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Originally Posted by bugeye guy
I've been thinking about adding bracing. Was there a noticeable difference now that our chassis are getting older?
It's drastically different even during normal driving. I was shocked how much flex there was in the body and how much it affected the handling. Adding it on in pieces has really helped me understand how each part affects the handling too. The center floor braces really improved cornering stability, especially on mountain roads with elevation changes. Then adding the Beatrush power brace to the front made the steering feel tighter and more agile, and in turn helped the cornering even more.
The latest addition was the least noticeable in my opinion, though I haven't had a chance to really push the car. The rear of the car does feel slightly more stable, but not enough to change the personality of the car. I don't know if that makes sense to you, but I can't think of another way to describe it at the moment.
However, I am thinking about using those rear braces as a starting point and adding to it as well as using the new bracing as mounting points for a diffuser/flat floor. I have to play around with fiberglass when I can figure out a good source at a reasonable price. Or, if I can buy carbon fiber or aluminum sheets to get things done more easily. I'm leaning towards aluminum because I want it to be a bit more stout and be able to take daily abuse. But that's a project for another time.