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Old 04-27-2009, 08:58 PM
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Default both feet in....

The "both feet in" rule not only can save the running gear, it's main purpose is to allow the car to skid in a predictable (linear) manner so other cars can steer around it. If the wheels aren't locked up it can change directions and have an unpredictable trajectory.
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