Does this RUF caster angle look right?
05-27-2011, 02:55 PM
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Does this RUF caster angle look right?
I am finishing up the details on my 4runner RUF swap, and I am a little concerned the caster angle isn't quite right...
Do I need to get some shims?
Do I need to get some shims?
05-27-2011, 06:10 PM
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IF I were you I'd use string, a plumb bob, level, and calculator to figure it out. As 5-7 degrees is what I've read is perferred for large tires. I believe factory is 2-3 degrees. Been a long time since I was researching this subject. Pirate4x4 faqs has information on both. From the others I've seen looks like your front hanger needs to be dropped some.
05-28-2011, 06:30 AM
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If you have an angle finder, see below for a quick check:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/Shims.shtml#FAQ1
You typically want the front hanger dropped close to the amount the shackle is longer than stock. On mine, I run a +3.5" shackle and have the front hanger dropped 2.5".
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/Shims.shtml#FAQ1
You typically want the front hanger dropped close to the amount the shackle is longer than stock. On mine, I run a +3.5" shackle and have the front hanger dropped 2.5".
Last edited by 4Crawler; 05-28-2011 at 06:33 AM.
05-28-2011, 07:04 AM
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if you decide to shim, you might want to check your draglink clearance from your leaf springs at full lock before to see how much you can shim without hitting
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