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7. Rear Ride Height Adjustments
Kosmic Karts that have been produced from 2006 and beyond are equipped with a three
(3) position rear carriage adjustment. This is a nice feature with gives the owner ample
room to adjust the rear axle of their chassis. Each chassis comes standard with the axle
placed in the center position of holes. We highly recommend starting with the rear ride
height in the center and adjusting as needed once at the track. Typically the adjustments
here are not very frequent, however, when adjustments are made and in the right direction
positive gains will be found on the stopwatch.
Lowering the Rear Ride Height
This essentially means raising the axle to the top set of holes, which will conversely
lower the chassis position to the track surface. The typical reasoning behind this move is
to 'free' the back of the chassis, therefore, reducing the grip level. How does this work?
Essentially by doing so you have reduced the chassis effort to release or lift the inside
rear tire during cornering, which can be crucial in optimizing a racing Karts performance
(Note: Lifting the inside rear tire too much, will cause more negative problems than being a benefit
)
The benefit of this move will be noticed under braking also, with the chassis closer to the
track surface, general braking will result in a less nervous chassis.
Raising the Rear Ride Height
This is an option than can yield effective results, but rarely. This change will increase the
chassis rear grip level.
! Notice the chassis is in the center position!
! Notice the additional holes for adjustment!
J3 Competition Inc. – Kosmic Owner's Knowledge Packet
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