Vehicle Configuration Options; Configuring The Camber - Conrad 2330830 Notice D'emploi

11. Vehicle configuration options
a) Configuring the camber
The camber is the inclination of the wheels as viewed from the front (vertical).
Negative camber
(Upper wheel edge points inwards)
The alignment of the wheels is exaggerated in the two diagrams to show the difference between negative
and positive camber. Obviously, such an extreme adjustment should not be made to the model vehicle!
• A negative camber on the front wheels increases the lateral forces on the tyres when turning corners. This makes
the steering wheel more responsive and reduces the steering force. At the same time, the wheel is pushed onto the
axle leg in the direction of the axis. This offsets axial bearing clearance and results in smoother driving.
• A negative camber on the rear wheels reduces the tendency of the rear of the vehicle to swing when turning corners.
• In contrast, a positive camber reduces the cornering force on the tyres and is generally not recommended.
Adjusting the camber of the front or rear axle:
To adjust the camber, turn the screw (A) on the upper sus-
pension arm.
A suitable open-ended spanner can be used to turn the
screw (not included).
This screw has a left and right-handed thread, therefore
you do not need to remove the suspension arm to adjust
the camber.
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Positive camber
(Upper wheel edge points outwards)