Suspension Set-up 14•5
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Brake Bias- Setup
NOTE
The brake bias system enables you to
change how much effort is transferred to
the front or the rear brakes.
1
Slacken off the locking nuts at the clevis
ends.
2
From the right hand side of the balance
bar. Turn Clock Wise for rear bias and
Anti Clockwise for Front Bias.
3
The diagram below shows the bias bar
set in the centre. This will allow equal
pressure to front and rear (Fig 8.1).
8.1
4
The diagram below shows the front bias
with the bar screwed over towards the
front master cylinder. This will transmit
more force to the front brakes (Fig 8.2).
8.2
5
The diagram below shows rear bias with
the bias bar screwed over to the rear
master cylinder this will apply more
force to the rear brakes (Fig 8.3).
8.3
6
The brakes should ideally be set up on a
rolling brake test machine as used by
MOT stations.
7
The bias should be set in the central
position to start with.
8
When on track you will be able to fine
tune your brakes. For the specific
weather and track conditions.
9
Once the brake bias has been set refit
the locking nuts.
NOTE
The adjustable bias is not legal for road use.
A fixed bar is available from Westfield
Sportscars. Part No.
