Does a TA need a rod end as a PHB and LCAs do?
08-25-2003, 10:06 PM
#1
Does a TA need a rod end as a PHB and LCAs do? I know that for LCAs and PHBs that it needs at least 1 rod end for proper movement and to minimize/eliminate any binding. (learned that from Trackbird!) But does it matter for the front mount on a Torque arm? (spefifically Spohn because its one of 2 or 3 that uses its own crossmember) Does the front portion of the arm see enough or the right movement for it to need one? Unfortunately, I already have mine and I hope its not too late for me to swap it if I need to. I went ahead and ordered the poly end without researching, and I was wondering if Im going to be able to swap it out? Thanks
08-25-2003, 11:36 PM
#2
Re: Does a TA need a rod end as a PHB and LCAs do? Poly works pretty well in that location, but like anything that rotates (when a wheel drops into a hole, it will twist the arm), a heim joint is a very good (better?) choice. However, in this case, I don't think it is worth the cost of sending it back for the difference that you'll see (or not see). It is a good choice, but I don't think I'd worry about it at this point. On a cost to benefit ratio, it is not likly worth the money. (I'd keep yours....you'll be fine).
08-26-2003, 12:17 PM
#3
Re: Does a TA need a rod end as a PHB and LCAs do? So in order to use a rod end, the arm will have to be modified? Is it possible for me to just buy the end and replace it? Thanks for your input and if I dont decide to mess with it, I hope that it does fine.
08-30-2003, 12:52 AM
#6
Re: Does a TA need a rod end as a PHB and LCAs do?
ok so question... i got the boxed LCA's and they have no rod ends is this bad???
https://ls1tech.com/threads/showflat...21&fpart=1
It depends on what you want to do with them. They work ok for drag racing (and not much else).....