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Daves customs unlimited universal front 3 link kit is an excellent option for the person that wants to do it themselves. Testing and tuning the three link will make a dramatic difference in the way your car handles, most noticeably the lower roll center in the rear will produce much more body roll in corners. Book cover of steve smith dirt late model race car chassis complete. Like the fox suspension, there are two lower control arms, however unique to the s197, the rear coil springs arent on the control arms, but rather the axle tubes. In most offered kits the links are adjustable to dial in the desired suspension preload and pinion angle. This article explains the workings of the 4link suspension and the tuning methods used to maximize its performance under various track conditions. The 3 link the 3 link is also just like it sounds, sort of. A newer style that is only just now becoming stock in just a few vehicles and that works well as performance type of suspension. Classic mustang suspension and disc brake conversion kits for your vintage pony car. The ns6490 speaker was designed for both professional and home entertainment enthusiasts with the capability to deliver a full, clear, and tight sound response. Poor front or rear geometry on a link suspension will make cornering exciting and emergency handling downright dangerous. Four link components from tube kits to suspension packages in stock.

The audiophiliacs bestsounding bookshelf speakers cnet. Its one of the first projects youneed to do on your hotrod. Car hooks good on tacky but is terrible off the corners on dryslick. And a single upper link is connected to the top of the axle center. Shock tuning and hydro bumpstop tuning tj stretch episode 7 duration. In order to fully optimize the new suspension we recommend using the 3 link competition frontrear shock and spring assembly which uses a stiffer shock. Discounted tci engineered custom rear suspension kits 4 link, 3 link, torque arm, trianulated etc. So in my case using 3416 rod ends, i must have at least 34 of an inch threaded. Bottom line though is that a front suspension is easier than a rear suspension in some ways. I received an email several weeks ago from a faithful reader regarding what some of the basic principles around a dirt track swing arm suspension. This episode is all about the 3 link suspension we are building on the ranger. I researched a full year on pirate4x4 prior to tackling my rear 4link suspension on my fj40. The s w laser link features the optimum in tuning adjustments, 144 possible instant centers.

This thesis outlines the process of designing a three link front, and four link rear. Check out the video below for a quick overview of this system and why its a musthave for any serious racer. The most general rule of thumb is that they are a very forgiving type of suspension. The 3 linl is easier to fit around engineexhaustetc. Street or track rear bilstein 3 link system weve had such a good response from of our bilstein front coilover system we worked tirelessly for 2 years to bring you the complete package introducing our bilstein 3 link coilover system.

We have put together all the highest quality components into a universal kit. Set your 4 link rear suspenstion right for ultimate speed and bite. To address the needs of the hardcore protouring and gmachine market, art morrison has released a 3link rear suspension. Theres a couple reasons why you would choose a 3 link setup vs a 4 link with the main reason being packaging. The key to correctly designing and tuning a 4 link is to understand the significance of these two factors. Daves customs unlimited universal front 3link kit is an excellent option for the person that wants to do it themselves we have put together all the highest quality components into a universal kit. If you want to go long travel you convert the suspension to a true 3 link with a single upper, two lowers and maintain the pan hard bar. Cg, but if a 3 link can do the job to your satifaction then. If it is hard to put all of the bolts in the mount holes, put in as many as you can then use a. Unmatched in strength, reliability and quality, the adjustable 4link suspension system uses the finest nas hardware available and is compatible with several different sizes and designs of rod ends, including 78 and 34.

Compare universal johnny joint style front 3link conversion. The possibilities are literally infinite in theory. Like the front system, the vertical separation of the links resists the drive and braking torsion. Some of our 4 link kits come with highdurometer rubber bushings for a quieter ride, or polyurethane bushings at the link ends, while others come with spherical heim joints or can be upgraded to them. Philharmonic audio loudspeakers are designed to meet the needs of audio enthusiasts who value serious engineering over exotic wires, designer capacitors, or cabinetry fashion statements. This information applies only to 4link rear suspensions having links floated on the rear axle with all links running forward. Chassis and suspension setup for dwarf and legends cars. These three main variants of the link style suspension are the four link, three link, and angled arm setups. The rear springs are mounted on the lower trailing arms, which create a motion ratio for the rear springs separate. Its a 3 link setup with very soft springs and no sway bars front or rear for. Jan 25, 2005 i personally do not know much about 4 and 3 links but what i do know is from seeing what works if you have 800hp id say go with the 3 link because you still can get axle wrap with a 4link i also believe 3links are easier to make than 4 links. We explain anti dive and anti squat and how to use the 3 link calculator.

Some of our 4link kits come with highdurometer rubber bushings for a quieter ride, or polyurethane bushings at the link ends, while others come with spherical heim joints or can be upgraded to them. Chassisworks second generation gbar and glink suspension systems represent. The center link will be straight up and down only at 14 and 34 travel. Left rear shock in front when more drive is desired and right rear shock behind when car needs to be tighter on entry. Ive taken a look at several alternatives out there and believe this is the best solution for what i want to accomplish. Check out this cool video from a dirt modified at kennedale speedway park. Design of three and four link suspensions for off road use.

Tci uses all new parts and offers the most standard options. Choosing the right shocks, coilovers or air, reservoir of mono tube all details will be discussed, plus ian builds a mock up chassis and gives stepbystep instructions on how to calculate and build his favorite set up. The problem ive had with my stock fj80 front suspension is the following. Need some ideas on how what changes to make to a 3 link short bar lr and long bar rr.

Allowing for more rear end articulation without any bind and combined with an adjustable watts link track locator, this is the perfect suspension for. Fab quest home of desirable and unique muscle car, street rod and custom car parts. Complete bilstein 3link coilover system is 30lbs lighter than the leaf spring. The 3link rear suspension includes the 3link frame, forged aluminum lower control arms, rodend adjustable upper trailing arm, axle mount banana bracket, koni coilover shocks, coilover kit, and springs, panhard bar, all fasteners, and bushings. It a pain in the ass to fit a fully triangulated 4 link setup under the front of your rig which is why you see a lot of people running a 4 link in the rear and a 3 link setup in the front. Theres actually still 4 link bars holding the axle in place, but in completely different orientations. We explain the difference in 4 link and 3 link suspension. This kind of suspension always has some kind of panhard bar to keep the axle centered.

The triangular layout of the top links resists sideways motion, and the lower links resist thrust. Suspension components, front suspension components, rear suspension systems, rear 4link suspension drag race sportsman 4link crossmember sportsman 4link for chassis pro 4link level 1 pro 4link level 2 4link suspension pro street ladder bar suspension pro street ladder bar suspension. Realistic suspension for beginners 3 link suspension youtube. Rear suspension design three link four link two link. Vw knuckle on the shelf, but i cant help noticing when i pass them both. Universal front 3link kit daves customs unlimited, llc. Left rear shock increase compression on slick race tracks 9010 shock should be used with all pullbar applications. Different types of suspension joints dirt every day extra duration. Toyota fj80 land cruiser 3 link front suspension w. Tuning your fourlink suspension system drag racing. Ive decided to put in a front three link suspension to replace my stock radius arms. Taking a look at the threelink suspension with some of the industrys experts. The next type of link suspension is the threelink style. Also, because there are two bars limiting movement, the links need only be half as strong as a.

How to install a four link suspension camaro performers. It got one minor adjustment, but has largely worked. We do not use a standard off the shelf shock that simply fits in the space. From rebuilding it to modifying it to building from scratch, we will be constantly adding more tech to this page. A three link setup retains the solid axle and lower links of the fourlink. Each laser link comes complete with grade 8 hardware. Youve still got got the lower bars generally in the same place holding the axle from moving front to back. Left rear shock increase compression on slick race tracks. Apr 01, 2008 suspension designs three and fourlinks weve grouped these together because they are essentially identical when viewed from the side. This was filmed in june of 2014 at kennedale speedway park. Rear end positioning is easily adjusted forward, backward, side to side and up and down.

Upper link axle mount, if using the ffr moser axle skip to the next section since the upper link bracket is welded to the axle. Page 3 discussion area for general topics regarding suspension tuning. Weld on lrs trilink coil over rear suspension kit with springs, shocks, linkage, brackets, torque arm and all mounting hardware to suit clients. Apr 09, 2012 our 2 link is 50 long, we prefer a 2 piece drive shaft. Sale total cost involved tci rear suspension kits 3 link. Need some ideas on how what changes to make to a 3link short bar lr and long bar rr.

Test fit the two halves of the upper arm mount together. We offer total cost involved suspension along with fabrication items, wilwood brakes, excellent customer service and discount pricing. Drag race 4link suspensions chris alstons chassisworks. With offtheshelf shocks, you generally dont have enough. A complete guide to setting up and adjusting the dirt late model and 4link suspension. This huge step forward in rear suspension technology for your 6573 mustang completely replaces the heavy and nonadjustable leaf springs and stock type shocks with a fully adjustable, modern system. Dirt track swing arm suspension basics hogan technologies. The entire front suspension radius arms with bushings is too stiff so the rear suspension unloads a lot quicker than the front. Apr 10, 2018 we explain the difference in 4 link and 3 link suspension. I was thinking that youre more likely to find a 3 link in an older truck than in a newer truck. Im building a sportsman car and we can run 3 link with a long or short spaniard bar or a j bar. Tci parabolic 5559 chevy pickup truck 4 lowering rear leaf kit. If you arent too familiar with the setup of an s197 rear suspension, its basic layout is a standard 8.

A missing links197 threelink suspensions racepages digital. Can you guys tell me how you get so much travel or steer in your left rear on a 3 link suspension. By reading this book you will discover all the proven methods on. Sale total cost involved tci rear suspension kits 3 link 4 link.

Tsps popular triangulated 4link rearend kit is designed to work with a 3 axle tube and has 3position shock mounts to make it easy to set the desired ride height. It is really a 3 link with an added upper control arm. Tci 4754 chevy pickup truck 4 link rear suspension kit. Tuning 4 link rear suspensions for the drag stripleaf springs rear suspension systemtriangulated 4 link rear suspension systemparallel 4 link rear suspension system3 link rear suspension system. Rear clips 3 link information new 3 link rear clips now available. Realistic suspension for beginners 3 link suspension. Over the years, drag racers with door cars have gone through all sorts of suspension arrangements. When designing a 3link suspension the upper link can be offset still parallel to the chassis centerline to the passenger side to counteract the torque transmitting through the rear end housing on acceleration. For the rear what toyota came up is an illusion of a 4 link. This information applies only to 4 link rear suspensions having links floated. A threelink setup retains the solid axle and lower links of the fourlink. How to choose a custom suspension, building a double triangulated 4 link, plus rock racing from jellico, tn. This article explains the workings of the 4 link suspension and the tuning methods used to maximize its performance under various track conditions.

There is a 4 link and 3 link calculator on pirate, make sure you get the 3 link or your numbers will be off. The four link rear suspension shown in figure 4 three link front left and four link rear right uses four primary links and no secondary links. Ride height changes and corner weighting are a snap to adjust and transform. Canted4bar suspension conversions chris alstons chassisworks. Here two links are connected below the axle, one at each end. Weve taken the knowledge from running thousands of miles of trails and developed suspension kits with optimized geometry for unmatched bindfree suspension performance. The two most critical factors to the performance of a 4 link suspension are the link lengths designed into the suspension and the angles to which the links are adjusted. There are two main types of fourlink rear suspensions, each using four. However, over time a few styles of rear link suspensions emerged as the tried and true design compromising all aspects of performance along with safety, predictability, and ride quality. This unique camera angle shows exactly what is happening in the rear end of a 3 link.

This suspension system has all 3 links running parallel to each other. We strive to provide the most accurate loudspeakers possible at an affordable price. Street or track rear bilstein 3link system street or track llc. As you can probably guess, the difference between the three and fourlink designs is the number of links required to locate the rear axle.