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Originally Posted by Chad_W
Awesome data! Thanks for all the input.
Is it fair to say that not all roll is bad? Going completely flat around corners my be a desirable trait, but does that mean it offers the ultimate amount of grip? Can a suspension with a little bit of roll be grippier (like the new Miata for example)?
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Roll by itself isn't inherently evil. The side effects of roll can lead to reduced handling.
Redistributing weight (tire loading) can reduce the available grip. Flex in the bushings and chassis can lead to poor geometry.
Dampers:
If roll allows for more travel and better control from your existing shocks... that can be a good thing.
If you run high-rate springs without ARBs (like @Captain_Snooze ), your travel will be small. Some dampers are designed to react quickly and strongly... and that type of setup is the holy grail (excellent grip, ride, and handling).