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As I get further back into slot racing again, even with the COVID, I'm beginning to discover more about the changes in the products from my youthful days 50 years ago. I've read many posts about folks truing tires and understand the reason behind that. In fact, I have done it to great effect and thank the Slotblog posters who helped out.
The general questions are these:
1) What type of track surface might I use a medium or soft rubber sponge versus a firmer one? Back in the day all we had were American tracks. Today...lots of track surface options.
2) IRRA rules state that super glue and nail polish is allowed on front tires. I've heard tell of folks using those on the inside of tires to firm up the side to side flex in the corners. I assume this it to improve handling, but with a properly setup and weighted car as part of that, is this necessary or would tire compound choice be a better option?
3) I've also seen posts regarding overall width of a tire. I'm assuming that this too is a cornering improvement option. Too much tire, too much bite, yes? Or is there some other reason for narrowing the tire?
4) Any general info on tires and why I would choose one over another.
Thanks, in advance,
ScottH