If you’re racing on the track or are simply in the market for a new set of curbs, you may be wondering what the best option is. Curbs can be tricky to install and can be expensive to purchase, but they offer the perfect safety net. They are also the most efficient form of speed control. Plus, they are portable and you can use them to your advantage, such as accelerating in a tight corner without having to hold the wheel.
Aside from saving you time, curbs can also add grip to the front tires, ensuring that you don’t go off track and end up in the ditch. This can also help you improve your cornering speed. One of the more common reasons for oversteer is when the front tires are allowed to exit the surface of the track, but they are redirected towards the curb to improve steering input and prevent wheel spin.
Aside from the traditional concrete curb, you can also opt for a less conventional approach. For example, you could purchase a concrete highway divider clamp. These are mechanical, rather than electrical, and are aptly named. The clamp is a simple pylon with a zinc-plated ring that keeps stakes in place, minimizing the mess and allowing you to install them without the hassle. While they aren’t exactly cheap, you’ll be able to buy one or two depending on how many you’ll need. Alternatively, you can get a chain and hooks package.
Although you can’t go wrong with any of the options above, the best approach is to find a combination that will work for you. You’ll need a sturdy and well-balanced suspension, but you don’t want a fragile chassis, either. To ensure your tires don’t flop around, you should also make sure you have a solid and secure tire seal. And, while you’re at it, you might as well check out the new rims on sale at your favorite tyre shop.
Of course, you can also choose to install the curbs yourself. Rather than relying on the professionals, you might want to take the helm of your own jackhammer. As you’re at it, make sure you don’t snag any of the aforementioned shards. But, if you’re going to try this, you’d better be armed with the right tools and know what you’re doing. In addition, you should probably do a test drive before you commit. Otherwise, you’ll be stuck with a car that has a lot of problems.
While you’re at it, you should also make a habit of using the proper sized jackhammer on the curb itself. After all, it can be a dangerous place to operate one. With the proper precautions, you should be able to perform the job without any ill-effects.