Radius rods

[thomas]

Hey Fred, How do I hook up the radius rods without twisting the frame? Is there a certain way, by counting the turns or measuring? Any information from anyone reading this thread would be grateful.

thomas

[tfeverfred]

On the Total radius rods, the measurement is 36" from eye to eye. In other words, centerline of the opening in the rod end of the front to the center of the rod end in the rear of EACH radius rod. It is the same on the rear as well.

You will notice that when the front spring assembly is mounted on the front axle, that there should be VERY LITTLE or NO movement. When you set the axle assembly in place the rod ends should line up. If they do not, adjust the rod ends, but do both and keep the measurement the same on BOTH sides.

Spirits measurements may be different, but the procedure is the same. BOTH sides MUST be the same. Now this is assuming that the radius rod mounts are both welded in the correct positin on the frame and axle. I'm sure they are, but it wouldn't hurt to check.

I hope this helps.