Thread: Lifted P38 on air - questions

You are correct Sean.

Allowing for bump stop compression is also a good idea.

There is another way, but I'm not rich enough to pull it off...

1. Extend the pistons (rear only) by 1.5", fit longer air bladders (2" front and 3" rear).

2. TF144 shocks all-round.

3. Extend height sensors as desired.

4. Extend rear bump stops by 1" (solid not soft), leave front bump stops as standard.

5. Extend rear brake lines and ABS sensors by 3".

6. Weld a 3/4" angle bracket to rear axle for the springs to sit level-ish at height/articulation.

Done! Eliminates spacers and gets increased travel (3" at least in the rear).

Before anyone asks, I've already asked Arnotts if they'd consider a custom piston and bladder for one-off or commercial production. They flat out said no.

Cheers
Keithy

Jeese Keith, you've really been thinking about this.

I've decided to add a half height hockey puck to each axle pad. It'll add 12mm to the 75mm extended bump stops. OEMs are circa 60mm.

I had the car on its bump stops today and I jumped up and down on each corner. There was still movement before you could hear piston/top hat contact. So the extra 12mm or so will be my safety factor should I ever hit the bump stop or end up on them.
Hoping that will complete my lift.

Apart from adjustable panhard rods. And possibly the 12mm spacers on the radius arms.

I've bought the synergy double adjusters and some 7/8"-14 weld studs for the panhards. I'll get them turned down to press fit them inside the panhard tube. Then get them welded. Jobs a good un.

Sean
I'll be interested to know how those panhard adjusters go
Gary

I've just had a look this morning and noticed that as well as the tyre rubbing on the RHR chassis there is also some rubbing taking place on the LHR shock. The rub is occurring when the shock absorber makes contact with the back of the EAS sensor housing. Is anyone else having the same problem? Or is it the diameter of the Off Road Boss shock that is contributing to the problem?

The Panhard rod adjustment would rectify this too!

Gary

I've just ordered one of these
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Custom made to fit the 30mm OD and with the stronger 3/4" threads. I'm travelling next week and part of the following week but hopefully if delivery comes through fairly quickly I will have it welded and fitted by mid Feb. No more rubbing on maximum articulation.

Gary

Hey Gary - where from. The guys on ebay stated they'd be a month away from being able to make, and they wanted to see the rods to double check the o.d. If its those guys you're using, you're obviously a sweet talker.

Good on ya. I'll race ya to the panhard finish line!!

Sean

Yes, it's the ebay guys (Technico Automotive Components). Located not too far from you in Dingley Village. $65 each plus $14 shipping. I'm looking forward to trying them out

Gary

Originally Posted by davidsonsm

Hey Gary - where from. The guys on ebay stated they'd be a month away from being able to make, and they wanted to see the rods to double check the o.d. If its those guys you're using, you're obviously a sweet talker.

Good on ya. I'll race ya to the panhard finish line!!

Sean
Parts should arrive next week (whilst I'm away) but once I'm back the following week will take them along to get them pressed on and welded.pics to follow as soon as I get them
Finish line in sight.....
Gary

Originally Posted by davidsonsm

Hey Gary - where from. The guys on ebay stated they'd be a month away from being able to make, and they wanted to see the rods to double check the o.d. If its those guys you're using, you're obviously a sweet talker.

Good on ya. I'll race ya to the panhard finish line!!