Z - Link

[wally8]

Hey Norm,



I was wondering when you'd chime in on this.

I would agree with your ranking given an open design platform. I like the 3 link if there's enough room for a good length on the links. It's a very elegant solution as we say.

For the confines of a stock vehicle is where I see the advantage of the Z. I also see the same advantage as you in that you can tune individual things without upsetting other things so much.

Durability is actually pretty good. The good quality pieces use a sealed roller bearing that holds up really well. The cheap way is to use the axle tube as the bearing surface for the birdcage. I wouldn't go that route on the street.

You're right on about the asymetrical tuning. This is exactly the reason they've been used in CT. My main focus here is good rear steer performance with short links in a symetrical design.

Wally