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A-FRAME MOUNT EXTENSIONS

Tech Talk for Rover owners.

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A-FRAME MOUNT EXTENSIONS

Post by awright »

I heard of a bloke who did a backyard A-frame extension to his Rover that it was the best thing since sliced bread but was a major pain to do.!

Then I heard from another mate that he was looking to import one from the UK that was all geometrically correct, and corrected the diff angles etc. for a 2 inch lift.

This seems like a great idea because it would correct the pivot points back to factory tolerance with a 2 inch lift and ease the strain on your rear CV or plate and if everything else is 2 inches lower why shouldnt the A frame mount be as well. The beauty of the "import" is that it is also a straight-out bolt on mod. But the question is has anyone had any experience of A-frame extensions or any feedback on this?
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Post by Tim D »

i have heard a rumor that mal storie,
http://www.4wdworld.com.au/products/maxidrive/
makes longer "balls" for the a-frame, for lifted vehicles.

hope that helps. ;)
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A-Ball

Post by Smithy jnr »

Check with Andrew at Les Richmond Auto, he supplies A-Ball bolt on relocation kit.
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Post by Davidh »

Just check if your ball joint actually binds on drop, as i've found mine doesn't with a 3" lift.
I'm sure you'd need it with 4" or bigger.
It'd be a waste of money if your joint doesn't suffer.
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Post by hook »

There is one in the US http://www.rovertym.com/aarm.htm
I have asked LRA but had no joy, I would like to know if they do one , as I'm looking for one.
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Post by HSV Rangie »

make your own.

Michael.
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