TOY: RE: Drag link problem...

["Bud R" <budr@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>The drag link now hits
>the front cross member when I try to turn left which makes for a much
>wider turning radius than when I turn to the right. I have a ProComp
>adjustable drop drag link which we've adjusted to be as short as
>possible. It improved the turning radius to the left but still leaves a
>lot to be desired.

>Do I have to cut and weld the rod to make it even shorter? Any other
>options? I know some of you have done this before so please advise.
>Thank you...

Hi Shawn!
I have almost the same setup except that I still have the Skyjacker top leaf
but redrilled perches ( 1 3/8" forward)
I had to take about 1/4" off both ends of the S shaped part so I could screw
the ends into it a bit further.  I just measured the S shaped part which is
about 11" overall ( not including the screw in ends. )

	|<-------- 11 ------>|
	 ______             |
	|_____  \            |
	          \  \           |
	           \  \______
	            \_______|

To get this to work right, I set the wheels straight ahead and centered the
steering wheel.  Make sure the pitman arm on the steering box is straight
down.  Then adjust/trim the s link.  Mine would never in a million years hit
the front crossmember tho!  Been in an accident?  maybe you could clearance
it a bit with a grinder if needed.  But with it too long, it probably would
so nevermind the furthermore!  ( very old Monkees reference!)

I know some have said that you can't do the full 2" forward unless you have
crossover.  Still not sure why tho.  I think it will work but may put that s
link in too short of a position to work properly.  Will be all ears to hear
how it works out for you!  I plan on doing mine in the next 2 weeks.

Today's job is to replace the pretzeled tierod.  :(  No, not bent wheeling
some really cool place.  The truck slipped off the jack and landed with the
jackstand catching the tierod!  Checking susp travel without a ramp can be a
challenge...

HTH
Bud Rosenberger          87 SR5 4Runner- almost solid framed  :)
Arcade, NY                  85 SR5 Longbed
ICQ 27413472              35s on both!