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Originally Posted by Ray 911s View Post
Why is the blade and pickup always in the front and so far ahead of the front wheels? Wouldn't it be easier to go faster if there wasn't so much length and mass after the turning point?
Iit's a matter of leverage. These cars want to go straight (solid rear axle with big tires). When the track curves, having the track guide or pin out front makes it possible for the car to follow the curve.

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