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Old 08-28-2009, 06:52 PM   #51 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Modshack View Post
Actually it's very easy to do on deceleration too where engine braking exceeds tire traction. Since the rear wheels can't spin up due to engine drag they hop when they lose traction. High end performance motorcycles now employ "slipper clutches" that slip just enough to prevent this kind of thing, like an ABS for track deceleration..
I've seen it done on a solid axle firebird braking HARD with R-comps. The weight transfered to the front enough to severely unload the rear axle. This caused the rear brakes to lock and activate the abs. Everytime the wheels locked the axle jumped cause there was so little weight on it.
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