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Old 26-04-2009
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Originally Posted by noreargrip View Post
theres no real set up that will help anyone new to polished wood racing.the only difference in my car from drop in racings astro turf is going from silver all round to green springs.they are just one grade lighter.its just about being confident about sliding the car.almost knowing what the car is going to do before it does it.many people will change their car set up a lot without really felling much difference.just track time helps.throttle control for me is vital.i know you would think your car isnt moving that fast out of corners so its natural to give it loads.but wheelspinning cars move less.for me im only using full throttle about half way down the straight.
I've always found that throttle control was the main thing for indoors as you really control the entire car on the throttle, the steerings only there for minor corrections .

If I could get my 501x handling like your b44 i'd be happy .
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