The formula to calculate Tire Stagger (TS) is:
\[ \text{TS} = \text{RS} - \text{LS} \]
Where:
Tire stagger refers to the difference in circumference between the tires on the right side and left side of a vehicle. This measurement is crucial in racing and high-performance vehicles to adjust handling characteristics. By having different circumferences, the vehicle can achieve better cornering performance and stability.
A positive tire stagger (where the right side tire is larger) can improve cornering by causing the vehicle to turn more easily to the left. Conversely, a negative tire stagger (where the left side tire is larger) can help with right turns. Properly adjusting tire stagger helps in optimizing vehicle performance for different racing conditions.
Let's consider an example:
Using the formula to calculate Tire Stagger:
\[ \text{TS} = 85.5 - 83.0 = 2.5 \text{ inches} \]
This means that the Tire Stagger in this scenario is 2.5 inches.