More Straight-line Traction - RC Handling Guides

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Traction or grip describes how well your tires hold onto the racing surface. If they break loose because the car has too much power or the track itself is slippery, there are ways to improve the grip the car will generate.

This guide is for straight-line traction, that is, traction when accelerating in a straight line. For other situations, please check our Troubleshooting Guide.

Improving straight-line traction

Most impact

1. Pinion gear: smaller
2. ‍Weight distribution: move to rear (esp 2WD)
3. Anti-squat: more
4. Shock angle: outward at tower in rear / inward at front
5. Roll center: lower

Medium impact

1. Toe: more in rear
2. Tires: more square / less rounded profile
3. Track width: more in rear

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