The torque tube system from Strange Oval certainly improves
control of the car in very high-horsepower oval track racing. Unlike standard
driveshaft setups that have rubber isolation mounts, torque tubes enclose the
driveshaft inside a tube, forming a direct connection from the transmission to
the rear end, thereby improving rigidity of the overall stamped structure. The
alignment is much better with these rigid connections, and tramlining due to
driveline windup is greatly reduced, resulting in more consistent power
application and therefore balancing of the car.
As a positive case in point, good for both dirt and asphalt
tracks. This prevents unnecessary driveline flex and promotes a chassis that is
predictable and responsive during corner transitions. And, more importantly, it
allows the suspension to work properly, which allows for traction and corner
exit. Some of the other advantages, like reduced maintenance issues, come from
designing Strange Oval's systems to take a beating during extreme use. Whether
in a Super Late Model or a sprint car, the torque tube system is an important
upgrade for faster, more stable, and more repeatable lap times—a very worthy
aim for winning teams.