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Offline Grand Master Patch

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #20 on: 23 August 2009, 18:48 »
I run a 26mm front bar and 28mm rear bar on middle setting,you've had a taster as to how that feels.When i really push it i can get the back to hand out,plenty of fun :wink:

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #21 on: 23 August 2009, 18:57 »
What tyres are you running Patch?

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #22 on: 23 August 2009, 19:01 »
Not 100% sure,but i think they are continentals on the back and michelin up front,skinny 205's

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #23 on: 24 August 2009, 07:54 »
how pikey is it with a big rear arb? i like the idea of less oversteer but the mrs drives the car. Is it only on the limit you'll be getting lift off oversteer? or if she drives like mrs daisy will she be ok?

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #24 on: 24 August 2009, 21:55 »
how pikey is it with a big rear arb? i like the idea of less oversteer but the mrs drives the car. Is it only on the limit you'll be getting lift off oversteer? or if she drives like mrs daisy will she be ok?

Mine can be quite tail happy at normal speeds in the rain(30mph roundabouts),if you/your misses aren't up to controlling it then maybe you should consider a smaller bar.I've got used to mine now and know to feather the throttle when it starts to slide in the wet.

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Re: mk4 arb's
« Reply #25 on: 25 August 2009, 10:07 »
how pikey is it with a big rear arb? i like the idea of less oversteer but the mrs drives the car. Is it only on the limit you'll be getting lift off oversteer? or if she drives like mrs daisy will she be ok?

Putting a bigger rear ARB on will give more oversteer but if you go for something like the adjustable Whiteline one then you can set it up so it's pretty much perfect for everyday use.

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