top bumper stop
Posted: Thu Jul 15, 2004 9:11 am
I have read that some people have trimmed down the top bumper stop (front) to acieve more movement. Any advice on pros and cons ?
thanks.
thanks.
Here's a pic of mine.
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Posted: Thu Jul 15, 2004 9:32 am
Yep you can cut them down to about 8-9mm and use low profile Allen key bolts instead of the factory ones. Remember to Loctite them in though.
Here's a pic of mine.
Here's a pic of mine.
Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2004 10:17 pm
thanks heaps. Does the extra angle on the CVs have any adverse affect. Will I need to look at bigger CV "boots" ?
Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2004 10:26 pm
I did split a few CV boots after the lift (2.5") but since fitting Aisin manual hubs (from a Triton) I haven't had any trouble. Haven't blown a CV either and thats with a front Detroit locker.
I have found that the factory CV boots are the best (compared to the $20 Autobahn ones) but they are bloody expensive = $140 Ea
If your running tyres up to 33" the front suspension will cope fine but over 33" problems like bent idler arms / drag links and broken tie rods are regular events.
I have found that the factory CV boots are the best (compared to the $20 Autobahn ones) but they are bloody expensive = $140 Ea
If your running tyres up to 33" the front suspension will cope fine but over 33" problems like bent idler arms / drag links and broken tie rods are regular events.
Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2004 10:47 pm
thanks again. On the subject of tyres: what can I get away with on the GLX. I currently run 30x9.5. you've suggested that I can get away with 33's. will this be limited by the lack of "flares" on the GLX.
Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2004 9:16 pm
I run 235/85R16 (with adjusted speedo driven gear) on my NJ 2.8TDI and find them to be fantastic (when compared to the 30/9.5R15 on my previous NB petrol, not quite apples with apples). Hate to contemplate having smaller tyres. The only negative aspect is only just being in the "powerband " at 100km/h and hence having to use a bit of "welly" to maintain speeds over hills (100km/h at about 2500rpm). A small trade of for the increased clearance and tyre contact area.
Peter H
NJ 2.8TDI
Peter H
NJ 2.8TDI
Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2004 10:24 pm
After cutting the bump stops do you get aloud knock clunk or bang sound when top control arm is at max movement ? Can't find anything else in the front end worn to explain noise
TrevorC
TrevorC
Posted: Thu Jul 22, 2004 7:57 am
I know that you definitely do if you pull them out all together 
Cheers
Paul
Cheers
Paul
Posted: Thu Jul 22, 2004 1:17 pm
TREVORC wrote:After cutting the bump stops do you get aloud knock clunk or bang sound when top control arm is at max movement ? Can't find anything else in the front end worn to explain noise
TrevorC
my torsion bars do that! then again, so doe the rear end!
Posted: Thu Jul 22, 2004 10:36 pm
I had the same problem with noise after I modified my rubbers. Couldn't see any real problems so I kept an ear and eye out but the noise disappeared after a while. Still not sure if that's a good thing or not. 