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RattyHHR 10-23-2017 02:37 PM


Originally Posted by Cat Man HHR (Post 831799)
Here's an idea. Maybe use a Jeep steering shaft for the added length.
It's a popular swap in A, F and G body GM cars. It might be a little long but you could shorten it.
Take a look at this:
https://bangshift.com/general-news/t...hed-rag-joint/

Perfect!! Awesome info. My rag joint looks pretty worn out. Seems pretty straightforward, especially since I don't have an engine right there. I like the increased room for headers too.

RattyHHR 10-23-2017 02:39 PM


Originally Posted by Oldblue (Post 831810)

Yeah the Watts link seems to make more sense to me. Didn't even pay attention to the panhard bar, I must have saved the wrong picture. Thanks for looking out!

RattyHHR 10-23-2017 03:33 PM

I'm figuring since I might be loaded down some days and just cruising on others, a watts link is gonna keep my rear centered better. Am I correct in thinking this?

Oldblue 10-23-2017 04:48 PM

Your panhard setup is cheaper and just as effective

Greybeard999 10-23-2017 05:24 PM


Originally Posted by RattyHHR (Post 831817)
I'm figuring since I might be loaded down some days and just cruising on others

Use an adjustable coil over setup.

donbrew 10-23-2017 09:39 PM

You should't have to worry about the left side. It's really just for traction not body roll. Right? Or do I have the wrong idea?

Oldblue 10-24-2017 09:02 AM

Correct, thats why NASCAR uses the panhard bar setup, with the driver able to adjust to control for traction

RattyHHR 10-24-2017 10:08 AM


Originally Posted by Oldblue (Post 831819)
Your panhard setup is cheaper and just as effective

Panhard bar it is

RattyHHR 10-24-2017 10:09 AM

Thanks for all the advice!!

07azhhr 10-25-2017 03:24 AM

Here is a good read on what a panhard bar is used for. It explains how it can be used to adjust body roll for better traction.

Panhard Bar Explained - FMI Knowledge Base

Here is another one I just found.

http://buildingspeed.org/blog/2012/08/01/trackbar/


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