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  1. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Most of the failed links were a result of not enough ground clearance and the link failed from a force perpendicular to its length. I will just start bending links and see what it takes. J
  2. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Honestly this sound sounds like a great idea. So if we did this the only adjustment we would need would be for toe changes, which is very minimal. I think we will pursue this idea. Now, on to the next question.. how strong do I need these to be? I found a source for some nice chromoly...
  3. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Yes, are actually using a one off subframe. We can mount the links as required. J
  4. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Jakub, That is the common approach that a lot of teams have been using, either slotting the holes in the strut flange, or reworking the upright. This presents a couple of problems to us. During a race there are only two 20 min service times allowed. During this time we have to fix anything...
  5. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Exactly my thoughts the drag link will retain its softer rubber bushings, but be inforced to take the abuse that a rally could give it. In stock form its a stamped c channel, but we will go ahead and box it in. Thanks for all the help guys. I will post some pics and some alignement results...
  6. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    But only to a minor degree right? I would have to measure to see what an additional degree or two would do to the bottom of the tire. Really we are talking about a max adjustment of +- 2 degrees. With an offset of 1/8" total (both sides cumulative) for toe adjustment. J
  7. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Thanks for the help. You state that camber control is via the strut. From the factory the strut is mounted with to bolts through the upright and does not provide any camber adjustment. In the past we used an offset bolt to adjust the camber in the top hole. The changed the wheel camber...
  8. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Thanks for the response and questions. We are hoping to replace the factory setup with adjustable units for toe and camber adjustment. The diagram I posted would represent both versions. The green and red links are parallel to each other and the same length. They mount to the same position...
  9. SubieDude

    Lateral Link replacement

    Hey everyone. First off hey, first post. I will apologize if this thread is confusing, as I am not really an engineer. I am however a race car builder in the Pacific NorthWest. We are currently building a Subaru Impreza to compete in Rally Competition nationwide. The rules of the...

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