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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:24 AM
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Does anyone know the pinion angle (degree) that I should be running at 5.25" of lift in the front? I have adjustable upper and lower control arms that I am installing but I don't know what length I should adjust them to in order to get the right angle! Please let me know if you guys have any input. Thanks!
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:25 AM
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Belongs in tech - the For Sale section is for SELLING things.
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:27 AM
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MOVED TO ADV Tech
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:31 AM
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if you go to rustys off road site and call them they can give you a measurement to make your arms.
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by no rdplz
Belongs in tech - the For Sale section is for SELLING things.
Sorry dude I'm using the app on my phone...didn't realize I was in theen for sale listings...I know what SELLING section is for...***
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by freegdr
if you go to rustys off road site and call them they can give you a measurement to make your arms.
Thanks man I'll give them a call!
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 09:04 AM
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caster angle is more important than pinion angle.
Set the caster at 6-8 Deg. and your golden.
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by FrankZ
caster angle is more important than pinion angle.
Set the caster at 6-8 Deg. and your golden.
Got it...what physical part of the axle do you measure to check caster angle?
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The best place is the machined flat on the bottom of the Inner C since it is perpendicular to the Balljoint holes.
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