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Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
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03 Oct 2016 16:22 #173120
by Unrealmcoy
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Hello All,
Recently fitted a Trail Master 50mm lift to old Jim. Upon fitting I discovered the springs are not handed like the factory ones, a little strange considering these kits are made for specific vehicles but 'hey ho'.
My question is does anyone know the size of spacer needed for the front offside to correct the lean?
And is it a one size fits all scenario or are different depths of spacer needed for different lifts?
My thinking is that because the spacer won't compress (much) it won't do to fit a spacer that evens the length coils as once they are bearing the weight of the truck the offside with the spacer will become too long
I know Bits 4 Vits sell a single 1.25" spacer claiming to do the job.
it doesn't have to be 100% level but i guess have a meticulous nature
As usual any thoughts welcome
- Matt
Recently fitted a Trail Master 50mm lift to old Jim. Upon fitting I discovered the springs are not handed like the factory ones, a little strange considering these kits are made for specific vehicles but 'hey ho'.
My question is does anyone know the size of spacer needed for the front offside to correct the lean?
And is it a one size fits all scenario or are different depths of spacer needed for different lifts?
My thinking is that because the spacer won't compress (much) it won't do to fit a spacer that evens the length coils as once they are bearing the weight of the truck the offside with the spacer will become too long
I know Bits 4 Vits sell a single 1.25" spacer claiming to do the job.
it doesn't have to be 100% level but i guess have a meticulous nature
As usual any thoughts welcome
- Matt
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03 Oct 2016 19:22 #173127
by jackonlyjack
Replied by jackonlyjack on topic Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
1.25" how much lower does it sit ?
pretty sure most people go with 15mm spacer
Jack
www.bits4vits.co.uk/store/jimny/spring-s...erpro/prod_1285.html
pretty sure most people go with 15mm spacer
Jack
www.bits4vits.co.uk/store/jimny/spring-s...erpro/prod_1285.html
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03 Oct 2016 19:36 #173128
by kirkynut
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Replied by kirkynut on topic Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
I would go with the 15mm as I went with 1" and I've made it lean the other way! Until my fat arse gets in the driver's seat that is!
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03 Oct 2016 21:20 #173131
by Halford
Replied by Halford on topic Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
just measure the height on each side to the door handle "et voila" the difference = the spacer size required
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04 Oct 2016 10:14 - 04 Oct 2016 11:28 #173143
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Replied by Unrealmcoy on topic Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
After some measuring the front near side is up by 29 mm and the rear near side is up by 27mm (calculated by measuring from the wheel hub centers to the edge of the wheel arch)
However when measured at the springs the difference In length between the O/S and N/S springs when fitted is approximately 15mm front and back.
I'm going to fit a couple of 15mm as others have suggested and take it from there.
Il update this thread with the results once they're fitted.
However when measured at the springs the difference In length between the O/S and N/S springs when fitted is approximately 15mm front and back.
I'm going to fit a couple of 15mm as others have suggested and take it from there.
Il update this thread with the results once they're fitted.
Last edit: 04 Oct 2016 11:28 by Unrealmcoy.
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12 Feb 2018 17:02 #189288
by furo
2004 Jimny Mode: General Grabber AT3s (215/75/R15); Trailmaster 2" Lift; Jimnybits Snorkel; Jimnybits Front and Rear Recovery Points; Suntop Roof Rack; AVM Manual Hubs; Stainless Steel Exhaust System (SOLD)
Replied by furo on topic Correct Size Spacer To Cure Jimmy Lean
Hey bud, I have a similar issue with my 50mm Trailmaster lift - did the 15mm spacers sort it?
2004 Jimny Mode: General Grabber AT3s (215/75/R15); Trailmaster 2" Lift; Jimnybits Snorkel; Jimnybits Front and Rear Recovery Points; Suntop Roof Rack; AVM Manual Hubs; Stainless Steel Exhaust System (SOLD)
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