I just bought some Steeda Aluminum Steering Rack Bushings and If I install them one way I keep Factory Acherman Angle. but If I put them in the oposite way I will increase Ackerman Angle. What would I gain from Increasing the Acherman Angle?

 

IIRC, increasing the Acherman Angle would essentially give you a better turning radius at slower speeds (road course, around town), but since the steering in Mustangs is velocity sensitive (I believe), it doesn't make a huge difference when you're at a higher speed..


I could be a little off on this, it's been a while since I've study steering geometry.. Realistically, you'd probably be fine just keeping them at the factory setting, unless you plan on driving a little more aggressively..



JT

 

I'm building my car to do some AutoXing and maybe a road course or 2. so I believe I will increase the Ackerman. I sent Steeda this ? this morning and got no response so I called them before 5 and non of there tech's would answer the page the guy kept putting thru so He told me to call back tomorrow. But I want to get it done tonight[:@]

 

In case anyone reads this later here is what Steeda sent me.
"Increasing Ackerman will cause the inside tire to turn into the corner more. This is good for turn-in steering response and tight turns. This is great for autocrossingbut it increases the slip angle of that tire which will cause it to wear quicker. So if tire wear is a concern, leave it stock."

 

Sweet.. I wasn't sure your intentions, and I think I need to brush up on some of my suspension studies...


Just for sh-ts and giggles, what else do you have done to your suspension?? What kind of tires are you using, or planning to use for AutoX??



JT

 

Note much really
Eibach Front and Rear sway bars
Eibach Springs
KYB AGX adjustable shocks
Steeda Bump steer
Steeda X2's
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Waiting to get put in I have an IRS out of an 04 Cobra. Just need a catback and new brake brakets to put it in,