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delb
10-18-2007, 01:13 PM
how does one decide whether to mount steering on top or down.wat are its advantages and disadvantages,what are the changes required in its calculations.how does one start any sort of steering calculations-can u suggest books or any other reference material for the same?

delb
10-18-2007, 01:13 PM
how does one decide whether to mount steering on top or down.wat are its advantages and disadvantages,what are the changes required in its calculations.how does one start any sort of steering calculations-can u suggest books or any other reference material for the same?

BenB
10-18-2007, 01:22 PM
packaging and CG height.

Normally it is easier to mount a steering assembly up high, but you can get a lower CG if you mount the it down low.

You should be able to get the same steering geometry no matter where you choose to mount the rack.