SE-R Spec V torque steer

permalink · Jun 2nd, 2003, 02:50 PM

Since this forum restricts new users, im forced to ask this here.

Does anyone have a solution for the somewhat dangerous problem of torque steer in the new Sentra models? (i dont know if it was a problem in older models) I have a 2002 SE-R Spec V that I've driven about 13k miles in and love it, but the torque steer is an ongoing problem. I don’t know if this is a problem with the spec V's suspension?

For those that don’t know what I mean:
In a tight turn under acceleration, the front wheels do not straighten out smoothly. The car pulls to the left or right somewhat unpredictably. I have to wrestle the wheel to get the car back on track after a hard turn.

Ive done my share of suspension design for mechanical engineering projects and I fear that the torque steer problem is with the wishbone geometry, not with the springs.

Does anyone have a solution?

stealthb14 · Jun 2nd, 2003, 03:00 PM

Wow...actually, your best bet is to read through some old posts in the QR25 and B15 Forums by searching "Torque Steer" if you can't find the answer, or have any more questions, don't hesitate to post it here, and I'll see what I can do to move a copy of this thread to the B15 Chassis Forum.

Lurker Above · Jun 2nd, 2003, 08:25 PM

someone here said it was because of unequal length drive shafts so it's inherent with the spec v. i noticed it the first week or two i drove it, but it's almost unnoticeable now. you'll need to modify your driving habits, i feel...don't goose the throttle while making a turn. if you're at a light and turning, give it gentle power until you're straight then pour it on. if you're making a corner at speed, delay applying gas until after you've cleared the turn. this is my first fwd car, i came off an s14 (the drift king) so i had to learn quick

permalink · Jun 3rd, 2003, 10:51 AM

Yeah it seems to be a combination of poorly designed half shafts and too little caster.

I agree with you on how to avoid the problem, but it seem to equate with driving slower. If I'm not maxing out the traction on the tires, im not going as fast as i could.

Does anyone know if they make after market half shafts?