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Old 05-27-2013, 12:19 AM   #17 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by renault_megane_dci View Post
how about using scooters 10 or 12" wheels and tires next time ?
I can't see them being less FE friendly than go kart items ...
I have seen them use wheels from a Yamaha PW50. Not sure the exact size, but pretty small.

They would require a bit of mods to the bodywork to use, but it's not a bad idea. It would reduce the scrubbing while cornering significantly and I'm sure the smaller contact patch would give better coasting. The small/wide kart slicks are definitely a big disadvantage for rolling resistance and also limit our gearing.

I don't know if he'd go for it though - he really liked the fast cornering!


Jay
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