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Old 12-11-2008, 04:46 PM   #7
asphaltburner
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Re: torque steer

Yo! Cool!
My axle shaft lengths are only slightly different, as you well know. The '73 Dana 44 front axle differential is only offset by about 12". And I can't imagine that these 3/4 ton truck shafts will flex very much.
I really don't anticipate launching my 3/4 ton 4x4 with WOT in front wheel drive (or in 4x4, or RWD) anyway! I have a Camaro for that thrill!
FWD will probably be reserved for consevative gas mileage and traction (due to the proper weight distribution) in snow over long distance. I'll use 4x4 offroad in the mountains (creeping) and in snow, and RWD for general duty, so I believe I'll never even experience torque steer.
The subject still fascinates me, so I might have to test it out. Does a lower friction surface, such as gravel or snow accentuate the effect? Perhaps that reduces it, since the axles would have less tendancy to flex on acceleration.
And I DO have a factory steering stabilizer. Todd.
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