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Old 21 Jun 2001, 21:30 (Ref:108055)   #1
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Flatjack should be qualifying in the top 10 on the grid
Wheelbase

Does any one know what dictates the wheelbase of a race car.

I know that there are advantages from both side, that is long and short, but i do not know what they are.

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Old 21 Jun 2001, 22:39 (Ref:108073)   #2
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THR has a lot of promise if they can keep it on the circuit!
A 1997 Arrows has a wheelbase of 3000mm.

longer wheelbase makes it more stable
short less stable.

short wheel bases are used for hillclimb cars, rally cars

longer for cicuits.
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Old 22 Jun 2001, 06:13 (Ref:108148)   #3
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i am in the process of designing a car for the formula 750 championship, run by the 750 motor club, the design currently has a wheelbase of 2000mm with a total length of 3000mm with rear airfoil.

do you think it should be longer?
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