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Re: sonny172cup "track racer project"
The spacers are made out of zinc plated steel mate. I'm not sure how a stainless steel spacer could flex though?! It's sandwiched between the column and column mount!
I've not had any experience of the Clio pushrod so I can't say 100% yes it can be adjusted, but I would imagine that yes it is adjustable. There's normally a lock nut to hold the rod secure that you loosen and screw out as necessary.
Re: sonny172cup "track racer project"
Mines lowered on some spacers we have on the stuff at work. Probably about 12mm thick I think. I've some spares lying around if your interested?
As for the lowering, it will be fine that amount mate.
What other French cars were you competing against this weekend then tony? And will they be at mallory and donington! Lol! They're nice and local for me to attend! Lol!
Anything that's made by skf or timken is your best bet mate. Try taking the measurements to a local bearing specialist and see what they've got on offer. Failing that, just order them from Renault.
Sorry mate, only just seen your reply! I didn't take it as you were slating the idea mate at all. My reply was possibly a bit strongly worded, but I don't want people thinking I'm saying the subframe mod idea is not as good as my idea, just because its my idea if that makes any sense? I'm not...
Your better off with warning lights as well pete. That way you'll have a visual indication as looking at gauges whilst giving it some yee ha in a race situation will never happen. Your focus is obviously elsewhere.
I'd imagine its like that to accommodate engine/gearbox movement really. The only problem I can foresee is if the internal diameter of the replacement pipe is bigger, it will reduce the pressure to the rack. The drop may only be small and not cause any issue though, but without putting a...
(1) adjusting the steering arms is the easiest bit to do tbf. I'll have rosejointed steering along with spherical bottom ball joint bearings and wishbone bearings
(2) you can't just machine a pin up at different lengths to suit either unfortunately. It's all about how it acts on the bottom of...
I struck lucky with mine and get the whole lot for £80!!! My corner weight scales were, erm, free! ;) It's always nice to be in the right place at the right time! Lol
Yes it would work but it also needs to be fully braced to compensate for the extra leverage it'll add to the subframe. I'm the guy doing the hub mods btw.