Tom Buban <biokiller@ameritech.net> wrote:
: Jon-
: I have 2 long lower arms on both sides of the truck. The 3rd link is on
: the drivers side arm. This is a new design idea we came up with. Seems
: to work great. That way everything is moving in the same arch. And yes
: the longer you make the links the better your articulation.
Interesting! So, if I understand it correctly, then what you have
is essentially a "2 link", if your point of reference is the frame,
even though there are 3 links on the axle itself. So, those two
frame points are responsible for all of the lateral stability as well?
If I understand it right, it sounds like your third link is actually more
of a structural brace than a link per-se.
Sounds like there could potentially be a lot of lateral leverage on those
two frame points, especially with the long main links. Was that a concern
at all and if so did you incorporate any design elements to counteract
any possible problems?
(I hope you won't take that the wrong way - obviously you have a lot
more experience than myself in regards to suspension design; this was
just something that came to mind and I'm trying to learn everything
I can at this point.) :-)
: I used Jonny joints for my link ends. The have steel sleeves that are
: surrounded by urethane. I know what you are talking about with the 3
: point hitch. That is more like a rod end. I used all rod ends on my
: steering links.
Thanks! I did a 'net search and was able to find some info on Johnny
Joints. (Pricey little guys!) :-)
: And yes, we made everything adjustable. This is not necessary, but gives
: you some"dial in" room.
Makes sense. :-)
---Jon-
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