Need Some Definitions On These Suspension Items Ta

[DaGr81]

Could someone help me out and explain the job of these parts to me:

Adjustable tie rod ends

adjustable rear traction rods

Rose jointed adjustable castor rods

Pillow Ball Adjustable Tension Rods

thanks all

[Sydneykid]

Could someone help me out and explain the job of these parts to me:

Adjustable tie rod ends

adjustable rear traction rods

Rose jointed adjustable castor rods

Pillow Ball Adjustable Tension Rods

thanks all

Tie rod ends are the joint where the steering arms meets the uprights (hub)

Rear traction rods are the upper arms that stop the rear wheels moveing backwards and forwards

Caster rods are the arms that stop the front wheels moving backwards and forwards

Tension rods are caster rods and/or traction rods

Rose joints = pillow balls = spherical bearings

This thread explains why spherical bearings are not a good idea on a road car

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...mp;hl=spherical

This thread details the maintenance regimen required for spherical bearings

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...howtopic=144892

cheers

[DaGr81]

thanks dude that was a good read too!!

Edited December 1, 2006 by DaGr81