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trail

Learn what "trail" is in RC car suspension tuning, and how to use it to make your car easier to drive

Diagram of "trail" in an RC car

Some cars offer a “trail” setting that moves the front axle back so it “trails” the kingpin rather than being inline with it.

Typically, trail is set by using different steering blocks or in some cases eccentric inserts that hold the axle bearings and go inside the steering block.

More trail

  • Less aggressive steering

Less trail

  • More aggressive steering

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