not moved. The problem is clearance between the strut and inside of the tire. Offsetting the strut gives you the clearance you need. Check the 18x10.5 wheels Cortex sells and their offsets.
neema said:compare: KW strut vs the Cortex strut
Last week I asked Filip a related question on my order and specifically on the drop ball joints and bump steer kit and here's his response.steveespo said:How does this affect the camber curve as the wheel travels vertically? This stands the strut up more, making the wheel move more straight up and down, I think this would create a more consistent camber and may require less static negative camber than the stock geometry. I may be wrong so would appreciate Filip's input here, I would think it would be a no brainer option if this is the case.
Steve
steveespo said:How does this affect the camber curve as the wheel travels vertically? This stands the strut up more, making the wheel move more straight up and down, I think this would create a more consistent camber and may require less static negative camber than the stock geometry. I may be wrong so would appreciate Filip's input here, I would think it would be a no brainer option if this is the case.
Steve
NFSBOSS said:Last week I asked Filip a related question on my order and specifically on the drop ball joints and bump steer kit and here's his response.
"Yes, you should get the drop ball joints and bump steer kit to go with it. The drop ball joints help manage body roll and camber gain which allows the car to be less stiff and have less static negative camber both of which are a good thing."
neema said:Bah, it worked on my computer when I posted last night. I'll repost in a minute
Grant 302 said:Thanks! And no worries about re-posting. Just saw copies this afternoon. That's a huge difference! With the way I have my front end setup, I think I could stuff 12" rims in there pretty easily.
Was there much difference between the stock Brembos and the Stoptechs?neema said:Not yet. Still coming back to reality after a long project at work. Didn't have time to do anything fun (and the car needs a lot of TLC). I've heard that Forgestar CF5s or wide (i.e. 12") F14s fit over 15" Stoptechs, so I'm going to sell these Welds and go that direction.