Panhard Bar Question
09-19-2005, 01:10 PM
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Panhard Bar Question I recently ordered a lowering kit that included springs, BMR Weld-In Lower Control Arm (Anti-Squat) Brackets, and an adjustible panhard rod.
I am in the process of learning about suspension and am planning on installing myself. Any tips would be helpufll..
But my question is how is the panhard bar adjustible, and to what specifications should I adjust it??
I am in the process of learning about suspension and am planning on installing myself. Any tips would be helpufll..
But my question is how is the panhard bar adjustible, and to what specifications should I adjust it??
09-19-2005, 05:20 PM
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The new panhard bar is adjustible in length. Since the distance between the bar's mouting points changes with ride height, lowering the car can move the axle off-center. Use this adjustment to get the axle centered again after you are at the final ride height.
It's important to understand that the purpose of any PHB is to locate the rear axle from side to side.
It's important to understand that the purpose of any PHB is to locate the rear axle from side to side.
09-19-2005, 05:31 PM
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To check the rear is centered. You can tape a piece of string with a washer above the wheel well hanging down beside the tire. Measure from the string to the centercap on the rim (while the car is on the ground) and make sure it is the same distance on each side.