This is my first experience even thinking about geometry and it’s really cool. I dive into all areas of my life like this so it only makes sense that I ended up here with Jeeps too lol.
Dave Kishpaugh's (Jeep West) geometry correction brackets are now available
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I still don't follow the obsession in this thread about rear steer. I don't shy away from tough obstacles and haven't really found it something that I specifically want (nor need) to address.
I don’t know if rear steer affects anything meaningful performance wise but it is really nice to not have to trim the wheel opening to account for the tire being pushed back during articulation.
the idea of being able to change holes with the upper CA's to influence control is not bad, and might work for some field trips. and could maybe flop from DD set to a better trail set up or climber.
the problem is most don't wanna bother with a sway disco never the less move a link.
i do have 1 lower hole on my rears uppers mount, IDK if i'll have reason to ever use or not. and i never calc'd what it's change would do, it was an afterthought b4 mounting.
the problem is most don't wanna bother with a sway disco never the less move a link.
i do have 1 lower hole on my rears uppers mount, IDK if i'll have reason to ever use or not. and i never calc'd what it's change would do, it was an afterthought b4 mounting.
Don't say this too loud, I commented about this a while ago and people didn't like it. I find it to be a silly proposition by Dave for the reason you mentioned.
The only reason for the multiple holes for me is to do testing, find the hole that climbs the best and leave it there. I will not switch holes between DD and trail.
a tall lift SA is really effected by this most and gets worse with more travel. whether it's effects can be blamed or felt is unknown to me.
droop moves 1 side of the axle in.............. rise moves the other side back, the amount is tangible
A 3/4” lower hole put my AS at 100% with the calculator. I can’t decide if I should go this drastic or try 5/8” lower as more of a happy medium.
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If you can't get the geo correction on in an afternoon...
I currently have an LJ and I'm trying to buy another for a considerably more involved build.
I don't imagine the difference between holes is big enough to justify moving back and forth, rather find the best position for a particular rig given it's specific build and use profile (DD, weekend wheeler, dirt every day), and leave it there.
That depends, how accurate are you with a hammer and punch?
After thinking about the difference between those I feel pretty silly haha
If you don't know the real weight of your rig, that little difference isn't going to mean anything. Weigh the rig and go back to the formula if you want to be more precise,
that's where i'm starting. my guestimation puts me at like 103%. and i also have the intention of hoping it will climb well.
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