Ideal Lower Linkage Length

Speedwaypj · #1 (**permalink**) 12-22-2011, 01:50 PM

I'm trying to align my rear housing, 4-link 9". I've installed the (Adjustable) link arms - i'll need to adjust them to correct the angle, but what is the ideal length for the lower link arms. I've left them screwed in quite a bit but it looks like the housing would be too far forward. I'm thinking that the housing should be centered (front and back) to the frame that loops over the rear end housing.
Does anyone know the length of the lower and upper links that are Non-Ajdustable. Maybe I should start from there as a reference.
From talking to Joe the housing should be about 9" below the frame when loaded.
THanks,
PJ

gman · #2 (**permalink**) 12-22-2011, 02:29 PM

Just happen to have a pair of non adjustable lower links on the shelf. Center to center is 13" .
Mike

gman · #3 (**permalink**) 12-22-2011, 02:32 PM

Found the uppers. 9 1/4" center to center.
Mike

Speedwaypj · #4 (**permalink**) 12-22-2011, 03:09 PM

Thanks G-Man,
Its always good to have a starting point - I appreciate it !!
Man - I bet Al (Gore) didn't think this "internet" invention would go far... I can't live without the info!
Thanks again- I ck your site - is the "Burgendy Color Cobra " yours? I just finished a hign-end chopper a year agoe and shot it with House of Kolor "Brandywine" looks very similar to yours.
Thanks again,
PJ

gman · #5 (**permalink**) 12-22-2011, 03:18 PM

No problem. Yes, that my A&C. Ford color. Merlot
Mike

daverascal · #6 (**permalink**) 01-12-2012, 03:21 AM

Working on setting up 4 link. I have the adjustable arms, GOOD THING rearend is way off!!!!! Side to side and front to back. I have a friend who took a class on setting up 4 links. Wow a bunch to do. Got the side to to side last night, next going to set front to back. Using the front end to square off of.

muleman · #7 (**permalink**) 02-06-2012, 06:58 PM

I would be very intrested in the specs also as i have the same set up. muleman750@aol.com very intresting