Hi Roger in Vegas,
I have a t-16. Maybe i can help with the questions. I drive mine around the block once every other week or so to keep everything moving. It leaves small white lines on the asphalt that go away in about two weeks. The two outer sticks are the brakes, which in my case do not work so well. The two inners sticks are the rear end clutches (differential). I seem to be able to navigate with those fairly well. The faster you are going or the quicker you accelerate the better they work. I can atest to this as in one of my first trips i tried to make a left turn at about 20 mph, after it stopped spinning and i cleaned out my shorts i looked at the street and there was no noticeable damage to the asphalt just the same white lines ( also learned to pull on the stick a little lighter at speed). I believe mine is around 500 lbs lighter than a fully dressed t-16 as the armor has been reduced in gauge. If you ever come to CA you are more than welcome to come see it. I am currently trying to register it and obtain street legal status. I will let you know how that goes.
Hope that helps
Rob
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