Thread: for those running modded/lifted EAS

Those that are running modded EAS, as in lifted/extended travel bags, does it affect your castor, or do you run it lower when on the road.
If so what did you do about it?
Thinking of putting it back on my LSE, but an aftermarket version of it.

Originally Posted by Vern

Those that are running modded EAS, as in lifted/extended travel bags, does it affect your castor, or do you run it lower when on the road.
If so what did you do about it?
Thinking of putting it back on my LSE, but an aftermarket version of it.

In general...not vehicle specific.

If the vehicle is a front live axle, you may just get away with some castor shift on the front, and a toe change on the rear, dependant on the link arrangement. Most live axle front toe will not change, but the steering wheel position will. If the rear end has a panhard rod, as it is lifted it will drag the axle sideways, and twist the assembly. This will give toe out on one wheel, and toe in on the other. A centre yoke such as a Defender, should hold the toe settings pretty well if lifted. I cannot remember what lateral location is used, but if it has a panhard, the earlier comments apply.

If you have independant suspension, ala the current RR & Disco range, the front and rear alignment shifts as the height is altered. This does mean the alignment has to be set at the ride height you intend to use most. ( read hardtop ) or your tyre wear and handling will be less than ideal.