How the distance between upper and bottom wishbone is important

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The discussion highlights the significance of the distance between the upper and bottom wishbone in car suspension design, particularly for a 3D model of a tilt light car. A lower placement of the top front wishbone and a decrease in its width could affect the vehicle's handling and dynamics, raising concerns about the knuckle's positioning within the wheel. Historical references, such as Enzo Ferrari's GTO, illustrate how weight distribution and material choices can mitigate potential issues in suspension geometry. The conversation emphasizes that while modern designs face different challenges, the fundamentals of suspension geometry remain crucial. Understanding these factors is essential for effective race car suspension design.
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How the distance between upper and bottom wishbone is important. I design 3D model of tilt light car and I have problem with 3d model because I can't place the top front wishbone high. In technical view and dynamic aspect, what's happen if I place the top front wishbone lower, decrease its width and position knuckle asymmetric in the wheel, how much knuckle could be position low inside in the wheel
 
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race car suspension class Jul22-09, 12:03 PM
 
Car 101 - Go back to Enzo's GTO and look at that. OK, you might think that a 12 cylinder gas engine would be really heavy. Think that over again. Surely that car might be heavy enough to cause problems on the track - think that over, too. All aluminum body-panels and welded steel-tubed frames took care of that. Front-end geometry is rather trivial when compared to some of the issues that car designers dealt with over 40 years ago.
 

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