Thanks for the explanation. I assume you have experience using it and feel it is an improvement to the suspension geometry? Are there any drawbacks aside from the possable added noise from the firmer bushing?
> Can anyone comment on these? I have had my Forester about a week and I
> > notice quite a bit of front end lift under throttle. This is especially
> > troubling while cornering. I first thought it was due to a shorter
> > wheelbase and taller ride height. Then I saw the anti-lift brackets from
> > Whiteline. My understanding is that with any suspension set up there are
> > compromises. What will suffer if these are installed?
> >
> > Anyone with experience with this mod?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Brian
>
>
> brian,
>
> the anti lift kit is a bit of a misnomer. it does not actually give
> you more anti-lift. it DOES address the anti lift geometry of the
> front suspension, which is why they originally called it the ALK, but > that's it.
>
> what it ACTUALLY does is eliminate any anti-lift AND anti-dive
> characteristics of the front end. in other words, it actually makes
> the front end softer. this is a good thing in that it ends up making
> the downward force more even... instead of lifting and spinning the
> inside front tire when accelerating out of a curve, it keeps it more > solidly planted.
>
> it will also increase caster from 0.5 to 1.0 degrees. this gives the
> steering wheel more "weight" and self-centering action. it has the
> addional benefit of creating more dynamic camber, leading to greater
> adhesion in corners. the bushing is the final improvement--being
> stiffer than stock it allows the front end to keep a more stable
> alignment when under heavy cornering loads.
>
> hth
> ken