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5.5 Geometrical drive axis / symmetrical axis

  1. The geometrical drive axis is the line bisecting the angle of the overall rear wheel toe. The measurements of the front wheels relate to this axis.
  2. The symmetrical axis represents the center line through the front and rear axes.
Fig 1: Identifying Geometrical Drive Axis / Symmetrical Axis
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